Event Planning + Services

Where Memories Become Masterpieces

Helping Families Turn Life’s Biggest Milestones Into Unforgettable Memories. Article by Jon Escoe Lee Logan is a Dallas-based event producer whose established work ethic for over 30 years has taken her throughout the United States and to international destinations. She has produced private celebrations, corporate events, philanthropic gatherings, destination weddings, memorials and intimate dinners. Whether creating an intimate family gathering or a nationally recognized event, Lee has...

Food + Beverage

Botanicals, Vision, Crafted Spirits

How ROXOR Redefines Spirits Through Innovation, Nature, And Unforgettable Design Article by Drew Cotner Some brands begin with a business plan. ROXOR began with a conversation between two friends determined to create something entirely their own. After a global career with Coca-Cola spanning the United States, Japan, India and London, founder Don Short wanted the opportunity to build a brand from the ground up. Having helped grow one of the world's most recognizable companies, he partnered...

Food + Beverage

The Art of Sweet Ambition

Olympic Discipline Meets Culinary Creativity And Entrepreneurial Vision. Article by Charlotte Glieber Q1: Your journey from Olympic swimmer to founder of one of Texas' fastest-growing dessert brands is certainly unique. How did Drizzle Cheesecakes come to life? Stephen El Gidi: Drizzle Cheesecakes started as a passion project while I was still competing in swimming. I began selling cheesecakes at local festivals, and seeing the response from customers inspired me to dream bigger. Over...

Life + Culture

From The Show Ring To Stewardship

A lifelong State Fair Journey Inspires Service, Agriculture, And Community Across Texas. Article by Taylor Pulfer Long before Heath Cheek became a member of the State Fair of Texas Board of Directors and Chair of its Agriculture & Livestock Committee, he was an eight-year-old boy from Chillicothe, Texas, loading Hereford cattle into a trailer and heading to Dallas. Cheek spent nearly every fall exhibiting livestock at the State Fair of Texas. Those experiences did more than introduce him to...

Food + Beverage

The Ultimate Fair Food Guide

Twelve Delicious Reasons To Visit The State Fair Of Texas Article by Cynthia Smoot 1. Rousso’s Bacon Jam Caramel Apple Hard Cider -Isaac Rousso has partnered with Trinity Ciders to create a delicious hard cider crafted with hints of apples, caramel, cinnamon sugar, and a smoky bacon jam twist for bold Texas flavors. 2. Fernie’s Frozen Espresso-tini Bar -Robust cold-brew espresso is blended with Fernie's Funnel Cake Cream™ creating layers of deep coffee flavors and hints of vanilla. Each...

Food + Beverage

State Fair of Texas STAR

The Legacy of This Fourth-Generation Family's Indelible Impact Serves Up Unforgettable State Fair Food Article by Dave Muscari Sharing a review of a last-year’s State Fair of Texas favorite written by Dave Muscari we feature Farm Pac Kitchens and their award winning Brisket and Brew Stuffed Pretzel being served once more this year. As visitors from near and far flock to Fair Park for music, midway rides, football and of course legendary fried creations and other tasty treats. Their food...

Auto + Marine

Reimagining The Military Wolf

Chance Lauer Transforms Military Heritage Into Purposeful Adventure With Modern Everyday Capability. Article by Drew Cotner The Mercedes-Benz G-Wagen has earned a reputation as one of the world's most recognizable off-road vehicles, but for Chance Lauer, the military-spec Mercedes-Benz Wolf offered something even more intriguing. Rugged, functional, and steeped in history, the Wolf inspired him to create a vehicle that honors its military roots while delivering the reliability and comfort...

Beauty

The New Standard For Smiles

LVL Orthodontics Is Bringing Precision, Innovation, And Concierge Care To Highland Park. Article by Lauren Stone In a community where excellence is the expectation, LVL Orthodontics is raising the bar on what patients can expect from orthodontic care. Led by board-certified orthodontist Dr. Diana-Beatrix Velicu Gardner, the Highland Park practice blends advanced technology with a highly personalized, concierge-style approach. The result is a patient experience that feels every bit as elevated...

Real Estate

Fall Real Estate Trends To Watch

Hunter Realty Leaders Kevin And Stacy Hunter Share Tips To Help Navigate This Fall’s Luxury Real Estate Market. Article by Kelsey Kosh In 2023, Kevin Hunter left his longtime software sales role, hoping to launch a real estate business. “It hit me that a lot of individual contributors when I was in direct sales leadership had told me that they thought I would be really good in real estate,” Kevin says. His colleagues had honed in on how Kevin put his customers first, listened to them...

Food + Beverage

Mario Carbone's Dallas Essentials

The Brands, Places, And Traditions That Define His Connection To Dallas. Article and Photography by Lucchese Boots – “ My first connection to Lucchese came long before I ever spent time in Dallas. My dad has a pair of Lucchese boots that he's had for nearly 40 years, and I've always loved them. Seeing how beautifully they've aged gave me an appreciation for what the brand stands for. My time in Dallas only deepened that appreciation and the heritage behind the boots and the people who wear...