Celestina Blok

Fort Worth

Food and Travel Writer at CultureMap Fort Worth

Food/travel writer @culturemapftw, Author of 100 Things To Do in Fort Worth Before You Die and Lost Restaurants of Fort Worth. [email protected]

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3 kid-friendly casino resorts just a road trip away from San Antonio

3 weeks ago | sanantonio.culturemap.com | Celestina Blok

A trip to a casino might not be top of mind for a San Antonio family getaway, but thanks to the recent addition of kid-friendly activities and amenities, several casinos just over the Texas border are increasingly popular options for all-ages road trips from Alamo City — especially since locals can get there and back on a full tank of gas.
Burrito party leads 7 best food and drink events in Dallas this week

3 weeks ago | dallas.culturemap.com | Celestina Blok

Indian burritos, poolside yoga with margaritas and tacos, and a Sunday supper for a good cause are just a few of the tasty events on the list this week. There's also a chance to see one of Europe's hottest kitchen appliances in action with chef demos and food tastings. Heitz Cellar Dinner at Monarch Multi-course Italian dinner will boast pairings with Heitz Cellar wines from Napa, led by master sommelier Erik Elliot.
Bubbles & beer top 5 best food and drink events in Fort Worth this week

3 weeks ago | fortworth.culturemap.com | Celestina Blok

Once every four years, Cowtown turns into Pianotown. And that deserves a toast. About 50,000 music fans are expected to attend the prestigious 2025 Van Cliburn International Piano Competition, currently in its semifinal round at Bass Performance Hall in downtown Fort Worth. About 20 percent of the attendees will travel from outside DFW.
All the Fort Worth bars and restaurants serving special Cliburn sips & bites

4 weeks ago | fortworth.culturemap.com | Celestina Blok

Once every four years, Cowtown turns into Pianotown. And that deserves a toast. About 50,000 music fans are expected to attend the prestigious 2025 Van Cliburn International Piano Competition, currently in its semifinal round at Bass Performance Hall in downtown Fort Worth. About 20 percent of the attendees will travel from outside DFW.
3 family-friendly casino resorts a short road trip away from Dallas

1 month ago | dallas.culturemap.com | Celestina Blok

A trip to a casino might not be top of mind for a family getaway, but thanks to the recent addition of kid-friendly activities and amenities, several casinos just over the Texas border are increasingly popular options for all-ages road trips from Dallas. Oklahoma resorts such as WinStar World Casino in Thackerville, Choctaw Casino in Durant, and Choctaw Landing in Hochatown are now enticing families with arcades, bowling alleys, movie theaters, splash pads, waterslides, and fireside s’mores.
German fest tops 5 best food and drink events in Fort Worth this week

1 month ago | fortworth.culturemap.com | Celestina Blok

Ten Fort Worth-area barbecue restaurants have earned spots on the hottest barbecue list in Texas, via Texas Monthly magazine, which has issued its new list of the 50 Best Barbecue Joints in Texas. Out of those 10 restaurants in the DFW area, two Fort Worth favorites hit the coveted top 10: Goldee's Barbecue, a returning player, and for the first time, Dayne's Craft Barbecue in Aledo. Here’s the new top 10, in order: 1. Burnt Bean Co. (Seguin) 2. LeRoy and Lewis Barbecue (Austin) 3.
Fun festivals top the 5 best food and drink events in Dallas this week

1 month ago | dallas.culturemap.com | Celestina Blok

Tasting events are a theme this week, in a fun and surprising array of flavors — from tacos to Japanese cuisine to a festival dedicated to tomatoes. There's also a bakery anniversary with free cinnamon rolls not to be missed.
3 kid-friendly casino resorts for a fun family getaway from Fort Worth

1 month ago | fortworth.culturemap.com | Celestina Blok

A trip to a casino might not be top of mind for a family getaway, but thanks to the recent addition of kid-friendly activities and amenities, several casinos just over the Texas border are increasingly popular options for all-ages road trips from Fort Worth. Oklahoma resorts such as WinStar World Casino in Thackerville, Choctaw Casino in Durant, and Choctaw Landing in Hochatown are now enticing families with arcades, bowling alleys, movie theaters, splash pads, waterslides, and fireside s’mores.
Summer sips top 5 best food and drink events in Fort Worth this week

1 month ago | fortworth.culturemap.com | Celestina Blok

In a major loss to the DFW pizza scene, Fort Worth's acclaimed vegan pizzeria Pizza Verde is closing. The restaurant, which opened four years ago at 5716 Locke Ave., will close in the near future, with an exact date still to be announced. "There's no great way to sugar coat it," owners Landon and Jennifer Cabarubio said in a statement. "Pizza Verde is closing. Our last day will be announced soon.
Pucker up for the 9 best food and drink events in Dallas this week

1 month ago | dallas.culturemap.com | Celestina Blok

Memorial Day weekend arrives and with it comes opportunity to partake in American classics like hot dogs, burgers, barbecue, and...pickle ice cream? Save room for an interesting oyster and whiskey pairing dinner, an elaborate sushi and sake dinner, and an around-the-world tasting of bubbly. Start the week with a bar takeover by a Mexico City speakeasy to mark World Paloma Day.