Thursday, February 28, 2013

Best of Big D 2013!

I don't mean to brag - well.. ok, maybe I do - but the Editors at D Magazine have nominated thirteen of West Village's boutiques for The Best of Big D Reader's Choice Poll 2013!!
You have until March 10th to vote for each of your favorite places to shop. And here's a bonus...you can vote every day!
2013

Accents

BEST AFFORDABLE WOMEN'S CLOTHING

Cowboy Cool

BEST PLACE TO BUY JEANS

Demerara

BEST WOMEN'S CLOTHING BOUTIQUE
&
BEST MEN'S CLOTHING STORE

Epic Apparel

BEST PLACE TO BUY JEANS
&
BEST WOMEN'S CLOTHING BOUTIQUE

Eye Pieces

BEST SHOP FOR EYEWEAR

Indigo

BEST HOME ACCESSORIES

L. Bartlett

BEST SHOE STORE
&
BEST WOMEN'S CLOTHING BOUTIQUE

Nicole Kwon

BEST WOMEN'S CLOTHING BOUTIQUE
&
BEST MEN'S CLOTHING STORE

Pitaya

BEST AFFORDABLE WOMEN'S CLOTHING

Q Custom Clothier

BEST CUSTOM CLOTHIER FOR MEN
&
BEST CUSTOM CLOTHIER FOR WOMEN

Rye 51

BEST MEN'S CLOTHING STORE

Warehaus

BEST MEN'S CLOTHING STORE

y&i

BEST AFFORDABLE WOMEN'S CLOTHING


  No excuses, because you can vote from your phone or laptop!

Posted by Andrea Butler, Marketing Intern.

Tuesday, February 19, 2013

Deepa Gurnani Trunk Show!




Don't forget to...

Starting this Thursday, L. Bartlett will be hosting a trunk show for Deepa Gurnani -- showcasing her new, beautiful pieces of jewlrey & of course her classic, chic headbands!

Get ready to be obsessed!











3699 McKinney Ave #302
Dallas, Texas 75204
214.521.3500
Posted by Andrea Butler, Marketing Intern.   

Monday, February 18, 2013

President's Day Shopping!

Banana Republic




 LOFT


Gap





 Save up to 40% on select styles in-store, or shop online and save 30% on your entire purchase.


*All sales end on 2/18/13*


Posted by Andrea Butler, Marketing Intern.


Thursday, February 14, 2013

Valentine's Date After Party at Cork Wine Bar!


Happy Valentine's Day!

  
I'm here to pass along a little message from one of my favorite spots in West Village! Even if you already have dinner plans with your honey tonight, be sure to stop by Cork Wine Bar afterwards for some bubbly & chocolate. Check out the details below!




 Grab your sweetie and come join us at Cork for Champagne & Chocolates this Valentine's Day!    


 We have a killer special going on tonight:


We LOVE grower Champagnes at Cork so tonight we are popping Marc Hebrart Brut Premier Cru Champagne (yes, the real stuff and 91pt rated) for only $14/glass. It gets BETTER, if you buy a glass you will get a handmade bon bon from Chocolate Secrets FREE- they are pretty amazing!


And, if you mention this post, we will give you half off a cheese board on Valentine's Day! Wine & cheese? But of course!


So come join us today or tonight, before or after dinner, for some bubbles and chocolate!

3636 McKinney Ave, Suite 170
Dallas, Texas 75204
214.780.0373
 Posted by Andrea Butler, Marketing Intern. 

Tuesday, February 12, 2013

A Season for Sales!


LF's annual 60% off sale has already begun! This is the only sale of the season so do not miss out.
Here's an exclusive sneak peak of some great styles & brand names that are on sale now!



 CARMAR coated jeans and jeggings

Jeffrey Campbell shoes & Rebecca Minkoff bags (yes, 60% off...)


All accessories & jewelry

All photos courtesy of LF Stores


3699 McKinney Ave
Ste.103B
Dallas, TX 75204
214.252.1500


Also, check out Indigo's special Valentine's Day sale!





Come into Indigo at The West Village, to find a Valentine's Day gift as unique and
beautiful as your sweetheart! From amazing Jewelry, for both him and her, to incredible
decor items. Check out this Custom Framed Dallas City Map circa 1887
or these Binoculars with original case circa 1917.

Don't miss out on their sale items:


* 80" hand knotted Czech Crystal necklaces on sale for $89 reg. $19


 * 80" hand knotted gemstone necklaces on sale for $149 reg. $220


* 80" hand knotted 11/12 mm pearl necklaces on sale for $189 reg. $320


* All Sterling Silver rings 20% off


* All Scarves 20% off


 * And much more!


Photo courtesy of Indigo
 3699 McKinney Ave #102
 Dallas, TX 75204
208.390.5889


 Posted by Andrea Butler, Marketing Intern.

Monday, February 11, 2013

Valentine's Day Treats For Your Sweets!

A few of our favorite spots in West Village are offering some amazing (& romantic) specials on treats & sweets for your valentine!

Nail Bar Valentine's Day Specials

© The "Dream Lover" Package
Save 15% when you get a Basic Manicure with a Full Brazilian Wax!
$57, 60 min ($67 value)
© The "Sweethearts" Package (for two)
Pairs get 20% off Manicure/Pedicure combos!
$42 per person, 90 min each ($52 value)
© Give the Gift of Beauty
Buy a gift card of $50+ and save 15% on your next purchase!
Pair with chocolate & flowers. You won't disappoint :)





3839 McKinney Ave #135
Dallas, TX 75204
214.528.6245


Spa Habitat Valentine's Day Recommendations 

 


Treats for your sweetheart:
© Signature Organic Massage
Indulge in complete relaxation with a full body massage featuring warm herbal packs and soothing organic massage oil, along with foot reflexology and a hydrating hand & foot treatment.
80 min, $150
© Flower Power Facial
A luscious, relaxing facial customized for women for any skin type. Deeply cleanses, exfoliates and hydrates the skin with herbal antioxidants and natural nutrients.
50 min, $105
Treats for two:
© Peace & Love Spa Package
-Green peace for two massage (50 min)
-Organic foot rituals for two
-Little green facials for two
Allow 2.5 hours $490 (for two)

© Green Peace for Two
Retreat to a couples suite and receive side-by-side massages along with hot stone therapy for the back.
50 min $200 or 80 min $270



3699 McKinney #304
Dallas, Texas 75204
214.522.9989



For those of you with a sweet tooth... Tu Lu's Gluten-Free Bakery has some super sweet v-day treats!

 


© Baked Goods

-Heart shaped vegan agave brownie $2.95
-LOVE sugar cookie set (includes love shaped cookies in box tied with ribbon) $12
-Heart sugar cookies $4.25; Lips sugar cookies $3.95
-Cake ball 6-pack tied with a ribbon $10.50



© Cakes (6" with optional inscription)

-Chocolate Heart Cake w/ buttercream icing $30
-Strawberry Heart Cake w/ buttercream icing $30
-Strawberry Cheescake with chocolate crust $34
-Chocolate Mousse Cake w/ chocolate ganache, carmel drizzle & toasted pecans $36


Tu-Lu's Gluten Free Bakery
3699 McKinney Ave.
Suite 318
Dallas, TX 75204
214.780.0188



Happy Valentine's Day!

Posted by Andrea Butler, Marketing Intern.

Friday, February 8, 2013

Celebrate Chinese New Year 2013 at The Fish!


The year of the snake is creeping up on us... Chinese New Year Day is this Sunday, February 10th! You're not going to want to miss out on this huge celebration at The Fish on Chinese New Year's Eve. Party starts Saturday evening and goes all night long!


3636 McKinney Ave., Suite 150
Dallas, TX 75204
214-522-0071
Posted by Andrea Butler, Marketing Intern.

Thursday, February 7, 2013

Pop Diner Quietly Opens Today!



We are ready to welcome our newest hot spot, Pop Diner!

This 80's-inspired diner not only offers classic diner bites (think egg-inspired breakfasts, pancakes, corn dogs, burgers, etc...) but also a full bar. Oh, and did I mention you can grab a pancake breakfast (and cocktail, of course) whenever you want? Yup, this place is going to be open 24/7. We've been anxiously awaiting this new joint to open, so get excited!

Check out a sneak peak of Pop Diner's menu here.
(Caution: Do not read if hungry!)







 Follow Pop Diner on Twitter @PopDiner and 'like' their Facebook page, Pop Diner, so you can head over right when it opens.
Posted by Andrea Butler, Marketing Intern.

Wednesday, February 6, 2013

Valentine's Day in the Village!

It's that time of year again...so I'll just go ahead and ask the inevitable question: What are you and your honey doing for Valentines day? Well, February 14th is just around the corner so I'm here to get you thinking!
Not trying to break the bank this year? You're in luck, The Fish is offering this amazing Valentines day special:
The Fish
3636 McKinney Ave #150
Dallas, TX 75204
(214) 522-0071
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Or maybe you want to spice things up? Head over to Baboush for a romantic, four-course meal and choose from these delicious entrees:

Baboush's Valentines Day Four Course Dinner

1st Course

Traditional Kibeh
Ground Beef, Bulghar Wheat & Lebanese Seven
Spice Crust Stuffed with Ground Beef, Onions & Pine Nuts $11
Spinach-Goat Cheese Cigar
Flaky Pastry Stuffed with Sauteed Spinach, Olives, Garlic
Preserved Lemon & Goat Cheese,
and Topped w/ toasted Pistachio $12 

2nd Course

Tangier Salad
Organic Baby Spinach, Oranges, Red Onions, Moroccan Olives,
Egyptian Feta, Toasted Almonds with Blood Orange Argana Vinaigrette $12
Jerjeer bil Dates Salad
Organic Baby Arugula, Grilled Pear, Beets, Pear Tomato, Gorgonzola,
Toasted Walnuts & Cinnamon Seared Dates with Pear Vinaigrette $13

3rd Course

Chicken Teffaya
Braised Chicken Breast w/ Cinnamon, honey golden Raisins,
Chickpeas & caramelized Onions with Moroccan Couscous $17
Grilled Stripe Bass
6oz Stripe Bass Fillet, Rubbed with Moroccan
Sharmoula Seafood Spice Mix Grilled, Served with
Sauteed Spinach atop Cilantro, Cumin & Lemon Mashed Potato $18


Orange Beef Tajine
6 oz New York Steak Strip Braised in Moroccan Orange Blossom
& Honey Sauce w/ Figs & Almonds $22
Lamb Couscous
Two Chops with Moroccan Ras el Hanout Spices, Braised
in Moroccan Sauce Served on top of Steamed Vegetables Saffron Couscous $25

4th Course

Moroccan Cheese Cake
Phylo Dough Purse Stuffed w/ Apricot Cheese Cake & Cinnamon
Candied Walnuts topped with Pistachio $10
Chocolate Marquise
Ganash, Genoise & Mousse Cake Served on Vanilla Been Sauce
& Fresh Pureed Rasberries $12

3636 McKinney Ave. #160
Dallas, TX 75204
214-599-0707
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Want to make sure you have the perfect glass of wine to go with your V-day dinner? At Max's Wine Dive they'll take care of that for you.
Photo courtesy of Max's Wine Dive
 Enjoy a 5 course meal & wine pairings on February 14th &15th from 4-11pm.
$100/couple & $50/couple wine pairing
All courses served family style for couples to share.

First Course:

East Coast Oysters
oysters on the half shell with mignonette and cocktail sauce
OR
Carrots & Ginger
carrot and coconut soup with ginger creme and candied ginger

Second Course:

Frisee, Honey & Truffles
frisee salad with shaved truffles, truffle vinaigrette,
honeycomb and pecorino cheese
AND
Smoked White Tuna
smoked white tuna, basil and mint salsa verde,
pickled Napa cabbage and confit potato

Third Course:

Ricotta Mezzaluna & Kumquat
house-made ricotta mezzaluna, candied kumquat and calabrese chile oil

Fourth Course:

Sirloin & Bordelaise
pan-roasted sirloin with house-made bordelaise, roasted shishito peppers and soy
AND
Diver Scallops & Fig
seared diver scallops with roasted figs

Fourth course served with roasted fingerlings and broccolini

Fifth Course:

Chocolate Torte & Caprino Royale
gluten free dark chocolate torte with banana-chevre mousse,
cocao nib and cherries jubilee
AND
MAX'S Sherry Milkshake
marcona almond and vanilla milkshake made with Alexandro Pedro Ximenez Sherry

*Reservations available by phone or OpenTable.

3600 McKinney Avenue
 Suite 100
 Dallas, TX 75204
214-559-3483
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Last but not least...

Relive Your Romantic Timeline at Crú Food & Wine with a romantic 4 Course Valentine's Dinner.

What better way to celebrate Valentine's Day than to reminisce with your honey how you met, the courtship that ensued and every night's bittersweet endings? Crú has carefully planned a menu to help you recollect these special moments in your life. Take a walk down memory lane as you enjoy Crú's 4 courses that will delight both your heart and your mouths. If you want to avoid the Valentine's Day mayhem, we will also have this special menu available over the weekend.

Tease: 
Smoked Salmon Pate (sea salt, toasted baguette)

First Kiss: 
Pan Roasted Potato Gnocci 
Seared Foie Gras
Arugula & Shaved Fennel Salad
Ston Oven Roasted Jumbo Shrimp
Pan Roasted Gulf Oysters 
Lobster Bisque

The Courtship: 
Pan Roasted Filet Mignon (gorgonzola & yukon gold au gratin, haricot verts, truffle butter sauce)
 Crispy Ginger Duck Breast (wine poached pear, swiss chard, port wine sauce) 
Herb Roasted Rack of Lamb (creamy goat cheese polenta, French beans, Barolo wine galze, rosemary gremolata) 
Pan Roasted Sea Bass (herb encrusted, lavender broth, fingerling potatoes, roasted cauliflower) 
Seared Sea Scallops (baby spinach & artichoke risotto, tomato confit, lemon aioli)

Sweet Endings: 
Molten Chocolate Lava Cake
Creme Brulee
White Chocolate Mousse 
Chocolate Fondue for Two

When: Thursday, February 14th & Friday, February 15th & Saturday, February 16th
Price: $50 for 4 Course Dinner

3699 McKinney Ave #107
Dallas, TX 75204
214-526-9463
Posted by Andrea Butler, Marketing Intern.


Tuesday, February 5, 2013

Listen up, Ladies!


Get ready! Tomorrow night, February 6th, Demerara will be hosting Ladies Night. Round up your girlfriends and head over to Demerera in West Village for make-overs, hair styling, shopping (and some champagne of course!) RSVP online to reserve your spot.



3699 McKinney Ave. #405
Dallas, TX 75204
214-295-7622

Posted by Andrea Butler, Marketing Intern.