Cover Story – Alfonso Ribeiro
Alfonso Ribeiro is probably best known for his role as Carlton Banks on the ‘90s smash-hit TV series The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air. Alongside Will Smith, Ribeiro carved out a nice career, buoyed by his nerdy, but charming, portrayal of Carlton and his now infamous “Carlton dance.” But, this 52-year-old actor, who has been a Hollywood mainstay since age 12, …
After the Round – Columbian Country Club
Dallas is chock-full of great spots to imbibe a few drinks and enjoy some great bites. But if you are looking for one-stop shopping on both with a cozy, hip atmosphere, then look no further than Columbian Country Club. If this name sounds familiar, and it might to those hip to the Dallas club scene, it is because Columbian is …
After the Round – Lockwood Distilling Co.
Lockwood Distilling Co. was built with community, and connecting with those who support it, in mind. From the inception and grand opening of their original location back in late 2019, ownership, management and employees have operated with the idea that taking care of their own and those who support them means everything. After battling through COVID shortly after firing up …
Travel – The Robert Trent Jones Golf Trail
Robert Trent Jones is a name synonymous with golf course design and architecture. Robert Trent Jones, Sr., is responsible for over 500 courses internationally, including Adair Manor, Spyglass Hill and, a little closer to home, three of the courses at Horseshoe Bay Resort, which is just a few hours south of DFW. Of the hundreds of courses the senior Jones …
Cover Story – Jon Drago and Michael Tothe
PGA TOUR events take a lot of work. From sponsorship sales to hospitality areas and putting together a dynamite field for the fans, Tournament Director is a tireless, and sometimes thankless job. Michael Tothe and Jon Drago put in more work than just about anyone getting the Charles Schwab Challenge and the CJ CUP Byron Nelson together, making sure that …
Course Review – Prairie Lakes Golf Course
Historically, Grand Prairie has seen its share of great places to enjoy some leisure time with friends and family. Ripley’s Believe It or Not!, Lone Star Park and Texas Trust CU Theatre are some of the older and more well-known reasons to visit Grand Prairie. But a recent renaissance on the south side of town has rejuvenated the city with …
After the Round – Maple Leaf Diner
A good diner can be hard to find. Of course, you see the usual suspects that draw in the after-church folks and the late night, post-drinking pack-an-artery crowd, but what are you really getting when you head to one of these places? In reality, most of them are there to get you in, get you fed, and get you out …
Cover Story – Hayden Springer
Hayden Springer may not be a name you’re familiar with. But to his family and friends, he is a husband, a father, a son and an inspiration. In just a matter of a few weeks, this soon-to-be 27-year-old and his wife, Emma, experienced an emotional whirlwind unlike most people ever will, beginning on November 13 when their daughter, Sage, passed …
Course Review – The Trails of Frisco
No. This isn’t an article about a course that’s closing shop. In fact, it’s about a course that thrives in a now DFW golf hotbed. As the Metroplex continues to expand at a breakneck pace, those up north of Dallas are becoming more and more blessed with great golf properties. Of course, the City of Frisco features the brand-new Omni …
After the Round – Brooklyn Dumpling Shop
We’ve seen some interesting and innovative concepts over the years here at AG, but one thing that we’ve noticed over the last several months is more technology integrated into dining experiences. Brooklyn Dumpling Shop, at the west end of Deep Ellum, is one of those interesting technology-based spots, featuring automats that offer easy ordering and pickup. What is an Automat? …