Some of golf’s finest courses are often found in remote locales. The serenity of a rural community can be refreshing, as you leave the bonds of the concrete jungle to relax and take in some fresh country air. If you head 60 miles southwest of Fort Worth, that’s exactly what you will find at Squaw Valley Golf Course. Featuring a …
This sushi spot in Fort Worth serves up some of the freshest and most creative Japanese dishes around When you think of dining in Fort Worth, the usual suspects come to mind. High quality beef, classic American comfort fare, and Tex-Mex… lots and lots of Tex-Mex. What you wouldn’t necessarily expect to find in the 817 is sushi so fresh …
It’s no secret Frisco is rapidly becoming THE entertainment mecca north of Big D. As Arlington did in the ‘70s and ‘80s, this suburb is expanding faster than a black hole in deep space, as they seemingly announce another high-profile event and open another high school biweekly. The rapid growth can partly be attributed to the Dallas Cowboys relocating their …
With the ever-fluctuating weather in North Texas, one thing that can be difficult for golf courses is maintaining consistent conditions year in and year out. Even the nicest courses in the area can struggle to keep their course in shape as Mother Nature consistently throws them dancing knuckle balls of heat, cold, rain, violent storms and drought conditions. Even with …
Chester W. Ditto Golf Course has been a North Arlington staple since 1982. Over the years, it’s seen countless shots from thousands of players, including 35,730 rounds in 2016 alone. With its popularity, many were excited when they heard the news that the city would close the facility for a complete redesign in late 2016. Starting this month, AVIDGOLFER is …
Although you won’t find a buzzing Jacob’s Ladder or any bubbling beakers in his kitchen, Josh Hopkins could aptly be described as the Dr. Frankenstein of Arlington cuisine. Owner and head chef at Fork in the Road near the campus of The University of Texas at Arlington, Hopkins is reimagining classic comfort food with flavor packed, and often belt-loosening, twists …
In a world increasingly interested in social media, the trendy thing to do on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram is to hashtag “Taco Tuesday” and let all your followers know you plan to gorge on everyone’s south of the border favorite for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. Unless you’ve been comatose for the last several years, you’ve undoubtedly witnessed the growth and …
