Karen Eubank

Karen is a senior columnist at Candy’s Media and has been writing stories since she could hold a crayon. She is a globe-trotting, history-loving eternal optimist who would find it impossible to live well without dogs, Tex-Mex, and dark chocolate. She covers luxury properties and historic preservation for Candys Dirt.

Best of 2021: The Most Beautiful Spanish Revival in Dallas

By Karen Eubank / December 27, 2021 /

[Editor’s Note: While the CandysDirt.com team takes a hot minute this holiday season to recharge the ol’ Energizers, we’re serving up our very favorite stories from 2021. Enjoy!] Karen: This home is not just beautiful, it’s also one of the most architecturally significant houses in Dallas. It will take a buyer with class, intelligence, and a heart for…

Dallas’ Historic Preservation Wins And Losses of 2021

By Karen Eubank / December 23, 2021 /

It’s the time of year when we look back and cross our fingers to see if our historic preservation wins outweighed our losses in 2021. Indeed there were some fine saves, but equally, there were gutting losses. The question must continually be asked: Why is the demolition of our history a choice that is made?…

This Preston Hollow Traditional is Business in The Front And a Party in The Back

By Karen Eubank / December 20, 2021 /

Who doesn’t love a good mullet? I’ve always loved the phrase, “business in the front, party in the back.” The saying, which normally describes a haircut that is close around the face but allows its locks to fall freely in the back perfectly describes this Preston Hollow traditional home.  The phrase, which was turned in…

Thoughtful Last-Minute Gifts from Talulah & HESS

By Karen Eubank / December 20, 2021 /

As much as we all love next-day delivery, there’s nothing better than stopping in for a visit at your favorite store. Especially when on the hunt for thoughtful last-minute gift ideas. While those last few names on your holiday shopping list can feel like a challenge, Talulah & Hess in East Dallas is here to…

The East Quarter: A Lesson in Restoration And Adaptive Reuse

By Karen Eubank / December 16, 2021 /

Sometimes it takes a village to create change. Sometimes it only takes two people with a passion. For Dallas’ downtown core, many who are close to the project know that without Reggie Graham and Patrick Todd, we would not have the East Quarter, the hottest new neighborhood in Dallas. Let’s start at the beginning. About…