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Frances Grinsfelder
Big D!
Yelping is a habit, if I want it I grab it
Interests: bee-bopping, daydreaming, unicorns, and ice cold beer
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May is such an exciting time of the year. Flowers bloom, the snow melts, people sit on the patio, and there's another Secret Supper! This May, the new and raved-about restaurant, Central Bistro & Bar welcomed 50 exuberant Denver diners... Continue reading
Posted 2 days ago at Yelp Community Blog
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When the moon hits your eyes like a big pizza pie...That's Yelpore! What a wonderful evening spent at Italian eatery, Piatti Ristorante & Bar, for Yelp Denver's April Secret Supper. Denver yelpers were privy to a abundant menu bursting with... Continue reading
Posted May 11, 2013 at Yelp Community Blog
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When Denver got word of this marvelous movie theatre - The Alamo Drafthouse - that serves a bevvy of local and not-so local brews alike alongside blockbuster new releases and cult classics, like Rocky Horror Picture Show and The Three... Continue reading
Posted May 9, 2013 at Yelp Community Blog
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A snow blizzard of Antarctic force couldn't keep the Denver Elites down. On one particularly white Sunday an amazing elite event was planned for 50 lucky elites and it looked as though, even an elite wasn't worth the drive through... Continue reading
Posted Apr 2, 2013 at Yelp Community Blog
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Yelp Secret Supper made a reappearance at Euclid Hall for the first Secret Supper, er, Brunch this year! Guests were graciously greeted with a complimentary Republic Tequila cocktail that Vicki P describes as a "perfect brunch drink since I couldn't... Continue reading
Posted Mar 30, 2013 at Yelp Community Blog
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The Ides of March Madness Mania are upon us and Boy – did Yelp Denver have a blast celebrating the exciting sports season with the newest restaurant to hit the infamous Larimer Square scene – Tom's Urban 24!? The answer... Continue reading
Posted Mar 26, 2013 at Yelp Community Blog
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In honor of Denver's ski scene and everyone out there itching to sport their best neon ski suits, Yelp Denver hosted 2013's first elite event: Yelp's Ski School elite event at new and über popular bowling alley, restaurant, and bar... Continue reading
Posted Feb 6, 2013 at Yelp Community Blog
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Because we are ending this kick-ass year with a BANG! It was only appropriate that Yelp Dallas hosted its first ever 2012 Dallas Elite Yelpy Awards! 13 beloved elites walked home with the first ever Yelpy Award. That's right –... Continue reading
Posted Dec 27, 2012 at Yelp Community Blog
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Going to the movies can be one of the biggest pleasures in life. There is nothing quite like the feeling of getting amped up for that movie you've been dying to see, kicking back, munching on some popcorn, and cuddling... Continue reading
Posted Dec 12, 2012 at Yelp Community Blog
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Let's hear it for one of the best burger joints in town! Smashburger’s newest Dallas location invited 35 lucky yelpers for a tasting round of 8 different dishes ranging from burgers and fries to salads and chicken sandwiches before the... Continue reading
Posted Dec 3, 2012 at Yelp Community Blog
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Soaring high above Dallas, the elite squad gathered atop the Hilton Anatole on the 27th floor to celebrate the opening of the highly anticipated, SER Steak + Spirits Elite Event. Donning their fanciest frocks and happiest smiles, the amazing Dallas... Continue reading
Posted Nov 5, 2012 at Yelp Community Blog
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Forget reading, writing, and arithmetic, Dallas Elite Yelpers had a different idea of getting Back to...Cool! ZICO, Dewar's, Urban Taco, and DJG all came together for a fantastic event at the uber chic rooftop pool venue at the Mockingbird Station... Continue reading
Posted Oct 2, 2012 at Yelp Community Blog
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Yelp Dallas Elites cheered on our beloved Major League Soccer Team, FC Dallas to a victorious end of a successful season and into the MLS finals! What an honor it was to be escorted throughout the beautiful FC Dallas Stadium's... Continue reading
Posted Sep 24, 2012 at Yelp Community Blog
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In the words of those four quirky characters we've all learned to love, "Lions, Tigers, and Bears...Oh My! This past Thursday it was "Free screening, drinks, and food...Oh My!" Historical gem, the Texas Theatre graciously opened its doors to us... Continue reading
Posted Aug 27, 2012 at Yelp Community Blog
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Last Thursday, July 28th, Dallas Elites united at the newly opened Olivella's for a Late Night Extravaganza Pajama Party. Once the clock struck 10pm, pajama-clad Yelpers dined on delicious pies, lasagna and sandwich samplers while sipping on some sensational sangria,... Continue reading
Posted Jul 31, 2012 at Yelp Community Blog
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In case you wondering where everyone was last Thursday night - they were all getting their Grease Lightning on at Yelp Dallas's Summer Lovin' Yelper Event. The event rang in a sock-hopping, hand-jiving, 50's lovin' good time for over 600... Continue reading
Posted Jun 14, 2012 at Yelp Community Blog
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Deep Ellum: One of those rare neighborhoods that exudes both orignality and sustainability. Through the years the spunky spread of shops, restaurants, music venues, studios, venues, and more has served as a visual timeline for Dallas. From the early hay... Continue reading
Posted May 23, 2012 at Yelp Community Blog
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For most, May 6th marks that hard day after Cinco De Mayo - a Mexican holiday that America chooses to celebrate by a day of sombreros, margaritas, and tequila shots. With the impending Yelp's Passport to Deep Ellum, Yelp Dallas... Continue reading
Posted May 8, 2012 at Yelp Community Blog
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Last Sunday, Dallas Elites were exposed to the finer things in life at The Capital Grille housed in one of the most beautiful structures in Dallas – the Crescent. From being graciously greeted with signature cocktails like the Stoli Doli... Continue reading
Posted May 3, 2012 at Yelp Community Blog
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The warm rays of the Texas sun descended on us a little early this past spring Saturday as the Dallas Elite Squad was summoned to the 4-month old, first Dallas local brewery - Deep Ellum Brewing Company. The brand-spanking new... Continue reading
Posted Apr 3, 2012 at Yelp Community Blog
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Last week, Dallasites imbibed on a dime all over North Texas's most happening bars and restaurants. From February 27th - March 4th the rocking roster of local businesses offered elixirs, brews, and vino at 50% off. After a week of... Continue reading
Posted Mar 6, 2012 at Yelp Community Blog
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Ahoy, Mates! The Love Boat Dallas docked at Port Cedar Springs and exclusively invited the Dallas Elites to strap on their life preserver, step into their top siders, don their best tourist, floral shirt, and climb aboard the mighty Yelp... Continue reading
Posted Feb 10, 2012 at Yelp Community Blog
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If there is one thing Yelpers love it's friends, fun, and free food! Zoës Kitchen in Fairview, Texas fulfilled these North Texas Elite's wishes and much more. The week-old, brand spanking new location opened their doors and rolled out the... Continue reading
Posted Jan 30, 2012 at Yelp Community Blog
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'Twas the Yelp before Christmas and all through the bar, the event was bumping and way above par. The stocking nametags were displayed all pretty and fare. In hopes the Best Santa Hat title would soon be theirs. For the... Continue reading
Posted Dec 19, 2011 at Yelp Community Blog
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North Texas is all a buzz with Yelp chatter! So, we find it only fitting we get in on all the Yelp activity growing like wildfire. The beautiful 'burb of Southlake is abudndant with stellar local businesses, such as Stir... Continue reading
Posted Dec 2, 2011 at Yelp Community Blog