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Immerse yourself in health & beauty at The Fresh Event

March 19th, 2010

Get ready for a health revolution at The Fresh Event. The Fashion Industry Gallery (F.I.G.) and Modern Luxury Dallas will host Dallas’ first premier event for the beauty and health conscious. The Fresh Event will be held from 9 a.m. to
5 p.m. on April 24 at 1807 Ross Ave. in downtown Dallas.

The Fresh Event will bring the best products and services to one location to educate, inform and promote awareness to women and men of all ages who want to stay fresh, youthful and invigorated. Arrive in workout gear and enjoy the event’s on-location fitness demos. Get pampered with complimentary makeovers, manicures and massages. Receive free consultations in acupuncture, chiropractic services, nutrition and more. “Just for him” products, services and a lounge will also be available.

Fresh VIP tickets are available and include an exclusive luncheon, featuring a “Super Foods” seminar by nutrition expert Morris Brossette, a cooking demonstration by Kozy Kitchen and a “goal setting” seminar hosted by lululemon athletica. VIP tickets also include complimentary valet, a general admission pass and a gift bag.

General admission and VIP tickets may be purchased online at www.thefreshevent.com.

VIP Tickets - $75

General Admission - $20

Seniors 60+ (must show ID) - $15

Students (must show ID) - $15

About FIG

The Fashion Industry Gallery (FIG) is the boutique Downtown wholesale venue, open to the trade and showcasing the best in women’s contemporary and bridge sportswear and accessories, as well as better men’s, within a high-design, hospitality-driven environment in the Dallas Arts District.

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Help us celebrate our two-year reopening anniversary, enter to win a prize!

February 22nd, 2010

If you haven’t visited the remodeled Stoneleigh Hotel & Spa, you’re missing out! The hotel reopened on March 3, 2008 after a $36 million renovation that showcases a modern Art Deco design but still honors the historic elegance of the 1920s.

On March 3, 2010 we will celebrate our two-year reopening anniversary with two prizes packages. We will give away a one-night stay in a Studio Suite and breakfast for two in Bolla for one lucky fan on Facebook and another fan on Twitter. So, join us on Facebook (http://facebook.com/stoneleighhotel) and Twitter (http://twitter.com/stoneleighhotel.com) by noon on March 3, 2010 to be entered in the contest! Twitter fans must Retweet the contest Tweet information to be eligible to win. Good luck!

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NBA All-Star weekend celeb sightings at The Stoneleigh

February 16th, 2010

charles_barkley280x390 The Stoneleigh Hotel & Spa was hopping with celebrity guests this weekend - all in town for the NBA All-Star game.

On Wednesday evening, patrons in Bolla Bar received a pleasant surprise when former NBA player and “Inside the NBA” on TNT announcer Charles Barkley walked in and shook hands with all of the guests. He told the crowd he would go up to his room, shower and then return to the bar and join them for drinks. The man with a boisterous personality was true to his word.

Other TNT announcers spotted in the lobby of The Stoneleigh were Ernie Johnson, Kenny Smith, Craig Sager and Reggie Miller. Former NBA player Steve Smith was also seen at the hotel after a shopping trip to Stanley Korshak.

Wolf Blitzer, the anchor of CNN’s “The Situation Room with Wolf Blitzer,” had lunch in Bolla on Friday and spent some time chatting with Charles Barkley.

Another celebrity guest visited The Spa at The Stoneleigh on Sunday to prepare for a very important meeting. DeShawn Snow, former star on Bravo’s reality show “Real Housewives of Atlanta” and wife of NBA veteran Eric Snow, took a trip to The Spa located on The Stoneleigh’s lower level for a makeup application. She loved the makeup and told the staff she was on her way to meet with Halle Berry!

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Empty Bowls event benefits North Texas Food Bank

February 11th, 2010

There isn’t a better place to have lunch on Friday, Feb. 19th than the Meyerson Symphony Center in downtown Dallas. The North Texas Food Bank is hosting its 11th annual Empty Bowls event from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. to raise money for the food bank.

Purchase an advanced ticket for $30 online at www.ntfb.org and get ready to fill up on delectable soups, breads and desserts from Dallas-area restaurants.

The Stoneleigh Hotel & Spa’s executive chef David Bull of Bolla restaurant will be preparing a tasty pepperoni soup for the event that you can’t miss. Perfect for these cold days!

Not only will you receive plenty of food samples for lunch, your ticket purchase also allows you to choose a handmade bowl created by an area artisan. To make the experience even more pleasant, classical music will be provided by Young Strings.

Tickets are $35 at the door. You can park in the symphony garage or at the valet. The Meyerson Symphony Center is located at 2301 Flora St. For more information, visit www.ntfb.org.

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Valentine’s Cooking Class in Austin with Chef Bull

January 29th, 2010

chef-bull-small3 David Bull, Executive Chef of Bolla at The Stoneleigh Hotel & Spa and author of Bull’s Eye on Food Interactive Cookbook, returns to Central Market in Austin for the St. Valentine’s Dinner class.

On Thursday, Feb. 4 from 6:30 to 9 p.m., the James Beard Award-Winning Chef Bull will create a dazzling, romantic menu that includes:

* Beef Tartare with Fried Oysters, Asparagus, Crème Fraîche & Caviar

* Crisp Sea Scallops with Artichoke Ragout, Montasio & Brown Butter

* Poached Lobster with Citrus Onion Confit, Arugula & Meyer Lemon Butter

* Chocolate Almond Silk Tart

Eager participants can make reservations to attend the class, which is offered for $70, at Central Market at 4001 N. Lamar Blvd. in Austin. www.centralmarket.com

* Receive 15% off the purchase of Chef Bull’s interactive cookbook on the night of the class only - great Valentine’s Day gift!

* There will be prize drawings throughout the night - two people will win a free cookbook and two people will win a voucher worth 15% off a weekend night stay at The Stoneleigh Hotel & Spa!

Visit www.chefdavidbull.com for more details and recipes.

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Love is in the air at Bolla for Valentine’s Weekend

January 27th, 2010

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If you haven’t already made your dinner plans for Valentine’s Weekend, now is the time! Take your beloved companion to Bolla at The Stoneleigh Hotel & Spa for a truly romantic evening with savory dishes.

Friday, February 12th and Saturday, February 13th:

Bolla will serve the regular dinner menu and will also feature a special Four Course Tasting Menu for $65 per person. Dinner hours are 6 to 11 p.m.

Sunday, February 14th:

Bolla will be opening especially for Valentine’s Day from 6 to 10 p.m. Chef David Bull has created a dual tasting menu for this special evening. Guests will choose one of two menus: “Lobster and Champagne” or “Steak and Mushrooms.” These menus are both four courses and are $85 per person.

For menus, visit www.stoneleighhotel.com. To make reservations, call 214-871-7111 or email reservations@stoneleighhotel.com.

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Bad to the Bone smackdown postponed

January 27th, 2010

For those of you who waited to buy tickets to the Bad to the Bone culinary competition in Austin, you’re in luck! The event was postponed to February 27th and tickets are still available.

Don’t miss David Bull, executive chef of Bolla at The Stoneleigh Hotel & Spa in Dallas, compete against Shawn Cirkiel, executive chef of Austin’s Parkside Restaurant, and Paul Petersen, star of TLC’s BBQ Pitmasters and former executive chef of Café Cenzio at the Gage Hotel, in a battle of culinary wit and skill at the legendary Stubb’s Bar-B-Q.

Tickets are $35 and available at www.stubbsaustin.com. For more information, call 512-480-8341. Ticket sales will benefit the Sustainable Food Center, which helps more than 20,000 Central Texans access healthy, affordable and locally grown food annually.

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Chef Bull prepares for ‘Bad to the Bone’ event in Austin

January 8th, 2010

Featuring secret ingredients, young popular chefs and rockin’ live music, Bad to the Bone is a culinary event not to be missed.

Three of Texas’ youngest and most revered chefs will come together for this one-of-a-kind culinary smackdown at the legendary Stubbs Bar-B-Q in Austin on Jan. 15 from 6 to 9:30 p.m.

David Bull, executive chef of Bolla at The Stoneleigh Hotel & Spa in Dallas; Shawn Cirkiel, executive chef of Austin’s Parkside Restaurant; and Paul Petersen, star of TLC’s BBQ Pitmasters and former executive chef of Café Cenzio at the Gage Hotel, each chose a secret ingredient they hoped would stump their competitors. At the event, the star chefs will create a dish that includes all three of the chef-picked ingredients, which could range from such diverse foods as grapefruit to cauliflower to oysters. This should get interesting!

Audience participants and a panel of noted culinary experts will sample the final dishes and use live text voting to determine the winning chef. DJ el john Selector will be spinning tunes until the final votes have been cast. After the winner is announced, the event turns into a live concert featuring Charanga Cakewalk, a seven-piece Latin band known for pan-Latin tunes.

Bad to the Bone promises to be a night of impressive culinary skill, savory food and lively entertainment.

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Semi-Annual F.I.G. Finale Sale Coming Soon…

January 5th, 2010

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The Fashion Industry Gallery (FIG) will host the semi-annual FIG Finale Sale on January 15 & 16, 2010 at 1807 Ross Avenue in the Downtown Dallas Arts District.

FIG Finale is a fabulous, open-to-the-public sale, which hosts the area’s top retailers — offering up to 75% off the regular ticket price of designer and boutique labels in women’s, men’s, and children’s clothing, accessories and shoes. Past and present designers include 7 for All Mankind, Alice + Olivia, Barbara Bui, Botkier Handbags, CC Skye, Corey Lynn Calter, Dolce Vita, Elaine Turner, Ella Moss, French Connection, Geren Ford, Hudson Jeans, Hugo Boss, Juicy Couture, Katydid Collection, Lacoste, La Rok, M. Missoni, Madison Marcus, Marc by Marc Jacobs, Milly, Paige Premium, Poleci, Rachel Pally, Rock and Republic, Ruthie Davis, See by Chloe, Splendid, Ted Baker, Tibi, Tracy Reese, Trina Turk, True Religion, Twelfth Street by Cynthia Vincent, Twisted Heart, Yana K., Young Fabulous and Broke and many more! This event is a shopper’s paradise!

Join the two-day sale starting Friday, January 15 from 11 am to 8 pm and Saturday, January 16 from 11 am to 5 pm.

For the true fashionista, VIP tickets are available. VIP shoppers are invited to the exclusive VIP Preview Party on Thursday, January 14 for an evening of cocktails, hors d’oeuvres and early access shopping on the discounted, in-season merchandise. VIP tickets also include complimentary valet on Thursday night and a two-day general admission pass to the sale. Cash and credit cards are accepted at most stores. ATM on site. General admission and VIP tickets may be purchased online at www.fashionindustrygallery.com.

About FIG

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