Fort Worth Magazine - March 2009

Just one year ago, the Paul and Judy Andrews Women’s Hospital at Baylor All Saints Medical Center opened as a unique hospital designed specifically for women. In this first year, extraordinary achievements have taken place. Andrews Women’s Hospital at Baylor All Saints Medical Center Celebrating a Year of Service to

• More than 5,000 babies delivered

• Expansion of Level III neonatal intensive care unit to 63 beds

• Almost 600 babies delivered through The Midwife Center at Andrews Women’s Hospital

• Designated a Mother-Friendly Worksite by the State of Texas

• Joan Katz Breast Center opened, including a breast MRI, the first imaging technology of its kind in Fort Worth.

We’re proud that in our first year our patient satisfaction is among the best in the nation. As we begin our second year, we dedicate ourselves once again to providing our patients with safe, quality, compassionate health care.

The ForT WorT h Club awaits your wedding celebration. For generations, this exclusive downtown club has been the preferred setting for the most elegant and romantic gatherings in the city. Indulge in the historic horizon ballroom, reminiscent of the 1920’s era, featuring grand chandeliers and arched windows. or, host your reception in The Top of the Town, a more contemporary venue with one of the most spectacular views in downtown. Your menu will be perfectly prepared by Chef Timothy Prefontaine, gold medal winner in the 2008 Culinary olympics. enjoy a virtual tour now at www.fortworthclub.com...then call hope Kahan, your personal wedding coordinator, to begin planning your dream reception today.

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Embrace The Mira Vista Lifestyle

The mas Terful m ira VisTa course is the creation of golf professional Tom Weiskopf and golf course architect Jay Morrish. Their efforts have resulted in the design and construction of one of the most outstanding championship golf courses anywhere. The par 71 course has a maximum total yardage of 6,967. Native grasses and a panorama of wildflowers provide an extraordinary park-like environment. In Mira Vista you’ll be free to enjoy what matters most in your life. From the terrace of the Clubhouse overlooking the eighteenth green, you can relax and experience incredibly tranquil surroundings. Enjoy a quiet stroll along creekside and wooded trails. Sit back and reflect on the day with a spectacular sunset. Embrace the Mira Vista lifestyle.

· Best of elegance and informality

· Outstanding security. Gated exclusive environment

· Family oriented, outstanding amenities

· Member owned club

· Tennis, golf, pool

· Special incentives

· Premier club experience at a competitive price

Membership fees increasing at the end of March. For more information, contact Zenaida Hickey, Membership Director, 817-294-6639.

Worth the Drive

March heats up in the heart of the Hill Country at the Texas Men’s State Chili and Barbecue Championships. by Katie Martinez

Man at His Best: Four essential suits by Amy Turman

Get the latest and greatest scoop on the happenings of Fort Worth in this month’s Worth Repeating.

Worth Framing

Peruse our party pics and see who’s out and about this season.

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Worthy Cause: Safety in Style at the Safe City Ball by Diana Bloxom

Reynold’s Ranch Pinto Beans by Judie

Thinking about dancing a two-step at Billy Bob’s or strolling through an exhibit at the Modern? View our Worth Doing section for a complete guide to Fort Worth’s events.

Grilling with Style at Mac’s on 7th by Katie Martinez

J.W. Kelly has blind faith in Aledo’s athletic community by Katie Martinez [ Columns ] 12 According to Heywood

An unabashedly humorous look at the Economic ‘Unstimulating’ Package

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Life’s Changing Moments by Scott Sams, co-anchor of the CBS 11 News This Morning

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OUR LIVELY NIGHTLIFE … AND HISTORY

As we walk

the charming, quaint streets of Sundance Square, it’s hard to believe that the very ground we walk on was once host to one of the most notorious high crime Red Light Districts in the West—the infamous Hell’s Half Acre. Home to Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid, the fast-paced Acre, known for its sin and violence, spurred controversy with its many dance houses, saloons and gambling parlors.

Thriving from the 1870s to the early 20th century, this area attracted the likes of Wyatt Earp, Luke Short and “Longhair” Jim Courtright (of the famous gunfight at the White Elephant Saloon), and gangs like Butch Cassidy’s Wild Bunch. Trail-weary cowboys would take part of their pay from working the Chisholm Trail into the Acre where money could be made at gambling parlors and anything from liquor to madams (see “Call Me Madam: Soiled Doves of Hell’s Half Acre” on page 26) could be purchased for a small price.

After Camp Bowie was constructed on the outskirts of Fort Worth in the summer of 1917, martial law was enforced against the prostitutes and saloonkeepers of the Acre. By the 1920s, Hell’s Half Acre had become a part of history. Today, as we pull up a bar stool at Billy Miner’s Saloon or grab a couch-seat by the window at the Flying Saucer Draught Emporium and look out onto the streets of downtown, we are reminded of Fort Worth’s rambunctious past.

While Fort Worth no longer carries a reputation as a rowdy frontier where bar brawls are taken to the alleys and duels are a common form of compromise, our city offers a nightlife scene like no other.

In our cover story, “Sip and Be Seen” (page 48), we raise our glasses to 70+ brewpubs, plush clubs and lounges dispersed throughout our great city. And as we all know, we Fort Worthians go out on the town because we know a good time has more to do with location and those who surround us than the beverages themselves. (They do, however, play a very important role!) So whether you prefer a cocktail garnished with a lime on the outdoor terrace at GRACE, a glass of Pinot Noir at the Omni Hotel’s swanky Wine Thief or a pint of Guinness Stout at The Ginger Man, Fort Worth serves up a nightlife as diverse as its culture, and as lively as its history. So after you flip to page 48 and choose a watering hole from the list, pick your poison and belly up to the bar. We’ll see you there!

Amy Hallford-Turman editor

Economic ‘Unstimulating’ Package

As we all know, on Jan. 20, Barack H. Obama was sworn in as the 44th president of the United States of America. It was a historical event with Democrats and the Hollywood establishment just beside themselves. Streisand was happy, Baldwin was happy and the Democratic Speaker of the House, Nancy Pelosi, had a grin ear to ear ... partly because she was happy, partly because the cosmetic surgery didn’t go so well.

But the inauguration was a huge success. However, given our current economic woes, quite a few people wanted to know why the entire event cost $150 million. Simple. Credit was so tight, that’s all Oprah could scrape up.

In all fairness to the new administration, they’ve inherited some real challenges. There are such issues as the war in Iraq and the turmoil in the financial markets. Plus, it could take home values the same amount of time to recover as those people who were in the delivery room when that pregnant man gave birth.

But what really concerns me is this nearly trilliondollar economic stimulus package. The theory behind it is this: If overspending and borrowing got us into this mess, overspending and borrowing can get us out. Now, on the surface the package looks admirable. Most of the money is supposedly earmarked for programs dealing with housing assistance and health insurance for the unemployed. But some of the possible allocations for that money make less sense than actor Gary Busey after a couple of Jello shots.

For instance, the State of California is asking for $500,000 to build a dog park. Although this request is outrageous, it’s not surprising. The only reason anybody out there is allowed to have a dog is because there’s not a California law prohibiting an owner from being dumber than his pet. Or how about a $33,000 request to install automatic flushing toilets for the good citizens of Sumter, S.C. The economic benefit? Apparently in Sumter, it’ll save countless man-hours that are being wasted jiggling the handle.

So why am I pessimistic about this entire stimulus package? Because it’s going to be administered by the same clowns who got us in this mess in the first place. We could save some time by arresting these guys in advance.

Truth is, the economy will get back on track when everybody starts chipping in and doing their fair share.

Even if you have difficulty making green, at least you can try going green. Start composting in one of the kids’ rooms or powering down granny’s respirator after dark. It’ll show friends and neighbors that you not only care about your nation’s economy, but also that there’s something deeply wrong with you.

Remember, for any economic plan to work, it doesn’t take magic, just logic, which around Washington is a lot more rare than magic.

by Heywood

Heywood is a morning show host at 95.9 FM The Ranch and provides commentary between 7 and 9 p.m. on TXA 21 News: First in Prime. All complaints can be directed to Heywood@ TheRanchRadio.com.

Taste of Texas

March heats up in the heart of Hill Country as the Texas Men’s State Chili and Barbecue Championships hit the Blanco County Fairgrounds in Johnson City. by Katie Martinez

on the banks of the pedernales river this month, some of the state’s best downhome cooks will vie for top bragging rights and have a lot of fun doing it.

The Lone Star Barbecue Society and Chili Appreciation Society International are hosting their annual state championships together in Johnson City for the sixth consecutive year. There will be good music, great food and cold beer; and it’s all for a good cause. More than 10,000 cooks serve up their homemade best in qualifying events across the country every year. The cook-offs are a precursor to the national and international competitions that raise more than $1 million for charity.

If you can’t make it down for the competition on March 28, there are still good times to be had in Johnson City. Whether it’s the spring wildflower festival in May or Music in the Park (512.750.0006), hosted by local legendary musician Bobby Beal on the third Saturday of each month in Johnson City Memorial Park, there’s always a reason to get out and enjoy the sunshine, Texas style.

Johnson City may be best known as the hometown of Lyndon Baines Johnson. The city was settled by the ancestors of the 36th president in the late 1850s and was named for James Polk Johnson who donated the land that founded the city in 1879. The history of the Johnson family is visible throughout the city from LBJ’s boyhood home, ranch and memorial park (830.868.7128) to the historic downtown buildings constructed by the city’s founder more than a century ago. The town’s first general store is now the Johnson City Bank, and the old cotton gin has become a popular restaurant named Buddy’s at the Feed Mill (830.868.9252).

Once the only hotel in Johnson City, The Historic Pearl (830.868.2711) is now an antique mall and tearoom, but these days there are plenty of places to stay in town. Choose from bed and breakfasts, cabins, guesthouses and even a couple of chain hotels for guests seeking the familiar. To experience the true beauty of the unspoiled Texas countryside, check out Lighthouse Hill Ranch (512.587.9656) whose few rental cabins span some 1,630 acres of rolling hills. The ranch has several springs, almost 4,000 feet of clear rock-bottom creek, four fishing ponds, a seasonal waterfall and miles of bike, ATV, hiking and horseback riding trails.

A fun choice for families is the Exotic Resort Zoo (830.868.4357). This 137-acre wildlife preserve is home to almost 500 animals from 80 different species, half of which have been on the endangered species list. A stay at one of the themed cabins includes access to a fencedin private lake, outdoor pool table, cooking area and a safari-style guided tour of the animal habitats.

zesty flavor / The Lone Star Barbecue Society/Chili Appreciation Society International’s annual state championships offer culinary delights from more than 10,000 cooks, cold beer and good music.

Nine miles east of Johnson City on FM 2766 is Pedernales Falls State Park (830.868.7304), a nature-lover’s paradise with almost 20 miles of difficulty-coded hiking trails. Wind through wet and dry creek beds and over hills before checking out the park’s main attraction, the falls.

No visit to Hill Country is complete, though, without visiting at least one of the award-winning wineries. The lush greenery and fantastic wines coming out of the area prompted The New York Times to rank the Hill Country wineries No. 1 on their 2008 list of summer vacation destinations. Visitors don’t have to look any farther than Johnson City to tour an authentic, working, familyowned winery. The patio tables of the Texas Hills Vineyard (830.868.2321) overlook the vines, and the tasting room offers local artisan cheeses and crackers. Try the “Kick Butt Cab,” a 2005 Cabernet Sauvignon rich with berry flavor; blackberry, black cherry and a slight hint of loganberry followed by a spicy American oak finish. The wine’s distinctive and robust taste won first place in its category at the 22nd annual People’s Choice Awards at GrapeFest 2008 in Grapevine.

Before heading back to Fort Worth, pick up some snacks for the road at Whittington’s Jerky (830.868.5500) on Hwy. 281 South. Their award-winning jerky includes turkey and buffalo, and the shelves are loaded with gourmet canned cobblers and preserves, jellies, relishes, salsas, fruit butters and syrups. A trip like this allows you a real taste of Texas. fw

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Spring’s color redux

If you think men’s fashion is limited to blue, gray and khaki, you’re mistaken. Drab checked out a few seasons ago, and black is a fashion basic, but there’s more to life than wearing it seven days a week. Venture beyond the commonalities of menswear, and welcome spring with bright, vibrant colors, bold patterns and sleek silk neckwear.

Creating Irresistible Smiles in Fort Worth Since 1985

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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.

Man at His Best

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Worth Repeating

Whether it’s beautiful people or horsing around, see how Tarrant County citizens are making headlines.

Beautiful People

Dallas native Julia Anderson made her television debut on ABC’s “True Beauty” reality show in January. The 23-yearold, who works as a dancer, performer and magician’s assistant, was crowned Miss Teen Texas in 2002 and Miss Grapevine in 2008. On the show, Anderson and her equally attractive mansion-mates participate in a series of beauty-themed challenges, unaware that they are also being judged on their inner beauty. Hosted by Vanessa Manilo and produced by both Tyra Banks of “America’s Next Top Model” and Ashton Kutcher of “Punk’d” and “Beauty and the Geek,” the show sticks to reality show norms by eliminating one guest each week. Only after their

FUNKYTOWN

To represent Fort Worth, the late Amon Carter coined the phrase, “Where the West Begins.” Recently unveiled was the city’s new official slogan, “You Get It When You Get Here.” But there’s a new, less conventional slogan in town that may catch on as fast as Austin’s mantra, “Keep Austin Weird.”

Casey Newell, a local leasing manager, has trademarked the phrase “Keep Fort Worth Funky,” after the city’s nickname, Funkytown. From koozies to T-shirts, Casey is hoping to start a revolution that symbolizes the unity of differences that make Fort Worth funky. keepfortworthfunky.com.

eliminations are the contestants made aware of the hidden cameras that have recorded their behindthe-scenes behavior. At the end of the season, a winner will be declared to be truly beautiful inside and out, will receive a cash prize and a spot in People magazine’s 100 Most Beautiful People Issue.

National Treasure

The Texas Civil War Museum marked its third anniversary in January with the addition of the silver, gold and diamond encrusted sword that President Abraham Lincoln presented to Ulysses S. Grant in 1864. The then future president, who was the generalin-chief of the Union Army, was just one year away from drafting the surrender agreement to be signed by Gen. Robert E. Lee at the Appomattox Court House.

Purchased for $1.6 million at an auction in Gettysburg, Pa., the sword scabbard has the general’s initials, U.S.G., as well as KY, for the state of Kentucky, displayed in diamonds. The 33-inch steel blade is engraved with battle scenes of the Civil War. Newspapers at the time hailed it as “one of the most beautiful and costly swords yet manufactured in the country.” But you can see it and almost 3,000 other Civil War artifacts for just $6 at the museum.

a helping hand

After almost losing hope that their eBay auctions would raise enough money to cover their children’s medical bills, Brittiny and Gregg Peters of Gainesville, Ga. received a helping hand from a Fort Worth couple.

The Blair family of Fort Worth’s Mira Vista Golf Club in southwest Fort Worth bid $20,000 for a lot of the Peters’ belongings, which included appliances, furniture and electronics from their home as well as their 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe. The Peters contacted the Blairs to make arrangements to ship the items, and that is when they got the biggest shock of all—the Blairs wanted them to keep their belongings and said they just wanted to help the family. The Peters’ 2-year-old son, Noah, has autism and 7-year-old daughter, Ayla, has juvenile arthritis. The family decided to sell all their belongings on eBay to pay their children’s medical bills.

The Peters told reporters that they are planning a trip to Fort Worth to meet the Blairs and hope they can somehow carry on the kindness and generosity by doing something to help others in need.

Horsing Around PAys

Arlington’s top horse racing trainer, Steve Asmussen, and the award-winning horse, Curlin, walked away with top honors at the 38th annual Eclipse Awards in January. Asmussen is the all-time leading trainer at Lone Star Park in Grand Prairie and sent out a recordbreaking 622 winners in 2008. Curlin, who was named Horse of the Year for the second consecutive year, has won five of his seven outings, including the Jockey Club Gold Cup and the Dubai World Cup.

Not only did Asmussen grow up around horses, but his parents were both trainers and his brother, Cash, won an Eclipse Award as an apprentice jockey in 1979. His lifetime of experience has translated into success, and Asmussen’s stable had some of the highest earnings in the industry last year at more than $24 million. Curlin hasn’t done too bad either. With career earnings topping $10.5 million, he is the richest horse in the history of North American racing.

Rahr’s Rare Refreshment

Beer consumers are contributing to a worthy cause when they drink Rare Breed, the newest series of Rahr & Sons’ beers. Rare Breed is the result of a partnership between the Texas Parks & Wildlife Foundation and Rahr & Sons Brewing, LP. The sales from the beer are partially donated to the recovery and protection of Texas’ endangered species. A pale ale, Blind Salamander, the first of the series, is named after the Texas amphibian that joined the endangered species list in 1967. In addition, Rahr has made several steps to become ecofriendly. The brewery’s electricity is from renewable resources, and they have significantly reduced water consumption.

The Final FronTier

Thankfully, Fort Worth never completely complied to the adage, “Out with the old, in with the new.” Fort Worth’s preservation of Western heritage and sophistication of cultural institutions brought recognition from the National Trust for Historic Preservation when they added Fort Worth to the 2009 Dozen Distinctive Destinations list on Jan. 13. Richard Moe, president of the National Trust for Historic Preservation, shared his fondness for Fort Worth: “With such diverse offerings, it is without a doubt, a dynamic destination that has something for everyone.”

Tom Formby, managing partner of Rahr, is enthusiastic when discussing the future of Rahr & Sons: “It’s fun to contribute to this great state while doing what we love— creating new beers using our traditional recipes—and we look forward to introducing our next Rare Breed.”

Known today as the “City of Cowboys and Culture,” Fort Worth is being celebrated nationally for its contribution of cultural and recreational experiences that are different from typical vacation spots. Several city officials, community members and dignitaries, including Mayor Mike Moncrief, were in attendance at this year’s event, appropriately held at Thistle Hill, one of Fort Worth’s historic cattle baron mansions. This is the 10th anniversary of the National Trust for Historic Preservation’s Dozen Distinctive Destinations annual list with 120 Distinctive Destinations located in 43 states throughout the country.

Call Me

Madam Soiled Doves of Hell’s Half Acre

By Gail Bennison

It was July 12, 1900, in New York City. The former prostitute turned madamturned evangelist must have appeared every bit of her 40-plus years standing before the audience that day. The dark-featured woman known as Jessie Reeves looked out at the Salvation Army tent gathering, placed her Bible on the podium and began to speak. Reeves told the congregation about her sinful past in Hell’s Half Acre, Fort Worth’s infamous red-light district. She spoke of a wicked existence and shared how her life had been saved. Reeves said she had left her brothel on Rusk Street one afternoon to take a walk. She heard someone singing hymns from an open doorway and was drawn to the home. A minister told her about God and how He forgave sins. She turned over a new leaf and left Fort Worth to travel the religious lecture circuit.

Reeves was one of Fort Worth’s top three madams in the late 19th century. Two of her friendly competitors were Mary Porter and Josie Belmont. All ran houses on Rusk Street (changed to Commerce Street in 1917) within a block of each other. They were well-known to gentlemen in the polite districts and in the courts, where they were regular defendants.

Dime novels, Hollywood movies and television series glamorized the life of the early western prostitute.

As the story of Jessie Reeves illustrates, the prostitute’s life, even for an entrepreneurial madam, was captivating, perhaps, but far from glamorous.

Soiled doves, as the cowboys called them, kept company with rough men. Violence for these girls was a constant companion. In the winter of 1887, a poor prostitute known only by the name of Sally was found murdered and nailed to an outhouse door in Hell’s Half Acre. The job description was clear—provide a service for a fee no matter how painful or humiliating the circumstances. At prices of 25 cents to $5, more for the doves in a nice brothel, the women attracted men from all walks of life.

To escape the shame and poverty, many prostitutes developed addictions to alcohol and drugs. Ve-

nereal disease and unwanted pregnancy haunted them. Many resorted to amateur abortions that left them sterile. Some were killed in saloon brawls or at the hands of a drunken client or a brutal madam. Most died poor and young, commonly by intentional drug overdose. This was a time when morphine and liquid opium could be purchased over the counter for about 25 cents a shot. The main cause of death in the Acre during this era was suicide, and the victims were the unfortunate prostitutes who preferred death to a life of social isolation and misery.

Like the other madams in Fort Worth, little is known about the early life of Jessie Reeves, and there are no photographs of her. Of the top three, however, Reeves is the only one for whom a physical description is known. Local historian Mary Daggett Lake described Reeves as having dark skin and dark hair that she wore in a braid down her back.

Author Richard Selcer wrote in his book, “Hell’s Half Acre,” that Reeves was born in Spain and arrived in Fort Worth in 1881 with her sister. She worked a variety of jobs, including circus performer and faro dealer. Her faro dealing came to an end when an angry cowboy accused her of dealing from the bottom of the deck and shot her in

the chest. It took 15 months for her wound to heal.

By 1885, Reeves was operating a parlor house (euphemistically referred to as a “female boarding house”) in Fort Worth. It was here that Reeves and her girls satisfied the carnal desires of many prominent citizens. Historians have written that among her notable clients was a well-known cattle rancher and oilman, whose name is emblazoned on several buildings in Fort Worth today. He and Reeves were said to have been romantically linked for years.

Despite her connections, Reeves was arrested several times over the course of her career. Charges ranged from vagrancy to operating a disorderly house. According to author Chris Enss’ book, “Pistol Packin’ Madams,” Reeves paid over $600 in fines during her career.

But her reputation wasn’t all bad. Reeves was known for her generosity to the homeless, especially children, as well as to police officers and firemen. In the summer of 1888, a business across the street from her boarding house caught fire, quickly turning into a “fiery furnace,” as the Gazette newspaper described it. Reeves sent blankets and quilts to be used by the firemen against the intense heat. At one point, her house was threatened by the flames.

“The outside walls began to smolder until a well-directed stream of water from the grateful firemen saved the place,” Selcer wrote. “Cynical citizens had often accused the police of having special arrangements with local madams, but this was the first time the firemen had ever provided protection to a local madam’s operation.”

Like gambling, prostitution became a big business for Fort Worth. Madams, who received a percentage of their girls’ earnings, paid taxes, fees and fines. They purchased alcohol, food and clothing, greatly contributing to the local economy.

In order to stay in the illicit trade, they learned quickly how to grease the palms of town leaders and law enforcement officials. The money that filtered down from the Acre to the city was a major incentive for Fort Worth leaders to turn a blind eye to the illicit activity.

It goes without saying that few ladies of the evening climbed the corporate ladder.

soiled doves / Soiled Doves, as the cowboys called them, kept company with rough men. Violence for these girls was a constant companion.

Some, like Madams Reeves, Porter, Belmont and a few others, managed to go into business for themselves.

For most, though, when addiction and abuse sapped their youth, down was the only direction they could go. Fallen women who survived long enough landed in hovels called “cribs.”

Anne Seagraves

described these miserable dwellings in her book, “Soiled Doves: Prostitution in the Early West,” as strings of small-frame buildings located in the most disreputable sections of the red-light district or in an area known as the “row” or the “alley.” The two-room shacks were just wide enough for a door and two tiny windows, with a common toilet in the back. On payday, the men lined up with money in one hand and hat in the other. They never removed their shoes or boots but always removed their hats. Ironically, no self-respecting prostitute would do business with a man who wore his hat in her presence, but it wasn’t unusual for a prostitute to accommodate 80 men a night.

“By this time the woman was usually desperate,” Seagraves wrote. “She had sunk to a level where she had no protection and lived a life of social rejection.”

Nobody knows for certain how or when Fort Worth’s red-light district came to be named Hell’s Half Acre. Town leaders certainly preferred the more flattering moni-

ker, “Queen City of the Prairies.” We do know that San Antonio bore the Hell’s Half Acre name in the later decades of the 19th century. As a name for prostitution districts, it was ordinarily shortened to “the Acre,” and any cowboy riding into a town looking for excitement asked for it by that name.

The Fort Worth version started because of its location as a drover’s stop on the cattle trails to Kansas in the early 1870s and grew quickly after the Texas & Pacific Railroad came to town. The Fort Worth Democrat newspaper didn’t mention the district by name until 1874, but certainly, it was in full swing by then. At that time, the Acre was like most frontier red-light districts—a haven where whiskythirsty and women-hungry cowboys could find plenty of gambling, fighting, drinking and female companionship in the dance halls, saloons and bawdy houses.

By 1881, the Acre, originally limited to the lower end of Rusk Street, had spread across four of the city’s north-south thoroughfares: Main, Rusk, Calhoun and Jones streets, and covered 2 ½ acres. The lower boundary was marked informally by the Union Station train depot and the northern edge by an empty lot at the intersection of Main and Seventh. Throughout the 1880s and 1890s, the Acre attracted gunmen, stagecoach robbers, con men and more shady ladies.

Nearly every western town at that time had its famous madam, the one who managed to survive the longest and become a legend after her death. Denver had Mattie Silks, who swore she was never a prostitute. She became a madam, she said, strictly as a business venture. At 19, it’s probable that she was the youngest well-known madam in the West, and she certainly became one

Sunday, April 26, 2009

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Join Us for the 30th Annual Big Taste of Fort Worth benefiting Big Brothers Big Sisters. Celebrating 30 years of fine wine and culinary e xcellence, Enjoy sa mpling the gourmet cuisine of Tarrant Count y ’s finest restaurants.

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of the richest. It is believed that Silks’ operation was financed by a wealthy Kansas City madam. Historians estimate that more than $2 million passed through Silks’ hands during her career.

Amarillo had Ella Hill, one of the admired madams of the early West. Her dance hall and brothel were said to be the largest in the Panhandle. She ran a high-class parlor house and catered to wealthy customers. When the town decided to build a church, Hill donated a considerable amount of money. Every Sunday morning, the madam and her prostitutes attended church. If anyone in the town had a problem with it, they kept it to themselves.

San Antonio had Fanny Porter, the proverbial prostitute with a heart of gold. She befriended Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid, and Kid Curry, among other outlaw clients. She was known to be kind and fair to her girls and clients.

Porter was buried in a plot deeded to “Pearl Beebee,” another local madam. Porter finally got her own grave marker in January of this year. The inscription reads, “Call Me Madam.”

Of the top three madams who worked in Hell’s Half Acre, the least is known about Josie Belmont. She managed to avoid publicity except when she was rounded up along with Reeves and Porter. Selcer noted that, in 1884, Belmont was a boarder with a local woman named Frankie Brown, and by 1886, was running her own house on Rusk Street. Belmont operated her house for about five years before selling out to Porter.

Fort Worth’s most famous madam was Mary Porter, whose brothel at 1106 Rusk St. was still in operation in 1901. Historians often confuse her with Fanny Porter, since they both were cowtown madams around the same time, and they both operated in red-light districts called Hell’s Half Acre. Sadly there are no photographs of Mary Porter and no record of what she looked like. But she must have been an astute and hard-headed businesswoman to have survived that long in the business.

Porter frequently appeared in court for running a disorderly house, operating without a liquor license and vagrancy. Reportedly,

between 1893 and 1897, she had 130 offenses on her record with the county court, but never spent a night in jail. “Although her operations were brazen and clearly outside the law, she was practically untouchable,” Richard Selcer wrote. “On rare occasions when she chose to fight the charges, she could depend upon friends like Nat Kramer, the gentleman gambler and sporting man, to post her bond.”

Donna Donnell, a member of the North Fort Worth Historical Society, has long been fascinated with notorious personalities in Fort Worth history, particularly female personalities. After searching archives for two years, Donnell discovered a one-paragraph newspaper obituary that said Porter, 75, died June 10, 1905, and had lived in Fort Worth for 18 years. Her funeral was held at a Catholic church, and according to her death certificate, she was buried in Fort Worth’s historical Oakwood Cemetery. A cemetery official confirmed that

By 1900, most of the gamblers and dance halls were gone. New businesses and homes moved into the south end of town. Variety shows and prostitution had become the main source of entertainment. It was a time of reform in Texas and elsewhere.

After Camp Bowie, an army training camp that housed upwards of 35,000 men at any one time, was constructed on the outskirts of Fort Worth in the summer of 1917, martial law was enforced against the prostitutes and saloon keepers of the Acre. Fines and stiff jail sentences curtailed their activities. Two years later, even though the name continued to be used for three decades, Hell’s Half Acre had become a part of Fort Worth history. fw

Part of the research for this feature story came from books written by Richard F.

‘home’ back in Homelessness Putting

Housing first in city’s 10-year plan

t hose suffering / According to the Tarrant County Homeless Coalition, in 2007, 4,042 people were homeless: 29 percent are children; 30 percent are women; 39 percent are men; 16.5 percent are veterans; and 52 percent have some type of disability.

Stephanie Slusser was raped and impregnated by her father at the age of 14. “My mother chose my father over me and put me out. I had to learn to survive,” said Slusser, who since has lived under bridges and in the woods in homeless encampments. She bears scars from years of brutal rapes from strangers, is a recovering crack cocaine addict, a cancer survivor and a former felon. She had another baby while in prison. Stephanie is all of 38 years old.

Since September, she has slept on a bunk bed at Fort Worth’s Presbyterian Night Shelter. She receives disability income and insists that if she could find a low-income apartment, she could pay for it. “I’ve been to 10 different housing places and even though I’m off drugs, they won’t give me a chance because of my felonies,” she said. “The counselors here have helped me so much, but I want a life outside of here. I want my child. They (Child Protective Services) will not give him back unless I have a place to live.”

“When a person exits prison in Texas, they usually have no money, no state ID and very often no place to go,” said Carol Klocek, executive director of the Shelter.

“I have six letters on my desk that I’ve received this week asking for help upon release. Nobody likes to talk about ex-offenders, much less hire them or live next door to them. But at the same time, everyone expects them to lead changed lives once they get out.”

Like Slusser, who takes medication for depression and is recovering from cancer, people with disabilities and a felony face certain homelessness after release if they do not have family members or friends to take them in. She will continue to receive assistance through case managers, and because she is on SSI (Supplemental Security Income), she may be able to find low rent housing with a landlord who is tolerant of those with criminal backgrounds. But these individuals oftentimes wait in the shelter for several months or even years for housing opportunities to become available, Klocek said. And while Slusser waits, Klocek added, “she will be barraged by crack dealers in the neighborhood who constantly try to take advantage of people just like her.”

“If becoming homeless is a downward spiral of loss and bad choices, getting out of homelessness is trying to walk through a maze without a map or even breadcrumbs,”

Klocek explained. “I see men and women every day without hope—shoulders hunched over, each step a shuffle, no purpose in their gaze. In the East Lancaster area, the homeless know where to sleep, where to eat and where to find clothes. But hope is harder to find.”

Up close with homeless individuals on the streets and in the shelters of Fort Worth, there is a compelling sense of desperation to respond to each human need. The stark reality is there is a much bigger picture, a haunting realization that it may take weeks, months or years to provide answers for just one homeless person.

Poverty is the common denominator of the homeless, and in the shadows of the glittering downtown renaissance of Fort Worth, far too many are suffering because they don’t have a home. More than 6,300 men, women and children experience homelessness in Tarrant County each year—more than 4,000 at any one time, with approximately 85 percent residing in Fort Worth, according to the Tarrant County Homeless Coalition. The Coalition’s 2007 street count and survey report revealed a snapshot of the 4,042 homeless individuals: 29 percent are children; 30 percent are women; 39 percent are men; 16.5 percent are veterans; and 52 percent have some type of disability.

Economic costs to manage homelessness are in the millions of dollars; human costs are beyond measure.

i n search of a home / Stephanie Slusser, who has slept on a bunk bed at Fort Worth’s Presbyterian Night Shelter since September, said if she could find a low-income apartment, she could afford it, but leasing agents won’t lease to her due to the felonies on her record.

Combined, the public and private sectors spent more than $30 million managing homelessness during fiscal 2007 in Tarrant County, but just 1/3 of those dollars was spent to proactively end homelessness by providing such things as rental assistance, case management and job training. Approximately $20 million was spent reacting to the homelessness of around 1,200 people, through the fire department, 9-1-1 responses to emergency shelters, emergency room care, jail and mental health services. County systems including the John Peter Smith Hospital District, Mental Health and Mental Retardation (MHMR) of Tarrant County, and Tarrant County Department of Human Services and Public Health, to name a few, are extensively impacted as a direct result of homelessness.

leadership of Mike Moncrief has been critical, but he won’t be our mayor forever. We want to keep this program going. The level of commitment with which our businesses and nonprofits are working together is an amazing thing.”

United Way of Tarrant County added homelessness as a special-focus on its pledge cards, and Fort Worth has agreed to channel about $1.5 million through United Way. Those funds will be dispersed to agencies serving the homeless. Through United Way, WalMart committed $125,000 to the initiatives.

Until last year, Fort Worth was the largest city in the nation without a plan to end chronic homelessness. The City had spent zero local dollars on direct services or shelter for the homeless. In August, city council members and county commissioners unanimously adopted a 10-year Plan called Directions Home.

The Plan’s goal is to make homelessness a rare, short-term and non-recurring experience by 2018. The Plan calls for the collaborative and innovative effort from many organizations and individuals, local and state government, the business community, faithbased organizations, foundations, homeless service providers, volunteers, donors, landlords, employers, heath care organizations and the homeless themselves.

Cook’s Children’s Health Care System, JPS Health Network and the UNT Health Science Center are providing primary care and dental clinics, medical screenings, a case manager to work in the shelters and transportation to the medical facilities.

“In the east lancaster area, the homeless know where to sleep, where to eat and where to fInd clothes. but hope Is harder to fInd.”

Workforce Solutions’ Project WISH (Workforce Initiative Solutions to Homelessness), which gives career readiness training, including resume building at its eastside workforce center, has expanded its locations and training. At the end of 2008, the seven-week long workshop program resulted in 289 people becoming steadily employed, Thornton said. The workshop is held at six locations: Union Gospel Mission, Salvation Army sites in Fort Worth and Arlington, Presbyterian Night Shelter, Patriot House for Veterans and the Day Resource Center.

“What’s fascinating is how the business community has become involved in this whole effort,” said Otis Thornton, Fort Worth’s homeless coordinator. “The

Tarrant County MHMR officials are working to enhance its “Projects Assisting Transitions from Homeless” grant dollars to expand outreach and counseling to hard-to-serve clients through a street team that includes a former homeless person for peer outreach, a

professional clinician and a benefit specialist.

As a new partner in this effort to end homelessness, the city of Fort Worth is asked to make specific investments in housing, housing vouchers, centralized services and other key plan components.

“Unfortunately, the city of Fort Worth is a late-comer to the conversation on homelessness—a fact for which I hope you will forgive us,” said Fort Worth’s mayor, Mike Moncrief. “We have recognized that there is a role and a responsibility for units of local government to be engaged in this issue … it’s important for us, as representatives of local government, to not only talk the talk, but walk the walk. Fort Worth must be a leader, and more importantly, a major funder, of many of the initiatives in our 10-year Plan.

“To make sure Fort Worth puts its money where its mouth is, my city colleagues and I approved $2.9 million of new funding to support the Plan,” Moncrief said.

One of the major initiatives is to increase the supply of permanent supportive housing. To begin implementation, the city has awarded the Fort Worth Housing Authority $880,000. This funding will help provide rental assistance and supportive services to an additional 100 vulnerable households (the most ill individuals living on the streets and in shelters) in 2009.

The Directions Home Plan was researched and written by the Mayor’s Advisory Commission on Homelessness (MACH), which is comprised of 19 volunteers from Tarrant County, most from Fort Worth, representing businesses, neighborhoods, homeless service providers, the housing industry, the faith community, experts from the fields of criminal justice, mental health and substance abuse, and a formerly homeless person. The Commission studied what has and has not worked nationally, as well as the plans of approximately 50 other communities, and the specific requirements of Fort Worth and Tarrant County. The lengthy Plan includes a profound introduction:

“‘They’ is one of the most destructive words in our language. ‘They’—the homeless among us—are our neighbors. ‘They’ are part of ‘us’ and ‘they’ need our help. As the Plan reveals, ‘they’ include a shockingly large percentage of children and women, veterans, and the physically and mentally disabled. At the center of all the percentages, ‘they’ are homeless one soul, one family and one tragedy at a time. These neighbors of ours are trapped in a maze of homelessness. By helping them, we will help ourselves and our entire community. With all facets of this community working together, we have been able to revitalize downtown, recover from a tornado, welcome and house refugees from a hurricane,

A FAmily in need

mary Jane Smith went from being an accountant to a panhandler. She lost her home, her job and her family to crystal methamphetamine. Survival came down to holding a cardboard sign and begging for help at busy intersections. On a good day, mary Jane would make enough for her family of six to sleep safely at a motel instead of in the family’s sedan on a deserted street.

Unfortunately, there were more bad days than good, and her situation worsened. it wasn’t until mary Jane arrived at the Presbyterian night Shelter that things started to look up.

“my husband went to jail, my oldest son went to live with his dad and i had to give my two youngest children to my cousin who could take better care of them. it was the hardest thing i’ve ever done in my life,” she said. “But giving them up, coming to PnS and getting my life back in order was the right thing to do.”

mary Jane and her oldest daughter, Tamera, 27, came to the Shelter in 2007. The two were able to work at the Shelter as back desk attendants and helped with intake during the evenings. in 2008, mary Jane’s husband, Greg, joined them at the Shelter. it was at PnS where she decided to change her life for the better. mary Jane kicked her drug habit and swore never to panhandle again.

”Panhandling was just a band-aid,” she said. “it was just a quick fix to our situation but never a permanent fix. We were still homeless.”

in August 2007, after just seven months at the Shelter, Tamera was able to move out with the help of PnS caseworkers and Section-8 Housing, a federal housing program that provides assistance to low-income renters.

mary Jane and Greg followed suit in march, moving into an apartment through the Shelter’s Housing Solutions program, which offers assistance to clients who qualify for supportive housing.

Her road to success wouldn’t be possible without PnS staff and services, she said.

“There is no reason not to prosper here,” she said. “if you don’t get help through these programs, it’s not because you’re not offered help. it’s because you don’t want it. i am grateful for everything PnS has done.”

“One Of the reasOns peOple stay in hOmelessness is because they’re nOt welcOme anywhere else, Only with peOple whO share their plight.”

Triumph of a moTher’s Love

Karen Cobbs didn’t drink, didn’t do drugs and didn’t even swear when she was angry. her road to homelessness wasn’t paved with one bad decision after another—just plain bad luck and hard times.

The 37-year-old single mom lost her home after separating from her husband and suffering from depression. she and her three teenage boys; Christopher, 19; isaiah, 17; and steven, 15; bounced from relatives’ and friends’ homes until they ended up at presbyterian Night shelter’s Lowdon-schutts building for women and children.

The facility, the only homeless shelter in Tarrant County that allows teenage boys to stay with their mother, helped Karen regain control of her life, she said.

Karen was able to keep her job as a fulltime certified nurse’s aide and made arrangements with the shelter for her boys to be supervised during the day.

While it was difficult for her children to adjust to the shelter, Karen said, pNs staff members helped the boys stay focused at school and encouraged them to become involved in extracurricular activities. since coming to the shelter two years ago, her oldest son, Christopher, has graduated high school and is now taking classes at Tarrant County Community College.

Teresa holmes, program director for the women and children’s building, said Karen set a wonderful example for other homeless women because she never lost hope, worked full-time and was a great mother.

Through Karen’s determination and the pNs staff’s support, the Cobbs family moved into a three-bedroom house in september after living in the shelter for two years.

“it feels so good having a place of our own, and the boys love it,” she said. “i had a lot to overcome. i had two evictions and bad credit, and that’s almost as bad as a felony if you’re trying to get a house. But the case workers helped me through it all.”

build a motor speedway, a baseball park and a football stadium, dredge Lake Worth, move I-30 and begin to move a river. Working together, we can do this as well.”

“The homeless have names,” explained Commission Chairman Rev. Brooks Harrington. “The homeless are our neighbors. Most of us avoid the pain of encountering the homeless by blaming them or saying there’s nothing we can do about it. That puts them at arm’s length from us. People are homeless one tragedy at a time. They’ve been overwhelmed for multiple reasons: unemployment, physical disability, mental disability, economic problems, addiction and abuse, and they didn’t have a family network to fall back on. They find themselves in a position they never dreamed they’d be in—without a home.”

Harrington continued: “Statistics show that once a person has been homeless for a time, they begin to think of themselves as being homeless. They think of themselves as being worthless and that being homeless is exactly where they deserve to be. But more than that, they start losing the kind of social skills that enable them to get out of homelessness. Combine that with how hard

“a true sustainable city is one that promotes diversity of income levels within neighborhoods. that’s our vision. that’s where we’re headed.”

it is to get a job without a fixed address, a place to keep your belongings, transportation, having to bring your children with you, not having the money to be clean or being a felon. You get stuck in a trap. Nationally, it has been shown that this is not necessary. If we take the approach that is embodied in our 10-year plan, it will prove successful in getting people out of homelessness and dealing with the problems that cause people to become homeless to start with.”

The Directions Home plan is structured around seven strategies: increasing permanent supportive housing; expanding opportunities and services linked with accountability; developing and operating a central resource facility; coordinating and expanding homelessness prevention initiatives; supporting and strengthen-

ing existing public, private and faith-based efforts; mitigating the negative community impacts of homelessness; and leading, educating and advocating change.

“What’s happening is we are changing the verb with which we use to address the issue of homelessness,” Thornton said. “We’re moving from a service and public-sector culture that focuses on managing homelessness, to a community-based, business-oriented, data-driven effort that is focused on ending homelessness. Funding reactive systems is proven to be more expensive than funding proactive systems. It’s more expensive to leave someone on the streets or in an emergency shelter than it is to give them permanent housing and case management.”

ing care transitioning to life in an apartment out of the shelter and off the street. Counseling and health care services, learning social skills, how to manage money and job training have to be accessible for people to remain in housing and not return to the shelter.”

hope for a home / The city’s Directions Home Plan calls for 544 housing units dispersed throughout the city within six years and 1,088 within 10 years.

The Plan calls for 544 housing units dispersed throughout the city within six years and 1,088 within 10 years. “There’s no need for the ‘haves’ and the ‘have nots’ to be placed in different corners of the city,” Moncrief said. “There’s no need for separation. The decentralized, mixed-income model works. It’s a strategic change in thinking, and the city wholeheartedly supports this effort. A true sustainable city is one that promotes a diversity of income levels within neighborhoods. That’s our vision. That’s where we’re headed.”

“One of the reasons people stay in homelessness is because they’re not welcome anywhere else, only with people who share their plight,” Harrington explained. “It’s important to make people feel welcome in the wider part of the community.”

Included in the Housing Plan is access to supportive services, including counseling, job training and mental health care. “The importance of housing in a plan to end chronic homelessness is obvious,” Thornton said. “Without housing, a person is still homeless. But housing without services does not work. People need ongo-

Getting a job, renting an apartment or signing up for benefits is impossible without proper identification. The Plan calls for a “critical documents fund” to help homeless people establish a legal identity with social security cards, birth certificates and other identification. It also calls for chambers of commerce to recruit businesses to hire people with criminal records.

Another important strategic move is the development of a central resource facility, a one-stop shop where unsheltered and emergency sheltered homeless can access critical services for stabilization, transition, assistance and re-integration. The facility will be publicly funded and contractor-operated.

“The reason for the Central Resource Facility is that we recognize the importance of centrality for immediate access to health, housing and work,” Thornton explained. “These things happen during the daytime when people are awake, not at night while people are sleeping in emergency shelters.”

The Plan proposes re-entry programs for prisoners being released from state and county jails, as well as a mediation and referral program for tenants and landlords. In Tarrant County, more than 30,000 people were evicted from their residences in 2007. Evictions often lead to homelessness.

Directions Home also calls for a funding plan for services already available to the homeless, such as shelters.

For nearly 25 years, the Presbyterian Night Shelter in east Fort Worth has served Tarrant County’s homeless. The area’s largest provider of services to the home-

less, it is the only free emergency shelter without length-of-stay restrictions, and the only shelter that accepts mothers with teenage boys. The 5-acre campus includes: the Main Shelter for adults, the elderly, infirm and mentally ill; Lowdon-Schutts Building for women and children; Safe Haven for men and women with severe mental illnesses; and Patriot House for Veterans. The Shelter, which supplies meals, beds and basic human care to an average of 700 people every night and more than 5,000 annually, operates on a $3.9 million campus-wide budget, with only a small percentage subsidized by government sources. The bulk of the operating budget comes from individuals, foundations, corporations and local churches. The Lowdon-Schutts Building, which shelters, feeds and counsels 30 homeless women and their 70 children, receives no local, state or federal funding for its $510,000 operating budget. It is completely funded by private donations.

At PNS, there is only one caseworker for every 240 clients.

goodwill toward men / The Presbyterian Night Shelter, which supplies meals, beds and basic human care to an average of 700 people every night and more than 5,000 annually, operates on a $3.9 million budget.

out of homelessness in a relatively short time if they have a professional who knows the resources to help them. Also, there are a lot of people transitioning to life out of the shelter. So let’s draw that distinction. We need additional staff at our shelters and day resource centers, and we need additional staff to provide housing-based care. The Homelessness Plan will provide money for case managers to provide housing-based services for 200 households in the first year. I think that’s a serious commitment, and it would not have happened without the leadership of Mike Moncrief. This money is already in the budget.”

“we ended homelessness for 437 people last year, but more than 900 new homeless individuals sought refuge here.”

“Case managers make all the difference for people who are having a challenge getting out of homelessness and on their own,” Klocek said. “People who are elderly, mentally ill or physically disabled find ending homelessness on their own [to be] impossible.”

Klocek said there is a need for at least 18 more social workers. “As it is, we ended homelessness for 437 people last year, but more than 900 new homeless individuals sought refuge here (after finding housing for 437).”

“The shelter is the front door for the homeless,” Thornton said. “There are some people who will get

“We have significant hopes for the 10-year Plan, particularly in the creation of the Central Resource Facility and Permanent Supportive Housing for those who are not capable of caring for themselves, “ Klocek said. “As a community, however, we cannot afford to forget the emergency shelters and their continued need for support. While the future looks promising, today looks pretty grim for the 700 men, women and children who would have no roof over their heads without the Presbyterian Night Shelter.”

Moncrief said that ending chronic homelessness will not be an easy road. “For far too long, we’ve relied on local giving and the federal government to provide the majority of resources to address the issue of homelessness. But federal resources alone simply won’t cut it anymore,” Moncrief said. “New funding from our state, county and respective cities must be found to create a sustainable movement to effectively end chronic homelessness. There’s an old saying that a preacher friend of mine once told me—when you pray for something, move your feet.” fw

a mother’s love / Lakenya Jordan, 35, and her son, Ty Jordan, 11, have been homeless since 2007 and currently sleep in the Women’s and Children’s Building at the Presbyterian Night Shelter.

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at 70 + of Fort Worth’s Watering Holes

When contemplating a destination for drinks in Fort Worth, a guide is necessary to navigate through the options. Here we provide a snapshot view of some of Fort Worth’s best bars, be it Irish-inspired pubs or live-music lounges. Pull up a barstool and take note.

by Celestina Phillips

The

Ginger Man

(817.886.2327)

Celebrating its second anniversary in Fort Worth, this Camp Bowie pub pleases patrons with a cozy, uncrowded atmosphere that’s perfect for those who care more about beer than about being seen. Choose from more than 100 bottled beers and 67 on tap, including Real Ale Firemans #4 Blonde Ale, a current favorite.

A guide to fort worth’s best wAtering holes

8.0

(817.336.0880)

Featuring the patio of all bar patios, downtown’s favorite party stop is still packin’em in after 15 years. Live music bellows throughout Sundance Square from the 8.0 stage, where loyal patrons dance, sing and slurp down frosty “Blue Things.”

Aqua Lounge

(817.810.0830)

Far from a pub, Aqua aspires to be anything but. Doormen and dress codes keep this downtown Fort Worth dance club exclusive to dolled-up 20-somethings aiming to see and be seen.

Embargo

(817.870.9750)

Bringing a taste of Cuba to downtown Fort Worth, rhythmic Latin beats lure even the most timid to the dance floor. Or maybe it’s the refreshing, yet addictive, mojitos.

Lola’s Saloon Sixth & Stockyards

(817.877.0666)

After a successful year of bringing talented, edgy live music acts to Fort Worth’s Sixth Street, Lola’s owner Brian Forella (of the famed Wreck Room) opened a second location in the Fort Worth Stockyards in January. Lola’s Stockyards, located underground, features eclectic live music genres, from indie rock to country.

VIP’s

(817.335.1647)

With hardly the name recognition of most downtown area bars, VIP’s draws a surprisingly large late-night crowd. Located on White Settlement Road near University Drive, this unassuming hole in the wall attracts the blue-

collared, the retired and even the frat-tastic. The digital jukebox is popular, as are the tamales sold behind the bar.

Bent Lounge

(817.336.2645)

With three levels offering plenty of room to dance, Bent is all about service, be it cocktail, bottle or even hookah. While the regular crowd remains young and eager, Sunday nights now feature a cool, more laid-back karaoke scene.

Reata

(817.336.1009)

Home of the best view in Sundance Square, Reata’s rooftop patio features multiple level bar areas, twinkling lights and breezy scenery. The rustic western cuisine is far from bar food, but the tenderloin tamales and wild boar ribs pair wonderfully with a cold Shiner.

Fred’s Texas Cafe

(817.332.0083)

Look for this longtime local favorite to be featured on Food Network’s “Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives” this spring. With gold vinyl barstools bearing duct tape, plastic patio furniture and one mean plate of bacon jalapeño cheese fries, Fred’s is still a beloved dive despite the high-end developments surrounding it.

7th Haven

(817.744.8550)

Now in its third location, 7th Ha ven is more prominent than ever, boasting high-profile digs just west of Montgomery Plaza. The rooftop patio attracts a college crowd usu ally hopping from Chimy’s or Poag Mahone’s.

how to smoKe A CigAr

Cutting

The closed end (or head) of a cigar is the end that is put in the mouth. When a cigar is hand-rolled, a cap is put on the head to keep the cigar from unraveling and drying out. A cigar should not be cut unless it is about to be smoked. Insert the head of the cigar into the cutter and cut into the cap, usually about 1/16 to 1/8 of an inch down. Use a high quality, sharp cutter, as a clean cut will decrease the chance of the cigar unraveling, leading to an unpleasant smoke.

lighting

Use a butane lighter as gasoline-based lighters can impart a foul flavor to the smoke. Preheat the open end, or “foot,” by slowly rolling the cigar above the flame at an angle, allowing a tiny black ring to form. Do not allow the flame to touch the cigar. With the cigar in the mouth, draw while slowly rolling the cigar at an angle above the flame. Slowly spin the cigar to establish an even burn. If the foot is not glowing evenly, repeat the previous step on the appropriate side to even the burn.

holding

A cigar should be held between the index finger and thumb.

Ashing

The better the cigar, the longer the ash. It is not necessary to shake the cigar to make ashes fall

long as possible. Ashes that are too long obstruct the airflow and irregular burning can develop.

timing

To really appreciate the cigar, smoke slowly and do not draw too frequently, which will heat the cigar and could spoil the taste. Consider the amount of time required to properly smoke. A good rule of thumb is taking one puff per minute, which will take an hour or more to finish. If allowing an hour to smoke is not feasible, smoke a smaller cigar.

inhAling

Cigar smoke should not be inhaled. The high alkalinity and poor amount of nicotine will lead to coughing. A cigar’s flavor and body can be enjoyed without inhaling.

PAiring

A rich port or glass of merlot can pair wonderfully with a cigar.

finishing

When a cigar begins to let off too much heat and leaves an aftertaste in the mouth, generally during the last two inches, it is time to put it away. There is no need to crush a cigar like a cigarette; simply let it stop burning in an ashtray.

“I have made it a rule never to smoke more than one cigar

at a time.”

Pete’s Dueling Piano Bar

(817.335.7383)

Always a party, it’s nearly impossible to have a bad time at Pete’s. Talented pianists take the stage nightly on two baby grands, performing favorites from Eminem to ZZ Top, all while crowds clap, sing and drink along.

Chimy’s Cerveceria

(817.348.8888)

This Lubbock-based bar and restaurant has provided Fort Worth with a taste of Red Raider pride. The Texas Tech alums that run the place regularly host a fun crowd looking to watch the game, socialize and partake in some pretty potent margaritas.

Baker St. Pub & Grill

(817.377.9772)

Brother pub to Sherlock’s in Arlington, Baker St. caters to the masses, offering lots of indoor/ outdoor seating for big parties as well as quieter areas for intimate conversations.

Houston St. Bar & Patio

(817.877.4727)

The rooftop underwent a bit of a makeover this past fall, adding a long bar across the middle that changed the dynamic into more of a crowded club than casual patio. But guests can still lounge comfortably on off-nights and catch

well drink

a mixed drink that one does not specify the brand and is made from cheaper, house liquors

call drink

a mixed drink that one specifies or “calls” the brand of liquor and is usually more expensive

mixers

a non-alcoholic beverage that one mixes with spirits

chaser

a mixer consumed immediately after a straight shot of liquor

the covey

(817.731.7933)

Brewmaster Jamie Fulton brings pints of perfection to Fort Worth with his restaurant and brewery that attracts business professionals and TCU students alike. Enjoy a Vienna Lager, the 2008 World Beer Cup winner, or the brand-new hometown favorite, Horned Frog Ale.

games and UFC fights on big screen projectors.

Woody’s Tavern

(817.732.4936)

Mixing college football with live Texas country music has proven genius for this Bryant Irvin bar that holds a loyal TCU following.

Fox & Hound Pub & Grille

(817.338.9200)

With two levels of enormous TV screens, pool tables galore and bars with built-in checker boards, patrons can let the games begin at Fox & Hound.

Billy Miner’s Saloon

(817.877.3301)

Long before valet parking and red velvet ropes, Downtown Fort

Worth was known for Billy Miner’s Saloon. Enjoy hot dogs, sizzling burgers and french fries with your Jack and coke or salty-sweet margarita at this 26-year-old Sundance Square icon.

Poag Mahone’s Irish Pub

(817.332.9544)

Formerly Shamrock Pub, the bartenders now run this popular Seventh Street joint that draws quite the Horned Frog and Wesleyan crowd. Despite the Gaelic translation of the bar’s name (kiss my a**), the service staff is very friendly.

Ye Old Bull and Bush

(817.731.9206)

Let your dog tag along when visiting this authentic English pub, where darts and very dark draft

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boomerJack’s (817.810.2666)

beer prevail. The jukebox has plenty of Led Zeppelin, and fourlegged friends are always welcome.

J&J Blues Bar

(817.870.2337)

Since J&J’s Hideaway closed in 2008 to make room for new developments on Seventh Street, J&J Blues Bar has picked up some of its regulars. Those looking for blues, beer and barstools will be happy to make this comfortable tavern their new home.

The Mule Pub (817.732.5399)

Celebrating nearly 10 years in Fort Worth, The Mule Pub features

When the sun is out, the outdoor bar is full at BoomerJack’s on Seventh Street in Montgomery Plaza. Patrons can catch the game on multiple flat screens and nosh on boneless buffalo wings, all while easily checking out who’s pulling into the parking lot.

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wreck of a hangout has been charming guests for more than 40 years. While it’s nothing fancy, the Poop Deck draws a loyal TCU and neighborhood crowd.

The Aardvark

(817.926.7814)

One of Fort Worth’s favorite little live music venues has grown up. The Aardvark, the eclectic TCU area hole in the wall, now has a patio and even serves barbecue. Featuring some of Fort Worth’s best local bands, the “’Vark” has been home to regulars like Bowling for Soup and Flickerstick.

HALO

(817.923.4256)

Located on University Drive just a stone’s throw from campus, this TCU neighborhood dance club and lounge features a DJ spinning pulsating beats and cool drink specials.

Oui Lounge

(817.927.9209)

Bluebonnet Circle’s favorite lounge, the Oui is super casual, never fussy and will always provide for an inexpensive and not overly social night out.

The Moon

(817.926.9600)

Located on Berry Street, catch such bands as Me and My Monkey (a Beatles tribute) and Darth Vato at this TCU neighborhood favorite.

The Cellar

(817.923.6116)

A swanky TCU fave, famous guests decades ago included members of ZZ Top and George Carlin. Today, the Berry Street dive still hosts live acts and great jukebox selections.

These durable mugs can undergo an incredible amount of abuse and remain sturdy.

brandy snifter (5 to 25 ounces)

Despite the plentiful size of the brandy snifter, pouring more than a couple of ounces into one is discouraged. The globular cup is designed to allow the hand to warm the brandy, while the cup shape wafts the aroma into the nose while drinking.

Champagne flute (7 to 11 ounces) The tall, narrow shape keeps champagne bubbles from dissipating too quickly.

Cocktail or martini glass (4 ounces) Although martinis have been around for more than a century, the familiar triangular glass shape did not come into vogue until the 1950s. Since cocktails aren’t served with ice, the stem allows the drink to be held without warming its contents.

Collins or chimney glass (10 to 14 ounces) This tall, slim glass is ideal for summer drinks, and is often frosted.

Cordial glass (1 to 4 ounces) This glass is small and petit, making it ideal for sipping super sweet liquors.

h ighball glass (8 or 12 ounces) A standard for the traditional mixed drink, such as the Bloody Mary or a gin and tonic. A highball is any drink that combines alcohol and a mixer.

irish coffee mug (8 to 10 ounces) The handle makes this glass ideal for hot drinks.

low-ball or “rocks” glass (4 to 9 ounces) Also known as an “onthe-rocks” glass, this glass can be straight sided or barrel shaped.

sherry glass (3 ounces) Sherry glasses are the preferred glass for the presentation of aperitifs, ports and sherry. The preferred sherry glass is the “copita,” which features a narrow taper to enhance the wine’s aroma.

shot glass (1 to 2 ounces) This glass does not vary beyond a 1- to 2-ounce capacity, which is suitable considering the high level of alcohol consumed when it’s used.

red wine glass (8 to 12 ounces) Red wine glasses are generally wider and rounder than white wine glasses, allowing the wine to “breathe.”

white wine glass (8 to 12 ounces) White wine glasses are normally taller and more slender than red wine glasses.

balloon wine glass (10 ounces) A large wine glass with a very wide bowl that narrows slightly at the opening. The generous bowl allows the wine’s aromas to develop and intensify.

This brand-new, laid-back sports lounge on the first floor of the Omni Fort Worth Hotel is not another overpriced hotel bar. Whiskey & Rye is striving to be a neighborhood favorite for locals, offering great pint specials and inexpensive bar food.

nce you bite into a Kincaid’s hamburger, you never forget it. Because this is what a real, honest-to-goodness hamburger should taste like. It’s no secret why these burgers are so good. We use the finest natural Angus beef –ground fresh daily and never frozen. Hamburger America called Kincaid’s “a nearly perfect burger experience.” Drop by a Kincaid’s location soon, and we’ll serve you a hamburger to remember.

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GRACE

(817.877.3388)

Adam Jones, known as the city’s host for the unparalleled hospitality and services displayed in his restaurant, truly has set a precedent for restaurant bars and lounges alike in Fort Worth. Embodying a comfortable yet posh setting, GRACE not only offers guests modern American classic cuisine by Chef Blaine Staniford, but it also provides a stunning and spacious bar, featuring house-made seasonal cocktails with a separate menu for light hors d’oeuvres. And for the wine connoisseur, this downtown gem features glass-enclosed, temperature-controlled wine cellars, housing a selection of Old and New World wines. And when the weather permits, make your way out to the ever-so-swank outdoor terrace, now considered a nightspot to see and be seen.

The Library (817.885.8201)

Still one of the most popular destinations downtown, it seems everyone from college kids and 30-somethings to business professionals and the ghetto-fabulous all begin their night at The Library.

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Shula’s 347 (817.870.2700)

Named after Hall of Fame Coach Don Shula’s 347 career victories in the NFL, Shula’s 347 has won a title for itself as one of the most desired new hot spots downtown. With rich mahogany wood work, high-end flat screen TVs, pigskin walls, granite-topped tables and dark leather booths, Shula’s 347 exudes a sense of style and sophistication. Although the restaaurant is best known for its premium Black Angus Shula Cut steaks, this warm and inviting bar has become a favorite among socialites and business-types alike.

V Lounge at Eddie V’s

(817.336.8000)

The V Lounge, found in Eddie V’s new location in the Cultural District, offers unique specialty drinks in a warm, intimate environment illuminated by contemporary chandeliers. Nightly live music creates a pulse in the lounge while guests can choose from the extensive wine list with American and European vintages.

Where Dave, the bartender, knows everyone’s name. He and his pub are TCU icons, catering to college students for nearly 10 years.

Snookie’s Bar & Grill (817.207.0788)

The kitchen never closes at this popular TCU spot, which means patrons can order cheese fries or chicken fried steak at 1:30 a.m. if they desire.

Zambrano Wine Cellar (817.850.9463)

Sommelier Cef Zambrano left Del Frisco’s after 10 years to open this hot downtown wine spot in 2007. Perfect for special occasions, Zambrano’s features a great pairing menu, including one towering beefsteak tomato and mozzarella salad, and gourmet pizzas with melted fontina cheese and sweet red onion. Enjoy more than 325 wine selections and 50 by the glass.

Winslow’s Wine Café (817.735.6515)

West side’s chicest little wine dive, Winslow’s offers a very cool atmosphere for tasting and toasting. The brick oven pizzas are abundant with flavor, pairing perfectly with a bold red in the winter or crisp Prosecco in the summer. The patio is one of Fort Worth’s top “see and be seen” spots.

Byblos Hookah Lounge

(817.625.9667)

Fort Worth’s first hookah lounge offers more than 30 flavors of tantalizing hookah. The Lebanese bar is quite the hot spot, featuring hypnotic dance beats and a full bar.

Scat Jazz Lounge

(817.870.9100)

Swanky and off the beaten path, this jazzy joint is for grown-ups who love martinis and music. No flashing neon beer signs here, just dark wood walls, glowing candles and smooth live jazz.

Fuego

(817.377.4400)

This Camp Bowie bar and restaurant has one of the best patios in town. The outdoor oasis is completely covered and features a pretty fountain and fireplace. Formerly Tim Love’s Duce, Fuego is steadily building a name for itself, as are the Long Island Iced Teas.

The V Lounge

(817.348.9828)

Tower residents are regulars at this downtown lounge, located in the basement of The Vault. They have direct access from their luxury high-rise condos via an elevator that opens straight to the underground bar. Cozy and warm, The V Lounge is wonderful for intimate outings and great conversations.

M Lounge

(817.850.9900)

Choose a martini for any mood, including such flavors as wedding cake and extra dirty, at this laidback Foch Street find.

Piranha Killer Sushi

(817.348.0200)

Kenzo Tran created a sushi revolution in Fort Worth when he opened his trend-setting, contemporary sushi lounge in Sundance Square. Rolls are served until 1 a.m. on weekends, and the mar-

tips on tipping

A general rule of thumb is that a dollar for a single drink ordered should be left for the bartender. Larger orders should include a tip of at least 15 to 20 percent.

It is to the drinker’s advantage to run a tab with a credit card, since the tip can then reflect 15 to 20 percent of the total, rather than a dollar for each time a new drink is served.

Do not ask the bartender to run a credit card multiple times, as time is of the essence in a busy bar. Keep in mind that most bartenders do not enjoy simply being left change.

tini list, as well as Japanese beers, draws big crowds to the bar.

Michael’s Ancho Chili Bar (817.877.3413)

Catering to a local, more mature West-side crowd, the bar at Michael’s is home to established gentlemen who enjoy fine wine as much as a stiff scotch on the rocks.

pearl’s dancehall & saloon

(817.624.2800)

Touted as the home of traditional country, honky tonk and western swing, Pearl’s could be considered one of Fort Worth’s best-kept country music secrets. Enjoy free dance lessons and $1 top-shelf margaritas every Wednesday for ladies.

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Billy Bob’s Texas (817.624.7117)

Texas’ premiere honky tonk, Billy Bob’s still provides the best in country music, as well as occasional blues and classic rock legends.

Cantina Cadillac

(817.625.6622)

This Stockyards favorite is for those who love to dance, whether it’s to Alan Jackson or Outkast. Cantina Cadillac mixes popular country music with hip hop, attracting young cowboys and cowgirls looking for fun.

Filthy McNasty’s

(817.386.0170)

Originally opened in the Stockyards in 1978, Filthy McNasty’s was reincarnated on Exchange Avenue in 2008. Today, the bar serves as host to a variety of up-

Just whAt the doctor ordered

In years past, many patients were given Guinness to improve their health, including pregnant women. Studies have shown that a pint of the black stuff may work as well as Aspirin for preventing heart clots. The antioxidants found in Guinness are similar to those found in certain fruits and vegetables and are responsible for lowering cholesterol.

ingredients

The recipe for Guinness is a closely guarded secret. Barley, hops, water and

booger red’s saloon

(817.624.1246)

Located next to the Stockyards H3 Ranch restaurant, this tourist hot spot serves a taste of the Old West, complete with saddle barstools and Buffalo Butt Beer.

yeast are the key ingredients; however, there is still much mystery in the brewing process. Water that goes into Guinness comes from St. James’s Well in the Wicklow Mountains. It is the unique mix of nitrogen and carbon dioxide that creates the liquid swirl which separates the creamy head from the black body.

the Perfect Pint

How Guinness is served is almost as important as how it is brewed. Tilt the glass to 45 degrees and fill threequarters full. Set the glass aside until it has settled,

then finish filling the glass to the rim. Guinness should always be served at room temperature. The pouring process takes about four minutes, but drinkers of this No. 1 stout in the world know that it’s well worth the wait.

fun fAct

While Black and Tans (an even mixture of Guinness and Bass Ale) are popular in the United States, never order the drink in Ireland. Given Ireland’s history with England, you’re likely to never get served.

flying

(817.336.7470)

Home of the “BeerKnurds,” the Saucer keeps even the most astute ale enthusiasts busy, with 78 beers on tap and nearly 200 in bottles. An extensive menu goes beyond typical pub grub, offering bratwurst specialties and even beer and food pairing suggestions. Try aged Manchego with a dark Schwarzbier.

Stockyards, many folks end up at Neon Moon to end the night. On Saturdays, the bar is known for staying open until 4 a.m.

Longhorn Saloon

(817.740.9477)

The oldest existing saloon in the Stockyards is now one of Brian Forella’s establishments. The owner of Lola’s Sixth and Lola’s Saloon has added Longhorn Saloon to his repertoire. Forella promises the 90-year-old bar will maintain its Old West style, but expect edgy influences and a new “Lola’s vibe” with the bar’s relaunch.

White Elephant Saloon

(817.624.8273)

Home to live Texas country music

seven nights a week, the White Elephant is a Cowtown classic with a reputation for breeding some of the best musicians of our time.

Love Shack

(817.740.8812)

Offering cold beer, prime tenderloin burgers and live music on a multi-level patio, it’s easy to lounge around all day and into the night at the Love Shack.

PRs

(817.624.1477)

For more than 25 years now, young country music lovers have hit up PRs in the Stockyards to twirl around the dance floor, partake in bikini contests and drink plenty of Crown Royal shots.

Stockyards Saloon

(817.877.0666)

Live music, happy-hour specials and a whole lot of Wranglers and hairspray make the Stockyards Saloon a local favorite for country fans.

Rodeo Exchange

(817.626.0181)

Home to some of the best beer prices in Fort Worth, patrons load up and let loose on the dance floor with live music Thursday through Saturday. Free dance lessons are offered on Tuesdays.

Horseman Club

(817.361.6161)

A huge dance floor and impressive big-name Texas country bands

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Learn the main ingredients behind some of the most popular spirits, and enjoy the “manliest” of cocktails using each.

whiskey

A spirit distilled from fermented grain mash, stored in oak containers.

Manly Cocktail – Whiskey and Coke

Recipe – 2 oz. whiskey, 10 oz. Coca-Cola gin

A spirit made from grain and flavored with a mixture of botanicals and juniper berries.

Manly Cocktail – Martini

Recipe - 2 1/2 oz. gin, 1 1/2 tsp. dry vermouth, 1 Olive

scotch

Whisky distilled in Scotland, usually from malted barley, and broadly divided into two types: blended and single-malt.

Manly Cocktail – Scotch on the rocks

Recipe – 2 oz. scotch poured over ice in a lowball glass

VodkA

A clear spirit that is generally made from grain, but can be distilled from other starches such as potatoes, corn and beets.

Manly Cocktail – Greyhound

Recipe - 2 oz. vodka, 4 oz. grapefruit juice, lemon wedge or lime for garnish

tequilA

A spirit distilled from the agave plant, produced in Mexico.

Manly Cocktail – Tequila, straight

Recipe – Requires a smooth tequila made for sipping, served in a lowball glass at room temperature or slightly lower bourbon

A brown liquor made from at least 51 percent corn and aged for at least two years in white oak casks.

Manly Cocktail – Manhattan Recipe - 3/4 oz. sweet vermouth, 2 1/2 oz. bourbon, dash bitters and 1 Maraschino cherry brAndy

A single distillate or a mixture of distillates obtained from wine or the fermented juice of fruit.

Manly Cocktail – Sidecar

Recipe - 1 1/2 oz. brandy, 1 oz. Cointreau or Triple

Sec, 1 oz. lime or lemon juice, lemon wedge or twist rum

A spirit produced from the fermented juices of sugar cane, sugar cane syrup, sugar cane molasses or other sugar cane byproducts. It is traditionally produced in the Caribbean.

Manly Cocktail – Mojito (one of the manliest rum drinks, considering the spirit)

Recipe – 1.5 oz. rum, 12 fresh mint leaves, 1/2 lime, 7 oz. club soda, 2 tbsp. simple syrup or 4 tsp. sugar

draw big crowds to the Horseman. Regular acts include Roger Creager, Brandon Rhyder and Johnny Cooper.

Showdown Saloon

(817.738.4051)

If you’re a regular at Showdown, you likely have your own numbered mug hanging from the ceiling. Drawings are done each morning to award the owner of the lucky winning mug discounted beer all day.

Red Goose Saloon

(817.332.4343)

Known for its hard-core hip hop and shaky floors, the Red Goose provides a quieter, casual first floor and raucous, rowdy second floor.

Durty Murphy’s

(817.810.9575)

The name sums up this tiny bar, located on a very busy thoroughfare on Houston Street downtown. So small, Durty Murphy’s only has room for a few shot guzzlers at the bar and a cigarette machine in the back.

Paddy Red’s

(817.332.4747)

An Irish pub located downtown, the jukebox even features a few Irish tunes. There are more than 90 different beers offered, and because Paddy’s is never too packed, patrons can take their time choosing one.

Finn MacCool’s

(817.923.2121)

A Fort Worth South favorite, this old-world-style pub is cool, lowkey and has a more “young professional” crowd than college crowd.

Malone’s Pub

(817.332.5330)

Unpretentious attitudes are on tap at this Wesleyan School of Law choice for libations. Find intel-

lectual conversation and a very diverse jukebox.

Wine Thief

(817.535.6664)

Also located inside the new Omni Fort Worth Hotel is Fort Worth’s newest wine bar. Offering hors d’oeuvres for tasting and pairing, Wine Thief will add to Fort Worth’s growing list of wine escapes.

Conlon’s Pub

(817.698.9777)

Owned by Irishman Liam Conlon, this Irish pub on White Settlement Road may be the next big Seventh Street area dive. Located across from Angelo’s Bar-B-Que and Lambert’s, Conlon’s already has a loyal following that’s sure to grow, just as the developments around it.

Rick O’Shea’s

(817.877.3441)

The official pub of the Fort Worth Rugby Club, this Houston Street bar hosts live music every Sunday night and a jamming jukebox every other night.

The Fairmount

(817.420.9455)

Located on the ever-evolving, everso-eclectic Magnolia Avenue, The Fairmount is one of only a handful of venues offering live music seven nights a week. Artists are as diverse as they are talented, with genres including Americana, alternative country, rockabilly, bluegrass, folk, blues, jazz, rock, punk, classical, indie music and more.

The Chat Room

(817.922.8319)

Though a tad smoky, the “Chat” is known for its exceptionally friendly bar staff (who will ask your name and remember it), its inexpensive drinks and free Internet access.

Wednesday, April 22nd

Check-in and Cocktail Reception at Rivercrest 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 22, 2009, will feature four terraces, each with its own unique outdoor living space. Private trolley transportation will escort guests from Rivercrest 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. Chip Wagner.

Event Chairs:

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More than 2,000 guests gathered at Will Roger’s Round Up Inn to attend Fort Worth’s largest black tie gala, Jewel Charity’s “Jewel of the Nile” ball.

Bill & Gail Landreth

imagination celebration

Neiman Marcus Fort Worth celebrated the holiday season at a magical ceremony and unveiling of “Imagine That! Windows in My Imagination,” benefiting the children of Imagination Celebration.

1 Tim Todd, Ginger Head-Gearheart, Peter Schuette

2 Tim Adair, Marjon Zabihi, Mace Adams

& castles

Delta Delta Delta hosted Cookies and Castles, benefiting the Cook Children’s Medical Center.

1 Alyssa boone, Kaitlin Travis, Sarah Edwards

2 Jan Clinkscale, Amy brown, Cathy Taylor

cooks holiday brunch

The Women’s Board of Cook Children’s Medical Center gathered at the home of Jeanie Luskey for their holiday brunch.

1 Jeanie luskey, bobby Feather, beth Stevener

2 lou Martin, Grant Harris, Jude dainton

omni fort worth hotel

Hundreds gathered downtown to witness the monumental ribbon-cutting of the Omni Fort Worth Hotel.

1 Ed netzhammer, Mike Moncrief, rosie Moncrief, roger Williams, Patty Williams, o. S. Hawkins

2 Ed netzhammer, Mike deitemeyer, robert rowling, Mike Moncrief

Life’s Changing Moments

by Scott Sams, co-anchor of the CBS 11 News This Morning

There are moments scattered through your life at varying intervals. Moments that forever change you; moments that completely alter your perspective. Some are joyful, some terrifying. For me, there was a day two years ago that was both. It was April 23, 2007, my first day as the co-anchor of the CBS 11 News This Morning. I wasn’t terrified because I was on television; I’d been doing television for the better part of 30 years, and it had become second nature to me. But this day was different; it marked the end of one journey and the beginning of a new one.

You see, I lost my job at another station down the dial in September 2004. I was hurt, I was angry and I was scared. I would venture to say that more than a few people reading this right now can relate. Over the next year and a half, while I looked for a job, my wife, Lisa, and I both got rid of our cars. We borrowed a friend’s SUV to drive. We desperately tried to sell our house, and we did—just one day before the bank foreclosed. We also had to file for bankruptcy.

I’m not sharing this part of my life in a quest for sympathy … quite the opposite, actually. Unlike many people losing jobs today as a result of “reductions in force,” I brought a lot of the grief on myself, and I learned a lot about humility over the following two years. But that’s not all I learned. Today, as I get more and more of “those” phone calls and e-mails from friends and family (they may vary a bit, but inevitably they end with “If you hear of anyone who’s hiring ...”), I feel compelled to share a few things about searching

for a job that I picked up along the way. I hope they are helpful to you:

1) Be open to any and all opportunities. Before I came to CBS 11, I did some consulting work, sold some domain names, did some fillin hosting on the radio, and I eventually took a job anchoring a newscast in a much smaller television market. Each of these opportunities were different from what I’d been doing the previous 25 years, but they kept me going, and I gained so much from each of them. Your season of unemployment may be a chance for you to try something you’ve always wanted to do. Like the English novelist George Eliot said, “It’s never too late to be what you might have been.”

2) Take care of yourself. Trust me, it’s so easy to fall into the trap of staying up all night, not eating right or skipping workouts. But now, more than ever, is a time to practice healthy living. Do something good for yourself every day, even if it’s just taking a walk around the block. You’ll feel better physically, and you’ll be mentally sharper. Those are both very good things when you’re going on job interviews!

3) Don’t isolate yourself. It’s the most natural thing in the world to hole up alone (Lisa calls it “cave dwelling”), but that’s the worst possible thing you can do. Don’t be afraid to lean on others. If you are part of a corporate downsizing program that offers psychological and/or career counseling, by all means, take advantage of it! Participate in a small group at your church or join a special-interest

club of some kind … anything that affords you the opportunity to fellowship and network with others! A Bible study called “Experiencing God” by Dr. Henry Blackaby changed my life. There were seven men in our group, and three of us were without jobs. In addition to studying together, we supported each other, and that compelled me to work on myself—spiritually, mentally and physically.

4) Climb back up the mountain. One day when I was really down, a longtime friend, Loretta Littlejohn, told me, “God didn’t make mountains smooth on the sides. If he did, you wouldn’t be able to climb back to the top.” Believe that you can—and will—climb back up. Even though you may not take the same path as before, and you might stumble along the way, keep climbing. There were days I didn’t think that I’d ever get back up, times when I wasn’t sure if I would ever have joy in my life again. But now I do, and it’s a different, more satisfying joy than I ever imagined.

5) Be accountable to yourself and to the people you love. Those same people care about you very much, and they believe in you. That support, belief and encouragement are what buoyed me in my darkest moments … and ultimately, I have never felt so blessed.

As I embark on this third year of the rest of my life, thank you for letting me share my experience with you. I pray that your life will find a path that brings you joy, peace and fulfillment, wherever that might lead. fw

Saturday, May 16 from 3 to 9 p.m.

In the Champion’s Ballroom at Lone

Master of Ceremonies - Rebecca Miller

Auctioneer - Scott Murray Music by Johnny D and the Doo Wopps

Tickets $150 - Tables of ten from $1,500 For more information, contact Lee Koch at 817-735-5313 or lkoch@gs-top.org

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Liposuction not Just For Women

Q: Is men’s liposuction a common procedure?

Statistics available from the American Society of Plastic Surgeons show that cosmetic surgery is becoming increasingly popular with men. This growing interest reflects an increasing awareness of cosmetic surgery, as well as a general awareness in overall health care issues. Men are taking better care of themselves, and the result is a growing interest in cosmetic surgery. This growth in the number of cosmetic procedures performed on men will only increase as more men realize how these procedures revitalize and refresh their appearance.

Liposuction is the most common body contouring procedure for men. Certain areas of the male body are predisposed to fat storage, and despite a healthy diet and exercise, these disproportionate contours may persist. Typically, men experience fat deposits beneath the chin and in the abdomen and waist (love handles). Additionally, some men have disproportion ate size or excess localized fat in the breast area (gynecomas tia), which may also respond well to treatment with liposuction. Because men retain their skin elasticity longer than women and the areas beneath their fat tend to be firmer than those areas in women, liposuction is generally an effective procedure for males.

Q: Are all men a candidate for this procedure?

Other patients who may not be a candidate for liposuction are those who have lost a significant amount of weight. In these patients, the problem is more due to laxity of skin rather than residual fat. These patients will require excision of the loose skin in order to achieve adequate contour improvements.

Q: How might I plan a treatment and how much does the procedure typically cost?

First, make a consultation with a board certified plastic surgeon. At Accent on You, we’re board certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery, and we’re members of the American Medical Association, American Society of Plastic Surgeons, Texas Medical Association, Fellow of the American College of Surgeons and the Dallas Society of Plastic Surgeons. In the consultation phase at our practice, we will talk about the changes you would like to see and your expected outcome. Keep in mind that your age and health will play a role in the outcome of the procedure, and be sure to have realistic expectations. We will also talk in detail about the procedure selected for you and answer your questions. Be candid when discussing any questions or concerns you may have regarding the surgery, and make sure you feel comfortable with your surgeon and the staff.

target fat from other such tissues as nerves, blood vessels and connective tissue. We can then liquefy fat and remove it from the body, promoting smooth results and rapid healing with minimal pain.

Liposuction is the most common body contouring procedure for men. Certain areas of the male body are predisposed to fat storage, and despite a healthy diet and exercise, these disproportionate contours may persist.

When performing VASER Liposelection, we first fill the area to be reshaped with a special saline solution intended to numb the site and shrink the blood vessels. This minimizes blood loss and reduces bruising; it also fills the area to be treated, thus making it easier to break up the fatty tissue with. We then use a small probe, which transmits ultrasound energy. This sound energy fragments the fatty tissue on contact while leaving other tissue nearly untouched. A gentle suction process then removes the liquefied fat. This suction is designed to minimize damage to surrounding tissue.

Q: What is the recovery time?

Liposuction is not a weight reduction alternative, and this procedure is not performed to correct obesity. A majority of the abdominal contour in men is due to overall fat content inside the abdominal wall. The only fat available for alteration by your surgeon is directly beneath your skin. So if you are overweight with a rounded abdomen, you must lose this through diet and exercise. The best candidates for this procedure are those who are near their ideal weight.

Depending on areas of concern and the length of operating time, liposuction normally ranges from $3,800-$5,200. If you are interested in financing your procedure, a Patient Care Coordinator can assist you with the acceptance process.

Q: What are the details of the surgery?

Using ultra-sound technology (VASER Liposelection) to assist in melting the fat, these problem areas can be effectively contoured. The VASER Liposelection technique is less destructive to the surrounding tissues. It enables us to

Keep in mind that the days and first few weeks following surgery are important for obtaining optimal results, thus it’s imperative that patients follow doctor’s orders. Once the procedure is complete, you will wear a compression garment for a few weeks. This helps to control swelling and compress the skin to your new body contours. Most men are able to return to work in three to five days and resume all normal activities within a week after surgery.

* Dr. Y. Anthon Y nA k A mur A , m.D, F.A.C.S., P.A. Accent On YOu cOsmetic surgerY center And medicAl spA 817.417.7200 www.accentonyou.com

Child OrthOdOntiCs: dOn’t wait until it’s tOO late

Q: What is the right age to take children to the orthodontist.

While orthodontic treatment most often begins between the ages of 9 and 14, some orthodontic problems are easier to correct if they’re treated early. To have a smile that’s good for life, your child needs teeth and jaws that are properly aligned, in other words, a healthy bite. The American Association of Orthodontists recommends that your child get an orthodontic check-up no later than age 7. By then, your child’s teeth have developed enough to where subtle problems can be spotted with jaw growth and emerging teeth.

Q: If it appears that treatment is needed, what advice can your orthodontist give you?

Your orthodontist can advise you as to the ideal time to begin treatment and this gives your orthodontist the best chance to guide jaw growth, lower the risk of trauma to protruded front teeth, correct harmful oral habits, improve appearance and self-esteem, and guide permanent teeth into a more favorable position.

Q: What are some signs that the bite is not right?

It’s not always easy to tell when your child has an orthodontic problem. Even teeth that look straight may be hiding a problem bite.

Q: What are some clues that may indicate the need for orthodontic attention?

There are several things:

• Early or late loss of baby teeth

• Difficulty in chewing or biting

• Thumb-sucking

• Crowded, misplaced or blocked-out teeth

• Jaws that are too far forward or back

• Protruding teeth

• Upper and lower teeth don’t meet, or meet in an abnormal way

Q: Do all kids need orthodontic treatment?

Not all kids need orthodontic treatment. Your orthodontist will determine if your child needs treatment. But some kids just want braces because they are cool. I will inform the parents if I feel orthodontic treatment is not necessary.

Q: Can you explain some of the modern technology used to correct younger mouths?

For the 7- to 10-year-old age range, we use expanders which may prevent extractions of permanent teeth at a later date. These appliances gently widen the upper palate and lower jaw to make room for the teeth to erupt. They usually stay in about a year, and the appliance goes inside the palate. In the past the parent had to turn the expanders every month to make them effective, but today’s expander appliances are activated by a compressed spring. The orthodontist activates the spring every eight weeks so the parent doesn’t have to do anything.

mouth and removed once the thumb habit has been broken.

Q: Are there any preventative measures parents can take?

Yes. Get regular dental checkups. In many cases your dentist will inform you if there is an irregular bite and to see an orthodontist. The sooner you start orthodontic treatment, the easier it is to correct your child’s orthodontic problem.

Q: What happens after the braces are removed?

Once the braces are removed, the orthodontist makes a custom retainer for the child to hold the teeth in place. Nowadays, these retainers are clear, no big bulky wire, and the child only wears them at night.

Q: Will my child need orthodontic treatment again?

When it comes to braces, today’s appliances are much smaller, more comfortable and they are very low profile.

Q: Do parents usually bring in children, or are most orthodontic patients referred by a dentist?

It happens both ways: Dentist’s refer patients to us, and we have parents who recognize that there is a problem with their child’s teeth.

Q: What type of appliance do you recommend if a child sucks their thumb?

I recommend a few different options. We use a nail chemical that has a bad taste. If that doesn’t work, then I recommend a thumb appliance that is placed in the

It’s a possibility. Once your child has completed this first phase of treatment, we will monitor and evaluate the eruption of your child’s permanent teeth and make a recommendation at that time whether a second phase of treatment is necessary.

* dr. SHeila BirtH

OrthOdOntic SpecialiS t S 5407 Basswood Blvd., Ste. 107 Fort Worth 76137

817.348.0910

2011 W. Bardin Road Arlington 76017

817.557.0025

3060 Sycamore School Road Fort Worth 76133

817.370.0268

109 W. Renfro St. Burleson 76028

817.546.0770

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Fertility t reatments and m ultiple Births

Q: During fertility treatment the risks of multiple births are increased as we recently observed with the octuplets. What are some of these risks and how might multiple births be reduced?

Risks to babies born of multiple births include the babies being born too early, which is called premature birth. Half of all twins and 90 percent of all triplets are born prematurely. These babies may have a host of health problems, including difficulty breathing due to weak lungs. These children sometimes may also have blood vessels in their brains that bleed easily, and they may have associated health problems.

The use of fertility medications will produce more eggs than usual. As a result, you will need very close physician supervision. When fertility

drugs are used during treatment at Fort Worth Fertility, we monitor your cycle very carefully. In an effort to maximize pregnancy rates and minimize multiple births, my staff and I are intimately involved with each and every patient.

Q: As one of the country’s leaders in conducting single embryo transfers for in vitro fertilization, can you tell us a bit more about this process?

In order to reduce the incidence of multiple births, we strive to transfer less than two embryos when possible. Overall the number of embryos we transfer per patient is less than the national average. Nearly 10 percent of our IVF cases are intentional single embryo transfers. When couples have concerns regarding multiple births, they can transfer one embryo. Our incentive program offers the couple the opportunity to

transfer a single embryo, and if they are not pregnant and have other cryopreserved embryos, they can transfer the cryopreserved embryos at no charge. The only cost would be medications, which is nominal. The pregnancy rate for a qualified single embryo transfer at Fort Worth Fertility is approximately 65 percent. These patients have a near 80 percent chance of conception with a two embryo transfer, including a 50 percent chance of twins. If the patient elects for a single embryo transfer and uses a cryopreserved embryo, their cumulative chances of conception are approximately 80 percent. This program reinforces and demonstrates our confidence in our IVF program and in our desire to decrease multiple births.

* dr. robert a . KaufM ann Fort Worth Fertility 817.348.8145 fwivf.com

Fort Worth Fertility

Dr. Robert Kaufmann and his staff are dedicated to the practice of treating couples and individuals needing assistance with their fertility. In order to provide the best possible care to our patients we have put together an exceptional group of individuals with the common goal of providing the best care possible for all our patients.

Our Services Include

• IUI (Intrauterine Insemination) • IVF (In Vitro Fertilization)

• ICSI (Intracytoplasmic Sperm Injection) • Ovulation Induction

• PGD (Preimplantation Genetic Diagnosis) • Gestational Surrogacy

• Donor Sperm Insemination • Egg Donation including lower cost split donation • Tubal Ligation Reversal at the lowest cost in Texas

New TechNology AdvANces IN l AsIK

Q: What are the new advances to the iFS laser?

The iFS IntraLase laser system, as featured at Kleiman|Evangelista Eye Center, offers patients a more accurate procedure during creation of the LASIK flap, the first step in the LASIK process that allows surgeons access to the patient’s cornea for the actual vision correction. Its unprecedented speed and accuracy allows each patient a completely customized procedure tailored specifically to his/her individual cornea. This allows surgeons to more accurately deliver a LASIK procedure with the opportunity for optimal vision results.

Q: How is the iFS laser different from the technology you previously utilized?

The iFS IntraLase laser system differs from the previous FS laser system because of its ability to create the corneal flap at a speed previously unattainable. It also differs in that it allows the surgeons more control as a video microscope captures highresolution digital images of the cornea and features touch-screen magnification and optically projected, software controlled centration throughout the flap creation process. Our Blade-Free HD IntraLASIK procedure with the iFS IntraLase laser system also creates a customized procedure for each patient in the first stages of the LASIK process, which is important in achieving the best results possible.

Q: What does this mean for the patient as far as his/her procedure and results?

What the iFS IntraLase laser system means for the patient is a customized procedure tailored specifically to his/her individual cornea, offering more accuracy, greater speed, more control and ultimately the opportunity for better vision results. Because the iFS IntraLase laser system offers the LASIK process at a faster speed, it reduces already minimal discomfort during the procedure and during recovery as well.

* DaviD a. Kleiman, mD anthony W. evangelista, mD

Kleiman/ e vangelista

800.714.2020

lasiksurgery.com

Ide NTI fy INg AN d Tre ATINg gum dI se A se

Q: What is periodontal disease?

Periodontal disease, or gum disease, is an infection and inflammation of the supporting structures of the teeth. The disease occurs when harmful bacteria travel beneath the gum line and create pockets, which are spaces or gaps in the gums and bones around the teeth. Bleeding of the gums during flossing, brushing or a routine dental exam can be a sign of periodontal disease. The disease can be painless, so you can possibly have it without knowing, even if you have been undergoing routine dental cleanings. Early detection is important, since treatment is less invasive when the disease is less advanced.

Q: Does the disease need to be treated?

If left untreated, studies have shown that chronic inflammation of the gums can lead to the loss of teeth, which can affect the overall health of your mouth. More importantly, periodontal disease can contribute to such systemic complications as diabetes, heart disease and low term birth weight in expectant mothers.

Q: What treatment options are available?

If detected early enough, the disease can be simply treated by professional periodontal cleanings and the possible placement of a local antibiotic such as Arrestin. Patients with a more serious condition may require periodontal surgery. Regular scheduled maintenance following active treatment is important to minimize the reoccurrence of the disease. Since you could potentially have the disease and not know it, it is important that you consult with your dentist on the possible presence of periodontal disease and the potential treatment options.

* h. Peter Ku D.D.s. P.a Family and CosmetiC dentistry

3045 Hamilton Ave Fort Worth, TX, 76107

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Aches AN d PAINs

Q: My legs often ache. What might be the cause?

Legs ache for many reasons; it could be from narrowed arteries or the narrowing of the spine. If the pain is due to the narrowing of the spine, the condition is called stenosis, and the leg pain in this case is due to nerves being pinched at the spine.

Q: How do you distinguish between the two?

Doctors identify stenosis by checking pulses and by evaluating the quality of the pain. Vascular pain starts at the calf and feet and works its way up. Stenosis-related pain starts in the buttocks and thighs. As we walk, it spreads down our legs. Doctors evaluate stenosis through X rays and MRI.

Q: If I happen to be diagnosed with stenosis, what are my treatment options?

Once people are diagnosed with spinal stenosis, a spectrum of treatment options ranging from non operative to surgical decompression of the spine are available. Physical therapy can be used to try to reduce the symptoms. Doctors also use medication, which tends to work with mild to moderate stenosis. As the condition progresses, we typically use epidural steroid injections. Though they aren’t always effective in the treatment of back pain, they do help control leg symptoms. If surgery is deemed necessary, a laminectomy—a procedure where we remove bone and tissue that grows into the canal and compresses the nerve—is the best option. A laminectomy has an excellent safety profile and long-term recorded good to excellent results.

* Dr. marK KuPer Center For spinal surgery

817.735.9397

www.texascsd.com

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817.870.0556

www.hpeterkudds.com

e xcellence in e ducation

Q: What is the PEAK Rewards Program?

PEAK—Public Educators Accelerating Kids—is a pilot program in 15 Fort Worth ISD schools. It provides financial rewards for educators who show an exceptional ability to improve student achievement.

Q: Why is this a controversial subject?

Measuring and rewarding teacher excellence is a politically charged issue. The argument is that you are pitting teachers against each other in what should be a collaborative environment.

Q: So how is the Fort Worth ISD countering that possibility?

Teaching is a team sport. So we’re approaching strategic compensation the same way: We’re rewarding teams of teachers. Teachers in PEAK schools earn bonus pay by being successful members of four different kinds of teams: those who teach a particular content, those who teach at a certain grade level, those who teach content on a particular grade level and the campus as a whole. In this way, we encourage teachers to work together. Plus, we’re using a value-added growth measure.

Purchasing r ental ProPerty

Q: Is now a good time to buy rental property?

As you know, housing prices are down and rates are great. For the educated, long-term investor, this is a great time to buy long-term investment property. Few investors make money short term in residential rental properties, but long-term investors see the huge benefits this market has to offer. The Texas market and our local market have done much better than the rest of the nation for a number of reasons.

Q: Is it difficult to find qualified renters?

I started my business in the 1980s when market influences were regional instead of global as they are today. Every day the media tells us how bad things are financially, but there is some good news. In the rental market, we tend to do better in a bad real estate market because buyers suffer from a lack of affordable funds. The result is a larger pool of prospective tenants who tend to lease rental housing for a longer period of time.

Q: What is the real estate forecast for Fort Worth?

Q: What is the value-added analysis?

Traditional measures in education only look at where a student ended up at the end of the year. We think it’s as important to consider where a student started and how much progress he/she made as a result of high quality teaching ... how much value did the teacher add. This is a new but needed measure to really understand the important impact of good teachers.

Q: Is it working?

It’s a pilot program in a limited number of schools, and it’s only been in place since August, so we don’t yet know how successful it is. But we’re hearing some wonderful anecdotal information from our teachers. For more information, visit www.fwisd.org/PEAK.

* dr. Melody JoHnson

817.871.2000 fwisd.org

Fort Worth and Arlington are ranked nationally as least likely to experience severe home price depreciation in the next two years. Fort Worth is ranked fourth in the nation for real estate investing, the best place in the region to relocate families, the fastest growing Metropolitan area in the nation, and the fifth best city in the nation for jobs. Is it a good time to buy?

Yes, but remember ... location, condition and price will ultimately determine long-term profitability. A qualified, experienced residential property manager can be your best resource in evaluating investment opportunities.

* Marvin Tinsley PresidenT

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» bankers worth knowing

Finding the right bank or financial advisor can be a tough decision. That is why these area bankers want to tell you more about themselves, their proficiencies and how working with them will contribute to peace of mind for your financial future.

American National Bank of Texas

FIRM’S GREATEST PROFESSIONAL ACHIEVEMENT:

We have endured a constantly changing landscape since 1875, but one thing that remains steadfast is our long-standing commitment to our customers and our communities. Our history began by identifying customer and community needs and then serving those needs. So it’s no surprise to find your local American National Bank employee serving on the school board, participating with the chamber of commerce, or even sharing business advice with the local business community, because it’s who we are. FIRM’S BANKING PHILOSOPHY: To build loyal customer relationships, to empower and retain high performance team-oriented employees, to support our communities through involvement and reinvestment while living our values. Our values start with commitment, integrity, respect and leadership. COMMON FINANCIAL PLANNING ERROR: Not having a personal or business plan in place and not having a clear picture of what problems and roadblocks may occur. ANB helps people get on the road to financial safety by objectively helping them set goals and offering financial products and services to achieve them. FREE ADVICE: With the challenges facing our nation, never has it been more important for consumers and business owners to know the integrity of their

banker, the bank’s commitment to the community, and the strength of the bank and its leadership. While ANB is proud to share our story, we know what really matters is the customer’s story. We are committed to meeting our customers’ needs, while delivering the exceptional service they have come to expect. We are excited about our future and the achievement of the bold goal we have set for ourselves: Living our values to become the largest, privatelyheld community bank in Texas. At more than $2 billion in assets, we are well on the way to achieving that goal. CHARITABLE INVOLVEMENT: Establishing strong community ties has always been important to ANB, and we are very involved in a number of community organizations. Our Fort Worth president, Ray Dickerson, is also president of the Fort Worth Independent School District. Our trust department head, Bob Roten, serves on the board of the Ronald McDonald House in Fort Worth and the Ronald McDonald Children’s Charity Fund in Dallas. ANB is a strong supporter of the United Way, Meals on Wheels, Relay for Life and numerous local charities. PICTURED: (front, left to right) Matt Browning, Shirley Campbell (back, left to right) Ray Dickerson, Perry Ginn, H. G. “Skip” Leffler, Steven Wise. CONTACT INFORMATION: 800.837.6584, anbtx.com.

Comerica Bank

FIRM’S BANKING PHILOSOPHY: For 160 years, Comerica has applied a prudent, proven approach to banking that emphasizes strength, stability and the creation of long-term customer relationships. As the largest Texas-based bank, Comerica continues to receive strong ratings from Moody’s and Standard & Poor’s and (unlike many of its large competitors) has never participated in any subprime mortgage programs. Comerica has also gained an unrivaled reputation as a leading bank for businesses, and its lenders provide a wealth of experience across a broad spectrum of industries. AWARDS/HONORS: No. 1 pre-paid commercial card issuer in the Nilson Report, No. 9 among bank holding companies with the most commercial and

industrial loans in American Banker, 2008 DiversityInc “Top Companies for Diversity”—Noteworthy List. CHARITABLE INVOLVEMENT: Comerica is dedicated to improving the communities where it does business. The company is involved with a large number of charitable organizations and civic causes across Texas, and will place a special emphasis on financial literacy efforts in 2009. PICTURED: (left to right) Robert Beardsley, Retail Banking Center Manager; Don Hellman, Business Banking Manager; Chuck Gummer, Texas Market President. CONTACT INFORMATION: Dallas: 1717 Main St., Dallas 75201. Fort Worth: 421 West 3rd St., Ste. 600, Fort Worth 76102. 817.338.7700, Fax 817.338.7710. WEB SITE: comerica.com.

Intrust Mortgage, Inc.

CONCENTRATION: Residential lending, Conventional, FHA, VA, Jumbo. ACCREDITATION: VA Direct Lender, FHA Direct Endorsement Lender. AWARDS/HONORS: Top 10 Mortgage Lenders by Texas Monthly magazine. PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIPS: Fort Worth Mortgage Bankers, Fort Worth Chamber of Commerce, Better Business Bureau, Texas Mortgage Banker, Northeast Arlington and Fort Worth Board of Realtors. GREATEST PROFESSIONAL ACHIEVEMENT:

Assembling a team of professionals with a wealth of knowledge and years of experience, each with a true heart to serve people. WHY CHOOSE US: We have an experienced team, in-house processing, underwriting and closing. We promise to treat every loan as if it were our own. MOTTO: Intrust Mortgage—Building Lasting Relationships One Person at a Time. FREE ADVICE: Choosing a mortgage lender is really all about trust. Rates

and fees are typically similar, so your focus should be on the knowledge and dependability of your lender. CHARITABLE INVOLVEMENT: Women’s Haven, Union Gospel Mission, Habitat for Humanity and Susan G. Komen. PICTURED: Our Fort Worth team: (front, left to right) Troy Fore, Tammie J. Harding (back, left to right) Betsy Gutierrez, Steve Harding, Steve Miller, Lisa Segelquist, Mary Kay Hughes. CONTACT INFORMATION:

4200 S. Hulen St., Ste. 410, Fort Worth, Texas 76109. 817.735.1005, Fax 817.735.1008.

6605 Precinct Line Road, Ste. 200, North Richland Hills, Texas 76180. 817.427.1080, Fax 817.427.9384.

12900 Preston Road, Ste. 1050, Dallas, Texas 75230. 972.239.5326, Fax 972.239.5378.

WEB SITE: intrustmortgage.com.

LegacyTexas Bank

CONCENTRATION: Our network of 20 branches throughout the Dallas/Fort Worth Metroplex offers a full slate of convenient, business/retail services including online banking, remote deposit capture and lockbox services. FIRM’S BANKING PHILOSOPHY: “A Wide Open Range of Possibilities” best summarizes the offerings and attitude of the bank. The bank will bring to bear a local perspective, a global vision and a can-do attitude that are unique to a bank with the North Texas roots and experience of LegacyTexas Bank. INNOVATIVE APPROACH: The primary competitive advantages of LegacyTexas Bank are the ability to respond quickly to the needs of customers and to serve them within relationships that are lasting and dependable. Both are the result of long-term majority family ownership and

management. WHY CHOOSE US: For 46 years, we have been a reliable banking resource for North Texas families and businesses and are one of the strongest and largest locallyowned banks in Texas. Management decisions are made right here in North Texas, and service affiliates are active in residential mortgages, property and casualty insurance, and title insurance.

CHARITABLE INVOLVEMENT: Junior Achievement, Cowboy Santas, Catholic Charities, Camp Summit and North Texas Food Bank. PICTURED: (front, left to right) Lea Ann Capel, Stan O’Neil (back, left to right) Gayland Lawshe, Jeff Williams, Alice Anne Brown, Mike Randall. CONTACT INFORMATION: 100 Throckmorton St., Ste. 1510, Fort Worth 76102. 817.287.5726. WEB SITE: legacytexas.com.

Meridian Bank Texas

CONCENTRATION: Business banking, real estate, and oil and gas lending. PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIPS/ AFFILIATIONS: The bank is a Texas State Chartered Bank and a member of the FDIC. Affiliations include the TBA, the ICBA, the FHLB and the ABA. GREATEST PROFESSIONAL ACHIEVEMENT: We are a de novo that opened in February, 2007 and within two years have grown to almost $200 million in total assets. FIRM’S BANKING PHILOSOPHY: We believe strongly in an active and highly consultative approach to relationships, hence our slogan, “Our experience, Your direction.” COMMON FINANCIAL PLANNING ERROR: Making decisions based on near term expectations rather than long-term

objectives. WHY CHOOSE US: We have an excellent staff of commercial bankers who have years of experience in our local markets. This experience coupled with an understanding of our clients’ needs helps us provide timely solutions for clients where other banks may hesitate. FREE ADVICE: “Find a banker that you can depend on and who is truly committed to your success.”

PICTURED: (front, left to right) Glenn Monroe, Bruce McNeil (back, left to right) Cliff Keiser, Greg Stuteville, John Van Son, Ben Joyner, Frank Windegger. CONTACT INFORMATION: 100 Lexington, Ste. 100, Fort Worth, Texas 76102. 817.334.4600, Fax 817.810.0272. WEB SITE: MeridianBankTexas.com.

Park Cities Bank - Fort Worth

CONCENTRATION: The mission of Park Cities Bank is to deliver the highest quality service, on a timely basis, to assist our clients and customers in achieving their financial goals. Our long-term expertise in energy, commercial, real estate and wealth management allows us to provide a complete range of banking services to our clientele in a community setting.

PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIPS: TBA, ABA, CSBS.

GREATEST PROFESSIONAL ACHIEVEMENT: Chartered as an independently owned, community bank in August 2000, Park Cities Bank has quickly become one of the largest independent community banks in the Fort Worth and Dallas area, providing a sophisticated range of products and services to clients and

customers. CHARITIBLE INVOLVEMENT: The Texas CAN Academy, Lena Pope Home, Fort Worth Museum of Science & History, Habitat for Humanity, National Cowgirl Museum and Hall of Fame, Junior Achievement. FREE ADVICE: Every one of us has been blessed with a unique talent or gift. Make a commitment now to give something back to the community in which you live or work. We’ll all be better off for it. PICTURED: (front)

CONTACT INFORMATION: 4255 Camp Bowie Blvd., Fort Worth, Texas 76107. 817.570.6000, Fax 817.570.4348. WEB SITE: parkcitiesbank.com.

Sterling Bank

CONCENTRATION: Since 1974, Sterling Bank has been a leading provider of financial services for business owners and their employees and families. PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIPS/ AFFILIATIONS: Independent Bankers Association of Texas, Texas Bankers Association. GREATEST PROFESSIONAL ACHIEVEMENT: 35-year history of support for our client in the markets we serve. FIRM’S BANKING PHILOSOPHY: The bank’s hallmark is personal service, including access to decision makers at each office. We have a very flat organization and a “hands-on” approach. COMMON FINANCIAL PLANNING ERROR: Making choices solely by terms/pricing. Many times what seems to be the best deal is great in the short run but not when the market changes. Those financial institutions that are not

fully committed begin to look for ways to exit their relationships. WHY CHOOSE US: At Sterling, our bankers work to become advocates for our clients far beyond the bank’s services. We strive to arrange strategic introductions that sometimes include accountants, lawyers, potential clients, or prospective employees. CHARITABLE INVOLVEMENT: March of Dimes, Special Olympics of Texas, American Cancer Society, PBS, Boy Scouts of America, United Negro College Fund, SIFE, Union Gospel Mission, Ronald McDonald House. PICTURED: (front, left to right) Twana Kent, Angela Duwe (back, left to right) Jeremy Foster, Byron Pascoe, Ron Schneider, Cynthia Colburn, Robert Humphreys. CONTACT INFORMATION: 817.870.1908. WEB SITE: banksterling.com. Member FDIC

March Madness

This month marks the last year of my 30s. Yes, that’s right. It’s my last hoorah before turning 40. The big 4-0. Four decades since my birth. Also known as “The New 30.” I’m sorry, but I don’t want to relive my 30s. Been there, done that. I’m looking forward to this new decade. I’ve heard 40 is fabulous. And frankly, I choose to believe that. But it doesn’t matter whether I want to face my 40s or not, it’s inevitable. I’ll be there exactly 12 months from now. So, in celebration of my birthday month, I thought I would share some things I’ve learned about little ole me.

Recently, I’ve noticed a black hair (just one) growing out of my chin. The first time I showed it to my husband he shrieked in horror and yelled out, “You should really see someone about having that thing lasered off.” I was like, “For one hair? Seriously? Isn’t that a little much?” I don’t think it’s that bad. In fact, I think it’s kind of cute. Besides, it takes all of three seconds to pluck that sucker out of my chin. So really, it’s no problem. It also reminds me of visiting my great-grandmother in the nursing home before she passed away in 1986. I was just a teenager then and would go with my Mimi to visit her. We would always give her a good, clean shave. That’s the first time I realized that old women grow beards, too. Awe, memories.

In addition to the one black hair, I now have a zit that pops up on my chin every three weeks or so. At first, I was horrified. I tried squeezing it, putting cream and ointment on it, heck, I even dabbed it with a little Clorox bleach. But nothing worked. Now I’ve come to realize that it’s here to stay. I’ve even given him a name, Steve. I consider him my fifth child and have grown quite fond of him. He doesn’t ask me for money, a ride or roll his eye at me (he only has one, poor baby). And like the one black hair, my husband is not so fond of Steve. He usually makes a face and asks, “Aren’t you going to cover that thing up?” Poor Steve. Rejected by his father. He will surely need therapy.

Also in my older age, I’ve noticed my intolerance for things like improper toilet paper installation. Really, this should not even be an issue. Every person on the planet who uses toilet paper should be taught the correct way to place it on the holder. It’s a fact that toilet paper should be installed with the paper coming off the top, not underneath. I will change it at my house (this better not be happening at my house!), your house

by Shauna Glenn

and at Olive Garden. Any place where it’s not locked is fair game. Side note: Why is it locked in some places—to mess with freaks like me? To spit on the very principle I stand on? Yes, I know this seems out there and maybe even a little whacked out, but all I’m asking is that you install the toilet paper correctly. Is that too much to ask?

I’ve also grown bitter about a few other things. Like the fact that I can’t do the splits anymore, or that I’ve

never been able to make that hot dog thing with my tongue when everyone else in my family can. I’m upset that George Clooney has never fallen in love with me. Oh, about that. I think George Clooney is the sexiest man on the planet. And if he ever calls me and tells me he feels the same way about me, I’m leaving my husband and moving to Italy to be with him. Don’t worry, my husband is fully aware of my intentions and even wished me good luck right after he stopped laughing. Seriously, he went on for 10 minutes. I thought the guy was going to keel over from a heart attack. I didn’t know what was so funny; I could so be with George Clooney. He’s just never made it to Fort Worth before. But if he does, my husband better watch out because George will be all “Where have you been all my life—and is that a hair growing out of your chin?” Maybe I will rethink the whole lasering it off thing. Anyway, I’m also extremely upset that the “freckles” on my hands turned out to be age spots, and that to really look young again, you have to inject your face with poison! George, are you listening? If so, I don’t really have age spots and wrinkles, but I’m afraid the chin hair part is true. OK, all of it is true. But I’m totally cute, I promise (wink, wink).

This column chronicles the adventures of a fictionalized character, is intended for comic relief only and should not be perceived as providing advice on parenting or marriage.

One thing that’s come up since I’ve begun to grow

older is kind of embarrassing. But whatever, I’ll just say it. I mean really, what’s worse than admitting I’m growing hair out of my chin? So, here it is. I’ve noticed that recently, I tend to be (how do I say this?) quite gassy most of the time. I know, it’s completely disgusting. But it’s true. I spend most of my time trying not to … you know. But there is some good news about my little problem. Just the other day I read that really gassy people tend to have low blood pressure. So … there’s that, right? I’ve added a food group to my diet. It’s called Pinot Grigio. In fact, people have come to know me by that. I walk down the street and someone will yell out, “Hey there! Aren’t you the girl who lives every day for 5 o’clock?” And I’m like, “Yep, that’s me!” while pointing to my watch. They call me a winehead, a connoisseur, a lush, and that’s just my family. Man, do I love me some wine. People will also ask, “How do you do it? How do you have four kids and look so calm and rested?” I’ll remind them, “A bottle of wine a day, keeps insanity away.” They just smile and nod and give me the thumbs up. I love helping people. So basically, what we’ve learned is that I’m growing to be a bitter, old bearded lady with toxic-filled pores and connect-the-dot hands, who clearly has gas issues. Not to mention, apparently I’m an obsessive toilet paper placement wino who may or may not be stalking George Clooney. Does anyone see a problem here? Me either. In fact, I would say I’m completely adorable. Don’t you think? Oh well, Happy Birthday to me! fw

Shauna Glenn of Fort Worth, mother of four, can be contacted at shaunarglenn@gmail.com. Her first novel, Heaping Spoonful, is in bookstores now.

Safety in Style

Safe City Commission Inc. hosts its first-ever Safe City Ball to raise support and awareness of crime prevention. by

Diana Bloxom

Michael mceachern, 17, and his friend katy nesbit,16, were both shot and killed in august 1995. Two lives tragically lost over a mere car stereo. Michael’s mother, Brenda O’Quin, explained that her son and his friend were shot to death behind Bell Helicopter in Tarrant County by two fellow juveniles, ages 18 and 15, who wanted to steal the stereo. Though O’Quin had worked in juvenile services before, she said that her son’s death certainly influenced her career path. “Sometimes we are so isolated we don’t even realize this goes on … we all think we are immune … but we need to do something because I’m an example of what can happen if you don’t,” she said.

O’Quin decided to do a lot. She has made numerous contributions including serving on the State Advisory Board of Fight Crime, Invest in Kids, as well as on the board of National Crime Victims in Action. She is also a founding member of the North Texas Chapter of Parents of Murdered Children. In 1997, O’Quin joined the Crime Prevention Resource Center when she contracted to coordinate a Juvenile Violence Task Force. She has served as the Prevention Coordinator for Safe City Commission Inc. since its inception in 2005.

Originally implemented in 1980 by the Fort Worth Chamber of Commerce as a Special Committee on Crime, Safe City Commission Inc. has developed into a community-wide operation. After collaborating with a TCU marketing class to develop a marketing plan for the agency, the board changed the name from Citizens Crime Commission of Tarrant County to Crime Prevention Resource Center in 1998. As a program administered by CPRC, Safe City joined with the independent nonprofit Fort Worth Bike Patrol Citizens Support Group after the CPRC dissolved in March 2005.

The pair created the Safe City Commission under the leadership of current board chair, Joel Glenn. In April 2005, the commission established a contract with the City of Fort Worth and became the umbrella crime prevention organization.

Though the name of the commission has evolved throughout the years, the staff’s efforts to provide education and awareness on preventing violence within the community remain constant. A large part of those efforts concentrate on cultivating a culture of nonviolence among city youth.

In fact, the first new initiative instituted under the commission’s current title was a gang prevention program called Bright Futures, a 10-week program that was first completed in the spring semester of 2005-2006 with students from William James Middle School. Another program offered by the commission in partnership with the FWISD is the Imagine No Violence program, which features an art contest in which more than 20,000 Fort Worth students participate annually.

Some of the contestants’ artwork will be seen at the first-ever Safe City Ball on March 7. Ken Shetter, executive director of the commission, said the “elegant and fun event” will be held at the new downtown Omni Fort Worth Hotel. Shetter explained that the evening will include an auction of favorite artwork from previous No Violence contests, as well as the grand-prize judging for the 2008-2009 contest.

Guests at the ball will vote electronically for their favorite artwork in a middle school and high school division, and the two winners will each receive a trip to Disney World. The proceeds from the auction will go to support the various programs of Safe City Commission Inc., particularly a new program being launched to counsel kids who have witnessed violence. “When a child witnesses violence, they are more likely to commit violence in the future” said Shetter, as he spoke on the importance of the new program. According to Shetter, the Amon G. Carter Foundation is funding the grant for this “huge need.”

Country music artist Randy Travis will provide the entertainment at the ball. Shetter said the organization wanted “someone for the first ball who by their very nature is consistent with [the agency’s] mission to reduce and prevent crime.” Safe City Commission Inc. is the umbrella crime prevention agency, and their efforts promise sunnier skies for Fort Worth residents. fw

The Heart of Compassion is Passion

Kay and Ben Fortson

Honorary Chairmen

Lisa and Ben J. Fortson, III

Dinner Chairmen

THE 2009 HEART BALL

May 9, 7:00 TO Midnight Omni FORT WORTH Hotel

For more information, contact Mary-Jane Stephenson at 817-698-5432 or maryjane.stephenson@heart.org Heart Society Champion DADS Advisory Fund – Debbie Viragh-Casias Sponsors

Texas Health Resources, Cook Children’s Medical Center, Omni Fort Worth Hotel, Aetna Foundation, Bates Container, Baylor Regional Medical Center at Grapevine, Dr. and Mrs. Robert Capper, J.P. Morgan Chase Bank, N.A., Lockheed Martin Aeronautics Company, Lockheed Missiles and Fire Control, Ty and Tammy McKinney, Texas Christian University, Glenda Wilson Media Sponsors

and the Fort Worth,Texas

Weird Science

The Mad Scientist Ball brings guests back to their childhoods while raising funds for educational programs. by

Katie Martinez

Fort worth’s philanthropic community leaders have been to their fair share of black-tie fundraisers, but the Fort Worth Museum of Science and History’s Mad Scientist Ball is a night unlike any other.

This non-traditional gala is celebrating its fifth anniversary this year with the very groovy Peace, Love and Science party, a chance for grown-ups to let loose and relive the wonderment of science experienced by generations of kids who have found that science and history can be fun. The annual galas raise money for the museum’s many educational programs and include gourmet cuisine and top-notch entertainment that many would expect at such an event; but aside from that, the only thing guests have come to expect is the unexpected.

Every year, the event celebrates a different theme, and attendees are invited to dress in costume. Previous years’ events have brought out fabulous rock stars and mad scientists, but this year’s hippy chic is arguably the coolest. The most unique aspect of the night, though, is the hands-on science experiments. Whether it’s lying on a bed of nails, experimenting with a Van de Graaff static electricity generator or getting hands-on with gravity wells and pendulums, everyone is sure to have an exciting evening.

Attended by as many as 600 people each year since 2004 when community leader Carter Martin founded it, the gala is the museum’s main fundraising event. Proceeds from ticket sales, donations and auctions make possible a variety of community and school-based educational programs for kids, families and educators throughout the year.

Since the museum is currently under construction, it has been offering many community-based outreach programs through schools and communities, bringing the museum to the kids, said Carl Hamm, senior vice president for development and marketing. Other community programs include educator training, where teachers can get cool new ideas for engaging their students. The funding also helps the museum school, which, for 60 years, has stimulated the imaginations of Fort Worth’s youth with fun educational programs. The museum school offers Saturday classes for children in kindergarten through sixth grade and a preschool program for ages 3 to 5.

Kit Goolsby, vice president of education at the museum, said that having been founded by community leaders who were also teachers, the museum maintains a faithful dedication to lifelong learning and attracts more than 100,000 area kids, their families, classrooms and communities who participate in one of the many community-based programs the museum offers.

When the museum’s new campus opens in late 2009, there will be a brand new 6,000-square-foot learning space with six classrooms and open learning studios. Goolsby said that the area could have been used for exhibit space, but instead, the museum decided to really enhance and expand the learning center. “I think it is something that museums around the nation are going to be paying attention to,” she said. “It is a brand new phenomenon for us, and we are really excited about it.”

For now though, students of the museum school are meeting in portable buildings near their future location, but they are still having a blast. This month, some of the students are studying wormology, an up-close examination of everything kids ever wanted to know about the earthworm. Others are having fun in the fizz factory, conducting fizzling scientific experiments and learning about carbonation, suspension and gasses.

The new museum will be an impressive 115,000 square feet with a landscaped plaza that opens to the National Cowgirl Museum and the Will Rogers Memorial Center. The newly upgraded Omni Theater, now an IMAX dome, adds another 18,000 square feet. Goolsby said that the state-of-the-art facilities are going to welcome more people than ever into the museum, but that ticket sales alone aren’t enough to support the educational programming that the community knows and loves. “Like many nonprofit organizations, there is no way we could operate without the generosity of others,” she said. “I am always amazed by and grateful for all the people who make these programs a success.” fw

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5 Things to Consider When Buying a Home

Looking for a new home, or even your first home? Before you begin the search, take into consideration these things:

1. location, location, location: Make sure the neighborhoods you choose are easily accessible to schools, work, shopping, dining and other family activities.

2. separate require and desire: Define what you need (number of bedrooms, baths, storage space, square footage) as opposed to what you want (particular flooring, lighting, extra rooms, etc.).

3. look under the hood: Don’t fall for charm or a great paint job — hire a licensed inspector to thoroughly investigate the house, inside and out.

4. do the math: Apply for a pre-approved mortgage so that you have a pre-determined price range, giving you a much better chance of finding something you can afford. And get concrete proof that the area is a good value.

5. use a realtor: A licensed Real Estate agent will have your best interest at heart. That person will work on your behalf, and will be able to advise you on all aspects of a home and its surrounding area.

The Realtors on the following pages would like to tell you about themselves, their practices and why working with them will improve your chances of finding the perfect home.

AREAS SERVED: Southlake, Colleyville, Keller, Fort Worth and Arlington. EDUCATION/CERTIFICATION: B.A., Baylor University; Texas Tech University; Licensed Texas Real Estate Salesperson. PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIPS:

Texas Association of Realtors, National Association of Realtors, Metro-Tex, Greater Fort Worth and Arlington Board of Realtors.

AWARDS/HONORS: Recognized in 2006 by the Jeremiah Milbank Society for outstanding support and contributions to the Boys & Girls Clubs. GREATEST PROFESSIONAL

ACHIEVEMENT: Being recognized as a multi-million dollar top producing real estate professional. GREATEST PERSONAL ACHIEVEMENT: Sharing a loving home with my husband and daughter. OUTSIDE THE OFFICE: I give my time to

non-profit work that directly impacts children and the community as well as attend my daughter’s vocal performances at SMU. CHARITABLE INVOLVEMENT: Executive Board of the Boys & Girls Club, Board of Regents of The Oakridge School, Board of Symphony Arlington and the Library Advisory Board. WHAT SETS HER APART: I have excellent people skills with great attention to detail. FREE ADVICE: “By selecting a real estate professional that is honest, experienced and knowledgeable, your real estate experience will be successful.”

CONTACT INFORMATION: Rangers Ballpark in Arlington, 1000 Ballpark Way, Ste. 308, Arlington 76011. 817.701.1815, Fax 817.394.1694. WEB SITE: dfwproperties.net.

CONCENTRATION: Represent luxury homebuyers and sellers within Tarrant County including Southlake, Colleyville, Keller, Fort Worth and Arlington. EDUCATION/CERTIFICATIONS: BBA, Midwestern State University in Wichita Falls; Licensed Texas Real Estate Broker; EPRO designation and Accredited Buyers Representative designation. PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIPS: Texas Association of Realtors, National Association of Realtors, Metro-Tex, Greater Fort Worth and member/director of Arlington Board of Realtors. GREATEST PROFESSIONAL ACHIEVEMENT: Being recognized by Midwestern State University and the Dillard College of Business as the 2008 Outstanding Alumni. Recognition by your peers and professors is a very humbling honor. CHARITABLE INVOLVEMENT: Boys & Girls Clubs, River Legacy Foundation,

ARBOR Community Services Foundation. OUTSIDE THE OFFICE: I travel, play golf and entertain clients while watching the Texas Rangers play from our office suite overlooking centerfield at the Rangers Ballpark in Arlington. WHAT SETS HIM APART: I am attentive to detail, an excellent negotiator and have thorough knowledge of the area. FREE ADVICE: “Selecting anyone to assist you in the sale or purchase of real estate is no different that any other service. In the end, experience combined with education and talent delivers the best combination to ensure a successful and satisfying experience for the consumer.”

CONTACT INFORMATION: Rangers Ballpark in Arlington, 1000

Fax 817.394.1694.

SITE: dfwproperties.net.

Randy White [Tappe White Real Estate Services]

SPECIALTY: Top level services with an educational approach as to help the client make the best possible decision. AREA SERVED: Northeast Tarrant County. EDUCATION: University of Texas at Arlington. AWARDS: Peoples Choice of Best Realtor in Colleyville Courier and Best of the Best Realtor in Southlake Times MEMBERSHIPS: Colleyville Chamber of Commerce, Southlake Chamber of Commerce. GREATEST PERSONAL ACHIEVEMENT: A happy loving family. GREATEST PROFESSIONAL ACHIEVEMENT: Consistently ranked No. 1 selling team in Tarrant County. WHAT SETS THEM APART: Integrity, hard work and a real concern for what is best for the client. MOTTO: Leading people home.

CHARITABLE INVOLVEMENT: Cook Children’s, Habitat for Humanity, Happy Hill Farm. DURING OFF HOURS: You will find White with his wife, Natalie, and grandkids, Harley and Hayden. He also enjoys reading great books and fishing. FREE ADVICE: Encouragement is oxygen for the soul. The first duty of love is to listen. Find your passion, and wrap yourself around it.

PICTURED: (front, left to right) Claire Jenkins, Hillary Shugart. (back, left to right) Rick Lamoureux, Natalie White, Randy White, Brooke Teel. CONTACT INFORMATION: Southlake Town Square, 1560 E. Southlake Blvd., Ste. 200, Southlake, Texas 76092. 817.442.0173. WEB SITE: randywhite.com.

2400 Mistletoe Blvd, 3 Lots in Mistletoe Heights, 4/3.5, $850,000 Ashley Martin 817.570.9430

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612 E. 1st Street, Downtown Fort Worth, 3/3.5/2, Roof top terrace with hot tub, $699,000, Jo Ann Royer, 817-437-1334 6319 Rosemont, Ridglea, 3/2.5+guesthouse, $895,000, B. Cooke, 817-343-0314

510 Valley Vista Way, 7-R Ranch, 3/3.5/ 1-acre +, $849,000 Ida Duwe, 817.570.9454, ida@williamstrew.com 7001 Falling Springs Rd., Ridglea Country Club Estates, 4/3 + pool, $399,900, Elizabeth Hertel (817)570-9447

3900 Modlin Avenue in Rivercrest, 3/2.5, $549,000, Jerry Taylor 817.632.9471

Value here is in this 4,000 plus sq. ft. home in a gated community and below appraisal!

3014 Shadow Drive, Arlington, TX $2,200,000

Unbelievable park like 3+ acres of gated estate home with completed updates throughout. Theatre, elevator, 4 car garage and much more.

2102 Scenic Bay, Arlington, TX $549,000

Under appraisal by $150,000! Pool, Gated Community, Study, 4 bedrooms, excellent home for entertaining!

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Reynold’s Ranch Pinto Beans

Ellen Reynolds is proud of the Texas cattle company her great-great-grandfather founded in 1884. Today, the Kent and Dalhart ranches are run by her uncle and her mom, with Ellen popping in as much as her busy schedule will allow. Ellen also runs Ellen’s Catering here in Fort Worth. She shares her recipe for the beans that are a staple at the ranches, being served at all three meals every day. Yes, even at breakfast, the cowhands look for that pot of beans to accompany their eggs and bacon. For a taste of true, Texan ranch flavor, cook up a pot of these beans for your family.

Yield: 4 to 6 hearty servings

1 pound dry pinto beans

½ pound bacon, sliced

1 large onion, diced

1 or 2 fresh jalapenos, diced

1 clove garlic, chopped

1, 15-ounce can Rotel tomatoes

2 tablespoons chili powder

Salt to taste

directions:

Wash and pick over the beans; cover with water and soak overnight. Drain and discard water off beans and place beans in Dutch oven or soup pot. Add fresh water to cover beans by three inches. In a skillet, fry bacon for about three minutes. Remove bacon from skillet and add to beans. To the remaining bacon fat, add onions and jalapenos and sauté until onions are translucent, about 2 minutes. Add garlic and sauté another minute. Add sautéed mixture to beans, along with Rotel tomatoes and chili powder. Cover beans and bring to a simmer; simmer 2 hours. Add salt to taste.

Judie Byrd is the founder of The Culinary School of Fort Worth and Super Suppers.

Shriners Hospitals for Children, a network of 22 pediatric hospitals in the U.S., Canada, and Mexico, provide specialized care for orthopedic conditions, burns, spinal cord injuries, and cleft lip and palate, delivering state of the art care since 1922 without charge. Moslah Shrine is one of 191 Shrine Centers across North America raising funds so that no child is turned away. All net proceeds from this event will support the Shrine Hospitals located in Texas. For more information, to register, or to make a donation: visit www.moslahhfd.com or call 817-882-9774.

Fort Worth’s full service

Landscaping& GardenCenter

Guardado Garden Center was opened over four years ago to complement the growing demand from Guardado Landscaping. Since then, the center has grown into one of the largest suppliers of Mexican Talavera Pottery in the Dallas/Fort Worth Metroplex. The garden center is know for its unique and vast colors of pottery and plants. Whether it be Italian, Asian or Mexican—you are sure to find it here.

Guardado purchases all of its plants and flowers from reputable nurseries, guaranteeing the best selections in town for your money.

We are locally owned and pride ourselves in serving our community.

We invite you to walk through our garden center and experience a little of our paradise.

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Art and Love

[ in Renaissance Italy ]

Experience the most profound moments of Renaissance life—betrothal, marriage and the birth of a child—as well as more informal bonds of love by viewing “Art and Love in Renaissance Italy” at the Kimbell Art Museum.

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

varied treasures / The Collection and Then Some, on display at the Modern Art Museum through May, will feature nearly 100 works, including old favorites and works from storage that have not been seen in some time. (Above: Green Candies by Felix Gonzales-Torres)

FESTIVALS

Imag I nat I on Celebrat I on 20th a nn I versary Parade & CelebratIon, marC h 8 >> This festive community ceremony begins with a stadium parade featuring more than 1,000 Fort Worth ISD students who have created giant puppets, banners and costumes for the day. Local Fort Worth artists, musicians and performers will join marching bands and stilt walkers in the grand procession onto the field. Admission to the event is free. cfw. org/20th_Anniversay_Parade.htm.

g raPevI ne ChoColate FestIval, marC h 13-14 >> Grapevine’s Chocolate Festival features chocolate tasting, wine sampling, hors d’oeuvres and live jazz on Friday evening at La Buena Vida Vineyards. More chocolate and live jazz, as well as cooking demonstrations and art exhibits, will be offered on Saturday at the Palace Arts Center & Lancaster Theater in historic downtown Grapevine. Friday, 7-10 p.m.; Saturday, 11 a.m.-3 p.m. grapevinetexasusa.com.

Cowtown goes g reen, marC h 15 >> The Fort Worth Stockyards is having a St. Patrick’s Day celebration for the whole family. Pony rides, face-painting, roping lessons, live Irish music and other activities are followed by a longhorn cattle drive and parade down East Exchange Street at 4 p.m. Festivities begin at noon. stockyardsstation.com.

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Fo CU s : Je FF e lrod, thro U gh marC h 29 >> Enjoy large, abstract canvases that reveal Jeff Elrod’s journey as he explored the intersections between drawing and painting, words and pictures, organic and geometric form, and digitally generated and freely drawn imagery. This exhibition will mark the artist’s first solo exhibition in an American museum. Modern Art Museum, 817.738.9215.

sentImental JoU rney: the art oF alF red JaCob mI ller, throU gh aPrIl 19 >> Embark on a captivating adventure in this special exhibition of paintings and drawings by Alfred Jacob Miller (1810-1874), the first American artist to journey into the heart of the Rocky Mountains. Amon Carter Museum, 817.738.1933.

the ColleCtIons and then some, throUgh may >> After a lively summer and fall of dynamic temporary exhibitions, the Museum will focus on The Collection and Then Some this winter and spring. The exhibit will include nearly 100 works, including old favorites and works from storage that have not been seen in some time. The exhibit will open in two stages: the first floor opened Nov. 7 and the second floor will open on Jan. 25. The Modern Art Museum, 817.738.9215.

KI mbell art mU se U m Presents “art and love I n r enaI ssan C e Italy,” marC h 15—JU ne 14 >> This exhibit will present a group of exceptional objects that commemorate the most profound moments of Renaissance life: betrothal, marriage and the birth of

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Dine. Shop. Explore.

Marie Antoinette Holliday, DMD, of Doc Holliday’s Dental Spa, now offering Laser Dentistry and Implants, also offers preventive, general and cosmetic dental services. Among the many treatment modalities she offers are Lumineers (the prepless veneer system), digital radiotherapy, Invisalign and traditional orthodontic, TMD diagnosis and treatment, and her “Holliday” touch. “Doc Holliday” is located in Sundance Square above Cabo’s restaurant and across from the Renaissance Worthington Hotel at 115 W. 2nd St., Suite 200. Call today (817.877.1872) and visit www.dochollidayfw.com.

Uno Chicago Bar & Grill Chicago’s original deep dish pizzeria is right in the heart of Sundance Square. Uno has surrounded its famous deep dish pizza with many colorful and exciting menu items. New favorites include Lemon Basil Salmon, Chicken Gorgonzola, Baked Stuffed Chicken, Classic Cobb Salad and organic flatbread pizzas. At lunchtime Uno offers a variety of items that will be served within ten minutes. Uno’s full service bar has many excellent signature drinks that compliment any meal. After the show, stop in for a slice of cheesecake or try Uno’s award winning Deep Dish Sundae. A fast and friendly staff is eager to serve you. For call ahead seating or to book a large party, please call 817-885-8667.

a child, as well as more informal bonds of love. Kimbell Art Museum, 817.332.8451.

After Hours At tH e Kimbell, second sAturdAy of tH e montH , y e Ar-round >> Join other art and music lovers to listen to music, enjoy an exhibition tour and sip cocktails. Kimbell Art Museum, 817.332.8451.

f irst f ridAys At tH e modern, ye Ar- round >> The first Friday of each month, the Fort Worth Star-Telegram, the Modern Art Museum of Fort Worth and Café Modern team up to bring you live music and cocktails from 5 to 8 p.m. Docent-led, spotlight tours of the galleries at 6:30 p.m. Modern Art Museum, 817.738.9215.

fA mily f ree f ridAys: nAtionAl cowgirl m useum And HAll of fAme, lAst fridAy of tH e montH , ye Ar- round >> Check out the National Cowgirl Museum and Hall of Fame and the Fort Worth Museum of Science and History for free. 817.255.9300.

connect to Art, y e A r- round >> Presented by Amon Carter Museum, Connect to Art is a free, multiple-visit program for groups of adults with cognitive disabilities and their families and/ or caregivers. Amon Carter Museum, 817.738.1933.

sid r ic HArdson museum, ye Arround >> 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.

tex As civil wAr museum, ye Arround >> The Texas Civil War Museum is a nonprofit museum started by Texas oil and gas businessman Ray Richey. The museum features several permanent exhibits focusing on Civil War history and memorabilia. Texas Civil War Museum, 817.246.2323.

t ex A s cowboy H A ll of fA me, y e Ar- round >> The Texas Cowboy Hall of Fame honors Texas men and women who have excelled in the sports of rodeo and cutting. Each booth contains photographs and memorabilia, and many of the booths also have video. Texas Cowboy Hall of Fame, 817.626.7131.

music

billy bob’s tex As >> Billy Bob’s Texas, 817.624.7117.

mArc H 6 >> Reckless Kelly

mArc H 7 >> Kevin Fowler

mArc H 13 >> Roger Creager

mArc H 14 >> Clay Walker

mArc H 20 >> Jason Boland

mArc H 21 >> Randy Travis

mArc H 27 >> Wade Bowen

mArc H 28 >> Craig Morgan

A tour de force, t H roug H mArc H 1 >> Based on material from the opera “Benvenuto Cellini,” Berlioz’ brilliant Roman Carnival Overture featuring a famous solo from the English horn. Bass Hall, 817.665.6000.

An evening witH Judy collins, mArc H 2 >> Judy Collins is a true

American Idol. Blessed with a voice that can tingle spines, swell eyes and warm hearts, she is perhaps one of the greatest living American folk singers. Bass Hall, 817.212.4280.

one nig Ht of Queen, mArc H 5 >> The spirit and music of Freddie Mercury lives on through One Night of Queen, a tribute to Mercury and the immensely popular British rock band he led for more than two decades. Bass Hall, 817.212.4280.

cHAmber music society presents “ tA m As u ngAr, guest piAnist,” mArc H 14 >> Ungar returns to us again! A terrific and rare talent, Ungar began Piano Texas International Academy for young pianists at TCU, which is an important part of our musical community. 2 p.m. Modern Art Museum, 817.877.3003.

c liburn At tH e bA ss presents “g old f ingers,” mA rc H 17 >> Cliburn gold medalists Jose Feghali, Stanislav Loudenitch, Olga Kern and Jon Nakamatsu first joined their formidable talents in a surprise encore performance at the 2007 International Piano Competition for Outstanding Amateurs. Bass Hall, 800.462.7979.

fort wort H c l A ssic g uitA r society presents “ br Asil guitAr duo (br A zil),” mArc H 19 >> With full touring schedules on two continents and critically acclaimed recordings, this duo is quickly solidifying its status as one of the preeminent guitar duos of its generation. Modern Art Museum, 817.498.0363.

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america’s sweethearts / This family-friendly, two-hour variety show will be a fully choreographed production starring the Dallas Cowboy Cheerleaders and will feature music (from rock to hip-hop to country), costume changes, video tributes and a special appearance by the Junior Dallas Cowboy Cheerleaders. Bring the family and all aspiring cheerleaders to the Bass Performance Hall on March 4 at 7 p.m.

20-22 >> The Fort Worth Symphony Orchestra presents the driving rhythms of Luzuriaga’s Responsorio, which are inspired by the folk music of his native Ecuador. Bass Hall, 817.665.6000.

Cliburn at the bass presents leonidas KavaKos, violin, and e nriCo paC e, piano, MarC h 30 >> By the time he was 21, Greek violinist Leonidas Kavakos had won both the Sibelius and Paganini International Violin competitions. Bass Hall, 800.462.7979.

Fort Worth s y M phony o r C hestra presents “Gala ConC ert,” MarC h 31 >> Thirteen-yearold Conrad Tao began formal instruction for piano and violin at the age of 3, and at the age of 10, won the BMI Carlos Surinach Prize as a composer. Bass Hall, 817.665.6000.

Comedy

h yena’s CoM edy n iG ht Club >> Hyena’s Comedy Night Club, 817.877.5233.

MarC h 6-7 >> Sean Kent

MarC h 13-14 >> Greg Wilson

MarC h 20-21 >> Christopher ‘Kid’

Reid

MarC h 27-28 >> April Macie

Four day Wee Kend, Friday and saturday, year- round >> The popular improvisational comedy troupe performs skits and songs based on audience suggestions. Four Day Weekend Theater, 817.226.4DAY.

Stage

tCu departMent oF theatre presents “sCapino!” throuG h MarC h 1 >> By Frank Dunlop and Jim Dale. Hays Theater TCU Walsh Center, 817.257.5770.

dallas CoW boys Cheerleaders

FaMily and Friends shoW, MarC h 4 >> This family-friendly, two-hour variety show will be a fully choreographed production starring the Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders—otherwise known as “America’s Sweethearts”—and featuring music (from rock to hip-hop to country), costume changes, video tributes and a special appearance by the Junior Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders. Bass Hall, 7 p.m.

Miss n elson is MissinG , throuG h MarC h 8 >> The students in room 207

just won’t follow the rules and are not being respectful of their teacher, Miss Nelson. You’ll love what happens next in the new musical based upon the popular children’s books. Casa Manana Theater, 817.332.2272.

Casa Manana presents disney’s h i G h sC hool Musi C al, MarC h 10-15 >> Bass Hall, 817.332.2272.

Metropolitan ClassiCal ballet presents “ s prin G r epertory,” MarC h 18 >> Bass Hall, 817.212.4280.

texas ballet theater presents “Cleopatra,” MarC h 27-29 >> Ben Stevenson’s choreography breathes new life into the sweeping epic of Cleopatra, the most powerful woman in the world and the lover of both Julius Caesar and Marc Anthony. Bass Hall, 877.828.9200.

Jubilee theatre presents “ the piano lesson,” MarC h 27—april 29 >> It is 1936, and Boy Willie arrives in Pittsburgh from the South in a battered truck loaded with watermelons to sell. He has an opportunity to buy some land down home, but he has to come up with the money right quick. He wants to sell an old piano that has been in his family for generations, but he shares ownership with his sister and it sits in her living room. The antique piano is covered with incredible carvings detailing the family’s rise from slavery. Jubilee Theatre, 817.338.4411.

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tCu WoMen’s basKetball

MarC h 7 >> vs. Utah, 12 p.m.

tCu Men’s tennis

MarC h 4 >> vs. SMU, 6 p.m.

MarC h 6 >> vs. San Diego, 2 p.m.

MarC h 7 >> vs. Texas-San Antonio, 2 p.m.

MarC h 9 >> vs. Duke, TBA

ironic art / The Modern Art Museum presents Jeff Elrod in the Focus Gallery. This Texas-based artist focused on creating ironic works that address postwar abstraction and can be seen as sophisticated, submersive meditations that propel abstract painting into the 21st century.

Own the Fort Worth, Texas magazine Dream Home. This gorgeous 6,100-square-foot Mediterranean-style home, built by Jefferies Custom Homes, sits atop a 1.32-acre, tree-covered lot nestled on a hilltop adjacent to a heavily wooded green space in the prestigious Palomar Estates development in Southlake. The spacious floor plan offers an impressive foyer with a grand staircase. The gourmet Wood-Mode kitchen features two islands, a butler’s pantry, double ovens and a wine cellar. The opulent master suite is complete with a cozy fireplace and a luxurious master bath. Entertain year-round in the well-appointed outdoor pavilion equipped with a fireplace and an award-winning pool.

March 13 >> vs. Virginia Tech, TBA March 17 >> vs. Columbia, TBA

TcU WoMen’s Tennis

March 31 >> vs. Baylor, 2 p.m.

Texas Brah M as >> NYTEX Sports Centre, 817.336.4ICE.

March 6 >> vs. Corpus Christi Rayz, 7:05 p.m.

March 7 >> vs. Odessa Jackalopes, 7:05 p.m.

March 10 >> vs. Bossier-Shreveport Mudbugs, 7:05 p.m.

March 14 >> vs. Laredo Bucks, 7:05 p.m.

March 15 >> vs. Wichita Thunder, 6:05 p.m.

OTHER ATTRACTIONS

35Th ann Ual ForT WorTh rod and cUsToM car shoW, ThroUgh March 1 >> Come view Texas’ finest cars, trucks and motorcycles at the 2009 Fort Worth Rod and Custom Car Show presented by the Texas Show Car Association. Will Rogers Memorial Center, 817.392.7469.

Walk WiTh Me 2009, March 7 >> Easter Seals North Texas’ annual Walk With Me event and fundraiser is a fitness walk that will unite hundreds of DFW area participants in one great location to raise funds for Easter Seals services, drive awareness of issues affecting the disability community and change the lives of individuals and families living with disabilities. 9 a.m. Grapevine Mills Mall, 817.759.7908, ntx.easterseals.com.

e xploring aFrica and e xploring perU ’s aMazon JU ngle, ThroUgh March 27 >> Diane Simons Lovell provides two photography and folk art exhibits in the display cases of the Garden Center hallway. The Exploring Africa exhibit features photos of tribes, endangered animals and African landscapes. The Exploring Peru’s Amazon Jungle exhibit features photos of tribes, animals and junglescapes. Fort Worth Botanic Garden Center, 817.871.7686.

B UTT er F lies in T he g arden, March 1-30 >> Thousands of tropical butterflies fly free inside the Conservatory at the Fort Worth Botanic Garden. Tickets are $10 for adults, $6 for children 3-12, and $8 for seniors. Kids two and under get in free. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Fort Worth Botanic Garden, 817.871.7686.

ForT WorTh hoMe shoW, March 13-15 >> Where other than the Fort Worth Home Show can you get a hundred decorating ideas, building and remodeling solutions, and participate in dozens of interactive how-to workshops? Will Rogers Memorial Center, 817.392.7686.

g reaTer TarranT coU nT y aUTo shoW, March 13-16 >> See all that’s new to see in automotive styling and technology as the annual Greater Tarrant County Auto Show gets under way. The show will allow visitors to leisurely inspect all of the new features of virtually every car and truck sold in the Greater Tarrant County area, including everything from sporty convertibles and high-performance sports cars, to hybrid and luxury sedans, popular crossovers

to hard-working trucks. Admission is $9 for everyone over 12, $4 for children 6-12, and free for kids under 6. Thu.-Fri., 1-10 p.m.; Sat. 10 a.m.-10 p.m.; Sun. 10 a.m.6 p.m. Fort Worth Convention Center, 817.332.5186.

dolly Johnson anTiqU e s hoW presenTs “aM erican r esilience: anTiqU es oF Joy and sTrengTh,” March 14-15 >> For the 46th year, Fort Worth’s best-loved antique show celebrates America with 50 select exhibitors, featuring antiques at all price ranges. This year’s theme, “American Resilience: Antiques of Joy and Strength,” will appeal to beginning collectors of all ages, anyone decorating a home and advanced investors. A special sale will benefit the Presbyterian Night Shelter of Tarrant County. Will Rogers Memorial Center, 817.622.2858.

coWBoys o F color c U lTU ral yo UT h heri Tage se M inar , W ednesdays , year- ro U nd >> National Cowboys of Color Museum and Hall of Fame, 817.922.9999.

dance lessons , Mondays and Th U rsdays , year- ro U nd >> Billy Bob’s Texas, 817.624.7117.

grape V ine V in Tage railroad, Vario U s daT es , year- ro U nd >> Rides are available from Grapevine to the Fort Worth Stockyards and from the Stockyards to 8th Avenue at the Trinity River. Stockyards Station, 817.625.RAIL.

hisToric ForT WorTh , inc . ToU rs , year- roU nd >> These tours include the Ball-Eddleman-McFarland House and the Thistle Hill House Museum. Historic Fort Worth, Inc., 817.336.2344.

o M ni T heaT er and no B le planeTariUM, year- roU nd >> The Omni Theater has numerous exciting shows daily. Construction on the museum’s new facilities continues through Fall 2009. Fort Worth Museum of Science and History, 817.255.9300.

s T ockyards cha M pionship rodeo, F riday and saTU rday, year- ro U nd >> Rope, ride, race! Traditional rodeo fun for the whole family. Cowtown Coliseum, 888.269.8696.

sTockyards daily caTTle driVe , year- roU nd >> The world’s only daily cattle drive. Fort Worth Stockyards, Exchange Street, 817.624.4741.

ForT WorTh WaTer gardens, yearroUnd >> Here, visitors can stand 38 feet below street level amid 1,000 gallons of water cascading down a 710-foot wall. That’s just one attraction! Fort Worth, 1502 Commerce St., 817.871.7698. FW

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Nestled on the ground floor in Montgomery Plaza, Mac’s on 7th (817.332.6227) is a happening place for lunch, dinner or Sunday brunch. The menu includes traditional grilled favorites and a variety of seafood and steak. One of Mac’s most popular dishes is the Filet Mignon Oscar, a tender cut of beef served with crabmeat and béarnaise on a bed of asparagus with your choice of wild rice or a baked potato. The contemporary bar at Mac’s boasts an impressive wine list and more than 50 single malt scotches and small batch bourbons. For just under $13, guests can sample scotches from four different Scottish distilleries. Although the name may sound casual, Mac’s offers Fort Worth patrons an elegant dining experience with plenty of style.

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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.; 7am-10pm Fri.-Sat.; 11am-8pm Sun. $ - $$

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. 11am-2pm Tue.-Sat. $

MAC’s BAr & grill » 6077 W. 1-20, 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-10pm Mon.Thur.; 11am-11pm Fri.-Sat. $$

MAr Ket street » 5605 Colleyville, 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. $ no F rills grill » 4914 Little Rd., 817.478.1766. Other locations: 801 S. Main St., 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. 11am-2am daily. $

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.-Thur.; 11am-11pm Fri.-Sat.; 11am-8pm Sun. $- $$$

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. 10am-6pm Mon.-Sat.; noon-6pm Sun. $

tHe sAnFord HoUse » 506 N. Center St., 817.861.2129. The comfortable Victorian-style inn just north of downtown offers exquisite dining. Reservations requested. 11am-2pm Sun-Wed.; 6:30am-10pm Thur.-Sat. $ - $$

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.-Fri.; 8am-11pm Sat. $ - $$

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-8pm Sun.Wed.; 6:30am-10pm Thur.-Sat. $ - $$ 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-10pm Mon.-Thur.; 12pm-1am Fri.-Sat. $

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. $

BUttons » 4701 W. Freeway, 817.602.0211. Fort Worth venue to feature Keith Hicks’ signature upscale southern-chic cuisine paired with old school music and a vibrant atmosphere. Hours TBD.

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.-Thur.; 11am-11pm Fri.-Sat. 11am-9pm Sun. $$

gAllerY Art CAFe » 609 S. Jennings Ave., 817.335.4646. The menu features American/ Southwestern favorites, and the food is worth coming back for. 7am-3pm Mon.-Fri.; 10am-2pm Sat. & Sun. $

tHe CoVeY restAUr Ant & BreWerY » 3010 S. Hulen St., 817.731.7933. The brewery features a seven-barrel microbrewery at its center. Lunch and dinner menus range from pizzas to entrees. 11am-11pm Sun.-Thur.; 11am-midnight Fri.-Sat. $$ - $$$

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. 11am-10pm Sun.-Thur.; 11am-11pm Fri.-Sat. $

dixie HoUse CAFe » 3701 Belknap St., 817.222.0883. Other locations: 6200 E. Lancaster., 817.451.6180.; 5401 S. Hulen St., 817.361.8500. This family-operated restaurant is known for its chicken fried steak and homemade rolls. 6:30am2pm Mon.-Thur. & Sat.; 6:30am-8:30pm Fri. $

dre W’s Pl AC e » 5701 Curzon Ave., 817.735.4408. A westside favorite for good home cooking. Excellent service and a friendly atmosphere. 10:30am-7pm Tue.-Thur.; 10:30am-8pm Fri.-Sat. $ - $$

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. 10:30am-midnight Tue.-Sat.; 10:30am-9pm Sun. Closed Mon. $$

lUC ile ’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. 11:30am10pm Mon.-Thur.; 11:30am-11pm Fri.; 9am-11pm Sat.; 9am-10pm Sun. $$

lU nCH 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. $

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.-Thur.; 11am-9:30pm Fri.; 11am9pm Sat.; 11am-3pm Sun. $

MontgoMerY street CAFÉ » 2000 Montgomery St., 817.731.8033. This is no-frills cooking at its finest. From omelets to chickenfried steak, the menu includes fabulous Southern favorites. 6am-2pm Mon.-Fri.; 7am-noon Sat. $ 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 Bel-

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gian waffles are matched by an equally scrumptious lunch/dinner menu. 7am-9pm Mon.-Sat. $ ol’ so U t H PA n CAK e H o U se » 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. $

oVAtion dining And entertAinMent » 6115 Camp Bowie Blvd., 817.732.8900. This venue offers quality food and an extensive live music calendar. 6pm-11pm Wed.-Thur.; 6pm-midnight Fri.-Sat.; noon-10pm Sun.; Closed Mon.-Tue. $$

PAris CoFFee sHoP » 704 W. Magnolia, 817.335.2041. This Fort Worth institution has been serving up homemade breakfasts and lunches since 1930. 6am-2:30pm Mon.-Fri.; 6am11am Sat. $

PAr K 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. 10:30am-3pm Mon.-Sat.; 6pm-9pm Thur.-Sat.; 10:30am-1:30pm Sun. $-$$

PoP’s sAFAri rooM » 2929 Morton St., 817.334.0559. 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. 11:30am-2pm Tues-Fri.; 6pm-9pm Tue.-Sat. $$ - $$$

rise & s H ine » 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. $ seC ret gArden te ArooM » 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?). 11am3pm Mon.-Fri.; 11am-4pm Sat.; noon-4pm Sun. $ 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. $

tex As grill » 6550 Camp Bowie Blvd., 817.377.0270. This casual Western-style 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. $

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-4pm Mon.-Sat.; noon-4pm Sun. $

ViCKerY CAFÉ » 4120 W. Vickery Blvd., 817.737.2277. Owner John Pendergrass offers a large breakfast menu at reasonable prices, as well as a lunch menu with such country favorites as chicken fried steak and fried catfish. Expect excellent service when you come here—the waitstaff has, on average, 15 years experience. 6am-3pm Mon.-Sat.; noon-6pm Sun. $ 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 Mon.Sun. $$

W estside CAFÉ » 7950 Hwy. 80, 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. $

tHe ZodiAC rooM At neiMAn MArCUs » 2100 Green Oaks Rd., 817.738.3581. A delightful dining adventure for lunch with excellent service. 10am-7pm Mon.-Sat.; noon-6pm Sun. $$

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HArBor one » 9315 Boat Club Rd., Lake County; 817.236.8150. The view from this restaurant is one of the best in the county. 10a.m.6p.m. Wed.-Sun. $

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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. 11am-2pm Mon.-Fri.; 4:30pm-9pm Mon.-Fri.; 11am-9pm Sat.; 10:30am-9pm Sun. $

ClAssiC CAFe » 504 N. Oak St., 817.430.8185. This cozy house comforts guests as they enjoy some truly fine casual dining. 5p.m.-9p.m. Mon.Thur.; 5pm-10pm Fri.-Sat. $$-$$$

doVe CreeK CAFÉ » 204 S. Highway 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.-Thur.; 6am-9pm Fri.; 6am-3pm Sat.; 6:30am-3pm Sun. $ Pr Airie HoUse restAUr Ant » 304 S. Hwy 377, 817.491.4855. Open since 1999, this eclectic and authentic Texas-style 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. $-$$

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CAFÉ exPress » 1472 Main St., 817.251.0063. Zagat’s called these numerous Texas cafés “The Mercedes-Benz of fast food eateries” because 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. 11am-9pm Sun.-Thur.; 11am-10pm Fri.-Sat. $$ tHe CHeeseCAKe FACtorY » 1440 Plaza Place, 817.310.0050. Since 1978, The Cheesecake Factory has been serving up something for everyone. From soups and salads to seafood and pasta dishes, the servings are always generous—and the desserts are always decadent. 11am-11pm Mon.-Thur.; 11am-12:30am Fri.-Sat.; 10am-11pm Sun. $$

snoo Kie ’s » 2801 E. Southlake Blvd., 817.488.2322. 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. $

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. 4pm7pm Mon.-Thur.; 3pm-7pm Fri. $

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Fire Oak Grill >>114 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. This BYOB grill is sure to leave you satisfied! Lunch: 11am-3pm Mon.-Fri.; Dinner: 5pm-10pm Mon.-Sat. $-$$

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Pei Wei » 2100 N. Collins St., 817.299.8687. Other locations: 4133 E. Cooper St., 817.466.4545. 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. 10:30am9pm Sun.-Thur.; 10:30am-10pm Fri.-Sat. $

Piranha’S Killer SUS hi » 851 N.E. Green Oaks Blvd., 817.261.1636. Other locations: Arlington Highlands 309 Curtis Mathes Way, #149 817.465.6455 Sushi rolls, tempura and teriyaki dishes dominate an incredible menu of Japanese delights. 11am-10pm Mon.-Thur.; 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, 5pm-9:30pm Mon.-Fri.; 5-9:30pm Sat. $

taSte of thai » 2535 E. Arkansas Lane, 817.543.0110. This authentic Thai restaurant serves up fresh dishes daily. 11am-3pm, 4:30pm10pm Mon.-Fri.; 11:30am-3pm,4:30pm-10pm Sat.; 11:30am-9:30pm Sun. $

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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.-Sat.; 4:30pm-9pm Sun. $

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aSia BoWl & grill » 2400 Lands End, 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.-Thur.; 11am-10pm Fri.-Sat. $ edohana hiBaC hi SUShi » 2704 S. Hulen, 817.924.1144. Other locations: 5816 S.W. Loop 820, 817.731.6002. 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.-Thur.; 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. 11:30am-2:30pm Mon.-Sat.; 5:30pm-10pm Mon.Thur.; 5:30pm-11pm Fri.-Sat.; 5:30-10pm Sun. $$

jaPane Se PalaC e » 8445 Camp Bowie West, 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.-Thur.; 5:30pm11:45pm Fri.-Sat. $$ - $$$

mY lan » 4015 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. 9am-9pm Mon.-Sun. Closed Wed. $

Pei Wei » 5900 Overton Ridge Blvd., 817.294.0808. Other locations: 2600 W. 7th St., Montgomery Plaza, 817.806.9950. 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.-Thur.; 10:30am-10pm Fri.-Sat. $

P. f. C hang’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. 11am10pm Sun.-Thur.; 11am-11pm Fri.-Sat. $$

Pho Bella » 4023B E. Belknap St. Haltom City, 817.834.3552. If you’re looking for a Southeast Asian dinner, you’ll find Vietnamese delights, such as pho and vermicelli bowls. Don’t forget the Saigon pancake. 10am-9pm Tue.-Sat.; 10am-7pm Sun. $

Pho little Saigon » 6942 Green Oaks Blvd., 817.738.0040. Authentic Vietnamese cuisine at low prices is served up in a friendly atmosphere. 10am-8:30pm Mon.-Fri.; 10am-3pm Sat. $

PhU lam » 4125 E. Belknap St., 817.831.9888. The fare is updated and includes new choices in Vietnamese and Chinese food. 10am-10pm Sun.-Sat. $ - $$

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 Thur.; 11am-1am Fri.; Noon-1am Sat.; noon-10pm Sun. $$

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-2 pm, 5 pm8:30pm Mon.-Fri.; 11am-2:30pm Sat. $

SUShi aXiom jaPaneSe fUSion 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.; noon10pm Sat.; noon-9pm Sun. $$

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. 11am-10pm Sun.-Thur.; 11am-11pm Fri.-Sat. $

thai tina’S » 703 N. Henderson 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.” 11 am-9pm Mon.-Thur.; 11am-10pm Fri-Sun. $$ to KYo C afe » 5121 Pershing Ave., 817.737.8568. This Camp Bowie hideaway delivers great sushi at reasonable prices. Please come casual. 11am-9pm Mon.-Thur.; 11am-10pm Fri.Sat. $

YoKo SUShi >> 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. 11am-2pm Mon.-Fri.; 5pm-10pm Sun.-Thur.; 5pm-10:30pm Fri.-Sat. $-$$ graPevine

edohana hiBaC hi SUShi » 1501 W. State, Grapevine, 817.251.2004. Table-side food preparation is just part of the experience—a fabulous sushi bar includes many delicacies. 11am-2pm Mon.-Fri.; 5:30pm-10pm Mon.-Thur.; 5:30pm-10:30pm Fri.; 5pm-10:30pmSat.; 5pm9:30pm Sun. $$

P. f. C hang’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. $$

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SWeet BaSil thai CUiSine » 977 Melbourne Rd., 817.268.2899. This authentic Thai restaurant serves up high-end dishes without the high-end price. Delicious curries and soups are their trademark. 11am-9:30pm Mon.-Sat. $ - $$

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BlUe BamBoo ChineSe 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.-Thur.; 11am-10:30pm Fri.-Sat. $-$$

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. 11:30am-2:30pm Mon.-Fri.; noon-3:30pm Sat.-Sun.; 5pm-10pm Sun.-Thur.; 5pm-10:30pm Fri.-Sat. $$

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. 10:30am9pm Sun.-Thur.; 10:30am-10pm Fri.-Sat. $ 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.; 12pm-11pm Fri.; 11am-9:30pm Sat.-Sun. $ - $$

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diCKeY’S BarBeCUe Pit » 817.289.0027. 5530 S. Cooper, 817.468.0898. 1801 Ballpark Way 817.261.6600. A Texas tradition since 1941 is now serving great Texas-style barbecue in Arlington. Offering eight slow-cooked meats and 16 freshly made vegetables. Dine-in, take-out, drive-thru and catering. 10:30am-8:30pm daily. $

neon moon Bar & grill » 309 Great Southwest Parkway, 817.633.5771. Owner Art Davidson has remodeled his neon-filled bar. A simple menu accompanies a full-service bar that offers three beers on tap and 20 bottled beers, including Texas-made Shiner. On Friday and Saturday nights, blues and classic rock live entertainment are the focus, and check out the Blues jam on Monday nights. 10am-2am Mon.Sat.; Noon-2am Sun. $

red hot and BlUe » 1350 E. Cope;and 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. 11am9pm Sun.-Thur.; 11am-10pm Fri.-Sat. $$ fort Worth

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. $

CoUSin’S Pit BarBeCUe » 6262 McCart Ave., 817.346.2511. Other location: 5125 Bryant Irvin Rd., 817.346.3999. Brisket, ribs, chicken and homemade sausage are the staples, along with cobblers and delicious cakes. A 21-year familyrun 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, Other locations: 5724 Bryant Irvin, 817.361.1034. 1000 N.E. Loop 820, 817.289.0027. 1989 Colonial Parkway, 817-7597500. 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.-Thur.; 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. $ red hot and BlUe » 3000 S. Hulen St., 817.731.8770. 9143 Grapevine Hwy., 817.605.1333. 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-10pm Thur.-Sat. $$

riSCKY’S » 6701 Camp Bowie Blvd., 817.989.1800. 300 Main St., 817.877.3306. 2314 Azle Ave., 817.624.8662. 9000

U.S. 377, Benbrook, 817.249.3320. 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 Tues.-Thur.; 11am-11pm Fri.-Sat. $ the SmoKe Pit » 2401 E. Belknap St., 817.222.0455. This BBQ 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. $-$$

trailBoSS BUrgerS » 140 E. Exchange Ave, 817.625.1070. Same owners but a new concept. This restaurant, formerly part of the Riscky’s chain, focuses on what it does best, burgers. 11am-7pm Sun.-Thur.; 11am-9pm Fri.; 11am-10pm Sat $ -$$

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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. Dine-in, takeout, drive-thru and catering. 11am-9pm daily $

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teXaS 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-caneat unique salad bar and selection of 14 meats, you’ll need to be wheeled out of this upscale restaurant. 5pm-10pm Mon.-Thur.; 11am-2pm & 5pm-10:30pm Fri.; 4pm-10:30pm Sat.; 4pm-9pm Sun . $$$

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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. 5pm-10pm Mon.-Sat.; 5pm-9pm Sun. $$$

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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. 6:30am-10:30pm Mon.-Sat. $

CaPtain BillY WhiZZBang’S » 2406 W. Park Row Dr., 817.861.9498 A burger and fries treat with excellent onion rings. It’s a hot spot for lunch and a quick dinner. 10:30am-8pm Mon.-Sat. $

ChaPPS » 2045 N. Hwy. 360, 817.649.3000. Other locations: 153 Southwest Plaza (1-20 & Little Road), 817.483.8008. 2596 E. Arkansas, 817.460.2097. 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-9pm Fri.-Sat. $ fort Worth

B.j. KeeferS » 909 W. Magnolia Ave., 817.921.0889. Keefers is a favorite quick lunch spot for medical district professionals. You’ll find a wide menu and baked goods that are homemade onsite. Casual is the key word—order at the counter and then build your own sandwich at the condiment bar. There’s a happy hour, too. 10:30am-8:30pm Mon.-Fri. $

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.-Thu.; 11am-9pm Fri.-Sat. $ 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 good-tasting burgers and fries. 11am-9pm Mon.-Thur.; 11am-10pm Fri.-Sat.; 11am-3pm Sun. $ 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. $

KinCaid’S » 4901 Camp Bowie Blvd., 817.732.2881. Other location: 4825 Overton Ridge Blvd., 817.370.6400.

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-8pm Sun.-Wed.; 11am-10pm Thur.; 11am-1am Fri.-Sat. $

pappa’s burgers » 2700 W. Freeway. 817.348.8273. 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-10pm Sun.-Thur.; 11am-11pm Fri.-Sat. $-$$

the pour house sports grIll » 209 W. 5th 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. Enjoy the spectacular view of downtown on Wednesday during karaoke, Thursday with the Top 40/Rock DJ or weekends with a live band. 11am-2am daily. $

purple coW dIner » 4601 W. Freeway, 817.737.7177. The Cow has standard burgers, fries and ice cream sundaes with all that finger junk kids like to track all over the table. Yes, playing with the condiments is okay. 11am-10pm Fri.-Sat.; 11am-9pm Sun.-Thu. $ toMMY’s haMburgers » 2701 Green Oaks Rd. 817.735.9651. Other locations: 5228 Camp Bowie Blvd., 817.569.1111. 3431 W. 7th St., 817.885.7500. 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-8pm Sun. $ southlake

johnnY b’s burgers & shakes » 2704 E. Southlake Blvd., Southlake, 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 olf fashioned shakes. 10:30am-8:30pm Mon.-Thur.; 10:30am-9pm Fri.-Sat.; 10:30am-3pm Sun. $

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caFÉ at daI reds » 2400 W. I-20 ., 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. 9am-6pm Mon.; 9am-9pm Tue.Thur.; 9am-6pm Fri.; 8:30am-5:30pm Sat.; noon6pm Sun. $ - $$

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caFÉ aspen » 6103 Camp Bowie Blvd., 817.738.0838. This westside favorite includes a fish menu that changes regularly, and the rack of lamb alone would merit a return visit. Go casual or dressed to the nines—either way, you’ll fit in. The ambiance becomes even more elegant at night with candlelight. An adjoining full bar offers a high-end well. A fabulous patio is open seasonally. 11am-2pm Mon.-Fri.; 5:30pm-9pm Mon-Sat. The bar opens at 11am and closes one hour after the kitchen. $$

caFÉ ashton and pIano bar » 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-9pm daily. $-$$$

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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. 8:30am6pm Tue.-Fri.; 8:30am-5pm Sat. $$ Fort Worth

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. $

baker bros. aMerIcan delI » 6333 Camp Bowie Blvd., 817.989.1400. Baker Bros. serves up only the finest quality breads, meats and cheeses. 11am-9pm daily. $

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. 7am-6pm Mon.-Fri.; 7am-4pm Sat.. $ 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. $ 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. $

esparanZa’s MeXIcan caFÉ & bakerY » 2122 N. Main St., 817.626.5770. 1109. Other location: Hemphill St., 817.332.3848. 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 $

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. $

MckInleY’s FIne bakerY & caFe » 1612 S. University Dr., 817.332.3242. This cafe is a great place for friends to meet to 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. $

panera bread » 1700 S. University Dr., 817.870.1959. Other location: 1804 Precinct Line Rd., 817.605.0766. 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 Parkway, 817.837.1077. Other locations: 1540 Keller Parkway, Keller, 817.431.0064. Great breakfast stop, also good for lunch. Don’t get away without trying the famed muffins, baked daily. 6am-2pm Mon.-Fri., 7am-noon Sat.; 8am-2pmSun. $

sublIMe bakerY >> Country Day Plaza, 5512 Bellaire Drive, 817.570.9630 Among her other delicacies, Catherine Ruehle’s scones, cheesecakes and cupcakes are indeed sublime.

8 am-5:30 pm Mon.-Fri.; 9 am-5 pm Sat $-$$

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. 6:30am-5:30pm Tue.Fri.; 7:30am-4pm Sat. $

WeInburger’s delI » 6801 Rufe Snow Dr., 817.416.5577. Other location: 3 Village Circle, Westlake, 817.491.9119. 611 Main St. Grapevine., Weinburger’s Deli specializes in quality meats and cheeses. They also offer a variety of fresh salads. 8:30am-7pm Mon.-Sat.; 11am-3pm Sun. $

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. $ grapevIne

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. 6:30am6:30pm daily $

the snoot Y 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 $

southlake 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. $ e legant 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. 9 am-6 pm Tues.-Sat. $-$$

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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-11am Sun.-Thur.; 3:30pm-1am Fri.-Sat. $$ 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.; 11am2am Thur.-Fri.; noon-2am Sat.; 10am-2am Sun. $$ caFÉ Modern » 3200 Darnell, 817.840.2157. The Modern Art Museum features a restaurant with grilled salmon with melted citrus butter, beautiful desserts and a Sunday brunch that is a must. Reservations are recommended for parties of five or more. 11am-2:30pm Mon.-Fri.; 11am-3pm Sat.-Sun. $$

kIMbell art MuseuM » 3333 Camp Bowie Blvd., 817.332.8451, ext. 251. 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 Tues.-Thur. & Sat.; noon-2pm Fri. & Sun.; Dinner 5:30pm-7:30pm Fri. $$ lIlI’s bIstro >> 1310 W. Magnolia Ave. 817.877.0700. This quaint bistro focuses on tradition. Start with the Gorgonzola fries and move on to the Spinach & Mushroom grilled chicken. Delicious! 11a.m.-2:30p.m. Mon.-Fri.; 5:30p.m.9p.m. Wed.-Thur.; 5:30p.m.-10p.m. Fri.-Sat. $$ spI ral d I ner » 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. Freshtasting and affordable, don’t forget about their wide variety of juices and smoothies. 11am-10pm Tue.-Sat.; 11am-5pm Sun. $

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. 3pm-11pm Mon.-Thur.; 3pm-1am Fri.; 4:30pm-1am Sat. $-$$ 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-7pm Mon.-Sat. $

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boM baY gr I ll » 4625 Donnelly Ave., 817.377.9395. This Indian restaurant serves up classics like Tandoori and garlic naan (flatbread). 11am-2pm & 5:30pm-10pm daily. $

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-10pm Mon.-Thu.; 11am11pm Fri.; 5pm-11pm Sat. $$

chadra MeZZa & grIll >> 1622 Park Place. 817.924.2372. Creative dishes featuring

spicy Lebanese food and homemade Italian. 11 am-3 pm, Mon.-Tues; 11 am-10pm, Wed.-Sat. $-$$

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-10pm Tue.-Thur.; 11am11pm Fri.; 5pm-11pm Sat.; Closed Mon. $ 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. $$

M aharaja » 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.; 11:30am2:30pm Sat.-Sun.; 5pm-10pm Sun.-Thu.; 5pm10:30pm Fri.-Sat. $$

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cacharel » 2221 E. Lamar Blvd., Suite 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 elegance, 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. $$$

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bIstro louIse » 2900 S. Hulen St. Suite 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! 11am-2pm Mon.-Sun.; 5:30pm-9pm Tue.-Thu.; 5:30pm-10pm Fri.-Sat. $$ $

la MadeleIne » 6140 Camp Bowie Blvd., 817.732.4656. Other locations: 305 Main St., 817.332.6099. 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 6:30am-10pm Sun.Thur.; 6:30am-11pm Fri.-Sat. ; 6:30am-8pm Sun.Thur.; 6:30am-10pm Fri.-Sat.; HW114 6:30am-9pm Sun.-Thur.; 6:30am-10pm Fri.-Sat.; Collins and Cooper 6:30am-10pm Sun.-Thur.; 6:30am-11pm Fri.-Sat. $

saI nt- e MI lI on » 3617 W. 7th St., 817.737.2781. Well-concocted country French dishes, including duck, lamb, steak tartare and fresh fish. Full bar. 6pm-10pm Tue.-Sat. $$ $

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edelWeIss caFÉ » 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 Tue.-Sat. $$ g reenWood’s » 3522 Bluebonnet Cir. 817.921.6777. A great place to venture out and try some traditional German cuisine. 4pm-9pm Tue.-Thur.; 4pm-10 pm Fri.-Sat.; 11am-3pm Thur.Fri.. $$

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ca FÉ M ed I » 420 Grapevine Hwy., 817.788.5110. This authentic Greek restaurant offers only the freshest and homemade recipes, including Greek salad, gyros and tasty hummus

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and flatbread. 11am-2:30pm, 5pm-10pm Tue.-Sat.; 11am-9pm Sun. $

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. $

JAZZ CAFÉ » 2504 Montgomery St., 817.737.0043. Funky, laid-back service and atmosphere with dependable Tex-Greek food and great music. House band plays fine jazz on Sunday. Sunday champagne brunch. 11am-3pm Mon.Fri.; 9am-3pm Sat.; 9am-2pm Sun. $

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Bi RAPOREtti ’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 11am11pm. Sun.-Mon. & Wed.-Thur.; 11am-12:30am Tues.; 11am-12am Fri.-Sat. $$

itAliAnni’S » 1601 Precinct Line Rd., Hurst, 817.281.7272. This quaint Italian bistro includes the genre standards, as well as some creative dishes like three-pepper calamari. 11am-10pm Sun.-Thu.; 11am-11pm Fri.-Sat. $$

l A 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. $$

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. $

PAliO’S PiZZA CAFÉ » 5712 Colleyville Blvd., 817.605.7555. This pizza café offers interesting and high-end pizza toppings. 11am-10pm daily. $

PiCCOlO MOndO » 829 E. Lamar Blvd., 817.265.9174. Don’t let the strip-center dining surprise you. Excellent service and inviting atmosphere. 5:30pm-10:30pm Mon-Thu.; 11:30am-2:30pm Mon.-Fri.; 5:30pm-11pm Fri.-Sat.; 5pm-10pm Sun. $ - $$

RUGGERi ’S R iStORAntE » 32 Village Lane, 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. 11am-2pm Mon.-Fri.; 5pm-9pm daily $$

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AVE ntinO’S » 3206 Winthrop Ave., 817. 731.0711. Good old-fashioned Italian. Think chicken picatta and one of the best no-frills marinaras around. Luscious desserts, too. 11am2pm Mon.-Fri.; 5pm-9pm Mon.-Thur.; 5:30pm10pm Fri.-Sat. $$ - $$ $

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 lowkey gatherings of friends. 11:30am-1pm Mon.-Fri.; 6pm-9pm Mon.-Thur.; 6pm-10pm Fri.-Sat. $$

CAFÉ BE ll A » 3548 South Hills Dr., 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. $ - $$

C iAO » 500 Commerce St., 817.335.0500. Directly across from Bass Hall downtown, the restaurant serves up classic Italian in the form of delicious Caesar salads and pizzas. 11am2pm Mon.-Fri.; 5pm-10pm Mon.-Thur.; 5pm-11pm Fri.-Sat. $$

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 appetitie try the Agnello al Forno, a seared lamb loin dish. 4pm-10pm Mon.-Thur.; 4pm-11pm Fri.Sat. $$

FORtU nA » 5837 Camp Bowie Blvd., 817.737.4469. This little Italian restaurant is a favorite among Fort Worthians. 11a.m.-10p.m. Sun.-Thur.; 11a.m.-11p.m. Fri.-Sat. $

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.-Thur.; 5pm-11pm Fri.-Sat. $ - $$

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-1pm Sun.-Fri.; 5:30pm-10pm Sun.-Thur.; 4pm-10pm Fri.-Sat. $$$

MAMA’S PiZZA » 1813 W. Berry St., 817.923.3541. 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-ToGo: 11am-10pm Mon.-Thur.; 11am-11pm Fri.-Sat.; Noon-10pm Sun. $

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. 11am-1pm Mon.Fri.; 4pm-9pm Mon.-Thur.; 4pm-10pm Fri.-Sat.: Closed Sun. $

MARGiE’S ORiGniAl itAliAn KitCHEn » 9805 Camp Bowie West, 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.; 5pm11pm Fri.-Sat. $$

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.-Thur.; 11am11pm Fri.-Sat. $$

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. 10am-10pm Mon.-Sat. $

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.; 5:30pm-8:30pm Tue.-Thur.; 5:30pm-9:30pm Fri. $-$$

On BROAdWAY REStAURAnt » 6306 Hulen Bend, 817.346.8841. Italian fare that features homemade pasta and seafood. Don’t go away without trying a flaming dessert. New executive chef. 5:30pm-10pm Sun.-Thur.; 5:30pm10:30pm Fri.-Sat. $$

PiOl A » 3700 Mattison Ave., 817.9890007.

Nestled in Fort Worth’s Cultural District, this cozy bistro serves up true comfort food in the form of authentic Italian cuisine. Try Grandma’s Lasagna or the smoked-chicken fettuccini. For a treat, make reservations to dine on the patio. 11am-2pm Mon-Fri; 5pm-10pm Mon-Sat. $$

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. 10am-11pm Sun.Thur.; 10am-Midnight Fri.-Sat. $

RUFF in O’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. 11am-2pm Mon.-Fri.; 5pm-9pm Mon.-Thur.; 5pm-10pm Fri.-Sat. $$

tAVER nA R i SOttER iA » 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 Sun.-Thur.; 11am-11pm Fri.-Sat. $ - $$

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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. Highquality steak and house-made pastas are cooked in an authentic Italian wood oven to give you the taste of Italy. 11am-10pm Sun.-Thur., 11am-11pm Fri.-Sat. $ - $$

BUCA di BEPPO » 2701 E. State Hwy. 114, Southlake, 817.749.MAMA. 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.; 11am-9pm Sun. $$ FERRARi’S itAliAn VillA >> 1200 William D. Tate Ave., 817.251.2525. This upscale restaurant boasts authentic Italian cuisine. Owned by the Secchi family, Ferrari’s serves century-old family recipes with a modern twist. 11am-2pm Mon.-Fri.; 5pm-10pm Mon.-Thur.; 5pm-11pm Fri.Sat. $$-$$$

RAVi O li » 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. $

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G lOR iA’S » Colleyville: 5611 Colleyville Blvd., 817.656.1784. Fort Worth: 2600 W. 7th St., 817.332.8800. Arlington: 3901 Arlington Highlands Blvd., Ste. 137, 817.701.2981. 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: 11am10pm Sun.-Thur.; 11am-2am Fri.-Sat. Fort Worth: 11am-9pm Sun.-Mon.; 11am-10pmTue.-Thur.; 11am2am Fri.-Sat. $-$$

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SAPR i Sti ! » 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.Thur.; 5:30pm-10pm Fri.-Sat.; Sunday brunch from 10:30am-2pm. $$

SCAMPi ’S ME ditERRAn EAn 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. 11am-2pm Mon.-Fri.; 5:30pm-9pm Wed.-Thur.; 5:30pm9:30pm Fri.-Sat. $

The Vault >> 525 Taylor St., 817.348.9828. Sample sumptuous Mediterranean cuisine and wonderful wines in a warm, European-inspired setting, and linger at the hip V Lounge Wine & Martini Bar located downstairs. Signature dishes include Vault Paella and many temping tapas selections. Lunch: 11am-2:30pm Mon.-Fri.; Dinner: 5:30-10pm Mon.-Wed.; 5:30-10:30pm Thur.-Sat. $$-$$$

mexican

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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. You never know who will show up, by the looks of all the famous faces gracing the walls. 11am-10pm Mon.-Thur.; 11am11pm Fri.-Sat.; 11am-9pm Sun. $

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.-Thur.; 11am11pm Fri.-Sat. $$

RiO MAMBO » 5150 Highway 121, 817.354.3124. Salad takes a new twist alongside standard TexMex favorites, with the Los Cabos, a Mexican cobb salad of sorts with chicken, avocado and bleu cheese. 11am-9:30pm Sun.-Thur.; 11am10:30pm Fri.-Sat. $$

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AntHO n Y’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. $

BAKER St. PUB & GRill » 6333 Camp Bowie Blvd., 817.377.9772. British-themed 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. $ - $$

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 Tex-Mex mixed in. Great weekend breakfast, as well. 10am-9pm Mon.-Thur., 10am2am Fri.-Sat., 11am-9pm Sun. $

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. $$

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-10p.m Mon-Thur.; 11am-11 pm Fri.Sat.; 10am-9pm Sun. $-$$

C HiMY ’S C ERVECERiA >> 1053 Foch St. 817.348.8888. Famous for it’s nachos and addictive margaritas, this place is a must try for all Tex-Mex lovers. 11am- midnight. Mon.-Sat. $

CHiPOtlE » 3050 S. Hulen St., 817.735.8355

Other locations: 3000 W. 7th St., 817.348.8530. 4484 Bryant Irvin Rd., 817.735.4506. 9127. 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. $

dOS GR in GOS » 1015 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.-Thur.; 11am-11pm Fri.-Sat. $

E l FE niX » 6391 Camp Bowie Blvd., 817.732.5584. More than 80 years ago, the Martinez Family pioneered what is now known internationally as the Tex-Mex 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. 11am10pm daily. $

El R AnCHO 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. 11a.m.-9pm Mon.-Thur.; 11am-10pm Fri.-Sat. $-$$

ESPARAn ZA’S MEXiCAn BAKERY & CAFE » 2122 N. Main St., 817.626.5770. Other location: 1109 Hemphill St., 817.332.3848. The south-of-the-border fare draws neighborhood families and downtowners alike because of the friendly surroundings. It’s owned by the people who run Joe T. Garcia’s, so you know you’re in for a good time. Bakery: 6am-7pm daily; Cafe: 6:30am-6pm Mon.-Fri.; 6:30am-7pmSat.-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 $

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.-Thur.; 11am10pm Fri.-Sat. $

FUZZY’S tACO SHOP » 2917 W. Berry St., 817.924.7943. 2719 Race St., 817.831.TACO The favorites for late nights are tacos, big burritos, great enchiladas and beer. A TCU student hot spot. 10:30am-2am Thu.; 10:30am-3am Fri.-Sat.; 10:30am-midnight Mon.-Wed.; 8am-10pm Sun.; 9:15am-10pm Sun.-Thur.; 9:15am-11pm Fri.-Sat. Race St. $

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, 5-10pm Mon.-Thur., 11am-11pm Fri.-Sat. 11am10pm Sun. $$

lA FAMiliA » 841 Foch St., 817.870.2002. Family-owned and -operated restaurant. Lunch specials are served six days a week. Good ser-

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vice and great Tex-Mex are served up here in large portions. 11am-9pm Mon.-Thur.; 11am-10pm Fri.-Sat. $

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.-Thur.; 11am-11pm Fri.; 10am-11pm Sat.; 10am-10pm Sun. $

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.-Thur.; 11am10pm Fri.-Sat.; 11am-9pm Sun. $

Los vAqueros » 2629 N. Main St., 817.624.1511. 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.-Thur.; 11am-11pm Fri.-Sat.; 10:30am-3pm Sun

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-12am Tue.-Thur.; 5pm-2am Fri.-Sat. $

MI cocINA » 509 Main St., 817.877.3600. Other location: 4601 W. Freeway (I-30 and Hulen), 817.569.1444. 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.-Thur. 11am-11pm Fri.-Sat. $

MI cocINItA » 3509 Bryan Ave., 817.923.0033. This backyard café offers a cozy, casual dining experience. One of Fort Worth’s best-kept secrets. 10:30am-2:30pm Wed.-Fri. $$

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.-Thur.; 11am-10pm Fri.-Sat.; 11am-9pm Sun. $

PAPPAsIto’s cANtINA » 2704 West 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. 11am-10pm Sun.-Thur.; 11am-11pm Fri.-Sat. $$

PuLIdos » 5051 Hwy 377 S. 817.732.7871. Other locations: 817.732.7571. 2900 Pulido St., 817-7314241. 4924 Old Benbrook Rd. Classic Mexican restaurant offering everything from enchiladas to crispy tacos. 11am-9:30 pm Mon-Thur.; 11am-10 pm Fri.-Sat. $

rIo MAMBo » 6125 I-20 at Bryant Irvin, 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.-Thur.; 11am-10:3pm Fri.-Sat. $$

sAMMY’s restAur ANt » 300 West Central, 817.624.0764. Mixture of American and Mexican items includes steaks, soups, seafood, enchiladas and tacos. 5pm-11pm Wed.-Thur.; 5pm-4am Fri.-Sat. $-$$

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. $$

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.-Thur.; 11am-11:30pm Fri.-Sat. $$

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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. 11am-9pm Sun. & tue.-Thur.; 11am-10pm Fri.-Sat. $-$$

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FIsH cIt Y GrILL » 3900 Arlington Heights 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 - 10 pm Mon.- Thur.; 11am – 11pm Fri.-Sat.; 11am- 9pm Sun. $-$$

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dAddY jAck ’s » 353 Throckmorton, 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.; 5pm-10pm Sun.-Thur.; 5pm11pm Fri.-Sat. $$

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. 11a.m.-10p.m. Sun.-Thur.; 11am-11pm Fri.-Sat. $

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. $

PAPPAde AuX » 2708 West Freeway, 817.877.8843. Other location: 1304 E. Copeland Rd., Arlington, 817.543.0544. Basic New Orleansthemed 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.-Thur.; 11am-11pm Fri.-Sat. $$

r AZZoo’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. $$

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.-Thur.; 11am10pm Fri.-Sat. $$

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.-Thur.; 11am-11pm Fri.; 10am-11pm Sat.; Noon-9pm Sun. $ soutHLAke

FIsH cIt Y GrILL » 2750 E. Southlake Blvd., Suite 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 - 10 pm Mon.- Thur.; 11am –11pm Fri.-Sat.; 11am- 9pm Sun. $ - $$

truLuck’s seAFood, steAk & cr AB House » 1420 Plaze Pl.; 817.912.0500. It’s all about the fresh seafood and tender crab at Truluck’s which features a weekly changing menu. 5pm-10pm daily $$$

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BLue MesA BAr & GrILL » 1600 S. University Dr., 817.332.6372. Other location: 158 E. Southlake Blvd., Southlake, 817.416.0055. 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 provides delicious quesadillas with drinks. One of the best brunches you’ll ever eat. 11am-10pm Mon.-Thur.; 11am-11pm Fri.-Sat.; 10am-10pm Sun.; 11am-9pm Mon.-Thur.; 11am-10pm Fri.-Sat.; 10am9pm Sun. Southlake. $$

BoNNeLL’s FINe teXAs 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. 11am2:30pm Tue.-Fri.; 5:30pm-10pm Tue.-Sat. $$ $ LANNY’s ALtA cocINA MeXIcANA » 3405 W. 7th St., 817.850.9996. Don’t go in expecting traditional enchiladas and tacos. Instead, enjoy multiple courses of nouvelle Mexican cuisine from a fourth-generation member of the Joe T. Garcia family. 11:30am-2pm Tue.-Fri.; 5:30pm10pm Tue.-Thur.; 5:30pm-10:30pm Fri.-Sat. $$$

tHe LoNesoMe dove WesterN BIstro » 2406 N. Main St., 817.740.8810. A whitetablecloth 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 coffee-rubbed kangaroo tail. 11:30am-2:30pm Tue.-Sat.; 5pm-10pm Mon.-Thur.; 5pm-11pm Fri.-Sat. $$ $

MIc HAe L s restAur ANt & ANc Ho cHILe BAr » 3413 West 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 Thur.Fri.; 5pm-1am Sat. $

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 palatepleasing 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. 11am2:30pm, 5pm-10:30pm daily. Bluegrass Brunch 11am-2pm Sun. $$

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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. 10am-10pm Sun.; 11am-10pm Mon.-Thur.; 11am-11pm Fri.-Sat. $-$$

tr AIL 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. 11am-10pm Sun.-Thur.; 11am-11pFri.-Sat. $$$ Fort WortH

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.-Thur.; 11am-11pm Fri.-Sat.; 1pm-9pm Sun. $$$

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.-Thur.; 5pm-11pm Fri.-Sat.; 5pm-9pm Sun. $$$

FueGo » 6333 Camp Bowie Blvd., 817.377.4400. Try chef/owner Efrain Benitez’s Queso Fuego. This dish, ignited tableside, features cheese, jalapenos and ground beef. 11am-3pm Mon.-Fri.; 5pm-10pm Mon.-Sat. $$$

Gr Ace r estAur ANt >> 777 Main St., 817.877.3388. With fresh, bold flavors and high-quality ingredients, Grace serves modern American classics on its protein-driven menu. Hours TBD.

H3 r ANcH » 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. $$$

H o FFB r Au » 1712 S. University Dr., 817.870.1952. A relaxed setting that serves up good steaks, chargrilled pork chops, baconwrapped shrimp, fried pickles and banana pud-

ding. 11am-10pm Sun.-Thur.; 11am-11pm Fri.-Sat. $$

kj’s soutHWest GrILL » 9143 Grapevine Hwy., 817.503.8883. New to the Tarrant County landscape, this restaurant offers steaks, burgers and other American favorites. 11am-10pm daily. $ tHe keG steAkHouse & BAr » 5760 S.W. Loop 820, 817.731.3534. The fireplace makes it cozy, but the food makes it better, especially the oddball, round “baseball steak.” Try the baconwrapped scallops with a zesty cocktail sauce or the grilled top sirloin. 4pm-10pm Sun.-Thur.; 4pm-11pm Fri.-Sat. $$$

LAMBert’s >> 2731 White Settlement Road, 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. 5-10 pm Mon.-Thur.; 5-11 pm Fri.-Sat.; 11 am-3pm Sun. $$

M ercurY c HoP 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. $$$

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. $$

M restAur ANt » 215 University Dr. This upscale fusion restaurant serves up a wide array of culinary favorites, including juicy filet mignon cooked to perfection. The fare can be described as creative, contemporary cuisine in a modern, edgy atmosphere. 5pm-11am Mon.-Sun.; 10:30pm-2am Fri.-Sat. $$-$$$

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. $$-$$$

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. 5-10 pm Mon.-Thur.; 5-11 pm Fri.-Sat.; 5-9:30 pm Sun. $$$

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. 6:30 am-10 pm Sun.-Thur.; 6:30 am-11pm Fri.-Sat. $$

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. $$ $

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j r .’s steAkHouse » 5 400 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. $$$

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 Sun.-Thu.; 4:30pm-11pm Fri.-Sat. $$$

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Blind Faith

[ in Aledo’s athletic community ]

by Alicia Berger

J. W. Kelly has battled the effects of retinitis pigmentosa since the dawn of his life. The results of this degenerative blindness quickly dampened his plans to play sports. While these first chapters could have been the making of Kelly’s mantra of defeat, they instead became a foundation for his strength and resulting grit.

To say that Kelly is a sports fanatic is an understatement. He has spent a relative lifetime devoting his energy and talents to Aledo’s athletic community. Kelly currently serves during athletic games, helping with disabled seating or taking tickets at the gates. In the past, he ran the clock and kept official score at basketball, baseball and football games, as well as advised players from the dugout or sidelines and announced games via the press box. As a token of Aledo’s appreciation, Kelly was given a state championship ring, which he proudly wears on his right hand, when the varsity football team won the state championship in 1998.

Despite the challenges of blindness, Kelly feels he is “one of the most blessed people in the world” due to the positive influence of his mother, his loving wife, Janice, and loyal guide dog, Maggie Ann. Kelly’s future goals include setting foot on all continents, witnessing Aledo win another state championship and acquiring a ring for his lonely left hand.

3,600 doctors, 6,300 nurses, 18,000 employees, 2,100 volunteers and 13 hospitals are uniting under a single name.

The Best on Both Roads

Swen Richter seems to have found the cure for his highway and city driving habits. As a full-time computer graphics designer at MRI in Mansfield, Richter uses his 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML 320CDI to get the job done. Because Richter “drives a lot of highway miles,” this fuel-efficient SUV does the trick. Richter also mentioned that the vehicle is great for toting kayaks down to Houston where he surfs and fishes in his free time. Richter purchased his ML 320CDI from Park Place Motorcars on Bryant Irvin Road and said “the customer service is great” at this local Park Place dealership.

Also part-time manager of City Streets downtown, Richter is the imminentowner of a 2009 Smart Passion and claims the 8 ½ foot-long vehicle will be easier to park. He ordered the Smart Passion convertible, so be assured that Richter will take full advantage of his ultimate sunroof—a feature that he said attracted him to the vehicle. “How big of a car do you really need?”

Richter questions in support of his smaller car. If you’re wondering, give Park Place a call. As Richter said, “They always call back and let you know what’s going on.”

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