Clark Griswold from the “Christmas Vacation” movie would be jealous of the Christmas lights in Arlington.

Because today’s guest has led the nationally ranked Interlochen Christmas Lights Display in Arlington for the past 15 years, many people call Ralph Sobel “Mr. Christmas.”

He leads the fabulous Christmas tour, which was rated #8 in the nation by PEOPLE MAGAZINE. Check out the details:

· 50th year of this glorious event

· Tour of 200 homes lighted for the Christmas season

· 2-mile trail

· 7 of the original families from 50 years ago still participate in the tradition

· No two homes’ decorations are the same

Check out the “Griswold House” that is as over the top as the “Christmas Vacation” movie, and realize that two of that homeowner’s neighbors are equally competitive to win “The Griswold Award.

Some neighbors were so over-the-top that their next-door neighbor created a sign that read “Ditto,” with an arrow pointing to the lavishly decorated house.

Welcome to 15 on Fridays with Fletch. We trust you’ll join in the festive Christmas season even though our temperatures are in the 70s!

Martha Stewart Weddings, Bride Magazine, the New York Times, and Best of D Magazine all rave about this magnificent Dallas-based caterer, Jordan Swim, owner of Vestal’s Catering.

Discover how his immaculate attention to detail has led him to become the caterer of choice for the Cattle Baron’s Ball, Jewel Charity, and more – serving at over FIVE THOUSAND events per year.

Learn why clients choose him for once-in-a-lifetime events, corporate events, and massive weddings. Much of his success began with a party featuring then-Dallas Cowboy Tony Romo and his date at the time, Jessica Simpson. You’ll appreciate why a large 2,500-person event might have up to 250 servers and an on-site kitchen that Jordan and his team created.

Welcome to 15 on Fridays with Fletch with caterer extraordinaire – Jordan Swim.

15 on Fridays with Fletch highlights the secrets behind the success of Velvet Taco, Pei Wei, Eatzi's Market and Bakery, and many more, by Mark Brezinski, called Dallas’ Father of Fast Casual Dining.

The most successful restaurants embody a blend of:

1. Curiosity

2. Courage

3. Conviction

4. Capital

5. Commitment

Watch the video to discover how the SAUCES, EXPERIENTIAL ELEMENTS, and UNIQUE FLAVORS AND TEXTURES distinguish these concepts from the competition.

Pei Wei offers an experiential dining experience, cooking meals in giant woks right before your eyes, allowing you to hear the sizzle and enjoy the enticing aroma.

Don't miss his new book: Food Fight!