State-of-the-art kitchen

• A Robot Coupe that can slice and dice 550 lbs of produce per hour
• An oven that increases efficiency and decreases water use and cooking time
• A pressure cooker that cooks four times faster with 40% less energy
• A blast chiller that increases food shelf life and makes the kitchen more flexible

Junior culinary training

Just the beginning

• Jonas Brothers | Wednesday, Aug. 30 | 7:30 p.m. | Globe Life Field, 734 Stadium Dr., Arlington | $40-$1,400 | We’re “Burnin’ Up” for this concert by the beloved North Texas boy band.

• North Texas Jeep Club Meeting | Thursday, Aug. 31 | 5 p.m. | Billy Bob’s Texas, 2520 Rodeo Plaza, Fort Worth | Free | Calling all Jeep aficionados — show your keys at the box office for free admission and discounts at the world’s largest honky-tonk.
• Still The One: A Tribute to Shania Twain | Thursday, Aug. 31 | 8 p.m.-12 a.m. | Fat Daddy’s Sports & Spirits Café, 781 W. Debbie Ln., Mansfield | Free | Enjoy the ultimate musical tribute to country star Shania Twain.*

• Corey Holcomb | Friday, Sept. 1-Sunday, Sept. 3 | Times vary | Arlington Improv, 309 Curtis Mathes Way #147, Arlington | $180-$360 | Grab a table for 4-8 friends and get ready to laugh with the Chicago comedian, radio host, and actor.
• “The Other Josh Cohen” | Friday, Sept. 1-Saturday, Sept. 16 | Times vary | Circle Theatre, 230 W. Fourth St., Fort Worth | $10-$50 | Catch this hilarious and quirky romantic comedy about a good guy caught in a lifelong battle with bad luck.

• TCU Football | Saturday, Sept. 2 | 11 a.m. | Amon G. Carter Stadium, 2850 Stadium Dr., Fort Worth | $60 | Watch the Horned Frogs take on the University of Colorado Buffaloes in the season opener.

• Live: schools, neighborhoods, and unwritten rules of the city
• Work: top industries, startups, and great spots to work outside
• Play: parks, festivals, hikes, and date nights

• The viral supreme croissants are headed to Cowtown thanks to a new bakery started up called Patissery. The giant, organic filled pastries will debut at Bodega South Main in the Near Southside on Saturday, Sept. 2.

• Look up. Tonight’s full moon is not only the second one this month (aka a blue moon); it’s also the last blue supermoon we’ll see until 2032, appearing 8% bigger and 16% brighter than usual. Check local charts for the best time to view. Bonus: shop for telescopes. (NPR)

• 7,421. That’s how many single-family building permits were filed in Fort Worth last year. According to data from the US Dept. of Housing and Urban Development, Cowtown has the highest rate of single-family construction in a major Texas city.

• UNT Health Science Center was granted $250,000 to improve quality and access to HIV/AIDS care and support. The grant will be distributed annually from the US Health Resources & Services Administration.

• The Near Southside’s Brix Barbecue will be the only DFW restaurant in the premier pitmasters event at the Texas Monthly BBQ Fest on Saturday, Nov. 4. Dayne’s, Goldee’s, Hurtado, Panther City, and Zavala’s Barbecue will showcase the following day.

• The city is selling nine residential parcels in Arlington Heights at the end of November. Located on Carleton and Western Avenues, the sale requires future redevelopment to reflect the architectural style of the community + meet flooding requirements. Bidders are invited to a virtual meeting on Wednesday, Sept. 20.

• Picking a road trip destination for Labor Day? Ta-da — you’re already here. Texas ranked the second best state for a road trip in an analysis by FINN. Check out our easy guides to hit the road.

• Refinance rates are skyrocketing. But home equity rates remain relatively low — which means that now is a great time to borrow against your home. Calculate your payment.*

• Fall into the season of baking with Adams Apple Co biscuit mixes. You’ll have all the ingredients you’ll need to create a delicious apple-based treat.

• Hosting a dinner party this fall? Treat your guests to one-of-a-kind laser-etched glasses from CEB Studio. Find your city’s design here.

• The best thing to scoop into your coffee (or tea, or smoothies) daily? Collagen that’s grass-fed, pasture-raised, and has 18 grams of protein per serving. Enter: NativePath’s Collagen Peptides.

• Pro tip: Use a propane-powered fire pit for an easy, smokeless burn. This Amazon Basics gas fire pit makes a great home patio addition or camping buddy.

• The piece of furniture we’re drooling over: this Poly & Bark leather ottoman pouf in cognac brown. Hello, soft leather and beautiful living room.