D Magazine November 2024
Cover Story
How to Die in Dallas
Here’s everything you need to know to plan for a gracious goodbye so you can live it up till time runs out.
Features
News
Milo Butterfingers Enters a New Era
The dive bar is a Dallas institution. What happens now that its owner has passed?
By Tim Rogers
Restaurants & Bars
The Potion Makers of Dallas
In their quest to serve a better cocktail, Dallas bars are brewing their own bitters, infusing their own vermouth, and reverse-engineering the recipe for Aperol.
Music
Michael Jerome, the Man Who Keeps the Beat
You know his work even if you don’t know his name. Michael Jerome anchors Better than Ezra and hit it for Toadies and Slash. Call him the best drummer Dallas has ever produced.
By Jason Cohen
Best Lists
The Best Financial Planners in Dallas-Fort Worth for 2024
A total of 722 votes were cast, and 225 individuals were nominated. Of these, 84 were selected.
By D Magazine
Best Lists
These Are Dallas-Fort Worth’s Top Wealth Managers for 2024
We asked every wealth management firm and team in North Texas to help us find the best among their peers. Here are the wealth managers that stand out in 2024.
By D Magazine
Travel
McCurtain County, Oklahoma
Unplug and recharge with fishing, hiking, or pure relaxation in Southeastern Oklahoma—just a 3-hour drive from Dallas.
Travel
OKANA Resort & Indoor Water Park, Oklahoma
Dive into fun at OKANA in Oklahoma City, with an indoor waterpark, outdoor lagoon, and dining for all ages.
Travel
Santa Fe, New Mexico
Step into the heart of Santa Fe, where every sunset, street, and moment tells a story waiting to be uncovered.
Travel
Winter Park, Colorado
Discover over 3,000 acres of ski terrain, unique mountain experiences, and free skiing for kids—plan your Winter Park getaway today!
Travel
Laredo, Texas
Explore the Historic Laredo Walking Tour, iconic landmarks, and vibrant culture that make Laredo, Texas, a must-visit destination for history and adventure enthusiasts.
Football
SMU Mascot Peruna Tells All About Joining The ACC
Peruna has worked at SMU since 1932 and is one of the most well-known horses in all of North Texas. We figured it was time to get some answers to our questions straight from his mouth.
By
Tim Rogers
Shopping & Fashion
Bell’Invito Founder Heather Wiese Turned Her Dream Handbag Into Her New Business
The next Dallas It Bag starts shipping this month.
News
Once an Undercover Billy Bob’s Waitress, Now a Bespoke Funeral Director
Former journalist Amy Cunningham wrote one of D Magazine’s wildest tales. She now plans green funerals in Brooklyn, but her storytelling days aren’t over.
Shopping & Fashion
Nicole Kwon's Menswear Line Is Giving Big Pleat Energy
From pressed trousers to boxy tees, the Dallas designer has something to elevate your boyfriend’s closet.
Urbanism
This Bright, New Path Connects the Katy Trail to Southern Dallas
Cycling from the Katy Trail to the Trinity River was a real drag until some Dallas artists painted the way.
By
Matt Goodman
Shopping & Fashion
Deep Ellum Watchmakers are Joining the Big Leagues
Jack Mason’s co-founder thinks his newest watch proves he’s ready to play with the big boys.
By
Eric Celeste
Restaurant Reviews
Dallas' Next Star Burger Comes to the Cedars from Japan
One-man joint Ookuma Japanese Burger in the Cedars serves Japanese teriyaki burgers, sumo fries, and more “pop food culture.”
Shopping & Fashion
Lindsay Nicholas New York’s Only U.S. Store Just Landed in Dallas
What to know about the emerging womenswear designer, and why her coastal brand found a home base in Texas.
Restaurant Reviews
Can a New Chef Make The Mansion a Dallas Dining Destination Again?
A new chef with a long résumé of successes in Los Angeles offers The Mansion an opportunity to upgrade its culinary conservatism.
Partner Content
CPA Industry Leaders
These Dallas area CPA firms have elevated the industry with their experience, commitment to clients, and contributions to the community. The CPA professionals on the following pages are credentialed advisors who help individuals and businesses reach their financial goals for a better, more secure future.