McKinney & Prosper, TX October 2018

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MEET THE "STEAKOLOGIST"

PROSPER'S NEW TOWN HALL

THE “FOODIE” ISSUE

WE GROW WHERE YOU GO Officially Open in Prosper August 2018 Albin Roach is excited to announce that Jeff Yates has opened a branch office in Prosper.

As Prosper has become one of the coolest places to live, we could not resist the opportunity to be the first full-service law firm to open an office and serve its citizens! Albin Roach is committed to be the best law firm in Texas. Our diversity in practice areas allows us to develop comprehensive strategies for all your legal needs. We are confident you will not only like our lawyers, you will also love our results.

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LIFESTYLE LETTER

F Is for Foodie F IS FOR “FOODIE,” A PERSON WITH A PARTICULAR INTEREST IN FOOD. Someone who’s always up for trying new places and has a refined but adventurous palate.

OCTOBER 2018 PUBLISHER

Sharon Duffy | sharon.duffy@lifestylepubs.com

And this month at McKinney & Prosper Lifestyle, we’re all about feasting with foodies as we just scratch the surface of all the fine eats and drinks McKinney &

EDITORIAL COORDINATOR

Tom Bridges | tom.bridges@lifestylepubs.com

Prosper has to offer.

CONTRIBUTING WRITERS

The dog days of summer brought us ice cream, refreshing salads and cocktails enjoyed by the pool as we celebrated the Fourth of July, vacations and abundant sunshine.

Tom Bridges CONTRIBUTING PHOTOGRAPHERS

Christie Connell

But the autumnal days of October bring us chili cooking on the stove, seasonal fruits and veggies and pumpkin spice, well, pretty much everything, as we celebrate football season, some warm-weather relief and shorter days moving toward the end of the year.

Whether you consider yourself a foodie, a gourmet, an epicure or just an average eater; whether you’re into nachos at a game, craft beer at your favorite brewery, a latte from your favorite café or just a pumpkin full of leftover Halloween candy, we hope this issue inspires you to check out the amazing food scene right here in McKinney & Prosper.

Stay hungry, McKinney & Prosper.

We’ll see you around!

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INSIDE THE ISSUE OCTOBER 2018

FEATURES 12 A World Apart...Just a Few Miles Away Mitas Hill Vineyard

18 Local Yocal— Definitely Not a Yokel Yocal: A Knowledgeable Cousin of a Yokel, Improving the Knowledge and Processing of Food

24 Prosper’s New Town Hall Truly Built for the People

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28 Upscale Down-home 11|17, the New Family-Oriented Restaurant for McKinney & Prosper

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DEPARTMENTS 4

Lifestyle Letter

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Good Times

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Around Town

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Road Trip

24 Open House 28 Hot Spot 32 Lifestyle Calendar 34 Local’s Choice

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Second Saturday in Downtown McKinney Every Second Saturday, historic Downtown McKinney comes alive with shops organizing special activities. Azure Photography hosted a Pet Shop Portraits: Portraits with Claws for a Cause benefiting Dog Ranch Rescue. Dog Ranch Rescue saves dogs from puppy mills and shelters.

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They rehabilitate the dogs and provide them with much-needed medical care and socialization.

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Rock the Inn...Samaritan, That Is Rock the Inn was a gala held Aug. 18 benefiting The Samaritan Inn of McKinney. If you weren't there, you missed an exceptional evening. Emerald City Band provided its usual outstanding music and was enjoyed by all. It appeared to be a very successful evening for the Inn! Visit

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TheSamaritanInn.org to learn more or donate to this very worthy cause.

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1. Rick Crocker, Melissa Bettis and Wes Akin | 2. John & Sharon Davis, Mikell Bollinger, Dan Tinker, Rich Ross & Heather, Ron Ross & Deanna Ross | 3. Pam little, Larry little, Mitch Frieda, Jen Frieda | 4. Rob and Elizabeth Nelson avoided the crowded dance floor! | 5. Tammy and Steve Hiltz, Alisa and Bryan Kimbrell, Regina and Randy Reed, Jeni and Brent Schelldorf | 6. Emerald City members join the crowd!

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DR DOUGLAS JENSEN

You may have known

already that Dr. Doug Jensen is an orthodontist who has been practicing nearby in the McKinney/Prosper area for the last decade. But who knew that he is also a dual specialist in not only the art and science of orthodontics, but in the closely related field of prosthodontics as well?

If you weren’t aware, prosthodontics is the specialty of high level understanding of the various dental problems, advanced treatment planning, and the carrying out of the plan with uncommon skill and craftsmanship. People seek prosthodontists when the esthetic stakes are high or when they just prefer a more highly trained specialist from the get go. This blending of specialties provides for a skill set virtually unheard of among dental professionals.

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In addition, he strives diligently to provide what has become hard to find in most practices, such as:

• Honesty and sincerity • Staying on time • Sharing progress at each appointment • Sweating the little things • Keeping things light and fun • Flexible and creative payment options But where the rubber really meets the road about you or your child’s teeth and all things smile—that is, expert care performed at the highest level—there is quite literally not a more highly trained and experienced craftsman in this area in dentistry than Dr Jensen. And on top of that, he is quite inclined to listen to your concerns and work hard to create that beautiful smile you’ve been dreaming about.

Come experience a true craftsman and determine for yourself why so many patients refer their friends. Even dentists and other orthodontists themselves come to Dr Jensen to get their own smile fixed properly. You’ll be pleasantly surprised!

AROUND TOWN

MAST – MCKINNEY ART STUDIO TOUR

SCARE ON THE SQUARE…PUMPKINS, GHOSTS AND CANDY, OH MY!

The 10th year for McKinney-based artists to open their studios, allowing visitors to tour 35 art-

The shops in downtown McKinney and McKinney

ists’ studios. Saturday, Nov. 10th (10 a.m. - 6 p.m.)

Main Street invite you to come out on Wednesday,

and Sunday, Nov. 11 (12 p.m. - 5 p.m.), the public

Oct. 31 from 4-7 p.m. and enjoy the sights of hun-

(no charge) can tour the studios as their time per-

dreds of ghosts and goblins young and old in

mits. The artists are involved in various types of

Historic Downtown McKinney. This annual event

media. Watch them work at their craft, and possibly

provides interactive activities to celebrate a safe,

buy a favorite piece you find. For more informa-

secure, family-fun Halloween event. Enjoy the cos-

tion on the artists and locations of their studios,

tume contest, pumpkin races and music with Rhett.

visit McKinneyArtStudioTour.com.

McKinneyTexas.org

AMERICAN HEART GALA

PROSPER CHAMBER OF COMMERCE 6TH ANNUAL AWARDS DINNER

Waterstone Mortgage is hosting a nonprofit gala on Oct. 11 to benefit the American Heart

The 6th Annual Awards Dinner for the Prosper

Association. It is a black-tie evening from 7-10

Chamber of Commerce will be "A Sweet Endeavour."

p.m. at The Cotton Mill located at 610 Elm St.,

As the Town of Prosper grows by leaps and bounds,

McKinney, Texas. Come enjoy a great eve-

so does the Chamber and all its members' busi-

ning with hors d'oeuvre, drinks and dancing.

nesses. Oct. 18, 6 p.m. at Piazza on the Green.

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ROAD TRIP

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ROAD TRIP

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NESTLED IN THE ROLLING HILLS JUST NORTH OF MCKINNEY IS THE BEAUTIFUL GEM MITAS HILL. A true vineyard with nearly 10,000

Great wedding venue...

Indoor or Outdoor

vines spread over acres, Mitas Hill also offers a restaurant and great venue for all kinds of occasions from family reunions to dreamy proposal sites to a bride’s dream of a wedding.

Three generations of the Mitas family offer a rare opportunity for the DFW area and beyond to experience the beauty and tastes of an actual vineyard. This is the only winery in the area that makes each red wine solely from the grapes raised on the property.

Harold and Sue Mitas created this beautiful venue, starting in their backyard in the Squeezepenny neighborhood with a few plants they had been given by a vineyard they had recently visited.

They shared a vision. However, that vision was not easily achieved. They had to overcome a number of obstacles, as does any new venture, including the Texas clay soil. But they learned quickly and found that the secret to beating the soil problem was to graft the vines onto a rootstock that was native to the area, thus providing the ability for the fragile grapes to not just survive, but to flourish.

The varietals that are grown in the vineyard allow the Mitas Hill wines several options for their customers. Their Tempranillo Reserve is an outstanding “dry, pretty ruby-colored wine with aromas of strawberry, cassis and vanilla over a similar palate of red berries, spice and a hint of tobacco.” They also are able to produce zinfandel, syrah, cabernet, Black Spanish and other specialty wines such as Black Gypsy and Squeezepenny.

2300 Vineyard Hill Lane, McKinney, TX, MitasHill.com 972.316.7991

If you are not a wine lover yet, Sue acknowledges she was not a fan of wines until she tasted some of the sweet wines that their daughter and winemaker, Lisa, was able to produce. So, here is your chance to find something you might like!

However, as outstanding as the wines are crafted, the venue, designed

by Harold and completed in 2014, offers a beautiful getaway from the hustle and bustle of the city.

Want a nice dinner with friends and family? The menu in the wine bar offers great salads and pizza made from hand-tossed Italian flour, with a full menu on weekends.

Monday through Friday you can taste and purchase wine from noon to 6 pm.

If you are seeking a special place to propose, consider the beautiful gazebo after enjoying a special dinner or getting down on one knee amongst the beautiful vines.

If your daughter is planning a wedding, visit MitasHill.com and see the fantastic photos of weddings held on the hillside with the vineyard as a backdrop. (It is so beautiful that the first wedding held on that hill was planned before the concrete was even poured!)

Family reunions, corporate outings or any other type of excursion would benefit from the beauty of this facility. It seems there is something for everyone!

So, get in your car, take a small road trip and have a great experience like none other!

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Local Yocal Definitely Not a Yokel

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YOCAL: A KNOWLEDGEABLE, PROGRESSIVE COUSIN TO YOKELS. RANCHER DEFYING MAINSTREAM PRODUCTION, USING SUSTAINABLE PRACTICES, CREATING A HEALTHIER FOOD SUPPLY.

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HAVING ACHIEVED GREAT SUCCESS WITH THEIR RANCHER-OWNED BUTCHER SHOP AND LOCAL GOODS MARKET, MATT HAMILTON, ALONG WITH HIS WIFE, HEATHER, HAVE DECIDED TO BRANCH OUT AND OPEN A RESTAURANT IN THE HISTORIC DOWNTOWN MCKINNEY AREA. Following in the footsteps of Local Yocal Farm to Market, Local Yocal BBQ & Grill is offering a unique experience in Collin County.

When you think “barbecue,” you think of quite casual—a place you can take the kids, even after practice or a game in their sports attire. When you think “grill,” you think of a more upscale restaurant with great steaks and such. Matt’s new creation has combined the best of both worlds.

This “steakologist” brings the great meats from his market so you can walk in and browse through the collection to pick which you want to be cooked for you. Mind you, these are not ordinary steaks. These steaks are always free of hormones, steroids and antibiotics. Grass-fed, premium Wagyu and 100 percent DNA-verified Angus beef, these steaks are the real thing!

Chef Adam West proudly discusses how you can come in and enjoy one of their world-class steaks or barbecue in a setting that could be described as modern-industrial ranch.

“We want to provide affordable, yet premium products that are a hybrid of an American steakhouse and Southern comfort food,” he says.

The decor is warm and welcoming as well as casual yet refined. The building was built in the 1920s, and Matt wants to keep that era relevant in this new venue. The restaurant will be part of a compound that includes an expansive bar, a patio, a retail market and a private dining room to accommodate anything from corporate evenings to rehearsal dinners.

To complement his outstanding chef, Matt has hired mixologist Manny Casas. Offerings will range from beers to single-barrel whiskeys, which will often include the entire barrel!

Lunches will be handled slightly different, as time is of essence typically for those able to get out. You will order your food at a counter and then be served at your table. Dinner will be handled through outstanding servers.

Besides being a restaurant, Local Yocal BBQ & Grill will also offer you the ability to stop in and pick up a great steak or even some prepared offerings to take home and enjoy. Imagine being able to stop by and quickly take home a ready-to-eat half pound of barbecue brisket.

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LOCAL YOCAL

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Local Yocal Farm to Market — offering a wide variety of local, wonderful brands.

These creations all started when Matt and Heather, who now handles the finances for Local Yocal, left their high-paying positions to start something they hoped would provide a legacy for them to leave their six children. Ranging in age from 2 to 16, their children keep Matt and Heather busy as they run one established business while opening a second.

After leaving their previous careers behind, Matt said it took almost 4 1/2 years before they were making an equivalent income. But it seems to have been worth it. The challenges have been many, but being raised on a ranch taught him great work ethic.

Matt has also become an excellent auctioneer. When asked how and why he learned that skill, he fondly remembers his days growing up and going to the sale barn for the auctions of farm animals. He was so enamored with the auctioneers that he began to teach himself.

Matt confesses he loves doing it and tried to help out charities in the area whenever the demands of his businesses and large family allow.

Wagyu Tomahawk — Now THAT’s a steak!

It is no wonder why Matt is called Dallas’ famous butcher. His knowledge of ranching and beef truly makes him a great “steakologist.” He holds classes at his shop, so if you want to understand the differences in various types of beef and why there are added health benefits in the products he serves, then go! You will walk away

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healthiest to consume.

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OPEN HOUSE

Prosper's New Town Hall TRULY BUILT FOR THE PEOPLE

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YOU CAN’T HELP BUT ADMIRE THE

Taking the stairs or elevator behind and

BEAUTY OF THE NEW PROSPER TOWN

beside the reception desk, you arrive on the

HALL. The traditional architecture will

second floor where the town’s development

endure many years as a structure that is

and community services staff does their

indicative of its importance to the com-

magic. The space includes a large confer-

munity it serves.

ence room for them to hold meetings, just in

As you approach the main entrance on the north side, you are introduced to a

If you need to get a permit or license, you

soothing, multi-level fountain/waterfall. The

will simply turn to the right where you enter

three-story building seems to welcome you

to take care of those issues. Just beyond the

in as you pass by the serene water flow.

two desks to handle these affairs is a large

The entryway is flanked by glass-encased

conference room that will be used to hold

shelves that will proudly display artifacts

meetings, such as those with companies

provided by the Prosper Historical Society.

that are considering relocating to or starting

Once you reach the center of the build-

off in Prosper. This will surely present an

ing, to the left is the reception desk and to

improved picture of what Prosper is and will

the right is a hallway that includes windows

become versus previous venues.

for you to pay utility bills and handle other

The third floor holds offices for administra-

business. Farther down that hallway is the

tion and operations, including the town man-

municipal court area.

ager; the town secretary/IPO; and the finance,

Approaching the southern part of the

BEAUTIFULLY DESIGNED FROM THE LIBRARY TO THE COMMON AREAS... A GREAT REPRESENTATION OF

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IT and human resources departments.

building, you will notice huge glass walls

On the eastern end of the building,

from floor to ceiling. These look into the

you will find the entrance to a beautifully

council chambers, which may be utilized

designed and organized library. It will be

for anything from town meetings to court

a great resource for anyone from a young

cases. The glass walls assure that even if

child to a senior citizen simply wanting to

the expansive room does not fit everyone

pass time reading a great book, or more,

interested, those in the overflow can still

importantly, learn something!

see what is happening in the room and hear proceedings via piped audio.

You quickly realize that one of the main design features for the building is not just to pro-

PROSPER AND ITS CITIZENS!

front of their office complex.

vide a beautiful representation of Prosper but one of significant transparency as well.

Welcome to your new Town Hall, Prosper! You will be very proud of what has been built for you, the citizens of this great, growing city.

Timeless Architecture with Modern Technology

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OPEN HOUSE

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Council Chambers

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HOT SPOT

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11|17, THE NEW FAMILY-ORIENTED RESTAURANT FOR MCKINNEY & PROSPER

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CKINNEY & PROSPER LIFESTYLE HAS

business. While attending Texas Tech, he worked in a local café.

ALWAYS PRIDED ITSELF ON BRINGING

Not being able to focus on a career out of school, he realized he

ONLY OUTSTANDING PRODUCTS, PRAC-

had learned a tremendous amount from the owner of the café.

TICES AND SERVICES TO YOU.

With help from that café’s owner, Justin found a café that was

When we approach a potential adver-

in distress in Brownwood—and he bought it. He had found not

tiser, we want to know what makes them

just a career but a love for what he does. He ran that restaurant

stand out. If, for example, a restaurant is

successfully for 15 years.

opening, what are they going to offer that

With family living in McKinney, they chose to bring their love

others don’t already, or how are they going

for what they do to the western edge of McKinney. There was a

to offer a superior experience?

shortage of good restaurants that offer not just good food but

The owners of the new 11|17, Justin and Channa Jones,

a great environment for the family. Community and family are

made their points without our even having to ask. Upon meet-

very important to them, and they truly believe in the positive

ing Channa, when the building was still under construction,

power of sharing a meal together.

the attention she was giving to detail was impressive. Then,

The bar is well-stocked and beautifully designed, as is the

after opening and first sampling their food, Justin made it

rest of the restaurant. A large wall pays tribute to the talent of

even more clear this eatery was going to be extraordinary.

the local high school artists with many of their works.

When Justin approached us to ask how the meal was, I commented on the sandwich.

He smiled and said, “I learned a long time ago that it doesn’t take much more effort to do things right.”

The atmosphere is relaxed and fun. The outdoor patio is great to have a drink while dining or simply easing into your day or evening.

Children are always welcome. In fact, the kids’ menu was

And do things right they do. If you want to see which restaurants

designed by their daughter, Emerson, 9, who will also greet you

serve fresh food, drive by a couple of hours before the restaurant

occasionally at the door. Their son, Truett, 6, is yet another rea-

opens. If no cars are there, then the employees probably show up just

son they want to create a legacy for their family, not just have an

before opening to prepare food that comes easily out of bags or the

income. By the way, 11|17 is both a positive, angelic number and

freezer. You will see at least a few cars at 11|17 as they do everything

a tribute to Emerson and Truett through their birthdays.

from chop their own lettuce to making their own marinara sauce

Great job, 11|17—Welcome to McKinney & Prosper!

served with their hand-breaded, hand-cut cheese sticks. The only items that aren’t made from scratch are the french fries and tater tots, which still underwent much scrutiny in order to serve the best.

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While the decor is upscale, the food is down-home. This

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is likely a result of the way Justin had learned the restaurant

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OCTOBER

LIFESTYLE CALENDAR

8 11TH ANNUAL PROS4CARE GOLF EVENT

100 wines from Texas and Califor-

available at Chestnut Square. Your tick-

nia, four bands, talented artists, lo-

et booklet allows you to map out your

cal restaurants, beer and cocktails,

route with stops in between for other

culinary demos from North Texas

fun and food! ChestnutSquare.org

culinary experts, a play zone for

Stonebridge Ranch Country Club

kids, grape stomping competitions

Pros4Care is dedicated to raising the

and 60-plus boutiques and shops!

awareness of prostate cancer and

McKinneyWineFestival.com

funds for a cure in cooperation with the Prostate Cancer Foundation.

More than $250,000 so far! Starting in the propane gas industry in 2006, Pros4Care now has support from several industries. Pros4Care’s goal is

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Join us for a family-friendly fall celebration! We’re starting the festivities with the MONSTER DASH 5K at 9

Chestnut Square

a.m. Plan your costume and purchase

knowledge and support to fight pros-

This is a 2-hour flashlight tour of 4-5

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tate cancer. Eventbrite.com

of the historic homes at Chestnut

out. There will be great food, live

Square. Hear their histories, who

music, hayrides, a pumpkin patch, a

lived there, how they lived and the

petting zoo, costume contests, more

ghostly hauntings that happened.

than 60 boutiques and shops and of

The tour starts at the school house

course, plenty of delicious cold beer!

which is on the northeast side. Chil-

Facebook.com/McKinneyFallFestival

to help survivors/families to have the

12 SHARE THE LOVE AWARDS GALA Piazza on the Green

dren 12-17 must be accompanied by

This event celebrates God’s goodness to

an adult. ChestnutSquare.org

Livable Arrangements and the wonderful volunteers and donors who have supported their mission. All proceeds benefit their HomeFitters program, providing home accessibility remodel services for people of all ages living with physical disabilities at no cost. Eventbrite.com

13 HEART TO HEART VOLLEYBALL/ THROWBALL TOURNAMENT FOR KERALA FLOODS The Beach at Craig Ranch

22 REBUILDING FOR HEROES GOLF TOURNAMENT

28 CHILDREN’S ADVOCACY CENTER OF COLLIN COUNTY ANNUAL TEDDY BEAR RIDE IKEA Frisco

Stonebridge Ranch Country Club

Join nearly 1,000 motorcycle riders

Rebuilding Together North Texas

for this one-of-a-kind fundraiser and

helps veterans and veteran widows,

awareness event, Teddy Bear Ride.

ensuring them a safe, healthy and

Bikers ride across Collin County to

decent home. Includes time to warm

deliver their all-important passengers,

up, have lunch, get a free custom-fit-

new teddy bears. These precious

ted glove, play 18 holes and awards

bears will make their way into the arms

dinner. A silent auction will be offered.

of children served by the Center. This

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family-friendly event includes food,

For experienced players and beginners.

bike games, music, vendors and more.

You can either register a 4-person

CACCollinCounty.org/teddybear2018

team or sign up individually and be put on a team. All proceeds will be used to help families affected by the floods with a focus on children’s needs.

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26-27 LEGENDS OF MCKINNEY GHOST WALK Chestnut Square

This is a self-guided, self-paced Ghost

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Walk throughout Chestnut Square

We are always accepting submissions

Historic Village and the downtown

for events you'd like to see included

McKinney Square. Ticket booklets

in our Calendar section. Submis-

provide maps of the sites. Story-

sions are accepted via the Contact

Adriatica

tellers at each site share the leg-

Us

The event will feature more than

ends! Spooky fun and refreshments

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LOCAL’S CHOICE

ZIN ZEN WINE BISTRO

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NESTLED IN THE ADRIATICA VILLAGE IS ZIN ZEN WINE BISTRO. Offering a superior experience for lunch, dinner, Sunday brunch or just an evening out to listen to great music, this cozy little spot will become a favorite.

The owners, Randy and Regina Reed, had been fans of Zin Zen and noticed that the bistro was up for sale.

Previously, Randy had owned a marketing company and until recently, Regina had been an educator. The story goes that they woke up a month after learning of the sale as owners of this great venue.

There are unique little corners and sections from which to choose to sit. Comfort seems to be a major factor for the patrons. From the lounge, also known as the Zen Den, where their son proposed to his lady, to the sofas and chairs near the live music stage, you won’t find a bad seat in the house.

The food is outstanding, the bar is stocked with more than 80 different wines, and the service is always with a smile.

Randy and Regina say the best thing about owning Zin Zen is getting to interact with the customers, of which many have become good friends. They also appreciate their luck in having the 15 employees that handle their responsibilities so well.

Be sure and check out their daily specials, the wine club and the new lockers where you can store your own collection of beverages.

Arrive early to secure a seat for the live music sets Thursday through Saturday—the place fills up fast!

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