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Dallas, TX: Why Go
Its infamy stems from a soap opera in the 80's, but Dallas has transformed from big hair to an urban oasis of bustling bohemians, sculpture gardens, and the best margarita this side of Mexico.
Local Secrets, Big Finds: Sunday morning's beg for a trip to Monica's Aca y Aya, with its brunch and live music, and salsa dancing into the night (including free lessons). Every night's a party, from 50-cent margaritas to half-price food at dinner. Our editors love the chili-pumpkin ravioli, black bean pepper steak, and Mexican lasagna.
Chill-out spot: On the steps of Dallas Hall, on the Southern Methodist University campus, idealistic students chat politics, local families frolic in fountains, and others simply take in the city's best view of the Dallas's skyline.
Did we mention it's free? A cultural oasis amidst the urban energy of downtown, the Nasher Sculpture Center is an outdoor, "roof-less" museum where locals and art-lovers from all around the world gather to enjoy billionaire Raymond Nasher's exquisite collection by the likes of Edward Degas, Carl Andre, and Barbara Hepworth.
Local tipple: The Tres Generations Margarita is the Tex-Mex equivalent to don Perignon, combining Grand Marnier liquor, lime juice, and Tres Generation tequila--the smoothest (and one of the most expensive) tequilas available in Texas.
Where to blow a paycheck: The Flagship Neiman Marcus in Downtown Dallas remains a department store legend after 95 years of selling ready-to-wear couture. The store also features a museum on the fifth-floor, which tells the Neiman Marcus story.
Dress Code: Comfort is key in the Big D, especially in the 100 degree summers. Casual khakis, linen dresses, and down-home denim help you blend right in, but do expect to see the iconic Stetsons, Wrangler jeans, and cowboy boots at the rodeo or stock shows.
Recommendations & Suggestions
Adair's Saloon
2624 Commerce Street
Phone: 214.939.9900
Nothing like a good old burgers-and-beer dive serving greasy food to get the heart pumping. Well, the music certainly will, with a honky-tonk jukebox and live up-and-coming country acts that shake the graffiti spattered walls. The only thing this bar lacks is a sawdust floor. Wear your best Western wear to blend in with the writing on the walls, although nine to five suits also show to kick up their high heels.
Blue Cat Blues
2612 Commerce Street
Write your own musical history and check out the "Home of the Blues" at this Chicago-style club. The legends like Johnny Clyde, Copeland, S.P. Leary, and Jimmy Rogers have all blown the sax here, and don't be surprised to sit amongst the likes of Howard Leese, Doyle Bramhall, Long John Hunter, Jim Suhler hanging out on a night off to hear one of their personal favorites playing on the Blue Cat's stage. OK, enough name dropping (you get the picture). Just close your eyes and try to hear the faint notes of Blind Lemon Jefferson sangin' and playin' on the corner. Call 214.744.CATS for a current schedule or visit the site at www.bluecatblues.com
Curtain Club
2800 Main Street
Along with the clubby Liquid Lounge in the front of the venue, the Curtain Club boasts a notorious sound system known to bring down the curtain and shake the plaster off the walls. Although you'll always hear the best live music with a party to boot, you may want to contact the club at 214.742.2336 to get an updated calendar.
Deep Ellum Live
2727 Canton Street
Although the space is small and lacks state of the art climate control (dress appropriately: summertime this place is beastly hot and it's frigid in the winter) it's still a thriving place for live music. DEL, as it's known, hosts some of the most interesting national road shows to come through town, and the fact that it's usually general admission means that if you're willing to show up early or otherwise prove your love you'll be rewarded with an eyeful of your favorite band. Two bars, no food, but great music. Because this joint is only swinging when live bands are rocking, check out the schedule before attending.
Gypsy Tea Room
2548 Elm Street
With a ballroom boasting a huge hardwood floor, the Gypsy Tea Room invites you to get up and strut your stuff. However, local experts assure us that the usual "rootsy music will make you want to clam up and listen." A breeding ground for cutting-edge country and rock acts, the Room hosts performers that range from national names like Steve Earle and Son Volt to Texas heroes like the Derailers, Doug Sahm and Old 97's. So grab a brew, and kick up your spurs with some of the finest stomping tunes in Texas.
Samba Room
4514 Travis Street
Suite 132
In fact all those pretty people like to pulsate and shake just as much as the rest of us sipmle folk do and they go to the Samba Room to do it. Join the rest of the little black dresses so reminiscent of those in LA at Samba, well known for its Latin beats and designer margaritas. Whether it's the upscale tequila concoctions or the signature super spicy "Sunday Bloody Samba" that gets everyone loose, one thing is for sure. . .everyone is having fun.
