D Magazine February 2019
Cover Story
The Best New Bars In Dallas
These aren’t merely places to get a drink. No, these are where stories begin, where adventures unfold, where plot twists occur, and new characters join in. Where life happens.
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Features
Publications
Where to Find the Best Bar Food in Dallas
You can find nearly anything in a Dallas bar. That means cheese fries, yes, but also pho and octopus and bison chili.
Publications
How Ernie Banks Grew Up
His hometown largely ignores his legacy, but the life of Mr. Sunshine took shape in a poor Dallas neighborhood that would become the Arts District.
By Ron Rapoport
Publications
Colorado Ski Country Is the Other Dallas (Just With Snow)
Although our love is unrequited, we can’t quit our favorite Rocky Mountain state. We talked with six Dallasites to find out why they keep returning for that perfect powder.
By Kathy Wise
Local News
Max Glauben Will Live Forever
A new Dallas museum will show an exhibit with a Holocaust survivor the likes of which you’ve never seen. Or talked to.
By HARRIET P. GROSS
Law
How DA John Creuzot Helped His Dad Build One of Houston’s Favorite Chicken Joints
And run a Church’s across the street out of business.
By Shawn Shinneman
Education
A Look Back at Teach for America DFW’s First 10 Years
Our local corps celebrates a stellar report card with a party.
Personalities
Adam Medrano Has Our Favorite Office at City Hall
The Councilman has a weird thing for bobbleheads.
By Matt Goodman
Floral
Deep Ellum’s New (and Deeply Millennial) Floral Concept Opens Today
The most memorable part of a Petal Pushers bouquet: the delivery method.
Holiday
7 Ways to Not Hate Valentine’s Day
These local experts and small businesses help you avoid the holiday’s more vanilla hallmarks.
Fitness
How One Man Stayed Sane at Spin Class
Making peace with the absurdity of indoor cycling was the only way to keep me off my couch.
By Matt Goodman
Fashion
Hari Mari Finally Applied Their Footwear Magic to Boots
The flip-flop innovator now has alternatives for men afraid to expose their toes.
Publications
Try These Vegan-Approved Dips From Zubiate’s Cocina
Sarah Zubiate makes queso and crema fit for vegans, but tasty for all.
Publications
Grabbing a Bite at Nori Handroll Bar
The Deep Ellum spot hips Dallas to the sushi you hold in your hand.
Publications
A Subtle and Soothing Take on Ethiopian Cuisine
Shebelle Ethiopian Cuisine & Bar brings the flavors of berbere to North Dallas. A version of them, anyway.
Publications
El Vecino’s New Location Is a Whole Other Enchilada
Trips to the restaurant’s original and new Travis Walk locations yield inconsistent results.
By Kathy Wise
Education
How Dallas ISD’s Success Could Impact the State
Texas is in trouble. Luckily lawmakers in Austin know where to look for answers.
By Eric Celeste
Local News
The Birthday Party Project Wants All Children to Feel Celebrated
Paige Chenault throws birthday parties for homeless kids, some of whom have never had one.
By Caitlin Clark
Publications
The Most Forbidden Bar in Dallas
A dispatch from the land of No Scene Control.
By Tim Rogers