Monthly Archives: July 2012

by Steven Doyle | July 27, 2012 · 3:06 pm

One Last Look At Craft Dallas Before It Closes

by Steven Doyle

I had the good fortune to dine at Craft Dallas in the W Hotel earlier this week. I was planning on saving the photos and run an au revoir story the week they close their doors in August, but I am thinking I should entice, no, incite you to stop in for a final meal at this wonderful Dallas restaurant.

When I was working at the Observer’s City of Ate I interviewed Chef Jeff Harris who is now at Bolsa in Oak Cliff. Then I was able to check out the kitchen, which is as massive as you might think a hotel kitchen should be. There is something magical to me to experience the backbone of a restaurant up close and I am always personally drawn to the kitchen when accessable. Continue reading →

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by Steven Doyle | July 27, 2012 · 1:05 pm

Tulisoma South Dallas Book Fair and Arts Festival

by Steven Doyle

Award-winning authors, poets and artists will again come to Dallas for the tenth annual Tulisoma South Dallas Book Fair and Arts Festival. The free festival began in 2003 to promote literacy and highlight businesses and arts in south Dallas.

The festival kicks off at 2 p.m. Friday, Aug. 24 with the Heart and Soul Tour of South Dallas historical sites and landmarks. Saturday, Aug. 25, book readings, storytelling, writing workshops, children’s programs, spoken word poetry, panel discussions and performances will be held at the African-American Museum in Fair Park, 3635 Grand Ave. Continue reading →

Ryan Barnett’s Underground Euphorium Goes French

by Steven Doyle

Taking my own recommendation, I joined a band of merry diners at the newest of the underground chef dinners offered at the not-so-secret location in Deep Ellum on the corner of Malcolm X and Elm. There a small group of food enthusiasts gathered with their own bottles of wines served by the staff of chef Ryan Barnett.

You may recall from previous articles here on craveDFW that Barnett is a talented and trained chef that is originally from the Dallas area (Hillcrest High for those keeping score at home) who has worked at some excellent venues in this city including Neighborhood Services as sous chef. Continue reading →

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by Steven Doyle | July 27, 2012 · 10:50 am

Quest for the Ultimate Burger: Beck’s Prime

by Rob Banes

This week’s burger quest took our group to the recently opened Beck’s Prime. The location at the northwest corner of Preston and Forest is the 13th location of Beck’s Prime to open and the first in the Dallas area. The restaurant is a fast casual restaurant with a menu featuring mesquite grilled burgers, sandwiches, grilled meat plates, salads and steaks.

The Dallas location has taken over a former Jack in the Box and they did a good job of adding a patio as well making the inside warm and inviting with the open dining room and hardwood flooring. Continue reading →

William Grant & Sons Wows with Birthday Bash at Tales

by Steven Lindsey Photos by Rodrigo Orta

Every year at Tales of the Cocktail, William Grant & Sons unleashes their vast portfolio of great liquor brands at parties with fanfare like no other. At tonight’s party at the New Orleans Museum of Art, they pulled out all the stops in celebration of the tenth birthday of Tales. Continue reading →

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by Steven Doyle | July 26, 2012 · 3:32 pm

Dallas Bartenders Descend Upon Tales of the Cocktail in New Orleans

By Steven Lindsey Photos by Rodrigo Orta

Yesterday, Big D came to the Big Easy. In a big way. The Texas Cocktail Coalition and Private Social presented Come And Get It! Cocktails Texas Style!, one of the most popular tasting rooms of the day. There, Dallas’ best and liveliest bartenders mixed it up behind the bar and all around the room. Continue reading →

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by Steven Doyle | July 26, 2012 · 2:09 pm

Rodman Shields Named Exec Chef At Cool River

by Steven Doyle photo by Robert Bostick

Rodman Shields, executive chef at Nick and Sam’s has tendered his resignation and will be starting at Cool River very soon, replacing exiting chef Bob Stephenson. Stephenson, as you recall, will soon be opening FnG in Keller.

A new chef for the highly regarded steakhouse has not been named.

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by Steven Doyle | July 26, 2012 · 1:06 pm

Explore The World Of Rum

By Steven Doyle

Our friend at Sigel’s Fine Wines and Spirits just sent word that they will be exploring the world of rum at their Addison location at 15003 Inwood Rd. on August 1, 2012 from 6 to 8pm. Distillery representatives will be on hand to sample a selection of Rums and to answer any questions you may have about these special spirits. Continue reading →