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📁 Bartender confidential
Who am I? That’s a secret we’ll never tell. XOXO.
A lot has changed about the Fort Worth bar scene over the last 20 years. Establishments have come and gone like the wind — some shutting down before you can even say, “another round, please.” RememberLola’s, anyone?
We sat down with the head bartender at one of FTW’s most popular bars — someone with 22 years in the industry — and asked them to give us the inside scoop on the current state of the city’s bar scene.
Editor’s note: Verbiage has been edited for brevity.
Q: How has the industry changed within the last 20 years? A: Consumers have learned a lot. They want to know what’s going into their food and their drinks. Everyone is now more concerned with what they’re putting in their bodies as well as ‘if I’m gonna spend my money on this, I want it to be worth it.’
Fort Worth’s Parade of Lights has been postponed. It was originally scheduled for this Sunday, Nov. 23, but has been moved to Sunday, Nov. 30 due to potential inclement weather.
Pets
The Stockyards’ twice-daily cattle drive has been paused until Thursday, Nov. 28. Due to a horse virus that has been tracked to Waco, at least 18 equestrian events have been canceled across North Texas. (Fort Worth Star-Telegram)
Concert
Yesterday, we shared 34 future concerts headed to North Texas. We missed the part where Bow Wow was coming too. The R&B star, along with B2K, will be making a stop at Dickies Arena on Saturday, March 14. Tickets go on sale today, Nov. 21 at 10 a.m. (CultureMap Fort Worth)
Environment
Fort Worth’s Holiday Grease Roundup will take off again this year, with an extended deadline. Safely dispose of any leftover cooking fats, oils, and grease by taking them to any one of the four drop-off stations through Saturday, Jan. 25. Check the city’s holiday collections schedule.
Eat
Sundance Square’s Simply Fondue is dipping out. And by that, we mean moving across downtown. The restaurant is eyeing a spot on the ground floor of a parking garage across from the convention center. Stay tuned for an official move and opening date. (Fort Worth Star-Telegram)
Trending
Last month, 19 Buddhist monks set out from Fort Worth on their Walk For Peace. This week, two monks were involved in a vehicular accident near Houston, and one immediately underwent surgery. The surgery went well, and he is now in recovery. We’ll do our best to keep you updated on their journey. (Fort Worth Report)
Transit
According to Lemon Law Experts, where TX-360 meets I-20 is the most dangerous ramp in DFW. Friendly reminder — drive with caution when you’re approaching this interchange and send this to a friend who you know frequents this area.
Sports
Is it possible that the Dallas Mavericks aren’t actually based in Dallas? According to WFAA, it’s the latest claim by Dallas Stars. Follow WFAA Reporter Paul Livengood to find out where the Dallas Stars and the Dallas Mavericks will call their future home arena.
Listen
What did Mark Cuban say about trading Anthony Davis? Find out on the latest episode of Locked On Mavericks.
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This week, we asked readers if they remembered what year the Dallas Cowboys launched the Red Kettle Kickoff halftime show.
Red Kettle Kickoff launches The Salvation Army’s annual Red Kettle Campaign.
Photo by CLTtoday
If you are part of the 49% of readers who guessed 1997 — you were correct.
Then, we quizzed readers on which artist has not performed a Red Kettle Kickoff halftime, and that threw the majority off. Jessica Simpson, Eric Church, and Selena Gomez are among the artists who have performed during the halftime show. Pitbull has not — though we’d pay to see him. Just 20% got that right.
The Wrap
The Wrap
Think I’ll ever reveal the bartender behind “Bartender Confidential?” Think again. That’s a secret between me and my new bartender friend.
For you, dear subscribers, a bonus question that I thought you might find interesting. Q: What’s the most underrated cocktail in your opinion? A: The Old Pal. It’s like a Boulevardier, but with dry vermouth instead of sweet.
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