AVID GOLFER Houston

1 week ago | myavidgolfer.com | Eli Jordan

Hailing from a small town in Louisiana, Dee Lincoln, who boasts the nickname “The Queen of Steaks,” has long been one of the most successful restauranters in the Metroplex. One of the original founders of Del Frisco’s Steakhouse, the 40-year veteran of the restaurant biz continues to innovate and focus energy on great food and great hospitality. Del Frisco’s is now a distant memory for Lincoln, who sold it years ago, but that doesn’t mean the Queen has hung up her crown.

1 week ago | myavidgolfer.com | Rick Arnett

The oft-admired Land Rover brand continues to add excellent rides to its popular roster. The reassurance of its iconic 4-wheel capability overcoming various climatic and terrain Armageddons enhances the brand’s allure for asphalt-loving urbanites and off-road swashbucklers. If you want proof, watch any European action flick and notice the ubiquitous brand driven by important and powerful characters. Usually adorned in black while imprinting on our brain that cool folks drive these.

1 week ago | myavidgolfer.com | Eli Jordan

For the better part of three decades, Grand Prairie’s Tangle Ridge Golf Club has been a go-to for those who appreciate great municipal golf. This city course stuns with its rolling topography, Ultra Dwarf Bermuda greens and fun architectural elements. Customer service at Tangle Ridge is always top-notch, as the friendly staff is always welcoming and kind during the check-in process.

1 week ago | myavidgolfer.com | Art Stricklin

Former Alabama golf star andDallas resident Davis Riley felt right at home at the Charles Schwab Challenge at Colonial last year. Facing a newly renovated Colonial golf course and a field that included World No. 1 Scottie Scheffler, Riley came out on top on a sunny Sunday afternoon at the storied tournament. Now preparing for his title defense, Riley talked with AVIDGOLFER writer Art Stricklin about his win, the historic layout and where he plays his golf in the Dallas area.

1 month ago | myavidgolfer.com | Art Stricklin

AVIDGOLFER: There is a saying on the PGA TOUR of “horses for courses,” meaning some players always play well on the same course. Did you always have success at TPC Craig Ranch? Taylor Pendrith: I had never played there for a Byron Nelson tournament, but I played for two Korn Ferry Q-schools and missed the cut both times. Never came close. I always thought I liked the course, but never played well there until last year. AG: Last year’s final round at the Nelson was pretty wild.