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[ December 22, 2011; 3:00 pm; ] From the tea salons of Paris to the cafes of Dallas, Dallas Foodie has done extensive research to determine who makes the best hot chocolates in Dallas. Get the list before winter hits.

[ July 11, 2011; ] This is my second interview in the Fascinating People from Dallas Series in-which I'm reaching out to people who I think are doing cool things and providing value to the city and for those living here. It didn't take me long to think of someone who has brought some awesomeness and [...]

[ May 22, 2011; 4:00 pm to 8:00 pm. 4:00 pm to 8:00 pm. ] The 3rd annual BrewRiot and Homebrew competition takes place in the historic Bishop Arts District on May 22, from 4-8pm. Local homebrewers compete in the streets showcasing their craft brews alongside live music, games, and more. Several regional microbrewies will also be on hand sampling their wares and answering questions. Adding to the Brewriot this year is a Backyard Burger Throw-down competition, and a live performance by The King Bucks. Bring your IDs. Kids and pets are welcome.

[ July 13, 2010; July 14, 2010; ] Frenchmen, Francophiles and mimes around the world will come together on Wednesday, July 14th to celebrate that most sacred of French holidays, Bastille Day. Check out how the Bishop Arts District & businesses such as Meddlesome Moth, Smoke, Park, and Bolsa are celebrating.

[ June 20, 2010; ] Now that phrases like “urban in-fill,” “in-town living,” and “walkability,” are the new urban-planning buzzwords, many are beginning to realize that Oak Cliff, especially North Oak Cliff, is so much more than its bad reputation. In addition to legendary killers, the more upstanding Stevie Ray Vaughn, Erykah Badu, Edie Brickell, Dennis Rodman, and T-Bone Walker also once called it home. And these days, there seems to be some sort of festival almost every weekend, whether it’s the Oak Cliff Art Crawl , the Oak Cliff Block Party Peace Festival, the Oak Cliff Mardi Gras, the Oak Cliff Earth Day Festival, or Cyclesomatic.
Is Oak Cliff the "Austin" of Dallas? Learn more about art, cuisine & culture in Oak Cliff from an insider's point of view.

[ June 12, 2010; 6:00 pm to 10:00 pm. ] The Bishop Arts District will be closing down North Bishop Avenue this Saturday, June 12th, for the Second Annual Brew Riot Festival. From 6pm to 10pm, taste free samples from 11 homebrewers (like Nasty Nelly’s Strange Brew, MyBlock Miabock, or Mind the GAP Mild) and beers from 9 microbreweries.

[ April 10, 2010; 12:00 pm to 8:00 pm. April 11, 2010; 12:00 pm to 8:00 pm. ] The Second Annual Oak Cliff Art Crawl presented by Go Oak Cliff will be a great event for families and locals interested in the Dallas arts scene. The event goes above and beyond to create a fun and friendly environment while offering a unique look into the Oak Cliff we all have yet to discover.

[ March 29, 2009; 2:30 pm to 4:00 pm. ] Bike Friendly Oak Cliff is a group of bicycle advocates promoting the creation of better cycling facilities in Oak Cliff. They are gaining quite a large following in a short period of time. The group has successfully raised money to install bike racks at popular hang outs in the Bishop Arts District.

Their next ride is planned for March 29th. They will be traveling to locations made historically significant by the infamous couple Bonnie and Clyde. I recommend coming out and enjoying a lovely spring day supporting this influential group.

[ December 4, 2008; 5:00 pm to 10:00 pm. December 5, 2008; 6:00 pm to 10:00 pm. December 6, 2008; 11:00 am to 10:00 pm. December 7, 2008; 11:00 am to 6:00 pm. ] "Think Global. Shop Local. Be Independent."
Ever since I lived in Austin have I been a big supporter for local businesses. Austin is doing it right - actually, the people of Austin are doing it right - buying from local vendors instead of from monster Corporations that eat up the little guy. Something is changing - [...]