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Dean Jackson

Dean Jackson

Whatzup Features Writer

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The union of el Azteca and Tropic Chicken is going smoothly.

Tropic Chicken, el Azteca melding well

I must make a confession. Before last week, I didn’t know the difference between a torta and a tortoise. After visiting a local Mexican restaurant, I can tell you at least […]
Crowds will again gather at Wayne and Calhoun streets for BuskerFest on Saturday, May 20.

Buskers take to streets for your entertainment

Creative. Unconventional. Unique. Quirky.  It’s BuskerFest — a celebration of the street performer and a festival of the unexpected.  You could say it’s like a circus without a tent.  The […]
Arcos Restaurante Mexicano has opened at 7510 Winchester Road.

Arcos opens shop in original Bandidos

After months of renovation, Arcos Restaurante Mexicano is back in a storied venue. Arcos operated a popular north-side eatery at 2868 Dupont Road for five years. This month, the family-owned […]

Options for Cinco de Mayo, Mother’s Day

We’ve had plenty of April showers, but now that it’s May, we have Cinco de Mayo, Mother’s Day, and Memorial Day to look forward to. Even if you aren’t of […]
Kyle and Kaylie Snodgrass will hold the grand opening of Rough Draft Taproom,1833 N. Wells St., on May 3.

Smooth operators open Rough Draft Taproom

The slogan, “When you’re here, you’re family,” might already be taken, but it could just as well fit for the new establishment opening on Wells Street, Rough Draft Taproom. The […]
You can now sit down and enjoy Bravas' cuisine at their new spot.

Bravas among restaurants now open

Just in time for spring, several restaurants have been sprouting up across the Summit City to give diners even more options. The most anticipated of the bunch is Bravas moving […]
You can find authentic Mexican cuisine at Isabel’s Tacos at 13329 Main St. in Grabill.

Authentic Mexican eatery nestled in Grabill

One of the best parts of doing this column are the surprises — being delighted when I find things when I am not even looking for them. Many times, I […]
Parkview Field will come alive when the TinCaps open their home season on April 11,

TinCaps have bases covered this season

This time of year is like Christmas for Fort Wayne TinCaps Vice President and General Manager Mike Nutter as he counts down the days toward a new season.  The anticipation […]
There will be plenty of new options at Parkview Field this summer.

TinCaps hit home run with new food

Since 1993, minor league baseball has been a summer staple in Fort Wayne, beginning with the Wizards then the TinCaps. The sights and sounds are as much a part of […]