Get ready for some tasty tequila drinks because this Friday, February 22, is National Margarita Day! Dozens of restaurants and bars throughout the DFW metroplex are offering special deals on margaritas in honor of the occasion. Here are some of the best places to start the weekend with an icy margarita. 

Blue Goose Cantina: $3 original margaritas at multiple locations

Blue Mesa: $5 blue margaritas during happy hour  

Chili's: $5 margaritas in several flavors all day long 

CityLine DFW: $5 margaritas on the rocks and $4.50 frozen house margaritas until 6:30 PM

Chuy's: $1 off top-shelf Skinny 'Ritas and $1 floaters 

El Chico: $3 house margaritas 

Fuzzy's Taco Shop: $2 12-oz house margaritas 

Legacy Food Hall: $4 frozen margaritas from all bars until 7 PM

Meso Maya: $5 house margaritas (hours vary by location) 

On the Border: $4 1800 Gran Ritas 

Razzo's Cajun Cafe: $5 Mardi-Ritas 

Taco Cabana: $3.50 margaritas until 7 PM 

Urban Taco: $5 Casa Noble Margaritas 


Know of any other great margarita deals this weekend? Suggest your favorite locations in the comment section below! 

Here in North Texas, flu cases have been on the rise in recent weeks. Four different school districts have closed due to flu outbreaks, and the number of flu-related emergency room visits has increased substantially. 

Unfortunately, the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has stated that it's still too soon to tell how severe the season will be. Last year, nearly a million Americans went to the hospital due to the virus. This year's season is less severe, but the CDC claims that the flu season is far from over. We've yet to see just how serious this season will be. 

Remember, it's not too late to get your flu shot. The vaccine is still considered the best way to avoid the flu, and the CDC has reported that this year's is very effective. 

Wash your hands, eat healthy foods and get vaccinated. The last thing you want is for the whole family to come down with the flu just before spring break begins. 

There are so many aspects of a wedding that require a bride-to-be's attention: cakes, dresses, food, decorations. Fortunately, you'll be able to meet vendors on January 19 who offer all of these services!

The premier boutique bridal show this Saturday will showcase everything you could need for your special day from 10 AM to 3 PM. Take at least two hours or so to browse the levels of the historic courthouse in Downtown McKinney. There will be 45 different exhibitors, so no matter what style you're looking for, there's a vendor who can help. 

You will require a ticket for admission, so go ahead and register online here for $5. If you wait to buy tickets at the door, they'll be $10 instead. 

This is a unique opportunity to see tons of local wedding businesses from all over Collin County in one place, so don't let it pass by if you're planning a wedding in 2019! Learn more by visiting www.mckinneytexas.org. 

Event Location: 
McKinney Performing Arts Center
111 N. Tennessee St.
McKinney, TX 75069

Whether you're inviting 10 people or hundreds, planning a baby shower can be difficult. You'll need food, decorations, and of course, a space to fit all of the people coming together to celebrate a new baby.

That's why we've rounded up eight great places to host your next baby shower. Everything about these locations will make a party a success, from the menus to the aesthetics. 

1. Mesero - Legacy West in Plano

When in Texas, why not serve some of the best Tex Mex at a mother-to-be's party? Mesero's dishes are divine, and they have a beautiful room reserved for private parties. People rave about their events, so you can feel confident planning the special day at this Legacy West favorite. 

2. Giardino Italian - Frisco 

La Terraza, the covered patio at this Italian restaurant, provides a warm and accommodating environment for a baby shower. It can host up to 38 people and provides a beautiful view of the nearby fountain. If you're not interested in hosting an outdoor party, consider looking into their indoor private dining options. 

3. Sixty Vines - Plano and Uptown Dallas 

Everything about a fancy brunch is perfect for a baby shower, and if anyone knows how to do brunch right, it's Sixty Vines. They're more than happy to accommodate special events like baby showers, and their group dining menu makes it easy for everyone to enjoy the party. Remember to make reservations in advance - it's a popular place. 

4. Jupiter Gardens Events Center - Dallas 

If you're hoping to host an outdoor baby shower, you must check out Cupid's Garden at this event venue. It's a wonderful setting for a cute brunch, complete with trees and an adorable little gazebo. The area is so lovable that it's frequently booked, so be sure to call for a reservation far in advance. 

5. The Chocolate Angel Cafe and Tea Room - Plano or Richardson 

Quaint and sweet, this little cafe is everything you could want for a baby shower. They offer lunches and high tea, as well as after-hour options for special events. The vintage decor and sweet treats will make any mother-to-be smile, and you'll find that the owners take Southern hospitality to a whole new level. 

6. Gather in Downtown McKinney 

This place is sophisticated and downright beautiful, making it a wonderful event location for a celebration. Open gifts and dine under stunning crystal chandeliers, then wander around Downtown McKinney looking at the boutiques and coffee shops. It's not an especially large venue, but most baby showers will fit with ease inside the private space. 

7. Dolce Riviera - Dallas 

Dolce Riviera may be an Italian restaurant, but it does everything from brunch to dinner, all inside a tastefully-decorated space full of whites and blues. It's won awards for its excellence and menu, so you can rest assured that no guest will be disappointed in their experience. Visit their website today to make a reservation for a private event. 

8. Rosewood Mansion on Turtle Creek - Dallas

This historic location can fit any size of baby shower, from 10 people to 200. Check out small options like the Buford Suite or much larger selections like the Pavilion Ballroom and The Promenade. No matter which part of the rental you choose, the party will be memorable in a venue as pretty as this one. Browse all of their special occasion rooms, then request a proposal once you've found the one you like most. 


Have you thrown a baby shower in the area? Let us know if you have other recommendations in the comments!

Thankfully, this year's flu vaccine is working well. We are entering the worst of the flu season (now through February), but the CDC has reported that 90 percent of the flu cases they've tested have been of the milder variety. This means that the flu shot is doing a much better job of protecting people against the virus than it did last year. 

However, influenza isn't the only dangerous virus lurking around every unsanitized desk and doorknob. Emergency rooms and urgent cares are reporting increased numbers of respiratory viruses, and some of these (like RSV) can pose serious threats, especially to young children and the elderly. 

Serious respiratory viruses may start out with simple cold-like symptoms, and these can present themselves for one to two weeks. The real danger sets in when the respiratory infection leads to compromised lungs or other complications. 

If you find yourself coughing, sneezing and dealing with a variety of respiratory-related symptoms, here are the steps you need to take to ensure that things don't get any worse. 

1. Drink more than your usual amount of water. One of your best hopes is to flush the disease out of your system quickly. Stay away from dehydrating caffeinated and alcoholic beverages, and keep a water bottle close by at all times. 

2. Stay home from school or work. Not only do you want to avoid compromising the health of others, but you also need to rest as much as possible. This will prevent you from coughing too much and exhausting your body, which makes it difficult to heal quickly. 

3. Take a decongestant. Head to the drugstore and purchase an over-the-counter medication that will help prevent your illness from turning into a sinus infection or something more serious. If you need help picking the medication best-suited for your situation, be sure to talk to a pharmacist before choosing. 

4. Use a humidifier to moisten the air. When you can't stop coughing, dry air isn't your friend. Keep your bedroom moist to ease congestion while you sleep. 

5. Sleep as much as you can. Even if you think you're just dealing with a small cold that you can push through, rest is vital. Take care of yourself so that you can get back on your feet as quickly as possible. The last thing you want is to push your body past the point of healing without medical interference. 


Instructions sourced from Mayo Clinic. To learn more about respiratory viruses and what you can do to prevent or treat them, visit this link.