D Magazine March 2010
Cover Story
John Carona, the Last Republican
The Texas state senator has questioned how the legislature spends money. For that, his own party treats him like a heretic.
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Features
Publications
Dallas’ Grape Dames
The four Dallas women who drive us to drink—wine.
By Teresa Gubbins
Fashion
El Centro Grads Make Their Mark in the Fashion World
At El Centro College in downtown Dallas, aspiring designers can get a fashion education at a fraction of the cost of other programs. These six designers are the best of the recent graduates.
By Stephanie Quadri
Publications
The Man Who Stole $60 Million From Microsoft
Mark Geis was a bright kid from Plano who had a serious problem with Windows 95. So he stole $60 million worth of software from Microsoft.
By Mark Stuertz
Home & Garden
Gardening as Therapy
Sometimes a row of vegetables is more than just a row of vegetables.
By Gretel C. Kovach
Publications
Before You Get Rid of Your Car, Think About Tom Reilly
Upside down and can’t afford your car payments? Detective Tom Reilly will be happy to review your insurance claim.
By Thomas Korosec
Publications
Dallas’ New Italian Deli
Jimmy’s need not worry. Mandola’s Italian Market is more of a theme-park restaurant than a market.
By Teresa Gubbins
Fashion
Divine Is in the Details
This season, it’s all about accessories. Here are some of our favorite local finds.
By Stephanie Quadri
Publications
Jaap van Zweden Reaches Celebrity Status
The conductor of the Dallas Symphony Orchestra has done something quite remarkable: he’s become famous.
By Willard Spiegelman
Publications
Letter From Sparkman Hillcrest Cemetery
Many famous and monied Dallasites are buried at the historic site. It’s only polite that I say hello to them.
By Moira Muldoon
Publications
Nicaragua, the New Frontier
A trip to Nicaragua requires one to go outside conventional comfort zones. But once you break those boundaries, you’ll find a country of helpful strangers, enticing cuisine, and tantalizing adventure.
By Nancy Nichols
Politics
Q&A With Terri Moore
She calls herself a “Kojak Democrat,” and she just might be North Texas’ next U.S. Attorney.
By Thomas Korosec
Publications
Review: Mecca Restaurant
Head to this Dallas institution for giant house-made cinnamon rolls, endless cups of coffee, and top-notch people watching.
By Nancy Nichols
Publications
Review: Ocean Prime
The new restaurant in Uptown’s Rosewood Court Building offers more of the same—steaks, seafood, Caesar salad—just in a slightly different environment.
By Nancy Nichols
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Review: Tillman’s Roadhouse Fort Worth
Tillman’s trademark witty twist on the cowboy theme suits its new digs in the trendy So7 development in Fort Worth.
By Teresa Gubbins
Publications
Review: Urban Crust
This glossy pizzeria persuaded Salvatore Gisellu to shut down Daddy Jack’s Wood Grill in Deep Ellum and head north to downtown Plano.
By Teresa Gubbins
Publications
Soothing Spas in Our Favorite Cities
Refresh, renew, and escape the everyday grind with these indulgent weekend getaways.
Publications
The Modern Problems of the Dallas Contemporary
As the Contemporary settles into its new digs in the Dallas Design District, the museum struggles to find its place in the local arts scene.
By Peter Simek
Fashion
Trophy Club’s Most Famous Fashion Duo
Jane Aldrige and her mother Judy have been in the fashion spotlight in recent years—and that’s where they intend to stay.
By Stephanie Quadri
Nightlife
The Scene: March 2010
Meet the Dallas Dozen, our annual list of the people we most admire for their power and grace in all settings social.
By Jeanne Prejean
Publications
Behind the Scenes of Dallas’ Disastrous Promotional Video
D Magazine secured the unedited footage used to make the video. A transcript reveals what happened during the shoot.
By Tim Rogers