Category: Explore the Greater Frisco Metroplex

This category focuses on small, locally owned businesses that are worth visiting. While most of the businesses in this area focus on the cities that are north of Dallas (i.e. Plano, Frisco, The Colony, McKinney, Prosper, etc.).

However, on occasion some of the businesses from other locations in the States.

Perfect Valentine’s Day Cookies from Local Small Businesses

It does not matter if you are a fully grown adult or a child in grade school, Valentine’s Day is always such a great day to spend time with those you love and indulge in some tasty sweets and treats. For me, cookies are some of my favorite treats of all time. With Valentine’s Day right around the corner, there are many reasons to buy a few cookies for this year. You could buy dozens of cookies for your kids’ Valentine’s Day celebration at school or if you are looking to treat your significant other to something special on the holiday, here are some great places for you to buy some deliciously baked cookies that will perfectly fit your needs this holiday season.… Read More Perfect Valentine’s Day Cookies from Local Small Businesses

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Uniquely Romantic Lofts for Two that are Perfect for Valentine’s Day

Everyone’s favorite romantic holiday is only a month away! Have you and your significant other started making plans for your next romantic getaway? Thankfully, this year, Valentine’s Day falls on one of the most perfect days of the week. Sunday. For those of you with children, this allows you the perfect time to let the kids spend the weekend with their grandparents and have a romantic weekend getaway with just you and your spouse. Matt and I have done some digging on Airbnb and found some unique lofts that are within a 4 hour drive of Frisco.… Read More Uniquely Romantic Lofts for Two that are Perfect for Valentine’s Day

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5 Local Small Businesses Where You Can Buy Your Last Minute Christmas Decorations

Decorating my home for Christmas has always been one of my favorite activities during the Holiday Season. Currently, Matt and I are in French Polynesia celebrating a late honeymoon. So I did as much decorating as I could before leaving. But I am sure, that I will need to do some more after we get home. If you are like me, and have a tendency to continue to decorate your house for Christmas all the way up to December 24th. Also If you enjoy supporting local businesses by shopping small. There are some of the great small businesses around the area that are perfect for picking up some last minute Christmas decorations before Christmas arrives. Here is a list of some of my favorites!… Read More 5 Local Small Businesses Where You Can Buy Your Last Minute Christmas Decorations

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Christmas Gift Guide for the Couples in your Life

Christmas is only a few weeks away. But this year – with the Covid lockdowns, furloughs, and business closures – money is tighter than normal for many Americans. Of course we all want to show our loved ones we are thinking about them on Christmas, by giving them a gift but this is hard with a smaller budget. A great option that should help with your Christmas gift budget this year. Here are some of our favorite gifts that are perfect for any young couple in your life!… Read More Christmas Gift Guide for the Couples in your Life

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5 Spooktacular Date Night Ideas for Those Who Live North of I-635

Whether it is the cooler weather, the scary stories while sitting around a fire, or throwing a fun costume party for Halloween, there are so many fun reasons to enjoy the month of October! One of my favorite things to do in October are listening to some creepy ghost stories. Of course, you cannot just enjoy any of theses activities alone. Why not enjoy these activities with your significant other? Here are some “spooktacular” date night ideas to enjoy during this Halloween Season… Read More 5 Spooktacular Date Night Ideas for Those Who Live North of I-635

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The Vendors that Helped us Achieve the Wedding of our Dreams (even during a COVID-19 Lockdown)

It is so hard to believe that our wedding was only 12 days. While my husband and I had the time of our lives. I think I can honestly speak for the both of us (as well as our families) when I say that we are more than relieved that it is over! But needless… Read More The Vendors that Helped us Achieve the Wedding of our Dreams (even during a COVID-19 Lockdown)

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Where to Eat, Drink, & Play on the Lake Lewisville

Something I have noticed about living in The Colony is that the communities of Little Elm, The Colony, and Western Frisco living revolves around Lake Lewisville. After a long winter, warm weather is finally upon us. With the warm weather comes our ability to enjoy the outdoors and spend lots of time on the lake in our back yard, Lake Lewisville. This will officially, be Matt’s (and mine, to a certain extent) first summer with easy access to the lake. While I am very much looking forward to spending some much needed time on the lake, I am also looking forward to spending time on the shoreline. Here are some fun places that Matt and I are looking forward to visiting during the warm weather. … Read More Where to Eat, Drink, & Play on the Lake Lewisville

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8 of the Most Creative Margaritas in Dallas

One of the best parts about living in Texas is the artful adoption of Mexican cuisine into our daily diet. The margarita is (of course) an essential piece of that. While there isn’t a lot that beats a traditional margarita on the rocks (or frozen) there are also a lot of creative takes on the margarita around town that allow you to have some fun and mix it up!… Read More 8 of the Most Creative Margaritas in Dallas

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5 Bars in Frisco that are perfect for Parent’s Night Out

We all love our children and our families, but (let’s face it) there are times when we would like to get out of the house and have some time of our own. Whether you are going on a date night with your significant other or planning a girls’/guys’ night out with your friends, here are five great places right in Frisco that you should consider when making your next adults only plans.… Read More 5 Bars in Frisco that are perfect for Parent’s Night Out

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