Getting chocolate wasted isn’t just a cute phrase, it’s a way of life. During this year’s Dallas Chocolate Festival, hundreds of chocolate lovers came together to explore the sweeter side of life. Beginning on Friday night with the red carpet premier of Bean to Bar: A Film About Artisan Chocolate, to Saturday’s Main Event and Sunday’s Hands on Workshops, this year’s festival was truly made for the most dedicated of chocoholics. Check out the highlights from this year’s 7th annual Dallas Chocolate Festival. Warning: The only way to be resuscitated from a chocolate coma is more chocolate. txMB
Avocado and Tequila Make it Official
Usually, I prefer for my avocado and tequila to keep a respectable distance. They may go to the same party, but they have different friends. One kicks it hardcore with tortilla chips, while the other is best buds with shot glasses, and limes. So, when I heard that there was an avocado margarita being served at Cantina Laredo I immediately thought a line was crossed? What were these two doing canoodling together? Happily this is a love affair that works. Recently launched at all Cantina Laredo’s, I decided to test out this new concoction at the 32-year-old Addison location. The margarita is made with 1800 Añejo Tequila with Midori Melon…
Lights, Camera, Action, Chocolate
Dark chocolate and caramel befriend dried deep red chili peppers is the kind of fiery love story that your sweet tooth always hoped for, but never knew existed. That’s just one of the sweet tales that came alive during the kick off for this year’s media kickoff event for the Dallas Chocolate Festival. Held upstairs at Whole Foods in Addison, several chocolate delighters and makers came together for a little indulgence. Confectioners and chocolatiers included Isabelly’s Chocolates and Sweet Treats, Dr. Sue’s Chocolate, Eileen’s Praline and Wackym’s Kitchen. During the evening Best of Big D 2016 Dessert Winner, Chef Gianni Santin of Haute Sweet Patisserie lured guests into chocolate charm…
Don’t Knock Next Door
Next Door Skimming through your standard bar menu “fried” is known to make a few appearances. It typically shares the spotlight with wings, cheese, burgers, and on extra special occasions, calamari. While I’ve always had an affinity for the usual suspects, it’s nice to see a new cast member every now and again. Enter, Next Door. Located on one of the busiest streets in Uptown, Mc Kinney Ave, it may take a few minutes to find Next Door. It’s not a sign that gives it away, but a large gold door knocker perched near the roof. Upon entrance into the two story lounge, you’ll notice it’s just one of many…
Park & Palate Returns for Year Two
After a successful first year, the piquant Park & Palate is back for another course. Set to be held on October 21 and 22, this year’s premier fundraising event for Klyde Warren Park will feature over 30 of the region’s most well-known and respected chefs. The culinary extravaganza kicked things off during the Park & Palate Preview on Monday, August 1st at Klyde Warren’s main restaurant, Savor Gastropub. Several star studded chefs were in attendance including Nilton Borges, Jr, Jason Dady, John Tesar, Dean Fearing and Kent Rathbun. During the preview chefs and media tasted and voted on their favorite dessert using wine corks given out upon entering. It may…
How to AM with Two Bosses
Anything happening before 2PM on a Saturday or Sunday means morning in my mind. The best part of those “mornings” are the many edible options this town so lovingly has to offer. For a moment in time, mimosas flow like water and breakfast tacos of all kinds become your tried and true dogma. We refer to these magical hours as brunch. It’s not the easiest thing in the world to join the brunch bandwagon in this city. Competition is steep, but Dos Jefes is attempting to pull this thing off. Previously known as the popular eatery, Nick and Sams Grill Uptown, owners Joseph Palladino and Nate Paul have completely revised the…
Chef’s for Farmers Mix-Off 2016 Recap
Chef’s for Farmers Cocktail and Sous Chef Mix-Off 2016 Another Chefs for Farmers event, goes off without a hitch. During this year’s Chef’s for Farmers Cocktail and Sous Chef Mix-Off, guests enjoyed creative bites and booze while feasting on the music and views from DEC on Dragon. A savory, soft, pork tongue tamale, made with fresh masa, sweet corn avocado and chiles from Tony Ibarra of Small Brewpub easily won me over. I even managed to shimmy my way back downstairs for a second forking towards the end of the evening. Meanwhile upstairs, Uchi served up a smoking kabob with tender sweetbreads and beef. Sarah Green from the Joule upgraded…
The Sidewalk Café Experience
Sidewalk Cafe “Had I known you served food like this, I would have been coming here. I’m a little disappointed.” She grinned, happily forking down once more on her lightly seared ahi tuna. It wasn’t long after that she began plotting her next visit to the café around the corner from her apartment. Sidewalk Café is just the right amount of cozy, quaint meets sass. Perfectly located in Addison Circle, the vibe is friendly and welcoming. It’s not your everyday café. A person could come in for a cup of coffee, and leave having enjoyed a fabulous glass of wine, live music or even a little karaoke. The restaurant is…
Mudhen Celebrates their Official Grand Opening
Massive chalkboards line either side of the space, listing in bold white letters, a multitude of vegetables. The eatery is clean, open, and earthy. If nature had a kitchen, this is what it would feel like. For their official grand opening, the new Farmers Market restaurant, Mudhen Meat and Greens hosted a fundraiser benefiting The Bridge, a homeless recovery center. During the event guests had the opportunity to taste a few of the farm fresh options being dished out daily. The collard spring rolls had a spontaneous rhythm which mixed crispy textures from the cabbage and carrots with slick kelp noodles and creamy avocado with a tart, sweet vinaigrette. Kale…
Iron Fork 2016 Recap
Bigger, better and more food than ever, Iron Fork 2016 simply salivated this year. In case you missed it, here’s a look back at this year’s event.