Fort Worth Magazine - April 2010

OUR HOSPITAL AWARD WINNING.

Plaza Medical Center of Fort Worth congratulates our top doctors. This recognition demonstrates that when you dedicate yourself to making remarkable advances in the complex world of subspecialty medicine, people notice. That’s why Plaza Medical Center is a national award winner.

Plaza is the only hospital in Fort Worth to be recognized with four prestigious awards from the Joint Commission on Accreditation of Healthcare Organizations. Plaza also recently received the Texas Workforce Commission Employer of the Year award.

But our greatest honor doesn’t come just from awards. It comes from helping people live happier, healthier lives through cutting-edge diagnostic treatment and exceptional patient care. For accomplishments that are worthy of recognition, our patients and physicians think Plaza first.

Sheltered in Care

For most parents, bringing a child into the world is a beautiful memory, but for others it is a battle of emotions, confusion and possible loss. Cook Children’s Medical Center is there to help. – by Gail Bennison

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6 Contributors

8 Feedback 10 Publisher’s Letter

88 Goodwill » The annually held event, Fiesta de Oro, will raise funds to benefit the Lena Pope Home and honor long-time board member Marty Leonard for 50 years of dedicated work. by JoAnna Sargent

90 Goodwill » The Tarrant County division of March of Dimes has big plans to improve the lives of Fort Worth pregnant mothers and their babies as they host the 2010 March for Babies walk. by Anahita Kalianivala

92 Goodwill » Gladney Center for Adoption is an internationally renowned adoption agency that has been serving local and far-reaching populations for the past 120 years.by Anahita Kalianivala

94 Diners and Dives » Doing What You Love Isn’t Good Enough.

96 Anchor’s Outtakes » Steve Pickett: Stories of Haiti

98 PG Suggested » Something Has to Go in a Crowded Life

100 Heywood » Side Effects May Occur

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14 Lowdown » The cheat sheet for all news worth repeating in and around Tarrant County

Fantasy inspired fashions for spring A peek inside new culinary ventures in and around town

44 Cooking » Polenta on a Board: Taking a few liberties with a traditional Italian dish. by Judie Byrd departments

18 Business » The latest on Fort Worth’s business climate, power

The backstory behind the people and events that shaped our city 219

players and entrepreneurs, as well as Q&As with industry leaders

24 Arts and Culture » A look inside the world of performing arts, museums, local artists and musicians

28 Issues » Relevant matters in the community

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34 Style » Fantasy inspired fashions for spring. by Kelly Dragues

38 Health & Beauty » Spring brings the warmth of the sun, and your skin should be ready to make its debut. by Lauren Farrelly

40 Active Lifestyle » Check out the best places to pump your pedals and pound the pavement. by Lauren Farrelly

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Behind the ropes and on the red carpet, the photos of the personali-

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Steve Pickett: Stories of Haiti

ties and parties that have everyone talking

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From the must-see live concert to the highly esteemed art exhibit, a month of events worth checking out

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220 Now Open » A peek inside new culinary ventures in and around town

222 Restaurant Review » Our resident critic dishes on the area’s most notable restaurants

224 Restaurant Listings » The most sought-after restaurant guide to navigate Fort Worth’s growing dining scene

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Steve Jacob has written a health policy column for the Fort Worth Star-Telegram since 2005 and has been a publisher of newspapers, magazines and niche publications for more than 20 years. He’s left the newspaper now, which is why we were able to turn to him for the inaugural of an occasional feature we are calling FWIssues. To see Jacob’s contribution to this issue, turn to page 28. He holds master’s degrees in journalism and business administration from Indiana University and a master’s degree in health policy and management from the University of North Texas. He was awarded the 2008 Public Health Award for media excellence by the Texas Public Health Association for his commentary on Texas health policy, and also won an award from the Texas medical Association for a column on obesity in Texas. His columns have been distributed nationally by the mcClatchy Tribune News Service.

Anna Philpot is a freelance writer and editor now based in Santa Fe, Nm. Her work has appeared in Celebrated Living, Fort Worth Child, Parenting and Virtuoso Life magazines, among others. Her article this month on sex trafficking discusses the effort to deal with this issue and with human trafficking in Fort Worth, where the mix of transportation channels offers a tempting opportunity to those who would prey on the less fortunate. To find out more, turn to page 58. Anna is fascinated with the publishing industry and recently began assisting literary agent Irene Webb. Whenever possible, she hikes the Sangre de Cristo mountains with her husband, two daughters and Great Pyrenees, mozart. She also enjoys cooking, learning about wine and reading.

Lisa Gail Barnes is a freelance writer, public relations professional and event planner and active in publishing across the metroplex. She is the assignments editor for Dallas City Magazine, a publication of the Turtle Creek News and is editor for the Papyrus, a publication of the North Texas middle eastern Dance Association. She’s the Fort Worth Nightlife examiner for examiner. com. See her interview of fabric artist Boots Bailey on page 18. Barnes graduated from Texas Christian University in the spring of 2000 with a degree in advertising/public relations. Shortly after, she became a Youth Community educator for the Women’s Shelter of Arlington, where she lectured to hundreds of metroplex youth about the dangers of dating violence, prejudice and bullying. She served for five years as director of communication for Fort Worth Sister Cities International before starting her own company, Barnes Professional Services, in 2008. She and her husband, Kirk, live in Fort Worth.

Sean Chaffin is a freelance writer living in rockwall, Texas. He owned the Rockwall Express newspaper for five years and is a graduate of Texas A&m University with degrees in journalism and english. His writing interests include travel, history, sports, adventure and gambling. That last is what led him to the Top o’ the Hill casino site in Arlington. His article starts on page 68. In 2009, Sean became the senior writer and editor for mosaicBrazil.com/ wordpress, a companion blog to the Sounds of Brazil national radio program. He has a deep interest in Latin America and South America and teaches high school Spanish as well. Along with his wife and 4-year-old daughter, they spend as much time at the beach as possible. For more information about Sean or to contact him, visit seanchaffinfreelancing.com.

Do you have a story idea for the magazine or are you interested in writing for us? If so, please send all inquiries, queries or story ideas to Paul K. Harral, executive editor, at pharral@fwtexas.com.

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Only Part of the Story

The “Our Carswell” article (March 2010) was a fine review of the past and a very polished PR coverage of the 301st Wing (not 301st Squadron) but lazy reporting missed the real picture of the Joint Reserve Base as it really is today. Not to take away anything from the 301st being a very fine fighter unit, but it is far from being the only fine flying or support unit on that base.

The article missed the big picture entirely. The Navy is the host and commands the base with Marine, Navy and Air National Guard flying units, U.S. Air Force 10th Air Force head shed, Navy command units and all of the base support services that let those guys do their job.

Editor’s Note: The writer had nothing to do with the pictures and layout of the article. We were referred to the 301st when we asked for permission to shoot flight operations. We’re well aware of the other units that fly out of the base.

The Other Part

A salute to writer Courtney Dabney for her excellent article “Historic Carswell/Modern Warfare” in the March issue. Her opening lines about aviators really hit home to me since I am married to a retired fighter pilot. Dabney captured the allure and mystique that military aviators hold over the rest of us who don’t live life on the edge of the envelope. Her article was informative and a fun read. And she reminded those of us who were children of the Cold War that we learned to “duck and cover” during Civil Defense

I am very surprised that you did not catch and correct the half-way reporting job. —Hank Smyth, USAF military aviator (Retired), Southlake On the WEB

drills at school. — Kathleen M. Rodgers, Colleyville Editor’s Note: Rodgers is author of The Final Salute: Together We Live On, a novel about fighter pilots and military families.

Butterflies Need Support, Too

Wow! Thank you and your team for the spectacular coverage of "Butterflies in the Garden" in the March issue. Because of the magazine's high-production value, the image of the Scarlet Mormon should inspire people to come to the exhibit, which will be a good thing since proceeds

will benefit the public education and environmental projects of the Fort Worth Botanical Society and the Botanical Research Institute of Texas.

Thanks again for the coverage, and thanks, too, for the support that the magazine gives the nonprofit organizations in our community. It really helps them advance their missions. — Bill Lawrence, Fort Worth

Super Bowl Coverage

Rosie and I are elated with the February issue and the “regional” yet “clearly Fort Worth”

message it contained. This effort required a balanced story, which still allowed us to put our best foot forward.

Great job. — Mike Moncrief, mayor, Fort Worth

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Prêt-á-Porter: Kelly Dragues, fashion editor, has been at it again, shopping up a storm and spreading the word on the current trends for spring. Visit fwtx.com to see behind-the-scenes footage of our spring fashion shoot.

Best of 2010: In order to create our 10th annual

Best Of Fort Worth listing, we need your help to comb the city and find the best margaritas, most luxurious spas and finest boutiques. Log on to fwtx.com to cast your vote for Fort Worth’s finest through April 8. The results will be in our June issue.

The Rest of the Story: For more information on the stories "Out of the Dark," and "Sheltered in Care," visit fwtx.com.

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Maybe it’s the Water.

Although we are technically in a modern-day recession, it pales in comparison to the Great Depression that began on Oct. 29 — Black Tuesday — in 1929.

Today we complain that we had to cut back our $5 Starbucks’ double lattes to only three a week and gripe because the country club raised its dues by 5 percent. With the exception of maybe Ebby Halliday, who turns 100 this year, most of us have never known someone first hand who had to stand in line for a government ration of bread and cheese. Because we have not experienced real hard times first hand, most of us don’t appreciate how good we have it.

You would think that because we have been so successful over the last 50 years that we would be giving more time and money to our churches and other non-profit charities.

Unfortunately, the opposite is true. It’s a myth that the people with the most money are the most generous. You’d think they’d be. After all, the rich should have the most to spare. But while the rich do give more in overall dollars, according to a Social Capital Community Benchmark Survey, people at the lower end of the income scale give almost 30 percent more of their income. Our society tells us that if we have worked hard and put in the time, then we deserve what we have, which, for many, makes it harder to part with it.

No one works harder to get where they are than doctors, having to complete at least eight years of post-high school education and a number of additional years as low paid residents. Using the aforementioned reasoning, you could argue that doctors would find it harder to part

with their time and money than anyone. But, this is Fort Worth, consistently ranked in the top five most generous U.S. metropolitan areas. So, it’s not surprising that many Fort Worth doctors buck that trend and contribute considerable amounts of money and time helping those less fortunate.

Maybe it’s the water?

Dr. Bill Ranelle and his daughter, Dr. Ann Ranelle, with Fort Worth Eye Associates travel to Jimenez, Mexico, for a week every year, giving back to those less fortunate. They work with a local Mexican optometrist and ophthalmologist and operate on the poor who cannot afford the operations. This year, they did 45 cataract surgeries and six strabismus operations.

Dr. Ric Bonnell, an ER physician at Cook Children’s Medical Center and his wife, Dr. Wendy Bonnell, a pediatrician in Granbury, have been volunteering medical services with an organization called Project Haiti for several years now.

As soon as word of the devastating earthquake reached the Bonnells, they started making plans to travel to Haiti to assist in the medical relief effort. With the help of Ric’s brother, Jon Bonnell, who got local private plane owners to donate their planes, the Bonnells coordinated an effort to transport numerous medical teams into and out of Haiti.

In this issue we celebrate the top doctors in Fort Worth as voted on by other doctors. I want to congratulate each of them for being the top in their respective specialties. I would also like to honor those doctors, like the Ranelles and the Bonnells, who buck the national trend and give back with more, not less, of both their money and time.

Creating Irresistible Smiles in Fort Worth Since 1985

Your smile is more than just a response; it’s the symbol of your personality and the centerpiece to your overall look. As a pioneer in the field of cosmetic dentistry, Dr. Mitch Conditt combines technical skill with artistic vision to create a smile that will represent who you are and fit your lifestyle aspirations. An instructor to thousands of dentists from all over the world, Dr. Conditt takes a great deal of pride in having built a practice where patients—like you—feel rejuvenated simply because of the amount of care and experience that has been invested in their personal smile needs.

Contact Dr. Conditt’s practice today to schedule your smile consultation. We are ready to help you start the journey to a smile that is unlike any other.

Musical Exchange

TCU faculty musicians went to China to perform a chamber music concert at Shanghai Concert Hall. .For more, turn to page 24.

Ready, Set,

GRO!

From humble recording beginnings in their church basement to scaling Billboard’s Adult Top 40 chart for their single “Come On,” Fort Worth’s very own five-piece, all-male pop/rock band, Green River Ordinance, seems to be undergoing a sky-rocketing experience in the music world.

The band has recently taken part in the exclusive AT&T Team USA Soundtrack that will raise funds to support Team USA athletes as they advance their dream of competing in the 2010 Winter Olympic Games.

GRO’s song “Rise Up” will be featured on the soundtrack (now available exclusively via the iTunes Store) along with tracks from world-renowned recording artists — Honor Society, Mariah Carey, Hoobastank, David Banner, Rascal Flatts, Sugarland and more — in hopes of producing a collaborative sense of inspiration for Team USA, along with sports and music fans across the country.

Through patience, persistence, practice and support from locals, the band landed an opening in Dallas for Bon Jovi in 2006. That led to more openings and tours with bands like Collective Soul, Hanson, Third Eye Blind, Blue October, Tonic, Simple Plan, American idol’s David Cook and Gavin McGraw, just to name a few.

Recognitions as The Best New Band of 2003 by the Fort Worth Weekly, Top Unsigned Band in the World in 2006, and Song of the Year at the Fort Worth Music Awards were all just stepping stones to their deal with EMI/Virgin Records that came about in 2007. And from there — the rest is history.

Though they may resemble your average rock band, these young men are highly developed, engaging and musically bright. They’ve got a one-mind agenda to create music that is dynamic, clean, positive and witty — and they know how to do it.— Davisha Hardamon

Natural Selection

The Tarrant County College board of trustees voted 6-0 to select interim Chancellor Erma Johnson Hadley as the sole finalist for her current position. Hadley was named interim in June of 2009 when Chancellor Leonardo de la Garza decided to step down.

Hadley began her career with TCC in 1968 as a business instructor. Since then, the college has dramatically grown in both enrollment and campus real estate.

Last fall the college opened the Trinity River Campus on the site of the previous Radio Shack headquarters.

Though the cost of the downtown location was controversial, the Trinity River Campus has helped increase enrollment for this current spring semester over last fall semester, something that no one can recall ever happening in TCC’s history. With most colleges, it is typical to see a drop in the spring semester because of dropouts and

transfers. However, TCC’s enrollment at the beginning of this spring was 45,323, which was 2.2 percent higher than the fall enrollment and 6.1 percent over the previous spring enrollment. With increased enrollment and a new campus, Hadley will also have to deal with current problems ranging from possible budget cuts to limited parking. We wish her good luck with the possible turmoil that will bring –Carlton Alexander

Summer’s Coming

If you’re a resident, you know what that means. If you don’t, it can’t be explained easily so we guess you’ll just have to wait.

You might consider contemplating that at 8.0 in Sundance Square under the new, well, covering, for the popular spot’s patio.

You have some time to do that. The popular bar and restaurant has extended its leave in Sundance for an additional five years. Not that we were worried, you understand, but good to hear nevertheless.

It’s not exactly a canopy.

Sundance President and CEO Johnny Campbell calls it a “lightweight and semitransparent.”

Whatever it is, it will provide protection from the sun on 8.0’s popular patio. Rain, too, although before this spring, we might have argued that there wasn’t all that much to protect from.

8.0 has been in downtown Fort Worth for 15 years.

Owner Shannon Wynne says it will allow booking of live music events without fear of bad weather.

You might want to define “bad,” here, but you get the point.

And like just about every other entertainment venue in the area, Wynne is thinking ahead. It might be a major hot spot for outdoor Super Bowl events.

The canopy/covering (transparent and flexible roof?) will be above the trees but Campbell assures folk that it will not interfere with them. – Fort Worth, Texas staff

Lucrative Livestock

On Feb. 6, 2010, the annual Junior Sale of Champions at the Fort Worth Stock Show proved to be very fruitful for its youth exhibitors. With more than $2.7 million made in the sale of 286 head of livestock, this year easily beat out the standing record of $2.3 million set in the 2007 sale. A considerable portion of that amount was spent on both the grand champion and reserve champion steer, each going for around $200,000. When many of the young sellers were asked what they plan on doing with their newfound fortunes, college education seemed to be the common answer. – Carlton Alexander

Resident Melodies

Y’all other contestants better watch out! We are fixin’ to win this one.

In the ninth season of American Idol, five of the 24 semifinalists claim their hometown to be in Texas, more than from any other state.

Of those, three contestants came from Tarrant County. Todrick Hall, a 24-year-old was born in Plainview but grew up in Arlington where he graduated from Bowie High School in 2003. Since then, he has performed on cruise ships and in theme parks.

Fort Worth resident, Casey James, 27, is easy on the eyes and plays both the guitar and mandolin and has been a full-time musician since he was 17.

The youngest of the contestants from Tarrant County is 19-year-old Alex Lambert, a senior at Richland High School who has been singing for the past ten years.

Tarrant County could be well on its way to claiming another top spot in the American Idol competition, its first since Kelly Clarkson from Burleson, who won in the show’s first season. — Sara Neal

“Boots” is certainly the perfect nickname for you now as you create wearable western art and cowboy boot Christmas stockings, but how did you originally earn this nickname? It started when I was little. I had a pair of cowboy boots, and I loved them so much that I hated to take them off to go to bed at night, so my father started calling me “Boots,” and it caught on. It’s just a coinci- dence that I married a man whose last name went so well with the nickname and that I began creating western art.

Stocking Up

by Lisa Gail Barnes

You graduated from college with a degree in graphic arts. Did you begin immediately creating wearable art? My first job was with Goldsmith’s department store in Memphis, Tenn., and I was a fashion illustrator for them. I would draw the clothes that they wanted to adver-

product line and where do you derive your inspiration today for the belts, handbags and Christmas stockings you create? In the early ’70s, I took a six-week course in macramé and, at the end of the course, we had to complete a project, so I chose to create a handbag.

skins into your products? I was working as a realtor for a few years, and there was a woman in my office whose husband worked for one of the major western-wear companies. He had a scrap bag of exotic skins, and his wife wanted to throw them out, but I convinced her to give them to me instead. I was in heaven because I loved working the colors and textures into collages.

"My first job was with Goldsmith’s department store in Memphis, Tenn., and I was a fashion illustrator for them. I would draw the clothes that they wanted to advertise in the paper."

tise in the paper. After that, I quit art for a while, as life got in the way with marriage and children. My husband was offered a job here in Fort Worth and with more time on my hands, I joined a community art group and began watercolor paintings, but I always loved functional art and especially wearable art.

Who or what first gave you the idea for your

I enjoyed it so much that I began making them for my friends. It was my first experience in how things can mushroom on you because by that Christmas I was making 100 of them.

Many of your products feature your trademark collage-style combinations of needlepoint and animal skins. How did you begin incorporating leather, suede and exotic

You have designed traditional as well as western-style Christmas stockings for Neiman Marcus. How did you make that connection, and how receptive were their merchandisers to your cowboy boot stocking line? One Christmas when we had the entire family together, I began to notice that some of our Christmas stockings were tattered, so I decided to create a new stocking for everyone. After that, I began working on some very elegant traditional stockings with brocade, silk, gold rope trim and tassels, and I had not seen anything like it anywhere else at the time. I had a friend who had a connection at Neiman Marcus in Dallas at the main store, and he introduced me to a person in merchandising. She loved my line of Christmas stockings, and we made an agree ment that they would carry them in all of their stores, nationwide. We sold those for one year, and over the course of that year, I had become very interested in west ern attire, so I created some cowboy boot stockings using animal skins and western designs and showed them to that same merchandiser.

The name of your company is Boots

Bailey Designs Inc. How do you market your company and where can people purchase your products? My needlepoint products are sold wholesale to shops, and I primarily market my business through the industry market shows I attend. I do trunk shows for shops and my wholesale Web site (bootsbailey.com) is being developed to further market the business. Locally there is a needlepoint store called The French Knot where

you can purchase my designs.

How has Fort Worth’s western heritage and rich cowboy culture impacted your creations? I am a docent at both the Kimbell and the Modern, which gives me another way to experience art. Of course, I can visit the Stockyards to get the full Fort Worth cowboy experience. Fort Worth has such a mixture of culture, which makes it an inspirational and exciting place to live.

Health at Hand

Is your toddler a little accident-prone? There’s an app for that. On Feb. 12, Cook Children’s Medical Center released an iPhone application for parents to gain instant access to pediatric information. One of the first such apps to be provided by a hospital like Cook Children’s, KidsCheckup is free to download and has numerous features about children’s health for the concerned parent.

The app’s topics cover general health, medical conditioning, positive parenting, feelings and emotions, what to do in different medical situations, whether the injury or condition is an emergency, and questions and answers.

The “Is This an Emergency and What Do I Do?!” sections have recommended treatments for injuries ranging from common bug bites to broken bones and other more serious impairments. Articles in the “Medical Conditions” section provide information on preventative measures and early warning signs for allergies, diseases and other unforeseen maladies.

The app also provides maps, department phone numbers, general information and photo galleries to more than 50 Cook Children’s locations. This means that parents can now more quickly diagnose, provide initial treatment, and know how to get to the closest hospitals when their kids need medical attention. – Carlton Alexander

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And We’re Surprised?

If corporate recruItment for relocatIon and expansIon were a category In the recently completed wInter olympIcs, dallas/fort worth would have just won a bronze.

And last month, Site Selection magazine rated Dallas/Fort Worth as America’s third-best market for new and expanded corporate facilities in 2009. That is in recognition of recruiting success in a 12-county metropolitan area.

Site Selection goes to 44,000 executives involved in those kinds of decisions, so its ranking is important for areas interested in attracting new or expanding businesses.

“For DFW to be on the pedestal with top tier metros New York and Chicago — and to be the top metro area in Texas and in the entire South — is a tribute to the region’s economic development team players and to the superior product that we call the Metroplex,” David Berzina, economic development executive vice president, Fort Worth Chamber, said in a release from the chamber.

In 2009, 135 qualified companies selected DFW as the site for expansion and/or relocation. Last year, the region landed new and expanded corporate facilities by industry leaders Advanced H2O, Alcon, Cisco, Coaire Corporation, Kohler and Q-Edge, among others.

Site Selection’s annual ranking of top states and metropolitan markets is based on an analysis of new facilities and expansions that demonstrate a capital investment of at least $1 million, creation of 50 or more jobs, and/or the leasing or building of at least 20,000 square feet of new space. — Fort Worth, Texas staff

Under New Management

Two local CBSowned TV stations have a new head honcho. Gary Schneider was named president and general manager of CBS 11 and TXA 21, Peter Dunn, president of CBS Television, announced.

“Gary has for several years played a key role in driving the growth of both stations’ ratings, revenue and community service, and we look forward to having him continue to do an outstanding job with the strong team we have in place in DallasFort Worth,” Dunn said.

Schneider joined CBS in 2002 as general manager and vice president of a CBS-owned station in Austin. He has been senior vice president and station manager at CBS 11 and TXA 21 since 2004.

Schneider said he looks forward to working with the staff, clients and community, as well as with the local CBS Radio sister stations. — Sara Neal

Full Force

Concussion, a local advertising agency defined by its innovative style and bold marketing approach, received significant recognition at this year’s ADDY Awards. The American Advertising Association honored the company with 82 total awards during the ceremony — more than any other company.

Founders Allen Wallach and Andrew Yanez stress developing a unique advertising strategy for each client. One of their main areas of expertise is casino marketing, with the Choctaw and Route 66 Casinos among current clients. Other companies that have utilized Concussion’s services include the Fort Worth Transportation Authority (The T), the North Texas Clean Air Coalition, the Fort Worth Zoo, and the Plaza Medical Center of Fort Worth.

From 2001, the company has thrived, and its recent accolades may indicate an even brighter future. — JoAnna Sargent

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Universal Language

Horned Frog faculty musicians venture long distances to make music in Shanghai, Shenyang and Beijing.

In December, TCU sent a contingent of faculty musicians on a 10-day trip to China in response to an invitation for TCU faculty to perform a chamber music concert at Shanghai Concert Hall.

The concert Dec. 19 was an inspired program that featured romantic-era works as well as new music written by two of TCU’s own composers.

But the group also visited some of the nation’s top music conservatories, where they presented concerts, gave master classes and met at length with school officials in Shanghai and Shenyang to pave the way for future music faculty and student exchanges.

The trip was led by TCU School of Music Director Richard Gipson and his wife Ann, together with Yuan Xiong Lu, who is originally from Shanghai and is now on faculty at TCU. Lu acted as both liaison and interpreter for the group.

While TCU’s music program has trained many pianists from China and has built a presence in the country already, Gipson says that the school’s appointment of Lu as professor of double bass bolstered the TCUChina connection.

“Lu has a tremendous reputation in China, and he was able to get our faculty’s names in front of those at Shanghai Concert Hall, who ultimately extended the invitation to perform,” says Gipson.

Also traveling from Fort Worth were music professors Jesús CastroBalbi, José Feghali, Misha Galaganov, John Owings, Curt Thompson and Gary Whitman.

In addition to their musical endeavors, the group held press conferences and attended elaborate banquet dinners hosted by the Chinese universities, giving the travelers an authentic taste of Chinese cuisine and hospitality, as well as much-improved chopstick skills.

Following local custom, the TCU contingent came to meetings and master classes bearing token gifts from home for the fac-

ulty and students they met — TCU CDs, pecan pralines and rosin for the string players.

Interpreters helped with communication, although not everything came through perfectly.

“It was difficult to translate the term ‘pinky-power’ into Chinese; it’s an exercise I use to demonstrate clarinet hand position,” says professor Gary Whitman, adding that in spite of such small lapses, the group shared the feeling that the music transcended language and cultural differences.

“Everywhere we went, we were treated like honored guests,” says piano professor John Owings, whose wife, also a pianist, joined him on the trip.

“The conservatory students I taught and the young children Cordelia taught were all extremely appreciative and responsive.”

Gipson says that sitting down with faculty and administrators from Shanghai Normal University and the Shenyang Conservatory of Music went a long way toward building a level of trust and comfort that’s harder to achieve long-distance.

“We all really are dedicated to the same things: making beautiful music and growing great musicians. Here at TCU, many of our faculty work with Chinese students who were raised and studied in the cities and music schools we visited. It gave us a much better understanding and appreciation of them and their background,” says Gipson.

“We have already scheduled auditions for some students we met on the trip. We hope to take the TCU Symphony Orchestra to China in 2011 to perform a series of concerts for and with our Chinese counterparts, who will then in turn visit us in 2012. The world becomes a much smaller place when we literally shake hands with our counterparts on the other side of the world.”

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Peak Potential

Ambition, usually coupled with a desire to change, is something many of us have on paper but few of us show on a day-to-day basis.

by Anahita Kalianivala

In his new book Activating Your Ambition, Mike Hawkins stresses the importance of action and trains readers to recognize opportunities for change and growth in their lives. Hawkins, a graduate of Southwest High School in Fort Worth, founded Alpine Link Corp. The company offers management consulting, leadership development and sales improvement. Both personal and professional successes led Hawkins to compose this 314-page book that serves as a resource to those looking to reach their peak potential.

Structured like most other selfimprovement books, Ambition is broken up into simple, easy-todigest sections, beginning with “Developing the Mind-set.” Here, Hawkins introduces his eight, admittedly timeless, principles of activation. He acknowledges that though they may not be revolutionary, they are certainly valuable.

He also provides readers with refreshing, honest material. For example, Hawkins addresses common doubts and delves into the age-old nature vs. nurture debate. He answers this by claiming that humans were meant to change but some changes will come easier than others. Most importantly, those who want to activate their ambition must believe change is possible.

Hawkins explains the significance of possessing the ability to change. This begins with a deep awareness of oneself. He encourages readers to gain such insight by knowing their strengths and weaknesses and listening to what others think of them. All these indepth, and often intimidating, topics are dealt with in a fluid, con-

cise manner. Hawkins generates confidence from readers and gives them motivation to take these difficult steps toward achieving their ambitions.

Developing one’s own motivation also is fundamental to taking action, and Hawkins outlines many proactive steps to do so.

Glancing over the chapter titles, it is easy to tell that Hawkins appreciates order and logic. He begs the same of the readers who follow his method, guiding them first to identify goals, then to outline steps towards them, and, finally, to prepare for the desired reality by reserving time for the cause.

He also guides readers through the difficult examination of their goals. If their goals are not practical, they will never see a successful outcome. Also, it is important to recognize, even once someone has started working toward a goal, when it is time to give up. Hawkins says, “Quitting is an acceptable solution as long as it is not an excuse.”

Interweaving client, personal and even locally based success stories, Hawkins delivers a wellrounded presentation of evidence for his technique. He is careful to remind readers that success takes effort: “Laziness causes health problems, both mental and physical. If these are your goals, keep slacking.”

One final piece of guidance Hawkins offers is to make the changes normal. He wants readers to not only break old habits, but also to form new ones.

It’s About Pretending

In the almost empty 100 acres that used to be the Fort Worth Gun Club, you might expect to see trees, a herd of deer, or other wildlife. But not, most likely, an outdoor theatre.

“We are outdoors, and we have this beautiful wooden stage and you look up and around and there are trees and the stars and the moon,” said Diane Simon, producer of Hip Pocket Theatre.

Simon founded Hip Pocket Theatre with her husband Johnny Simon (both TCU alumni) and a man named Douglas Balentine in 1976. The company produces mostly original work, written and directed by Johnny Simon.

“When we first started it was like the money we had in our hip pocket,” she said, explaining its unique name.

Coming from such humble origins, Hip Pocket Theatre has grown over the years with an ever-increasing loyal following.

It’s become a “theater family tree kind of thing,” said Simon.

Locals who grew up watching Hip Pocket Theatre brought their children, said Simon, and their children brought children.

The loyalty of the audience could perhaps be attributed to the depth and simplicity of Hip Pocket Theatre’s productions.

“The whole thing is about pretending,” said Simon. “It’s almost like what children do. They take a towel and put it around their shoulders, and they are Superman.”

Last season, the theatre produced a play called White Elephant that, said Simon, was intended to be a meditation on death and eternal life, but generated many different responses from the audience.

After seeing the play, a young girl came back with her parents “with her own play that she had written in her own handwriting,” said Simon. “It was very sophisticated.”

In addition to a growing audience, Hip Pocket Theatre’s outreach programming has flourished as well. Among others, the theatre has worked with the Fort Worth Independent School District, the Boys and Girls Club, and Cook Children’s Medical Center.

Simon said Hip Pocket has been working with Cook Children’s Psychiatric Ward for years.

“Two teachers go over every weekend,” she said. “We do a wonderful drama program with them that turns out to be a way for them to express themselves using puppetry or storytelling. They wouldn’t otherwise have that expression.”

Currently, the theatre is in the middle of renovations to repair the stage and other equipment worn by the elements.

Dr. Robert Bourdage, the president of the board of directors, said the renovations will allow more variation for the directors.

“It’s going to enhance our abilities for putting on plays,” he said.

Bourdage said that performances will be on the main stage this summer regardless, but that the theatre hopes renovations will be complete before the summer. That depends on the timeliness of donations.

On April 17, Hip Pocket Theatre will be hosting its annual “Hip Pocket Full of Art” fundraiser, at which Johnny Simon will announce the schedule for the new season that begins in June. All proceeds will finance the productions of the theatre’s 34th season. — Sara Neal

fwbeat:issues

Meeting a Growing Shortage

Doctors tend to practice where they receive their graduate education, and that is in cities where those programs are available. Fort Worth has a chance to expand that availability.

Fort Worth is poised to acquire one of the most coveted of higher-education assets: its own medical school granting the M.D. degree.

It is the right move, at the right time and in the right location.

by Steve Jacob

The University of North Texas Health Science Center (UNTHSC) cleared its latest hurdle in November when the university’s board of regents approved its proposal to establish an M.D. program at its Camp Bowie Boulevard location. The school is now seeking preliminary funding, polishing its business plan and seeking commitments from area hospitals for medical student rotations and instruction. It is also attempting to tamp down the opposition of the osteopathic medical school’s alumni association.

The next step will be the blessing of the Texas Legislature during its next session beginning January. Barring unforeseen circumstances, the school should be able to graduate its first class in 2017.

The school’s Texas College of Osteopathic Medicine (TCOM) now offers a D.O. degree, annually producing an impressive percentage of primary-care physicians. Osteopathic and allopathic, or M.D., physicians can practice the full scope of medicine. Osteopaths take a more “holistic” approach to care, emphasizing prevention and relying on their hands to diagnose illness.

The state and national osteopathic physician organizations, in addition to the alumni association, have fought the creation of the M.D. program. The American Osteopathic Association has suspended funding to the school’s Osteopathic Research Center in protest.

The fear is that the new program would drain resources from the osteopathic curriculum.

Alumni pride is justified. TCOM students score the highest in the U.S. on standardized tests for osteopaths. The majority of residents remain in Texas after their residency. There is a strong tradition of producing

much-needed primary-care physicians.

But there is little evidence that the M.D. program will harm TCOM. Competitive and demographic forces dictate the school and the legislature look beyond wounded feelings. UNTHSC plans to keep the two schools separate administratively.

Fort Worth is the largest U.S. city without a M.D. program. School officials estimate the current facility pumps $600 million into the Fort Worth economy. According to the Association of American Medical Colleges, every dollar directly spent by a medical school generates an additional $1.30 in indirect economic development. A medical school employs a highly paid workforce and attracts medical technology and research dollars.

Aside from the M.D. program, UNTHSC plans to expand enrollment of its existing programs by 71 percent over the next four or five years — including TCOM. The center bought the defunct Osteopathic Medical Center property in 2005, expanding its campus footprint from 16 to 33 acres, to accommodate such growth.

The school’s existing physical plant and staff allows it to start and operate an M.D. program for an estimated $21.5 million during the first three years, compared to the customary $100-$150 million for creating a medical school.

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The proposed Fort Worth school is part of a national medical-school boomlet. About two dozen medical schools either have recently opened their doors or are under development.

U.S. medical officials are scrambling to produce enough physicians because medical schools produced too few in the 1980s and 1990s — when only one new medical school was established. Many qualified but rejected U.S. medical school applicants were forced to train in other nations or change career plans. The U.S. is now backfilling its shortages with foreign-trained or foreign-born physicians.

Meanwhile, the national health care landscape is daunting. Aging and health-conscious baby boomers are now entering a life stage that produces chronic conditions. A significant number of physicians will reach retirement age in the next five years — including nearly 22 percent in Texas. And health care reform — whether it happens this year or in the future — ultimately will usher newly insured patients into the system.

Texas ranks 42nd in the ratio of physicians to population, with 197 physicians per 100,000 residents compared to the U.S. average of 250. Texas also falls below the U.S. average in physician supply in 37 of 40 major medical specialties. Some of the specialty shortages include surgeons, emergency room physicians, geriatric and pediatric specialists to treat the old and the young, dermatologists and psychiatrists.

Texas medical schools are attempting to meet these shortages by increasing enrollment 30 percent by 2015. After medical school, physicians must complete graduate medical education (GME), or residency. GME slots have not grown along with the medical school slots. As a result, Texas spends an average of $200,000 to educate a new physician who must find an out-of-state residency and is likely to set up practice in another state.

The state legislature in 2009 approved an 18 percent increase in state support for GME, as well as a significant increase in support for family practice residency programs. A Fort Worth M.D.-conferring degree program likely would capture more of those newly created area-hospital GME slots.

Fort Worth, Texas and the nation need this new M.D. program. The 2017 graduating class cannot get here quick enough.

Connect the Dots

With Fort Worth’s population reaching an estimated 1 million residents by 2030, the city is pursuing funds to relieve congestion, provide a higher quality of life and improve air quality for years to come.

by Jennifer Casseday-Blair

Transportation is power. It affects the destiny of our city. Without a well-defined and smoothly functioning system of transit, Fort Worth and the surrounding area could face loss of business relocations and someday see a skyline shrouded in smog while locals spend more and more time sitting in traffic.

Since 1996, the city has played with the idea of commuter rail, light rail and streetcars, but it wasn’t until 2008 that the city would send council members to study successful streetcar systems in Portland, Seattle and Tacoma.

Fort Worth’s proposed streetcar system would have 20 miles of lines with a loop through downtown and connections to the south side and the Cultural District. Aside from moving residents around the city in a low-polluting way, streetcars have proven that they bring dense development along the lines.

Recently, Fort Worth and Dallas filed a joint application for a $96 million grant to go for both of the cities’ proposed streetcar projects. The U.S. Department of Transportation gave Big D $23 million, and Fort Worth zip.

The reason? Speculation ranges from partisan politics and vague proposals to the competing funding requests for the DFW Connector,

a highway project that will ease congestion between State Highway 114 and State Highway 121 near downtown Grapevine.

Receiving the most stimulus money of any proposal in the U.S., the DFW Connector will employ hundreds of Texans. Originally expected to take 10 years to complete, the construction period was recently reduced to just four years.

Fort Worth also came up empty handed after being denied funding to relieve congestion at Tower 55, one of the busiest railroad intersections in the nation. The requested $60.9 million would have gone to adding rail lines and making safety improvements to crossings near downtown. If the project had received funding, Union Pacific and BNSF railroads would have contributed another $32 million.

The city’s history with the railroad goes as far back as 1876 when the Texas and Pacific Railroad arrived, bringing a major boom in the cattle industry. Today the rail lines that intersect at Tower 55 are critical because they connect southern California with the East Coast, northern United States with the south, and

North America with Mexico.

This disruption of the flow of goods is not the only reason for concern. Air pollution also is an issue since idling locomotives sometimes are stalled as far as 50 miles out, waiting several hours to clear the interchange. All of this threatens economic development, and congestion will only get worse as time goes on.

With funding decreasing and costs on the rise, paying for improvements will require some creative efforts. Some options might be to allocate more funds to roadways and transit from state general funds, increase gas sales tax, better utilize public-private partnerships and increase use of tax increment financing districts.

Where Fort Worth did see some green was with the Southwest Parkway project, known also as Chisholm Trail. The 28-mile toll road from Fort Worth to Cleburne received a $20 million boost after an initial stimulus fund grant of $143 million.

Other initiatives include more pedestrian and bicycle connections. The goals of Bike Fort Worth, the city’s bicycle transportation plan, are to triple the number of bicycle commuters, decrease bicyclist related crashes and attain official designation as a Bicycle Friendly Community through the League of American Bicyclists. Don’t underestimate the importance of bike paths. People need convenient and safe access to other forms of transit in order for the whole system to be successful.

Faced with many transit issues, Fort Worth is going to need to be resourceful.

Mayor Mike Moncrief, in his State of the City address, acknowledged and showed the urgency of our coming mobility crisis: “North Texas requires a transportation overhaul. No more Band-Aids, no more patches — a complete overhaul!”

To view a Star-Telegram December 2007 video editorial on Tower 55, go to: nctcog.org/TRANS/spd/FreightRail/Tower55/video.asp

Rosalyn G. Rosenthal Easter Seals North Texas 9th

Colonial Country Club in Fort Worth, Texas

2010 Honorees

Karen Barlow • Helen Collins Epps

Linda Harman • Jo Hickman • Marty Norman

Honorary Chair

Special

Fashion, Flora, Fauna

Fantasy makes its mark on fashion this season with bright colors, creative prints and fun fabrics. Don't be afraid to be bold. To see more, turn the page.

On her:

Oscar de la Renta fuchsia knot dress, $2690, Neiman Marcus

Alexis Bittar wide jeweled mesh bracelet, $425, Neiman Marcus

Kenneth Jay Lane teal drop earrings, $75, Head Over Heels

On him:

Etro periwinkle circle shirt, $310, Neiman Marcus

Neiman Marcus blue plaid bow tie, $55, Neiman Marcus

Incotex purple flat front trouser, $295, Neiman Marcus

fwliving:style

Fashion Finds and trendsetters

Wear Me

Xhilaration floral dress worn as a skirt, $20, Target

Dkny Red tee with flower applique, $95, Neiman Marcus

Burning Torch by Karyn Craven striped organic cardigan, $142, A. Hooper & Co.

Cynthia Vincent zipper front wedge, $375, April Lane Shoes

Alexis Bittar thin lucite bracelet, $195, Neiman Marcus

Isbaryo lucite bracelet with stones, $340, Neiman Marcus

Totes red umbrella, $13, Target

fwliving:health & beauty

Under the Sun

Spring brings the warmth of the sun, and your skin’s appearance should be ready to make its debut. Winter weather leaves skin dull and dry. To ensure your skin will have that radiant glow, exfoliate, moisturize and protect with SPF.

Customized Skin Care

You are only five questions away from your personalized SPF recommendation. The Weather Channel’s Web site, weather.com, provides sun safety recommendations based on actual forecast conditions.

» When is the event?

» How long will it last?

» What is your skin type? (Type I-VI)

» What activity?

» What is your age group?

The American Academy of Dermatology recognizes six skin categories. Which one are you?

Always burns easily, never tans, extremely sun-sensitive skin » Redheaded, freckles, Celtic background

Usually burns easily, tans minimal-

ly, very sun-sensitive skin » Fairskinned, fair-haired, blue, green or gray eyes, Caucasians

Sometimes burns, tans gradually to light brown, sun-sensitive skin

» Average Caucasian skin

Burns minimally, always tans to moderate brown, minimally sunsensitive skin » Olive skin

Rarely burns, tans well, sun-insensitive skin » Brown skin

Never burns, suninsensitive skin

» Deeply pigmented skin including African Americans

THe AmeRICAN ACAdemY oF deRmAToloGY ReCommeNdS THAT, ReGARdleSS oF SkIN TYPe, A BRoAdSPeCTRUm (PRoTeCTS AGAINST UVA ANd UVB RAYS), WATeR- ReSISTANT SUNSCReeN WITH A SUN PRoTeCTIoN FACToR (SPF) oF AT le AST 30 SHoUld Be USed Ye ARRoUNd.

» even on a cloudy day, up to 80 percent of the sun’s ultraviolet rays can pass through the clouds.

» Sand reflects 25 percent of the sun’s rays.

» Snow reflects 80 percent of the sun’s rays.

Exfoliate

A » Loreal Go 360 Clean Deep Exfoliating Scrub, $5.99, Target. » With natural apricot seed powder and salicylic acid, this scrub cleans deeply with the Scrublet that pops in and out for convenient use. Also available in gel, lotion or cream formulas.

B » Clinique 7-Day Scrub Cream Rinse-Off Formula, $18, Dillard’s. » Winner of Allure magazine Reader’s Choice Award, this exfoliant will scrub away dry, flaky skin, leaving you with a polished complexion.

Moisturize and Protect

C » Jergens Natural Glow express Body Moisturizer, $7.99, Target; D » Jergens Natural Glow Daily Moisturizer, $11.99, Target; E » Jergens Soft Shimmer Skin Radiance Moisturizer, $8.00, Target. » Get a summertime glow without risking sun damage. These moisturizers with glow perfecting complex and subtle light reflectors promise a full shade of natural-looking color in just a few days.

F » Shiseido The Skincare Day Moisture Protection SPF 15, $40, Dillard’s. » Representative of Shiseido’s signature skincare line, this moisturizer nourishes skin while protecting against 93 percent of UVB rays.

Naila MD Skin System Defend SPF 20, $25, Texas Cosmetic Dermatology, 888-210An ultra lightweight SPF 20 with broad spectrum UVA and UVB protection that won’t clog pores or irritate delicate skin.

Naila MD Skin System Replenish, $25, Texas Cosmetic Dermatology, 888.210.9693. » Thirsty skin will appreciate this non-greasy moisturizer applied in the morning.

Cetaphil UVA/UVB Defense SPF 50 Facial Moisturizer, $12.99, Target. » Formulated for all skin types, but highly recommended for porcelain skin. Hydrate with the highest SPF available in a facial moisturizer.

fwliving:active lifestyle

by lauren farrelly

Course of Action

Check out the best places to pump your pedals and pound the pavement.

Whether you are a seasoned mountain biker or a leisure hiker, Fort Worth’s Trinity Trails and surrounding state parks offer an outdoor experience for everyone. Master the hills with the latest mountain bikes, streamlined and tough enough to handle the rugged terrain. Hikers can elevate their heart rates while exploring local trails through forests, and along rivers and scenic vistas.

Cleburne State Park » 5800 Park Road 21, Cleburne, Texas 76033 » More than five miles of technical and wooded trails with challenging terrain form a loop that includes treacherous downhills and fast smooth flats.

Cedar Hill » 1570 F.M. 1382, Cedar Hill, Texas 75104 » Cedar Hill is home to one of North Texas’ premier mountain bike trails named for the Dallas Off Road Biking Association. Mountain bikers built the 15-mile DORBA trail stretching over 1,200 acres so that other mountain bikers could enjoy an intense ride.

Eagle Mountain Park » 11601 Morris Dido Newark Road, Fort Worth, Texas 76179 » Nestled atop Eagle Mountain Lake, the remote, 400-acre park sprawls across six miles of a former ranch in northwest Tarrant County. Intentionally kept in a natural state, the park encourages hiking but does not permit biking.

Fort Worth Nature Center and Refuge » 9601 Fossil Ridge Road, Fort Worth, Texas 76135 » More than 20 miles of hiking trails stretch across 3,600 acres comprised of forests, prairies and wetlands. Located on the northwest side of Fort Worth, the refuge

neighbors the West Fork of the Trinity River. Naturalists lead nature hikes every Saturday, from 10 p.m. to noon.

River Legacy Parks » 701 N.W. Green Oaks Blvd. at Cooper Street, Arlington, Texas 76006 » Several acres on the Trinity River in North Arlington offer eight miles of paved trails winding through thick forest and expansive greenbelts.

Dinosaur Valley State Park » Northwest of Glen Rose in Somervell County » Known for preserving some of the best dinosaur tracks in the world, the park has 9.5 miles of hiking and mountain biking trails.

Lake Mineral Wells State Park & Trailway » 100 Park Road 71, Mineral Wells, Texas 76067 » Located on a railroad bed, the 20-mile trailway winds through farm and ranch lands ending in the downtown district of Mineral Wells.

Trinity Trails

Forest Park » University Drive and Colonial Parkway in Fort Worth » One of the trailheads is located in the park. If you need a break from the trails, visit the Log Cabin Village, miniature train in

fwliving:cooking

Polenta on a Board

Taking a few liberties with a traditional Italian dish.

One of my favorite comfort dinners to serve friends is polenta, creamy and cheesy, topped with braised sausage links, oven-roasted tomatoes, an interesting vegetable or two, and a good Italian salad. This meal brings friends together around a cozy table for a meal that’s meant to be relaxing and informal. In Italy, where I learned to cook polenta the old way, the warm, creamy mixture is poured directly onto the center of a wooden dinner table. Various toppings are piled on top, and everyone digs in eating, talking and laughing, until “all that is left is the clinking of the forks,” as they say.

I take creative liberties and serve the polenta on wooden cutting boards, which I use in place of dinner plates. The boards don’t need to match, and I’ve had fun collecting a variety of shapes and sizes. Offering the toppings in serving bowls makes it easy for everyone to choose what they like. Salad can be served either on separate plates or right on the boards with the rest of the meal. Visit fwtexas. com (look for Cooking with Judie Byrd) for the Rustic Bread Salad recipe. It’s perfect for this dinner.

There are several steps to this menu. Plan to prepare the toppings a day ahead so the day of your supper will run smoothly. Simply reheat each dish before serving. Only the polenta needs to be cooked directly before serving.

So pull out your wooden cutting boards, grab a box of polenta and have some dear friends in for a memorable evening.

Polenta: Cooked cornmeal, either coarse or medium grain, served either hot and creamy or refrigerated until firm, then sliced and fried in butter or olive oil until crispy on the outside and soft on the inside.

menu:

»Creamy Polenta with Cheese

»Beer-Braised Sausages

»Fennel, Mushrooms, and Asparagus

»Roasted Tomatoes with Feta

»web recipe: Rustic Bread Salad

Creamy POlenta with Cheese

yield: 8 generous servings

This is the only part of your menu that needs to be cooked at the last minute. If it begins to thicken before time to serve, stir in extra chicken stock to keep it pourable. You want it nice and loose (the consistency of oatmeal) so it can be spooned out onto the boards. The optional butter adds more flavor, but it can be left out and the dish is still heavenly.

inGredients:

2 1/2 cups chicken stock or more as needed

2 1/2 cups milk, whole or low-fat

1 cup polenta

4 tablespoons butter, optional

1 teaspoon salt or to taste

1/2 teaspoon white pepper

1/2 cup grated Asiago or Parmesan cheese

1. In a large cooking pot, bring the stock and milk to a boil. Slowly whisk in the polenta and keep whisking while the mixture simmers for about 5 minutes.

2. Remove from heat and stir in butter, if using, and salt and pepper to taste. Stir in cheese. and serve immediately.

fwliving:cooking

Beer-Braised sausages

Yield: 8 servings

I like to use the freshly-made sausage links from Central Market. Each link is about 1/41/3 pound. Choose beef, pork, lamb, or chicken or mix it up and have some of each.

iNgredieNTs:

2 tablespoons olive oil

2 large onions, sliced

About 4 pounds sausage links

12 ounces dark beer

1/2 teaspoon dried oregano

1. Place a large skillet with 1 tablespoon olive oil over medium-high heat. When hot, add onions. Cook and toss, using a flat-edged spatula, until browned around the edges. Remove browned onions and set aside.

2. Lower heat to medium and add another tablespoon of olive oil and the sausages to the skillet. You might need to cook in batches so the skillet isn’t crowded. Brown sausages on all sides. Add onions back in; add the beer and oregano. Stir slightly to get up any bits from the bottom of the skillet. Cover skillet and simmer 15 minutes. Serve hot.

dark Beer or light Beer? I love braising food with dark beer. The deep roasted barley flavors of dark beer work well with bold meat such as sausage. And its fruity, caramel tones are perfect with onions, bringing out their sweetness. Dark beer, sausage, and onions - perfect combination.

A light beer would work best in a beer batter for coating fried fish or vegetables since it would give a delicate crust. Beer bread would also be best with the milder tones of a light beer.

reheat: Place pan over medium heat and cook 20 - 30 minutes, stirring several times, until hot.

FeNNel, MushrooMs

aNd

asparagus

Yield: 8 servings

This hearty, earthy vegetable medley is also a wink at spring with the bright asparagus and fennel.

iNgredieNTs:

2 fennel bulbs

2 tablespoons olive oil

2 pounds portabella mushrooms

1 large shallot, finely chopped

2 cloves garlic, minced Salt and pepper to taste

1 pound fresh asparagus, cut into bite-size pieces

3/4 cup white wine

1. Trim fennel to within 1/4-inch of the bulbs, reserving some of the fronds for garnish. Cut bulbs in half and then cut crosswise into 1/2-inch slices. Cut

mushrooms into 1/2-inch slices. Set aside.

2. Add olive oil to a Dutch oven or large sauté pan over mediumhigh heat. When hot, add fennel, mushrooms, shallot, and garlic. Sprinkle with salt and pepper and sauté until fennel is tender. Remove everything to a large bowl and set aside. Add asparagus to the hot pan and sauté a few minutes until asparagus turns bright green. Add the fennel mixture back into the pan, along with the wine. Cook and stir a few minutes. Check for salt and pepper. Pile into a large serving bowl and top with chopped fennel fronds. Serve hot or at room temperature. reheat: Place pan over medium heat; cover and heat 30 minutes, stirring carefully several times, until hot.

roasTed ToMaToes wiTh FeTa

Yield: 8 servings

Oh, the delectable smells when you cook these tomatoes! A perfect topping for polenta, they can also be served on top of toast rounds,

on salads - just about anything. My Bill loves them in a bowl with a fork!

iNgredieNTs:

5 pounds Roma tomatoes, each cut in half

2 - 3 tablespoons olive oil

2 - 3 teaspoons salt

1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

1 cup crumbled feta cheese

Preheat oven to 350°. Line a couple of baking sheets with foil. Arrange tomatoes, skinside down, on prepared baking sheets. Drizzle with olive oil and sprinkle with salt and pepper. Roast 45 minutes to 1 hour. Place in serving bowl and top with cheese.

Make ahead: After roasting tomatoes, consolidate them all on one baking sheet. (Don’t top with cheese.) Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate overnight.

reheat: Preheat oven to 350°. Place baking sheet of tomatoes in oven and heat 15 - 20 minutes, until hot. Place tomatoes in serving bowl and top with cheese.

Thanks to Central Market for supplying their fabulous freshly-made sausages along with the rest of the groceries for our polenta supper.

Judie Byrd is the founder of The Culinary School of Fort Worth. See her FamilyNet cable TV show, Judie Byrd’s Kitchen, each Saturday at 11:00 am and weekends at 4:00 pm.

You are cordially invited to attend the 5th Annual Once Upon a Terrace… benefiting the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation

Event Chairs:

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Melissa Key Committee:

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Donna Dozier

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Erin Poulson

Kasie Williamson

Carrie Woodson

Sponsorships available. Space is limited. To reserve your tickets or for more information, call 817.249.7744.

Wednesday, April 21st

Check-in and Cocktail Reception at Colonial Country Club 5:30 pm - 6:00 pm

Terrace Tours Begin at 6:00 pm

Attire: Outdoor Chic

Once Upon a Terrace…will highlight the most intriguing verandas in the city. This exclusive event, being held on the evening of Wednesday, April 21, 2010 will feature four terraces, each with its own unique outdoor living space. Private trolley transportation will escort guests from Colonial Country Club to each location. In a progressive style our guests will ultimately visit all terraces on the private tour. As the evening comes to a close all 200 guests will enjoy an exclusive auction while enjoying dessert and champagne on the terrace of Mr. & Mrs. Gus Bates.

Some hospitals treat your medical conditions. We treat you.

You’re not a diagnosis or a patient number. You’re a human being who deserves the best possible medical care. That perspective inspired the founding of USMD by a group of doctors who wanted individualized hospital care for the people they treat, and it’s the driving force behind today’s USMD board of directors. Now as then, physicians shape everything from our 1:5 nurse-to-patient ratio (compared with a national average of 1:8) to our leading-edge technology to the patient-pampering accommodations. Physician ownership and management keep the emphasis on quality care, and the focus on you.

Sheltered Care in

Cook Children’s — Promises, they keep

by Gail Bennison

for

most parents, bringing a child into the world is a beautiful memory. others, like nissa and ryan harrington, battle surging emotions and questions alongside ongoing medical care or possible loss. the harrington triplets came into the world too soon and very sick.

but that was a year ago, and this is now. avery, a ndrew and James harrington — one girl and two boys — are happy, healthy and very loud, thanks to nine weeks of loving care in the neonatal intensive care unit (nicu) at fort worth’s c ook c hildren’s medical c enter. t hey will celebrate their first “miracle” birthday april 17.

t he harrington family, just like thousands of parents across texas, entrusted their children to c ook children’s and to the people who work there.

from the doctors to the nurses to the sanitation workers, they all love working there. for them, it’s not a job — it’s a passion and an honor.

the cook children’s “promise” will be strengthened further with the medical center’s $250 million expansion, the largest in the medical center’s 92-yearhistory and a crucial step in properly caring for its patients now and in the future.

the littlest miracles the harrington triplets were born three months early with all the problems associated with premature birth. avery and James weighed 2 pounds. andrew weighed 3. all were on respiratory support, iVs, feeding tubes and heart and temperature monitors. a nd to make things harder on the family, the triplets were separated on three different sides of the nicu — soon to be a thing of the past. when the nicu expansion is complete, babies and parents — even multiples — will be in one room.

nissa and ryan had to change gowns and gloves each time they

moved from one unit to another. the triplets were seven weeks old before they “saw them all in a row, taking up a whole wall in the nicu,” nissa said. “it was hard having them separated, and it was pretty amazing to see them all together.”

two-year-old brother, henry, was there that day, too — that’s four children under the age of 3 in case you’ve lost count.

only two people were permitted at bedside and the harringtons had to shuffle other family members in and out.

“it would be wonderful to have a room where you could have your family there,” says ryan harrington. “it’s important for the babies, but it’s also important for the parents to have their support structure by having their parents and their brothers and sisters to give support. that would have made such a difference. t he new single units will make such a difference.”

he feels blessed to have been at cook children’s.

“one of the things that’s absolutely amazing … is that in the nicu, they’re not just providing care for the babies,” ryan said. “they’re providing care for the whole family. they are there to support you and explain to you what’s going on, and sometimes you have to make tough decisions.”

a lot to do and a lot to worry about.

but the amazingly serene nissa — handling an interview with three crying babies who are supposed to be napping — says that her family was blessed to have received so much help and care, especially from their primary nursing staff.

“they were wonderful, and you get to know them really well when you’re with them for nine weeks,” she said. “by the time we left i think we had a total of seven primary nurses. anytime they were working, they were assigned to our babies.”

it made it easy to develop a relationship.

“they know your history and know how much they have to explain to you each time,” she said. “it was incredibly overwhelming and stressful, and it was comforting to see the same faces all the time, and to know that they care so much about your kids.”

still, it was a difficult time.

“it’s emotional for us to retell the story because it brings back those memories,” said ryan. “w hen you’re going through it, it’s sad but when you come out with healthy children, there are also wonderful memories.”

ceo rick merrill came in one day to introduce himself and check on the family.

“that’s the kind of caring they have at cook children’s,” ryan said.

The triplets went home on Father’s Day. How’s that for the best present ever?

AnoTHer KinD oF Mir Acle Some children become miracles. others create miracles. last october, Heather and ryan Skagen’s “perfect pregnancy” turned into a blur of chaos and heartbreak.

After 21 hours of labor, Heather delivered Aura Kay by cesarean. Shortly after Aura’s birth, her tiny heart stopped beating, and her lungs failed to expand. Her brain was deprived of oxygen, leaving her with severe damage.

Doctors at cook children’s nicU put Aura on a ventilator to help her breathe and cooled her body with hypothermia treatment in an effort to heal internal organ damage. But the brain damage was too severe.

Aura never opened her eyes, never moved, never cried.

“There was little chance that Aura would recover,” Heather recalled the moment in tears. “They gave us two choices: put our 7-day old beautiful baby girl through surgery and if she survived, they would insert permanent feeding and ventilator tubes. or, we could take her off the ventilator without the surgery, and wait to see what happened.”

“At that moment, i looked at ryan and we knew without speaking a word what our decision was going to be.”

Heather turned to the doctors, nurses, and chaplain and asked about organ donation.

“i looked at ryan for a response, he thought about it for a second and looked at me and smiled, and i knew by the looks on the faces of everyone in the room that this was the right thing to do,” she said.

on oct. 14, the hospital’s chaplain told the Skagen family about now i lay Me Down To Sleep, a non-profit organization of volunteer professional photographers. Aura’s life support was removed, and on-duty photographer Jerry

NICU director Barbara Greer is thrilled about the coming changes in the unit that will enhance Cook Children’s desire to better treat both the parents and the baby patients.

Tucker spent three hours taking the final photos.

“i held my daughter and realized that i would never be able to take her home. That i would never hear her cry. That she would never laugh,” Heather said. “All the memories that would never happen, first tooth, first day of school, first date, high school, boyfriends, college, wedding — none of that would ever come to be.”

“i will cherish those photos forever,” she said.

When Aura died, she was 9 days and 2 hours old. Physicians were able to recover Aura’s heart valves, bone marrow, ligaments, tendons and cartilage, which were donated to six people, four of them children.

Aura Kay Skagen’s name will be added to

the cook children’s organ Donor Walk of Honor wall.

cook children’s president, nancy cychol, knows how difficult it was for the Skagen family and for all donor families. Four children are alive today because cychol donated her child’s organs.

The Medical c enter and cychol have received national recognition for the success of cook children’s organ donation program.

“it’s difficult, but what else are you going to do?” cychol says. “it’s the only positive thing that can come out of that negative. our entire staff helps at this difficult time.”

THe “ProMiSe” Adults must be very careful when they promise something to a child. Verbal

“i held my daughter and realized that i would never be able to take her home. That i would never hear her cry. That she would never laugh. All the memories that would never happen, first tooth, first day of school, first date, high school, boyfriends, college, wedding — none of that would ever come to be.”

— Heather Skagen

contracts in the greater society aren’t worth the paper they’re written on and adults know that. But to children, they are ironclad.

And Rick Merrill, president and CEO of Cook Children’s Health Care System since August 2007, understands that.

When Merrill came to town, he visited with community leaders and with his own staff about, as he says, “our mission, vision and metastrategies and overarching principles.”

Lots of big words in there.

“The real purpose was getting lost in all of this language,” Merrill said.

So board members and medical staff and health care members across the system went off on retreat.

“We took all of those elements and boiled

them down into what we simply call our ‘Promise,’” he said, a powerful word, in his opinion.

“A parent understands promise, and a 6-year-old child understands promise. We wanted to find a word that resonated on everyone we serve,” Merrill said.

And here’s what they promised:

Knowing that every child’s life is sacred, it is the promise of Cook Children’s to improve the health of every child in our region through the prevention and treatment of illness, disease and injury.

There’s a promise in there, although implied, to the people of Cook Children’s as well.

“Cook Children’s is a great place to work

because we are changing the lives of children by giving them hope for a future,” Merrill said. “For all of our staff and employees, it’s a calling for them. They are there for a meaningful reason.”

And hospital leadership cares deeply about them, he said.

There are regularly scheduled council meetings throughout the medical center where employees are briefed on issues and concerns and at which they may raise their own concerns.

“I get out a lot in the organization,” Merrill says. “I’ve been known to come in on holidays. It’s just a good time to hear what I can do to help them with their job.”

RISky DECISIOn?

Undertaking a $250 million expansion in today’s climate is a bold step, but Cook Children’s didn’t consider it optional.

“How can we not?” Merrill asks. “The fact is that we made a promise. When I came to Cook Children’s 2 ½ years ago, I asked two questions of physicians and staff throughout the whole organization: “What are we doing really well? If I could fix one thing for you, what would that be?’ The resounding theme across the board was that we are out of space. We are at capacity.””

Cook Children’s Health Care System is far-reaching in an area with a rapidly growing population. The primary service area includes Tarrant and five contiguous counties of Denton, Hood, Johnson, Parker and Wise.

But Cook Children’s goes far beyond, to West Texas, much of north and Central Texas, all the way to Midland, Odessa, Abilene, San Angelo, Amarillo, Lubbock and Wichita Falls. The total primary service area in Texas is about 47 percent the size of Texas geographically. Put another way, that’s about the size of new Mexico.

“We’re fortunate that we have the means, ability, and the team to go and pick those children up when they need a higher level of care than what’s offered in their communities,” Merrill said.

Because of its unique and high-level care programs, Cook Children’s also serves referrals

from all over the U.S. and 50 countries.

ExpanSion

From the opening of its present building, Cook Children’s Medical Center never intended to be a traditional hospital. it was meant to be kid- and family-friendly.

and then it began bulging at the seams.

“in early 2008, we recognized that there is a tremendous need to grow the physical space of the hospital for both the outpatients and inpatient population,” says Stan Davis, vice president of support services and project manager of the expansion project.

planned expansion includes new inpatient and outpatient towers and new garage facilities.

Cook Children’s asked both families and staff for advice.

The result is a design that links the hospital’s signature programs — cardiology, neuroscience, and hematology/oncology — across the old and new buildings so that patients, families, physicians and staff will be able to move around more easily and efficiently — and without having to leave the building.

“We’re more family centered,” Davis said. “We don’t want to build just for form so that everything looks symmetrical. We want to build more for function so people could move back and forth and make it as seamless as possible.”

nowhere will that family focus be more evident than in the neonatal intensive Care Unit.

Cook Children’s was licensed for 55 niCU beds in 2008, but there were times when several children were turned away in a week, simply

because there was no room. The next year — in 2009 — it obtained a waver to staff 76 beds in the existing unit.

it wasn’t as comfortable for the families, “but as for care, the children needed to be here,” Davis said.

all of that is about to change.

Cook Children’s is a leading pediatric hospital in the effort to treat the entire family as well as the patient, and that requires enough space to assure privacy.

“The existing unit is an open-ward setting where each bed is side by side, and it is cramped, for the staff and the patients’ families,” Davis said. “The space only allows for a family member to sit in a chair alongside the child.”

But when the expansion is complete, there

will be single-unit units available where parents can stay in the room with their child around the clock.

“This is unique in a children’s hospital environment, and we are one of a few innovators moving that direction,” Davis said. “This is best for the families and the kids. it gives a sense of ‘this is my space,’ and empowers the family. They can love their babies and allow them to grow and hopefully go home sooner because they are in the right environment.”

Families were heard — and listened to — during the entire expansion design.

“We’ve got family focus groups for every aspect of design and construction, what they don’t like or what they do like,” Davis said.

parents — and medical personnel — need a

respite to take the edge off.

“So, we’re creating a non-hospital zone on the first floor,” he said.

The first level will be the public floor and will continue the “Main Street” of the hospital.

Along “Main Street” the public will have access to a skylight foyer to a new cafeteria, interior dining space, frozen yogurt shop, hair and nail salon, interior playground, vending and space for other amenities not yet determined. There will also be access for families to

exterior dining space and a supervised outside playground.

And there also is a change in food service.

“The families told us they wanted different dining options. We will have nine of them,” Davis said. “If you’re in the room with the child you can order waffles at 7 at night.”

Or a mom and dad can order room service from a menu.

The goal is care delivered in a family-centered environment.

“We’re fortunate to be able to do it,” Davis says. “The community of Fort Worth and surrounding areas are very supportive of Cook Children’s. And we just want to do the right thing by the community.”

At Cook Children’s, doing the right thing begins with its most vulnerable and fragile patients.

At completion, the Medical Center will have one of the largest single-bed NICUs in Texas, boasting 87,000 square feet, more than doubling the current size, and one hundred single-bed units, as well as rooms to accommodate twins, triplets and quadruplets.

NICU director, Barbara Greer, RN, MSN, has seen a lot of changes since she began her nursing career at Cook Children’s 25 years ago, and she is thrilled about this one.

The original expansion plan started out as a typical “pinwheel” design, says Greer.

But after she returned from a national conference where she learned of the benefits of single-bed units, Greer presented a different design plan, and the plans were changed.

“For the families, this expansion will make all the difference in the world,” Greer says. “I actually had a mom tell me that once her baby was born she never got to spend another night with him before he died. So now our moms and dads can be there with their babies. Everything is designed to be family-focused.”

With the new design, parents can be with the nurses when they do shift reports and be involved in the care planning for their baby.

“Studies show that when parents are involved, once the child goes home, they are better able to care for their child,” Greer said. “And there are fewer re-admits to the hospital or visits to the emergency room when the parents are involved,” she said.

The NICU nursing staff has been involved in the expansion design from the beginning.

“We have a whole committee that’s looking at work flow,” Greer said. “It’s critical to the staff to have everything easily accessible for bedside care.”

“Cook Children’s has made a big effort to take care of every child in the Fort Worth area. In order to reach out to the ones who have more challenges getting to the doctor, we have to change the way we provide health care to accommodate that need.”

— Maria Levy, Neighborhood Clinics medical director

Each NICU floor will have a lounge/kitchen and laundry and each patient room will have a bed for a parent, TV with headphones, and storage. The unit will have state-of-the-art technology to monitor light and sound for optimal neurological development. Staffing will change to provide more individualized care of the baby and the family.

Greer is excited about the privacy of singleroom units for many reasons, she says, and one very important reason is the opportunity for Kangaroo-bundling, essential skin-to-skin contact that promotes attachment and trust between babies and their parents.

“This is powerful for a baby,” Greer said. “Studies show that they grow better, breathe better, and eat better when they bond with the parents this way. In our new unit, each room will have what we call a ‘kangaroo chair’ where the mother can keep her baby on her chest for five hours at a time if she wants to. There’s no way we could do this in the current unit.”

A mom with experience agrees.

“This would have been so wonderful with the triplets,” said Nissa Harrington. “The nurses did all they could to give us some alone time but it would have been nice to do the Kangaroo care without worrying about someone watching you. It would’ve been especially wonderful for Henry to have had one place where I didn’t have to worry about him getting in someone’s way, and I could’ve stayed at the hospital for longer periods of time.”

The goal is simple, said Cychol, the medical center president: All the things that will help a family bond.

“These are brand new parents trying to adapt to their sick child, and they are scared for that child,” she said. “The single-bed units will set Cook Children’s apart from all other hospitals in the area. We are the first ones to do this, and we treat these kids like they’re our own. We really want to do that in a home environment. That and our fabulous staff will put us ahead of everybody.”

A TrUSTING ATmoSpHEr E Cook Children’s has a developmental focus, says Dr. Ann miller, the hospital’s director of pastoral care.

“In the first year of life outside the womb, a baby’s most important relational task is to learn to trust — to know that her primary caregiver will meet her needs for food and warmth and

attention,” miller said. “This will be important all her life in forming relationships with other people, as well as in her spiritual development.”

But early hospitalization can pose significant challenges to the development of trust — sometimes painful with separation from the mother.

“So, our newborn care is designed to help

mitigate any emotional or spiritual side effects of hospitalization and foster an environment where a baby can develop a healthy sense of trust,” says miller.

The community supports Cook Children’s efforts by the generosity that provides state-ofthe-art facilities and equipment. Individuals and organizations provide handcrafted blan-

“The community also sends ‘PrayerBears,’ about 12,000 new stuffed teddy bears a year, each one blessed and sent with hopes and prayers. Babies think and remember in sensory images. We work to make sure those images are the voices, touch, and faces of love.”

— Ann Miller, director of pastoral care.

kets and hats, booties and gowns that give a more nurturing environment for new moms learning to dress and rock a tiny newborn.

“The community also sends ‘PrayerBears,’ about 12,000 new stuffed teddy bears a year, each one blessed and sent with hopes and prayers,” Miller said. “Babies think and remember in sensory images. We work to make sure those images are the voices, touch, and faces of love.”

In To T he n e Igh Borhoods Cook Children’s is a health care system with “the highest level of collaboration and collegial interaction among all caregivers across the whole system,” says Ceo Merrill.

“We have a hospital, of course, but we also have a home health Company. We have a Physician group of sub-specialty and primary care physicians in all of those practices. We have a health Plan that has 80,000 Medicaid and ChIP lives in it,” he said.

And Cook Children’s has four neighborhood clinics that provide much-needed medical and dental care to an underserved population. Most of the children have Medicaid or no insurance.

“Cook Children’s has made a big effort to take care of every child in the Fort Worth area,” says neighborhood Clinics medical director, dr. Maria Levy. “In order to reach

out to the ones who have more challenges getting to the doctor, we have to change the way we provide health care to accommodate that need.”

A neighborhood clinic operates differently than your typical pediatric practice, in several ways.

“our day starts early,” said Levy. “Whenever our patients need to see us and they’re sick, they can just come in, anytime. They don’t have to call for an appointment. For health maintenance, we see them periodically with appointments. Typically they’ll get all the preventative care in one visit.”

Children under 36 months get a preventive dental exam and fluoride treatments, and a therapist provides mental health.

“We tailor our practice to the social needs,” Levy said. “It can be chaotic, but very rewarding.”

That effort is impressive to former Cook Children’s trustee rosie Moncrief.

“Where I’m most impressed with Cook Children’s is how I’ve observed them caring for the children who are less likely to receive health care,” she said. “The children who live in homeless shelters and their families are embraced without question.

less children have been seen at Cook Children’s neighborhood Clinics, for a total of 775 patient encounters between April 2008 and december 2009. seventy-five children have made one of these neighborhood clinics their medical home by returning to the clinic for health care after moving out of the shelter.

ginny hickman, assistant vice president for the Community health outreach, says the entire project would not have been possible without the leadership from the top.

Merrill made this a point of emphasis almost immediately upon his arrival, she said, stressing to his leadership team that this was a top priority and asking members to find a way to make the homeless initiative a reality.

“Without his guidance, this project would not have been able to move forward at the same level because without it, everyone in a complex medical system could go in different directions,” h ickman said. “Cook Children’s stresses collaboration as a system and we made that a goal with this project as well, creating a real partnership with the city and the shelters.”

WorkIng TogeTher In Cook

Children’s integrated system, all of the companies work closely in a collaborative fashion to drive efficiencies in the delivery of health care.

They couldn’t do it unless everyone wanted to, says Merrill.

About 12,000 PrayerBears pour into Cook Children’s pastoral care department every year from organizations all over town. Each comes with hopes and

“Cook Children’s stepped up to the plate when it came to giving the children of three area shelters necessary medical care, and proved children’s health care doesn’t have to be a money-making venture but a venture of the heart,” she said.

prayers.

Cook Children’s provides transportation to homeless shelters to bring children to the clinics.

s ince the homeless initiative began in April 2008, 396 sheltered home -

“I’ve said many times that there are a lot of smart people in this world; there are not many smart people who are nice people,” Merrill said. “For some reason, Cook Children’s has found a way to recruit and retain over the years, very smart and nice caregivers.”

“That makes a real difference when you want to talk about delivering great outcomes,” Merrill said.

“We’re excited about finishing our expansion. I think we’ll have the nicest state-of-theart children’s hospital in the country here in Fort Worth,” he said. “It’s going to be a place that will meet the needs of our families and patients for many years to come.”

“And it can’t come soon enough because we are at capacity.”

Only a few years ago, the streets were quiet in the mornings. Today, there are joggers, bicyclists and dog-walkers out early energizing the city streets. “The national trend, called “hiving” is the result of people wanting to be with people, not home alone,” said Tom Struhs, developer. “We are seeing people who start their days after work, taking in a show at Bass Hall or a movie and dinner. The options are many when there is little to no home or yard maintenance.”

All of the amenities are in place—convenience stores, daycare and one of three exemplary elementary schools in the area: Charles E. Nash. Uptown has easy access to grocery shopping: Target on 7th, Wal-Mart at Beach, and Albertson’s on University. “I can get to any of these grocery stores faster than I could get to the closest grocery store when we lived in suburban Colleyville,” remarked Elizabeth Falconer, Mr. Struhs’ partner.

Safety is a high priority and to address that issue, Uptown is part of the Public Improvement District, with expanded foot and horse patrol by police. In addition, we have a neighborhood police officer that works out of a renovated house on Samuels Avenue. The result is that there is virtually no violent crime in the Uptown area.

With immediate access to the Trinity Trails, outdoor activities are not limited to concrete. Residents can jog along miles of meandering trails already in place today! Additionally, the developer has donated acres of the steep bluff area to the city, so that it may be preserved as green space.

With nearly four hundred residences completed in the Uptown area in the past five years, occupancy is a strong ninety-percent. By providing numerous residential options, both for sale and for lease, virtually anyone who wants to experience the urban lifestyle may find a home to fit their personal needs. The most recent addition to the area is Villa de Leon, a luxury condominium building that is perched on the bluff overlooking the Trinity River.

Out of the Dark

Finding and rescuing teens forced into the sex trade in Fort Worth

by Anna Philpot

“I didn’t grow up planning to be a whore,” says Carolemarie, a former prostitute and porn star.

“I started working as a prostitute when I was 15,” she says now. “I spent the money on drugs and clothes.”

“I made my first porn movie at 16. By the time I was 21, I’d had three abortions and attempted suicide twice. I was living with a man who beat me, and I was working as a stripper and making porn films.”

Carolemarie, now 51, runs Born2Party, a Bedford-based group that works to get women out of strip clubs and away from “briefcase pimps.” During the years she was working in the sex trade, she never heard the words “exploitation” and “trafficking.”

“It’s so hard to get out once you’re in,” she explains.

Stories like Carolemarie’s are pouring in from around the country. The U.S. State Department estimates that 800,000 people are trafficked globally while the U.S. Department of Justice’s Child Exploitation and Obscenity Section (CEOS) reports that 293,000 American children are commercially sexually exploited every year.

That’s nearly 37 percent of sex trafficking occurring to our own kids. Why? American children are easy targets and carry less risk for traffickers than adults and foreign citizens. And until December of 2009, there wasn’t even funding to find and support trafficked American citizens.

Texas’s vast size and central location add to the state’s problem with trafficking.

According to a report released by the Texas Attorney General, 20 percent of all trafficked victims (which also includes forced labor victims) in the United States are found in Texas. El Paso and Houston are major trafficking hubs, but officials know it's happening in every city across the state.

Just two years ago, the Fort Worth Police Department arrested a 33-year-old woman when she was discovered driving around asking men if they wanted to have sex with a 14-year-old girl for $50. A 32-year-old man was also arrested and charged with sexual

assault of a child, which is a second-degree felony.

Special Agent Mark White, the media coordinator for the North Texas branch of the FBI, says Interstate 35 and other major roadways play a role in increasing the Metroplex’s viability as a trafficking location. This concern was validated in 2002 when Fort Worth police received anonymous letters saying that young Honduran women were being smuggled into the United States and forced to work as prostitutes in bars in Fort Worth. While police estimate more than 200 Honduran females were trafficked, only around 40, some as young as 14 years old, were rescued.

Nancy Kratzer is the deputy Special Agent in Charge of North Texas region U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE).

“Minor trafficking victims are often smuggled into the U.S. under false or fraudulent pretenses by a relative or an organization,” she says. “Enhancements made to the Trafficking Victims Protection Act (TVPA) and Trafficking Victims Protection Reauthorization Act (TVPRA) of 2008 have broadened the scope of authorities by which law enforcement and prosecutors are able to enforce the laws relative to human trafficking. The outreach, training and campaign initiatives implemented by state, local and federal law enforcement agencies continue to provide knowledge, awareness and education on current state and federal trafficking laws. ICE recently conducted an advertising campaign to increase public awareness of human trafficking called: Hidden in Plain Sight.”

In its effort to combat further trafficking, “the U.S. Department of Justice has funded new

efforts to monitor human trafficking activity, both nationally and regionally,” says White.

Fort Worth was the recipient of one such grant: The Department of Justice gave the police department $450,000 in the fall of 2006, and the city awarded the division an additional $150,000. However, teaching Fort Worth police officers to identify trafficking — and treat the children as the victims they are — is only part of the work that must be done.

With the majority of Fort Worth’s special unit moving to the ICE building in Irving, coordinating with the officers in the field will be even more important, which is why the City of Fort Worth sponsored a meeting on Jan. 12, and the Salvation Army is planning another meeting to coordinate awareness, prevention and investigative techniques.

All the agencies and nonprofits involved know commercial sex trafficking is a homegrown phenomenon. And it feeds on demand.

Sex Slaves

Kathleen Murray, LMSW, is the program coordinator for Fort Worth police’s Human

Trafficking Unit. She believes that we will see a steady increase in the number of juvenile victims.

“Human trafficking is a new field of law and social service,” she said. “The Trafficking Victims Protection Act of 2000 (TVPA) is about 10 years old, and the state law is six years old. We are constantly learning new and better ways of tackling this issue and are gaining more tools in our toolbox to combat this horrific abuse. The more people are aware of this crime and what to do about it, the more complaints we will receive, the more victims we will rescue and the higher the numbers will go – to a point.”

Fort Worth’s Human Trafficking Unit works in conjunction with about 30 other law enforcement groups — including ICE, the FBI and local area police departments — as part of the North Texas Anti-Trafficking Task Force (NTATT). NTATT focuses on specific at-risk groups such as runaways, throwaways and homeless children. These groups are the most at risk for commercial sexual exploitation because they are a highly

Often times, both sex trafficking victims and their captors operate from inexpensive motels and/or low-income housing units.

vulnerable population. Protecting our youth is a countywide priority: Tarrant County Homeless Coalition’s census on Jan. 29, 2009, recorded 545 homeless children, all of whom were already in shelters — a key defense to keeping them out of predators’ hands. The good news is that Fort Worth has seen a decline in homeless rates since 2007 says homeless coordinator M. Otis Thornton. But the problems won’t stop even if kids are off the street because after drug dealing, human trafficking is tied with the illegal arms industry as the second largest criminal industry in the world. And trafficking is the fastest growing.

Both Murray and Lindsey Dula, a child forensic interviewer for Alliance for Children (AFC), agree that the first priority is to make traffickers work harder to find their victims.

“It’s frightening just how quickly runaways are solicited,” says Dula. “Within 24 hours of leaving home, a pimp or other girls are asking [the runaway] to dance at a strip club or work in a massage parlor. From there, it’s a short step into actual prostitution. Or maybe the children are pushed directly into prostitution.”

Shared Hope International is an organization working to eliminate sex trafficking.

A U.S. Department of Justice grant allowed the nonprofit to research the Fort Worth area in 2007 and again in 2008. Shared Hope believes local cases of domestic youth sex traf-

ficking are “frequently unreported and underidentified” because in the past eight years “35 juveniles have been charged with prostitution and prostitution-related offenses— an average of four per year.”

The organization’s biggest concern is this lack of identification; Shared Hope notes Tarrant County has a population of more than 1.5 million, and estimates more than 1,000 children are at risk.

Deena Graves is founder of Traffick911, a nonprofit that is currently raising funds to open a long-term shelter and school for domestic traffic victims. She points out that Shared Hope focused on Dallas and Fort Worth as “hotbeds of illicit sexual activity. There are over 100 large cities in this country, and two metro areas of concern are right here.”

White says societal perceptions and “the lack of an outcry from the general public” are the major limitations to investigating and prosecuting trafficking cases. “There is a lack of reporting by victims for many reasons such as shame, a distrust of law enforcement in their culture, or fear of deportation due to immigration status.” Until perceptions change and society is willing to tackle the issue, children will continue to be victimized.

Who to Trust?

Graves started Traffick911 after learning a girl was sold to a pimp for $50,000 by her father. Before that, her dad “groomed” her for the sale. She was pimped in Fort Worth and in other states and was finally able to escape to

Dallas where she prostituted herself because — at 14 — she had no other way to survive. One evening, a man picked her and her friend up and then beat them. Her friend died.

Dula says child abuse has been around a long time; now it’s about new ways to abuse kids.

“AFC doesn’t normally get involved until minors are picked up for some criminal charge,” she said.

But by then, the children have been involved in some form of trafficking for days, weeks or even years. Dula says most of the children she interviews fall between 12 and 13, which is much younger than the Fort Worth average of 14. Because most children are not rescued until they reach 15.3 years, the children must survive more than a year of forced sex, beatings and possibly running away again.

“Think about it,” says Graves. “Ten men a night, six nights a week isn’t uncommon. How many sex acts is that in a year?”

“Yes, the kids have street smarts,” Dula acknowledges, “but they are just children. Adults are exploiting them because they are minors.”

Carolemarie runs Born2Party, a bedford-based group that works to get women out of strip clubs and away from "briefcase pimps."

Dula says this includes the children’s families. Because some parents look upon their children simply as goods, a mom makes an “exchange” with a boyfriend to pay the bills or get gas money, and the daughter is that “exchange.”

Fort Worth, like many other cities, has struggled with how to handle this form of parental abuse. To date, hardly any buyers of prostituted children have even been identified, and few traffickers have been prosecuted — this includes family members like the father above who willingly pimped his child.

At the same time family members exploit their kids, buyers and traders of child pornography in Tarrant County have been arrested. And parents known to beat or neglect their children are brought in as soon as Child Protective Services suspect a problem,

For children not being trafficked by their families, gangs pose another imminent danger. One gang recruits girls while another gang forces girls through a two-week “boot camp” on how to perform sex acts and what to say to law enforcement if they are apprehended. Other girls may band together in an effort to survive on the streets, but the result is often the same.

Dula remembers one group of girls, ages 13, 14 and 10, who had run away a few times, eventually ending up at a motel. Their pimp took a room down the hall and scheduled day visits where the girls were forced to prostitute their bodies. The police eventually picked up the pimp, and the girls moved in with another man who owned a house. He let each child have her own room; the girls told Dula how much they enjoyed the space to decorate in their style. Yet within days, the man took the three children to a truck stop to solicit men for sex. By this time, the girls had been missing for about three months.

Supply and Demand

“The stark reality is that the supply is never-ending. … I mean, that little girl who

started as a runaway on the streets in Washington State and ended up on the streets of Miami Beach as a prostitute is way too typical. … There is an endless supply — and it is almost surreal to have these words leave my mouth — endless supply of victims. But that’s the stark reality,” says Andrew Oosterbaan, chief of the Child Exploitation and Obscenity Section at the U.S. Department of Justice.

Carolemarie adds, “The only thing these girls have of any value is their bodies. And it’s the only thing many people want.”

The documentary “Sex Slaves, the Teen Trade” says craigslist.com has become nothing more than an online pimp, an easy place for predators to troll for their next victim.

Carolemarie and SAC White agree that craigslist does offer a place to solicit sex.

According to the United States Congress, human trafficking is the recruitment, harboring, transporting, provision, or obtaining of a person for labor or services, through the use of force, fraud, or coercion for the purpose of subjection to involuntary servitude, peonage, debt bondage, slavery or forced commercial sex acts.

“Internet social networking sites are a problem,” says White. “Any venue that provides anonymous exposure to the public is a potential meeting site for traffickers or any other criminal activity. Criminals feel safe using those venues, but they can be monitored by law enforcement, private organizations and individuals. A lot of predators have pages on these Web sites and use these sites to recruit. These predators also use girls, who they trust and they allow to have Internet

Many in the sex trade find a start in the business by working at strip clubs or topless bars.

accounts, to use their own Internet accounts as a recruiting tool.”

But it’s not just online sites. Pimps know the spots that lend themselves to runaway children: bus stations, malls, juvenile hall, schools, online chat rooms, anywhere they can get to one or two kids at a time — away from a group.

“Traffickers will use any means available,” says White. “Their imagination is the only limitation. This is probably the most important thing to know.”

Because trafficking routes often change and the activity is so underground that it is difficult to monitor, the FBI and Fort Worth police rely on tips as well as their investigative techniques. Murray says the reason traffickers are successful is “they are supplying a product to meet a demand, and people do not know what trafficking or commercial sexual exploitation is, where it exists, what to do about it, or how to report it.”

“The key to a trafficker lies in exploiting the vulnerabilities of a potential victim to make a profit off of that person,” says White. “The victim’s ethnicity, race or background plays a very small role.”

Slowing the Tide

If a child runs away or is missing, fill out a report immediately with the local police department and call the local runaway shelter for further assistance.

“Many times children run away because things are not right at home, “ says Murray. “Parents should talk to their children about being comfortable talking when someone mistreats them, abuses them or interacts with them inappropriately — even if it's family.”

One option for Fort Worth is to form an outreach team to contact families as soon as a child runs away, which will address needs — for both the youth who sees running away as her only option and for the entire family — while problems are still manageable.

Monitoring children’s Internet use such

as myspace.com and other social networking sites is a must. “Talk to the parents or caretakers of [your] children’s friends to make an agreement that all [parents] will monitor this activity to keep the children safe,” Murray suggests.

Start communication when children are young; explain stranger danger awareness and safety techniques (or if you don’t feel comfortable with that, check out The Safe Side Combo: Stranger Safety and Internet Safety DVDs).

Make sure children never offer personal information or take gifts from someone they do not know well — this includes people they “meet” and consider friends online.

“The Crimes Against Children Web site does have tips on recognizing problems, especially Internet issues, and how these can be monitored and corrected,” says White. Both White and Murray recommend the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children (missingkids.com) for additional information parents may find helpful.

If you want to help current trafficking victims, Murray suggests volunteering with agencies that work with abused and neglected children such as Traffick911, Alliance for Children or Born2Party, mentoring a child, or starting a neighborhood watch group, phone tree or other community connection system. Become more involved in your community and know what is happening around you and your family.”

Murray’s rule of thumb is to “report what does not seem right to you and let the authorities handle the rest.”

From Blackjack To Bibles

Seminary’s tale of Arlington’s high-rolling Top O’ The Hill Casino.

by Sean Chaffin

Left: Curator Vickie Bryant, in the 50-footlong escape tunnel from the casino holding J. Frank Norris' Bible.

MMidnight in Arlington, August 1947. It’s hot and humid – even at this late hour. Legendary Texas Ranger M.T. “Lone Wolf” Gonzaullas and three other Rangers quietly slither several hundred yards on their stomachs through woods, grass, weeds, brush and insects. Any sound or noticeable movement might give away their position to nearby guards, quickly foiling their chance to raid one of the country’s biggest casinos – the Top O’ the Hill Terrace.

The elaborate gambling house wouldn’t be an easy target. Security at the casino, which hosted some of the biggest names in Hollywood, sports and entertainment, was amazingly tight. Two guards were positioned at the iron gate that guarded a 900-foot drive up to the casino, at the top of a hill overlooking rural Arlington countryside. Lookouts, often armed with rifles, surrounded the house. A buzzer allowed guards to warn the casino of pesky law enforcement. The house was designed so that casino equipment could be hidden from view via wall panels and underground tunnels within a few seconds. A hidden tunnel led gamblers 30 yards into nearby woods, where they could easily walk to the nearby tea garden. Half-eaten sandwiches and glasses of wine would be positioned at tables for guests, as if it were all just a gathering for a night under the stars.

As Gonzaullas and his men slowly crawled, two men guarded steel doors to the basement. Surely sweat-soaked and tired, the Rangers waited for an opportunity near the rear door. After several attempted raids, all proving fruitless in shutting down the Top O’ the Hill, the Rangers sought to catch the casino in action and close it down for good.

Soon a guest attempted to enter and the lawmen sprung into action. Three Rangers burst toward the door and entered. They kicked in two more wooden and glass doors before making their way into the casino – the action running in full view with 50 players and eight dealers. A Ranger in the underground tunnel caught several gamblers attempting to flee. Lone Wolf and his men destroyed craps and blackjack tables, slot machines, and a roulette wheel, an estimated $25,000 worth of equipment.

While the casino stayed opened a few years even after the raid, its best days were behind it and the raid signaled the Metroplex’s new stance on “wide-open” gambling of the ‘30s and ‘40s. Gonzaullas told the Dallas Morning News : “This raid is to serve notice on this place and any other in this area that they are going to be

Seminary student Betty Whitenack stands behind a pool cue stick rack. Staff at the Top O’ the Hill would hide casino equipment in a secret room behind the rack.

Courtesy: Arlington Baptist College.

stopped if we have to call on them every night. This is not part of a campaign to make a few raids and then let the heat off. From now on we raid for keeps. This place and all the others are going to stay closed.”

Tearoom to backroom

Opened in the 1920s, the Top O’ the Hill Terrace had quaint beginnings. Beulah Marshall bought land and built a tearoom along the Bankhead Highway in the early 1920s. Dinners featured fried chicken cooked over a wood-burning stove, and bridge was played after afternoon luncheons. From the tea garden, with thick sandstone walls, fish pond, and fountain, customers sat and enjoyed the picturesque view of the Tarrant County countryside.

When the 46-acre property went up for sale, Fred Browning and his wife purchased it in 1926. After running a plumbing business, Browning had a different career in mind – casino boss.

“When he moved in, he had gambling in mind,” says Vickie Bryant, head of Arlington Baptist College’s Heritage Collection. The college is located on the former grounds of the casino.

Browning began hosting casino games at his home at the top of the 1,000-foot Arlington hill. He had bigger plans for the estate, however, and construction began soon after he purchased the property. The tearoom itself was moved from its foundation, and construction began on the real heart of his venture – a basement twice the size of the tearoom house itself. Tunnels were built along with secret passageways and panels for storing casino equipment during a raid. After construction, the tearoom was moved back to its original location, and the Top O’ the Hill casino was soon open for business.

The casino boss spared no expense in making his casino, restaurant, and brothel top of the line. Gamblers enjoyed exquisite meals on fine china and high-end liquor from the elegant bar. All meals and drinks were free – a forerunner to Las Vegas freebies. The effort paid off, attracting celebrities and high rollers across the country. After dinner, the night’s guests were escorted to the basement, where a full-scale casino awaited their action. On weekends, the gambling continued until daybreak.

Browning’s security measures assured patrons of privacy and kept out prying eyes of the law. Another security measure was a floor unknown to gamblers above the casino. Here the casino’s security staff could monitor the action on the casino floor and possible cheating by gamblers and dealers alike – a forerunner to the modern casino’s “eye in the sky” system of cameras.

“It was very high-tech for back then,” Bryant says of the casino. “By the time the police and Texas Rangers got in, it would be converted into a dining hall. And all that would be left were employees and they’d be sitting around singing hymns.”

Business booms, raids follow

Business boomed in the ‘30s and ‘40s at the Top O’ the Hill. An average night saw 50-100 finely dressed guests at the blackjack,

craps, roulette, poker, and slot games, with action in high gear. A quarter-million dollars could change hands in a night. Tuxedoclad dealers were known to keep their nails polished for a more refined presentation. Area bootleggers kept the place supplied with booze before Prohibition’s repeal in 1933. Celebrities flocked to the nightly action.

“You didn’t get through the front gates unless you were famous, infamous, had a lot of money, or were an invited guest,” Bryant says.

Hollywood gamblers at the place were numerous and included Clark Gable, John Wayne, Lana Turner, Gene Autry, Will Rogers, Frank Sinatra, and many more. Wealthy men like H.L. Hunt

Above: The swimming pool built for the boxers who gambled and trained at Top O' the Hill.

dined and gambled at the casino. Infamous guests included Jack Ruby and Bonnie and Clyde Barrow. Browning, who also managed boxers, had so many boxers gambling and staying on the property that a swimming pool and sparring ring were installed onsite. Jack Dempsey, Max Baer, Joe Louis, Lou Brouillard, and Lew Jenkins trained and gambled at the Top O’ the Hill.

The casino may have left an even larger impression on the gambling world. Gangster Bugsy Siegel gambled there and is believed to have modeled his Flamingo Hotel and Casino after the amenities at the Top O’ the Hill. While Siegel was gunned down in 1947, the Flamingo set the stage for the modern Las Vegas.

Rolling craps

Raids at the casino throughout the ‘30s mostly proved useless. Officers would find no gambling equipment or if they did, it would be sitting unused thanks to Browning’s security. Equipment might be occasionally confiscated or destroyed, but the gambling would eventually go on. Other times, witnesses wouldn’t testify, or charges would be dropped or reduced to a fine.

But gambling in Tarrant County had an unrelenting enemy in J. Frank Norris, a fiery Baptist preacher who founded Fundamental Baptist Bible Institute in 1939 in Fort Worth, which became Bible Baptist Seminary in 1945. Norris opposed “wide open” gambling and supported Prohibition. He spearheaded efforts to close the Top O’ Hill, even testifying before a grand jury and helping with a raid in the 1930s.

“It is a high society gambling place – that’s the place you need to raid,” he told a grand jury.

Norris vowed that he would purchase the property when the Top O’ the Hill was shut down.

After World War II, Browning experienced financial trouble. A horse racing enthusiast, he owned horses that raced at Arlington Downs with Red Pollard, the famed rider of Seabiscuit, even occasionally serving as his jockey. But his horse racing ventures proved unsuccessful. As his debts mounted, a well-known Dallas gambler, gangster, and casino legend began bailing him out.

“Whether this was a favor to Browning, a business arrangement, or a hostile takeover is unknown, but by 1946 Benny Binion had become the power behind the Top O’ the Hill,” writes Gary Sleeper in I’ll Do My Own Damn Killin’, his definitive book on the Dallas gambling wars and Benny Binion. While living in Las Vegas, much of the casino’s profits went to Binion’s empire. The cowboy ran Dallas casinos and numbers rackets throughout the ‘30s and ‘40s.

After Gonzaullas’s raid in 1947, the tide had turned against the Top O’ the Hill – and Metroplex gambling joints. Law enforcement continued to crack down. Stars stopped showing up at the Top O’ the Hill and Vegas offered legalized casinos, making a night of gambling an easier affair. The casino remained open a few more years before becoming the Arlington Club. Browning got the property back in 1953, but died the same year.

Poker to preachers

Norris’s prediction came true in 1956 when his Bible Baptist Seminary bought the property for $150,000. The former casino now housed seminary students – certainly a reversal of fortune.

Under the direction of seminary leader, Earl Oldham, any remaining gambling equipment was destroyed. Renamed Arlington

J. Frank Norris, the fiery Fort Worth pastor, was a vocal oppoent of gambling and the original founder of what is now called Arlington Baptist College.

Baptist College in 1972, just a few relics of the seminary’s “seedier” past remain. Some poker chips are kept in the college’s museum as well as a prostitute’s cape that Oldham’s wife kept and even wore in church. Pictures of Browning and his racehorses and tack equipment from his stables are also on display.

After years of concealing its casino past, the college on West Division has embraced it, offering tours of what remains of the Top O’ the Hill. The tearoom house is now the college’s administration building and the casino is the church’s kitchen. At the back of the kitchen lies the three-foot wide escape tunnel, lit by a single light bulb. Outside, the tunnel’s exit peeks out the hillside, homes now covering the countryside below. Escaping gamblers would quickly scamper up a retaining wall and a series of steps to the awaiting tea garden.

The swimming pool and tea garden also remain, and much

of the college remains the same including the sandstone wall, wrought-iron fence, and guard towers. The college believes showing its past helps spotlight its true mission, training tomorrow’s Christian leaders, pastors, and missionaries.

“We’ve been tight-lipped (in the past),” Bryant says. “We feel like we can tell the story now. We’ve gotten millions of dollars of free media coverage. I always like to tell how a Bible college can tell the story of a casino. Our story is how we’ve taken the place from poker to preachers.

“Only God could use a casino to put a Bible college on the map.”

Take the tour: Tours are by appointment only and a donation of $5 per person is suggested. Contact: Vickie Bryant, Curator, Arlington Baptist College, 817461-8741 ext. 109 or vbryant@abconline.org

Texas Ranger M.T. “Lone Wolf” Gonzaullas, leader of the midnight raid on the Top O’ the Hill, told the Dallas Morning News : “This raid is to serve notice on this place and any other in this area that they are going to be stopped if we have to call on them every night.”

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The buildings are as phenomenal as the artwork housed within. Now it’s time to say hello to the newest marvel in town. It is the Museum of Living Art — MOLA — and you will find it at the Fort Worth Zoo.

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Fort Worth is proud of its world-class museums, and rightly so.

We are home to Tado Ando’s Modern masterpiece, and Louis Kahn’s vaulted simplicity at the famed Kimball. The Amon Carter embodies Philip Johnson’s mid-century statement, and most recently our Museum of Science and History received Ricardo Legorreta’s bold transformation.

If you are drawn to the works of Remington or Russell, gallop over to the Carter. If Monet and Matisse are more to your liking, then the Kimball will satisfy your craving. But, if you want to behold some of creation’s most breathtaking works of art, Fort Worth’s new Museum of Living Art is the place to find a collection of the rarest masterworks on the planet.

The zoo is the No. 1 attraction in the entire Metroplex, according to Zagat’s Survey, and it just got a major new draw.

While the other museums in town are forever linked to their noted architect, that is not the case at the MOLA; it is the result of the collaboration of many. And, here you will find that the animals are the artwork.

“In 1960, exactly 50 years ago, the zoo premiered a world-class collection of reptiles and amphibians, in a building that was second to none,” said Ramona Bass, co-chair of the Fort Worth Zoological Association Board and leader of the capital campaign for the MOLA complex.

“It was a celebrated moment in our history and one that gave rise to our current reputation as a leader in the herpetological world,” she said.

But, time had taken its toll on the beloved herpetarium. Over the years, the zoo’s collection had outgrown the space and the old technology was no longer adequate to fulfill the needs of the animals. It was definitely time for an update. But, rather than merely rebuilding or reworking the same concept with a typical display format, the zoo decided to shoot for the stars, opting for a museum quality venue instead.

“Now, we are providing a state-of-the-art facility to a collection that has grown in size and stature, and all of it is coming together in an architecturally significant achievement,” said Bass.

The Art The structure has taken presentation and display to an art form of its own.

Many of the displays are graced by the artwork of David Rock. His background murals are so realistic that, from a distance, they may appear to be photographic. In fact, the diffused and ethereal quality of his paintings may hardly be noticed at all. That was the intention.

“My work is there to complete the story,” said Rock. “The murals are intended to extend the space and help tell the story.”

And he was successful. He brilliantly focuses your eye on the living art housed within each enclosure.

In fact, great pains were taken in the design of the building to help you focus your attention on the living artwork inside. The jewel boxes — or display cases — are framed to draw the eye in. The walls are intentionally black in many of the galleries, and the lighting is designed not to disrupt but to highlight, the museum-goers'experience.

Just like any museum organizes its collection into halls and galleries, you’ll find a similar format at the Museum of Living Art.

The species in the orange-hued Adaptation Hall can naturally be found in more arid and desert climates. Those under the blue skies of Diversity Gallery hail from tropical regions. There is even a continuous stained-concrete ledge, which gives children access to exhibits at their own eye level.

All of the water exhibits go right to the floor to ensure unobstructed viewing. One area known as the Flooded Forest displays its inhabitants behind floor-to-ceiling walls of glass. It is as if the waters parted and allowed you to walk through it. This multi-dimensional exhibit is complemented by a hanging canopy of simulated ferns overhead, providing the sense of depth naturally found within the forest canopy.

Another detail you might overlook is the artistic quality of the rockwork. It is the sculpture of artist Greg George who created each installation to accurately mimic the natural surroundings of the animal on display. He replicated the faux rocks and trees to appear completely authentic.

“They were carved by hand out of cement,” George said. “I work in cement because it ages more gracefully, allowing natural algae and moss to continue to grow over time.”

Museum Arts was called in to design such things as interactive touch screens, and other hands on features, that lend to MOLA’s high-tech feel.

“We want kids to know that museums are fun and a place they will want to return,” said Darryl Bihm, the project manager. The company also is also responsible for the colorful “life-sized animal sculptures, which adorn the signage on the building, giving visitors a preview of what they will find inside.”

Children don’t even know they are getting an education when they interact with the work of Museum Arts.

“Museums are created to showcase artwork and celebrate its creators. The design of this extraordinary building was inspired by the animals within and the natural surroundings of the land,” Bass said.

“We also wanted to pay homage to the city where we live, to acknowledge that not only does our city have great art collections, but there are also some of the world’s finest museum buildings. We wanted to build something to match in tone, manner and quality the other Fort Worth museums,” she said.

The Architecture This entire 30,000 square-foot indoor/outdoor complex was about eight years in the making. Two main considerations went into every design decision — the quality of the visitor’s experience and perfectly meeting the needs of the animals.

It is the product of the successful collaboration of many. The ideas from board members and herpetologists were incorporated by the architects at Gideon Toal Inc., who brought the space to life. Here you will find the perfect blend of form and function. The design was dictated by the art itself.

The focus of most museums is primarily on providing the best visual experience for the visitors.

This museum has to do that as well, plus provide each of the pieces in the collection with its own unique environment. Everyone involved had to

One area known as the Flooded Forest displays its inhabitants behind floor-to-ceiling walls of glass. It is as if the waters parted and allowed you to walk through it. This multidimensional exhibit is complemented by a hanging canopy of simulated ferns overhead, providing the sense of depth naturally found within the forest canopy.

While the other museums in town are forever linked to their noted architect, that is not the case at the MOLA; it is the result of the collaboration of many. And, here you will find that the animals are the artwork.

take into account not only how each animal would be best viewed, but also how they would ultimately thrive. The solutions they came up with are both seamless and groundbreaking.

One example is the stunning gharial exhibit.

“We had to take into account how you keep these crocodiles safely contained, while simulating their natural habitats to every extent possible,” said Michael Bennett, a principal with Gideon Toal, who served as lead designer on the project.

“Their tank is 90,000 gallons of water including a beachfront area,” he said. “It is especially exciting because the gharials have never been that visible before at our zoo, and also because they have never successfully been bred in captivity in the United States. The exhibit was designed with that goal in mind.”

The shining roofline, which is the MOLA’s most outstanding feature, was created with an undulating serpentine design covered with aluminum tiles. It is intended to mimic the movement of a slithering snake. The roof provided complex challenges for the design team.

It was a magnificent idea on paper, but the roof took an amazing amount of geometry and engineering expertise to actually achieve. The roof is a compound curve, which is then slightly twisted. It has never been tried before. The contractors had to be convinced to even attempt it. This amazing piece of eye candy will stop visitors in their tracks.

The other predominant feature is the remarkable stonework, all of which is natural and native to Texas. This mass of creamy limestone is broken up by shady wooden pergolas covering several viewing areas. There is a rhythm to the layout of the exterior skin of the building, which varies from the look of natural rock outcroppings with stacked field stone, to the modern feel of smooth, honed limestone blocks.

Every detail was meticulously designed. Even the cobra-shaped door handles were salvaged from the original building, thanks in part to a plea from Bennett’s own children.

“We decided to use them to link the old with the new Herpetarium, by including the iconic door hardware and making two additional castings of them for the new entrances and exits,” Bennett said. “It was an effort to continue and recreate all the great memories Fort Worth children have made here over the years.”

The Collection The artwork and the architecture were all created to focus their attention on the world-class collection housed inside.

This artwork is alive! About 70 percent of the species on exhibit were brought from the old Herpetarium, but 30 percent will be new to the Fort Worth audience, ensuring that visitors will see something they have never experienced before.

“The size and breadth of our collection, when combined with the art and architecture is astounding,” said Alexis Wilson, director of communications for the zoo. “To my knowledge, there is nothing else like it in the nation.”

One notable example is the enormous saltwater crocodile. This Australian transplant is believed to be the largest in captivity in the United States,

with a length of 15.5 feet and weighing about 1,300 pounds.

Another is the fascinating king cobra, who only shows off his terrifying hood when he feels threatened and is ready to strike. So far he seems quite happy in his new digs.

My husband, Mark Dabney, who was Gideon Toal’s Senior Project Manager on MOLA, says he was told that the cobra has only found the need to challenge a vacuum cleaner running outside his enclosure.

The central Discovery Hub is a pivot point in the building with its soaring rock walls and tiered clear story windows, bathing the space in natural light.

“The light looks different throughout the day” Bennett said. “Our idea was to capture and express the progression of the sun’s movement.”

It is an interactive room, where visitors can learn all about the four different categories of animals represented in MOLA. From crocodilians, turtles and tortoises, snakes and lizards, to amphibians, the area was designed to teach about their importance to the environment at large.

Here you will find a cutout window that allows a small glimpse of the scientific work going on behind-the-scenes. It offers an up-close view of the hatching and incubating of rare, and in many cases, highly endangered species. It is just a little window into all that goes on back there. An elaborate quarantine facility, various breeding programs and adequate room to properly rotate the animals on display, are all part of the impressive work being done at the Fort Worth Zoo.

Scientists report that in the next five to 10 years, around 32 percent of amphibians worldwide will face extinction, so using the word ‘crisis’ is not an overstatement of facts.

The Jamaican iguana was once thought extinct. When it was rediscovered by chance, the Fort Worth Zoo was called on for its expertise to hatch and care for some of these extremely rare creatures. Over the past 20 years, about 100 have been reintroduced to Jamaica through a partnership with Jamaica’s Hope Zoo.

A similar success story can be told of many other species. With their new state-of-the-art facilities, the Fort Worth Zoo will be on the forefront of such research for many years to come and be able to educate and motivate the conservationists of tomorrow.

MOLA represents a wonderful achievement in many respects.

It was a labor of love for Ramona Bass, who championed the project from the beginning. She is thrilled to introduce Fort Worth to its newest museum.

“From shimmering scales and brilliantly colored skins to intricately designed shells, each creature displays its own unique splendor,” she said. “They are the perfect complement to the building as well as its ultimate treasure. The building and animal collection combine to create one of the world’s foremost herpetariums.”

The Museum of Living Art is now open and ready for you to explore. It promises to entertain as well as educate museum-goers of all ages.

This artwork is alive! About 70 percent of the species on exhibit were brought from the old Herpetarium, but 30 percent will be new to the Fort Worth audience, ensuring that visitors will see something they have never experienced before.

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JoAnna sargent

A Celebration of Service

The annually held event, Fiesta de Oro, will raise funds to benefit the Lena Pope Home and honor the long-time board member, Marty Leonard, for 50 years of dedicated work.

Helping others thrive is how the Lena Pope Home serves the Fort Worth community daily. Since 1930, the organization has taken significant steps to achieve its mission of creating hope, happiness, and success for children and families. The Lena Pope Home has provided behavioral intervention for children and adolescents, counseling services for families and exceptional schools that strive to instill in its students the ethical values of integrity, responsibility and fairness that define good citizenship in the organization’s perspective. Fiesta de Oro (Party of Gold), an annual event hosted by Joe T. Garcia’s restaurant, raises funds to support the Lena Pope Home in its efforts to impact citizens' lives. April 13, 2010, will mark the event’s 31st anniversary.

Fort Worth locals coming out to Fiesta de Oro will enjoy themselves fully while supporting a good cause; an evening filled with live music, remarkable food and fun activities. In accordance with tradition, a silent auction will also be held to benefit programs at the Lena Pope home where finances are needed to aid clients. A notable feature of this year’s fundraiser will be the special award presented to Marty Leonard, a woman whose connection to the Lena Pope Home has lasted 50 years. “We’ll be celebrating one of our most valued board members,” commented Marilyn Sammons, the director of development. “She was on the board when they started this event and has just been such an angel to the Lena Pope Home.”

“Fiesta de Oro,” a favorite springtime event that benefits the Lena Pope Home, is held in the Fiesta Gardens at Joe T. Garcia’s and offers food, entertainment and a silent auction to party-goers. Lanny, Joe Jr., Liz & Joe Sr. Lancarte

She later added, “You couldn’t beat the Party of Gold to celebrate her golden anniversary.” According to Sammons, Leonard’s active work in the community and her desire to build strong families merits the recognition she will receive this night.

Patrons attending Fiesta de Oro will recognize that Leonard’s dedication, desire for healthy families and active involvement within a community characterize the Lena Pope organization as a whole. The alternative education schools, Behavioral Improvement Classes, and the Family Support program — offering residential treatment to those referred by the Juvenile Probation — demonstrate LPH’s commitment to helping youth with problematic pasts. Their priority of educating children is continually shown through their schools’ provision of programs that facilitate the learning process of its students. Finally, the affordability of services at the Lena Pope Home shows the extent of the organization’s concern in reaching everyone within the area needing help. The majority of the programs are free of charge. Other programs, such as the Family Matters Counseling program, can adjust fees to fit a family’s individual income level.

The organization, whose initial creation was inspired by a child’s wish, continues to have influence on a countless number of lives. More than 80 years ago, Conrad Pope, founder Lena Pope’s son, told his mom while suffering from diphtheria, “I see a big mansion out beyond the blue. You and my daddy must fill it with children.” Workers at the Lena Pope Home have more than fulfilled this child’s dream of having a large place where youth can come and be welcomed. It is a place where they can experience compassion and have people invested in every element of their lives. The second Tuesday of April at 6:30 p.m., all are invited to come out and celebrate another year of reaching out to others. The support of all is appreciated in helping the organization provide assistance to our surrounding community.

Award winning custom homebuilders, Sam Noel and Lee A. Hughes have combined efforts to create a distinct product specifically for Fort Worth. Noel, Owner of Monument Homes and Hughes, CEO of M averick Homes, have long been industry leaders in North Texas.

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Anahita Kalianivala

Big Steps for Tiny Feet

The Tarrant County division of March of Dimes has big plans to improve the lives of Fort Worth pregnant mothers and their babies as they host the 2010 March for Babies walk.

March of Dimes is one of the most recognizable nonprofits dedicated to child health. The organization’s mission — improving the health of infants by preventing premature birth, birth defects and infant mortality — is achieved through community service, education, advocacy and research. Though national in scale, the organization does much to improve the current and future lives of Fort Worth’s pregnant mothers and their babies.

The Texas Chapter hosts the annual March for Babies at 25 different walk sites across the state. Seventy six cents of every dollar raised in the event are used to support research and programs that foster healthy childbirths and infant lives. In 2009, the Tarrant County division raised $901,000 with its 6,000 participants. This year’s goal is $955,000, a step towards funding the 39 active research grants in Texas, valued at more than $8 million.

Each year, an Ambassador Family is chosen to highlight the impact the organization has on premature babies and their families. This year’s family is Aaron and Faith Deck and their 9-year-old twins, Brooke and David. Ten years ago, Brooke and David were born 10 weeks early and required serious medical assistance from the staff at Cook Children’s Medical Center. Their story is a celebration of the technology available at Cook Children’s, much of it made possible by March of Dimes’ research.

Rick Merrill, president and CEO of Cook Children’s, is the chair

of the 2010 March for Babies walk in Fort Worth. The partnership is particularly valuable because the hospital is a direct beneficiary of the funds that will be raised from the April 17 event. This year, the event will take place at Farrington Field at 9 a.m. March of Dimes also hosts local outreach efforts for expectant mothers across Tarrant County. The Honey Child project, founded in Tarrant County, is a faith-based program that works with African American women. “Prematurity affects these women at a far greater rate than any other culture,” said Alan Barron, executive director in Fort Worth. Comenzando bien is the partner program geared towards women of the Hispanic community. Both programs offer group-centered prenatal care and culturally appropriate information to support the healthiest possible pregnancies and birth outcomes.

In the late summer, Fort Worth March of Dimes hosts a community baby shower, a drive to collect baby food, formula, clothing and gently used furniture that they can then distribute to partner organizations. These organizations then pass along items to the clients they support.

For this nonprofit, community involvement is of the utmost importance. Like most, they rely on a large volunteer base, especially for events like March for Babies. “In a nonprofit, volunteers really are key to making anything happen,” said Kayla Adams, communications community director.

The efforts of March of Dimes and their volunteers “really change the way in which children are cared for in the hospitals,” said Adams. The direct partnership is another reason why Merrill’s involvement with the 2010 walk is so important. “This partnership is valuable to our community, and I am so proud to join … in this endeavor,” Merrill said.

by Anahita Kalianivala

Bright Futures Blossom

Gladney Center for Adoption is an internationally renowned adoption agency that has been serving local and far-reaching populations for the past 120 years.

Founded in 1887, Gladney began as a Fort Worth children’s home and evolved into what is now a global adoption agency and a local charity home. The agency has helped 36,000 birth parents and facilitated 28,000 placements in its history.

Gladney Center is dedicated to creating bright futures around the world, important because of their international distinction. The center facilitates adoptions across the country, as well as across national borders; it was among the first agencies in the U.S. to be accredited as a Hague-compliant agency. Locally, Gladney maintains the largest, most comprehensive maternity home in the country. The Fort Worth campus includes a dormitory for maternity clients, a counseling center and a multi-purpose community center.

Gladney’s outreach department is responsible for educating the public about adoption and the agency’s work.

“It’s not only our job to educate the community about adoption but also to educate professionals who work with women who may experience an unplanned pregnancy,” Jennifer Lanter, outreach manager and public information officer, said. Outreach efforts extend into churches, schools, doctors’ offices and Planned Parenthood agencies.

Central to its mission of bright futures is Gladney’s commitment to Family for Life. The agency recognizes that adoption is a lifelong jour-

ney and thus provides programs and support that extend beyond a child’s placement. Lifelong postadoptive services are offered to birth mothers, adoptive families and adopted children. Lanter said it’s important for “children to understand they are loved from the beginning and will be loved till the end.”

The agency also provides another outlet for families through the Gladney Family Associations. GFAs are organized groups of adoptive parents in different states across the country. Their purpose is to provide education, support and to raise money for Gladney Center. In addition, the associations “offer lots of opportunities for adopted children to interact with each other,” said Lanter.

The Greater Fort Worth GFA will host its annual Blossoms in the Dust event on April 15. The event is named so after the 1941 feature film that tells the story of Edna Gladney, the woman responsible for beginning the adoption functions of the agency. For the original event, started in 1965, actor Greer Garson, who had portrayed Gladney in the film, made an appearance at the luncheon.

This year, the event’s Master of Ceremonies will be local legend Pat Green. The 46th annual Blossoms in the Dust event will include a luncheon, style show and bazaar. The Lesli Amend Award will also be presented at Blossoms. Tammy Miller is the winner of the 2010 award. Miller is being recognized for her outstanding spirit, commitment and dedication to the Gladney Center.

Blossoms in the Rough is an annual golf tournament, developed as a spin-off event by the GFA fathers. Always in Tarrant County, this year’s tournament will be held on April 23 at Waterchase in Fort Worth. The Gladney Cup is a larger, national golf tournament the agency puts on every other year. The location rotates among the cities of Washington, D.C., New York and Fort Worth. In Fort Worth, the tournament is played at Colonial.

Jody Dean

Jody Dean is an Emmy Award-winning, 35-year broadcast veteran and author. He graduated from Paschal High School, currently hosts the Morning Show on 98.7

Doing What You Love Isn’t Good Enough

Wouldn't

life be perfect if you only had to do what you want to do? But it doesn't work that way. Here's how it works: Being the best you can be at whatever you must do leads to satisfaction — and success.

Good food is like a good marriage. The right ingredients in attentive hands make for beautiful results.

Of course if someone in the kitchen gets distracted, disaster may ensue. I’ve lost count of how many times I’ve turned to see a saucepan boiling over — and Fireman Box taught me long ago to have some baking soda handy for the inevitable grease fires.

The key of course is to actually stay in the kitchen and use the tools at hand. Too many people these days feel a little heat and just walk away — leaving the whole house to burn down. There might be a point where you can’t do anything about it and have to get out, but we’ve learned to recoil from our own abilities. In a microwave world, all popcorn should be perfect in two minutes and 20 seconds. Anything more than that is a crisis.

Paul Harvey wrote an essay once about the beauty of dirt roads, in that they force us to slow down and appreciate the journey. Once upon a time, going to the library and finding the right book was an adventure. Now we suffer if we only have dial-up.

y’all have seen the markets today — so if anyone would like to buy me lunch later, I’d sure appreciate it.” The crowd howled.

You can’t joke like that if you haven’t put out some fires. Restaurateurs are especially resilient. That's a business that does to new entries what Sherman did to Atlanta, and you have to be really good to survive. For instance, do you realize that Park Hill Café has been doing business just off University for more than a decade now? Even though it sits above the Forest Park Zoo near TCU, that intersection is not the easiest place to make a go of it. But what a sunny little place that is — with delicious salads, pastas, wraps, and specialty teas and coffees — and one of the best Reuben sandwiches in Fort Worth.

I admire entrepreneurs. They hang in there through the vicissitudes of demand and tastes —and no matter how hard they get punched, they always pop back up like a child’s inflatable boxing toy.

This is one of many reasons I admire entrepreneurs. They hang in there through the vicissitudes of demand and tastes —and no matter how hard they get punched, they always pop back up like a child’s inflatable boxing toy.

When the economy crashed a few years ago, I was at the VA Medical Center in Dallas for the dedication of a new building made possible by a huge gift from T. Boone Pickens. Having hunted on his giant Panhandle ranch recently, it’s obvious he has plenty to give —but it came neither easy nor overnight. The way things went that day, he probably lost a billion dollars in the time it took for me to introduce him. Everyone in the crowd knew the game was changing as we gathered, and that Pickens had a lot of chips on the table. Taking the podium he said, “I’m sure

Then there’s Tom’s Burgers and Grill on Cooper at I-30. Housed in what once was a Denny’s, getting in and out in heavy traffic can be an adventure. But once inside, the music whisks you back to the time of the Platters and Buddy Holly — and everything on the menu is a Solid Gold Hit with a Bullet. From the breakfast menu to the magnificent hamburgers, it all gets a 10 and you can dance to it – plus, Tom’s serves the best onion rings I’ve ever had. Anywhere. Given that Tom’s is on a hill over an interstate at a nasty bridge, there’s no way the place should still be in business — unless it’s incredibly good. It is.

I don’t think things work — be they marriages, kitchens, multi-billion dollar fortunes, or little restaurants in times or places that are tough — because the people behind them do what they love. That would be nice, but few people ever get that chance. Life is not always so convenient. Either the opportunity never presents itself, or we decide one day that we don’t love “what we do” as much as we thought we did. Nope. I think the things that work are the result of people who decide to love whatever it is they do. And then they do it with all their might.

Steve Pickett

CBS 11/TXA 21 News Reporter

I’ve done it so many times I’ve lost count. Take a deep breath. Close my eyes. Exhale. Time to focus on the job ahead, not the insanity that surrounds. I’ve done it before knocking at the doors of parents who’ve lost children to murder. I’ve done it before interviewing a husband at his wife’s graveside, after finding few clues about her hit-and-run killing. I did it in 2005 after crossing the border from Kuwait to Iraq with a convoy of U.S soldiers.

And I did it on Jan. 16, 2010, when I arrived in Port Au Prince, Haiti. But this time, the preparation ritual that so often accompanies me on my newsgathering assignments would not be enough.

Haiti was too much, too widespread, too sad.

For the past 14 years I’ve written and covered every type of news story or event for CBS 11 News. When Executive Producer Kelly Woodard called me and asked, “Is your passport updated?” I knew what was next.

Within 24 hours, along with CBS 11/TXA 21 photojournalist Edgar Solis, I would board a private, chartered jet and begin the journey of documenting the emergency medical response of a team of North Texas physicians and nurses headed to Haiti. Most had never encountered the level of trauma, disease and injuries awaiting them. The team would save lives, amputate limbs and watch a woman die when their treatment couldn’t fight off the infection ravaging her body. Did I mention most of this effort would take place in the court-

yard of an earthquake-damaged hospital?

I can’t adequately illustrate the pervasive pain this earthquake passed on to the people of the island nation.

At every turn, there was crumbling concrete. Churches, schools, stores and houses were mounds of rocks and dust. Thousands of people were walking the streets, just to walk. There was no place to go.

Often you’d find a large group, mostly men, surrounding a collapsed building. The awful smell in the air would tell you the story before the men could. The bodies of their family members, their friends, neighbors, were still in the rubble. They endured the stench in hopes of finding someone alive. “He’s in there. I know it,” one man pleaded with me in an attempt to show his loved one’s photograph to Edgar’s camera lens.

As I walked down a narrow, winding street, I approached a Haitian work crew. They looked like a street cleaning team. Again, my nose provided the details before my eyes confirmed

them. The men were removing decomposing bodies lined up on the corner, brought to the site by those who had no place else to take them.

That’s when it became clear that this disaster would be unlike any other I’d covered previously. Hurricane Katrina was horrible. Haiti’s widespread devastation was incomprehensible.

It was particularly painful when I encountered two people: One was a little girl; the other was an older woman who remarkably resembled my late grandmother.

The medical team from Dallas’ Forest Park Medical Center fed, hugged, stitched and bandaged dozens of men, women and children who endured broken limbs, head injuries and severe burns. Six-year-old Gabrielle’s (we never knew her last name) foot was so badly damaged, the Dallas surgeons had to remove several toes. I was told Gabrielle’s parents were killed in the earthquake.

A young man who spoke Creole motioned me over to the little girl’s bed under a tree, then left. I never knew who he was. For the next hour, I sat at this child’s bedside giving her candy, in an attempt to soothe her physical and emotional pain. She would look at me and quietly cry out.

I couldn’t understand what she was saying, but I instinctively knew every word. She was calling for family, her mother.

As I turned away, in an attempt to maintain my composure, to keep a reporter’s adequate distance, I turned to the face of my grandmother. The woman was being treated for an injury to her chest. The doctors were confident she would be fine. I couldn’t take my eyes off her. I watched her for two days. Her silence spoke to me. It said, “Do more than report this story. Care about us. Help us.”

Haiti’s horror is not just a story of crumbled buildings, casualties and relief efforts. It is a story of people rich with culture, tradition and struggle. It is an awful disaster.

But the healing hands of North Texans — and the telling eyes of a little girl and an elderly woman — guided me beyond trying to keep my focus exclusively on the job ahead. I allowed myself to feel the pain — and beyond that, hope — for the people of Haiti.

And I will be forever changed because of my experience.

a whimsical approach to motherhood » by shauna Glenn

Something Has to Go in a Crowded Life

Adding years is attractive — depending completely on where you add them.

I’m pretty sure the dental hygienist thinks I’m a whack job.

What I’m about to tell you may shock and horrify you.

Many of you may decide to never read my column again.

I will totally understand. In fact, I would hardly blame you.

Because sometimes in life there are certain things a person can reveal about herself that will change everything you ever believed about her.

So, here goes.

I don’t floss.

Like, ever.

It doesn’t even cross my mind. Why?

I don’t know … because I’m busy? It’s boring? It takes up precious minutes that I could be using to do other things like order stuff online?Did I mention I’m busy?

Seriously, all joking aside, I don’t get why it’s such a big deal. But please don’t get the wrong impression of me. I have excellent hygiene. I mean it’s not like I don’t brush my teeth.

I brush my teeth like nobody’s business … sometimes more than three times a day.

But flossing? Not so much. And honestly, I don’t think God wants us to clean in between our teeth or he wouldn’t have put them so close together. Does this make sense to nobody but me?

Please don’t judge me.

The dental hygienist judges me enough for all of us.

On a recent trip to the dentist, we shared this exchange.

“So … how many times a week are you flossing?”

“Um. Zero?”

She made a face like she’d just eaten something really sour.

“You don’t floss your teeth AT ALL?”

I was starting to get flashbacks to the time when I was in high school and got sent to the principal’s office for skipping school to go hang out on the lake with my friends. Clearly, I was in trouble here and possibly about to be sent to detention.

“I just don’t like doing it. It takes too long. And I don’t have any floss.”

“Well, I can give you floss. You can have all the floss you want. It’s really important you floss every day. It will add five years to your life.”

“Yes, but five years where?”

“Pardon me? I don’t understand.”

“Five years in the middle? Like the part of my life where I’m still going to the bathroom on my own and chewing food in a solid form? Or … five years near the end of my life when I’m wearing a Depends and sucking cheeseburgers through a straw? Because that makes a difference on whether or not I want five years added.”

There was an uncomfortable silence. I feel like she is thinking I should be locked up in a mental institution. Which, let’s be honest, wouldn’t be the first time someone thought that. I have a tendency to do that to people.

The pause between what I just said and now was getting extremely awkward. So I did what I always do in these situations. I changed the subject.

“So. You got kids?”

“Uh. Yes. I have three kids.”

“And you have time to floss?”

“Yes. I make time to floss because I really believe it’s important for my overall health.”

“Hmm. I’m guessing you don’t eat cheeseburgers then.”

“I do occasionally.”

“I hear if you don’t eat cheeseburgers you can add 10 years to your life.”

She let out an audible sigh. “You’re not going to start flossing are you?”

“I’d rather give up cheeseburgers.”

“We’re all done here.”

She reached for my chart and began furiously scribbling on it. Part of me wanted desperately to read what she was writing and the other part felt it was better if I didn’t. I was pretty sure it said something like this:

“Asked patient about her flossing habits to which she replied she does NOT floss. Am pretty sure she is clinically insane because she kept talking about cheeseburgers. Recommend she be gassed at the next visit so there will be little or no interaction. Diagnosis: This chick is crazy.”

To floss or not to floss?

That is the question.

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Side Effects May Occur

Heywood’s latest dose of reality

One of the most powerful forces in nature is the side effect. My grandfather pointed this out to me years ago. One day he told me that good friends are like toasters. If you throw them down the stairs, they won’t make you toast anymore.

But once we got him back on his medication, he later told me something that I will never forget. He said, “Little Heywood. There are no bad ideas after five margaritas.” And you know what? He was right. If you don’t believe it, take a look at Rivercrest Country Club. In 1981, the decision to approve that building design by the membership was the side effect of a two-hour open bar prior to the vote.

The final results of impaired thinking rarely turn out well. However, some entities have used it to their advantage.

Take Southwest Airlines for example. Back in the early ‘70s, there was a real need for commuter air travel in Texas, particularly between Dallas and Houston. The co-founders of the airline knew it could be successful, but they also knew that there would initially be scheduling nightmares between Houston’s Hobby Airport and Dallas’s Love Field. Investing in an airline that was sure to be running late 90 percent of the time seemed like a bad idea. So how did they pull it off? By pulling a page out of Granddaddy’s playbook.

What other airline could have instituted a “cheek tax?”

But not all side effects are detrimental to the user.

I think it’s safe to assume that the pharmaceutical industry has been one of the biggest moneymakers over the past 40 years. However, some of its most popular drugs have been bought not for what they were originally intended to treat, but rather for the side effects.

Take Rogaine for example. It was originally prescribed to treat high blood pressure, but upon six-month follow-ups, doctors noticed that patients were starting to resemble werewolves. Waiting rooms started looking like a veterinarian’s office. Patients looked ready to howl, fetch a ball or chase a Buick down Camp Bowie. But Rogaine became the best hair restoration drug on the market.

Take Rogaine for example. It was originally prescribed to treat high blood pressure, but upon six-month follow-ups, doctors noticed that patients were starting to resemble werewolves. Waiting rooms started looking like a veterinarian’s office. Patients looked ready to howl, fetch a ball or chase a Buick down Camp Bowie. But Rogaine became the best hair restoration drug on the market.

They combined cheap drinks with drop-dead gorgeous stewardesses. A flight on Southwest soon became a party that you never wanted to end. Passengers not only didn’t care when they landed, they didn’t care if they landed. On one flight that was running well over two hours late, some of us approached the captain and begged him to continue circling.

This strategy was brilliant and kept Southwest solvent during its stormy beginning, allowing it to eventually become one of the most successful airlines in the world. How successful? Over the past 25 years, it’s been able to charge overweight passengers for an extra seat.

Another drug that I believe has become popular for its side effect is Adderall. Unfortunately, the side effect can be dangerous. It’s now used more than Ritalin for the treatment of ADD (attention deficit disorder) and ADHD (attention deficit hyperactivity disorder). Basically a stimulant, when taken correctly, it works very well. However, students are using it as a study aid to gain more energy and increase their focus before an exam.

Not surprisingly, they have also discovered its recreational benefits. Partying can go on all night. But one of the primary side effects is weight loss. That effect has not gone unnoticed. I’ve seen high school girls so thin they could stand under a clothesline to get out of the sun. I’ve seen some 98-pound moms with spotless homes, who haven’t blinked in months. But man, were they focused.

Sadly, the fear of weight gain is stronger than the fear of addiction.

I’m often asked where I gained all this insight.

Let me put it this way. A wise man can see more from the bottom of a well than a fool can see from a mountaintop. So if someone would help me down off this mountain, I’d really appreciate it.

As the Designer Account Executive for the Fort Worth (Camp Bowie) Sherwin-Williams, it is my pleasure to work with interior design professionals. I know many of you already and those that I don’t, I look forward to working with soon.

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Interiors by Decorating Den

SPECIALTY: Interior Decorator. CERTIFICATION: DDCD. HONORS: Decorator Of the Year, numerous design competition awards, published in 14 national magazines and six hardcover books. PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIPS: ASID. GREATEST PERSONAL ACHIEVEMENT: “The fact that my husband and I raised two wonderful children. My daughter is earning a graduate degree in Math Education at NYU, and my son is a sophomore majoring in Drama at OU.” GREATEST PROFESSIONAL ACHIEVEMENT: “Being named Decorator of the Year and having many of my clients’ design projects published.” WHY YOU SHOULD CHOOSE HER: “I have 18 years experience and I work at making a design project fun and exciting. My goal is to create a room that reflects a client’s personality and suits their personal needs.” WHAT TO EXPECT: “On an initial meeting with a client, we will tour areas they wish to decorate, and we will discuss our initial

thoughts about the design. We will also view my portfolio and frame out a budget.” MOTTO: “Interior design that enhances your life.” SPECIAL INTERESTS: “I present design seminars to raise funds for Meals on Wheels and the Susan G. Komen Foundation.” FREE ADVICE: “Find a decorator who listens — they will incorporate your ideas and favorite things into the design plan. Enjoying each other’s company throughout the process makes it a pleasure.” DESIGN PHILOSPHY: “To live as we once did is the most modern of luxuries.”

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Adrian W. Wright Wright at Home

FOCUS: Full design services for new construction and significant remodeling. GREATEST PERSONAL ACCOMPLISHMENT: “Doing what I love to do ... and getting paid for it! The old saying, ‘Do what you love, and you’ll never work another day in your life,’ is true. I have been blessed with the best of both worlds — my retail store, Wright at Home, where I enjoy meeting and working with different people every day, and my design consulting business, Wright at Home Design Group.” GREATEST PROFESSIONAL ACHIEVEMENT: “Wright at Home was featured in Elle Decor magazine within six months of opening.” CURRENT TRENDS: “Cleaner lines, classic sophistication, color and great textures.” WHAT SETS HIM APART: Wright’s 21 years of experience as a design consultant has graced commercial, residential, hospitality,

multifamily and clubhouse properties. He offers reliable contractors and an in-house design studio featuring samples from the industry’s leading manufacturers like: Scalamandre, Robert Allen, Kravet, Lee Jofa, Schumacher, Donghia and Pollack Fabrics, GP&JBaker, Greeff and Gramercy. “I have the ability to develop different design formats — from contemporary, European, elegance, traditional, transitional to French Modern.” FREE ADVICE: “When choosing a design consultant, ask for a referral from friends. Once you’ve found the right consultant, develop a realistic budget and time frame.”

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Jewel Ball

More than 2000 guests attended the 56th annual Jewel Charity Ball, A Time for Giving. The Ball was held at the Omni Hotel. Jeanie Lusky was president of the 2009 Jewel Ball. Debby Brown is incoming president.

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Andy Warhol Opening

Art lovers were in awe at the opening of the Andy Warhol exhibit, “The Last Decade.” Guests enjoyed cocktails while gathering among great works at the Modern Art Museum of Fort Worth.

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Pinnacle Pain Medicine

At the Forefront of Pain Medicine

Chronic pain can severely impact your physical, emotional and psychological well-being, ultimately affecting your quality of life. This kind of pain, which often continues for 24 hours a day, 7 days a week for 3 months or more, is often related to disease or an injury. Whatever the cause, the physicians of Pinnacle Pain Medicine can provide immediate relief as well as long-term gain. We offer a comprehensive approach to the treatment of pain which has proven to achieve the best results.

Renowned as one of the Metroplex’s leading pain medicine practices, Pinnacle Pain Medicine is dedicated to improving the care of our patients through prevention, diagnosis, treatment and rehabilitation of painful disorders. Our physicians work with a team of specialists to take into consideration not only the individual’s pain, but also any other physical, emotional or psychological difficulties.

Dr. Scott Berlin, Dr. Andrew Cottingham, Dr. Don Enty, Dr. Brian Flanagan, Dr. Christopher Ince, Dr. Andrew Konen and Dr. Michael Phillips were the first to bring several advanced interventional therapies to the Metroplex and are considered experts in virtually every leading-edge pain technology and treatment available. All Pinnacle Pain Medicine Physicians are certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology and have extensive experience relieving pain.

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Fort Worth, Texas magazine sent more than 3,000 local physicians a survey, asking them to voluntarily rate their peers and name the best doctors in Tarrant County. Medical professionals willing to participate went online to cast their votes.

While Fort Worth, Texas magazine provided the fields of specialty, the physicians identified the professionals they regard as being leaders in those fields.

The final results were submitted to a select panel of physicians for review.

Allergy/Immunology

Allergists and Immunologists treat disorders that attack the immune system and people who suffer adverse reactions to food, drugs, chemicals, immune deficiency diseases and even insect stings.

Susan Bailey

Bob Lanier

Robert Rogers

Rajendra Tanna

Normand Tremblay

Anesthesiology

Anesthesiologists are responsible for monitoring and stabilizing vital signs while administering the drugs that will render a patient unconscious during an operation.

Kathleen Bajaj

Amit Darnule

James Harper

Gordon McAdams

Creighton Pickett

Eric Silverman

Cardio Thoracic Surgery

Cardio Thoracic Surgeons provide operative and perioperative care to patients with conditions within the chest and heart including

coronary arteries, valves, lungs, esophagus and diaphragm.

Darien Bradford

Reza Khalafi

Jeffrey Lin

Richard Vigness

Albert Yurvati

Cardiology

Cardiologists diagnose and treat heart problems, such as angina, high blood pressure and valve abnormalities, but they do not perform surgery.

Dale Anderson

Michael J. Duran

Scott Ewing

Richard Feingold

Timothy Hadden

Randy Hall

Giri Mundluru

Joseph Ortenberg

Billie Pugh

David Slife

Keith Vasenius

Balaji Veerappan

Martin Weiss

Colon/Rectal Surgery

A Colon and Rectal Surgeon is trained to diagnose and treat various diseases of the small intestine, colon, rectum, anal canal and perianal area by medical and surgical means also

Process:

• Sample ballot notifying the medical community of the voting process and the ballot Web site address were mailed to the members of the Tarrant County Medical Society and the Texas Osteopathic Medical Association.

• Voting took place online. Those voting had to supply credential numbers in order to be able to participate.

• Credentials of those nominated were verified through access to public records.

dealing with other organs and tissues involved with primary intestinal disease.

Eduardo Castillo

Cliff Cox

Glenn Hooker

Augustine Lee

Paul Senter

Britton West

Cosmetic Surgery

Cosmetic Surgeons are Plastic Surgeons who specialize in the cosmetic enhancement of areas of the body improving overall appearance and to optimize the outcome of reconstructive procedures using aesthetic surgical principles.

Richard Ethridge

Raymond Faires

Kelly Kunkel

Larry Reaves

Dennis Schuster

Louis Strock

James Ward

Dermatology

Dermatologists treat problems of the skin, hair, nails and mucous membranes, such as warts, dandruff and skin cancer.

Thomas Busick

Peter Malouf

Diego Marra

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D. Scott Miller

Laura Morris

Robin Roberts

Patrick Walsh

Emergency Care

Emergency room doctors provide care to patients seeking immediate attention for ailments ranging from common colds to gunshot wounds.

Gerald Chase

Richard Dixon

Dennis Haslam

Arun Raghavan

Elliot Trotter

Endocrinology

Endocrinologists treat glandular and hormonal problems, such as diabetes and thyroid disorders.

Chris Bajaj

Jaime Castro

Darren Lackan

Kenneth Mair

Imran Patel

David Wilson

Gastroenterology

Gastroenterologists treat problems of the digestive system, from heartburn to hiatal hernias, ulcers and liver disease.

Shahid Aziz

Mike Bismar

• To provide useful information as a supplement for input from other sources. (If you have a good relationship with a doctor, do not let this cause an unnecessary change.)

• Physicians from the medical community selected these doctors. However, many highly regarded professionals do not appear on this list. We hope you will find these results useful when you find yourself in need of a physician. These are some of the best. Please join us in congratulating the physicians chosen for this honor.

• By including a doctor on the list, Fort Worth, Texas magazine in no way recommends or endorses his or her services.

Robert Burgos

Adil Choudhary

Virat Dave

Thomas Dewar

Josh George

Kumar Gutta

Dan Morton

Mark Murray

James Nackley

Monte Troutman

General Surgery

A General Surgeon has expertise in the diagnosis and care of patients with diseases and disorders affecting abdomen, digestive tract, endocrine system, breast, skin and blood vessels. They are also trained in the care of pediatric and cancer patients and in patients who are injured or critically ill.

Scott Bloemendal

Michael Brooks

Antonio Castaneda

Mark Collins

John Crawford

Peter Grays

Micheal Korenman

Doug Lorimer

Robert Lovett

Wesley Marquart

James Norman

Peter Rutledge

Nabeel Shabout

Martha Wills

General Family Practice

General or family practitioners are primary care doctors who treat both children and adults and refer their patients to specialists when necessary.

Daniel Chadwick

Steve Cole

Michael Dotti

William Drake

David Dunn

Maria Fawcett

Peter Green

James Harvey

Michael Jutras

Christopher King

W.S. Lorimer, III

Precious Marquart

Cody Mihills

Chris Pratt

Luis Retamozo

Joyce Stroud

Geriatrics

Geriatricians specialize in problems of aging, including Alzheimer’s disease, Parkinson’s disease and incontinence.

Kendra Belfi

Paul Kim

Janice Knebl

Gynecological Oncology

Gynecological oncologists treat female patients with cancer of the reproductive organs.

Kenneth Hancock

Mark Messing

DeEtte Vasques

Gynecology/ Obstetrics

A gynecologist specializes in the female reproductive system; an obstetrician treats patients during pregnancy, labor and delivery.

Laura Bradford

Cynthia English

Noushin Firouzbakht

Julia Flowers

Lisa Gardner

James Herd

Kollier Hinkle

Michael Howell

Jennifer Motley

Jason Neef

Heather Neville

Richard Ondrizek

Tracy Papa

Rebecca Reyes

Bannie Tabor

Larry Tatum

Elisabeth Wagner

Ruth Wiley

Hematology

Hematologists specialize in blood disorders, such as anemia and hemophilia, as well as cancer.

Kathleen Crowley

Asad Dean

Lance Mandell

Mary Milam

Mary Ann Skiba

Infectious Diseases

Infectious disease specialists treat viral and bacterial diseases, such as pneumonia, tuberculosis and Lyme disease, and are the primary care providers for people with HIV and AIDS.

Barbara Atkinson

Daniel Barbaro

Catherine Colquit

Cheryl McDonald

Scott Rojas

Bryan Youree

Internal Medicine

Internists diagnose and treat disorders involving internal organs and often function as family doctors, referring patients to specialists.

Pavani Bellary

Bobby Brock

Charles Carlton

John Dang

Alan Davenport

Craig Dearden

Kevin Eldridge

Roger Eppstein

Teresa Godbey

Carlos Japas

Steven Johnson

Niraj Mehta

Muhammed Mughal

Morvarid Rezaie

James Roland

Interventional Pain

Interventional pain

management is devoted to the diagnosis and treatment of pain-related disorders through generally minimally invasive techniques.

Patrick Prevo

Robert Menzies

Steve Simmons

Neonatology

Neonatologists practice a subspecialty of pediatrics concentrating on the diseases and care of newborns in the early postnatal period.

Chad Barber

Robert Ursprung

Terri Weinman

Nephrology

These specialists treat kidney disorders ranging from urinary tract infections to kidney failure.

Carlos Bahrami

Rajesh Davda

Ira Epstein

Abdul Hafeez

Darrell Hirt

Linh Le

Neurology

Neurologists treat diseases of the nervous system, ranging from headaches and back pain to epilepsy and the problems associated with strokes.

Lincoln Chin

Charlece Hughes

Stephen Hurlbut

Thomas Leavens

Jeff Mcglothlin

William Mcintosh

Vinit Mehrotra

Neurosurgery

Neurological Surgeons provide surgical and non-surgical care for patients with disorders of the nervous system, brain, skull,

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spinal cord and nerves.

Brent Alford

Juan Bartolomei

Phil Bechtel

George Cravens

David Donahue

Tom Ellis

David Kosmoski

Raymond LeBlanc

David Rothbart

Abdolreza Siadati

Diana Wilson

Oncology

Oncologists study cancerous tumors and seek to understand their development, diagnosis, treatment and prevention.

David Barrera

James Bordelon

Asad Dean

Gregory Freiss

Prasanthi Ganesa

Shadan Mansoor

Mary Milam

Angel Negron

John Nugent

Sanjay Oommen

Ray Page

Vinaya Potluri

Bibas Reddy

Mark Redrow

Michael Ross

Henry Xiong

Robyn Young

Ophthalmology

Ophthalmologists are medically trained to diagnose and treat eye problems.

David Callanan

Jerry Hu

Michael Hunt

Eric Packwood

Ann Ranelle

H. William Ranelle

Brian Ranelle

Wayne Solley

Oral and Maxillofacial

Surgery

Oral and Maxillofacial

Surgeons care for patients with problem wisdom teeth, facial pain, and misaligned jaws. They treat accident victims suffering facial injuries, place dental implants, care for patients with oral cancer, tumors and cysts of the jaws, and perform facial cosmetic surgery.

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Daniel Dugan

John P. Stella

Orthopedic Surgery

Orthopaedic Surgeons specialize in patients with musculoskeletal disorders from trauma, infections, tumors, deformities, injuries, and degenerative diseases of the spine, hands, feet, knee, hip, shoulder and elbow.

Bruce Bollinger

Anthony Brentlinger

Ajai Cadambi

Cory Collinge

Kerry Donegan

Michael Duffy

Shawn Henry

James Herbertson

John Malonis

Michael Mycoskie

Arvind Nana

Danny Nicholls

Patrick Peters

Ted Peters

Robert Ranelle

Frank Rodriguez

Robert Schmidt

Frank Swords

Russell Wagner

Otolaryngology

These doctors treat ear, nose and throat problems, including head and neck cancers.

John L. Fewins Jr.

Jefferson Lowrey

Michelle Marcincuk

Todd Samuelson

Monty Trimble

Jeremy Watkins

Palliative Care

Palliative care specialists provide various forms of medical care or treatment to concentrate on reducing the severity of disease symptoms or slowing a disease’s progress, rather than providing a cure.

David Capper

Donald Andrew Langley

Alvin J. Mathe

Todd Pearson

Pediatric Surgery

Pediatric Surgeons are general surgeons who specialize in the diagnosis and care of premature and newborn infants, children and adolescents with conditions such as abnormalities in fetal stages, repair of birth defects, treatment of cancer and injuries.

Jose Iglesias

James Miller

W. Glaze Vaughan

Pediatrics

Pediatricians specialize in the development of children and treatment of childhood diseases.

Sherri Burke

Julie Crawford

John Dalton

Walter Halpenny

Mark Jones

Bradley Mercer

Julee Morrow

L. Caron Murchison

Jay Murphy

Stephanie Perdue

Ray N. Rhodes

Audrey Rogers

Tom Rogers

Jenica Rose-Stine

Steve Senevey

Jason Terk

Plastic/ Reconstructive Surgery

Plastic Surgeons deals with the repair, reconstruction or replacement of physical defects of form or function involving the skin, musculoskeletal system, craniomaxillofacial structures, hand, extremities, breast and trunk and external genitalia or cosmetic enhancement of these areas of the body. Plastic Surgeons use cosmetic surgical principles to both improve overall appearance and to optimize the outcome of reconstructive procedures using aesthetic surgical principles.

Robert Anderson

Basith Ghazali

Jonathan Heistein

Kelly Kunkel

Danielle LeBlanc

Anthony Nakamura

Larry Reaves

Vishnu Rumalla

Podiatry

Podiatrists specialize in treatment of foot problems.

Gary Bartholomew

Doug Boyd

Brian Carpenter

Clayton Culp

Alan Garrett

Randy Lew

Steven Lund

Travis Motley

Richard Nichols

Psychiatry

Psychiatrists treat patients with mental disorders ranging from chronic depression and stressrelated illnesses to schizophrenia and manic depression, using both verbal and drug therapies.

Jennifer Heath

Debra Kowalski

Puskoor Kumar

Gary Malone

Carol Nati

Ross Tatum

A. Scott Winter

Pulmonary Disease

Pulmonologists treat diseases of the lungs and bronchial tubes, such as emphysema, bronchitis, pneumonia and lung cancer.

Adesubomi Agoro

Hisham Bismar

John R. Burk

Kevin Connelly

Henry Cunningham

Steven Davis

Sami Hadeed

Gary L. Jones

Madhu Kollipara

Stuart McDonald

David Ostransky

Jim Siminski

Radiology Oncology

Radiology Oncology is the treatment of cancer and other diseases with high energy (ionising) radiation.

Jerry L. Barker

Matt Cavey

Rafael Chan

Peter LaNasa

Kathleen Shide

Radiology/Invasive Radiology

Radiologists read X-rays, CAT scans and MRIs to diagnose problems and treat patients who

have various diseases.

Stuart Aronson

Thomas Livingston

Daniel G. Oshman

Lincoln Patel

Richard Pickering

Rehabilitation/ Physical Medicine

A Physiatrist is a physician specializing in physical medicine and rehabilitation. Physiatrists treat a wide range of problems from sore shoulders to spinal cord injuries.

Craig Danshaw

Michael Garcia

Howard Holbrooks

Ryan Reeves

Reproductive Endocrinology

These specialists diagnose and treat infertility and may be trained in gynecology or urology.

Kathy Doody

Robert A. Kaufmann

Anna Nackley

Rheumatology

Rheumatologists treat disorders of the muscles, joints and related tissues, specializing in arthritis, lupus and other autoimmune disorders.

Sonia Bajaj

Emily Isaac Claudio Lehmann

Bernard Rubin

Sports

Medicine

Sports medicine doctors aid in the diagnosis, treatment, prevention and rehabilitation of injuries sustained to the muscles and joints of amateur and professional athletes.

Damond Blueitt

James Bothwell

John Conway

Steven J. Meyers

Geoffrey Millican

Urology

Urologists specialize in the urinary tracts of males and females, and the reproductive system of males.

Jeff Applewhite

Ira Hollander

John W. Johnson

F. H. Trey Moore

Dennis Ortiz

Kirk Pinto

J. Andrew Pumphrey

David Rittenhouse

David Shepherd

Scott Thurman

Thomas Truelson

Michael Walter

Todd Young

Vascular Surgery

These surgeons treat disorders of the veins and arteries, such as varicose veins, phlebitis, narrowing of the carotid artery and stroke.

Benjamin Bowers

Harshal Broker

Joseph Guinn

Steven Hudgens

Johnna Knust

Jeffrey Lin

Manouchehr Nazarian

Jon Senkowsky

David Stroman

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Doctors Worth KnoWing

the doctor-patient relationship is one of life’s most important partnerships, and choosing the right practitioner can make a marked difference. To help you select a practitioner who will meet your needs, the following doctors want to tell you more about themselves, their practices and how partnering with them will improve the quality of your life. The

Lisa L. Gardner, D.O.

SPECIALTY: OB/GYN. EDUCATION: University of Texas at San Antonio, University of North Texas Health Science Center in Fort Worth, Board eligible. PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIPS: Texas Medical Association, Tarrant County Medical Society, Fort Worth OB/ GYN Society, American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists, American College of Osteopathic Obstetricians and Gynecologists. AFFILIATIONS: Harris Methodist Southwest, USMD Fort Worth. GREATEST PERSONAL ACHIEVEMENT: “Being married to my husband for 16 years and raising my precious daughter, Abby, who attends All Saints Episcopal School.” HONORS: Voted Top Doc 2007-

2010 Fort Worth, Texas magazine. GREATEST PROFESSIONAL ACCOMPLISHMENT: Being able to maintain great relationships with my patients and delivering most of my own babies. I have also brought a great office team together that provide great care and support to patients. PHILANTHROPY: College program donor; Susan G. Komen Foundation; SafeHaven. INNOVATIONS: Essure Tubal Occlusion (permanent birth control) Essure Accredited physician, and ThermaChoice Ablation procedure for women who have heavy cycles, both performed in the office. These procedures are usually at a cost of an office co-payment only. Gardner offers laparoscopic hysterectomy,

Huguley Medical Associates

SPECIALTY: Opening in September 2007 with two primary care and two specialty physicians, Huguley Medical Associates currently has 21 physicians focusing on primary care, pediatrics, OB/ GYN, rheumatology, endocrinology, gastroenterology, pain management, general surgery, cardiothoracic/vascular surgery, and foot and ankle surgery. More physicians are scheduled to join Huguley Medical Associates in the near future. PATIENT CARE: As a non-profit, wholly owned subsidiary of Huguley Memorial Medical

Center, Huguley Medical Associates operates primary care clinics in the communities surrounding Huguley Hospital, as well as a variety of offices on the Huguley campus. Our patients receive excellent medical care, delivered with respect and compassion in convenient locations. INNOVATIONS: Huguley Medical Associates is committed to helping physicians optimize their performance and office practice. Our innovative concept of partnering with the physician maximizes patient care and practice profitability. Huguley Medical

Adam B. Smith, D.O., F.A.C.O.S.

Craig A. Ferrara, D.O. Turner Slicho, D.O.

SPECIALTY: Weight Loss Surgery: including the adjustable lap band, gastric sleeve, and gastric bypass revision. Osteopathic Manipulative Treatment, General Surgery and Aesthetics. EDUCATION: Smith — B.S., Geology, University of Oklahoma, Oklahoma State University, College of Osteopathic Medicine; Internship at Tulsa Regional Medical Center; Residency at UNTHSC; Osteopathic Medical Center of Texas; Fellow, American College of Osteopathic Surgeons. Ferrara — B.A., Computer Engineering

and Business Administration, UNT; D.O., UNTHSC; General Surgery, UNTHSC; Vascular Surgery Fellowship, UNTHSC. Slicho — B.A., Biochemistry, UT at Austin; M.S., Clinical Research and Education; Graduate School of Biomedical Sciences; D.O., UNTHSC; Internship at Plaza Medical Center, Fort Worth; Residency in Neuromusculoskeletal Medicine and Osteopathic Manipulative Medicine, Plaza Medical Center, Fort Worth. AWARDS/HONORS: Fort Worth LapBand has earned the designation of Bar-

iatric Center of Excellence from the American Society of Bariatric Surgery. Smith and Ferrara are both certified Center of Excellence Surgeons. Susee Klekar, R.N., B.S.N., is a Certified Bariatric Nurse. AFFILIATIONS: Specialty Surgery Center of Fort Worth, Plaza Medical Center of Fort Worth, Texas Health Harris Hospital of Fort Worth, Baylor Surgical Hospital at Fort Worth, Baylor All Saints Medical Center, Baylor Medical Center at Trophy Club, Baylor Surgicare at Fort Worth, Clear Fork Surgery Center, Wise Regional Health

Advanced Eyelid Surgery and Laser Center

Mayli Davis

SPECIALTY: Ophthalmic Plastic Surgery. EDUCATION: Undergraduate, University of Kansas; M.D., University of Kansas; Ophthalmology residency, Mayo Clinic; Ophthalmic Plastic Fellowship, U.T. Southwestern. AWARDS/HONORS: Top Docs 2005-2007 and 2009 Fort Worth, Texas magazine. PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIPS: American Medical Association, American Academy of Ophthalmology, Texas Medical Association. AFFILIATIONS: Plaza Day Surgery Center, Plaza Medical Center, Grapevine Surgicare, Calloway Creek Surgery Center. NEW LOCATION: “We are pleased to announce our brand new Colleyville location at 6208 Colleyville Blvd., Colleyville, Texas 76034.” INNOVATIONS: We offer IPL for pigment and redness; Prevelle Silk filler and Dysport as well as Botox and laser eyelid surgery.

CONTACT INFORMATION: 6208 Colleyville Blvd., Ste. 100 • Colleyville, Texas 76034 1101 W. Rosedale • Fort Worth, Texas 76104 817.329.4480 • Fax 817.488.5993 • drmaylidavis.com

Robert G. Anderson, M.D.

J. Martin English, M.D.

Fort Worth Plastic Surgery Center and Medical Spa

SPECIALTY: Cosmetic and Reconstructive Plastic Surgery.

EDUCATION: Anderson - M.D., University of Texas Southwestern Medical School at Dallas; Residencies in Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery and Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery at UT Southwestern Medical School/Parkland Hospital (Dallas) and the University of Florida (Gainesville); Fellowship in Otology/Neurotology/Skull-Base Surgery at the University of Southern California (Los Angeles). English – M.D., University of Miami School of Medicine, graduating in the top five percent of his class; Undergraduate degree, University of Florida; Residency, UT Southwestern Medical Center, Dallas. CERTIFICATION AND MEMBERSHIPS: Anderson - American Board of Plastic Surgery, American Board of Otolaryngology — Head and Neck Surgery, American College of Surgeons, American Society of Plastic Surgeons, American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery. English – American Board of Plastic Surgery, American Society of Plas-

tic Surgeons. HONORS: Anderson – Chosen by Goldline Research as one of the Leading Plastic Surgeons of the United States as seen in Forbes Magazine and one of the top Plastic Surgeons in Texas as seen in NEWSWEEK Magazine featuring premier plastic surgery practices in Texas. SERVICES: Breast surgery (augmentation, lifts and reductions), abdominoplasty, liposuction and body contouring and facial rejuvenation including facelifts, neck lifts, eyelid and eyebrow lifts; Botox and Juvaderm; full-service skin care medical spa and laser center (Fraxel Re:Store and Re:Pair, Accent XL, Photofacial, laser hair removal, microdermabrasion; Obagi, La Roche-Posay, SkinCeuticals, Jane Iredale, chemical peels and facials).

CONTACT INFORMATION: 800 12th Ave., Ste. 100 • Fort Worth, Texas 76104 817.810.0770 • fortworthplasticsurgerycenter.com

Lori Atkins, M.D.

Jennifer Motley, M.D., M.P.H.

Sunny Glenn, M.D.

Rachel Lusby, M.D.

Lori Farneti, M.S., C.N.M.

SPECIALTY: Obstetrics & Gynecology. EDUCATION: Atkins: Baylor University, UTMB at Galveston, UT Southwestern, Board Certified. Motley: Brown University, Boston University School of Medicine/ Public Health, UT Southwestern, Board Eligible. Glenn: Texas Tech University, UTMB at Galveston, Scott and White, Board Eligible. Lusby: Biola University, UT Southwestern (medical school and residency) Board Eligible. Farneti: University of Illinois at Chicago. PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIPS: American College of Obstetrics and Gynecology, American Medical Association, North American Menopause Society, Fort Worth OB/GYN Society, Society of Laproendoscopic Surgeons, Tarrant County Medical Society, Texas Medical Association. AFFILIATIONS: Andrews Women’s Hospital at Baylor All Saints Fort Worth. BEDSIDE MANNER: What sets this powerful group of female physicians (and nurse midwife) apart is their ability to create an environment based on trust and compassion allow-

ing patients to have their individual concerns and needs addressed. INNOVATIONS: Our doctors are experienced with in-office minimally invasive procedures - including but not limited to Essure Tubal, hysteroscopy, and endometrial ablations, as well as in-hospital procedures, even using the Da Vinci Robot system. For patients’ convenience and comfort we offer in office physician supervised laser hair removal. CHARITABLE ORGANIZATIONS: Women’s Haven Tarrant County, Lance Armstrong Foundation, Susan G. Komen, Baylor Alumni Foundation, Women’s Auxiliary, local homeless shelters, American Heart Association. FREE ADVICE: “Take small steps everyday to care for your body, mind and spirit. No one else can do it for you.”

CONTACT INFORMATION: 1250 8th Ave., Ste 320 • Fort Worth, Texas 76104 817-924-2111 • healthcareoftexas.com • txhealthcare.com

Sheila Birth, D.D.S., M.S. Cristi Fletcher, D.D.S., M.P.H.

SPECIALTY: Board Certified Orthodontics treating children, teenagers and adults. AWARDS/HONORS: Birth—Top 100 Invisalign Doctors and Premier Provider Elite for Invisalign; voted by her peers as a Top Doc in Fort Worth, Texas magazine for consecutive years; Business Woman of the Year in 2006; Star Telegram Readers’ Choice Award for Best Dentist. Birth has been chosen to participate in the People to People Ambassador Program through the American Association of Orthodontics, allowing Birth to bring new technology and new treatment ideas from all over the world. In February 1999, the American Board of Orthodontics honored Birth with diplomate status. Fletcher— Omicron Kappa Upsilon National Dental Honor Society; awarded for her research in public health orthodontic program for Howard University. Fletcher became Board certified in 2007, and she denotes this as one of her greatest professional achievements. WHAT SETS THEM APART: Both doctors are Top Invisalign Doctors with many continuing education hours beyond their required training. They are

both members of professional organizations such as the American Association of Orthodontics, American Dental Association and the Texas Dental Association. GREATEST PROFESSIONAL ACCOMPLISHMENT: Birth and Fletcher are Board certified. Only 38 percent of orthodontists are Board certified.

CONTACT INFORMATION:

5407 Basswood Blvd., Ste. 107

Fort Worth, Texas 76137 • 817.348.0910

2011 W. Bardin Road

Arlington, Texas 76017 • 817.557.0025

3060 Sycamore School Road Fort Worth, Texas 76133 • 817.370.0268

109 W. Renfro

Burleson, Texas 76028 • 817.546.0770

professionalsmiles.com

Michael H. Boothby, M.D. Southwest Orthopedic Associates

SPECIALTY: Orthopedic surgery; Sports Medicine and Arthroscopic Surgery of the knee and shoulder. EDUCATION: Dartmouth College; Columbia University College of Physicians and Surgeons; Plano Sports Medicine and Arthroscopic Surgery Fellowship. CERTIFICATION AND MEMBERSHIPS: Diplomat

American Board of Orthopedic Surgery, Fellow American Academy of Orthopedic Surgery. AFFILIATIONS: USMD Hospital Fort Worth, Harris Methodist Southwest, Baylor Surgicare 1 and 2, Daytime Surgery Center. GREATEST PERSONAL ACHIEVEMENT: Life spent with my wife, Ann, and our two children, Thomas and Jonathan. GREATEST PROFESSIONAL ACHIEVEMENT: Donating time to help young athletes return to the field, court or diamond; Publishing multiple papers on innovative knee and shoulder treatments; Receiving awards for excellence in patient care. INNOVATIONS: Minimally invasive arthroscopic surgery of knee and shoulder injuries

in adults and adolescents. BEDSIDE MANNER: I provide patient centered care so that each patient leaves my office with an understanding of their problem and a plan for them to get better. I want every patient to feel that they have all of their questions answered. OUTSIDE OF THE OFFICE: As a major in the Medical Corps of the United States Army Reserve, I have treated injured combat personnel and run civilian medical support missions. FREE ADVICE: “Take charge of your own health care. Ask your physician to explain your treatment so that you can be an active participant in getting well.”

CONTACT INFORMATION:

4441 Bryant Irvin Road N. • Fort Worth, Texas 76107 6311 Southwest Blvd. • Fort Worth, Texas 76132

817.731.9400 • Fax 817.731.4282 sworthopedic.com

Joseph C. Cecere, D.M.D. Mark E. Haverkorn, D.D.S., M.D.

SPECIALTY: Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery. EDUCATION: Cecere — A.B., Dartmouth College, 1971; D.M.D., Fairleigh Dickinson School of Dentistry, 1977; David Grant United States Air Force Medical Center, Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery Residency, 1982. Haverkorn — Texas Academy of Mathematics and Science, 1997; University of North Texas, 1999; University of Texas Health Science Center San Antonio Dental School, 2003; Louisiana State University Health Science Center Medical School, 2006; Louisiana State University Hospital Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery Residency, 2009. AWARDS/HONORS: Meritorious Service Award, United States Air Force, 1986; Outstanding Young Man of America, 1984; Top Dentist Fort Worth 2006 and 2009. AFFILIATIONS: Texas

Health Resources Harris Methodist Fort Worth, Texas Health Harris Southwest, Baylor All Saints Medical Centers, Cook Children’s Medical Center, Medical Plaza, Weatherford Regional Medical Center. GREATEST PROFESSIONAL ACHIEVEMENT: Providing the highest quality of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery

with a continuing focus on the specific needs of our patients. INNOVATIONS: We provide Laser Surgery, Digital Radiography, 3-D Cone Beam imaging, dental implants and advanced sedation. BEDSIDE MANNER: We have caring doctors and staff who focus on providing treatment for our patients in a comforting environment. FREE ADVICE: Know the background, experience and training of your health care provider. Oral and Maxillofacial surgeons are uniquely qualified to perform procedures such as dental implants, jaw reconstruction, temporomandibular joint corrective surgery and sedation for relief of pain and anxiety.

CONTACT INFORMATION:

2501 Ridgmar Plaza, Ste. 108 • Fort Worth, Texas 76116

817.731.8629 • Fax 817.732.0563

912 S. Elm St. • Weatherford, Texas 76086

817.596.8172 • Fax 817.341.0341 cecereoralsurgery.com

Center for Aesthetic Surgery

SPECIALTIES: Smith and Ducic — facial cosmetic and reconstructive surgery; craniofacial, skullbase and microvascular surgery plus hair restoration, hair transplant, facial resurfacing and injectibles. Reaves — plastic surgery; breast surgery; reconstruction; augmentation; reduction; breast lift (mastopexy); body contouring, which includes abdominoplasty and liposuction.

CERTIFICATIONS/MEMBERSHIPS: Smith and Ducic are Board certified in both Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery and Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery. Reaves — Board certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgeons. PHILANTHROPY: Reaves — has been caring for patients for more than 19 years and is well

known for his humanitarian work. He recently received the 2006 Tarrant County Humanitarian Award. Smith – travels with the CRISP Foundation every six months to Mazatenango to help support the children and people of Guatemala by performing surgeries for congenital anomalies. PICTURED: (standing, left to right) Yadro Ducic, M.D.; Jesse Smith, M.D.; (sitting) Larry Reaves, M.D.

CONTACT INFORMATION: Center for Aesthetic Surgery 75 Main St., Ste. 150 • Colleyville, Texas 76034 817.503.2442 • centerforaestheticsurgery.com

Center for Skin and Cosmetic Dermatology

SPECIALTY: General and Cosmetic Dermatology, Cosmetic Surgery, Dermatopathology, Mohs Surgery. HISTORY: The Center was founded by Malouf in 1999. “Our patient-centered approach to the practice of dermatology and cosmetic surgery has rewarded us with rapid and sustained growth. The Center has stateof-the-art, custom designed facilities in Fort Worth, Weatherford and Dallas.”

EDUCATION: D.O., UNT Health Science Center; ACGME-accredited Dermatology residency, Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center; Board Certified by the American Board of Dermatology. PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIPS: American Academy of Dermatology, American Society for Dermatologic Surgery, American Academy of Cosmetic Surgery, Texas Medical Association, American Medical Association. INNOVATIONS: “We are in a new era of minimally invasive cosmetic surgery. With the advent of tumescent anesthesia, which was developed by

dermatologic surgeons and has revolutionized the field, we are now able to perform cosmetic procedures with great efficacy, safety, and without the need for general anesthesia. Our practice performs a large number of procedures, ranging from the mini face/neck lift (Safelift) and tumescent liposuction to Fraxel, photorejuvenation and laser hair removal. We are also the first medical practice in Texas to offer NeoGraft FUE automated hair restoration.” PICTURED: Peter Malouf, D.O.; Seemal Desai, M.D; (not pictured) Diego Marra, M.D.; Carlos Ricotti, M.D.; Josie Karl, PA-C.

Adil M. Choudhary, M.D., F.A.C.P., F.A.C.G., F.A.S.G.E., A.G.A.F.

SPECIALTY: Gastroenterology and Hepatology. EDUCATION: Residency in Internal Medicine, New York University-VA-Bellevue Hospital Center; Fellowship in Gastroenterology, Yale University, Tulane Medical Center, Bridgeport Hospital, Bridgeport, Conn.; Board Certified in Internal Medicine and Gastroenterology. AWARDS/HONORS: America’s Top Physician 2007 – Consumer Research Council of America; Fort Worth, Texas magazine Top Doc 2010; Certificates for outstanding contribution to the field of Gastroenterology and Hepatology from American College of Gastroenterology, 1997 and 1999; Awards of Excellence, 2005 and 2007; Physician Recognition Awards; Honorary mention in several Who’s Who publications; Committee member on important committees addressing gastrointestinal health care issues in the American College of Gastroenterology and American Society for Gastrointestinal Endoscopy; One of the 329 Fellows of American Society for Gastrointestinal Endoscopy; Several papers and abstracts published in national and international journals; Several presentations at national

and international meetings. MEMBERSHIPS: Fellowship status in American College of Physicians, American College of Gastroenterology, American Society for Gastrointestinal Endoscopy, American Gastroenterological Association, Royal Society of Medicine, Royal Institute of Public Health, Royal Society for Health. AFFILIATION: Huguley Memorial Medical Center. BEDSIDE MANNER: Huguley Center for Digestive and Liver Disorders provides “state-of-the-art care” for all gastrointestinal and liver problems. MISSION: To make a difference. CHARITABLE WORK: Honorary Ambassador US Fund for UNICEF, Save the Children, Doctors Without Borders.

CONTACT INFORMATION:

Huguley Center for Digestive and Liver Disorders 11803 S. Freeway, Ste. 110 • Burleson, Texas 76028

817.551.7332 • Fax 817.551.7553 adil.choudhary@ahss.org

William F. Cothern, D.O.

Skin Laser Care

SPECIALTY: Dermatology, dermatological surgery and laser surgery. EDUCATION: B.A., University of North Texas; D.O., University of North Texas Health Science Center, Texas College of Osteopathic Medicine. CERTIFICATION: Board certified in Dermatology. HONORS: Cothern has been named a Top Doc by Fort Worth, Texas magazine for the past four years and a Super Doc by Texas Monthly. PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIPS: American Academy of Dermatology, American Osteopathic Association, Texas Dermatological Society, Fort Worth Dermatological Society, University of North Texas Health Science Center (Clinical Assistant Professor). AFFILIATIONS: Plaza Medical Center of Fort Worth. INNOVATIONS: Fotofacial (intense pulsed light) for brown spots, blood vessels and skin damage; Thermage, a non-surgical facelift using radio frequency energy to tighten skin; FRAXEL Laser, the latest tool

to correct wrinkles, sun damage and skin discoloration. BEDSIDE MANNER: Cothern is caring, friendly and willing to discuss treatment options with his patients. OUTSIDE OF THE OFFICE: You’ll find Cothern traveling, golfing or enjoying antique auctions. SPECIAL INTERESTS: Cothern makes medical mission trips to Haiti, Mexico and Guatemala. Locally, he volunteers his time to the Convoy of Hope and serves on the Cancer Care Center’s medical advisory board. FREE ADVICE: “Be selective in whom and where you obtain professional care for your skin.”

CONTACT INFORMATION: 4201 Camp Bowie Blvd., Ste. A • Fort Worth, Texas 76107 817.377.1243 • wcothern@skinlasercare.com skinlasercare.com

Diabetes and Thyroid Center of Fort Worth

SPECIALTY/CERTIFICATION: Board certified by The American Board of Internal Medicine in Endocrinology, Diabetes and Metabolism. AWARDS/HONORS: All physicians at DTC have been awarded the status of Fellow of the American College of Endocrinology (FACE), and Lackan recently earned the status of Endocrine Certified Neck Ultrasonographer (ECNU). HISTORY: Founded in 2007, DTC has experienced tremendous growth and is very happy with the success it’s had serving the DFW community. We are pleased to announce the recent additions of Anjanette Tan and Monnia Torres. Our new facility will open Fall 2010, and the Granbury location will open in February of 2010. OUR PRACTICE: Our clinic specializes in all areas of Endocrinology with our treatment philosophy being built around a team approach to help manage and prevent the devastating complications of these diseases.

Comprehensive thyroid care includes ultrasounds, guided needle biopsies, and radioactive iodine treatments. Each provider strives to provide the most compassionate patient care possible with the most medically advanced treatments available. BEDSIDE MANNER: “We care for our patients as we would care for our own families.”

PICTURED: (top row, left to right) Darren Lackan, M.D., F.A.CE., E.C.N.U.; Monnia Torres, PA-C; Julie Taylor, FNP-C; Chris Bajaj, D.O., F.A.C.E. (bottom row, left to right) Anjanette Tan, M.D.,F.A.C.E.; Stephanie Gonzalez, PA-C.

CONTACT INFORMATION: 7241 Hawkins View Drive • Fort Worth, Texas 76132 817.263.0007 • Fax 817.263.1118 dtc-fw.com

Eye Consultants of Texas

Phillips Kirk Labor, M.D.

SPECIALTY: Ophthalmology, Cataract and Refractive Surgery, Laser Vision Correction. EDUCATION: B.S., B.A., Centenary College; B.S., University of Texas Medical Branch at Galveston; M.D., LSU Health Science Center; Residency, The Eye Foundation Hospital University of Alabama at Birmingham; LASIK MiniFellowship Rothschild Eye Institute. HONORS: “America’s Top Ophthalmologists” by CRCA; Fellow, International College of Surgeons; Top Doctor in Fort Worth and Tarrant County. MEMBERSHIPS: International Society of Refractive Surgery; Fellow, American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery; Fellow, American Academy of Ophthalmology; Texas Ophthalmological Association; Tarrant County Ophthalmological Society; Tarrant County Medical Society; American College of Eye Surgeons; Society for Excellence in Eyecare; Volunteer for EyeCare America. AFFILIATIONS: LoneStar Ambulatory Surgical Center, Baylor Regional Medical Center, Southwest Surgical

Hospital, Physicians Surgery Center. INNOVATIONS: First solo U.S. private practitioner to acquire FEMTO LDV for blade-free LASIK. First Texas Ophthalmologist to implant ReZoom™ lens; first in Metroplex to implant Verisyse phakic IOL. BEDSIDE MANNER: “Patients are like family. Your health deserves my undivided attention.” SPECIAL INTERESTS: Guatemala Children’s Fund. Labor also recently traveled to Kurdistan, Iraq performing surgery and training local doctors. FREE ADVICE: “It’s not about how many procedures a doctor performs, it’s about the outcome. Choose a doctor you trust.”

CONTACT INFORMATION:

Eye Consultants of Texas 1643 Lancaster Drive, Ste. 305 • Grapevine, Texas 76051 817.410.2030 • Fax 817.251.6261 eyectexas.com • info@eyecontx.com

Julia Collette Flowers, M.D., P.A., F.A.C.O.G.

Carrie P. Morris, M.D.

SPECIALTY: Flowers – Obstetrics and Gynecology with interests in preventative health, hormones and physical fitness. Morris – Obstetrics and Gynecology. EDUCATION: Flowers – B.S., Psychobiology with honors; University of Southern California; M.D., Harvard Medical School. Morris – Undergraduate, Southern Methodist University, cum laude; M.D., Texas Tech University Health Science Center, Alpha Omega Alpha; Residency, UT Southwestern/ Parkland Hospital. PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIPS: Flowers – Clinical Assistant Professor Obstetrics and Gynecology, UT Southwestern Dallas and Emory University, Atlanta; Member, Harvard University Admissions Committee; Association of Professors of Ob/Gyn, Alpha Omega Alpha. Morris – TMA, AMA, Alpha Omega Alpha, Tarrant County Medical Society, SPA. HONORS: Flowers – Voted 2006 and 2010 Top Doc in Fort Worth, Texas magazine. AFFILIATIONS: Flowers and Morris – Baylor Regional

Medical Center at Grapevine. INNOVATIONS: Office-based surgery, minimally invasive surgery, alternatives to hormone therapy. BEDSIDE MANNER: Flowers – I strive to be available to my patients and provide unparalleled personal attention. I receive personal satisfaction from caring for patients and their families. Morris – I take the time to listen to all of your concerns and answer all of your questions. FREE ADVICE: Flowers – Exercise, preventative health and education are key to the challenges of hormones in women. Morris – I would stress the importance for women to take care of themselves and have yearly exams.

CONTACT INFORMATION: 1600 W. College St., Ste. 540 • Grapevine, Texas 76051 817.481.5863 • Fax 817.329.8561 obgynofntx.com • drcarriepmorris.com

Fort Worth Eye Associates

H. William Ranelle, D.O.

Ann Ranelle, D.O.

Kacy Pate, O.D.

SPECIALTY: Complete Medical and Surgical eye care for the entire family. Premium lens cataract and refractive surgery, laser vision correction, pediatric and adult strabismus eye care. EDUCATION: H.W. Ranelle – University of Texas Austin, Kansas City University of Medicine and Biosciences. Ann Ranelle – Saint Mary’s University, Kansas City University of Medicine and Biosciences, pediatric ophthalmology fellowship at Children’s hospital in Detroit, Mich. Kacy Pate – University of Oklahoma, Northeastern State University College of Optometry. AFFILIATIONS: Baylor Medical Center of Fort Worth, Baylor Surgicare of Fort Worth, Cook Children’s Medical Center, Texas Pediatric Surgery Center, Weatherford Regional Medical Center. INNOVATIONS: First practice in Fort Worth to perform lens implant for cataract vision correction. PHILANTHROPY: Providing free sports glasses for FWISD athletes in addition to 25 years of

medical mission eye care to underserved countries. GREATEST PROFESSIONAL ACHIEVEMENT: Providing professional, personalized and quality eye care and vision correction for 36 years. GREATEST PERSONAL ACHIEVEMENT: Our children. BEDSIDE MANNER: Warm, Friendly, Compassionate, Professional, Quality Care. FREE ADVICE: Be an active participant in your health care. Ask questions!

CONTACT INFORMATION:

5000 Collinwood Ave. • Fort Worth, Texas 76107

817.732.5593 • Fax 817.732.5499 925 Santa Fe Drive, Ste. 111 • Weatherford, Texas 76086 817.341.1600 • Fax 817.341.1603 ranelle.com

Basith

Ghazali, M.D., F.A.C.S.

SPECIALTY: Reconstructive and Cosmetic Surgery. Specializing in breast and body contouring with a focus on plastic surgery after weight loss and breast reconstruction following a mastectomy. In addition, Ghazali has particular interest in reconstructive surgery following skin cancer resection and hand surgery. PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIPS: Certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery, Member of the American Society of Plastic Surgery, American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery. PROFESSIONAL ACCOMPLISHMENTS: More than 10 years of practice experience; frequently named a “Texas Super Doctor” by Texas Monthly magazine; featured several times in M.D. News for articles on innovative plastic surgical procedures involving bariatric and skin cancer patients; listed in the “Guide to America’s Top Plastic Surgeons”; listed in the Nation’s 2009 Consumer’s Guide to Top Doctors. STAFF AND

SERVICES: Skin care and foto-rejuvenation are offered at the spa with a licensed and experienced aesthetician. Botox and Juvederm fillers are performed by the physician alone. PURPOSE: To provide excellence in patient care. We aim to help patients make well-informed decisions about their plastic surgical procedures. Most of our patients come from referrals of prior patients and approach us with a high level of confidence.

CONTACT INFORMATION: 909 9th Ave., Ste. 300 • Fort Worth, Texas 76104

4351 Booth Calloway Road, Ste. 303 North Richland Hills, Texas 76180

11797 S. Freeway, Ste. 242 • Burleson, Texas 76028

817.870.9074 • Fax 817.338.4960 • drghazali.com

HeartPlace North Hills

David Slife, D.O., F.A.C.C.; Arash Manzori, D.O., F.A.C.C. Balaji Veerappan, M.D., F.A.C.C.; Randall Hall, D.O., F.A.C.C.

SPECIALTY: General Cardiology, Echocardiography, Nuclear Cardiology, Invasive Cardiology, Interventional Cardiology, Peripheral Vascular Medicine. EDUCATION: Slife - B.A., William Jewell College; D.O., Kirksville College of Osteopathic Medicine. Manzori - B.S., University of Texas at Dallas; D.O., University of North Texas Health Science Center. Veerappan - M.B.B.S./M.D., PSG Institute of Medical Sciences and Research. Hall - B.S., University of New Hampshire; D.O., University of North Texas Health Science Center. AFFILIATIONS: North Hills Hospital. GREATEST PROFESSIONAL ACHIEVEMENT: We are Board Certified cardiologists providing all aspects of cardiology health care. HEALTH TIPS: Hall – Ask your physician what your cardiac risk

factors are and what you can do to reduce your risk of having a heart attack or stroke. Manzori – Prevention works wonders. Slife – Know as much as you can about your disease and about the medications you take so discussions with your doctor will be more meaningful to you. Veerappan – Aggressive, preventive strategies and risk factor modification are key!

CONTACT INFORMATION: 4375 Booth Calloway, Ste. 507 North Richland Hills, Texas 76180 817.284.3915 • Fax 817.590.2593 heartplace.com

James L. West Alzheimer Center

MEDICAL SPECIALTY: Janice A. Knebl, D.O., M.B.A., F.A.C.P., and Kendra J. Belfi, M.D., F.A.C.P., C.M.D., are co-medical directors at James L. West Alzheimer Center. Knebl - internist and geriatrician; tenured Professor of Medicine and Chief, Division of Geriatrics, Department of Medicine, UNT Health Science Center; Dallas Southwest Osteopathic Physicians Endowed Chair in Clinical Geriatrics, UNTHSC; project director, UNTHSC Reynolds Geriatrics Education and Training in Texas. Belfi - internist and geriatrician in private practice with Medical Clinic of North Texas at Fort Worth Clinic. EDUCATION/CERTIFICATIONS: Knebl – B.S., Biology, St. Joseph’s University, Philadelphia; D.O., Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine; M.B.A., TCU. Belfi – B.A., English, Rice University; M.D., UT Southwestern Medical School, Dallas; post-graduate training, internal medicine, UT-SW affiliated hospitals. Board certified, American Board of Internal Medicine;

Certified Medical Director of Long Term Care Facility. Both doctors are board certified in Internal Medicine with Certificate of Added Qualifications in Geriatric Medicine. INNOVATIONS: The West Center is the only facility in Tarrant County licensed to provide care for every stage of Alzheimer’s disease. PICTURED: Janice A. Knebl (standing next to James L. West sculpture) and Kendra J. Belfi (seated); Susan Farris, executive director of the West Center (standing, left), and students Kelly Mundt, TCU; Jorge Gonzalez, UNTHSC; Lorie Blessing, M.D., JPS Geriatric Fellow; and North Side High School student Salo Donoso.

CONTACT INFORMATION: 1111 Summit Ave. • Fort Worth, Texas 76102 817.877.1199 jameslwest.org

Shujaat Ali Khan, M.D., P.A.

David M. Lavine, M.D.

SPECIALTY: The expertise and experience of both Khan and Lavine covers all aspects of reconstructive and cosmetic surgery. Their practices are dedicated to utilizing both surgical and nonsurgical procedures to enhance or restore the appearance. Procedures include: cosmetic and reconstructive breast surgery; facial cosmetic surgery; body contouring including liposuction, abdominoplasty and body lifts; personalized medical skin care; hair transplantation; non-surgical facial treatments including Botox, Juvaderm, Radiesse, Restylane and more. GREATEST PROFESSIONAL ACHIEVEMENTS - KHAN: He has devoted his life’s work to rebuilding his patient’s confidence and self-image through cosmetic surgery and breast restoration. He has a special interest in breast reconstruction following mastectomy, as well as correcting congenital deformities of the breast. Khan is on the “cutting edge” of today’s breast reconstruction procedures utilizing the recently popular nipple sparing mastectomy for immediate

breast reconstruction. GREATEST PROFESSIONAL ACHIEVEMENTS - LAVINE: Proud to be the co-founder of the Fort Worth Facial Malformation Clinic dedicated to children born with facial deformities. Since that time, Lavine has worked developing a complete practice now dedicated to cosmetic surgery. From personalized medical skin care to more invasive surgical makeovers, Lavine is committed to providing his patients a full spectrum of plastic surgery options. FREE ADVICE: Choose your plastic surgeon carefully. You’ll be looking at his work the rest of your life.

CONTACT INFORMATION:

Shujaat Ali Khan, M.D., P.A.

800 8th Ave., Ste. 404 • 817.335.6363 • sakhanplsurgery.com

David M. Lavine, M.D.

800 8th Ave., Ste 404 • 817.335.6457 • drlavine.com

SPECIALTY: Spine surgery with emphasis on minimally invasive spine surgery. EDUCATION: Spine Surgery Training Program, University of California; Orthopaedic Surgery Training, Texas Tech Health Sciences Center and Osteopathic Medical Center of Texas; D.O., University of North Texas Health Science Center; University of Texas at Austin.

MEMBERSHIPS: Texas Osteopathic Medical Association, Texas Medical Association. AFFILIATIONS: Baylor All Saints, Harris Methodist. GREATEST PROFESSIONAL ACHIEVEMENT: Bringing innovative spine surgery to treat all ranges of conditions while remaining minimally invasive. INNOVATIONS: One main emphasis is minimally invasive surgery. Now, the same amount of treatment can be performed through tiny incisions that lead to faster recovery and less pain. BEDSIDE MANNER: Patients are given our cell phone numbers with personal e-mail for questions.

• Fax 817.735.8340 texascsd.com Mark

Danielle LeBlanc, M.D., F.A.C.S.

SPECIALTY: Plastic and reconstructive surgery of the breast and body. EDUCATION: B.S., University of Texas at Austin; M.D., University of Texas Southwestern Medical School; Residency in plastic and reconstructive surgery, University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center. SPECIAL INTERESTS: Breast reconstruction and revision reconstruction, Breast augmentation, Breast lift and body contouring. PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIPS: American Society of Plastic Surgeons, American Medical Association, Fellow of the American College of Surgeons, Texas Medical Association, Texas Society of Plastic Surgeons, Tarrant County Medical Society, Fort Worth Surgical Society, Fort Worth Plastic Surgery Society. HOSPITAL AFFILIATIONS: Harris Methodist Fort Worth; Baylor All Saints Medical Center; Cook Children’s Medical Center; Baylor Surgical Hospital; Clear Fork Surgery Center; Fort Worth Surgery Center. BEDSIDE MANNER: I offer a realistic female

perspective and enjoy taking the time to develop a relationship with my patients in order to fully address their concerns and goals. DURING OFF HOURS: I enjoy fly fishing, traveling, photography and spending time with my husband. We are expecting our first child in May 2010. FREE ADVICE: Be an educated patient. Always choose a board-certified physician who has been formally trained for the procedure you need. Invest the time in yourself and your surgical outcome by researching your surgeon thoroughly before any procedure.

CONTACT INFORMATION:

Fort Worth Plastic Surgery Institute 800 8th Ave., Ste. 416 • Fort Worth, Texas 76104

817.698.9990 • Fax 817.698.9997 info@fwpsi.com • drleblanc.com

Medical Clinic of North Texas Obstetrics and Gynecology

ABOUT US: All physicians are peer reviewed, board eligible or board certified and are fellows of the American College of Obstetrics and Gynecology or the American College of Osteopathic Obstetrics and Gynecology. Each physician maintains their high level of education through continuing medical education and is required to complete twice the state requirement each year. This high standard has been rewarded by four prior “Top Doc” awards and multiple listings in “Guide to America’s Top OB/Gyn Doctors.” WHAT SETS US APART: We offer full-service women’s health care. Our team offers in-office tubal sterilizations, endometrial ablations, and D&Cs with the convenience of office based anesthesia. We provide minimally invasive procedures to shorten your hospital stay and to reduce recovery time and pain. All providers are highly skilled in providing obstetrical care with in-office sonography, antenatal testing and laboratory services. With offices in Fort Worth, Lake Worth and

Saginaw, medical care is convenient to your residence, and hospital care is based in Texas Health Harris Methodist Hospital Fort Worth. PICTURED: John Freeman, M.D.; Celeste Williams, D.O.; Kristina Carnevale, M.D.; Lynn Speaks, D.O.

CONTACT INFORMATION: Lake Worth

3914 Telephone Road • Lake Worth, Texas 76135

817.238.0109 • Fax 817.238.0647

Fort Worth • Ben Hogan Center

800 Fifth Ave., Ste. 505 • Fort Worth, Texas 76104

817.334.1444 • Fax 817.334.1440

Saginaw

833 Towne Court • Saginaw, Texas 76179

817.306.5630 • Fax 817.306.5631

Sarah J. Morris, D.D.S., P.L.L.C.

SPECIALTY: General Dentistry. FOCUS: Cosmetic; family; implant prosthetics; Invisalign and Lumineer certified. EDUCATION: B.S., Hardin-Simmons University; D.D.S., University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio. AWARDS/HONORS: America’s Top Dentist with Consumer Research Counsel of America; Cambridge Who’s Who; Fort Worth, Texas magazine’s Top Docs 2007-2009 and Top Dentists 2007 and 2009. PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIPS: Academy of General Dentistry; American Association of Cosmetic Dentistry; American Dental Association; Texas Dental Association; Fort Worth Dental Society; Christian Medical and Dental Association; UTHSCSA Alumni Board; Harris Methodist Health Exchange. GREATEST PROFESSIONAL ACHIEVEMENT: Establishing trust and confidence in my patients with the realization that dentistry is an experience to be embraced, not feared. INNOVATIONS: Digital radiographs; intraoral cameras;

the latest Zoom II laser tooth whitening system. DURING OFF HOURS: I enjoy outdoor activities and recreational time with my husband, family and two Labrador retrievers. VOLUNTEERISM: Save-a-Smile; Christian Medical and Dental Association mission trips; Christina’s Smile. FREE ADVICE: Dentists are oral health-care physicians. Get educated and involved in both your dental and overall health care. CHAIRSIDE MANNER: I take as much time as each patient needs to be comfortable with their treatment and procedures. The staff is professional, compassionate, provides exceptional service and delivers excellence in dentistry.

CONTACT INFORMATION: 2551 River Park Plaza, Ste. 210 • Fort Worth, Texas 76116 817.732.4419 • Fax 817.732.4420 sarahmorrisdds.com

North Texas Kidney Disease Associates

Sreevalli Pariti, M.D.; Ira M. Epstein, D.O.; Malathi Chamarthi, M.D.

SPECIALTY: Nephrology and Hypertension. EDUCATION: Epstein – B.A., Rutgers University, New Jersey; D.O., College of Osteopathic Medicine and Surgery, Des Moines, Iowa; Internal Medicine Residency and Nephrology and Hypertension Fellowship, Metropolitan Hospital, Philadelphia, Pa. Pariti – D.O., Andhra Medical College, Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh; Internal Medicine Residency, University of Texas Medical Branch, Galveston; Nephrology Fellowship, University of Texas Southwestern Health Science Center, Dallas. Charmarthi – D.O., Jawaharial Nehru Medical College, Belgaum, India; Internal Medicine Residency, Muhlenberg Regional Medical Center, Plainfield, N.J.; Nephrology Fellowship, Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital, University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey, New Brunswick, N.J. MEMBERSHIPS: American Society of Nephrology, Renal Physicians Association, International Society of Nephrology, Texas Medical Association, American Osteopathic Association, Texas Osteopathic Medicine Association, American College of Osteopathic

Internists. AFFILIATIONS: Harris Methodist Fort Worth, Baylor All Saints, Plaza Medical Center, Kindred Hospital, North Hills Hospital, Baylor-Grapevine. INNOVATIONS: We have a completely integrated electronic health record and will be launching our patient interactive practice portal in 2010. BEDSIDE MANNER: Our physicians are board certified to treat patients with acute or chronic kidney disease, as well as to care for those who are pre- or post-transplant. Our mission is to deliver the highest quality health care available to our patients and build professional, compassionate and enduring relationships with our patients, fostering an environment of mutual respect.

CONTACT INFORMATION:

909 9th Ave., Ste. 205 • Fort Worth, Texas 76104

817.870.9941 • Fax 817.840.5881

6331 Blvd. 26, Ste 220 • North Richland Hills, Texas 76180

817.628.8204 • Fax 817.628.0288

Martin Reinke, M.D.

SPECIALTY: Ophthalmology: Cataract Surgery, Premium Lens Implants (Crystalens, ReStor, 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: Southwest Surgical Hospital, Irving Coppell Surgical Hospital, Baylor Regional Medical Center at Grapevine, Baylor Medical Center at Irving. 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: 1422 Main St., Ste. 208 • Southlake, Texas 76092

817.310.6080 • Fax 817.310.6014 1850 Central Drive, Ste. C • Bedford, Texas 76021

817.283.6607 • Fax 817.283.2674 reinke.southlake@gmail.com

David Slater, D.D.S.

SPECIALTY: Cosmetics, porcelain veneers, implants, Invisalign, fullmouth rehabilitation. EDUCATION: D.D.S., University of Texas, 1983.

AWARDS/HONORS: Certified Premier Provider of Invisalign since 2005; Clinical Instructor at the Kois Center in Seattle, WA since 2006; Doctor for the Smiles For Life Foundation, Certified in Oral Conscious Sedation. MEMBERSHIPS: American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry, American Orthodontic Society, Texas Academy of Dental Lasers, American Dental Association, Texas Dental Association, Fort Worth District Dental Society, Academy of General Dentistry. INNOVATIONS: His ability to place and restore implants in as few as one visit at one location makes it easy for his patients. He has added new technology in imaging with the I-Cat scanner making his practice of implant dentistry predictable and cutting edge. DURING OFF HOURS:

I enjoy speed skating, hiking with my dogs, yoga, meditation, reading and spending time with my family. FREE ADVICE: If you want to keep your teeth for a lifetime, you should go to a doctor with a passion for dentistry — one with the post graduate education to deliver excellence. You only get one set of teeth. Yours should reflect confidence and good health. For those who fear the dentist or those who feel they may have waited too long, his office is perfect for you. It’s never too late to invest in your teeth. Dentistry should be performed painlessly, making you look years younger and helping you live a longer, healthier life.

CONTACT INFORMATION: 1935 Brown Blvd. • Arlington, Texas 76006 817.277.0177 • davidslaterdentistry.com

Spine Team Texas

SPECIALTY: A multidisciplinary, spine-specialized practice. Neurosurgeons specialized in minimally invasive spine surgery techniques, physiatrists specialized in acute spine pain management, anesthesiologists fellowship-trained in spine pain management, and spine-focused physical therapists all in one location. AWARDS:

Dallas Business Journal, “Healthcare Heroes – Physician Award”; Dallas Business Journal, “Best Places to Work” in the DFW Metroplex.

AFFILIATIONS: Texas Health Harris Methodist Hospital Southlake, Baylor Regional Medical Center at Grapevine, Presbyterian Hospital of Rockwall, LakePointe Hospital in Rowlett. PROFESSIONAL

ACHIEVEMENT: Observing the positive impact our services have on patients that have been limited for so long in their abilities (with neck or back pain) – allowing them the opportunity to get back to life and the everyday activities with their family members. That is the

most rewarding. INNOVATIONS: We are currently one of 20 spine centers in the nation selected to participate in an FDA-regulated study that may offer an alternative treatment for degenerative disks in the lumbar spine. Spine Team Texas was the first in the world to implant a unique cervical disk in November 2005 in Southlake. PICTURED: (standing, left to right) Michael D. Garcia, M.D.; Cortland Miller, M.D.; Heather A. Blackburn, M.D.; Amit Darnule, M.D.; Ryan S. Reeves, M.D. (seated, left to right) David Rothbart, M.D.; Juan Bartolomei, M.D.

CONTACT INFORMATION:

Spine Team Texas 1545 E. Southlake Blvd., Ste. 100 • Southlake, Texas 76092 817.442.9300 • Fax 817.416.0108 spineteamtexas.com

Louis L. Strock, M.D., P.A.

SPECIALTY: Cosmetic surgery of the breast, body and face, and reconstructive breast surgery. EDUCATION/ CERTIFICATION: B.S., Amherst College; M.D., University of Texas; completed residencies in Surgery and Plastic Surgery at the University of Texas Medical Branch in Galveston; Board certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery, Recertified 2006. PROFESSIONAL MEMbERShIPS : American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery, American Society of Plastic Surgeons, Texas Society of Plastic Surgeons, Texas Medical Association and Tarrant County Medical Society. INNOVATIONS: Strock has extensive experience using silicone gel and saline breast implants for breast enhancement, and routinely offers his patients choices in implant type, implant position and incision location. He routinely performs an endoscopic approach to breast augmentation that allows patients to have silicone gel or saline implants placed with no incisions on their breasts. Strock also has extensive experience with breast implant replacement, in addition to minimal incision and traditional approaches to breast lift, tummy tuck and facial rejuvenation. He frequently presents his work in cosmetic breast surgery at The American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery national meetings and sponsored symposia, and in reconstructive breast surgery at the American Society of Plastic Surgeons national meetings. COMMUNITY SERVICE: Strock serves on the Board of Cancer Care Services.

CONTACT INFORMATION: 800 8th Ave., Ste. 606 • Fort Worth, Texas 76104 817.335.1616 • drstrock.com

Texas Back Institute

Michael Duffy, M.D.

Shawn Henry, D.O.

SPECIALTY: Orthopedic Spine Surgery. EDUCATION: Duffy - M.D., University of Nebraska College of Medicine in Omaha, Neb.; Orthopedic Residency, Orlando Regional Healthcare; Fellowship, Texas Back Institute. Henry - D.O., Ohio University; Internship and Orthopedic Residency, Ohio University; Fellowship; Texas Back Institute. MEMBERSHIPS: Duffy - North American Spine Society, American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons and the American Medical Association. Henry - American Osteopathic Association, Texas Osteopathic Medical Association, American Osteopathic Academy of Orthopedics, North American Spine Society and the American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons. AFFILIATIONS: Duffy – Methodist Mansfield Medical Center, Baylor Fort Worth and Texas Health Center for Diagnostics and Surgery. Henry - Forest Park Medical Center, Baylor Surgical Hospital, Baylor Medical Center and Texas Health Center for

Diagnostics and Surgery. GREATEST ACHIEVEMENT: We have pioneered spine surgery on a local, national and international platform. Cutting edge research and academic contributions are the foundation of our practice. INNOVATIONS: We were the first group in the U.S. to perform the artificial disc replacement, which is now a globally accepted alternative to fusion surgery. BEDSIDE

MANNER: The patient and family always come first, and we strive to create a memorable experience through excellent communication and superior service standards.

CONTACT INFORMATION:

3600 W. 7th St. • Fort Worth, Texas 76107

2800 E. Broad St., Ste 522 • Mansfield, Texas 76063

1.800.247.BACK (2225) texasback.com

Texas Eye and Laser Center

Texas Eye Surgery Center

Brian D. Ranelle, D.O.; Jerry G. Hu, M.D.; Jenny G. Terrell, O.D.; Jeremy E. Loy, O.D.; Stacey L. Webb, O.D.

SPECIALTY: The center is at the forefront of the latest technology available and offers a wide array of procedures including Blade-Free IntraLASIK, cataract surgery with the Crystalens and ReSTOR premium lens implants, Visian implantable contact lens, corneal transplants, glaucoma care, and treatment of macular degeneration and diabetic eye disease. WHAT SETS THEM APART: A personalized, patientcentered approach to vision care by catering to each individual’s needs, taking the time to get to know them and answering all questions. The physicians at Texas Eye and Laser Center do more than treat disease — they help people improve their lifestyle. INNOVATIONS: In June 2007, Texas Eye and Laser Center opened a magnificent new surgery center adjacent to its Hurst location. This 8,500-square-foot surgery

center features comprehensive services including pre-surgical tests, support, recovery rooms and two state-of-the-art operating rooms. Texas Eye and Laser Center is also pleased to announce the relocation of its Fort Worth office to a brand new, 5,000-square-foot, state-of-theart facility, located at 3405 Locke Ave., Ste. 100, in Fort Worth. The new office is near the southeast corner of Interstate 30 and Montgomery Street, with easy access from the freeway and convenient parking.

CONTACT INFORMATION:

Hurst: 1872 Norwood Drive • Hurst, Texas 76054

Fort Worth: 3405 Locke Ave., Ste. 100 • Fort Worth, Texas 76107

817.540.6060 • Fax 817.571.9301 • lasikdr.com

Miriam Torres, M.D.

The FEM Centre

SPECIALTY: Obstetrics and Gynecology, practice limited to Gynecology. EDUCATION: M.D., University of Texas Medical Branch at Galveston, 2002; B.S., Chemistry and Biology, Texas Woman’s University, Denton, 1996; Residency, Obstetrics and Gynecology, Wayne State Hutzel Hospital, Detroit, 2006. AWARDS/HONORS: Sidney F. Bottoms M.D. Award of Excellence in Research, 2006; Angela Y. Dourron M.D./Maimonides Award for Excellence in Compassionate Patient Care, 2006; Chief Resident, 2005 – 2006; Recognition for outstanding performance in Obstetrics by MFM Department, 2003 – 2005; Stejenovich Scholars Award (research), 2000 - 2002; Honors in Ophthalmology, 2000; “Best Overall” award in research in Forum, Sigma XI Award, 1999. PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIPS: American College of Obstetrics and Gynecologist, Texas Medical Association, American Medical Association, ASCCP. AFFILIATIONS: Harris Methodist Fort Worth, Baylor All Saints.

GREATEST PROFESSIONAL ACHIEVEMENT: Having the privilege and opportunity to volunteer and serve the impoverished community. INNOVATIONS: Minimally invasive surgeries, hormonal balancing, cutting edge protocols for breast health including thermography, HALO breast pap test, breast sonograms, focus on prevention of diseases. BEDSIDE MANNER: Taking time to listen, as well as providing the best possible care for each individual patient as I would do for a family member. FREE ADVICE: Live well, eat well and take time to appreciate life’s simple pleasures. PICTURED: Miriam Torres, M.D.; Joseph McWherter, M.D.

CONTACT INFORMATION: 709 W. Leuda St. • Fort Worth, Texas 76104 817.926.2511 • Fax 817.924.0167 femcentre.com • info@femcentre.com

Robert L. True, M.D., F.A.C.O.G., F.A.C.S.

SPECIALTY: Cosmetic Surgery and Gynecology. EDUCATION: B.S., Pharmacy, Idaho State University; M.D., University of Nevada, Reno; Internship/Residency, Charity Hospital, New Orleans; Cosmetic Surgery, American Academy of Cosmetic Surgery and other organizations. AWARDS/HONORS: Top Doc 2006 and 2010; fellow of the American Academy of Cosmetic Surgery; teacher/lecturer for liposuction and breast augmentation; preceptor for SmartLipo and abdominoplasty; Who’s Who in Medicine, Empire Registry; Medical Ambassador to China; featured nationally for work on the Awake Breast Augmentation and HCG True Diet; True was recently interviewed by the national entertainment series Inside Edition regarding his success.

AFFILIATIONS: Baylor Regional Center in Grapevine, Baylor Surgicare, True Aesthetics Center – AAAHC accredited. GREATEST PROFESSIONAL ACHIEVEMENT: Attaining the skills and expertise to enhance a woman’s natural beauty. INNOVATIONS:

True specializes in performing cosmetic procedures on patients while they are awake. He uses mild sedation and local tumescent anesthesia to perform them, and the patient is very comfortable. These include Awake Breast Augmentation, Awake Tummy Tuck, Awake Liposuction and SmartLipo; Utilizing the SmartXide DOT laser, True can resurface a woman’s face to bring back some of the youth that age, sun damage and other factors have stolen from her; True can enhance a woman’s natural beauty both inside and out, including offering bioidentical hormone Pellet therapy and other anti-aging concepts. FREE ADVICE: Stay in shape and practice preventative medicine.

CONTACT INFORMATION: 5203 Heritage Ave. • Colleyville, Texas 76034 817.399.8783 • Fax 817.858.0302 truemd.com

“My philosophy is to keep individuals pain free, maintaining an active lifestyle and working. I reserve surgical management for patients who do not respond to conservative care or have no other reasonable options. Our practice is dedicated to reconstructive foot & ankle surgery and diabetic wound care management.”

Dr Carpenter currently serves as Director of Podiatric Residency Training at John Peter Smith Trauma Center in Ft. Worth. Raised here in Wise County he is very proud that he has had the opportunity to help the citizens of Wise County. Board Certified by the American Board of Podiatric Surgery in Foot & Ankle Surgery.

Comprehensive Orthopaedic Care for the Entire Family Specializing In:

• General Orthopaedics

• Spinal Surgery

• Arthroscopic Surgery

• Fractures and Trauma

• Post Traumatic Reconstruction

Sports Medicine

• Total Join Replacement

• Foot and Ankle Surgery

• Pediatric Surgery

• Hand Surgery

• Reconstructive Surgery of the Hip & Knee

Art on Main

Main Street Fort Worth Arts Festival brings thousands of artists and collectors each year. The festival is April 8-11. To learn more, turn the page.

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FESTIVALS

BuTTEr FLIES In ThE GA rdEn, ThrouGh Apr IL 6 » Exhibition of tropical butterflies from around the world in the conservatory at the Botanic Garden. Fort Worth Botanic Garden, 817.871.7686.

M AIn S Tr EET For T Wor Th Ar TS FESTIVAL , Apr IL 8 ThrouGh 11

» One of the nation’s top fine arts fairs, combines with the city’s museum district to lure artists, art and music lovers and collectors who pack downtown Fort Worth each year with crowds numbering in the tens of thousands. Downtown Fort Worth, 817.336.ARTS.

Spr In G FESTIVAL In ThE

JA pA nESE GA rdEn, Apr IL 24

ThrouGh 25 » Enjoy traditional Japanese dance, music, martial arts demonstrations, papermaking and tea ceremonies. Fort Worth Botanic Garden, 817.871.7686.

M Ay FEST, Apr IL 29 ThrouGh

M Ay 2 » Family festival featuring food, arts, crafts and live performances held on the banks of the Trinity River. Trinity Park, 817.332.1055.

MuSEuMS

GEorGIA o’K EEFFE A nd ThE FA r WAy: nATurE A nd IMAGE , ThrouGh SEp. 6 » In partnership with the Georgia O’Keeffe Museum in Santa Fe, N.M., the Cowgirl Museum displays an exhibition of one of the most famous artists of the 20th century and 1991 Honoree, Georgia O’Keeffe. National Cowgirl Museum and Hall of Fame, 817.336.4475.

Fo CuS: GAB r IEL ACEVEdo VELA rdE , ThrouGh Apr IL 4 » Gabriel Acevedo Velarde’s spontaneous video-based performances frequently include the artist amid projected backdrops of video montages. Modern Art Museum, 817.738.9215.

Andy WA rhoL: ThE L AST dECA dE , ThrouGh M Ay 16 » For Warhol, this was a period of renewed vigor and enthusiasm that resulted in one of the most productive periods of his career. Modern Art Museum, 817.738.9215.

M Ay 16 » In 1900, Edward S. Curtis undertook the momentous task of documenting American Indian cultures across the United States. Amon Carter Museum, 817.738.1933.

FrEEdo M n oW: TAMA r Ind LITho Gr A phy WorKShop, ThrouGh M Ay 17 » This exhibition of prints from the 1960s explores the international call for social and political justice and examines how a handful of artists addressed these themes through irony, satire, allegory and stark realism. Amon Carter Museum, 817.738.1933.

M ASTErWorKS oF A MEr ICA n phoTo Gr A phy: p opuLA r CuLTurE , ThrouGh JuLy 18 » Immerse yourself in the Carter’s latest photography exhibition. These images offer moments of recognition that bind us as a culture, and remind

us of photography’s vibrant ability to reflect our shared lives. Amon Carter Museum, 817.738.1933.

Fo CuS: B En JonES, Apr IL 11 ThrouGh JunE 6 » American-born artist Ben Jones’ work investigates new methods of pictorial storytelling in the digital age. Modern Art Museum, 817.738.9215

A MEr ICA n ModErn S on pA pEr: M ASTErWorKS Fro M ThE WA dSWor Th AThEnEuM MuSEuM oF Ar T, ThrouGh M Ay 30 » Savor the opportunity to view the finest watercolors, pastels, and drawings by leading avant-garde American artists of the early 20th century. Amon Carter Museum, 817.738.1933.

FIr ST Fr IdAyS AT ThE M odErn , y EA r round » The first Friday of each month, the Fort Worth StarTelegram, the Modern Art Museum of Fort Worth and Cafe Modern team up to bring you live music and cocktails. Modern Art Museum, 817.738.9215.

SId r ICh A rdSon MuSEuM , y EA rround » Through their collections, oilmen like Sid Richardson, Amon Carter, Thomas Gilcrease, Frank Phillips and R.W. Norton established a

link to the romantic legends of the Old West. Sid Richardson Museum, 817.332.6554.

"r EMB r A ndT LAuGh In G": pASSIon In EA r Ly SELF por Tr AITS, A pr IL 9 » This is one of many lectures in the Kimbell lecture series. The lecture begins at 6 p.m. Kimbell Art Museum, 817.332.8451.

E x Tr AordIn A ry orn AMEnTS: ThE pAInTIn GS oF r ICh A rd pA r KES B on In GTon, A pr IL 30» The lecture begins at 6 p.m. Kimbell Art Museum, 817.332.8451.

AFTEr hour S AT ThE KIMBELL , SECond SATurdAy oF ThE M onTh, y EA r round » Join other art and music lovers to listen to music, enjoy an exhibition tour and sip cocktails. The Oakland Band is visiting in April. Kimbell Art Museum, 817.332.8451.

Send calendar information to Fort Worth, Texas: The City’s Magazine, c/o Paul K. Harral, executive editor, 6777 Camp Bowie Blvd., Ste. 130, Fort Worth, Texas 76116, or e-mail ideas to pharral@fwtexas.com. Special consideration will be given to submissions that include photographs. To meet publishing deadlines, information must be received two months prior to monthly magazine issue. pit Stop April 15 - 18 at Texas Motor Speedway, fans can enjoy a fun-filled weekend of NASCAR and race activities. For more information, call 817.215.8500.

EdWA rd S. Cur TIS: ThE n or Th A MEr ICA n IndIA n, ThrouGh

"I ShoT A ndy WA rhoL ," A pr IL 10 » This film is part of an ongoing series featuring critically acclaimed films. Admission is $15. Magnolia at the Modern, 817.738.9215.

STA r pA r T y, A pr IL 24 » Join the Noble Planetarium for free monthly star parties. Several telescopes will

be available for viewing, and astronomy buffs will help navigate your way through the sky. Party begins at dusk. Admission is free. Fort Worth Museum of Science and History, 817.255.9300.

OMNI IMAX» In April there are several shows to enjoy including: Sharks, Forces of Nature, Animalopolis, Ride Around the World, and Avatar. Fort Worth Museum of Science and History, 817.255.9300.

MUSIC

B Illy B OB ’S Te XAS » Billy Bob’s Texas, 817.624.7117.

Apr Il 2 » Roger Creager

Apr Il 3 » Casey Donahew

Apr Il 9 » Asleep at the Wheel

Apr Il 10 » Bret Michaels

Apr Il 16 » Chris Knight

Apr Il 17 » Jason Boland

Apr Il 23 » Johnny Cooper

Apr Il 24 » Rober Earl Keen

Apr Il 25 » Dierks Bentley

Apr Il 30 » Wade Bowen

Gr A pev INe Opry » 817.481.8733.

Apr Il 3 » New artist spotlight

AprIl 10 » Country music showcase

AprIl 23 » Gospel music showcase

AprIl 24 » Fabulous fifties jukebox

WO rk S Of Sh OSTAkOvICh, prOkOfIev, MeN del SSO hN AN d Br Id Ge, Ale SSIO BAX , GUeST pIANIST, Apr Il 10 » Chamber Music Society of Fort Worth, 817.877.3003.

SA r A hICk MAN & SUSAN WerNer, ThrOUGh Apr Il 2 » Come spend a very special evening with singer-songwriters Sara Hickman and Susan Werner, as they exchange songs and stories about their lives, loves and music. Performing Arts Fort Worth, 817.212.4325.

J O hNNIe hIG h'S COUNTry MUSIC r evUe » April 3, 10, 17, 24. 224 N. Center St., Arlington. For ticket pricing, reservations or more details, johnniehighcountry.com 817.226.4400 or 888.544.2686.

BeeTh OveN ’S N INTh Sy M ph ON y, ThrOUGh Apr Il 18 » Beethoven’s celebrated Ninth Symphony is one of the greatest and most influential symphonies ever written. Fort Worth Symphony Orchestra, 817.665.6000.

J ON N Ak AMATSU, pIANO, J ON M ANASSe, Cl A r INeT, Apr Il 13 » Since they first shared a concert stage five years ago, Cliburn gold medalist Jon Nakamatsu and clarinetist Jon Manasse have become the best of friends. Cliburn Concerts, 817.335.9000.

BeeTh OveN N INTh Sy M ph ON y, Apr Il 16-18 » One of the greatest and most influential symphonies ever written. Inspired by Friedrich Schiller’s Ode to Joy poem – and incorporating part of the text – the Symphony’s universal message of love touches all who hear it. Fort Worth Symphony Orchestra, 817.665.6000.

J O hN W IllIAMS lIve: S TA r WA r S AN d BeyON d A GAl A CONCer T, Apr Il 20 » John Williams has composed the music and served as music director for more than 100 films, including Star Wars, E.T., the Indiana Jones trilogy, Jaws, Shindler’s List, Superman, Born on the Fourth of July and Memoirs of a Geisha. He is one of the most respected and honored composers of film and concert music today. Fort Worth Symphony Orchestra, 817.665.6000.

pINk M A r TINI , Apr Il 23

ThrOUGh 25 » Pink Martini’s perfect party mix recipe: Blend classical, jazz and global influences. Throw in China Forbes’ velvety voice. Shake well. Serve. Fort Worth Symphony Orchestra, 817.665.6000.

ThUr SdAy JAZZ Ser IeS » This series will include six concerts and feature some prominent nationally known acts. April will feature the Dan Faehnle Trio. Concerts begin at 6:30 p.m. Fort Worth Central Library, 817.871.7705.

COMedy

CUr TIS NeedS A rIde COMedy

Show, ongoing » A comedy troupe made up of TCU alumni light up the Four Day Weekend stage with laughter for weekly improvisational shows. Four Day Weekend Theater, 817.226.4DAY.

Four Day weeken D, FriDay an D Satur Day, ongoing » The popular improvisational comedy troupe performs skits and songs based on audience suggestions. Four Day Weekend Theater, 817.226.4DAY.

h yena’S ComeDy n ight Club » Hyena’s Comedy Night Club, 817.877.5233.

Stage/theater

the great ameriC an trailer Park muSiC al — South Park meet S DeSPerate h ouSewive S, through m ay 29 » Circle Theatre, 817.877.3040.

o ne m o’ time - a n evening at the lyriC theatre 1926, through aPril 25 » This is a revived Off Broadway show which has audiences rockin’ the rafters and dancin’ in the aisles, thrilling to this artful recreation of old time, 1920’s Black vaudeville. Jubilee Theatre, 817.338.4411.

"the SleePing b eauty," aPril 9 through 11 » Lavish sets transform the stage with fairy tale wonder as music by Tchaikovsky enraptures the audience and invites us all to join in the story of The Sleeping Beauty and her prince. Texas Ballet Theater, 877828-9200.

CruiSin' Down b roa Dway, a Pril 15 » Music from Anchors Aweigh, The Unsinkable Molly Brown, and many more. Symphony Arlington. 817.385.0484

theatreFeS t 2010, a Pril 16 an D 17 » A showcase of comic and dramatic one-act plays featuring the work of students and faculty of the UTA Department of Theatre Arts is featured. Mainstage Theatre (Fine Arts Building-North, Room 174). April 16, 8 p.m., and April 17, 12:30 p.m. and 8 p.m. Price: $10 for General Public; $7 for Students/Senior Citizens/UTA Faculty and Staff. 817.272.2669. the 25th a nnual Putnam County SPelling b ee, through m ay 9 » Six bright and boastful adolescents, portrayed by adults, vie for the title of spelling bee champion. Theater Arlington, 817.275.7661.

theatreFeS t 2010, a Pril 23 - 24 » My Emperor's New Clothes, written by Larry Shue and directed by UTA Department of Theatre Arts Associate Professor Joe Chapa, is suitable for the whole family. Based on the story by Hans Christian Anderson,

this classic tale of a self-obsessed emperor and his motley court is full of fast-paced action and hummable songs. Mainstage Theatre (Fine Arts Building-North, Room 174). April 23, 8 p.m, and April 24, 2:30 p.m. and 8 p.m. Price: $10 for General Public; $7 for Students/Senior Citizens/UTA Faculty & Staff. 817.272.2669.

SPortS

texa S r anger S » Rangers Ballpark in Arlington, 817.273.5100.

aPril 5, 7, 8 » Toronto Blue Jays

aPril 9-11 » Seattle Mariners

aPril 23-26 » Detroit Tigers

aPril 27-29 » Chicago White Sox

tCu ba Seball » Charlie and Marie Lupton Baseball Stadium, 817.257. FROG.

aPril 1-3 » San Diego State

aPril 6 » Oklahoma

aPril 13 » Texas A&M

aPril 19 » Dallas Baptist 19

aPril 23-25 » UNLV

aPril 27 » Baylor

tCu tenniS » Bayard H. Friedman Tennis Center, 817.257.FROG.

aPril 8 » Utah

aPril 10 » BYU

aPril 16 » Air Force

tCu traCk an D FielD » Lowdon Track and Field Complex, 817.257. FROG.

aPril 16 & 17 » TCU Track Invitational

2010 texa S motor SPeeDway: the Sam Sung 500 weeken D, a Pril 15 - 18 » This weekend features both the NASCAR Sprint Cup Series and NASCAR Nationwide Series. Texas Motor Speedway, 817.215.8500.

other attraCtionS

uta a nnual gla SS a rt Show, a Pril 2 » Studio Arts Center Glass Studios, 810 S. Davis Drive. Dazzling designs along with colorful vases, paperweights, and other functional items will be among the pieces of blown and fused glass available for purchase. Created by UT Arlington Art and Art History Department faculty and students. Proceeds benefit the student artists, the glass program and the Glass Studio. 9 a.m-4 p.m. Admission: Free.

viC tory over violen Ce walk/ run, aPril 10 » Benefits the antiviolence programs of the Women’s

Center of Tarrant County, serving over 90,000 women, men and children through its rape crisis and victim services, counseling and employment programs. Trinity Park, 817.927.4006. Fort worth Zoo run, aPril 17 » Proceeds support the Zoo’s conservation efforts for animals that need your help. Fort Worth Zoo, 817.759.7500.

vitro m o Da 3—w here gla SS rule S the runway, aPril 17 » Couture models saunter the catwalk showing glass art pieces created by artisans from all over the region. Allglass silent auction, live auction and food and wine donated from some of the best restaurants in the area. Fort Worth Community Arts Center, 6 - 9 p.m., 1300 Gendy. Tickets: $25 General Admission, $50 Runway Seating and $75 for VIP front-row seating. 817.899.0024.

DiSney o n iCe PreSent S let’S Celebrate in Fort worth, aPril 2 » A winter wonderland with Mickey Mouse and Minnie Mouse, a Halloween haunt with the Disney Villains, a Hawaiian luau with Lilo and Stitch, a Royal Ball with the Disney Princesses. Fort Worth Convention Center, 1-800-745-3000.

Komen Race fo R the cuR e, a pR il 24 » The 18th Annual 2010 Tarrant County run will raise money to fund local breast cancer programs and to help find a cure for breast cancer. Sundance Square, 817-735-8580.

SouthlaK e aR t in the Squa R e, a pR il 24 - 26 » An annual fundraising event created by Southlake Women’s Club with proceeds designated for local charities. Southlake Town Square, www.artinthesquare.com.

goodwill induS tR ieS of fo R t

wo R th'S job, wellne SS and R eSouRce faiR , a pR il 28 - 30» This event benefits people in the community that are job searching, as well as individuals that could benefit from health and community resources. Goodwill Industries of Fort Worth, 817.332.7866.

SchieffeR S ympoSium, apR il 7

» TCU's Schieffer School of Journalism will hold its sixth annual Schieffer Symposium led by Bob Schieffer. Schieffer School of Journalism, 817.257.5976.

Run fo R R ideRS, apR il 3 » A 10K run, 5K run/walk and 1K fun run/walk benefit All Equestrian Horses Helping People. The run will be held in the Stockyards. All Star Foundation, 817.731.1760.

texa S Sized ea S teR celeb R ation and egg hunt, apR il 3

» This annual Easter celebration includes an Easter egg hunt, pictures with the Easter bunny, education program, Fort Worth Herd cowcamp, and the Fort Worth Herd cattle drive. Stockyards Station, 817.625.9715.

big ta S te of fo R t wo R th, apR il 18 » This premier food and wine tasting event features the gourmet cuisine of Tarrant County's finest restaurants and caterers. Big Brothers Big Sisters, kdiggs@bbbstx.org.

hidden ga R den S of fo R t wo R th touR , apR il 30 - may 2

» Enjoy a rare opportunity to step inside the private gardens of Fort Worth's most beautiful neighborhoods. Historic Fort worth, Inc., historicfortworth.org.

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Tuesday, April 27, 2010

9:30 am – 11:30 am

Boutique shopping

11:30 am – 1:00 pm

Lunch and Program (shopping closed)

1:00 pm – 3:00 pm

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Art That Makes You Laugh

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Downtown Diner

Serving updated comfort food classics in a casual, chic setting, Cowtown Diner is a unique addition to Sundance Square.

From steaks to sushi and from bars to barbecue, downtown’s Sundance Square has its fair share of restaurants and watering holes. The one thing it was missing was a late-night, early-morning spot to cure cravings. That is, until January when Fort Worthnative Scott Jones, creator of Dallas’ Café Italia and Screen Door Café, opened Cowtown Diner on Main. Serving breakfast, dinner, and everything in between, it brings nearly around-theclock dining to downtown.

Comfortable and stylish, the restaurant’s décor is a chic update on retro-diner style with a Western twist. Tufted pistachio-colored chairs surround diner tables with wood laminate tops. Old-fashioned Fort Worth-themed art and cowboy hats decorate the walls and brick columns. Graphic patterned fabrics and retro flair blend with more rustic elements like the wooden floor.

Sunday-Thursday 6 a.m.-2 a.m. Friday and Saturday 6 a.m.-4 a.m.

The breakfast menu, available daily until 11 a.m., offers traditional morning fare like eggs, waffles, and biscuits and gravy. A more elaborate brunch menu — complete with four unique versions of Eggs Benedict, including Short Rib Benedict — is available on weekends.

On our dinnertime visit, we started with the Pigs in a Handmade Quilt ($7.95) appetizer. A grown-up version of pigs in a

305 Main St., Fort Worth 817.332.9555, thecowtowndiner.com $$-$$$

blanket, it was the best part of our meal. Puffed pastry surrounded grilled venison chipotle jack sausage, which was spicy with a hint of smokiness. The savory pastry was perfectly flakey, but the inside was a bit doughy. However, that was probably because of the sausage’s moistness. Six slices of the sausage-pastry combo were topped with a dollop of what the menu said was honey mustard. Although the sauce was good, it tasted more like homemade ranch with a bit of a bite from sour cream.

Other appetizer options ranged from Deviled Eggs to Crispy Calamari served with okra and pepperoncini.

Entrees were modern interpretations of classic diner and comfort food, but steaks and salmon were also available. The Turkey a la King ($11.95) was decent but fell short. It was oven-roasted turkey combined with sliced mushrooms, peas, pearl onions and baby carrots in a creamy sauce.

The carrots were cooked well, but the pearl onions were slightly under-

Golfing & Gourmet

Clear Fork Grill brings rustic elegance and fine dining to the Crown Valley Golf Course.

Tucked away at the Crown Valley Golf Club, Clear Fork Grill offers the Aledo and Weatherford area quality cuisine on the course. Located off the beaten path approximately 30 minutes west of downtown Fort Worth, the rustic restaurant offers views of the adjacent golf course, making it worth the drive and especially visit-worthy if you’re in the Weatherford area.

On our most recent visit, we started with Fried Portobello Mushrooms ($7), which were the highlight of our meal. Thick, crispy batter coated long, inch-wide strips of the meaty mushroom caps. The batter was salty but well seasoned and flavorful. Hot and tender, the strips were perfect for dipping in the side of Parmesan-enhanced ranch sauce. The CrabStuffed Avocado appetizer, which was grilled “Southwest style,” also sounded appealing.

For main courses, Clear Fork offers classics like a steakhouse burger with grilled onions, smoked bacon and bleu cheese. Homemade pizza with house-made dough is also a popular choice. Sides like Truffle Mac and Cheese are also available.

We couldn’t resist trying the Pan-Seared Crab Cakes ($20). With a crispy breadcrumb crust on the outside, the two crab cakes were perfectly moist in the center.

Small pieces of crab mixed with breadcrumbs and the occasional bits of finely chopped bell peppers. Crisply fried truffle shoestring pota-

toes topped the cakes. For extra flavor, the restaurant added poblano pepper sauce on the side. Pureed to nearly the consistency of smooth guacamole, the mild peppers added earthiness to the dish.

The crab cakes rested in a pool of bright green asparagus vinaigrette. I was excited to try it but was underwhelmed. Besides color, it didn’t contribute much to the entrée. A side of Karl’s Cole Slaw added crunch with its crispy cabbage and shredded carrots. Unfortunately, it had entirely too much mayonnaise, and the vegetables swam in their soupy dressing.

We also tried Clear Fork Grill’s Peppercorn-Crusted Beef Filet ($29). Well executed, the juicy 8-ounce steak was nicely cooked with discernable grill marks. Garlic and the sweetness of onions flavored a Cabernet reduction sauce that added an extra punch of flavor and moistness. Whipped skin-on mashed potatoes were decent but lacked seasoning.

For dessert, we wanted to try the Crème Brûlée, but they were out for the night. We settled on the Molten Chocolate Cake, which

was incredibly moist. Dulce de leche ice cream and shaved chocolate topped the rich chocolate cake, and drizzled thick chocolate ganache added even more richness to the dessert. Overall, the sweet cake combo wasn’t spectacular, but it was good.

Although the food at Clear Fork Grill is tasty, the restaurant’s most notable feature is its atmosphere. In addition to views of the golf course, its décor creates a warm, welcoming environment. High-quality leather booths along the wall frame thick, darkly stained wooden tables. Modern blown glass pendant lights hang above the tables, and paintings that decorate the walls are for sale for those who are interested.

In the center of the dining room, cowhide rugs rest underneath the tables and atop the stained concrete floors. Elements like distressed thick wood trim and hammered, heavy silverware contribute to the restaurant’s rustic vibe. Individual bud vases on each table balance Clear Fork Grill’s more masculine qualities.

Monday-Friday 10:30 a.m.-9 p.m.

Saturday and Sunday 10:30 a.m.-10 p.m. 29 Crown Road, Willow Park 817.441.2300 $$-$$$

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The most sought-after restaurant listing to navigate the area's growing dining scene.

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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 Paul K. Harral at pharral@fwtexas.com.

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5 & diner » 522 Lincoln Square, Arlington, 817.277.7900. This 50s-style diner offers tasty food in a fun, casual setting. 6am-10pm daily. $ B L D

BlACkFinn restAurAnt & sAloon » 4001 Bagpiper Way, Ste. 101, 817.468.3332. When you come to BlackFinn, prepare to eat great food in a fun environment. With a flat-panel TV at every booth, can you say game day? 11am-2am daily. $-$$ L D (✹ T

BJ’s restAurAnt And Brewhouse » 201 Interstate 20 E., 817.465.5225. What started as a Chicago-style pizzeria in California is now a national chain that boasts everything on the menu tastes better with a BJ’s beer. 11am-midnight Sun.-Thu.; 11am-1am Fri.Sat. $-$$ L D

CheF Point CAFe » 5901 Watauga Rd., Watauga, 817.656.0080. Eat gourmet in a gas station! Located inside a Conoco station, don’t expect white tablecloths in this cafe, whose motto is “Fill’er-up outside, fill’er-up inside.” This unique restaurant features everything from delicious burgers to stuffed steaks and lamb chops. 11am-9pm Mon.-Thur.; 11am-10pm Fri.; 7am-10pm Sat.; 10am8pm Sun. Breakfast Saturdays. $-$$ L D dAve & Busters » 425 Curtis Mathes Way, 817.525.2501. Dave & Buster's is a one-of-a-kind restaurant and fun house because it serves a variety of classic bar and grill food, along with with many video games. 11am-midnight Sun.-Thu.; 11am-1am Fri.-Sat. $$ L D ✹

gArden CottAge teA rooM » 5505 Davis Blvd., 817.656.9780. Escape to The Garden Cottage Tea Room inside Golightly’s Gallery in North Richland Hills. This graceful tea room has been serving tremendously light fare and decadent desserts: banana caramel pie, caramel pecan cheesecake and chewy butter cake, just to name a few — made from scratch — since 1985. This charming lunch or meeting spot, which is also available for special events, is the perfect place to grab a light lunch or enjoy a cup of tea. 10am-6pm Mon.-Sat.; 1pm-5pm Sun. $ L (

houlihAn’s » 401 E. 1-20 Hwy., 817.375.3863. Look no further for your favorite American dishes as well as Asian- and Italian-inspired entrees.

The food here is made fresh and from scratch. 11am-midnight, bar 2am Mon.Sat.; 11am-10pm, bar midnight Sun. $$-$$$ L D (✹ T

huMPerdink's restAurAnt And Brewery » 700 Six Flags Drive, 817.640.8553. Visit Humperdink's after a fun-filled day at Six Flags or to watch a big game. Guests can enjoy the many flat-screen TVs while enjoying sports bar and grill cuisine. 11am-midnight, bar 2am Mon.-Sat.; 11am-2am Sun.-Sat. $$ L D (✹

MAC’s BAr & grill » 6077 W. I-20, 817.572.0541. The cuisine in this Chicago-style restaurant ranges from Southwestern to Cajun to American grill. Dishes include prime rib, shrimp or crawfish étouffée and even chicken-fried steak. Mac’s maintains an upscale, casual atmosphere with white tablecloths, tulip lights, dark wood walls and candlelight. 11am-midnight Fri. & Sat.; 10am-10pm Sun. $$ L D (

MArket street » 5605 Colleyville Blvd., 817.577.5020. Good meals to eat in or take home. Good choices of breakfast, salads, pizzas and Tex-Mex. Don’t forget the cobbler. 6am-10pm daily. $ B L D (✹

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. Along with its doppelganger on Eastchase Parkway, No Frills Grill offers large portions at low prices. Video games, a pool table, a back patio and 80-plus screens make dining fun at all hours at this local sports bar. 11am2am daily. $ L D(✹

olenJACk’s grille » 770 Road to Six Flags East, Ste. 100., 817.226.2600. Chef Brian Olenjack has developed an eclectic menu where there’s something for everyone. Try the chicken-fried steak, so big you’ll have leftovers for days. 11am10pm Mon.-Thu.; 11am-11pm Fri.-Sat.; 11am-9pm Sun. $-$$$ B L D (✹ rose gArden teArooM » 3708 W. Pioneer Pkwy., 817.795.3093. The Rose Garden Tearoom is known for its flavorful rose tea and scrumptious bakeries. You’ll feel as if you’ve stepped into England. 11:30am-3:30pm Mon.-Sat.; 12pm3:30pm Sun. $ L ( the sAnFord house » 506 N. Center St., 817.861.2129. The comfortable Victorian-style inn just north of downtown offers exquisite dining. Res-

ervations requested. Breakfast Hours 8am-9:30am Mon.-Sat.; 8am-11am Sun. Lunch Hours 11am-2pm Tue.-Sat. Dinner Hours 6pm-9pm Fri.-Sat. $-$$ B L D (✹ T

southern reCiPes grill » 2715 N. Collins St., 817.469.9878. A restaurant that offers up great atmosphere and a choice of chicken, seafood or steak. 11am-9pm Mon.-Sat. $-$$ L D( ✹ ventAnA grille » 7005 Golf Club Dr., 817.548.5047. Located inside the clubhouse at Tierre Verde Golf Club. Serves all meals, but a great pick for an evening out! 6:30am-9pm Sun-Thur; 6:30am10pm Fri. & Sat. $-$$ B L D ( ✹ Fort worth

Billy Miner’s sAloon » 150 W. 3rd St., 817.877.3301. One of the first in downtown, you’ll find your favorite grill food, from burgers and fries to just about anything else. 11am-midnight Fri. & Sat.; 11:30am-10pm Sun. $ L D ( ✹

BlueBonnet CAFÉ » 2223 Haltom Rd., Haltom City, 817.834.4988. The only thing better than the breakfast — and not much is — is the pot roast. The Southern-style cooking is complemented by mementos from "I Love Lucy." 6:30am-2:30pm Mon.-Sat. $ B L BuFFAlo Bros PizzA wings & suBs » 3015 S. University Dr., 817. 386.9601. This perfect college hangout offers ice cold beer, pizza, wings and sub sandwiches. It's also a great place to catch the game. 11 am-11 pm Sun.-Sat. $$ L D

Buttons » 4701 W. Freeway, 817.735.4900. Fort Worth featuring Keith Hicks’ signature upscale southern-chic cuisine paired with old school music and a vibrant atmosphere. Lunch Hours 11:30am-2:30pm Mon.-Fri.; Dinner Hours 5pm-10pm Sun.-Thur; 5pm-midnight Fri. & Sat.; Sunday Brunch 11am-3pm Sun. $$$ L D (

ChArleston’s » 3020 S. Hulen St., 817.735.8900. You can get as casual as coaching shorts, though we’d suggest one think better of it. There’s nothing casual, though, about the hickory-grilled pork, Idaho rainbow trout and classic baby back ribs. 11am-10pm Mon.-Thu.; 11am-11pm Fri.-Sat.; 11am-9pm Sun. $$ L D ( ✹

the Covey restAurAnt And Brewery » 3010 S. Hulen St., 817.731.7933. Offering a combination of styles, one side of this fine dining establishment is a comfortable brew pub with its own on-site brewmaster, and the other side is a classic restaurant serving creative cuisine and fine wines. 11am11pm Sun.-Thu.; 11am-midnight Fri.-Sat. $$-$$$ L D (✹

Curly’s CustArd » 4017 Camp Bowie Blvd., 817.763.8700. Cool down with a fresh frozen custard or try a milkshake—35 flavors to choose from! Enjoy on outdoor benches or drive thru. 11am10pm Sun.-Thu.; 11am-11pm Fri.-Sat. $ L D ✹

dixie house CAFe » 3701 E. Belknap St., 817.222.0883. Other locations: 6200 E. Lancaster, 817.451.6180; 5401 S. Hulen St., 817.361.8500; 5401 Blue Mound Rd., 817.625.4115, Dinner Friday Nights. This family-operated restaurant is known for its chicken-fried steak and homemade

rolls. 6:30am-2pm Mon.-Thu. & Sat.; 6:30am-8:30pm Fri. $ B L (

drew’s PlACe » 5701 Curzon Ave., 817.735.4408. A westside favorite for good home cooking. Excellent service and a friendly atmosphere. 10:30am7pm Tue.-Thur.; 10:30am-8pm Fri.; 10:30am-6pm Sat. Closed Sun.-Mon. $-$$ L D (

Fred’s tex As CAFe » 915 Currie St., 817.332.0083. This great music venue features innovative food combinations, from hamburgers to green chili pork roast with sweet potatoes and sourdough battered chicken-fried steak and gravy. The outdoor patio only adds to the attraction of the fun café. 10:30ammidnight Tue.-Sat.; 10:30am-9pm Sun. Closed Mon. $$ L D ✹

gAllery Art CAFe » 609 S. Jennings Ave., 817.335.4646. The menu features American/Southwestern favorites, and the food is worth coming back for. 7am3pm Mon.-Fri; 10am-2pm Sat. & Sun.; 5pm-10pm Thur. & Sun.; 5pm-11pm Fri. & Sat $ B L D

luCile’s stAteside Bistro » 4700 Camp Bowie Blvd., 817.738.4761. Where do we start—with tableside bananas foster for an entrée or fried green tomatoes with an incredible lobster bisque for dessert? Grazing and drinking in any order are popular sports at this favorite westside bistro. Lucile’s has brunch Sat. and Sun. and 40, yes, 40 great martinis. 11:30am-10pm Mon.-Thu.; 11:30am11pm Fri.; 9am-11pm Sat.; 9am-10pm Sun. $$ L D ( ✹

lunCh Box » 6333 Camp Bowie Blvd., 817.738.2181. This westside lunch hot spot serves fabulous soups, salads and more. The colorful, flavorful menu will satisfy any taste. 11am-3pm Mon.-Fri.; 11am-2:30pm Sat. $ L

MAssey’s » 1805 8th Ave., 817.921.5582. Open since 1947, this place is an institution, built largely on its reputation for chicken-fried steak. There’s all-you-can-eat catfish on Wednesday and Friday nights, and steaks, seafood and salads. For dessert, try a slice of homemade pie. No frills in the ambiance—this is strictly casual dining. 11am-9pm Mon.-Fri.; 11am-8pm Sat.; 11am-3pm Sun. $ L D

MontgoMery street CAFÉ » 2000 Montgomery St., 817.731.8033. This is no-frills cooking at its finest. From omelets to chicken-fried steak, the menu includes fabulous Southern favorites. 6am-2pm Mon.-Fri.; 7am-noon Sat. $ B L(

old neighBorhood grill » 1633 Park Place Ave., 817.923.2282. Everyone knows everyone’s name in this appropriately named grill. Fabulous breakfast entreés of pancakes and Belgian waffles are matched by an equally scrumptious lunch/dinner menu. 7am-9pm Mon.-Sat.

$ B L D ✹

ol’ south PAnCAke house » 1509 S. University Dr., 817.336.0311. This place is hopping 24 hours a day, so if you get a craving in the middle of the night for German pancakes, slip on your fuzzy house shoes and join the party. Open 24 hours. $ B L D (

PAris CoFFee shoP » 700 W. Mag-

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nolia, 817.335.2041. This Fort Worth institution has been serving up homemade breakfasts and lunches since 1930. 6am-2:30pm Mon.-Fri.; Breakfast Only 6am-11am Sat. $ B L (

Park Hill Cafe » 2974 Park Hill Dr., 817.921.5660. With a weekend menu that changes on a weekly basis, you can’t go wrong at this quaint cafe. On the regular weekly menu, try the Smoked Turkey Park Hill sandwich - smoked turkey, cranberry relish, coleslaw and spicy mustard on toast. Serves fabulous American cuisine in the evenings and a scrumptious Sunday Brunch. Lunch Hours 10am-3pm Mon.-Sat.; Dinner Hours 6pm-9pm; Sunday Brunch 10am-1pm Sun. $-$$ L D

POP’S Safari rOOM » 2929 Morton St., 817.877.0916. You’ll find just about any wine and a good cigar, but don’t forget the fine food in one of the two smoke-free dining rooms. Specializing in wild game, entreés feature beef tenderloin, crab cakes and more. 9am10:30pm Mon.; 9am-11pm Tue.-Thur.; 9am-midnight Fri. & Sat.; Lunch Hours 11:30am-2pm; Dinner Hours 6pm-9pm $$-$$$ L D ( ✹

riSe & SHiNe » 3636 Altamesa Blvd., 817.423.3555. Breakfast served all day, featuring 54 varieties of omelets and other goodies. The lunch menu is pretty tasty, too. 6am-2pm daily. $ B L (

SeCreT GarDeN TearOOM » 2601 Montgomery St., 817.763.9787. Indeed a secret garden, the tearoom is nestled among 40 separate “shops” inside the Montgomery Street Antique Mall, which offers a unique casual dining experience. The menu features light sandwiches and a variety of salads, soups and quiche. And as the name implies, they carry a wide range of teas (might we suggest the apricot-mango?). 11am-3pm Mon.Fri.; 11am-4pm Sat.; noon-4pm Sun. $ L (

SNOOkie’S » 2755 S. Hulen St., 817.207.0788. The menu at first seems typical of casual American cuisine until you hit Ostrich burger. If that doesn’t appeal, however, stick with cheese fries or any of the other five burgers. A fully stocked bar offers eight beers on tap— including Dos Equis Lager and Black and Tans—and four TVs to watch the big games. 11am-2am daily. $ L D ✹

TeX aS Grill » 6550 Camp Bowie Blvd., 817.377.0270. This casual Westernstyle restaurant is a real steal, with the most expensive entrée less than $7. The menu features unusual items, such as tuna salad with homemade dressing and chicken-fried steak topped with spicy queso. A dozen bottled beers are available, including Texas favorites Shiner and Lone Star. 11am-9pm daily. $ L D ( ✹

THe rOSe GarDeN Tea rOOM » 7200 Camp Bowie Blvd., 817.731.7673. The Rose Garden Tearoom is known for its flavorful rose tea and scrumptious bakeries. You’ll feel as if you’ve stepped into England. 11:30am-3:30pm Mon-Sat.; 12pm-3:30pm Sun. $ L (

ViDalia’S aT THe WOrTHiNGTON » 200 Main St., 817.210.2222. With dishes ranging from fried green tomatoes to smothered pork chops, the cuisine at Vidalia’s is unequivocally Southern. Using such regional products as beef from Grandview and grits from Waco,

Vidalia’s homestyle take on upscale cuisine is infused with a true taste of the South. 6am-10pm Sun.-Thur.; 6am10:30pm Fri. & Sat.; 10am-2pm Sun. $$ B L D T (

WeSTSiDe CafÉ » 7950 W. Camp Bowie Blvd., 817.560.1996. Enjoy Southern cooking served with Southern hospitality. The breakfasts are huge, the lunches are so good, and both will leave you needing/wanting a good Southernstyle nap. 6am-10pm daily. $ B L D

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MarCUS » 2100 Green Oaks Blvd., 817.989.4650. A delightful dining adventure for lunch with excellent service. 11am-3pm Mon.-Sat $$ L ( keller/lake COUNTry

HarbOr ONe » 9315 Boat Club Rd., 817.236.8150. The view from this restaurant is one of the best in the county. 10am-6pm Wed.-Sun. $ L D ( rOaNOke

babe’S CHiCkeN DiNNer HOUSe » 104 N. Oak, 817.491.2900. A tradition among locals, Babe’s Chicken Dinner House offers Southern fried chicken, green beans, cream corn and salad with a sweet vinaigrette served family-style. Lunch Hours 11am-2pm Mon.-Fri.; Dinner Hours 4:30pm-9pm Mon.-Fri; All Day 11am-9pm Sat.; All Day 10:30am-9pm Sun. $ L D

ClaSSiC Cafe » 504 N. Oak St., 817.430.8185. This cozy house comforts guests as they enjoy some truly fine casual dining. Lunch Hours 11am-2:30pm Mon.-Fri.; Dinner Hours 5pm-9pm Mon.-Thur.; 5pm-10pm Fri. & Sat.$$-$$$ L D ( ✹

DOVe Creek CafÉ » 204 S. Hwy. 377, 817.491.4973. If you’re looking for soul food/Southern cooking, the Dove Creek Café serves up a healthy helping, along with a friendly waitstaff and fellow patrons. 6am-8pm Mon.-Fri.; 6am-3pm Sat. & Sun. $ B L D

Prairie HOUSe reSTaUraNT » 304 S. Hwy. 377, 817.491.4855. Open since 1999, this eclectic and authentic Texasstyle eatery serves up mesquite-grilled steaks, killer baby back ribs, barbecue and other delicious options. Try the buffalo burger or the chicken-fried ribeye for a treat. With unique decor and a different theme at every booth, the atmosphere is as entertaining to the senses as the fare. 11am-10pm Mon.Sun. $-$$ L D (

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CafÉ eXPreSS » 1472 Main St., 817.251.0063. Zagat’s called these numerous Texas cafés “The MercedesBenz of fast food eateries” because of their sophisticated setting and fresh food belie their self-serve nature. Start with a large, chic salad, such as nicoise, shrimp & avocado and couscous, or indulge in the pasta amoré, which certainly lives up to its to-die-for name. Wine, beer, cappuccino and espresso are all available. 7am-9pm Mon.-Thur.; 7am-10pm Fri. & Sat. 7am-9pm Sun. $$

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THe CHeeSeCake faCTOry » 1440 Plaza Place, 817.310.0050. Since 1978, The Cheesecake Factory has been serving up something for everyone. From soups and salads to seafood and

pasta dishes, the servings are always generous, and the desserts are always decadent. 11am-11pm Mon.-Thu.; 11am12:30am Fri.-Sat.; 10am-11pm Sun. $$ L D ✹

X’S & O’S SPOrTiNG TaVerN » 1239 Main St., Southlake, 817.251.6776. This place is not your typical sporting tavern. Both couples and singles can come for a romantic date or to enjoy the game. They serve everything from cheese sticks and burgers to seared chili-crusted tuna. 3pm-2am Mon.-Fri.; 11am-2am Sat.; 11am-midnight Sun. $ L D ( ✹

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Clear fOrk Grill » 29 Crown Road, 817.441.2300. Clear Fork Grill boasts true Texas cuisine with a Mediterranean flair. Utilizing lots of local ingredients creates flavors as big as Texas! 10am-9pm Tue.Thu.; 10am-10pm Fri.-Sat. $-$$ L D ( fire Oak Grill » 10114 Austin Ave., 817.598.0400. This delicious eatery serves up the best in Southwestern, American and down-home Southern cuisine. Savor the taste of a delicious steak cooked to perfection or let your taste buds devour the Bourbon Chocolate Pecan Pie. Now with a full bar, the Fire Oak Grill is sure to leave you satisfied! Lunch: 11:30am-2:30pm Friday Only; Dinner: 5pm-10pm Mon.-Sat. $$-$$$ D (

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GeNGHiS Grill » 4000 Five Points Blvd., Ste. 189, 817.465.7847. Customize your own bowl of Asian stir-fry with Genghis Grill's wide variety of meats, spices and sauces. Lunch: 11am-10pm Mon.-Thu.; 11am-11pm Fri.-Sat. $$ L D (✹

Pei Wei » 2100 N. Collins St., 817.299.8687 L D ✹. Other locations: 4133 E. Cooper St., 817.466.4545 L D

Part of the P.F. Chang family, Pei Wei offers the same great mix of Asian cuisine but in a far more casual setting. Their specialty dishes include coconut curries and Mongolian and spicy Korean fare, which you order at the counter. 10:30am-9:15pm Sun.-Thur.; 10:30am10:15pm Fri. & Sat. $

PiraNHa’S killer SUSHi » 851 N.E. Green Oaks Blvd., 817.261.1636 L D ( Other locations: Arlington Highlands 309 Curtis Mathes Way, #149 817.465.6455 L D (✹ Sushi rolls, tempura and teriyaki dishes dominate an incredible menu of Japanese delights. 11am-10pm Mon.Thu.; 11am-11pm Fri.; Noon-11pm Sat.; Noon-10pm Sun. $$

SUkHOTHai » 423 N. Fielder Plaza, 817.860.4107. A tiny restaurant that serves healthy Thai cuisine. No MSG is found in the cooking here. Try the chicken satay or the steamed spring rolls. 11am-2pm Mon.-Fri.; 5pm-9:30pm Mon.-Sat.; $ L D (

TaSTe Of THai » 2535 E. Arkansas Lane, 817.543.0110. This authentic Thai restaurant serves up fresh dishes daily. 11am-3pm, 4:30pm-10pm Mon.-Fri.; 11:30am-3pm, 4:30pm-10pm Sat.; 11:30am-9:30pm Sun. $ L D ( TU DO reSTaUraNT » 2410 E. Arkansas Ln. #356, Arlington, 817.277.8836.

Offering an inventive menu, Tu Do serves Vietnamese cuisine in a relaxed and welcoming setting. 4pm-midnight Mon.-Thur.; 4pm-2am Fri. & Sat.; 4pm1am Sun. $ D

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THai jaSMiNe » 3104 Harwood Rd., 817.283.8228. This wonderful Thai restaurant has some of the best Pad Thai one could ask for. Serves wine and beer. 11am-9pm Mon.-Thur.; 11am-10pm Fri. & Sat. 4pm-9pm Sun. $ L D ✹

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aSia bOWl & Grill » 2400 Lands End, Ste. 115, 817.738.1688. From Vietnamese and Korean to every possible variety of Chinese cuisine, the offerings on this menu are sure to please any palate. Fresh ingredients combined with complex flavors make this a fabulous dining experience. 11am-9:30pm Sun.-Thu.; 11am-10pm Fri.-Sat. $ L D

eDOHaNa HibaCHi SUSHi » 2704 S. Hulen, 817.924.1144 L D ( ✹ Other locations: 5816 S.W. Loop 820, 817.731.6002 L D (. Table-side food preparation is just part of the experience—a fabulous sushi bar includes many delicacies. 11am-2:30pm Mon.-Fri.; 5:30pm-9:30pm Mon.-Thu.; 5pm-10pm Fri.-Sat. $$

HUi CHUaN SUSHi, Sake, TaPaS » 6100 Camp Bowie #12, 817.989.8886. This small, yet visually appealing, restaurant is full of surprises. Owner Hui Chuan Logan will not only remember your face, but maybe even what you ordered. With a wide variety of tapas and sushi, you are bound to find something that sounds appealing. 5pm-10pm Sun.-Thur.; 5pmmidnight Fri. & Sat. $$ L D ✹ jaPaNeSe PalaCe » 8445 Camp Bowie W., 817.244.0144. Japanese décor and dark wood paneling transport you to Asia, as the hibachi chefs slice and dice your entrée right before your eyes. Sit at a cooking table, traditional American tables or try sitting authentically on the floor. Often busy, but reservations are not required. 5:30pm-10pm Sun.-Thu.; 5:30pm-midnight Fri.-Sat. $$-$$$ D

My laN » 4015 E. Belknap St., 817.222.1471. This Vietnamese restaurant serves multiple rice dishes with vegetables, meat and seafood, and there are more than 100 items on the menu. 9am9pm Mon.-Sun. Closed Wed. $ L D

Pei Wei » 5900 Overton Ridge Blvd., Ste. 130, 817.294.0808 L D. Other locations: 2600 W. 7th St., Ste. 101, Montgomery Plaza, 817.806.9950 L D ✹. Part of the P.F. Chang family, Pei Wei offers the same great mix of Asian cuisine but in a far more casual setting. Their specialty dishes include coconut curries and Mongolian and spicy Korean fare, which you order at the counter. 10:30am-9pm Sun.-Thu.; 10:30am-10pm Fri.-Sat. $

P.f. CHaNG’S » 400 Throckmorton, 817.840.2450. A gorgeous, upscale restaurant found across America, P.F. Chang’s believes food should be “fresh, contemporary and outstanding.” They mix traditional and modern Chinese Southeast Asian cuisine to form a vast menu complemented by an extensive wine list. 11am-10pm Sun.-Thu.; 11am11pm Fri.-Sat. $ L D T ( ✹

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PHO LITTLE SAIGON » 6942 Green Oaks Blvd., 817.738.0040. Authentic Vietnamese cuisine at low prices is served up in a friendly atmosphere. 10am-9pm Mon.-Sat.; Closed Sunday. $ L D

PHU LAM » 4125 E. Belknap St., 817.831.9888. The fare is updated and includes new choices in Vietnamese and Chinese food. 10am-9pm Daily $-$$ L D

PIRANHA’S KILLER SUSHI » 335 W. 3rd St., 817.348.0200. Sushi rolls, tempura and teriyaki dishes dominate an incredible menu of Japanese delights. 11am-10pm Mon.-Wed.; 11am-11pm Thu.; 11am-1am Fri.; Noon-1am Sat.; noon-10pm Sun. $$ L D T (

SONNy’S DINER » 6220 Camp Bowie Blvd., 817.732.7754. This Asian Bistro combines the flavors of Vietnam, Korea and Japan to generate a diverse and delectable menu. 11am-9pm Mon.-Sat.; 11am-3pm Sun. $ L D ( ✹

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RESTAURANT » 4625 Donnelly Ave., Ste. 101, 817.735.9100. Enjoy Japanese

flavor combined with American flair in a stylish setting for a great sushi experience. 11am-10pm Mon.-Fri.; noon-10pm Sat.; noon-9pm Sun. $$ L D ( ✹

SUSHI yOKO » 6333 Camp Bowie Blvd. Ste. 280., 817.737.4000. This new sushi restaurant offers their own version of the Ahi tuna tower—the DFW Tower. 11am2pm Mon.-Fri.; 5pm-10pm Sun.-Thu.; 5pm-10:30pm Fri.-Sat. $-$$ L D ( ✹

SZECHUAN » 5712 Locke Ave., 817.738.7300. Other location: 4750 Bryant Irvin Rd., Cityview Plaza, 817.346.6111. This Chinese favorite counts on high-quality food and service to keep patrons coming back for more. Enjoy the fresh and flavorful dishes in an elegant, yet casual, atmosphere. 11am9:30pm Sun.-Thur.; 11am-10:30pm Fri. & Sat. $ L D (

THAI TINA’S » 600 Commerce St., 817.332.0088. With a myriad of selections on its eccentric menu, this downtown restaurant lives up to its slogan, “A menu that’s simply to Thai for.” 11am-9pm Mon.-Thur.; 11am-10pm Fri. & Sat.; 3pm-8pm Sun. $$ L D

Grace Modern American Classics

Grace delivers a dining experience like no other in Fort Worth. Adam Jones, known as the city’s host for an unparalleled level of hospitality and service in his restaurants, invites you to enjoy Modern American Classic fare. 5:30pm-9:30pm Mon.-Thu.; 5:30pm-10:30pm Fri.-Sat. Bar hours 4pm-11pm Mon.-Thu.; 4pm-midnight Fri.; 5:30pm-midnight Sat. 777 Main St., 817.877.3388, gracefortworth.com. $$$ D T ( ✹

TOK yO CAFE » 5121 Pershing Ave., 817.737.8568. This Camp Bowie hideaway delivers great sushi at reasonable prices. Please come casual. 11am-10pm Fri.; 12pm-10pm Sat. $ L D ( ✹

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EDOHANA HIBACHI SUSHI » 1501 Hwy. 114 Ste. 100, 817.251.2004. Tableside food preparation is just part of the experience—a fabulous sushi bar includes many delicacies. Lunch: 11:30am-2pm Mon.-Fri.; Dinner: 5:30pm10pm Mon.-Thur.; 5:30pm-10:30pm Fri.; 5pm-10:30pm Sat.; 5pm-9:30pm Sun.

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P.F. CHANG’S » 650 W. Highway 114, 817.421.6658. A gorgeous, upscale restaurant found all across America, P.F. Chang’s believes food should be “fresh, contemporary and outstanding.” They mix traditional and modern Chinese Southeast Asian cuisine to form a vast menu complemented by an extensive wine list. 11am-11pm daily. $$ L D ( HURST

SWEET BASIL THAI CUISINE » 977 Melbourne Rd., 817.268.2899. This authentic Thai restaurant serves up highend dishes without the high-end price. Delicious curries and soups are their trademark. Lunch: 11am-2:30pm Mon.Fri.; Dinner: 5pm-9:30pm Mon.-Fri.; 11am-9:30pm Sat.; 11:30am-8pm Sun. $-$$ L D (

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EDEN BISTRO » 480 W. Southlake Blvd., 817.748.0028. This chic little restaurant has one of the tastiest summer rolls in town. 11am-9:30pm Sun.-Thu.; 11am10:30pm Fri.-Sat. $-$$ L D ( KOBEyA JAPANESE HIBACHI & SUSHI » 1230 Main St., 817.416.6161. Hungry for food and entertainment? Then Kobeya Japanese Hibachi & Sushi is the right place. Delicious food, wonderful service and Hibachi chefs to keep you smiling and amused. Lunch: 11:30am-2:30pm Mon.-Fri; 12pm3:30pm Sat. & Sun.; Dinner: 5pm-10pm Sun.-Thur.; 5pm-11pm Fri. & Sat. $$ L D (

PEI WEI » 1582 E. Southlake Blvd., 817.722.0070. Part of the P.F. Chang family, Pei Wei offers the same great mix of Asian cuisine but in a far more casual setting. Their specialty dishes include coconut curries and Mongolian and spicy Korean fare, which you order at the counter. 10:30am-9pm Sun.-Thu.; 10:30am-10pm Fri.-Sat. $ L D

THAI CHILI » 215 Grand Ave., 817.251.6674. A Thailand setting with an American twist. They serve up beautifully prepared food that you can’t help but savor as it goes down. They also cater, so if you can’t join them, they’ll bring the party to you. 11am-10pm Mon.Thur.; 11am-11pm Fri.; noon-11pm Sat.; 11:30am-9pm Sun. $-$$ L D ( ✹

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DICKEy’S BARBECUE PIT » 5530 S. Cooper, 817.468.0898. 1801 Ballpark Way, 817.261.6600. A Texas tradition since 1941 is now serving great Texasstyle barbecue in Arlington. Offering

eight slow-cooked meats and 16 freshly made vegetables. Dine-in, take-out, drive-thru and catering. 11am-9pm Mon.-Thur.; 11am-9:30pm Fri. & Sat.; 11am-8:30pm Sun. $ L D

RED HOT AND BLUE » 1350 E. Copeland Rd., 817.795.7427. Beef may be king here, but Memphis-style barbecue has taken our town by storm. Although pork is the house specialty, chicken and beef dishes are also available. 11am-9pm Sun.-Thu.; 11am-10pm Fri.-Sat. $$ L D

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ANGELO’S » 2533 White Settlement Rd., 817.332.0357. A big bear right inside the door invites you to big beers on the tables. But the big draw is the brisket, hickory-smoked out in back of this uncontrived institution that also serves chicken. No credit cards, but checks are welcome, and there’s an ATM in the building. 11am-10pm Mon.-Sat. $ L D (

COUSIN’S PIT BARBECUE » 6262 McCart Ave., 817.346.2511 L D ( Other location: 5125 Bryant Irvin Rd., 817.346.3999 L D (✹. Brisket, ribs, chicken and homemade sausage are the staples, along with cobblers and delicious cakes. A 21-year family-run business, Cousin’s has opened up a third location in Keller as a drive-thru/take-out hot spot. 11am-9pm Mon.-Sat. $

DICKEy’S BARBECUE PIT » 451 University Dr., 817.231.8813 L D ✹. Other locations: 5724 Bryant Irvin, 817.361.1034 L D. 1000 N.E. Loop 820, 817.289.0027 L D. 1989 Colonial Pkwy., 817.759.7500. A Texas tradition since 1941 is now serving great Texas-style barbecue in Fort Worth. Offering eight slow-cooked meats and 16 freshly made vegetables. Dine-in, take-out, drive-thru and catering. 11am-8pm Sun.-Thu.; 11am-9pm Fri.-Sat. $

RAILHEAD SMOKEHOUSE » 2900 Montgomery St., 817.738.9808. One of the most popular barbecue spots in Fort Worth, but we live for the homemade french fries. It sometimes gets so crowded you have to use the satellite parking lot across the street. 11am-9pm Mon.-Sat. $ L D ✹

RED HOT AND BLUE » 3000 S. Hulen St., 817.731.8770 L D. 9143 Grapevine Hwy., 817.605.1333 L D. Beef may be king here, but Memphis-style barbecue has taken our town by storm. Although pork is the house specialty, chicken and beef dishes are also available. 11am-9pm Sun.-Wed.; 11am-9pm Mon.-Thur.; 11am10pm Fri. & Sat. $$

RISCK y’S » 6701 Camp Bowie Blvd., 817.989.1800 L D ( ✹. 300 Main St., 817.877.3306 L D ( ✹. 9000 U.S. 377, Benbrook, 817.249.3320 L D ✹. A legend in Texas since 1927, Riscky’s secret is the way that the meat is smoked. All of their meat is hand-trimmed, rubbed with “Riscky dust” and then naturally smoked for hours in wood-burning pits. The historic Stockyards location offers a spacious patio that is the perfect place to sit back and watch the daily longhorn cattle drive. 11am-9pm Sun.-Mon.; 11am-10pm Tue.-Thu.; 11am-11pm Fri.-Sat. $

SMOKIES BBQ » 5300 E. Lancaster Ave., 817.451.8222. Smokies has been serving fine barbecue and smoked meats in a family-friendly environment for 30 years. 11am-8pm Mon.-Thur.; 11am-10pm Fri. & Sat.; 11am-4pm Sun.

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the smoke pit » 2401 E. Belknap St., 817.222.0455. This barbecue joint has various types of smoked meats and is great for dine-in or to have cater your next party. 10:30am-8pm Mon.-Fri.; 10:30am-6pm Sat. $-$$ L D (

trailboss burgers » 140 E. Exchange Ave, 817.626.7777. Same owners but a new concept. This restaurant, formerly part of the Riscky’s chain, focuses on what it does best, burgers. 11am-9pm Sun. & Mon.; 11am-10pm Tue.-Thur.; 11am-11pm Fri. & Sat. $-$$ L D ✹

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DiCkeY’s barbeCue pit » 1858 Precinct Line Rd., 817.656.0200. A Texas tradition since 1941 is now serving great Texas-style barbecue in Fort Worth. Offering eight slow-cooked meats and 16 freshly made vegetables. Dinein, take-out, drive-thru and catering. 10:30am-11pm Mon.-Fri.; 11am-9pm Sat. & Sun. $ L D

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teX as De braZil » 101 N. Houston St., 817.882.9500. The meat never stops coming as waiters dressed as gauchos go table to table offering it on swords. Between the all-you-can-eat salad bar and selection of 14 meats, you’ll need to be wheeled out of this upscale restaurant. 4:30pm-9:30pm Sat.; Brunch 11am-3pm Sun.; Dinner 4pm-9pm Sun. $$$ D T (

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boi Na braZa » 4025 William D. Tate, 817.329.5514. Tasty food served with Brazilian flair. Offers constant choices of meat by servers at your table. 5pm9:45pm (last seating) Sat.; 5pm-8:45pm (last seating) Sun. $$$ L D

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al’s hamburger’s » 1001 N.E. Green Oaks Blvd., 817.275.8918. The place is an institution in north Arlington. The burger joint serves up delicious hamburgers and other good fast food. Breakfast Hours 7am-11pm; 11am-9pm Mon.-Sat. $ B L D ( 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. Cheeseburgers, Baby Chapps, mushroom burgers and jalapeño burgers (among others) are cooked to order from freshly bought meat served on freshly baked buns. A large menu stuffed with Philly cheese-steak sandwiches, fried okra, stuffed jalapeños and chicken strips means you’ll never eat the same thing twice. 11am-9pm Sun.Thu.; 11am-9pm Fri.-Sat. $ L D

olD towN hamburgers » 2406 W. Park Row Dr., 817.276.9191. A burger and fries treat that is an excellent hot spot for lunch and a quick dinner. 11am-9pm Daily. $ L D

fort worth Chapps » 6219 Oakmont Blvd., 817.263.5172. Cheeseburgers, Baby Chapps, mushroom burgers and jalapeño burgers (among others) are cooked to order from freshly bought meat served on freshly baked buns. A large menu stuffed with Philly cheese-steak sandwiches, fried okra, stuffed jalapeños and chicken strips means you’ll never eat the same thing twice. 11am-9pm Sun.Thur.; 11am-10pm Fri. & Sat. $ L D

DutCh’s » 3009 S. University Dr., 817.927.5522. Chef Grady Spears is at it again with his newly opened burger joint. Laid-back atmosphere with goodtasting burgers and fries. 11am-9pm Mon.-Thu.; 11am-10pm Fri.-Sat.; 11am9pm Sun. $ L D ( ✹

the great outDoors » 3204 Camp Bowie Blvd., 817.877.4400. Try one of three gourmet breakfast subs filled with choices of eggs, ham, pastrami, cheddar, Swiss or cream cheeses. Lunch subs abound, topped with the usual meats and served on fresh preservative-free sub rolls. Great stop on a summer day after the park or the museums. 9am-9pm Mon.-Sat.; 10am-8pm Sun. $ B L D

kiNCaiD’s » 4901 Camp Bowie Blvd., 817.732.2881 L D (. Other location: 4825 Overton Ridge Blvd., 817.370.6400 L D (. There are those who will swear this is the best burger in the country, and the lunchtime line of parked cars that stretches two to four blocks in every direction of this old grocery store is a testament to both the legend and the taste. Enjoy at picnic tables inside or at stand-up counters. Frills would seem unnecessary. 11am-8pm Mon.-Sat. $

the loVe shaCk » 110 E. Exchange Ave., 817.740.8812. Tim Love’s latest concept is far removed from his fine dining restaurants, but the food’s just as good. Try the love burger, it’s one of Tim’s favorites. 11am-9pm Sun.-Tue.; 11am10pm Wed. & Thur.; 11am-1am Fri. & Sat. $ L D T ( ✹

m & o statioN grill » 200 Carroll St., 817.882.8020. Located inside Leonard's Department Store Museum, this nostalgic diner features award-winning burgers. Try the Bleu Cow, stuffed with bleu cheese and bacon. 11am-3pm Mon.; 11am-8:30pm Tue.-Sat.. $ L D

pappa’s burgers » 2700 W. Freeway, 817.870.9736. From the same group that brought Pappadeaux and Pappa’s Steaks, Pappa’s Burgers is the newest addition to the family. Try the blue cheese burger. You won’t be disappointed. 11am-9pm Sun.-Thur.; 11am-11pm Fri. & Sat. $-$$ L D ( ✹ the pour house sports grill » 2725 W. 7th St., 817.335.2575. The Pour House offers a little bit of everything from sports bar munchies to steaks, which can be washed down with one of 25 bottled beers. 11am-2am Mon.-Sat.; 11am-midnight Sun. $ L D (

purple Cow DiNer » 4601 W. Freeway, 817.737.7177. The Cow has standard burgers, fries and ice cream sundaes with all that finger-lickin' junk kids like to track all over the table. Yes, playing with the condiments is OK. 11am-9pm Sun.Thur.; 11am-10pm Fri. & Sat. $ L D tommY’s hamburgers » 2701 Green Oaks Rd., 817.735.9651 L D (

Other locations: 5228 Camp Bowie Blvd., 817.569.1111 L D (. 3431 W. 7th St., 817.885.7500 L D ( ✹. Noted, obviously, for excellent burgers, Tommy’s serves up mouthwatering daily specials, including a fabulous chicken-fried steak. 11am-9pm Mon.-Thu.; 11am-10pm Fri.Sat.; 11am-6pm Sun. $ southlake

johNNY b’s burgers & shakes » 2704 E. Southlake Blvd., 817.749.0000. This joint takes pride in their signature sweet sourdough bun, premium Texas beef, handcut fries and much more. Try one of the old fashioned shakes. 10:30am-8:30pm Mon.-Thur.; 10:30am9pm Fri.-Sat.; 10:30am-3pm Sun. $ L D

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CafÉ at DaireDs » 2400 W. I-20 (Temporarily Closed for Remodeling), 817.465.9797. Other Location: 15 Skyline Dr., Arlington, 817.465.9797. Serving lunch in a casual, energetic setting, The Café at Daireds offers a variety of upscale entrées, salads and homemade soups. The Café treats with gourmet three-course prix fixe menu that changes weekly and a fully stocked bar. 12pm6pm Sun.; 9am-6pm Mon.; 9am-9pm Tue.-Thur.; 9am-6pm Fri.; 8:30am5:30pm Sat. $-$$ L D ( ✹

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610 grille » 610 Main St., 817.332.0100. The café delivers stunning upscale new American cuisine with showmanship on the plate and elegance in the décor. Executive Chef Ismael Rojas offers an excellent menu of tasty foods—from Chilean sea bass to lamb. 6:30am-4pm Mon.-Thu.; 6:30am-10pm Fri.-Sat.; 11am-9pm Sun. $-$$$ B L D T (

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reD oVeN » Bowen & Park Row, 817.274.1423. This French bakery prepares fresh artisan breads daily. Best known for their wonderful Red Velvet, Black Forest and Italian Cream cakes. 8:30am-6pm Tue.-Fri.; 8:30am-5pm Sat. $$

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artisaN bakiNg CompaNY » 4900 White Settlement Rd., 817.821.3124. Now the award-winning breads and scones from the bakers of Cowtown Farmers Market can be purchased at Fort Worth’s only independent artisan baker. Locally made sourdough, focaccia, multi-grain, cinnamon, roasted garlic, and breakfast bread, as well as scones and abundant sweets, are now year-round purchases. 9am-5pm Tue.-Fri., 8am-noon Wed. & Sat. at the Farmer’s Market. $ B

baker bros. ameriCaN Deli » 6333 Camp Bowie Blvd., Ste. 244, 817.989.1400. Other Location: 501 Carroll St., Ste. 658., 817.332.0500. Baker Bros. serves up only the finest quality breads, meats and cheeses. 11am-9pm daily. $ L D ✹

blueboNNet bakerY » 3905 Camp Bowie Blvd., 817.731.4233. Consistently

chosen as one of the city’s finest bakeries, while their lunch crowd continues to grow. Try a homemade petit four, and you will quickly become a regular. 7am6pm Mon.-Fri.; 7am-4pm Sat. $ B L CarshoN’s DeliCatesseN » 3133 Cleburne Rd., 817.923.1907. Open since 1928, so you know they’re doing something right. Choose from their big specialty sandwiches, such as the Rebecca, Rachel or Ruthie, homemade soups and chili and homemade pies, including chocolate, butterscotch or pecan. 9am-3pm Mon.-Sat. $ B L the CupCake Cottage » 5015 El Campo Ave., 817.732.5670. This bakery is heaven for anyone with a sweet tooth. Five different flavored cupcakes every day. 10am- when the last cupcake is sold. Tue.-Sat. $

esperaNZa’s meXiCaN CafÉ & bakerY » 2122 N. Main St., 817.626.5770 B L D ( ✹. Other location: 1109 Hemphill St., 817.332.3848 B L D (. The Lancarte family has yet another hit with this cafe and bakery, where a fabulous brunch, traditional Mexican dishes and fresh-baked pastries are the norm. Breakfast is served all day on weekends. 6:30am-7pm daily. $ j. rae's » 935 Foch St., 817.332.0090. "Not all cheesecakes are created equal" boasts J. Rae's. This new dessert bakery offers delicious cupcakes, distinctive cookies and a variety of cheesecakes. 9 am-6pm Mon.-Fri.; 10am-4pm Sat. $ jasoN's Deli » jasonsdeli.com. From sandwiches to salads, Jason's Deli offers healthy, fresh and even organic foods in a relaxed environment. Hours vary. $-$$ L D

kolaChe shoppe » 6724 Brentwood Stair Rd., 817.457.0071. Be sure to visit this longtime purveyor of delicious kolaches, muffins, fritters and more. 6am-noon Tue.-Sat.; 7am-noon Sun. $ B mCkiNleY’s fiNe bakerY & Cafe » 1612 S. University Dr., 817.332.3242. This cafe is a great place for friends to meet and catch up on old times. Our bakery is made from scratch right here in-house. We use 100% real butter and never bake from mixes or add preservatives. Try the pecan-crusted chicken salad. 8am-6:30pm Mon.-Sat.; 11am-5pm Sun. $ B L D ✹

paNera breaD » 1700 S. University Dr., 817.870.1959 B L D ✹. Other location: 1804 Precinct Line Rd., 817.605.0766 B L D ✹; 1409 N. Collins, Arlington, 817.548.8726 B L D ✹; 2140 E. Southlake Blvd., Ste. S. 817.416.5566 B L D ✹ The word “bread” is deceiving, although there’s plenty of it. Think more along the lines of “Big Fat Sandwich and Dessert.” 6:30am-9pm Mon.-Sat.; 7am8pm Sun. $

the sNoot Y pig » 2401 Westport Pkwy., Ste. 120, 817.837.1077 B L D Other locations: 1540 Keller Pkwy, Ste. 107, Keller, 817.431.0064 B L D ✹. Great breakfast stop, also good for lunch. Don’t get away without trying the famed muffins, baked daily. 6:30am-2pm Mon.Fri., 7am-2pm Sat. & Sun. $ sublime bakerY » Country Day Plaza, 5512 Bellaire Dr., 817.570.9630. Among her other delicacies, Catherine Ruehle’s scones, cheesecakes and cupcakes are indeed sublime. 10am-5:30pm Tue.-Fri.;

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SWISS PASTRY SHOP » 3936 W. Vickery, 817.732.5661. A Fort Worth tradition for 30 years, the shop serves a traditional breakfast, as well as lunch. And they are rumored to have the best German sausages in town. 10am-5:30pm Tue.-Fri.; 10am-4pm Sat. $ B L

YOFE CAFE » 817 Currie St., 817.966.2065. Healthy grab and go sandwiches and salads are perfect for the diner on the go. They also offer fresh yogurt parfaits, smoothies and frozen yogurts all made with fresh ingredients.

6 am-8pm Mon.-Fri.; 6am-10pm Sat.Sun. $ B L D

YOGI’S BAGEL CAFE » 2710 S. Hulen St., 817.921.4500. The best bagels in Fort Worth come from this eclectic eatery that hosts a killer breakfast. Later in the day, choose from a truckload of salads with a cup of the house specialty, borscht. Come ready to stand in line on Saturday and Sunday mornings. 6:30am-9pm Mon.-Fri.; 7am-9pm Sat.; 7:30am-3pm Sun. $ B L ✹

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MAIN STREET BREAD BAKING COMPANY » 316 Main St., 817.424.4333. Located in historic downtown Grapevine, Main Street Bread Baking Company offers quality baked goods, including fresh breads and decadent cakes and desserts. With offerings like Grand Marnier cake, an orange liqueur cake filled with a light orange cream and garnished with whipped Italian butter cream, it’s easy to see why this cafe and bakery has become a favorite among locals. 6:30am-6:30pm daily. $ B L D

THE SNOOTY PIG » 4010 William D. Tate, 817.283.3800. Great breakfast stop, also good for lunch. Don’t get away without trying the famed muffins, baked daily. 6:30am-2pm Mon.-Fri.; 7am-2pm Sat.-Sun. $ B L D ✹

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BAKER BROS. AMERICAN DELI » 2820 E. Southlake Blvd., 817.748.3354. Baker Bros. serves up only the finest quality breads, meats and cheeses. 11am-9pm daily. $ L D ✹

ELEGANT CAKERY » 2707 E. Southlake Blvd., Ste. 140, 817.488.7580. From cakes to cupcakes to Petit Fours, each of Elegant Cakery’s products is sure to make your event unforgettable. 9am-6pm Tue.-Sat. $-$$

WEINBuRGER’S DELI » 3 Village Circle, Westlake, 817.491.9119. Other location: 611 Main St., Grapevine, 817.416.5574 B L D ✹ Weinburger’s Deli specializes in quality meats and cheeses. They also offer a variety of fresh salads. 8:30am7pm Mon.-Sat.; 11am-3pm Sun. $ eclectic

ARLINGTON

BOuDREAux CAjuN KITCHEN» 4000 Bagpiper Way, 817.557.3700. The Boudreaux Cajun Kitchen serves overthe-counter delicious Cajun cuisine in a fun atmosphere with lively Cajun music. 11am-10pm Sun.-Thu.; 11am-11pm Fri.Sat. $$ L D ✹

MY MARTINI WINE & BISTRO » 859 N.E. Green Oaks Blvd., 817.461.4424.

The incredible tapas menu is almost as tempting as the drink list, which includes the signature Brady martini, made with pickle brine and a dill pickle spear. 3:30pm-11pm Sun.-Thur.; 3:30pm-1am Fri.-Sat. $$ D (

THE MELTING POT » 4000 Five Points Road, Ste. 119, 817.469.1444. Experience attentive service, fine wines, the highest quality fresh ingredients, a variety of cooking styles, unique sauces and your favorite chocolate fondue. 5pm-10pm Mon.-Thu.; 5pm-11pm Fri.; 3:30pm-11pm Sat.; 3pm-9pm Sun. $$-$$$ D (

BuRLESON

WINE DOWN » 124 S. Scott Street. 817.447.9122. This bistro, located in “Old Town” Burleson, was inspired by hill country wine bars. The relaxed atmosphere allows food and wine enthusiasts to “wine down” from their hectic day with wine, beer and artisan cheeses in the evenings. 11am-9pm Wed-Sat. $$ L D

FORT WORTH

8.0 RESTAuRANT & BAR » 111 E. Third St., 817.336.0880. The Jell-O shot pioneer of the 1980s is still a cool drinking spot, where martinis now rule. 8.0 continues to feed eclectic tastes from a full menu, and the dinner hour lasts late for theater-goers. This art bar offers great jazz and blues under the stars on the patio, which seats 350. Every wall is handpainted by local artists. 11am-10pm Mon.-Tue.; 11am-1am Wed.; 11am-2am Thu.-Fri.; noon-2am Sat.; 10am-2am Sun. $$ L D ( ✹

CAFÉ MODERN » 3200 Darnell, 817.840.2157. The Modern Art Museum features a restaurant with grilled salmon and melted citrus butter, beautiful desserts and a Sunday brunch that is a must. Reservations are recommended for parties of five or more. Lunch: 11am2:30pm Tue.-Fri.; 11am-3pm Sat & Sun. $$ L ( ✹

KIMBELL ART MuSEuM » 3333 Camp Bowie Blvd., 817.332.8451, ext. 251. For reservations call 817.332.8541 ext. 277. Unlike the works here at one of the nation’s primo art museums, the menu changes every day in the kitchen, where the staff turns out creatively crafted sandwiches, salads and soups, including a killer gazpacho. Matisse sculptures give an aristocratic flair; Friday night dinner features live music. Lunch 11:30am-2pm Tue.-Thu. & Sat.; noon2pm Fri. & Sun.; Dinner 5:30pm-7:30pm Fri. $$ L ( ✹

LILI’S BISTRO » 1310 W. Magnolia Ave., 817.877.0700. Lili's offers unpretentious global cuisine. Enjoy the Gorgonzola fries, innovative comfort food and championship burgers. Delicious! Lunch

Hours 11am-2:30pm Mon.-Sat.; Dinner

Hours 5:30pm-9pm Tue.-Thur.; 5:30pm10pm Fri. & Sat. $$ L D ( ✹

SPIRAL DINER » 1314 W. Magnolia, 817.332.8834. At this 100 percent vegan and mostly organic restaurant, you can find nearly anything you could desire on the menu. Fresh-tasting and affordable, don’t forget about their wide variety of juices and smoothies. 11am-10pm Tue.Sat.; 11am-5pm Sun. $ L D ( ✹ zAMBRANO WINE CELLAR » 910 Houston St., Ste. 110, 817.850.9463. With a menu featuring more than 200 wines,

this wine bar should be a priority for all wine lovers. 5pm-10pm Mon.-Thur.; 5pm-midnight Fri. & Sat.; Closed Sundays. $-$$ D T ( ✹ SOuTHLAKE

SANDELLA’S CAFÉ » 1245 Prospect St., 817.421.0727. Finally, a place to eat delicious food without the worry of calorie counting. This family-owned restaurant spices up delicious sandwich wraps, such as the Chicken Verona or the flatbread pizza. With their relaxing European atmosphere, you’re likely to stay not only for the food, but the free Internet, as well. 9am-8pm Mon.-Sat. $ L D ✹

ethnic

FORT WORTH

BOMBAY GRILL » 4625 Donnelly Ave., 817.377.9395. This Indian restaurant serves up classics like Tandoori and garlic naan (flatbread). Lunch: 11am2pm Mon.-Fri.; 11:30am-2:30pm Sat. & Sun.; Dinner: 5:30pm-10pm Mon.-Thur.; 5:30pm-10:30pm Fri. & Sat.; 5:30pm10pm Sun. $ L D ( BYBLOS » 1406 N. Main St., 817.625.9667. Owned by a member of the same family who owns Hedary’s, this Stockyards restaurant serves the same great Middle Eastern fare. Don’t miss Friday nights, the day that brings bellydancing into the Stockyards. 11am-2am Fri. & Sat.; Sunday available for private parties. $$ L D (

CHADRA MEzzA & GRILL » 1622 Park Place Ave., 817.924.2372. Creative dishes featuring spicy Lebanese food and homemade Italian. 11am-3pm Mon.-Tue; 11am-10pm Wed.-Sat. $-$$ L D ( ✹

HEDARY’S » 6323 Camp Bowie Blvd., 817.731.6961. Tucked into a shopping center just off the road, Fort Worth’s other Lebanese eatery includes the best hummus we ever put a lip to. Enjoy the Frarej chicken, baked with potatoes and tomatoes in olive oil, garlic and lemon juice. 11am-10pm Sun.; 11am-3pm Mon.; 11am-10pm Tue.-Thu.; 11am-11pm Fri.; 5pm-11pm Sat. $ L D ( ✹

KING TuT » 1512 Magnolia Ave., 817.335.3051. The Middle East meets the Mediterranean to bring us an alternative Egyptian restaurant. Try one of many healthy dishes including falafels, hummus and tabbouleh. Prices suggest that attire is formal, but the atmosphere mandates a casual look. 11am-2:30pm Mon.-Sat. 5:30pm-9pm Mon.-Sat. $$ L D (

MAHARAjA » 6308 Hulen Bend Blvd., 817.263.7156. This restaurant has a large menu offering many different Indian dishes, such as Chicken Makahani. The breads with curries are especially good. 11am-2pm Mon.-Fri.; 11:30am-2:30pm Sat.-Sun.; 5:30pm-10pm Sun.-Thu.; 5:30pm-10:30pm Fri.-Sat. $$ L D (

french

ARLINGTON

CACHAREL » 2221 E. Lamar Blvd., Ste. 910, 817.640.9981. Rock-solid French fare that has evolved into just about the finest in the county. The three-course fixed price dinner runs a happy gamut between lobster and ostrich, or have a

steak cut to order. The place is peaceful and elegant, high above Six Flags with a great view. You won’t get off cheaply, but you won’t be disappointed. 11:30am-2pm & 5pm-10pm Mon.-Fri.; 5pm-10pm Sat. $$$ L D (

FORT WORTH

BISTRO LOuISE » 2900 S. Hulen St., Ste. 40, 817.922.9244. Voted Best French in Tarrant County. Chef Louise Lamensdorf frequently travels to Europe for inspiration, which returns to Cowtown in the form of superior sauces and excellent wine selections. It has a romantic, relaxed atmosphere that welcomes a lust for food. Their Sunday brunch is quite possibly the best in town! Lunch: 11am2pm Mon.-Sat.; Dinner: 5:30pm-9pm Tue.-Sat.; Sunday Brunch 11am-2pm Sun. $$$ L D ( ✹

LA MADELEINE » 6140 Camp Bowie Blvd., 817.654.0471. Other locations: 2101 N. Collins St., Arlington, 817.461.3634. 4201 S Cooper St., Arlington, 817.417.5100. 900 Hwy. 114 W., Grapevine, 817.251.0255. Croissants, pastries, soups, salads and more are served in a charming European atmosphere. Camp Bowie 6:30am10pm Sun.-Thu.; 6:30am-11pm Fri.-Sat.; 6:30am-8pm Sun.-Thu.; 6:30am-10pm Fri.-Sat.; Hwy. 114 6:30am-9pm Sun.Thu.; 6:30am-10pm Fri.-Sat.; Collins and Cooper 6:30am-10pm Sun.-Thu.; 6:30am-11pm Fri.-Sat. $ B L D ✹

SAINT-EMILION » 3617 W. 7th St., 817.737.2781. Well-concocted country French dishes, including duck, lamb, steak tartare and fresh fish. Full bar. 6pm-9pm Tue.-Thu.; 6pm-10pm Fri.-Sat. $$$ D ( ✹

german

FORT WORTH

EDELWEISS » 3801 Southwest Blvd., 817.738.5934. A German food anchor in West Fort Worth for 32 years. Family operated with emphasis on fun and food, Edelweiss offers Bavarian charm and substantial fare. Dance to a live German band, complete with ritual chicken dance. 5pm-10pm Tue.-Thur.; 5pm-11pm Fri. & Sat.; 11am-8pm Sun.; Closed Mondays. $$ D ( GREENWOOD’S » 3522 Bluebonnet Cir., 817.921.6777. A great place to venture out and try some traditional German cuisine. Lunch: 11am-2:30pm Thur. & Fri. 4pm-9pm Tue.-Thu.; 4pm-10pm Fri.-Sat.$$ L D (

greek

FORT WORTH

CAFÉ MEDI » 420 Grapevine Hwy., 817.788.5110. This authentic Greek restaurant offers only the freshest of homemade recipes, including Greek salad, gyros and tasty hummus and flatbread. 11am-2:30pm, 5pm-10pm Tue.-Sat.; 11am-9pm Sun. $ L D ( GREEK HOuSE » 2426 Forest Park Blvd., 817.921.1473. Gyros, souvlaki and more in a counter-pickup eatery just right for TCU students with a need for study and sustenance. Food is fresh, well-prepared and promptly presented for customer pickup. 11am-8pm Mon.Sat. $ L D (

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In order to create our 10th annual Best Of listing, we need your help to comb the area and find the best cuisine, most luxurious spas and finest boutiques. After treating yourself to Tarrant County’s finest, cast your vote through April 8. The June issue will reveal our reader’s choices in more than 100 categories.

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JAZZ CAFÉ » 2504 Montgomery St., 817.737.0043. Funky, laid-back service and atmosphere with dependable TexGreek food and great music. House band plays fine jazz on Sunday. Sunday champagne brunch. 11am-3pm Mon.Fri.; 9am-3pm Sat.; 9am-2pm Sun. $ L

italian

Arlington/mid-Cities

BirrAPoretti’s » 668 Lincoln Square, 817.265.0588. Birraporetti’s is a perfect spot for an elegant meal. Offering pastries, breads and fine Italian food, this restaurant features live jazz and a special brunch menu served from 11am-11pm Sun.-Mon. & Wed.-Thu.; 11am-12:30am Tues.; 11am-midnight Fri.-Sat. $$ L D ( ✹

itAliAnni’s » 1601 Precinct Line Rd., Hurst, 817.498.6770. This quaint Italian bistro includes the genre standards, as well as some creative dishes like threepepper calamari. 11am-10pm Sun.-Thu.; 11am-11pm Fri.-Sat. $$ L D ( ✹

lA Bistro » 722 Grapevine Hwy., Hurst, 817.281.9333. Enjoyable menu with excellent pastas and other traditional menu items, including seafood. 11am-10pm Sun.-Fri.; 5pm-11pm Sat. $$ L D ( ✹

moni's » 1730 W. Randol Mill Road #100, Arlington, 817.860.6664. Head to Moni's for its family friendly environment and for reasonably priced Italian cuisine. 11am-10pm Mon.-Sun.; $$ L D ( ✹

niZZA PiZZA » 1430 S. Cooper, 817.274.5222. This innovative family pizza place has customers lining up around the block. 11am-10pm Sun.-Thu.; 11am-11pm Fri.-Sat. $ L D ✹

PAlio’s PiZZA CAFÉ » 5712 Colleyville Blvd. Ste. 130, 817.605.7555. This pizza café offers interesting and high-end pizza toppings. 11am-10pm daily. $ L D ( ✹

PiCColo mondo » 829 E. Lamar Blvd., 817.265.9174. Don’t let the stripcenter dining surprise you. Excellent service and inviting atmosphere. Lunch: 11:30am-2:15pm Mon.-Fri.; Dinner: 5:30 pm-10:15pm Mon.-Thur.; 5:30pm-11pm Fri. & Sat.; 5:30 pm-10pm Sun. $-$$ L D (

PresPA's » 4720 Sublett Road, Arlington, 817.561.7540. Other location: 3100 W. Arkansas Lane #B, Dalworthington Gardens, 817.459.2775. The ambiance at Prespa's attracts couples, families and parties. Guests can enjoy fresh Italian cuisine in their choice of a brightly lit dining room or a dimmer, more romantic setting. 11am-9pm Mon.-Thu.; 11am10pm Fri.-Sat.; 11am-9pm Sun. $$ L D ( ✹

reFleCtions oF BellA vitA » 1507 N. Watson Road, Arlington, 817.633.0877. Located in the Admiral Hotel, guests can enjoy an elegant ambiance and a mouth-watering Italian menu. Breakfast and Lunch, 6am-2pm Sun.Sat.; Dinner, 4:30pm-10pm Mon.-Thu.; 4:30pm-11pm Fri.-Sat.; 4:30pm-9pm Sun.11am-9pm Mon.-Thu.; 11am-10pm Fri.-Sat.; 11am-9pm Sun. $ B L D ( rUggeri’s ristorAnte » 32 Village Ln., Ste. 10, Colleyville, 817.503.7373. A sweeping menu that offers a full choice

of Italian favorites and more. You’ll find what you want, from chicken to beef to pasta. Lunch: 11am-2pm Mon.-Fri.; Dinner: 5pm-10pm Mon.-Sun. $$ L D ( ✹ Fort WortH

BellA itAliA West » 5139 Camp Bowie Blvd., 817.738.1700. The most wild game this side of Fossil Rim. This dimly lit set of nooks and rooms is a great romantic setting, but it’s also suitable for high-powered business or low-key gatherings of friends. 11:30am-1:30pm Mon.-Fri.; 6pm-9pm Mon.-Thu.; 6pm10pm Fri.-Sat. $$ L D ( ✹

CAFÉ BellA » 3548 South Hills Ave., 817.922.9500. The café is a busy place and known for its pizza, lasagna, salad and cheese bread. 11am-10pm Mon.Fri.; 4pm-10pm Sat.-Sun. $-$$ L D ( ✹

FerrÉ ristorAnte BAr » 215 E. Fourth St., 817.332.0033. This new Tuscan-Italian eatery offers a range of dishes. For more traditional, try the Spaghettini Pomodoro, or for a heartier appetite, try the Agnello al Forno, a seared lamb loin dish. 4pm-9pm Mon.Thu.; 4pm-11pm Fri.-Sat. $$ D T ( ✹

FortUnA » 5837 Camp Bowie Blvd., 817.737.4469. This little Italian restaurant is a favorite among Fort Worthians. 11am-10pm Sun.-Thu.; 11am-11pm Fri.Sat. $ L D (

itAliAn inn ridgleA » 6323 Camp Bowie Blvd., 817.737.0123. Chic and classic menu offers veal, chicken, seafood and pasta. Get ready for attentive service in a vintage underground nightclub setting, complete with singing waiters. 5pm-10pm Sun.-Thu.; 5pm-11pm Fri.-Sat. $-$$ D (

lA PiAZZA » 1600 S. University Dr., #601, 817.334.0000. Upscale Italian cuisine in University Park Village Shopping Center. Dress nicely to visit this lovely (and pricey) Italian spot ... the experience is worth it. 11:30am-2pm Sun.-Fri.; 5:30pm-10pm Sun.-Thu.; 5:30pm-10pm Fri.-Sat. $$$ L D ( ✹

mAmA’s PiZZA » 1813 W. Berry St., 817.923.3541. 5800 Camp Bowie Blvd., 817.731.MAMA This Fort Worth staple has been serving up great pizza in Fort Worth since 1968. Lunch buffet: 11am-2pm daily. Delivery through Entrees-To-Go: 11am-10pm Mon.-Thu.; 11am-11pm Fri.-Sat.; Noon-10pm Sun. $ L D (

mAnCUso’s » 9500 White Settlement Rd., 817.246.7041. A westside favorite that draws crowds from all over. Consistently flavorful authentic Italian fare. Large portions served with outstanding pastas, a wonderful Italian fish fry and homemade sausages. Lunch:10:30am1pm Mon.-Fri.; Dinner: 4pm-9pm Mon.-Thur.;4pm-10pm Fri. & Sat.; Closed Sundays. $ L D (

mArgie’s originAl itAliAn KitCHen » 9805 Camp Bowie W., 817.244.4301. 1950s-style eatery that serves pizza from a brick oven and equally fine lasagna, chicken marsala and shrimp scampi. 5pm-10pm Sun.-Thur.; 5pm-11pm Fri.-Sat. $$ D (

melloW mUsHroom » 3455 Bluebonnet Circle, 817.207.9677. A funky and fun 1960s ambiance good for large gatherings. Come ready to eat unique pizza. 11am-10pm Sun.-Thu.; 11am-11pm

Fri.-Sat. $$ L D ( ✹

milAno’s » 3416 W. 7th St., 817.332.5226. Pizza is a big menu item, but you’ll find more than enough choices to satisfy your hunger. 11am-10pm Mon.Thur.; 11am-11pm Fri. & Sat. $ L D ( nonnA tAtA » 1400 W. Magnolia Ave., 817.332.0250. With a weekly changing menu, this small Italian restaurant is a hidden gem that begs to be found. 11am-3pm Tue.-Fri.; 5:30pm9pm Tue.-Thu.; 5:30pm-10pm Fri. $-$$ L D ✹

PiolA » 3700 Mattison Ave., 817.989.0007. Nestled in Fort Worth’s Cultural District, this cozy bistro serves up true comfort food in the form of authentic Italian cuisine. For a treat, make reservations to dine on the patio. 11am-2pm Mon-Fri; 5pm-10pm MonSat. $$ L D (✹

PiZZeriA Uno CHiCAgo grill » 300 Houston St., 817.885.8667. With a great location downtown and pizza you can’t find anywhere else in Texas, Uno’s Chicago-style deep-dish pizza is a must. Don’t skip the heavenly chocolate peanut butter cup dessert! Large menu offers many choices for everyone. 11am11pm Sun.-Thur.; 11am-midnight Fri. & Sat. $ L D

rUFFino’s itAliAn restAUrAnt » 2455 Forest Park Blvd., 817.923.0522. A light homemade ravioli is our favorite to slip on a fork and across the table into the mouth of a close dining partner at this upscale romantic spot also known for its chicken, beef and pasta. Voted best in town by Fort Worth, Texas magazine readers. Lunch: 11am-2pm Tue.-Fri.; Dinner: 5pm-9pm Tue.-Thur.; 5pm-10pm Fri. & Sat.; Brunch 10am-2pm Sun. $$ L D (

tAvernA risotteriA » 450 Throckmorton St., 817.885.7502. Hand-tossed pizzas, risottos, pastas and entrées that include beef tenderloin, sea bass and yellowfin tuna. The bar offers beer and wine, and the bottomless mimosas are divine. Sunday brunch. 11am-10pm Mon.-Thur.; 11am-11pm Fri. & Sat.; 10am10pm Sun. $-$$ L D T ( grAPevine /soUtHlAKe/ ColleYville

Brio tUsCAn grill » 1431 Plaza Place, Southlake, 817.310.3136. Whether you want to eat in or just need that warm Italian bread to go, this restaurant has you covered. High-quality steak and house-made pastas are cooked in an authentic Italian wood oven to give you the taste of Italy. 11am-10pm Sun.-Thu.; 11am-11pm Fri.-Sat. $-$$ L D ( ✹

BUCA di BePPo » 2701 E. State Hwy. 114, Southlake, 817.749.6262. A neighborhood restaurant where guests feast on family platters of Southern Italian specialties in a boisterous, celebratory environment that recalls the supper clubs of the 1940s and ’50s. 11am-10pm Mon.-Thur.; 11am-11pm Fri. & Sat.; 11am9pm Sun. $$ L D ( FerrAri’s itAliAn villA » 1200 William D. Tate Ave., 817.251.2525. This upscale restaurant boasts authentic Italian cuisine. Owned by the Secchi family, Ferrari’s serves century-old family recipes with a modern twist. 11am-2pm Mon.-Fri.; 5pm-10pm Mon.-Thur.; 5pm10:30pm Fri.-Sat. $$-$$$ L D

rAvioli » 120 E. Worth, Grapevine, 817.488.1181. Excellent ingredients and huge portions will satisfy the biggest appetites in your family. 11am-2pm Tue.Sat.; 5pm-9pm Tue.-Thur.; 5pm-10pm Fri.-Sat. $ L D

latin american

ColleYville/Fort WortH

gloriA’s » Colleyville: 5611 Colleyville Blvd., 817.656.1784. L D ✹. Fort Worth: 2600 W. 7th St., 817.332.8800 L D T ✹. Arlington: 3901 Arlington Highlands Blvd., Ste. 137, 817.701.2981 L D ✹ Gloria’s offers an alternative to Tex-Mex cuisine with a dash of Salvadoran flavor. Favorites include the seafood soup, ceviche and grilled pork. Colleyville: 11am-10pm Sun.-Thur.; 11am-11pm Fri.Sat. Fort Worth: 11am-9pm Sun.-Mon.; 11am-10pm Tue.-Thu.; 11am-2am Fri.Sat. $-$$

YUCAtAn tACo stAnd » 909 West Magnolia Ave., 817.924.8646. With potent margaritas and Latin inspired dishes, Yucatan Taco Stand offers casual dining surrounded by warm colors with both indoor and outdoor seating. 11am to 10pm Mon.-Wed.; 11am-Midnight Thurs.-Fri., Kitchen Closes at 10pm. Sunday Closed. $$ L D ✹

mediterranean

Fort WortH

sAPristi! » 2418 Forest Park Blvd., 817.924.7231. Relaxed, elegant dining that features a European flair. Items include mussels and tapas, and you’ll also find risotto, duck and braised lamb shank. 5:30pm-9:30pm Tue.-Thu.; 5:30pm-10pm Fri.-Sat.; Sunday brunch from 10:30am-2pm. $$ D ( sCAmPi’s mediterrAneAn CAFe » 1057 W. Magnolia Ave., 817.927.1887. Italian and Greek cuisine in a setting recently redecorated for romance. Counter service at lunch and full table service in the evening. BYOB. 11am2pm Mon.-Fri.; 5:30pm-9pm Wed.-Thu.; 5:30pm-9:30pm Fri.-Sat. $ L D ( tHe vAUlt » 525 Taylor St., 817.348.9828. Sample sumptuos Mediterranean cuisine and wonderful wines in a warm, European-inspired setting. Underground Lounge 4pm - close Tue.Sat.; Lunch: 11am-2pm Tue.-Fri.; Dinner: 5:30-10pm Tue.-Sat.; Closed Sun.-Mon. $ $ L D (✹

mexican

Arlington

ABUelo's » 1041 West I-20, 817.486.2622. The courtyard-inspired dining room at Abuelo's creates an elegant ambiance, but the prices are reasonable and suitable for a casual night out. 11am-10pm Sun.-Thu.; 11am-11pm Fri.-Sat. $$ L D (✹

CHUY's » 4001 Bagpiper Way, Ste. 199, 817. 557.2489. The colorful and inviting atmosphere of Chuy's allows anyone to make themselves right at home. Guests can enjoy fine Tex-Mex cuisine for a reasonable price! 11am-10pm Sun.-Thu.; 11am-11pm Fri.-Sat. $ L D T ✹

your guide to local flavor

colleyville/grapevine

eSparZa’S » 124 E. Worth St., 817.481.4668. Located in a 19th-century home in historic downtown Grapevine, this quaint little restaurant serves Tex-Mex favorites. By the looks of all the famous faces gracing the walls, you never know who will show up. 11am10pm Mon.-Thu.; 11am-11pm Fri.-Sat.; 11am-9pm Sun. $ L D ✹

la HacienDa rancH » 5250 Hwy. 121, Colleyville, 817.318.7500. Mexican food is the fare, and the grilled steaks are excellent. Don’t forget the fajitas. 11am-10pm Sun.-Thu.; 11am-11pm Fri.Sat. $$ L D

rio MaMBo » 5150 Hwy. 121, 817.354.3124. Salad takes a new twist alongside standard Tex-Mex favorites, with the Los Cabos, a Mexican cobb salad of sorts with chicken, avocado and bleu cheese. 11am-9:30pm Sun.-Thur.; 11am-10:30pm Fri.-Sat. $$ L D ( ✹ ForT WorTH

anTHony’S » 2400 Meacham Blvd., 817.378.9005. The Santa Fe-style Mexican cuisine features red and green chile enchiladas, fajitas, seafood and more, as well as a great selection of beer, wine and margaritas. 7am-2:30pm Mon.-Fri.; 5pm-9pm Wed.-Sat. $ L D ✹

BaKer ST. pUB & grill » 6333 Camp Bowie Blvd., 817.377.9772. Britishthemed pub with a menu that offers shepherd’s pie and Scotch egg with good chutney. You’ll also find a mix of Tex-Mex with a Brit nuance thrown in for good measure. 11am-2am daily. $-$$ L D ( ✹

BeniTo’S reSTaUranT » 1450 W. Magnolia Ave., 817.332.8633. Other location: 2516 N.E. 28th St., 817.740.1679. Authentic Mexican fare with some TexMex mixed in. Great weekend breakfast, as well. 10am-9pm Mon.-Thur., 10am2am Fri.-Sat., 11am-9pm Sun. $$ L D caBo granDe » 115 W. 2nd St., 817.348.8226. Good service plus Mexican dishes in a festive atmosphere. Enjoy ribs, snapper and fajitas outside on the patio. 11am-10pm Sun.-Thur.; 11ammidnight Fri.-Sat. $$ L D ( ✹ canTina lareDo » 530 Throckmorton St., 817.810.0773. Start with the top-shelf guacamole and move on to the Enchiladas de Mole. Don’t forget to save room for the scrumptious Mexican apple pie. 11am-10pm Mon.-Thu.; 11am11pm Fri.-Sat.; 10am-9pm Sun. $-$$ L D T ( ✹

cHiMy’S cerveceria » 1053 Foch St., 817.348.8888. Famous for its nachos and addictive margaritas, this place is a musttry for all Tex-Mex lovers. 11am-midnight Mon.-Sat. $ L D ✹

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. Good food at a low price. Standard Mexican tacos and burritos. Everything is made to order while you watch. 11am-10pm daily. $ L D ✹

DoS gringoS » 1015 S. University Dr., 817.338.9393. The name says it all. The Tex-Mex menu is top fare in a setting that appeals to the Cultural District

crowd. Their margaritas are the largest in town! 11am-9pm Sun.-Thu.; 11am-11pm Fri.-Sat. $ L D ( ✹

el FeniX » 6391 Camp Bowie Blvd., 817.732.5584. More than 80 years ago, the Martinez Family pioneered what is now internationally known as the TexMex food phenomenon, but they also offer many traditional Mexican food dishes that are popular south of the border. El Fenix is the oldest chain of family-owned Tex-Mex restaurants in the United States. 11am-10pm daily. $ L D ( el rancHo granDe » 1400 N. Main St., 817.624.9206. This family-owned and -operated Mexican restaurant has been a Cowtown favorite for more than 60 years. Fresh tortillas and chips and salsa are made from scratch daily, and the eatery is housed in a beautiful vintage 1918 restored building on the north side of Fort Worth. 11am-9pm Mon.-Thu.; 11am10pm Fri.-Sat. $-$$ L D (

eSperanZa’S MeXican BaKery & caFe » 2122 N. Main St., 817.626.5770 B L D ( ✹. Other location: 1109 Hemphill St., 817.332.3848 B L D (. The southof-the-border fare draws neighborhood families and downtowners alike because of the friendly surroundings. It’s owned by the family that runs Joe T. Garcia’s, so you know you’re in for a good time. Bakery: 6am-7pm daily; Cafe: 6:30am6pm Mon.-Fri.; 6:30am-7pm Sat.-Sun.; 6:30am-5:30pm Mon.-Fri.; 6am-5:30pm Sat.-Sun. Hemphill. $

FernanDeZ caFe » 4220 W. Vickery Blvd., 817.377.2652. This family-friendly Mexican eatery offers a low-fat selection of food on its menu. 6:30am-2pm daily. $ B L D

FieSTa » 3233 Hemphill St., 817.923.6941. Twenty five years in one location with the original owners. Some employees have even been here for 23 years! The brightly colored lights make for a nice ambiance. 11am-9pm Mon.Thu.; 11am-10pm Fri.-Sat. $ L D (

FUZZy’S Taco SHop » 2917 W. Berry St., 817.924.7943. Other Locations: 2719 Race St., 817.831.TACO. 5710 Rufe Snow, 817.465.3899. 510 East Abram, Arlington, 817.265.8226. The favorites for late nights are tacos, big burritos, great enchiladas and beer. A TCU student hot spot. 7am-midnight Mon.-Wed.; 7am-1am Thur.; 7am-3am Fri. & Sat.; 7am10pm Sun. $ B L D ✹

Joe T. garcia’S » 2201 N. Commerce, 817.626.4356. Family-owned and -operated for three generations, Joe T.’s is a must for outside dining. Pick one of two menu choices (enchiladas or fajitas) and feast in one of the courtyards or in the fiesta gardens. Beware: The weekend rush will keep you in line for a table, but it’s well worth the wait. Cash only. 11am-2:30pm, 5pm-10pm Mon.-Thu.; 11am-11pm Fri.-Sat.; 11am-10pm Sun. $$ L D ( ✹

la FaMilia » 841 Foch St., 817.870.2002. Family-owned and -operated restaurant. Lunch specials are served six days a week. Good service and great Tex-Mex are served up here in large portions. 11am-10pm Mon.-Fri.; 10am-11pm Sat. $ L D

la playa Maya » 6209 Sunset Dr., 817.738.3329. Other locations: 1540 N. Main St., 817.624.8411. 3200 Hemphill St., 817.924.0698. Traditional Tex-Mex

is well done, but the seafood is better. A must-order here is the succulent ceviche (raw fish) cooked in lime juice, then mixed with chopped tomatoes, onions, cilantro and peppers. 11am-10pm Mon.Thu.; 11am-11pm Fri.; 10am-11pm Sat.; 10am-10pm Sun. $ L D ( ✹

loS MolcaJeTeS » 4320 Western Center Blvd., 817.306.9000. Here, you have a tremendous amount to choose from, including various enchiladas, tostadas, fajitas, chimichangas, combination platters and a sampler platter for the lunch crowd. 11am-9:30pm Mon.-Thu.; 11am-10pm Fri.-Sat.; 11am-9pm Sun.

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loS vaqUeroS » 2629 N. Main St., 817.624.1511. Other Location: 2880 W. Berry St., 817.769.3070.11am-11pm Mon.-Fri.; 11 am-midnight Sat. $ L D ✹ Located across from Billy Bob’s Texas, this northside favorite is a great place for inexpensive, but absolutely delicious, Tex-Mex. You cannot find better beef fajitas. 11am-9pm Mon.-Thu.; 11am-11pm Fri.-Sat.; 10:30am-3pm Sun. $ L D ✹

MaMBo’S » 1010 Houston St. in the Park Central Hotel, 817.336.3124. A downtown favorite. Mambo’s famous tacos and incredible margaritas will keep you going back for more. Late-night dining at its best. 11am- 2pm Mon.-Fri.; 5pm-midnight Tue.-Thu.; 5pm-2am Fri.Sat. $ L D ✹

Mi cocina » 509 Main St., 817.877.3600 L D ✹. Other location: 4601 W. Freeway (I-30 and Hulen), 817.569.1444 L D. A favorite all over the Metroplex. Nachos locos, chicken con hongos, mongo goodo and the famous Mambo Taxi that may make you "looso drunko." Easygoing cantina atmosphere. 11am-10pm Sun.-Thu.; 11am-11pm Fri.Sat. $

olD rip'S TeX MeX » 3105 Cockrell Ave., 817.207.0777. Named for a Texas lizard legend, Old Rip's is Tex-Mex at its finest. Huge windows and spacious seating make this the prime TCU locale for large gatherings, as well as delicious brunches complete with bottomless mimosas. 7:30 am-9:30 pm daily (open later for private parties or if there is a crowd). $-$$ B L D (✹

THe original » 4713 Camp Bowie Blvd., 817.738.6226. Fort Worth’s oldest Mexican restaurant offers all of the traditional favorites such as warm flautas and homemade tamales in a warm, family-friendly setting. 11am-9pm Tue.Thu.; 11am-10pm Fri.-Sat.; 11am-9pm Sun. $ L D ( pappaSiTo’S canTina » 2704 W. Freeway, 817.877.5546. Other location: 321 W. Road to Six Flags, Arlington, 817.795.3535. Next door to Pappadeaux, this restaurant draws large crowds with generous helpings of Tex-Mex food. The quality is the best, the portions are huge, and the service is impeccable. 11am10pm Sun.-Thu.; 11am-11pm Fri.-Sat. $$ L D ( ✹ all locations

pUliDoS » 5051 Hwy. 377 S., 817.732.7871. Other locations: 2900 Pulido St., 817.732.7571. 4924 Old Benbrook Rd., 817.731.4241. Classic Mexican restaurant offering everything from enchiladas to crispy tacos. 11am-9:30pm Mon.-Thu.; 11am-10pm Fri.-Sat. $ L D ( ✹ reD cacTUS reSTaUranT » 3005

S. University Dr., 817.927.2933. Located across the street from TCU campus, Red Cactus supplies counter-service burritos, tacos and breakfasts to the local college crowd. They describe their cuisine as fresh-Mex. 9am-9pm Mon.-Sun. $ B L D ✹

rio MaMBo » 6125 SW Loop 820, 817.423.3124. Salad takes a new twist alongside standard Tex-Mex favorites, with the Los Cabos, a Mexican cobb salad of sorts with chicken, avocado and bleu cheese. 11am-9:30pm Sun.-Thu.; 11am-10:30pm Fri.-Sat. $$ L D ( ✹

TreS JoSeS cocina MeXicana » 4004 White Settlement Rd., 817.763.0456. Decidedly creative menu with a range of choices, from chargrilled chicken breast to grilled shrimp, fancy tamales stuffed with sirloin and topped with tomatillo salsa. 11am-9pm Tue.Thur.; 11am-10pm Fri.-Sat.; 11am-9pm Sun.; Closed Mon. $$ B L D (

Uncle JUlio’S » 5301 Camp Bowie Blvd., 817.377.2777. A West Fort Worth cult eatery, and it’s easy to see why. This national chain has blended the best parts of Southwestern cuisine with Mex and Tex-Mex, giving guests a flavorful dining experience. 11am-10:30pm Sun.-Thu.; 11am-11:30pm Fri.-Sat. $$ L D ( ✹

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Mi cHUla’S » 1431 Southlake Blvd., Ste. 551, 817.756.6920. Featuring popular Mexican dishes, Mi Chula's has adapted classic recipes to offer guests a menu with a flavor all its own. Perfect for families or working professionals, Mi Chula’s offers good food in a relaxed setting. 11am-9pm Sun-Thu.; 11am-9:30pm Fri. & Sat. $$ L D ✹

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loS vaqUeroS » 4971 E. I-20N, 817.441.1551. Sister restaurant to Los Vaqueros in the Stockyards, this has the same menu with a more laid-back, family-friendly atmosphere. 11am9pm Tue.-Thur.; 11am-10pm Fri. & Sat.; 10:30am-9pm Sun. $-$$ L D ( ✹

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FiSH ciT y grill » 3900 Arlington Highlands Blvd., 817.465.0001. This casual restaurant offers tasty treats from the sea at tasty prices. Try the blue crab stuffed mushrooms or the Fish City sandwich. 11am-10pm Mon.- Thu.; 11am–11pm Fri.Sat.; 11am- 9pm Sun. $-$$ L D ✹

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DaDDy JacK’S » 353 Throckmorton St., 817.332.2477. The attentive servers and the expertly cooked dishes make for a wonderful dining experience. Crab cakes with big chunky pieces that are hard to come by. Lobster tail and the catch of the day are the main attractions of the seafood house in the heart of the Wild West. 11am-2pm Mon.-Sat.; 5pm10pm Sun.-Thu.; 5pm-11pm Fri. & Sat. $$ L D T ( ✹

eDDie v’S » 3100 W. 7th St. 817.336.8000. This fine-dining establishment is perfectly nestled in Fort Worth’s Cultural District. Diners can expect an award-winning menu with selections that are flown in daily, as well as an exten-

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J&J Oyster Bar » 612 N. University Dr., 817.335.2756. The Oyster bar is the best place where locals go for oysters, scallops and the best seafood gumbo in town. 11am-10pm Sun.-Thu.; 11am-11pm Fri.-Sat. $ L D ✹

LONe star Oyster Bar » 4750 Bryant Irvin Rd., 817.370.0030. Seafood lovers shouldn’t leave this place without trying the tasty oysters. A fun place to unwind after a long day at the office or outside in the Texas sun. The daily specials are excellent, as well. 11am-2am Tue.-Sat.; 11am-midnight Sun.-Mon. $ L D ( ✹

PaPPaDeaUX » 2708 W. Freeway, 817.877.8843. Other location: 1304 E. Copeland Rd., Arlington, 817.543.0544. Basic New Orleans-themed chain, but hardly pedestrian on the palate. Keep in mind, the Arlington location is one of the busiest spots in the county, especially when the neighboring Texas Rangers are in town. 11am-10pm Sun.-Thu.; 11am11pm Fri.-Sat. $$ L D ( ✹

raZZOO’s » 318 Main St. in Sundance Square, 817.429.7009. Other location: 4700 Bryant Irvin Rd. in Cityview, 817.292.8584. Why go to Mardi Gras when you’ve got Razzoo’s at home? Less fancy than the competition, they offer Louisiana favorites, as well as specialty drinks, like hurricanes, gator punch and worm burners. 11am-11pm Sun.-Thur.; 11am-2am Fri.-Sat. $$ L D ✹

rOCKFIsH » 3050 S. Hulen St., 817.738.3474. A seafood lover’s paradise in a good people-watching place. Tender pastas complement all the seafood choices, and the raspberry margarita is too tasty for words. 11am-9pm Sun.-Thu.; 11am-10pm Fri.-Sat. $$ L D ✹

ZeKe’s FIsH & CHIPs » 5920 Curzon Ave., 817.731.3321. This Fort Worth staple serves up something different than the Southern battered fish fry. Modeled after English fish and chips. 11am-9pm Mon.-Thu.; 11am-11pm Fri.; 10am-11pm Sat.; Noon-9pm Sun. $ L D ✹

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FIsH CIty GrILL » 2750 E. Southlake Blvd., Ste. 130, 817.748.0456. This casual restaurant offers tasty treats from the sea at tasty prices. Try the blue crab stuffed mushrooms or the Fish city sandwich. 11am-10pm Mon.-Thur.; 11pm-11pm Fri. & Sat.; 11am-9pm Sun. $-$$ L D ( ✹ trULUCK’s seaFOOD, steaK & CraB HOUse » 1420 Plaza Pl., 817.912.0500. It’s all about the fresh seafood and tender crab at Truluck’s which features a weekly changing menu. 5pm10pm daily. $$$ D T (

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BLUe Mesa Bar & GrILL » 1600 S. University Dr., 817.332.6372 L D ( ✹ Other Location: 1586 E. Southlake Blvd., Southlake, 817.416.0055 L D ✹. Escape Tex-Mex fever and opt for superb Southwestern cuisine in this favorite University Park Village haunt. Low-fat menu choices make it easy for the calorie counters. Their popular happy hour pro-

vides delicious quesadillas with drinks. One of the best brunches you’ll ever eat. Fort Worth: 11am-10pm Mon.-Thu.; 11am-11pm Fri.-Sat.; 9am-10pm Sun.; Southlake: 11am-10:30pm Fri. & Sat.; 9am-9:30pm Sun. $$

BONNeLL’s FINe teX as CUIsINe » 4259 Bryant Irvin Rd., 817.738.5489. Wonderful Texas game dishes, fresh grilled seafood, steaks and chops. Something for every taste, like the grilled trout with mango salsa. Draws an upscale crowd both dressy and casual. Extensive wine list. Dinner Hours 5:30pm-9:30pm Tue.-Sat. Closed Sun.Mon. $$$ L D ( GraDy's restaUraNt» 2443 Forest Park Blvd., 817.922.9980. Grady Spears does it again with his latest restaurant venture. Grady's serves up cowboy dishes with a twist. 5pm-10pm Tue.-Sat. $$$ D (

LaNNy’s aLta COCINa MeXICaNa » 3405 W. 7th St., 817.850.9996. Don’t go in expecting traditional enchiladas and tacos. Instead, enjoy multiple courses of nouvelle Mexican cuisine from a fourth-generation member of the Joe T. Garcia family. Lunch: 11am-2pm Tue.-Fri.; Dinner: 5:30pm-10pm Tue.Thur.; 5:30pm-10:30pm Fri. & Sat. $$$ L D ( ✹

LONesOMe DOVe westerN BIstrO » 2406 N. Main St., 817.740.8810. A white-tablecloth dining establishment in the heart of the Fort Worth Stockyards. Chef/owner Tim Love has brought together a collection of dishes that reflects the spirit of food from the traditional and new Southwest. We suggest the duck quesadillas and the coffeerubbed kangaroo tail. 11:30am-2:30pm Tue.-Sat.; 5pm-10pm Mon.-Thu.; 5pm11pm Fri.-Sat. $$$ L T ( ✹

MICHaeLs restaUraNt & aNCHO CHILe Bar » 3413 W. 7th St., 817.877.3413. Michaels Restaurant & Ancho Chile Bar serves up contemporary Southwestern cuisine, a comfortable atmosphere and an extensive list of fine wines. The Chile Bar offers its own unique menu. 11am-2:30pm Mon.-Fri.; 5:30pm-10pm Mon.-Wed.; 5:30pm-11pm Thur.-Sat. Chile Bar hours: 11am-11pm Mon.-Wed.; 11am-1am Thu.-Fri.; 5pm1am Sat. $ L D ( ✹ reata » 310 Houston St., 817.336.1009. A garden bar three stories above downtown and two stories of dining make this one of the most popular tickets in Fort Worth. Well, that, and an innovative menu that includes such palate-pleasing favorites as smoked quail on cheese grits, chicken-fried steak and a chili relleno stuffed to the gills with cheese. The crowd is lively and the waitstaff is unmatched. 11am-2:30pm, 5pm10:30pm daily. $$ L D T ( ✹ tILLMaN's rOaDHOUse » 2933 Crockett St., 817.850.9255. This update on the classic Texas roadhouse offers really good food, drinks and music in an inviting atmosphere. From the menu to the decor, Tillman's combines the rustic and the lush. 11 am-11pm Mon.-Thu.; 11am-2pm Fri.-Sat.; 10:30am-11pm Sun. $$$ L D (✹

MaC’s steaKs & seaFOOD » Arlington: 6077 I-20 W., 817.572.0541. Fort Worth: 2600 W. 7th St., Ste. 153, 817.332.6227. Colleyville: 5120 Hwy. 121, 817.318.6227. Trendy but casual pub featuring steaks and seafood. 11am-10pm Mon.-Thur.; 11am-11pm Fri. & Sat.; 3pm10pm Sun. $-$$ L D ( traIL DUst steaK HOUse » 2300 E. Lamar Ave., 817.640.6411. The large and lively atmosphere make this a good place for a night out with the family. They serve a wide variety of steaks and have a tasty appetizer selection, to boot. 11am10pm Daily. $$$ L D ( ✹

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BOB’s steaK aND CHOP HOUse » 1300 Houston St., 817.350.4100. One of the top steak houses in the country, Bob’s Steak and Chop House, has come to Fort Worth and is located inside of the Omni Fort Worth Hotel. You’re sure to become a regular after experiencing their stellar service, extensive wine list and quality food in an upscale atmosphere. 5-10pm Mon.-Thu.; 5-11pm Fri. and Sat.; Closed Sun. $$$$ D T ( CattLeMeN’s steaK HOUse » 2458 N. Main St., 817.624.3945. In the Stockyards since 1947, Cattlemen’s is a beef institution where you choose your steak from the glass butcher case. If you’re not a red-meat eater, there is a good selection of superb seafood and chicken. 11am-10:30pm Mon.-Thu.; 11am-11pm Fri.-Sat.; 1pm-9pm Sun. $$$ L D ( DeL FrIsCO’s DOUBLe eaGLe steaKHOUse » 812 Main St., 817.877.3999. A Fort Worth/Dallas legend. The meat is great, and so is the service. Don’t hesitate to try the fish or the mock turtle soup made with beef and sherry. A perfect special-occasion dining location. 5pm-10pm Mon.-Thu.; 5pm-11pm Fri.-Sat.; 5pm-9pm Sun. $$$ D T (

GraCe restaUraNt » 777 Main St., 817.877.3388. With fresh, bold flavors and high-quality ingredients, Grace serves modern American classics on its protein-driven menu. 5:30pm-9:30pm Mon.-Thu.; 5:30pm-10:30pm Fri.-Sat. Bar Hours 4pm-11pm Mon.-Thu.; 4pm-midnight Fri.; 5:30pm-midnight Sat. $$$$ D T ( ✹

H3 raNCH » 109 E. Exchange Ave., 817.624.1246. The bunkhouse feel lends a special Stockyards flavor to roast pork Southern-style, and be sure to try a gooey caramely dessert served in a skillet or a flaming steak with 150-proof fuel. The huge open hickory grill gets your attention right away. 11am-10pm Mon.Thur.; 11am-11pm Fri.; 9am-11pm Sat.; 9am-10pm Sun. $$$ L D T ( HOFFBraU » 1712 S. University Dr., 817.870.1952. A relaxed setting that serves up good steaks, chargrilled pork chops, bacon-wrapped shrimp, fried pickles and banana pudding. 11am10pm Sun.-Thu.; 11am-11pm Fri.-Sat. $$ L D ( ✹

tHe KeG steaKHOUse & Bar » 5760 SW Loop 820, 817.731.3534. Other locations: 4001 Arlington Heights Blvd., #101, Arlington, 817.465.3700. The fireplace makes it cozy, but the food makes it better, especially the oddball, round “baseball steak.” Try the bacon-wrapped scallops with a zesty cocktail sauce or the grilled top sirloin. Fort Worth: 4pm-

midnight Mon.-Thur.; 4pm-1am Fri. & Sat.; 4pm-11pm Sun. Arlington: 11am10pm Sun. $$$ D ( LaMBert’s » 2731 White Settlement Rd., 817.882.1161. Lambert’s serves bold ranch cuisine in a big city setting. Enjoy country cooking and live music on Friday and Saturday nights. 5pm-10pm Mon.Thu.; 5pm-11pm Fri.-Sat.; 11am-3pm Sun. $$ D T ( ✹

MerCUry CHOP HOUse » 301 Main St., 817.336.4129. The menu is the only way to describe this place of beef tenderloin Oscar, Dijon-crusted pork chops, truffled polenta and halibut over a roux of Kalamata olives and Roma tomatoes. 11am-3pm Mon.-Fri.; 5pm-10pm Sun.Thur.; 5pm-11pm Fri.-Sat.; 11am-3pm Sun. $$$ B L D T ( ✹

M&M steaKHOUse » 1106 N.W. 28th St., 817.624.0612. This restaurant may be small, but the steaks sure aren’t. Try one of these huge slabs of meat smothered in a garlic sauce. The food is excellent. Cash only. 5pm-11pm Tue.-Sat. $$ D ( rIsCK y’s steaKHOUse » 120 E. Exchange Ave., 817.624.4800. A true Old West décor serving Texas-size steaks of certified Angus beef. Originally frequented by visiting ranchers, cowboys and cattlemen involved with the Stockyards and livestock business, making them famous for their calf fries and excellent steaks. 11am-9pm Sun.-Mon.; 11am-10pm Tue.-Thur.; 11am-11pm Fri.Sat. $$-$$$ L D ( rUtH’s CHrIs » 813 Main St., 817.348.0080. Ruth’s Chris famous steaks are seared to perfection at 1800 degrees and topped with fresh butter so they sizzle all the way to your table. 5pm-10 pm Mon.-Thu.; 5pm-11pm Fri.-Sat.; 5pm9:30 pm Sun. $$$ D T ( sHULa’s 347 » Sheraton Hotel, 1701 Commerce St., 817.870.2700. Named after Hall of Fame football coach Don Shula, this high-end steakhouse with a sporty flair offers everything from salads to burgers to its famous Shula Cut steaks. 6:30am-10pm Sun.-Thu.; 6:30 am11pm Fri.-Sat. $$ B L D T ( sILVer FOX steaKHOUse » 1651 S. University Dr., 817.332.9060. Other location: 1235 William D. Tate, Grapevine, 817.329.6995. Prime veal, steak salads and off-the-cob cream corn are a few of the favorites on this menu of upscale Western chophouse fare. Popular for gatherings, as well as a heckuva steak. 4pm-10pm Mon.-Sat. $$$ D T ( GraPeVINe /sOUtHLaKe/ COLLeyVILLe

J.r.’s steaKHOUse » 5400 Hwy. 121, 817.355.1414. The menu has plenty of steaks and seafood to choose from, but reasonably priced first courses and salads could easily pass for small entrées. J.R.’s draws a more casual crowd, but there is nothing casual about the food. Wine lovers will also be pleased to find a number of bottles priced in the $30 to $80 range. You will also find live music nightly in the adjoining bar. 4pm-lounge; 5pm-10pm Mon.-Sat.; Closed Sun. $$$ D T (

KIrBy’s steaKHOUse » 3305 E. Hwy. 114, Southlake, 817.410.2221. A fine dining experience featuring prime-aged, bone-in ribeye and pepper steak. Excellent seafood, as well. 4:30pm-10pm

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