Feature – The Ticket’s April Fool’s Open
Last month, Dallas sports radio giant The Ticket held its second April Fool’s Open at Prairie Lakes Golf Course in Grand Prairie. If you are a Ticket listener, you likely remember the first incarnation of the event held at the same venue back in 2016. The inaugural event featured several Ticket personalities all vying for […]
Hamm’s Meat + Market Cut of the Month: Fiesta Foods
For starters, no fiesta is complete without some heat. So, to add some spice to our meal, I smoked some Texas Twinkies. These are super simple and are always a crowd pleaser, especially for those chili-heads among us. There are a couple ways to do these stuffed jalapeños. You can either split the peppers down […]
Hamm’s Meat + Market Cut of the Month: Chicken
If you have been following along as we have continued our meaty adventure, then you have now heard some tips and tricks for both beef and pork, but what about our friend the yard-bird? Chicken is a staple of dinners across the country, night in and night out. It’s healthier than red meat, cheaper and […]
Travel – Somervell County
If you’re looking for a great 36-hole facility that has the away from the big city feel without the long trek through the country, then Squaw Valley in Glen Rose might be the place for you and your group. Just a short 70-minute drive from DFW Airport, this 36-hole layout is not only challenging, but […]
Cover Story – Larry the Cable Guy
Over the years, AG has had its fair share of not only golfers, but celebrities on our cover. From major winners like Jack Nicklaus and Todd Hamilton to celebrities like Jerry Jones, Dr. Phil, Janine Turner, and even President George W. Bush. When we got word that there would be a new Champions Tour event […]
Hamm’s Meat + Market Cut of the Month – Pork
Pork. We’ve been told for years that it is the “other white meat.” Of course, we have all had our share of chops over the years, as that is one of the go-to Southern comfort food meals that is not only delicious, but affordable for families on a budget. If you are a fan of […]
Course Review – Watters Creek
For those in the northern part of the Metroplex, there is a true one-of-a-kind public golf experience. Watters Creek has been discussed many times in the magazine over the years, mainly in our Best of Public issue, where it routinely receives our kudos for its total package when it comes to practicing the game. If […]
Hamm’s Meat + Market Filet Mignon
If you’re a steak lover, then you are undoubtedly aware that the filet mignon is the Cadillac of cuts. Hell, it may be the Lamborghini of cuts, to be honest. Yes, you are going to pay a premium price for this magnificent piece of meat, but whether you are at a fine-dining establishment celebrating a […]
Course Review – Heritage Ranch Golf & Country Club
There are obviously tons of options for great public courses in the Metroplex. If you are interested in where AVIDGOLFER ranks them, you can refer to our November issue to see how we feel about the various municipal tracks around the area. Heritage Ranch Golf and Country Club has long been one of our favorite […]
Hamm’s Meat of the Month – Rosewood Ranches NY Strip
If you have been a follower of AVIDGOLFER over the years, we have featured hundreds of restaurants across the Metroplex, but for 2022, we thought we would try something a little different. Yes, we will still feature some restaurants from time to time, but we would like to introduce our readers to a new feature… […]