There's no getting away from the fact that Valentine's Day, with its saccharine words and grand gestures, divides the nation. In essence, it is the Brexit of a national day (that and National Talk Like a Pirate Day… December 15th, in case you were wondering). For some, it's a stomach-churning, money-grubbing, consumer-driven concoction. For others, it's a welcome excuse to throw on one's fanciest threads and hit the town. Whichever camp you fall into, it's just around the corner, whether you like it or not. We are of the opinion that if you can't beat them, you should jolly well join them. No, this doesn't mean harvesting a kidney in order to fund extravagant, flower-filled penthouse suites or re-mortgaging one's abode to clear the cabinets at Cartier. It means artfully getting in on the action and picking a cracking gift, which you can enjoy too. Yes, this year, our delightfully crafty gift guide is dedicated to stupendously good presents
Oh, there you are. Back for more green beer, I see. While St. Patrick’s Day is officially this Thursday, there are shenanigans to partake in all weekend long. North Texas, you’re fun! FORT WORTH Blue Bayou Restaurant (12670 Morris Dido Newark Rd, 817-236-4446) hots The Blue Bayou Turns Green Party 7pm-12am Fri