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So April showers bring May flowers. And May showers bring...rainbows? I think so. Take a look at this magnificent, high-arching, double rainbow that sprung from some pots of gold in east Dallas a few weeks ago. I love how the foreground is dark and the sun is beaming down on One Arts Plaza. Looking at rainbows always takes a bit of my breath away. So lovely.

Mother's Day Brunch at One Arts Plaza

I loved this vintage Mother's Day stamp collection. It's fun + happy and hope you enjoy it too.

Well if you haven't already made your brunch reservations for this Sunday to honor your mom, wife, sister or whomever that special mother may be, take a look at our brunch specials & make your reservations on www.ArtsDistrictDining.com

DALI - 3-course brunch from 11 am - 2:30 pm that includes a complimentary glass of champagne.
$38 pp, $19 children 6-12, free for children 5 & under

FEDORA - All you can eat brunch from 11 am - 2:30 pm that includes Italian specialties and bottomless Mimosas & Bloody Mary's for $10.
$25 pp, $12 children 6-12, free for children 5 & under

JORGE'S - Regular brunch, lunch & dinner menus + select chef specials that mom will love. They'll also have live Latin jazz on tha patio from 12 - 3 pm and a complimentary rose for mothers. Prices vary but there will be a special kids menu + 6 bottomless Mimosas.

SCREEN DOOR -3-course unique menu for both adults + children. 11 am - 3 pm. Includes complimentary Mimosas, glass of Champagne or a Ginger Lime Champagne cocktail.
$37 pp, $12 for children 12 & under

TEI-AN - Offering their regular Sunday menu + brunch from 11:30 am - 2 pm. Cool thing is that they will host the Japanes floral designer Kei Kamesawa who will be selling beautiful floral arrangements on their patio.

Celebrate Cinco de Mayo at Jorge's

Come on down to Jorge's at One Arts Plaza today to celebrate this Mexican holiday honoring their defeat of the French army in 1862. It's a gorgeous day outside so come enjoy our patio with sips and bites and take in the sun, fountains and live music. Jorge's is getting an early start (12 noon to be exact) on happy hour with $6 Margaritas, $5 house wine + well drinks, $4 imported beer + $3 domestic beers & $5 Don Jorge's Mexican Martini's all day. From 6-7 pm they'll even be offering complimentary mini tacos + Tequilla samples sponsored by Don Julio & Jose Cuervo. To spice up the festivities even more, there will be a live, colorful performance by the Anita Martinez Ballet Folklorico dancers on their patio. Viva Mexico!

Renee Rouleau Skin Spa Tips

If you haven't already been you really should treat yourself to a facial at Renee Rouleau skin spa located at One Arts Plaza. I know sometimes it's difficult to find the time to pamper ourselves but let me tell you, it's one of THE best things I've done for myself. Besides the fact that it has so many physical and mental benefits, it's just something we all deserve. After I left my first session for an hour facial, I felt as though I had been at the spa for half a day...absolute bliss.

Here are a few "Spring Cleaning" tips:

-Spring clean your pores with a professional facial & apply a serum to your skin

-Lighten up your moisturizer to allow your skin to breathe

-Don't neglect your neck & exfoliate with a facial scrub

-Brighten up your skin with moisturizers & serums that have vitamin C & Bilberry Extract

-Wear sunscreen daily

-Out with the old, in with the new - treat yourself with an intense exfoliation & chemical peel

-Clean out & donate skin or beauty products you haven't used in over a year - women's shelters such as The Family Place are a great spot to start

Spring Block Party - this Sunday

Come join us this Sunday at One Arts Plaza in the Arts District for a fun-filled afternoon with free cooking + cocktail demos, live music, and fun under the sun. All five of our restaurants will have tables + grills set up on their respective patios offering food samples and classes on a variety of recipies including how to prepare pulled pork bbq, mouth-watering brisket tacos, Splenditas + more. We'll also have cheese + wine samplings & you can even watch some fire-breathing bartenders at Fedora (mama mia)! Tei-An has flown in 600 Unagi fresh-water eel to grill (can you believe?). So come by solo or with friends or with your dogs and enjoy a leisurely Sunday afternoon on our plaza. For more detailed information click here.

Spring Block Party - April 18th

Join us in the Arts District next Sunday for a fun-filled afternoon with culinary demonstrations from each of our five restaurants. We're going to block off the plaza (pedestrian only...we love that) and each restaurant will set up cooking stations on their patio and give demos ranging from how to prepare grilled eel to BBQ to wine + cheese pairings to making your own pasta. Plus a few mixologists will teach us how to whip up our favorite cocktails.

We also decided to spice up the plaza and invite a few local farmers and artists to come out and sell their goods including cheese, bread, spices, flowers & more. Live bands will be playing throughout the afternoon and Dance for The Planet will bring out dancers around 4 pm (think hip hop + Bollywood).

Come and just relax on our patios. Kick back and enjoy the sun, the sound of our dynamic fountains, great downtown views & good company.

For more detailed information click here.

One Arts Plaza Celebrates Easter In The Arts District

If you haven't yet made your Easter Sunday brunch reservations, come on out to any of our One Arts Plaza restaurants offering a variety of dining options including live music, drink specials and glorious patios to enjoy this beautiful Spring weather.

Seating is limited and reservations are definitely recommended. To reserve your spot visit ArtsDistrictDining.com.

DALI - From 11 am - 8 pm a 3-course brunch is offered. A children's menu is also available.

$38 pp / $19 for children 6-12 / free for children under 5

FEDORA - From 11 am - 3 pm offering an "All You Can Eat Buffet" including bottomless mimosas and traditional Italian specialities. BONUS: Easter Egg hung for kids at 2 pm!

$34.99 pp / $12.99 children 10 & under

JORGE'S - From 8 am - 4 pm offering regular menu items plus Chef Specials with $6 botomless mimosas & Easter treats for kids.

*Latin Jazz from noon - 3 pm

(prices vary)

SCREEN DOOR - 11 am - 3 pm a 3-course menu including one complimentary mimosa or house champagne.

$37 pp / $12 for children 12 & under

Dimples Cupcakes New One Arts Location

Y-u-m-m-y! This spells out the fabulous flavors of our newest tenant at One Arts Plaza. Banana Pudding, Snickers, Orange Dreamsicle, Chocolate Mousse, Red Velvet...just a few to wet your appetite. Dimples will open its fourth location on our plaza in June. So come out for a sweet treat while in the Arts District and savor any of these delicious cupcakes! To find out more details on flavors check out their website here.

NY Times Features Tei-An

Drum roll please.....The NY Times T-Magazine just featured Tei-An in their latest Spring issue!! We've been anticipating this for a while and voila - here it is! Featured are eight Dallas hot spots they recommend to check out when visiting this "much-misunderstood town". If you haven't yet been you MUST check out Tei-An's authentic Japanese food including their delicious white seaweed salad (one of my favorites) and healthy, home-made soba noodles. Plus, now with this glorious Spring weather, guests can enjoy their uber chic, new rooftop lounge with a-mazing downtown views.

Modern Luxury Features One Arts Plaza Condo

In this month's issue, one of our very own residents', Lucilo Pena and Lee Cobb's penthouse got a glamorous six-page feature. Very exciting stuff! Lucilo is President of Development for Billingsley Company and therefore was very involved in this project. So much so in fact that he and his partner Lee decided to relocate from their home in Uptown to the 24th floor with a 3,400-square foot two-bedroom penthouse. Designed in tandem with the building's architect, Lionel Morrison, the result is a classically modern, spacious home with window walls that take in magnificent city views. Click here to read the full article and see more pictures. If you'd like to check out any of our three downtown model condos at One Arts Plaza click here to schedule a personalized tour.

50% Off Opera Tickets - March 7th

The Dallas Opera is offering "Matinee Madness" this Sunday! Don't miss the last performance of the critically acclaimed Don Pasquale. Buy any tickets by clicking here for this Sunday's, March 7th performance and save 50%.

Coupon code = don50 (new orders only).

Park at One Arts Plaza and ride over to the Winspear Opera House on our FREE Art Cart. Enjoy lunch or dinner at any of our five restaurants. You can make reservations by logging onto ArtsDistrictDining.com.

Plaza Musician Makes Top 24 on American Idol

Drum roll please.........one of our very own plaza musicians, Casey James, has made it as one of the top 24 contestants on American Idol! His talent and dedication are getting him the recognition he deserves (am sure his charm and good looks don't hurt either).



Spring music on the plaza is scheduled to resume in April, once the weather warms up and patios are alive bustling with people. We'll have a variety of live musicians performing so you can sit outside and enjoy our dynamic fountains, delicious food and refreshing cocktails. One Arts Plaza is a unique urban oasis where you can find five fantastic restaurants all within walking distance. On the top floors we only have 12 remaining luxury condominiums for sale. You can live here with exclusive amenities and have all the excitement of the Arts District just steps from your front door. Click here if you'd like to schedule your own private tour and take a peek at this fabulous urban lifestyle.

ONE cute snowman

Brrr, it's a cold day on the plaza. Here's the newest member of our art collection.

Valentine's Celebration

Are you in the mood for something delicious, romantic, unique and comfortable to park in this cold winter weather? Easy. Just log onto www.ArtsDistrictDining.com and reserve at any of One Arts Plaza's five delicious restaurants. Weather you're with your sweetie or out with your friends to celebrate this holiday of amour, you can enjoy a delicious Valentine's Day brunch or dinner.

DALI
Chef Joel A. Harloff presents a special Valentine's inspired four-course menu Fri - Sun. To complement, a seductive selection of wine and champagnes will be offered.
$65 per person

FEDORA
A distinctive four-course menu will be offered Fri & Sat starting at 7:30 pm and Sunday all evening. Guests will be treated to roses and a champange toast.
$65 per person

JORGE'S
A special Valentine's brunch will be offered Sat & Sun with live Latin jazz on Sunday. Evening menus will include the classic items with special entrees and desserts plus drink specials including Martini Rossi Champagne for $22/bottle and the signature Amor Mixed Berry Mojito.
Prices vary

SCREEN DOOR
In addition to their regular menu, a three-course prix fixe dinner menu Fri - Sun plus champagne specials of Veuve Clicquot for $14/glass or $70/bottle.
$55 per person

TEI-AN
A five-course menu with a complimentary glass of champagne, plum wine or sake will be offered on Sunday evening starting at 7:30 pm.
$75 per person

Grammy Award-Winning Composer at One Arts Plaza

Yesterday, several people gathered in the commercial lobby of One Arts Plaza for a special appearance by Marvin Hamlisch, award-winning musical composer. In town to promote his newly appointed position as guest conductor for the Dallas Symphony Orchestra's Pop Series launching in August, Marvin was a guest on WRR 101.1FM that morning during their monthly live broadcast from One Arts Plaza. Hamlisch has won three Oscars, four Grammys, four Emmys, a Tony and three Golden Globes, plus the Pulitzer Prize for "A Chorus Line", "The Way We Were" and others. A very special day for our tenants.

Tei-An February Feature in NY Times T magazine

Tei-An has been receiving some fantastic national media attention since its opening in 2008. Teiichi, owner of this delicious, authentic Tokyo-style soba noodle restaurant, sent us a text letting us know of this amazing upcoming national coverage. Keep your eyes peeled and check out the February issue of The New York Times T magazine.

Floating Square

Check out this amazing photo taken by Guy Reynolds of Dallas. It actually won the Art & Seek's "Flickr Photo of the Week" contest last week. Taken a few years ago before the Winspear and Wyly were built, Reynolds says "The distinctive square of light on One Arts is like a signature piece on the skyline, and I wanted to present it in a way people don't oridinarily see it." He certainly accomplished his goal. While shooting, he was working on an article for the Dallas Morning News about the new "bling" popping up on our skyline. Lionel Morrison, the archiect for One Arts Plaza explains his reasons for choosing the square: "It's the basic geometric shape that we use in the design of the entire building. It's one of the those elements that really centers the building..in a very classic way and creates this iconic element..which made it a natural for an element to be illuminated at night. The square is a powerful, iconic shape."

Tei-An's Rooftop Lounge Opens Today

Tei-An, the unique Japanese restaurant specializing in authentic Tokyo-style cusine including its popular soba noodles (delicioso & healthy), at One Arts Plaza, opens its new, much-anticipated rooftop lounge today. This exclusive lounge is a serene, zen-like oasis in the midst of the bustling, new urban Arts District with spectacular downtown views. Rooftop service offers bites and cocktails. Annual or lifetime memberships are also available (benefits include discounts, private use for events, etc.). Tei An has received local, regional and national acclaim by publications including Texas Monthly, Bon Appetite , Travel & Leisure and the the James Beard Foundation. To sign up for your membership or find out more information on this new little urban jewel contact Yosuke Fukuda at 214-220-2828.

PaperCity Features One Arts Plaza Penthouse

Have you picked up the latest copy of PaperCity? Check it out. Angie Barrett's (Dallas' famous socialite a.k.a. La Barrett) modern, 3,000 sf contemporary penthouse is featured. Vibrant pictures of her spacious, luxury residence at One Arts Plaza including her bedroom, closet, living rooms and a super glam photo of Angie herself on the roof-top are included. The condo took almost three years to complete and includes custom-made everything with the world's only full-height, all-lacquer bulthaup kitchen. If you would like to have one for yourself you can schedule a tour of available condos by clicking here to make an appointment.

New Year's Eve in the Arts District!

Okay, so maybe there won't be fireworks like these on December 31 but it would be really cool. Hopefully next year. Nevertheless there is lots going on in the Arts District including a Family Day at the Dallas Museum of Art, the Comerica New Year's Day Parade will initiate at the Crow Collection of Asian Art and evening performances at the Meyerson and Wyly Theatre. All five of our restaurants will be open and serving special dinners which include bubbly champagne. You can log on to www.ArtsDistrictDining.com to make your reservations now.

JORGE'S will have a happy hour from 5-8 pm with holiday cocktails. Of course their brisket tacos & holiday tamales are always favorites.

FEDORA is offering a 4-course dinner with champagne for $64. Among their delicious Italian entrees they will be serving mushroom risotto scented with truffle oil. Yum.

SCREENDOOR has two seating: a 3-course dinner at 5:30 pm for $55 and a 5-course dinner at 8 pm for $85 with champagne. Their fried green tomatoes and gumbo are southern goodness.

DALI has two seatings: 5-7 pm with a special pre dinner menu and a 5-course dinner from 8-10 pm for $110 which also includes a special menu, party favors & midnight champagne.

TEI AN has two seatings: 5:30 pm for $55 and 7:30 pm for $85 which includes sake, plum wine or champagne. Their white seaweed salad and warm soba noodles are healthy and delicioso!