Monthly Archives: July 2013

by | July 30, 2013 · 10:29 am

Dallas Mojito Pour-Off 2013

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For centuries, the mojito has been a favorite of pirates, sailors and Ernest Hemingway. The rum and mint-based cocktail has also gained popularity with many North Texans. Mojitos are traditionally flavored with lime and mint, but a number of North Texas’ most creative mixologists have taken it upon themselves to create their own variations. Now some of he best restaurants and bars in the Metroplex to compete for the title of “Best Mojito in Dallas” at the Dallas Mojito Pour-Off 2013. Created by Tony Fernandez (Espumoso Caffe) and Nico Ponce (Mutts Canine Cantina), the Mojito Pour-Off will take place on Sunday, September 1, from 4-8pm in Trinity Groves (340 Singleton Blvd), a rising star in the Dallas entertainment scene.    Continue reading →

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by | July 30, 2013 · 10:17 am

Celebrate National Oyster Day At Oceanaire

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National Oyster Day, is August 5th. We found out that at Oceanaire in the Galleria you will get Chef’s Choice East Coast Cold Water Oysters for $1 each  from 5pm to close in the dining room and at the bar.

 

 

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by | July 30, 2013 · 9:36 am

craveRADIO: July 28, 2013

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by Steven Doyle       photos by Robert Bostick

This past Sunday on craveRADIO we hosted several amazing guests including Elias Pope, one of the owners at HG Sply Co. located on lowest Greenville Avenue. We discussed what the whole paleo diet is, what it isn’t, and he shared some of the more delicious items on the menu. Be sure to taste that lamb shank, it is a giant ball of lamb goodness.

Elias also discussed HG’s philosophy on culling ingredients from local sourcs, something that is extremely popular these days. But Elias has a different take on local, and goes extreme when possible, including tapping into local resources to set up his beer selections (thank you Stephanie Roethlisberger from the Bottle Shop) and a special cocktail temptress to concoct that menu (nods to Emily Perkins at Victor Tango).   Continue reading →

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by | July 30, 2013 · 9:00 am

Dee Lincoln Steak and Burger Bar to Open in September

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Dee Lincoln, who recently partnered with Dallas-based businessman Michel Moreno, announces Dee Lincoln Steak & Burger Bar slated to open this September in Uptown.  Located at 2626 Howell Street, adjacent to The Quadrangle, Dee promises an approachable menu with updated steakhouse fare and inventive burger recipes in a comfortable and relaxed setting.

Co-founder of Del Frisco’s Double Eagle Steak House, Dee Lincoln resigned in 2010 after an extremely successful era and the sale of the iconic brand.  Lincoln then embarked on a new journey to build her own brand by opening Dee Lincoln’s Tasting Room & Bubble Bar in the new Cowboys Stadium. Shortly thereafter, a second location was opened at Rosewood Court.  Lincoln has now made the decision to go back to her roots and do what she does best, but with a twist.    Continue reading →

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by | July 29, 2013 · 3:08 pm

Fork Fight Continues With A Battle Between LUCK And Resto Gastro Bistro

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Fork Fight is a bracket-style battle between the soon-to-open restaurteurs in Trinity Groves, ten in all. The first few battles were meaty and furious, with tight but decisive victors who have moved up the line for a future competition. The last two Fork Fight battles were sold out, and the next fight will sell out very soon.

This Thursday a new battle is being waged between LUCK and Resto Gastro Pub. The evening begins at 7pm at 3015 in Trinity Groves and will feature beer, wine and cocktails, along with four courses times two for a total of eight dishes that you will sample in order to judge who moves up in the bracket challenge.

We just received an exclusive notice on a menu change and a highlight of the beverages that will be served that evening. Get your credit cards handy, you will want to buy a few of these seats.    Continue reading →

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by | July 29, 2013 · 2:17 pm

Uno Due Go Coming To Plano, Twice

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Remember Pizzeria Uno that served Chicago-style pizza that was on Greenville Avenue so many years ago? There was another location in Addison, and one still in Fort Worth. The same pizza mavens are coming back to the area with Uno Due Go. Open all day, look for a line-up of hot breakfast fare, deep dish pizza, gluten-free pizza, hot panini, flatbreads, bakery items, chopped salads, wraps, pasta, a full bar, and will feature a full dine-in  as well as take out.    Continue reading →

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by | July 29, 2013 · 1:16 pm

Several Restaurant America Restaurants Closed In Dallas *Update

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Restaurant America seems to be pulling up roots in Dallas. The Chicago based restaurant group came to Dallas in a storm opening up restaurants across the city with promise of even more. The first casualty was the Mockingbird Taproom, which we found a bit sterile. That restaurant closed just months of opening and was located in Mockingbird Station.

Local food blog Side Dish reported last Friday that the Townhouse Kitchen + Bar in the Galleria was locked out for an apparent non-payment of rent. Then a flood of reports came to us about the very new Boca Chica closing. We actually had a report that was to run on Boca this week.       Continue reading →

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by | July 29, 2013 · 1:09 pm

SPCA Pets of the Week: Chiquita and Smokey

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Meet Chiquita, the cutest Chihuahua mix you’ll ever meet!  She is 11-years-young and 9-pounds, making her a perfect fit for any loving family. She is a gentle gal who loves daily walks and plenty of back and belly rubs.  She is quite playful and enjoys bouncing after tennis balls and dancing!  She would be a good family pet and already knows her way around a home.  In her previous home she lived with other dogs and cats, and was house trained.     Continue reading →

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