Fort Worth Magazine - May 2014

Love at First sip

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Elna Vanderberg

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NewDay Services for Children & Families

After working 11 years in the domestic violence realm, Elna Vanderberg reckoned her career years were complete. “I thought I could stay at home with my teacup poodles and wait for grandkids,” Vanderberg recalled of her retirement.

Vanderberg’s downtime didn’t last long: “I felt myself longing for something more.”

As it turns out, that “something more” was NewDay, a faith-based nonprofit serving fragmented families affected by separation, divorce, family violence, crime, child abuse, neglect and lack of parental involvement.

“In January 2002, Randy Thomas, founder of NewDay, invited me to get involved. I started out as a volunteer in the family courts and as a board member,” Vanderberg said. “Later, Randy and the board asked me to serve as executive director. I thought I’d do it for about six months to help get things in order.”

Twelve years later, she’s still there. “The thing I love most about what I do is seeing lasting change in parents’ lives,” Vanderberg said. “There is nothing like seeing a parent smiling because life is getting better.”

Those smiles — as well as her honorary status as Fort Worth’s hero — would be impossible without her team, Vanderberg stresses. “Their desire to do what’s best for a client knows no bounds. Simply put, they are the ones who make me look good. There is no way I would have received this great compliment without them,” she said. “They are the true heroes, not me.”

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Love at First Sip

Local breweries, distilleries and wineries have found Fort Worth to be a spirited and thirsty crowd. Discerning drinkers have become fiercely loyal to the growing list of local favorites. by Courtney Dabney

66 Classic Living A prominent lot in the elegant Montserrat development is home to the Fort Worth, Texas magazine’s 2014 Dream Home. by Paul K. Harral may 2014

52 Early Raisers The children you’re going to meet in this story are your average kids in some ways, but they are exceptional insofar as they dedicate their free time to raise money and awareness for other children in need. by Jocelyn Tatum

59 Homebuilder Resource Guide This list of custom builders and vendors is by no means conclusive, but it does contain the names of companies with established reputations and known track records.

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Close Ralph and Chanel: Therapy Dogs at Cook Children’s by Gail Bennison

Snapshots Behind the ropes and on the red carpet, the photos of the personalities and parties that have everyone talking

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fwevents From the mustsee live concert to the highly esteemed art exhibit, a month of events worth checking out 109 fwdish Culinary ventures in and around town

Dish Listings The most sought-after restaurant guide to navigate the area’s diverse dining options

128 Where is This? How well do you know Fort Worth? Can you guess where this photo was taken based on the clues?

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bye bye byrdie

This monTh marks The las T issue ThaT longTime member of our magazine family, Judie byrd, will conTribuTe her cooking column. I have never met anyone who loves to teach people to cook as much as Judie. As the co-founder of The Culinary School of Fort Worth, author of several cookbooks and host of Judie Byrd’s Kitchen found on Family Net Cable TV, Judie has made a life and career out of sharing her love through food.

With so many irons in the fire, Judie made a difficult decision to retire after more than a decade with us. What I appreciated most about her dishes was that they were classic, elegant and not overly complicated. We wish her the best of luck. To see Judie’s final column containing her favorite picnic recipes for the perfect al fresco feast with friends, turn to page 40.

If you want to pair what’s in Judie’s basket with a nice local craft beer or maybe something a little stronger, read Love at First Sip (page 44) about local breweries, distilleries and wineries.

Spirited and thirsty locals have become fiercely loyal to a growing list of favorites, including the new-on-the-scene vodka distillery, TreyMark Vodka, that is making artisan vodka from something unusual. A few years ago, a disheartened farmer from Muleshoe surveyed his drought-stricken crop and found a way to turn lemons (black-eyed peas) into lemonade (vodka).

There are several youngsters in our community who also have glass-halffull attitudes. In Early Raisers (page 52), writer Jocelyn Tatum spent time with remarkable children who in many ways are just average kids. They play in the school band, ride their bikes or create colorful stories, but they are exceptional in the fact that they have experienced unfathomable hardships leading them to create sophisticated fundraisers and awareness campaigns to help other children in need. Their stories are enough to motivate even the most altruistic adult.

Jennifer Casseday-Blair Executive Editor

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Art on Main

This article (see April, On the Street, page 90) is above and beyond! The quotes, the beautiful photography, insight into the artists’ thoughts on MAIN ST. and its ROI, and MAIN ST.’s history, original vision and significance today is perfectly encapsulated and really explains what the festival is about. You did an excellent job with this article! Thank you! —Claire Bloxom

I picked up a copy of the Fort Worth magazine today, and the articles and pictures are even better than I imagined! And your article on MAIN ST. with all the beautiful pictures is wonderful! I know that people who read it will want to come to MAIN ST.! Even though I had seen both articles online, seeing them in print is just the best feeling!! Thank you again!!

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Homeless for a Day

It is absurd to think that spending one night “under the stars,” within the security of the schoolyard, and going without eating for one day is any kind of a real life lesson for 7th or 8th graders. This may be some sort of a feel good activity for the school, but the students look at it as a “lark.” If you want to give them a real lesson, send them to a homeless shelter for a week. But I’m sure the school and parents wouldn’t want to go that far. That may be too real. —Bob Cosby

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Gail Bennison met two special pups this month. She writes about the therapy dogs at Cook Children’s that are helping ease the hearts of children with illness. Ralph and Chanel are adorable, and you will want to read more on how they are making a difference in our community on page 76. Gail also fills us in on some exciting news about Fort Worth-raised Bill Paxton (page 19). Paxton will star as Sam Houston in the eighthour History Channel miniseries Texas Rising It is due out sometime in 2015.

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In one of our main features this month (Early Raisers, page 52), Jocelyn Tatum writes about children who have experienced hardship and turned their experiences into chances to help other children through sophisticated fundraisers and awareness campaigns. These young hearts in Fort Worth inspire even the most philanthropic grownup. Jocelyn also reports on some of the best frozen treats in town (page 116).

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In her feature this month about the Fort Worth Music Festival (page 30), Jessica Llanes shares all the details about this twoday, two-stage event on May 16 and 17. This year’s lineup showcases 18 bands covering several genres, and families are encouraged to bring blankets and enjoy the great music, local art and food truck treats.

4 Kyle Whitecotton takes readers on an off-the-beaten-path adventure this month. He encourages courageous travelers to do a portage trip. Portaging grants access to the remote, untouched wilderness, but it’s not for the faint of heart. Kyle offers up five of the best paddling adventures in the country, complete with a sample trip itinerary and other important facts. To read more, turn to page 26.

We are always looking for fresh talent. If you are a writer, illustrator or photographer, please send your work samples and resume to Jennifer Casseday-Blair, executive editor, at jcasseday@fwtexas.com. If you want to get a comment or suggestion to one of our current contributors, please send to that same email address. We want to hear from you. 1 2 3 4 5 6

5 Sean Chaffin reviewed a fascinating book for the magazine this month (page 34).

His Ownself by sports writing legend Dan Jenkins reflects back on a unique life in sports and journalism in his new book. Interspersed are stories of golfing legends like Ben Hogan as well as a treasure trove of tales involving some of sports’ biggest events. In addition to reviewing books, Sean also has a new book out himself. Check out Sean’s new book, Raising the Stakes: True Tales of Gambling, Wagering & Poker Faces, at amazon.com.

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Our restaurant reviews in this issue come courtesy of regular contributor Courtney Dabney. She wined and dined at two local eateries, Del Frisco’s Grille and Taverna, this month. Courtney’s opinions can be found starting on page 110. In addition to being a food expert, Courtney also keeps her finger on the pulse of the city. She writes about the latest things going on in town in our Scoop section found on page 19. Let your voice be heard

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Fort Worth Food + Wine Festival Commemorative Cookbook

To celebrate the Fort Worth Food + Wine Festival’s inaugural event, Fort Worth magazine published a commemorative cookbook highlighting favorite recipes submitted by the chefs as well as chef profiles and other foodie features. So if you missed the festival, you can still get a taste of the event with your copy of the cookbook. To order, call 817.560.6111 or go to fwtx.com/cookbookFW.

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Make the most of your summer with an exciting internship at Fort Worth, Texas magazine. We are currently filling spots for editorial and advertising internships. Please send resume and cover letter to jcasseday@fwtexas.com.

Hot Tickets

Don’t miss out on some of the magazine’s hottest upcoming events. Our annual Best Of party will be held on May 20 at Colonial Country Club. The attire is Caddyshack chic. Our Top Chef preliminaries will be held on May 14 at Texas Appliance. To purchase your tickets, visit fwtx.com/topchef.

There’s always more to the story in our video exclusives found at fwtx.com/videos.

This month, you can see a series dedicated to local breweries and distilleries, as well as an adorable up-close look at the therapy dogs changing lives at Cook Children’s. See behind the scenes of the Puttin’ on the Pink Fashion Show, and don’t miss our monthly “Feeding the Office” segment.

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corrections: In our April issue ( Robotic Revolution, pages 74 & 77), we made two errors. We incorrectly listed one of the doctor’s surgical specialties. Dr. Russell Dickey, USMD surgeon, specializes in single-site robotic hysterectomy surgery. Also, Dr. Bill Nesbitt is associated with Texas Health Arlington Memorial Hospital. Please find the corrected story online at fwtx.com.

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Texas rising

| by gail Bennison |

Coming off the highly acclaimed hatfields & mccoys, portraying the character of r andall m cc oy, Fort Worth native Bill Paxton will star as General Sam Houston in a new eight-hour miniseries about the Texas Revolution, the rise of the ragtag Texas Rangers and the legendary Yellow Rose of Texas. Tentatively titled Texas Rising, the production is slated to premiere on History in 2015.

The miniseries is co-produced by A+E Studios and ITV Studios America and produced by Thinkfactory Media for History. Leslie Greif, who produced Hatfields & McCoys, serves as executive producer for Thinkfactory.

Greif said he’s excited to be back working with History and Paxton. “We have Academy Award and Emmy-nominated talent; a stellar ensemble cast is being set,” he said.

Dirk Hoogstra, Elaine Frontain Bryant and Julian P. Hobbs are executives in charge of production.

Hoogstra said that doing the story justice will be a massive undertaking. “The Texas Revolution is one of the most gutwrenching and inspirational events in our history,” he said.

Paxton was nicknamed “Wild Bill” among friends and co-stars for his charming, but sometimes demented sense of humor and his elaborately planned pranks. He is frequently compared to actor Jack Nicholson.

“Bill has that Nicholson twinkle in his eye,” said close friend and Fort Worth filmmaker Tom Huckabee. “He has incredible charisma like a lot of movie stars do

The man Bill Paxton most admired was his father. John Paxton, actor, businessman,and art collector, died in 2011 at 91. As an actor, John Paxton was best known for his role as the Butler in the three Spider-Man movies. Photo credit: Tom Huckabee

that cause people to be attracted to him and want to be his friend.” Paxton and Huckabee, who is the former artistic director of the Lone Star Film Festival, studied in London at the same time and later ended up making movies together. Huckabee said that Paxton “climbed the ladder one rung at a time.”

Paxton is best known for his movie roles in Weird Science, True Lies, Apollo 13, Twister, Tombstone and Titanic He was inducted into the Texas Film Hall of Fame in 2007.

Paxton was born and raised in Fort Worth to parents Mary Lou and John Paxton. The man he most admired was his father, who died in 2011. John Paxton was an actor, best known as the Butler in the three Spider-Man movies. He was a successful businessman and an art patron. Bill is also an avid art collector.

He and his wife, Louise Newbury (they met on the No. 13 bus in London), are parents to two children, James and Lydia. They live in California.

We caught up with Paxton in his makeup trailer on a Hollywood film set on April 11.

Q: I think our readers would like to know why you accepted the role of Sam Houston. A: Well, I was approached by the producer, Leslie Greif. I had a great experience on Hatfields & McCoys He told me two years ago that he was putting together a story that would include the birth of the Republic of Texas as well as the inception of the Texas Rangers. We talked about Sam Houston. Of course, being from Fort Worth, I was steeped in Texas history growing up. I remember being a boy and my dad taking me and my brother to the Alamo when I was about 8. My dad told me that I was in Sam Houston’s bloodline. Houston’s mother’s name was Elizabeth Paxton. They were all from Rockbridge County, Va., where Sam Houston was born. It’s been kind of a dream of mine to play Sam Houston because I’m actually related to him. A few years ago when they made The Alamo, I didn’t get the opportunity to play him, but I sent a copy of The Raven, a biography of Sam Houston, to Dennis Quaid, never thinking that a few years later

I would get offered a role to be in a miniseries that has a lot more to do with Sam Houston than was depicted in The Alamo. I think I was born to play this guy.

Q: How closely does the screenplay relate to the actual history? A: Well, I can’t really tell you too much about that. I think it follows the historical chronology of events. Of course there was nobody there with a tape recorder. The story picks up where the Alamo falls, between 1836 and 1838, and takes you to the birth of Texas. It’s not a biographical film about Sam Houston. He’s just a major character because he was the commander of the army. There are some dramatic flourishes, in that they’ve created the character of The Yellow Rose. She becomes kind of a love interest of Sam Houston and Santa Anna, which is probably not historically accurate but will add to the drama of it. Houston was just remarkable, one of the most remarkable Americans who ever lived, certainly somebody who had a wisdom of human nature with a unique perspective from being brought up in two civilizations. It’s said that artists and women adored Sam Houston. I think it’s because he had a bohemian spirit about him, and I’m hoping all of that comes through in my portrayal of him. There are limitations by time and budget, but I’ve heard from a lot of the actors. There’s a great enthusiasm. We’re all going to be in Durango all summer, so I believe there will be some great camaraderie. It should be an exciting and colorful miniseries. Now that I’ve cleared the decks on other projects, I will be going to Huntsville next week to spend some time in the Sam Houston Museum, and then I’ll start to prepare for the role. We start shooting at the end of May, so I have about six weeks to prepare. I’d like to say that I don’t normally talk about things I haven’t done yet. I’m a little superstitious and have trepidation about bragging. I don’t want to make expectations too high for me or the show. We’ll talk more after it’s finished. This is a big undertaking and a big role, big boots to fill. This guy was bigger than life. I’ve got to find a voice for him. There’s a lot of challenges. I haven’t played a lot of true historic characters in my career, but I feel like I’m up for it. The only thing I’m a little worried about is there’s a lot of horsemanship in it. I hope they don’t have any stallions. I’m like Humpty Dumpty on a horse. I’m at an age now that if a stunt man can do the shot, I don’t want to deprive him of his moment.

Q: What else do you have in the works? A: Sure! I’ve done six episodes of a TV show Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D., which will run between now and June. Next month, I’ve got a supporting role in a sports baseball movie Million Dollar Arm coming out. Later in June, I have a big movie coming out where I’m opposite Tom Cruise. That’s called Edge of Tomorrow. In the fall, I have a supporting role in Night Crawlers Oh, and I just finished Term Life with Vince Vaughn that will be out next year.

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Spice and Invitation

Chef Molly McCook is sharing two of her signature seasonings with online shoppers. Fort Worth-based Chef Shelf was founded in 2013. The online retailer brings restaurant-quality items like sauces, spices and cookbooks directly to home cooks. That is why they will be introducing two of McCook’s favorite spice mixtures straight from her kitchen onto the website (thechefshelf.com).

Hawaiian Red Sea Salt ($13) is provided to diners at Ellerbe as a flavorful finishing salt. The lovely red crystals are unique to the Hawaiian Islands and are derived from volcanic baked clay called “Alae,” which adds slightly toasted notes to the specialty salt. The other is her signature Za’atar spice blend ($11). Za’atar, the centuries-old seasoning mixture that finds many uses in Middle Eastern cuisine, has become very popular on menus nationwide.

Ellerbe made a big splash when it debuted its farm-to-fork menu on June 9, 2009. Chef McCook will celebrate the restaurant's fifth anniversary cooking for guests of the James Beard Foundation in New York. “An invitation to prepare a five-course meal at the James Beard House is such an honor,” said Chef McCook. “I couldn’t be happier to share this news with our friends, family and farmers who make my job possible.” — Courtney Dabney

Fort Worth welcomes its first minor league soccer team, May 9. We caught up with Michael Hitchcock, owner of the Fort Worth Vaqueros. So, you are the proud owner of the newly minted Vaqueros soccer team. Why are you planting a minor league soccer team in Cowtown?

The city of Fort Worth deserves a soccer team. It’s a major international city who should have the world’s most popular sport. It’s overdue in my opinion! Local

New Team in Town

supporters should have a team in their backyard that they can passionately support, and youth should have a team in their local community that they can aspire to playing for one day.

Can you explain what NPSL means in layman’s terms?

U.S. Soccer has four divisions in their professional soccer pyramid. NPSL is the foundation of the pro-soccer pyramid, and it is the largest national soccer league with over 80 teams all over the country. Fort Worth will play teams from Tulsa, Oklahoma City, Dallas, North Dallas team, San Antonio, College Station, and Joplin, Mo.

Opening Day is May 9. Tickets start at only $5, and kids 5 and under get in FREE.

Season tickets start at only $50 for youth and $80 for adults, including a FREE Vaqueros PUMA jersey, plus other great benefits.

How did our newest hometown team get its name —Vaqueros Football Club?

We made the strategic decision, as a community-based club,

to allow the fans to build the brand for their team. Thousands of fans participated through social media, with online ballots and voting in the community. Fans named the team, selected the logo, chose the club’s scarf designs and are currently voting on what Vaqueros promotions they would like to see during the 2014 inaugural season.

How will having a Fort Worthbased team inspire local soccer fans and youth soccer leagues in the area? There is nothing more important to a fan or a young player than being able to go to a game in a stadium to passionately cheer on their local team. We plan to use our players as positive role models to help Fort Worth youth through hundreds of player appearances and use our events to help area businesses and bring pride to the city.

—Courtney Dabney

With an anticipated grand opening planned for Sept. 26, the husband-and-wife team of David and Sandra Avila are hard at work transforming the space at 3324 West 7th St. into their concept featuring contemporary French cuisine. David will serve as general manager, and Sandra, who trained at Ducasse Institute, as well as spending six months in Paris working at the famous 58 Tour Eiffel, located on the first level of the Parisian landmark, will serve as chef de cuisine.

The location of Le Cep will add to the area’s already well-established restaurants. David Avila says, “I think this is becoming the fine dining strip in Fort Worth, and we are excited to be a part of it.” The intimate, white-tablecloth environment will be elegant, modern and minimal.

“Fort Worth’s demand for fine dining is increasing, and we want to introduce the European style of fine dining, allowing the chef to decide what is on the set menu, which will change every month,” says David Avila. “That leaves it up to the chef to be selective and discriminating, so we can present the best the kitchen can deliver on any given night.”

Le Cep actually refers to the vine stock in a French vineyard, and you can expect that the restaurant will be wineoriented.

—Courtney Dabney

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career by the numbers

Having graduated from n orth Side h igh School, Bo B Schieffer got hi S degree from tcu (where the c ollege of c ommunication S now B ear S hi S name). Before Schieffer became the longest running moderator of any Sunday public affairs program, on CBS’s Face the Nation, he got his start right here as a humble Star-Telegram reporter.

“I always wanted to be a reporter,” Schieffer said. “When I went to cover Vietnam, I realized that the reporters there were really no better than I was — that is when I set my sights on a national post.” The first broadcast job he landed was working for Channel 5 alongside Bobbie Wygant. “Compared to

the Star-Telegram, it promised a whopping $20 more per week, and I needed the money,” he recalled.

Then an upstart company named Metro Media hired Schieffer and relocated him to Washington, D.C. “That is how I wound up in Washington,” he said. “And when Metro Media folded in the spring of 1969, I walked into CBS News without even having an appointment, got the job a few days later, and I have been there ever since.”

Face the Nation turns 60 this coming November, and Schieffer has manned that desk for the past 20 years. While Schieffer celebrates 50 years in the profession (45 of those at CBS), his namesake at TCU, The Schieffer College of Communications, is nearing its 10th anniversary.

This year’s Schieffer Symposium was held on April 9 in Ed Landreth Auditorium. He brought a few friends and colleagues to town with him. Among them were Bob Woodward, Peggy Noonan, Jane Pauley and Scott Pelley, host of the CBS Evening News, who actually hosted his Wednesday night broadcast live from the TCU campus.

The sold-out audience was entertained by a lively forum where it was announced

meacham’s major facelift

meacham field has been a crucial part of our growth. When Mayor Meacham planted the municipal airport here back in 1925, at the dawn of the aviation age, he set the city up for success.

Nearing its 90th birthday, Meacham is now undergoing a major facelift to bring its dated structures up to date and reorganize the space to make it more effective for the future.

Airport Manager Jeff Kloska says, “We want Meacham to be and to look like a world-class facility. Over the next two to three years, you will see an amazing transformation from the nearly $70 million worth of in-

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that after 40 years with NBC, Jane Pauley will be joining CBS News Sunday Morning as a contributor.

While cable news outlets and social media have turned up the dial on sensationalism in recent years, Schieffer’s demeanor, both on and off camera, is confident without being abrasive. “Heck, some reporters have made a career out of being antagonistic. Take Howard Cosell for example. But that has never been my style. I am an old beat reporter,” he said. “So I learned early on that if you don’t treat someone right when you interview them, you will have to go back and face them again the next day.”

Storytelling may be a dying art, but Schieffer feels that it is still paramount to good journalism. “Telling the story is even more important in broadcast journalism than it is in print media, because our viewers have to catch it the first time. They don’t have the luxury of going back and re-reading it,” he said. “Our philosophy at CBS is always to move the story forward. We are like a public utility. When you turn on the faucet, you expect water to come out,” Schieffer said. “We try to deliver accurate information that viewers can compare to the government’s version of events, and then make up their own minds. People don’t care about our personal ideology they just want to know the facts about what happened.”

vestments being made.”

The majority of the estimated cost will come from city gas well tax revenues, with additional funding for the upgrades coming from a TxDOT aviation grant. Private funding is making a major investment in Meacham too. Tenants like American Aero have completely renovated all of the old American Airlines hanger.

Kloska says, “When all the work is completed, Meacham will be a whole new airport. We will be removing the former industrial look altogether and making the airport more welcoming and inviting.”—Courtney Dabney

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dare to portage

Simply put, portaging turns a typical paddle trip into an adventure—a longdistance, backcountry, sometimes multi-day adventure.

| by Kyle

Portaging is the extra effort that grants access to a world of remote, untouched wilderness experience. And reaching that place on foot, without the aid of machines, is an accomplishment seldom experienced in the 21st century.

Trekking into the wilderness is trekking away from civilization, people, noise and the busyness of the daily grind to discover that the world is still wild in certain places and that we are still very much connected to that wildness deep inside, beneath the overly urbanized version of ourselves.

So pack light and stretch your shoulders for five of the best paddling adventures our country’s wilderness has to offer. But when the shoreline approaches, don’t bother turning back; we’re portaging onward.

Boundary

waters canoe area, Minnesota With more than 1 million acres of woods and water to explore within Superior National Forest, Boundary Waters Canoe Area along the Minnesota/ Canada border ranks as the most popular wilderness canoeing destination in the country and offers more than 1,000 lakes and a wealth of portaging opportunities.

For the duration of your venture here, you’ll trade the sights and sounds of roadways, buildings and towns for the slow

A portage trip is a way to explore the part of our country

pace of moose, the majesty of bald eagles and the sleepy lullaby of loons at sunset.

From Ely, Minn., 20 entry points offer access to more than 1,500 miles of canoe trails, 2,000 secluded campsites and some of North America’s best fishing. Take the three-day, 22-mile Pine Creek Loop for four portages and a taste of Boundary Water backcountry—remote lakes, big and small; lake trout, walleye and pike; and loads of wildlife and scenery far from the commotion of the city.

the Kenai peninsula, Alaska

The Swan Lake and Swanson River Canoe Trail Systems in Kenai National Wildlife Refuge join to form a federally designated wilderness canoe area that is widely known as “the other boundary waters.” Containing 70 lakes, more than 100 miles of trails and Alaska’s rich salmon runs, these two systems are a prerequisite for those looking to master the art of portaging.

The trails offer access to 200 species of wildlife including several fish-eating birds, playful mink and otter, and, if you’re lucky, moose, bears and wolves to spice up the

already impressive landscape. For short portages, all under one mile, the Swan Lake system is perfect for all canoeing skill levels and offers great fishing and quiet relaxation in abundant supply. For more of a challenge, try the Swanson River Route where rougher portages of varying distance and terrain give the weeklong trip a full dose of Alaskan flavor.

allagash wilderness waterway,

Maine Tucked away in Maine’s mountainous north woods is the Allagash Wilderness Waterway, offering canoers a seven-day trip from Chamberlain Lake to the town of Allagash across 92 peaceful miles of lakes, ponds, rivers and streams. Along with picturesque, remote landscapes that teem with 19th century history and an encyclopedia of Northeast wildlife, the Allagash trail offers some fast-water paddling over Class I and II rapids, stretches of calm, scenic river like the Musqucook Deadwater, challenging portages to lakes and campsites, and loads of day hikes to mountaintop views and towering waterfalls. Canoeing is prime from May to Sep-

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Sample Itinerary

DAY 1: You meet your group, settle into your campsite and go on an introductory paddle. After dinner, enjoy stories by the campfire.

DAY 2: Get up early, eat breakfast and get ready for the adventure of the day. Head to the nearby Boundary Waters Canoe Area for a full-day canoe trip in Minnesota’s famous lake country wilderness. The group will split into two groups for the paddle to better appreciate the solitude and stillness. Compare your day’s experiences over dinner.

DAY 3: During the third day, you may opt to hike to the top of Eagle Mountain. If you are looking for a more relaxing day, enjoy Crescent Lake by swimming, fishing or exploring the streams and lakes nearby. Meet back at camp as a whole group for dinner.

DAY 4: After a hearty breakfast, head into the Boundary Waters once again to explore a different lake. Keep your eyes peeled for wildlife and try your luck at fishing on your lunch break. Get back to the campsite in time to enjoy a dip in the lake.

DAY 5: After breakfast, break camp and go on one last paddle on Crescent Lake as a whole group. The trip officially ends in the early afternoon.

Who, What, Where

WHAT YOU EAT: The food is plentiful, nutritious and primarily vegetarian (because this keeps better than meat) and kid friendly! Meals include items like burritos, pasta and vegetable stir-fry for dinner; bagels and sandwiches for lunch; pancakes, french toast, oatmeal and granola for breakfast.

WHO WILL PARTICIPATE:

The group size ranges from 10 to 12 participants, plus two or more staff members. Each group consists of people of various ages, backgrounds and abilities, including people with disabilities.

Short and long portages are available. A long list of possible trip itineraries make many of the included routes the perfect paddler’s paradise.

WHERE YOU SLEEP: At night you will sleep in a comfortable tent. Bathroom facilities consist of an outhouse or a foldable commode chair set up in a privacy tent.

WHAT TO WEAR: Guided tour organizations will provide all necessary canoeing and camping equipment. All you need to provide is your personal gear, such as clothing and a sleeping bag. A detailed equipment list will be sent to you upon confirmation of your participation.

tember, but your best chances for catching brook trout are in the cooler months that bookend the summer.

St. Regis Canoe Area, New York

The fact that it is closed to all forms of motorized boats and vehicles means that the St. Regis Canoe Area in New York is quiet—that is, except for the soothing splash of your paddle through crystal clear waters and maybe the knocking of a woodpecker. But while it’s limited in sounds, St. Regis is full of adventure with 58 bodies of water over 18,000 acres within view of the Adirondacks.

Short and long portages and a long list of possible trip itineraries make St. Regis a paddler’s paradise. Make a day of it with the well-known Seven Carries Route, covering three lakes and a series of ponds, or spend the day on the Rollins Loop where sightseeing, swimming and short portages make for a peaceful outing.

For a longer trip, try the Saranac Lake Base to Franklin Falls trip where you’ll encounter mountains, swamplands, and Class II+ rapids. Or challenge your portage and fishing skills with the Nine Carries route in the heart of the area’s wilderness. And for the crème de la crème of St. Regis, set out on the Blue Mountain Lake to St. Regis extend-

ed trip covering almost 80 miles in a week and requiring at least 9 portages.

Everglades National Park, Flori-

da While there are technically no portages required here, the Everglades National Park canoe trails deserve a wildcard in this discussion of long, scenic paddling trips into the wilderness. Make no mistake; an Everglades canoe trip is still a backcountry venture, but a tangled web of mangrovelined creeks, wind-blown prairies of sawgrass, alligators and manatees, and floating campsites called chickees provide a unique spin on the typical paddling trip.

For day trips, take the West Lake Trail, a series of lakes connected by mangroves, or float the shallow waters of the 11.5-mile historic Bear Lake Trail bordered by loads of tropical flora. For longer adventures, explore the Ten Thousand Islands region for private beach camping or the vast 99-mile Everglades Wilderness Waterway.

No matter where you travel or in what direction you point your boat’s bow, be willing to push on beyond the boundary of the pond you’re in and portage deeper into the outstretched wilderness. Because it’s there that adventure awaits, and it’s there that you will find the reason for pushing on.

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face the music

The Fort Worth Music Festival returns to the Panther Island Pavilion this month for its fourth year under its new moniker.

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Underscoring the depth and variety of fort Worth’s musical traditions, the two-day, two-stage event (formerly Jazz by the Boulevard) showcases 18 bands across several genres, including Texas country, R&B, jazz, pop and indie rock.

“Fort Worth historically has a rich musical heritage and vibrant music scene,” explains event organizer Marsha Milam, who also produces 95.9 FM The Ranch’s Free Texas Music Series at Capital Bar and the Rockin’ the River Summer Tubing & Music Series. “One thing that we have always done is book local bands. You’ve got to support your local talent, and for these guys to be able to play on a stage with national and regional acts is really cool.”

This year’s lineup includes Lucinda Williams, Jimmy Eat World, Ray Wylie Hubbard, Uncle Lucius, Quaker City Night Hawks, The Airborne Toxic Event and Justin Townes Earle. As in years past, afterparties are also scheduled at local venues. (A full lineup can be found on its website at fwfest.com.)

Bruce Lowrie Chevrolet takes over as the new presenting sponsor this year, along with Robust Energy Drink and Rahr & Sons Brewing

Co. Families are encouraged to bring blankets and chairs and spend the weekend by the Trinity enjoying the best music, local art and food truck treats Fort Worth has to offer.

“Fort Worth reminds me musically of the way Austin was 20 years ago. It’s got a lot of young bands. It’s exciting,” says Milam. “The thing that Fort Worth has that Austin doesn’t is this pride in their community…. Fort Worth citizens love Fort Worth. Our hope is that the citizens of Fort Worth will start to embrace the festival and be proud.”

dates: Friday, May 16, and Saturday, May 17

address: Panther Island Pavilion, 395 Purcey St., Fort Worth, Texas 76102 advance ticket pricing: Two-day general admission, $35; single-day general admission, $20; two-day VIP, $95; single-day VIP, $60

Lucinda Williams is part of this year's lineup at the Fort Worth Music Festival.

Ray Wylie Hubbard will take the stage at this year's festival.

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Party in the Park

Rooted in a tradition that spans decades, the ever-adored Mayfest has more than a few surprises up its sleeve for its 42nd installment, set for May 1 – 4.

| by alison rich |

Iremember my first mayfest visit as if it were yesterday.

A pigtailed 10-year-old with a double-decker penchant for powdered sugar and goodnatured pranks, it was funnel cakes that slaked my sweet tooth. But it was the confetti eggs that appeased my inner rapscallion. I’m not sure which was more amusing: squashing them on an unwitting victim or watching the obliterated orb release its colorful contents.

Flash forward to now, and kiddos of all ages are still enjoying the same family-friendly fun for which the annual Trinity Park fete is famous.

“Mayfest truly has something for everyone, at every age,” said marketing manager Shannon Baumgardner. “We’ve got six giant areas of activities and events great food, three dedicated live music stages, four performing arts stages, a full-blown carnival, and an art and gift market with over 50 booths. We also host the Mayfest Run on Saturday morning which is a USATF-certified 5K and 10K — as well as a fun run.”

Besides everything tried-and-true, there’s also plenty of new, including the first-ever Best of the Fest, a judged food contest featuring Mayfest’s very own food vendors; trained retriever dogs strutting their canine skills along the riverbank and in the water; and “Muttalica,” a literal dog-and-pony show starring rescued and adopted pooches that do athletic stunts and a miniature horse that plays basketball and paints pictures. And that’s just scratching the surface.

“We work really hard to make sure Mayfest is the place you come home to, that’s familiar,” said Executive Director Elizabeth Basham. “But we also want to surprise and entertain you, so we’re always looking for the next big thing that will get you here while keeping in mind the tradition and giving you the things you’ve come to expect.”

Including, of course, those fabulously feisty confetti eggs.

Worth a Mention

Stage West has been praised for its excellence over the past three decades. The local theater has produced 238 shows comprised of 220 plays and 18 musicals. As the fourth performance in Stage West’s 2013/2014 season, The Unmentionables by Bruce Norris offers local theatergoers the gift of laughter. In this fierce comedy set in an unidentified West African country, an American businessman, a flamboyant government representative, a young Christian missionary and his girlfriend come together to celebrate a birthday. When one of them goes missing, they are forced to confront their benevolent notions of themselves and the realities of a dangerous world. The final two shows of the year include Heroes, which runs from July 10 – Aug. 10, and Beyond Therapy, running from Aug. 21 – Sept. 28. —FWTX Staff

The Unmentionables May 15 through June 15 Thursdays 7:30, Fridays & Saturdays 8:00, Sundays 3:00

Ticket Prices: Thur./Sun. - $28; Fri./Sat. - $32

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821/823 W. Vickery Blvd. Fort Worth, 76104 817.784.9378 (STG-WEST) stagewest.org

“I read Fort Worth, Texas magazine because it keeps Amy and me up to date on current events going on in the local community. With a rustic and authentic Western theme, Fort Worth, Texas magazine intertwines culture and couture — a spot-on image of what our city truly represents. Beyond that, no matter where we are in our travels, we can always keep abreast of what our Fort Worth friends are doing. The great photos and the fun stories make us feel like we’re right there with them, taking part in all their latest adventures.” Why do you read it? 800.856.2032 www.fwtx.com

his ownself: a semi-memoir

by Dan Jenkins

$13.99 (eBook), $26.95 (hardcover)

DanJenkins is a sports-writing institution anD reflects back on a unique life in sports anD Journalism in his new book. In his many decades in the business, he has covered almost every major sporting event imaginable. His sports writing career began at the newspapers Fort Worth Press and Dallas Times Herald and continued at magazines like Playboy, Sports Illustrated and Golf Digest (in which he still writes a monthly column). Jenkins grew up in Fort Worth, graduating from TCU before beginning a legendary career in sports writing.

“The fact is, I’ve been the luckiest sumbitch ever to make a living as a writer,” he writes in the first chapter.

The insight into the world of the Fort Worth newspaper wars between the Press and Amon Carter’s Star-Telegram is particularly fascinating. He describes in detail how the Press fought the good fight against a paper with deeper pockets and better circulation in the 1940s and ’50s as well as learning the ropes from sports writing legends like Blackie Sherrod.

Of the Press staff in the late-’40s and its continued improvement, he writes: “Blackie officially took over as boss, and we all received raises. I leaped up to $34.50 a week. Blackie devoted the next three years to hiring original talents like Bud Shrake, Jerre Todd and Gary Cartwright to join up with himself and myself to form the best sports staff in America – in our own minds.”

His Ownself tackles events from marriages and

family life to the Ryder Cup to college football. The book is not necessarily a traditional autobiography, more of a rambling mélange of vignettes of the author’s life, and Jenkins comes across as a great storyteller. Interspersed are stories of golfing legends like Ben Hogan as well as a treasure trove of tales involving some of sports’ biggest events.

Before joining up with Sports Illustrated as an official staffer, the magazine assigned occasional articles to Jenkins – many a bit out of the ordinary. Some of Jenkins’ trademark humor comes through in his reminiscence on covering a rodeo: “Then they assigned me to cover the world championship rodeo finals in Los Angeles. I was a Texan, right? All Texans know about rodeo, right? I’d been going to Fort Worth’s annual indoor rodeo since I was a kid, but what I knew about rodeo equaled what I knew about drag racing. I’d been on one horse in my life. That was in junior high, and I quickly discovered that I didn’t like sitting up there so high.”

The sports world, and certainly the business of newspapers, has undergone major changes since the high times for writers like Jenkins and Sherrod, but His Ownself features some wonderful anecdotes of the heyday of the industry and men who mixed it up with athletes as much as they wrote about them. – Sean Chaffin

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opening Up about infertility

Treatments have advanced tremendously over the years, but the roller coaster of emotions remains the same.

| by alison rich |

It’s ironic how something that affects so many can make a person feel so alone. When you see the stats — 6.7 million U.S. women ages 15–44 deal with it— infertility seems nearly as universal as the garden-variety cold.

Courtney and Chad Wemyss underwent countless infertility treatments before the birth of their daughter, Fiona.

“It’s very common,” said Kevin Doody, M.D., of the Center for Assisted Reproduction. “It affects one out of 10 couples.” And the odds increase with age, he notes.

Yet despite its pervasiveness, infertility (defined as the inability to conceive after one year of unprotected intercourse or the inability to carry a pregnancy to live birth) is one of those prickly topics folks tend to discuss in whispers.

“It’s emotional, exhausting and kind of embarrassing. This [getting pregnant] is supposed to be innate what we as women were put on earth to do,” said

Meeghan Hubka, who, along with husband Tim, underwent fertility treatments to conceive son Gage, now 4. “And when you can’t do that, you feel like a failure.”

Tim, a cancer survivor, banked his sperm before undergoing chemotherapy and associated treatments. When he was officially in remission, the couple commenced the assisted-reproduction process, which in their case involved IUI (intrauterine insemination). “They said it would probably take several attempts,” Meeghan recalled, “so we were completely shocked when it worked the first time.”

Meeghan is now pregnant with their second child, due Oct. 30. After three unsuccessful IUIs, the Hubkas opted for IVF (in vitro fertilization), which involved freezing Meeghan’s embryos and then transferring them to her body. “In January, we started the frozen embryo transfer process, which involved hormone shots and oral hormones as well,” Meeghan said. “And then on Feb. 11,

we did the transfer and were successful.”

The freezing of eggs and sperm is a “huge area” in the infertility realm, said Robert Kaufmann, M.D., of Fort Worth Fertility, as is pre-implantation genetic diagnosis, which involves analyzing the DNA of embryos to weed out any genetically abnormal ones before implanting them. Egg donation is also trending up.

“I am thrilled beyond words to have this beautiful miracle,” said Courtney Wemyss, who gave birth to daughter Fiona in January. She and husband Chad underwent countless infertility treatments for five-plus years before finally electing to use a donor egg. “It worked the first time,” she said.

The years-long experience put the Grapevine couple through the emotional wringer, Courtney says. “Each time you go through a treatment and it’s unsuccessful, you have that heartbreak all over again. You can’t really understand the depth of the emotion that goes with infertility until you’ve experienced it yourself. Not being able to do the one thing you’re supposed to do — to bear children — is a hard thing to accept and a hard thing to ask your spouse to accept,” she said. “It’s one of those things you don’t really want to talk about but that you also realize how important it is to talk about.”

Dr. Robert Kaufmann of Fort Worth Fertility helps couples work through infertility issues.

Flower Power

A handful of the latest trends in choosing and presenting the season’s blooms

| by Jennifer Casseday-Blair |

Tips of the Trade Fine Stem Selections

Think Outside the Vase: A bunch of identical containers such as tumblers, votive holders or sweet, mini antique vases make a big impact. For this trend, the magic is in the details: The repeated pattern makes for a modern centerpiece on any table or mantel.

Cut Twice and at an Angle: If you cut a stem too short, there is no going back. Instead, be conservative when it comes to trimming—you can always make a second cut if necessary. Cutting at an angle lets the stem drink more water.

Remove Leaves Below Waterline: Leaves in water promote bacterial microbial growth and limit water uptake by the flower.

Just Pick One: Monochromatic arrangements create a classic, sophisticated look. Choose one hue and then include flowers in several different tints, tones and shades.

Gordon Boswell Flowers 1220 Pennsylvania Ave. gordonboswell.com

TCU Florist 3131 S. University Drive tcuflorist.com

The Enchanted Florist 4800 Camp Bowie Blvd. enchanted floristdfw.com

Darrell Whitsel Florist 1506 W. Magnolia Ave. darrellwhitselflorist.com

Flower Market on 7th Street 2733 W. 7th St. theflowermarketon7th.com

Sally’s Flower Shoppe 4215 Camp Bowie Blvd. sallysflowershoppe.com

Central Market Floral Department 4651 W. Fwy. centralmarket.com

Trader Joe’s Floral Department 2701 S. Hulen St. traderjoes.com

Longest Lasting Flowers and Greens

• Philodendron

• Calla lily

• White Gerber daisy

• Chrysanthemum

• Anthurium

• Protea

• Cymbidium orchid

• Star of Bethlehem

• Carnation

• Sea holly

• Waxflower

• Baby’s breath

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Picnic Season

Pack up a basket and grab a cozy quilt. Forget about a hot stove and setting the table oh, and leave fast food and the drive-through in your rearview mirror. With just a little pre-planning and these make-ahead recipes, you can create a relaxing, delicious al fresco feast your friends and family will love.

PaSta e Fagioli Salad

Yield: 8 servings

The classic Italian soup becomes a hearty salad for warm weather.

• ½ cup fresh lemon juice

• 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard

• 1 teaspoon salt

• 1 teaspoon pepper

• ½ cup olive oil

• 2, 15-ounce cans Cannellini beans, drained and rinsed

• ½ pound pasta, such as penne, cooked, drained, and rinsed

• 1 fennel bulb, thinly sliced

• 1 pint cherry tomatoes, each cut in half

• 1 cup chopped sun-dried tomatoes

• 1 bunch scallions, chopped

• ½ cup capers

• ½ cup roasted garlic cloves, roughly chopped

• 1 bunch fresh basil, cut into julienne strips

• 1 cup shredded Parmesan cheese

1. In a large bowl, whisk together lemon juice, Dijon mustard, salt and pepper. Slowly add olive oil, whisking all the while. Add beans and let them marinate 30 minutes or up to 1 day. Add remaining ingredients and toss well. Taste and add more salt and pepper as needed.

2. Serve immediately or refrigerate up to 3 days.

BruSchetta with aSSorted toPPingS

Yield: each topping will serve 8 - 12 on bruschetta, with some leftover for midnight snacking.

The word bruschetta means to roast over coals – referring to the toasted or grilled bread, which becomes a blank canvas for all manner of savory toppings. Pronounce it “bru-sketta.”

| by Judie Byrd | photography by Jason Kindig & alex lepe |

Judie Byrd is co-founder, along with her husband, of The Culinary School of Fort Worth. Check her out at judiebyrd.com. Thanks to Central Market for our groceries.

Make-ahead dishes such as Pasta E Fagioli Salad, Herbed Chicken with Corn Topping and assorted Bruschetta options are perfect for picnic dining.

Herbed Chicken and Corn Topping would be great served in tomato cups or lettuce leaves.

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The toast:

• 1 large baguette, cut into ½-inch slices (about 40 slices)

To toast bread slices, preheat oven to 400. Place bread on baking sheets and bake 8 – 12 minutes, until nicely browned.

Herbed CHiCken and Corn Topping

This salad would be tasty served in tomato cups or on lettuce leaves.

• 6 ears fresh corn, cooked and kernels removed

• 2 red bell peppers, charred, peeled, and chopped

• ½ cup finely chopped mixed fresh herbs, such as basil, flat-leaf parsley, thyme, sage

• 1 fully cooked rotisserie chicken, all meat removed and chopped (or 2 - 3 chicken breasts, cooked and chopped)

• ¼ cup balsamic vinegar

• 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard

• 1 teaspoon salt, or to taste

• 1 teaspoon pepper, or to taste

• ½ cup olive oil

• 4 ounces crumbled firm goat cheese, or feta

1. In a large bowl, toss together corn, chopped peppers, herbs, and chopped chicken.

2. In a small bowl, whisk together balsamic vinegar, Dijon mustard, salt and pepper. Keep whisking while slowly adding olive oil. (You can also shake all ingredients together in a canning jar.) Pour over salad mixture and toss.

3. Just before serving, toss in goat cheese.

rusTiC TomaTo, onion and olive spread

Fabulous on toasted baguette, this pleasantly pungent topping can also be spread on top of a block of cream cheese and served with crackers.

• 2 tablespoons olive oil, or as needed

• 1 red onion, thinly sliced

• pinch of sugar

• 2 teaspoons chopped

fresh thyme (or 1 teaspoon dried)

• 4 cloves garlic, minced

• 2 pints cherry tomatoes

• 1 cup chopped Kalamata olives

• ½ teaspoon each, salt and pepper, or to taste

• 2 tablespoons lemon juice

1. Place an iron skillet or other heavy skillet over medium heat. Add 1 tablespoon olive oil, onions, sugar, and thyme; cook and stir until onions are wilted and beginning to char. Remove onions from the pan and place in a large bowl.

2. Place pan back on the heat and turn up to high. Add another tablespoon olive oil if needed, and when the oil is hot, add tomatoes; cook and stir until lightly charred and beginning to burst. Remove from heat and add reserved onions, olives, lemon juice and salt and pepper. Stir to combine flavors. The residual heat in the skillet will help flavors to meld. Serve warm or at room temperature.

blue CHeese and pear CHuTney for brusCHeTTa

Micah Noeth, 10-year veteran in the Central Market cheese department, introduced me to Gorgonzola Cremamore, a fabulously smooth, soft cow’s milk blue cheese that is perfect for spreading on bruschetta. Grab some the next time you’re shopping.

• 8 ounces softened blue cheese

• 1 – 1 ½ cups pear chutney

• 1 - 2 tablespoons chopped fresh rosemary

Spread crostini with blue cheese and top with chutney. Sprinkle on chopped rosemary. Tip: For a picnic, place blue cheese on a serving plate with spreading knife. Top with chopped rosemary. Serve chutney from a bowl with a spoon.

(Above) Rustic Tomato, Onion and Olive Spread is the perfect treat when served atop a toasted baguette. (Below) Blue Cheese and Pear Chutney is ideal for spreading. Sprinkle a bit of chopped rosemary on top for additional flavor.

Lisa Raskin thought her back pain was a result of working out too hard or lifting something heavy. When it became difficult to stand up straight in the morning, she knew something was wrong. At the Baylor Scoliosis Center, Lisa was diagnosed with a 70-degree curve in her spine. Without surgery, the condition would only get worse. At Baylor Regional Medical Center at Plano, she underwent a complex surgical procedure in which rods were inserted to straighten her spine. Today, she feels more productive in every aspect of her life. “Baylor was extraordinary. I am so much better off today than before the surgery. I never expected this much change in my life.”

Love at First Sip

LocaL breweries, distiLLeries and wineries have found fort worth to be a spirited and thirsty crowd. discerning drinkers have become fierceLy LoyaL to the growing List of LocaL favorites.

| by Courtney Dabney | photography by Alex Lepe |

fritz rahr Jr. was one of the first craft brewers on the local scene. generations of brewing experience were brought to bear when the tcu grad decided to put down permanent roots in fort worth, founding Rahr & Sons Brewery in 2004. with 30 awards and counting, rahr has certainly made a name for itself. “for me,” rahr says, “i know when i drink a great beer — it jumps out at you and kind of smacks you in the mouth...like love at first taste!”

What is on tap for the future? “There is a lot going on,” says Rahr. “We have hired Bryan Miller as our new vice president of sales. Bryan comes to us with 10 years of experience in the beer industry, the last five he spent with Boulevard Brewing as regional sales manager over seven states. His expertise in managing growth with a large regional brewery will be very important as we expand the brewery into our 24,000 barrel capacity later this year.”

“Our new canned products are coming out in May,” says Rahr. “First, we will have our 12-pack cans of Blonde Lager — a pale German helles-style beer. It is a clean, easy-drinking beer — just in time for the summer months.” Then Rahr will be introducing a new brand to its line-up called Pride of Texas Pale Ale. This is a traditional style American/West Coast Pale Ale. “Coming in at 6 percent ABV and 60 IBUs, this refreshing pale ale is packed with lots of Amarillo and Manderina hops. People have been screaming for us to

make one,” Rahr says. “Well, here it is and it’s impressive!”

Revolver Brewing is already famous for its Blood and Honey, with touches of blood orange and local honey. Owners Rhett Keisler, Ron Keisler and Grant Wood have been amazed by its success. Demand has certainly exceeded expectations. “We sold our first keg Sept. 1, 2012, and our facility already required its second expansion by June 2013, just to keep up with demand,” says Wood. Blood and Honey is currently the only beer they have available in bottles. “Fortunately, we have been able to stay ahead of the curve and keep up the pace. Our bock, named Malt Lick, is really starting to catch on too. It should be the next one out in bottles.”

Wood says, “The future looks bright for Revolver. We are expanding into the Austin area with draught, and we look forward to serving our customers even better in the future. We have our own fleet of trucks, so we can self-distribute.” Be on the lookout for seasonals

like Sidewinder — the pale ale with Southwestern touches like agave nectar, maize and cumin; Mother’s Little Fracker — with its earthier, dark chocolate flavors and aromas; and Cinnamon Girl — a deep amber spiced ale due out next fall.

Grapevine, which is known more for its wineries, now boasts a new brewery of its own — Grapevine Craft Brewery. Gary Humble founded the brewery with a commitment to community in mind. “We made our first delivery the day after Thanksgiving, and we are excited to currently be in over 120 locations. In February we expanded into both Waco and Austin,” he says. Grapevine Craft introduced its Lakefire Rye Pale Ale and Monarch Wheat first. They were initially available in draught only. Humble says, “Lakefire is now available in cans across North and Central Texas, and Monarch is coming in cans this summer.”

At the time of the interview, Grapevine Craft was set to launch .10 Gauge Belgian IPA in draft between April and May, along with tours of the brewery that began on April 12. “We are working on a new limited edition series of beers called the Bonnie Blue Series,” he says. “These beers will all come in 750ml bottles. The first will be a saison and is slated to come out at the end of April.” Martin House Brewing packages its brews in a can. They feel cans are better for the beer, the environment and provide easier portability. Martin House has made a name for itself with the novelty Daybreak 4 Grain Breakfast Beer and The Imperial Texan — a double India red ale. Co-owner David Wedemeier says, “We try to keep things fresh with the introduction of a new seasonal every couple of months. Look for Salsa Verde soon, with cilantro, lime and pepper notes.” A collaboration with local band the Toadies has been

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Lakewood Brewing Co.

fruitful as well. Wedemeier says, “The band members have all had input into a beer dubbed Rubberneck Red in honor of their platinum-selling album. Expect it to be a very hoppy red.” Rubberneck was available in draught and cans in late March.

Martin House will be canning two of its bestsellers, River House Saison and Pretzel Stout. “Our stout is really popular. We throw pieces of hard pretzel into the mash, which adds a nice saltiness to the roasty, chocolaty and caramel flavors,” Wedemeier says. Tours of the brewery have become so popular on Saturdays that they began touring guests on Thursday nights as well. He says, “It is by the river, with a great view of downtown, and a really fun, family atmosphere featuring a different local food truck each week.”

With humble beginnings in a Lakewood neighborhood garage, Lakewood Brewing Co. sold its first keg in 2012. Local “hop

heads” are loving Lakewood’s Hop Trapp. Founder Wim Bens calls it “the thinkin’ man’s IPA, with a touch of Belgian yeast that adds another level of complexity.” The bourbon barrel Temptress is another one of their bestsellers.

Bens says, “In addition to our core four, which includes Rock Ryder, Hop Trapp, The Temptress, and Lakewood Lager, we have some amazing limited release beers in our Legendary Series. Those are one-and-done brews that we only make once and then never again.” Lakewood seasonals like Punkel — a pumpkin-spiced dunkel sold out quickly last fall, and Till and Toil — their popular and refreshing farmhouse saison — with notes of tropical fruits like pineapple, mango and papaya — reappeared this spring.

Fort Worth is also home to a couple of distilleries. Four years ago, a disheartened farmer from Muleshoe surveyed his drought-

Grapevine Craft Brewery

Martin House Brewing

stricken crop of black-eyed peas and decided they would be better off in a bottle of artisan vodka. TreyMark Vodka founder Trey Nickels and his mother, Deborah Nickels, did the research and realized it wasn’t such a crazy idea after all. “We found out that nobody else was doing it,” she says.

So far, they have validated the formulation and distilling process and have set up shop in the revamped Fire Station No. 5 in the Southside of town. A former volunteer fireman in Parmer County, Trey Nickels was immediately drawn to the historic space. Where the former fire station pole once stood, now you will find a twostory-tall copper still in its place. “Our 22-foot-tall still column rises to the old fire pole No. 5 position,” Deborah says.

TreyMark Black-Eyed Vodka will be the company’s flagship offering. It has been a long process getting all the city and TABC ap-

provals, but TreyMark is looking forward to getting the first-run process underway and hopes for an early June production date. In the meantime, they have been able to use the distillery to support local causes. “We were so pleased to host a benefit for Beau Birdwell (a local 2-year-old who is battling cancer) and are happy that we can use the facility in that way,” Deborah says.

Founded in 2012, Firestone & Robertson Distillery has gained a loyal following. Leonard Firestone and Troy Robertson have had great success with their premium TX Blended Whiskey, which is now available throughout Texas and Louisiana. Firestone says, “We feel very fortunate to be producing our whiskies in Fort Worth because we love the city, the people, and we proudly call Fort Worth our home. The community has been extremely supportive, and that has made an incredible difference in our efforts to build a business.”

TreyMark Vodka

Revolver Brewing

Wine Crawl

For some fermented fun, drop in for a tasting or tour at these local wineries.

Delaney Vineyards & Winery

2000 Champagne Blvd., Grapevine 817.481.5668

delaneyvineyards.com

Tastings: $10 for five wines, MondaySaturday from 12 p.m. to 5 p.m. Wines: After 20 years in the wine business, Delaney Vineyards has more than 120 medals in national and international wine competitions to their credit. The line-up includes: Cabernet Sauvignon, Sauvignon Blanc, Chardonnay, Three Daughters (a red blend), Pinot Noir, Texas Claret, Sweet Texas Red and Texas Rose. Prices: $16.99 to $24.99

Cowtown Winery 112 W. Exchange Ave. 817.626.1011

cowtownwinery@dvinewineusa.com

Tastings: A flight of three wines of your choice for $6, Monday – Wednesday from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m., Thursday –Saturday from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. and Sunday from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Wines: Featuring fruit-flavored wines like Texas Twister (pomegranate), Rodeo Red (black cherry), and Texas Rio Red (grapefruit). They also have a full range of labels like the four-time medal winner Republic Red (a Malbec/Tempranillo blend), and their best-selling Wild West White. Prices: $15.99-$29.99

Cross Timbers Winery

805 Main St., Grapevine 817.488.6789

crosstimberswinery.com

Tastings: $5 for four 1-ounce pours, Monday - Saturday from 12 p.m. to 5 p.m., and Sunday from 12:30 p.m. to 5 p.m. Wines: Choose from Cross Timbers Blush, Viognier, Tempranillo, Malbec, Muscat Canelli, Chenin Blanc, Cabernet Sauvignon, and Sangiovese. Prices: $13 to $30

Firestone says, “We have public tours every Saturday at 2 p.m. The tour lasts a little over an hour. It’s educational and fun because we really like to get into the details of whiskey-making and how we started the distillery. Of course, everyone of legal age is offered a sample of our whiskey at the end of the tour, and we also have a retail shop where folks can purchase merchandise and a bottle or two to take home.”

F & R’s artisanal Straight Bourbon Whiskey is highly anticipated. “It has been aging in charred oak barrels for a little more than two years,” says Firestone. “We have found that the Texas summer is having a great influence on the bourbon’s maturation, and the whiskey is developing exceptional flavor characteristics including vanilla and coconut and a nose of brown sugar. We are hoping that another summer or two will complete the process.”

Sunset Winery

1535 S. Burleson Blvd., Burleson 817.426.1141 sunsetwinery.com

Tastings: $5 for six pours, ThursdaySunday from 12 p.m. to 7 p.m. Wines: Sunset Winery is now boasting 15 different labels to choose from. Sun Ray Cabernet Sauvignon, Moon Glow Merlot, Twilight Tango Malbec, Pink Rainbows (a blush-colored Chenin Blanc blend), Orange Muscat, and Redhead Table Wine are among the favorites. Prices: $13.95 to $39.95

Lost Oak 2116 FM 731, Burleson 817.426.6625

lostoakwinery.com

Tastings: Sample five wines for $5, Sunday & Wednesday from 12 p.m. to 8 p.m. or Thursday - Saturday from 12 p.m. to 9 p.m. The cost of tasting is waived with a purchase of any bottle. Wines: Many Texas brands are on the sweeter side, but Lost Oak has a full line of dry reds like Cabernet Sauvignon, Crimson Oak (an aged mostly-Merlot blend), Merlot, Red Roan, and Tempranillo NV Bingham Vineyards. Dry whites include Blanc du Bois (a uniquely American grape variety), Riesling Dry, and Viognier. Prices: $11.95 to $34.95

Times Ten Cellars

1100 Foch St. 817.336.9463

timestencellars.com

Tastings: Tuesday - Wednesday from 1 p.m. to 10 p.m., Thursday from 1 p.m. to 11 p.m., Friday - Sat from 1 p.m. to 12 a.m., Sun from 3 p.m. to 9 p.m. Wines: Dry Rose, Sauvignon Blanc, Chardonnay, Muscat Blanc are sure to please white wine lovers. Red selections include Dulce Roja NV, Grenache/Syrah, and La Libertine Red Blend NV (a Syrah/Cabernet Franc blend). Prices: $20 to $32

LightCatcher Winery

6925 Confederate Park Road 817.237.2626

lightcatcher.com

Tastings: $5 for three wines, Wednesday & Sunday from 12 p.m. to 6 p.m., Thursday - Saturday from 12 p.m. to 9 p.m. Wines: Award winners like 10 pt. Cabernet Sauvignon, Yellow Rose Chardonnay, and Roadrunner Voignier are mainstays. Other popular labels include Texas Kiss Merlot Rose, Remuda Red, and Happy Dog Sweet Red. Prices: $18 to $34.

Homestead Winery

Grapevine Tasting Room 211 E. Worth, Grapevine 817.251.9463

homesteadwinery.com

Tastings: $7 for five tastes, SundayThursday from 11 a.m. to 6:30 p.m., Friday & Saturday from 11 a.m. to 10:30 p.m. Wines: A full range including Chardonnay, White Rose, Desert Rose, and Prairie Rose (an off-dry Chenin Blanc), and reds like Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Syrah. Prices: $12 to $20

Firestone & Robertson Distillery

Ashley Irwin had her first open-heart surgery at 2 weeks old. Last year she wrote a book, A Wish for Hope Proceeds go to A Wish With Wings.

Early Raisers

The

children you’re going to meet in this story are your average kids in some ways — they play in the school band, have a black belt in tae kwon do, ride bikes or create tales about talking animals, but they are exceptional insofar as they dedicate their free time to raise money and awareness for other children in need.

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It’s because these children have seen or experienced hardships they never want their petite peers to endure, and all of them work to carry out their wishes through sophisticated fundraisers and awareness campaigns.

Ashley Irwin Ashley Irwin had her first open-heart surgery at 2 weeks old, then at 15 months old and at 4 years old. She was born blue and not breathing. They soon found out she did not have a pulmonary artery, so she wasn’t getting blood to her lungs, and a hole in her heart was among numerous other problems. She was diagnosed with pulmonary atresia and tetralogy of fallot, which is a rare heart defect that doesn’t allow the blood to flow properly to her heart.

But this didn’t stop her from wanting to help others. Last year, 11-year-old Ashley wrote a book, A Wish for Hope, about a butterfly that brings a sick little girl love and hope. Its proceeds go to a Fort Worth nonprofit that made all her dreams come true.

“I feel like giving something back is a way of saying ‘thank you’ for what they did. I didn’t learn that from Mom; I figured it out myself,” she said.

Fort Worth’s A Wish With Wings set her up with Give the Kids the World outside Orlando. They sent her to their 70-acre dreamland village where kids can eat ice cream for every meal, celebrate

Christmas every Thursday, and the village mayor (a huge bunny rabbit) tucks them into bed each night.

After all, their goal is to “provide memorable, magical, costfree experiences to children with life-threatening illness and their families.”

But the experience was so much more than that. Ashley said they made her feel special, loved and unforgotten. She vowed to pay it forward. Ashley hopes her book makes lots of money for A Wish With Wings so they can grant other children’s wishes and raise awareness. In its first year, Executive Director Judy Youngs said the book has helped raise more than $2,500 for the nonprofit. But that’s not all.

“The biggest asset has been in ‘friend-raising,’ and sharing [the book] to raise awareness of our mission,” Youngs said.

Ashley is a doll in every sense of the word. She’s petite with big brown doe-like eyes, dark hair and porcelain skin. That day she wore a pink-laced dress and purple-rimmed glasses. She was eloquent, sincere and sweeter than sugar. She turned red and shivered with excitement when she talked about her memory of Give the Kids the World’s village.

Every May in downtown Fort Worth, A Wish With Wings has its Butterfly Wishes fundraiser. She hoped to have her book published in time to sell at the event.

“I would like to keep doing this just to show people that they’re not alone,” Ashley said.

Devin Henry Devin Henry, 17 years old, wheels into the coffee shop on a bike made for a 2-year-old. His dad helped him trick it out to fit his son’s small body. Training wheels were removed; they added custom chains and handle bars, bigger BMX pedals, and stickers now decorate the metal body, a project that cost $450 when completed. Custom bikes typically start at $2,500, but the Henrys don’t have that kind of money after paying for all of Devin’s surgeries.

“It looks cool and it works,” Devin said. Devin has a rare and painful type of dwarfism called spondyloepiphyseal dysplasia congenita (SED), and he rides the bike around because he can’t walk more than a few feet before his body gives out. He’s in pain most

Devin Henry has a rare form of dwarfism. He started his own T-shirt company for little people called Lil' D Designs. A percentage of his profit goes to help people like him.

of the day, which is why he’s on the path to create a nonprofit called Maximum Mobility to help fund custom products like bikes, car seats for dwarfs and additional items that increase other “little people’s” quality of life.

At 11 years old, he started his own “confidence-building” T-shirt company called Lil’ D Designs for little people, short people and dwarfs. He started the company to protect himself against bullies at school who kicked his scooter over or poured water around it in the bathrooms. Instead of yelling at them, he made T-shirts that say, “Tiny is awesome” or “Bigger Person” with an arrow pointing to him. One design has a Superman logo but with an SD on it, which stands for Super Dwarf. He makes them in a youth large because it is two inches shorter than the adult small. He gives a percentage of the money to help people like him.

“Devin is a little person but has Donald Trump’s personality,” his mother, Tracy Henry, said.

He says if he’s going to do anything, he’s going to do it “like a boss.”

Devin has had parts of his femur removed, had spinal surgery, and one day will have to have his hips replaced. His fingers are half dislocated most of the time, which is also painful for him.

“It could frustrate me, but there is really no point,” Devin said.

The Marlow Boys’ and Friends’ LemonAid Stand

Michelle Marlow has a reputation for being a local saint. When she’s not raising her four boys and chickens, she’s tirelessly giving back to the community. So it is no wonder her sons, William, 6; Henry, 11; Thomas, 13; and George, 15, decided to turn their Colonial Golf Tournament lemonade stand into a fundraiser four years ago. In just a few days, these boys have been known to raise $25,000 for local children’s charities.

And then it went viral. At first other neighborhood children would donate their lemonade stand monies to the Marlow boys, even if it was only $27. But then neighbors like the Diamond girls, the Pauls, the Hurns and the Mayfields realized the Mar-

lows have an advantage with prime location on the corner of Colonial Parkway and Country Club Drive. Golf pros like Phil Mickelson would come meet the boys and leave exorbitant tips. Some gave them golf lessons in the backyard. So the Colonial Hills neighborhood children joined hands and created the brand LemonAid.

“Their goal was to work hard and make the most money in one weekend to help the less fortunate,” Michelle said.

The children got creative, and the adults stood back and watched. Thinking of clever ways to bring in more money, they now take donations instead of a fixed price. Then they packaged the lemonade with one of their grandma’s homemade cookies she bakes to help them out every year. George Marlow and Ryan Prince came up with the satellite wagon, which brings water in an old rusty red wagon to thirsty tournament goers, bringing their donation jar with them.

William Marlow loves to work these satellite wagons and will return with money pouring out of his pockets. Oldest of the children is George Marlow, so he manages LemonAid and comes up with crafty marketing strategies. Little Sadie Paul loves to hold up signs and cheer for the stand. George even designs T-shirts with their LemonAid logo on the front and sells them in front of Yogi’s Bagel Café.

“I am really excited because we get to sponsor others in need, and it is fun getting to see how it works. You actually help kids in need,” little Ruth Mayfield said.

After local charities give presentations, these tiny businessmen and women hold meetings to decide where they should send their money each year. It is through these presentations they learn many children are less fortunate than they are.

In the last four years, local businesses have gotten involved. Merry Maids matched their donation one year. Wells Fargo gave money another. They have had members donate premium parking spots.

Owner of the Dodgers and Co-

lonial’s 2013 chairman of the Crowne Plaza Invitational Bobby Patton throws in a hefty tip as well.

“It can only get bigger, and we can get more people involved,” Thomas Marlow said.

Alexa Sankary While 15-year-old Alexa Sankary’s peers are in class at Paschal High School wearing oversized T-shirts and wind shorts, she’s presenting her 5K Blast fundraiser to a group of professionals at the UNT Health Science Center. Dressed in little turquoise pants, a cute white sweater with a chunky, short gold chain and a little makeup, she’s ready for her big meeting.

Her parents describe Alexa as an “old soul.” She’s compassionate, beautiful, petite, outgoing, says “like” a lot, is a black belt in tae kwon do, doesn’t like science and wants to market for GoPro Camera Company when she grows up. On the outside, she looks like your average high school freshman.

But she started raising money for neuroblastoma research through Cook Children’s at 9 years old when her best friend, Michael Mancuso, died from the rare cancer. She watched him writhe in pain and suffer illness from his treatments for three years. He hated feeling that awful and did not want other children to experience what he did. So the day before he died, he asked his best friend, Alexa, to find a cure.

Just a few years later, she’s well on her way. She raised $228,000

The four Marlow boys turned their Colonial Golf Tournament lemonade stand into a fundraiser that has successfully raised thousands of dollars for local children's charities.

last year alone, bringing her total donations to more than $600,000.

“She always sets these crazy goals, and we’re like OK, but then she always goes past it,” her mother, Kristin Sankary, said. “The first year [six years ago], she wanted to make $15,000 but made $19,000. Every year it gets bigger.”

Alexa remembers the day Michael died vividly. She knew he was sick and back in the hospital, but she never thought he would actu-

ally die. That weekend she left for Austin but went to see him first.

“It was almost like he knew,” Alexa said.

When she came back from her trip, she went to his house to give him a necklace she’d bought him, but she saw a bunch of cars in front. He had died over the weekend. “It was more of a sense of peace and relief,” she said. “I remember how long he had been fighting. I cried, but after 10 minutes, it was like I knew he was OK.”

March 29 marked the sixth annual Blast 5K walk/run, and they hope to raise $250,000 in 2014.

With the money raised, Cook Children’s built a specialized MIGB therapy unit—a treatment in which doctors use liquid radiation to target neuroblastoma cells.

As Alexa gets older, she’s starting to realize just how many lives she’s touched. Through her fundraising, she’s met so many children and their families with neuroblastoma. “It went from wanting to help one person to changing all of these neuroblastoma families’ lives,” Alexa said. “It is amazing how all of these people have come together, and [this walk] gives them hope and connections…having people that understand what you are going through.”

Taylor

Helland On May 30, 17-yearold colon cancer survivor Taylor Helland will walk 7 p.m. to 7 a.m. through the night until the sun rises in a midnight shift relay race to raise awareness for colon cancer. The dark night resembles the darkness she and others went through to beat a cancer that is so rare in children the survival rate is 13 percent. When it came back on her ovaries, the doctors said she had a zero chance of survival.

“Like cancer, you are walking through the night, and in the morning the sun comes up and everything is better…in the end you see the light,” Taylor said.

At this event, Taylor will speak about

Alexa Sankary started raising money for neuroblastoma research through Cook Children’s at 9 years old when her best friend, Michael Mancuso, died from the rare cancer.

being a survivor, something she does often to bring hope to other children fighting cancer and despairing parents. She said most money goes to research for adult forms of colon cancer, which is why the survival rate is so low in children. It’s so rare most people don’t think to fund their research.

Taylor was diagnosed at 14 years old. She didn’t know what to expect. All she knew was that she didn’t want to die.

“It was like, well, I guess I have to beat this,” she said.

And she did beat it, until the cancer came back aggressively. The pain and nausea was so much worse than she imagined it would be.

Doctors started talking to her parents about making her comfortable because she’s probably not going to live. “It was like, is this really happening?” Taylor asked herself over and over.

But the chemotherapy worked, and they removed her ovaries so the cancer was self-contained. The miracle is Taylor has been cancerfree for a year now against all odds.

Since that horrific first night she went to Cook Children’s Medical Center with stomach pain, she has spent her free time raising money for pediatric colon cancer research and speaking for the American Cancer Society.

“You kind of feel isolated and different,” Taylor said, which is why she doesn’t want other children to ever feel that way.

“Her biggest goal is to prevent some other 14-year-old girl from having to go through what she went through,” her father, Bob Helland, said.

Her dad tried to help her raise money by reaching out to hot shots like Jerry Jones, but he never heard back. So Taylor and her friends at Martin High School in Arlington made an 11-minute lip-synching video called Lip Dub (if you want to search for it on YouTube). The entire school got involved in honor of Taylor. People made pledges based on the number of views online. For example, if she pledged $1 per view up to 100 views, she would donate $100.

The video now has north of 250,000 views, and the school pulled together $30,000 to send to an MD Anderson doctor for pediatric colon cancer research and trials. Although she had all of her che-

motherapy here in Fort Worth at Cook Children’s, she had her two major surgeries at MD Anderson and spent months recuperating there.

Taylor’s life has changed immensely in the last three years. She looks forward to starting TCU in the fall. She wants to major in strategic communication and public relations to become a voice for cancer nonprofits.

“I had to miss school so much that I now love school,” she said. “I am so much closer to my family and friends. I am more involved in the community. I have learned not to take the little things for granted…[and] appreciate every day because you don’t know how much time you have. I know that is cliché, but it is so true.”

These are just a few of the prodigious, young hearts in the Fort Worth area working to help other children. There are many more who would make even the most philanthropic grownup inspired.

Colon cancer survivor Taylor Helland spends her free time raising money for pediatric colon cancer research and speaking for the American Cancer Society.

Home Building/Renovating Resource Guide

this list of custom builders, renovators and other vendors that cater to home furnishings and service is by no means conclusive, but it does provide a starting place for your shopping and service needs.

We drew this list from many sources, including the Greater Fort Worth Builders Association’s directory of members, the Certified Master Builder Corp. directory, recommendations by friends, associates and homebuilders, personal experience and published existing lists that ran in the Fort Worth Star-Telegram and the Dallas Morning News. This list includes companies that have been participants in past or present Fort Worth, Texas magazine Dream Homes, or have appeared in the magazine’s Best Of Lists.

The list of Custom Home Builders and Renovators has been checked against the database of the Better Business Bureau of Fort Worth & Tarrant County Inc., which serves Tarrant, Johnson, Hood, Somervell, Wise, Parker, Erath and Palo Pinto counties. BBB accreditation was not required for listing. Fort Worth, Texas magazine does not certify or guarantee any of the companies listed below.

Custom Homebuilders and renovators

Adams Custom Homes Inc.

101 Solano Circle Aledo, Texas 76008 817.441.9333 adamspolk.com

AG Builders

2200 W. Rosedale St. S. Fort Worth, Texas 76110

817.207.8988 agbuilderscustomhomes.com

Aldriedge Companies Inc.

P.O. Box 202494 Arlington, Texas 76006

817.633.6559 rjahomebuilders.com

Atwood Custom Homes

P.O. Box 93615 Southlake, Texas 76092 817.505.8881 atwoodcustomhome.com

Avery Homes LLC

3063 Parr Lane Grapevine, Texas 76051 214.212.0558 averyhomesdfw.com

B Smart Builders

4420 Ledgeview Road Fort Worth, Texas 76109

817.368.8659 bsmartbuilders.com

Blake Freeman Custom Homes & Construction

112 S. Main Godley, Texas 76044

817.389.2584 blakefreemanconstruction.com

Bob Pemberton Texas Builders

P.O. Box 229 Dennis, Texas 76439 817.599.7944 texasbuildersllc.com

Boyd Builders Inc. 4101 W. Green Oaks Blvd., Ste. 305-595 Arlington, Texas 76016 817.703.4592 boydbuildersinc.com

Braswell Custom Homes

6387 Camp Bowie Blvd., Ste. B Fort Worth, Texas 76116 817.564.3101 thebraswellcompany.com

Calais Custom Homes 2825 Exchange Blvd., Ste. 101 Southlake, Texas 76092 817.481.6426 calaiscustomhomes.com

Cameron Classic Homes Inc. P.O. Box 92335 Southlake, Texas 76092 817.291.4460 cameronclassichomes.com

Castle Peak Construction 16850 Dallas Parkway Dallas, Texas 75248 972.788.8600

Castor Vintage Homes 3121 Stadium Drive Fort Worth, Texas 76109 817.821.9597

Chris Thomas Custom Homes

911 E. Highway 377 Granbury, Texas 76048 817.776.8202 christhomashomes.com

Clarity Homes 3605 El Campo Ave. Fort Worth, Texas 76107 817.569. 8448 clarityhomes.com

Clear Creek Home Improvements

8300 N. Water Tower Road Fort Worth, Texas 76179 817.683.4319 cchomeimprovements.com

Clearview Construction 1693 Park Road 36 Graford, Texas 76449 940.779.3600 harborliving.com

Couto Homes 2155 E. Highway 377 Granbury, Texas 76049 817.579.6600 coutohomes.com

Crescent Estates

Custom Homes 1221 N. I-35E Carrollton, Texas 75006 469.892.7200 crescentestates.com

D.R. Moss Quality

Custom Homes

1800 Fairway Bend Drive Haslet, Texas 76052 817.439.3032 drmosshomes.com

David Lewis Builder Inc.

3200 Collinsworth St. Fort Worth, Texas 76107 817.735.1122 davidlewisbuilder.com

Designs for Living

101 S. Jennings Ave., Ste. 300 Fort Worth, Texas 76104 817.731.3770 designsforliving.com

Diamond R Homes Inc.

2100 Greenwood Drive, Ste. 200 Southlake, Texas 76092 817.632.8082 diamondrhomes.com

Don Bybee

Construction Inc. 6518 Baker Blvd. Richland Hills, Texas 76118 817.589.9200 donbybee.sharepoint.com

Dunlap Construction Co.

7248 Glenview Drive Richland Hills, Texas 76180 817.284.5111 dunlapconstruction.com

Ferrier Custom Homes

11255 Camp Bowie W., Ste. 115 Fort Worth, Texas 76008 817.237.6262 ferriercustomhomes.com

Fred Parker Company Inc.

4313 Frazier Ave. Fort Worth, Texas 76115 817.921.0223 fparker.com

Garabedian Properties P.O. Box 93984 Southlake, Texas 76092 817.748.2669 garabedianproperties.com

Garvey Homes 2712 King Arthur Blvd. Lewisville, Texas 75056 972.899.1845 garveyhomes.com

Gearheart Construction Co. Inc. 3001 Cullen St, Fort Worth, Texas 76107 817.737.8935 gearheartconstruction.com

Giuliani Custom Homes 3524 Clubgate Drive Fort Worth, Texas 76137 817.480.0812

Glendarroch Homes 3840 Hulen St., Ste. 602 Fort Worth Texas 76107 817.560.1600 glendarrochhomes.com

HGC Residential Development 200 Bailey Ave., Ste. 309 Fort Worth, Texas 76107 817.336.5172 hgcrealestate.com

High Street Homes 101 McDavid Springs Drive Aledo, Texas 76008 817.727.7252 highstreethomes.com

Hodges Construction P.O. Box 136036 Fort Worth, Texas 76136 817.236.7242 hodges-construction.com

Home Building/Renovating Resource Guide

Homes By Arelyn Cox Inc.

P.O. Box 416 Keller, Texas

817.379.5335

Homes By Towne of Texas Inc.

3061 S.W. Wilshire Blvd. Burleson, Texas 76028

817.484.3350 homesbytowne.com

Hubbard Olde World Homecrafters

649 Meadow Hill Road Fort Worth, Texas 76108

817.448.8175 oldeworldhomecrafters.com

Hudson Bay

Custom Homes

7717 Quail Ridge St. Fort Worth, Texas 76179

817.713.2682 hudsonbayhomes.net

J Lambert Custom Homes

P.O. Box 1802

Springtown, Texas 76082

817.992.4983 jlambertcustomhomes.com

John Askew

Custom Homes

P.O. Box 1509 Aledo, Texas 76008

817.441.2288 johnaskewhomes.com

John Schedcik

Custom Homes

P.O. Box 335 Decatur, Texas 76234

940.627.9028 johnschedcikhomes.com

Jonathan Mark Homes Inc.

421 Cotton Bend Trail Venus, Texas 76084

972.299.5540 jonathanmarkhomes.com

Kenny Anderson Construction 1201 Spargercrest Drive Bedford, Texas 76021

817.475.1719

Larry Stewart Custom Homes

P.O. Box 1497 Colleyville, Texas 76034

817.251.5832 lstewarthomes.com

Leatherwood Construction

200 Murr Road Azle, Texas 76020

817.371.7878 leatherwoodcustomhomes.net

Louis Heinze Building Co. Inc.

2317 Roosevelt Drive, Ste. C Arlington, Texas 76016

817.275.4311

Maverick Homes 5320 Camp Bowie Blvd., Ste. D Fort Worth, Texas 76107 817.439.3334 maverickhomes.net

McBee Homes 3704 Benbrook Highway, Ste. B Fort Worth, Texas 76116 817.626.2600 mcbeehomes.com

Mike Sandlin Homes Inc. 5137 Davis Blvd. North Richland Hills, Texas 76180 817.281.3509 sandlinhomes.com

MK Homes 157 Tyler Court Fort Worth, Texas 76108 817.913.0239 mkhomestx.com

Montesello Homes 2363 Highway 287 N., Ste. 105 Mansfield, Texas 76063 817.475.8535 montesellohomes.com

Monument Custom Builders P.O. Box 159 Colleyville, Texas 76034 214.232.2844 monumentcustombuilders. com

Our Country Homes

700 W. Harwood Drive Hurst, Texas 76054 817.281.3390 ourcountryhomes.co

Patrick Custom Homes 2855 Exchange Blvd., Ste. 112 Southlake, Texas 76092 817.614.2460 patrickch.com

Period Homes Inc.

601 Bailey Ave. Fort Worth, Texas 76107 817.475.3609 periodhomesinc.com

Phoenix Homes and Construction P.O. Box 471285 Fort Worth, Texas 76147 817.269.5100

Property Rehab Services

6500 Floyd Drive Fort Worth, Texas 76116 817 731-3030 proprehab.com

Providence Homes Inc. P.O. Box 822428 North Richland Hill, Texas 76180

817.451.5197 providencehomesinc.net

Providential Custom Homes

111 Quest Court Keller, Texas 76248

817.724.7777 breathlesshomes.com

R.J. Aldriedge Companies Inc.

P.O. Box 202494 Arlington, Texas 76006

817.633.6559 rjahomebuilders.com

Rae D. Cummins

Construction Inc.

166 Brock Spring Trail Weatherford, Texas 76087

817.596.5413 raedcummins.com

Ramsey Construction Co. Inc.

3728 Cresthaven Terrace Fort Worth, Texas 76107

817.737.5849

RF Installations

1475 Avenue S., Ste. 306 Grand Prairie, Texas 75050

817.839.9220 rfinstallations.com

Rick Moncrief Homes Inc.

175 Stone Canyon Circle Fort Worth, Texas 76108

817. 239.4731

Ritz Properties

P.O. Box 1530 Colleyville, Texas 76034

817.689.0845

R-Maxx General Contracting

P.O. Box 6 Haslet, Texas 76052

817.439.1698 rmaxxgc.com

Roffino Custom Homes Inc.

P.O. Box 72 Rainbow, Texas 76077

817.578.1715 roffinohomes.com

Sandlin Homes 5137 Davis Blvd. North Richland Hills, Texas 76180

817.281.3509 sandlinhomes.com

Scott Homebuilders

217 Fountainview Drive Euless, Texas 76039

817.366.5645 scotthomebuilders.com

Sean Knight

Custom Homes Inc.

109 S. Ranch House Road, Ste. 107 Aledo, Texas 76008

817.560.0828 seanknightcustomhomes.com

Serene Developments

548 Silicon Drive Southlake, Texas 76092 682.333.0101 serenehomes.com

Simmons Estate Homes

3110 W. Southlake Blvd., Ste. 100 Southlake, Texas 76092 817.329.0207 simmonsestatehomes.com

Steve Spurlock Custom Homes P.O. Box 1794 Decatur, Texas 76234 817.937.6748 spurlockhomes.com

Stone Ridge Homes By Louis Howell P.O. Box 170896 Arlington, Texas 76003 817.992.7832 stoneridgehomestexas.com

Struhs Companies 1209 E. Belknap St. Fort Worth, Texas 76102 817.318.8000 struhsco.com

Tahoe Custom Builders 409 Settlers Ridge Drive Keller, Texas 76248 817.253.4011 tahoecustombuilders.com

Tambert Homes P.O. Box 579 Burleson, Texas 76097 817.426.2099 tamberthomes.com

Tatum Brown Custom Homes 5924 Royal Lane, Ste. 150 Dallas, Texas 75230 214.361.4877 tatumbrown.com

The RockAway Co. 4416 McLean Road, Ste. A Haltom City, Texas 76117 817.485.9855 rockawayco.com

Total Renaissance Construction/Renovations 3642 Bud Williams Ponder, Texas 76259 214.395.5554 totalrenaissanceconstruction. com

Tracy Tomlin General Contracting P.O. Box 1037 Aledo, Texas 76008 817.596.4000 tracytomlin.com

Trinity Classic Homes 709 FM 1187, Ste. 100 Aledo, Texas 76008 817.680.9556 trinityclassicbuilds.com

Trinity Custom Homes P.O. Box 185104

Fort Worth, Texas 76181 817.268.1110 trinitycustomhomes.com

TRS Custom Homes 7004 Rosebrook Colleyville, Texas 76034 817.308.5013

V Fine Homes

3535 W. 7th St., Ste. B Fort Worth, Texas 76107 817.732.2990 vfinehomes.com

Vector Builders 5697 Westcreek Drive, Ste. E Fort Worth, Texas 76133 817.294.1460 vectorbuilders.com

Venetian Homes

640 N. Carroll Ave., Ste. 120 Southlake, Texas 76092 817.768.2333 venetiancustomhomes.net

Village Homes 3821 Camp Bowie Blvd. Fort Worth, Texas 76107 817.737.3377 homesofcharacter.com

Vreeland Construction Inc.

200 Arthur St. Fort Worth, Texas 76107 817.870.2245

Waterford Classic Homes

P.O. Box 444 Keller, Texas 76244 817.296.6004 waterfordclassichomes.com

Wilbow Corporation Inc. 4131 N. Central Expressway, Ste. 1140 Dallas, Texas 75204 972.479.0697 wilbow.com

Will Steed Homes

1208 Fall Creek Highway, Ste. C Granbury, Texas 76049 817.910.1216 willsteedhomes.com

Williford Custom Homes

P.O. Box 2235 Mansfield, Texas 76063 817.453.9029 willifordhomes.com

Windsor Crest Homes 2800 Lark Court Keller, Texas 76248 817.291.3087

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Home Building/Renovating Resource Guide

FENCING CONTRACTORS

Allied Fence of Fort Worth

3530 E. Belknap St. Fort Worth, Texas 76111 817.332.7576 alliedfencefortworth.com

Bob Davis Fences

3805 W. Vickery Blvd. Fort Worth, Texas 76107 817.732.5541 bobdavisfences.com

Buzz Custom Fence

5104 W. Vickery Blvd. Fort Worth, Texas 76107 817.263.9788 buzzfence.com

Gladiator Fence Co. 4706 Oakview Drive Mansfield, Texas 76063 817.473.3623 gladiatorfence.com

FlOORING, PAINT ANd TIlE

A Z Painting Inc. 1906 Alamo Drive Arlington, Texas 76012

817.275.8748 azpaintinginc.com

Century Floors

1540 Keller Parkway, Ste. 125 Keller, Texas 76248

817.337.0444 centuryfloorsdfw.com

Choice Fabricated Stone

6308 Eden Drive Haltom City, Texas 76117

817.222.2201 choicestone.net

Dalworth Fine Floors

8509 Davis Blvd., Ste. 110 North Richland Hills, Texas 76182 817.857.1270 dalworth.com

Emser Tile & Natural Stone

6314 Airport Fwy. Fort Worth, Texas 76117

817.834.5200 emser.com

Hilton’s Flooring

2800 W. Division St., Ste. D Arlington, Texas 76012

817.382.8763 flooringcompanyarlington. com

Interceramic Marble Collection

2100 Handley Ederville Road Fort Worth, Texas 76118 817.698.5500 imcstone.com

Interceramic Tile & Stone

6318 Airport Freeway

Haltom City, Texas 76117

817.834.8491 interceramic.com

It’s Your Floor 8101 Boulevard 26 N. North Richland Hills, Texas 76180 817.788.5665 itsyourfloor.com

JR Designs Jill Hammonds Fort Worth, Texas 817.825.1731

Mann Flooring 3224 Collinsworth St. Fort Worth, Texas 76107 817.885.8368 mannfloors.com

Masters Flooring 1495 S. Main St.. Ste. 101 Keller, Texas 76248 817.431.8043 mastersflooring.com

Mr. G’s AmericaFlooring

1808 Hickory Drive Fort Worth, Texas 76117 817.834.1967 mrgfa.com

Presidio Tile

4774 Algiers St. Dallas, Texas 75207 214.939.5226 presidiotile.com

Roma Flooring 5204 Airport Freeway Fort Worth, Texas 76117 817.831.3851 romaflooring.com

Southern Painting 4455 Camp Bowie Blvd., Ste. 114-21 Fort Worth, Texas 76107 817.732.0055 southernpainting.com

Texas Designer Flooring of Fort Worth

4727 Camp Bowie Blvd. Fort Worth, Texas 76107 817.732.7600 texasdesignerflooring.com

Texas Tile House 6200 Denton Highway Watauga, Texas 76148 817.503.8453 texastilehouse.com

Tile, Marble and Granite Works 7201 W. Vickery Blvd. Fort Worth, Texas 76116 817.731.1925 tmgw.biz

Vintage Floors 1112 Norwood St. Fort Worth, Texas 76107

817.877.1564 vintagefloors.co

IRONwORkS, wINdOwS, dOORS, GlASS ANd MIRRORS

A&A Leaded Glass & Doors

7001 E Lancaster Ave., Ste. 105 Fort Worth, Texas 76112 817.496.0900 aaleadedglass.com

Aaron Ornamental Iron Works 3501 Locke Ave. Fort Worth, Texas 817.731.9281 aaronornamental.com

Ajax Glass and Mirror Co. 6200 Southwest Blvd. Fort Worth

817.732.3359 ajaxglass.net

Durango Doors of Fort Worth

4015 W. Vickery Blvd. Fort Worth, Texas 76107

817.368.5709 durangodoors.com

Fashion Glass and Mirror, LLC

585 Interstate 35 E Desoto, Texas 75115

972.223.8936 fashionglass.com

Nix Door and Hardware 921 E. Waggoman Fort Worth, Texas 76110 817.920.9221 nixdoor.com

OmniView Window and Door

9657 W. Camp Bowie Blvd. Fort Worth, Texas 76116 817.334.0707 omniview.us

Overhead Door Co. of Fort Worth 840 Southway Circle Fort Worth, Texas 76115 817.921.3641 ohdfw.com

Overhead Garage Door 1709 White Settlement Road Fort Worth, Texas 76107

817.713.5519 overheadgaragedoorllc.com/ fort-worth-location.php

Open Up Garage Doors

10500 E. Hurst Blvd. Hurst, Texas 76053

817.399.9092 openupgaragedoors.com

Rodgers Ornamental Iron Co. 2248 E. Lancaster Fort Worth, Texas 76103 817.535.2127 rodgersiron.com

Texas Custom Windows and Doors 3800 Telham Road Fort Worth, Texas 76116 817.909.0179

Unique Door Designs 2345 Pecan Court Haltom City, Texas 76117 817.831.7430 uniquedoordesigns.com

lANdSCAPING, PlANT NuRSERIES ANd IRRIGATION SySTEMS

Archie’s Gardenland 6700 Z. Boaz Place Fort Worth, Texas 76116 817.737.6614 archiesgardenland.com

Blooms Landcare 777 Main St., Ste. 600 Fort Worth, Texas 76102 817.688.5352 bloomslandcare.com

Calloway's Nursery multiple locations calloways.com

Changing Color 5923 Highland Ave. Haltom City, Texas 76117 817.759.2504 changingcolorponds.com

Five Star Landscape Co. P.O. Box 12021 Fort Worth, Texas 76110 817.233.5411 fivestarlandscapeco.com

Fort Worth Lawn Sprinkler Co. 5124 W. Vickery Blvd. Fort Worth, Texas 76107 817.924.0148 fwsprinkler.com

Fowlkes, Norman & Associates Landscape 7520 Benbrook Parkway Fort Worth, Texas 76126 817.249.8084 fnalandscape.com

Glass Renta Inc. 2521 6th Ave. Fort Worth, Texas 76116 817.926.4606

Grasseaters Inc. 7511 Kathy Lane Benbrook, Texas 76126 817.249.1070 grasseaters.com

Guardado Landscaping Inc. 3228 Alta Mere Drive Fort Worth, Texas 76116-5207 817.732.3434 guardadolandscaping.com

Home to Garden 3986 W. Vickery Blvd. Fort Worth, Texas 76107

817.377.0318 facebook.com/HometoGarden

Lonestar Landscape 955 Kennedy Lane Fort Worth, Texas 76131 817.863.5609 lonestarlandscapedfw.com

Phillips Lawn Sprinkler 2948 McPherson Road Fort Worth, Texas 76140 817.478.7383 phillipslawnsprinkler.com

Proscapes P.O. Box 822894 North Richland Hills, Texas 76182 817.337.3336 proscapes.biz

Redenta’s Garden 5111 W. Arkansas Lane Arlington, Texas 76016 817.451.2149 redentas.com

Smith Lawn and Tree P.O. Box 11493 Fort Worth, Texas 76110 817.946.2222 smithlawnandtree.com

The Plant Shed Multiple locations plant-shed.com

Tim’s Landscape and Garden Center 7319 W. Vickery Blvd. Benbrook, Texas 76116 817.732.6861 timsgardencenter.com

Whiz-Q Stone 4501 E. Loop 820 Fort Worth, Texas 76119 817.429.0822 whiz-q.com

HOME ENTERTAINMENT, SECuRITy SySTEMS ANd ElECTRONICS

Blu Glo Home Media Systems

2600 W. 7th St., Ste. 140 Fort Worth, Texas 76107 817.332.2233

2707 E. Southlake Blvd., Ste. 130 Southlake, Texas 76092 817.251.5909 bluglo.com

H. Customs

Audio Video 1213 Hudson Drive Mansfield, Texas 76063 817.300.1518 hcustoms.com

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Home Building/Renovating Resource Guide

Integration Design Group Inc.

137 Souder Drive, Ste. 200 Hurst, Texas 76053

817.769.3076 integrationdesigngroup.net

Sound Ideas Home Theater Design

2810 S.E. Loop 820 Fort Worth, Texas 76140

817.346.4500 sihometheater.com

Starpower

1431 E. Southlake Blvd. Southlake, Texas 76092

817.421.3300 star-power.com

Universal Systems

2960 Wesley Way Fort Worth, Texas 76118

817.589.9966 fortworthhometh

Indoor and outdoor LIghtIng

ARC Fan and Lighting

120 W. Bedford-Euless Road Hurst, Texas 76053

817.268.2218 arcfanandlighting.com

Creative Nightscapes

5755 Carlisle Court, Ste. 300 North Richland Hills, Texas 76180

817.581.6936 creativenightscapes.com

Fort Worth Lighting

5107 E. California Parkway Fort Worth, Texas 76119

817.534.8500 ftworthlighting.com

The House of Tuscany

3905 Camp Bowie Blvd. Fort Worth, Texas 76107

817.377.9013 houseoftuscany.com

Lee Lighting

4001 S. Collins St. Arlington, Texas 76014

817.385.6280

5501 Colleyville Blvd. Colleyville, Texas 76034

817.893.1150 leelighting.com

Majestic Outdoor Lighting

5500 Feed Mill Road, Ste. 540 Keller, Texas 76248

817.345.3696 majesticoutdoorlighting.com

Passion Lighting 1649 W. Northwest Highway Grapevine, Texas 76051

817.310.3261 passionlighting.com

Texas Lighting Etc.

3535 Fort. Worth Highway Weatherford, Texas 76087

817.341.3633 texas-lighting.com

KItchen and Bath

Bathworks of DFW

2800 Scott Ave. Fort Worth, Texas 76103 817.413.8193 bathworksofdfw.com

Chip’s Kitchens and Baths

7503 U.S. Highway 287 S. Arlington, Texas 76001 817.478.2447 chipskitchens.com

Ferguson Bath, Kitchen & Lighting Gallery

3433 W. 7th St. Fort Worth, Texas 76107

817.348.8489

512 E. Dallas Road, Ste. 100 Grapevine, Texas 76051

817.442.0446 ferguson.com/showrooms

The Kitchen Source 3116 W. Sixth St., Ste. 101 Fort Worth, Texas 76107 817.731.4299 thekitchensource.net

Morrison Appliances

1900 S. Main St., Ste. 110 Grapevine, Texas 76051

682.651.4000 morsco.com

Morrison Supply Company

5001 Bryant Irvin Road N. Fort Worth, Texas 76107 817.259.0920

Pierce Decorative Hardware and Plumbing

4030 W. Vickery Blvd. Fort Worth, Texas 76107 817.737.9090 piercehardware.com

The Water Closet 4111 Camp Bowie Blvd. Fort Worth, Texas 76107 817.332.0607 twcinteriors.com

PooLs and outdoor FurnIshIngs

American Interlock & Modular Paving & Construction 4709-D Turner Warnell Road Arlington, Texas 76001

817.561.5200 aimconstruction.net

The Backyard Store

3644 W. Pioneer Parkway Arlington, Texas 76013 817.461.9273 thebackyardstore.cc

BBQ Outfitters

2366 E. State Highway 114

Southlake, Texas 76092

817.329.1800 bbqoutfitters-southlake.com

Claffey Pools

1625 Brumlow Ave. Southlake, Texas 76092

817.488.5795 claffeypools.com

Fort Worth

Custom Pools Inc.

3332 W. 7th Street, Ste. 5 Fort Worth, Texas 76107

817.732.7665

703 FM 1187 Aledo, Texas 76008

817.441.8100 fortworthcustompools.org

Great Escapes

232 Melbourne Road Hurst, Texas 76053

817.832.8212 greatescapestx.com

Into the Garden 4600 Dexter Ave. Fort Worth, Texas 76107

817.336.4686 intothegardentexas.com

J. Caldwell Custom Pools

5744 Boat Club Road, Ste. 200 Fort Worth, Texas 76179

817.237.7665 jcaldwellcustompools.com

Hillman Outdoor Living

5820 Old Hemphill Road Fort Worth, Texas 76134

817.800.8725 hillmanoutdoorliving.com

NexCour Inc.

1114 S. Airport Circle, Ste. 130 Euless, Texas 76040

817.283.4646 nexcourt.com

ONE Specialty

2700 William D. Tate Ave., Ste. 300 Grapevine, Texas 76051

817.410.1227 onespecialty.com

Pool Quest

2428 Gravel Drive Fort Worth, Texas 76118

817.590.8108 pool-quest.com

Puryear Pools

2200 Cantrell Sansom Road Fort Worth, Texas 76131

817.306.5169 puryearpools.com

Southwest Greens

621 N. Main St., Ste. 430 Grapevine, Texas 76051

817.488.4224

dallasputtinggreen.com Texas Patios

5232 Hulen St. Fort Worth, Texas 76132

817.292.6999 texaspatios.com

Water Wizard

Custom Pools

2944 Marquita Drive Fort Worth, Texas 76116

817.989.7665 waterwizardpools

rooFIng and gutters

Loveless Modern Gutters Inc. 6816 Harmonson Road North Richland Hills, Texas 76180 817.590.2583 lovelessgutter.com

Ramon Roofing

3027 Ramona Drive, Ste. 110 Fort Worth, Texas 76116 817.924.1645 ramonroofing.com

Texas Tile Roofing 2616 Weaver St. Haltom City, Texas 76117 817.838.6100 texastileroofing.com

other trades and servIces

Air Conditioning J&S Air Inc. 7307 Business Place Arlington, Texas 76001 817.695.1840 jsair.com

Electrical Accent Electric Inc. 4814 Highway 377 S. Benbrook, Texas 76116 817.244.5802

Evergreen Electrical Contracting 1848 Lone Star Road Mansfield, Texas 76063 817.473.2553 evergreenelectrical.net

JMR Electrical Services 6809 Harmonson Road North Richland Hills, Texas 76180-8827 817.589.7105 jmrelectricalservices.com

Prewitt Electrical 3809 Parchman St., Ste. D North Richland Hills, Texas 76180 817.589.1050 prewittelectrical.com

Texas Electric 108 Kenshire Drive Fort Worth, Texas 76126 817.504.4373

Tutor Electrical Service Inc.

7300 Pecan Court Mansfield, Texas 76063 817.516.0064 tutorelectric.com

Drywall

DWR Contractors Inc.

5401 Wichita St. Fort Worth, Texas 76119 1.888.596.8476 dwrcontractors.com

Partin Drywall P.O. Box 952 Boyd, Texas 76023 817.320.7782

Home Elevators

Longhorn Elevator Co. 2229 E. Loop 820 N. Fort Worth, Texas 76118 817.238.6462 longhornelevatorcompany.com

Nationwide Lifts of Texas

305 W. Spring Creek Parkway, Building A, Ste. 101 Plano, Texas 75023 1.972.424.3070 nwlifts.com

Insulation

Franklin's Foam and Fiberglass 201 N. W. 26th St. Fort Worth, Texas 76164 817.831.1240 franklinfoam.com

Korbin Insulation 525 Industrial Blvd. Grapevine, Texas 76051 817.424.3028 korbininsulation.com

Plumbing

Amick Plumbing Inc. 4221 Sue Court. Lake Worth, Texas 76135 817.237.3320

ProServe Plumbing 11255 Camp Bowie Blvd. W. Ste. 120 Aledo, Texas 76008 817.244.0614 proserveplumbers.com

Reed Plumbing 610 North Road Kennedale, Texas 76060 817.478.5406 reedplumbinginc.com

Classic Living

A prominent lot in the elegant Montserrat development is home to Fort Worth, Texas magazine’s 2014 Dream Home.

| by Paul K. Harral |

Fourteen years ago, what is now HGC Real Estate Services built its very first building. It was a garage. Sometime this year or early next, the company will build its 200th house. And one of those houses is the 2014 Fort Worth, Texas magazine Dream Home.

The company has never built a Dream Home for the magazine, but the timing is right, says Rick Wegman, one of four partners in the company. The partners have been talking about doing one for years. HGC is a multi-faceted organization with development, building, real estate, architecture and interior design arms.

“It works well with us because the product that is the Dream Home is what we do anyway,” Giordano said.

The home is on a 16,000-square-foot lot at 4800 Estonia Court. Montserrat has more than 30 acres of parks and green space and 150-foot cliffs that overlook Mary’s Creek.

“We thought this lot would be great. It’s a fairly prominent lot as you enter Montserrat. It has good visibility,” Wegman said. So he and another partner, John Giordano, mentioned the real estate to Hal Brown, magazine owner and publisher, and the deal was struck.

“The timing really worked out perfectly where we had the right lot; it was the right time for Hal and for us to do this together,” Wegman said. HGC’s decorating affiliate will be responsible for the interior design. The company’s architecture group drew the plans. The house has 7,265 square feet under roof and 5,640 square feet under air conditioning.

Proceeds from tour ticket sales will benefit a Wish with Wings, which makes wishes come true for children with life-threatening illnesses.

The company was started by Giordano, Rob Cocanower and Karl Hahnfeld — the HGC in the title. Within a year, HGC was building homes above the $1 million level. Wegman became a partner six years ago.

2014 ForT WorTh, Texas DREam HomE

4800 estonia Court, Montserrat, Fort Worth

Benefiting a Wish with Wings

Tour Dates: sept. 24 - oct. 26

Wed.-Sat.: 11 a.m. - 6p.m.

Sun.: noon-5 p.m.

admission: $10; Free with a $20 subscription ($10 goes to the charity)

Dream Homes are different than a straight custom build because suppliers and trades come in as partners, and a builder may be working with people who are not the usual suppliers. But that process benefits the ultimate owner of the house, who gets value beyond the price tag.

“Everybody’s putting their best work forward, their best product forward because everybody is enjoying a lot of publicity from it,” Wegman said.

Builders Rick Wegman and John Giordano stand in front of the 2014 Dream Home in progress.

Aaron Ornamental Iron Works

Ajax Glass & Mirror

Bloom Landcare

DWR Contractors Inc.

Durango Doors of Fort Worth

2014 DREAM HOME PARTNERS

Ferguson Bath, Kitchen & Lighting Gallery

HGC Residential Development

Interceramic Marble Collection

Interceramic Tile & Stone

J & S Air Inc.

Loveless Gutters

New Leaf Foam

Overhead Garage Doors

Pierce Decorative Hardware and Plumbing

“It’s not really a profit motive. It is showing what you can do. I think that is why they sell often very quickly, because people can walk in and see the value. Ultimately, you couldn’t build that house for that price.”

The partners say they are constantly on the lookout for new techniques and technologies that they can employ in their houses. But they also look at the cost-benefit of those cutting-edge ideas. An example is pre-fabrication, sometimes used in the framing of houses. “What we are looking for is, ‘Is the money worth the technology?’ and right now it doesn’t offset the cost enough for us to do that,” Giordano said. “It’s still less expensive to do it the traditional way. It’s unbelievable how fast those guys are.”

But if you really want a pre-fab house, they are your guys. “It can absolutely be done. If somebody wanted to do that, we can

Prewitt Electrical ProServe Plumbing

Sweeney Lumber Co.

Texas Custom Windows and Doors

Texas Designer Flooring of Fort Worth

Texas Tile Roofing

Universal Systems

Vintage Floors

design the house, have everything pre-made and shipped in and then just put up on site,” Giordano said. Sears used to supply such kit homes in the early part of the 1900s, although on a much smaller scale than Giordano is talking about.

The willingness to do what the customer wishes is the strength of their company, Wegman and Giordano say, and they are focused on delivering the highest possible quality product at the lowest possible price and making sure that the customer is satisfied. That is a key to their success, they think.

“Now that the economy is back, everyone is a builder again,” Wegman said. “There are new signs popping up everywhere. But we were here during the downtimes, and that aspect is really what kept us going — standing behind the product and really making sure the customer was always taken care of.”

the stuff of legends

A local boy’s adventure, thanks to a Wish with Wings and the Arlington police and fire departments, becomes part of a major motion picture.

| by Paul k. harral |

hen trouble strikes, you call b atman.

WThat’s what Arlington Police and Fire did in April 2012. They even made a movie of it, little realizing that it was going to become part of a major motion picture.

The Batman they called was 7-year-old Kye Sapp, who had recently been diagnosed with leukemia. He dreamed of being in a Batman movie, and his wish became reality through a Wish with Wings, a local non-profit that grants wishes for children facing serious illness. He spent the day fighting the Joker, played by actor Michael Sylvester, and the Riddler, played by actor Cooper Wiseman. The video posted by the Arlington Police Department has drawn more than 265,000 views.

The response to Kye’s wish from Arlington Police and Fire was amazing, said a Wish with Wings Executive Director Judy Youngs.

“They put together an entire team of people to facilitate and help plan this. They wrote the script. They set it all up,” she said. Lisa Parisot of Reel Reflections Media taped the event, and Worthington National Bank provided the scene for the “robbery.”

Filmmaker Brett Culp also had a dream. He dreamed of making a movie about people who have overcome obstacles and given to their communities because of their love of Batman.

“Kye’s Batman adventure with a Wish with Wings really inspired me,” Culp said. “I loved how it expressed the spirit of Batman working in Kye’s life as he fought through treatment for leukemia. But, on a broader level, Kye’s adventure expressed the heroic spirit of your community. It was a clear demonstration that all of us have the ability to be heroes in our own lives, in our families and in our communities.”

Batman Lewis Crow and Batman Kye Sapp with a subdued Joker, played by actor Michael Sylvester, outside Worthington National Bank in Arlington.

Photo courtesy Legends of the Knight. (top right)

Filmaker Brett Culp

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Culp’s crowd-source financed Legends of the Knight is in release now and being shown in theaters around the country. Kye’s adventure and the people who made it happen are among the stories featured in the documentary.

To view the Arlington Police and Fire video of Kye Sapp’s day as Batman, go here: tinyurl.com/BatmanArlington

For more on Legends of the Knight, go here: wearebatman.com

A Wish with Wings presented the movie to an invitation-only Fort Worth premiere, April 24, at the Kimbell Art Museum Piano Pavilion. Sewell Lexus and Del Frisco’s Double Eagle Steak House underwrote the event.

Kye has completed his chemotherapy now and said the event was planned as a friend-raiser, not a fundraiser. “We really wanted to make this a celebration of his life, and the fact that he, just like Batman, has overcome his obstacles by believing that he could do it,” Youngs said.

Kye and his mother, Tina, also were at the premiere showing of Legends of the Knight in Tampa.

A Wish with Wings has served more than 1,200 children since it was founded in 1982. Parents and children apply, and the agency fulfills as many wishes as it can. “We are a local organization,” said Youngs. “We serve children here in this community as well as across the state of Texas, but primarily right here in Fort Worth and Dallas and the metropolitan area.” Many

learn of the program by word of mouth among the tightly knit families dealing with similar illnesses.

That’s how Tina Sapp heard of it. Sapp says that she’s excited that her son’s testimony is being shared widely, because that has been a major part of their lives. She was Batwoman for the Arlington wish day. “I’ve always enjoyed dressing up,” Sapp said. “My other two children also dressed up. My daughter was Batgirl, and my other son was Robin.”

But it’s not so much about being in a movie. “The message behind the movie is really what I’m hopeful for. The message is about people overcoming obstacles through the legend of Batman,” she said. “It’s the wish that keeps on giving. It is a beautiful feeling that is going to reach so many people and bring life back into places where there has been heartache and brokenness.”

As for Kye, “It was sort of fun being Batman for the day.” He liked Tampa and thought it was a good place for the initial premiere of Legends of the Knight Kye repeated for us what he also told Brett Culp when asked how Batman would react to having cancer: “He would fight.”

Just like Kye did.

Kye Sapp and adult Batman, volunteer Lewis Crow of Arlington. Photo courtesy a Wish with Wings

Investing in Education

The Keller ISD Education Foundation seeks funds from individuals and companies to provide educational opportunities beyond the tax-funded budget.

| by paul K. harral |

foundation. The district has more than 34,000 students.

“It is so important for the local businesses and the parents to know the foundation is here and exists for the sole purpose of helping our teachers and students,” Barton said. “As the state education budgets evolve each year, the only way that some of the important projects become a reality is through the foundation. We simply cannot accomplish excellence in education with state and district funds alone.”

There is never enough money in T he public school sys T ems around T he s T a T e T o accomplish all T ha T is desired — or all T ha T is possible — in T he classrooms. Education foundations in the districts that have them are stepping up to fill in the gaps.

The Keller ISD Education Foundation was established 10 years ago to raise funds from throughout the community to enhance the educational experience within the district. But the community is far wider than just Keller.

“The Keller ISD is unique from other large districts in North Texas because it encompasses nine cities — Keller, Fort Worth, Southlake, Colleyville, North Richland Hills, Watauga, Haltom City, Hurst and Westlake,” said Debbie Barton, chair of the

Funds raised go toward an endowment goal and are also distributed to Keller ISD students and faculty to enhance the district’s academic environment.

Barton says the foundation is about halfway to its goal of a $1 million endowment.

The organization’s annual gala was scheduled for April 25 at Texas Motor Speedway, both to raise money and to recognize and honor 20132014 teaching grant recipients and the Teachers of the Year from each campus and for the district.

“The teacher who makes a lasting impression on us is the one who has the true passion and love for learning and educating,” Barton said. “They go the extra mile in their classrooms to provide materials and programs that may not be covered in their campus’ budget. They find a way to make it happen for their students.”

Years later, students may rarely remember who won

the Super Bowl or who was President of the United States when they were in second grade. “But we can always name our favorite teacher,” Barton said.

“Very few of us can go back and thank that special teacher personally,” she said. “This is why the foundation exists — to support our teachers so they can make a difference in inspiring their students to be the best they can be.”

The foundation says that its goal is to enhance the quality of the district’s educational programs by funding enrichment programs and technologies that are not supported by local and state budgets and provide scholarship funds to qualifying seniors of Keller ISD.

It also awards up to five $250 grants to individual teachers from the Lisa Veitenheimer Memorial Fund. Veitenheimer served more than 20 years in the classroom and championed the foundation when she and her husband, former superintendent James Veitenheimer, moved to Keller in 2004. She died in 2009 after a brief illness.

Keller ISD Education Foundation

The foundation supports enhancement of the academic environment within the school district. P.O. 101 Keller, Texas 76244 817.744.1050 kisdfoundation.net

Shady Grove Elementary Art Teacher

Anne Kendrick celebrates winning a grant for her classroom while Keller ISD Superintendent Dr. Randy Reid looks on. Photo courtesy KISD Education Foundation

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give where You Live

What’s given in Texas stays in Texas to assist victims of leukemia through financial support and the funding of research.

| by Paul k harral |

Two factors differentiate Leukemia

t exas from other, simi L ar organizations dedicated to the fight against the cancer that attacks the b L ood.

The first is where the money is spent. “The funds that we generate stay right here in Texas,” said Chief Executive Officer Mandy O’Neill, one of only two staff members of the North Texas-based organization. “We often ask people to give where they live. The funds that they give to support research really are helping those individuals and medical institutions in their own backyard.”

The second is a unique focus on research in which funding is directed in part not to established research scientists but to emerging ones through the Young Investigator Awards program. That’s at the suggestion from physicians and others associated with the organization.

“Young investigators in the medical field who are starting their careers need the funds to push them into the research that they are doing more so than others,” said O’Neill. “Some may agree, and some may not,” she says, but Leukemia Texas listens to its advisers. “They are the experts,” O’Neill said. “They are the ones who can give us the best feedback on how best to disperse those funds.”

Leukemia Texas seeks no government funding and raises money primarily through annual special events, including the BeatLeukemia Ball and the LeukemiaTexas Golf Classic. The ball is being held in Fort Worth this year for the first time, May 3, at the Omni Fort Worth Hotel. Mayor Betsy Price and Tom Price are the honorary chairs, and Dr. and Mrs. W. Paul Bowman are event chairs. Bowman is chair of the pediatrics department at the Texas College of Osteopathic Medicine.

The cause is personal to O’Neill, who has a picture on her desk of a childhood friend who died of leukemia when O’Neill was 10 years old.

O’Neill notes that the organization is not just focused on children. “We serve more adults than children,” she said. “[Leukemia] doesn’t discriminate on age, race or gender.”

In addition to funding research, Leukemia Texas helps families

of leukemia patients with financial and other support. “In 2013, we received more than $340,000 in patient aid requests, and that’s expected to increase in 2014,” O’Neill said. “We receive requests daily, so we are working constantly to raise that money. You raise as much money as you can and hope not to turn anybody down. There’s such a great need.”

Hospital costs are one issue, but there is a lot of unexpected expense associated with treatment. Board member Jay Long knows about that. He had been on the board just six months when son Jayson was diagnosed at age 12. He turned 19 in April and is in remission.

There are expenses most people don’t even know to think about. Long’s wife, Tammy, missed 92 days of work during the initial treatment, and Jayson’s weight switched so dramatically that they had to have five different sizes of clothing.

Chemotherapy leaves patients with damaged immune systems, and even minor infections and illnesses are potentially very dangerous, so food cannot be allowed to age in the refrigerator and has to be constantly replenished. And then there were the heating and cooling bills. “We had to keep the air conditioner much colder in the summer than is normal. We had to keep the house much warmer in the winter. If he got a cold, he was in the hospital with a potentially devastating situation,” Long said.

The Longs are grateful that Leukemia Texas was there to help with the unexpected expense and even more grateful for the personal support. “They treated us like we were family,” Long said. “It’s really good to have a friend.”

Jayson Long, diagnosed with leukemia at 12, speaks at the BeatLeukemia Ball shortly after he began treatment. Father Jay Long looks on. Photo courtesy Leukemia Texas

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What Makes a Home

It’s the personal items you bring along that make a house a home.

| by Heywood | illustration by Charles Marsh |

JuST HAd THe kidS OveR FOR eASTeR AgAin THiS yeAR And, as usual, there was the same old murmuring and head shaking when they came through the door. I really don’t know why. It’s not that difficult helping me take down a Christmas tree.

And they always want me to move. I’ve resisted, but this year I just might take a look around. For good reason. It might be the right time to buy.

According to the Metrostudy report, new home construction is at its highest level in years. The reason is because the high volume of home sales reduced the inventory of new and existing homes to record lows in 2013. This year could be even stronger.

Now although interest rates have eeked up a tiny bit, they are still unbelievably low, especially from the perspective of those of us who were active in real estate in the early ’80s. In October of 1981, 30-year fixed mortgage rates were at...Are you ready?...18.45 percent. But you know what? We didn’t care, because times were starting to get good. For those who can’t recall, it was the era before reality shows, press 1 for English and rehab. Real estate values were soaring, so everybody was happy. That’s why bankruptcy and divorce attorneys made less money than a poet. Of course the savings and loan crisis changed all that in 1985.

Now although we had another “minor” housing crisis back in 2008, I really think that those who have a hankering to build or remodel a home should give it a go. That’s why I’m glad the editors decided to include a home resource guide in this month’s issue. It includes everything

you need from architects and contractors to floors and doors. And that’s all well and good, but it’s the personal items you bring that really make a house a home. Mom’s 20-year-old bathrobe, sis’s Barbie dolls, junior’s poster of LeBron and Dad’s old DVD collection. (The ones nobody knows about.)

With that in mind, I’ve done a little digging, and I found some actual additional items that a family may want to consider bringing along to make their home distinctive.

1) The Taser MP3 Music Player

This item is perfect for Mom when she’s ready to relax by herself during a hectic weekend. She can pop on the headphones and listen to some Kenny Chesney or Air Supply. If Dad happens to pop in feeling a

little randy, she can zap him with 50,000 volts. Don’t worry, he should regain consciousness right after Lost in Love has finished playing. Dad will have no memory of what he wanted and get right back to mowing the lawn.

2) The FM Radio Toaster Dad will be partial to this item because it’s something he would probably pick out in Skymall magazine after his fifth drink. Should easily fit in any closet or crawlspace.

3) Stairlift Now I realize a mechanical chairlift is a pretty expensive item, but hey, it’s a long trip to the attic. Why should Gramps have to set up base camp halfway up the stairs?

4) Self-Help Book Rack Although Mom has hundreds of self-help books, this rack only holds one. Think about it. If self-help books really worked, that’s all she’d need.

5) The iPhone Bacon Odor Alarm Clock The folks at Apple have come up with a device that wakes the entire family by emitting the smell of sizzling bacon. But if bacon is not their thing, there are other odors available, including unsavory ones like “1-day-old underwear” and “Beaumont.”

I hope this information is helpful. Well, I can smell by the old clock on the wall it’s nap time again. Back to the attic.

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Extraordinary personalities shaping Fort Worth

Ralph and Chanel, Therapy Dogs at Cook Children’s

At two yeArs old, timmy wilson wAs diAgnosed with Acute lymphocytic leukemiA (All), a fast-growing cancer of a type of white blood cells called lymphocytes. He celebrated his fourth birthday in March at Cook Children’s Medical Center in Fort Worth, where he has lived for the last two months. His upcoming bone marrow transplant will keep him in the hospital for about three more months.

In February, Timmy was getting bored, fussy, tired of being poked with needles, wouldn’t get out of bed and just wanted to go home. Then along came a golden retriever named Ralph — one of two therapy dogs in Cook Children’s new Sit…Stay…PLAY! Program.

On this day, Timmy, wearing his purple cat-and-dog-print gown, and Ralph (Timmy calls him Ralphie) walk down to the kitchen to get a bowl of ice — one of Ralphie’s favorite treats. Ralphie sits beside Timmy on the bed and drools as he eats the ice. Timmy thinks it’s the funniest thing ever.

“Timmy’s always been the most loveable and outgoing kid,” said his dad, Jason Wilson. “But the longer he stayed in the hospital, the more he changed. When they brought Ralph in, he perked right up. Every stuffed animal he gets, he names Ralphie. We got him a new Yorkie-Maltese-mix puppy for his birthday. He hasn’t seen him yet, but, of course, he named him Ralphie. The first thing he asks every morning is, ‘Will Ralphie come today?’”

Cook Children’s has had visiting dogs for the last 20 years, but they only came once a week or once a month and never truly built relationships with the children or became a part of their treatment. Having dogs come five days a week is an important part of this program. There are only a handful of hospitals across the country that have programs like this. Cook Children’s patterned its after Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta, which has seven dogs on staff.

“Their five-year-old program has been very successful, and that’s who we look at in terms of how their

ralph

model works,” said Jill Koss, Cook Children’s director of Family Support Services.

“Just in the few months that our dogs have been here, it’s been pretty amazing. What’s nice is we have backup handlers for our dogs. That allows the dogs to go not only with just one person, which allows for a wider variety of patients they can visit.”

Ralph’s real name is Ralph Lauren. His sister, Coco Chanel (known as Chanel), is also on the medical center’s staff. Both dogs began their training at 7 weeks old at Canine Assistants in Milton, Ga.

• Golden Retriever

• Birthday: March 23, 2012, Milton, Ga.

A certified service dog can work as a guide dog, alert dog, service dog or therapy dog. At Cook Children’s, Ralph’s expertise is used mainly for therapeutic purposes. Chanel works primarily with one of the anesthesiologists, but she splits her time with one of the Child Life specialists.

• Favorite Song: Who Let the Dogs Out?

• Favorite Actor: Rin Tin Tin

• Favorite Foods: Peanut butter, ice chips, MilkBone treats

• Favorite Activities: Belly rubs, carrying my own leash, being blown dry after my bath

• Fun Fact: I can wink on command.

chanel

• Golden Retriever

• Birthday: March 23, 2012, Milton, Ga.

• Favorite movie: Lady and the Tramp

• Favorite superhero: Underdog

• Favorite Activities: Playing fetch and playing in the snow

• Fun Facts: I’m a princess, and I love to sniff shoes.

Like people, the dogs have different personalities, says Kizzy Marco, a Child Life specialist and Ralph’s primary handler. He also lives with her.

“Ralph is a clown,” she said. “He struts around and wants everyone to notice him. Chanel is more reserved.”

Marco says that Timmy is Ralph’s closest patient relationship. “On our first visit, because Timmy was so sick, I didn’t know if Ralph would be really worried about him, if it would be too emotional for him, because Ralph is aware and picks up on all emotions. We didn’t want to overwork him," Marco said. "But there was an instant bond. Anyone who has dogs can attest to how important that relationship is, but when watching a dog in a clinical setting where there’s a lot of stress and a lot of sickness, nobody can argue about the importance of the gifts they give.”

| by gail Bennison | photography by Alex lepe |

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The Scene Top Docs

Physicians who were voted Top Doctors 2014 by their peers and featured in the April issue of Fort Worth, Texas magazine were honored at a reception at the Fort Worth Club. USMD Hospital was the presenting sponsor.

Who WaS Seen (1) Dan & Maria Fawcett, Lydia Aquino (2) Vaune Raskopf, Stuart Aronson (3) Lori Boldock, Barbara Atkinson (4) Jay & Moha Yepuri (5) David & Shannon Burgess, Rush Vonn (6) Steve & Jenny Davis

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Love the people watching at Colonial.

Luchi Rusek

It’s a big deal in Fort Worth. One of the best social events of the year.

Hiram Solis

The absolute best place to watch golf and socialize.

Kathryn Whitaker

Colonial is so lovely and manicured, a perfect course with smiling faces everywhere!

Michael Ford

Always a great time.

Pam Weatherford

You know it’s officially spring when Colonial comes.

Mike Munnelly

Colonial is a class act.

Paul Hegwer

Number 13 is a Colonial experience all in itself. A great place to watch golf and join in the shennegans.

The Scene

Old Bags Luncheon

Old Bags Luncheon was held at Shady Oaks Country Club. The event started with a silent auction of new and slightly used designer and vintage handbags. Guests also enjoyed a conversation with Karen Katz, president and CEO of Neiman Marcus Group. Katz was interviewed by Elaine Agather, marketing director, JP Morgan Private Bank. Proceeds benefit the National Cowgirl Museum and Hall of Fame Education Program.

Photos by Danielle Webster

Who WaS Seen (1) Donna Arp Weitzman, Joline Wharton (2) Sherri Patton, Cami Goff (3) Karen Katz, Elaine Agather, Kit Moncrief (4) Tara Yarbrough, Sherry Chamberlin, Dicki Lavine (5) Patti Peterson, Priscilla Martin

The Scene

Puttin' on the Pink

Close to 1,000 guests attended the 21st anniversary of Puttin' on the Pink luncheon at the Fort Worth Convention Center. Guests enjoyed a car raffle donated by Sewell Lexus Fort Worth and Sewell Infiniti Fort Worth, a fabulous fashion show by Neiman Marcus, a silent auction and a delicious luncheon. Diane Ayres and Amy Yudiski were co-chairs. Proceeds provide mobile health outreach to underserved women in Fort Worth and surrounding communities. Photos by James Verheyen

Who WaS Seen (1) Ryan & Jessica Pipkin (2) Jackson Marshall, Deanna Cahill, Ashley Lacamp, Andrew Whitthorne (3) Cynthia & Robert Sturns

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It was tough talking to Dad about hospice. He was in pain and his doctor suggested VITAS. But we didn’t know much about hospice and were afraid to turn Dad’s care over to people who don’t know him.

I finally called. VITAS took the time to get to know Dad. And they gave us choices. Now, because Dad feels more comfortable, we’re making the most of our time together. Our only regret—we didn’t call VITAS sooner.

The Scene Design Inspirations

The 21st annual Design Inspirations fundraiser was held at Ridglea Country Club. Guests got a sneak peek at all the fabulous tables decorated by local designers and businesses. A scrumptious buffet was served. The event is put on by the Fort Worth alumnae of Pi Phi and Kappa Kappa Gamma and benefits Gill Children’s and Communities in Schools. Photos by Danielle Webster

Who WaS Seen (1) Carrol Dunaway, Christy Smith, Shannon King (2) Kendall Kostohryz, Amy Fierke, Lissa Harrison (3) Donna Thomason, Ann Florsheim, Claire Florsheim (4) Lynn Dunlap, Gail Dyess, Diane McMillen

The Scene Salvation Army

The Salvation Army 2014 Doing the Most Good luncheon was held at the Omni Hotel. Beth Holloway, mother of Natalie Holloway and host of Vanished With Beth Holloway, was the featured speaker. Photos by Danielle Webster

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Firefly: Ideal Option for Kidney Surgery

Q: Why would someone require kidney surgery?

a : t he most common reason someone would require kidney surgery is to remove a kidney tumor, specifically kidney cancer. Problems with drainage of the kidney (known as UPJ obstruction) and certain kidney stone issues can also require robotic kidney surgery.

Q: Why should patients consider robot-assisted versus traditional open kidney surgery?

a : Robot-assisted surgery is minimally invasive, which allows the surgery to be performed with less pain, less scarring, less blood loss, smaller incisions and more accuracy. With the robotic imaging technology, we are able to magnify the area we are viewing on the kidney, create a 3-D view of the area where we are operating and use smaller instruments. All of these factors enable us to do the surgery more precisely and safely. Patients can expect a quicker recovery, with most spending only one night in the hospital.

Q: What is “firefly” technology?

the surgeon to see blood flow within certain areas of the body after injecting a safe imaging dye into the patient. Using a special fluorescent camera, we can view the dye as it flows through organs. This allows us to better visualize structures and

delineate normal versus abnormal kidney tissue.

Q: How does firefly technology benefit patients undergoing kidney surgery?

that we have a good margin of incision around the cancer and take out only what needs to be removed.

Q: Why do you prefer doing surgery at USMD Hospital at Arlington?

a : We have extensive experience performing robotic surgery dating back more than ten years. We were the first hospital regionally to offer many of the now commonly used robotic procedures. Our experience with robotic surgery far exceeds that of any other center in this region. For complex robotic kidney surgery, we have extensive experience compared to hospitals nationwide. With the vast experience of the surgeons and staff, patients undergoing robotic procedures at USMD Hospital at Arlington can expect to receive world-class care in a convenient location.

a : Firefly is a fluorescent imaging technology incorporated into the robotic system that allows

a : By using firefly technology, we can differentiate the kidney tumor from the surrounding normal tissue. Firefly allows us to remove the tumor more precisely without injuring normal kidney tissue surrounding it; it helps us ensure

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USMD Cancer Center

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Treating Prostate Cancer Robotically

Q: Is prostate cancer that prevalent?

a : Yes, it’s very prevalent in the Unites States, and it’s more prevalent the older you get. The most common age group diagnosed is in the 60- to 70-year-old range. About one in four men gets diagnosed with prostate cancer, but many men who have it never know it.

Q: Why is a PSA screening so important in prostate cancer diagnosis?

a : The PSA screening is the starting point in finding cancer. The screening allows your physician to determine if you are in a risk category and then to see if further evaluation is needed and, then, if you have prostate cancer.

Q: Is surgery always the best option for men with prostate cancer?

a : No, it is an option but there are many options. When a man is diagnosed with prostate cancer, all options typically are discussed, but there is more than one way to treat it. Observation or active surveillance is one way. Then there are other treatment options that include radiation, cryotherapy and surgery. When surgery is chosen as a treatment option, a minimally invasive way of treating prostate cancer is with the da Vinci robot.

Q: Why should a man diagnosed with prostate cancer consider a robot-assisted prostatectomy?

a : Surgery provides the highest cure rate. And when surgery is chosen, robotic-assisted pros-

tatectomy is the most minimally invasive way of performing it. Because the robot uses small, keyhole-size incisions, you have significantly less

blood loss and significantly less pain, and recovery time is faster.

Q: Why do you do all your surgeries at USMD Hospital at Arlington?

a : USMD Hospital was the first hospital in the Dallas-Fort Worth area to perform a robotic prostatectomy. And since that time, nearly 9,000 robotic surgeries have been performed at USMD, making it one of the highest-volume robotic surgical hospitals in the United States. Every one at USMD Hospital — including the nurses, the physicians, the surgeons, the anesthesiologists and the entire OR staff — is intimately educated on robotic surgery and patient recovery. So patients who have surgery at USMD Hospital find themselves with the best of surgical care and typically have very good outcomes.

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USMD Cancer Center

801 W. Interstate 20, Ste. 1 Arlington, TX 76017

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Robotics an Optimal Choice for Bladder Cancer

Q: How prevalent is bladder cancer in the U.S.?

a : t his year, the national Cancer institute estimates 74,690 new cases and 15,580 deaths. Major risk factors are smoking, being male (4-to-1 prevalence) and certain environmental exposures, including petroleum products and industrial chemicals.

Q: What are bladder cancer symptoms and signs, and how is it diagnosed?

a : The No. 1 symptom is hematuria (blood in the urine). The blood can be microscopic, so it can only be found by your doctor viewing your urine under a microscope, but it may also be visible to you when you urinate. Another risk factor is change in voiding, including frequency and urgency. Bladder cancer is diagnosed by a urologist looking in your bladder with a scope and investigat-

ing these symptoms. It is important to diagnose and treat as soon as symptoms occur to prevent development of metastatic disease (i.e., spread throughout the body).

Q: What are my bladder cancer treatment options, and what are the expected benefits of each?

a : The majority of tumors (80 percent) are superficial, growing on the surface of the bladder interior and not invading the bladder muscles. These tumors can be removed completely with a scope, requiring no incisions.

About 20 percent of bladder cancers do invade the bladder and require bladder removal to control the cancer from local progression to invasion of adjacent organs or metastatic disease. Metastatic disease is treatable with chemotherapy, but not curable; only localized bladder cancer is curable. Curative treatment options for non-metastatic muscle-invasive bladder cancer are chemo -

therapy, followed by bladder removal, which has traditionally been a five-hour surgery requiring a 15-cm incision. At USMD, we do this operation and also offer a robotic approach to decrease blood loss and recovery time. After the bladder is removed, reconstruction is necessary and several options are available.

Q: Why do you prefer to operate at USMD Hospital at Arlington?

a : USMD Arlington was amongst the first team in the world to perform robotic surgery, beginning in 2003. The team’s combined experience far exceeds that of any other hospitals in the region. Because USMD has a high volume of robotic surgeries, the robotic team has developed an expertise that you simply can’t find at other hospitals.

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USMD Cancer Center

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Advantages of Robotic Colon Surgery

Q: Why would I need to see a colorectal surgeon?

a : You would need to see a colorectal surgeon if you are having problems with your lower intestinal tract (i.e., constipation, rectal bleeding,

one who has extra training and more experience from an operative standpoint. Any surgery that needs to take place on the colon or hemorrhoid area should be done by a colorectal surgeon.

abdominal pain) or if you already have a diagnosis that leads you to surgery, such as cancer. A colorectal surgeon only does surgery on the colon, rectum or anus, so you’re getting some-

Q: What are some preventive measures I can take to keep my digestive tract healthy?

a : Eat your fiber, drink more water and take probiotics, which are good bacteria that help promote good intestinal health.

Q: What types of colon and rectal problems are treated robotically?

a : I use robotic surgery to treat colon and rectum cancer, rectal prolapse, benign colon polyps and diverticulitis (an infection of the colon associated with diverticuli, which are small pockets off the side of the colon found in about half the population over the age of 50).

Q: Why is the robot being used for colon and rectal problems?

a : From a surgical standpoint, the instrumentation is easy to use; the less the surgeon struggles, the better the patient does. Also, with a robotic colon re-section, the patient typically goes home within two days. For “open,” traditional surgery, it’s a seven-day event. So it really is a big difference.

Q: What are the advantages of having surgery at USMD Hospital?

a : First of all, USMD Hospital is very proactive with the robot and has the latest model. Also, the nurses are awesome; they take very good care of the patients — from the checkin to the checkout — and treat them like kings and queens. My patients feel like they’re in a hotel when they’re there; i’ve never heard a single complaint.

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USMD Arlington South Colon Rectal Clinic 811 W. Interstate 20, Ste. 114 Arlington, TX 76017 mcnt.com

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One Hospital, Full Spectrum for Prostate Patients

Q: Does prostate cancer have symptoms men should be aware of?

a : Unfortunately, there are very few symptoms. r oughly 30,000 men die of prostate cancer every year, but if we catch it early enough, we can treat it.

Q: How can a man know if he’s at risk for prostate cancer?

a : The No. 1 risk factor is age. One out of 14 men in their 60s is diagnosed with the disease.

However, even in men in their 40s and 50s, there’s roughly a 1 in 40 chance of being diagnosed with prostate cancer. Other risk factors besides age include race, family history, place of residence and diet. African-American men and men with a significant family history top the high-risk list.

Q: Is having a PSA screening annually after the age of 50 really that important?

a : Yes, a PSA (prostate-specific antigen) screening is the best way to determine if a patient is at risk of developing prostate cancer. It is important for men to know their PSA number so that we can evaluate their risk for developing prostate cancer and know how closely we need to follow them. As a rule of thumb, patients with a PSA below 1.0 can be followed at longer intervals than patients with a PSA above 1.0.

Q: With so much effort having been put into raising awareness about prostate cancer, have prostate cancer rates declined?

a : Yes, they have declined over the last 25 years. One reason is that we can now detect it early through PSA screening. Remember, early detection routinely equals a better chance for cure.

Q: What makes the USMD Prostate Cancer Center different from other cancer centers?

a : At USMD, we have a comprehensive program encompassing the entire spectrum of the disease all under one roof. We also have one of the largest robotic surgery programs in the country, one of the largest cryosurgery programs in the country and one of the busiest prostate cancer radiation centers in the Southwest. We also have a comprehensive active surveillance program where we follow select patients with advanced diagnostic techniques.

Rich Bevan-Thomas, MD

USMD Cancer Center

801 W. Interstate 20, Ste.

USMD’s ‘Unique’ Care a Perk for Prostate Patients

Q: What role does a medical oncologist play in the treatment of prostate cancer?

a : typically, medical oncologists are not involved in prostate cancer care until the disease has spread, or metastasized. What is great about the

USMD Prostate Cancer Center is that men remain in the same practice whether they see a urologist, radiation oncologist or medical oncologist. More importantly, men can see any of these specialists at any time during the course of their disease.

Q: Are there any new advances in the medical treatment of metastatic prostate cancer?

a : our current treatment armamentarium includes immunotherapy, hormonal therapy, chemotherapy and radio-isotope therapy. Many of the newer treatments are much better tolerated than traditional chemotherapy, and some can be taken orally at home. In addition to overall survival benefit, all of them have been demonstrated to improve a man’s quality of life. We also have two available supportive therapies to help prevent bone fractures. More importantly, there are many promising agents on the horizon including vaccine and targeted therapy.

Q: Are there any complementary treatment services for prostate cancer?

a : The USMD Center for Integrative Services offers various support services including therapeutic massage, acupuncture, meditation and yoga. These support modalities complement the recommended medical therapy and help combat and mitigate potential treatment and disease-related side effects such as fatigue, nausea and pain. Many of our participants have experienced decreased anxiety and stress levels and improved quality of life. In addi-

tion, i encourage all of our men to remain physically active and to eat a well-balanced diet. I have so far refrained from recommending that my patients take any specific herbal or vitamin supplementation, except for calcium/vitamin D, as we do not have any clear data to support their benefit.

Q: What makes the USMD Oncology Program stand out from others?

a : A very unique part of prostate cancer care at USMD is our multidisciplinary approach. The Prostate Cancer Center houses urology, radiation and medical oncology. We have seven urology subspecialists who only treat prostate, bladder and kidney cancer. Communication between the different specialties is fast and seamless. In fact, the USMD oncology program is the only regional program of its type in Texas.

C.K. Wang, MD

USMD Cancer Center, Medical Oncology

801 W. Interstate 20, Ste. 132 Arlington, TX 76017

usmdpcc.com

888.444.USMD

Treatment Options Abound for Sjogren’s Syndrome

Q: What is Sjogren’s syndrome and how common is the condition?

a : Sjogren’s syndrome is an inflammatory disease that can affect any part of the body, but most commonly the tear and salivary glands. Several million American adults may have Sjogren’s syndrome. It’s 10 times more common in women than in men. Primary Sjogren’s syndrome occurs by itself. Secondary Sjogren’s syndrome occurs in individuals with another rheumatologic disease, most commonly rheumatoid arthritis.

Q: What causes Sjogren’s syndrome?

a : The exact cause is unknown. It is an autoimmune disease, meaning the immune system, which is usually protective against infections, starts reacting to the body’s own tissues. In Sjogren’s syndrome, tear and salivary glands become inflamed and damaged. Genetic factors

may place certain individuals at a higher risk of developing Sjogren’s syndrome.

Q: What are the signs and symptoms of Sjogren’s syndrome and how is it diagnosed?

a : the most common symptoms are dry eyes and dry mouth. Fatigue, skin rashes, salivary gland swelling, and joint pain or arthritis are also common. In severe cases, inflammation may occur in internal organs, such as kidneys, liver, lungs or nervous system. Rarely, lymphoma may develop. Diagnosis is based on symptoms, physical exam, blood tests, and sometimes biopsies or other special testing. It’s important to rule out other causes for symptoms, as dry eyes and dry mouth frequently occur due to medications or other medical conditions.

Q: How is Sjogren’s syndrome treated?

a : treatment is targeted to the symptoms of each individual patient. In milder cases, using

over-the-counter eye drops, drinking water and chewing sugar-free gum may be sufficient to control symptoms. Sometimes prescription medications are necessary to reduce eye dryness and stimulate salivary flow. Other medications, including immunosuppressive agents, are indicated for more severe disease.

Q: What advice do you give your patients who are living with the condition?

a : Many treatment options are available for Sjogren’s syndrome. Proper dental hygiene and routine dental care are necessary to reduce dental disease due to dryness. Ophthalmologic care is essential to prevent and treat eye infections or corneal damage. Rheumatologic care is important to monitor for and treat more severe disease manifestations, including internal organ involvement.

Melanie Barron, DO USMD Fort Worth Clinic 909 9th Ave., Ste. 300 Fort Worth, TX 76104 mcnt.com

888.444.USMD

Diagnosing and Treating Rheumatoid Arthritis

Q: What is rheumatoid arthritis and how common is the condition?

a : Rheumatoid arthritis is a systemic inflammatory disease that causes joint damage and can lead to joint deformities and loss of function. It

affects approximately 1 percent of the population. It can occur at any age but most often affects people in their early 30s to 60s. It is two times more common in women.

Q: What causes rheumatoid arthritis?

a : r heumatoid arthritis is an autoimmune disease in which the immune system starts to attack the body itself. An unknown trigger initiates an immune response and this creates inflammation, which primarily affects the joints. Since the disease is systemic, it can also affect the eyes, skin, lungs and nerves. When inflammation is high, patients experience increased fatigue, stiffness and, occasionally, fever.

Q: How is rheumatoid arthritis diagnosed and what are its signs and symptoms?

a : Rheumatoid arthritis is diagnosed by a combination of symptoms and the presence of joint swelling and tenderness. The pattern of joint involvement provides clues as to the type of arthritis present. Tests and X-rays are used to confirm the diagnosis, monitor disease activity and help guide treatment. Symptoms are related to the underlying inflammation and include fatigue, prolonged stiffness and joint pain.

Q: As a rheumatologist, how do you work with patients to treat rheumatoid arthritis?

a : r heumatologists complete additional years of training to learn how to manage rheumatic conditions, including rheumatoid arthritis. After

a diagnosis is made, treatment steps include medications to control inflammation and thereby reduce symptoms and prevent joint damage, which can lead to loss of function. Many different medications are available to manage rheumatoid arthritis. As a rheumatologist, I work closely with each patient to find the best regimen, with the goal of putting arthritis into remission.

Q: Are there things patients can do to help manage or lessen symptoms of rheumatoid arthritis?

a : Patients are encouraged to pace activity, get sufficient rest, eat a healthy diet and exercise, as tolerated. Smoking can aggravate rheumatoid arthritis, so tobacco use should be avoided. It’s also important that patients take medications as prescribed and keep good communication with their physician.

Emily Isaacs, MD

USMD Fort Worth Clinic

909 9th Ave., Ste. 300 Fort Worth, TX 76104 mcnt.com

888.444.USMD

Things to do in May

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Manet’s Berthe Morisot with a Bouquet of Violets will be on display at the Kimbell Art Museum through Jan. 25, 2015. The exhibit, Faces of Impressionism: Portraits from the Musée d'Orsay, explores the character and development of the portrait in French painting and sculpture from the late 1850s until the first years of the 20th century.

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Send calendar information to Fort Worth, Texas : The City’s Magazine, c/o Jennifer Casseday-Blair, executive editor, 6777 Camp Bowie Blvd., Ste. 130, Fort Worth, Texas 76116, or e-mail ideas to jcasseday@fwtexas.com. Special consideration will be given to submissions that include photographs. To meet publishing deadlines, information must be received two months prior to monthly magazine issue.

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David Bates, Through May 11

In a first-ever joint collaboration, the Modern Art Museum of Fort Worth and the Nasher Sculpture Center, Dallas, present the work of artist David Bates. The exhibition is a retrospective of Bates’ work installed in both locations, with an emphasis on painting in Fort Worth and sculpture and works on paper in Dallas. $0–$10. The Modern Art Museum of Fort Worth. 3200 Darnell St. themodern.org. 817.738.9215.

The Wizard of Oz, Through May 11

This interactive fantasy-adventure takes children and families over the rainbow to continue the celebration of the film’s 70th anniversary milestone. Travel from the humble Gale farm in Kansas to the multihued Land of Oz, where you can explore Munchinkland, the Crossroads, the Witch’s Castle, and Emerald City with Dorothy and her friends. $0–$14. Fort Worth Museum of Science and History. 1600 Gendy St. fwmuseum.org. 817.255.9300.

Art and Appetite: American Art, Culture and Cuisine, Through May 18

This mouthwatering assemblage of 60 paintings explores the art and culture of food, investigating the many meanings and interpretations of dining in America. Free. Amon Carter Museum of American Art. 3501 Camp Bowie Blvd. cartermuseum.org. 817.738.1933.

FOCUS: Rirkrit Tiravanija, Through June 1

Conceptual artist Rirkrit Tiravanija is often recognized for his role in “relational aesthetics,” a movement in art in which social interaction is key and the artist is a catalyst for social exchanges. In addition to his performances, the artist has created wall drawings, sculptures, installations and text-based works that often relate to his social initiatives. The Modern Art Museum of Fort Worth. 3200 Darnell St. themodern.org. 817.738.9215.

June Wayne: The Tamarind Decade, Through July 6

June Wayne (1918–2011) was an accomplished and diverse artist who worked in a variety of media, including painting, tapestry design and film. However, she is best known as a skilled printmaker and founder of the influential Tamarind Lithography Workshop (1960–70).

Free. Amon Carter Museum of American Art. 3501 Camp Bowie Blvd. cartermuseum.org. 817.738.1933.

Indiana Jones and the Adventure of Archeology, Through Aug. 10

This action-packed interactive exhibit uses the Indiana Jones film series and its costumes,

models and more as both a starting point and a backdrop for an exciting and entertaining introduction to the real science of field archaeology. Showcasing items from four different collections, Indiana Jones and the Adventure of Archaeology is far more than a static display of movie props. Museum-goers learn how archaeology has changed from the mid-20th century, when Indy’s adventures took place, until the present day. $9–$21. Fort Worth Museum of Science and History. 1600 Gendy St. fwmuseum.org. 817.255.9300.

Samurai: Armor from the Ann and Gabriel Barbier-Mueller Collection, Through Aug. 17

Travel back in time and discover the life, culture and pageantry of the revered and feared Japanese samurai warriors through more than 100 remarkable objects from one of the best and largest collections in the world. $0–$18. Kimbell Art Museum. 3333 Camp Bowie Blvd. kimbellart. org. 817.332.8451.

Underground: Photographs by Kathy Sherman Suder, Through Aug. 17

Local photographer Kathy Sherman Suder gained international acclaim in 2004 for her color close-ups of men boxing. Now she returns with an intimate nod to urban transit. The culmination of more than six years of photographing people riding the subways of London, New York, and Tokyo, the exhibit features 12 oversized works. Free. Amon Carter Museum of American Art. 3501 Camp Bowie Blvd. cartermuseum.org. 817.738.1933.

New York in the 1980s: Urban Theater, Through Jan. 4, 2015

Representing a cool irony, reflections on media culture, consumerism, cartoons and street art, the featured works here recreate the tense energy of a grittier 1980s New York. More than 25,000 square feet of exhibition space is devoted to the exhibition, presenting iconic works that capture the mood, energy, and critical themes that distinguished the art of the ’80s in one of the world’s greatest urban centers. The Modern Art Museum of Fort Worth. 3200 Darnell St. themodern.org. 817.738.9215.

Faces of Impressionism: Portraits from the Musée d’Orsay, Through Jan. 25, 2015 Jointly organized by the Musée D’Orsay in Paris and the Kimbell in Fort Worth, this exhibit explores the character and development of the portrait in French painting and sculpture from the late 1850s until the first years of the 20th century. The major figures of Impressionist portraiture — Caillebotte, Cézanne, Degas,

Monet and Renoir — will be represented in depth. Among the approximately 70 masterworks on loan will be Cézanne’s Portrait of Gustave Geffroy and Woman with a Coffee Pot; Degas’s Self-Portrait with Evariste de Valernes and L’Absinthe; and Renoir’s Portrait of Claude Monet and Yvonne and Christine Lerolle at the Piano. $0–$18. Kimbell Art Museum. 3333 Camp Bowie Blvd. kimbellart.org. 817.332.8451.

Benito Huerta: Axis Mundi v.2, Through Feb. 1, 2015

Local artist Benito Huerta strives to expand the boundaries of art by creating works that are symbolic, interactive and relevant to viewers. Having completed many public art commissions, including designs for Terminal D at D/ FW International Airport and the MexicanAmerican Cultural Center in Austin, and serving as professor and director/curator for the Gallery at University of Texas at Arlington since 1997, Huerta knows what it means to make artworks that are physically and psychologically integral to the community. Free. Amon Carter Museum of American Art. 3501 Camp Bowie Blvd. cartermuseum.org. 817.738.1933.

In the Moment at the Modern: A Program for People with Memory Loss, Fourth Wednesdays

Designed for people with memory loss and their caregivers, the monthly program enables participants to experience works of art at the Modern through intimate conversations with docents and thoughtful projects designed by the museum’s education staff. 10 a.m. and 2 p.m., with space for up 20 participants at both times. Free. Includes admission to the galleries and all materials. The Modern Art Museum of Fort Worth. 3200 Darnell St. themodern.org. 817.738.9215.

Leonard’s Department Store Museum

Visitors can view displays featuring hundreds of vintage items from the iconic downtown retail giant. 10 a.m.–6 p.m. Monday–Saturday. Free. Fort Worth Screen Printing Building. 200 Carroll St. 817.336.9111. fwscreen.com.

Texas Civil War Museum

Featuring 15,000 square feet of exhibits, this is the largest Civil War museum west of the Mississippi River. The museum consists of three separate galleries that display a Civil War collection, Victorian dress collection and United Daughters of the Confederacy Texas Confederate collection. Along with the exhibits, the museum includes a 75-seat movie theater that hosts a commissioned movie, “Our Homes Our Rights – Texas in the Civil War.” Tuesday–Saturday,

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9 a.m.–5 p.m. $0–$6. 760 Jim Wright Freeway North. 817.246.2323. texascivilwarmuseum.com.

Galleries

J.T. Grant, May 3–June 7

J.T. Grant may look unflinchingly at the dark side, but he doesn’t present it darkly. He mines the depths of the unconscious and portrays its workings with classical realism, giving ritual form to basic psychological states. Also a soughtafter speaker as well as a skilled artist, Grant has conducted a series of lectures for the Modern Art Museum and has also lectured and taught painting and drawing at the Kimbell Museum and Texas Christian University. Free. William Campbell Contemporary Art. 4935 Byers Ave. williamcampbellcontemporaryart.com. 817.737.9566.

Michelle Brandley, May 9–June 17

Michelle Brandley’s work deals with issues of body image and false self-perception, employing imagery to draw comparisons between ideas of perfection and reality. Artspace111. 111 Hampton St. artspace111.com. 817.692.3228.

Sibling Revelry: The Blaggs, Through May 3

Works from the talented foursome — Daniel, Dennis, Doug and Woodrow — are on display.

(For the full scoop on the brothers Blagg, check out the feature in our April issue.) Artspace111. 111 Hampton St. artspace111.com. 817.692.3228. Gallery Reception at the Fort Worth Community Arts Center, First Fridays Monthly reception for art exhibits opening at the Fort Worth Community Arts Center. 6–9 p.m. Free and open to the public. 1300 Gendy St. fwcac.org. 817.298.3021.

Films

Sunset Cinema: “Vertigo,” May 29

Pack a picnic dinner, grab some friends and gather on the Amon Carter Museum of American Art lawn to watch Alfred Hitchcock’s famous thriller “Vertigo”(1958; PG). Come early and enjoy a tour of the museum before the film. Reservations are not required. 6–10 p.m. Lawn opens at 6 p.m., tours from 7–7:45 p.m., film starts at 8:30 p.m. Lawn chairs, blankets and coolers are welcome (lawn only). No glass bottles, alcohol or pets. 3501 Camp Bowie Blvd. cartermuseum.org. 817.989.5030.

ArthouseFW, Through May 24

Presented by the Lone Star Film Society, in partnership with the Modern Art Museum and Kimbell Art museum of Fort Worth, ArthouseFW presents a full year of carefully curated film programming that includes everything from the most avant garde to the most popular. It includes celebrated classics, highly anticipated new releases, films for children and families, and educational opportunities. Tickets: $5 and $7. Check the website for locations, times, titles and additional info. Kimbell Art Museum. 3333 Camp Bowie Blvd. Modern Art Museum. 3200 Darnell St. lonestarfilmsociety. com

Family Film Series, Second Saturdays Stop by the Central Library for a family-friendly flick on the second Saturday of every month. Check website for details on titles and descriptions. 1 p.m. Free. Fort Worth Central Library. Youth Center Discovery Theatre. 500 W. 3rd St. fortworthlibrary.org. 817.392.7745.

Films at the Modern

The Modern Art Museum of Fort Worth offers a variety of events and programs on films. Check the website for details on titles, times, tickets and descriptions. 3200 Darnell St. themodern. org/films.html. 817.738.9215.

First Sunday Film Club

This series showcases the Fort Worth Library’s large and vibrant media collection. 2 p.m. Free. Fort Worth Central Library, Tandy Hall. 500 W. 3rd St. fortworthlibrary.org. 817.392.7323.

Magnolia at the Modern

Magnolia at the Modern is an ongoing series featuring critically acclaimed films shown weekly on Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays. Check the website for titles and times, as well as for info on other film-related happenings. Tickets: $6–$9. Modern Art Museum of Fort Worth. 3200 Darnell St. themodern.org. 817.738.9215.

Omni Theater and Noble Planetarium Check the museum website for times and dates.

fwmuseum.org/calendar. Fort Worth Museum of Science and History. 1600 Gendy St. fwmuseum.org. 817.255.9300.

music

Cliburn at the Bass: Barry Douglas, May 13

Since snagging the bronze at the Seventh Cliburn Competition in 1985 and a gold medal win at the International Tchaikovsky Competition the following year, Barry Douglas has established a major international career as a concert pianist, conductor and recording artist. 7:30 p.m. Tickets: $20–$90. Presented by Cliburn Concerts. Bass Performance Hall. 4th and Calhoun streets. basshall.com. 817.212.4280.

UNT One O’Clock Lab Band, May 16

Catch the multi-Grammy-nominated One O’Clock Lab Band in its final performance before it heads to the studio to record “Lab 2014.” You’ll be one of the first to get an up-close sneak preview of the cutting-edge music that will be captured on the band’s latest CD. 8 p.m. Tickets: $30. Performing Arts Fort Worth. McDavid Studio. 301 E. 5th St. basshall.com. 817.212.4280.

Pixar in Concert, May 16–18

From the “Toy Story” trilogy to “UP!” to “The Incredibles,” Pixar films have left an indelible mark on a generation of movies and moviegoers alike. For the first time ever at Bass Performance Hall, the Fort Worth Symphony Orchestra presents Pixar in Concert, conducted by Andres Franco and featuring scores from many of these famous flicks. 7:30 p.m. Friday and Saturday, 2 p.m. Sunday. Tickets: $27–$79. Presented by Fort Worth Symphony Orchestra. Bass Performance Hall. 4th and Calhoun streets. basshall.com. 817.665.6000.

Spank! The Fifty Shades Parody, May 21–24

See the hilarious new musical that brings all the naughty fun of the best-selling book to life. Contains adult content; for mature audiences. Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday, 7:30 p.m.; Saturday, 3 p.m. Tickets: $49.50 and $60.50. Performing Arts Fort Worth. McDavid Studio. 301 E. 5th St. basshall.com. 817.212.4280. Symphonie Fantastique, May 23–25

Fort Worth Symphony Orchestra composer-inresidence Donnacha Dennehy’s composition

“The Vandal” opens the final concert of the season, followed by two works featuring Norwegian trumpet soloist Tine Thing Helseth: Haydn’s “Trumpet Concerto,” designed to feature the low registers of the keyed trumpet, and Armenian composer Alexander Arutiunian’s “Trumpet Concerto,” full of soulful gypsy melodies and virtuoso technique. Friday and Saturday, 7:30 p.m.; 2 p.m. Sunday. Tickets: $11–$80. Presented by Fort Worth Symphony Orchestra. Bass Performance Hall. 4th and Calhoun streets. basshall.com. 817.665.6000.

Dave Millsap with Joe Corpening, May 30

For three decades, Fort Worth native Dave Millsap has played an integral role in the city’s

shades of silly You’re in for 50 shades of silly at “Spank!” the hilarious new spoof on the blush-inducing book. Photo courtesy of Jen Scott.

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blues-rock scene, helping shape it, define it and sharpen it. Millsap’s music pays homage to traditional blues — with a modern bent that’s all his own. 8 p.m. Tickets: $20. Performing Arts Fort Worth. McDavid Studio. 301 E. 5th St. basshall.com. 817.212.4280.

The Fort Worth Opera Festival, Through May 11

The 2014 Fort Worth Opera Festival will feature “The Pearl Fishers,” “With Blood, With Ink,” “Cosi fan Tutte,” “Forte” (one-night concert) and “Silent Night.” For dates/times, venue and ticket info, contact the Fort Worth Opera. fwopera.org. 877.FWOPERA.

Cowboy Music and Family Fun, Every Sunday

Round up the herd and join in for a Westernstyle music concert on the steps of the historic Livestock Exchange Building in the Fort Worth Stockyards. 2 p.m. Free. Historic Livestock Exchange Building. 131 E. Exchange Ave. cowtownopry.org. 817.521.4969.

Free Music at Coyote Drive-In, Every Weekend

Featuring different bands every weekend of the month. Call the ticket office or check the website for specifics. 6:30–8:30 p.m. Coyote Drive-In. 223 N.E. 4th St. 817.717.7767. coyotedrive-in. com.

Billy Bob’s Texas Fort Worth Stockyards. 2520 Rodeo Plaza. billybobstexas.com. 817.624.7117. (Ticket

prices general admission/reserved.) Friday and Saturday concerts at 10:30 p.m. unless noted otherwise.

May 1: Josh Grider CD Release. Tickets: $10.

May 2: Chris Knight. Tickets: $12/$18.

May 3: Corey Smith. Tickets: $12/$20.

May 8: Crooks. Tickets: $10.

May 10: Terri Clark. $12/$18.

May 15: Two Tons of Steel. Tickets: $10.

May 16: Cory Morrow. Tickets: $12/$16. May 17: Mark Chesnutt. Tickets: $12/$20.

May 23: Parmalee. Tickets: $12/$16.

May 24: The Cadillac Three. Tickets: $10/$15.

May 29: Jason Eady and Adam Hood. Tickets: Call box office.

May 30: Jerrod Niemann. Tickets: $15/$18.

May 31: 2nd Annual Burning Bubba Festival. Tickets: $15 advance/$25 day of show.

Live Oak Music Hall & Lounge

1311 Lipscomb St. theliveoak.com. 817.926.0968

June 12: Cancer Care Benefit Concert Featuring Susan Gibson. 8 p.m. Tickets: $20. Verizon Theatre

1001 Performance Place. Grand Prairie. verizontheatre.com. 972.854.5050.

May 3: Mike Epps. 8 p.m. Tickets: $39.75–$65.75.

May 17: Foreigner, Styx and Don Felder. 7 p.m. Tickets: $17.50–$87.50.

May 23: Black Label Society. 7:30 p.m. Tickets: $29.50–$35.

SportS

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May 2: @ Angels, 9:05 p.m.

May 3: @ Angels, 8:05 p.m.

May 4: @ Angels, 2:35 p.m.

May 5: @ Rockies, 7:40 p.m.

May 6: @ Rockies, 7:40 p.m.

May 7: @ Rockies, 7:05 p.m.

May 8: @ Rockies, 7:05 p.m.

May 9: vs. Red Sox, 7:05 p.m.

May 10: vs. Red Sox, 7:05 p.m.

May 11: vs. Red Sox, 2:05 p.m.

May 12: @ Astros, 7:10 p.m.

May 13: @ Astros, 7:10 p.m.

May 14: @ Astros, 7:10 p.m.

May 16: vs. Blue Jays, 7:05 p.m.

May 17: vs. Blue Jays, 7:05 p.m.

May 18: vs. Blue Jays, 2:05 p.m.

May 20: vs. Mariners, 7:05 p.m.

May 21: vs. Mariners, 1:05 p.m.

May 22: @ Tigers, 12:08 p.m.

May 23: @ Tigers, 6:08 p.m.

May 24: @ Tigers, 3:08 p.m.

May 25: @ Tigers, 12:08 p.m.

May 26: @ Twins, 1:10 p.m.

May 27: @ Twins, 7:10 p.m.

May 28: @ Twins, 7:10 p.m.

May 29: @ Twins, 12:10 p.m.

May 30: @ Nationals, 6:05 p.m.

May 31: @ Nationals, 11:05 a.m.

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Baseball

May 2: vs. Kansas State, 6:30 p.m.

May 3: vs. Kansas State, 4 p.m.

May 4: vs. Kansas State, 1 p.m.

May 9: vs. Oklahoma, 6:30 p.m.

May 10: vs. Oklahoma, 3:30 p.m.

May 11: vs. Oklahoma, 1 p.m.

May 13: vs. UTA, 11:30 a.m.

May 15: @ Baylor, 6:35 p.m.

May 16: @ Baylor, 6:35 p.m.

May 17: @ Baylor, 3:05 p.m.

May 21–25: Big 12 Conference Tournament, TBA.

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Baseball

May 2: @ Arkansas-Little Rock, 6 p.m.

May 3: @ Arkansas-Little Rock, 4 p.m.

May 4: @ Arkansas-Little Rock, 1 p.m.

May 9: vs. Western Kentucky, 6:30 p.m.

May 10: vs. Western Kentucky, 2 p.m.

May 11: vs. Western Kentucky, 1 p.m.

May 13: @ TCU, 6:30 p.m.

May 15: vs. Texas State, 6:30 p.m.

May 16: vs. Texas State, 6:30 p.m.

May 17: vs. Texas State, 2 p.m.

May 20: Sun Belt Conference Tournament, TBA.

Stage and theater

The Other Place, May 1–24

Juliana Smithton is an intelligent and successful

piano Master The 1985 Cliburn bronze medalist, conductor and recording artist Barry Douglas shows off his piano-playing prowess at the Bass May 13.

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neurologist whose life is coming apart. Her husband filed for divorce, her daughter eloped with a much older man and her own health is uncertain. In this brilliantly crafted script, nothing is as it seems. Piece by piece, a mystery unfolds as fact blurs with fiction, past collides with present, and the elusive truth finally surfaces. By Sharr White. (Adult language.) 3 p.m., 7:30 p.m. and 8 p.m. Tickets: $20–$35. Circle Theatre. 230 W. 4th St. circletheatre.com. 817.877.3040.

Ma Rainey’s Black Bottom, May 9–June 8

Set in a Chicago recording studio in 1927, a group of musicians anxiously awaits the arrival of legendary blues singer Ma Rainey, known for her music and her attitude. What transpires is a fiery battle of will and identity as soulful and soul stirring as blues itself. From Pulitzer Prize and Tony Award-winning playwright August Wilson. 3 p.m. and 8 p.m. Tickets: $18 and $25. Jubilee Theatre. 506 Main St. jubileetheatre.org. 817.338.4411.

Swan Lake, May 30–June 1

The classic ballet tells the story of Odette, who is turned into a swan by the evil Von Rothbart. Despite her new physical form, Odette falls deeply in love with Prince Siegfried. At the royal ball, Prince Siegfried is fooled by Von Rothbart into believing the sorcerer’s daughter, Odile, is his love Odette. He unknowingly professes his love for Odile, leaving Odette sick with heartbreak. The Fort Worth Symphony Orchestra will provide the musical accompaniment. Presented by Texas Ballet Theater. 1 p.m., 8 p.m. and 7 p.m. Tickets: $15–$126. Bass Performance Hall. 4th and Calhoun streets. texasballetorg. 817.763.0207.

Always Patsy Cline, May 30–June 8

Based on the true story of Patsy’s friendship with her most devoted fan, Louise Seger, this show chronicles the friendship that began when the two met at the Esquire Ballroom outside Houston. Over a pot of strong coffee, this unlikely pair of women became best friends and kept in touch until Patsy’s untimely death. Suitable for most audiences. Contact the box office for times and ticket prices. Casa Mañana Theatre. 3101 W. Lancaster Ave. casamanana. org. 817.332.2272

Cat on a Hot Tin Roof, Through May 4

An adaptation of Tennessee Williams’ Pulitzer Prize-winning story of Brick and his wife Maggie, who are celebrating the 65th birthday of Brick’s father, Big Daddy Pollitt. Big Daddy is bothered by the rocky relationship between his beloved son Brick, an aging football hero who has taken up drinking, and his beautiful and feisty wife Maggie. As the hot summer evening unfolds, the veneer of Southern Gentility slips away as unpleasant truths emerge. 8 p.m. Tickets: 866.811.4111. Fort Worth Community Arts Center, Sanders Theatre. 1300 Gendy St. stolenshakespeareguild.org. 817.988.2058.

Hunting and Gathering, Through May 4

A lightning-quick comedy by Brooke Berman, this play follows four 20- and 30-somethings as they move in and out of each other’s lives and

apartments and search for the true meaning of home. Tickets: $18–$33. Amphibian Stage. Productions. Berlene T. & Jarrell R. Milburn Theatre. 120 S. Main Street. amphibianproductions.org. 817.923.3012.

Orlando, Through May 4

In a journey that defies time and the laws of nature, a strapping young English nobleman falls asleep, and upon waking, finds that he is now a she. One of Virginia Woolf’s most acclaimed novels, the story of Orlando is a fantastical free-fall into the mysteries of love, knowledge, identity and not only what it means to live in the present moment, but imagining who we may become in the next. 7:30 p.m. Thursdays, 8 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays, 3 p.m. Sundays. Tickets: $28 Thursdays and Sundays, $32 Fridays and Saturdays. Stage West Theatre. 823 W. Vickery Blvd. stagewest.org. 817.STG. WEST.

Peter Pan, Through May 11

Fly off to Neverland with Peter Pan, Wendy and Tinkerbell and join the Lost Boys in a magical, musical adventure as they battle against the evil Captain Hook and his band of pirates. Suitable for all ages. Tickets: $10–$34. Casa Mañana Theatre. 3101 W. Lancaster Ave. casamanana. org. 817.332.2272.

Comedy

Arlington Improv and Restaurant, Ongoing

Different standup comedians perform weekly. 309 Curtis Mathes Way, Ste. 147. improv.com. 817.635.5555.

Four Day Weekend, Fridays and Saturdays

This popular Fort Worth-based improvisational comedy troupe performs skits and songs based on audience suggestions. 18 and up, $20. 312 Houston St. fourdayweekend.com. 817.226.4329.

Hyena’s Comedy Night Club, Ongoing Various performances each week in downtown Fort Worth, ranging from local to national stars. 425 Commerce St. hyenascomedynightclub. com. 817.877.5233.

other AttrACtions And events

Mayfest, May 1–4

Fort Worth’s beloved Trinity Park bash is back for its 42nd year. Trinity Park. For times, tickets, schedules, special events and more, check the website: mayfest.org.

Prairie Day at BRIT, May 3

The Log Cabin Village is taking log cabin living to the Botanical Research Institute of Texas. They’ll have toys, games, demonstrations and the chance to make your own prairie flor de papel (paper flower) to take home. Botanical Research Institute of Texas. 1700 University Drive. logcabinvillage.org. 817.392.5881.

Garden Thyme, May 8

Come learn about a variety of gardening and nature topics in this brand-new monthly series hosted by resident gardening guru, master composter and master naturalist Pat. Topics will vary by month but may include anything

from herbs to bluebirds. March’s topic: hot vs. cold compost. Come dressed to get dirty! No reservations required. 10 a.m.—noon. Cost is regular Village admission. Log Cabin Village. 2100 Log Cabin Village Lane. logcabinvillage. org. 817.392.5881.

Frontier Forts in the Stockyards, May 9 and 10

During this free, two-day heritage event, the Log Cabin Village will help transform the Stockyards into an authentic representation of Texas frontier life, with interpreters on hand to help tell the tales. Stockyards National Historic District. 130 E. Exchange Ave. logcabinvillage. org. 817.392.5881.

Lennox Woods – The Ancient Forest, Through May 8

This is a multiyear project by artist Deborah Paris to explore and record the pristine beauty and magnificence of the Lennox Woods Preserve in Northeast Texas, one of the most pristine old growth forests in the state. Underwritten and sponsored by Galerie Kornye West, the project will encompass 50-plus works of art including paintings, drawings, etchings and dry points to be exhibited in multiple venues in 2014 and beyond. A film documenting the project has been commissioned and will be shown at the exhibitions, and a blog will chronicle the course of the project, recording what happens in the woods, in the studio and elsewhere in connection with this unique, multidisciplinary project. Monday–Friday, 10 a.m.–5 p.m.; 10 a.m.–2 p.m., First Saturday of the month. Free. Botanical Research Institute of Texas. 1700 University Drive. brit.org. 817.332.4441.

Martin House Brewery Tour, Saturdays

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Admission includes a souvenir pint glass, guided brewery tour and three complimentary pints. $10. 2–5 p.m. Martin House Brewery. 220 S. Sylvania Ave., Ste. 209. 817.222.0177.

revolver Brewery tour, Saturdays

Great beer, fresh country air, picnic tables, a band, barbecue or fajitas, corn bag toss and an informative tour of the brewery. Noon–3 p.m. Admission is $10 and includes a Revolver Brewing pint glass. Food vendors will be on site. Revolver Brewery. 5650 Matlock Road, Granbury. revolverbrewing.com. 817.736.8034.

150 Years of Fort worth Satellite exhibit, ongoing

The exhibit traces the city’s development, from its beginning as a frontier outpost, through its rowdy youth as a cattle town, to present day. Created by the Fort Worth Museum of Science and History, in cooperation with City Center Development Co. Open daily from 9 a.m.–8 p.m. Free. Historic Fire Station No. 1. Second and Commerce streets. fwmuseum.org. 817.871.7686.

Brit First Saturday, ongoing

Free family fun and activities on the first Saturday of the month, including a farmers market that features a variety of fresh, seasonal produce sourced from local gardens based around Fort Worth. 10 a.m.–2 p.m. Botanical Research Institute of Texas. 1700 University Drive. brit. org/firstsaturday. 817.332.4441.

Brit tours, ongoing

Lace up your sneakers and learn about Botanical Research Institute of Texas’ history, present and future, research programs, herbarium, libraries, educational programs and its sustainable building. Thursdays 1:30 p.m., first Saturday of the month 10:30 a.m. Free. Botanical Research Institute of Texas. 1700 University Drive. brit. org. 817.332.4441.

Cattle Baron Mansions, ongoing Tour the Ball-Eddleman-McFarland House and Thistle Hill mansion and stand where the famous cattle barons stood when livestock was king and ranching ruled the Southwest. Wed.–Fri., hourly, 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Sun., hourly, 1 p.m.–3 p.m. Tickets: $15/adults, $7.50/children 12 and under. Ball-Eddleman-McFarland House, 1110 Penn St. Historic Fort Worth. historicfortworth.org. 817.332.5875.

Fort worth Botanic Garden, ongoing A peaceful haven nestled in the heart of Fort

Worth’s Cultural District, the Garden is home to more than 2,500 species of native and exotic plants that flourish in its 23 specialty gardens. Open daily from dawn until dusk. Free. Admission fees apply to Conservatory and Japanese Gardens. 3220 Botanic Garden Blvd. fwbg.org. 817.871.7686.

Fort worth Herd Cattle drive, ongoing

The world’s only twice daily cattle drive. Historic Fort Worth Stockyards on East Exchange Avenue in front of the Fort Worth Livestock Exchange Building. 11:30 a.m. and 4 p.m.

Fort worth nature Center and refuge, ongoing

The 3,621-acre refuge is one of the largest cityowned nature centers in the United States with more than 20 miles of hiking trails. The center provides a variety of regular and special programs. Check website for details. Refuge: Open daily from 8 a.m.–5 p.m. Hardwicke Interpretive Center: 9 a.m.–4:30 p.m. daily. Admission: $2–$5. 9601 Fossil Ridge Road. fwnaturecenter. org. 817.392.7410.

Fort worth water Gardens, ongoing

Designed by famed architect Philip Johnson, the 5-acre downtown park features a peaceful oasis of fountains and pools. 10 a.m.–10 p.m. daily. 1502 Commerce St. Free. 817.871.5700.

Fort worth Zoo, ongoing

The oldest zoo in Texas, the Fort Worth Zoo was founded in 1909 and has grown into a nationally ranked facility, housing nearly 7,000 native and exotic animals. Open daily at 10 a.m. Tickets: adults (13+), $12; children (3–12), $9 (2 and under free); seniors (65+), $9. Wednesdays: half-price. 1989 Colonial Parkway. fortworthzoo.org. 817.759.7555.

Friday on the Green, May 9, June 13, July 11, Sept. 12, oct. 10, nov. 14

Celebrating its sixth season, the Southside’s free monthly concert series offers live tunes and yummy tasties from nearby eateries. Bring your pals, blankets, chairs and pets for and get ready to picnic and party Southside style. 7–10 p.m. Magnolia Green Park, 1201 Lipscomb St. fortworthsouth.org.

Granbury Ghosts and Legends tour, Fridays and Saturdays

Hour-long walking excursion around Granbury’s historic downtown square guided by actors dressed in Civil War-era attire. 7 p.m. and 9:15 p.m. $7–$10. 116 W. Bridge St. granburytours.com. 817.559.0849.

Hiking: Horseshoe trail at Grapevine Lake, ongoing

The first portion of the hike (approximately 1.5 miles) consists of an old paved park road now open only to foot and bike traffic. Several dirt loop path options are available along the

paved path that offer short side trips down to the water’s edge. Sunday–Saturday 6 a.m.–9 p.m. Free. West Northwest Highway and South Main Street. Horseshoe Trail is located on the west side of Oak Grove Park at Grapevine Lake. 817.410.3000.

Log Cabin Village, ongoing

Step back in time to the 1800s at Log Cabin Village, a living history museum devoted to the preservation of Texas’ pioneer heritage. Tue.–Fri. 9 a.m.–4 p.m., Sat. and Sun. 1–5 p.m. Tickets: $4–$5. Log Cabin Village. 2100 Log Cabin Village Lane. logcabinvillage.org. 817.392.5881.

rahr & Sons Brewery tour, ongoing

There is a $10 tour admission fee for anyone over 18, but a tour of the brewery and a Rahr & Sons pint glass that holds up to three free beer samples are yours for no additional charge. Wednesdays, 5–7:30 p.m., and Saturdays, 1–3 p.m. Rahr Brewery. 701 Galveston Ave. rahrbrewing.com. 817.810.9266.

river Legacy Living Science Center, ongoing

The 12,000-square-foot nature center offers interactive exhibits, terrariums, aquariums, nature trails and Saturday events. 9 a.m.–5 p.m. Monday–Saturday. 703 N.W. Green Oaks Blvd., Arlington. Free. riverlegacy.org. 817.860.6752.

Southside urban Market, ongoing

Their mission is to foster relations among a diverse group of people, promote local artisans, encourage eco-friendly food production and promote healthy living. Saturdays 9 a.m.–1 p.m. Southside Fort Worth on the corner of South Main and East Daggett. southsideurbanmarket.com.

Stockyards Championship rodeo, ongoing

Full-on rodeo action Friday and Saturday night, year-round at the historic Cowtown Coliseum. 121 E. Exchange Ave. 8 p.m. Tickets: $15–$20. Stockyards walking tours, Saturdays

Wrangler Walking Tour: Historical facts, culture and stories of the Stockyards. 10 a.m., 12 p.m., 2 p.m., 4 p.m. Tickets: $6–$8. Available in Spanish, French, German, Japanese and English. Stockyards Station, 130 E. Exchange Ave. stockyardsstation.com.

Vintage railroad: trinity river run, thursdays–Sundays

Hit the rails in an authentic Victorian-style coach between Grapevine and the Fort Worth Stockyards. From the Fort Worth location, visitors can ride on a trip to the Trinity River and back, enjoying beautiful scenery and the 19th-century ambience of a steam locomotive. 3:15–4:15 p.m. $6–$10. Grapevine Vintage Railroad – Fort Worth. 140 E. Exchange Ave. grapevinetexasusa.com. 817.410.3123.

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110 Del Frisco's Grille / 114 Review: Taverna

The Veal Meatloaf at Del Frisco's Grille ain't your mama's meatloaf. An ample serving of tender meatloaf is stacked atop scratch-made mashed potatoes and then finished off with a flavorful wild mushroom bordelaise.

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Sundance Square is buzzing now more than ever. Del Frisco’s Grille nabbed a coveted corner section of the revitalized pedestrian hub, with all its windows facing onto the action.

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The Del Frisco’s F ranchise has become the swanky steakhouse o F the posh, with locations dotted all over the map from Las Vegas to New York. Many feature classic warm wood tones and turn-of-thecentury charm like ornate ironwork and windmill palms, making you feel like they may have been planted there for generations.

The newest addition to the line-up is the Del Frisco’s Grille concept. These 12 locations, including the one in Sundance Square, all sport a decidedly modern design. The

Fort Worth restaurant is a double-decker structure perched with a view of the fountains and giant umbrellas, offering lighter lunch and brunch options in addition to sumptuous steaks.

We sampled the oddly enticing Cheesesteak Eggrolls ($10.50) served with spicy honey mustard sauce and a sweet-andsour drizzle. They were the perfect taster for four, with two crispy eggrolls sliced on the diagonal and oozing with mild cheesesteak filling. The Buffalo Style Grit Cakes ($10) were also a hit. Three large discs were nestled into a bed of traditional, flaming orange buffalo sauce. The added tang of blue cheese inside the Grit Cakes was a nice touch.

One of my companions tried the Veal Meatloaf ($19.50). An ample serving of tender meatloaf was stacked atop scratchmade mashed potatoes and then finished off with a flavorful wild mushroom bordelaise. Another took the Lamb Burger ($16.50) out for a spin. Peppery arugula

The atmosphere at Del Frisco's Grille is modern and elegant. (Below) Prime 16-ounce Ribeye is served with loaded potato gratin.

leaves and fire-roasted tomatoes gave flavor to an otherwise mild burger. It was lean, with no pronounced lamb flavor, but he said it was “a little bunny” — the meat being overwhelmed by the bun.

The Sole Francese ($29) sounded great with a chive lemon butter sauce and lump crabmeat, but it was lackluster. The plating was pale with the only color coming from a simple arugula and cherry tomato side salad and a charred lemon for garnish. The sole was well cooked, but not even a spoon of fresh lump crabmeat resting on top of it could bring this dish to life. It was just not worth the price tag.

The bar is lined with mustard yellow leather chairs, all facing the windows. Wood grains wrap the bar and are noticeable throughout. The lighting is a mixture of modern hanging bulbs and cages illuminating the space. Gleaming

Cheesesteak Eggrolls are a great starter and are served with spicy honey mustard sauce and a sweet-and-sour drizzle.

glass and stainless steel wine vaults are enticing and make you want to peruse the wine list. Leather chairs and banquettes ground the space.

location: 154 E. 3rd St. Fort Worth, 76102

for info call: 817.887.9900

price range: $$-$$$

hours: Mon.-Sun., 11a.m.4p.m.; Mon.-Sat., 4p.m.11p.m.; Sun., 4p.m.-10p.m.; Brunch, Sat.-Sun., 11a.m.3p.m.

what we like: As to be expected, Del Frisco's Grille serves up perfect steaks. The location can't be beat. what we don't: The Sole Francese dish was a bit lackluster.

our recommendation: We highly recommend anything on the menu. Don't skip dessert. The Lemon Doberge Cake is to die for.

On the steak front...as one would expect, Del Frisco’s Grille always hits its mark. A Prime 16-ounce Ribeye ($39.50) showed up crusty and charred all around. It arrived medium temperature, precisely as ordered. I would have preferred a simple sea saltrubbed baked potato to the loaded potato gratin with which it was served. It was a deep, ring-cut slice of po-

tato gratin casserole with all the fixings. Back to the steak...everyone agreed it was the star of the evening!

One slice of Lemon Doberge Cake ($10.50) with four forks was all the dessert any of us needed. The six-layer lemon luxury was filled with lemon curd in between layers and creamy butter cream frosting.

While the menu has high-dollar listings just like the original Del Frisco’s, the Grille also welcomes you to sit casually at the bar with a few friends and an appetizer or drop in for brunch and a mimosa. Serving as both a focal point and an anchor to the sparkling Sundance Plaza, it is sure to be a crowd favorite for many years to come.

primo risotteria

Taverna continues dishing up its rustic ambiance and a charmingly authentic Italian menu year after year.

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Tlocation: 450 Throckmorton St. Fort Worth, 76102 for info call: 817.885.7502 price range: $$ hours: Mon. - Thu. 11:00a.m. - 10p.m.; Fri. & Sat.11a.m.-11p.m.; Sun., 10a.m.-10p.m.

what we like: Taverna offers true risottos that are spot on. The Fiocchi al Gorgonzola e Pera is wonderful.

averna is good at many things, but they specialize in both risotto and pizza. In fact, the woodstone, copper-covered pizza oven is one of the first things you see when you enter. The Taverna Foccacia ($11) makes a lovely appetizer to share. It is a huge portion that looks like a delicious, fresh salad atop a pizza crust. The crispy crust is spread with caramelized onions, fresh peppery arugula leaves, salty thin slices of pancetta and long shavings of fresh Parmesan. Spice it up with a drizzle of house-made red pepper infused olive oil, if you like.

what we don't: The interior space is expansive, and it can get so loud at times that you can't hear your dinner companion. our recommendation: Try the Risotto con Capesante.

While many Italian restaurants may offer one or two “risottos” on their menu, where would you go for the best risotto in town? The answer is that Fort Worth only has one true risotteria. Google it!

Unlike most of the risotto you may have been subjected to, it was never intended to be a mushy rice dish. Risotto takes time and constant attention to get it right, incorporating liquid and other ingredients a

little at a time to achieve the right consistency. Taverna takes their risotto seriously and uses carnaroli rice in their recipes, which remains toothsome to the end.

I think you could close your eyes and point to any of the risotto dishes on the menu, and you would be happy. I went with the Risotto con Capesante ($19.50) on a recent Saturday night visit. Two large diver scallops top the dish, seared beautifully in brown butter. This one has an interesting lemon confit, offering a more pungent and preserved lemon rind flavoring. Not too bright, but also not too overpowering.

Fiocchi al Gorgonzola e Pera ($15.50) is wonderful. Freshly made pasta purses are filled with gorgonzola and pear. The pasta is then tossed with candied walnuts, arugula and a lighter-than-expected Dolce Latte cream sauce.

The interior is enchanting with a mirrored back wall, which expands the space. Reflecting tiled ceilings painted a burgundy tone and creamy yellow walls complete the ambiance.

Taverna is one of the few places in town where you can get quality risotto. The restaurant uses carnaroli rice in their recipes, which remains toothsome to the end.

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Frozen Sweet Treats

As North Texas becomes an oven on broil, I start to crave frozen sweets. With places like Pop N Cream and Melt Ice Creams opening and the selfserve frozen yogurt hangouts that sprinkle Fort Worth, as well as the reopening of Paciugo and TCBY, we have a creamy sea of options. Here are a few of my favorite places to cool off.

by Jocelyn Tatum

After a semester in Rome, Italy, I quickly fell for gelato. So you can imagine when Paciugo opened in Fort Worth, my heart fluttered with excitement (and too much sugar). The beauty here is simplicity in their complex flavors. You’re not over stimulated with toppings, just choices and pairings of flavors like rose or violet, Texas Pecan, Caramelized Bacon, and Caramel Sea Salt. My favorite is consistently pistachio because it’s rich, sweet and nutty with a hint of salt.

Unlike ice cream, there is no butter or cream in Paciugo’s recipes—just milk. This makes each scoop only 50 calories per serving and 70 percent less fat than regular ice cream. What’s not to like?

After an intense cardio workout, I crave something sweet but don’t want to negate my hard work. This is when I head to one of my favorite fro-yo stops, TCBY. The original frozen yogurt shop underwent a huge makeover in 2011. Fort Worth was sad when they closed their doors, but when they reopened, it became a trendy self-serve option for the health conscious and not-so-healthy consumers alike. They now offer gluten, soy and dairy-free options with Silk almond milk for those with food allergies. Their tangy sorbets, which go great with the mochi rice balls, are soy and dairy-free as well.

TCBY also introduced Super Fro-Yo, which means it is 120 calories or less, must have at least three grams of fiber, seven types of live and active cultures, Vitamin A and D, calcium and at least four grams of protein. Their honey Greek frozen yogurt has all of that and four times the protein. I checked around with other frozen yogurt shops in Fort Worth, and while they have sorbet as well, I didn’t find one that offers vanilla or chocolate soy and dairy-free.

My only problem with frozen yogurt is I sometimes get too creative and end up having to pay for some gross combination that should have never happened. I should just stick with my unhealthy favorite: vanilla and chocolate swirl with a mound of cookie dough and Oreos.

As far as ice cream goes, Braum’s is my oldest friend. Sometimes when I don’t have time to get out of the car, there is nothing

better than a Braum’s brownie topped with vanilla ice cream and warm chocolate fudge. You can’t beat the price either. And another great place to drive through is Curly’s Frozen Custard. I stop there for their “Dieter’s Delight,” which is low-fat vanilla frozen custard with caramel, pretzels and almond slivers.

But my new friend Pop N Cream makes me happy too. The smell knocks you clear into Candyland when you walk in the door. They have 24 Bluebell flavors and more than 350 types of candy. If you’re like me and love sweet and salty, pick from one of their 80 popcorn flavors to pair with your frozen treat. My picks: Birthday Cake ice cream, which is sprinkles, chocolate icing, fudge and cake blended into a multicolored vanilla ice cream dream, and a mini bag of butter-flavored popcorn.

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Babe’s Chicken Dinner House 230 N. Center St., 817.801.0300. Lunch Hours 11am-2pm Mon.Fri.; Dinner Hours 5pm-9pm Mon.-Fri; All Day 11am-9pm Sat. and Sun. $

BlackFinn Restaurant & Saloon 4001 Bagpiper Way, Ste. 101, 817.468.3332. 11am-2am daily. $-$$

Bj’s Restaurant And Brewhouse 201 Interstate 20 E., 817.465.5225. 11am-midnight Mon.-Wed.; 11am-1am Thu-Fri.; 10am-midnight Sat-Sun. $-$$

Buttermilk Café 337 Pipeline Road, 817.285.9340. 6:30am-8pm Mon.-Wed.; 6:30am-9pm Thu.-Sat.; 6:30am-3pm Sun. $

Chef Point Cafe 5901 Watauga Rd., Watauga, 817.656.0080. 11am-9pm Mon.-Thu.; 11am-10pm Fri.; 7am-10pm Sat.; 10am-8pm Sun. Breakfast Saturdays. $-$$

Dave & Busters 425 Curtis Mathes Way, 817.525.2501. 11am-midnight Sat.-Wed.; 11:30am1am Thu.-Fri. $$

Del Frisco's Grille 154 E. 3rd St., 817.887.9900. 11am-4pm Mon.-Sun.; 4pm-11pm Mon.-Sat.; 4pm10pm Sun.; Brunch 11am-3pm Sat. & Sun. $$ Garden Cottage Tea Room 5505 Davis Blvd., 817.656.9780. 10am-6pm Mon.-Sat.; 1pm-5pm Sun. $

Houlihan’s 401 E. 1-20 Hwy., 817.375.3863. 11am11pm, bar 1am Mon.-Thu.; 11am-midnight, bar 2am Fri.-Sat.; 11am-10pm, bar midnight Sun. $$-$$$

Humperdink's Restaurant And Brewery 700 Six Flags Drive, 817.640.8553. 11am-midnight Sun.-Thu.; 11am-2am Fri.-Sat. $$

Olenjack’s Grille 770 Road to Six Flags East, Ste. 100., 817.226.2600. 11am-10pm Mon.-Thu.; 11am11pm Fri.-Sat.; 11am-9pm Sun. $-$$$ J Gilligan's Bar & Grill 400 E. Abram. 817.274.8561. 11am-10pm Mon.-Wed.; 11am-midnight Thu.-Sat.; 11am-9pm Sun. $

Mac’s Bar & Grill 6077 W. I-20, 817.572.0541. 11am-10pm Mon.-Thu.; 11am-11pm Fri.-Sat.; 10am-2:30pm and 3pm-10pm Sun. $$ Market Street 5605 Colleyville Blvd., 817.577.5020. 6am-10pm daily. $ MAX's Wine Dive 2421 W. 7th St., 817.870.1100 4pm-11pm Mon.-Thu.; 4pm-midnight Fri. & Sat.; 4pm-10pm Sun.; Brunch 10am-3pm Sat. & Sun.; Happy Hour 4pm-6pm Mon.-Fri. $- $$ No Frills Grill 4914 Little Rd., 817.478.1766. Other locations: 801 S. Main St. #109, Keller, 817.741.6344; 2851 Matlock Rd., Ste. 422, Mansfield, 817.473.6699. 11am-2am daily. $ Olenjack’s Grille 770 Road to Six Flags East, Ste. 100., 817.226.2600. 11am-10pm Mon.-Thu.; 11am11pm Fri.-Sat.; 11am-9pm Sun. $-$$$ Potager 315 S. Mesquite St., 817.861.2292. 11am-

3pm Tues.-Wed.; 11am-9pm Thu.-Sat. Cash/ Check only $$

Rose Garden Tearoom 3708 W. Pioneer Pkwy., 817.795.3093. 11:30am-3:30pm Mon.-Sat.; 12pm3:30pm Sun. $

The Sanford House 506 N. Center St., 817.861.2129. Lunch Hours 11am-2pm Wed.-Sun.; Dinner Hours 6-9pm Thu.-Sat. $-$$

Southern Recipes Grill 2715 N. Collins St., 817.469.9878. 11am-9pm Mon.-Fri.; 8am-9pm Sat.; 8am-4pm Sun. $-$$

Steve's Garden & Grill 223 Depot St., Mansfield. 817.473.8733. Tues.-Thur. 11am-9pm; Fri. 11am10pm; Sat. 4 pm-10pm; Sun.-Mon. closed. $-$$ Ventana Grille 7005 Golf Club Dr., 817.548.5047. 6:30am-9pm daily $-$$

Burleson

Babe’s Chicken Dinner House 120 S. Main St., 817.447.3400. 11am-9pm daily $

Dalton's Bar & Grill 200 S. Main St., 817.295.5456. 11am-midnight Mon.-Wed. and Sun.; 11am-2am Thu.-Sat. $$

The Porch 140 S. Wilson St., 817.426.9900. 6:30am8pm Sun.-Thu.; 6:30am-9pm Fri.-Sat. $$ Fort Worth

Bird Cafe 155 E. 4th and Commerce, 817.332.2473. 5pm - midnight daily. $$

Bluebonnet Café 2223 Haltom Rd., Haltom City, 817.834.4988. 6:15am-2:30pm Mon.-Sat. $ Brewed 801 W. Magnolia Ave., 817.945.1545. 8am-11pm Tue.-Wed.; 8am-midnight Thu.-Sat.; 9:30am-2:30pm Sun. $-$$

Buffalo Bros Pizza Wings & Subs 3015 S. University Dr., 817. 386.9601. 11 am-11 pm Sun.-Sat. $$

Buttons 4701 W. Freeway, 817.735.4900. Lunch Hours 11am-10pm Sun.-Tues.; 11am-midnight Wed.-Thu.; 11am-2am Fri; noon-2am Sat. $$$ Cat City Grill 1208 W. Magnolia Ave., 817.916.5333. Lunch: 11am-2:30pm Mon.-Fri.; Dinner: 5:30pm9pm Mon.-Thu.; 5:30pm-10pm Fri.-Sat.; Brunch: 10:30am-1:30pm Sun. $$-$$$ Charleston’s 3020 S. Hulen St., 817.735.8900. 11am-10pm Mon.-Thu.; 11am-11pm Fri.-Sat.; 11am-9pm Sun. $$

Cowtown Diner 305 Main St., 817.332.9555. 8 am9pm daily. $$-$$$

Curly’s Custard 4017 Camp Bowie Blvd., 817.763.8700. 11am-9pm Sun.-Thu.; 11am-10pm Fri.-Sat. $

Del Frisco's Grille 154 E. 3rd St., 817.887.9900. Brunch - 11am-3pm Sat.-Sun.; Lunch - 11am-3pm Mon.-Sun.; Dinner - 3pm-10pm Sun. & 3pm11pm Mon.-Sat. $$

Dixie House Cafe 3701 E. Belknap St., 817.222.0883. Other locations: 6200 E. Lancaster, 817.451.6180; 5401 S. Hulen St., 817.361.8500; 5401 Blue Mound Rd., 817.625.4115, Dinner Friday Nights. 6:30am-2pm Mon.-Thu. & Sat.; 6:30am-

8:30pm Fri. $

Drew’s Place 5701 Curzon Ave., 817.735.4408. 10:30am-7pm Tue.-Thu.; 10:30am-8pm Fri.; 10:30am-6pm Sat. Closed Sun.-Mon. $-$$

Ellerbe Fine Foods 1501 W. Magnolia Ave., Fort Worth, 817.926.3663. Closed Sun.-Mon.; 11am2pm and 5:30pm-9pm, Tues.-Thu.; 11am-2pm and 5:30-10pm, Fri.; 5:30pm-10pm, Sat. $$-$$$ Fred’s Texas Cafe 915 Currie St., 817.332.0083. 10:30am-midnight Tue.-Sat.; 10:30am-9pm Sun. Closed Mon. 2730 Western Center, 817.232.0111. Mon.-Sat. 10:30am-midnight Mon.-Sat.; Noon9pm, Sun. 3509 Blue Bonnet Circle, 817.916.4650 $$

Little Red Wasp 808 Main St., 817.877.3111. 11am - 10pm Mon.-Thurs.; 11am - midnight Fri.; 10am - midnight Sat.; 10am - 10pm Sun. $$-$$$

Lucile’s Stateside Bistro 4700 Camp Bowie Blvd., 817.738.4761. 11am-10pm Mon.-Thu.; 11am11pm Fri.; 9am-11pm Sat.; 9am-10pm Sun. $$ Lunch Box 6333 Camp Bowie Blvd., 817.738.2181. 10:30am-3pm Mon.-Fri.; 10:30am-2:30pm Sat.Sun. $

MAX's Wine Dive 2708 W. Freeway, 817.877.8843. Other location: 1304 E. Copeland Rd., Arlington, 817.543.0544. 4pm-11pm Mon.-Thu.; 11am-midnight Fri.; 9am-midnight Sat.; 9am-10pm Sun. $$ Montgomery Street Café 2421 W. 7th St., 817.870.1100. 6am-2pm Mon.-Fri.; 7am-noon Sat. $

Old Neighborhood Grill 1633 Park Place Ave., 817.923.2282. 7am-9pm Mon.-Sat. $

Ol’ South Pancake House 1509 S. University Dr., 817.336.0311. Open 24 hours. $ Paris Coffee Shop 700 W. Magnolia, 817.335.2041. 6am-2:30pm Mon.-Fri.; Breakfast Only 6am-11am Sat. $ Park Hill Cafe 2974 Park Hill Dr., 817.921.5660. Lunch Hours 10am-2:30pm Mon.-Sat.; Dinner Hours 6pm-9pm; Brunch 10am-1pm Sun. $-$$ Pop’s Safari Room 2929 Morton St., 817.877.0916. 9am-10pm Mon.-Thu.; 9am-midnight Fri.-Sat.; closed Sun. $$-$$$ Rise & Shine 3636 Altamesa Blvd., 817.423.3555. 6am-2pm daily. $

Secret Garden Tearoom 2601 Montgomery St., 817.763.9787. 11am-3pm Mon.-Fri.; 11am-4pm Sat.; noon-4pm Sun. $

The Live Oak Music Hall & Lounge 1311 Lipscomb St., 817.926.0968. 4pm-2am Mon.-Fri.; 11am-2am Sat.-Sun. Sunday Brunch 11am-3pm. $$

The Rose Garden Tea Room 7200 Camp Bowie Blvd., 817.731.7673. 11:30am-3:30pm Mon-Sat.; 12pm-3:30pm Sun. $ Twin Creeks Café 3400 W. Loop 820 S. (inside Frank Kent Honda), 817.696.4360. 7:30am-4pm Mon.-Fri.; 8am-4pm, Sat.; Closed Sun. $ Vidalias Southern Cuisine 200 Main St.,

fwdish restaurant listings

817.210.2222. 6am-10pm Sun.-Thu.; 6am10:30pm Fri. & Sat.; 10am-2pm Sun. $$

Westside Café 7950 W. Camp Bowie Blvd., 817.560.1996. 6am-10pm daily. $

The Zodiac Room At Neiman Marcus 2100 Green Oaks Blvd., 817.738.3581. 10am-7pm Mon.Sat.; 1pm-6pm Sun. $$

Grapevine

Into The Glass 322 S. Main St. 817.442.1969. 11am10pm Mon.-Thu.; 11am-midnight Fri.-Sat. $$

Tolbert's Restaurant 423 S. Main St. 817.421.4888. 11am-9pm Mon.-Thu. 7 Sun.; 11am9:30pm Fri.-Sat. $$

Winewood Grill 1265 S. Main St., Grapevine, 76051 817.421.0200. 11am-10pm Mon.-Thu.; 11am-11pm Fri.-Sat.; 11am-4pm Sun. $$-$$$ Keller/laKe Country

FnG Eats 201 Town Center Blvd. 817.741.5200

11am-10pm Mon.-Fri.; 10:30am-11pm Sat. & Sun. $$

Harbor One 9315 Boat Club Rd., 817.236.8150. 10am-6pm Wed.-Sun. $

roanoKe

Babe’s Chicken Dinner House 104 N. Oak, 817.491.2900. 11am-9pm daily $

Blue Hangar Cafe 700 Boeing Way, 817.491.8283. 10:30am-2pm Mon.-Thu.; 10am-3pm Fri.; 7am3pm Sun. $

Classic Cafe 504 N. Oak St., 817.430.8185. Lunch Hours 11am-2:30pm Mon.-Fri.; Dinner Hours

5pm-9pm Mon.-Thu.; 5pm-10pm Fri. & Sat. $$$$$

Dove Creek Café 204 S. Hwy. 377, 817.491.4973. 6am-8pm Mon.-Fri.; 6am-3pm Sat. & Sun. $

Reno Red's Frontier Cooking 304 S. Hwy. 377, 817.491.4855. 11am-9:30pm Sun.-Thu.' 11am10pm Fri.-Sat. $-$$

SouthlaKe

Café Express 1472 Main St., 817.251.0063. 7am10pm daily $$

The Cheesecake Factory 1440 Plaza Place, 817.310.0050.11am-11pm Mon.-Thu.; 11am12:30am Fri.-Sat.; 10am-11pm Sun. $$ Wildwood Grill 2700 E. Southlake Blvd., 817.748.2100. Gluten free. 11am-10pm Mon.-Fri.; 11am-11pm Sat.-Sun. $-$$ X’s & O’s Sporting Tavern 1239 Main St., Southlake, 817.251.6776. 3pm-2am Mon.-Fri.; 11am-2am Sat.; 11am-midnight Sun. $ Weatherford

Weatherford Downtown Café 101 W. Church St., 817.594.8717. 7am-3pm Mon.-Wed.; 7am-8pm Thu.-Sat.; 8am-3pm Sun. $ Fire Oak Grill 114 Austin Ave., 817.598.0400. Lunch: 11:30am-2pm Tue.-Fri.; Dinner: 5pm9pm Tue.-Thu.; 5pm-10pm Fri.-Sat. $$-$$$

The Wild Mushroom 1917 Martin Dr. 817.599.4935. Dinner hours: 5-11pm Mon.-Thu.; 5pm-midnight Fri.-Sat. Lunch hours: 11am-2pm Thu.-Fri. $$-$$$ asian arlinGton

Bethany Boba Tea House 705 Park Row Dr. 817.461.1245. 11am-10pm daily. $ Genghis Grill 4000 Five Points Blvd., Ste. 189, 817.465.7847. Lunch: 11am-10pm Mon.-Thu.;

11am-11pm Fri.-Sat. $$

Orchid City Fusion Cafe 2135 Southeast Pkwy. 817.468.3777. 8:30am-9pm Mon.-Thu.; 11am-9pm Fri.-Sat. $$

Pei Wei 2100 N. Collins St., 817.299.8687. Other locations: 4133 E. Cooper St., 817.466.4545. 10:30am-9pm Mon.-Thu.; 10:30am-10pm Fri.; 11:30am-9pm Sat.-Sun. $

Piranha’s Killer Sushi 851 N.E. Green Oaks Blvd., 817.261.1636. Other locations: Arlington Highlands 309 Curtis Mathes Way, #149 817.465.6455 11am-10pm Mon.-Thu.; 11am-11pm Fri.; Noon11pm Sat.; Noon-10pm Sun. $$

Sukhothai 423 N. Fielder Plaza, 817.860.4107. 11am-2pm Mon.-Fri.; 5pm-9:30pm Mon.-Sat.; $ Taste Of Thai 2535 E. Arkansas Lane, 817.543.0110. 11am-3pm, 4:30pm-10pm Mon.-Fri.; 11:30am3pm, 4:30pm-10pm Sat.; 11:30am-9:30pm Sun. $

Bedford

Thai Jasmine 3104 Harwood Rd., 817.283.8228. 11am-9pm Mon.-Thu.; 11am-9:30pm Fri.; 11:30am-9pm Sat.-Sun. $ BurleSon

Taste Of Asia 130 NW John Jones Drive, Ste 206, 817.426.2239. 11am-9pm Sun.-Thu.; 11am-10pm Fri.-Sat. $

fort Worth

Asia Bowl & Grill 2400 Lands End, Ste. 115, 817.738.1688. 11am-9:30pm Sun.-Thu.; 11am10pm Fri.-Sat. $

Blue Sushi Sake Grill 3131 W. 7th St., 817.332.2583. 11am-10pm Mon.-Thu.; 11am-midnight Fri.-Sat.; 12pm-10pm Sun. $-$$

Edohana Hibachi Sushi 2704 S. Hulen, 817.924.1144. Other locations: 5816 S.W. Loop 820, 817.731.6002. 11am-2:30pm Mon.-Fri.; 5:30pm9:30pm Mon.-Thu.; 5pm-10pm Fri.-Sat. $$ Japanese Palace 8445 Camp Bowie W., 817.244.0144. 5pm-10pm Sun.-Thu.; 5pm-midnight Fri.-Sat. $$-$$$

Little Lilly Sushi 6100 Camp Bowie #12, 817.989.8886. 11am-2pm Mon.-Sat.; 5pm-10pm Mon.-Thu.; 5pm-midnight Fri. & Sat.; noon-9pm Sun. $$

MK's Sushi 2400 Airport Fwy. 817.545.4149. 11am-10pm Mon.-Thu.; 11am-11pm Fri.; 1pm11pm Sat.; 5-10pm Sun. $$ 2801 W. 7th St., 817.885.7677. 11am-2:30pm Mon.-Fri.; 4pm-10pm Mon.-Thu.; 4pm-11pm Fri.; 1pm-11pm Sat.; 5pm10pm Sun. $-$$

My Lan 4015 E. Belknap St., 817.222.1471. 9am-9pm Mon.-Sun. Closed Wed. $

Pappa Chang Asian Bistro 8th St. and Pennsylvania Ave., 817.348.9888. Buffet 11am-2:30pm Sun.-Fri.; 10:30am-9:30pm Sun.-Thu.; 10:30am10pm Fri.-Sat. $

Pei Wei 5900 Overton Ridge Blvd., Ste. 130, 817.294.0808 Other locations: 2600 W. 7th St., Ste. 101, Montgomery Plaza, 817.806.9950. 10:30am-9pm Sun.-Thu.; 10:30am-10pm Fri.Sat. $

P.F. Chang’s 400 Throckmorton, 817.840.2450. 11am-10pm Sun.-Thu.; 11am-11pm Fri.-Sat. $ Pho Little Saigon 1712 Mall Circle, 817.738.0040. 10am-9pm Mon.-Sun. $

Phu Lam 4125 E. Belknap St., 817.831.9888. 10am9pm Daily $-$$

Piranha’s Killer Sushi 335 W. 3rd St., 817.348.0200. 11am-10pm Mon.-Wed.; 11am11pm Thu.; 11am-1am Fri.; Noon-1am Sat.; noon-10pm Sun. $$

Shinjuku Station 711 W. Magnolia Ave., 817.923.2695. 5pm-9pm Mon.; 11am-9pm Tues.-Thu.; 11am-10pm Fri.; noon-11pm Sat.; noon-10pm Sun. $-$$

Sushi Axiom Japanese Fusion Restaurant 4625 Donnelly Ave., Ste. 101, 817.735.9100. Other locations: 2600 W. 7th St., 817.877.3331. 11am10pm Mon.-Thu.; 11am-11pm Fri.; noon-11pm Sat.; noon-10pm Sun. $$

Sushi Yoko 6333 Camp Bowie Blvd. Ste. 280., 817.737.4000. 11am-2pm Mon.-Fri.; 5pm-10pm Sun.-Thu.; 5pm-10:30pm Fri.-Sat. $-$$

Szechuan 4750 Bryant Irvin Rd., Cityview Plaza, 817.346.6111.; 5712 Locke Ave., 817.738.7300. 11am-9:30pm Sun.-Thu.; 11am-10:30pm Fri. & Sat. $-$$

Taste Of Asia 4484 Bryant Irvin Road, Ste. 101, 817.732.8688. 11am-9:30pm Sun.-Thu.; 11am-10pm Fri.-Sat.; 9324 Clifford St., Ste. 116, 817.246.4802. 11am-9pm Sun.-Thu.; 11am-10pm Fri.-Sat,; 7420 Beach St., 817.503.1818. 11am-9pm Sun.-Thu.; 11am-10pm Fri.-Sat. $

Thailicious 4601 W. Freeway. Ste. 206 (Chapel Hill at I-30 & Hulen), 817.737.8111. Mon.-Thu. 11am-3pm and 4.30pm-9.30pm; Fri. 11am-3pm and 4:30pm10pm; Sat. 11am-10pm; Sun. 11am-9pm. $-$$

Thai Select 4630 SW Loop 820, 817.731.0455. 11am-9:30pm Mon.-Thur.; 11am-10pm Fri.-Sat.; 11am-9pm Sun. $

Thai Tina’s 600 Commerce St., 817.332.0088. 11am-10pm Mon.-Thu.; 11am-11pm Fri.-Sat.; 11am-9pm Sun. $$

Tu Hai Restaurant 3909 E. Belknap St., 817.834.6473. 9am-8pm Mon.-Sat; Closed Sun. $ Tokyo Cafe 5121 Pershing Ave., 817.737.8568. 11am-9pm Mon.-Thu.; 11am-10pm Fri.; noon10pm Sat. Closed Sun. $

Grapevine

Edohana Hibachi Sushi 1501 Hwy. 114 Ste. 100, 817.251.2004. Lunch: 11:15am-2:15pm Mon.-Fri.; Dinner: 5:15pm-10pm Mon.-Thu.; 4:45pm10:30pm Fri.-Sat.; 4:45pm-9:30pm Sun. $$ P.F. Chang’s 650 W. Highway 114, 817.421.6658. 11am-11pm daily. $$

hurSt

Sweet Basil Thai Cuisine 977 Melbourne Rd., 817.268.2899. Lunch: 11am-2:30pm Mon.-Fri.; Dinner: 5pm-9:30pm Mon.-Fri.; 11am-9:30pm Sat.; 11:30am-8pm Sun. $-$$

ManSfield

Sake Hibachi Sushi And Bar 100 W. Debbie Lane, Mansfield, 817.453.5888. 11am-10pm, Mon.Thu.; 11am-10:30pm, Fri.-Sat.; noon-10pm, Sun. $-$$

SouthlaKe

Gingerine Fresh Asian 2750 E. Southlake Blvd., Ste. 100, 817.749.0998. 11am-10pm Sun.-Fri.; noon-10pm Sat. $

Kobeya Japanese Hibachi & Sushi 1230 Main St., 817.416.6161. Lunch: 11:30am-2:15pm Mon.-Fri; 12:15pm-3:15pm Sat.-Sun.; Dinner: 5pm-9:30pm Sun.-Thu.; 5pm-10:30pm Fri.Sat. $$

fwdish restaurant listings

Pei Wei 1582 E. Southlake Blvd., 817.722.0070. 10:30am-9pm Sun.-Thu.; 10:30am-10pm Fri.Sat. $

Sushi Sam 500 W. Southlake Blvd., 817.410.1991. Lunch: 11am-2:30pm Mon.-Sat.; Dinner: 5pm9:30pm Sun.-Thu.; 5pm-11pm Fri.-Sat. $-$$

Thai Chili 215 Grand Ave., 817.251.6674. Lunch: 11am-2pm Mon.-Fri.; Dinner: 5pm-10pm Mon.Thu.; 5pm-11pm Sat.; 11:30am-9:30pm Sun. $-$$

barbecue

Arlington

David's Barbecue 2224 W. Park Row. Dr. 817.261.9998. 11am-9pm Tues.-Sat. $

Dickey’s Barbecue Pit 5530 S. Cooper, 817.468.0898. 1801 Ballpark Way, 817.261.6600. 11am-9pm daily. $

Oh My Bbq 901 E. Arkansas Ln. 817.303.1499. 10am-10pm Mon.,Wed. & Fri.-Sat.; 10am-3pm Tues.; 10am-6pm Thu. $ Fort Worth Angelo’s 2533 White Settlement Rd., 817.332.0357. 11am-9pm Mon.-Wed.; 11am-10pm Thu.-Sat.; closed Sun. $

Billy's Oak Acres BBQ 1620 N. Las Vegas Trail, 817.367.2200. 11am-8pm Tue.-Wed.; 11am-9pm Thu.-Sat.; noon-5pm Sun.; Closed Mon. $ Cooper's Old Time Pit Bar-B-Que 301 Stockyards Blvd., 817.626.6464. 11am-8:30pm Sun.-Thu.; 11am-9:30pm Fri. and Sat. $

Cousin’s Pit Barbecue 6262 McCart Ave., 817.346.2511. Other location: 5125 Bryant Irvin Rd., 817.346.3999. 11am-9pm Mon.-Sat. $

Dickey’s Barbecue Pit 451 University Dr., 817.231.8813. Other locations: 5724 Bryant Irvin, 817.361.1034 1000 N.E. Loop 820, 817.289.0027. 1989 Colonial Pkwy., 817.759.7500. 11am-9pm daily. $

Railhead Smokehouse 2900 Montgomery St., 817.738.9808. 11am-9pm Mon.-Sat. $

Red Hot And Blue 3000 S. Hulen St., 817.731.8770 9143 Grapevine Hwy., 817.605.1333. 11am-9pm Sun.-Thu.; 11am-10pm Fri.-Sat. $$

Riscky’s 6701 Camp Bowie Blvd., 817.989.1800. 300 Main St., 817.877.3306. 9000 U.S. 377, Benbrook, 817.249.3320. 11am-9pm Sun.-Mon.; 11am-10pm Tue.-Thu.; 11am-midnight Fri.-Sat. $

Sammie's Bar-B-Q 3801 E. Belknap, 817.834.1822. 9am-9:30pm Mon.-Thu.; 9am-10:30pm Fri.-Sat.; 11:30am-5pm, Sun. $-$$

Smokey's Bbq 5300 E. Lancaster Ave., 817.451.8222. 11am-8pm Mon.-Thu.; 11am-9pm Fri.; 8am-9pm Sat.; 8am-4pm Sun. $ The Smoke Pit 2401 E. Belknap St., 817.222.0455. 10:30am-8pm Mon.-Fri.; 10:30am-6pm Sat. $-$$ Trailboss Burgers 140 E. Exchange Ave, 817.626.7777. 11am-7pm Sun.-Thu.; 11am-9pm Fri.; 11am-10pm Sat. $-$$ hurst

Dickey’s Barbecue Pit 1858 Precinct Line Rd., 817.656.0200. 10:30am-9pm daily. $ White settlement

Soda Springs Bar-B-Q 8620 Clifford St., 817.246.4644. Mon.-Sat. 11am-2pm; Thurs. 4 pm8pm; Fri. 11am-8:30pm; Sat. 11am-8pm; Sun. closed. $-$$

brazilian Fort Worth

Texas De Brazil 101 N. Houston St., 817.882.9500. Brunch: 11am-3pm Sun.; Lunch: 11am-2pm Fri.; Dinner: 5-9:30pm Mon.-Thu.; 5pm-10pm Fri.; 4:30pm-10pm Sat.; 4pm-9pm Sun. $$$

grApevine

Boi Na Braza 4025 William D. Tate, 817.329.5514. 5pm-10pm Mon.-Sat.; 5pm-9pm Sun. $$$

burgers & sandwiches Arlington

Al’s Hamburger’s 1001 N.E. Green Oaks Blvd., 817.275.8918. Breakfast Hours 7am-11pm; 11am9pm Mon.-Sat. $

Chapps 2045 N. Hwy. 360, 817.649.3000. Other locations: 153 Southwest Plaza (1-20 & Little Road), 817.483.8008. 2596 E. Arkansas, 817.460.2097. 11am-9pm daily. $

Chop House Burgers 1700 W. Park Row Drive, Ste. 116, 817.459.3700. 11am-9pm Mon.-Sat. $ Tom's Burgers & Grill 1530 N. Cooper St., 817.459.9000. 6am-10pm Mon.-Sat.; 6am-9pm Sun. $-$$

Fort Worth

Dutch’s 3009 S. University Dr., 817.927.5522. 11am-9pm Sun.-Wed.; 11am-10pm Thu.-Sat. $

The Great Outdoors 3204 Camp Bowie Blvd., 817.877.4400. 9am-9pm Mon.-Sat.; 10am-8pm Sun. $

Kincaid’s 4901 Camp Bowie Blvd., 817.732.2881. Other location: 4825 Overton Ridge Blvd., 817.370.6400. 11am-8pm Mon.-Sat.; 11am-3pm Sun. $

The Love Shack 110 E. Exchange Ave., 817.740.8812. $

M & O Station Grill 200 Carroll St., 817.882.8020. 11am-5pm Sun.-Wed.; 11am-9pm Mon.-Sat. $ Magnolia Cheese Co. 1251 W. Magnolia Ave., 817.945.2221. 11am-9pm Tue.-Thu.; 11am-10pm Fri.-Sat.; 11am-2pm Sun. $$

Pappa’s Burgers 2700 W. Freeway, 817.870.9736. 11am-9pm Sun.-Thu.; 11am-11pm Fri. & Sat. $-$$

Rodeo Goat 2836 Bledsoe & Currie, 817.877.4628. 11am-midnight Sun.-Wed.; 11am-2am Thu.-Sat. $-$$

Shaw's Patio Bar And Grill 1051 W. Magnolia Ave. 817.926.2116. Mon. 11am-2:30pm; Tue.-Thu. 11am- 9pm; Fri.-Sat. 11am-10pm; Sun. 10:30am9pm. $-$$

The Pour House Sports Grill 2725 W. 7th St., 817.335.2575. 11am-2am daily. $

Tommy’s Hamburgers 2701 Green Oaks Rd., 817.735.9651. Other locations: 5228 Camp Bowie Blvd., 817.569.1111. 3431 W. 7th St., 817.885.7500. 11am-9pm Mon.-Sat.; 11am-8pm Sun. $ Woodshed Smokehouse 3201 Riverfront Drive, 817.877.4545. 10am-10pm Mon.-Thu.; 10am-11pm Fri.; 8am-11pm Sat.; 8am-10pm Sun. $-$$

Z’s Café 1116 Pennsylvania Ave. 817.348.9000. 10am-3pm Mon.-Fri. $ southl Ake

Johnny B’s Burgers & Shakes 2704 E.

Southlake Blvd., 817.749.0000. 10:30am-8:30pm Mon.-Thu.; 10:30am-9pm Fri.-Sat.; 10:30am3pm Sun. $

continental

Arlington

Café At Daireds 2400 W. I-20 (Temporarily Closed for Remodeling), 817.465.9797. Other Location: 15 Skyline Dr., Arlington, 817.465.9797. 12pm-6pm Sun.; 9am-6pm Mon.; 9am-9pm Tue.Thu.; 9am-6pm Fri.; 8:30am-5:30pm Sat. $-$$ Fort Worth

610 Grille 610 Main St., 817.332.0100. 6:30am-9pm Sun.-Thu.; 6:30am-10pm Fri.-Sat. $-$$$

delis & bakeries

Arlington

Iris Bagel And Coffee House 5801 W. Interstate 20, 817.561.9989. 5:30am-2pm Mon.-Sat.; 7am2pm Sun. $

Fort Worth

Artisan Baking Company 4900 White Settlement Rd., 817.821.3124. 7am-1pm Fri.; by appointment Mon.-Fri.; 8am-noon Wed. & Sat. at the Cowtown Farmers' Market. $

Baker Bros. American Deli 6333 Camp Bowie Blvd., Ste. 244, 817.989.1400. Other Location: 501 Carroll St., Ste. 658., 817.332.0500. 11am-9pm daily. $

Black Rooster Bakery 2430 Forest Park Blvd., 817.924.1600. 7am-4pm Tue.-Fri., 8am-4pm Sat. $

Bluebonnet Bakery 4705 Camp Bowie Blvd., 817.731.4233. 7am-6pm Mon.-Fri.; 7am-4pm Sat. $ Boopa’s Bagel Deli 6513 N. Beach St., 817.232.4771. 5:30am-2pm Mon.-Fri.; 6:30am2pm Sat.; 6:30am-1pm Sun. $

Carshon’s Delicatessen 3133 Cleburne Rd., 817.923.1907. 9am-3pm Mon.-Sat. $ Corner Street Bakery 3010S. Hulen St., 817.665.9949. 6:30am-7pm Mon.-Fri.; 7am-7pm Sat.; 7am-5pm Sun. $ The Cupcake Cottage 5015 El Campo Ave., 817.732.5670. 10am-4pm Tues.-Fri.; 10am-2pm Sat. $

Esperanza’s Mexican Café & Bakery 2122 N. Main St., 817.626.5770. Other location: 1109 Hemphill St., 817.332.3848. 6:30am-7pm daily. $ J. Rae's 935 Foch St., 817.332.0090. 9 am-9pm Mon.-Sat. $

Jason's Deli jasonsdeli.com. Hours vary. $-$$ Kolache Shoppe 6724 Brentwood Stair Rd., 817.457.0071. 6am-noon Tue.-Sat.; 7am-noon Sun. $

Mckinley’s Fine Bakery & Cafe 1616 S. University Dr., 817.332.3242. 8am-6:30pm Mon.-Sat.; 11am-5pm Sun. $

Panera Bread 1700 S. University Dr., 817.870.1959. Other location: 1804 Precinct Line Rd., 817.605.0766; 1409 N. Collins, Arlington, 817.548.8726; 2140 E. Southlake Blvd., Ste. S. 817.416.5566 6:30am-9pm Mon.-Sat.; 7am-8pm Sun. $

Sweet Sammies 825 Currie St., 817.332.0022. 10am-9pm Sun.-Wed.; 11am-10pm Thu.-Sat. $

Swiss Pastry Shop 3936 W. Vickery, 817.732.5661. 6am-5:30pm Tue.-Fri.; 7am-4pm Sat. $

fwdish restaurant listings

The Snooty Pig 2401 Westport Pkwy., Ste. 120, 817.837.1077. Other locations: 1540 Keller Pkwy, Ste. 107, Keller, 817.431.0064. 7am-2pm Mon.-Sat.; 8am-2pm Sun. $

YOFE CAFE / 817 Currie St., 817.332.5888. 6 am8pm Mon.-Fri.; 6am-10pm Sat.-Sun. $

Yogi’s Bagel Cafe 2710 S. Hulen St., 817.921.4500. 6:30am-9pm Mon.-Fri.; 7am-9pm Sat.; 7:30am3pm Sun. $ Grapevine

Breadhaus 700 W. Dallas Rd., 817.488.5223. 9am6pm Tues.-Fri.; 9am-4pm Sat. $$

Main Street Bread Baking Company 316 Main St., 817.424.4333. 6:30am-6:30pm daily. $

The Snooty Pig 4010 William D. Tate, 817.283.3800. 7am-2pm Mon.-Sat.; 8am-2pm Sun. $ Hudson oaks

Ultimate Cupcake 3316 Fort Worth Highway, 817.596.9090. 10am-5pm Tue.-Fri.; 10am-1pm Sat.; Closed Sun.-Mon. $ soutHlake

Elegant Cakery 535 Nolen Drive, 817.488.7580. 9am-6pm Tue.-Fri.; 9am-5pm Sat. $-$$

Weinburger’s Deli 3 Village Circle, Westlake, 817.491.9119. Other location: 611 Main St., Grapevine, 817.416.5574. 8:30am-7pm Mon.-Sat.; 11am-3pm Sun. $

eclectic arlinGton

The Melting Pot 4000 Five Points Blvd., Ste. 119, 817.469.1444. 5pm-10pm Mon.-Thu.; 5pm-11pm Fri.; 3:30pm-11pm Sat.; 3pm-9pm Sun. $$-$$$ Burleson

Wine Down 124 S. Scott Street. 817.447.9122. 11am9pm Wed-Sat. $$ Fort WortH

Café Modern 3200 Darnell, 817.738.9215. Lunch: 11am-2:30pm Tue.-Fri.; 11am-3pm Sat & Sun. $$ Kimbell Art Museum 3333 Camp Bowie Blvd., 817.332.8451, ext. 251. For reservations call 817.332.8541 ext. 277. Lunch 11:30am-2pm Tue.-Thu. & Sat.; noon-2pm Fri. & Sun.; Dinner 5:30pm-7:30pm Fri. $$

Lili’s Bistro 1310 W. Magnolia Ave., 817.877.0700. Lunch Hours 11am-2:30pm Mon.-Sat.; Dinner

Hours 5:30pm-9pm Tue.-Thu.; 6pm-10pm Fri. & Sat. $$

Mijo's Fusion 1109 W. Magnolia Ave. 817.921.3905. 10:30am-9:30pm Sun.-Thu.; 10:30am-10:30pm Fri.-Sat. $-$$

Reservoir Bar, Patio And Kitchen 1001 Foch St. 817.334.0560. 3pm-2am Mon.-Fri.; 10am-2am Sat. & Sun. $-$$

Sera Dining and Wine 2418 Forest Park Blvd. 817.927.7372. 5:30pm-9:30pm Tue.-Sat. $-$$ Simply Fondue 111 W. 4th St., 817.348.0633. Lunch hours: 11am-2pm Mon.-Fri. Dinner hours: 5-10pm Mon.-Thu.; 5-11pm Fri.-Sat. Sunday Brunch: 10am-2pm. $$-$$$

Spiral Diner 1314 W. Magnolia, 817.332.8834. 11am-10pm Tue.-Sat.; 11am-5pm Sun. $ Vee Lounge 500 Taylor St., 817.332.4833. 3pmmidnight Tue.-Wed.; 3pm-2am Thu.-Sat.; 11am-2am Sun.- $$

Winslow’s Wine Café 4101 Camp Bowie Blvd.

817.546-6843. Mon.-Thu. 4pm-11pm; Fri. 4pmmidnight; Sat. 10:30am-2pm and 4pm-midnight; Sun. 10:30am-2pm and 4pm-10pm. $-$$$$ Zambrano Wine Cellar 910 Houston St., Ste. 110, 817.850.9463. 5pm-10pm Mon.-Thu.; 5pm-midnight Fri. & Sat.; Closed Sundays. $-$$

ethnic arlinGton

Tandoor Indian Restaurant 1200 N. Fielder Rd., 817.261.6604. Lunch: 11:30am-2:30pm Sun.-Sat.; Dinner: 5pm-10 p.m. Sun.-Sat. $-$$ Fort WortH

Bombay Grill 4625 Donnelly Ave., 817.377.9395. Lunch: 11am-2pm Mon.-Fri.; 11:30am-2:30pm Sat. & Sun.; Dinner: 5:30pm-10pm Mon.-Thu.; 5:30pm-10:30pm Fri. & Sat.; 5:30pm-10pm Sun. $ Byblos 1406 N. Main St., 817.625.9667. 1am-2am Fri. & Sat.; Sunday available for private parties. $$ Hedary’s 6323 Camp Bowie Blvd., 817.731.6961. 11am-2pm Mon.; 11am-2pm & 5pm-10pm Tues.Fri.; 5pm-10pm Sat.; noon-10pm Sun. $ King Tut 1512 Magnolia Ave., 817.335.3051. 11am2:30pm Mon.-Sat. 5:30pm-9pm Mon.-Sat. $$ Maharaja 6308 Hulen Bend Blvd., 817.263.7156. 11am-2pm Mon.-Fri.; 11:30am-2:30pm Sat.-Sun.; 5:30pm-10pm Sun.-Thu.; 5:30pm-10:30pm Fri.Sat. $$

french arlinGton

Cacharel 2221 E. Lamar Blvd., Ste. 910, 817.640.9981. 11:30am-2pm & 5pm-10pm Mon.Fri.; 5pm-10pm Sat. $$$ Fort WortH

La Madeleine 6140 Camp Bowie Blvd., 817.654.0471. 4626 SW Loop 820. Other locations: 2101 N. Collins St., Arlington, 817.461.3634. 4201 S Cooper St., Arlington, 817.417.5100. 900 Hwy. 114 W., Grapevine, 817.251.0255. Camp Bowie 6:30am-10pm Sun.-Thu.; 6:30am-11pm Fri.-Sat.; 6:30am-8pm Sun.-Thu.; 6:30am-10pm Fri.-Sat.; Hwy. 114 6:30am-9pm Sun.-Thu.; 6:30am-10pm Fri.-Sat.; Collins and Cooper 6:30am-10pm Sun.Thu.; 6:30am-11pm Fri.-Sat. $ Saint-Emilion 3617 W. 7th St., 817.737.2781. Full bar. 6pm-9pm Tue.-Thu.; 6pm-10pm Fri.-Sat. $$$

german Fort WortH

Edelweiss 3801 Southwest Blvd., 817.738.5934. 5pm-10pm Thu.; 5pm-11pm Fri.; 4pm-11pm Sat.; noon-9pm Sun. Closed Mon.-Wed. $$ Greenwood’s 3522 Bluebonnet Cir., 817.921.6777. Lunch: 11am-2pm Thu. & Fri. 4pm-9pm Tue.Thu.; 4pm-10pm Fri.-Sat. $$

greek Fort WortH

Café Medi 420 Grapevine Hwy., 817.788.5110. 11am-2:30pm, 5pm-10pm Tue.-Sat.; 11am-9pm Sun. $ Greek House 2426 Forest Park Blvd., 817.921.1473. 11am-8pm Mon.-Sat. $ Jazz Café 2504 Montgomery St., 817.737.0043. 11am-3pm Mon.-Fri.; 9am-3pm Sat.; 9am-2pm Sun. $

The Vine Greek Taverna 2708 W. 7th St., 817.334.0888. 11am-2pm Tue.-Sat.; 5pm-9pm Tue.-Sat.; 11am-2pm Sun. $

italian

arlinGton/Mid-Cities

Birraporetti’s 668 Lincoln Square, 817.265.0555. 11am-11pm Mon.-Thu.; 11am-midnight Fri.-Sat.; 10am-11pm Sun. $$

Italianni’s 1601 Precinct Line Rd., Hurst, 817.498.6770. 11am-10pm Sun.-Thu.; 11am-11pm Fri.-Sat. $$

La Bistro 722 Grapevine Hwy., Hurst, 817.281.9333. 11am-10pm Sun.-Fri.; 5pm-10pm Sat. $$

Moni's 1730 W. Randol Mill Road #100, Arlington, 817.860.6664. 11am-10pm Mon.-Sat.; 11am-9pm Sun. $$

Nizza Pizza 1430 S. Cooper, 817.274.5222. 11am10pm Sun.-Thu.; 11am-11pm Fri.-Sat. $

Palio’s Pizza Café 5712 Colleyville Blvd. Ste. 130, 817.605.7555. 11am-10pm daily. $

Piccolo Mondo 829 E. Lamar Blvd., 817.265.9174. Lunch: 11:30am-2:15pm Mon.-Fri.; Dinner: 5pm10:15pm Mon.-Thu.; 5:30pm-11pm Fri. & Sat.; 5:30 pm-10pm Sun. $-$$

Prespa's 4720 Sublett Road, Arlington, 817.561.7540. Other location: 3100 W. Arkansas Lane #B, Dalworthington Gardens, 817.459.2775. 11am-9pm Mon.-Thu.; 11am-10pm Fri.-Sat.; 11am-9pm Sun. $$

Reflections Of Bella Vita 1507 N. Watson Road, Arlington, 817.633.0877. Breakfast and Lunch, 6am-2pm Sun.-Sat.; Dinner, 4:30pm-10pm Mon.-Thu.; 4:30pm-11pm Fri.-Sat.; 4:30pm-9pm Sun.11am-9pm Mon.-Thu.; 11am-10pm Fri.-Sat.; 11am-9pm Sun. $

Ruggeri’s Ristorante 32 Village Ln., Ste. 10, Colleyville, 817.503.7373. Lunch: 11am-2pm Mon.-Fri.; Dinner: 5pm-9pm Sun.-Thu.; 5pm10pm Fri.-Sat. $$ Fort WortH

Aventino’s Italian 5800 Lovell Ave., 817.570.7940.11am-2pm Mon.-Fri.; 5pm-9pm Mon.-Thurs.; 5:30pm-10pm Fri. & Sat. $$$ Bella Italia West 5139 Camp Bowie Blvd., 817.738.1700. 11:30am-1:30pm Mon.-Fri.; 6pm9pm Mon.-Thu.; 6pm-10pm Fri.-Sat. $$ Café Bella 3548 South Hills Ave., 817.922.9500. 11am-10pm Mon.-Fri.; 4pm-10pm Sat. Closed Sun. $-$$

Campisi's 6150 Camp Bowie Blvd., 817.916.4561. 11am-10pm Mon.-Sun. $$

Ferré Ristorante Bar 215 E. Fourth St., 817.332.0033. 4pm-9pm Tues.-Wed.; 4pm-10pm Thu.; 4pm-11pm Fri.-Sat. $$

Fireside Pies 2949 Crockett St., 817.769.3590. 11am-10pm Sun.-Thu.; 11am-11pm Sat.; 11am11pm Sun. $$

Fortuna 5837 Camp Bowie Blvd., 817.737.4469. 11am-10pm Sun.-Thu.; 11am-11pm Fri.-Sat. $

La Piazza 2930 Bledsoe St., 817.334.0000. 11:30am2pm Sun.-Fri.; 5:30pm-10pm Sun.-Thu.; 5:30pm-10pm Fri.-Sat. $$$

Mama’s Pizza 1813 W. Berry St., 817.923.3541. 5800 Camp Bowie Blvd., 817.731.MAMA Lunch buffet: 11am-2pm daily. Delivery through Entrees-To-Go: 11am-10pm Mon.-Thu.; 11am-

11pm Fri.-Sat.; noon-10pm Sun. $

Mancuso’s 9500 White Settlement Rd., 817.246.7041. Lunch: 10:30am-1pm Tues.-Fri.; Dinner: 4pm-9pm Tues.-Thu.; 4pm-10pm Fri.-Sat.; Closed Sun.-Mon. $

Margie’s Original Italian Kitchen 9805 Camp Bowie W., 817.244.4301. Lunch: 11am-2pm Mon.-Fri.; Dinner: 5pm-10pm Sun.-Thu.; 5pm-11pm Fri.-Sat. $$

Mellow Mushroom 3455 Bluebonnet Circle, 817.207.9677. 11am-10pm Sun.-Thu.; 11am-11pm Fri.Sat. $$

Milano’s 3416 W. 7th St., 817.332.5226. 11am-10pm

Mon.-Thu.; 11am-11pm Fri. & Sat. $

Nonna Tata 1400 W. Magnolia Ave., 817.332.0250. 11am-3pm Tue.-Fri.; 5:30pm-9pm Tue.-Thu.; 5:30pm10pm Fri. $-$$

Piola 3700 Mattison Ave., 817.989.0007. 11am-2pm Mon-Fri; 5pm-10pm Mon-Sat. $$

Pizzeria Uno Chicago Grill 300 Houston St., 817.885.8667. 11am-11pm Sun.-Thu.; 11am-midnight Fri. & Sat. $

Taverna Risotteria 450 Throckmorton St., 817.885.7502. Sunday brunch. 11am-10pm Mon.-Thu.; 11am-11pm Fri. & Sat.; 10am-10pm Sun. $-$$ Grapevine/Southlake/ Colleyville

Brio Tuscan Grill 1431 Plaza Place, Southlake, 817.310.3136. 11am-10pm Sun.-Thu.; 11am-11pm Fri.Sat. $-$$

Buca Di Beppo 2701 E. State Hwy. 114, Southlake, 817.749.6262. 11:30am-10pm Mon.-Thu.; 11:30am10pm Fri.; 11:30am-10pm Sat.; 11:30am-9pm Sun. $$

Ferrari’s Italian Villa 1200 William D. Tate Ave., 817.251.2525. 5pm-10pm Mon.-Fri.; 5pm-10:30pm Sat.; 4:30pm-9pm Sun. $$-$$$

latin american Colleyville/Fort Worth

Gloria’s Colleyville: 5611 Colleyville Blvd., 817.656.1784. Fort Worth: 2600 W. 7th St., 817.332.8800. Arlington: 3901 Arlington Highlands Blvd., Ste. 137, 817.701.2981. Colleyville: 11am-10pm Sun.-Thu.; 11am-11pm Fri.-Sat. Fort Worth: 11am9pm Sun.-Mon.; 11am-10pm Tue.-Thu.; 11am-11pm Fri.-Sat. $-$$

Sera Dining and Wine 2418 Forest Park Blvd., 817.927.7372. 5:30pm to 9:30pm Tue.-Sat. $$

Trevino's 1812 Montgomery St., 817.731.8226. 11am to 9pm Mon.-Thu.; 11am-10pm Fri.; 9am-9:30pm Sat.; 9am-9pm Sun.; Breakfast 9am-3pm Sat. & Sun. $-$$

Yucatan Taco Stand 909 West Magnolia Ave., 817.924.8646. 11am to 10pm Sun.-Thu.; 11am-midnight Fri.-Sat. $$

mediterranean Fort Worth

Chadra Mezza & Grill 1622 Park Place Ave., 817.924.2372. 11am-10pm Mon.-Sat.; Closed Sun. $-$$

Red Door Bistro 4938 Overton Ridge Blvd., 817.292.0000. 11am-2pm Mon.-Fri.; 5pm-9:30pm Mon.-Sat.; Closed Sun. $$

Saffron Sky 5913 Donnelly Ave., 817.732.1007. 11am9pm Tue.-Thu.; 11am-10pm Fri. & Sat.; 11am-3pm Mon.; Closed Sun. $-$$

Terra Mediterranean Grill 2973 Crockett St., Fort Worth, 817.744.7485. 11am-2:30pm and 5pm-10pm,

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fwdish restaurant listings

Mon.-Fri.; 11am-11pm, Sat.; noon-8pm, Sun. $-$$

The Flying Carpet Cafe 1223 Washington St., 817.877-1223. Lunch 11am-2pm Tues.-Fri. Dinner 5pm-10pm Tue.-Sat.; Closed Sun. BYOB. $$

mexican Arlington

Chuy's 4001 Bagpiper Way, Ste. 199, 817. 557.2489. 11am-10pm Sun.-Thu.; 11am-11pm Fri.-Sat. $ Colleyville/grApevine

Esparza’s 124 E. Worth St., 817.481.4668. 11am10pm Mon.-Thu.; 11am-11pm Fri.; 10am-11pm Sat.; 10am-9:30pm Sun. $

La Hacienda Ranch 5250 Hwy. 121, Colleyville, 817.318.7500. 11am-10pm Sun.-Thu.; 11am-11pm Fri.-Sat. $$

Rio Mambo 5150 Hwy. 121, 817.354.3124. 11am9:30pm Sun.-Thu.; 11am-10:30pm Fri.-Sat. $$ Fort Worth

Benito’s Restaurant 1450 W. Magnolia Ave., 817.332.8633. 10am-9pm Mon.-Thu., 10am-2am

extra dish

What the locals are eating

H3 Ranch

105 E. Exchange Ave.

Fort Worth, 76164

817.624.1246

H3 RancH stands foR tHRee paRticulaR men, RobeRt, William and david HunteR, WHo immigRated to ameRica fRom scotland in 1844. After many adventures in the Wild West, the three brothers eventually founded Hunter and Evans, one of the original livestock trading companies in the burgeoning Stockyards of Fort Worth. Their descendants pay homage to these pioneers with their H3 Ranch Restaurant.

While waiting for your table, feel free to saddle up at the bar (literally), and take in the profusion of antlers and taxidermied varmints. The backside of a buffalo greets you over the bar. You will find his front half sticking through the wall on the restaurant side. Hat hooks abound as well, to accommodate the typical cowboy clientele.

The food is authentic. H3’s specialties feature flavors from its hickory smoked grill. We selected the H3 Ranch Ribs ($5.95) for a starter. They are a sample of three pork spare ribs served with the house Lip Smackin’ sauce, which packs tons of lip puckerin’ vinegar bite. The glaze is sticky and well charred. They were tender and just enough to leave you looking for more. Luckily, both of our dinner entrées came with a house salad.

H3 Ranch offers a snapshot into a time gone by with its tin tile ceilings, stained glass windows and worn wooden planks on the floor. You will notice brass-studded leather upholstery, lace café curtains and mission-style lighting with mica glass, all of which fit perfectly within its locale. It boasts fair prices, a fun atmosphere and friendly service. The location makes it a great place to eat on your way to Billy Bob’s or while exploring the historical side of our city.

Fri.-Sat., 11am-9pm Sun. $$

Cabo Grande 115 W. 2nd St., 817.348.8226. 11am10pm Sun.-Thu.; 11am-1am Fri.-Sat. $$ Cantina Laredo 530 Throckmorton St., 817.810.0773. 11am-10pm Mon.-Thu.; 11am11pm Fri.-Sat.; 10am-9pm Sun. $-$$

Chimy’s Cerveceria 1053 Foch St., 817.348.8888. 11am-midnight Sun.-Thu.; 11am-1am Fri.-Sat. $ Chipotle 3050 S. Hulen St., 817.735.8355. Other locations: 3000 W. 7th St., 817.348.8530. 4484 Bryant Irvin Rd., 817.735.4506. 1312 W. Pipeline Rd., 817.595.3875. 3010 E. Southlake Blvd., 817.748.4745. 11am-10pm daily. $

Dos Gringos 1015 S. University Dr., 817.338.9393. 11am-9pm Sun.-Thu.; 11am-11pm Fri.-Sat. $ El Asadero 1535 N. Main St., 817.626.3399. 11am10pm Sun.-Thu.; 11am-midnight Fri.-Sat. $-$$

El Fenix 6391 Camp Bowie Blvd., 817.732.5584. 11am-10pm daily. $

El Rancho Grande 1400 N. Main St., 817.624.9206. 11am-9pm Mon.-Thu.; 11am-10pm Fri.-Sat. $-$$

Esperanza’s Mexican Bakery & Cafe 2122 N. Main St., 817.626.5770. Bakery and Cafe: 6 am-7pm daily. Other location: 1601 Park Place Ave., 817.923.1992. 6:30am-9pm Mon.-Thurs.; 6:30am-10pm Fri.-Sat.; 6:30am-5pm Sun. $ Fernandez Cafe 4220 W. Vickery Blvd., 817.377.2652. 6:30am-2pm daily. $

Fiesta 3233 Hemphill St., 817.923.6941. 11am-9pm Mon.-Thu.; 11am-10pm Fri.-Sat. $

Fuzzy’s Taco Shop 2917 W. Berry St., 817.924.7943. Other Locations: 2719 Race St., 817.831.TACO. 5710 Rufe Snow, 817.465.3899. 510 East Abram, Arlington, 817.265.8226. 7am-midnight Mon.-Wed.; 7am-1am Thu.; 7am-3am Fri. & Sat.; 7am-10pm Sun. $ Hacienda San Miguel 2948 Crockett St., 817.386.9923. 11am-10pm Sun.-Thu.; 11am-midnight Fri. & Sat. $-$$

Joe T. Garcia’s 2201 N. Commerce, 817.626.4356. Cash only. 11am-2:30pm, 5pm-10pm Mon.-Thu.; 11am-11pm Fri.-Sat.; 11am-10pm Sun. $$ La Familia 841 Foch St., 817.870.2002. 11am-10pm Tues.-Fri.; 8am-10pm Sat. Closed Sun.-Mon. $ La Playa Maya 6209 Sunset Dr., 817.738.3329. Other locations: 1540 N. Main St., 817.624.8411. 3200 Hemphill St., 817.924.0698. 11am-10pm Mon.-Thu.; 11am-11pm Fri.; 10am-11pm Sat.; 10am-10pm Sun. $

Los Molcajetes 4320 Western Center Blvd., 817.306.9000. 11am-9:30pm Mon.-Thu.; 11am10pm Fri.; 8am-10pm Sat.; 8am-9pm Sun. $

Los Vaqueros 2629 N. Main St., 817.624.1511. Other Location: 3105 Cockrell Ave., 817.769.3070.11am-9pm Mon.-Thu.; 11 am10pm, Fri.-Sat.; 10:30am-9pm Sun. Other location: Crown Valley Golf Club, 29 Crown Road, Weatherford. 817.441.2300 $ Mambo’s 1010 Houston St. in the Park Central Hotel, 817.336.3124. 11am- 2pm Tues.-Fri.; 4pm10pm Wed.-Sat. $

Mi Cocina 509 Main St., 817.877.3600. Other location: 4601 W. Freeway (I-30 and Hulen), 817.569.1444. 11am-10pm Sun.-Thu.; 11am-11pm Fri.-Sat. $

The Original 4713 Camp Bowie Blvd.,

817.738.6226. 11am-9pm Mon.-Thu.; 11am-10pm Fri.-Sat.; 11am-9pm Sun. Breakfast tacos served 7:30am-10am Mon.-Fri. $

Paco & John 1116 8th Ave., 817.810.0032. 7:30am10:30am & 11am-2:30pm Mon.-Fri.; 10am-2pm Sat. $$

Pappasito’s Cantina 2704 W. Freeway, 817.877.5546. Other location: 321 W. Road to Six Flags, Arlington, 817.795.3535. 11am-10pm Sun.Thu.; 11am-11pm Fri.-Sat. $$ all locations Pulidos 2900 Pulido St., 817.732.7571. Other location: 5051 Hwy. 377 S., 817.732.7871. 11am9:30pm Mon.-Thu.; 11am-10pm Fri.-Sat. $ Revolver Taco Lounge 2822 W. 7th St., 817.820.0122. 11am-10pm Tue.-Thu.; 11am-11pm Fri.-Sat.; closed Sun.-Mon. $$ Rio Mambo 6125 SW Loop 820, 817.423.3124. 1302 S. Main St., Weatherford. 817.598.5944. 11am-9:30pm Sun.-Thu.; 11am-10:30pm Fri.Sat. $$

Salsa Fuego 3520 Alta Mere Drive, 817.560.7888. 11am-9pm Mon.-Thu.; 11am-10pm Fri.-Sat.; closed Sun. $

Salsa Limon 929 University Drive, 817.820.0680. 4200 S. Freeway, #1099, 817.921.4807. 10am-9pm Mon.-Thu.; 10am-2am Fri.; 10am-3am Sat.; 10am-midnight Sun. $

Torchy's Tacos 928 Northton St. 817.289.8226. 7am-10pm Mon.-Thu.; 7am-11pm Fri.; 8am11pm Sat.; 8am-10pm Sun. $

Tres Joses Cocina Mexicana 4004 White Settlement Rd., 817.763.0456. 11am-9pm Tue.-Thu.; 11am-10pm Fri.-Sat.; 11am-9pm Sun.; Closed Mon. $$

Uncle Julio’s 5301 Camp Bowie Blvd., 817.377.2777. 11am-10:30pm Sun.-Thu.; 11am11:30pm Fri.-Sat. $$

Southlake

Mi Chula’s 1431 Southlake Blvd., Ste. 551, 817.756.6920. 11am-8:30pm Sun-Thu.; 11am9:30pm. $$

seafood arlington

Fish City Grill 3900 Arlington Highlands Blvd., 817.465.0001. 11am-10pm Mon.- Thu.; 11am–11pm Fri.-Sat.; 11am- 9pm Sun. $-$$ Fort Worth

Bayou Jack's Cajun Grill 2401 W. 7th St., Ste. 117. 817.744.8631. 11am-10pm Mon.-Sat.; 11am9pm Sun. $-$$

Blu Crab 6115 Camp Bowie Blvd., 817.763.8585. Mon.-Sat. 11am-10pm; Sun. 11am-9pm. $$$$

Daddy Jack’s 353 Throckmorton St., 817.332.2477. 355 N. Carroll Ave., Southlake. 817.442.0983. 11am-2pm Mon.-Sat.; 5pm-10pm Sun.-Thu.; 5pm-11pm Fri. & Sat. $$

Eddie V’s 3100 W. 7th St. 817.336.8000. 4pm-11pm Sun.-Thu.; 4pm-midnight Fri.-Sat. $$$$

J&J Oyster Bar 612 N. University Dr., 817.335.2756. 11am-10pm Sun.-Thu.; 11am-11pm Fri.-Sat. $

Lone Star Oyster Bar 4750 Bryant Irvin Rd., 817.370.0030. 11am-2am Tue.-Sat.; 11am-midnight Sun.-Mon. $

Pacific Table 1600 S. University Drive, 817.887.9995. 11am-10pm Mon.-Sat.; 11am-9pm

Sun. $$

Pappadeaux 2708 W. Freeway, 817.877.8843. Other location: 1304 E. Copeland Rd., Arlington, 817.543.0544. 11am-10pm Sun.-Thu.; 11am-11pm Fri.-Sat. $$

Razzoo’s 318 Main St. in Sundance Square, 817.429.7009. Other location: 4700 Bryant Irvin Rd. in Cityview, 817.292.8584. 11am-11pm Sun.Thu.; 11am-2am Fri.-Sat. $$

Rockfish 3050 S. Hulen St., 817.738.3474. 11am9pm Sun.-Thu.; 11am-10pm Fri.-Sat. $$ Waters, Bonnell's Coastal Cuisine 2901 Crockett St. 817.984.1110. 11am-2:30pm & 5:30pm-10pm Tues.-Sat.; 10:30am-2:30pm & 5:30pm-10pm Sun. $$$$

Zeke’s Fish & Chips 5920 Curzon Ave., 817.731.3321. 11am-9pm Mon.-Thu.; 11am-10pm Fri.-Sat.; noon-9pm Sun. $

Southlake

Fish City Grill 2750 E. Southlake Blvd., Ste. 130, 817.748.0456. 11am-9pm Sun.-Thu.; 11am-10pm Fri.-Sat. $-$$

Truluck’s Seafood, Steak & Crab House 1420 Plaza Pl., 817.912.0500. 5pm-10pm Sun.Thu.; 5pm-11pm Fri.-Sat. $$$ WilloW Park

Fish Creek 4899 E. I-20., 817.441.1746. 11am-9pm Sun.-Thu.; 11am-10pm Fri.; noon-10pm Sat. $$ southwest Fort Worth

Blue Mesa Bar & Grill 600 S. University Dr., 817.332.6372. Other Location: 1586 E. Southlake Blvd., Southlake, 817.416.0055. Fort Worth: 11am-10pm Mon.-Thu.; 11am-11pm Fri.-Sat.; 9am-10pm Sun. $$

Bonnell’s Fine Texas Cuisine 4259 Bryant Irvin Rd., 817.738.5489. Lunch Hours 11:30am2:30pm Tues.-Fri.; Dinner 5:30pm-9pm Tues.-Sat. Closed Sun.-Mon. $$$ Buffalo West 7101 Camp Bowie W. 817.732.2370. mo.-wed. 4pm-11pm Mon.-Fri.; 11am-11pm Sat.; 11am-9pm Sun. $-$$$

Lanny’s Alta Cocina Mexicana 3405 W. 7th St., 817.850.9996. Lunch: 11:30am-2pm Tue.-Fri.; Dinner: 5:30pm-10pm Tue.-Thu.; 5:30pm10:30pm Fri.-Sat. Closed Sun.-Mon. $$$ Lonesome Dove Western Bistro 2406 N. Main St., 817.740.8810. 11:30am-2:30pm Tue.Sat.; 5pm-10pm Mon.-Thu.; 5pm-11pm Fri.-Sat. $$$

Michaels Restaurant & Ancho Chile Bar 3413 W. 7th St., 817.877.3413. 11am-2:30pm Mon.-Fri.; 5:30pm-10pm Mon.-Wed.; 5:30pm11pm Thu.-Sat. Chile Bar hours: 11am-11pm Mon.-Wed.; 11am-1am Thu.-Fri.; 5pm-1am Sat.

$

Reata 310 Houston St., 817.336.1009. 11am2:30pm, 5pm-10:30pm daily. $$ The Tavern 2755 S. Hulen St. 817.923.6200 11am10pm Mon.-Fri.; 9am-10pm Sat.; 9am-9pm Sun.

$$

Tillman's Roadhouse 2933 Crockett St., 817.850.9255. Lunch 11am-2pm Tues.-Sat.; Dinner 5:30pm-9pm Tues.-Thu.; 5:30pm-11pm Fri.-Sat.; 10:30am-4pm & 5:30pm-9pm Sun.

$$$

steaks arlington

Mac’s Steaks & Seafood Arlington: 6077 I-20 W., 817.572.0541. Colleyville: 5120 Hwy. 121, 817.318.6227. 11am-10pm Mon.-Thu.; 11am11pm Fri. & Sat.; 3pm-10pm Sun. $-$$

Trail Dust Steak House 2300 E. Lamar Ave., 817.640.6411. 11am-10pm Daily. $$$

Fort Worth

Bob’s Steak and Chop House 1300 Houston St., 817.350.4100. 5-10pm Mon.-Thu.; 5-11pm Fri. and Sat.; Closed Sun. $$$$

The Capital Grille 800 Main St., 817.348.9200. Lunch 11:30am-3pm Mon.-Fri.; Dinner 5pm10pm Mon.-Thu.; 5pm-11pm Fri.-Sat.; 4pm-9pm Sun.; lounge open daily. $$$$

Cattlemen’s Steak House 2458 N. Main St., 817.624.3945. 11am-10:30pm Mon.-Thu.; 11am11pm Fri.-Sat.; noon-9pm Sun. $$$

Del Frisco’s Double Eagle Steakhouse 812 Main St., 817.877.3999. 5pm-10pm Mon.-Thu.; 5pm-11pm Fri.-Sat.; 5pm-9pm Sun. $$$$

Grace Restaurant 777 Main St., 817.877.3388. Dining Room Hours 5:30pm-9:30pm Mon.-Sat.; Bar Hours 4pm-10pm Mon.-Sat.; Closed Sunday. $$$$

H3 Ranch 109 E. Exchange Ave., 817.624.1246. 11am-10pm Mon.-Thu.; 11am-11pm Fri.; 9am11pm Sat.; 9am-10pm Sun. $$$

Hoffbrau 1712 S. University Dr., 817.870.1952. 11am-10pm Sun.-Thu.; 11am-11pm Fri.-Sat. $$

The Keg Steakhouse & Bar 5760 SW Loop 820, 817.731.3534. Other locations: 4001 Arlington Heights Blvd., #101, Arlington, 817.465.3700. Fort Worth: 4pm-midnight Mon.-Sat.; 4pm-11pm Sun. $$$

Mercury Chop House 301 Main St., 817.336.4129. 11am-10pm Mon.-Thu.; 11am11pm Fri.; 3pm-11pm Sat.; 3pm-10pm Sun. $$$

M&M Steakhouse 1106 N.W. 28th St., 817.624.0612. Cash only. 5pm-11pm Tue.-Sat. $$

Riscky’s Steakhouse 120 E. Exchange Ave., 817.624.4800.11am-9pm Sun.-Mon.; 11am-10pm Tue.-Thu.; 11am-11pm Fri.-Sat. $$-$$$

Ruth’s Chris 813 Main St., 817.348.0080. 5pm-10 pm Mon.-Thu.; 5pm-11pm Fri.-Sat.; 4pm-9pm Sun. $$$

Silver Fox Steakhouse 1651 S. University Dr., 817.332.9060. Other location: 1235 William D. Tate, Grapevine, 817.329.6995. 4pm-10pm Mon.Sat. $$$

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Buffalo Gap Steakhouse And Cantina 1470 Hwy. 377, 817.573.4471.11am-9pm Sun.-Thu.; 11am-11pm Fri.-Sat. $$ graPevine/Southlake/ Colleyville

J.R.’S Steakhouse 5400 Hwy. 121, 817.355.1414. 4pm-lounge; 5pm-10pm Mon.-Sat.; Closed Sun. $$$

Kirby’s Steakhouse 3305 E. Hwy. 114, Southlake, 817.410.2221. 5pm-10pm daily. $$$

Old Hickory Steakhouse Restaurant Gaylord Texan Hotel & Convention Center, 1501 Gaylord Trail, 817.778.2215 (after 5pm, 817.778.2280). Nightly, 4:30pm-10pm. $$$$

Each month we will present our readers with an obscure detail shot from somewhere in fort worth, courtesy of photographer brian luenser. We will provide the clues, and you will have the opportunity to guess where the shot was taken at fwtx.com/articles/where-may-14. The following month we will include the full photo as well as a new obscure detail shot. Here are this month’s clues:

1. It was founded by the Methodist Episcopal Church South in 1890 and originally called Polytechnic College.

2 For a period of time, it was “No Boys Allowed.”

reveal from last month Fourth floor on the east side of the Convention Center parking garage looking out to the Santa Fe sign sitting atop the Fort Worth Center of the University of Texas at Arlington

To celebrate the Fort Worth Food +

published a commemorative cookbook highlighting favorite recipes submitted by the participating chefs, as well as chef profiles and other foodie features.

83 RECIPES FROM 26 OF THE AREA’S FAVORITE CHEFS ONLY $19.95 (plus shipping and handling)

Truly Beyond Compare

The owners of a local logistics company that transports goods across the globe, Juan and Sol Arango live and breathe travel. Suffice it to say, the spouses desire precision performance in all the vehicles they operate, including the two in their own personal fleet: a Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG GT for him and an SL550 convertible for her.

“Of all the cars on the market today, we bought the Mercedes-Benz because it’s a top-of-the-line, luxurious and technologically advanced driving machine,” Juan said. “Both the SLS and the SL are very appealing vehicles that handle and drive extremely well.”

The Southlake couple bought both cars from Park Place Motorcars Grapevine — an experience about which they rave.

“Their attention to detail and customer service goes above and beyond expectations,” said

Juan, who has purchased several cars from the dealership over the past five years. “From the professionals at curbside to the service department and the sales staff, Sol and I have always felt very welcome and never had anything but great experiences when we’ve needed assistance.”

It’s the unrivaled service that Park Place consistently delivers that has them hooked, the Arangos say.

“If you’re looking for excellent follow-up and detailed customer service, Park Place is the dealer to buy from,” Juan said. “The service we receive from these folks is truly beyond compare.”