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Johnson & Wales' Renowned Chef Peter Reinhart Teaches New D.R. Horton Homeowners How To Use Their Gourmet Kitchens

CHARLOTTE, N.C. - D.R. Horton, Inc. (NYSE: DHI), the largest homebuilder in the United States, and Johnson & Wales University have joined forces to bring a special offer to new D.R. Horton homeowners. D.R. Horton will extend their "free gourmet kitchen" promotion to include a free cooking class at Johnson & Wales University.

Peter Reinhart, published author and renowned chef, will conduct the special cooking class at Johnson & Wales University. Offered to new D.R. Horton homeowners, Reinhart will be teaching techniques from his popular book, American Pie: My Search for the Perfect Pizza.

The first hands-on cooking class is May 12 and will help D.R. Horton homeowners cook like professionals in their new gourmet kitchen, which comes complete with granite countertops, granite backsplash and stainless steel appliances. Interested participants are encouraged to visit www.ilovemydrhortonhome.com for full details.

Since 1989 D.R. Horton has held a leading role in the Charlotte area, building traditional neighborhoods in some of the most desirable areas throughout the region. D.R. Horton, Inc., America’s Builder, is the largest homebuilder in the United States, delivering more than 43,000 homes in its fiscal year ended September 30, 2004. Founded in 1978 in Fort Worth, Texas, D.R. Horton has expanded its presence to include 63 markets in 21 states in the Midwest, Mid-Atlantic, Southeast, Southwest and Western regions of the United States. The Company is engaged in the construction and sale of high quality homes with sales prices ranging from $80,000 to over $900,000. D.R. Horton also provides mortgage financing and title services for homebuyers through its mortgage and title subsidiaries. For more information, visit the company website at drhorton-charlotte.com.