Cover Story – Troy Aikman
Troy Aikman is a Dallas icon. He led the Cowboys to three Super Bowl wins in the 90s, including winning the MVP in Super Bowl XXVII. Since his Hall of Fame playing career, Aikman has become a lot of things. He is a girl dad. He has been in the broadcast booth with FOX and now ESPN alongside Joe Buck, …
Travel – Nemacolin
HISTORY Just south of Pittsburgh, nestled among sprawling Allegheny Mountain ridges, sits a property where dreams become reality. Despite being less than 40-years old, Nemacolin offers a remarkable combination of luxury accommodations, activities and experiences that are second to none. The history of Nemacolin is as unique as its amenities. In 1987, Joseph A. Hardy III, the founder of 84 …
Course Review – Fossil Creek
Since it opened back in 1988, The Golf Club at Fossil Creek has been a great daily fee option and one of the only Arnold Palmer designs in the DFW area. For years, players have flocked to this Arcis property and consistently rave about customer service, course conditions and amenities. Just a couple years ago, Arcis pumped some cash into …
After the Round – Jack & Harry’s
Dallas has no shortage of great steakhouses. From top-to-bottom, Big D offers some of the best beef in the entire nation. But, if you are in the mood for a great steak with some New Orleans charm, then Jack & Harry’s might be the spot for your next evening out. This 5,000-square-foot space, which sits in upscale Snider Plaza and …
Course Review – Heritage Ranch Golf & Country Club
Almost 25 years after the first dirt was moved, Heritage Ranch Golf & Country Club continues to thrive. This 55+ active adult development in Fairview, just 35 minutes northeast of Dallas, is one of the most complete club experiences in the area. Around 1,200 homes sit on this near 600-acre property, which comes complete with a country feel, rolling vistas, …
After the Round – UnaVida
UnaVida in Dallas’ West Village opened late last year and quickly became a much-discussed new addition to the culinary scene in Big D. UnaVida’s menu features familiar staples to those craving authentic Mexican fare, but almost all of them have a unique twist by award-winning Chef Matt McCallister and his team. If you peruse their website, you will see that …
Cover Story – Jane Slater
When AVIDGOLFER last checked in with Jane Slater, the year was 2004. Jane was a fresh-faced reporter for CBS 11 here in Dallas and was working hard to cover local sports and other major events like the Super Bowl, World Series, NBA postseason and local golf tournaments such as the Byron Nelson and Colonial. Now, a decade later, Slater has …
Travel – Streamsong
Nestled about 75 minutes outside of Tampa Bay, on the site of a once thriving phosphate mining operation, sits a golf wonder of the world. Streamsong Resort is astonishing in almost every way conceivable. From its four courses to its resort amenities and dining, this majestic Florida property must be seen to be believed. The land on which the resort …
Cover Story – Sports Cards and Memorabilia
Just about every red-blooded American kid took a spin through collecting baseball cards at one time or another. From picking up packs in convenience stores, to checking out card shows or popping into your local card shop, ripping packs and seeing our heroes immortalized in card form was a great pastime among friends. Over the last several years, there has …
After the Round – Goldie’s Lake Highlands
The Lake Highlands area of Dallas is just a stone’s throw away from White Rock Lake, and in that neighborhood, there is a brand-new spot you should be aware of. Goldie’s is a collaboration between Dallas restaurateurs Brandon Hays and Brittni Clayton, who have combined for decades of experience, including Hays’ time at places like Sfuzzi, Ferris Wheelers and High …