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COZY VIETNAMESE STREET FOOD WITH A MODERN TWIST AT THIS PHO SPOT

As the weather gets cooler, we’re always on the lookout for cozy spots that warm us up, and @phodistrict definitely hits the mark! They’re serving up classic Vietnamese dishes with a twist and we can’t get enough!

VIETNAMESE STREET FOOD 
Pho District brings the vibrant flavors of Saigon to Cowtown, thanks to owner Kenzo Tran, who grew up enjoying these street food staples in Vietnam. The space is filled with charming Vietnamese artwork and trinkets, creating a cozy atmosphere that’s perfect for a chilly day. We absolutely loved the warm ambiance, delicious dishes, and dimly lit setting—such a perfect place for a rainy day meal!

THE MENU
Here you’ll find dishes that combine traditional recipes with local ingredients and spices, resulting in delicious and mouthwatering flavors. Some of the most exciting menu items that we need to come back for include a filet mignon banh mi, lemongrass pork, and even pandan creme brûlée! Here’s what we tried:
🍜Pho chicken curry
🥕Veggie spring rolls
🥟Gyoza

HAPPY HOUR
Stop by Monday-Friday from 3-7 pm and can enjoy discounted small plates like edamame, crispy egg rolls, and gyoza, as well as drink and cocktail specials! Happy hour prices range from $4.50-$8.

12 NYE CELEBRATIONS IN FORT WORTH! Whether you’re looking for skyline views, club vibes, or a chill and romantic dinner, we’ve rounded up some of the best NYE happening in Fort Worth! 🥂 @SUNDANCESQUARE Live music, street performers, fireworks + more ⏰ 6pm-2am | 🎟 Free @THEHARPERFORTWORTH Rhinestone Rodeo at Refinery 714 feat. fun activations, DJ midnight toast, light bites + more ⏰ 9pm-2am | 🎟 $75 
@SECONDRODEOBREWING Live music, food + complimentary champagne toast at one of the best patios in FW! ⏰11am-1am | 🎟 Free @THEBLUEROOMFW Five-course prix fixe menu, live music + champagne toast 
⏰ 6-8pm or 9-11pm | 🎟 $250 @BILLYBOBSTEXAS Gary Allen on the Main Stage, 4 balloon drops + midnight toast ⏰doors open at 6pm | 🎟$25 GA @BARDRYCE Low-key NYE with champagne + wine specials, music & optional activity to release this years baggage or set intentions for 2025 ⏰10pm-1am | 🎟Free @TOROTOROFW Five-course dinner at this pan-latin steakhouse ⏰5-10:30pm | 🎟$150 @PETESDUELINGPIANOBAR Sing your heart out with dueling pianos ⏰ 8pm-1:30am | 🎟 Starting at $25 @BIRDIESSOCIALCLUB ‘90s cover band poo live crew + balloon drop ⏰doors open at 9pm | 🎟$10+ @BAR2909 Masquerade Ball feat. entertainment, champagne toast, party favors + more! ⏰9pm-2am | 🎟$10+ @BANKHEADBREWING.FORTWORTH Four-course dinner + champagne ⏰6:30-8:30pm | 🎟 $69 @ELCHINGONFW Food, cocktails, champagne, live DJs + more ⏰6pm-2am | 🎟$25

GET YOUR EARS PIERCED AT ONE OF THE COOLEST EAR PIERCING STUDIOS IN FORT WORTH! We got a piercing at @heyrowan this week and were so impressed by their unique approach to the whole piercing experience! Not only is the studio vibrant and fabulous but the piercings are done by nurses which make the whole experience safe and seamless!  ABOUT ROWAN Rowan is a mom-led and mom-founded, modern ear piercing company. They treat each piercing like a minor medical procedure, performed by licensed nurses, making the whole experience cleaner and safer. The nurses are super sweet and make you feel comfortable every step of the way. Plus, we love the vibe of their WestBend shop, with its chic, modern, and totally girly decor! PIERCING Rowan specializes in ear piercings and offers two methods: needle and device, but never piercing guns! They only use pre-sterilized, hypoallergenic metals, so you don’t have to worry about reactions from harsh materials. They pierce a variety of spots, including the lobe, upper lobe, tragus, forward helix, conch, flat, helix, and mid-helix! They truly care about your healing and give you a detailed aftercare guide to take home! JEWELRY Rowan also has a gorgeous collection of earrings for your initial piercing or for once you’re all healed! All their jewelry is made from the same hypoallergenic metals, so you can shop with peace of mind. Whether you’re into simple studs, Huggies, hoops, or dangly chains, they’ve got something for everyone! GIVEAWAY We’ve teamed up to giveaway a $100 gift card which will get you the piercing experience and earring! To enter: + Like this post + Follow @heyrowan & @fortworthians101_ + Tag a friend in the comments, each is an entry! + Winner will be announced in 48 hours!

THIS MODERN ART MUSEUM IS OPEN FOR FREE ON FRIDAYS WITH A VIEW OF THEIR GLOWING TREES! Make it a day to remember at the stunning @themodernfw ! Enjoy free admission every Friday and stay into the evening to watch their iconic trees light up with beautiful twinkling lights. ABOUT THE MODERN The Modern is located in the heart of the Cultural District and has been a cornerstone of art and culture since it was founded in 1892, making it the oldest museum in Texas. The museum is home to a diverse collection of art from world-renowned artists like Pablo Picasso, as well as emerging talents. With its constantly evolving international collection, The Modern offers endless opportunities to learn, discover, and be inspired. FREE MUSEUM FRIDAYS If you’re looking for a free and fun activity visit on Friday and explore the museum from 10 AM to 8 PM at no cost! You’ll have plenty of time to explore incredible exhibits like the Sunset Corridor, Diaries of Home and more! Top it off with a dinner experience at Café Modern, with a beautiful view of the twinkling trees by the pond! MODERN LIGHTS Stick around for sunset to see the museum’s iconic trees light up in a magical display. It’s truly stunning with the unique architecture of the museum as the backdrop! The lights will be on view through February 9!

THE BEST NEW PLACES OF 2024 - COMMENT VOTE TO VOTE FOR YOUR FAVES! What are your favorite new spots of 2024?! We love looking back and reflecting on the year and we’re so excited to to share The Best of 2024! HOW IT WORKS Comment VOTE and we’ll send you the link to vote! We have deliberated with our team to narrow down each category into a handful of nominees based on openings from 11/1/2023 through 11/30/2024. THEY WIN & YOU WIN We will announce the winners on December 30th! One lucky winner will also receive a $100 gift card to the place of their choice from the list of nominees (must have voted)! PS. If your fave new spot didn’t make it, please shout it out below! There were so many amazing new spots that deserve all the love! BEST NEW FINE DINING @thechumleyhouse @theblueroomfw @bricksandhorses BEST NEW CASUAL DINING @ribbeestx @tropicladyfw @sobsliders BEST NEW PATIO/ROOFTOP @drinksaddlerockfw @hgsplyco @annexfortworth BEST REOPENING 
@flyingcarpetfortworth @reatarestaurant @fourdayweekendcomedy BEST NEW BAR @atlasfortworth @oakandeden @hoppinfwtx @fwthunderbird BEST NEW BREWERY @3widebrewingtx @voodoofortworth BEST NEW COFFEE SHOP @match_point_coffee @thehoganalley @ostaracoffeefw @kahwacoffee @marchebleu 
BEST NEW HOTEL @bowiehouseauberge @crescentfortworth @lemeridienfortworth BEST NEW INTERNATIONAL CUISINE @sitapasftw @bouvierbrasserie @boccafortworth @emiliasfortworth @megu_tcu

THE CHRISTMAS BAR CRAWL IN THE STOCKYARDS IS THIS SATURDAY AND YOU WON’T WANT TO MISS OUT ON THIS FESTIVE FUN! 🎄 The biggest holiday bar crawl from Dallas, called Naughty or Nice, is making its way to Fort Worth from 12-7pm on Saturday! Get ready for red cowboy hats, Christmas music, photo ops, drink specials & more!    WHAT CAN I EXPECT? This event is the perfect way for adults to celebrate the holiday season with their friends, and even fam (if 21+) going into next week!  You’ll check-in from 12-2:30pm at the East Lawn of Stockyards Exchange Building (next to the main Christmas Tree) to receive your wristband, party favor, and digital map that has the stops and their themed & discounted drink specials.  From there, you can crawl from stop to stop at your own leisure! THE FESTIVE DEETS The bar crawl runs all the way from Mule Alley down East Exchange Ave!  🍹Themed drink specials from @casamigos , @baileysofficial 🛍️ @zafirofinejewellers + @rancherhatbar pop-ups  📸Festive photo ops, holiday music & more! 🎉After party from 5-7pm @rodeoexchange fully decked out holiday pop-up “Honkytonk Holidays” with extended drink specials, photo ops, & more!   TICKETS * General Tickets $20 * Upgraded Ticket $25- includes 1 themed drink (limited amount left) head to the link @dallasites101events bio for ticket link (21+ only event) Deck yourself out in full-on Santa gear and let’s spread holiday cheer in the Stockyards!

COZY COFFEE SPOT IN DOWNTOWN FORT WORTH WITH DRAFT LATTES & SEASONAL DRINKS @sons_coffee is serving up freshly roasted beans, lattes on draft and cozy vibes in their industrial space downtown! We spent a rainy day there earlier this week and it’s the perfect spot to post up and work from! DOWNTOWN COFFEE SHOP This Fort Worth-based coffee company is known for roasting small-batch, ethically sourced beans daily. They even have a roaster in-house! Love their coffee? You can purchase their beans and they actually sell them to restaurants throughout Texas. Their downtown space is cozy and industrial with plenty of seating, outlets, and an abundance of natural lighting, making it the perfect spot to take in the colorful fall leaves while you sip your coffee. Whether you need a quick caffeine boost, a coffee date, or a productive workday, this spot has you covered! COFFEE & FOOD From rich draft lattes to creative seasonal drinks like their peppermint mocha and gingerbread latte, their menu is full of must-try options. Pair your drink with one of their tasty empanadas or other snacks! Here’s what we loved: 🍵Wintermint Matcha ☕️Gingerbread Latte ☕️Oatchata ☕️Oatmilk latte (on tap!) 🥐Beef Chimchurri and Chorizo Egg and Cheese Empanadas

DRIVE THROUGH ONE OF THE MOST FESTIVE NEIGHBORHOODS NEAR FORT WORTH LIT UP WITH STUNNING HOLIDAY LIGHTS AND FUN DECOR! Experience this beloved holiday tradition in the Lake Interlochen neighborhood, where for over 40 years, residents have been transforming their homes into a Christmas wonderland. This year is no different, so get ready for a free festive drive that’s sure to put you in the holiday spirit! HOLIDAY LIGHT TRADITION Located in Arlington, this lakeside neighborhood is home to 107 beautiful waterfront homes, each decked out in stunning holiday decor. The Interlochen Lights have become a free, must-see attraction for locals and visitors. Every year, families here go all out, decking out their front yards with holiday lights and decorations. They are passionate about creating a warm, joyful atmosphere for everyone who drives through! In fact, they love the tradition so much that they even share decorations with their neighbors to keep the spirit alive! This is the perfect outing to celebrate the season with family and friends! HELPFUL INFO To start the tour, you’ll need to enter the neighborhood from Westwood Drive at Randol Mill Road. You can exit the same way or take Bowen Road for a different route. Since this is a popular spot during the holiday season, be prepared for some traffic. We recommend bringing snacks and making sure your gas tank is full before you go!

11 SPOTS AROUND FORT WORTH FOR DELICIOUS, AUTHENTIC TAMALES! Whether you enjoy tamales as a holiday tradition or just love the Mexican dish year-round, we’ve rounded up local spots for delicious, handmade tamales! Pro Tip: Some of the best tamales are found randomly in parking lots during this time of year (Home Depot, Walmart, Sam’s Club) or from family vendors outside Mexican grocery stores. But these local spots are a great way to get your tamale fix without the hunt! @IBARRASTORTILLERIA Family-owned spot with pork tamales with red or green sauce, chicken poblano tamales, brisket and pork with jalapeño. TAQUERIA MELIS Cash only walk-up window with pork tamales for $1.50 each! @ESPERANZAS_RESTAURANT Joe T Garcias spinoff serving up tamales by the dozen from the bakery! CARDONA FOODS Longstanding tortilla factory and cafe that’s been providing tamales for more than 80 years! @TOMMYTAMALECAFE Award-winning tamales + GF options too! @HOTDAMNTAMALES 
Multiple flavors of frozen tamales by the 1/2 dozen. @DOSHERMANOSTAQUERIA Pork, chicken or jalepeno cheese sold by the 1/2 dozen or dozen! 
@ELRANCHOSUPERMERCADO Stop by this Mexican supermarket after 9am for freshly made tamales! @MARQUEZBAKERY.ARLINGTON Get a dozen pork tamales for $13.99 at this family-owned & operated spot that’s been around for more than 30 years! @LACASADELINA__ Chicken, pork and cheese tamales by the dozen. @LATORTILANDIA Choose from 2 types of tamales by the dozen for $17.99 at this casual spot!

*giveaway closed. congrats @wjosephstone * CALLING ALL COLLEGE FOOTBALL FANS! WE HAVE AN IDEA OF WHO MIGHT BE COMPETING AT THE COLLEGE FOOTBALL PLAYOFF SEMIFINAL AT THE 89TH GOODYEAR COTTON BOWL CLASSIC & WE ARE GIVING AWAY 2 VIP TICKETS TO WATCH THE GAME! One of the most epic, historic college football games is just around the corner, the @CottonBowl ! Watch an epic matchup between two powerhouse teams as they face off at @attstadium on January 10th! While we don’t know the exact teams just yet, we know that it’s going to be a game you don’t want to miss! WHAT WE KNOW SO FAR First-Round Matchups: Clemson vs. Texas and Tennesse vs Ohio State Quarter Finals: Arizona State vs ?? and Oregon vs ?? Semifinal at the Goodyear Cotton Bowl Classic: ?? PREGAME FESTIVITIES 🏈 Cotton Bowl Live!: Head next door to @Tx_Live the day before on 1/9 for a FREE family-friendly concert from 7pm to 11pm! 🏈 Goodyear Huddle Up Fan Fest: Before the game, grab your crew and head to the East and West Plazas at the ATT Stadium to enjoy free interactive exhibits, great giveaways, a kids’ play zone, food trucks, photo ops, and more from 3:30pm to 6:30pm! 🏈 Special Guest DJ: DJ Diesel, aka Shaquille O’Neal, will be DJing live in the West Plaza at 4:30pm on game day! You must have a game ticket to see him! WIN 2 TICKETS TO THE GAME We’re giving away two tickets to the game plus a parking pass and 2 passes to the pregame hospitality in the field club! It will be a VIP all-inclusive dining and drink experience beginning 2 hours before kick-off! To enter: 1. Like this post 2. Follow @Dallasites101 , @Fortworthians101_ , and @CottonBowl 3. Tag a fellow college football fan 4. The winner will be announced in 48 hours from this account only and will be tagged in the caption! Thanks to @cottonbowl for sponsoring this post!

MUST-TRY BARBECUE JOINT IN FORT WORTH WITH QUALITY SMOKED MEATS, AN INSANELY GOOD SMASH BURGER AND SIGNATURE DANK SAUCE! We are on a mission to try every single BBQ joint in Fort Worth and @brixbarbecue was next up on our list! What started as a backyard smoker operation has become one of Fort Worth’s BBQ gems! FROM BBQ TRAILER TO FORT WORTH STAPLE Brix started its journey serving delicious barbecue from a vintage Airstream trailer on Bryan Avenue. The trailer quickly gained popularity for its craft barbecue offerings, becoming a staple in the Fort Worth food scene before transitioning to a permanent brick-and-mortar location open Thursday-Sunday! Fun fact: the restaurant’s name is an ode to the founder’s beloved rescue dog, Brix!

TEXAS-STYLE BARBECUE Choose from a variety of meats including brisket, ribs, burnt ends, porchetta, barbacoa, house made sausage and more! For sides, you can’t go wrong with any of them including the tallow beans, jalapeño slaw, dank elote and brisket ragu! We also can’t recommend their burger enough which comes with two smash patties smothered in their signature dank sauce which is like a jalapeño cilantro ranch! If you’re going with a group and want to try a little bit of everything we recommend the tour de brix which is shareable platter that feeds 2-4! ATMOSPHERE Situated in an old auto shop building on South Main with a spacious dining room, rooftop patio with views of South Main and laid-back vibes! Right now it’s fully decked out with Christmas cheer and presents hanging from the ceiling, making it the perfect spot to take out of town guests to try some true Texas BBQ this holiday season!