Vanessa Brown

Dallas International Film Festival rolls out the red carpet Thursday

Celebrities and movie buffs from across the country will flock to Mockingbird Station for the 2010 Dallas International Film Festival. There are more than 200 films to choose from. Despite parting ways with AFI, rookie artistic director, James Faust...

Labor Day weekend: Bedford Blues and BBQ Festival

After a long hiatus, the Bedford BBQ and Blues Festival is back. It returns to North Texas just in time for Labor Day weekend.BluesFest brings together musical artists from all over the state. It kicks off Saturday, September 5th...

The Cupcakery now serves champagne

You may have heard the buzz about Sprinkles, but now there’s fierce competition in the Dallas cupcake business. The Cupcakery in Uptown is now open and it’s going one step further by serving up the bubbly...

Free movie nights in Dallas, Fort Worth and Addison

Break out the popcorn and beer, there are free movies playing all over the Dallas/Fort Worth Metroplex. The days of drive-in movies may be long gone, but the outdoor bigscreen lives on, at least during the...

Forget spin class, get on a real bike and hit the Katy Trail

It took me way too long to check out the Katy Trail. Now that I have, I can honestly say I love it. It's a great way to get some exercise and fresh air all...

Need something random? Try Froggies in Uptown

Froggies in Uptown may not be stocked with necessities, but it sure is fun to shop there. You can find funny greeting cards, “shut the hell up” chewing gum and books for every occasion.I once bought a...

Get your fashion fix at Etsy Dallas spring bash craft show

Saturday, May 16th, Etsy Dallas will host its spring bash craft show at South Side on Lamar in Dallas. The event brings together more than 50 artists, crafters and designers.Etsy Dallas was founded in 2007. It is independently run...

Lazy Sunday? Hop aboard the Uptown trolley

We watch as it passes us by every day in Uptown. If only I had a nickel for every time I heard “I’ve always wanted to ride it.” Well, I would have at least a dollar...

The Porch: It's like home cooking, only better

The Porch, you had me at mac and cheese. Seriously, it is amazing. If you make it out to this neighborhood bistro on Henderson, be sure to try it. The smoked ham mac and cheese casserole may be a side...

The Dallas West End Historic District is bustling with activity

Whether you’re just visiting Dallas, or you live here, the West End is always a great spot to check out if you’re looking for something to do.Many locals probably view it as a tourist attraction...

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