Intern Diaries

Hi! My name is Nicole Garrison and I am the fall intern at the Fort Worth Convention and Visitors Bureau. I am a graduating senior at Texas Christian University majoring in Strategic Communication with a minor in English. Originally I am from California, but have enjoyed living in Fort Worth these past four years. I love traveling, TCU football and discovering new places in the city of Fort Worth! Go Frogs!

This past weekend I visited Grace- a sophisticated and elegant restaurant located on Main Street in the heart of downtown Fort Worth. After hearing rave reviews, especially during “Restaurant Week,” my family and I decided to finally stop by. Upon entering, it’s clear to see that the name Grace perfectly fits the restaurant. The service is fabulous and the décor is clean and modern, offering great ambiance.

From soup and salad to steak and vegetables, their menu has something for everyone. Some of the dishes we tried included the Jumbo Lump Crab Cake, the Baby Iceberg Wedge Salad and the Filet. My personal favorite was the dessert menu, in particular the warm chocolate pudding cake. Their wine list is also extensive. If you are a champagne fan, you'll want to join Grace for bubble hour Monday-Friday: 4-6pm for half off champagne. 

Grace offers private dining rooms along with special events occurring monthly. On Wednesdays, “Women and Wine” is held for women to come together for wine tastings and “Celebrity Bartender” on Tuesdays, raises money for charity.

Grace is known for its “Modern American Classics,” but also offers many rare dishes. I would recommend Grace to any visitor or local to experience some of the best in fine dining in Fort Worth. To view the menu and learn more, the official website for Grace!

 

Texas Christian University's entrance to the Big 12 brings about all things big: A brand-new big stadium, sold-out stands and big matchups. The TCU Horned Frogs kicked off the season in the newly renovated Amon G. Carter stadium, with a sold-out game against Grambling State. Highlights from the game included the opening which featured "Rocket Man" landing on the field, and the halftime show where the TCU band and showgirls performed along with the famed Grambling State marching band. Attracting students, season ticket holders and visitors alike, the game finished a TCU victory, 56-0.

In addition to moving from the Mountain West to the Big 12,TCU Football has a new home at the stadium after a $164-million dollar renovation. It now features additional seats, club lounge and suites, along with new escalators and elevators.

 

As a graduating senior, I have gotten to watch as TCU transforms and grows each year. From the Fiesta Bowl, to the impressive Rose Bowl victory, and now the entrance to the Big 12, TCU Football is always exciting. Check out WelcomeBig12.com for the home game schedule and all the big 12 weekends information for things to do and events in Fort Worth. Go Frogs!

Did you know Fort Worth provides FREE downtown (air-conditioned) transportation with no strings attached! Molly the Trolley is a vintage-style trolley that offers a quick and convenient way to get around Downtown Fort Worth or the Stockyards National Historic District. 

When looking for an authentic Western heriage experience, look no further than the Fort Worth Stockyards National Historic District, where you will be able to witness the world’s only twice-daily REAL cattle drive! These Texas longhorn (Texas’ state animal) are driven down the red-bricked avenue by authentic, hard-working cowboys and cowgirls! 16 steers make up the Herd, each representing one decade of Fort Worth’s existence. People from all over the world come rain or shain and vist Fort Worth to stand on the sidewalk and watch these unique animals parade down the street.

The Herd is Fort Worth’s exclusive time portal back to the enchanting days of the Old West. The Herd also has educational programs to inform visitors about cattle and cowboy history. You may have seen The Herd on Good Morning Texas, as they often make special appearances. So come on down ya’ll to The Fort Worth Stockyards to see the one-and-only, twice-daily Fort Worth cattle drive! Yee-Haw!

The Fort Worth Herd is located in Stockyards Station in the Stockyards National Historic Distric, off East Exchange Avenue. Cattle drives are free to anyone and everyone and are everyday of the week at 11:30a.m. and 4:00p.m. If you would like to become a Friend of the Herd, Click Here to make a donation.

Interested in live entertainment or a fun night out? Well you are in luck! Fort Worth’s Flying Saucer Draught Emporium has live bands not one, but FOUR nights a week, along with one of the community’s largest selection of quality hand-crafted, local and international beers. This trendy venue is very accommodating for whatever type of nightlife you are interested in and is always a favorite with the locals. The two-story bar offers several different types of space, including two vivacious outdoor patios and a charming, more intimate bar upstairs. 

Every Tuesday evening, you can count on having 'Trivia Night', it is free to participate and you can win cash prizes! Need a happy hour snack or still hungry after dinner? No worries, Flying Saucer offers a wide variety of appetizers on their menu for any type of late-night grub! Fast and friendly service is included with the lively atmosphere this bar provides. Also, be sure to check out the regulars' favorite, Monday night’s “Pint Nite” specials!

Flying Saucer is a top Fort Worth attraction and has hosted several Fort Worth events. This popular Fort Worth nightlife tavern is located in the heart of Downtown Fort Worth in Sundance Square, and is open Monday through Tuesday 11a.m. to Midnight, Wednesday through Thursday 11a.m. to 1a.m., Friday through Saturday 11a.m. to 2a.m., and Sunday from Noon to Midnight. For more information on things to do when the sun goes down in Fort Worth, visit our Nightlife listings.

Come grab a fresh bite to eat from the Café Modern’s new summer menu! The restaurant (located in the Modern Art Museum of Fort Worth) has been named one of the best restaurants in the nation by Gourmet Magazine, and is frequented by visitors and Fort Worth locals.

You can’t go wrong when local chef, Dena Peterson is behind the scenes whipping up gourmet dish after dish.  A few new and very popular appetizer items to choose from are the Muhammara (roasted pepper, walnut and pomegranate dip) as well as the Thai Chicken Lettuce Wraps. And don’t forget, two new menu choices: the recently acclaimed Moroccan Chicken Salad and the Modern Greek Salad with grilled chicken.

So whether you consider yourself a foodie or even a novice, you can enjoy a healthy, affordable meal during this hot Fort Worth summer. Whatever your heart desires, you can find something on the menu that will leave you feeling satisfied, yet refreshed! Café Modern is located in the Fort Worth Cultural District and is open for brunch 10a.m. to 3p.m. Saturday and Sunday. Lunch is available from 11a.m. to 2:30p.m. Tuesday through Friday. Dinner is served every Friday from 5p.m. to 10p.m. For more on the dining scene in Fort Worth, visit our Restaurants page.