Let me begin by thanking you for such an animated response to our February Real Estate Development issue. We received many thoughtful letters about the future of Oak Cliff, and we hope you will enjoy reading selections of them in Cliff Notes.In response to several requests, we continue the conversation … more

Although there’s often still a chill in the air, it’s already time to start thinking about your family’s summer plans. How do you want your kids to spend their time off from school? Need a specialty activity or just a regular week in the country? We try to help you … more

When she moved here from Houston, Darlene Jett knew nothing about Oak Cliff and had no interest in being a business owner. Flash forward five years and meet the proprietor of Bishop’s Refuge Day Spa who admits she “hardly ever crosses the Trinity.”

A proud Texas native, Jett was a … more

When you pull up in front of the non-descript exterior of Peña’s Mexican Grill at 1133 North Zang Boulevard, you may find yourself a little under-whelmed. Perhaps even skeptical. But trust your instincts, and this fine publication, and go inside.

Once in the door, you’ll still be a little uncertain. … more

I’m starting to see that there may be a difference between what I want and what my daughter wants.

I know — stop the presses — right? Well, I really am just figuring out this concept on a deeper level.  I never said I was a genius.
The thing is, … more

Oak Cliff is booming. New shops, new restaurants and a tangible sense among those of us in the know that the area has arrived.  Now we want more.  More shops.  More restaurants.  Book stores.  Whole Foods.  Our appetite for cool, funky and convenient development seems nearly insatiable.  But in the … more

BUD-JIT. The very sound of the word conjures images of endless number crunching and long hours in windowless rooms. And for what? A regimen of sheer deprivation under self-imposed martial law? Or… could it be, perhaps, that we’ve demonized budgets because we have no idea how to get our arms … more

Ask a group of Oak Cliff home and business owners the meaning of “positive development” south of the Trinity, and you’ll get as many answers as there are folks around the table. Last month, CliffDweller sat down  with Rick Garza, Monte Anderson and David Spence, three of the men who’ve … more

Every year I look forward to March, the arrival of spring, the promise of warmer weather and most of all the celebrations. Of course, St. Patrick’s Day is the premier party day of the year, but this glorious month offers many more opportunities for revelry. For example, who doesn’t have … more

Election season is heating up, and the Mayor’s race is not the only ticket in town. With Ed Oakley’s hat in the big ring this year, his City Council seat is up for grabs. And you may be surprised at how many people want to sit in his chair.

In … more