Sydni Ellis
Sydni Ellis is a freelance writer whose work has appeared in HuffPost,
SheKnows, Motherly, Romper, POPSUGAR, and other publications focused
on lifestyle, entertainment, parenting, and wellness. She has a Master
of Journalism from the University of North Texas and a Best Mama award
from her three little boys (at least, that’s what she thinks the
scribbled words on the card say). When she isn’t busy singing along to
Disney movies and catching her husband up on the latest celebrity
gossip, she can almost always be found with a good book and an iced
coffee in hand.
10 places to take guests if you want them to fall in love with North Texas
| August 7, 2025
Community | CULTURE | DALLAS | DFW | ENTERTAINMENT | food and drink | FORT WORTH | HARDGATE | THINGS TO DO
A visitor’s guide to 10 must-see spots in North Texas that make it stand out as one of the coolest places in the country. “I’m from Dallas,” I say with a smile when someone asks about my hometown. I can’t help it—growing up in North Texas evokes some of the happiest memories of my life. […]
11 places that prove Plano is anything but plain
| July 30, 2025
Community | CULTURE | DFW | ENTERTAINMENT | food and drink | HARDGATE | LIFESTYLE | outdoor recreation | plano | recreation | TEXAS | THINGS TO DO
As one of the fastest-growing cities in the country, there are so many things to do in Plano, Texas. Check out 11 of our favorite activities.
The best BBQ in DFW, according to Yelp
| July 16, 2025
Discover eight spots serving the best BBQ in DFW, all of which come highly recommended by Yelpers.
Where to go paddleboarding around Dallas-Fort Worth
| June 24, 2025
Community | CULTURE | DALLAS | DFW | DFW Lead Story | ENTERTAINMENT | FORT WORTH | HARDGATE | paddleboading | THINGS TO DO
Explore DFW on the water by going to one of these cool paddleboarding locations, many of which offer board rentals.
20 Fourth of July fireworks shows across DFW
| June 20, 2025
Discover 20 Fourth of July fireworks shows around the Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex on or before July 4.
Get a taste of all 28 Michelin Star Restaurants in DFW
| June 9, 2025
Community | CULTURE | DALLAS | DFW | DFW Lead Story | DFW RESTAURANTS | food and drink | FORT WORTH | HARDGATE | LIFESTYLE | THINGS TO DO
Visit these Michelin Star restaurants in Dallas-Fort Worth for a truly decadent dining experience.