Fitness

October means Halloween!

When witches and goblins, monsters and creatures both friendly and scary, bring fun to your neighborhood, parties and trick-or-treating enjoyment Article by Sally Crocker | Photography by Mandy Calvin/Adobe Stock Photos/Sally Crocker BOO! It's time for all things Halloween, and this month, we take a look at some of the most popular Halloween treats, traditions, party ideas, costumes and movies for 2024. Get ready for a spook-tacular time! MOST POPULAR HALLOWEEN CANDIES According to...

September 2024

Fitness

Southlake’s own MasterChef

Chef Scott McKinnon has cooked for Gordon Ramsay and creates exciting culinary experiences for others Article by Sally Crocker | Photography by Scott McKinnon, Ryan Davis and MasterChef Southlake resident Scott McKinnon built his passion for cooking at a young age. His great-grandfather owned five restaurants between Dallas and Houston from 1914-1930, and growing up, Scott spent time cooking with his grandmother, preparing the favorite family recipes that had been passed down from generation...

September 2024

Fitness

Local pie shop wins national taste distinction

Grapevine's JudyPie selected by USA Today readers and editors as nation's #5 best pie shop Article by Sally Crocker | Photography by JudyPie website and Facebook When Judy Balunda was growing up in Waco, Texas, her mother lovingly nicknamed her JudyPie. Judy enjoyed pretend cooking in her play kitchen – but what she most loved was sampling her mother’s wonderful, homemade pies. Her mother’s recipes have remained as family favorites to this day, passed on to Judy and her daughter Adohree...

September 2024

Fitness

A Southlake hidden gem

The Lodge brings back the nostalgia and atmosphere of traditional barbershops Article by Sally Crocker | Photography by The Lodge Barbershop Remember when barbershops were places where men went to get away, have a good conversation and a haircut, maybe get a shave and enjoy the experience of a traditional masculine environment? Southlake has that very place – The Lodge Barbershop at 1125 Davis Blvd, Suite 400. Owner Richard Nicholas, a born Texan and avid outdoor sportsman, grew up playing...

August 2024

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Solara and VoriVost

Crafting dreams for a worthy cause, the upcoming Carillon Parc Dream Homes neighborhood benefitting St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital® Article by Solara Custom Living | Photography by Provided by Nick Smith of Kensington Custom Homes In a heartwarming collaboration, Solara Custom Living and VoriVost custom cabinetry solutions have joined forces with five esteemed Southlake builders to support St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital® through the Carillon Parc Dream Homes project. This...

August 2024

Fitness

The state of commercial real estate

Perspectives from Ann Hambly, Founder and CEO of nation’s leading CRE Debt Advisory firm Article by Ann Hambly, CRE, Founder & CEO, 1st Service Solutions, Inc. | Photography by Adobe Stock Photos There are so many people I speak with who say they know nothing about commercial real estate. My response is always, “you know more than you think.” If you’ve ever been to a mall, hospital, office building, grocery store or lived in or owned an apartment building, you know something about commercial...

August 2024

Arts + Culture

Fall's hottest looks by XAR

Fall fashion trends for 2024 are showcasing a mix of bold statements and timeless classics Article by XAR Clothier Southlake | Photography by Kendra Swalls Roy Rizwan, owner of XAR Clothiers in Southlake Town Square, has the hottest looks for Fall 2024. Pop into XAR to get styled and rock the best looks fall has to offer! Some of the key trends: Sustainable and Ethical Fashion: Eco-friendly fabrics and ethically-produced garments continue to be in vogue, with a focus on reducing the...

August 2024

Fitness

Get in the game!

Activate Southlake turns interactive play into adventure, challenge and a totally awesome experience Article by Sally Crocker | Photography by Activate - Dallas-Fort Worth (Southlake) Activate. To set in motion. To move, change, become active. Activate Southlake is a new way to play. To Activate, you enter the game where you become a player in the world’s first active gaming facility. You jump, climb, problem-solve and enjoy a great time as you and your friends move between challenges. Each...

August 2024

Fitness

Sofia Elaine Salon

This Westlake salon is about embracing the American Dream and giving clients the ultimate experience Article by Sofia Elaine Salon | Photography by Kendra Swalls Sofia Elaine Salon is a career dream-come-true for owner Erica Lynch. Married with two sons, Erica is a native Texan and lives in nearby Trophy Club. But that’s just part of the story. The salon name didn’t just come by chance. It represents a family story of survival and resilience stemming back to Erica’s grandparents, who left...

August 2024

Fitness

Loving Long Ears Donkey Therapy & Sanctuary

The miracle of animals healing people and people healing animals Article by Sally Crocker | Photography by Loving Long Ears Donkey Therapy & Sanctuary Jules Peterson has been around animals all her life. She started riding horses at age five. During the summers at her grandparents’ home in the North Dakota Hills, she rode western saddle and always loved being on ranches and around farm animals. Jules grew up in Minneapolis, where she became involved in English riding, or dressage. She quickly...

July 2024