Food + Beverage

Marvelously Modern Mexican

Chef Matt McAllister revamps the creative culinary courses at Una Vida Article by Bret McKinney Last fall, renowned chef Matt McAllister joined local restaurateur giant Mike Karns to revitalize the former Taco Diner space at West Village, creating an entirely new concept that features fresh cantina-style fare for particularly polished palates. Unique ingredients and options for any dietary desire make up the menu at Una Vida, the newest concept from Local Favorite Restaurant Group. We...

Food + Beverage

Fresh Fare!

New Restaurants worth tasting at Preston Hollow Village Article by Bret McKinney Preston Hollow Village welcomes four new spots this fall with cool cuisine and fresh flavors. Chido Tacos and Tequila includes a swanky upstairs lounge and features Fort Worth Nachos inspired by Joe T. Garcia's and the Chido Uber inspired by the Mambo Taxi.  chidodfw.com Fortune House is a dumpling shop with a long menu of dishes like pepper steak, orange chicken, scallion pancakes and mu shu from restaurateur...

Food + Beverage

Catering Connection

Be the host with the most this holiday season with these Culinary Creatives Article by Melissa Mullen When it comes to culinary creativity and excellence, Dallas is home to some of the most innovative caterers in the business. Today, we're shining a spotlight on three local stars who are elevating the art of hosting: Proper Catering & Events, Kim Cakes, and Knife and Faulk. Proper Catering & Events: Where Elegance Meets Flavor Founded by Carra Freeman, Proper Catering & Events doesn't just...

Home Services

Kitchen Concierge

The Family Concierge can take the chaos out of your kitchen Article by Melissa Mullen A local hero is emerging in Preston Hollow—not with a cape, but with a ladle and a label maker. Meet Leigh Daugherty, the force behind The Family Concierge, a business that's revolutionizing how people like you approach meal times and kitchen organization. As a mom of three, a doting Nonna (grandma) to many, and a retired Marine wife, Leigh understands the chaos that can reign in a busy household. She's seen...

Food + Beverage

Eating Immaculately

Elevate Your Soiree with Knife and Faulk Article by Melissa Mullen Ever been to an event where the food was so good, you couldn't stop talking about it? That's what Knife & Faulk aims for every single time. This Dallas catering company isn't just about filling plates – they're all about creating experiences that linger in your memory long after the last bite. What's their secret? Modern American dishes made with food grown right here in Texas. Think fresh, local ingredients turned into...

Food + Beverage

Carajillo Cool

The Deuber Table recipe for the Espresso Martini's carajillo counterpart Article by Bret McKinney   We all know Mark and Cary Deuber as the essential "Fountain of Youth" on Lemmon Avenue as well as fashionable globe trotters that travel and explore the sexiest corners of the world in style.  Mark and Cary also elevate the art of all things culinary with "The Deuber Table" sharing their creative collaborations in the kitchen. If you’re an espresso martini fan, The Deuber Table shares a new...

Health + Wellness

A Women's Wellness World

Dr. Priya Patel takes women's healthcare above and beyond Article by Melissa Mullen Q1. Where did you practice medicine in the past and how did that lead to you creating FeminologyMD? My background as a traditionally trained OB/GYN led me to a more typical group practice that was quite busy, but I found that traditional healthcare has continued barriers and constraints that often limit the ability to truly understand and treat the “whole person.” This prompted me to complete additional...

Shopping

Style Setter: Trends that Transition

Jennifer Mayrath and the experts from Clotheshorse Anonymous share the latest trends Article by Bret McKinney Jennifer Mayrath and the experts from Clotheshorse Anonymous share the latest trends for Fall 2024:  As Summer comes to an end and Fall finds its way back to Texas, there is a challenge to dress to the season during September’s temperature transition.  Even though the calendar says Fall, the temperature can stay upward of 80 degrees in Texas. The style experts at Clotheshorse...

Real Estate

Estate Style

A Glimpse into the prestigious Lake Forest Neighborhood with Realtor Laura Michelle Article by Melissa Mullen PHCL partner Laura Michelle takes us inside of her exclusive Preston Hollow neighborhood Lake Forest .  Laura Michelle currently has two listings in this sought-after gated community in the northeast corner of Preston Hollow.  Lake Forest is situated on more than 170 acres at the intersection of Forest Lane and Hillcrest Road, bordered by Churchill Lane to the north and the White Rock...

Event Planning + Services

STYLE Settings

Creating the perfect Tablescape for the perfect Soiree Article by Bret McKinney | Photography by Kate Jerrier As summer comes to an end, entertaining seasos begins!  From now through the holiday season, calendars are stacked with soirees and celebrations and for those of us who are hosting, sponsoring or planning, here are some tips for setting your table with STYLE. 1. Floral and Decor.  Fresh flowers, candles, and unique centerpieces not only tie the elements of a tablescape together but...