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­­­­­­­­As a car reviewer, sometimes you cannot wait for the opportunity to taste-test a truly exceptional vehicle. Such is the case when I had the chance to slide into the 2020 Aston Martin Vantage Coupe.   This is a supercar in every sense. It’s drop-dead gorgeous with a euphoric combo of incredible power, performance and exquisite throaty exhaust to make …

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Brandon Hurtado spent years as a bac yard barbecue master. A guy that would toss back several adult beverages as he babysat fires and meats on the weekend. After some experience and some trips to central Texas where he tasted ‘cue from masters like Aaron Franklin, the Argyle resident decided that it may be time to try his hand at …

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Trucks and Texas go together like BBQ and beer. In fact, I bet there’s no one in the state who doesn’t know someone with a truck – or own one themselves. The new luxury cargo haulers have grown in popularity every year – and for many practical and thoughtful reasons.  Our latest Drive Time feature showcases the excellent 2020 GMC …

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South of downtown Fort Worth has seen a massive resurgence over the last half decade. Near the hospital district, the streets are alive with activity, from bars and restaurants to craft bakeries and brew-pubs. The latest addition to Magnolia is the Southside Rambler. A kitschy bar with off the chain food units and a great patio to boot.  The Rambler …

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There is an oft-mentioned quote that “size means everything”, insinuating that bigger is better. Sometimes that’s true (elephants, the size of Texas and bank accounts). Yet, the opposite is deliciously valid as well, when surprising yields emit from small packages.  Such is the case for MINI and its 2020 Mini Cooper S two-door hardtop. The F56 chassis (launched in 2014), …

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The Porsche brand was once synonymous with fast and euphoric handling two-seat sports cars that delivered grins while you deftly barreled around twisty or open roads. Then in 2002, the folks in Stuggart decided it was high time to join the popular SUV crowd. Of course, the car enthusiasts complained the company had sold its sporting soul. Yet, the Cayenne …

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As we all get used to the new normal that involves working from home, sheltering in place and only leaving the house for essential duties and supply runs, all of us are trying to find new ways to pass the time. With no live sports on, except for a draft here and there, Netflix, Amazon Prime Video and Hulu have …

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By: Mikal Black Maybe it was always easier to just go out to the bar or pick up a bottle on the way home. Maybe you never had enough room or have never gotten around to it, but with the recent glut of time on your hands you realize you to set up and stock an actual bar at your …

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Whether you’re looking to set the mood with a lunch outing prior to an afternoon tee time at stunning Dallas Country Club, hoping to continue the feeling of high society following your round, or are simply in search of a spectacular dining experience reminiscent of a voyage to the stunning coastal regions of France, Bistro 31 – which sits less …

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Some auto manufacturers are streamlining their product lines — mainly sedans. Sure, SUVs and Crossovers are still in high demand, but sexy sporty sedans continue to turn heads. The demand for those sleek rides is significant enough for companies to find ways to aptly fill their product lines.  Cadillac is a good case study. Their SUV/Crossovers sell well. For the …

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