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CBS News
24-05-2025
- Business
- CBS News
Rising rent forces Dallas restaurant to close after 15 years
As the Dallas-Fort Worth restaurant industry continues to expand, rising rent prices are forcing some longtime establishments to shut down. After 15 years of serving customers, Meddlesome Moth closed its doors for good on Wednesday. Owner Shannon Wynne designed every inch of the space — from the three famous stained-glass windows that once belonged to the Hard Rock Cafe to the Texas-themed art in every corner. For him, this goodbye is personal. "Oh, we will miss it terribly," Wynne said. "But I think we've done a lot to develop this area." A pioneer in Dallas' Design District CBS News Texas Wynne says Meddlesome Moth was the first restaurant to open in Dallas' Design District, paving the way for growth and development in the area. "I think that my satisfaction comes from the fact that when we opened, everybody told me it was a dangerous area and nobody would come," Wynne said. "I've lived here my entire life. I knew it was going to be fine." Rent hikes force closure Despite its success, Wynne said skyrocketing rent made it impossible to continue operating. "In order for us to have stayed here, we would have had to raise prices 20%," Wynne said. "When they raised the rent so much that we couldn't afford it, we knew it was time to go." Other restaurants facing similar struggles Meddlesome Moth is just one in a string of restaurant closures. Fernando's Tex-Mex shut down both locations in April after 20 years, citing an inability to reach a lease agreement. Trompo, a beloved taco spot in East Dallas, also closed last year due to rent increases. Restaurant real estate expert Andy Anderson of Restaurant Properties Group says the city's booming food scene is pushing out longtime operators. "I think we have the most competitive restaurant market in the United States," Anderson said. "Growth and demand definitely drive prices higher. Many local favorites are being squeezed out by operators with deeper pockets." Anderson advises restaurant owners to secure long-term leases, as rental rates are expected to continue rising. A bittersweet farewell As patrons ate their last meals at Meddlesome Moth, chef Chad Kelly returned to say goodbye to the restaurant that gave him his first job. "Oh, so many emotions, so many different things, you know—kind of disbelief. It has been such a great run," Kelly said. Wynne, who still operates multiple restaurants across North Texas, said Meddlesome Moth will always hold a special place in his heart. "It's a bittersweet thing, but we're happy to let somebody else come in and try to make their mark," Wynne said.
Business Recorder
18-05-2025
- Business
- Business Recorder
‘Design District' launches its flagship store in Karachi
KARACHI: Design District officially launched its flagship brand store in Karachi on Saturday, introducing a premium range of international fashion products alongside convenient online shopping services. Located in the upscale DHA area, the new store offers an extensive collection of both formal and casual wear— all under one roof. They have the current collections from all the brands. From ties, belts, suits, shoes, and trousers to shorts, polo shirts, T-shirts, socks, caps, wallets, and handkerchiefs, the store is designed to meet the diverse style needs of discerning customers. As an authorised retailer, Design District proudly showcases globally acclaimed fashion labels such as BOSS, Giorgio Armani, Lacoste, Vans, and others. The grand opening drew a large number of brand-conscious visitors who explored the store's stylish offerings. To mark the occasion, Design District partnered with June Coffee and Fede Cookies, enhancing the event experience with gourmet treats and refreshments. Event marketing, PR and DVC production were managed by Filed Under, the brand's official licensed partner. The launch featured lively music by a DJ, while children enjoyed interactive games including 'Pin the Gibtz,' adding a fun, family-friendly element to the celebration. 'It's exciting to have access to international brands right here in Pakistan,' said Aryaan Aslam, an enthusiastic shopper. 'Now we don't need to travel abroad to find the products we love.' Copyright Business Recorder, 2025
Yahoo
17-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Free Urban Village Fete to return to Greenwich this weekend with music and food
London's biggest free festival is set to return in 2025. The Urban Village Fete will take place on May 18 at the Design District. The event, now in its tenth year, will have a variety of eclectic performers and hands-on activities and will aim to be a true celebration of creativity and community in the heart of south east London. This year, the event takes place at Greenwich Peninsula, which has been part of the festival for a number of years now. Community, creativity, and culture celebrated at 2025 Urban Village Fete (Image: Design District) The festival will showcase a mix of activities, ranging from panel discussions and kid-friendly workshops to an array of food stalls. A special edition Peninsulist Tote Bag, designed by Head, the global sports brand, will be introduced at this year's fete. The bag design reflects the community and architecture of the district and is set to become a symbol of creativity and innovation. Sunset Sessions bring music and cocktails to Canteen Food Hall & Bar (Image: KrisHumphreysPhotography) Karl Heasman, Head's senior designer, said: "We feel so lucky to be part of the Design District community, surrounded by brilliant creatives – from florists and potters to designers, photographers and AI innovators. "Being asked to design this year's Peninsulist Tote (launching at Urban Village Fete) was a real honour. "We wanted the bag to celebrate the spirit, creativity, and unique energy of everyone who makes this place so special – and we hope you love it as much as we loved creating it!" Curated by Hemingway Design, the fete is a modern take on the traditional village fete, combining performers with local talent. Throughout the day, visitors can engage in activities ranging from pottery painting to hair braiding and 3D printing. Youngsters and adults alike can enjoy panel talks hosted by Robert Elms. The district will also be bustling with diverse food and drinks options, served by the Canteen Food Hall and Bar, famed for its global cuisine. One of the event's highlights is the Creative Conversations talk series, focusing on vital topics around education, collaboration, and fashion. Entry to the fete is free. However, some workshops require tickets. A number of the district's tenants such as Made by Manos, Pottery Studio LDN, and Champion 3D will also be showcasing their talents through interactive workshops. The district's acclaimed Canteen Food Hall and Bar, with six international street food kitchens, will ensure festival goers are spoilt for choice with their diverse menu. The likes of Greeko, Southern Soul, Hermanos, Juk Pou, Pasta Rebels, and Tapas Bravas will serve a range of dishes ensuring a treat for the tastebuds. From 7pm, the food hall will be transformed by the Sunset Sessions. This feature will have attendees enjoying great music by DJs and special guests alongside delicious street food vendors and an extensive selection of hand-shaken cocktails and craft beer. Maritza Masiello, Pottery Studio LDN founder, said: "Being part of Urban Village Fete is an incredible opportunity for Pottery Studio LDN to directly engage with the amazing amount of festival goers on site at Design District throughout the day. "Hosting these workshops, which invite people to get creative and experience the hands-on joy that defines Pottery Studio LDN, is just one of the many benefits of being a tenant at Design District, where collaboration, creativity, and connection are part of our daily life. "It's so motivating to be around innovative people who strive to do things differently, and it definitely inspires us in our own practice."
Kuwait Times
03-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Kuwait Times
Artist captures Palestinian resilience in Kuwait exhibition
By Passant Hisham and Christine Susan Shine KUWAIT: In her deeply personal exhibition 'Feels Like Yesterday,' Palestinian artist Reem Zaghmout invites viewers into an emotional journey shaped by longing for a homeland she has never truly known. 'Culture and creative expression allow us to share our story with the world,' said Palestinian Ambassador to Kuwait Rami Tahboub, during a visit to the exhibition. 'Through art, the world can understand the Palestinian struggle, witness the reality of our people, and stand in solidarity with our cause.' Represented by Hunna Art Gallery, which currently showcases 18 women artists with connections to the Arab Peninsula, Zaghmout as a vital voice in contemporary Middle Eastern art, cementing her role as a visual storyteller of the Palestinian experience. Her art is being showcased in Kuwait at an exhibition held in collaboration with the Palestinian Embassy and Hunna Art Gallery at Design District in Shuwaikh Industrial until May 22. Ambassador Tahboub highlighted the role of art as 'one of the most powerful tools of resistance.' He noted that Zaghmout's work is deeply rooted in lived experience, not merely imagination. 'Her paintings are emotional reflections of her daily feelings to Palestine,' he said. 'They portray the ongoing suffering of Palestinians, especially in light of the current tragedy in Gaza.' An art piece by Palestinian artist Reem Zaghmout depicting a white lily. An art pieces showing crumpled paper, a common theme in Zaghmout's work. Curator Oceane Sailly (right) and Palestinian Ambassador Rami Tahboub observe Reem Zaghmout's work displayed at Hunna Art Gallery. An art piece showing oranges, one of several fruits tied to the Palestinian landscape featured in Zaghmout's work. Curator Oceane Sailly, director of Hunna Art Gallery, echoed this, noting that Zaghmout's art resonates with the shared pain of displacement that many Palestinians feel. 'There's a constant longing for a homeland she never truly knew,' Sailly said. 'She's always exploring the locus of memory.' Though Zaghmout resides outside of Palestine, her artwork conveys a profound sense of connection and longing, a theme Sailly described as central to the exhibition's first series. These works focus on symbolic fruits, watermelons, pomegranates, and Jaffa oranges, each tied to the Palestinian landscape and cultural memory. Zaghmout reimagines these fruits not only as links to heritage but as objects of domestic intimacy. Her recurring use of peeled oranges and scattered leaves draws from her childhood memories of her mother, turning everyday moments into symbols of both personal and political reflection. The ambassador noted the significance of these agricultural symbols, famously grown in Jaffa, Gaza, Jericho, Qalqilya, and Tulkarem, as tributes to Palestinian identity, heritage and resilience. The second series, Sailly explained, presents paintings that resemble crumpled paper, an illusion that invites viewers to examine what lies beneath the surface. 'The fragmented nature of these artworks speaks to the incomplete and often painful process of remembering,' she said. A standout element in the exhibition is Zaghmout's final series, inspired by drawings made by Palestinian children. Works like 'A Little Girl (Dima),' 'Open, O Flower, 'and 'As the Tree,' carry childlike innocence while serving as expressions of loss, endurance and hope. These pieces, while playful in style, reflect the emotional testimonies of survival, underscoring what Ambassador Tahboub described as 'the ongoing suffering' but also the enduring strength of the Palestinian spirit.
Khaleej Times
07-02-2025
- Entertainment
- Khaleej Times
Dubai: Supermodel Adriana Lima shines on the runway for Manish Malhotra
Dubai Fashion Week just wrapped up its Autumn/Winter 2025-26 edition, and if there's one thing we know for sure—it's that bling is officially back. And who better to make that statement than Manish Malhotra himself? The legendary Indian designer, known for his opulent Bollywood costumes and extravagant bridal couture, put on a spectacular show, marking one year since the launch of his Dubai store. In recent years, the biannual Dubai Fashion Week has established itself as the magnum opus of couture, infused with the energy and pulse of the city. Each season, designers bring their finest creations, inspired by the silhouettes and hues of the Arab world, and each edition only gets grander, glitzier, and more global. This time, Manish Malhotra took centre stage at Dubai Design District (d3) with a collection that was nothing short of a visual feast. In true Dubai fashion, opulence took centre stage, with sequins, crystals, and extravagant embellishments making a powerful comeback. Whether it was power suits dripping in metallic accents or shimmering fabrics, there was a noticeable blend of modest fashion elements—such as high necklines and flowing drapes—with contemporary, form-fitting designs that highlight South Asian craftsmanship. Ladies, if you were contemplating whether to go all out for Eid or the next wedding season, consider this your sign! A front row full of stars Of course, what's a Manish Malhotra show without a star-studded front row? Sitting right at the heart of the action were some of Bollywood's biggest names—Karan Johar, the designer's long-time collaborator and friend, Malaika Arora, Vijay Varma, and Sanjay Dutt. Joining them was new Bollywood sensation Rasha Thadani, who recently made her acting debut in Azaad. Dubai's own weren't far behind either. The cast of Dubai Bling—Farhana Bodi, Danya Almulla, and Loujain—also turned heads as they took their front row seats. If the show wasn't already a spectacle, Brazilian supermodel Adriana Lima took to the runway as the ultimate showstopper, joined by Valery Kaufman, for closing Malhotra's 'World Collection: Dubai' show. With each edition, Dubai Fashion Week continues to leave no stone unturned in solidifying its place as the region's fashion capital, giving local designers a global platform and attracting top international names to showcase their artistry. So, if this season was anything to go by, we can only imagine what's coming next!
