We’re coming up on nearly a month of state-ordered quarantine and although it has monumentally sucked, artists are still finding ways to connect with their fans. Dominican singer-songwriter Amara La Negra is encouraging fans to stay safe and remain creative while in quarantine. The Love & Hip Hop: Miami breakout…
As if this Easter holiday wasn’t forlorn enough, workers at a Plano food pantry returned to work from the holiday to discover that they had been robbed. This weekend, a truck from Minnie’s Food Pantry was stolen from the parking lot. Throughout the coronavirus-related closures, the team at Minnie’s Food…
Government stay-at-home orders have left us with a lot of mixed feelings. While a very small percentage may be overjoyed about not having to leave the house or interact with people, the fair majority are feeling sad, anxious and aggressively horny. While single and non-monogamous people have had to refrain…
We may be quarantined, but people are still finding ways to get creative from home. One popular trend on the video-sharing app TikTok has users participating in a series of dance challenges, in which one TikToker creates a dance routine, which may or may not go viral, and other TikTok…
Unless you’ve been living under a rock, you’ve probably already binged Netflix’s new docuseries, Tiger King: Murder, Mayhem and Madness. I mean, come on, what else is there to do? From beginning to end, Tiger King is a wild ride that documents the life of lion and tiger conservationist Joe…
While actual reality seems doomed to hell, we are all stuck at home binging on reality shows (like that trainwreck Love Is Blind) and true-crime documentaries like Tiger King. But what about shows that take you back specifically to Dallas? You know, that city we used to know and love…
March 16, many of Dallas’ hospitality and service industry workers were immediately affected by Dallas Mayor Eric Johnson’s mandate to close all bars, breweries, taverns and restaurants for in-house dining. The move to stop the spread of COVID-19 left many hospitality and service industry workers unsure of how they will…
Your booty call is on hold, indefinitely, as the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention is recommending everyone practice social distancing. While many people are enjoying this time away from work, others are finding themselves rather … lonely. In simpler times, time away from work meant more time for Tinder…
Friday, March 13 Fair Park Pop-Ups: Movie Night: Black Panther 7 p.m. Friday, March 13 Fair Park Band Shell Free Catch a free screening of Marvel’s Black Panther at the Fair Park Band Shell. Bring your own blankets and chairs. Food and beverages will be available for purchase from local…
The city of Dallas has canceled the beloved annual St. Patrick’s Day parade this year, but there are still plenty of festive opportunities this weekend up until March 17 (actual St. Patrick’s Day). If you’re feeling the luck of the Irish this year, and if the only Corona you’re concerned…
In Dallas you can be anything, so why be basic? Our city has many talented artists ready to spice up your home or wardrobe. Whether you’re projecting penile shadows to bring to life your phallic phantasy, or channeling your inner Nicki Minaj with Barbie shoe earrings, you were born to…
If you’ve been to Asian Mint, you know that it’s chef Nikky Phinyawatana’s mission to feed your soul as well as your body. She even has a YouTube channel called “Nikky Feeding Souls,” in which she shows her travels through Thailand and how she carefully sources her ingredients. With each…
If you’re still reeling over the news that SXSW was canceled because of growing concern over COVID-19, you can take some consolation in the fact that there are still plenty of shows you can catch here in Dallas. This Saturday, March 14, Four Corners Brewing Company will host ChingonX, a…
A new sandwich shop is joining the lineup of eateries near the Dallas Arts District on Wednesday. Hailing from California is Mendocino Farms, a sandwich restaurant committed to “selling happy.” Mendocino Farms first opened in 2005 by husband-wife duo Mario Del Pero and Ellen Chen. They have since been popular…
We’re a few weeks into Lent now, and if you chose to give up alcohol for 40 days, surely, you’re feeling like you’re missing out, especially given the number of bars and restaurants in Dallas. If that’s the case for you, or you’re a non-drinker, there are still a good…
When you’re craving late-night bites, but cringe at the idea of fast food, Khanh Nguyen has two great cuisines for you. Pho and other Vietnamese-inspired snacks are available at DaLat, and filling pizza creations are available at ZaLat. Nguyen grew up in Vietnam, arriving to the States after being picked…
While it’s great to save money when dining in Dallas, sometimes you just have to splurge. Going out for food and drinks adds up, so when you’re spending money, you’ve got to make sure it’s worth it. And Ocean Prime has some killer cocktails that are worth shelling out some…
Friday, March 6 RuPaul’s Drag Race watch party 7 p.m. Friday, March 6 Alexandre’s Free-ish Catch the latest episode of RuPaul’s Drag Race at Alexandre’s. While you’re at it, support your local queens and catch a drag show on the Strip afterward. Yoga N Da Hood: Beyoncé 7 p.m. Friday,…
Not all artists dream of seeing their work around the world. At least, not when it’s being copied, which is what Dallas artist Ricardo Paniagua claims has happened to him, twice in the last few months. Having their art displayed in public areas brings about many many nuisances for muralists,…
One notable trend in Dallas’ dining scene is the food pop-up. Rather than opening a storefront or an outpost, many new chefs are starting out by doing a series of these events, where they can serve their food on the go, usually collaborating with another business. One pop-up that’s been…
Oak Lawn and Cedar Springs just got a hell of a lot more vibrant. Last week, new rainbow crosswalks were installed at the Dallas intersection, the first of 10 rainbow crosswalks planned for the strip at the Cedar Springs neighborhood, which has long served as a bar and nightlife district…
Unless you’ve been living under a rock, you know Primo’s MX Kitchen and Lounge made a grand return to Uptown last month, following an almost seven-year hiatus. Bringing back Texas and southern Mexican cuisine, Primo’s has been a long-missed favorite. Primo’s also has plans for two new locations at the…
