Sweet treats from Wackym’s Kitchen are seemingly everywhere, including the Dallas Farmers Market, Albertsons and Central Market. But these light, crisp cookies with 39 flavors are local, starting just 12 years ago by the efforts of Paul Wackym. Wackym, 59, founded the business in the fall of 2008, during the…
The latest Dallas-based artist to join Def Jam Recordings’ ever-growing roster is rapper MAJ. After releasing his debut EP Majestic this March, MAJ is still at work making music. Earlier this month, he released an ode to cars called “Supreme.” When making music, MAJ tries to stay away from topics…
Last month, Dallas rapper Spencer Mahurt, better known as Uncle Skitz, died of unknown causes. Before he died, he was hard at work on his debut album, 1PLAYAWAY, which will be released posthumously Friday. Over the course of the past year, he had been recording Southern-inspired trap music infused with…
For years, Dallas-native singer Ariel Saldivar, better known as CAMÍNA, has supported local acts like The Polyphonic Spree and Broken Social Scene on their tours. With years of instrumental and vocal training accompanied by activism and a passion for contemporary social justice issues, CAMÍNA is ready to release a debut…
In the Season 1 finale of Netflix original series The Umbrella Academy, Vanya Hargreeves (Ellen Page), a superhero-turned-villain whose power is the ability to convert sound into energy, plays a concert that results in an apocalypse. When her brother Five (Aidan Gallagher) manages to gather all of their siblings in…
Good to Go is a column where our food writers explore Dallas’ restaurant scene through takeout orders, delivery boxes and reheated leftovers. It may be a tough time for our country — politically, spiritually, emotionally and mentally — but that doesn’t mean we can’t strive to make America kind again…
It appears the COVID-19 pandemic isn’t ending anytime soon, and while some restaurants have had to shut their doors for the second time in a matter of months, they are still hard at work giving back to the community. The pandemic has deeply affected first responders and service industry workers,…
Growing is an essential part of life, and that’s a message that Dallas-based singer and rapper Amore Bey conveys in every one of his songs. After facing deep losses, Bey is using the hard life lessons he’s learned to plant seeds of wisdom into his art, while planting literal seeds…
A Deep Ellum favorite is sliding over to Grapevine. Easy Slider is set to open its second physical location in a new food hall in the North Texas suburb this fall. Harvest Hall comes as part of new development project Grapevine Main, a $105 million transit-oriented project located at the…
Since its premiere in 2016, the sitcom Search Party has developed a cult following. The dark comedy tells the tale of the disappearance of Chantal Witherbottom and a group of friends who suddenly find themselves involved with the mystery. In the most recent season, characters Dory Sief (Alia Shawkat) and…
While streaming is the most popular method for music consumption, many purists still value the art of radio broadcast. Over the course of many decades, Dallas-Fort Worth has produced many legendary sportscasters, DJs and personalities, and this November, four North Texas radio personalities will be inducted into the Texas Radio…
It’s hard to find a silver lining, but if there’s one good thing that’s come from being quarantined, it’s the fact that we are being forced to slow down, reflect and get reacquainted with our homes. In the past, we would typically spend most of our waking time at school…
From a creative perspective, the first thought on some people’s minds during the pandemic is “What kind of art will come of this?” Screenwriters and producers are scrambling to create original film and television programs inspired by COVID-19. Meanwhile, a Dallas actress is already ahead of the game. On a…
Historically speaking, when opening a new restaurant, owners wouldn’t typically plan for a pandemic. If there’s anything we’ve learned during COVID-19, it’s that optimizing a store for service during an international health crisis may be the new normal. Such is the case for Michelle Bonds, owner of Trova Wine and…
Good to Go is a column in whicjhour food writers explore Dallas’ restaurant scene through takeout orders, delivery boxes and reheated leftovers. At one cute little diner, guests can enjoy burgers, sandwiches, hot dogs and milkshakes, all at an affordable price. Granted, Hunky’s Old-Fashioned Hamburgers has closed much of the…
When he appeared on the 16th season of American Idol, Plano native and singer-songwriter Ron Bultongez was excited to make a name for himself. While Bultongez was eliminated shortly after making it to the top 24, his hometown still celebrated him. Over the course of the past three years, the…
Mini golfing has landed in West Dallas, and while the idea of golfing in groups may sound a bit unsafe during a pandemic, Another Round is allowing for fun at a safe distance. The company is the brainchild of husband and wife duo Kendall and Alicia Spence, inspired by their…
While we’re supposed to be staying at home, Texas rappers are making sure we still feel the Hot Girl Summer spirit. Megan thee Stallion received her first Billboard Hot 100 No. 1 last month with the Beyoncé-assisted “Savage Remix,” and now Dallas-based rapper Erica Banks is hot off the release…
This summer, Palmer’s Hot Chicken will be one of the new Nashville hot chicken establishments opening in Dallas. It’s the brainchild of Palmer Fortune, who is also the owner of two Porch restaurants in St. Simon’s Island, Georgia. The menu at Palmer’s will be identical to that of Porch, offering…
This pride month, Dallas-based singer Hey Greg, Hello is hot off the release of two new singles. The artist’s new tracks “Can’t Take It” and “In My Head” are emotionally charged pop-punk bangers. While there are many reasons to avoid partying these days, Greg’s songs make it hard to resist…
There’s frequently a lot of work that goes into a favorite dish at a restaurant, and now you have the opportunity to learn more about how some of our city’s notable chefs and tastemakers came to be. Monday through Thursday, you can bid on a 30-minute, one-on-one conversation with a…
The long-awaited Invasion restaurant has arrived in Old East Dallas. The people behind Invasion had to push back their opening, which was originally planned for last spring, because of COVID-19. Now, they’re serving burgers, sandwiches, wings and other treats in a quick, easy manner. Invasion is a small, simple space…
