Ladies, this one is for you! (sorry, gents)

National Women’s Health & Fitness Day is the perfect day to get back on track with you taking care of your mental and physical health, especially after six-plus months of COVID life. Here are a few ideas to get your mind and body going.

It is officially Fall and nothing sounds better this time of year than cool weather and hot coffee! Irving offers a wide selection of coffee shops and restaurants serving up some serious caffeine. Whether you are an iced coffee year-round, straight black coffee, or pumpkin spice and everything nice in your cup, today, let’s all celebrate National Coffee day! Check out these awesome spots in Irving for your coffee fix today! 

My Bear is the absolute love of my life! My Bear is not really a bear, of course,  but actually, a dog that looks like a bear, a teddy bear to be exact, and he’s got me wrapped around his fluffy paw. He knows how to pull the puppy-dog eyes to tug at my heart when he sees me packing my suitcase, like these guys...

Once only fed to the poor and prisoners, the lobster has transformed from pauper to prince of your plate in a true rags-to-riches tale worth celebrating. Lobsters are famous for mating for life - a myth that was first publicly popularized on an episode of Friends courtesy of Phoebe Buffay who said, “You know what, you can actually see old lobster couples walkin’ around their tank, ya know, holding claws!” Peeps, please don’t go looking for your “lobster” as they’re serial monogamists, having one exclusive, but very short-term, relationship

Welcome back to town, The Ginger Man! Let's celebrate with a post all about this beloved watering hole in Las Colinas. If you frequent the Water Street district, you'll for sure be rejoicing that this lovely waterside dining establishment is back (with temporary hours). The patio sits right on Lake Carolyn offering great people-watching, sweet views of the Omni Las Colinas, and all water sports activities that float on by. You might have spent some time there enjoying an adult beverage, but let's talk about some food options that are takeout worthy. 

Today is National Queso Day and yes I may have tears of joy right now! Hot, cheesy, and perfect topping for any chip, burrito, or TexMex favorite. If you’re looking to celebrate the greatest day of the year, Irving has a TON of great options for dine-in, patio seating, curbside, and delivery to enjoy at home.

Ahhh, the cheeseburger... it’s essential at backyard barbecues and tailgate parties, and it’s the official sandwich in Paradise.  Plus, it celebrated with its own day. Personally, I’ve never met a cheeseburger I didn’t like. So please allow me to introduce you to some classics, local faves, the fancies, the dives and some hidden gems you’ll be delighted to discover as we celebrate National Cheeseburger Day in Irving. Let’s dive in! 

With September winding down and fall nearly upon us, it’s not too late to get in some “self-care” during #NationalWellnessMonth.

Put yourself first and put your well-being at the top of your “to-do” list with some much-needed “me” (or “we”) time. Here are some ideas to help you just take a breath and relax, restore, and regenerate. 

Give Taco Tuesday a siesta and try Tamale Tuesday! Tacos get a lot of love, but what about their cousin... the TAMALE! If you're anything like me, you've probably purchased a tamale or even a dozen from a complete stranger. Yep, guilty! I'm still not opposed to that idea, but in case you're wondering who has amazing tamales around Irving, keep on reading. Feel free to add your favorites in the comments. #TakeoutTuesday

Sunny-ish skies, a slight breeze and cooler temps are the perfect conditions for an alfresco weekend. And Irving has the ideal attributes for your outdoor fun. You can hit the trails, take a stroll around Lake Carolyn, make a splash on the canals or pack a picnic for the parks. You can also eat and drink your way around town, and we have the perfect ingredients for that too.  Whether you’re an early riser or a late-nighter, brunch aficionado, day drinker or fine-diner, you’ll find your niche right here.  (Cover photo: @restfallen)