From sky-high views to sensorial splendors, the city beckons with possibilities.
The new hotel sits pretty within the 19-city-block Harwood District.
Winding through the bustling streets of the Harwood District, you might notice that there is a sizable new addition—and we call it Hôtel Swexan. Standing tall at 22 feet high, this modern boutique hotel marks Harwood International’s entry into the hotel biz. The flagship hotel, designed by lauded Japanese architect Kengo Kuma, is set to open this summer, and we can guarantee you’ll want to be first on the check-in list. Providing the latest in luxury offerings and over-the-top amenities, the 134-room hotel evokes the best of Harwood’s founders— marrying a beautiful mix of Swiss charm and Texas pride—et voila, welcome to Hôtel Swexan. harwoodinternational.com
Heyday offers tailor-made facials and services to its customers.
Nestled in the heart of the Knox-Henderson neighborhood lies self-care sanctuary Heyday. With its debut foray into the Texas market, this facial and skincare shop prides itself on being all about the face. No frills or frivolity here— just getting straight down to it—with a team of expert estheticians who will create a personalized skin profile for each client who walks through the door. Time to put your best face forward this month, ladies and gents. 3010 N. Henderson Ave., heydayskincare.com
Brass Ram marks Badovinus’ second restaurant in Dallas’ East Quarter.
Badovinus is back, baby. Once again adding a little sizzle to the restaurant scene, restaurateur Nick Badovinus recently opened the doors to his newest spot, located in Dallas’ East Quarter: Brass Ram. As the mastermind behind some of the city’s most beloved restaurants—Town Hearth, Neighborhood Services and, my personal fave, Montlake Cut—with Brass Ram, the culinary tour de force is putting his own stamp on the nostalgia behind a good old-fashioned steakhouse. Cozy up in one of the midcentury-modernized booths while you select from the sizable menu of prime ribs, steaks, chops and more while sipping on an ice-cold martini. Is it supper time yet? 2130 Commerce St., brassram.com
Grab a post-dinner sip at this hot new spot.
Rife with retro design and groovy tunes, Double D’s awaits for your next night on the town. This cheeky new spot in the Dallas Design District offers the perfect place to sit back, relax and enjoy the ride. The team behind buzzy concepts including Sfuzzi, The Whippersnapper and Tiny Victories, This & That Hospitality once again summons with a scintillating new cocktail lounge for all to enjoy. Select from a fun assortment of sips like the Cold Fashioned, Miami Vice and the Bingo Bango while taking in the far-out ambiance that abounds. 1404 N. Riverfront Blvd., @doubledsdallas
Lunya’s washable silk tee set is a must for a good night’s sleep.
Slip into something more comfortable this season as you visit newly opened Lunya, tucked within West Village. Having soared in popularity since shoppers first caught a glimpse of the luxury sleepwear brand, Lunya makes its Dallas debut, and we could not be more thrilled. Select from a sumptuous variety of sleep sets, robes, intimates and more made of the dreamiest materials possible. We can guarantee that aft er taking a spin at this new spot, you will never be more ready to get into bed. 3699 McKinney Ave., lunya.co
John Riepenhoff , “Skies (parallax_ii)” (2022, acrylic, flashe and oil on linen)
Having recently opened John Riepenhoff’s exhibition Scene Painters’ Almanac, contemporary art space Various Small Fires summons with a selection of thought-provoking pieces from the Milwaukee-based artist. Running through Feb. 18, the exhibition (which marks Riepenhoff’s premiere solo show in Texas) features a body of abstract paintings that begin en plein air. Surrounded by the brilliant night sky, Riepenhoff produced this collection of work during sessions held outside his studio that encapsulate the true beauty of the Midwestern skies. 1511 Commerce St., vsf.la
Photography by: WADE GRIFFITH; COURTESY OF PLUG PR; LUIS MARTINEZ; SUNG-JOON KOO; COURTESY OF BRAND; COURTESY OF VARIOUS SMALL FIRES
