DFWdaddy Because every dad is a working dad.

There are 11 barbecue joints in DFW I must try

Was standing in line to check out at Kroger when the latest issue of D Magazine caught my eye. And anyone who knows me, or reads this blog regularly understands why—barbecue.
mmmm … Barbecue
Upon reading the article about “The Best Barbecue In Dallas (That’s Not Really In Dallas)” a couple of things spring to mind.

How is [...]

Dallas ISD fails the application process

Give the Dallas Independent School District some praise. They have a Montessori program that anyone in the district can apply to have their child attend. That, however, is where the praise stops as far as I’m concerned.
The application process is fatally flawed, and points to a need for more programs of this nature.
What, you may [...]

‘Dallas Child’ = narcissistic parents

February cover for 'Dallas Child'
I’m a masochist. It’s the only explanation that makes sense.
Every month I pick up a copy of ‘Dallas Child’ magazine and every month I want to gouge out my own eyes—after first destroying all of the presses on which this magazine is printed, of course.
Sometimes, I’m simply bemused by the hey-look-at-me [...]

Foodie Friday: A tip for browning—pat your meat

Moisture could prevent your meat from browning correctly
Okay dads, admit it. There are times you’re in the kitchen, working on what should be a beautiful steak or some tasty chops, and you’re thinking to yourself, “Why the fuck isn’t my meat browning well? It’s just lying there in the pan looking sort of gray.”
Well, my [...]

Snag some tasty pizza at Fireside Pies in Dallas

I’ve been working some crazy hours lately. (Okay, I’m always working crazy hours. I admit it. Guilty as charged.) So on a recent Friday night as I arrived home at what for me is a reasonable time, but for most of humanity is considered late, TheBetterHalf® and I started discussing dinner options. We were both [...]

Foodie Friday: Delicious brisket for winters in DFW

As a start to 2010 I want to add a bit of routine to this blog. The first step in that direction is “Foodie Friday.” So each Friday you will find a recipe, a shopping tip, a cooking tidbit, or perhaps even a kitchen gadget reviewed. The perfect place to start is with a recipe [...]

El Mercado Cocina Mexicana at the Dallas Farmers Market

Grab some grub when you're at the Dallas Farmers Market
Any place that TheKiddo™ decides it’s appropriate to practically lick her plate clean is a good place to eat.
TheBetterHalf®, TheKiddo™ and I were recently taking advantage of the produce available at The Dallas Farmers Market, when TheKiddo™ expressed hunger and requested tacos. This request usually means [...]

A brand called daddy

True brand management is simple. Just be yourself. Always. It’s what your audience expects. And be willing to wear your uniform, even if you don’t realize that’s what it is at first.

Nutcracker Ballet at the Eisemann Center, Richardson

[ November 29, 2009; 2:00 pm to 5:00 pm. ] [caption id="attachment_80" align="aligncenter" width="200" caption="The Nutcracker at The Eisemann Center, Richardson, TX"][/caption]

Today’s the last day, so I’m posting this late. But it should be something everyone keeps on their calendar for next year.

This will be our second time to take TheKiddo™ to the ballet. Last year, when she was only 2, we didn’t quite make [...]

Yo Gabba Gabba Live

[ November 28, 2009; 11:00 am to 1:00 pm. 3:00 pm to 5:00 pm. ] [caption id="attachment_77" align="aligncenter" width="300" caption="Can't wait to see this guy in concert on Saturday"][/caption]

While we were out at the Turkey Trot in Dallas today, we happened to see Plex The Magic Robot as he was pimping the upcoming show. That leaves me with just one thing to say …

It’s time to dance!

Go crazy! Go crazy!

That’s [...]