PUBLISHER’S NOTE
ISSUE 30: SPRING 2018
WELCOME D
allas has blossomed into one of the nation’s premiere center for the arts. Our 60-plus acres of theaters, museums and performance halls in the Dallas Arts District alone rivals any such complex in the world. With that in mind, Dallas Symphony Orchestra music director Jaap van Zweden graces the cover this spring edition of Dallas Hotel Magazine. Over the last decade, the Maestro has left a memorable mark on our town.
Photo - Chip Richie
Now, as he winds up his career here for a new role as music director at the fabled New York Philharmonic, we look back at his unforgettable impact, and the remarkable legacy the rock star of classical music leaves behind on the arts in Dallas. I hope you will enjoy our very special cover story. Can you feel it? A change of season is in the North Texas air; writer Tyler Hicks has a few fresh ideas of spring things to do around Dallas over the next few months.
Then, he takes your taste buds on an upscale Gourmet Mexicano tour around town, and checks in with a few delicious suggestions. Plus, we’re exploring some eclectic, must-visit destinations within our region -- such as Bishop Arts, the Harwood District and more -- uncovering reasons to put these “cities within the city” on any authentic Dallas bucket list. Supper clubs are nothing new. But at Frank Underground the chefs are world-class and the location is top-secret. While the wait to get into the communal dinner party can take months (or longer), every meal has a theme and a character all its own -- and is never served twice. We’ve got all the ultra unique details. If pampering and relaxation is in your future, local culture expert Leah Frazier has details on some of Dallas best spas experiences. If you’re considering a move to our area, Texas’ top expert on luxury homes, Robbie Briggs of Briggs Freeman Sotheby’s International Realty knows the territory well.
In fact, he says the real essence of Big D is all about being “distinctive” -- take a look. Now, charge up your i-Pad, smart phone and memory banks – it’s time to fill your calendar with a variety of exciting activities. The Scene provides details on 80 great events each month, including a comprehensive rundown of theater, concerts, dance and performance, plus art shows and exhibitions, festivals, lectures and much more. Plus, check out our complete listing of the area’s sports schedules –Mavericks basketball, Stars hockey and the Texas Rangers are in full swing along with NASCAR, college sports and more. Our options are among the best in the U.S. Plus we provide details on a wide array of fashionable restaurants, sensational shopping, and more. Please enjoy this new edition of Dallas Hotel Magazine, with our compliments. It’s the “definitive guide for discerning visitors to Big D.”
Pete Northway Publisher, Dallas Hotel Magazine
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