D Magazine April 2010
Cover Story
How Missing the Bubble Hurt Dallas Real Estate
Our home prices didn’t collapse. But that’s not necessarily a good thing.
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Features
Profiles
The Best DJs in Dallas
We asked the public to vote, and these three Dallas DJs stood head and shoulders (and turntables) above the rest.
By Sarah Eveans
Health & Fitness
The Humble Rheumatologist
When they can’t figure out what’s wrong with a child, they send her to Dr. Lynn Punaro, one of only 220 pediatric rheumatologists in the country.
By Krista Nightengale
Commercial Real Estate
The Pied Piper of Urban Density
Michael Buckley believes Dallas can be the model for the high-density future of the world’s cities. So he’s shaping young architectural minds at UT Arlington.
By Joseph Guinto
Publications
The True Love Story of a Gypsy Acrobat and a Dallas Lawyer
Fanny was an eighth-generation circus performer from France, who never thought she’d settle in a place like Dallas. But then she met Mark.
By Brendan McNally
Publications
Forty Five Ten Turns 10
The biggest little boutique in Dallas celebrates its anniversary in style.
By Stephanie Quadri
Publications
Laura Kostelny on the Joy of Text
New Dallas-based dating service Serendipity Sense is ideal for socially inept people—folks, like me, who prefer texting over talking.
By Laura Kostelny
Profiles
Q & A With Al Armendariz
The former SMU professor is now the regional head of the EPA—the first scientist to hold the job in over a decade.
By Jason Heid
Publications
Review: Cava Restaurant
Hopefully the Preston Royal neighborhood can keep this cozy, Latin-inspired spot afloat.
By Nancy Nichols
Publications
Review: Dish
Dish is the hottest nightclub on Cedar Springs. It’s also a great restaurant.
By Nancy Nichols
Publications
Review: Kenny’s Wood Fired Grill
Kenny Bowers’ place is all about cosmopolitan, single Addison. He has a knack for for meeting the needs of the neighborhood.
By Teresa Gubbins
Publications
Review: World Piece Cafe
Rene Peeters’ eclectic restaurant, which serves dishes from around the world, suits its Lower Greenville locale.
By Teresa Gubbins
Publications
The Biggest Chicken-fried Steak in the World
The world’s largest chicken-fried steak is served at Cowtown Diner in Fort Worth. It’s free of charge—if you can finish it.
By Krista Nightengale
Publications
The Conversation About Dallas Begins With Smart Criticism
FrontRow editor Peter Simek explains what D is trying to accomplish with its new arts blog.
By Peter Simek
Publications
The Dallas Opera Goes Big
The Dallas Opera is staging Moby-Dick for the opening of its inaugural season at the Winspear Opera House. But how do you do epic drama without the dramatic price tag?
By Peter Simek
Publications
The Dallas Urban Experiment
His Design District neighbors worried when developer Michael Ablon tried to rename the area LOL (for Lower Oak Lawn). But at least he had a plan.
By Peter Simek
Publications
The Uncertain Fate of the Dallas Art Fair
Artist and FrontRow critic Richard Patterson warns that organizers have only one more chance to get the the city’s annual art fair right.
By Richard Patterson
Publications
Valley House Gallery Brings Beauty to North Dallas
The oldest art gallery in Dallas, owned by Cheryl and Kevin Vogel, is an oasis in the suburbs. And you can enjoy it for free.
By Willard Spiegelman
Publications
Where the Street Has No Name
Pity the poor folks whose addresses changed (yet again) to give Dallas Hispanics their sop: César Chávez Boulevard.
By Josh Hixson
Publications
Special Advertising Section: Art + Culture Crowne Plaza Invitational at Colonial
The Art of Living by Cadillac
By D Magazine Staff
Publications
Special Advertising Section: Design + Fashion Lacoste Polo
The Art of Living by Cadillac
By D Magazine Staff
Publications
Special Advertising Section: Fine Dining Café on the Green at the Four Seasons Resort and Club
The Art of Living by Cadillac
By D Magazine Staff
Publications
Special Advertising Section: Health + Wellness Crowne Plaza Invitational and HP Byron Nelson
The Art of Living by Cadillac
By D Magazine Staff
Publications
Special Advertising Section: Philanthropy Salesmanship Club
The Art of Living by Cadillac
By D Magazine Staff
Publications
Lena’s Italian Ice Sets Up Shop in Allen
No, it’s not quite the same as shaved ice. This stuff is superfine and ultra creamy and comes in 20 flavors.
By Teresa Gubbins
Publications
Love, Pinot Noir Style
Two former Neiman Marcus employees fell in love and made beautiful wine.
By Hayley Hamilton
Publications
Letter From the Green Line
DART’s newest light-rail route was sold as a party. Some lies can be forgiven.
By Zac Crain