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Taste Addison turns up the flavor to celebrate 30 delicious years

Spring in North Texas means Taste Addison, the beloved festival that turns Addison Circle Park into a foodie and music-lover's paradise for one special weekend.

This year, that's April 25-27, and the event also marks Taste Addison's 30th anniversary. So of course the festival is doing it up big with a vibrant blend of culinary delights, musical performances, and artistic experiences, offering an unforgettable weekend for attendees of all ages.

Tasty bites
Come hungry to Taste Addison, because the area's top restaurants are bringing their best samples and full-sized dishes in a variety of cuisines. Festival-goers can satisfy all palates by exploring several dedicated food areas:

Texas Lottery Chow Hall: An outdoor dining hall with over a dozen food stalls offering signature dishes and "Taste Bites."
Tasty Truck Stop: A selection of sweet and savory options from various food trucks, conveniently located next to the Bite-Sized Backyard.
Pop-Up Restaurants: Experience the ambiance and flavors of Addison's restaurants through both indoor and outdoor pop-up venues.
WorldEats Street: A culinary journey offering tastes from Thailand, Mexico City, the Islands, and more.
Tasting Hut: Enjoy complimentary samples from various exhibitors, vendors, and restaurants.

Find the full food line-up here.

Beverage experiences
Complementing the food offerings are several ways to sip, savor, gulp, and guzzle:

The Lawn: A dedicated area for beer enthusiasts to enjoy a selection of brews — features a great view of the Main Stage, too.
Speakeasy: A hidden gem offering spirits and food; purchase a flight to discover the password for entry.
Corkyard: An area where attendees can enjoy wine pours accompanied by live entertainment.
Mocktail Demonstrations: Beyond the Bar will host unique alcohol-free mocktail demos throughout the weekend, complete with free samples.
Perfect Pair: This ticketed experience takes you on a 45-minute pairing session of chocolate and whiskey, sponsored by Yelibelly Chocolates and OKI Bourbon— what could be better?

Sunday brunch
On Sunday, indulge in a three-course brunch menu paired with brunch cocktails. The experience includes access to a cigar lounge, private bar, and indoor restrooms.

Musical performances
The festival's Main Stage has an exciting lineup of musical acts planned, including Silversun Pickups, Hoobastank, and Wade Bowen.

Additionally, the NRG WorldBeats Stage will feature cultural performances from talented musicians and artists, showcasing a diverse array of cultures.

Photo courtesy of Taste Addison

Taste Addison's 30th anniversary festival is April 25-27.

Family-friendly activities
Activities for everyone await:

Carnival and Midway: Enjoy classic rides and games located in the Conference Centre parking lot and on Festival Way.
Sip & Stroll Art Walk: See the work of some of the region's most talented artists.
Studio 24 Silent Disco: Dance to music from live DJs with provided headphones in this unique experience.
Cultural Performances: Experience diverse performances on the WorldBeats Stage.
Blue Dot Spot: Jugglers, fire artists, puppets, magicians, and more will appear to amaze and entertain.
BlackBox 30: Watch alluring silk aerialists move to the resonating sounds of live jazz.
Shoppers Row: Browse apparel, jewelry, specialty food items, and so much more.
Bite-Sized Backyard: A dedicated area for children featuring interactive activities and entertainment.

Stay a while
Looking to extend your experience? Hotel packages are available, with each stay including four general admission tickets and a commemorative 30-year Taste Addison poster.

Get your tickets
Tickets are on sale now, with presale prices set at $10 for adults, $5 for kids, and $20 for a weekend pass.

At the gate, tickets are $15 for adults and $8 for kids. Something major to note: Weekend passes, VIP 3-Day, and group tickets are not available at the gate.

Special promotions include a $3 discount on admission with the donation of three canned goods, benefiting Metrocrest Services, and half-off admission for veterans. Additionally, all kids aged 6-12 enjoy free admission on Sunday.

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Movie Review

Supergirl loses the sense of fun that Superman brought to DC Comics films

Photo courtesy of DC Studios and Warner Bros. Pictures

Milly Alcock in Supergirl.

The new Superman in 2025 brought with a renewed sense of optimism for, if not the concept of the comic book movie, then at least the DC Comics universe. After more than a decade of DC films that felt mostly creatively bankrupt, the leadership of James Gunn gave the story a sense of fun. That included the brief introduction of Kara Zor-El, aka Supergirl, who’s now getting her own showcase in, naturally, Supergirl.

When we first met her in Superman, Supergirl was in rough shape, arriving at the Fortress of Solitude visibly inebriated. Nothing has changed at the beginning of this film, save for her aimlessly traveling around the universe with her rambunctious dog, Krypto. One of her random stops puts her in the same bar as Ruthye (Eve Ridley), who is looking for help tracking down Krem (Matthias Schoenaerts) and a group known as the Brigands after they brutally murdered her family.

Kara is initially loath to offer aid, but when Krem shoots a poison dart into Krypto while escaping, her motivation goes way up, especially since Krem holds the antidote. Kara, with Ruthye doggedly following her, uses every means available to her to find Krem, a journey that is hampered by galaxies having different colored suns than the one that gives her powers, the yellow sun.

Directed by Craig Gillespie and written by Ana Nogueira, the film is a big step back in the fun category, not least because Supergirl is deep in her feelings for much of the film. Her personal trauma, which is detailed in occasional flashbacks, gives a reason for her depression, but fails to land fully. The story seems to want everyone to be sad, as it includes a child trafficking ring and multiple instances of families being murdered.

Milly Alcock and Krypto in Supergirl.Photo courtesy of Warner Bros. Pictures

To try to counteract that downer material, the filmmakers give Supergirl many opportunities to show off her fighting skills. While still CGI-heavy, the action scenes contain enough of a semblance of reality that they feel exciting. Unfortunately, this is undercut by the inclusion of several slow-motion sequences, giving the impression that the filmmakers didn’t trust the actors to deliver the goods on a consistent basis.

Superman (David Corenswet) makes a handful of appearances in the film, and while his presence is welcome given how well the character came across in the previous movie, it also doesn’t allow Supergirl to become her own person. Almost everything she does is colored by either her cousin or her parents, and since her powers are identical to those of Superman, there is very little that makes her story unique aside from how she’s dealing with the fallout.

Alcock (House of the Dragon, Sirens) gives an appealing performance despite her character being drunk and/or moody most of the time. She definitely sells what Supergirl is going through, so if given a better story in a future film, she’s proven her capability. Schoenaerts makes for a pretty good villain, although he’s aided by a look that includes a face full of studs. Jason Momoa has a memorable supporting role as the bounty hunter Lobo, even if his character doesn’t add much to the story.

While not a full-on disaster, Supergirl does not continue the momentum that Superman started. With a story that’s more concerned with showing audiences death scenes than a hero saving people, the film doesn’t seem to understand the appeal of a character like Supergirl or how to make her someone audiences will return to over and over again.

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Supergirl is now playing in theaters.

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