Gizmo is located near Gate C35 in Terminal C at DFW Airport. | Photo by Jacob Livar
The next time you travel through Terminal C at DFW Airport, look for Gizmo. Fort Worth-based coffee shop Ampersand has teamed up with Hestia Robotics and Southlake-based RobotLAB to bring DFW Airport its first robotic coffee maker.
Gizmo’s shift began on Monday, April 7, near Gate C35. He’s a Coffee Robot C1 PRO, which means he’s awesome. He has the quickest preparation speed of any model of his kind, boasts a doubled cup capacity, and offers 27 signature drinks, including tea. Customers order from a touchscreen attached to the kiosk, and within minutes, their order will be available for pickup from one of three windows.
Ampersand CEO Toan Luong will continue to partner with RobotLAB to bring robotic coffee delivery straight to customers’ gates by 2026. Unlike Gizmo, these robotic coffee delivery agents will operate on the same schedule as human baristas — 6 a.m. to 7:30 p.m.
So, the next time you’re jetsetting to a new destination, stop by Gizmo for a pick-me-up.
Events
Events
Wednesday, April 9
TCU Men’s Tennis | 5:30-8:30 p.m. | Bayard H. Friedman Tennis Center | Free | Stream live or watch in-person as the Horned Frogs meet the SMU Mustangs at the net.
Spark Workshops | 5:30-9 p.m. | SiNaCa Studios | $80 | Drop in for a 90-minute session where you’ll pick your colors and manipulate glass to create a one-of-a-kind succulent.
Thursday, April 10
Rum Showcase and Tasting Session | 6-8 p.m. | Tarantula Tiki Lounge | $30 | Join Tarantula Tiki Lounge and Maverick Beverage Company for a rum-tasting party featuring rums from Barbados, Martinique, Mexico, and Trinidad.
Irrigation Components: A Water-Saving Seminar | 6-8 p.m. | Botanical Research Institute of Texas | Free | Learn how to get the most out of your irrigation system — without draining your wallet.
Sesame Street Live! | 6 p.m. | Will Rogers Memorial Center | $12+ | Elmo, Cookie Monster, and friends have come to the neighborhood to sing, dance, and play.
Friday, April 11
37th Annual Fashion Show & Luncheon Benefit | 9 a.m.-1 p.m. | Hurst Conference Center, Hurst | $175+ | Attend the Colleyville Women’s Club’s largest fundraiser showcasing ready-to-wear styles from Austin Lorin, Dillard’s, and more + check out pop-up vendors like KL Candles and Hawaii Fluid Art.
Chris Young | Friday, April 11-Saturday, April 12 | 10 p.m. | Billy Bob’s Texas | $30+ | Welcome the “Aw Naw” singer for a two-night performance in the heart of the Fort Worth Stockyards.
Masters Tournament Watch Party | Friday, April 11-Sunday, April 13 | Time varies | Crystal Springs Hideaway | Cost of purchase | Enjoy $6 cocktail specials and $2 pimento cheese sandwiches from Big Kat Burgers.
Rock bands Breaking Benjamin and Three Days Grace will be going on a joint tour this fall and stopping by Dickies Arena on Monday, Sept. 1. Presale tickets are available today at 10 a.m., while general onsale tickets are available this Friday, April 11 at 10 a.m. (CultureMap Fort Worth)
Holiday
Chag sameach. Passover (or Pesach) begins at sundown this Saturday, April 12, and goes through Sunday, April 20. You can find iconic Passover desserts — including caramel matzo crunch, flourless chocolate cake, and coconut macaroons — at our local Susie Cakes.
Cause
Texas Taco Week is quickly approaching. Local restaurants are teaming up with Texas charities to release a signature menu item, in which the proceeds will go towards feeding or sheltering the hungry. Check out the full list of restaurants participating from Tuesday, April 29, through Monday, May 5. (Fort Worth Magazine)
Edu
Guess which famous Fort Worthian and Emmy-nominated producer will deliver the commencement address at the University of Texas at Austin spring graduation. If you guessed Taylor Sheridan — you’d be correct. Sheridan will deliver the speech to 50,000+ attendees during the ceremony on Saturday, May 10. (Fort Worth Star-Telegram)
Drink
A new day-and-night coffee shop is coming to Azle. Pro Libertate Coffee, from husband-and-wife duo Bryan and Rene Wallace, will open next month, sourcing beans from Buon Giorno Coffee in Fort Worth. This late-night coffee spot will be open Tuesday through Saturday from 10 a.m. until 9 p.m. (CultureMap Fort Worth)
Sports
Notre Dame guard and projected No. 2 overall pick in this year’s WNBA Draft Olivia Miles, has announced she’s transferring to TCU. Two weeks ago, Miles faced the Horned Frogs during the Elite Eight tournament and won. Now, she’ll forego the draft and join her previous opponents. Follow WFAA sports anchor Joe Trahan for more news. (WFAA)
Fun Fact
New to town? Ever wonder why Fort Worth is called “Panther City?” The nickname actually dates back to the 1870s. Familiarize yourself with all of our nicknames, including “Cowtown,” “Funkytown,” and the most recent addition, “F-Dub.”
Ranked
According to the US News & World Report, Texas A&M University School of Law is ranked No. 22 on its list of top law schools in the nation. The school that is currently under construction downtown, slated to be completed by 2027, first cracked the top 100 in 2018 and has steadily climbed up the last seven years. (Fort Worth Report)
Listen
The Florida Gators have won the 2025 NCAA men’s championship tournament. The team defeated the Houston Cougars Sunday night at the Alamodome in San Antonio. Want more news on the SEC? Get the biggest stories every day from the local experts with LockedOn’s daily podcasts.
Finance
We know you’re smart (you subscribe to FTWtoday, after all), but we all have our blind spots when it comes to spending. Here are the 11 dumbest things smart people waste money on.*
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By the time you’re reading this, I’ll be on my way to a tropical destination. I’m flying out of Terminal D at DFW Airport, so sadly I don’t get to meet Gizmo yet, but I’m hopeful I will see him soon. Can you guess where I’m going based on this riddle?
I’m a group of islands, crystal and blue where turquoise waters meet skies so true. I’m known for my beaches and vibrant culture from Junkanoo parades to a relaxed posture. 🌴
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