Showing posts with label Life in the City. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Life in the City. Show all posts

Friday, February 20, 2015

5 Great Eateries Near Cumberland on Granbury



Fort Worth is steeped in tradition,  and to our delight, dining out in Fort Worth is one of the most pleasurable traditions of all. Those of us who enjoy apartment living in Fort Worth, Texas need to have faithful stand-bys when it comes to good but affordable dining options. We’ve assembled a partial list of some of the most well-established eateries in town. Each has its own rich and unique history, each has forged a Cow Town tradition that brings dining out to a whole new level without breaking the bank.  Ask anyone whose grown up in these parts and they will tell you; these are the places that rate 5-stars among Ft. Worth natives.    

Deli/Bakery:  Swiss Pastry Shop Serving breakfast and lunch with a full menu since 1973 and located not far from home on West Vickery. Just about every type of deli sandwich is to be found at the Swiss Pastry Shop along with wurst plates and absolutely delectable pastry/bakery fare. 

Ribs:  Angelo's BBQ Family owned and operated since 1958, Angelo's is one of a kind and hands down--the best ribs you'll ever eat (and they serve up the coldest beer in town). The food is not just good here, it's legendary.

Mexican:  Joe T.Garcia’s Another family success story that began in 1935 is located on the edge of downtown Fort Worth on North Commerce. Be prepared to be patient with the wait as sometimes the lines can stretch around the block. Yes, the food is that good. Also take cash--no credit cards are accepted. 



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 Hamburgers:  Kincaide’s Original Camp Bowie Location
In 1964, Kincaide's Grocery and Meat Market started cooking hamburgers and the rest is history. The beef is range fed, antibiotic free and cut and ground fresh each day. Although there is a Kincaide's in the Hulen area on Overton Ridge, there's nothing like a nostalgic lunch at the original location on Camp Bowie.

  Seafood: Zeke’s Fish and Chips This establishment has been serving up the best New England style seafood for over 40 years. Not to worry though, if you prefer, they also have a full menu of sandwiches. My favorite is the peel and eat boiled shrimp by the pound. It's also not too far away, off Camp Bowie on Curzon. 

What favorite eateries have you discovered near Cumberland on Granbury? 


Friday, January 18, 2013

"This Thing is Legendary"



Slap a shine on your boots and dust off your Stetson; it’s time for Fort Worth’s infamous Fat Stock Show and Rodeo! Rodeo tickets sell out fast, so don’t wait too long to lock yours down. Monday through Friday Matinee Performances are $19.00 and Friday evening through Sunday evening performances are $25.00, making it one of the most reasonable entertainment bargains around, considering the fun, thrills and excitement that accompany a rodeo event.  The annual Fort Worth Fat Stock Show and Rodeo is a great way to experience Texas heritage and traditions that date back to 1896.


If you think the era of cowboys and the rugged west is over, a day at the Fat Stock Show will cause you to think again. There’s plenty of Texas culture to get steeped in.  Exhibits, food, livestock exhibitions, parades and plenty of scheduled entertainment happening every day throughout the Stock Show season which kicks off this week and extends through February 9th.   

If you want a bit of Texas tradition to take home, you’ll certainly find it here. You can shop for everything from belt buckles, boots and western wear to Stock Show souvenirs, artwork and livestock.


Longbrake Tate, Fort Worth Stock Show and Rodeo
If Cowboy Chic is more your style, schedule a lunch or dinner reservation for Reatta at the Rodeo, located in the Silver Spur room of the Amon G. Carter Exhibit Hall. The menu boasts palate pleasing delicacies like smoked quail with jalapeño cheddar grits and pan-seared pepper-crusted tenderloin with port wine sauce.  A well-rounded wine list and signature deserts will make your dining experience at Reatta at the Rodeo a cut above ordinary and lend a memorable ambiance to your Stock Show adventure. 


Chic, rugged, down-home, thrill-filled, entertaining; however you like your slice of Texana served up, the Fort Worth Fat Stock Show and Rodeo will deliver. It’s a great week day or weekend outing and an experience you’ll never forget.   

Friday, September 21, 2012

A Day in the District, Fort Worth

If it's simply too gorgeous outside for you to stay at home this weekend, Fort Worth has got a great Saturday outing for you. Enjoy the Botanic Gardens, the science and art museums and staged entertainment for free.
 
National Cowgirl Museum and Hall of Fame
9 destinations. 1 day. Free admission.
September 22, 2012,  10 a.m. - 5 p.m.

Fort Worth, Texas is a city where culture and heritage thrive together. Known for its legendary western roots, this city embraces the arts and is home to some of the most beautifully designed museums in the world, with outstanding collections and a vibrant performing arts scene.

On Saturday, September 22, nine cultural destinations will offer
free admission and many of Fort Worth's cultural organizations will offer free performances in and around each destination. We welcome you to enjoy the rich cultural experiences that Fort Worth has to offer during the seventh annual Day in the District, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Free transportation within the Cultural District will be provided by The Fort Worth Transportation Authority (The T).

Bring your family out to the celebrated Cultural District and enjoy free admission to a variety of art and cultural exhibitions, family-friendly activities and live performances by some of Fort Worth’s favorite arts groups.



Participating Destinations:

Free admission to all of the following on September 22, 2012. Many of Fort Worth’s cultural organizations will offer free performances in and around the museums. We welcome you to enjoy the rich cultural experiences that Fort Worth has to offer.



Amon Carter Museum of American Art
3501 Camp Bowie Blvd. 817.738.1933
Ruth Asawa: Organic Meditations
Industrial Monuments: Photographs and Works on Paper from the Machine Age


Botanical Research Institute of Texas (BRIT)
1700 University Drive 817.332.4441
From Field to Page: The Art and Science of Botany


Fort Worth Botanic Garden
3220 Botanic Garden Blvd. 817.871.7686
(Admission to Japanese Gardens is an additional fee.)


Fort Worth Community Arts Center
1300 Gendy St. 817.738.1938
Texas Artist Coalition Featured Artist: David Gappa


Fort Worth Museum of Science and History
1600 Gendy St. 817.255.9300
Science and history exhibitions
(Omni Theater and Noble Planetarium are an additional charge.)


Kimbell Art Museum
3333 Camp Bowie Blvd. 817.332.8451
Selections from the permanent collection


Log Cabin Village
2100 Log Cabin Village Lane 817.392.5881
Nineteenth century living history demonstrations.


Modern Art Museum of Fort Worth
3200 Darnell St. 817.738.9215
Lucian Freud: Portraits


National Cowgirl Museum and Hall of Fame
1720 Gendy St. 817.336.4475
Hard Twist: Western Ranch Women – Photographs by Barbara Van Cleve


Source: http://www.fwdayinthedistrict.org/

 

Friday, July 13, 2012

A Peachy Weekend Ahead


Parker County Peach Festival
If you are native to this area then you know that the Parker County Peach Festival is everything we love about summer in Texas. Although Weatherford, Texas has grown considerably, it still has that small town ambiance making it a great venue for this daylong fun-fest that celebrates the homegrown goodness of Parker County peaches. If you can imagine anything peach flavored, you’ll find it this weekend in downtown Weatherford. From homemade peach jam, preserves and ice cream to peaches by the bushel and the peck.
This year’s one day festival kicks off Saturday, July 14th with the Peach Pedal Bike Ride at 7:30 a.m.  with proceeds benefiting the Weatherford College Fund. Festival gates are open from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. with the stages heating up for Diaper Derbies followed by plenty of free entertainment, festival food, vendors and artisan exhibits. It’s a day trip worth making if you’re looking for some “best of summer” entertainment but other folks make the trip to get the first pick of this season’s Parker County peach crop before they hit the local produce markets.  Last year’s crowd was estimated at 30,000 festival goers, so it’s a nice size event especially when you throw in Weatherford’s quaint shopping district and 19th century courthouse built in 1886.

How to Get There:
Take I-20 West to exits 403, 406, 409 A or B, 410 or 413.
Due to construction on Hwy 51/ 171 we recommend avoiding exit 4
Take advantage of one of the convenient FREE shuttle parking lots at:
  • Hall Middle School – 902 Charles Street
  • 9th Grade Center (The Old Weatherford High School) – 1007 South Main Street
  • Weatherford College 225 College Park Drive
  • First Monday Trade Days Grounds (PARKING ONLY, NO SHUTTLE)
    Santa Fe Drive/Hwy 180
  • *Sheriff's Posse Grounds – 2251 Mineral Wells Hwy (Hwy 180)
  • Handicap parking/shuttle is available at the Ninth Grade Center, or at City Hall, right outside the Palo Pinto Street Festival entrance.
    *Get directions to this new parking location HERE!

Tuesday, July 3, 2012

Fort Worth's 4th of July

Address for parking: 1098 West Peach Street, FW Texas 76102
Fort Worth will be celebrating big along the banks of the Trinity River this 4th of July.  You'll have a full blown festival beginning at 4:30 p.m., where kid's areas, tubing in the river (or paddle boards), music, food and other attractions will keep the fun moving. Did I mention free ice cold water melon? Nothing says 4th of July in Texas like ice cold watermelon! 

Take advantage of shuttle parking and by all means bring your cooler--just leave the alcohol at home. No alcoholic beverages can be taken into the festival, but you will find plenty of beer and soda stands and a hydration station providing free water. Bring blankets and lawn chairs for the super fantastic fireworks show at 9:30 p.m., but the Panther Island Pavilion will start rocking at 6:00 p.m. with Fire in the Sky and Back in Black at 8:00 p.m. Additional information is available here. 


If Honkey-tonkin' is more your style, our dear friend Willie brings his 4th of July Picnic to the Stockyards.

July 4: Fort Worth - Willie Nelson's Picnic

What: Willie Nelson's 4th of July Picnic is coming back to the Fort Worth Stockyards. Willie takes the Main Stage at 11 p.m. Randy Rogers Band at 10:30 p.m. on the Honky Tonk Stage. Stoney LaRue takes the Outdoor Stage at 9:30 p.m. Jamey Johnson takes the Main Stage at 8:30 p.m.
When: July 4, 2012.
Where: Fort Worth Stockyards.
Tickets: Advance tickets are $35 at Billy Bob's. This is an indoor / outdoor event located on Rodeo Plaza in the Historic Fort Worth Stockyards. 17 and under must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian. No chairs - No umbrellas - No pets - No Coolers.

Whatever your plans are, Happy Independence Day! 

Tuesday, June 5, 2012

Biking with the Mayor

If urban biking is your passion, you'll be pleased to know that Mayor Betsy Price is committed to making Ft. Worth a "bike friendly" city. An avid cyclist herself, she and other town hall figures, fire and police officers join the ride with bike enthusiasts to see the city from a different perspective. 

Although it's more about the ride than the politics, Mayor Price says when she rides the city, people are more open to talk about what is important to them. From pet shelters to city services, she's getting lots of input on the streets about how to continue making Fort Worth a great place to live. 

Tour De Forth Worth is open to all cyclists and it's a great way to explore areas of the city you might not be familiar with. The next ride is Wednesday, June 6th from 6:00-7:30 pm. beginning at the Police and Fire Memorial on Seventh Street and although Mayor Price won't make this week's bike tour, there are plenty of dates still ahead. 

Bicycles, Inc. located at 5125 Granbury Road, is another great place to locate group rides and join other bike enthusiasts. If you plan to enjoy the summer biking Cowtown or if you are a bike commuter, share your pictures with us on Facebook. We'd love to see our residents tearing up the town on two wheels.   

Thursday, May 3, 2012

It's Mayfest Weekend!


Date & Time
·         
           May 3 – 6, 2012
·         Thursday and Friday 3:30 p.m. until 10:00 p.m.
·         Saturday 10:00 a.m. until 10:00 p.m.
·         Sunday 11:00 a.m. until 7:00 p.m.

Tickets

All prices are for a one day ticket to Mayfest:
·         Ages 13 and over - $8.00 per person
·         Ages 6 – 12 - $5.00 per person
·         Ages 5 and younger admitted FREE
·         
          Thursday is Senior Citizen’s Day – show your ID and receive FREE admittance for all patrons 60 years and better. Sunday is Military Day – show your ID for active duty, retired, reserve, or student cadet and receive FREE admission for you and up to three guests.
    
·         PURCHASE TICKETS ONLINE!
Directions
·         Mayfest is located in Trinity Park in the heart of Fort Worth, just off of University Drive.
·         Map to Trinity Park
·         TRE Schedule
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La Grave Field
FREE parking with FREE shuttle bus service located at La Grave Field, home of the Fort Worth Cats baseball team.  La Grave Field is located at 6th and Calhoun, just east of North Main Street (between Jacksboro Highway to the north and downtown Fort Worth to the south).  Please allow extra time during peak hours to park and shuttle to Mayfest.
Please note that the bus shuttles will begin:
·         at 2:00 pm on Thursday and Friday, May 3rd and 4th
·         at 9:00 am on Saturday, May 5th
·         at 10:00 am on Sunday, May 6th
and will continue throughout each day.  Shuttle service to La Grave Field parking lots will end each day 30 minutes after Mayfest closes.
Park And Walk
$10 per car park and walk located at Farrington Field. Farrington Field is located at 1501 North University Drive, Fort Worth, Texas 76107. The entrance is on Crestline Road at University Drive.
From I-30, take the University Drive North exit to Crestline Road. Take a right onto Crestline Road and the entrance to the parking will be a short distance on your left.
From Camp Bowie Blvd., head south on University Drive to Crestline Road. Take a left onto Crestline Road and the entrance to the parking will be a short distance on your left.
Map to Park and Walk
Bicycle Parking
Bike to Mayfest where you will enjoy free bike parking right outside the south entrance ticket gate.  The south entrance is located just off University Drive and Old University Drive, just north of the I-30 bridge.  Please be sure to bring your own chain and lock!

source: http://www.mayfest.org