Dale Corbett is a realtor with Century 21 in Frisco, Texas. He works with buyers and sellers in the area, and those who are relocating to Frisco. Dale specializes in working with those looking for homes and does great with families.
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Dallas Directory
DallasDirectory.org is the new directory for local businesses in the DFW Metroplex. This website, created by The Marketing Shop.com, gives small businesses and entreprenuers exposure to people in need of their products and services. The directory offers listings for the following types of businesses:
There are over 150 categories of Dallas area businesses listed on DallasDirectory.org. The site ofers content, advice, articles and other goodies as well. Small business owners can purchase text ads and banner ads on the site on the pages that matter the most to their target customers.
The directory covers not only Dallas businesses, but businesses that are in cities surrounding cities. The site is called "DallasDirectory.org" because more people type "Dallas" in the search engines than they do the smaller city names.
The site is marketed via search engines such as Google and Yahoo, as well as through social networking channels and feeds. If you are interested in advertising your business on Dallas Directory.org, please go here: Advertise on Dallas Directory.
More categories on DallasDirectory.org:
- Dallas Italian Restaurants
- Dallas Indian Restaurants
- Dallas Thai Restaurants
- Dallas Steak Houses
- Dallas Sushi Restaurants
- Dallas Hamburger Joints
- Dallas Shopping
- Dallas Clothing Stores
- Dallas Furniture
- North Park Mall
- Galleria Mall
- Modern / Urban Home
- Dallas Fashion
- Dallas Boutiques
- Dallas Home Accessories
- Dallas Shoe Stores
Wednesday, August 19, 2009
Frisco Cares Clinic adds adults
By Debbie Sholk-Sousa / Frisco Enterprise
August 18, 2009
Frisco Cares Children’s Clinic, 6811 Oak Street, will be offering quality health care services to adults beginning Aug. 27. The clinic has been serving uninsured children since 2005.
The clinic will open its doors for patient registration at 5 p.m. and Dr. Mitra Canales, American Board of Internal Medicine (ABIM) certified specialist, will begin seeing patients at 6 p.m. Dr. Canales speaks Spanish and Farsi as well as English.
Uninsured adults from Frisco and surrounding areas will be seen for an office visit fee of $10. Prescriptions, if necessary, may be provided free of charge.
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August 18, 2009
Frisco Cares Children’s Clinic, 6811 Oak Street, will be offering quality health care services to adults beginning Aug. 27. The clinic has been serving uninsured children since 2005.
The clinic will open its doors for patient registration at 5 p.m. and Dr. Mitra Canales, American Board of Internal Medicine (ABIM) certified specialist, will begin seeing patients at 6 p.m. Dr. Canales speaks Spanish and Farsi as well as English.
Uninsured adults from Frisco and surrounding areas will be seen for an office visit fee of $10. Prescriptions, if necessary, may be provided free of charge.
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Many events lead to National Night Out
By Sgt. Adam Henderson / Frisco Enterprise
August 17, 2009
The ever popular National Night Out event that neighborhoods and residents of The City of Frisco have come to love and look forward to each year is to be held later this year. This year’s National Night Out for Frisco is set for Oct. 13, which is one week later than the date set for most other Texas cities.
National Night Out festivities begin with a Battle of the Badges blood drive that will run Sept. 23n26 at various locations throughout the city. The annual blood drive matches the city’s finest police and fire departments against one another to see who can donate the most, all going to a charitable cause. The blood drive is followed up by the Green Home, Health & Safety Fair to be held 9-1 p.m. Sept. 26 at the Frisco Athletic Center , 5828 Nancy Jane Lane. The fair is designed to promote safety, education, and awareness within the community.
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August 17, 2009
The ever popular National Night Out event that neighborhoods and residents of The City of Frisco have come to love and look forward to each year is to be held later this year. This year’s National Night Out for Frisco is set for Oct. 13, which is one week later than the date set for most other Texas cities.
National Night Out festivities begin with a Battle of the Badges blood drive that will run Sept. 23n26 at various locations throughout the city. The annual blood drive matches the city’s finest police and fire departments against one another to see who can donate the most, all going to a charitable cause. The blood drive is followed up by the Green Home, Health & Safety Fair to be held 9-1 p.m. Sept. 26 at the Frisco Athletic Center , 5828 Nancy Jane Lane. The fair is designed to promote safety, education, and awareness within the community.
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Friday, July 31, 2009
Forbes Names McKinney, TX 9th Best Place to Live in US
July 13, 2009 - Pegasus News - McKinney was recently named as one of the 25 Best Places to Move in the country by Forbes.com, coming in at #9. Out of the list of 25, six cities are in the Dallas metropolitan area, including Flower Mound at #6, Frisco at #7, McKinney at #9, Carrollton at #12, Allen at #19, and Plano at #25.
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Monday, June 22, 2009
$6,000 donation to Frisco Education Foundation
By Jane Whitledge / Star Community Newspaper
June 18, 2009
The Frisco Education Foundation board recently accepted a donation of $6,000 from Frisco Square Development. Frisco Square donates money each year to the Foundation following the Fair in the Square carnival event.
"All of us associated with Frisco Square are very proud of our partnership with the Frisco Education Foundation and of the support we receive from the citizens of Frisco,” said Bob Shaver, senior vice president of marketing and community relations for Frisco Square Development. “We're delighted to, once again, make a significant contribution to the scholarship fund and help worthy local students realize their ambitions."
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June 18, 2009
The Frisco Education Foundation board recently accepted a donation of $6,000 from Frisco Square Development. Frisco Square donates money each year to the Foundation following the Fair in the Square carnival event.
"All of us associated with Frisco Square are very proud of our partnership with the Frisco Education Foundation and of the support we receive from the citizens of Frisco,” said Bob Shaver, senior vice president of marketing and community relations for Frisco Square Development. “We're delighted to, once again, make a significant contribution to the scholarship fund and help worthy local students realize their ambitions."
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Frisco Camp exposes students to new careers
By Heather M. Smith / Star Community Newspaper
June 16, 2009
On Monday, middle school students in the Frisco Independent School District embarked on a journey to explore the fields of science, technology, engineering and math.
Fowler Middle School, which is part of FISD, also serves Plano residents.
“Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM) are important to America's global sustainability,” said Lawanda Penland, regional engineering strategic staffing lead. “We need to continue to increase our technical competitiveness and we must start with today's generation.”
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June 16, 2009
On Monday, middle school students in the Frisco Independent School District embarked on a journey to explore the fields of science, technology, engineering and math.
Fowler Middle School, which is part of FISD, also serves Plano residents.
“Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM) are important to America's global sustainability,” said Lawanda Penland, regional engineering strategic staffing lead. “We need to continue to increase our technical competitiveness and we must start with today's generation.”
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Thursday, May 21, 2009
Obama signs mortgage bill into law
By Philip Elliot
May 20, 2009
WASHINGTON - President Barack Obama said homeowners facing foreclosure would have a second chance under a measure he signed into law on Wednesday, but he added consumers still must live within their means.
The law encourages banks to spare homeowners from foreclosure and cracks down on lenders who take advantage of them. The bill passed Congress earlier this week and Obama bypassed a promised five-day waiting period to make it law.
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May 20, 2009
WASHINGTON - President Barack Obama said homeowners facing foreclosure would have a second chance under a measure he signed into law on Wednesday, but he added consumers still must live within their means.
The law encourages banks to spare homeowners from foreclosure and cracks down on lenders who take advantage of them. The bill passed Congress earlier this week and Obama bypassed a promised five-day waiting period to make it law.
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Friday, May 15, 2009
Smoke-Free Frisco Considers Cigar Bar Exception
Frisco recently enacted and is enforcing an indoor smoking ban, but city leaders are considering granting an exception for a cigar bar.
The city was recently approached about the possibility of building a free-standing cigar bar in Frisco Square, the property bookended by City Hall and Pizza Hut Park.
"I'd like to think government is flexible and always look for ways to work with our local community and local businesses," Mayor Maher Maso said.
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The city was recently approached about the possibility of building a free-standing cigar bar in Frisco Square, the property bookended by City Hall and Pizza Hut Park.
"I'd like to think government is flexible and always look for ways to work with our local community and local businesses," Mayor Maher Maso said.
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Frosted Java: Better Coffee and Better Atmosphere Than Starbucks in Frisco, Texas
When people talk coffee, people talk Starbucks. Somehow Starbucks has worked its way into being synonymous with the caffeine-laden beverage that so many in America are dependant on to make it through their days.
With Starbucks cornering the market on coffee, however, many shops find that they have to step it up to compete at all. Some of them have brought their best game, too, and have created places and drinks that blow Starbucks out of the proverbial water.
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With Starbucks cornering the market on coffee, however, many shops find that they have to step it up to compete at all. Some of them have brought their best game, too, and have created places and drinks that blow Starbucks out of the proverbial water.
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American Bank of Texas 'Frisco Grooves' brings free live music to Frisco every Friday night in June
In the same spirit as the independent, Texas-owned bank, American Bank of Texas has taken the lead to bring authentic, family entertainment to Frisco through the 4th Annual AMERICAN BANK OF TEXAS FRISCO GROOVES concert series. Each Friday night in June at 7:30 p.m., a leading Texas artist will provide a live concert.
Each concert takes place at Warren Sports Complex on Eldorado between Preston Road and Dallas North Tollway in Frisco. Open to the public. Wagons and picnics welcome. Bare feet, dancing and kids rolling around in the grass encouraged. Bring your own chair or blanket and your neighbors (if you like ‘em!). Concessions and CD sales will be available on site.
Wednesday, April 29, 2009
Future Frisco Dog Park
About 20 minutes; that’s how long Google maps states it takes to get to the Plano Dog Park when driving from Frisco. A hop, skip, and a jump; that’s all it’ll take to get you and your dog to the Frisco Dog Park when it’s built. Trying to get a dog park built isn’t an easy feat. Yet, that didn’t stop a volunteer organization found at www.friscodogpark.org from adopting this lofty goal. In September 2007, this group began imploring for the attention of the Parks and Recreation Board. The volunteer team assures us that The City staff, Parks & Recreation Board, and City Council members have been very helpful in explaining the obstacles that need to be overcome to ensure that the valuable project becomes a reality. As one would expect, the main challenge is funding. The volunteer team, made up of nearly 700 people, requests that people sign up on their website as supporters. Periodically the number of supporters is reported to the City Council and Parks & Recreation Board, which helps these groups understand how many people are in favor of attaining a dog park in Frisco.Story and Image courtesy of RealFrisco.com
Coach Joe's Changes to Buck Wilds in Frisco
by Rebecca Messmann at RealFrisco.com
Believe it or not we have a whole population of Frisco that is over 21 and a lot of those folks really like their sports. Now those folks have a new venue that is working towards entertaining them. Coach Joejavascript:void(0)’s at Preston & Main Street is under new ownership as of February, 2009. You will start to see that new signage promoting the new name “Buck Wilds” in the coming month.
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Believe it or not we have a whole population of Frisco that is over 21 and a lot of those folks really like their sports. Now those folks have a new venue that is working towards entertaining them. Coach Joejavascript:void(0)’s at Preston & Main Street is under new ownership as of February, 2009. You will start to see that new signage promoting the new name “Buck Wilds” in the coming month. Image Courtesy of RealFrisco.com
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Business news: New president at CORE Construction
CORE Construction has named Tim Erickson president of the Texas office in Frisco.
Erickson previously served as a vice president of CORE's Illinois operations and has committed nearly 20 years to the industry. Officials at CORE say his thorough understanding of construction can be attributed to his experience in a variety of leadership roles ranging from project manager to director of field operations and chief estimator.
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Erickson previously served as a vice president of CORE's Illinois operations and has committed nearly 20 years to the industry. Officials at CORE say his thorough understanding of construction can be attributed to his experience in a variety of leadership roles ranging from project manager to director of field operations and chief estimator.
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Swine flu: FISD takes precautions, monitoring
The Frisco Independent School District has issued the following press statement in regard to concerns about swine flu in North Texas. Updates will be provided as available.
FISD is in contact with local health officials in Collin and Denton Counties as they all work to monitor swine influenza and to protect our citizens. At present, there are no confirmed or probable cases in Collin or Denton Counties. Surveillance measures have been heightened and all are working closely with area physicians and hospitals, as well as national and state health agencies.
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FISD is in contact with local health officials in Collin and Denton Counties as they all work to monitor swine influenza and to protect our citizens. At present, there are no confirmed or probable cases in Collin or Denton Counties. Surveillance measures have been heightened and all are working closely with area physicians and hospitals, as well as national and state health agencies.
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Frisco Cyclists See Signs Of Progress On Roads
Cyclists in Frisco are finally getting what they have been praying for. More than 300 signs will be going up along some major roadways, reminding drivers to share the roads with cyclists. It's an effort to make the Frisco area safer for those on bikes.
"A lot of us are on the road and it can get a little dangerous," explained bicyclist Jeff Ellis. He was among a group who showed up to watch the signs go up. Ellis loves riding in Frisco because of all the open spaces and hills.
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"A lot of us are on the road and it can get a little dangerous," explained bicyclist Jeff Ellis. He was among a group who showed up to watch the signs go up. Ellis loves riding in Frisco because of all the open spaces and hills.
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Collin County clear of swine flu
No cases of the deadly strain have been reported locally, but health officials are continuing to monitor the situation.
Even though other parts of the nation and Mexico are starting to feel the effects of the swine flu outbreak, Collin County so far has a clean bill of health.
Officials from the Collin County Health Care Services Department confirmed that they have found no documented cases of the "Swine Influenza A" virus in the Collin County area as of Tuesday.
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Even though other parts of the nation and Mexico are starting to feel the effects of the swine flu outbreak, Collin County so far has a clean bill of health.
Officials from the Collin County Health Care Services Department confirmed that they have found no documented cases of the "Swine Influenza A" virus in the Collin County area as of Tuesday.
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Friday, April 24, 2009
Flame and bang seen in Frisco is safe
A gas flare and loud noise may startle residents Thursday morning, but the 50-foot high flame is only part of regular utility work along south Custer Road between Eldorado Parkway and State Highway 121.
On Thursday morning, Atmos utility crews will be clearing (or flaring) a 16-inch natural gas pipeline. The flaring is necessary to relocate the pipeline on south Custer Road, between Eldorado Parkway and State Highway 121.
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On Thursday morning, Atmos utility crews will be clearing (or flaring) a 16-inch natural gas pipeline. The flaring is necessary to relocate the pipeline on south Custer Road, between Eldorado Parkway and State Highway 121.
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Friday, April 17, 2009
Around Town in Frisco
FISD board meets April 20
The board of trustees of the Frisco Independent School District will meet 7:30 p.m. April 20, rather than April 13 as regularly scheduled.
The board's meetings are regularly scheduled the second Monday night each month at the FISD administration complex, 6928 Maple St., Frisco. Meetings may occasionally be rescheduled, according to the FISD's web site: www.friscoisd.org.
There was no agenda posted as of Sunday night for the April 20 meeting.
FISD graduations at Deja Blue
All four FISD high school graduation ceremonies will be held in Frisco at the newly remodeled Deja Blue Arena, 2601 Avenue of the Stars, at different times June 5 and 6.
Frisco High School will hold graduation 6 p.m. June 5
Centennial High School will hold graduation 10 a.m. June 6.
Liberty High School will hold their first graduation ceremony at 2 p.m. June 6.
Wakeland High School will hold graduation ceremonies 6 p.m. June 6.
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The board of trustees of the Frisco Independent School District will meet 7:30 p.m. April 20, rather than April 13 as regularly scheduled.
The board's meetings are regularly scheduled the second Monday night each month at the FISD administration complex, 6928 Maple St., Frisco. Meetings may occasionally be rescheduled, according to the FISD's web site: www.friscoisd.org.
There was no agenda posted as of Sunday night for the April 20 meeting.
FISD graduations at Deja Blue
All four FISD high school graduation ceremonies will be held in Frisco at the newly remodeled Deja Blue Arena, 2601 Avenue of the Stars, at different times June 5 and 6.
Frisco High School will hold graduation 6 p.m. June 5
Centennial High School will hold graduation 10 a.m. June 6.
Liberty High School will hold their first graduation ceremony at 2 p.m. June 6.
Wakeland High School will hold graduation ceremonies 6 p.m. June 6.
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Mall operator says Chapter 11 filing won't affect shopping at Galleria, Stonebriar, other centers
Shopping, uninterrupted.
That's the message General Growth Properties Inc., the second-largest U.S. mall operator, struggled to get out Thursday after it filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection.
The company said none of its 200 malls – including several in the Dallas area – is closing and shoppers shouldn't notice anything different. But there's a chance your favorite mall could be sold over the next few months, the company said.
Wednesday, April 15, 2009
Road Advisory for Section of Eldorado Parkway
TxDOT has switched eastbound traffic on Eldorado Parkway (FM 2934), from FM 423 to Legacy Drive, to the new concrete pavement. Both directions of traffic on Eldorado Parkway are now on the new concrete pavement.
Motorists are urged to use caution in the area as traffic adjusts to the switch.
Motorists are urged to use caution in the area as traffic adjusts to the switch.
Thursday, April 09, 2009
Frisco Adopts New Water Management Plan
Outdoor Watering Restricted To Two Days Per Week During Summer Months
The City of Frisco has new, mandatory water restrictions for summer months which emphasize watering efficiently and reducing waste. Last night, the Frisco City Council approved the plan.
As of today, the City of Frisco's new Water Management Plan takes effect.
This new plan encompasses a Drought Contingency Plan and a Water Efficiency Plan. Under the new Water Efficiency Plan, outdoor watering is restricted to two days per week and is based on residents' trash and recycling service schedule and an additional, designated day.
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The City of Frisco has new, mandatory water restrictions for summer months which emphasize watering efficiently and reducing waste. Last night, the Frisco City Council approved the plan.
As of today, the City of Frisco's new Water Management Plan takes effect.
This new plan encompasses a Drought Contingency Plan and a Water Efficiency Plan. Under the new Water Efficiency Plan, outdoor watering is restricted to two days per week and is based on residents' trash and recycling service schedule and an additional, designated day.
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Monday, March 23, 2009
Stocks jump on bank plan, rise in home sales
By TIM PARADIS, AP Business WriterNEW YORK – Wall Street is getting the good news it wants on the economy's biggest problems: banks and housing.
Investors reignited a two-week rally Monday after hearing the government's plan to help banks remove as much as $1 trillion in bad assets from their books and home sales showed a surprise increase. Major stock indexes jumped as much as 4 percent, including the Dow Jones industrial average, which rose nearly 300 points.
The Treasury Department said its plan would rely on the government's $700 billion financial rescue fund, the Federal Reserve and the Federal Deposit Insurance Corp., as well as private investors.
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Monday, February 23, 2009
Faces of Frisco ISD: Riddle Teacher Keeps Himself, Others Running
Faces of Frisco ISD is a monthly feature highlighting some of the untold stories of FISD and the people who make FISD special.
Hamlin Jones of Riddle Elementary, had never run a competitive race in his life until the Gary Burns Fun Run of 2005. But that was the first step into a life-changing adventure.
The Gary Burns is the major fundraiser for Frisco Education Foundation and campuses often bring teams to run in the event. Some campuses take their running more seriously than others. Superintendent Rick Reedy regularly takes employees who beat his time to lunch after the event.
“Mia Bennett (principal of Riddle at the time) said you’ve got to run Gary Burns! I had never run a 5K. But I ran it in 20 minutes and took 20th place,” Jones said.
CHS Orchestra Students to Compete at State Level
The following Centennial High School Orchestra members received Superior and Outstanding marks at the Region 24 UIL Solo & Ensemble Contest on Saturday, February 21st at Creekview High School in Carrollton. They are:
Juniors: Sarah Park and Susan Yi
Sophmores: Shane Andrews, Alysia Chen, Emma Chibnall, Alex Gamez, Min Ji Kim, & Sophia Miao
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Freshmen: Christina Clawson, Josh Davila, Kirsten Roberts, Roger Tang and Tara Thomas.
Eleven Centennial Orchestra students distinguished themselves by qualifying on Saturday for the state UIL solo & ensemble competition to be held in Austin in May. To achieve this honor and represent the students had to perform a grade one solo from memory or perform a grade one work with an ensemble and receive the highest rating by their judge.
Soloists advancing to state competition include: Shane Andrews, Alysia Chen, Min Ji Kim, Roger Tang and Tara Thomas. Ensembles advancing to state include: The Varsity Quartet: Alysia Chen, Alex Gamez, Susan Yi and Sophia Miao, violinists
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The Freshmen Quartet: Christina Clawson, Kirsten Roberts, Roger Tang and Josh Davila, violinists.
Apetitos – The Little Restaurant That Could
02/09/2009 from Wenter Blair
Perhaps the third time is the charm when it comes to Apetitos and the ladies who dined with me last week. You see, on the corner of Teel and Main is a little Mexican Restaurant with big dreams. It wanted to play with the big engines of food service and provide scrumptious Mexican food to all who wished to dine there, but no matter how many laid tracks to the little restaurant, it just wasn't ready to carry a big load of diners. Families in far north Frisco wanted to enjoy Apetitos and would roll in only to find that the food was late to the table, not available or simply not desirable. Apetitos has been persistent and its owners just knew that given a chance they could be the little Mexican Restaurant that could...and they have!
With some amount of trepidation, I agreed to review Apetitos because my mama always said, "If you can't say somethin' nice, don't say nothin' at all." I was fearful that this would be one of those instances. At first glance, the table was dressed out with bowls of lightly salted, airy chips and an entirely desirable salsa that was a hint pecante sauce and chunky with pico de gallo. I actually spoke aloud to my friend that this was already a nice improvement. Our waiter came straight to the table to take our drink orders and even had suggestions for us. I took his advice and thoroughly enjoyed the Raspberry Ice Tea. Apetitos does have a full bar but this was lunch and we had business on the table and a full agenda. Wait, that hasn't stopped me before! Oh well, there's next week!
One of our guests arrived with a hungry and fussy two year old. This child wasn't about to wait for the grownups to decide on which platter they would feast and our waiter made immediate note of that. He suggested that he could bring the little one's vittles as soon as possible. Like a shot, the order arrived to sooth the bitty beast at the end of the table. Of course, it also helped to have a quick thinking mama to manage things but nonetheless the gesture was greatly appreciated.
The nuances of the little restaurant were that of a big Mexican chain with ample but quiet festive music dancing in the background, notes of flavors wafting from the kitchen and never ending drinks that seemed to refill themselves before you had to ask. Our meals were classics that anyone can find in any Mexican restaurant but we took particular delight in the fact that the owner highlights that on select plates, they use genuine Velveeta. Who the heck doesn't love Velveeta! On most other meals they use real cheese and a sweet tomato sauce that is distinctive to Apetitos. We scarfed down Enchiladas, Chicken Flautas with the afore mentioned sauce, and Beef and Chicken Tacos Al Carbon grilled to a tender, tasty perfection. Often beans and rice are merely plate fillers you may or not eat. At Apetitos, the beans have a chuck wagon flavor that I enjoyed so much I actually cleaned my plate of legumes. For those of you not interested in the musical fruit, a side salad is easily substituted. While salt seems to be the all time favorite spice of the chef, the food was far better than we had anticipated and we rejoiced that Apetitos had realized that they knew they could do better and they actually did it. This little Mexican Restaurant that could, has, and we invite everyone to return to Apetitos. I sincerely hope that your experience is as good as ours was, and that families in far North West Frisco will be all aboard with Apetitos.
Apetitos Mexican Grill is located at:
3245 W. Main - Frisco, TX 75034
(214) 705-1010
www.ApetitoGrill.com
Perhaps the third time is the charm when it comes to Apetitos and the ladies who dined with me last week. You see, on the corner of Teel and Main is a little Mexican Restaurant with big dreams. It wanted to play with the big engines of food service and provide scrumptious Mexican food to all who wished to dine there, but no matter how many laid tracks to the little restaurant, it just wasn't ready to carry a big load of diners. Families in far north Frisco wanted to enjoy Apetitos and would roll in only to find that the food was late to the table, not available or simply not desirable. Apetitos has been persistent and its owners just knew that given a chance they could be the little Mexican Restaurant that could...and they have!
With some amount of trepidation, I agreed to review Apetitos because my mama always said, "If you can't say somethin' nice, don't say nothin' at all." I was fearful that this would be one of those instances. At first glance, the table was dressed out with bowls of lightly salted, airy chips and an entirely desirable salsa that was a hint pecante sauce and chunky with pico de gallo. I actually spoke aloud to my friend that this was already a nice improvement. Our waiter came straight to the table to take our drink orders and even had suggestions for us. I took his advice and thoroughly enjoyed the Raspberry Ice Tea. Apetitos does have a full bar but this was lunch and we had business on the table and a full agenda. Wait, that hasn't stopped me before! Oh well, there's next week!
One of our guests arrived with a hungry and fussy two year old. This child wasn't about to wait for the grownups to decide on which platter they would feast and our waiter made immediate note of that. He suggested that he could bring the little one's vittles as soon as possible. Like a shot, the order arrived to sooth the bitty beast at the end of the table. Of course, it also helped to have a quick thinking mama to manage things but nonetheless the gesture was greatly appreciated.
The nuances of the little restaurant were that of a big Mexican chain with ample but quiet festive music dancing in the background, notes of flavors wafting from the kitchen and never ending drinks that seemed to refill themselves before you had to ask. Our meals were classics that anyone can find in any Mexican restaurant but we took particular delight in the fact that the owner highlights that on select plates, they use genuine Velveeta. Who the heck doesn't love Velveeta! On most other meals they use real cheese and a sweet tomato sauce that is distinctive to Apetitos. We scarfed down Enchiladas, Chicken Flautas with the afore mentioned sauce, and Beef and Chicken Tacos Al Carbon grilled to a tender, tasty perfection. Often beans and rice are merely plate fillers you may or not eat. At Apetitos, the beans have a chuck wagon flavor that I enjoyed so much I actually cleaned my plate of legumes. For those of you not interested in the musical fruit, a side salad is easily substituted. While salt seems to be the all time favorite spice of the chef, the food was far better than we had anticipated and we rejoiced that Apetitos had realized that they knew they could do better and they actually did it. This little Mexican Restaurant that could, has, and we invite everyone to return to Apetitos. I sincerely hope that your experience is as good as ours was, and that families in far North West Frisco will be all aboard with Apetitos.
Apetitos Mexican Grill is located at:
3245 W. Main - Frisco, TX 75034
(214) 705-1010
www.ApetitoGrill.com
Monday, February 09, 2009
Frisco Family Services Center Gala 2009 Welcome To The Jungle
Frisco - Plans for Frisco Family Services Center's signature fundraising gala are well under way and this year's event, Welcome To The Jungle, is one you won't want to miss. The 15th annual event is Saturday, March 28, 2009 at the beautiful Embassy Suites Hotel and Conference Center in Frisco.
Frisco Family Services Center anticipates welcoming more than 900 guests who will dress in their jungle chic attire, and enjoy an evening of entertainment, friend-raising and fundraising to benefit those in need or in crisis in our community. Guests can dance the night away to the music of the very popular Random Axis Band, enjoy sumptuous food from area restaurants and have the opportunity to bid on an array of silent auction items including: jewelry, sporting event tickets, furniture, entertainment, weekend getaways, clothing, spa treatments, unique theme baskets and more.
Auctioneer Damon Motley and his spotters will once again orchestrate the always exciting live auction, giving guests the opportunity to bid on exceptional big-ticket items. New this year is an exciting luxury raffle for an opportunity to win a $10,000 Visa gift card courtesy of Collin Bank, a magnificent 7 day Hawaiian vacation for 4, or a stunning pair of 18kt white gold diamond hoop earrings provided by DFW Diamonds.
Raffle tickets are $50 each and you have your choice of which item you would like to enter to win. Only 1500 tickets will be sold and the winner need not be present to win.
Gala Chairs, Jennifer Barnes and Amy Davis encourage everyone to attend. General admission is $75 per person or $1000 for a reserved table for 10. With another sell out expected, make your reservations now and get your raffle tickets soon! For more information on sponsoring, donating an auction item, or to purchase tickets, visit www.friscocenter.org or call 972-335-9495.
This gala would not be possible with out the generous support of the restaurant partners and sponsors. Major sponsors showing their support include: Advanced Fixtures Incorporated, Baylor Medical Center at Frisco, Sam Roach Business Center, and Strasburger & Price, LLP, signature media sponsor Frisco Style Magazine, media sponsors: Farstar, Frisco-Online.com, and Inside Collin County Business. Some of the restaurant partners that will be at the event serving their sumptuous food are: Bonnie Ruth's Cafe, Campania Pizza, Cristina's, Hooters, Petra Essence of Mexico, and III Dimensional Catering.
Frisco Family Services Center anticipates welcoming more than 900 guests who will dress in their jungle chic attire, and enjoy an evening of entertainment, friend-raising and fundraising to benefit those in need or in crisis in our community. Guests can dance the night away to the music of the very popular Random Axis Band, enjoy sumptuous food from area restaurants and have the opportunity to bid on an array of silent auction items including: jewelry, sporting event tickets, furniture, entertainment, weekend getaways, clothing, spa treatments, unique theme baskets and more.
Auctioneer Damon Motley and his spotters will once again orchestrate the always exciting live auction, giving guests the opportunity to bid on exceptional big-ticket items. New this year is an exciting luxury raffle for an opportunity to win a $10,000 Visa gift card courtesy of Collin Bank, a magnificent 7 day Hawaiian vacation for 4, or a stunning pair of 18kt white gold diamond hoop earrings provided by DFW Diamonds.
Raffle tickets are $50 each and you have your choice of which item you would like to enter to win. Only 1500 tickets will be sold and the winner need not be present to win.
Gala Chairs, Jennifer Barnes and Amy Davis encourage everyone to attend. General admission is $75 per person or $1000 for a reserved table for 10. With another sell out expected, make your reservations now and get your raffle tickets soon! For more information on sponsoring, donating an auction item, or to purchase tickets, visit www.friscocenter.org or call 972-335-9495.
This gala would not be possible with out the generous support of the restaurant partners and sponsors. Major sponsors showing their support include: Advanced Fixtures Incorporated, Baylor Medical Center at Frisco, Sam Roach Business Center, and Strasburger & Price, LLP, signature media sponsor Frisco Style Magazine, media sponsors: Farstar, Frisco-Online.com, and Inside Collin County Business. Some of the restaurant partners that will be at the event serving their sumptuous food are: Bonnie Ruth's Cafe, Campania Pizza, Cristina's, Hooters, Petra Essence of Mexico, and III Dimensional Catering.
Jimmy Buffett at Pizza Hut Park - April 18, 2009 for "Summerzcool"
FRISCO, TX (Tuesday, Feb. 3, 2009) - Jimmy Buffett and the Coral Reefer Band make a triumphant return to Pizza Hut Park for one remarkable performance and tailgate on Saturday, April 18 at 7:30 p.m. as part of Jimmy Buffett's "Summerzcool" Tour 2009.
FC Dallas Full Season Ticket holders will have a chance to order tickets to the April 18 concert during a special pre-sale beginning Wednesday, Feb. 4 at 10 a.m. Please contact the FCD front office for more information (888-FCD-GOAL).
Tickets for the general public will go on sale on Monday, Feb. 9 at 10 a.m. and can only be purchased through Ticketmaster outlets, www.ticketmaster.com, or charge by phone at 1-800-754-3000. There is a six ticket limit per customer. Tickets are not available through the Pizza Hut Park box office.
Please check www.pizzahutpark.com for more information regarding the opening of gates, parking costs, hours, and tailgating policies for this event.
This will be Buffett's third concert at Pizza Hut Park, having previously played at the home of FC Dallas on April 28, 2007 and April 26, 2008.
FC Dallas Full Season Ticket holders will have a chance to order tickets to the April 18 concert during a special pre-sale beginning Wednesday, Feb. 4 at 10 a.m. Please contact the FCD front office for more information (888-FCD-GOAL).
Tickets for the general public will go on sale on Monday, Feb. 9 at 10 a.m. and can only be purchased through Ticketmaster outlets, www.ticketmaster.com, or charge by phone at 1-800-754-3000. There is a six ticket limit per customer. Tickets are not available through the Pizza Hut Park box office.
Please check www.pizzahutpark.com for more information regarding the opening of gates, parking costs, hours, and tailgating policies for this event.
This will be Buffett's third concert at Pizza Hut Park, having previously played at the home of FC Dallas on April 28, 2007 and April 26, 2008.
Martini Park Closed at Shops at Legacy
Popular nightspot Martini Park has closed according to D Magazine. Martini Park was located in Plano in The Shops at Legacy.
Wednesday, January 21, 2009
Sotherby Homes Closes Some Operations
WFAA reports that Sotherby Homes, specializing in high end homes--mostly in Frisco and McKinney, Texas is closing some operations. "Plano-based Sotherby Homes builds more than 300 houses a year that sell for between $300,000 and $500,000."
The Sotherby Homes website is down.
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The Sotherby Homes website is down.
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Frisco chamber names Felker president-CEO
The Frisco Chamber of Commerce has named one of its own as president and CEO.
Following discussion and action at their board meeting Friday, the chamber’s board of directors announced that Tony Felker has been named its president-CEO, effective immediately.
“We are pleased, proud, and honored to have the opportunity to have Tony as our new president,” said Steve Watten, chairman of the board.
“Tony brings a familiarity with the Frisco chamber and community that is unique, and he has a vested interest in the chamber, both personally and professionally,” Watten added.
Felker has been employed at the Frisco Chamber of Commerce for the last four and a half years, most recently serving as vice president of business development.
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Following discussion and action at their board meeting Friday, the chamber’s board of directors announced that Tony Felker has been named its president-CEO, effective immediately.
“We are pleased, proud, and honored to have the opportunity to have Tony as our new president,” said Steve Watten, chairman of the board.
“Tony brings a familiarity with the Frisco chamber and community that is unique, and he has a vested interest in the chamber, both personally and professionally,” Watten added.
Felker has been employed at the Frisco Chamber of Commerce for the last four and a half years, most recently serving as vice president of business development.
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