Food + Beverage

The Game Is Always On at GOAT’s Sports Bar & Grill

Bringing a “Big Stadium Atmosphere” to the Community Article by Tiffany Ditto | Photography by Ty Harper Photography At GOATs Arena Sports Bar & Grill in Fairview, game day spills across two floors, onto dozens of TVs, and through three separate audio zones. Texas Rangers fans can cheer in one section, while Dallas Cowboys supporters listen to their game steps away. “It’s one of the things that sets us apart,” says Bella Becerra, general manager. “We can play three audios at the same time...

Food + Beverage

Giulia’s Café

Where Food, Family, and Traditional Hospitality Shine Article by Shannon Spake | Photography by Amber McMahan In a town that’s quickly growing but still treasures its neighborly roots, Giulia’s Café has become a gathering place where new faces and longtime locals come together around the table. Owned by Anthony and Giulia Porcaro, the café offers more than just freshly made meals—it delivers a sense of belonging. From the moment you walk through the door, you’re greeted with warmth, the...

Life + Culture

Every Child Deserves a Happy Halloween

Goblins, Goons, and Gummy Worms for All Article by Fatima Durrani Halloween is a widely anticipated holiday, but it can bring on anxiety and dread for those who suffer from food allergies, sensory overload, or certain diseases.  As a community, it’s important to educate ourselves on the physical and emotional impact these conditions have on our kids. For those children who feel excluded—and yet have to watch their costumed friends giggle as they devour Kit Kats and Snickers —we can make a...

Wellness

More Than Just Fidgeting

A Parents' Introduction for ADHD Awareness Month Article by Bryna Talamantez, MS, LMFT | Photography by Adeline Merrick: Merrick Multimedia Imagine you are sitting in class all day long, being told to stay in your chair. You try your best to not move around because you are told that is a distraction. You take a deep breath and tell yourself you just have to try harder to focus. You understand the things you are learning, but attending to your assigned task and getting the work done is hard to...