in Preston Hollow/Bluffview
Rock the Cash Bar
Ever dreamed of being a bartender or a hostess with the mostess. Get hands on experience with no other then Mixologist, Marina Catania who will turn you into your own field of dreams and show you how to mix up a mean Blackberry BELVEDERE Concoction or a Citrus & Orange Extravaganza. Appetizers will be passed to keep you sane. JPadilla
CIBUS at NorthPark
8687 N. Central Expressway
Thursday, October 22; 6:30-7:30pm
214.692.0001
$20 per person
Orchids in Big D
Greater North Texas Orchid Society
North Haven Gardens
770 Northaven Road
Saturday, October 10; 9 am – 6 pm
Sunday, October 11; 9 am – 4 pm
If you break out in hives by memories of nervous hands pinning an orchid on a prom date while her Mother and Daddy watched with amusement, your sweaty attempts to do so without actually touching her skin, it’s time to meet the orchid society. The orchid society show and sale is an entertaining way to find out from passionate growers about the many varieties like the one shown (white ribbon). They’re annual orchid sale with pot demonstrations, exhibits and a raffle is for anyone interested in adding unusual specimens to their collection or a touch of natural beauty for the holidays. Complimentary event
Care for a Cuppa?
La Duni NorthPark Center
8687 N. Central, No.1516
Saturday, October 10; 3:30 - 5pm
214.987.2260
Feminine draping, metallic’s, impeccable cuts, colors and fabrics that breath fall, Carolina Herrara never seems to disappoint. Her effortless style and classic look will always having you oozing femininity. During this Carolina Herrara Tea Party you will witness informal modeling featuring her fashions while having exotic teas by La Duni’s own Teaman, Manuel Adame. Tea savories by Chef Julia Lopez with Montaudon Grande Rose Brut French Champagne will help you digest all the style and the enchanting tea pastries Executive Pastry Chef Dunia Borga has in store for you. $38.50/person, exclusive of tax and gratuity. JPadilla
Al Fresco Wine Tasting
Cibus and La Duni
NorthPark beneath AMC Movie Theatre
Wednesday, August 19; 6:30 – 7:30
214.692.0001 Cibus
214.987.2260 La Duni
Have you seen the beautiful grassy area with patios outside the new area. We love how both restaurants open onto the patios and the view. Not only do they have beautiful dining, but the groups of seating are lovely if you’re wanting a cocktail and something light.
On Wednesday, fifteen wineries will featured from Italy by Cibus and South America and Spain by La Duni. Both kitchens will offer special bites to pair with the wine tasting. $20 per person includes wine.
After the tasting, both restaurants will offer a four-course dinner for an additional $30. And if you really dug one of the wines you tried, they are available for $19 per bottle. Great a la carte event. DHarris
Still Hot - Alò 2 Year Anniversary
La Duni Latin Café
NorthPark Center
8687 N. Central Expressway Suite 1516
Wednesday, August 5; 6:30 pm
214.987.2260
It’s no wonder that the restaurant with some of the best Latin cuisine in the country is celebrating its second anniversary. Alò’s food is so hot it took down some of the kitchen a few months back in a fire. Award winning executive chef Julia Lopez is resilient to the flames and is preparing for an exclusive anniversary dinner.
This 5-course dinner will feature favorites such as Shrimp Volcanos and Chicken Gringas—and that’s just for starters! La Duni Latin Cafe, a sister restaurant, in NorthPark Center will be hosting this event while Avante Wines will feature special wine pairings to go along with the dishes. Alò’s original location may not be reopened again until September, but that’s no reason to go cold Tenderloin of Beef al Pisco! $55 per person excluding tax, gratuity and beverages. KStinson
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Chamber Music International
Blow your date away with your deep knowledge of music and art and drop this line on her - “We’re going to enjoy a spectacular evening of American virtuosity, French Impressionism, Polish Romanticism and the greatest Piano Quintet of the 20th Century.” Sound too good to be true? Chamber Music International bills their upcoming concert as just such a package and with an incredible roster of performers, they aren’t straying from the truth.
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Michele Wahlder
Michele Wahlder (shown) will debut her book, Alphatudes: The Alphabet of Gratitude, 26 Solutions for Life’s Little Challenges at Barnes and Noble. After successfully battling breast cancer, Wahlder discovered a renewed sense of appreciation for life and the book reflects Wahlders’ secret to living a joyful life despite life’s curve balls.
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Texas Black Film Festival
In addition to the many entertaining and thought provoking shorts, documentaries, romantic comedies and much more, there are also workshops and discussions like “How to Get that Big Budget Look on an Indie Budget”. Highlights include special screenings at the Dallas Holocaust Museum and the Dallas Museum of Art and during happy hour, you’ll have time to get a cocktail between the shorts such as Thank you for Washing starring Lakshmi Manchu (shown).
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Let the Good Times Roll
No need to work for beads (wink) when you wear this fun and festive piece detailed with crystal rhinestones and the traditional fleur de lis image in front and back of the Mardi Gras Tee by Katy Messersmith of the Katydid Collection. Let everyone know you’re ready for a party to celebrate the 9th Ward, Main Street or wherever you may be when those Saints go marching in on Super Bowl Weekend.
If you’re staying in Dallas, drop by the Bishop Arts Mardi Gras Parade beginning at 2 pm to hear music, jazz and see some floats. The parade is 45 minutes in length and runs from Methodist Hospital to Bishop Arts. The Tee comes in traditional colors of purple, yellow, black or white with a V neck and a fitted silhouette.
Messersmiths clothing and accessories line for kids to adults is represented by 10,000 boutiques across the nation and can be found online. $29.95 per shirt (small to XXXL). Jacqueline Padilla
Holiday Group Show
Norwood Flynn Gallery
Owner Sue Flynn says the annual holiday group show that introduced three emerging artists onto the Dallas will run through January 23. Stone-cut lithographer, Andrew DeCaen from University of North Texas, Sunny Jacquet, with her surrealistic still-life’s and artist/poet, Brent Kollock who has another show currently on exhibit in Houston. (See works by all artists below)
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DUXIANA
Owner, Serena Cole (shown) is hosting the first in a series of monthly home educational events with a holiday-themed open house where you will learn what’s possible in creative artistry in home decoration and gift wrapping with tips from local merchants who will be on hand. After, all DUXIANA, has spent the last four decades perfecting comfortable beds, mattresses, linens with a line of yummy bathrobes!
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Hoorsenbuhs
Barney's Trunk Show
This leather belt with beautiful findings in gold in various colors with precious gems can be found this Saturday at their trunk show. They have beautiful things for men and women. Relax, they’ll have cocktails – you wont’ feel a thing!
Barney’s New York
NorthPark Center
Hoorsenbuhs Trunk Show
Saturday, November 21; 1 – 4 pm
