A great bottle of wine is like a great relationship. Once it’s given time to breathe, you will likely find yourself engulfed in something with unimaginable depth, robust flavor and a sipping Companion that will last a lifetime. Husband and wife business owners, Tim and Jennifer McCallum know what it takes to make a commitment, not only to each other, but to their loyal and ever growing following. It all started with an admiration for popping corks and twirling forks, when the two began their food and drinking blog, He Wines She Dines. Going on food friendly adventures, primarily around DFW, Jennifer gave her critique of the grub, while Tim…
A Glimpse Back at Chefs for Farmers The Main Event 2019
From start to finish, from scrumptious to delicious, The Main Event during Chefs for Farmers was once again unforgettable. Held at the historic Dallas Heritage Village, the event brought out thousands of food fanatics as they dove appetite first into dishes from some of the best chef’s in this town and beyond. During the event, culinary artists were paired with different farms using an array of fresh ingredients from microgreens to wagyu beef and everything in between. While chowing down on plates of paradise the wine overflowed along with the Tito’s, Makers Mark, Baileys and Crown Royal just to name a few. Take a glimpse at the glutinous good time…
A Glimpse Back at Chefs for Farmers Street Night Market 2019
Another year down, and many more to go. This year there was fun had by all during the Chefs for Farmers Street Night Market. Presented by Audi and held for the second year in a row at Victory Park Lane, here’s a look into the festivities of the evening.
Till On: How Rae-Lili Met Chef Jacob Williamson
In 2013, Sofia and her husband Roy Martinez took a leap of faith and decided to turn spilled milk into tilled soil. It all began in 2011 when the couple decided to focus on making healthier lifestyle choices and save a few coins while doing so. Roy owned land in Cooper, TX., so each weekend they traded the big city for the country life, rolled up their sleeves and began to plant. Soon, the two were part time gardeners, selling their produce to local farmers markets and a couple of different restaurants. But, once Sofia found herself without a full-time job due to budget cuts, she decided that it…
The Ultimate Cocktail Experience Goes All Star
Sip, sip hooray! Once again it’s that time of the year where good people come together for a good cause all while gaining a good buzz. The Ultimate Cocktail Experience is back for its eighth year, and this time they’re bringing out the All Stars. Held at Deep Ellum’s Harlowe MXM this year on Sunday, October 13th, the event will feature five winners from previous UCE events. Per the usual, these talented booze bedazzlers are battling it out for the charity Triggers Toys. Unlike previous venues, Harlowe MXM is a little smaller than sippers are used to, but according to Bryan Townsend, creator of the Ultimate Cocktail Experience, that’s part…
CFF Main Event Recap 2018
Patiently waiting in line to meet up with my devouring destiny, I struck up a conversation with a couple. “We look forward to this event every year,” she happily exclaimed. Though they’d been tempted to attend other grubby galas around town, The Main Event for Chefs for Farmers ALWAYS got their coins. Once again, it was money well spent. Held at the historic Dallas Heritage Village for the first time, this year appetites were allured by a variety of delicious bites but wagyu beef took center stage. Some took a traditional approach to the tender meat, but others went a cut above, like the Wagyu Beef Gyro Airbread or the…
Grab Your Shaker for Nico Martini’s Texas Cocktails
When it comes to Texans, one thing is certain, we love our booze. Recently cocktail expert, Nico Martini decided to put this love into his latest book, Texas Cocktails, a five star cocktail guide for the long star state. Released this month, Texas Cocktails is more than just a cocktail book, Nico has written a love letter with a collection of over 100 of the best cocktails from Texas. Complete with food pairings and Texas hotspots, Martini gives us all another reason to be proud of the Lone Star State. First, I’d like to congratulate you on the release of your book and your recent TEDx Talk. Those are two amazing…
Sixty Vines Comes to the Crescent
Crispy zucchini and wine on tap has just gotten a little closer. Sixty Vines just opened its doors at the Hotel Crescent Court in Uptown Dallas. With the opening of its second location, Sixty Vines continues to appease appetites with their pizzas, pastas and that infamous Short Rib Sourdough Melt, made with red wine braised short rib, basil pesto aioli, tomato and fresh mozzarella. Uptown has yet another place to get their frose fix. What to Order – Anything, it’s all good. Where to find them– 500 Crescent Ct suite 160, Dallas, TX 75201 Phone – (214) 814-8463 That whole parking thing – Underground or valet parking are your best options.