Don’t have plans for New Year’s Eve yet. It is not too late to be in attendance at Victory Plaza in Dallas for the best New Year’s Eve celebrations in town. Starting off at Victory Tavern for dinner. The  New Year’s Eve Dinner and Celebration at Victory Tavern is fast becoming the toast of the town.

After dinner, they transform the restaurant into Victory Lounge at 11:00 pm for DJ Music & Dancing. Then you can enjoy the best in Dallas Fireworks in Victory Plaza at Midnight at the BigDNYE festivities.

New Year’s Eve Dinner and Celebration

Early Seating | 5 – 7 pm | 3 Courses – $40

Gala Seating | 7:30 – 10:30 pm | 4 Courses – $65

(Gala Seating Includes party favors and complimentary Champagne Toast at midnight)

View the Victory Tavern New Year’s Eve Dinner Menu (pdf)

Call 214-432-1900 To Make Your Reservations Before It’s Too Late!

VICTORY TAVERN CITY GRILLE
2501 N. Houston St., Dallas
214/432-1900

They say ‘there is no such thing as a free lunch’. But there is a free dinner, thanks to Trece and Villa-O restaurants. This is one of the best kept secrets in Dallas.

Every Monday at Trece or Villa-O enjoy a fabulous 2- Course Mexican or Italian Meal, compliments of the house. This is just their way of saying “Thanks” to their valued guests.

Trece

Trece is  located in the fashionable Uptown area of Dallas. Executive Chef Ruben Peck, formerly of the famed Mansion on Turtle Creek has created a new style of Mexican cuisine that is a great  combination of native Mexican products and vibrant, robust flavors. The casual elegant decor of Trece is a sleek contemporary Mexican architecture, with warm colors and Mexican art work.

Every Thursday night  is Music Night at Trece, featuring a live DJ with dinner, drink specials and dancing, from 8:00 PM to close.  Enjoy a cocktail or Happy Hour in the , an Tequila Lounge, which features more than 120 varieties of Tequila.

Villa-O

Villa-O is a cozy neighborhood trattoria in Uptown Dallas that features classic Italian cuisine. The menu is filled with delicious items,  prepared with fresh natural ingredients. Much of Villa-O‘s  menu is made with 100% organic, pasture-raised, wild, or imported products.

Sunday is Family Day at Villa-O. Bring the family and eat to your hearts’ content. Chose from a 3-course menu for $15.95 per person for Dinner,  from 3:00 – 10:00 pm. Children 15 and under dine compliments of the house all day, including Brunch, served 10:30 am – 3:00 pm. What a deal!

Reservations are required. Call  TRECE at 214-780-1900  or  VILLA-O at 214 -780-1880. Or make your reservation online at OPENTABLE. There is a 6 person maximum per reservation.

GUY REYNOLDS/DMN One Arts Plaza's signature square lighting stands out on the Dallas skyline at night.

One Arts Plaza, the Arts District eatery two blocks from McKinney Avenue is celebrating the new year with delicious food, fun and of course, champagne. Dinner patrons can enjoy a special four-course southern inspired dinner at Screen Door that includes a complimentary glass of champagne or  you can indulge in authentic Asian fare at Tei-An with a 5:30 p.m. four-course meal or 7:30 p.m. five-course meal. Jorge’s and Fedora will offer their regular menus and treat guests to a complimentary champagne toast at midnight.

Friday, December 31, 2010, 5:00 p.m. until the early hours of 2011!

One Arts Plaza is conveniently located north of downtown Dallas in the heart of the Arts District (between Ross Ave & Woodall Rodgers Freeway) 1722 Routh St. Dallas, TX 75201

New Year’s Eve Prix Fixe dinners start at $60 per person. Reservations are recommended for New Year’s Eve. For more information about New Year’s Eve specials, please visit the restaurant’s website.

ABOUT ONE ARTS PLAZA

Located in the heart of Dallas Arts District at the end of Flora Street (1722 Routh Street), One Arts Plaza is a downtown destination for luxury urban living, business, dining and entertainment. The $125 million multiuse structure is the first of three buildings located on 10 acres in the downtown Dallas Arts District. Restaurants include Fedora Restaurant and Lounge, Jorge’s Tex-Mex Café, Screen Door, and Tei-An.

For more information about One Arts Plaza visit www.OneArtsPlaza.com or artsplazaevents.blogspot.com

Crú has been a favorite holiday wine country dining destination for years. This holiday season, share one of your hometown favorites with your friends and family.

Spend A Special Dinner On Christmas Eve and Christmas Day

On Friday, Dec. 24 and Saturday, Dec 25, from 2pm – Close, enjoy a Chef’s Special A La Carte Holiday Menu or 3 Course Prix Fix Menu for Only $35

The holidays can be hectic! Let Crú take some of the worry out of your holiday dining, so bring your family and friends to Crú for a wonderful Christmas dinner. With their warm candle-lit ambiance, Crú is a hospitable and gracious setting for your holiday gatherings. Add to this an unparalleled by-the-bottle wine list and a special chef-driven dinner menuand you have an unbeatable, unique dining experience.

View the full Christmas Eve Dinner Menu and Christmas Day Dinner Menu (pdf)

Give a Gift…Receive a Gift

Give a spectacular dining experience and a meal they will always remember, and you won’t have to spend hours picking it out. Treat your friends and colleagues to the exceptional experience you’ve come to expect at Cru. Gift cards are available for purchase at Cru or call us at 214.220.3836 with your gift card request. Gift cards can be used at any location and also at Ferre, Steel and Victory Tavern. (Gift Cards cannot be used for catering or private dining functions).

Buy $100 in Gift Cards and Receive a bonus $20 Card for Free.

Don’t Miss New Year’s Eve Gala 2011 at Cru

Cru’s New Year’s Eve Dinner and Celebration is fast becoming the toast of the town, and you won’t want to miss it!  Enjoy a special 4 course choice menu on New Year’s Eve. Gala Seating includes a complimentary Champagne Toast and Party Favors.

Please call your favorite location for reservations.

Early Seating | 5 – 8 pm | $40

Gala Seating | 8:30 – 10 pm | $65

View the full New Years Eve Dinner Menu (pdf)

WEST VILLAGE
3699 McKinney Ave., Dallas
214-526-9463

WATTERS CREEK
842 Market St., Allen
972-908-2532

SHOPS AT LEGACY
7201 Bishop Rd., Plano
972-312-9463

Are you planning a weekend getaway or driving to Grandma’s house for the holidays? Now you can  save 5 to 20% on car rentals for your next road trip.

Concierge Connection has a special discount for you on Hertz car rentals. You will save from 5 to 20% on car rentals when you book your car rental with Hertz by calling  1-800-654-3131 or visiting  hertz.com.

Use the  Corporate Discount Program ID Number (CDP-ID# 1831182)*

Log on, Check in, Zip out With Hertz Online Check-In

Hertz Online Check-In gets you in your car and on your way in 10 minutes or less – guaranteed.  Go to hertz.com for details.

Hertz Online Check-In is a faster way to get to your vacation. Just print your confirmation and bring it to our Self-Service Express Kiosk or Express Counter at major airport locations.  If it takes more than 10 minutes to get you on your way, see a Hertz representative for a $50 credit on your current or future rental.

For more information: Online check-in at hertz.com required. Valid at 50 U.S. airports for customers who use Express Counters or Kiosks. Credit applied to current or future rental only and no cash payments will be made. Program is subject to modification or termination by Hertz. No credits will be issued for tour or prepaid rentals.

Don’t miss this one night only performance of  Texas Ballet Theater’s The Nutty Nutcracker. After a highly successful premiere last year, The Nutty Nutcracker returns to Bass Performance Hall in Fort Worth for its annual night of fun-filled adventure.

This exclusive performance incorporates both famous and infamous characters and current events into the classic storyline for an evening full of laughs and wacky surprises. This adult parody of the classic ballet is certainly a fan favorite!

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A5A  10th Annual A Jazzy Christmas

Saturday, December 18, 2010 at 8 pm
Admission: $15

The  5th Avenue Jazz Collective, a group of like minded jazz musicians creating original jazz compositions;  LaFeet Tap Ensemble & HardSoles, the adult and youth tap companies who share their love and performance of Tap, the only American Dance form with the community;  and the 5th Avenue Hi-Notes, a vocal chorus who sing for the sheer joy of singing and will sing for any occasion.

Enjoy an evening of live Jazz and a Tap Dance Revue featuring  Joe Rogers on piano, Dave Williams on Saxophone with special guest vocalist, Robert Rouse and performances by members of LaFeet Tap Ensemble and HardSoles.

Call the 5th Avenue Jazz Collective for more information. Call 817-923-9500, visit their  location at 1628 5th Avenue Fort Worth, TX 76104, or by e-mail at:artsfifthavenue@aol.com.

Upcoming Events in 2011

Sunday, January 16, 2011, 4:00 -6:00 PM
$10 donation

Salon

A classically-trained singer, a performance poet, two professional modern dancers and others come together for a night of round-robin style performance, Rachel Shirk, Tammy Melody Gomez, Robbie Cook, Jennifer Maybus-Cook.

8th Annual Django Reinhardt Festival

January 21, 22 & 23, 2011

Enjoy three nights of film live music and French ambience. The  ticket price includes a “taste” of Country French cuisine, other concessions available by donation. Admission is $15 per night or buy a  3 night ticket for $30.

Festival Schedule

Friday – Doors Open at 6:30 pm

7:00 pm:   Film: Saved From the Flames: 54 Rare & Restored Films 1896-1944. Restored footage of Django Reinhardt. Directed By Segundo de Chomon and Emil Cohl.

8:00 pm: Music by Continental  Graffetti: Katie Holmes: Fiddle &Vocals, Olivier Giraud: Guitar&Vocals,  Morgan Thompson: Bass, Chris Trafton: Drums

Saturday – Doors Open at 6:30 pm

7:00 pm: Film – Latcho Drom. “Bonne Route” FRANCE: 1996 -100 min. colour. Director: Tony Gatlif’s  documentary on the history of Gypsies and their music.

8:00 pm:  Music by: Gypsy Moon – Ray & Linda Sriro on Guitar followed by YO! GADJO – Slim Richey/Guitar, MeauxJeaux/Bass, Ruby Jane/Violin, Dennis Ludiker/Mandolin, Django Porter/Guitar

Sunday – Doors open at 5:30pm

6:00 pm: Film – Romane, the Gypsy Sound 64 min. Bransong Music, 1993.

7:00 pm:  Music by String Theory Manouche– Kim Platko/Guitar, Mark Menikos/Violin, Sam Walker/Guitar, Jonathan Faher/Bass

Workshops: All Classes $25

Saturday, January 22, 2011

1:00 – 2:15pm The Grappelli Workshop: Katie Holmes

1:00 – 2:15pm Gypsy Swing Workshop: Oliver Giraud

2:30-3:45 pm Gypsy Jazz Guitar & Gypsy Chords Beginner: Linda Sriro

2:30-3:45 pm Gypsy Jazz Guitar & Gypsy Chords Intermediate: Ray Sriro

4:00 pm Discussion of Django Technique – Oliver Giraud – FREE with paid Workshop

Sunday, January 23, 1011

Instruction by Kim Platko of  String Theory Manouche & Café Noir founder

2:00-3:15 pm Gypsy Jazz Guitar & Gypsy Chords Intermediate

3:30-4:45 pm Gypsy Jazz Guitar & Gypsy Chords Advanced

It is said that Dallas, Texas has more restaurants per capita than New York City. That is not hard to believe because we Dallasites love good food and there is no shortage of restaurants around town to indulge every taste, cuisine and appetite. Mexican, steaks, French, Thai or just good old fashion home cooking. You name it and Dallas has it.

Taking advantage of all this delicious choices in cuisine can be expensive. Here are a few tips you can use to enjoy dining out for less in Dallas.

Eat Lunch

Most fine dining restaurants offer a lunch menu that is very similar to their dinner menu. Often with slightly smaller portions (which is good for our waistlines) and much smaller prices.  For example, dinner entrée at Al Biernat’s can cost from $22 to $68,  while the lunch menu is between $11 to $24 per  person. Similarly, the Market lunch menu at Craft|Dallas is $28.00, while the 3-course Chef’s Tasting Menu is $75  per person.

Use  Coupons

Another great way to enjoy the best of Dallas dining is to use coupons. Many restuarants offer special deals and discounts. Take a look at the coupons Concierge Connection has on this website. And we are adding more all the time.

Buca di Beppo
Buttons Restaurant
Daddy Jack’s – Fort Worth
Dallas Chop House
Dallas Fish Market
Dallas Museum of Art
Ferre – Fort Worth
Hard Rock Cafe
Mercury Chop House – Ft. Worth
Paul’s Porterhouse Steak & Seafood
Sambuca 360
Sushi Axiom
The Capital Grille
Vertias Wine Room
Victory Tavern

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