July 30th Weekend Planner: Rathbun’s BBQ, Burlesque and BoHo

This weekend is full of shopping, champagne and feather boas…What are you doing thins weekend?

Burlesque Dance and Body Sculpt Class at the Hilton Anatole’s Verandah Club

To celebrate National Dance Day, the Verandah Club at Hilton Anatole and West Village will host a Burlesque Dance and Body Sculpt class. You can join in the celebration on July 31st, by participating in one of the largest burlesque dance classes in the country. Nigel Lythgoe, director, choreographer and former dancer, is launching National Dance Day on “So You Think You Can Dance.”

The one-hour complimentary class will be held on Saturday, July 31 from 10am to 11am at West Village (3699 McKinney Avenue, Dallas, TX, 75204).  The class will be held outside in the North Alley between Avalon Salon and PointMobl. Students should  wear workout clothes or yoga attire and sneakers. Walk-ups welcome. RSVP appreciated by contacting Susan Friedman at 214.559.0122 or susan@friedmanpr.com.

Burlesque Dance and Body Sculpt Class
Saturday, July 31, 10am – 11am

Sparkle yourself Mini Moet with BBQ Mondays

Don’t miss the chance to have “Bubbles and BBQ”.   Each Monday, Rathbun’s Blue Plate Kitchen in Dallas offers an all day barbecue for $11.99. Featuring three different choices of smoked meats prepared with one of Kent’s signature blend of flavors from the Kent Rathbun Elements line of products (Texas Peach Barbecue Sauce, Honey-Teriyaki Barbecue Sauce and Ancho Chili Barbecue Sauce). Guest will choose a meat or combination platter served with choice of one side item, homemade bread and butter pickles, cornbread sticks and Rathbun’s Blue Plate Kitchen’s specialty jams. Now you enjoy the taste of Moet & Chandon Imperial with your BBQ!

Mini Moet with BBQ Mondays   $17.99; $11.99 without bubbles)

Visit The Gypsy Wagon’s For Boho Fashions

The Gypsy Wagon is  celebrating their new fantastic location at 2928 N. Henderson Avenue with breezy summer blouses and sundresses. The Gypsy Wagon is a unique East Dallas gift shop, filled with a whimsical and eclectic mix of flea market finds, antiques, hand-crafted and international items, jewelry, housewares, thingys, and even apparel for men, women, and children.

Our new location is at the intersection of Henderson Avenue and Miller Avenue. Please come see us!

Test Drive Your Seats at the AT&T Performing Arts Center Happy Hour Event!

Don’t miss the Happy Hour at the AT&T Performing Arts Center and the opportunity to “Test Drive Your Seats“, this Thursday, July 29, from 4:00 to 7:00 pm. The lineup for the 2010/2011 season features four signature series presented by the AT&T Performing Arts Center:

The Brinker International Forum, an extraordinary, eclectic lineup of cultural influencers; TITAS, presented in association with the AT&T PAC, continuing a long tradition of groundbreaking music and dance; JAZZ ROOTS, bringing stellar talent to North Texas and the Lexus Broadway Series, raising the curtains on Broadway’s best and brightest shows!

This event is FREE and open to the public. The Happy Hour is your chance to choose your favorite seat in the house. It will also feature live music from Sarah Jaffe at Patio Sessions, venue tours, and a chance to meet the resident companies and other Dallas Arts District organizations. Don’t miss this special open house event for ONE NIGHT ONLY!

The first 100 patrons to purchase a subscription will receive an AT&T Performing Arts Center commemorative book.

THURSDAY, JULY 29  at 4:00 – 7:00 PM

AT&T Performing Arts Center
2403 Flora Street, Dallas, Texas
FREE parking in Lexus Red Parking

Henderson Avenue…Shopping, Food & Fun

Not many years ago, the Knox/Henderson area of Dallas was a neighborhood in distress. Rundown apartment buildings, abandoned retail store fronts and a poor economic outlook. But then Uptown was born and the restaurants and retail stores of Knox Street and McKinney Avenue eventually spilled across Central Expressway to Henderson Avenue. Now the East Dallas neighborhood boasts trendy eateries, a lively nightlife and an antique shopper’s paradise.

Shopping

Take a stroll down Henderson Avenue to shop for 17th-century  antiques at Nick Brock Antiques; vintage furnishings and artwork at William-Christopher Design; a collection mid-century modern furniture and accessories at AgainConsignment and Form. Another new addition to the area is the Newflower Farmers Market, a full service grocery store with natural and organic foods. Ready to shop til you drop? Try: The Whimsey Shoppe, We Are 1976 and for vintage clothing, The Gypsy Wagon.

Food

Making a decision about what to eat is a difficult one on Henderson Avenue. Some of my absolute favorite places to dine are located here. Starting at Fireside Pies, cozy little restaurant with a nice patio. I recommend the Triple-Roni with  the 4-Cheese Salad.  If you are in the mood for some delicious home-style cooking, The Porch is your place. For fine dining or for date night, Hibiscus or Neighborhood Services provide a nice menu along with a warm atmosphere. Other suggestions for great dining: Hector’s on Henderson, Sushi Axiom, and Cafe San Miguel.

Fun

One of the oldest residents on Henderson Avenue is also one of best places to enjoy a burger and a cold beer. The Old Monk is a traditional Irish-style pub, serving good food and good times. Veritas Wine Room, a ‘wine pub’ with an  inviting, casual atmosphere featuring  350 labels of wine, a rotating selection of 20+ wines by the glass, 31 beers and  32 cheeses is new to the neighborhood.   After a day of shopping, relax with a latte and a yummy pastry at The Pearl Cup. If you are not afraid to walk on the wild side, head over to The Slip Inn. Just remember….”what happens at The Slip Inn, stays at The Slip Inn“.

This was just a short visit to one of Dallas’ hidden gems. If you have not ventured out and visited Henderson Avenue, you are missing lots of good shopping, food and fun!

Next Stop: One Arts Plaza & the Arts District

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Exploring Dallas: Revealing Hidden Treasures

Dallas is a vibrant city with many areas, offering visitors and residents alike a wide variety of activities to enjoy. People often think of the downtown business district or Southfork when they think of Dallas. Local residents often forget about the many diverse and eclectic neighborhoods that are  full of wonderful restaurants, art galleries and incredible shops.

AT & T Performing Arts Center

Exploring the  neighborhoods in Dallas will take you to Tillman’s Roadhouse in the Bishop’s Art District; to game night at the Belmont Hotel and delicious barbeque at Smoke in South Dallas; the works of local playwrights at the Bathhouse Cultural Center at White Rock Lake in East Dallas and enjoy a performance of the Dallas Black Dance Theater at the AT & T Performing Arts Center, dine at Fedora or listen to the Dallas Symphony Orchestra at the Meyerson Symphony Center in the Dallas Arts District.

While driving through Highland Park  or down Swiss Avenue you will glimpse lavish mansions and luxury homes. And a visit to West Village will delight any fashionista with high-end boutiques and shoppes. Actually, almost every part of town will delight shoppers, with shopping centers like NorthPark Center, The Galleria and Highland Park Village.

Foodies will love exploring the various neighborhoods, finding authentic cuisines, down home country cooking and 5-star dining. Dallas has more restaurants Per capita than New York City.

Music lovers can listen to the Blues at a club in Deep Ellum or at the House of Blues in Victory. On any given night, a visit to the American Airlines Center in Victory offer nationally known acts, Dallas Mavericks basketball, hockey or the circus.

In the upcoming weeks, we will explore the exciting areas and neighborhoods of Dallas, giving you an inside look at local  hidden treasures. Please tell me you favorite Dallas neighborhoods and local treasures.

Next: Henderson Avenue…Food, Antiques & Fun!

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