Getting out of town doesn’t always mean hoping on a plane. Sometimes you just need a getaway that feels far away without the matching price tag. So grab a few friends and make your way to a little town called Denton. Primarily known for cheap shots and college kids sporting Mean Green attire, one could easily dismiss Denton as being a party town for students. And while that’s true, this place still has more to offer than just Jell-O shots and freshman angst. To that avail, a few foodie pals and myself decided to descend upon the town and grub and sip our way through it. Before beginning our rendezvous…
A Peak at Big Beat Dallas
In a couple of weeks you will have the option of eating true Texan style brisket 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. That includes after a late night of boozing and Bankhead Bouncing. The moment you flap your eyes open on any given day at any given time, tender, smoky brisket will be possible. Let that sink in for a second. Or better yet, get up and get yourself some brisket at this very moment, just because you can. Specializing in “Old Stove” recipes, Texas Jam House isn’t just dishing out brisket 24 hours a day, they’ve got a variety of classic Texas dishes. Including a meatloaf…
Pinstack Let’s You Fall in Love at First Flight
Just because Valentine’s Day is over, doesn’t mean you can’t still celebrate the love in your life. Grab a toast with the one you appreciate the most at Pinstack. Now throughout the end of February, all Pinstack locations across DFW are offering a wine lovers dream with Love at First Flight. For only $20 you will both partake in two matching wine flights with three tastings for each of you and an extra special dessert. And, if you really want to find out if you and your sugarfoot compatible, take the test. Choose your favorite wine from the flight then mark the combination which most accurately describes your relationship. Are you…
Sushi Marquee is an Edible Love Letter to the 80s
Sushi Marquee 4 Stars The best things that ever happened, happened in the 80s and early 90s. From the creepily joyful delight of Teddy Ruxpin to a few not so well matched high schoolers dancing across their library on a Saturday morning during detention. And let us never forget the iconic throaty laughter of a comedian named Eddie Murphy whose timely humor and bs behavior could be seen in a variety of action packed hits during the era. Combine all of those fuzzy feelings from the 80s and early 90s with sake and chopsticks plus a patio that’s like totally rad and you’ve entered Sushi Marquee. Located inside Jerry…
1991 Makes a Comeback at Sambuca’s Uptown
In 1991 clothes were extra loud and colorful. Robert De Niro was an incensed villain in the remake of Cape Fear. And, a cute little place called Sambuca’s that married jazz with delicious food was making its debut. Nearly 30 years later, this not so little restaurant is still drawing people in and celebrating like its 1991 with $19.91 specials. Throughout January the original Sambuca’s in Uptown Dallas is drawing folks in for a taste of what makes them special. The restaurant is serving a three course meal with your choice of salad, entrée and dessert for the price of $19.91. Start your trip back to the 90s with the…
Black Bites and Booze DFW 2017
From pudding that leaves you smiling to crab legs that leave you craving, DFW has the privilege of being home to some of the tastiest Black Owned Businesses in the Metroplex. Each business featured in this guide is not only mouthwatering, but passionate. The passion can be tasted when sipping a Pain Killer and licking your jerk chicken covered fingers while dining at The Island Spot, or when smearing your croissant with peach cobbler jelly from MaDear’s. You are tasting a story. You are tasting love. Grab your fork and journey with Brandi’s Foodie Diary, The EATs Blog and myself to explore some of the best Black Bites and Booze…
The Art of Envy at One90 Smoked Meats
One90 Smoked Meats – 5 Stars Ten minutes, and a platter. That’s all it took to gain your uncle’s title as pit master. Now officially the reigning champ, you’ve become a hero AKA Smoked Meat God. As the honey baked ham and fried turkey languish in sadness and abandonment, everyone is raving over your smoked brisket. So seasoned, so smoky, and so tender it can be eaten with a spoon. Your uncle now hates you. One90 Smoked Meats isn’t really a barbeque joint in the traditional sense, but more of a smoked meat boutique. They’re not just throwing baby back ribs and their cheddar cheese oozing house poblano sausage on…
Whisked Away at Whisk Crepes Cafe
Whisk Crepes Cafe – 4.5 Stars My first experience with crepes came by way of the 24 hour Dallas eatery, Buzzbrews and their Flying Chicken Crepe. Ideal for a first time “creper”, it is a mixture of fresh spinach, tomato, onion and portabella mushrooms pan sautéed with marinated grilled chicken, rolled into a homemade crepe with mozzarella cheese, then topped off with poblano cream sauce. Eventually my infatuation with this crepe ran its course. In search of another crepe experience, I was none too thrilled about the eggy or sugar filled small thin pancakes that so often appeared on breakfast and brunch menus. And so, the search ended. Then a…
Brunch with a Soundtrack at Sambuca’s Uptown
Sambuca’s Uptown – 3.7 Stars Blackened shrimp and grits with a side of sax. Paired with a few mimosas, it’s not a bad way to enjoy your food. With their latest menu, Sambuca’s Uptown is providing a soundtrack to the weekend’s most beloved meal. Don’t expect a lot of fills when it comes to the brunch selections at Sambuca’s. For the most part, this menu gets straight to the point with house made granola parfaits, eggs benedict and breakfast tacos. Those looking for a little twist to the classics will also get their fix. Take a roll in sugar with the Bananas Foster French Toast, which is made with…
The Second Slay at GAPCo
With their second location, Greenville Avenue Pizza Company has effectively snatched up the pizza cravings of the folks in East Dallas. Like their original location, the new GAPCo continues to slay with their infamous Pizza Slayers. Everything here is made fresh, from scratch daily. Get pesto wasted with the Pesto Sciutto, a welcoming marriage of prosciutto, roma tomatoes, arugula, fresh garlic, and sundried tomatoes. The pie is finished off with pizza crack and parmesan. Cheese lovers will find immediate harmony with the Five Cheese Pizza, a generous mix of stringy mozzarella, feta, parmesan, goat cheese, ricotta and oregano. Few pizza joints can deliver on more than just pie. There’s…