Arts + Culture

A Legacy of Love

Megan and Keith Conlon lead the 42nd Annual St. Valentine’s Day Luncheon and Fashion Show, honoring personal loss, community legacy, and the ongoing fight to end blood cancer. Article by Lauren Stone In a city where style and service often walk hand in hand, few events capture the spirit of both like the Saint Valentine’s Day Luncheon and Fashion Show. On Wednesday, February 4, 2026, the Morton H. Meyerson Symphony Center will once again set the stage for this beloved Dallas tradition—a...

Education

Connect. Commit. Contribute. Repeat.

The State Fair of Texas’ Historic Role in Strengthening Community Through Education and Philanthropy Article by David Muscari Last year, about 2.4 million people walked into Fair Park to enjoy the State Fair of Texas. What many may not know is that it operates as an impactful nonprofit with a mission that extends far beyond the fun. The Fair supports communities through an impressive range of charitable initiatives focused on education, economic development, and cultural enrichment. “What...

Life + Culture

For the Birds

Park Cities Quail Coalition has raised $19.5 million to preserve and protect Texas quail. Article by Kelsey Kosh Like the quail populations they raise money to preserve and protect, Park Cities Quail Coalition is small, but mighty. The group began in 2006 when founder Joe Crafton moved from Tennessee to Dallas, anxious to continue his quail hunting and conservation hobbies with a group of friends. “Back then, Quail Unlimited was a big national organization, kind of like Ducks Unlimited,” says...

Food + Beverage

French Fare with A Bit of Flair

Vandelay Hospitality has partnered with Chef Eliott Azoulay for Snider Plaza’s Le Bistrot Bar Sardine. Article by Kelsey Kosh Dallas-based Vandelay Hospitality Group opened French concept Le Bistrot Bar Sardine in December 2024. The Parisian bistro-inspired venue is the company’s second inside Highland Park’s Snider Plaza: It opened New Orleans-style chophouse and bar Jack & Harry’s six months earlier. “Our vision for Bar Sardine was to create a space that encapsulates the essence of a...

Food + Beverage

Foodie Alert: Sample Some of Dallas’ Restaurant Favorites and Their Irresistible Creations

These Standout Spots In and Around the Park Cities Are Redefining the Local Cuisine Scene Article by David Muscari Evelyn 1201 Turtle Creek Blvd Reach Hospitality’s latest hotspot opened last March in the Dallas Design District. Known for its successful concepts (The Mexican, Pie Tap), co-owner Todd Istre is a Highland Park resident who understands the market. Evelyn brings a unique personality—confident, refined, and packed with fresh energy—that fills various rooms in the sprawling...

Food + Beverage

Making Meals Worth Gathering For

How Maegan Brown, aka The BakerMama, turned a love of cooking into a brand built on connection Article by Lauren Stone | Photography by Kelsey Foster Photography Most days, Maegan Brown’s kitchen is a lively scene: four kids hovering over bowls of pancake mix, taste-testing pizza toppings, or watching their mom arrange the next eye-catching food board. Known to hundreds of thousands online as The BakerMama, Brown is a best-selling cookbook author and Instagram-viral food board builder who has...

Food + Beverage

Your Fried Food Field Guide

The ultimate State Fair of Texas cheat sheet Article by Cynthia Smoot #1: Fletcher’s Original Corny Dog  The corny dog was invented right here in Dallas and debuted at the Fair in 1942. If it doesn’t say Fletcher’s – it’s not the original. ‘Nuff said. #2: Fernie’s Funnel Cake Batter is poured through a funnel into hot oil, fried until golden-brown, then topped with powdered sugar. This top-selling sweet treat can’t be beat! #3: Zable’s Belgian Waffles The Zable family brought Belgian...

Food + Beverage

Big Tex’s Best

One Texas family’s indelible impact on unforgettable State Fair Food Article by David Muscari A beloved tradition since 1886, the State Fair of Texas is a fall fixture. This year’s festivities kicked off on September 26 and run through October 19. Visitors from near and far flock to Fair Park for music, midway rides, football, and, of course, legendary fried creations and other tasty treats. Few people know the landscape better than Sherri Pietsch Kusak. She and her husband, Glen, own Farm...

Beauty

Threading Dreams Into Legacy

Global roots and bridal dreams shape Esé Grembowski’s couture journey. Article by Lauren Stone When Esé Grembowski moved to Dallas to pursue a master’s degree in accounting at SMU, she had no idea the city would be where she’d find her voice, and her future, in fashion. “This was the first time I was on my own, not living under my parents’ roof,” says the Nigerian-born, Canada-raised designer. “I realized it was my chance to take a leap of faith and really pursue my fashion dreams.”  ...

Arts + Culture

Connecting and Resonating

The vibrant ebb and flow of real life is the heartbeat of Dallas painter Laura Petka’s striking fine art Article by David Muscari Laura Petka’s creativity began at a young age and has blossomed over the years. “I’ve been a painter and an artist for as long as I can remember—really, since childhood,” she says. Nowadays, the Park Cities resident is a treasured professional with an impressive list of clients and an impeccable reputation. Petka spent six years of her career as an art gallery...