First Ever Culturemap Stylemaker Awards

The first ever Culturemap Stylemaker Awards will take place this Wednesday, October 15 at Tootsies in the Plaza at Preston Center. The six finalist have been chosen by Culturemap readers: Matt Alexander, David Goltl, Jenny Kirtland, Kevin Lavelle, Maleiah Rogers, and Melissa Rountree. These finalists will be showcased during the fashion show party where judges will be selecting editors’ choice.  The winners are to receive a Plaza at Preston Center shopping spree and a styled feature in a Plaza ad campaign. Only 300 people can attend so get tickets here before they’re gone!

Tory Burch vists NorthPark Neiman Marcus

American fashion designer, Tory Burch, graced Northpark Center's Neiman Marcus on Wednesday, October 8, the day before she spoke at the 29th Annual Luncheon for the Dallas Women's Foundation. She spoke about “Her commitment to increasing economic security for American women, and her approach to the issue.” per DWF site. With the luncheon already sold out, numerous fans waited in line just for the chance to meet Burch. 

Light Bites by NM Cafe

Light bites from NM Cafe and wine were passed throughout the afternoon to keep the crowd of ladies, dressed in Tory Burch, at ease while waiting for their chance to meet the gorgeously blonde fashion mogul. Burch signed personal autographs for each fashionista, and even took pictures with her fans.

            Burch has become a symbol of success to women, proving that obtaining dreams are possible. After developing into such a well-known icon within just 10 years, Forbes pronounced her a billionaire, back in January 2013, and listed her as the 79th most powerful woman in the world.  Being honored to be graced with the presence of an outstanding woman such as Tory Burch truly would make anyone grateful.

Lost at Lekka

Lekka's Bar, located at 17606 Preston Rd Dallas,TX 75252
photo by Emily Paige

      Traveling up Preston Road in Dallas you are bound to find a place to grab a drink, but I was not expecting to happen upon this hidden South African treasure! Urban Spoon had dubbed this spot "Most Popular New Restaurant 2013". While extremely low key, you could certainly impress someone with your knowledge of hidden foreign cuisine, with the perfect patio. After all, Lekka does mean awesome, amazing, and delicious in South Africa! As soon as you walk in, (after parking in the back) many friendly faces welcome you. Few might remember the old Obzeet, located just a few streets north, which got lost in a lease awhile back. Luckily, Lekka decided to grace us with their South African presence. 

"Blue Fries" made with curly fries and blue cheese

      Although this place seems more for light bites, the diverse menu offers everything from Buffalo wings to Bruschetta. The “Blue Fries” (pictured) are curly fries drizzled with blue cheese, quite an interesting combination, but delicious if you love bleu cheese. With many salad options, various “salad toppers” are available to choose from like ahi tuna or steak strips - a great way to add a little extra protein to your meal! 

The "Larney" topped
with Prosecco

      






The cocktail list has numerous delicious options, each speciality cocktails has a South African name (fortunately the menu translates). The "Larney" (pictured) is South African for fancy, which is very fitting, being topped with Prosecco! Guys should not be worried because beer and wine are also on the list too. Be sure to catch happy hour Monday-Friday from 4-7pm and all day on the weekends!

      In front of the restaurant there is a unique gift store, which is the perfect place to find a Christmas present for that aunt you have no idea what to get! Everything from salt lamps to unique outdoor accessories to Himalayan bath salts can be found inside OR you could bring your relatives here when you have to figure out how to entertain them over the holidays. Live music can be found on the patio every Thursday through Saturday evening.

Lekka's Light Flower Tree

        Lekka is a great lunch spot, or a place to grab some drinks on a low key night. The huge patio with light flower trees is definitely a great escape when you need to “get out of Dallas” and enjoy yourself. So come get Lost at Lekka, escape to South Africa, if even for only a moment.