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Simply South gains national recognition

DFW’s Simply South lands a spot on America’s Best Restaurants list
The front of Simply South in Irving.
Simply South opened its doors in February 2024. | Photo via @simplysouthirving
Popular Indian dishes featured at an Irving restaurant have found themselves on the NY Times’ America’s Best Restaurant list. Simply South cooks up vegetarian southern Indian dishes that bring Dallas residents a taste from around the globe. Since opening in the DFW area in February 2024, the restaurant has already made a name for itself.

Nestled in the home of a former Tex-Mex restaurant on I-635, chefs Venkatesawara Rao Muttavarapu, Manikandan Ramalingam, and Anoop Muraleedhara have made it their mission to bring their Indian culinary techniques and spices to the Irving landscape.

The NY Times’ list of restaurants was curated by editors and food reporters who traveled to nearly every state looking for restaurants with refined menus. This year, restaurant interiors and seating factored into which eateries were selected. When it comes to Simply South, the restaurant is very spacious with both indoor and outdoor seating choices.

The restaurant specializes in rice dishes, southern Indian entrees, vegetarian fried rice, and traditional beverages.

Getting hungry? Some popular dishes include:
  • Paneer Chettinad
  • Gongura Daal
  • Jackfruit Dum Pulao
  • Chilli Garlic Fried Rice
For now, the restaurant only has one location in Irving, but plans are underway to open two other locations: one in Frisco and the other in Illinois.
 
Events
Wednesday, Sept. 25
  • Zedd | Wednesday, Sept. 25 | 7:30 p.m. | The Factory in Deep Ellum | $50+ | Don’t miss this chance to dance the night away as the award-winning DJ performs his chart-topping hits.
  • Crochet for a Cause | Wednesday, Sept. 25 | 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m. | Mountain Creek Branch Library | Free | Attendees will discover and create the simple yet effective technique of weaving these materials into sturdy, portable mats.
Thursday, Sept. 26
Friday, Sept. 27
  • Fort Worth Oktoberfest 2024 | Friday, Sept. 27 | 6:30-8:30 p.m. | Trinity River Trail, Fort Worth | $10+ | Fill up bier steins, enjoy shopping in the Marktplatz, contests, carnival rides, a 5K, and more.
  • Pumpkins & Pints Nights | Friday, Sept. 27 | 6-9 p.m. | The Dallas Arboretum and Botanical Garden | $9+ | Try local craft fall beers and wine while listening to live music.
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News Notes
Coming Soon
  • Frisco’s Kaleidoscope Park is gearing up for a two-day grand opening. The 5.7-acre signature park will make its debut with a weekend-long grand opening celebration Oct. 5-6 full of art, yoga, and entertainment experiences. (Culture Map Dallas)
Development
  • Dallas Area Rapid Transit has relocated into new office space in Far North Dallas after negotiating a 10-year lease at Knoll Trail Crossing. The structure located at 15400 Knoll Trail Dr. will likely see a change in use as early as late 2025 when the $2 billion Silver Line project is complete. (Dallas Business Journal)
Travel
  • A new Hong Kong airline will be making its debut at the DFW airport. Cathay Pacific will offer four direct flights to Dallas per week and will increase flights to cities such as New York, San Francisco, and Vancouver. The airline will take flight on April 24, 2025. (Culture Map Dallas)
Open
  • Preston Hollow is now home to a new consignment luxury retailer. Keeks sells designer shoes with a 100% authenticity guarantee or a complete refund. It also operates a handbag-focused storefront in Plano. (Preston Hollow Advocate)
Watch
  • The award-winning show “Start Up” airs its twelfth season with all 13 episodes featuring DFW businesses. This is the show’s second time dedicating an entire season to a single location. It will air on KERA Channel 13 on Saturday, Sept. 28. (Culture Map Dallas)
Edu
  • No. 91. That’s what Southern Methodist University ranked on US News & World Report’s 2025 Best National University Rankings list. See how other schools compare.
Eat
  • A plethora of Dallas restaurants will be serving up their own State Fair of Texas-themed food. From loaded fries with brisket and bacon at CBD Provisions to a cotton candy cosmopolitan at Pete’s Dueling Piano Bar, check out the full list of fare. (Culture Map Dallas)
Sports
  • Is Jerry Jones to blame for the Cowboy’s latest loss? After a 1-2 start for the Cowboys, including two losses at home, the owner says he is willing to accept the blame. WFAA has the full story.
Listen
  • What changes can the Cowboys make to their offense ahead of their next game? Get the biggest stories every day from the local experts of the Dallas Cowboys with Locked On’s daily podcasts.
    Finance
    • Did you know some credit cards can actually help you get out of debt faster? (Yes, it sounds like pumpkin-spice bananas. But it’s true.) The secret: Find a credit card with a “0% intro APR” period for balance transfers. Here are hands down some of the best.*
    Real Estate
    • Calling all sports fanatics: Dreaming of living just steps from the Dallas Cowboys or the Texas Rangers? You’re in luck. The Arlington Entertainment District will welcome 300 new luxury apartments at One Rangers Way this January. Interested? Connect with the One Rangers Way team to schedule a tour.*
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    What’s the deal with that waterfall billboard?

    What’s the deal with that waterfall billboard?
    A billboard with a waterfall in the middle.
    The popular billboard remains the most recognized off-premise advertising sign in North Texas. | Photo via Jrihani
    Whether you take I-35 to work or live in the area, you have definitely seen the famous billboard with a waterfall in the middle. It’s hard to miss it. Well, what’s the history behind the intriguing and famous billboard?

    Standing 45 ff tall, the billboard has overlooked Dallasites for over 50 years. Constructed in 1962 for Pearl Brewing Company, the waterfall billboard was originally located on Goat Hill, a small park close to I-35 north of Downtown Dallas. Tracy-Locke Co., a nearby advertising agency, created the design. The beer sign was the biggest in the world at the time.

    Today, it features the Coors Brewing company logo and over 1.5 million gallons of water flow over the man-made rocks in the billboard each day. The billboard has been used for various advertisements for beer and tobacco products over the years.

    Hey — the more you know.
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    👡 Choose champagne or silver for this five-star rated sandal.
    💎 Add a touch of sparkle to your outfit with jeweled slingbacks.
    👠 Go for style + function with a kitten heel on pointy-toe pumps.
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