This month boasts a bevy of new and notables to explore.
The Adolphus hotel has been a Dallas icon since first opening its doors in 1912. ADOLPHUS PHOTOS BY KATHY TRAN
SIP, SIP, HOORAY!
ADOLPHUS PHOTOS BY KATHY TRAN
Rolling out the royal treatment once again is The Adolphus, who recently kicked off Holiday Tea. As one of the seasons’s most storied traditions, the landmark hotel has opened the doors to the swoonworthy French Room for visitors to enjoy a day of decadence. Running through Jan. 7, the French Room will welcome guests from 11 a.m. - 3 p.m. to delight in finger sandwiches, caviar service, colorful confections and, the pièce de résistance, tea. 1321 Commerce St., adolphus.com
Bachendorf’s celebrates its new storefront this month in the Galleria. BACHENDORF’S PHOTO COURTEY OF BRAND
DIAMONDS ARE A GIRL’S BEST FRIEND
Swooping into its newly reimagined space in the Galleria just in time for the holiday season—Bachendorf’s summons with its trove of treasures. Shop signature collections, plus peruse the new offerings from the storied jewelry house that has been keeping us dressed to the nines for over 30 years. 13350 Dallas Pkwy., bachendorfs.com
Award-winning author Ann Patchett. ANN PATCHETT PHOTO BY EMILY DORIO
BOOK Club
Readers, rejoice! Beloved authors Ann Patchett and Elizabeth McCracken are coming to town this month to celebrate the release of their latest tomes. Our dear friends from Interabang Books are presenting a tête-à-tête Nov. 10 at Saint Michael & All Angels Episcopal Church. Having recently released Tom Lake, Ann Patchett is behind several notable works, including Commonwealth, These Precious Days and, most recently, The Dutch House. McCracken, too, has penned several prized works, including The Souvenir Museum, Bowlaway and her recently debuted The Hero of This Book. With these two lauded ladies in town, we have no doubt it will be a one-of-a-kind evening of creative conversation. interabangbooks.com
Lyla’s decor (and dishes) are inspired by exotic destinations. LYLA PHOTO BY KATHY TRAN
La DOLCE Vita
Perched prominently in the buzzy Uptown neighborhood, the newly opened restaurant, Lyla, awaits. Coastal Italian cuisine comes to life with dishes like lobster linguini, wood-grilled lamb chops, truffle carbonara and more. Insider tip: order the whipped eggplant. You can thank us later. Also serving up a selection of cheeky cocktails, patrons can delight in the Dolce Vita, Santorini Sunset and Tour De France. “We have loved this location on McKinney Ave. for years and now have the opportunity to bring it back and make it better than ever,” notes Veeral Rathod, who co-owns Lyla alongside Obi Ibeto and Reham Choudhury. 3309 McKinney Ave., lylarestaurant.com
Alexis Phillips (Dallas) First Mother, 2023, acrylic on canvas. ART IMAGE COURTESY OF TEXAS VIGNETTE FAIR
A VISUAL FEAST
“We are thrilled by the overwhelming response to the call for applications this year, with more women artists than ever applying to be part of the Vignette Art Fair,” shares Emily Edwards, curator of the Vignette Art Fair, which will run Nov. 3 - Nov. 4. Touted as one of Texas’ most prominent women’s art fairs, this year features works from 48 female artists. “I’m humbled by the diversity and quality of talent, which encourages us to continue our mission of raising the profile of exceptional women artists, a group needing representation more than ever in the state’s current climate.” Founded in 2017 by Jessica Ingle, the art fair has caught many’s eyes; each year, more people make their way to Dallas Market Hall for the creative spectacle. Undoubtedly, the annual show will be jam-packed with incredible works from creative visionaries. . 2200 North Stemmons Fwy., texasvignette.org
OYSTER PHOTO BY PLATERESCA VIA ISTOCK
SHUCK IT
When you see the name “Katz” on the door, odds are likely that the spot will be a good one. Cue in Green Point, the scrumptious new seafood and oyster bar from brothers Greg and Nik Katz. Setting up shop in the Knox Street neighborhood, the newly opened spot features good old-fashioned dishes, including shrimp ceviche, fish & chips, lobster rolls and more. Settle in for a mouthwatering meal or opt to take a seat at the bar and grab a lychee cocktail or an ice cold ‘tini. 3219 Knox St., @green.pointdal
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