District Food and Wine – 5 Stars Buttery salmon, mouthwatering burgers and the type of truffle mac and cheese that makes me question if I’ve actually been eating real mac and cheese or cheesy, noodled piles of nothingness. Located in the Design District, District Food and Wine proves that you can eat in merriment without spending a mint. Nothing on the menu is over 16 bucks. Hours can be a little tricky here, so, if you do develop a craving for their grub, be sure to see if they’re open for business. Nothing worse than getting a hankering for something, only to find out they’re closed for the day. $$…
A Q & A with Executive Chef Tysun Thomas of Steel
On April 27th a much loved dining destination reopened its doors. Having been around for nearly 20 years, Steel has reemerged from eatery ashes. With a refreshed artistic interior and “loungey” feel, Steel has definitely spruced up their space. But, the changes haven’t stopped there. Enter new Executive Chef Tysun Thomas. Cooking new life into the menu, here are a few things to know about Steel’s Le Cordon Bleu Chef. What drew you to Steel? I wanted to share my gifts with an established restaurant like Steel because of my passion for Asian cuisine and the culture, also I have a high regard for the intricacy of making sushi and…
Our Top 5 Picks from Iron Fork Were Top Notch
Despite the bizarre early-morning hail and the nip in the air, the Dallas Observer’s Iron Fork competition still had a solid showing of folks eager to sample signature dishes and drinks from establishments all over the Metroplex. This is a well-organized and worthwhile event, for anyone looking to tantalize their tastebuds without trampling their wallet. With over 40 restaurants bringing their A-game and many “adult” beverages thrown into the mix, it was hard to choose a favorite dish. So we’re going to count down our top five eats and sweets from this year’s event. 5 Hash House A Go Go – Meatloaf Burger Hash House has been on my…
What to Order at the new Cinco Taco Bar
$$ What to order- I’m a sucker for a good pastor taco and this one is exceptionally tasty. It’s made with grilled pineapple, cilantro and toasted cheese. Also worth a little of your taco time are the barbacoa and thinly sliced and griddled rib eye tacos. Don’t skimp on the margaritas, they are poured nice and tight. Where to find them– 7949 Walnut Hill Ln Ste 130 Dallas, TX 75230 Phone- (469) 567-3319 That whole parking thing – Preston Hollow Village has a rather large lot, so you should have no issue with finding a spot.
T Blancos is a Taste of the Unexpected
T Blancos, 4.3 Stars Bite after bite, there was one word that kept coming to mind after diving fork first into each dish: Unexpected. From frozen Crown and Cokes to their apple slaw laced in cilantro, poblano peppers and zesty lime, T Blancos is definitely here to make taste buds ponder. For their second location, T Blancos decided to go big in Addison. They occupy the building that once belonged to popular lounge and restaurant, Button’s. The space was completely revitalized, there’s even talks of adding an upstairs patio. Having never visited T Blancos’ original location in Lakeport, Texas, I wasn’t sure what to expect from the eatery. Still, I…
Dallas Arboretum’s Food and Wine Festival was an Escapade of Taste and Beauty
Visiting the Dallas Arboretum already feels like an escape. Blooms and blooms of flowers and greenery, plus views of White Rock Lake. It’s easy to think that you’ve left the city, with no plans on returning. On March 16th, the Dallas Arboretum hosted their first ever Dallas Food and Wine Festival, taking food and vino lovers on an international culinary adventure that they won’t soon forget. A backdrop of over 500,000 spring blooming flowers greeted event goers to the sold out affair as they traipsed the grounds, with navy blue and gold passports in hand. The adventure was categorized by four different regions: Pan Asian, South American, American Bistro and…
A Glimpse Inside Lunch at the Eberhard
The Eberhard $-$$ What to order– Go during lunch on Fridays. Order the Cowboy Burger, Spicy Sausage Flatbread. Sip on The Lilly and The Pin Up. Where to find them- 52107 N Henderson Ave, Dallas, TX 75206 Phone- (214) 821-1100 That whole parking thing- The parking lot is fairly small so you should probably valet.
Six Local Treats for Last Minute Holiday Gifts
By now you’ve probably been so bombarded by holiday shopping ads that whenever someone strikes up a conversation you begin hearing Jingle Bells. For those Last Minute Lonnie’s such as myself, you may not have gotten all of your holiday purchases out of the way just yet. But even if you have, check out a few of these local treats for gift giving ideas. If all else fails, you can keep it for yourself. Happy holidays, from you to you. Dallas Caramel Company Upon sampling caramel from Dallas Caramel Company for the first time I witnessed a man close his eyes and dance in place with excitement. With…
A Glimpse into Cold Weather Dining at Abacus
Abacus 5 Stars The cold weather finally feels like it’s here to stay, but even if it isn’t the need for comfort food is. Abacus has answered that need with a mouthwatering fall/winter menu. Once again, I’ve decided that moving a mattress into the bar wouldn’t be such a bad idea. Take a look, but please do not drool on your droid. TXmb
The Return to Foodie Wonderland Part 1
twirled my fork in the pesto pasta, slipped the tainted green noodles into my mouth and chewed. Satisfying, sure. But, I knew that it had happened again. After attending Chefs For Farmers for another year I’d become a food prude. You may have already read how incredible Chefs For Farmers was this year, well, allow me to reiterate this fact again. This year, I had the delicious opportunity to experience both the Street Food Night Market on Saturday evening, and The Main Event held on Sunday. Held outdoors in the Design District, upon entering, my whole body turned into a taste bud. I began light, yet robust with New Orleans…