Fort Worth Magazine - November 2014

Deck the Halls

Fort Worth, Texas

Holiday House

You are invited to tour Fort Worth, Texas magazine’s Holiday House located in the prestigious Montserrat neighborhood.

Nov. 8 – Nov. 23

Monday – Saturday 11 am to 5 pm

Sunday 12 pm – 5 pm

Admission: $10

Purchase a new subscription to Fort Worth, Texas magazine for $20 and touring is free. ($10 of your subscription will go to Ronald McDonald House Fort Worth.)

Mark your calendars for Ronald McDonald House special parties at the Holiday Home: Sip & Shop – Wed., Nov. 12 & Cocoa and Cookies with Santa – Thurs., Nov. 20. For information contact Nancy Jeter at 817.820.8936.

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November 2014

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Fort Worth Uncorked

From what’s trending according to local wine experts and how to spot a bad bottle to cooking with wine and basic serving protocol, our annual wine-lovers’ feature won’t leave you thirsty. by

Judie Byrd

60 Soldier, Civilian, in Transition Navigating their own perceptions of the service, the impact the service had on their lives, and the stereotypes projected on them by civilians who can’t and perhaps don’t want to understand is a whole new type of battle for veterans. by Allana Wooley

70 Sixteen Days of Christmas Fort Worth, Texas magazine’s Holiday House brings festive holiday cheer in November for tourgoers. Proceeds benefit the Ronald McDonald House of Fort Worth. by Lexi Johnson

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2014 Culinary Awards by FWTX Staff

Chester Cox of Kent & Co. Wines

Hometown Heroes

Presented by TXO

The Prince Family

Fort Worth Stock Show Syndicate, A Wish With Wings, Colonial Kids, Liberty House and more

The Prince family doesn’t slow down. Dad Scott is the President and CEO for Pilot Logistics Services, the largest provider of fuel solutions to the North American energy and marine industry, when he’s not volunteering as the chairman for the Fort Worth Stock Show Syndicate.

“I’ve been with them [FWSSS] for 15 years. The organization combines my passion for Fort Worth’s western heritage and supporting children,” Scott said.

His 15-year-old son Ryan attends Fort Worth Country Day and plays football when he’s not winning the Outstanding Youth in Philanthropy award (twice).

Mom Cynthia cares for children all over Fort Worth when she’s not caring for her own—her heart is either with her son and his friends flipping pancakes on a Saturday morning, at Cook Children’s Medical Center, or a Wish with Wings as a devoted board member.

“I love my local community and I love my Wish kids. My heart and soul is with the kids,” Cynthia said.

Ryan volunteers with his school and church, but his passion is also with recovering veterans at the Liberty House, which provides them free rehabilitation, and Colonial Kids For A Cause, a group of children who raise up to $25,000 a year during the Colonial Golf Tournament with their “LemonAid” stand.

“The thought that you’ve helped someone out makes your day better. It fills your heart and makes you happy,” Ryan said.

TXO chases oil throughout North America, but we proudly call Fort Worth our home. So to us, Fort Worth is not just where we work; it’s a place we love. TXO’s pledge to be a good corporate neighbor is one we take seriously and look forward to growing through initiatives like sponsoring these organizations and also by supporting other community events. TXO’s philanthropic endeavors make a significant difference to numerous organizations, through community development, social services, health and medical causes and education. To learn more, visit our website at www.txo.com facebook.com/TXOLLC twitter @TXO_LLC

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According to Heywood Sip, Swirl, Swallow: For the Love of Wine 134 Up Close Kristin Jaworski by Gail Bennison 138

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

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fwdish Culinary ventures in and around town

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

200 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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I love the BenjamIn FranklIn quote used in the opening of our Fort Worth Uncorked wine-lovers’ feature where one of our country’s Founding Fathers states, “Wine is sure proof that God loves us and wants us to be happy!” I agree with good ol’ Ben. Hence, we dedicate editorial to this wonderful, fruity topic every November.

Chester Cox is featured on our cover as the poster boy for our wine coverage and shares with us five faults to look for when you’re the one who ordered the wine at a restaurant. Well known from his decade at Del Frisco’s Double Eagle Steak House, Chester is now the service manager, wine sommelier and hospitality master at Kent & Co. Wines.

If you haven’t heard of Kent & Co., it’s the eclectic and chic wine bar that Will Churchill and Corrie Watson opened in an old typewriter repair shop on West Magnolia earlier this year. If you need your car serviced at a Frank Kent dealership, simply make an appointment and drop it off at Kent & Co., and they will take it to the dealership for you to be serviced, take you to work or back home and pick you up and deliver you to your waiting vehicle at the dealership when it is ready. That, my friends, is Cadillac service (even if you own a Honda or a Hyundai or any of the other Frank Kent brands).

Our wine issue also serves you an extensive listing of local wine events in the area for November and December. Where can you go on Sunday, Nov. 2, to celebrate fine food and wine, experience terrific entertainment and hang with really fun people? Bites & Flights, West 7th's first major food and wine event. Sponsored by Fort Worth, Texas magazine, Bites and Flights will provide entertainment by several live bands throughout the day while you enjoy a profusion of cuisine samplings from West 7th eateries, along with wine samplings from numerous Texas wineries. For more information on this event and others, turn to page 56.

Also in this issue is our annual 2014 culinary awards list (page 95). From fried chicken and champagne from Max’s Wine Dive, to the Cowboy Murrin burger at Rodeo Goat, this year’s list is sure to give you some new eateries to try.

Finally, as we are entering the holiday season, we are pleased to present you with an opportunity to be inspired at our Fort Worth, Texas magazine Holiday House (page 70). Located in the Montserrat development, this 8,500-squarefoot home, sitting on 2.5 acres and formerly owned by PGA golfer Rory Sabbatini, has been transformed into a Christmas idea showcase complete with stunning holiday décor. Furnished and decorated by local designers, most of the items in the home are for sale. The home will be open for touring from Saturday, Nov. 8, through Sunday, Nov. 23. All touring proceeds benefit the Ronald McDonald House of Fort Worth.

So as we approach the holiday season, spend some time in the community with friends and family whether it be over a glass of good wine or getting some decorating ideas at our Holiday House tour.

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With local ties to pretty much everyone in Fort Worth’s food world, Judie Byrd was the perfect writer to catch up with experts about what is trending in the wine world. As November is our annual wine issue, Judie writes about cooking with wine, how to tell if a bottle is bad and the basics of serving wine, including the right temperature and glassware. Read more in our cover story on page 50.

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Gail Bennison is a devoted mom to two grown children, Blake and Lindsay, and Nana to two grandchildren, Ryan and Allison. She is a North Texas journalist who enjoys writing about people, art and culture, and history. This month Gail contributes a book review on tough Texas women (page 34) and a piece in our Scoop section that will excite gun enthusiasts (page 17). Gail also provides an up-close look at Kristin Jaworski, Trail Boss for the Fort Worth Herd (page 134).

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Holland Sanders, style extraordinaire, is a blogger who loves celebrating the evolving world of fashion. Through her blog, Haute Holland, she introduces readers to the hottest trends and latest fashion topics. Flip to page 44 to see which color she is crushing on for winter. Cobalt blue is a must in your closet this season.

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Kyle Whitecotton resides in Denver and teaches English full-time at Red Rocks Community College in Lakewood. When he is not writing or teaching, Kyle enjoys fishing, skiing and hiking (pretty much anything outdoors) throughout the Rocky Mountains. In the Escapes feature in this issue (page 26), Kyle writes about trendy travel gadgets to make trips less stressful. Kyle suggests items that can track lost luggage, block out background noise, purify water and reduce the effects of jetlag. Traveling will never be the same again.

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Lexi Johnson has a passion for fashion and style, and she loves local product. She is a senior journalism major at TCU and aspires to work in all outlets of journalism to exercise all of her creativity. This month Lexi writes about current events in our Scoop section (beginning on page 17) and about Fort Worth, Texas magazine’s Holiday House (page 70). The home brings festive holiday cheer in November for tourgoers, and the proceeds benefit the Ronald McDonald House of Fort Worth.

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Are you a taco snob?

Jessica Llanes reviews Velvet Taco this month and says that even the most ardent taco elitist will enjoy the creations of this establishment on West 7th. Imaginative toppings and a made-from-scratch philosophy sets Velvet Taco apart in an already saturated market. Turn to page 178 to read Not Your Ordinary Taco.

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Courtney Dabney is a hometown girl, with degrees from Arlington Heights (where she now serves on the PTSA), TCU and Dallas Theological Seminary. She published her first book, Praying for Miracles: Exploring the Rational and Biblical Basis for Believing in Wonder-Working God, just more than a year ago. With a background in hotel and restaurant management, she has served as our food critic for the past five years. This month she reviewed what she refers to as a “tried and true” Fort Worth staple (page 180).

Courtney says that while some sushi restaurants focus on what is new and next, Sushi Axiom has been consistently serving fresh sushi for years.

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Allana Wooley is a senior working toward a double major in Anthropology and Writing at TCU. While she stubbornly refuses to admit to her impending graduation, she hopes to make a life writing or publishing. She plans to find a job teaching or writing overseas so she can spend her free time reading, running and exploring. This month, in honor of veterans, Allana writes a sobering feature about what soldiers face when they return to a civilian world. She writes, “Navigating their own perceptions of the service, the impact the service had on their lives, and the stereotypes projected on them by civilians who can’t and perhaps don’t want to understand is a whole new type of battle.” To read more, turn to page 60.

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Jessy Diamba, our fall intern, moved here from France when he was 8 years old. He plans on someday working as a journalist for a major English or French TV news network. Jessy wants to travel the world and cover breaking news on topics that matter. This month, he contributed a feature on the third annual Live Thankfully food drive (page 124) and some shorter pieces on current happenings in Fort Worth (starting on page 17). Let your voice be heard

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Deck the Halls

Be sure to check out this month’s issue featuring the Fort Worth, Texas magazine Holiday House. Top local designers will show how festively they can decorate a space to celebrate the season. The home will be open for touring from Nov. 8 – Nov. 23.

Designs Worth Doing

Voted as one of the magazine’s most beautiful women in 2013, Amy Walton now provides tips for home decorating and easy DIY projects in her video blog called Designs Worth Doing. Check it out on our website.

Dream Home virtual Tour

Our 2014 Dream Home touring is over, but if you want to get a look at the home, you can visit fwtx.com. We have the virtual tour on our website where you can easily visit each room with just the click of your mouse.

Wine Talk

For our wine feature this month, Judie Byrd spoke with a local sommelier about the faults to look out for when getting into a new bottle of wine. Visit fwtx.com to see what the expert has to say.

Gravy Train

Cooking columnist Nancy Farrar serves up her stressfree Thanksgiving suggestions in this issue. She also shared her secret for keeping those lumps out of the turkey gravy in November’s cooking video found at fwtx.com

Online Medical Directory: Fort Worth’s no. 1 online source for finding doctors and hospitals

For years, Fort Worth magazine readers have used the annual Top Docs issue to select a doctor. These same readers can now go to fwtx.com/directory/docs to locate a physician in the area with our new Online Medical Directory that is searchable by the doctor’s name, practice name, location and specialty.

Staying connected with the latest local happenings

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The growing number of new target shooting enthusiasts is different from established shooters, according to a recent study by the National Shooting Sports Foundation. Those who have taken up target shooting in the last five years are younger and female — with females representing the fastest growing segment of the firearm industry by far. Also, they are city and suburban dwellers. Over a three-year period from 2009 to 2012, target shooting participation increased by 6.4 million. Firearms sales increased 88 percent over the last decade.

Two Tarrant County entrepreneurs are using their unique talents to take advantage of this flourishing industry.

Several years ago, Abby Walker earned her concealed carry permit and carried her gun in the zipper compartment of her Gucci handbag. One day, she lifted the gun out of her bag and discovered that her lipstick had gone through the trigger guard. “It scared me to death,” Walker says. “I knew I couldn’t safely carry in a bag that did not have a dedicated compartment to a handgun.”

Walker didn’t like the available products, so she designed her own. “The bags had to be safe, secure, readily accessible in a separate compartment, sourced from and manufactured in America,

and, of course, be high quality and stylish,” she says.

Four years in the making, the result is the Aegis handbag. Walker’s bags are available in high quality leather and fabrics in four styles named after Greek goddesses: Athena, Diana, Artemis and Irene. Aegis handbags in a variety of colors cost about $300. They can be purchased locally at Leddy’s Ranch at Sundance, Fort Worth, Lone Star Guns Gallery & Gear, Weatherford and online at aegisbags.com.

Whitesboro auto dealer, Matt Johnson, is gearing up to open the Defender Outdoors Shooting Center, which is located at 2900 Shotts St., two miles west of downtown Fort Worth. It has a 41,000-square-foot indoor training facility and a 5,600-squarefoot retail space. A temporary retail space is already open for business.

Defender Outdoors will provide a full-time gunsmith, private event space, and regularly scheduled training and firearm safety classes for all levels of shooters, Johnson says. Available for purchase are hunting licenses, pistols, rifles, shotguns, ammo, firearm customizations and more.

“Anytime you can get gun owners practicing, learning and experiencing what happens with their guns, that’s only going to lead to more safety,” Johnson says.

Tiffany Harris, director of Marketing & Client Experience, is also the resident firearms instructor, certified in Concealed Handgun Licenses and five NRA disciplines. Harris specializes in teaching the “empowered, fashionable, Texas gal” basic pistol education, range safety, concealed carry, home defense, and specific courses for college students and mothers.

Offering 34 shooting lanes with a Simunition House and 24-hour monitored security system, 28 lanes will be dedicated to pistol shooting. Six lanes will be for rifle shooting — the only civilian indoor rifle range at 85-yards long in Tarrant County.

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Colonial Country Club teamed up with nike Golf to present the first-ever annual nike Golf ColleGiate invitational. Oregon held the 36-hole lead before closing with a 3-over 283, which tied for the best round of the day with Stanford.

The event brought Nike Golf’s top collegiate golf programs to Fort Worth, from Oct. 5 - 7. “With Colonial’s rich history and

tradition, playing host to one of the longest running events on the PGA Tour coupled with Nike Golf’s state-of-the-art research and development facility, The Oven, makes Colonial Country Club the ideal place to host this inaugural tournament,” said Cricket Musch, sports marketing director of College, Amateur and Junior Golf at Nike Golf. “Our partnership with Colonial Country Club and the City of Fort Worth will offer an unforgettable experience for these top college golf programs.”

PGA Tour players descend on Fort Worth each spring to play in the Crowne Plaza Invitational at Colonial and compete for the opportunity to don the famed plaid jacket. When asked about his plans for the event, Colonial member and Nike Golf Collegiate Invitational Tournament Chairman Kip Adams said, “We couldn’t be more excited to work with Nike Golf to host this event. It is a remarkable opportunity to provide a PGA Tour-like experience to these golfers – many of whom will undoubtedly play in the Crowne Plaza Invitational at Colonial in the years to come.”

The 2015 Nike Golf Collegiate Invitational will be hosted by Pumpkin Ridge Golf Club outside of Portland, OR, and will return to Colonial Country Club in 2016. —Jessy Diamba

a fter spendin G part of his Childhood in m exiCo, Chef Kevin Martinez of Tokyo Café became fascinated with street food, leading him to bring fresh food to the streets of Fort Worth.

YATAI food kart officially started business Oct. 3, presenting a menu of fresh ingredients that will change with the seasons.

On the menu you will find items like dashi braised pork shoulder with watercress, chili paste and pickles. When the weather begins to cool down, dishes like spicy miso ramen, udon and tempura will be added to the menu.

“Every time we roll out, we have different, fresh ingredients. It’s more challenging this way, but we like to serve a better product.”

You can find YATAI in front of Velvet Box off West 7th Street from 9 a.m. – 2 p.m. every Friday and Saturday. Once YATAI is settled into a permanent routine, the hours will change.

One thing Martinez wants all current and future customers to know is the true quality of their product. “Every product we choose is respected and taken care of. We hope that when you eat food off YATAI, you feel good about what you just put into your body.”

Right now, YATAI is only in Fort Worth, but they will not rule out venturing to Dallas in the future.

To Martinez, working at YATAI is not just your everyday job; it is a “labor of love.”

Follow YATAI on Facebook for location updates at Facebook.com/ yataifw. —Lexi Johnson

Your Destination to Better Health. Now in Fort Worth.

What Physicians are Saying

About Forest Park Medical Center Fort Worth:

Forest Park Medical Center takes great pride in its top-tier team of physicians, who each play a pivotal role in providing compassionate care. Gastroenterologist Dr. Josh George couldn’t be happier with his decision to join the hospital’s ranks. “Being in a physician-led environment allows us to provide today’s technology to patients while being actively involved in getting state-of-theart care to them as soon as it’s available,” George explains. “What I also like and find very unique is that Forest Park allows us to provide an excellent environment for our patients but in a very cost-effective way.”

Surgery-related anxiety can be hard on patients and their loved ones, but that’s not an issue at Forest Park, Dr. George says. “The hospital works overtime to ensure we’re providing top-notch service in a patient-focused facility with hopes of reducing this anxiety and making it an easier experience for everyone,” he says. Being able to do all of that in a facility where everyone, in every department, has a similar vision of “providing cutting-edge care in a patient-friendly environment” is what truly makes Forest Park Medical Center a special place, Dr. George adds.

Josh George, MD Gastroenterology

Big Voices From DFW

Luke Wade and Reagan James from the Metroplex are both competing to be the winner of NBC’s The Voice. From Burleson, Reagan James had both Blake Shelton and Gwen Stefani spinning their chairs in the first seconds of her blind audition.

James chose Blake Shelton as her coach after he commended her for her unique voice.

“I love your voice, and I love how sometimes you can take your voice and turn it into the mix of a falsetto and full voice…I just think that we haven’t ever heard anybody like you on this show, and I just think that you are very special,” said Shelton.

James said the most challenging part of the show is traveling back and forth from Texas to California, but working with Blake Shelton makes it more than worth the while.

“There’s no way to describe what it’s like to get to hang out with the great Blake Shelton. He’s one of the most authentic and caring people I’ve ever met.”

Luke Wade from Fort Worth is also a strong competitor on the show for team Pharrell Williams.

Wade won his first battle round singing Maybe I’m Amazed, leading Adam Levine to say he is the best singer in the competition right now.

In an interview with The Dallas Morning News, Wade said he isn’t surprised that he has made it this far.

“I never really doubted that this is where I should be. I’ve been working really hard, and I’m proud of where I am at and what I can do.”

Both can be seen working to advance every week on Mondays and Tuesdays on NBC.

—Lexi Johnson

Zip Zip Hooray

Typically, putting sharks and babies together would not be considered the brightest idea. However, for Fort Worth’s Stephanie and Brett Parker, ABC’s Shark Tank and their company, Sleeping Baby, were a match made in entrepreneurial heaven.

When their young daughter began expressing discomfort in her bedtime swaddle and wriggling out of it to roll around each night, the Parkers knew they had to come up with a safe alternative. Stephanie took to her sewing machine and came up with the Zipadee-Zip, a product that would calm their daughter’s “startle reflex and provide her the cozy womblike environment she loved so much but still give her the freedom to roll over and wiggle around her crib safely.”

The Parkers soon found that they were not alone in this tough transition away from the swaddle. Online blogs and friends with young children soon convinced the pair the issue was prevalent enough to justify starting a business.

Starting out with just $700 to create a website, the Parkers made the Zipadee-Zips as orders rolled in, gradually building a devoted following. This enabled the duo to land a spot on ABC’s Shark Tank, appearing in the September season premiere.

In the end, it was Daymond John who offered the Parkers $200,000 for a 20 percent stake in the company. Accepting this offer, the Parkers will soon be growing their little business to continue “Inspiring Dreams One Night At A Time.”

Zipadee-Zips can be purchased online at zipadeezip.com. —Allana Wooley

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Travel Tools

Whether you journey by plane, train or automobile, just over a state line or across an entire ocean, traveling seems to always invite unwanted stress and discomfort. Thankfully, there are travel gadgets to remedy whatever unpleasant travel nuisance you might face.

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F rom TraCKiNG loST luGGaGE To BloCKiNG ouT ExCESS BaCKGrouNd NoiSE, TravEl GadGETS maKE liFE oN THE road a liTTlE lESS roCKy. This month we look at some of the best travel gadgets on the market and consider how they can improve your next getaway.

Trakdot and BluNio [$50$60] Few things ruin a holiday or business trip like luggage gone astray, so waving goodbye to your only change of underwear as it vanishes into the airport abyss can make for an anxious farewell. Stress no more. With the Trackdot luggage tracker, you can keep tabs on your skivvies no matter where they go. BlueNio Tag offers another great way to keep up with your travel accessories. For easily misplaced carry-on items, including tablets, purses, and even small family members, BluNio tracks and detects motion in items up to 165 feet away using your phone’s Bluetooth. (trakdot. com, bluenio.com)

SteriPEN Traveler

[$50] Not all of your world travels will afford

clean water directly from the tap or shiny liters of bottled water at the convenient store. Thankfully, there is a quick and easy solution. With the SteriPEN Traveler your travel parameters won’t be dictated by the availability of uncontaminated water. Using UV light to fight a wide variety of bacteria, viruses, and protozoan cysts, this handy water-purifying pen keeps you and your family healthy while traveling to locations with unreliable water quality. Just one set of AA lithium batteries can sanitize 200 halfliter servings of water. (steripen. com/traveler)

J-Pillow and Hoodie Pillow [$25-$50] Anyone who has tried to snooze on a crowded airplane knows just how difficult, and sometimes painful, it can be, especially without the convenience of a window seat. Thankfully, travellers with the ingenuity for problem-solving have provided alternatives to leaning against neighbors or resting on tray tables. The J-Pillow, shaped like a 3D letter J, is specifically designed to promote good posture while supporting your head from multiple angles and preventing it from falling forward. The more chic Hoodie Pillow offers naptime comfort with the added feature of a comfortable sweatshirt fleece hood.

olloclip 3-in-1 [$50] Today’s high-definition cell phone camera makes traveling sans bulky digital camera a breeze, but even the newest models have their limits. Enhance your creative options with the Olloclip 3-in-1, offering fisheye, wide-angle, and macro capability in one clip-on lens. Olloclip lenses are small, easy to pack, and boost the capability of your phone’s stock camera. So leave that bulky camera at home, and travel light while still taking great photos. (olloclip.com)

The hood blocks light while the inflatable pillow comfortably cradles the neck from all angles. (jpillow.com; hoodiepillow.com)

Clever Travel Companion [$20-$30] Leaving the safety of your own home can be a scary endeavor, but fear should never keep you from traveling far and wide. Protect yourself from pickpockets worldwide while looking fashionable with Clever Travel Companion’s 100% pickpocketproof travel gear. From underwear to t-shirts and tank tops, these garments contain secret, zippered pockets that make stashing cash, credit cards, passports and other valuables both easy and comfortable.

Clever Travel Companion clothing was created by experienced travelers who remain dedicated to their fellow travellers by providing and discussing safe travel tips on their website. (clevertravelcompanion.com)

Franklin Speaking Global EST-7014 [$165] Whether your

Bose QuietComfort 25 acoustic Noise-Cancelling Headphones [$300] Noise-cancelling headphones mean your favorite travel soundtrack is unaffected by the roar of the plane’s engine, the loquacious passenger beside you, and the crying baby three rows back. Noise-cancelling headphones made by Bose, however, mean that your favorite travel soundtrack becomes your own private concert with unmatched sound quality. And with Bose QuietComfort’s inline microphone and remote, controls are at your fingertips and phone calls are just a convenient click away. This travel gadget also works well at home, in crowded coffee shops and business meetings.

At Texas Health Harris Methodist Hospital Fort Worth, our compassionate approach to patient care and advanced techniques make us the destination for cardiac care. As an accredited Chest Pain Center and Primary Stroke Center, our team is ready to deal with any heart concern you may face. We even offer an online Heart Health risk assessment to find your heart age and determine factors that put you at risk. If you’re shown to have increased risks, you may want to consider visiting our Heart Health Center, where we’ll conduct further screenings and tailor a care plan just for you.

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travels are for business or pleasure, being a unilingual traveler in a multilingual world can be a challenge. Inexperience with languages like French, Italian, Japanese, and Russian can also be a roadblock to some of the best travel locations on earth. So rather than limit yourself to countries that speak your language, pack the Franklin Speaking Global EST-7014 in your carry-on and start communicating like a local. In addition to words and phrases in 14 different languages, this sophisticated electronic translator offers a full-color screen, currency converter, calendar and onboard travel guide for easy eating and shopping around the world.

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healing through art

The Art Station celebrates 10 years with Public Figures Private Artists

| by gail bennison |

Some are coping with depression, anxiety, grief and loss, developmental delays and school problems due to low selfesteem or attention issues. Others are looking to increase selfdiscovery and potential for growth.

Since opening in 2004, The Art Station in Fort Worth, founded by Jane Avila, has provided individual and group art therapy to more than 7,000 children and adults. The nonprofit’s mission is to provide a safe and encouraging environment where art-making can be used to promote personal growth, uplift hearts and help heal minds and bodies.

On Oct. 22 a unique inaugural benefit event, Public Figures Private Artists, was held as part of The Art Station’s 10th anniversary celebration.

Twenty-nine business and community leaders created and donated a work of art for the event’s art auction—paintings, sketches, sculpture, photography and mixed media. Artists included Congresswoman Kay Granger; attorney, Marvin Blum; Tim McKinney, President and CEO of United Way of Tarrant County; Pam Minick, host of two cable television shows: “Gentle Giants” on RFD-TV and “American Rancher” on FamilyNet; and photographers B.J. Lacasse and Brian Luenser, to name a few.

Lee Moncrief is involved in philanthropic

endeavors and discovered the benefits of art therapy after a serious car accident. Through the joys of painting, Moncrief creates beautiful paintings of nature and the outdoors.

Civic leaders Andy and Dawn Taft served as Honorary Co-Chairs. Andy is president of Downtown Fort Worth, Inc. Dawn is well known for her oil paintings of nature, landscape, portraits, still life and animals.

“We are big believers in what Jane is doing there,” Dawn Taft says. “We first saw The Art Station when they had all of these decorated bras on exhibit. They were artwork pieces from women who were going through breast cancer at different stages. This was part of the group therapy used as a cathartic measure. Jane is all about using art for therapy, whether it’s a kindergartener or a veteran,” Taft says. “They don’t turn down anybody for lack of funds, and like most organizations, are seeking more funding.”

Peggy Marshall, CEO of The Art Station, says that most people are unaware that business and community leaders are also accomplished artists. “They have pursued art for many reasons,” Marshall says. “It reduces stress, provides a means of relaxation and offers a means of expression unlike anything else they do. It fosters self-discovery and helps manage the pain of chronic illnesses, and much more,” she says.

“At The Art Station, we believe that everyone has an artist deep within and that all too frequently that artist gets shut down early in life for a variety of reasons,” Marshall says. “We believe that the process of art-making enhances our lives in so many ways. We hope this event encouraged more individuals to explore art-making.

“We also want to increase awareness of the valuable services that The Art Station

has provided to this community since opening its doors 10 years ago.”

Art therapists are professionals trained in both the visual arts and psychotherapy. They hold a master or doctoral level degree in art therapy or a related field. Art therapists work with children, adolescents, and adults and provide services to individuals, couples, families, groups and communities.

The Art Station founder, Jane Avila, is a licensed clinical social worker and art therapist.

“Making art with a licensed counselor who has a degree and/or extensive, specialized training in art therapy can help individuals deal with many different kinds of life challenges and opportunities,” Avila says.

“Making art in a therapeutic setting creates a visual language that provides clarity and impact, especially when words alone are difficult, painful or inaccessible.”

Avila is looking to the next decade, which she believes will bring even more opportunities for healing and growth.

The Art Station is housed in the renovated historic Fire Station #16 located at 1616 Park Place Ave. in Fort Worth. For more information, visit theartstation.org.

For more information on exhibits and performances, go to fwtx.com and click on culture.

Green’s Girls

Pat Green is in good company with his latest tune. The Texan released a new single, Girls From Texas, with Houston native Lyle Lovett joining him on the mid-tempo song.

| by Jessy Diamba |

Capturing water

Navigating the West: George Caleb Bingham and the River will be on display at the Amon Carter Museum of American Art through Jan. 18, 2015.

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eor G e Caleb b in G ham (1811–1879) move D to m issouri as a C hil D an D be G an paintin G the s C enes of m issouri life for whi C h he is now famous. Navigating the West explores how Bingham’s iconic river paintings reveal the cultural and economic significance of the massive Mississippi and Missouri waterways to society of the mid-19th century.

Girls From Texas is presumably from an upcoming new album. Green’s last studio record, What I’m For, was released in 2011, but he also released Songs We Wish We’d Written, a collection of some of his favorite hits, in 2012.

While the singer hasn’t revealed too many details about the new set of tunes (although he did hint last year that his next album had collaborations with Lovett, Sheryl Crow, Delbert McClinton and Marc Broussard), he insists he isn’t trying to fit into mainstream country with any of his projects.

“I feel like all of my records have sounded like me,” Green told the Dallas Observer. “There’s no doubt about it; when you’re making records with Dann Huff, you know exactly how the record is going to sound, and the production will leave nothing rough around the edges, noth-

ing dangling. Also, when you’re making records for the big labels, there’s always pressure to produce a hit, and I didn’t feel that pressure with this new record. I felt really calm as I put this one together.”

While Green has filled much of his career by performing all over the country, including plenty of shows in the Lone Star State, he admits his career takes a backseat to time with his wife and children. “I think that’s why I stopped doing 200 shows a year … I was getting anxiety, it was making me sick at my stomach, and I had fear and all these other feelings injected into me because I was afraid I was going to miss them doing something great or miss something bad happening and couldn’t be there. I do a lot of other work now so that I can work less on the road.”

Girls From Texas is available to download on iTunes.

The exhibition will be featuring 16 iconic river paintings and 50 drawings, revealing for the first time how Bingham created his art and artistic persona at a time when American painting, like the country, was dramatically shifting. Then and now, our nation’s waterways—how they are used, controlled and the lives of the people closest to them—remain a current and important issue.

A monitor on display in the exhibition highlights the artist’s creative process, and guests will enjoy an interactive area that lets them channel their inner Bingham by tracing his figures onto canvas. All ages are invited to participate.

Andrew J.Walker, director of the Amon Carter Museum, and Margaret C. Conrads, deputy director of art and research, worked with a number of leading curators and art history professionals to pen a follow-along book about the exhibition, released by Yale

Navigating the West: George Caleb Bingham and the River Through Jan. 18, 2015 Free admission cartermuseum.org

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University Press in late October.

Focusing on the artist’s working methods and preparatory drawings, the book also explores Bingham’s representations of people and places and situates these images in a dialogue with other contemporary depictions of the region. Of particular note are two landmark essays investigating Bingham’s creative process through comparisons of infrared images of 17 of his paintings with both his preparatory drawings and the completed works, casting new light on his previously understudied process. Technical analysis of the artist’s lauded masterpiece, Fur Traders Descending the Missouri, reveals Bingham’s considerable revisions to the painting. In the concluding essay, the 20th-century revival of the artist’s work is discussed within the context of American Regionalism and in light of a shifting sequence of narratives about the nation’s past and future. The book will be distributed for the Amon Carter Museum of Art, as well as the Saint Louis Art Museum. The exhibition has been organized by both the Amon Carter Museum of American Art and the Saint Louis Art Museum. It is supported in part by generous grants from the Henry Luce Foundation and the National Endowment for the Arts. The Fort Worth presentation is supported by the Mr. And Mrs. Raymond J. Horowitz Foundation for the Arts and the Crystelle Waggoner Charitable Trust, Bank of America, N.A., Trustee.

Imagine a time in t exas when women swapped bread for meat with peaceful i ndians and shot cannons through cabin doorways to ward off the hostile ones.

Throughout centuries, resilient women of the Lone Star State built ranches, defended their homes and children, doctored cowhands and nurtured livestock through unforgiving winters and long droughts and drove them up the cattle trails.

“Texas would not be Texas without those remarkable women,” says Fort Worth teacher and author, Carmen Goldthwaite.

Goldthwaite tells the stories of three centuries of these women around the state—in its preceding roles as both Spanish and Mexican province before becoming the Republic of Texas—in her new book, Texas Ranch Women: Three Centuries of Mettle and Moxie.

The seventh-generation Texan’s love of Texas history began when Goldthwaite was a little girl growing up in Alice, Texas. She was helping her mother, Kathryn Fitch Goldthwaite, dig in flowerbeds and unearth Texas Revolutionary War relics.

“I wanted to write about the women whose stories weren’t known,” Goldthwaite says. “I knew that in my female family history, the story of an ancestor, Rachel Linn DeSpain, really got

lost, though it was her money, her faith, and her commitment to women and education, and her land that formed the basis for founding Texas Christian University in Fort Worth. It was her story and the lack of acknowledgement of her contributions that really fired my interest in telling women’s stories.”

A statue of DeSpain’s grandsons who carried out her teachings resides near the library of what the small AddRan College in Thorp Spring became—Texas Christian University in Fort Worth.

“The school they founded with their father rose on DeSpain’s pillars of influence—a school grounded in faith, one where girls could be educated, too, and with proceeds from her land,” Goldthwaite says.

After much research, Goldthwaite knew she had to narrow the confines of the profiles for Texas Ranch Women. “I went for the women who really ran the ranches themselves, either by default of death of husband or father, or by their own initiative,” she says.

The writing of her book was a 15-year process.

“There are some teachers who teach writing, and there are some writers who teach. Carmen was the latter,” says Tommy Thomason, Director, Texas Center for Community Journalism and Professor, Schieffer School of Journalism.

Thomason was one of Goldthwaite’s Texas Christian University students.

“What I found was these were the undaunted women—whether it was the 17th or 20th century. My books are to tell the story of these women, because so much of our history has been maleoriented and the women’s stories either untold or under told. That’s what I went looking for.”

Texas Ranch Women: Three Centuries of Mettle and Moxie and Texas Dames: Sassy and Savvy Women Throughout Lone Star History are available wherever books are sold.

To learn more about the author, visit carmengoldthwaite.com.

Gail Bennison

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medical marijuana

The issues are complex where the use of marijuana for treatment is concerned, and the decisions are being made on a state-by-state basis.

| by paul K. harral |

At a party in the early 1980s, a friend fighting what turned out to be a losing battle against breast cancer called me aside. She asked where she could get marijuana to help with the side effects of chemotherapy.

That was my first brush with medical marijuana. California was the first state to approve its use in 1996, followed quickly by Alaska, Washington and Maine. As of September, medical marijuana is legal in 23 states and the District of Columbia. In politically conservative Texas, action is likely on the 12th of Never.

By any measure, it’s not an easy question. Ask Dennis Thombs, professor and chair of the Department of Behavioral and Community Health in the School of Public Health at the University of North Texas Health Science Center. His research focus is on drug and alcohol use and abuse. “We’re

really concerned about the protocols and procedures that would be put in place and whether or not medical marijuana would just be a first step in increasing access to marijuana in the general population,” Thombs said. “That would, very likely, from a public health point of view, create a lot of harm.”

Dr. Darrin D’Agostino, chairman and associate professor in UNTHSC’s Department of Internal Medicine, also holds a master’s degree in public health and wrote his thesis on pain medicines, opiates in particular. “There’s this constant battle between protecting the safety of citizens and giving doctors the ability to practice medicine,” he said.

Diversion from intended use is an issue. “If the system is loose, every patient is going to be going into their physician saying, ‘Oh, I got these aches or that ache. Can you give me some marijuana?’ ” Thombs said. The active ingredient from marijuana — THC — is already incorporated in medicines such as Marinol, available in pill form and prescribed for HIV patients and others whose appetite is suppressed by their illness or its treatment, and “the safety of the medicine tends to be pretty good,” D’Agostino said. “Now the question is, ‘How is that drug going to be used differently when it’s in an inhaled form through smoking?’ ”

Like tobacco smoke, marijuana smoke contains cancer-causing chemicals and also

deposits up to four times more tar into the lungs for equal amounts of product smoked.

But, says D’Agostino, medically there seems to be some positive benefit in treating chronic pain with marijuana beyond just blocking the sensation of pain. An example is rheumatoid arthritis. “We have wonderful medicines for rheumatoid,” he said. “The ones you get over the counter kill your kidneys. Ibuprofen and like that. If you use Tylenol for the arthritic pain, it turns into a liver issue. But if you are smoking marijuana for that pain, and you are getting benefit, you have very little downside.” Proponents of legalization argue that is a justification.

The Lung Association says marijuana use is particularly harmful to youth since the part of the brain that craves pleasure matures earlier than the area that controls the ability to understand risks and consequences.

“For me, the biggest concern is that invariably when you begin to increase access to a drug, regardless of what systems we put in place, young people find it more available,” Thombs said. “It’s not a good thing for teenagers to be using any kind of drugs from a brain-development point-of-view, from a social point-of-view, from an achievementeducational point-of-view.”

Dr. Darrin D’Agostino, chairman and associate professor in the Department of Internal Medicine at the University of North Texas Health Science Center.

Dennis Thombs, professor and chair of the Department of Behavioral and Community Health in the School of Public Health at the University of North Texas Health Science Center.

One year old. More than a century in the making.

We share a long heritage serving our Texas communities. And just a year ago, Baylor Health Care System and Scott & White Healthcare became one. Today, we’re looking toward the future of health care for everyone—a future we’re building together.

We’ve increased access to quality care for patients with more than 800 access points for 5.3 million patient encounters annually. We’ve expanded our commitment to community needs through $861 million in community benefit spending.* And we’ve created the Baylor Scott & White Quality Alliance, a 3,700 physician-strong network designed to deliver a new level of wellness-based, compassionate care to our patients.

Separately, we shared a vision for a vibrant future. One year later, we share the resources to bring it to life.

Baylor Health Care System Born 1903 – Dallas, TX

Scott & White Healthcare Born 1897 – Temple, TX

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Recipes and entertaining ideas that make friends and family prefer dining in to going out

Find these and other recipes on my blog at ChefImpersonator. com. And watch my video to learn how to keep those lumps out of your turkey gravy at fwtx.com/videos.

a stress-free thanksgiving

In my kitchen, the key to a fun and stress-free Thanksgiving is planning, pre-planning and realistic expectations.

| by nancy farrar, Chef impersonator | photography by alex lepe |

Thanksgiving dinner is one of my favorite meals. i just love the savory, sweet, buttery, nutty flavors that we shield ourselves from all year long. I decided a long time ago that I would always make my family traditional favorites on Thanksgiving and not worry (too much) about calories and carbs on this one special day in which we celebrate bounty and family and friends.

I cringe just a bit when I hear folks talk about how stressed they are and how they dread the holidays. The holidays were not created to cause stress. They were created to bring us together. So this year, let’s not get caught in the trap of trying to live up to some unrealistic ideal. Make this holiday your own. Use your individual strengths to make this a happy, joyous day of thanks. Plan ahead. Focus your efforts on the things you enjoy and work to share them with others.

If tablescapes are your forte, go ahead and spend three days creating a table they’ll never forget and have others bring the desserts. If you’re the fabulous family baker, take the time you need and make your gorgeous cakes and pies and keep the sides simple. The joy disappears when we try to reach beyond our limits. And if you do decide to do it all yourself, the key to a truly happy Thanksgiving is in the planning.

My advice to help keep your workload

down is to select side dishes that can be made in advance, have relatively short prep times and are amazingly delicious alongside that succulent brown bird. I’ve been making my Grandma Peparata’s turkey stuffing recipe my entire life, as did my mom and my aunts, and now my sister and brother do as well. It includes what some might consider “unusual” ingredients for stuffing, including a good bit of sliced hot capicola, (or as Tony Soprano would say, “gabagool”) which is a red pepper-spiced, pork-derived Neopolitan salumi, some diced hard-boiled eggs and lots of Romano cheese. If you prefer, you can substitute any kind of ham for the capicola, but please try it just once with hot capicola before you decide. It’s not easy to find, but they typically carry it at Central Market.

My sweet potato casserole is a buttery, nutty gratin that pairs beautifully with the turkey. In this recipe, you can reduce the calories and sugar by completely omitting the sugar in the potato puree. The brown sugar and nut topping is a must though. Use as much or as little as you like.

And we keep the holiday green with a side of crunchy, savory Brussels sprouts made on the stovetop to conserve oven space. This dish includes crisp Granny Smith apples, mild sliced shallots and toasted walnuts and should be made fresh on Thanksgiving Day and not a day in advance.

italian turkey stuffing

• 1 loaf sliced white bread, torn into 1” pieces (just tear it into small pieces, shape doesn’t matter)

• 1 large yellow onion, diced

• 1 cup celery, diced

• 1 cup Romano cheese, grated

• 5 hard boiled eggs, cut into small chunks

• Giblets, cooked in boiling water and cut into small pieces

• ½ - ¾ lb. capicola, torn or cut into 1-inch square pieces

• 1 or 2 raw eggs to hold it together

• Salt and pepper to taste (add salt sparingly, as the cheese is already salty)

Boil giblets in a small pan for about 5 minutes, and cut into small pieces. Set aside. Tear each slice of bread into 1-inch pieces and put into large bowl. Add onion, celery, hard boiled eggs, giblets, capicola, cheese and salt and pepper and mix well. Add one raw egg to bind it together and mix well by hand. If needed, add a second raw egg.

Place stuffing into a greased casserole dish and bake uncovered at 350 degrees 20–25 minutes or until top is golden brown. Or fill turkey cavity with stuffing and cook according to directions. Serves 4.

Nancy has been making her Grandma Peparata's Italian Turkey Stuffing since she began cooking.

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SWEET POTATO CASSEROLE WITH BROWN SUGAR TOPPING

• 2 ½ cup mashed sweet potatoes

• ¼ cup butter, softened

• 2 eggs

• 1 Tbsp. vanilla

• ½ tsp. cinnamon

• ¾ cup sugar

Topping:

• ¼ cup butter

• ½ cup chopped pecans

• 3 Tbsp. flour

• ¾ cup brown sugar

Peel and cut potatoes into large slices. Boil for 20 minutes or until very tender, and drain. In mixing bowl, add potatoes, butter, eggs vanilla, cinnamon and sugar. Mix with electric mixer until smooth (or partially chunky if you desire) and pour into greased casserole.

In small bowl, mix together topping ingredients and stir well. Cover potatoes with the topping mixture, and bake at 350 degrees for 25 minutes. Serves 4.

To lighten up this recipe, omit the ¾ cup of sugar in the potato mixture. The cinnamon, vanilla and topping add plenty of sweetness, and the flavor of the sweet potatoes will shine through.

SAUTEED BRUSSELS SPROUTS WITH SHALLOTS, APPLES AND WALNUTS

• 16 oz. Brussels sprouts, halved

• 2 shallots, chopped

• 2 garlic cloves, minced

• 2 Tbsp. butter

• 2 Tbsp. olive oil

• 1 Granny Smith apple, diced into bite-sized pieces

• ¼ cup walnuts, toasted and

coarsely cut

• Sea salt and fresh pepper to taste

Heat a nonstick skillet and add butter and oil. Remove coarse end of each Brussels sprout (discard) and cut in half. Add shallots, Brussels sprouts and garlic to skillet and sauté for 15 minutes. Season with salt and pepper. Cook on medium high heat for about 10-15 minutes until Brussels sprouts are slightly tender, but still crunchy. Raise the heat and cook for an additional 2 minutes until Brussels sprouts are nicely browned. Add apple and cook for 2 minutes. Add toasted walnuts and cook another minute. Place into serving dish and enjoy. Serves 4.

As always, a special thanks to our friends at Central Market in Fort Worth for the groceries used in my recipes

Sweet Potato Casserole with Brown Sugar Topping

Italian Turkey Stuffing

Sauteed Brussels Sprouts with Shallots, Apples and Walnuts

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Fort Worth real estate report

by John Zimmerman

Why Buy Now

From frenzied to healthy, the home buying atmosphere in Forth Worth is solid and starting to balance out. It’s an especially good time for move-up buyers who are able to take advantage of relatively low interest rates and get more house for their money. The Mortgage Bankers Association are currently predicting that rates on a 30-year, fixed rate mortgage will rise to 5.1 percent by mid-2015. For those looking to avoid the increase, now is the time to start looking at your options. The good news for buyers? Although Texas has experienced record home price increases, economists report that the market is beginning to

slow down to a more moderate pace, bringing on more inventory and room for negotiations. A balanced market means continued moderation of home price appreciation, which puts less pressure on affordability for potential home buyers.

The STATE of Our NEIGHBORHOODS

With a balanced, healthy market, strong housing activity is expected to carry over into the fall/winter season. Buyers are slowing down the process but every neighborhood is feeling the benefits of relocation. Curious about how your home stacks up against others in your neighborhood? We’ve put pen to paper to provide you with a snapshot of sales, prices and big deals impacting your home…and your investment.

WHERE THE BUYERS ARE

Fort Worth is tops in Texas and ranks 4th in the nation for job growth. Recognized among the top business destinations in the world, Fort Worth continues to attract big corporations like Amazon and NGC Renewables, among others from the oil and gas, tech and energy sectors. These major corporate relocations are driving the market, bringing sophisticated buyers from all over the country to Fort Worth, looking for homes just like yours. Additionally, the foreboding increase in interest rates are expected to create a drag on home sales in 2015 as buyers take longer to purchase. Bottom line? If you’re looking to get the highest possible price for your home in the least amount of time, now is the time to sell.

Fort Worth Uncorked

From what’s trending according to local wine experts and how to spot a bad bottle to cooking with wine and basic serving protocol, our annual wine-lovers’ feature won’t leave you thirsty.

| by Judie Byrd |

Guides to the Grapes

Local wine experts talk about what’s trending now.

When thinking of an expert to discuss wine trends, long-time wine aficionado, Dana Schrick, co-owner of Schrick’s Liquors, comes to mind. Her husband, Keith, is from a long line of wine enthusiasts. The Schrick family pioneered the legal sale of alcohol in Parker Country, spearheading three elections over a 14-year period to change the dry laws in Hudson Oaks. When Dana married Keith in 1972, she embraced the wine life and continues to be very active in the wine world, increasing her knowledge each year.

“Schrick’s Liquors was the first liquor store in this county in more than 100 years,” she says. The wet status finally became law

on Oct. 10, 1992, and the Schrick’s license was received just weeks later, on Nov. 19 of the same year. They opened their store with the proverbial 99 bottles of wine on the wall. That inventory has grown each year, and they now offer more than 5,400 different wines on a daily basis.

As far as trends go, Schrick sees steady habits in local wine drinking. “Ever since the movie Sideways a few years ago, our Pinot Noir section began to boom, and it doesn’t look like it is going to slow down any time soon,” she says. “We sell Pinot Noirs from around the world, and they come in every style. We have customers who enjoy the lighter ones to the Pinots who can walk the walk and talk the talk in terms of bouquet, body and length of finish.

When describing a wine, I am prone to use colorful and descriptive analogies instead of wine terminologies. Mac McDonald from California makes Vision Cellars Pinot Noir, Santa Lucia Highlands, Monterey County, and I refer to it as my Sophia Loren because of its brilliant balance, beauty and sophistication. I can still see Sophia, in her long white evening gown, gliding across the stage and into the arms of her leading man. This Pinot literally floats over your tongue as if it was dancing. Then there is the John Waynestyled Pinots. With the Sojourn Pinot Noir, Gap’s Crown Vineyard, Sonoma Coast, I envision John Wayne striding up to mount his handsome horse and galloping off into the sunset. When you drink the Sojourn, it is rugged and bigger than life on the first sip but steadily evolves like the sun setting on the horizon.”

She notes that in our area, a third of her wine customers drink sweet reds or whites, and the other two-thirds drink dry reds. “I have not seen any change in this trend in 22 years other than people tend to be drinking wines of a higher caliber,” she says.

Schrick does see seasonal trends, noting that in the fall months, drinkers of Pinot Grigios and white blends move toward Sauvignon Blancs and more oaky Chardonnays.

She continues, “As our hunters go east or west, more Malbecs, red Zinfandels, red blends and Cabernet Sauvignons follow them

What makes an expert? Dana Schrick estimates that she tastes and judges more than 5,000 wines each year and says, “I love to dissect a wine and jot the findings in my journal, and I really enjoy arguing about a wine to the point of having to open another bottle to continue the discussion.”

to their camps to be drunk with the wild game they cook over their open fires.”

Bobby Cox has been growing Texas wine since 1972, with his first commercial vineyard planted in Lubbock in 1979. This adds up to a lot of experience, and he says he is still learning every year. He sees two interesting trends in Texas wine drinking which involve varietals and blends.

1. Varietals. The Texas wine industry market is learning to accept lesser-known European varieties that grow well in our area. These are different from the commonly known wines from California. Wines that grow well in our area include reds such as Aglanico, which is a very important grape of southern Italy. “The consensus of the industry,” says Bobby, “is that it is the third most important vine of Italy, and it is doing well in the Lubbock area, with the Oswald family planting 7.8 acres, making them the largest growers of this grape in the U.S.” He sees two more important reds, Montepulciano and Carignan. Montepulciano, an Italian vine, has adapted well to Texas conditions, and Bobby says it makes an excellent well-colored red wine that accompanies hearty Italian food especially well. The Carignan, a vine of Spain and French, blends well with two other Texas-growing vines, Mourvèdre and Tempranillo. White wines include Roussanne, a grape of southern France that fits our Texas climate well and makes a big, rich, silky, impressive wine. He names Trebbiano, a vine very important in both France and Italy, but not grown much in California. This vine is adapting especially well in the Texas high plains regions.

Reading the Signs of the Wine

The sommelier brings you the bottle of wine and pours you a small sip. You put the glass to your lips and breathe in, expecting exotic nuances of juicy cherries intermingling with ripe plums and delicate violets. But instead, you get a nose full of your grandmother’s musty, moldy basement. This doesn’t seem right. But are you sure? Is it you or the wine? To be sure, it’s good to know the most common wine faults so you can identify them when everyone is looking for you to OK that $100 bottle you just ordered. To learn about the most common wine faults, we contacted Chester Cox, sommelier at Kent & Co Wines. He identified five faults for us and here they are.

Corked Wine

Excessive Hydrogen Sulfides

2. Blends. Prime French wine blends mix grapes that are complementary to each other. French wine makers grow a large variety of grapes so that they can have plenty of choices from which to choose for their blends. This gives them options to mitigate yearly differences in growing conditions. Bobby explains, “In Texas, our premium reds might one year be 90 percent Cab, and then the next year 40 percent Merlot, depending on growing conditions. The high plains areas need this flexibility to survive our weather, and some of these blends just flat taste good. Blends such as Carignan and Mourvèdre.” Bobby is encouraged by the youthful involvement in the Texas world of wine. “Young, energetic, adventurous wine growers are pushing the envelope on creativity, mixing new blends and planting new vines, happily leaving some of us old timers in the dust,” he exclaims.

“If you’ve ever had the opportunity to smell a corked bottle, then you know what I mean by the smell of dreaded moldy newspaper,” says Cox. A corked wine can be caused by several things. Commonly it is caused by a cork that has been contaminated by a certain airborne fungi. If the bottle is closed with a contaminated cork, the fungi slowly leach into the wine, creating the obnoxious smell. Nothing to do but open a new bottle.

Too Young

If you open a bottle and it is too young, the fruit is so closed that it has no aroma. Some would say the wine is tight. You might have good luck allowing the wine to breathe for a while.

Over-Oxidized

This wine smells like vinegar. If the vinegar smell is too strong, there is no saving this bottle. But if it is only a slight aroma, you might actually enjoy it.

This usually happens during processing when the wine doesn’t get enough air. This causes an off odor, similar to hard-boiled eggs when they are sliced open. Depending on your nose, this wine can be completely flawed or just a little funky. It may or may not blow off. Though the smell is offensive at times, the wine is safe to drink. It’s your choice.

Crumbling Cork

This happens and sometimes it’s a huge mess. It doesn’t automatically mean the wine is bad. Some really good wines have come from bottles where the cork shredded upon opening. But if the cork crumbled because it was brittle and dried out, the wine was probably stored for a long time standing upright instead of the preferred side storage. This usually results in oxidized and undrinkable wine. But if the wine tastes good, simply strain out the cork bits and enjoy.

Serving Basics

Knowing a few tips for properly serving a bottle of wine can make all the difference in its taste, whether it be a $4 or $99 bottle. Here are a few basic steps to remember.

Proper Temperature

The most important step is to serve wine at the temperature that will bring out its best attributes. For the best flavor, white wines are served chilled and reds at slightly cooler than room temperature, since “room temp” is usually around 70 degrees. In the middle of our hot Texas summers, I like to lightly chill red wine before serving. Some friends of mine put their reds in the freezer for 30 minutes and call this perfect.

Why is the temperature so important? If a wine is too cold, the flavors don’t show through. It’s like eating frozen chocolate - it’s almost tasteless since the cold masks the deep flavors. Whites that are served straight from the refrigerator don’t have a chance to fully develop the full flavors drinkers are looking for. On the other hand, if a red wine is too warm, the alcohol tastes will dominate, covering up the subtler, more enjoyable nuances.

Correct Stemware

There are myriad shapes of wine glasses for all kinds of wine. If you tried to collect each style, you’d need to hire a carpenter to build you a new pantry. To keep it simple, start out with two styles: wide, large-bowl glasses for red and taller, slimmer ones for whites. Here’s why: Red wines need to be exposed to oxygen in order to fully develop. The wider bowl allows more surface for the air to touch the wine and creates the intricate aromas and flavors. This wide glass also allows your nose to fully take in the aromas that are rising from the wine.

Glasses for white and rose wines are narrow shaped, helping the wine stay cooler longer, at the same time allowing the aromas to properly reach your nose. Yes, when drinking wine, it’s all about the olfactory.

Bubbly wines are best served from slim, flute-shaped glasses. The tall, thin shape keeps the bubbles sheltered because the wine stays cool longer.

Stemless glasses are trendy now and work well. The only drawbacks are that your hands on the bowl tend to warm the wine (especially sad for whites) and create smudges that take away from the visual beauty of the wine.

Temperature Guide

Whites: 48 – 54 degrees

Rose: 50 – 54 degrees

Reds: 61 – 66 degrees

Sparkling: 45 – 47 degrees

REMINDER: Store wines on their side to keep the cork wet. Keep them away from direct sunlight and direct heat such as household vents.

Wine FAQs

How long does it take to warm up a white wine from the refrigerator? Most fridges are set at about 35 degrees, which is much too cold to serve. After removing whites from the fridge, give them about 25 - 30 minutes to warm up.

How do you decant your reds? Pouring your red wine from the bottle into a wine decanter does several things. It removes any sediment from the bottle, while adding valuable oxygen to the wine. Allowing the wine to take in air makes it easier to detect their subtle aromas. Since we have only four types of taste on our tongues (bitter, sweet, salty and sour), our noses give us many more “taste” sensations. Reds “come alive” when they are allowed to mix and mingle with air.

How do you read a wine label? There are five things to take note of on a wine label.

Varietals: This is the variety of grape used to make the wine. In the US, a wine label stating a particular varietal, such as Chardonnay, Merlot, or Zinfandel, must contain at least 75 percent of wine made from that grape.

Appellation of Origin: The appellation is the wine’s geographic origin, and it is listed with the type of wine. In Europe, this is the most important information on the label. Most serious European wine drinkers can predict the wine’s taste from the location of the vineyard. Here in the U.S., drinkers seem more interested in the wine varieties. However, if an American Viticultural Area (AVA) is listed on the label, 85 percent of this wine must be from that region.

Vintage Date: This date tells the year the grapes were harvested. In the U.S., 95 percent of the wine must come from grapes picked in the declared year. This is important to drinkers who know which vintages are considered better for various types of wine.

Brand Name: This is the name of the winery that produces the wine. Large wineries often use several brand names. Often, wine is private labeled for specific restaurants or stores.

Estate Bottled: “Produced and bottled by” tell the location where the wine was made (not necessarily where the grapes were grown).

“Estate bottled” indicates that the winemaker owns or controls the vineyards where the grapes were grown and that the winery was physically located on this estate.

What is that sediment anyway? The dark grainy stuff found in older bottles of red wine comes from the ingredients the wine was made from, such as grape skins, stems, yeast and other organics. Over the years of being in the bottle, these tiny particles settle out of the wine and drift down to settle on the bottom of the bottle. They aren’t harmful but are often bitter.

Local Wine Events

Bites & Flights

2900 Block of Crockett St. in West 7th

Sunday, Nov. 2

2 p.m. – 6 p.m.

817.810.9076

west-7th.com/event/bites-flights

Bites & Flights is West 7th’s first major food and wine event. There will be a complete sample tasting from West 7th eateries on this lovely fall Sunday afternoon. Participating restaurants include Kona Grill, Thirteen Pies, Hacienda San Miguel, Rafain Brazilian Steakhouse, Bar Louie, Brewsters, Waters, Movie Tavern, Tillman’s Roadhouse, Terra Mediterranean Grill, and American Food and Beverage. There will be several different live bands throughout the day. Guests can visit the Texas Wine Tasting Pagoda where Texas wineries (including Lost Oak, Lightcatcher and Brennan Vineyards) will be sampling their wines. For $25 you can purchase a Foodie Wristband and have unlimited samples. Visitors will get a commemorative wine glass and five tasting tickets to use inside the pagoda for $12. A limited supply of wristbands will be available, so you’ll want to purchase ahead of time.

Barking Rocks Winery 1919 Allen Court Granbury

817.579.0007

barkingrockswine.com

Barking Rocks Winery is open for talks and tastings every Saturday afternoon. On Nov. 7, the winery will have music by Grifters and Shills.

Times Ten Cellars

1100 Foch St. 817.336.9463

timestencellars.com

With their new pizza oven, this wine studio is creating those fabulous, chewy crusts and yummy fillings that pair perfectly with their ever-popular wine selections.

D Vine Wine

107 E. Bridge St. Granbury

817.573.7200 grapevine.dvinewineusa. com

On Nov. 14, and Dec. 12, from 7 p.m. – midnight, D Vine will host their Music, Massage, and Merlot Event, including live music and wine specials. Nov. 18 brings their Corks and Canvas Art and Wine Tasting Event, $35 per person. Every Saturday in November and December, you’ll find live music starting at 5:30 p.m., so come sit, sip and enjoy.

Grace 777 Main St. 817.877.3388

gracefortworth.com

Grace hosts monthly wine events, excluding the busy month of December. On Nov. 20, Bill Price, co-founder of Three Sticks winery, will present a selection of current releases, as well as some of the winery’s special library wines. Dinner included for around $150 for five courses with wine.

Kent and Co Wines

101 W. Magnolia 817.632.6070 kcowines.com

The Monday Mix: Kent and Co offers 150 different wines by the glass, and after a busy weekend, they always have a few open bottles in the cellar. This is your chance to get a great glass of wine at an even better price. The selection is what they currently have open, and the quantities will vary based on the amount of wine remaining in the bottles. Throwback Thursdays: Kent and Co collect great vintage wines, and they feature one each Thursday.

Max ‘s Wine Dive 2421 W. 7th St. 817.870.1100

maxswinedive.com

Special Monday brunches will feature discounted wine and beers. Max’s will hold themed wine dinners on Nov. 4 and Dec. 9. See them on Facebook for details.

Put a Cork in It

2972 Park Hill Drive

817.924.2675

putacorkinitwine.com

This quaint wine shop offers free tastings so often, it will be easy to find new favorite wines for your holidays. Here are the dates:

Nov. 6 - 8, Rhone varietals Nov. 13 - 15, Spanish wines Nov. 20 - 22, Thanksgiving wines

Nov. 28 - 29, Zinfandels

Dec. 4 - 6, Holiday party wines

Dec. 11 - 13, Best wines of 2014

Dec. 26 - 27, French wines Dec. 30 - 31, Bubbly wines

Put a Cork In It will also present the Alexander Valley Vineyards wine dinner at the Lili Pad in Fort Worth for $75 per person. And mark your calendar for Nov. 11, when they will conduct a Riedel veritas glass experience at Classic Wine Storage in Fort Worth. The cost is $79 per person. Please RSVP.

Sera Dining and Wine

2418 Forest Park Blvd.

817.927.7372

seradiningandwine.com

Wednesdays in November are special at Sera with discounted bottles of wine 50 percent off.

Sauced Up: Cooking With Wine

The most important thing to remember when cooking with wine is to only use wines in your dishes that you would drink. The function of wine when cooking is to enhance and accent the flavor and aroma of food and not to mask it.

Port Wine Jelly yield: 5, half-pint jars

Serve this wonderful jelly as a side with turkey or chicken. Dollop on top of cream cheese or goat cheese for a delicious spread on crackers.

• 3 ½ cups port wine

• ½ cup fresh lemon juice

• 1, 2-ounce package dry pectin

• 4 ½ cups sugar

In a large, non-reactive pot, stir together wine, lemon juice, and pectin. Bring to a boil, stirring frequently. Add sugar and stir to dissolve. Bring back to a boil and boil hard 1 minute, stirring constantly. Remove from heat and use a slotted spoon to skim any foam off the top.

Pour hot jelly into sterilized jars, leaving ½ inch space at the top. Wipe top of jars clean and add lids, tightening only slightly. Process filled jars in hot water bath for 7 minutes.

orange Beef and Broccoli Stir-fry yield: 6 servings

• 1/3 cup white wine, such as Riesling

• 1/3 cup low-sodium soy sauce

• 1/3 cup orange juice

• 2 tablespoons rice vinegar

• ¼ cup water

• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil, divided use

• 8 ounces beef round tip, sliced very thin (1/8 - 1/4 inch)

• 3 cloves minced garlic

• 1 ½ pounds small broccoli florets (about 1 ½ large bunches)

• ¼ cup candied orange peel

• 2 teaspoons cornstarch dissolved in ¼ cup warm water

• 1 teaspoon roasted sesame oil

In a small bowl, stir together wine, soy sauce, orange juice, vinegar, and water. Set aside. Heat a large wok or sauté pan over mediumhigh heat. When pan is hot, add 1 tablespoon vegetable oil. Quickly swirl pan and then add beef; cook, stirring, until beef browns, about 2 - 3 minutes. Remove beef to a plate and cover. Add remaining tablespoon oil to pan. Swirl pan and add garlic, broccoli, and orange peel. Cook and stir until broccoli is crisp-tender, about 4 minutes. Add reserved wine mixture and beef and cook and stir another minute or two. Add dissolved cornstarch and stir well. Cook and stir about 2 minutes until sauce thickens slightly. Drizzle with sesame oil and serve.

chicken aSParaguS riSotto yield: 6 servings

• 4 ½ cups chicken stock, kept warm over low heat

• 3 tablespoons butter, divided use

• 1 tablespoon olive oil

• 1 ½ cups Arborio rice

• 1 large shallot, chopped

• ½ cup white wine

• 3 cups diced cooked chicken breast meat

• ½ pound fresh asparagus, trimmed and cut into 1-inch pieces

• 2 tablespoons Parmesan cheese

• Salt and pepper to taste

In a large sauté pan or skillet over medium heat, add 2 tablespoons butter and olive oil. When hot, add rice and shallot and cook, stirring, until rice begins to have a slightly toasted aroma. Add wine; cook and stir until all wine is absorbed. Add ½ cup warm stock; cook and stir constantly until absorbed and rice is almost dry. Continue adding stock, ½ cup at a time, and stirring until rice is almost dry. Note: It is important to stir constantly to prevent rice from scorching. As the rice cooks, you will notice that it takes on a creamy consistency. Continue adding stock and cooking for 20 - 30 minutes, until rice is tender but still firm to the bite.

Stir in chicken, asparagus, and Parmesan cheese. Season with salt and pepper and serve. (Asparagus can also be lightly steamed and served on top of the risotto.)

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Veteran Joel Chaverri is a licensed critical social worker and readjustment counselor working at the Tarrant County Vet Center.

soldier, civilian, in transition

| by Allana Wooley | photography by Alex Lepe |

Fort Worth, Texas: The City’s

Half a percent of the American populace has served active military duty at any given point since 9/11. This while America has been engaged in the longest war in our nation’s history. The past 13 years have seen Operation Enduring Freedom, Operation Iraqi Freedom, and Operation New Dawn (OEF, OIF, and OND, respectively) and the involvement of some 2 million American soldiers. As with soldiers in past conflicts, those who served during this time, whether in overseas combat or in support positions stateside, have left the military profoundly changed by their experience. Coming home is at once a relief and a terrifying prospect: Veterans face a return to a civilian world at odds with the strictly regulated military life to which they are accustomed. Navigating their own perceptions of the service, the impact

the service had on their lives, and the stereotypes projected on them by civilians who can’t and perhaps don’t want to understand is a whole new type of battle.

It’s tough to be in between soldier and civilian and to see what lies on both sides of what freedom means.

ReintegR ation At 19, Mike Prado didn’t know what he wanted from life. Whereas the high school stars, the quarterbacks and valedictorians, had confidently gone to college, he was still looking for the self-driven purpose they seemed to have found. So, when an Army of One commercial came on TV, Prado felt the call. Ready for the kind of personal responsibility and purpose-driven direction the commercial promised, Prado enlisted within the month, “ready to rock and roll.”

Fast forward through basic training, an intense four-month military education as a medic, an assignment to a cavalry combat unit, a nine-month tour in Iraq establishing a visible U.S. presence, a year’s reprieve back home, and a second tour of duty in the area known as the “triangle of death” just south of Baghdad, carrying out humanitarian missions like providing schools, water and safety to villages in the area but also dealing with guerrilla warfare and IEDs, and Prado knew he wanted out.

It wasn’t that he regretted enlisting — he had served his country, found purpose and discipline, and internalized core values he still lives by today. Honesty, integrity, a code of honor, camaraderie with his fellow soldiers — these were the good things.

But with a war that didn’t look like it was ending anytime soon, Prado knew he didn’t want to spend every other year in a foreign country. What he didn’t count on, what no soldier counts on, is the battle he would face during the transition from military to civilian life.

Like many of his fellow soldiers, Prado returned home to find that his wife had left him for another partner. Because crowds made him nervous and anxious, he didn’t like to spend time in the city or go out in public. PTSD hindered his plans of pursuing a career in sports medicine — it reminded him too much of his service. At 20, he had been made responsible for the health of between 30 and 40 soldiers, offering everything from basic

health care to the simple psychiatric service of a shoulder to cry on. Prado treated gunshot wounds, broken bones and blast injuries — sometimes so bad Prado and his crew had to pick up “meat” from the side of the road and put it in bags so the family would have something of their soldier to bury.

Prado had spent six years of his life doing a hard job few could understand or handle, often in a foreign country far from home and family. When he came back, he spent four months living in a rented trailer on ranch land, taking a break from the world and trying to figure out how he would live in the familiar world he was now a stranger to.

Rehabilitation With integrity, commitment, advocacy, respect, and excellence (together, the five core values are I CARE), the Veterans Administration aims to live out its mission statement: “To fulfill President Lincoln’s promise ‘To care for him who shall have borne the battle, and for his widow, and his orphan’ by serving and honoring the men and women who are America’s Veterans.”

Upgraded to a Cabinet-level department within the United States government in 1988, the VA has seen its budget increase nearly 300 percent over the last quarter century. Encompassing the Veterans Benefits Administration, Veterans Health Administration, and National Cemetery Administration, the VA offers medical “points of care” in the forms of medical centers, Vet Centers, community-based outpatient clinics among other programs dedicated to education, vocational training, housing and homeless assistance.

That’s a lot of money, a lot of power and a lot of resources. But, on the other hand, there are a lot of veterans that need these programs. Of Gulf War-era II veterans (any individual who served on active duty in the U.S. Armed Forces after September 2001), 9 percent are unemployed, 29 percent report a service-connected disability, and veterans make up between one-fourth and one-fifth of the homeless population.

Shrink that picture down to the North Texas area, where 23,282 veterans arrived in just the 24 months prior to July 2014, and it is easy to see why the VA complex in Dallas, at 84 acres, is the second largest in the country. The OEF/OIF/OND

It is Cristina Mungilla's work for the campus Veterans Services Task Force (VSTF) that she most hopes to continue after receiving her diploma. Mungilla served eight years in the National Guard and now enjoys spending time with her two boys.

Program at the VA North Texas coordinates medical and psychiatric care for returning combat veterans and provides case management services, connecting them to department and community services, to job fairs, rehabilitation programs, counseling, homeless programs, and more.

“There is an adjustment period, so one of the things we try to do is to ease that adjustment period,” Betty Edwards, program manager, said. “The military is a different way of life than civilian life. A lot of times when they serve in military and then come home, things are not the way they left them, and so they have to adjust to those changes. Multiple deployments factor into the challenges for maintaining stability for families. We try to help people put the pieces back together the best way to help them function and move forward.”

These adjustment services were introduced as a way to improve upon the post-Vietnam era U.S. “Previous war veterans were complaining about a disconnect and that they weren’t getting the care they needed, so all VA medical centers have a program like [the OEF/ OIF/OND Program for returning combat veterans] and work with the military in providing VA care to make sure there is no lapse in care and the same quality of care is ongoing,” Edwards said.

Of course, not all veterans want to come home from their term of service and immediately begin navigating the complex bureaucracy that is the VA. For those service members, Vet Centers were created, offering counseling, rehabilitation, employment services and more to any veteran who “served in a warzone or area of hostility and their families, family members who experienced an active duty death and veterans of any era who have experienced any form of military sexual trauma or harassment.”

staff at the VA centers is very proud of. They’ve worked in the system long enough that they have actually seen shortcomings fixed and met. No system is perfect or 100 percent successful, but the VA is trying. Veterans need more reemployment services? Done. Veterans need more counseling services? Done. Veterans need better housing assistance? Done.

Joel Chaverri, a veteran of OIF himself and a licensed critical social worker and readjustment counselor working at the Tarrant County Vet Center, has been with the system for eight years. “There have been a lot of changes [in that time]. One of the big changes is adding more marriage and family therapists; we recognized a lot of vets coming back have not just their own issues. If you want to take care of a vet, you have to take care of their support system too.”

This awareness of veterans and their needs is something the

But this responsiveness, while great and necessary, also causes problems. Chaverri, who has been on both sides of the soldiercivilian curtain, remembers his own last days in the military.

“I just wanted to leave. When I got out of Iraq, I sat in a room with a PowerPoint, with a presentation that explained all my VA benefits, but all that was on my mind was getting back with my family.”

Eight years later, Chaverri is one of the many making presentations to the weary and ready-for-home men and women.

“Every member of the military who gets off active duty or back from deployment goes through some transition briefing or class to help them transition to civilian life.” Chaverri and other Vet Center counselors join representatives from a bevy of veteran services organizations to give presentations on what they do, how to get access to the program and how to enroll. These VA representatives do their best to engage the presentees and answer questions, but when making presentations to anywhere from a dozen to 300 transitioning soldiers, it’s hard. “There are so many benefits out there, just so many programs and organizations, that you only get five to 10 minutes to let them know, ‘Hey, this is what we do at the Vet Center’ and the hospital only has five to 10 minutes and so on.”

The military spends a lot of time and money training soldiers to do their jobs: six to nine weeks of basic training, between

Austin Denny had a high aptitude for language that led him to work in a classified position in a joint service environment. Denny and his wife, Tiffany, are new business owners.

three weeks and two years of advanced training, and continual training sessions and field practice over the course of their service. The transition back to civilian life involves somewhat less preparation. The soldiers interviewed in this story described a five-day period packed with information sessions covering everything from resume building to the services they are entitled to as veterans.

“You go through this out-processing and these classes, and they give you these pamphlets and brochures, and three things are going through our mind: ‘I’m tired,’ ‘I want to go home,’ and ‘Can we just finish this?’ ”

Cristina Mungilla, 33, National Guard veteran, said. “I think that part of the problem with vets is, yes, there’s stuff out there, but where do you start? They all sound like the same thing. You get lost. You really do.”

“At the time [I got out], the army was still unprepared for the needs of the new veterans versus your Vietnam vets,” Prado, now 31, said. “They were rolling out new programs, but those weren’t beneficial yet. There was so much bureaucracy and red tape that they weren’t worth doing. Were options there? Yes. Were they easily obtained? No, not even close.”

Chaverri and his colleagues recognize this, which is why they place so much emphasis on outreach. Hitting up job fairs, benefit fairs, college campuses, even motorcycle festivals—anywhere veterans might be found—VA representatives try to find veterans and let them know the full extent of services available to them. There are the VA hospitals, 300 Vet Centers all across the country and its territories, and even 70 mobile vet centers bringing counseling services to the front door of veterans and family members.

And then there’s the problem of how you treat veterans for problems they don’t want to admit to having. Or maybe they just haven’t slowed down enough to realize they need help. Or maybe they are afraid to take time and care away from their comrades. During the transition services out-processing, soldiers are asked if they have had “nightmares, experienced trauma, or saw anyone killed,” Chaverri said. “They’ll say no just to get out of there faster. That is something about the mili-

tary mindset is that they don’t want to appear weak, as if saying they need help is weak— which it’s not. I know a lot of people say to me they don’t want to take a benefit because they feel like they are taking it from someone else. In that sense, you see these guys are so dedicated to each other—I’m not a hero; that guy’s a hero—in a sense it’s humility, but it’s also that they are a hero. Those people are heroes; they did serve their country. They do deserve benefits, and they aren’t taking benefits or appointments from someone else. I find it so frustrating; I just want to shake them and say, ‘You deserve this too!’ ”

The military lifestyle is a beast in and of itself. Surviving day to day requires an entirely different set of skills than those necessary or even valuable to making it in civilian life. Many who join are young and idealistic, wanting to serve their country and travel, or they are joining to change their prospects, whether they have a child or thousands of dollars in debt.

Elyana Ramirez joined the Navy because they offered to pay back $40,000 in student loans. At 21, she was handed the opportunity to be financially stable and to pursue work she cared about, as a lithographer publishing the stories of enlisted sailors.

But, due to military restructuring, she was forced to pick a new job during basic training. She was constantly at sea, away from family and loved ones. When her service was up, she had no job leads or school prospects lined up—deployed up to two weeks before her separation date, Ramirez had completed her transition out-processing months before and not only did the information not stick, but she hadn’t had the time to make plans once she was out. Drinking and swearing were givens within the Navy culture. She hadn’t really dated or started a family during her time because of how rampant she noticed the rates were for divorce and adultery. And Ramirez had gotten hard—“I was a lot tougher. I say that because I didn’t want to be looked at by my coworkers as another girl that couldn’t hold her own weight. And that was another

Where Are They NoW?

Mike Prado, 31 After attending Police Academy at Lamar University, Prado has worked as a police officer in Liberty Hill, Knox, as a security guard for the Omni Hotel in Fort Worth and now lives and works in San Saba as a police officer. Prado plans to continue his career in law enforcement and see where it takes him.

Elyana Ramirez, 30 President of TCU’s Student Veterans Alliance, Ramirez is gearing up to launch the Annual Ribbon Campaign in addition to her duties as President of Chi Upsilon Sigma National Latin Sorority, Inc. and vice president of Programming for the TCU Ad Association. Ramirez will graduate in May with a Strategic Communications major, Business minor. She hopes to pursue a lifelong dream of working for Disney in marketing and communications or continue her newfound passion of helping veterans achieve academic success.

Austin Denny, 26 Denny and his wife, Tiffany, are new business owners. They began work on 3Tree Yoga, a communityoriented yoga studio, more than a year ago, they have just leased a location (620 S. Jennings in the Near Southside) and begun construction, with an aim to be open this November. Denny will receive his MBA through the Neeley program in 2016, at which point he plans to look into social entrepreneurship.

Cristina Mungilla, 33 Mungilla keeps herself busy as a senior Strategic Communications, Business and Communications double minor, as well as a committee member for Fort Worth’s Walk to End Alzheimer’s and vice president of Public Relations for TCU Toastmasters. It is her work for the campus Veterans Services Task Force (VSTF) that she most hopes to continue after receiving her diploma. Mungilla hopes to join TCU’s faculty to develop a stronger support program for student veterans.

way that I was able to put myself in a position not to be assaulted, especially sexually because that’s a huge problem in the military. I had more of an edge to me, definitely.”

“Sometimes it’s frustrating because [civilians] have these assumptions that you’ve maybe killed someone or have PTSD, but they don’t know what that is. They don’t understand because they haven’t been exposed to the life. They only know what they’ve heard. That’s why I sometimes feel it is my responsibility to open up to civilians and share stories and answer questions and help them realize some of the things they’ve heard are not always true.”

This sentiment is a common refrain from veterans and VA representatives alike. There’s a break between what civilians conceptualize about soldiers and what reality is. This is why veterans like Prado take four months to get

Mike Prado spent six years of his life doing a hard job few could understand or handle, often in a foreign country far from home and family. When he came back, he spent four months living in a rented trailer on ranch land, taking a break from the world and trying to figure out how he would transition back to a familiar world.

away from the world—they need the time to recover and decompress from their experiences away from the assumptions they come up against every day.

“There is a certain mentality that comes from having served that the general public just can’t relate to,” Mungilla said. “You’re coming back to civilian life, which is a culture shock even though you were a part of it.” She recalls speaking to a retention NCO who commented that many separating service members would be coming back. Civilian life is chaotic, there is a lot of freedom veterans aren’t quite used to, and the support often found amongst your battalion is gone.

And while stereotyping the experience of individual soldiers is a serious problem— veterans can face workplace prejudice from employers afraid they will ‘snap,’ have to field questions about whether they ‘killed someone,’ and sometimes have to deal with political extremists who assume they agree 100 percent with every mission they carried out—some of the national news stories about the military do reverberate, even here.

Stories of grossly under-investigated sexual assaults resonate with Ramirez’s time aboard the U.S. Berry, where three or four instances of sexual assault occurred. But if a higherranked officer committed the assault, they would be transferred to a new ship and a fresh start, while the victim would be stuck on the old ship with everyone aware of what happened.

Veteran resources

Dallas VA Medical Center Medical Services for veterans. 214.742.8387.

Fort Worth Outpatient Clinic, VA Medical services for North Texas Veterans. 800.443.9672

Grace After Fire Offers services to female veterans. 817.682.6694.

Tarrant County Veterans Council

Collection of area organizations dedicated to organizing efforts serving Tarrant County veterans and their survivors. 817.781.8731

TexVet

Online Veterans Services Provider Network (VSPN) collects resources available for use by veterans, military personnel, and their families. Also offers peer to peer counseling network. 512.341.4924.

Texas Veterans Commission State agency assisting veterans. tvc.state. tx.us/877.898.3833.

VA Fort Worth Homeless Program Services for homeless veterans. 817.255.7150.

VA OIF/OEF

Transition Assistance Transition services for returning OIF/OEF veterans. 214.857.0369.

VA Suicide Prevention Works to prevent suicide among veterans. 214.857.0706.

VA Vet Center, Fort Worth

Readjustment counseling for veterans and their family members. 817.921.9095.

Mungilla’s account of the Fort Worth Outpatient Clinic—VA North Texas Health Care System is uncomfortably reminiscent to recent scandal surrounding VA hospital efficacy. “You can’t just call and get an appointment. You have to call and say you’re sick and then the nurse calls within 72 hours and decides if you a need a visit over the phone, and that is if you get them to call you back.” It isn’t all bad—veterans get doctor’s visits, checkups and pills for free, and female veterans’ primary doctors double as their OB/GYNs. The issue is with the number of veterans utilizing the services. For instance, the Fort Worth Clinic services all of North Texas. The VA has set up systems, like the online personal health record My Healthe-

Veterans Coalition of Tarrant County Group of organizations that coordinates to fill gaps in services and needs for Tarrant County veterans. 817.569.4452.

Vet, to address certain complaints, but the fact remains that seeing a different doctor for every visit can be disconcerting and lead to oversight.

And mental health, while treated very seriously and conscientiously by those with the VA, still carries a stigma that prevents many from seeking services. “The biggest lack [in services] was the mental health aspect, and that’s still going on today,” Prado said. “Nobody’s prepared for somebody who has seen these horrific things and then released back into the civilian world. That’s one reason why the suicide rate is so high; I think everybody would be lying if they said they didn’t have issues when they got back.” Admitting to problems like PTSD, depression, anxiety and more is hard for many veterans. Talking about and seeking help are even harder, which is why the services the VA offers in counseling and rehabilitation are so crucial—a 2013 Department of Veterans Affairs study reported the staggering statistic that 22 veterans committed suicide every day and active duty suicides have jumped 30 percent since 2008. But the services aren’t available to everybody who needs them.

Mungilla served eight years in the National Guard, and, though she was never sent overseas, she was stop-lossed and activated for OIF. She was forced to drop everything—a part-time job, part-time school, and full-time motherhood were put aside as she prepared for Iraq at Fort Hood. Within a month, Mungilla’s fiancé had cheated on her, and her toddler wouldn’t speak to her, unable to understand why her mom had left. She quickly fell into a severe depression. Though not fit for active duty overseas, Mungilla served with a group of 30 guardsmen in a rear detachment supporting the forward unit. As a member of headquarters’ personnel, Mungilla supported pay issues, family issues, and casualty operations. It was a lot of responsibility and a lot of emotionally-tasking work. But, because Mungilla never served in a combat zone, she was and is not eligible for many veterans’ services.

“I didn’t go overseas, but it really rocked my world with issues like PTSD.” It took nine years, twins, the death of her grand-

mother, and near homelessness before Mungilla said she began to feel control of her life again.

Reflection Not everybody who is in the military is grappling with just issues of how to take advantage of available services and programs. Some are grappling with the very fundamentals of what they did while they were in the service.

Austin Denny, 26, saw both sides of the military coin growing up—his dad and stepdad both served during the Vietnam War. But whereas his dad developed severe PTSD, became an alcoholic, and left when Denny was still a toddler, his stepdad was a present, attentive man who somehow found a way to cope with being shot at. When Denny found out he would be the father to twin boys at 19, he joined the Air Force, hoping the military life would also provide insight into his family history.

Denny did well. His high aptitude for language led him to work in a classified position in a joint service environment. Though there were periods of on-base deployment—when war or international conflict broke out, Denny and his colleagues would lead exhausting 15-day marathon shifts punctuated only by four-hour naps on a cot—he was never sent overseas.

Denny got out so he could spend more time with his boys, who by then lived in North Texas with their mom. But in the years before and after separating, his college courses and personal research led him to question the institution he had given four years of his life to.

“It is so much more complicated than it used to be. Now veterans can’t say with as much certainty that what they were doing was 100 percent the right thing. After joining and doing more research, I found I disagreed pretty strongly with a lot of what we were doing, but it’s tough in the military because you can’t express those opinions. It’s actually illegal to say you disagree with an operation.”

Bottom line? Every veteran, no matter what stage of transition they are in, has a unique experience. Some loved their time in the service and feel

as though they grew in maturity and life experience. Some question their participation in a powerful institution too big to fully comprehend. Some experience PTSD. Some are just fine.

No soldier shares his or her exact experience or reaction with any other soldier. But they do share the fact of experience. As Chaverri recalled: “I was at an outreach event one time, and there was a picture on a display board from a veteran in Iraq. A Vietnam vet walked up to me and looked at the pic and said, ‘You know, it’s a different year, but it’s the same faces.’ ”

Elyana Ramirez joined the Navy because they offered to pay back $40,000 in student loans. She was constantly at sea, away from family and loved ones. When her service was up, she had no job leads or school prospects lined up.

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Fort Worth, Texas magazine’s Holiday House brings festive holiday cheer in November for tourgoers. Proceeds benefit the Ronald McDonald House of Fort Worth.

| by Lexi Johnson | photography by Alex Lepe |

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Fort Worth, Texas magazine’s Holiday House Touring

9472 Sagrada Park in Montserrat Tour dates: Nov. 8 – Nov. 23

11 a.m. – 5 p.m., Monday through Saturday, noon – 5 p.m., Sunday

Admission

$10

Purchase a new subscription to Fort Worth, Texas magazine for $20, and touring is free. ($10 of your subscription will go to the Ronald McDonald House of Fort Worth.)

For more information about touring, contact Diane Ayres at 817.560.6131 or dstow@fwtexas.com.

Located at 9472 Sagrada Park in the prestigious Montserrat development in southwest Fort Worth, this 8,500-square-foot French provincial home is recognized for its amazing detail.

Formerly owned by PGA golfer Rory Sabbatini, the two-story, fivebedroom and seven-bath resort-style home sits on a 2.5 lot of wooded acreage with a view of Mary’s Creek. Walking into the home, you will pass through a grand entryway that opens to a large living room and overlooks the lavish backyard and pool area, complete with a cabana, fireplace and fire pits.

Luxury abounds in the kitchen with all the upgrades. A formal dining room includes a wine cellar, wood flooring and a fireplace.

Upstairs, the children’s rooms are spacious lofts with a tree-house theme. One room features a 15-foot spiral tunnel slide that travels through the wall, and the other features a disco-ball that doubles as a night light.

The home was recently purchased and was remodeled just in time to open to the public, Nov. 8 – 23.

Talented design professionals were given the opportunity to transform the home into a showcase of stunning holiday décor and entertainment ideas, sure to inspire local tour guests with a great mix of innovative creations with a variety of styles.

About the Designers Designers Ann Karol and Ayca Stuckey decked the halls to raise money for the Ronald McDonald House of Fort Worth. With more than 16 years of commercial and residential design experience, Ann Karol of Ann Karol Design and Interiors decorated the dining room, main room, kitchen, breakfast nook and office, using all natural materials to create a holiday sportsmen’s retreat.

Karol has a Masters in Interior Design and a Bachelor of Science from Baylor University. She has been published and acknowledged

Fort Worth, Texas magazine’s Holiday House Vendors

Ajax Glass & Mirrors 6200 Southwest Blvd. Fort Worth, Texas 76109

817.732.3359

ajaxglass.net

Fort Worth Lighting 5107 E. California Parkway Forest Hill, Texas 76119 817.534.8500 ftworthlighting.com

H Customs 817.300.1518

hcustoms.com

Ideal Partners 6913 Camp Bowie Blvd., #181 Fort Worth, Texas 76116 817.447.0438

idealpartnerstx.com

Kitchen Source 3116 W. 6th St. Fort Worth, Texas 76107 817.731.4299

thekitchensource.net

Ramon Roofing 3027 Ramona Drive Fort Worth, Texas 76116 817.924.1645

ramonroofing.com

Stanton & Co. LLC 119 S. Ranch House Road, Ste. 100 Aledo, Texas 76008 817.441.2790

stantonandcompany.net

Texas Appliance 1500 Interstate 20 E. Arlington, Texas 76018 817.299.2800

txappliance.com

Vintage Floors 1112 Norwood St. Fort Worth, Texas 76107 817.877.1564

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in various design magazines and competitions, as well as featured on television programs. Her business philosophy is that a good design should reflect a client’s personality in style of their environment or space.

“My overall theme is for the house to have a natural, hand-crafted charm. My goal was to create a cozy, one-of-a kind environment that tells a story through its unique decorations,” Karol says.

Karol’s décor came from a variety of locations, including natural elements décor from a South Texas ranch, handcrafted ornaments from Mexico, historical features from Italy and artwork that she painted herself.

Designer Ayca Stuckey of Ayca Designs is from Turkey and has more than 25 years of design experience. Stuckey has a Masters in Interior Design and a Bachelor’s in Industrial Design.

She said she was destined to become a designer because of her par-

ents’ careers.

“I grew up between two worlds. One side was the engineering and architectural office of my father’s firm, and the other was my mother’s career in fashion design. I really love the process of creating a story with my design since it suits my lifestyle.”

In the Home for the Holidays Christmas Idea House, Stuckey worked to creatively combine and complement the architecture and furnishings in the living room and throughout the home.

“When I first walked into the house in Montserrat, I was taken by the wooded and secluded setting and the French-country architecture, which immediately made me gravitate to use lighter tone-ontone colors and natural elements of a winter Christmas setting.”

Stuckey used a variety of décor from Raz Imports, showrooms across the Metroplex and a few elements from Turkey to complete her “Arctic frosty cottage in the woods” concept.

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Home for tHe Holidays Vendors Worth KnoWing

Fort Worth, Texas magazine’s first-ever Holiday House was transformed by a team of talented professionals.

This 8,500-square-foot, two-story, five-bedroom, seven-bath, French provincial home is sure to inspire guests with a great mix of innovation creations and a variety of remodeling upgrades. On the following pages, participating vendors and designers have a chance to tell readers about their specialties, professional achievements, business philosophies and much more.

The information in this section is provided by the advertisers and has not been independently verified by Fort Worth, Texas magazine.

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IMC by The Stone Collection

FOCUS: IMC’s focus has always been to provide our customers with a vast array of beautiful, high-quality natural stone slabs and tile that will enhance their home and their environment. AWARDS/RECOGNITIONS: Voted Best Slab Showroom by ASID Designers’ Choice Award in 2012. PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIPS: American Society of Interior Designers, National Kitchen and Bath Association, Dallas Builders Association, Fort Worth Builders Association, North Texas Stone Fabricators’ Association, National

Association of the Remodeling Industry, Marble Institute of America, Hispanic Contractors Association, American Institute of Architects. GREATEST PROFESSIONAL ACHIEVEMENT: IMC has been dedicated to providing the largest selection of natural stone, experienced sales team, and excellent customer service for almost 30 years to the DFW Metroplex and Southern U.S. BUSINESS PHILOSOPHY: Our philosophy is simple: Provide the largest product selection and highest quality material, build strong relation-

ships with our customers and provide outstanding service. FREE ADVICE: Our best advice is to follow your instincts. Don’t be hesitant to select a stone that is bold or unique. Natural stone is like a piece of artwork. If you love it now, you will love it forever. BIGGEST BUILDING MISTAKE PEOPLE MAKE: Unfortunately, many times the natural stone slab is selected after all other decorative decisions have been made. Each slab is a one-of-a-kind piece of artwork that can add warmth, color and beauty to a room if selected earlier

in the process as an integral part of the design plan. PICTURED: (left to right) Elliot Fischer, Leslie

CONTACT INFORMATION: 2100 Handley Ederville Road • Fort Worth, Texas 76118

817.698.5500 • Fax 817.595.5816 efischer@imcstone.com • imcstone.com

Wadle, Vickey Ward, Carlos Cordero, Kenneth Wright, Lela Alford, George Gonzales, Michael Fernandez.

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Aaron Iron Works, Inc.

HISTORY: After 29 years serving the Metroplex and all parts of Texas and the surrounding states, Aaron Iron has continued to flourish through the range of economies that they have faced in that time. A commitment to industry excellence, safety and quality has taken this company from a local supplier of homeowner driven products such as hand-forged driveway gates and railings to the increasingly demanding arena of commercial construction. This turn of events has grown us into not only a shop providing the decorative elements to complete a structure, but also a shop that erects the structure itself. WHAT SETS

US APART: Our ability to design, engineer and create gives us the creative license to take and handle the full metal package on a new project from I-Beams to forged rails. This understanding of the metal aspect on any level gives Aaron the edge in information and performance when

considering your next project. And, we still value our local homeowner market! PICTURED: This hand-fabricated stair and railing system, designed by the project architects Architexas, involved the creation of hand formed I-Beams, a custom cast poured stair system and handforged railings. It is the centerpiece of the Grapevine Convention and Visitor Bureau’s new facility. The engineering, detail and craftsmanship of this project begs the question: “Why call anyone but Aaron Iron to handle our project?”

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FOCUS: We primarily focus on commercial and residential interior design, new construction, remodeling, custom furniture and manufacturing. We also sell and display large minerals and commissioned artwork. AWARDS: We have been published and awarded in various design magazines and competitions, featured on television programs. We also continue to teach educational courses at universities. PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIPS: Allied ASID, IIDA. PROFESSIONAL ACHIEVEMENTS: Client and builder referrals build our strong reputation and clientele. BUSINESS PHILOSOPHY: Good design should reflect a client’s personality in the style of their environment or space. ADVICE: Always keep the overall plan in mind. Planning allows you to focus the budget on the most important design elements. PICTURED: Ann Karol. CONTACT INFORMATION: 817.714.7568 • akarol@me.com • annkarol.com

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Ayca Designs

FOCUS: Ayca Designs is a full-service interior design firm focusing on residential, commercial, corporate and hospitality. Services include consultation, space planning and finish out, custom furnishings and window treatments. AWARDS: With regional awards like Best Show House in Fort Worth, Ayca’s firm has been featured in publications such as Fort Worth, Texas magazine and Fort Worth Business Press PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIPS: Ayca Stuckey is a member of the Texas Board of Architectural Examiners, American Society of Interior Designers and Texas Association for Interior Design. PROFESSIONAL ACHIEVEMENTS: After 25 years in the business spanning multiple industries, her greatest achievement occurs when an uncertain client becomes overjoyed with the outcome. BUSINESS PHILOSOPHY: She has always lived by the motto: “Inspiration always comes.” Ayca positions herself to take client input and create an environment they are proud to live or work in. ADVICE: “Be as honest with your opinion as you can be. Interior designers are here to help you capture your own unique style and guide you through the process.”

BIGGEST BUILDING MISTAKE PEOPLE MAKE: Not consulting with an interior designer before construction. Space planning is one of the most important steps required to achieve a great interior design. PICTURED: Ayca Stuckey.

CONTACT INFORMATION: 6612 Trinity Heights Blvd. • Fort Worth, Texas 76132 817.346.0272 • Fax 817.346.0215 ayca@aycadesigns.net • aycadesigns.net

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Fort Worth Lighting

FOCUS: Providing fresh looks with great variety and cutting edge technology at a great price to our valued customers. PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIPS: We are affiliated and proud members of ASID, Greater Fort Worth Builders Association, and ALA. PROFESSIONAL ACHIEVEMENTS: Our greatest achievement is building a company that is unparalleled in customer satisfaction, service, and product knowledge creating the best lighting showroom in North Texas. BUSINESS PHILOSOPHY: Great prices and great warranty makes for happy customers. ADVICE: Working with a professionally trained lighting representative can help you meet your lighting needs with the least amount of headaches and mistakes while

creating the lighting design of your dreams. BIGGEST MISTAKE PEOPLE MAKE WHEN BUILDING/REMODELING A

HOME: The biggest mistake people make is not using the correctly proportioned light for the space as well as inadequate lumen output for the area. PICTURED: Chris Johnson.

CONTACT INFORMATION: 5107 East California Pkwy. • Forest Hill, Texas 76119 817.534.8500 • Fax 817.535.3265 c_johnsonftw@yahoo.com ftworthlighting.com

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H. Customs Audio Video

FOCUS: H. Customs Audio Video concentrates in Residential and Commercial Electronics installations with a focus on Home Automation. We install anything from hanging a single television to Complete Home Automation integrating Lighting, HVAC, Cameras, Security, Televisions, Home Theaters and Whole House Audio that can easily be controlled from an iPad, iPhone, Touchscreen or Remote Control. PHILOSOPHY: H. Customs strives to provide the best in high-performance audio and video with a dedicated personalized approach to meet each of our customers needs. ADVICE: Contact a custom integrator instead of going to the “big box” stores. We have a larger selection of products and know how to tailor them to fit your specific needs. Big retailers sell parts, we sell a quality working system. EXPERTISE: We have been in business for 10 years and have handled thousands of different types of jobs. Control4 Home Automation is a great area of expertise for

our company as advances in technology are allowing us to seamlessly automate lighting, HVAC, whole house audio and video distribution in more reliable ways than in the past. H. Customs performs all project interior design, systems design, sales, service, installations and most project construction in-house, thereby reducing the amount of other contractors needed to perform a project. This cuts down the project’s overhead, reducing installation costs and also project time frames.

PICTURED: Rick Hewitt, Brian Hugghins, my son Jax Hugghins, Jessica Hugghins, Ian Bush.

CONTACT INFORMATION: Mansfield, Texas 76063

817.300.1518 • Fax 817.473.7174 hcustoms.com

Ideal Partners LLC

FOCUS: Residential & Commercial Pest Control, Landscapes, Security, and Fire Protection. AWARDS: Amerex Outstanding Performance Award South Central Region 2012. PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIPS: AFSA, NFPA, NAFED, Downtown Fort Worth, Inc., Fort Worth Chamber of Commerce, Weatherford Chamber of Commerce, TxFSCA, TRA, IREM, NPMA, TPCA, DFWAPPA, TFAA.

GREATEST PROFESSIONAL ACHIEVEMENTS:

Growing a business from the ground up has been a humbling and rewarding experience. We have been able to consistently achieve one of our primary goals: meeting the needs of a broad customer base. Our business model enables us to provide the same quality of service and develop value-added relationships with a variety of customers –from large industrial and campus-style accounts to individual families. Every customer is important. BUSINESS PHILOSOPHY: Ideal Partners exists to simplify and secure the lives of our custom-

ers by managing their residential or commercial property needs in the areas of pest control, fire protection, security and landscaping with products and services that add value and exceed expectations.

ADVICE: When choosing any service, consider who you have the best relationship with and who you trust to complete your project. Communicating your expectations and true scope of the project is critical to ensuring the project is completed accurately and within budget.

PICTURED: Greg Pedigo, Clay McCook, Cassie King, Jason Mueller, Efrain Martinez, Laura Fanta.

CONTACT INFORMATION: 6913 Camp Bowie Blvd., Ste. 181 • Fort Worth, Texas 76116 817.447.0438 • Fax 817.877.4684

info@idealpartnerstx.com idealpartnerstx.com

Ramon Roofing Inc.

FOCUS: We are a full service roofing company that specializes in tile, slate and metal roofs. AWARDS: We are a three-time golden hammer award winner from the North Texas Roofing Contractor Association, and received the Presidents Gavel Award from the Roofing Contractors Association of Texas. PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIPS: We are members of the BBB (A+Rating), Tile Roofing Institute, North Texas Roofing Contractors Association, Roofing Contractors Association of Texas, and the National Slate Association. PROFESSIONAL ACHIEVEMENTS: Giving back to my industry and having a great business for 20 years. Thank you, Fort Worth. BUSINESS PHILOSOPHY: We service our clients with quality work at a fair market price. ADVICE: Never take life for

granted, appreciate your family and friends, and never give up on your dreams. BIGGEST MISTAKE PEOPLE MAKE WHEN BUILDING/REMODELING A HOME: Not doing their homework when selecting a contractor. Always check credit references, past and current projects, accreditations, and most of all, their reputation. PICTURED: Paul Ramon

CONTACT INFORMATION: 3027 Ramona Dr. • Fort Worth, Texas 76116 817.924.1645 • Fax 817.831.8730 paul@ramonroofing.com ramonroofing.com

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Stanton & Company, LLC and Wholesale Flooring Stone

FOCUS: Stanton Pearce owns and operates two retail stores, which focus on providing homeowners and builders flooring and renovation solutions to ensure the designed product and aesthetic requirements for a home are met. Offering products that fit most budgets, the showrooms are product-graded to ensure customers stay within a their predetermined budget. AWARDS: Recognized in Parker County Today magazine, Habitat for Humanity, and Aledo Living magazine. PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIPS: BNI of Aledo, BNI of Granbury, Business Development Group of Aledo, BBB, East Parker County Chamber of Commerce and NFIB. BIGGEST PROFESSIONAL ACHIEVEMENTS: Our customers become family. They often stop by just to say hello. The majority of our business is repeat or referral. BUSINESS PHILOSOPHY: Luxury products with artesian craftsmanship, we offer builder design showrooms that impress. ADVICE: Some firms in the flooring and renovation industry specialize in a narrow line of products

and services. Stanton & Company, along with Wholesale Flooring Stone, offers non-fragmented services across the total spectrum of services in the market. From floor to ceiling, we can do it all and provide a one-stop shopping experience. BIGGEST MISTAKE PEOPLE MAKE WHEN BUILDING/REMODELING A HOME: Trying to personally control costs and vendors. Work with a firm that can control these factors for you such as Stanton & Company and Wholesale Flooring Stone. PICTURED: Stanton Pearce, Kenny Finch, Dawn Goodwin and Larry Johnson.

CONTACT INFORMATION: 119 S. Ranch House Rd., Ste. 100 • Aledo, Texas 76008 817.441.2790 • Fax 817.441.2793 Stanton@stantonandcompany.net stantonandcompany.net

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Vintage Floors

FOCUS: We specialize in custom wood floors, tile, stone and carpet. AWARDS/RECOGNITIONS: Our greatest reward is the smile on the faces of happy, satisfied clients. PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIPS: National Wood Flooring Association, Greater Fort Worth Builders Association, Custom Builders Association, Better Business Bureau, Fort Worth Chamber of Commerce, Institute of Classical Architecture & Art (ICAA); ASID Industry Partner. GREATEST PROFESSIONAL ACHIEVEMENT: Our ability to maintain a large, loyal client base. We are so privileged to work with wonderful people who refer and recommend us to others. MOTTO: Quality products, trusted service. FREE ADVICE: When making selections for your home, always invest in quality products. Remember, “the bitterness of poor quality remains long after the sweetness of a low price is forgotten.” BIGGEST BUILDING MISTAKE PEOPLE

MAKE: Being in a hurry to complete the project. When building a new home or remodeling an existing one, please be patient. You can’t rush quality. Unforeseen delays can occur, but you must allow the necessary time to properly complete the project so the quality and craftsmanship are not compromised. PICTURED: Tim York, general manager; Bryan Page, president.

CONTACT INFORMATION: 1112 Norwood St. • Fort Worth, Texas 76107 817.877.1564 • Fax: 817.882.1162 bryan@bryansvintagefloors.com vintagefloors.com

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Fort Worth, Texas magazine

2014 Culinary Awards

The results are in. Let the debate start.

Looking at the voting results of this year’s contest, we can reliably say that the participants’ favorite meal would be either barbecue or hamburgers catered in a place to take visitors with cupcakes for dessert. Those four categories drew the largest number of votes. In all, we looked at 21,682 ballots over 67 categories. Those voting

Biggest Portions

Reata Restaurant

This is an ideal place to share the dishes because even then, you are likely to have enough left over for a meal at home. This is inspired cowboy cooking. And the chicken fried steak is a work of art. Some locals just dine off the appetizer list. And come Fort Worth Stock Show and Rodeo time, Reata will be there with you.

310 Houston St. Sundance Square Fort Worth, Texas 76102

817.336.1009

reata.net

Babe’s Chicken Dinner House

230 N. Center St. Arlington, Texas 76011

817.801.0300

120 S. Main St. Burleson, Texas 76028

817.447.3400

114 West Pearl St. Granbury, Texas 76048

817.573.9777

104 North Oak St. Roanoke, Texas 76262

817.491.2900

Other locations

babeschicken.com

Fire Oak Grill

114 Austin Ave. Weatherford, Texas 76086

1.817.598.0400

fireoakgrill.com

Bread

EatZi’s

EatZi’s Market and Bakery is more than breads and pastries. The stores are laid out with separate stations for the bakery, sandwiches and salads, pastries, the grill, sushi, wine, the coffee bar and other specialty offerings. Kind of a one-stop for foodies.

1200 W. State Highway 114 Grapevine, Texas 76051

817.527.4007

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were least interested in after-theater dining, Vietnamese food, hotel restaurants, Indian food and frozen yogurt. But even in those categories, our winners drew passionate interest from the readers.

Take a look. You’ll find old favorites, new places to try and, perhaps, validation for your own favorites.

Central Market

4651 W. Freeway Fort Worth, Texas 76107

817.989.4700

1425 E. Southlake Blvd. Southlake, Texas 76092

817.310.5600

centralmarket.com

The Shed - Texas Kitchen and Bakery 4019 Fort Worth Highway Weatherford, Texas 76087

817.594.5533

shed.esdesignhouse.com

Mac & Cheese

The Wild Mushroom

You can download the recipe for this succulent take on an old, old dish, made here with jalapeño and alderwood smoked bacon and developed by Jerrett Joslin of The Wild Mushroom Steakhouse, but the setting won’t be quite so romantic and elegant. Come on in. A quarter-cup of butter? Are you kidding?

new location:

3206 Winthrop Ave. Fort Worth, Texas 76116

thewildmushroomrestaurant.com

Del Frisco’s Double Eagle Steak House 812 Main St. Fort Worth, Texas 76102

817.877.3999

delfriscos.com

Tillman’s Roadhouse 2933 Crockett St. Fort Worth, Texas 76107

817.850.9255

tillmansroadhouse.com

Most Romantic

Piola Italian Restaurant and Garden

Piola is in a charming 1935 house in the Cultural District, just a short walk from the area’s major attractions. It has an elegantly appointed outdoor garden. But mostly, it’s like having dinner at the home of an Italian friend. And here’s why: Chef Bobby Albanese uses family recipes that are generations old. Grandma apparently was one super cook.

3700 Mattison Ave.

Fort Worth, Texas 76109

817.989.0007

fwpiola.com

restaurant506 at The Sanford House 506 N. Center St. Arlington, Texas 76011

817.801.5541

restaurant506.com

Ruth’s Chris Steak House 813 Main St. Fort Worth, Texas 76102

817.348.0080

ruthschris.com

Surf and Turf

Del Frisco’s Double Eagle Steak House

Del Frisco’s does beef well and Del Frisco’s does seafood well, so what is the question? And the restaurant will have the perfect wine to accompany whatever you order.

812 Main St. Fort Worth, Texas 76102

817.877.3999

delfriscos.com

Waters

2901 Crockett St. Fort Worth, Texas 76107 817.984.1110

waterstexas.com

J.R.’s Steak and Grill 5400 Highway 121 Colleyville, Texas 76034

817.355.1414

jrsteaks.com

Service

Del Frisco’s Double Eagle Steakhouse

This is a tough category in modern-day Fort Worth, but Del Frisco’s consistently draws the praise of our readers. We could tell you about it, but it would be better if you were to experience it for yourself.

812 Main St. Fort Worth, Texas 76102

817.877.3999

delfriscos.com

Clay Pigeon Food and Drink

2731 White Settlement Road

Fort Worth, Texas 76107

817. 882.8065

claypigeonfd.com

Bonnell’s Fine Texas Cuisine

4259 Bryant Irvin Road

Fort Worth, Texas 76109

817.738.5489

bonnellstexas.com

Wine List

Del Frisco’s Double Eagle Steakhouse

In our 2013 Wine List Awards article, we reported that Del Frisco’s pays for any staff member who wishes to be certified by the Court of Master Sommeliers. That training shows through in both the advice given diners and in the broad selection of wines that range in price from relatively inexpensive to the cost of a low-end new car.

812 Main St.

Fort Worth, Texas 76102

817.877.3999

delfriscos.com

The Capital Grille

800 Main St.

Fort Worth, Texas 76102

817.348.9200

thecapitalgrille.com

Bob’s Steak and Chop House

1300 Houston St.

Fort Worth, Texas 76102

817.350.4100

bobs-steakandchop.com

Mediterranean

Terra Mediterranean Grill

Order anything on the menu. Close your eyes. Imagine the Mediterranean Sea. You are there. Traditional tastes, especially on the Middle Eastern staples like hummus, tabbouleh and falafel.

2973 Crockett St.

Fort Worth, Texas 76107

817.744.7485

terramedgrill.com

Chadra Mezza and Grill

1622 Park Place Ave.

Fort Worth, Texas 76110

817.926.3992

chadramezza.com

Hedary's Mediterranean Restaurant

6323 Camp Bowie Blvd.

Fort Worth, Texas 76116

817.731.6961

hedarys.com

Breakfast Spot

Ol’ South Pancake House

Early in the morning or in the shank of the night, this is a consistent favorite of our readers — and generations of Fort Worth residents and visitors who date back to the opening in 1962. The menu is extensive and simple.

1509 S. University Drive

Fort Worth, Texas 76107

817.336.0311

olsouthpancakehouse.com

Esperanza’s Bakery and Café

1601 Park Place Ave.

Fort Worth, Texas 76110

817.923.1992

2122 N. Main St.

Fort Worth, Texas 76164

817.626.5770

joets.com

Cast Iron Grill in the Omni

1300 Houston St.

Fort Worth, Texas 76012

817.350.4106

omnihotels.com/hotels/fort-worth/dining/cast-iron

Chicken Fried Steak

West Side Café

In a city where debates about chicken fried steak can lead to police calls, this restaurant was, is and probably forever shall be a favorite among those who crave this traditional Southern dish.

7950 Camp Bowie Blvd. W Fort Worth, Texas 76116

817.560.1996

The Grille at Hill Country Harbor 3415 Scenic Point Road Graford, Texas 76449

940.779.7600

harborliving.com/amenities/the-grill Mary’s Cafe

119 Grant Ave. Strawn, Texas 76475

254.672.5741

Dessert

Trio New American

If you are a pie lover, ask about the daily homemade offerings. But what gets our attention is the Brownie Pistachio Ice Cream Sandwich with bittersweet chocolate mint sauce. Give us a minute to recover.

8300 Precinct Line Road, Ste. 104 Colleyville, Texas 76034

817.503.8440

trionewamerican.com

The Wild Mushroom new location: 3206 Winthrop Ave. Fort Worth, Texas 76116 thewildmushroomrestaurant.com

Olenjack’s Grille

770 Road To Six Flags E., Ste. 100 Lincoln Square Arlington, Texas 76011

817.226.2600 olenjacksgrille.com

Mexican Food

Rio Mambo Tex Mex y Mas

Let’s be honest. This is a favorite with the Fort Worth, Texas magazine staff for lunch and other meetings. Among that group, we’ve tried just about everything on the menu. The only complaints we’ve heard are about the massive amounts of food. But that’s mostly from the women. Be careful about the drinks. They are both large and potent.

6125 SW Loop 820 Fort Worth, Texas 76132

817.423.3124

Multiple locations riomambo.com

Revolver Taco Lounge

2822 W. 7th St.

Fort Worth, Texas 76107

817.820.0122

revolvertacolounge.com

Salsa Fuego 3520 Alta Mere Drive Fort Worth, Texas 76116

817.560.7888

Atmosphere

Joe T. Garcia’s Mexican Restaurant

If you are a tourist or a local hosting a tourist, this is a must-see on anyone’s checklist. The restaurant is sprawling, but it maintains the same warm and homey atmosphere of its early days.

2201 N. Commerce St. Fort Worth, Texas 76164

817.626.4356

joets.com

Café Modern

Modern Art Museum of Fort Worth 3200 Darnell St. Fort Worth, Texas 76107 817.840.2157 themodern.org/cafe

Grace

777 Main Street Fort Worth, Texas 76102 817.877.3388

gracefortworth.com

Catering

Z’s Cafe and Catering

Catering offerings range from box lunches for meetings to formal dinner parties, with the ability to customize for dietary restrictions such as vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, food allergies and the like. But there is something else about this place. Every event booked creates jobs for residents and supporters of Samaritan House. 1116 Pennsylvania Ave. Fort Worth, Texas 76104. 817.991.8311

zscafe.com

Tastefully Yours Catering 1959 W. Southlake Blvd. Southlake, Texas 76092 817.749.0896

tastefullyours.com

Bistro Louise Catering 817.291.2734 bistrolouise.com

Outdoor Dining

Joe T. Garcias

Never choose to eat indoors unless it is raining, snowing or there’s no room left in the garden. Heat is OK. It’s Texas, you know. The restaurant opened on July 4, 1935. In the 1970s, it began to grow, first with the addition of a small patio with a pool and cabana to today’s sprawling indoor and outdoor facility that can seat well over 1,000. That’s up from the original 16 guests back at the start.

2201 N. Commerce St. Fort Worth, Texas 76164

817.626.4356

joets.com

The Grille at Hill Country Harbor 3415 Scenic Point Road Graford, Texas 76449

940.779.7600

harborliving.com/amenities/the-grill

Citrus Salmon Gavlax

Dessert Buffet

The Woodshed Smokehouse

3201 Riverfront Drive

Fort Worth, Texas 76107

817.877.4545

woodshedsmokehouse.com

Power Lunch

Del Frisco's Grille

Overlooking Fort Worth’s Sundance Plaza, this is the go-to place for those seeking Del Frisco’s quality and service in a smaller venue. The food is good, as are the drinks, and the people-watching in the Plaza outside is five-star.

154 E. 3rd St. Fort Worth, Texas 76102

817.887.9900

delfriscosgrille.com/fort-worth

Olenjack’s Grille

770 Road To Six Flags E., Ste. 100 Lincoln Square Arlington, Texas 76011

817.226.2600

olenjacksgrille.com

The Capital Grille 800 Main St. Fort Worth, Texas 76102

817.348.9200 thecapitalgrille.com

Steak

Del Frisco’s Double Eagle Steak House

Steak cooked your way. Your server will ask you to cut into the meat while he or she waits, and if it’s not what you ordered, back it goes. Any questions? 812 Main St. Fort Worth, Texas 76102

817.877.3999

delfriscos.com

Bob’s Steak and Chop House

1300 Houston St. Fort Worth, Texas 76102

817.350.4100

bobs-steakandchop.com

Fire Oak Grill 114 Austin Ave. Weatherford, Texas 76086

1.817.598.0400

fireoakgrill.com

Place to Take Visitors

Joe T. Garcia’s Mexican Restaurant

When people visit cities, one thing that is important is to be able to name-drop restaurants with the chance that the people they are trying to impress have been there or have heard of the joint. This is one of those places.

2201 N. Commerce St. Fort Worth, Texas 76164

817.626.4356

joets.com

Café Modern

Modern Art Museum of Fort Worth

3200 Darnell St. Fort Worth, Texas 76107

817.840.2157

themodern.org/cafe

Reata Restaurant

310 Houston St.

Sundance Square

Fort Worth, Texas 76102

817.336.1009

reata.net

Seafood

Eddie V’s Prime Seafood

This place has seafood in the name, but there are other things — aged, center-cut steaks among them for the fish-phobic members of your party. The atmosphere is lovely, the service excellent and the lounge serves up drinks and blues and jazz.

3100 W. 7th St.

Fort Worth Texas 76107

817.336.8000

eddiev.com

Waters

2901 Crockett St.

Fort Worth, Texas 76107

817.984.1110

waterstexas.com

Daddy Jack’s New England Lobster and Chowder House

353 Throckmorton

Fort Worth, Texas

817.332.2477

daddyjacks.org/sundance.php

New Restaurant

Bird Café

The focus here is on small plates. But the food is only part of the attraction. This split-level restaurant has 2,300 square feet of patio space overlooking Sun-

dance Plaza. That’s in addition to the 6,400 square feet inside.

155 E. 4th St.

Sundance Plaza

Fort Worth, Texas 76102

817.332.2473

birdinthe.net

Clay Pigeon Food and Drink

2731 White Settlement Road

Fort Worth, Texas 76107

817. 882.8065

claypigeonfd.com

Bite City Grill

Montgomery Plaza

2600 W. 7th St.

Fort Worth, Texas 76107

817.877.3888

bitecitygrill.com

Pizza

Mama’s Pizza

Mama’s has been the landmark local pizza place since it opened in 1968. There are a number of locations now, and the group keeps experimenting with new menu items. Among them is thin crust pizza with light cheese for those watching their calories. We might ask, if you are on a diet, why are you thinking about pizza? Also available is gluten-free crust.

1813 W. Berry St.

Fort Worth, Texas 76110

817.923.3541

Multiple Locations

mamaspizzas.net

Cane Rosso 815 W. Magnolia Ave. Fort Worth, Texas 76104

817.922.9222

ilcanerosso.com

Fireside Pies

2949 Crockett St. Fort Worth, Texas 76107

817.769.3590

1285 S. Main St. Grapevine, Texas 76051

817.416.1285

firesidepies.com

Salad

Texas de Brazil Restaurant

When you think of Brazilian restaurants, naturally you think of meat. But you ought also to think of salad. This one usually has 50 or 60 items with four made-in-house dressings, artisan breads, cheeses and a list other offerings too long to include here. Just keep in mind that the average human stomach can hold somewhere between 2 and 4 quarts. Choose carefully.

101 N. Houston St. Fort Worth, Texas 76102

817.882.9500

texasdebrazil.com/ftworth

Rafain Brazilian Steakhouse 2932 Crockett St. Fort Worth, Texas 76107

A Texas-sized Thank You from James Beard recognized Chef Eddy T. of BITE City Grill

When you first decided to open BITE City Grill in Fort Worth, what did you want BITE to become?

When we opened BITE City Grill, we wanted to show Fort Worth diners that fabulous flavors didn’t have to be expensive. BITE offers globally inspired dishes with beautiful presentation and prices that diners can enjoy every day.

We’ve been thrilled to offer Fort Worth a fresh twist on familiar items such as steaks, chops, fresh seafood and flatbreads, with unique flavors and accents from around the world.

How have your first six months been?

We have been so honored by the reception we’ve received in Fort Worth, as well as the many accolades and awards.

Thank you to Fort Worth for the amazing welcome to Cowtown. We’re excited to be a part of what makes this community the City of Cowboys and Culture!

~ Chef Eddy T

817.862.9800 rafain.com

Boi Na Braza 4025 William D. Tate Ave. Grapevine, Texas 76051

817.251.9881

boinabraza.com

Restaurant With Live Music

Fred’s Texas Café

Long-term residents are a little bemused by what happened to their favorite hole-in-the-wall, Texas sort-of truck stop that many people didn’t know where to find. The food is the same great fare it always has been. But that little place tucked in back is now a major music venue. Not that we’re complaining.

915 Currie St. Fort Worth, TX 76107 817.332.0083 fredstexascafe.com

Live Oak Music Hall & Lounge 1311 Lipsomb St. Fort Worth, Texas 76104 817.926.0968 theliveoak.com

Fire Oak Grill

114 Austin Ave. Weatherford, Texas 76086 1.817.598.0400 fireoakgrill.com

Family Restaurant

Mellow Mushroom

The hippies and freethinkers in suits who lead Mellow Mushroom understand kids and families. They’ve fixed it so the kids can watch the cooks throw the pizza dough in the air. And these are loud and noisy places where no one much cares if you act like a child. Even if it has been decades since you were one.

3455 Blue Bonnet Circle Fort Worth, Texas 76109

817.207.9677

200 N. Center St. Arlington, Texas 76011

817.274.7173

2820 E. Southlake Blvd. Southlake, Texas 76092

817.749.1111

mellowmushroom.com

Babe’s Chicken Dinner House

230 N. Center St. Arlington, Texas 76011

817.801.0300

120 S. Main St. Burleson, Texas 76028

817.447.3400

114 West Pearl St. Granbury, Texas 76048

817.573.9777

104 North Oak St. Roanoke, Texas 76262

817.491.2900

Other locations babeschicken.com

Coyote Drive-In Canteen

223 N.E. 4th St. Fort Worth, Texas 76164

817.717.7767

coyotedrive-in.com

Cookies

Sweet Sammies

Nothing complicated here. Choose two cookies and a Blue Bell ice cream flavor, and they’ll make you a cookie sandwich. Or you can have just the cookie. Or just the ice cream. Whatever. It is choosing among the 12 kinds of cookies that takes work.

825 Currie St.

Fort Worth, Texas 76107

817.332.0022

sweetsammies.com

The Shed - Texas Kitchen and Bakery

4019 Fort Worth Highway

Weatherford, Texas 76087

817.594.5533

shed.esdesignhouse.com

j. rae’s

935 Foch St.

Fort Worth, Texas 76107

817.332.0090

jraes.com

Hole in the Wall

El Asadero Mexican Steakhouse and Seafood

The Northern Mexican food cooked homestyle by the Villarreal family has been drawing customers since 1982. The menu is varied and the names of the dishes are familiar, but this is border cooking rather than straight Tex-Mex.

1535 N. Main St.

Fort Worth, Texas 76106

817.626.3399

elasadero.com

Benitos

1450 W. Magnolia Ave.

Fort Worth, Texas 76104

817.332.8633

benitosmexican.com

Paco and John 1116 8th Ave.

Fort Worth, Texas 76104

817.810.0032

pacoandjohn.com

Sandwich

Carshon’s Deli

This longtime favorite is home to the only kosherstyle deli food in Fort Worth. Established in 1928, Carshon’s has been piling the sandwiches high for generations with offerings such as the Rachel or the Rebecca.

3133 Cleburne Road

Fort Worth, Texas 76110

817.923.1907

carshonsdeli.com

Swiss Pastry Shop

3936 W. Vickery Blvd.

Fort Worth, Texas 76107

817.732.5661

swisspastryonline.com

The Shed - Texas Kitchen and Bakery

4019 Fort Worth Highway Weatherford, Texas 76087

817.594.5533

shed.esdesignhouse.com

Brunch

Max’s Wine Dive

We like the slogan: “Fried chicken and champagne? why the hell not?!” What answer can we give but “sure.” Brunch is Saturday and Sunday, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. And consider the Famous Southern Fried Chicken marinated in jalapeno-buttermilk. Comfort food.

2421 W. 7th St., Ste. 109 Fort Worth, Texas 76107

817.870.1100

maxswinedive.com

Little Red Wasp Kitchen + Bar

808 Main St. Fort Worth, Texas 76102

817.877.3111

littleredwasp.com

Winslow’s Wine Café

4101 Camp Bowie Blvd. Fort Worth, Texas 76107

817.546.6843

winslowswinecafe.com

Appetizers

Fire Oak Grill

Chef Eric Hunter is a master of combining tastes in his appetizers. Consider the surf and turf combination of shrimp, tenderloin roasted green chilies, cheddar grits, crab and lobster sauce. Or seared sea scallops, crispy pork belly, roasted Brussels sprouts and pickled Parker County peaches. 114 Austin Ave. Weatherford, Texas 76086

“The food was precise and the service stupendous. The trip there is well worth it.” –FW Weekly

“Rich and classy interior, efficient and well-trained staff, and steady, well executed menu – not to mention killer bellinis.” –Dallas Morning News

1.817.598.0400

fireoakgrill.com

The Wild Mushroom new location: 3206 Winthrop Ave. Fort Worth, Texas 76116

thewildmushroomrestaurant.com

The Classic Café

504 N. Oak St. Roanoke, Texas 76262

817.430.8185

theclassiccafe.com

Bar Food

MICHAELS Restaurant and Ancho Chile Bar

Why do we even ask this question every year? The results from the readers are always the same. Chef Michael S. Thomson creates a special menu just for the bar. We’ll mention just three: Classic Ranch Goat Cheese Tart; Ancho Fried Calamari; and the Ranch Cheese Board, a selection of five cheeses with fruit, nuts, crackers and breads.

3413 W. 7th St.

Fort Worth, Texas 76107

817.877.3413

michaelscuisine.com

The Tavern

2755 S. Hulen St.

Fort Worth, Texas 76109

817.923.6200

thetavernftworth.com

The Bearded Lady

1229 7th Ave.

Fort Worth, Texas 76104

817.349.9832

Food Truck

Good Karma Kitchen

The folk at Good Karma provide gourmet glutenfree, vegetarian food products. But if you have a few minutes, check out the extensive philosophical discussion on the website. Just one statement from that: “We believe that our customers should never have to ingest genetically modified organisms, pesticides, hormones, refined sugars or flours.”

817.995.9801

thegoodkarmakitchen.com

Taco Heads

tacoheads.com

Salsa Limón salsalimon.com

Ladies Lunch

Zodiac

Power shopping can be exhausting. So many things to try on. So little time. So Neiman Marcus Fort Worth offers an area of quiet rest and recuperation in this elegant restaurant. It’s been around since 1976. 2100 Green Oaks Road Fort Worth, Texas 76116

817.989.4650

tinyurl.com/Zodiac-Fort-Worth

McKinley’s Fine Bakery and Café

1616 S. University Drive, Ste. 301

Dinner served Thursday, Friday and Saturday nights.

Brunch on Saturday and Sunday

Reservations recommended

Fort Worth, Texas 76107

817.332.3242

mckinleysbakery.com

Ellerbe Fine Foods

1501 W. Magnolia Ave.

Fort Worth, Texas 76104

817.926.3663

ellerbefinefoods.com

Thai

Thailicious

It’s not difficult to find Thai food in Fort Worth, but some restaurants rise above the rest. Our readers picked this spot as best this year. This restaurant pledges only original Thai cuisine that is “healthy and good for you as well, so you can enjoy eating and not having to feel guilty afterwards!” Like that’s an issue.

4601 W. Freeway, Ste. 206

Fort Worth, Texas 76107

817.737.8111

thailicioususa.com

Thai Tina’s

Inside Embassy Suites

600 Commerce St. Fort Worth, Texas 75202

817.332.0088

thaitinas.com

Spice

411 Magnolia Ave.

Fort Worth, Texas 76104

817.984.1800

m.mainstreethub.com/spice

Vietnamese

Pho Little Saigon

Good pho is the mark of a good Vietnamese restaurant, and Pho Little Saigon, located near Ridgmar Mall, serves up an excellent version of this traditional dish. Our readers consistently select this restaurant as serving the best.

1712 Mall Circle

Fort Worth, Texas 76116

817.738.0040

pholittlesaigonfw.com

My Lan

4015 E. Belknap St. Haltom City, Texas 76111

817.222.1471

mylan-restaurant.com

Tu Hai

3909 E. Belknap St. Haltom City, Texas 76111

817.834.6473

Texas Cuisine

Bonnell’s Fine Texas Cuisine

Innovative Texas cooking. Just a suggestion: Start with Crispy Diamond H Quail Legs (flash-fried and served with southwestern buttermilk dipping sauce); follow with Roasted Tomato and Jalapeno Soup (garnished with lime crème fraîche); go for the Pepper-Crusted Buffalo Tenderloin (pan-seared and topped with a silky rye whisky cream sauce, served

with truffled pommes frites and grilled asparagus); and end with the Dublin Soda Float (flavors vary but always with house-made vanilla ice cream and cinnamon bunuelo chips). You can gain weight just reading the menu.

4259 Bryant Irvin Road

Fort Worth, Texas 76109

817.738.5489

bonnellstexas.com

MICHAELS Restaurant and Ancho Chile Bar

3413 W. 7th St.

Fort Worth, Texas 76107

817.877.3413

michaelscuisine.com

Reata Restaurant

310 Houston St.

Sundance Square

Fort Worth, Texas 76102

817.336.1009

reata.net

Burgers

Rodeo Goat Icehouse

The names of the burgers are as innovative as the recipes — Terlingua, Olivia Darling, Blue Goat, Cowboy Murrin, Caca Oaxaca, Telluride and veggie burgers, Neil Young and Dirty Grober. But whatever burger you order, be sure to order the fries.

2836 Bledsoe St.

Fort Worth, Texas 76107

817.877.4628

rodeogoat.com

Kincaid’s Hamburgers

4901 Camp Bowie Blvd.

Fort Worth, Texas 76107

817.732.2881

Multiple locations

kincaidshamburgers.com

TOMMY’S Hamburger Grill

5228 Camp Bowie Blvd. Fort Worth, Texas 76107

817.569.1111

2455 Forest Park Blvd.

Fort Worth, Texas 76110

817.920.1776

tommyshamburgergrill.com

Chips & Salsa

El Asadero Mexican Steakhouse and Seafood

It stands to reason that the 2014 Hole in the Wall (see category) restaurant also would do well in this category. This is home-style cooking with border and Northern Mexican influence.

1535 N. Main St. Fort Worth, Texas 76106

817.626.3399

elasadero.com

Rio Mambo Tex Mex y Mas

6125 SW Loop 820 Fort Worth, Texas 76132

817.423.3124

Multiple locations

riomambo.com

Joe T. Garcia’s

2201 N. Commerce St. Fort Worth, Texas 76164

817.626.4356

joets.com

Bakery

Blue Bonnet Bakery

This is a Fort Worth institution using recipes passed down over 75 years to make all the standard products you would expect in a bakery as well as signature items such as buttery monkey bread and double fudge cake. But it is not just about baked goods and breakfast. Blue Bonnet also offers an award-winning chicken salad sandwich and homemade chips for lunch, among other items.

4705 Camp Bowie Blvd. Fort Worth,, Texas 76107

817.731.4233

bluebonnetbakery.com

Elegant Cakery

535 S. Nolen Drive, Ste. 200 Southlake, Texas 76092

817.488.7580

elegantcakery.com

Stir Crazy Baked Goods

106 E. Daggett Ave. Fort Worth, Texas 76104

682.710.2253

stircrazybakedgoods.com

Frozen Yogurt Sweet Frog

Yogurt is a highly personal thing, with aficionados arguing endlessly about where and what is the best. Readers picked Sweet Frog, and we took a look at flavors available at the location nearest TCU. They are all yummy. But we do have to ask: How about something colored purple?

3054 S. University Drive Fort Worth, Texas 76109

817.926.0685

12918 South Freeway Burleson, Texas 76028

817.295.0004

9143 Highway 26, Ste. 670 North Richland Hills, Texas 76180

817.514.4081

sweetfrogyogurt.com

Yogurtland

Montgomery Plaza

2600 W 7th St. Fort Worth, Texas 76107

817.870.4689

1318 W. Pipeline Road Hurst, Texas 76053

817.590.8031

1251 E. Southlake Blvd. Southlake, Texas 76092

817.310.6390

yogurt-land.com

Yumilicious

124 E. 4th St. Fort Worth, Texas 76102

817.885.8401

5005 S. Cooper St., Ste. 167 Arlington, Texas 76017

817.465.9864

119 Grand Ave. Southlake, Texas 76092

817.488.9864 yumilicious.com

Chicken Salad

Zodiac

They label it “nm chicken salad.” If Neiman Marcus is willing to put its signature on it, you should be willing to eat it.

2100 Green Oaks Road

Fort Worth, Texas 76116

817.989.4650

tinyurl.com/Zodiac-Fort-Worth

The Lunch Box

6333 Camp Bowie Blvd. Fort Worth, Texas 76116

817.738.2181 eatthelunchbox.com

McKinley’s Fine Bakery and Café 1616 S. University Drive, Ste. 301 Fort Worth, Texas 76107

817.332.3242

mckinleysbakery.com

Beer Selection

Flying Saucer Draught Emporium

We count 329 varieties listed on the website, but we

might have missed a few. It might take a while to work our way through all of them, but somebody’s got to do it. Perhaps we’ll start with the interestingly named Smuttynose Vunderbar Pilsner.

111 E. 3rd St.

Fort Worth, Texas 76102

817.336.7470

beerknurd.com/stores/fortworth/ The Bearded Lady

1229 7th Ave. Fort Worth, Texas 76104

817.349.9832

Brewed

801 W. Magnolia Ave. Fort Worth, Texas 76104

817.945.1545

brewedfw.com

Carb Load

Cane Rosso

If the pizzas were square and sold by the slice, you could almost imagine that you are in Italy. There are many other items on the menu, but the pizza is the reason to visit this restaurant, even if you aren’t preparing for an endurance race.

815 W. Magnolia Ave. Fort Worth, Texas 76104

817.922.9222

ilcanerosso.com

Campisi’s

6150 Camp Bowie Blvd. Fort Worth, Texas 76116

817.916.4561

campisis.us/#!fort-worth/cws2

Rio Mambo Tex Mex y Mas 6125 SW Loop 820 Fort Worth, Texas 76132

817.423.3124

Multiple locations riomambo.com

Frozen Drinks

Rodeo Goat Icehouse

Rodeo Goat mixes some very unusual ingredients into its frozen drinks. The original frozen drink at the restaurant is the Moontang. It’s made with Firefly Moonshine, blended with Tang and a few other ingredients. Also popular is the Purple Drink, which combines all the elements of Long Island Iced Tea with grape juice and grape Kool-Aid. Popular with the TCU crowd, we understand.

2836 Bledsoe St. Fort Worth, Texas 76107

817.877.4628

rodeogoat.com

Rio Mambo Tex Mex y Mas 6125 SW Loop 820 Fort Worth, Texas 76132

817.423.3124

Multiple locations riomambo.com

Uncle Julio’s 5301 Camp Bowie Blvd. Fort Worth, Texas 76107

Shinjuku Station is an izakaya-style restaurant that serves traditional japanese small plates – perfect for sharing. Indoor & outdoor dining available with a full bar.

817.377.2777

1301 William D. Tate Ave. Grapevine, Texas 76051

817.416.8416

unclejulios.com

Italian

Piccolo Mondo

The location of this restaurant — halfway between Dallas and Fort Worth — and the ease of access make this a popular meeting place for friends and business people from the two cities. But the draw is the food. Everything else is just an extra.

829 Lamar Blvd. E. Arlington, Texas 76011

817.265.9174

piccolomondo.com

Italianni’s

1601 Precinct Line Road Hurst, Texas 76054

817.498.6770

italiannishurst.com

La Piazza

2930 Bledsoe St. Fort Worth, TX 76107

817.334.0000

lapiazzafw.com

Diner

Montgomery Street Café

The original meaning of “diner,” says MerriamWebster, is “a small, informal, and inexpensive

restaurant that looks like a railroad car.” Except for the railroad car, that definition fits this popular breakfast and lunch place to a tee.

2000 Montgomery St. Fort Worth, Texas 76107

817.731.8033

Spiral Diner & Bakery

1314 W. Magnolia Ave. Fort Worth, Texas 76104

817.332.8834

spiraldiner.com

Paris Coffee Shop

704 W. Magnolia Ave. Fort Worth, Texas 76104

817.335.2041

pariscoffeeshop.net

Farm to Fork

The Classic Café

The concept behind farm to fork is twofold: freshness of the ingredients and protection of the environment by lowering transportation costs for the food where possible. At The Classic Café, Chef Charles Youts walks out to the Chef’s Pantry, picks what’s fresh and ripe, and incorporates those ingredients into some of his dishes.

504 N. Oak St. Roanoke, Texas 76262

817.430.8185

theclassiccafe.com

Bird Café

155 E. 4th and Commerce

Sundance Plaza

Fort Worth, Texas 76102

817.332.2473

birdinthe.net

Ellerbe Fine Foods

1501 W. Magnolia Ave.

Fort Worth, Texas 76104

817.926.3663

ellerbefinefoods.com

Hotel Restaurant

Bob’s Steak and Chop House

The first Bob’s opened in Dallas in 1993 and has now spread nationwide. This is a traditional American steakhouse and an elegant dining experience for locals and tourists alike.

Omni Hotel

1300 Houston St. Fort Worth, Texas 76102

817.350.4100

bobs-steakandchop.com/locations/fort-worth/ Old Hickory Steakhouse

Gaylord Texan

1501 Gaylord Trail Grapevine, Texas 76051

817.778.2280

gaylordhotels.com

Six 10 Grille

Ashton Hotel

610 Main St. Fort Worth, Texas 76102

817.332.0100

theashtonhotel.com

Barbecue

Billy's Oak Acres BBQ

The reviews are rave, and fans and supporters of this Westside joint swamped the nominations this year. That’s in a city that takes its barbecue very, very seriously. Check it out.

1700 N. Las Vegas Trail

Fort Worth, Texas 76108

817.367.2200

Angelo’s Bar-B-Que

2533 White Settlement Road

Fort Worth, Texas 76107

817.332.0357

angelosbbq.com

Railhead Smokehouse

2900 Montgomery St.

Fort Worth, Texas 76107

817.738.9808

railheadsmokehouse.com

Cupcakes

Leah’s Sweet Treats

Fort Worth native Leah Loose started Sweet Treats four years ago after, she says, “watching too many hours of the Food Network during college.” We’re glad she did. It was not time wasted.

4910 Camp Bowie Blvd.

Fort Worth, Texas 76107

817.731.5223

leahssweettreats.com

Cupcake Cottage

5015 El Campo Ave.

Fort Worth, Texas 76107

817.732.5670

thecupcakecottage.com

Ultimate Cupcake

3316 Fort Worth Highway

Hudson Oaks, Texas 76087

817.596.9090

ultimatecupcake.net

Late Night Bite

Ol’ South Pancake House

First, you need to know 24/7. That’s handy for those up early, up late, or studying for an exam at TCU. Second, you need to know that the menu is simple, extensive and inexpensive.

1509 S. University Drive

Fort Worth, Texas 76107

817.336.0311

olsouthpancakehouse.com

Fuzzy’s

2917 W. Berry St.

Fort Worth, Texas 76109

817.924.7943

Multiple locations

fuzzystacoshop.com

Velvet Taco

2700 W. 7th St.

Fort Worth, Texas 76107

817.887.9810

velvettaco.com

Sashimi/Sushi

Piranha Killer Sushi

Chef Kenzo Tran uses the word “killer” freely, saying he started Piranha Killer Sushi to deliver killer drinks and cuisine in a killer atmosphere. He’s succeeded so far as our readers are concerned. As a bonus, the Downtown Fort Worth location is open until midnight on Friday and Saturday.

335 W. 3rd St.

Fort Worth, Texas 76102

817.348.0200

859 N.E. Green Oaks Blvd. Arlington, Texas 76006

817.261.1636

309 Curtis Mathes Way, Ste. 149 Arlington, Texas 76018

817.465.6455

piranhakillersushi.com

Blue Sushi Sake Grill

3131 W. 7th St. Fort Worth, Texas 76107

817.332.2583

bluesushisakegrill.com

Little Lilly Sushi

6100 Camp Bowie Blvd., Ste. 12 Fort Worth, Texas 76116

817.989.8886

littlelillysushi.com

French Fries

Tillman’s Roadhouse

817.984.1800

Fort Worth’s best kept secret is out! Don’t judge this book by its cover. This is one that will take you by surprise from the charming interior and relaxed atmosphere to the great tasting home cooked meal.

Hours of Operation: Tues. - Sat. 10:30 - 6:00. Closed Sun. & Mon.

Drew’s Place

5701 Curzon (off Camp Bowie and Horne St.) Fort Worth, TX 76107 817.735.4408

What this place does with its French fries may be illegal, and they probably should be a controlled substance. We base that on the legions of readers who consistently name Tillman’s in this category. Technically, the dish is called the Trio of Fries and consists of parmesan and black pepper Kennebec potatoes, chili-lime russet potatoes and bourbon sweet potato fries, with house spiced ketchup and horseradish pickled mayo on the side. 2933 Crockett St. Fort Worth, Texas 76107

817.850.9255

tillmansroadhouse.com

Big John's Burgers & Beer 105 College Ave. Weatherford, Texas 76086

817.341.6717

Lili's Bistro 1310 W. Magnolia Ave. Fort Worth, Texas 76104

817.877.0700 lilisbistro.com

Happy Hour

Blue Mesa Bar & Grill

This is a very popular happy hour with cut prices on drinks and draft beer. But the spread of Blue Mesa snacks may be the real attraction.

1600 S. University Drive Fort Worth, Texas 76107

817.332.6372

550 Lincoln Square Arlington, Texas 76011

682.323.3050

bluemesagrill.com

Blue Sushi Sake Grill 3131 W. 7th St. Fort Worth, Texas 76107 817.332.2583

bluesushisakegrill.com

Chimy’s Cerveceria 1053 Foch St. Fort Worth, Texas 76107 817.348.8888

chimys.com

Guys’ Night Out

Olenjack’s Grille

Here’s an idea: Organize a party. Decide how much you want to spend. Call Chef Brian Olenjack. Ask him to put together a dinner for guys for the money you have to spend. Enjoy. Note: We just made that up. We have no idea whether Brian would play. 770 Road To Six Flags E., Ste. 100 Lincoln Square Arlington, Texas 76011 817.226.2600

olenjacksgrille.com

Fire Oak Grill 114 Austin Ave. Weatherford, Texas 76086 1.817.598.0400

fireoakgrill.com

Pop’s Safari Cigars, Wine and Bistro 2929 Morton St. Fort Worth, Texas 76107 817.334.0559 popssafari.com

Japanese

Sushi Axiom Japanese Fusion Cuisine

It is tempting to think of Sushi Axiom as a sushi place, but it is a full Japanese restaurant. Nobody does calamari better, and the Pearfection Martini is a perfect start to any meal. The Burleson location has teppanyaki available.

Montgomery Plaza

2600 W 7th St. Fort Worth, Texas 76107

817.877.3331

12650 S. Freeway

Burleson, Texas 76028

817.295-9559

4625 Donnelly Ave., Ste. 101 Fort Worth, Texas 76107

817.735.9100

sushiaxiom.com

Blue Sushi Sake Grill

3131 W. 7th St. Fort Worth, Texas 76107

817.332.2583

bluesushisakegrill.com

Shinjuku Station

711 W. Magnolia Ave. Fort Worth, Texas 76104

817.923.2695

shinjuku-station.com

Old Favorite

Kincaid’s Hamburgers

Charles Kincaid's Grocery and Market opened in 1946, and O.R. Gentry, who had been the meat cutter since 1947, began cooking hamburgers in 1964. He bought Kincaid's about three years later, and the rest, as they say, is history. Love of its hamburgers has been passed down through the generations.

4901 Camp Bowie Blvd.

Fort Worth, Texas 76107

817.732.2881

Multiple locations

kincaidshamburgers.com

Angelo’s Bar-B-Que

2533 White Settlement Road

Fort Worth, Texas 76107

817.332.0357

angelosbbq.com

The Original Mexican Eats Café

4713 Camp Bowie Blvd. Fort Worth, Texas 76107

817.738.6226

originalmexicaneatscafe.com

After-Theater Dining

Blue Sushi Sake Grill

The late night dining scene in Fort Worth is constantly improving with the growth of the West 7th area and Magnolia Avenue, and with additional venues Downtown, but after-theater dining can still be chancy. That’s where Blue Sushi reliably comes in with late hours and full service. It is open to midnight Friday and Saturday.

3131 W. 7th St.

Fort Worth, Texas 76107

817.332.2583

bluesushisakegrill.com

Zambrano Wine Cellar

910 Houston St., Ste. 110 Fort Worth, Texas 76102

Teresa’s Bartending & Serving

Teresa’s Event Staffing & Bartending will do whatever it takes to make everything perfect for your special day. What sets Teresa and her staff apart from the rest is their willingness to go that extra mile. From coming at the last minute when somebody doesn’t show to thinking fast on her feet when a bride drops the cake, Teresa’s Event Staffing & Bartending will make sure your party goes smoothly.

“Teresa’s professionalism and attentiveness to detail allows a hostess to be just that, a hostess. She and her staff helped with my parent’s 50th anniversary party and made the small gathering special by allowing the focus to be on our parents. They guided the party effortlessly from cocktail hour through dessert. I hope they help us celebrate their 75th!” – Cynthia Prince

“Here at Fort Worth, Texas magazine we use Teresa’s catering and bartending for all of our events and promotions. They are creative, reliable, resourceful and trustworthy. We find them very professional and they present themselves in a very classy way. They come with my highest recommendation.” – Diane Ayres, Associate Publisher

“I will not host a party without Teresa’s staff! It just makes all the difference.” – Becky Haskin

“I have used Teresa for the last 20 years for my events. I can always count on Teresa and her well trained staff to make sure the party goes well.” – Michael Thomson at Michaels Cuisine

“Simply the best from start to finish and everything in between.” – Judy Youngs, Executive Director a Wish with Wings

“Teresa’s staff are miracle workers! From serving to cleaning up, Teresa will make your event.” – Feastivities

When I found Teresa, I no longer had to interview or look for help again because I had found the one. Teresa makes all of your events seem effortless down to the smallest detail. You can rest assured your home is safe and secure in the event your guests may be other than friends or family. If you need assistance with any entertaining, you will be well served to use this amazing company. – Rhonda Walsh

“I wouldn’t dream of having a party without Teresa and her amazing staff. Teresa goes above and beyond to make sure everything is taken care of and that nothing is left undone at the end of the party.”– Marsha Kleinheinz

817.850.9463

zambranowines.com

Bird Café

155 E. 4th and Commerce

Sundance Plaza

Fort Worth, Texas 76102

817.332.2473

birdinthe.net

Southern

Buttons

The menu here is extensive, but Buttons made its name with upscale comfort, old-school dishes like Chicken and Waffles, Shrimp Fish and Gritz and Old School Pot Roast. Old School Sides include braised cabbage, collard greens, fried okra, corn bread, candied sweet potatoes and jalapeno cheese grits. There’s live music most nights and a vibrant bar scene.

4701 W. Freeway

Fort Worth, Texas 76008

817.735.4900

buttonsrestaurant.com

Weatherford Downtown Café

101 W. Church St.

Weatherford, Texas 76087

817.594.8717

Drew’s Place

5701 Curzon Ave.

Fort Worth, Texas 76107

817.735.4408

drewssoulfood.com

Light Menu

McKinley’s Fine Bakery and Café

McKinley’s features a wide variety of breakfast and lunch foods that are smaller portions. It clearly markets to women — note the Lady’s Sampler with a cup of soup, fruit and three of house finger sandwiches — but the food appeals to men as well.

1616 S. University Drive, Ste. 301

Fort Worth, Texas 76107

817.332.3242

mckinleysbakery.com

Bravo Cucina Italiana

3010 South Hulen St. Fort Worth, TX 76109

817.763.0145

bravoitalian.com

Ellerbe Fine Foods

Fort Worth, Texas 76104

1501 W. Magnolia Ave.

817.926.3663

ellerbefinefoods.com

Meal With a View

The Grille at Hill Country Harbor Lakeside dining in Texas is rare enough to be a special treat, and that is what The Grille provides on Possum Kingdom Lake. There is patio and indoor dining in a family-friendly, rustic setting. There’s plenty of parking and a courtesy dock if you arrive by boat.

3415 Scenic Point Road

Graford, Texas 76449

940.779.7600

harborliving.com/amenities/the-grill

Reata

310 Houston St.

Grand Opening

You are cordially invited to the Grand Opening celebration of The Westmore.

Join us as we open our doors and introduce a one-of-a-kind senior living lifestyle that redefines retirement.

THURSDAY NOVEMBER 13

5 - 7:30 p.m.

Enjoy tours, cocktails, live music and special hors d’oeuvres by our Executive Chef

For more information, call 817.731.7600

Sundance Square

Fort Worth, Texas 76102

817.336.1009

reata.net

Live Oak Music Hall & Lounge

1311 Lipscomb St.

Fort Worth, Texas 76104

817.926.0968 theliveoak.com

Deli

Carshon’s

Immigrant David Carshon established Carshon’s in 1928, and it remains true to its roots as a kosherstyle deli. Sandwiches are piled high, and the Reuben, with corned beef or pastrami, melted Swiss and kraut on rye, is one of the best around. The bagel with lox and cream cheese spread is a truly authentic offering.

3133 Cleburne Road

Fort Worth, Texas 76110

817.923.1907

carshonsdeli.com

Central Market

4651 W. Freeway

Fort Worth, Texas 76107

817.989.4700

1425 E. Southlake Blvd.

Southlake, Texas 76092

817.310.5600

centralmarket.com

Roy Pope Grocery

2300 Merrick St. Fort Worth, Texas 76107

817.732.8202

roypopegrocery.com

Wings

WingStop

In just 20 years, WingStop has spread from one store in Garland to more than 500 stores in 30 states. There’s a reason. Service is fast and you can mix the seasoning in any combination you want. And they are good.

Multiple locations wingstop.com

Buffalo Bros Pizza, Wings & Subs

3015 S. University Drive Fort Worth, Texas 76109

817.386.9601

buffalobrostexas.com

Buffalo Wild Wings

5601 S. Hulen St. Fort Worth, Texas 76132

817.423.2999

Multiple locations buffalowildwings.com

Bagels

Einstein Bros Bagels

We count 28 types of bagels available with a variety of cream cheese spreads, plus soups, sandwiches, salads and other tasty treats.

Multiple locations einsteinbros.com

Yogi’s Deli and Grill

2710 S. Hulen St. Fort Worth, Texas 76109

817.924.4500

yogisdeliandgrill.com

Central Market

4651 W. Freeway Fort Worth, Texas 76107

817.989.4700

1425 E. Southlake Blvd. Southlake, Texas 76092

817.310.5600

centralmarket.com

Indian

Bombay Grill Indian Restaurant

Bombay offers an extensive menu of traditional Indian dishes and sides. Many of the dishes are spicy, which is clearly indicated on the menu. If your mouth is delicate, you’ll want to discuss the spices with your server.

4625 Donnelly Ave.

Fort Worth, TX 76107

817.377.9395

bombaygrillindiantx.com

Maharaja Indian Restaurant and Bar

6308 Hulen Bend Blvd. Fort Worth, Texas 76132

817.263.7156

maharajadfw.com

Tandoor Indian Restaurant

1200 N. Fielder Road, Ste. 532

Arlington, Texas 76012

817.261.6604

tandoorrestaurant.net

French

Saint-Emilion

Saint-Emilion offers classic French cuisine in a small restaurant on West 7th Street, overlooking Downtown Fort Worth. The menu includes traditional dishes like les escargots in flavorful garlic butter and French onion soup, Dover sole, roasted duck, veal, rabbit and many varieties of fresh fish. Specials are offered nightly on the blackboard.

3617 W. 7th St. Fort Worth, Texas 76107

817.737.2781

saint-emilionrestaurant.com

Cacharel

2221 E. Lamar Blvd., 9th Floor Arlington, Texas 76006

817.640.9981

cacharel.net

La Madeline

6140 Camp Bowie Blvd. Fort Worth, Texas 76116

817.654.0471

4626 S.W. Loop 820 Fort Worth, Texas 76109

817.717.5200

2101 N. Collins St. Arlington, Texas 76011

817.461.3634

4201 S. Cooper St., Ste. 731 Arlington, Texas 76015

817.417.5100 lamadeleine.com

Season for Holiday Magic at Gaylord Texan Resort!

See Frosty in ICE!, two million lights, and holiday decorations that are larger than life!

November 13, 2014 –

January 3, 2015

Gaylord Texan Resort’s 11th annual Lone Star Christmas event will return with lavishly decorated indoor gardens featuring 2 million twinkling holiday lights, a 54-foot Christmas tree, 15,000 glittering ornaments, magical miniature train sets, and much more! Back and better than ever, our life-sized ICE! attraction, created from TWO MILLION POUNDS of hand-carved ice by master Chinese artisans, will feature the original holiday classic, Frosty the Snowman! Also enjoy “Santa’s Wild Workshop” 12-lane snow tubing hill, photos with Santa, cookies & milk with Mrs. Claus, gingerbread decorating with Gingy, and a Madagascar “Crack-A-Lackin” character breakfast.

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supporting the military

Fort Worth AirPower Council and the AirPower Foundation exist to support Fort Worth’s base and the military across the nation.

| by Paul K. harral |

It’s difficult to imagine now just how frightening the days of the c old w ar were. Americans built private bomb shelters. School children practiced hiding under their desks in case of a nuclear attack, as if that were going to help. Office buildings were designated as Civil Defense fallout shelters and stocked with supplies. Radio and television stations regularly interrupted their programming to test the nationwide alert system.

On the forefront of the Cold War with the Soviet Union was Carswell Air Force Base in Fort Worth, opened in 1942, and designated as a Strategic Air Command (SAC) base in 1946.

In was in that environment that a group of Fort Worth civic leaders, headed by Frank Kent and including Fred Korth, Ed Parker, Earle Parker and Hank Green, decided in

1958 to establish an organization to provide community support for Carswell and the U.S. Air Force. Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. Curtis LeMay came to Fort Worth to deliver the charter. And the Fort Worth AirPower Council came into existence.

The base became the Naval Air Station Fort Worth Joint Reserve Base Carswell Field in 1994. But the mission of the AirPower Council remains unchanged. The idea is to build morale among those serving in all branches and raise awareness of the base and its mission. Members travel to Washington to advocate — they are careful to not use the word “lobby” — on behalf of the base.

“We’ll go out there and help them with their Christmas food baskets, we’ll help them with homecomings when the troops are coming back, we’ll help with deployments,” said Sid Eppes, the chairman of the group. “We’ll be out there to send the boys and girls off.”

But the efforts are not confined to the base. The outreach is to the local VA Clinic as well and to other organizations and locations, including Fort Hood. “We have a contingency that supports the Snowball Express, which is the organization for children who have lost a parent since 9-11 in the war on terror. They come into the Fort

Worth area; there are about 2,000 of them each year,” Eppes said.

Membership is limited and by invitation only, and the dues are just $125 a year.

The first Sky Ball at Fort Worth’s Meacham International Airport raised $30,000. “Last year (2013) we raised $1.2 million,” said Roman Palomares, chairman of the foundation. The foundation expected to raise about $1.7 million this year, not including in-kind donations.

The reason for the huge increase is a name change. “About four years ago, we decided to take the Fort Worth off the foundation and go national. It was too regionalized to Fort Worth,” Palomares said. That brought in donations from all over the country. “In 2013, we provided a little over $500,000 to a number of organizations,” he said.

The Sky Ball has evolved into a multiday affair that includes a job fair, a night of entertainment for service members and, of course, the black-tie ball itself. American Airlines is the major supporter, both with volunteers and with money, and Jim Palmersheim of American is the chair of the ball. The ball is held in Hanger 5, American’s active maintenance hanger at DFW International Airport. The airline turns it over to the ball for a week.

Medal of Honor recipients (left to right) Ty Carter (Army, Afghanistan), Salvatore Giunta (Army, Afghanistan), Bob Patterson (Army, Vietnam), Bruce Crandall (Army, Vietnam) and Jim Fleming (Air Force, Vietnam) at the 2013 American Airlines Sky Ball in Support of the Airpower Foundation. Photo courtesy Airpower Foundation

The American Airlines Sky in 2013 honored all who served in Afghanistan and included a special branch of service salute to the United States Army. More than 2,500 guests and 1,000 volunteers were in attendance. Photo courtesy Airpower Foundation

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Cycle of Violence

Good men have to stand up to help break generational issues of domestic violence.

| by paul k harral |

Boys who witness domestic violence are twice as likely to a B use their own partners and children when they B ecome adults, say experts on domestic violence. And that is the reasoning behind a program at SafeHaven of Tarrant County that is so new that they haven’t even figured out a name for it.

It seeks to match adult males with boys who have come to the shelter in an effort to break a cycle that says that seeing violence between one’s parents or caretakers is the strongest risk factor of transmitting violent behavior from one generation to the next.

“We’re thinking M2M, which stands for Man to Man,” said SafeHaven Director of Community Engagement Krista Moffett, who has been coordinating the mentoring program.

The pilot project linked TJ Hutchings with Marcos, a 16-year-old boy whom police helped come to the shelter with his family. “We came here when one of my mom’s ex-boyfriends hit her and a lot of other stuff he’s done — abuse, physical, mental. Things like that,” Marcos said on a video SafeHaven produced about the program. “I stayed up that night, just watching the door. I didn’t go to bed that night because I didn’t know what would happen. But I figured it was called SafeHaven for a reason.”

Hutchings has an inkling of what Marcos has experienced. “There was never any specific physical abuse that I witnessed as a child, but it was not a healthy relationship. Lots of fighting. A lot of trust issues,” he said. His father was involved in drugs and could not hold a job.

“When Marcos feels like he has to step up and be the man of the house, I remember feeling the same feelings when I was mowing lawns to help Mom out,” Hutchings said. “She had to work two jobs because she couldn’t support us.”

His primary interest right now is to help Marcos stay in school and succeed. It is not unusual for children in situations like Marcos’ to experience academic problems, behavior problems, depression and low self-esteem.

Men are the answer to ending domestic violence against women, says SafeHaven Executive Director Mary Lee Hafley. “Ending domestic violence means the 90 percent who are good men hold the 10 percent who aren’t accountable for their words and actions regarding women,” Hafley said.

One Event, Three Charities

Hearts and Minds That Care Presents brings together the passions of its three founders in a December event of music and fun in Sundance Plaza. | by paul k harral |

k risti e asterly, c hristen Gullatt and Jade Bailey met B y chance — or B y providence.

The women discovered the common threads in their lives — two families were connected through a church home, two were connected through the experience of raising brothers, and two were connected

because they were raising children with diseases beyond their control.

“We were at a place where we felt like we couldn’t control these issues that were affecting our lives, but at least we could do something to raise awareness and funding so that maybe our children’s future would be brighter and healthier,” said Easterly.

As a result, they formed a non-profit organization called Hearts and Minds That Care Presents (hmcpresents.org) to raise money and awareness for three separate organizations that have touched their hearts in a personal way.

Their second effort at a major fundraiser — Jingle Bells for Cancer Cells — is scheduled 4-7 p.m., Saturday, Dec. 6, in Sundance Plaza. Their initial event fell victim to Icemageddon the first weekend of December 2013.

Their charity benefits the Children’s Tumor Foundation (ctf.org), Basal Cell Carcinoma Nevus Syndrome Life Support Network (gorlinsyndrome.org) and the Methodist Justice Ministry of Fort Worth’s First United Methodist Church (methodistjusticeministry.org).

Easterly supports the Children’s Tumor Foundation, which raises awareness and funding for neurofibromatosis, a disease her 3-year-old daughter has. Both Gullatt and her 6-year-old son have basal cell nevus syndrome. Bailey supports the Methodist Justice Ministry, which provides legal assistance to women and children, because more than 30 years ago, her mother was in an abusive relationship. For more details on Jingle Bells for Cancer Cells tickets and sponsorships, visit hmcpresents.org/giving.php.

TJ Hutchings is mentoring Marcos in a new program that SafeHaven Executive Director Mary Lee Hafley says might be the key to changing the world of domestic violence. Photo courtesy SafeHaven of Tarrant County

From left, Jade Bailey, Christen Gullatt and Kristi Easterly formed their charity after coming together as a result of their school-aged children. Photo courtesy Hayley Roebuck Photography

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live thankfully

Growing up, we’re all taught to be kind and share what we have with others not so fortunate. For Alison Kelley and her husband, Dr. John Kelley of Kelley Orthodontics, that lesson still applies to this day.

| by Jessy diamba |

This November marks

the third a NN ual “ l ive t ha N kfully!” food drive, founded by the couple. What started merely as a way to give out turkeys to a dozen or so families in need evolved into a month-long charity event benefiting families living in Como, an impoverished neighborhood of Fort Worth.

“When John moved his office to the inner city area four years ago, he had a vision of doing something radical for the nearby residents,” Alison Kelley says of her spouse. “His heart beats heavy for this. John and I have been married for 19 years and are blessed with 4 children; one was adopted from Russia with special needs, and another is dyslexic, so we can relate to families dealing with hardships. Through Live Thankfully, John is extending the smiles he helps craft at work every day out the office doors and into the hearts of all kinds of people.”

The entire event begins with Alison visiting eight partnering schools and asking counselors for 10 families who will need financial assistance to celebrate the upcoming Thanksgiving holiday with their loved ones. “They don’t release names, just how many families have requested help. Confidentiality and privacy are very important to us.” Each school then sets up anywhere from a one- to three-week can drive, while over at Kelley Orthodontics and more than 30 other affiliated dental offices, patients are let in on the surprise and asked for contributions in any way possible, “from donating cans to volunteering…the schools are hungry for volunteers, of all ages!”

Five days prior to Thanksgiving, volunteers come and participate in the “Party With a Purpose,” hosted at Southwest Christian

School, and pack donated items for the upcoming delivery. After a word of prayer, the packing begins.

Each family receives one turkey, side dishes and two bags of groceries. “Last year, we packed more than 15,000 items in 1,000 bags! If I had to describe our community party in one word, that word would be overcoming…or indescribable.”

Finally, the Tuesday before Thanksgiving, the big day comes: delivery day. “Everyone meets over at Christ Chapel Bible Church, bags are stored in cars, and we’re on our way!” Many schoolteachers, faculty and principals come out to help.

Sheila Lashley, the counselor at Lily B. Clayton elementary, commented about delivery day: “Whether the families come to pick up their Thanksgiving meal and groceries or have it delivered by one of our staff members, we see the look of gratitude on their face and are told repeatedly that Thanksgiving would not happen for their family without the generous donation. I value Live Thankfully because it reaches out to our community and serves the community we live in!”

The Kelleys aren’t slowing down anytime soon. In fact, they’re just getting started: “John’s goal is to be active with 85 schools and churches over three years.”

(seen here) Young volunteers pack donated items for upcoming delivery. (below) Dr. John Kelley with his wife Alison

Procedures Can Assist in Kidney Stone Passage

Q: What are kidney stones and what are their symptoms?

a : Kidney stones develop in the urine from crystalforming substances, such as calcium, oxalate or uric acid. Symptoms include sharp pain in the back or side, blood in the urine, nausea and vomiting, or

frequent urination. Fever and chills may develop if there is an associated urinary tract infection.

Q: What causes them?

a : often, patients are not able to identify a single

cause for their stone. However, there are several factors, including family history, being male, dehydration, dietary factors, obesity, bowel disorders and other medical conditions, that may increase one’s risk of forming stones.

Q: How do you diagnose kidney stones?

a : if a stone is suspected, a diagnosis can be made with a variety of tests. A Ct scan is most commonly used, especially in an acute setting. other radiology tests include intravenous pyelogram or kidney ultrasound.

Q: How do you work with patients to treat kidney stones?

a : m ost kidney stones pass without surgery. m edications, such as alpha blockers, may facilitate passage. Pain medications are often prescribed and increased fluid intake is encouraged. if stones do not pass on their own, or if complicating factors are present, kidney stones may be treated with extracorporeal shock wave lithotripsy (ESWL), which is a noninvasive treatment that sends shock waves to the stone to break it into smaller fragments that will pass. Ureteroscopy

is a minimally invasive procedure during which a fiber optic scope is inserted into the urethra and up to the stone. the stone is fragmented with laser and pieces are extracted. Percutaneous nephrolithotomy is for stones that are too large to be treated by the above methods. A surgeon makes a small incision in the patient’s back to break up and remove stones.

Q: What can people do to help prevent kidney stones?

a : Although some risk factors, such as family history, cannot be altered, dietary recommendations, including staying hydrated and limiting daily intake of sodium, animal protein and oxalate, are encouraged for stone patients. A metabolic evaluation may be done for patients with a history of large or recurrent stones to define risk factors.

Jeff Applewhite, M.D.

Urology USMD Fort Worth Terrell Clinic 1300 W. Terrell Avenue, Ste. 400 Fort Worth, TX 76104 USMD.com

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Thyroid Nodules – Not Preventable but Easily Curable

Q: What are thyroid nodules and what are symptoms associated with them?

a : Thyroid nodules are solid or fluid-filled bumps in the thyroid gland. the great majority do not cause symptoms and are found during medical exams

ine, causing symptoms such as unexplained weight loss, increased heart rate, nervousness or tremors.

Q: What causes them? Are there things people can do to help prevent them?

a : t hyroid nodules can be caused by several etiologies. one is an overgrowth of normal tissue, which is called an adenoma. t he exact reason this occurs is not known. they can be caused by a fluid-filled cavity, called a cyst, which is generally a degenerating adenoma. A third cause is inflammation of the thyroid gland, which is called thyroiditis. A small percentage of nodules are caused by cancer. nodules of the thyroid are not preventable.

causing symptoms that interfere with swallowing or breathing. And it may be recommended for those nodules overproducing thyroxine hormone.

Q: How successful is surgery in the treatment of thyroid nodules?

a : For nodules that require surgery, surgery is very successful and is curative in a majority of instances. However, there are risks associated with surgery and these should be discussed with your physician.

Q: What can patients expect after surgery in terms of recovery?

a : Generally the recovery time following surgery is one week to return to normal activities. if the entire thyroid is removed, a prescription medicine must be taken to replace the thyroxine hormone, which is produced by the thyroid gland.

Christian Carr, M.D.

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or incidentally on x-rays done for another reason. Symptoms can be caused when the nodule gets large and causes trouble with swallowing or breathing. other symptoms can be from the nodule over producing the hormone the thyroid makes, thyrox-

Q: When do you recommend surgery as a treatment option?

a : Surgery is recommended for nodules that are cancerous or highly suspicious for cancer. it is also recommended for nodules that are large and

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Osteoporosis Asymptomatic until First Fracture

Q: What is osteoporosis and what are its symptoms?

a : osteoporosis is a disease that makes bones weak or thin, meaning they can break easily. there are no symptoms until there is a fracture. People with osteoporosis can get a fracture from a trauma, like a fall or a car accident, or from something as minimal as a bad cough.

Q: What causes osteoporosis and how is it diagnosed?

a : o steoporosis is usually hereditary—people

with a parent who had a hip fracture or spine deformities have substantial risk of developing osteoporosis. Some medical problems, such as rheumatoid arthritis, thyroid or calcium disorders, early menopause in women, or low testosterone in men, increase risk. People with low body weight have greater risk, and cigarette smoking or consumption of three or more alcoholic drinks per day also increases risk.

Q: How do you work with patients to treat osteoporosis?

a : The first step in managing osteoporosis is making a diagnosis, which involves history, physical exam and DXA imaging, which is a modified x-ray of the spine and hips. once a diagnosis is made, if the patient has not suffered a fracture, treatment focuses on fracture prevention. if a fracture has already occurred, our focus is on preventing additional fractures, avoiding deformities, and managing pain. many times i recommend medications that help prevent fractures and discuss over-thecounter supplements, like calcium and vitamin D. Some patients require physical therapy, orthopedic specialists, or pain management specialists.

Q: Are there long-term complications of osteoporosis?

a : over time, fractures can cause chronic pain, loss of mobility, and deformities that interfere with basic activities, like eating or taking deep breaths. Hip fractures in elderly people can lead to loss of independence and, in extreme cases, death from complications.

Q: Are there things you recommend to help prevent osteoporosis?

a : Avoid cigarettes and limit alcohol to no more than 1-2 drinks per day. i encourage regular check-ups and thyroid and calcium screenings. i n many cases, osteoporosis is hereditary, so it may not be preventable, but early diagnosis is key. Anybody who has risk factors, including women over age 65 and men over age 70, should discuss DXA screenings with their physician.

Mary Beth Cox, M.D. Endocrinology

USMD Fort Worth Clinic

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Acid Reflux can be Avoided with Lifestyle Changes

Q: What is acid reflux disease and what are the symptoms?

a : Acid reflux is the abnormal movement of stomach contents back into the esophagus. the

stomach contains gastric acid, which irritates the esophagus. When this occurs frequently, the condition is called Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD). Nearly half of Americans experience acid reflux at some point in their life. The symptoms include heartburn, indigestion, belching, nausea, and occasionally vomiting. Symptoms may be

worse when eating or lying down.

Q: What causes acid reflux?

a : Acid reflux likely occurs when the natural barrier between the esophagus and stomach is weakened. The most common cause is a hiatal hernia, or a sliding up of the stomach. Other causes include lifestyle choices, like smoking, alcohol intake and excessive caffeine use.

Q: How is it diagnosed?

a : Acid reflux disease is suspected when a patient complains of persistent heartburn. if symptoms persist despite the use of medication, testing can be done. The most common medical test is an endoscopy, a visual exam of the esophagus with a lighted scope.

Q: How do you treat acid reflux, and if left untreated, what can happen to patients?

a : initially, i recommend patients try lifestyle modifications to help relieve symptoms. Sometimes a change in eating habits or avoiding alcohol and caffeine help. mints may provide some relief. For most patients, in addition to lifestyle modifications,

an acid reducing medication is wise and may provide further relief. Without treatment, acid reflux could lead to difficulty swallowing, esophageal bleeding, or even the development of esophageal cancer. A gastroenterologist (digestive specialist) can perform testing to confirm the diagnosis and work with your primary care physician to develop a customized treatment plan.

Q: What advice would you give to patients who may be experiencing symptoms of acid reflux disease?

a : it is important to listen to your body. if persistent heartburn occurs, see your physician. try eating healthier to relieve symptoms and, if you smoke, stop. if symptoms do not improve with lifestyle modifications, a gastroenterology consultation, further testing and medication may be needed.

Mark Prince, M.D.

Gastroenterology

USMD Arlington South Specialty Care Clinic

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

USMD.com

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Yearly Flu Vaccines Recommended as Strands Change

Q: Why do you recommend getting vaccinated against the flu?

a : i nfluenza is an upper respiratory infection spread during fall and winter months. While most people who experience the flu will recover within a couple days to a couple weeks, some will go on to develop pneumonia or other illnesses, which

can be life threatening. t he risk of secondary infections increases in young, elderly, or immunesuppressed individuals. However H1n1, also known as swine flu, can cause severe illness in

young, healthy individuals.

Q: Who should get vaccinated?

Are there people who should not receive the flu vaccine?

a : The influenza vaccine is approved and recommended for individuals age six months and up. Special vaccines exist for young children, pregnant women, and those over the age of 65. t here are reasons for not receiving the flu vaccine, both live and inactivated forms, so it is important to discuss your past history and any adverse reactions with your physician prior to receiving any vaccine.

Q: How does the flu vaccination work? Do people need to receive one every year?

a : The flu vaccine introduces a weakened or inactivated version of a virus into our body, and from this, our body forms an immune response without developing infection. t he immune response can cause mild, flu-like symptoms, but this is not the flu. We recommend yearly flu vaccinations, as

strains carried in the vaccine vary year to year, and immunity reduces over time.

Q: Can a person get influenza even if they receive the vaccine?

a : The flu vaccine becomes effective generally two weeks after receiving it. During that time, we have the potential to be exposed to the flu virus, or it is possible the strain of the virus we are exposed to is not one a strain contained in the vaccine for the current season. Even if the flu vaccine efficacy is low for the season, it is likely that hospitalizations due to influenza are still reduced.

Q: Aside from a flu vaccination, what advice would you give to help prevent the flu?

a : Frequent hand washing and avoiding contact with others while sick are important steps in the defense against influenza.

Katrina Roop, D.O. Family Medicine

USMD Alliance Fort Worth Clinic 10840 Texas Health Trail, Ste. 250 Fort Worth, TX 76244 USMD.com

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Ear Tube Surgery May Improve Hearing and Speech

Q: Why would someone need ear tubes?

a : Children with recurrent ear infections, those with three episodes in six months or four episodes in a year, are candidates for tubes if there is persistent fluid in the ears. A child may only

Q: Is the need for ear tubes as prevalent in adults as children?

a : no, but some adults still have ear infections with ear fluid that will not clear. This is usually from nasal congestion and may require tubes if the fluid persists. In rare cases, there may be a tumor in the back of the nose causing the persistent fluid.

Q: How are ear tubes inserted?

a : i n children, the procedure is performed in the operating room under general anesthesia. A tiny incision is made in the eardrum, and a small tube is inserted. i n adults, the procedure can be done in the office using a local anesthetic.

Q: What restrictions do patients have after the procedure?

not routinely recommend ear plugs for swimming in pools.

Q: What are the benefits and risks of surgery?

a : The benefits are improved hearing, decreased frequency of infections, and a reduction in use of antibiotics. t he risks are drainage from the ear tube and, rarely, a persistent hole in the ear drum after the tubes fall out. there are also risks associated with undergoing general anesthesia, which should be discussed with the physician.

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

a : I enjoy operating at USMD because everyone greets you with a smile and is genuinely happy. there is a team effort in treating the patients and, as a result, patients at USMD get top-quality care.

have one ear infection and still be a candidate for tubes if ear fluid persists longer than 3 months. Fluid can affect a child’s hearing, which can affect speech development.

a : t here is a risk of infection if water enters the tube. t herefore, i recommend ear plugs to keep water out of the ears if children are going to submerge their head underwater, especially lake or river water. t here is a decreased likelihood of infection with chlorinated water, so i do

Jonathan S. Wu, M.D. Trimble ENT

7269 Hawkins View Dr. Fort Worth, TX 76132 trimblent.com 888.444.USMD

When it comes to kids’ medicine we’re not playing around

We’ve got 20 pediatricians and 30 family practice physicians at 25 North Texas locations –even some open on Saturdays – making it easy to find a doctor you and your children will love. Our Fort Worth hospital specializes in acute pediatric care, including dental, urological and ear-nose-throat surgeries. Plus, our pre-op, post-op and waiting areas are designed to help young patients feel at home. With USMD, you get advanced expertise, kid-friendly personalities and the resources of our entire health system behind you. ,

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For the love of wine

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There are many of us who geT all giddy aT The idea of going on wine Tours, visiting Napa Valley or just sipping a little Merlot at lunch. For the longest time, I wasn’t one of them. I just never could acquire a liking for it. Unfortunately, there were some dinner parties I attended a while back

that only served wine. I came to find out that if I just swigged it fast enough, I would gradually be able to tolerate the taste. However, the bad thing about that tactic was that sometimes the hosts couldn’t tolerate my behavior. I never really thought I acted all that bad, but there was that one couple that wouldn’t speak to me until long after their cat’s hair grew back.

However, Jon Bonnell finally managed to straighten my picture about wine. He’s not only a great chef (and a great guy), he’s also an expert when it comes to matters of the grape. When I worked in radio, Jon agreed to host a wine-tasting class for some of our listeners at his restaurant on Bryant Irvin Road in Fort Worth. We learned that true wine connoisseurs consider things like aroma, appearance, texture and aftertaste. For instance, when a good wine matures, it develops a fragrance when it comes in contact with air called the bouquet. We also learned that if the wine smells like vinegar, chances are you shop at 7-Eleven. The entire class was very informative, but one thing became very apparent when it was over. Somebody needed to drive me home.

Since then, I’ve gradually started to develop a taste for white wine. Plus, I’ve been cutting back on the Budweiser. And despite what my old beer-drinking buddies might think, I haven’t developed a

sudden urge to watch movies with subtitles, buy almond milk or drive a Prius.

So now that I’ve become pals with Dionysus, I thought I ought to share some facts about this fermented grape juice.

For starters, wine is a very old drink, dating back as far as 8,500 B.C. Its origins are in the Middle East, which is interesting because now you’d have a pretty hard time trying to find some for a baby shower in Iran. But it was apparently very popular among the cave dwellers in the Neolithic period. This of course was before Facebook, so cave women who had it for lunch would have to paint a picture of it on a rock in order to show it to their friends. The art of winemaking was later refined by the Egyptians, who then turned the Romans onto it. Then they all got drunk one night and decided to destroy the Egyptian library in Alexandria. As is the case today,

you’ve got to be careful when you serve wine to people you don’t know that well. But since then, wine has found its way all over the planet. In fact, it may surprise you to know that China is now the largest consumer of red wine. Their consumption is going way up every year. What may surprise you even more is that the French consumption of wine is on the decline. But you better sit down for this one. Do you know where they drink the most wine per person? The Vatican. On average, each of those folks drinks 99 bottles a year. Might explain why it always takes so long to elect a new Pope.

I’ve saved the best thing about wine for last. Wine doesn’t make you fat. The calories from wine are metabolized better than the carbohydrates and fats found in beer. Makes sense. Any of you beer drinkers ever been told you have a “wine belly?” And it actually goes with any kind of food you guys like because I know what you eat. Barbecue, chicken wings or whatever morsels you can find when you shake your keyboard upside down. Therefore, I think we should all fill our glasses and raise them in a toast to my new favorite libation. Not now? Okay. Well then, how about right after breakfast?

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Extraordinary personalities shaping Fort Worth

Kristin Jaworski

| by Gail Bennison | photography by alex Lepe |

In 2002 KrIstIn JaworsKI, a feIsty and determIned arIzona natIve, took the reins of what would become one of the biggest tourism generators in the City of Fort Worth. She was 25 years old and the first woman to hold the position of Trail Boss of the internationally known Fort Worth Herd. To say the least, it was a daunting task.

The fascination of rowdy cowboys and cattle drives of the Old West is kept alive in Fort Worth through the Fort Worth Herd, the world’s only twice-daily and 352-day-a-year cattle drive. Created in 1999 as part of the city’s sesquicentennial celebration, the Herd made its first cattle drive to the Fort Worth Stockyards Historic District with a sundry team of drovers dressed in authentic 19th century clothing and riding horses mounted with period-correct saddles.

For the last 15 years, cowhands have driven the longhorns along East Exchange Avenue, recreating a time when the great herds thundered through the dusty streets of Fort Worth on their way to market.

Jaworski wears many hats in her position as trail boss. She manages people, Texas Longhorns and horses on a daily basis. Raised around the livestock industry and exposed to tourism at the Grand Canyon at an early age, she found that marketing was her passion while attending Tarleton State University when she moved to Texas in 1997. Jaworski earned her bachelor’s degree in marketing and a master’s degree in management and leadership at Tarleton.

“Kristin leads that team, and she runs a tight herd,” says Bob Jameson, president and CEO of the Fort Worth Convention & Visitors Bureau. “She is very conscientious about the care of the animals. She’s focused on the safety of the drovers that move those cattle back and forth, and she’s also conscious of the fact that during the course of a year, we’ll have 800,000 people on the street sidewalks watching that take place. That’s a lot of people and a real testament to our city’s history and visitor experience. It absolutely drives tourism.”

The favorite part of her seven-day-a-week job, Jaworski says: “The thing that keeps me going every day is there’s never a dull moment. These steers tell a story that we get to share with visitors that come to the Fort Worth Stockyards from all over the world. And it’s a privilege when I get an opportunity to interact with the visitors because they’re so appreciative that they have chosen this

place as their destination.”

The funniest story about the longhorns, Jaworski says: “I actually had somebody walk up to the steers and ask, ‘What are they?’ I explained they are a breed of cattle. ‘But what are they? Are they deer? Are they elk?’ they asked.” Jaworski says laughing, “I take for granted that people know they’re a breed of cattle, but because they have horns, people think they have antlers. This is such a fun job.”

The Friends of the Fort Worth Herd is led by the nonprofit support organization’s president and cowgirl icon, Pam Minick.

“Kristin’s job as trail boss is quite complex,” says Minick. “She not only has to look after the feed and care of her 18 to 20 one-ton children, but she also has to juggle the personalities and supervise the chores of the drovers.”

Sixteen of the Herd’s 18 cowhands are men. “It’s always been a predominantly male environment,” Jaworski says. “There weren’t a lot of females in the cattle drives back in the 1800s.”

In her early years as trail boss, the more tenured drovers tested her, and during the first few years, she had more firings than new hires, she says.

“A lot of people think it’s an easy job to ride a horse every day,” Minick says. “But keeping a dependable group of drovers, when they are required to ride in 100-plus degree days and below freezing temperatures, really takes some skill and kid gloves.”

It’s a tough job, Jaworski says. “We’re not only cleaning up 17,000 pounds of manure a month, but we’re putting out hay, building fence, hauling cattle and doctoring. We’re doing things just like you’d do in any livestock operation.”

Jaworski has served on the board of the Fort Worth Stockyards Business Association since 2003 and served as president from 20072011. She also serves on several of the Stockyard’s special event committees.

Jaworski lives in Tolar, just southwest of Fort Worth, where she raises quarter horses and Hereford cattle.

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Cheryl and Fred Moore

Mr. and Mrs. Douglas Adams

Charles and Jerri Akers

Mr. and Mrs. Paul Allen

Ms. Robin Arena

Anne T. and Robert M. Bass

Dr. Robert and Joyce Capper

Mr. and Mrs. James H. Cashion, Jr.

Mr. and Mrs. Arlie T. Davenport, Jr.

Mr. and Mrs. William S. Davis

Mr. and Mrs. John H. Dean III

Mr. and Mrs. Scott Dennett

Michael and Pat DeWoody

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An Artists ’ Christmas

Art Auction and Gala

Saturday, November 15

The Worthington Renaissance Fort Worth Hotel 200 Main Street, Fort Worth, Texas

Sponsors*

Drenda and John Witt

TOPAZ

AllianceTexas – A Development of Hillwood Bank of Texas

BSCO, Inc.

Gary and Michele Douglas

Garvey Texas Foundation, Inc.

Haynes and Boone, LLP

Terri and Rich Hollander

Linda and Jake Jacobson

Honor Council

Mr. and Mrs. James R. Dunaway, Jr.

Mrs. Mildred Fender

Mr. and Mrs. Richard Garvey

Mr. and Mrs. J.D. Granger

Mr. and Mrs. Karl Hahnfeld

Dr. and Mrs. Brent Hicks

Doreen K. Hillard

Terri and Rich Hollander

Mr. and Mrs. Michael Howell

Jake and Linda Jacobson

Mrs. Sheila Broderick Johnson

Melinda and Jerry Johnston

Mr. and Mrs. Sherman Jones

Mr. and Mrs. William Kirtley

Ginger and Mack Lawhon

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Mr. and Mrs. Allan Meyer

Mr. and Mrs. Jack Miller, Jr.

Cheryl and Fred Moore

Mr. and Mrs. Scott Murray

Mrs. Charles P. O'Farrell

Pam and Reed Pigman

Dr. and Mrs. Richard Polson

Ray and Suzy Rhodes

Marian Richardson

Lee Financial

Luther King Capital Management Pier 1 Imports

Rogers Wealth Group, Inc.

Melisa and Steve Schultz Whitley Penn LLP

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Thomas and Jessica McCraw

GM Financial

Betty J. Sanders

Higginbotham & Associates, Inc

Robert and Joyce Pate Capper Foundation

Pam and Reed Pigman

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Steve Heinen

Tiedtke Marketing Group

Mr. and Mrs. Leonard Roberts

Mr. and Mrs. Thomas R. Rogers

Mr. and Mrs. John S. Rutherford III

Joel and Julie Sawyer

Mr. and Mrs. Philip Schutts

Lynda and Grady Shropshire

Denise Spitler and John Wessler

Mr. and Mrs. Drew Springer

Mr. John M. Stevenson

Jane and Dan Sykes

Mr. and Mrs. James Walker

Mr. and Mrs. Eric Walsh

Dr. Michael and Renee’ Walter

Honorable and Mrs. Roger Williams

Event proceeds support Camp Fire programs in North Texas that provide high quality early education opportunities for pre-school children, camping and outdoor education for school age children, and ensure that at risk youth graduate high school through truancy prevention programs. For 30 years, An Artists’ Christmas has supported this commitment to our community. Join us in building our community, making it stronger one life at a time, as we celebrate this landmark year.

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The Scene

2014 Dream Home

The 2014 Fort Worth, Texas magazine Dream Home VIP reveal party was held at the beautiful Monserratt Dream Home. Guests enjoyed fabulous food from Bistro Louise, Piranha’s Killer sushi and Invite Events. A Wish with Wings is the beneficiary of the 2014 Dream Home touring. Photos by James Verheyen

Who WaS Seen

(1) Fritz & Erin Rahr (2) Cynthia & Scott Prince (3) Amber Paulk, Elizabeth Tranberg, Corinne Danicki, Amanda Ziehme (4) Jon & Buffy Day (5) Rob & Holly Cocanower, Martha Granger (6) Veronica & John Giordano

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Tournament of Excellence

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Billed as a “Tournament of Excellence,” the Goodwill Classic benefits Goodwill Industries of Fort Worth, an organization that helps rebuild countless lives through its job training and placement programs including the North Texas Institute for Career Development (NTI).

Since its inception in 2009, $597,030.96 has been given in scholarships, resulting in 356 graduates from NTI vocational training programs.

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Gina Casteal was a single mother of four with a GED and a criminal record. Because of her three barriers to employment, when the bank foreclosed on her house, Gina and her children became homeless.

“Before Goodwill, I was at a hopeless state,” she said. “I felt like I was letting [my children] down.”

At that time, Gina was more interested in finding a paying job than going back to school, but with the encouragement of her stepfather, she enrolled in Goodwill’s North Texas Institute as part of their CDL (commercial drivers license) training program. She was able to attend the classes because of a scholarship she received through Goodwill’s Moncrief-Ryan Scholarship Fund, built from proceeds from the golf tournament.

Gina was the only woman in her class and had never driven a manual transmission before enrolling, but that didn’t stop her.

After graduating, Gina applied for a position at Goodwill, where she now works transporting donated goods to and from donation centers, the warehouse and area Goodwill stores.

“Goodwill took a chance on me and believed in me. I went from the classroom to a paycheck and it has changed my life. Now that I am an employee of Goodwill, it is my turn to give back. Everyone here is a success story and it is amazing and empowering.”

Gina credits Goodwill with her success and her future possibilities. “Goodwill helped me through school, get a job and provide a home for my kids,” she said.

“I can look my kids in the eyes again and they are so proud of me.”

To hear Gina’s story in her own words, please visit www.ThankYouGoodwill.org.

The Scene Wild Game Dinner

The Fort Worth Club Outdoor Sports Club Wild Game Dinner was presented by Gilco Contracting, Inc. A gourmet wild game dinner was served, and guests enjoyed a bucket raffle, silent auction, live auction and a raffle. Ronald Mc Donald House of Fort Worth, which provides a home-away-from-home for families of children receiving medical treatment in area hospitals, was the beneficiary.

Who WaS Seen

(1) Gloria Starling, Don Marable, Ronald McDonald, Andrea Puente (2) Larry & Karen Anfin (3) Melissa & David Goodroe, Courtney & Joel Heydenburk (4) Roseann Mayer, Gib & Sandra Lewis

The Scene A Threaded Canvas Fort Works Art held an event called A Threaded Canvas on Sept. 6. Those who attended enjoyed wine, food trucks, amazing local artwork, fashion and an afterparty featuring live bands. It all took place on Calhoun Street in the Shipping & Receiving building.

Who WaS Seen

(1) Lauren Childs, Betsy Price, J.W. Wilson (2) Andrea Wilson, Gretchen Barrett (3) Ariel Davidson and her niece

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The Scene Desserts First

Girl Scouts of Texas Oklahoma Plains held their annual delicious fundraiser, Desserts First, on Sept. 16. Guests voted for this year's dessert winner, Chef Scott Deck of Bravo! Cucina Italinana. Proceeds benefit the more than 13,000 Girls Scouts in the Fort Worth area.

Who WaS Seen (1) Scott Deck, Becky Burton (2) Katherine Curtis, Rattana Mao, Carolann Morris, Erin Rahr, Stephanie Culver (3) Paulette Turner, Theresa Lyons, Cynthia & Cliff Smith

The Scene Shot in the Dark Lighthouse for the Blind held its annual Shot in the Dark Golf Tournament and Wine Tasting at River Crest Country Club. Guests enjoyed an evening of golf, wine, dinner, dessert and a silent auction.

Who WaS Seen (1) Kevin Brown in his tailgate machine. (2) Pat Monaghan, Mike Campbell, Sid Johnston (3) Jeremy Rutherford, Roger Corke, Jeff Phillips, David Winn

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Signature Chefs

March of Dimes held its annual Signature Chefs event at River Ranch. Guests enjoyed food tastings from the area’s best chefs, a bid board and live auction along with music by Blue Hat Band.

Who WaS Seen (1) Michelle Hancock, Dan Lowrance (2) Molly McCook, Richard King (3) Louis & Corliss Baldwin

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Little Hands, Big Hearts

Little Hands, Big Hearts 2014 Leap Frog benefit for KinderFrogs School at TCU was held at the beautiful home of Marc and Stacy Goldman. Guests enjoyed a gourmet seated dinner and a live auction. The event was chaired by Debbie Horton.

Who WaS Seen (1) Tara Campbell, Debbie Horton (2) Courtney Kennebeck, Amy Yudiski, Greg Brooks, Carolyn Watson, Bill & Diane Ayres, Lesley Irwin (3) Stacie Goldman, Carol Goldman, Victor Boschini, Ronnie Goldman

Photos by Cowtown Paparazzi

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SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 22, 2014

4:30 – 10:00 PM | RIVER RANCH, FORT WORTH STOCKYARDS

Mark your calendars for the second annual Band of Roses –a full day of boot-scootin’ live music and game day festivities. If your team is playing on TV, we’ll have it on at our ultimate tailgate party. You won’t want to miss this unique experience – where country music and football collide.

EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE: Whitney and Austin Burns, Turner Bettis, Julia Hanners, Rachel Holt, Rachel Hughes, Zach Jones, Brooks McCabe, Paige and Ryan Montgomery

SPONSORS: HALFTIME SHOW: Basic Energy Services QUARTERBACK: Tex-Trude, The Albany Group, The Sam Roosth Foundation, Mr. & Mrs. Ashley and Mark Welsh, The Scully and Tucker Family MASCOT: Dale Operating Company, Ms. Patti Jones, Mr. & Mrs. Carol and Steve Siddons, The Bhatia Family Foundation, Regan and Ryan Haggerty, Dorado Petroleum, LLC, Tindell Storage

With Live performances by JOLIE HOLLIDAY SONNY

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& A VODKA-DRINKIN’, TRUCK-DRIVIN’, RED-HEADED WOMAN LOVIN’ HEADLINER YOU

Important note on attendance for people with CF and their families: The health and well-being of people with cystic fibrosis is our top priority. Medical evidence shows that certain bacteria can be passed between individuals who have CF and can lead to worse symptoms and speed decline in lung function. To limit the serious risk of cross-infection between people with CF, only one person with CF may be invited to attend the indoor portion of each CF Foundation-sponsored event. For the outdoor portion of the event, people with CF should maintain a distance of at least 6 feet from each other.

Please note: People with CF and their families should be aware that individuals with CF might choose to attend Foundation events or meetings without notifying event organizers. We strongly discourage this; however, we cannot guarantee that only one person with CF will be present at any indoor Foundation event. For more information, please call us at 817-249-7744.

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SPECIALTY: Plastic Surgery. EDUCATION: B.A., UT Austin; M.D., UTMB, Galveston; Intern resident and general surgery, LSU School of Medicine, Charity Hospital New Orleans; Plastic Surgery resident, UTMB, Galveston. CERTIFICATION: Board certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery. PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIPS: American Society of Plastic Surgeons, American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgeons, Texas Medical Association, Fellow of the American College of Surgeons, Dallas Society of Plastic Surgeons, Fort Worth Society of Plastic Surgeons. WHAT SETS US APART: Our fully accredited on-site facility utilizes the most advanced surgical methods and technology, allowing me to provide you with optimal results in a caring and safe environment. In addition, our full-service medi spa and laser center offers injectables and non-surgical correction, as well as traditional spa procedures. COSMETIC SURGERY CENTER SERVICES:

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Cash America CEO Daniel R. Feehan

EDUCATION: Bachelor of Business Administration in Accounting from Texas A&M University AWARDS: In 2013, Dan was named Top Public Company CEO by the Fort Worth Business Press. Other awards include The Distinguished Citizen Award by the Longhorn Council of the Boy Scouts of America (2011), Texas A&M University Outstanding Alumni Award (2006), and Ernst & Young Entrepreneur of the Year (2004). MANAGEMENT PHILOSOPHY: Treat those you lead with the utmost respect and dignity. Be humble and transparent. MOST IMPORTANT DECISION A CEO WILL MAKE: Selection of the players on the team. Choose employees who will truly uphold the core values of the organization. MOST COMMON MISTAKES A CEO MAKES: Waiting too long to terminate poor performers. It’s important

as a leader to be forthright and make personnel adjustments that promote workplace development and business excellence. ADVICE FOR ASPIRING CEOS: Great leaders come in diverse packages. Be candidly self-aware and genuine. OTHER ADVICE: I believe finding the proper balance between career, family and any other aspect of your life is a fundamental key to happiness. PICTURED: Daniel “Dan” R. Feehan

CONTACT INFORMATION: 1600 W. 7th St. • Fort Worth, Texas 76102 817.335.1100 • Fax 817.570.1710 www.CashAmerica.com dfeehan@cashamerica.com

Forest Park Medical Center CEO Jim Davis

MANAGEMENT PHILOSOPHY: Creating an atmosphere of high ethical standards, constant purpose and quality improvement is essential to maximizing success. By utilizing this technique at Forest Park Medical Center Fort Worth, we are able to deliver nothing but the highest level of care and service to our patients. Emphasizing participative management and transformational leadership, and eliminating fear by encouraging collaboration, are top priorities to me as CEO.

MOST IMPORTANT DECISION A CEO WILL MAKE: Choosing the right people for the leadership team. The success of the entire organization is critically dependent on the people hired. MOST COMMON MISTAKES A CEO MAKES: Too often CEOs become egocentric and believe that they are the single most important key to success when it’s actually the hard work of the collective team. ADVICE FOR ASPIRING CEOS: Build a team of inspiring,

smart individuals who really understand and complement the vision and direction of the organization. Ensure they have a passion for the job and that they can easily translate that to others. OTHER ADVICE: Invest in each member of your team by giving them your time, energy and focus, and they will make you and the company successful. Our team is fortunate to be tasked with making the vision and dreams of local physicians a reality by providing an environment with unsurpassed quality and service. PICTURED: Jim Davis, CEO.

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5400 Clearfork Main St. • Fort Worth, Texas 76109

817.731.8585

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Things to do in November

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On Nov. 6, Jay Leno, host of The Tonight Show for 22 years, will be the featured performer at An Evening with a Legend, sponsored by the UNT Health Science Center Foundation to benefit the University’s research, education and health care mission.

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MuseuMs

Navigating the West: George Caleb Bingham and the River, Through Jan. 18, 2015

This vibrant exhibition showcases 16 iconic river paintings and 50 drawings, revealing for the first time how George Caleb Bingham (1811–1879) created his art and artistic persona at a time when American painting, like the country, was dramatically shifting its course. Free. Amon Carter Museum of American Art. 3501 Camp Bowie Blvd. cartermuseum.org. 817.738.1933.

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.

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

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

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.

Benito Huerta: Axis Mundi v.2, Through Jan. 11, 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 Mexican-American 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.

Fresh Perspectives: Benito Huerta and the Collection, Through Jan. 11, 2015

Amon Carter assistant curator Maggie Adler and local contemporary artist Benito Huerta have joined forces in an exhibition of Huerta’s drawings, watercolors and prints in combination with a selection of works on paper from the museum. The installation brings a new voice to the interpretation of the Amon’s collection and introduces audiences to the contradictions and convergences between its historic works on paper and the work of a contemporary artist. Free. Amon Carter Museum of American Art. 3501 Camp Bowie Blvd. cartermuseum.org. 817.738.1933. Meet Me at the Trinity: Photographs by Terry Evans, Through March 15, 2015

In conjunction with the exhibition Navigating the West: George Caleb Bingham and the

River, opening in October, the Amon Carter Museum commissioned Chicago-based artist Terry Evans to photograph the Trinity River as it runs through Fort Worth. Evans is one of the nation’s acclaimed landscape photographers, and her works offer visitors an opportunity to think about our local river in the context of Bingham’s 19th-century work. Free. Amon Carter Museum of American Art. 3501 Camp Bowie Blvd. cartermuseum.org. 817.738.1933. Lone Star Portraits, Through May 17, 2015

Ever since Leonardo da Vinci created his celebrated Mona Lisa, artists have tried to paint portraits as distinctive as this Renaissance masterpiece. See how Texas artists established their own portrait tradition in this installation that pairs artists’ self-portraits with those of their close friends, relatives and colleagues. 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

Robert Longo, Untitled (Men in Cities series) can be seen at the Modern Art Museum's Urban Theater: New York in the 1980s exhibit through Jan. 4.

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the galleries and all materials. The Modern Art Museum of Fort Worth. 3200 Darnell St. themodern.org. 817.738.9215.

American Airlines C.R. Smith Museum, Ongoing

The C.R. Smith Museum takes visitors on a flight through American Airlines history, with interactive exhibits that entice participation by all age groups. The museum features hundreds of historical artifacts, photographs, full-scale aircraft engines and a rare Douglas DC-3 airliner. In addition, the museum’s state-of-the-art

digital theater features “The Spirit of American, a film featuring the history of commercial aviation as well as breathtaking aerial photography. Tuesday–Saturday, 9 a.m.–5 p.m.; closed Sunday and Monday. Free – $7. 4601 Texas Highway 360 at FAA Road. crsmithmuseum. org. 817.967.1560.

Leonard’s Department Store Museum, Ongoing

Visitors can view displays featuring hundreds of vintage items from the iconic downtown retail giant. Monday–Saturday, 10 a.m.–6 p.m. Free.

Fort Worth Screen Printing Building. 200 Carroll St. 817.336.9111. fwscreen.com.

Texas Civil War Museum, Ongoing

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

Galleries

Winter Rusiloski, Through Nov. 11

Winter Rusiloski moved to Fort Worth in 2002 to pursue an MFA at TCU, where she continued to develop her landscape-inspired abstract paintings. 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

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. Parking is free on the streets and in the Third Street garage after 6 p.m. fortworthlibrary.org. 817.392.7323.

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/upcoming. 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. Parking is free on the streets and in the Third Street garage after 6 p.m. 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. Fort Worth Museum of Science and History.

l one star Portraits Murray Bewley (1884–1964), Resignation, ca. 1925, Oil on canvas is on exhibit at the Amon Carter Museum of American Art through May 17, 2015.

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1600 Gendy St. fwmuseum.org/calendar. 817.255.9300.

Music

Fort Worth Symphony Orchestra, Nov. 7-9

Join the Fort Worth Symphony Orchestra for a musical anthology of Hitchcock’s greatest thrills and chills! You’ll hear the spine-tingling scores created by Lyn Murray, Bernard Hermann and Dmitri Tiomkin for movies like To Catch A Thief, Vertigo and North By Northwest - complete with scenes from each film played on Bass Hall’s movie screen. Suspense has never sounded so good! 7:30 p.m. Friday and Saturday, 2 p.m. Sunday. Tickets: $27-$79. Bass Performance Hall. 525 Commerce Street. basshall.com. 817.212.4280.

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 Friday and Saturday 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 are general admission/reserved.) Thursday concerts at 9:00 p.m, Friday and Saturday at 10:30 p.m. unless noted otherwise.

Nov. 1: David Niall. Tickets: $15-$20.

Nov. 6: Grady Spencer. Tickets: $10. Nov. 7: Reckless Kelly, Mickey & the Motorcars. Tickets: $15-$18.

Nov. 13: Casey Berry. Tickets: $10. Nov. 20: Curtis Grimes. Tickets: $10.

Nov. 22: Joe Nichols. Tickets: $15/$22/$28.

Nov. 27: Jackson Taylor. Tickets: $10.

Nov. 28: Corey Smith. Tickets: $15/$20.

Nov. 29: Stoney Larue. Tickets: $16/$22. Live Oak Music Hall & Lounge

Check the website for upcoming shows. 1311 Lipscomb St. theliveoak.com. 817.926.0968.

sports

Dallas Cowboys dallascowboys.com

Nov. 2: vs. Cardinals, 12:00 p.m.

Nov. 9: @ Jaguars, 12:00 p.m.

Nov. 12: @ Giants, 7:30 p.m.

Nov. 27: vs. Eagles, 3:30 p.m. TCU Football gofrogs.cstv.com

Nov. 1: @ West Virginia, TBA.

Nov. 8: vs. Kansas State, TBA.

Nov. 15: @ Kansas, TBA.

Nov. 27: @ Texas, TBA.

stage and theater

Fully Committed, Through Nov. 23

Sam Peliczowski mans the red-hot reservation line at Manhattan’s number-one restaurant-and everyone wants a piece of him. Through the course of the evening, we meet Sam’s father,

a likeable guy from South Bend; the temperamental chef; Jean-Claude, the snooty Maitre D’; Naomi Campbell’s annoying (but funny) assistant; and several powerful New York types, among many others. A hit in Amphibian’s 2005 ‘Phibs at the Modern Reading Series, Fully Committed returns to Amphibian, this time with set and costumes. 8 p.m ThursdaysSaturdays, 2 p.m. Sundays. Tickets: $18-$33. Amphibian Stage Productions. 120 S. Main St. amphibianproductions.org. 817.923.3012.

“Mark Twain Tonight!” Nov. 1

Hal Holbrook returns to Bass Hall with his acclaimed “Mark Twain Tonight!” show, which he has toured the country every year since 1954. 7:30 p.m. Bass Performance Hall. 4th and Calhoun streets. basshall.com. 817.212.4280.

JUBILATION II: The Colors of Christmas, Nov. 29-Dec. 28

A fresh remix on last year’s runaway hit of the holidays! It’s that time of year again in the town of Rudyville, time to celebrate the season and raise money for the rent at Leroy’s Night Club.

stoney Larue On Nov. 29, Stoney Larue will perform at Billy Bob's Texas. Tickets are $16 general admission and $22 reserved.

Join the Fort Worth Symphony Orchestra for a musical anthology of Hitchcock's greatest thrills and chills from Nov. 7 - 9.

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The Silver Belles and the Mistletoes are back in full force, performing some of your favorite old time Blues, Jazz and R&B hits - twisted into tunes of the season. Sweet dance moves and flashy costumes await you at Leroy’s annual Jubilation Celebration, a place where everyone is sure to be touched with the spirit of Christmas! For times and ticket prices, call the box office or check the website. Jubilee Theatre. 506 Main St. jubileetheatre.org. 817.338.4411.

Comedy

An Evening with a Legend, Nov. 6

Jay Leno, host of The Tonight Show for 22 years, will be the featured performer at An Evening with a Legend, sponsored by the UNT Health Science Center Foundation to benefit the University’s research, education and health care mission. 8:00p.m. Bass Performance Hall. 4th and Calhoun streets. basshall.com. 817.212.4280.

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

A staple of the local entertainment scene for many years, this popular Fort Worth-based improvisational comedy troupe performs skits and songs based on audience suggestions. Fri-

day and Saturday, 7:30 p.m. and 10 p.m. 18 and older are welcome. Tickets: $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

Garden Thyme, Nov. 13, Dec. 11

Come out and 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: $4–$5. Log Cabin Village. 2100 Log Cabin Village Lane. logcabinvillage.org. 817.392.5881.

Photos with St. Nicholas, Nov. 22

Come have your photos taken with the historic St. Nick, plus dip your own candles to take home. No reservations required. Cost is regular Village admission plus a $5 fee for photo and folder, plus $3 to dip candles. Log Cabin Village. 2100 Log Cabin Village Lane. logcabinvillage.org. 817.392.5881.

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.

Amon Carter Museum of American Art, Ongoing

The museum has a full slate of fun and informative public programs for its visitors, from lectures by visiting artists and scholars to extended education opportunities, family events, children’s programs and a book club. Admission is free. Amon Carter Museum of American Art. 3501 Camp Bowie Blvd. cartermuseum.org. 817.738.1933.

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. Wednesday–Friday, hourly, 11 a.m.-2 p.m.; Sunday, hourly, 1 p.m.–3 p.m. Tickets: $15/adults, $7.50/children 12 and under. Ball-EddlemanMcFarland House, 1110 Penn St. Historic Fort Worth. historicfortworth.org. 817.332.5875.

Clearfork Food Park, Ongoing

This waterfront and woof-friendly park features a variety of food trucks and live music in a laidback, alfresco setting. Thirsty folk can swing by the Cantina, which boasts a full selection of beer and wines. Wednesday and Thursday, 11 a.m.–8 p.m.; Friday and Saturday, 11 a.m.–10 p.m.; Sunday, 11 a.m.–8 p.m.; closed Monday and Tuesday. 1541 Merrimac Circle (located on the Trinity Trail just off University Drive across from the Fort Worth Zoo). clearkforkfoodpark.com.

Coyote Drive-In, Ongoing

View flicks the “old-fashioned way,” in an under-the-stars setting that’s anything but antiquated. The Panther Island locale provides stunning views of downtown Fort Worth along the Trinity River near the Panther Island Pavilion, where concerts and tubing are regularly happening. Coyote Drive-In is a joint collaboration between Coyote Theatres, the Tarrant Regional Water District, Trinity River Vision Authority and the city of Fort Worth. Check the website for movies, times and special events. 223 N.E. 4th St. coyotedrive-in.com. 817.717.7767.

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

Hal Holbrook returns to Bass Hall on Nov. 1 with his acclaimed “Mark Twain Tonight!” show.

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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 Food Park, Ongoing

Enjoy a variety of gourmet dishes served up by some of the area’s top local chefs — all in one serene, park-like setting in the heart of Fort Worth’s cultural and entertainment district. Park features outdoor games, live music and other special events. It’s also pet-friendly and has free wireless Internet. 2509 Weisenberger St. Thursday, 11 a.m.–2 p.m. and 5 p.m.–8 p.m.; Friday, 11 a.m.–2 p.m. and 4 p.m.–10 p.m.; Saturday, 11 a.m.–10 p.m.; Sunday, 11 a.m.–8 p.m. fwfoodpark.com.

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 city-owned 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: 8 a.m.–5 p.m. daily. 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: halfprice. 1989 Colonial Parkway. fortworthzoo.org. 817.759.7555.

Friday on the Green, 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.

Lectures and Discussions at the Kimbell, Ongoing

Year-round evening, weekday and Saturday lectures by staff and guest speakers explore various topics relating to the permanent collection and special exhibitions on view at the Kimbell Art Museum. Some programs require advance reservations. Kimbell Art Museum. 3333 Camp Bowie Blvd. kimbellart.org. 817.332.8451.

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. And be sure to keep tabs on the website, which details the Village’s ever-changing array of special events. Tuesday–Friday, 9 a.m.–4 p.m.; Saturday and Sunday, 1–5 p.m.; closed Monday. Tickets: $4–$5. Log Cabin Village. 2100 Log Cabin Village Lane. logcabinvillage.org. 817.392.5881.

Martin House Brewing Co. Tours and Tastings, Saturdays

Admission includes a souvenir pint glass, guided brewery tour and three complimentary pints (must bring your ID). $10. 2–5 p.m. Martin House Brewing Co. 220 S. Sylvania Ave., Ste. 209. martinhousebrewing.com. 817.222.0177.

Panther Island Pavilion, Ongoing

Self-billed as “the only outdoor entertainment venue in Funkytown,” PIP caters to a wide variety of uses, including concerts, festivals and events — all staged along the banks of our beloved Trinity, with stunning views of the best downtown in the country (aka, ours, of course!). Besides boasting the only waterfront stage in Texas, it’s also got a main stage for year-round events and two additional band shells for multi-act festivals. In addition to attending a multitude of live events throughout the year, guests also can rent standup paddle boards, kayaks, canoes and pedal boats and take part in some watersports fun. Check the website for specifics. 395 Purcey St. pantherislandpavilion.com. 817.698.0700.

Rahr & Sons Brewing Co. Tours and Tastings, Wednesdays and Saturdays

There’s 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.; Saturdays, 1–3 p.m. Rahr & Sons Brewing Co. 701 Galveston Ave. rahrbrewing.

com. 817.810.9266.

Revolver Brewing Tour and Tastings, 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.

River Legacy Living Science Center, Ongoing

The 12,000-square-foot nature center offers interactive exhibits, terrariums, aquariums, nature trails and Saturday events. Monday–Saturday, 9 a.m.–5 p.m. Free admission. 703 N.W. Green Oaks Blvd., Arlington. riverlegacy.org. 817.860.6752.

Second Saturday at the Sid Richardson, Nov. 8

Take a guided tour of an extraordinary group of paintings by Frederic Remington, Charles Russell and other late 19th century artists who shaped the public’s perception of the American West. 2 p.m. Then watch a live performance by Roberta Atkins as she highlights the career of cowboy artist Charles Russell, told from the perspective of his wife, Nancy Cooper Russell. Free. Sid Richardson Museum. 309 Main St. sidrichardsonmuseum.org. 817.332.6554.

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. and 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.

OphthalmOlOgy assOciates

For more than 45 years, Ophthalmology Associates has been trusted and dedicated to providing the highest level of professional skill and technological advances in eye care to the residents of Fort Worth and surrounding communities. We take tremendous pride in providing the very best care to our patients and appreciate that they place their most valuable asset — their eyesight — in our hands.

Ophthalmology Associates includes the main office in Fort Worth and satellite locations in Cityview, Hurst, Granbury and Weatherford.

Front row L to R: David Hendricks M.D., Sean Healey O.D., Cary Burton M.D., J. Anthony Parchue M.D., Back row L to R: Robert Warren M.D., Unni Nair M.D., Ted Margo M.D., Judy Myers O.D.,

Front row L to R: Adam B. Hajovsky M.D., Sam Abdul-Rahim M.D., Dwayne Roberts M.D., Back row L to R: Katie Finnerty M.D., Brian Flowers M.D., Taylor Strange D.O., Dan Bruhl M.D.

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Key-Whitman Eye Center

SPECIALTY: Ophthalmology – Adult Eye Care including but not limited to treatment for Cataracts, Glaucoma, Diabetes and Dry Eyes also offering Laser Vision Correction and High Technology Lens Implants for less dependence on glasses and contacts. WHAT SETS THEM APART: Convenience with five locations, two surgery centers, a laser center and two optical shops. They offer the most up-to-date and proven technology and care with a full range of options for improving and preserving the vision of patients. Surgeons are board certified in cataract surgery and LASIK by the American Board of Eye Surgery. HONORS: Humphrey received the Physician of the Year Award from his peers of the Tarrant County Medical Society, Arlington Branch. Drs. Hong and Barke are both Top Docs in Fort Worth, Texas magazine, 2014. MEMBERSHIPS: American Academy of Ophthalmology, American Medical Association, American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery, Texas Medical Association,

Kleiman | Evangelista Eye Center

SPECIALTY: Blade-Free HD IntraLASIK laser vision correction, Visian ICL (Implantable Collamer Lenses), LifeStyle Lens multi-focal intraocular lenses for the treatment of cataracts and presbyopia, Laser Cataract Surgery with the LenSx laser and general eye care.

EDUCATION: Evangelista - B.A., University of Minnesota; M.D., University of Minnesota Medical School; Internship, Hennepin County Medical Center in Minneapolis; Residency in Ophthalmology, U.T. Southwestern Medical Center in Dallas; Board Certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology. Kleiman - B.A., U.T. at Austin; M.D., U.T. Medical Branch; Internship and Residency in Ophthalmology, University of Louisville; Board Certified by the American Academy of Ophthalmology.

PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIPS: Kleiman - Assistant Professor of Ophthalmology at the University of Texas Health Science Center; Diplomate of the American Academy of Ophthalmology; member of the Texas Medical Association, Dallas Academy of Ophthalmology, Tarrant County Ophthalmology Society, American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery and the International Society of Refractive Keratoplasty. Evangelista -Diplomate of the American Board of Ophthalmology; member of the American Medical Association, Texas Medical Association, American Academy of Ophthalmology, Tarrant County Medical Association and the American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery. INNOVATIONS: First in Tarrant County to offer IntraLase iFS laser; Among the first 50 practices in the U.S. to feature

the LenSx Cataract Laser; Offers the Visian ICL procedure, an excellent alternative for patients who are not ideal candidates for LASIK. WHAT SETS US APART: “At Kleiman|Evangelista Eye Center, our vision is your vision. Our team approach to vision correction is one of the most unique aspects of Kleiman|Evangelista Eye Center. With a team of surgeons, we can work together to determine the right recommendation for your unique vision needs.”

MILESTONES: Kleiman|Evangelista Eye Center is in the final build-out phase of their new facility in South Arlington. The 28,000-square-foot facility will be home to the new BladeFree HD IntraLASIK suite, an ambulatory surgical center for cataract and ICL patients, and a host of new technologies and amenities to provide the ultimate patient experience. PATIENT CARE: Our motivation in this expansion is to provide the best possible care for our patients. By doubling the number of exam rooms and tripling the square footage, patients will enjoy a smooth experience with less wait time and more flexibility in scheduling. PICTURED: Anthony W. Evangelista, M.D.; David A. Kleiman, M.D.

CONTACT INFORMATION:

3025 Matlock Road • Arlington, Texas 76015 3645 Dallas Pkwy., Ste. 545 • Plano, Texas 75093 800.714.2020 lasiksurgery.com

Adair Eyewear

Alyce Jones

SPECIALTY: Adair Eyewear specializes in designer eyewear, specialty lenses and associated services. EDUCATION/CERTIFICA-

TIONS: Boston University, B.S. in Education; Tyler Junior College AAS (Opticianry Program); Tuck School of Business WBENC Exec. Program; Tarrant County College - FastTrac Growth Venture; Certified with DFW and Love Field NCTRCA (North Central Texas Regional Certification Agency).

WHAT SETS YOU APART: Adair Eyewear is a family-owned specialty store that only focuses on high-end sunglasses, eyewear, lenses and associated services. It is not your everyday eye clinic with a small selection of eyewear attached. GREATEST PROFESSIONAL

ACHIEVEMENT: Alyce’s greatest professional achievement is being a successful female business owner and growing in this field for more than 33 years. INNOVATIONS: Adair Eyewear carries the latest in lens technology. For example, Adair has a transition lens that goes from

clear lens inside to a polarized lens outside. Adair also has the latest antireflective lens coatings to cut out glare. Additionally, they have the largest selection of ready-made quality reading glasses in Fort Worth. Adair also prides itself in using state-of-the-art technology, like the VisiOffice. The VisiOffice provides on point, personalized measurements to ensure clients’ vision is optimal. FREE ADVICE: When it comes to your frames and lenses, you get what you pay for. PICTURED: Alyce Jones, Melanie Jones, Robert Perez, Bao Truong, Bob Alderson, Tram Nquyen.

CONTACT INFORMATION:

3550 W. 7th St. • Fort Worth, Texas 76107 817.377.3500 • Fax 817.737.3157 adaireyewear.com adaireyewear@yahoo.com

Cornea Consultants of Texas

Aaleya Koreishi, M.D.

SPECIALTY: Dr. Koreishi is a fellowship-trained, board-certified ophthalmologist providing compassionate, cutting-edge specialty eye care in cornea transplantation and cataract surgery. She is experienced in specialty lenses, laser cataract surgery, and the latest technology for all-laser LASIK surgery. EDUCATION: Koreishi completed her B.S. and M.D. at the University of Michigan, followed by her residency in ophthalmology at the prestigious Johns Hopkins Hospital. She completed her fellowship in Cornea, External Disease, and Refractive Surgery at the No. 1 ranked eye hospital in the U.S., the Bascom Palmer Eye Institute. She is Board-Certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology. PATIENT CARE: Koreishi is committed to providing quality, innovative and state-of-the-art care in a comfortable, friendly and compassionate atmosphere. She believes patient education is the key to

successful treatment; and strives to educate her patients daily so that they can play a more active and vital role in their treatment and recovery. Koreishi is humbled by the trust her patients put in her and honors that trust by providing the best care possible to each and every patient. She encourages her patients to ask questions and hopes that, with time, they will be better informed about their ocular health.

CONTACT INFORMATION:

707 N. Fielder Road, Ste. B-1 • Arlington, Texas 76012

817.987.1248 • Fax 817.987.2475

800 8th Ave., Ste. 426 • Fort Worth, Texas 76104

817.529.3100 • Fax 817.529.3101 corneaconsultantstx.com

Nethery Eye Associates

FOCUS: Ophthalmology & Ophthalmic Surgery. PROFESSIONAL ACHIEVEMENTS: When national ophthalmic companies need assistance developing new products, they often come to Nethery Eye Associates, whose participation in clinical trials provides patients with access to innovative technologies and care. Our physicians have extensive medical and surgical expertise treating cataracts, diabetic eye diseases, glaucoma, vision correction from glasses to LASIK, macular degeneration and other eye conditions. Today, new technology makes it possible for many patients to see clearly at all distances without bifocals or reading glasses. Our doctors look forward to helping our patients optimize their vision based on lifestyle and vision needs. BUSINESS PHILOSOPHY: We take the time to ensure our patients are confident and comfortable

with our care. In fact, other ophthalmologists in the area have chosen Nethery Eye Associates for their own care. ADVICE: “Take charge of your own healthcare. Ask questions so that you understand your condition and your treatment.”

PICTURED: Brian Anding, MD; Joan Abernethy, MD; David Nethery, MD; Kelly Haithcock, MD; Farshid Ighani, MD

CONTACT INFORMATION:

6551 Harris Pkwy., Ste. 200 • Fort Worth, Texas 76132

817.423.1800 • Fax 817.423.1900 1604 Hospital Pkwy., Ste. 104 • Bedford, Texas 76022

817.571.0046 • Fax 817.571.0596 NetheryEye.com

Martin Reinke, M.D.

SPECIALTY: Ophthalmology: Cataract Surgery, Premium Lens Implants (Crystalens, ReStor, Tecnis, Toric Lens), Laser Refractive Surgery (LASIK with Intralase, VISX, Allegretto), Diseases of the Retina and Vitreous, Diabetic Retinopathy/Lasers, Macular Degeneration, Glaucoma Treatment. EDUCATION: B.A., Magna cum laude, Harvard University, 1986; M.D., University of Texas Southwestern Medical School, Dallas, 1990; Ophthalmology Residency, University of Kansas Medical Center, Kansas City, 1995; Vitreoretinal Fellowship, Massachusetts Eye and Ear Infirmary, Harvard Medical School, Boston, 1997. CERTIFICATIONS: Board Certified American Board of Ophthalmology. AWARDS: Physician’s Recognition Award, American Medical Association. PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIPS: American Academy of Ophthalmology, American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery, Texas Ophthalmological Association, Texas Medical

Association, Tarrant County Medical Society. AFFILIATIONS: Irving Coppell Surgical Hospital, Baylor Regional Medical Center at Grapevine, Baylor Medical Center at Irving, Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital Dallas. PATIENT CARE: A commitment to excellence in eyecare is enhanced by our outstanding, caring staff. Reinke is a uniquely talented surgeon who personally provides all preoperative and postoperative care.

CONTACT INFORMATION:

1310 N. White Chapel Blvd. • Southlake, Texas 76092

817.310.6080 • Fax 817.310.6014 1916 Central Drive • Bedford, Texas 76021

817.283.6607 • Fax 817.283.2674 reinke.southlake@gmail.com

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Retina Center of Texas

Jawad Qureshi, M.D.

Johnathan Warminski, M.D.

SPECIALTY: Retina Specialist; Board-Certified, FellowshipTrained Ophthalmologists specializing in the most advanced treatments for medical and surgical diseases of the retina including diabetic retinopathy, macular degeneration, retinal vascular occlusions, retinal detachment, macular holes, and epiretinal membrane, as well as others. EDUCATION: Dr. Qureshi and Dr. Warminski are honored to have had the opportunity to train at leading institutions for their ophthalmology training, including the Johns Hopkins Hospital Wilmer Eye Institute, Duke University Eye Center, and the University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center. PATIENT CARE: We believe the most important qualities of the doctor-patient relationship are communication, trust and compassion. As physicians, we should know more than our patients about their disease; with time, our goal is to have them understand their disease at least as well as we do. This

takes communication, and we strive to educate our patients everyday. Also, we are humbled by the trust our patients put in us, and we feel that trust is a strong foundation upon which our relationship is built. Finally, much of being a good physician is providing compassionate care to our patients. Our goal is to heal; often, that healing comes from soothing the mind or the heart through compassion. We advise our patients to ask questions and to take an active part in their treatment.

CONTACT INFORMATION:

800 8th Ave., Ste. 426 • Fort Worth, Texas 76104 2321 Ira E. Woods Ave., Ste. 200 • Grapevine, Texas 76051

817.865.6800 • Fax 817.865.6790 RetinaCenterTx.com

Culinary ventures in and around town

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178 Velvet Taco / 180 Sushi Axiom

Open for lunch and dinner seven days a week, Velvet Taco is unpretentious and small, but what it lacks in size, it more than makes up for in flavor. To read more, turn the page. Fort Worth,

For more information on area restaurants, go to fwtx.com and click on dish.

not your ordinary taco

With an imaginative selection of toppings and made-from-scratch philosophy, Chef John Franke brings a fresh take to West 7th residents at Velvet Taco.

| by Jessica llanes | photography by alex lepe |

It’s been almost a year since Vel V et t aco took o V er the space once occupied by t he Gold s tandard. While we miss the atmosphere of the dark and smoky dive bar, we love the exposed beam ceiling, polished concrete and stainless steel décor in the new space.

Opening a taco diner in an already satu-

rated Fort Worth market may seem risky, but Velvet Taco makes its own tortillas and slow roasts its corn, pork and chicken. Open for lunch and dinner, seven days a week, the eatery is unpretentious and small, but what it lacks in size, it more than makes up for in flavor.

Tacos are served a la carte and cost $3 - $6 each. Most diners will want at least two as a meal. The menu is organized by main ingredient: beef, chicken and pork, plus breakfast, vegetarian and seafood options.

Diners can choose traditional favorites, such as rotisserie chicken with smoked poblano salsa and corn pico or grilled flank

steak with red onion and queso. But what sets Velvet Taco apart are the more offbeat offerings. Fried paneer with tomato chutney and raita crema, chicken tikka with basmati rice, and a Cuban taco with slow-roasted pork, shaved ham and house-brined pickles are worthwhile picks.

For seafood lovers, the fried oyster taco with Napa slaw and remoulade is surprisingly light and delicious. For $20 you can get the “backdoor chicken,” a whole rotisserie chicken, sides, tortillas and toppings to go.

Sides are limited, and traditional beans and rice aren’t available. However, diners won’t be disappointed with the garlicky-

Velvet Taco makes its own tortillas and slow roasts its corn, pork and chicken. Tacos are served a la carte.

In the mood for a classic turkey dinner with all the trimmings? No problem. Want hors d’oeuvres, sparkling prosecco, or an elegant centerpiece? Done. Need side dishes? Say no more. Our team of highly trained chefs is standing by, ready to make your holiday feast as easy as pie. Oh, and just for the record, we’ve got that, too.

location: 2700 W. 7th St., Fort Worth 76107

For info call: 817.887.9810

Price range: $

hours: Mon.-Wed. 11 a.m.-11

p.m., Thur. 11 a.m.-1 a.m., Fri. 11 a.m.-3 a.m., Sat. 9 a.m.-3

a.m., Sun. 9 a.m.-11 p.m.

what we like: With service

until 1 a.m. on Thursday and 3 a.m. on Friday and Saturday, it’s a great alternative to fast food after a pub crawl or late show. And you can order takeout online.

what we Don’t: The slowroasted chicken and pork are tender perfection at lunch but may be a little dried out when dining late.

our recommendation: Don’t be afraid to try more unconventional tacos.

lemon roasted potatoes ($3.75) and elote-style rotisserie corn topped with queso fresco, hot sauce and lime ($3.75).

Our favorite side is the crispy tots covered in bacon, smoked cheddar and herbed goat cheese, then topped with a fried egg ($5.25).

Only one dessert is available, but it’s a musttry. Slabs of classic red velvet cake with cream cheese frosting are drizzled with dulce de leche ($3.25).

A small parking lot is available for patrons, but parking can be difficult during hightraffic hours. Lunchtime is crowded, but the energy is lively. The atmosphere is more sub-

tried and true

dued late night, and we easily found a table on the cozy, enclosed patio to enjoy a cold beverage and people-watch under the soft curtained glow of string lights.

While some sushi restaurants pride themselves on what is new and next, Sushi Axiom has been quietly and consistently serving up some of the freshest-tasting sushi for years. They fall into the “tried and true” category in my book.

| by courtney Dabney | photography by alex lepe |

With two convenient locations in Fort

w orth — one around the corner from Central Market and the other in Montgomery Plaza — Sushi Axiom serves up modern Zen, complete with water features and a tranquil environment. We recently dined at the Montgomery Plaza location for this review.

Traditional Japanese Bento boxes ($9-$11) are a treat at lunchtime. They arrive in a segmented lacquer box with an assortment of salad, sushi rolls and tempura-battered specialties.

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Ask if they have King Salmon Sushi ($2.50 each) on your next visit. The slightly fattier and more flavorful variety is a rare treat, trimmed to perfection and draped over sushi rice. Spicy Tuna and Crab Nachos ($6) are also an appetizing starter.

Crunchy corn chips are filled with a chopped blend of tuna and crab meat, with plenty of spice.

The colorful plating is polished with wasabi mayo, black and

white sesame seeds, and blackened (with squid ink) tobiko roe.

A waterfall greets you as you enter, and those seated at the active sushi bar can enjoy the giant fish tank perched above it. A U-shaped bar area provides ample seating and comfortable waiting during busy hours.

location: 2600 W. 7th St. Fort Worth 76107

For info call: 817.877.3331

Price range: $-$$

hours: Mon. - Thur. 11 a.m.-10 p.m., Fri. 11 a.m.-11 p.m., Sat. noon-11 p.m., Sun. noon-9 p.m.

what we like: The traditional Japanese Bento boxes are great for a quick lunch.

what we don’t: No complaints

our recommendation: Ask for the King Salmon Sushi. You won't be sorry.

Nearly every table will be sporting salty edamame (steamed soy beans), at least one or two Signature Rolls and one of their specialty cocktails or martinis. The TCU Roll ($11.95) is a simple and clean-tasting roll of spicy tuna, shrimp tempura and crunchy cucumber topped with crab and their four season sauce.

If raw fish is not your thing, Axiom has got you covered. The menu sports many fully cooked options like Yaki Udon, or Teriyaki marinated chicken or salmon. But if you do enjoy fresh, clean-tasting fish, the Sashimi Dinner ($22) is a smorgasbord. It includes three each shrimp fillets, rich and delicious white escolar, red tuna, meaty yellow tail, and salmon formed into beautiful rosettes. It is a huge and filling high-protein indulgence accompanied by steamed rice and miso soup.

Velvet Taco has a large lunchtime crowd. Parking can be a problem during high-traffic hours.

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ordering the TCU Roll at Sushi Axiom.

Never to Meat Again

| by Allana Wooley | photography by Alex Lepe |

It used to be, when you told someone you were a vegan or vegetarian, the news would be received with a pitying sigh. Not anymore. As these lifestyle choices have grown in popularity over the past decade, restaurants have been quick to see the potential for exciting new food creations. Nowadays it’s nearly impossible to find a restaurant that doesn’t have a vegan or vegetarian option. In fact, there are several Cowtown eateries going way beyond the salad bar in their vegan/vegetarian menus.

Spiral Diner (spiraldiner.com; 1314 W. Magnolia; 817.332.8834), of course, is the quintessential example of a vegan-friendly restaurant. Open since 2002, this popular spot offers the classic diner experience—minus a moo or two. Comfort food like the Jamaican Jerk Sandwich, Seitan Wrap, milkshakes and pancakes fill out the menu. An added bonus is Spiral’s vegan-only menu, making ordering a stress-free endeavor. But what to do if you’re planning lunch with meat-loving friends? Surprising as it may seem, Dutch’s (dutchshamburgers.com; 3009 S. University Drive; 817.927.5522) ensures that no one, regardless of his or her dietary restrictions, is unable to indulge in a thick, juicy burger. The Portobello Veggie Burger features a huge, marinated Portobello mushroom piled high with vegetables and neighbored by crispy tots, fries and rings. Dutch’s also happily substitutes a veggie patty onto every burger on its menu.

Going beyond the burger, it shouldn’t come as a surprise that any place capable of creatively mixing Asian and Mexican cuisine can also come up with a fully realized and delicious vegan/vegetarian menu. Mijo’s Fusion (mijostx. com; 1109 W. Magnolia Ave.; 817.921.3905)

recent expansion of its menu includes an entire page of vegan/vegetarian friendly options—including the Vegetarian Avocado Poblano Quesadilla, Thai-inspired Indian Bowl and the Vegan Enchiladas.

But when the menu doesn’t clearly specify whether an item is vegan or vegetarian, it can be a struggle to figure out what you can or can’t eat. Mellow Mushroom (mellowmushroom. com/store/fort-worth; 3455 Blue Bonnet Circle; 817.207.9677) takes the homework out of the dining experience—it has a nifty Special Diets Wizard on its website that allows one to quickly tap in his or her eating parameters and look at the plethora of choices still open. Mellow Mushroom’s menu model gives customers the power to customize and the freedom to be vegan. Following this philosophy of giving the customer the choice, Salata (salata.com; 520 Commerce St.; 817.885.7720) is doing its best to change salad’s bad-word status. Although vegans and vegetarians have a world of food options, there is no reason not to enjoy a salad or wrap every now and then—especially when the options are made endless with Salata’s unlimited vegetables, fruits, nuts and cheeses.

Spiral Diner offers a vegan menu in a classic diner atmosphere. Seen here is the Sketti & Meatballs.

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For more information on area restaurants, go to fwtx.com and click on dish.

The Listings section is a readers service compiled by the Fort Worth, Texas magazine editorial staff. The magazine does not accept advertising or other compensation in exchange for the listings. Listings are updated regularly. To correct a listing or request a restaurant be considered for the list, contact Jennifer Casseday-Blair at jcasseday@fwtexas.com.

pricing: $ - Entrees up to $10, $$ - Entrees $10-$20, $$$ - Entrees $20-$25, $$$$ - Entrees $25 and over

american Arlington/Mid-Cities

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 11am9pm Sat. and Sun. $

Bj’s Restaurant And Brewhouse 201 Interstate 20 E., 817.465.5225. 11am-midnight Mon.-Thur.; 11am-1am Fri.; 10am-1am Sat.; 10am-midnight Sun. $-$$

Chef Point Cafe 5901 Watauga Rd., Watauga, 817.656.0080. 11am-9pm Mon.-Thu.; 11am-10pm Fri.; 7am-10pm Sat.; 10am-9pm Sun. Breakfast Saturdays. $-$$

Dave & Busters 425 Curtis Mathes Way, 817.525.2501. 11am-midnight Sun.-Thur.; 11am1am Fri.-Sat. $$

Houlihan’s 401 E. 1-20 Hwy., 817.375.3863. 11ammidnight, bar 1am Mon.-Thu.; 11am-1am, bar 2am Fri.-Sat.; 11am-10pm, bar midnight Sun. $$-$$$

Humperdink's Restaurant And Brewery 700 Six Flags Drive, 817.640.8553. 11am-2am Mon.-Sat.; 11am-midnight Sun. $$

J Gilligan's Bar & Grill 400 E. Abram. 817.274.8561. 11am-10pm Mon.-Wed.; 11am-midnight Thu.-Sat.; 11am-9pm Sun.; drafthouse open nightly 11am2am $

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. $$ 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. 1550 Eastchase Pkwy., Ste. 1200, Arlington, 817.274.5433. 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.; closed Sun. $

Restaurant 506 at The Sanford House 506 N. Center St., 817.801.5541. 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-2pm lunch and 5pm-9pm dinner Mon.-Fri.; 11am-9pm Sat.-Sun. $

Dalton's Corner Bar & Grill 200 S. Main St., 817.295.5456. 11am-midnight Mon.-Wed.; 11am2am Thu.; 8am-2am Fri.-Sat.; 8am-midnight Sun. $$

The Porch 140 S. Wilson St., 817.426.9900. 6:30am8pm Sun.-Thu.; 6:30am-9pm Fri.-Sat. $$ Colleyville

Mac's Steaks & Seafood 5120 Hwy. 121, 817.318.6227. 11am-9:30pm, bar 10pm Mon.Wed.; 11am-10pm, bar 11pm Thur.-Sat.; 10am-9:30 pm, bar 10pm Sun $$ Market Street 5605 Colleyville Blvd., 817.577.5020. 6am-10pm daily. $

Trio New American Cafe 8300 Precinct Line Road, Ste. 104, 817.503.8440. 11am-3pm Tue.-Sat.; 5pm-9pm Thu.-Sat. BYOB. $$ Fort Worth

Bird Cafe 155 E. 4th and Commerce, 817.332.2473. 11am-midnight Mon.-Thur.; 11am-2am Fri.-Sat.; 10am-10pm Sun. $$

Bluebonnet Café 2223 Haltom Rd., Haltom City, 817.834.4988. 6:30am-2:30pm Mon.-Sat. $ Brewed 801 W. Magnolia Ave., 817.945.1545. 8am10pm Tue.-Wed.; 8am-11pm Thu.; 8am-midnight Fri.-Sat.; 9:30am-2:30pm Sun. $-$$ Buffalo Bros Pizza Wings & Subs 3015 S. University Dr., 817. 386.9601. 11am-2am daily. $$ Buttons 4701 W. Freeway, 817.735.4900. 11am10pm Sun.-Tues.; 11am-midnight Wed.-Thu.; 11am-2am Fri; noon-2am Sat. $$$ Cast Iron Restaurant 1300 Houston St., 817.350.4106. 6am-10:30am Mon.-Sat.; 6am-2pm Brunch, Sun.; 11am-2pm. and 5pm-10pm daily. $$ 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 Mon.-Thur.; 8am-10pm Fri.-Sat.; 8am-4pm Sun. $$-$$$

Curly’s Frozen Custard 4017 Camp Bowie Blvd., 817.763.8700. 11am-10pm Sun.-Thu.; 11am-11pm Fri.-Sat. $

Del Frisco's Grille 154 E. 3rd St., 817.887.9900. Lunch 11am-4pm Mon.-Sun.; Dinner - 4pm10pm Sun. and 4pm-11pm Mon.-Sat. $$

Dixie House Cafe 3701 E. Belknap St., 817.222.0883. Other locations: 6200 Calhoun St., 817.451.6180. 5401 S. Hulen St., 817.361.8500. 5401 Blue Mound Rd., 817.625.4115. 6:30am-2pm Mon.-Thu. & Sat.; 6:30am-8:30pm Fri. $

Drew’s Place 5701 Curzon Ave., 817.735.4408. 10:30am-6pm Tue.-Sat.; Closed Sun.-Mon. $-$$ Ellerbe Fine Foods 1501 W. Magnolia Ave., 817.926.3663. Closed Sun.-Mon.; 11am-2pm and 5:30pm-9pm, Tue.-Thu.; 11am-2pm and 5:3010pm, Fri.; 5:30pm-10pm, Sat. $$-$$$ Fred’s Texas Cafe 915 Currie St., 817.332.0083. 10:30am-midnight Tue.-Sat.; 10am-9pm Sun. Closed Mon. 2730 Western Center, 817.232.0111. 10:30am-midnight Tue.-Sat.; 3509 Blue Bonnet Circle, 817.916.4650. 10:30am-2am Mon.-Sun. $$ Little Red Wasp 808 Main St., 817.877.3111. 11am-10pm Mon.-Thurs.; 11am-midnight Fri.; 10am-midnight Sat.; 10am-10pm Sun.; Brunch to 4pm Sat.-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 2421 W. 7th St., Ste. 109, 817.870.1100 4pm-11pm Mon.-Thu.; 4pmmidnight Fri. & Sat.; 4pm-10pm Sun.; Brunch 10am-3pm Sat. & Sun.; Happy Hour 4pm-6pm Mon.-Fri. $-$$

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. $$ Montgomery Street Café 2000 Montgomery St., 817.731.8033. 6am-2pm Mon.-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 704 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 10am-2:30pm, Dinner 6pm-9pm Mon.Fri.; Brunch 10am-1pm Sat.-Sun. $-$$

Pop’s Safari 2929 Morton St., 817.877.0916. 9am10pm 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. 3pm-midnight Tue.Thur. and Sun.; 3pm-2am Fri.; 1pm-2am Sat. $$ 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

fwdish restaurant listings

Frank Kent Honda), 817.696.4360. 8am-3:30pm Mon.-Sat. $

Vidalias Southern Cuisine 200 Main St., 817.210.2222. 6am-10pm daily. $$

Westside Café 7950 W. Camp Bowie Blvd., 817.560.1996. 6am-10pm daily. $

The Zodiac Room At Neiman Marcus 2100 Green Oaks Blvd., 817.989.4650. 11am-3pm Mon.Sat.; 1pm-6pm Sun. $$ Grapevine

Into The Glass 322 S. Main St. 817.442.1969. 11am-10pm Mon.-Tue.; 11am-11pm Wed.-Thu.; 11am-midnight Fri.-Sat. $$

Tolbert's Restaurant 423 S. Main St. 817.421.4888. 11am-9pm Mon.-Thu.; 11am9:30pm Fri.-Sat.; 11am-8:30pm Sun. $$

Winewood Grill 1265 S. Main St., Grapevine, 76051 817.421.0200. 11am-10pm Mon.-Thu.; 11am-11pm Fri.-Sat.; 11am-9pm Sun. $$-$$$

Keller/laKe Country

FnG Eats 201 Town Center Ln., Ste. 1101, 817.741.5200 11am-9pm Mon.-Thu.; 11am-10pm Fri.; 10:30am-10pm Sat.; 10:30am-9pm Sun. $$

The Spot Restaurant at Harbor One Marina 9307 Boat Club Rd., 817.236.4600. 11am-2am Sun.-Wed.; 11am-3am Thur.-Sat. $ 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.-Fri.; 7am-2pm Sat. $

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-9pm Sun.-Thu.; 11am-10pm Fri.-Sat. $-$$ SouthlaKe

Café Express 1472 Main St., 817.251.0063. 7am9pm Sun.-Thu.; 7am-10pm Fri.-Sat. $$

The Cheesecake Factory 1440 Plaza Place, 817.310.0050. 11am-11pm Mon.-Thu.; 11am-midnight Fri.-Sat.; 10am-11pm Sun. $$ Del Frisco's Grille 1200 E. Southlake Blvd., 817.410.3777. 11am-11pm Mon.-Sat.; 11am-10pm Sun. $$

Wildwood Grill 2700 E. Southlake Blvd., 817.748.2100. 11am-11pm daily. $-$$

Weatherford

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. Lunch 11am-2pm Fri.; Dinner 5-10pm Mon.-Sat. $$-$$$ Weatherford Downtown Café 101 W. Church St., 817.594.8717. 7am-3pm Mon.-Wed.; 7am-8pm Thu.-Sat.; 8am-3pm Sun. $

asian

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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. 11am-10pm Sun.-Thu.; 11am-11pm

Fri.-Sat. $$

Orchid City Fusion Cafe 2135 Southeast Pkwy., 817.468.3777. 11am-9pm Mon.-Sat.; noon-9pm Sun. $$

Pei Wei 2100 N. Collins St., 817.299.8687. Other locations: 4133 E. Cooper St., 817.466.4545. 10:30am-9pm Sun.-Thu.; 10:30am-10pm Fri.Sat. $

Piranha’s Killer Sushi 859 N.E. Green Oaks Blvd., 817.261.1636. Other locations: Arlington Highlands 309 Curtis Mathes Way, Ste. 149 817.465.6455 11am-10pm Mon.-Thu.; 11am-11pm Fri.; noon-11pm Sat.; Noon-10pm Sun. $$ Sukhothai 423 Fielder North 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

MK's Sushi 2400 Airport Fwy., Ste. 130, 817.545.4149. Lunch 11am-2:30pm Mon.-Fri.; Dinner 4pm-10pm Mon.-Fri.; 5pm-10pm Sat.Sun. $$ Thai Jasmine 3104 Harwood Rd., 817.283.8228. 11am-9pm Tue.-Thu. and Sun.; 11am-9:30pm Fri.-Sat. $

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.; 11ammidnight Fri.; noon-midnight Sat.; noon-10pm Sun. $-$$

Edohana Hibachi Sushi 2704 S. Hulen, 817.924.1144. Other locations: 5816 S.W. Loop 820, 817.731.6002. Lunch 11:15am-2:15pm Mon.-Fri.; Dinner 5:15pm-10pm Mon.-Thu.; 4:45pm10:30pm Fri.-Sat.; 4:45pm-9:30pm Sun $$ Japanese Palace 8445 Camp Bowie W., 817.244.0144. 5pm-10pm Sun.-Thu.; 5pm-11pm Fri.-Sat. $$-$$$

Little Lilly Sushi 6100 Camp Bowie, Ste. 12, 817.989.8886. 11am-2pm Mon.-Sat.; 5pm-10pm Mon.-Thu.; 5pm-11pm Fri.-Sat.; noon-9pm Sun. $$

MK's Sushi 2801 W. 7th St., 817.885.7677. 11am2:30pm Mon.-Fri.; 4pm-10pm Mon.-Thu.; 4pm-11pm Fri.; 1pm-11pm Sat.; 5pm-10pm Sun.; Other location: 2901 Fair Dr., Ste. 100, 817.306.0003. 11am-2:30pm Mon.-Fri.; 4pm10pm Mon.-Fri., 5pm-10pm Sat.-Sun. $-$$ My Lan 4015 E. Belknap St., 817.222.1471. 9am-9pm Mon.-Sun. Closed Wed. $ Pappa Chang Asian Bistro 1526 Pennsylvania Ave., 817.348.9888. Buffet 11am-2:30pm Sun.Fri.; 10:30am-9:30pm Sun.-Thu.; 10:30am-10pm Fri.-Sat. $

Pei Wei 5900 Overton Ridge Blvd., Ste. 130, 817.294.0808 Other location: 2600 W. 7th St., Ste. 101, Montgomery Plaza, 817.806.9950. 10:30am9pm 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 6942 Green Oaks Rd., 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-midnight Fri.; noon-midnight Sat.; noon-10pm Sun. $$

Shinjuku Station 711 W. Magnolia Ave., 817.923.2695. 5pm-9pm Mon.; 11am-9pm Tues.Thu.; 11am-10pm Fri.; 5pm-10pm Sat. $-$$ Sushi Axiom Japanese Fusion Restaurant 4265 Donnelly Ave., Ste. 101, 817.735.9100. Other locations: 2600 W. 7th St., 817.877.3331. 11am10pm Mon.-Thu.; 11am-11pm Fri.; noon-11pm Sat.; noon-10pm Sun. $$

Szechuan 4750 Bryant Irvin Rd., Cityview Plaza, 817.346.6111.; 5712 Locke Ave., 817.738.7300. 11am-9:30pm Mon.-Thu.; 11am-10pm 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. 11am3pm and 4.30pm-9.30pm; Fri. 11am-3pm and 4:30pm-10pm; 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. $$ P.F. Chang’s 650 W. Highway 114, 817.421.6658. 11am-10pm Sun.-Thu.; 11am-11pm Fri.-Sat. $$

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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-2:30pm Mon.Fri; noon-3:30pm Sat.-Sun.; Dinner: 5pm-10pm Sun.-Thu.; 5pm-11pm Fri.-Sat. $$

Pei Wei 1582 E. Southlake Blvd., 817.722.0070.

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10:30am-9pm Sun.-Thu.; 10:30am-10pm Fri.Sat. $

Sushi Sam 500 W. Southlake Blvd., Ste. 138, 817.410.1991. Lunch: 11am-2:30pm Mon.-Sat.; Dinner: 5pm-9:30pm Sun.-Thu.; 5pm-11pm Fri.Sat. $-$$ Thai Chili 215 Grand Ave., 817.251.6674. 11am10pm Mon.-Thu.; 11am-11pm Fri.; noon-11pm Sat.; 11:30am-9:30pm $-$$

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-8pm Mon., Wed.; 10am-7pm Tues., Thu.; 10am-9pm Fri.-Sat. $ Fort Worth Angelo’s 2533 White Settlement Rd., 817.332.0357. 11am-9pm Mon.-Wed.; 11am-10pm Thu.-Sat.; closed Sun. $

Billy Bob's Texas Honky Tonk Kitchen 2520 Rodeo Plaza. 817.626.2340. 11am-9pm Mon.Wed.; 11am-10pm Thu.; 11am-1am Fri.-Sat.; noon-9pm Sun. $

Billy's Oak Acres BBQ 1700 Las Vegas Trail North, 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 locations: 5125 Bryant Irvin Rd., 817.346.3999. 9560. Feather Grass Ln., 817.750.2020. 11am-9pm Mon.-Sat. $

Dickey’s Barbecue Pit 451 University Dr., 817.231.8813. 11am-9pm daily. Other locations: 951 N. Beach St., 682.647.0222. 11am-9pm daily. 1989 Colonial Pwy., 817.759.7400. 11am-9pm daily. 5412 Blue Mound Rd., 817.289.0027. 10:30am-8:30pm Sun.-Thu.; 10:30am-9pm Fri.Sat. $

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. Other locations: 140 E. Exchange Ave. 817.626.7777. 300 Main St., 817.877.3306. 9000 U.S. 377, Benbrook, 817.249.3320. 11am-9pm Sun.-Mon.; 11am-10pm Tue.-Thu.; 11am-11pm Fri.-Sat. $

Sammie's Bar-B-Q 3801 E. Belknap, 817.834.1822. 9am-9:30pm Mon.-Thu.; 9am10:30pm Fri.-Sat.; 11:30am-5pm, Sun. $-$$

Smokey's Bbq 5300 Calhoun St., 817.451.8222. 11am-8pm Mon.-Thu.; 11am-9pm Fri.; 8am8pm Sat.; 8am-4pm Sun. $ The Smoke Pit 2401 E. Belknap St., 817.222.0455. 10:30am-9pm Mon.-Fri.; 10:30am-7pm Sat. $-$$ Trailboss Burgers 140 E. Exchange Ave, 817.625.1070. 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, 817.251.9881. 5pm-10pm Mon.-Sat.; 5pm-9pm Sun. $$$

burgers & sandwiches

Arlington

Al’s Hamburger’s 1001 N.E. Green Oaks Blvd.. Ste. 103, 817.275.8918. 7am-9pm 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. $

Kincaid’s 3900 Arlington Highlands Blvd., Ste. 113, 817.466.4211. 11am-9pm Mon.-Sat.; 11am-7pm Sun. $

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. 11am9pm 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 locations: 4825 Overton Ridge Blvd., 817.370.6400. 3124 Texas Sage Trail, 817.750.3200. 11am-9pm Mon.-Sat.; 11am-7pm Sun. $ The Love Shack 110 E. Exchange Ave., 817.740.8812. $

M & O Station Grill 200 Carroll St., 817.882.8020. 11am-4pm Sun.-Tue.; 11am-8pm Wed.-Thu.; 11am-9pm Fri.-Sat. $

Magnolia Cheese Co. 1251 W. Magnolia Ave., 817.945.2221. 11am-3pm Sun. $$

Pappas Burgers 2700 W. Freeway, 817.870.9736. 11am-9pm Sun.-Thu.; 11am-11pm Fri. & Sat. $-$$

Rodeo Goat 2836 Bledsoe & Currie, 817.877.4628. 11am-11pm Sun.-Thu.; 11am-1am Fri.-Sat. $-$$

Shaw's Patio Bar And Grill 1051 W. Magnolia Ave. 817.926.2116. 11am-2:30pm Mon.; Tue.-Thu. 11am- 9pm; Fri.-Sat. 11am-10pm; 10:30am-4pm. Sun. $-$$

The Pour House Sports Grill 2725 W. 7th St., 817.335.2575. 11am-1am Mon.-Wed.; 11am-2am Thu.-Sun. $

Tommy’s Hamburger Grill 5228 Camp Bowie Blvd., 817.569.1111. Other location: 2455 Forest Park Blvd., 817.920.1776. 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. $ southlAke

Johnny B’s Burgers & Shakes 2704 E. Southlake Blvd., 817.749.0000. 10:30am-8:30pm Mon.-Thu.; 10:30am-9pm Fri.-Sat.; 10:30am-3pm Sun. $

Kincaid’s 100 N. Kimball Ave., 817.416.2573. 11am9pm Mon.-Sat.; 11am-7pm 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. $-$$ Fort Worth Six10Grille 610 Main St., 817.332.0100. 6:30am9pm Sun.-Thu.; 6:30am-10pm Fri.-Sat. $-$$$

delis & bakeries

Arlington

Iris Bagel And Coffee House 5801 W. Interstate 20, 817.561.9989. 5:30am-2pm Mon.-Sat.; 7am2pm Sun. $

Fort Worth

Baker Bros. American Deli 6333 Camp Bowie Blvd., Ste. 244, 817.989.1400. Other locations: 501 Carroll St., Ste. 658., 817.332.0500. 3300 Heritage Trace Pwy., Ste. 110, 817.750.6666. 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 Bakery Café 3010 S. Hulen St., 817.665.9949. 6:30am-9pm daily. $ 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. 6am-7pm daily. Other locations: 1109 Hemphill St., 817.332.3848. 6:30am-7pm daily. 1601 Park Place Ave. 817.923.1992. 6:30am-9pm Mon.-Thu.; 6:30am10pm Fri.-Sat.; 6:30am-5pm Sun. $ J. Rae's 935 Foch St., 817.332.0090. 9 am-7pm Mon.-Sat. $ Jason's Deli jasonsdeli.com. Hours vary. $-$$ Kolache Shoppe 6724 Brentwood Stair Rd., 817.457.0071. 6am-10:30am Tue.-Sat.; 7am-10:30 Sun. $

McKinley’s Fine Bakery & Café 1616 S. University Dr. Ste. 301, 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,

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fwdish restaurant listings

817.548.8726. 2140 E. Southlake Blvd., Ste. S. 817.416.5566. 4611 S. Hulen St. 817.370.1802.

6:30am-9pm Mon.-Sat.; 7am-8pm Sun. $ Sweet Sammies 825 Currie St., 817.332.0022. 11am-10pm Mon.-Sun.; 11am-10pm Thu.-Sat. $ Swiss Pastry Shop 3936 W. Vickery, 817.732.5661. 6am-5:30pm Tue.-Fri.; 7am-4pm Sat. $

The Snooty Pig 2401 Westport Pkwy., Ste. 120, 817.837.1077. Other locations: 1540 Keller Pkwy, Ste. 107, Keller, 817.431.0064.; 100 Country Club Rd., 940.464.0748; 2940 Justin Rd., 972.966.1091.

7am-2pm Mon.-Sat.; 8am-2pm Sun. $ Yofe Café 817 Currie St., 817.332.5888. 6 am-8pm Mon.-Fri.; 6am-10pm Sat.-Sun. $ Yogi’s Deli and Grille 2710 S. Hulen St., 817.924.4500. 6:30am-3:30pm Mon.-Fri.; 7am3:30pm Sat.; 7:30am-3pm Sun. $ Grapevine

Breadhaus 700 W. Dallas Rd., 817.488.5223. 9am6pm Tues.-Fri.; 9am-4pm Sat. $$ Main Street Bistro and Bakery 316 Main St., 817.424.4333. 6:30am-6:30pm Mon.-Wed.; 6:30am-10pm Thu.-Sat.; 6:30pm-5pm Sun. $

The Snooty Pig 4010 William D. Tate, 817.283.3800. 7am-2pm Mon.-Sat.; 8am-2pm Sun. $

Weinburger’s Deli 601 S. Main St., Ste. 100, 817.416.5574. 8:30am-7pm Mon.-Sat.; 11am-3pm Sun. $

fire Oak Grill

114 Austin Ave., Weatherford, 76086

817.598.0400

Hudson oaks

Ultimate Cupcake 3316 Fort Worth Highway, 817.596.9090. 10am-5pm Tue.-Fri.; 10am-1pm Sat.; Closed Sun.-Mon. $ soutHlake

Elegant Cakery 5355 Nolen Drive, Ste. 200, 817.488.7580. 9am-6pm Tue.-Fri.; 9am-4pm Sat. $-$$

Weinburger’s Deli 3 Village Circle, Ste. 116, Westlake, 817.491.9119. 8:30am-7pm Mon.-Sat.; 11am-3pm Sun. $

eclectic arlinGton

The Melting Pot 4000 Five Points Blvd., Ste. 119, 817.472.9988. 5pm-10pm Mon.-Thu.; 5pm-11pm Fri.; 3:30pm-11pm Sat.; 3pm-9pm Sun. $$-$$$ Fort WortH

Café Modern 3200 Darnell, 817.738.9215. Lunch: 11am-2:30pm Tue.-Thu.; 11am-10pm Fri.; 10am3pm 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. $$

extra dish

What the locals are eating

housed in a building that still flaunts its turn-ofthe-century charm, the classy and creative menu at Fire Oak Grill displays the chic side of Cowboy Chic.

Everything about the place speaks casual, comfortable and cowboy. The soaring ceilings clad in their original antique tin tiles and the creaking hardwoods underfoot all lend to that vintage ambience. Of course, its location on the square helps set the right mood, as does the collection of Western art on the walls and the stuffed critters throughout.

Everything has a decidedly Texan twist, but with an artful hand. Remember that Chef Eric Hunter came up through the ranks, working with the likes of Chef Paul Albrecht and Chef Tim Love before striking out on his own.

While the entrees cover the spectrum from lamb chops to trout, you won’t find a chicken fried steak anywhere, so don’t ask for one. They do however serve perfectly grilled steaks, including the Beeman Ranch Ribeye. It is a must-try.

I also sampled one of the house specialties, Five Cheese "Mac" with Lump Crab. It is honestly so rich and decadent, you really could not take any more than what they give you. Every bite was an adventure, just the way fine dining should be. I can’t wait to see what will inspire Hunter next and how his menu will morph over the years.

Mijo's Fusion 1109 W. Magnolia Ave. 817.921.3905. 11am-9:30pm Sun.-Thu.; 11am-10:30pm Fri.-Sat. $-$$

Reservoir Bar, Patio And Kitchen 1001 Foch St. 817.334.0560. 3pm-2am Mon.-Fri.; noon-2am Sat.-Sun. $-$$

Sera Dining and Wine 2418 Forest Park Blvd. 817.927.7372. 5:30pm-9:30pm Tue.-Sat. $-$$ Simply Fondue 111 W. 4th St., 817.348.0633. Lunch: 11am-2pm Mon.-Fri. Dinner: 5-10pm Sun.-Thu.; 5-11pm Fri.-Sat. Sunday Brunch: 10am-2pm. $$-$$$

Spiral Diner 1314 W. Magnolia, 817.332.8834. 11am-10pm Tue.-Sat.; 9am-5pm Sun. $ Vee Lounge 500 Taylor St., 817.332.4833. 11ammidnight Mon.-Wed.; 11am-2am Thu.; 7pm-2am Fri.-Sat. $$

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. $-$$$$ Zambrano Wine Cellar 910 Houston St., Ste. 110, 817.850.9463. 4:30pm-11pm Mon.-Thu.; 4:30pm1am Fri.-Sat. $-$$

ethnic arlinGton

Tandoor Indian Restaurant 1200 N. Fielder Rd., Ste. 532, 817.261.6604. Lunch: 11:30am-2:30pm Sun.-Sat.; Dinner: 5:30pm-10 p.m. Sun.-Sat. $-$$ Fort WortH Bombay Grill 4625 Donnelly Ave., 817.377.9395. Lunch: 11am-2pm Mon.-Fri.; 11:30am-2:30pm Sat. & Sun.; Dinner: 5:30pm-10pm Mon.-Thu.; 5:30pm-10:30pm Fri. & Sat.; 5:30pm-10pm Sun. $ Byblos 1406 N. Main St., 817.625.9667. 11am-4pm and 5pm-10pm Mon.-Wed.; 11am-2am Thu.-Fri.; 4pm-1:30am Sat.; Sunday available for private parties. $$

Hedary’s 6323 Camp Bowie Blvd., 817.731.6961. 11am-2pm Mon.; 11am-2pm & 5pm-10pm Tues.Fri.; 5pm-10pm Sat.; 5pm-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. $$$

La Madeleine 2101 N. Collins St., Arlington, 817.461.3634. 6:30am-10pm daily. Other location: 4201 S Cooper St., Arlington, 817.417.5100. 6:30am-10pm Sun.-Thu.; 6:30am-11pm Fri.-Sat. $

Fort WortH

La Madeleine 6140 Camp Bowie Blvd., 817.654.0471. 6:30am-10pm Sun.-Thu.; 6:30am11pm Fri.-Sat. Other locations: 4626 SW Loop 820. 817.717.5200.; 900 Hwy. 114 W., Grapevine, 817.251.0255. 6:30am-10pm daily $ Saint-Emilion 3617 W. 7th St., 817.737.2781. 5:30pm-9pm Tue.-Thu.; 6pm-9pm Fri.-Sat. $$$

german

Fort Worth

Edelweiss 3801 Southwest Blvd., 817.738.5934. 5pm-10pm Wed.-Thu.; 5pm-11pm Fri.; 4pm-11pm Sat.; noon-9pm Sun. $$

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., Ste. 101A, Hurst, 817.788.5110. Other location: 129 E. Olive St., Keller, 817.337.3204. 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. $

italian

Arlington/Mid-Cities

Birraporetti’s 668 Lincoln Square, 817.265.0555. 5pm-10pm daily. $$

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-9:30pm Mon.-Thu.; 11am-10pm Fri.; 5pm10pm Sat.; 11am-9pm Sun. $$

Mama’s Pizza 1200 N. Fielder, 817.795.8700. Lunch buffet: 11am-2pm daily. Delivery through Entrees-To-Go: 11am-10pm Mon.-Thu.; 11am11pm Fri.-Sat.; noon-10pm Sun. $

Mellow Mushroom 200 N. Center St. 817.274.7173. 11am-9pm Sun.-Thu.; 11am-10pm Fri.-Sat. $$

Moni's 1730 W. Randol Mill Road, Ste. 100, 817.860.6664. 11am-10pm Mon.-Sat.; 11am-9pm Sun. $$

Nizza Pizza 1430 S. Cooper, 817.274.5222. 11am10pm Sun.-Thu.; 10:30am-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: 5:30pm-10:15pm Mon.-Thu.; 5:30pm-11pm Fri. & Sat.; 5pm-10pm Sun. $-$$

Prespa's 4720 Sublett Road, Arlington, 817.561.7540. Other location: 3100 W. Arkansas Ln. 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. 10am-10pm Mon.-Fri.; 8am-10pm Sat.; 10am-10pm Sun. $

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. $$

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.; 5pm-10pm Mon.-Thu.; 5pm-11pm Fri.-Sat., available for parties Sun. $$$

Mama’s Pizza 1813 W. Berry St., 817.923.3541. Other locations: 5800 Camp Bowie Blvd., 817.731.6262. 5811 Bryant Irvin, Ste. 101, 817.346.6262. 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. 10:30am-9pm Mon.-Thu.; 10:30am10pm Fri.-Sat.; 10am-9pm Sun. $

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-9pm Sun.-Wed.; 11am-10pm Thu.-Sat. $$

Milano’s 3416 W. 7th St., 817.332.5226. 11am-10pm Mon.-Sat. $

Nizza Pizza 401 University Dr. 817.877.3900. 11am10pm Sun.-Thu.; 10:30am-11pm Fri.-Sat. $

Nonna Tata 1400 W. Magnolia Ave., 817.332.0250. Lunch: 11am-2pm Tue.-Fri.; Dinner: 5:30pm8:30pm Tue.-Thu.; 5:30pm-9:30pm 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 Mon.-Thu.; 11am-11pm Fri.-Sat.; 11am-9pm Sun. $-$$

Buca Di Beppo 2701 E. State Hwy. 114, Southlake, 817.749.6262. 11am-10pm Mon.-Thu.; 11am-11pm Fri.-Sat.; 11am-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. $$-$$$

Fireside Pies 1285 S. Main St., Grapevine, 817.416.1285. 11am-10pm Sun.-Thu.; 11am-11pm Sat. $$

Mama’s Pizza 445 W. Southlake Blvd., Southlake, 817.4212242. Lunch buffet: 11am-2pm daily. Delivery through Entrees-To-Go: 11am-10pm Mon.-Thu.; 11am-11pm Fri.-Sat.; noon-10pm Sun. $

Nizza Pizza 3930 Glade Rd., Ste. 101, 817.283.4700. 11am-10pm Sun.-Thu.; 10:30am-11pm Fri.-Sat. $

Ruggeri’s Ristorante 32 Village Ln., Ste. 100, Colleyville, 817.503.7373. Lunch: 11am-2pm Mon.-Fri.; Dinner: 5pm-9pm Sun.-Thu.; 5pm10pm Fri.-Sat. $$

latin american

Colleyville/Fort Worth

Gloria’s Colleyville: 5611 Colleyville Blvd., 817.656.1784. 11am-10pm daily. Fort Worth: 2600 W. 7th St., 817.332.8800. 11am-9pm Sun.-Mon.; 11am-10pm Tue.-Thu.; 11am-11pm Fri.-Sat. Arlington: 3901 Arlington Highlands Blvd., Ste. 137, 817.701.2981. 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. 10am-10pm Sun.; 11am-10pm Mon.-Thu.; 11am-midnight Fri.; 10am-midnight 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. 11am-9pm 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 5pm10pm, Mon.-Fri.; 11am-11pm, Sat.; noon-8pm, Sun. $-$$

mexican Arlington

Chipotle 5001 S. Cooper St., Ste. 125, 817.522.0012. Other location: 2151 N. Collins St., 817.459.0939. 11am-10pm daily. $

Chuy's 4001 Bagpiper Way, Ste. 199, 817. 557.2489. 11am-10pm Sun.-Thu.; 11am-11pm Fri.-Sat. $ El Fenix 1620 E. Copeland Rd., 682.558.8890. Other location: 4608 S. Cooper Rd., 817.557.4309. 11am10pm daily. $

Fuzzy’s Taco Shop 510 East Abram, 817.265.8226. Other locations: 4201 W. Green Oaks Blvd., Arlington, 817.516.8226. 2030 Glade Rd, Ste. 296, Grapevine, 817.416.8226. 480 W. Southlake Blvd., Ste. 101, Southlake, 817. 488.2500. 7am-midnight Mon.-Wed.; 7am-1am Thu.; 7am-3am Fri. & Sat.; 7am-10pm Sun. $ Rio Mambo 6407 S. Cooper St. 817.465.3122. 11am9:30pm Sun.-Thu.; 11am-10:30pm Fri.-Sat. $$ Colleyville/grApevine

El Fenix 401 State Hwy. 114 W., Grapevine, 817.421.1151. 11am-10pm daily. $

Esparza’s 124 E. Worth St., 817.481.4668. 11am-10pm Mon.-Thu.; 11am-11pm Fri.-Sat.; 11am-9:30pm Sun. $

La Hacienda Ranch 5250 Hwy. 121, Colleyville, 817.318.7500. 11am-10pm Sun.-Thu.; 11am-11pm Fri.-Sat. $$ Fort Worth, Texas: The City’s

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. 11am-9pm Mon.-Thu., 11am-2am Fri.; 10am-2am Sat.; 10am-9pm Sun. $$

Cabo Grande 115 W. 2nd St., 817.348.8226. 11am10pm Sun.-Thu.; 11am-midnight Fri.-Sat. $$ Cantina Laredo 530 Throckmorton St., 817.810.0773. Other location: 4020 William D. Tate, Ste. 208, Grapevine, 817.358.0505. 11am10pm Sun.-Thu.; 11am-11pm Fri.-Sat. $-$$

Chimy’s Cerveceria 1053 Foch St., 817.348.8888. 11am-midnight Mon.-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. 6370 Camp Bowie Blvd., Ste. 140, 817.840.3904. 11am-10pm daily. $ Dos Gringos 1015 S. University Dr., 817.338.9393. 11am-9pm Mon.-Thu.; 11am-11pm Fri.-Sat.; noon-9pm Sun. $

El Asadero 1535 N. Main St., 817.626.3399. 11am10pm Sun.-Thu.; 11am-midnight Fri.-Sat. $-$$ El Fenix 6391 Camp Bowie Blvd., 817.732.5584. 11am-10pm daily. $ El Rancho Grande 1400 N. Main St., 817.624.9206. 11am-9pm Mon.-Thu.; 11am-10pm Fri.-Sat. $-$$ Fernandez Café 4220 W. Vickery Blvd., 817.377.2652. 6:30am-3pm Mon.-Wed.; 6:30am9pm Thu.-Fri.; 7am-5pm Sat.; 7am-3pm Sun. $ Fiesta 3233 Hemphill St., 817.923.6941. 10am-8pm Mon.; 10am-9pm Tue.-Thu.; 10am-10pm Fri.; 7am-10pm Sat.; 7am-8pm Sun. $ Fuzzy’s Taco Shop 2917 W. Berry St., 817.924.7943. Other Locations: 2719 Race St., 817.831.8226. 5710 Rufe Snow, 817.465.3899. 6353 Camp Bowie Blvd., Ste. 101, 817.989.8226. 5724 Bryant Irvin Rd., 817.292.8226. 9180 N. Fwy., Ste. 500, 817.750.8226. 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 Sun.-Thu.; 11am-11pm Fri.-Sat. $ Los Molcajetes 4320 Western Center Blvd., 817.306.9000. 11am-9:30pm Mon.-Thu.; 11am10pm Fri.; 9am-10pm Sat.; 9am-9pm Sun. $ Los Vaqueros 2629 N. Main St., 817.624.1511. Other Location: 3105 Cockrell Ave., 817.710.8828. 11am-9pm Mon.-Thu.; 11 am-10pm, 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 locations: 4601 W. Freeway (I-30 and Hulen), 817.569.1444. 9369 Rain Lily Trail. 817.750.6426. 11am-10pm Sun.-Thu.; 11am-11pm Fri.-Sat. $ The Original 4713 Camp Bowie Blvd., 817.738.6226. 11am-9pm Sun.-Thu.; 11am-10pm Fri.-Sat.; Breakfast tacos: 6am-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. $$ all locations Pulidos 2900 Pulido St., 817.732.7571. Other location: 5051 Hwy. 377 S., 817.732.7871. 11am9:30pm Mon.-Thu.; 11am-10pm Fri.-Sat. $ Revolver Taco Lounge 2822 W. 7th St., 817.820.0122. 4m-10pm Tue.-Thu.; 4pm-midnight Fri.-Sat. $$

Rio Mambo 6125 SW Loop 820, 817.423.3124. 1302 S. Main St., Weatherford. 817.598.5944. 11am9:30pm 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. 7am-11pm Mon.-Thu.; 7am-3am Fri.-Sat.; 7am9pm Sun. Other locations: 4200 S. Freeway, Ste. 1099, 817.921.4435. 10am-9pm Mon.-Thu.; 10am2:45am Fri.-Sat.; 10am-10pm Sun.; 2916 W. Berry St. 817.675.2519. 11am-11pm Mon.; 11am-2am Tue.-Sat. $

Torchy's Tacos 928 Northton St. 817.289.8226. 7am-10pm Mon.-Thu.; 7am-11pm Fri.; 8am-11pm 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 Mon.-Thu.; 11am-11:30pm Fri.; 10am-11:30pm Sat.; 10am-10:30pm Sun. $$ Southlake

Mi Chula’s 1431 Southlake Blvd., Ste. 551, 817.756.6920. 11am-9pm Sun-Thu.; 11am10pm Fri.-Sat. $$

seafood

arlington

Fish City Grill 3900 Arlington Highlands Blvd., 817.465.0001. 11am-10pm Mon.- Thu.; 11am–11pm Fri.-Sat.; 11am- 9pm Sun. $-$$

Pappadeaux 1304 E. Copeland Rd., 817.543.0544. 11am-10pm Sun.-Thu.; 11am-11pm Fri.-Sat. $$

Razzoo’s 4001. S. Cooper St., 817.467.6510. 11am11pm Sun.-Thu.; 11am-2am Fri.-Sat. $$ Rockfish 3785 S. Cooper St., Arlington, 817.419.9988. 11am-10pm Sun.-Thu.; 11am-11pm Fri.-Sat. $$

Fort Worth

Blu Crab 6115 Camp Bowie Blvd., 817.763.8585. Mon.-Sat. 11am-10pm; Sun. 11am-9pm. $$$$ Daddy Jack’s 353 Throckmorton St., 817.332.2477. 11am-2pm Mon.-Sat.; 5pm-10pm Sun.-Thu.; 5pm-11pm Fri.-Sat. $$

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.-Fri.; 9am-10pm Sat.; 9am-9pm Sun. $$

Pappadeaux 2708 W. Freeway, 817.877.8843. Other location: 600 W. Hwy 114, Grapevine, 817.488.6220. 11am-10pm Sun.-Thu.; 11am-11pm Fri.-Sat. $$

Razzoo’s 318 Main St. in Sundance Square, 817.429.7009. Other locations: 4700 Bryant Irvin Rd. in Cityview, 817.292.8584. 2950 Texas Sage Trail, 817.750.0011. 11am-11pm Sun.-Thu.; 11am2am Fri.-Sat. $$

Rockfish 3050 S. Hulen St., 817.738.3474. 11am10pm Mon.-Sat.; 11am-9pm Sun. $$

Waters, Bonnell's Coastal Cuisine 2901 Crockett St. 817.984.1110. 11am-9pm Sun.-Mon.; 11am-10pm Tue.-Thu.; 11am-11pm Fri.-Sat. $$$$

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. $-$$

Rockfish 228 State St., 817.442.0131. 11am-10pm Mon.-Thu.; 11am-11pm Fri.-Sat.; 11am-9pm Sun. $$

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 1600 S. University Dr., 817.332.6372. Other Location: 550 Lincoln Square, Arlington, 682.323.3050. 11am-10pm Mon.-Thu.; 11am-11pm Fri.-Sat.; 9am-10pm Sun. $$ Bonnell’s Fine Texas Cuisine 4259 Bryant Irvin Rd., 817.738.5489. Lunch: 11am-2:30pm Tues.-Fri.; Dinner: 5:30pm-9pm Tues.-Sat. Closed Sun.-Mon. $$$

Buffalo West 7101 Camp Bowie W., 817.732.2370. 11am-10pm Mon.-Thu.; 11am-midnight Fri.-Sat. $-$$$

Lanny’s Alta Cocina Mexicana 3405 W. 7th St., 817.850.9996. Lunch: 11:30am-2pm Tue.-Fri.; Dinner: 5:30pm-9pm Tue.-Sat. $$$

Lonesome Dove Western Bistro 2406 N. Main St., 817.740.8810. 11:30am-2:30pm Tue.-Sat.; 5pm10pm 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.; 5:30pm-11pm Thu.Sat. Chile Bar hours: 11am-11pm Mon.-Wed.; 11am-1am Thu.-Fri.; 5pm-1am Sat. $

Reata 310 Houston St., 817.336.1009. 11am-2:30pm, 5pm-10:30pm daily. $$

The Tavern 2755 S. Hulen St. 817.923.6200 11am10pm Mon.-Fri.; 9am-10pm Sat.; 9am-9pm Sun.

Go Red For Women Luncheon

Friday, February 20, 2015

10:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.

Omni Fort Worth Hotel

Join us this year to Paint The Town Red for A Cause Deep in the Heart of Texans. The 2015 luncheon will offer Hands-Only CPR™ instruction, heart-health screenings, educational break-out sessions, and a fabulous silent auction.

2015 Chairmen

Martha Williams & Joan Trew

Keynote Speaker: Tracey Conway

We are delighted to have Emmy award-winning actress, comedienne and heart attack survivor, Tracey Conway share her series of lively and poignant presentations that touch and inspire. We hope you’ll join us.

EXECUTIVE LEADERSHIP TEAM

Traci H. Bernard

Texas Health Resources Southlake

Laura A. Coffey

Pier 1 Imports

Nancy Cychol

Cook Children’s Medical Center

Joseph DeLeon

Texas Health Resources Southwest

NATIONALLY SPONSORED BY

Dr. Sreenivas Gudimetla Consultants in Cardiology

Darlene Mead

Credit Systems International, Inc.

Paula Perrone

Perrone Pharmacy

CIRCLE OF RED CHAIR

Joan Friedman

TRIBUTE CHAIR

Nancy Carter

PASSION COMMITTEE CHAIR

Bridget Shelton

LOCALLY SPONSORED IN NORTH TEXAS BY PLATINUM SPONSOR

GOLD SPONSOR

GM Financial

SILVER SPONSORS

Cook Children’s Medical Center | Pier 1 Imports | Virginia & Robert Hobbs

Charitable Trust | Williams Trew Sotheby’s International Realty

SPONSORSHIP INFORMATION

amanda.haggerty@heart.org 817-698-5442 tarrantcountygored.heart.org

$$

Tillman's Roadhouse 2933 Crockett St., 817.850.9255. Lunch: 11:30am-2pm Tues.-Fri.; Dinner: 5pm9:30pm Tues.-Thu.; 5pm-11pm Fri.; 10am-11pm Sat.; 10am-9pm Sun. $$$

steaks

Arlington

The Keg Steakhouse & Bar 4001 Arlington Heights Blvd., Ste. 101, 817.465.3700. 4pm-11pm Sun.-Thu.; 4pm-midnight Fri.-Sat. $$$

Mac’s Steaks & Seafood Arlington: 6077 I-20 W., 817.572.0541. Colleyville: 5120 Hwy. 121, 817.318.6227. 11am-10pm Mon.-Thu.; 11am-11pm Fri.-Sat.; 10am10pm Sun. $-$$

Trail Dust Steak House 2300 E. Lamar Ave., 817.640.6411. 5pm-10pm Mon.-Thu.; 11am-10pm Fri.Sun. $$$

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: 11am-4pm Mon.-Fri.; Dinner: 4pm-10pm Mon.-Thu.; 4pm-11pm Fri.; 5pm-11pm Sat.; 4pm-9pm Sun. $$$$

Cattlemen’s Steak House 2458 N. Main St., 817.624.3945. 11am-10:30pm Mon.-Thu.; 11am-11pm 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. 5:30pm-9:30pm daily. $$$$

H3 Ranch 105 E. Exchange Ave., 817.624.1246. 11am10pm Mon.-Thu.; 11am-11pm Fri.; 9am-11pm Sat.; 9am-10pm Sun. $$$

Hoffbrau 1712 S. University Dr., 817.870.1952. 11am10pm Sun.-Thu.; 11am-11pm Fri.-Sat. $$

The Keg Steakhouse & Bar 5760 SW Loop 820, 817.731.3534. 4pm-11pm Sun.-Thu.; 4pm-midnight Fri.-Sat. $$$

Mercury Chop House 301 Main St., 817.336.4129. 11am-10pm Mon.-Thu.; 11am-11pm 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. $$$ grAnbury

Buffalo Gap Steakhouse And Cantina 1470 Hwy. 377, 817.573.4471. 11am-10pm Wed.-Thu.; 11am-11pm Fri.-Sat.; 11am-9pm Sun. $$ grApevine/SouthlAke/ Colleyville

J.R.’S Steakhouse 5400 Hwy. 121, 817.355.1414. 11am10pm daily. $$$

Kirby’s Steakhouse 3305 E. Hwy. 114, Southlake, 817.410.2221. 5pm-10pm Mon.-Thu.; 5pm-11pm Fri.Sat.; 5pm-9pm Sun. $$$

Old Hickory Steakhouse Restaurant Gaylord Texan Hotel & Convention Center, 1501 Gaylord Trail, 817.778.2215 (after 5pm, 817.778.2280).

5:30pm-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-nov-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 designed by B. Gaylord Noftsger in the 1930s.

2. Originally it served as a market space for local farmers and vendors.

3. This place was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1984.

reveal from last month

National Cowgirl Museum and Hall of Fame 1720 Gendy St., Fort Worth

Comfort

Unrivaled

Gaylan Hendricks’ Mercedes-Benz GL550 is her roving home and office with its double sunroofs, soft leather and spacious interior. It needs to be. She’s a family gal who also loves what she does working tirelessly as CEO of Senior Security Benefits, Inc. Insurance Marketing Group.

She chose options for her vehicle like black leather (dirt-proof) and DVD players for her two grandchildren she loves spending time with. The front-seat massage chairs make her frequent travel like a day at the spa, and if she needs to take a work call the ride is so quiet and the Bluetooth so easy to work with that she doesn’t miss a beat.

When this CEO and grandmother needs a break, she goes to Park Place Motorcars Fort Worth to get the free car wash they offer to all of their clients. Gaylan enjoys relaxing in the exquisite lounge as she waits.

“The experience is always seamless. They are so nice and always know you by name. It is very relaxing. I have even taken my grandkids there, and they played in their kids’ room. We never feel like we are waiting forever, and they have a computer so I’m able to work from there,” she said.

If she wasn’t already hooked on Park Place Motorcars Fort Worth because of their friendliness, the sales manager also earned her respect over their conversation about business.

“The sales manager once said to me, ‘In the car business, it isn’t just about getting the customer but keeping the customer.’ He’s right, and that spoke to me because my business is in sales,” Gaylan said.