Monthly Archives: April 2021

by | April 15, 2021 · 12:13 pm

The eclectic wine café, Postino, will open first Dallas location

Postino Wine Cafe, the eclectic and funky wine café making its way out of Phoenix & Houston, is opening their first location in Dallas on Monday, April 19 offering lunch, happy hour, dinner and an equally lively weekend brunch.

Located in the historic district of Deep Ellum, at 2647 Main Street, Dallas, TX 75226 and sharing a stand-alone building with local favorite Merit Coffee, the new restaurant and bar features a carefully selected wine program as well as an approachable yet sophisticated food menu. 

With a motto of “drinking wine at lunch is not a crime”, the vibrant and passionate co-founder, Lauren Bailey explains, “Deep Ellum instantly caught our attention with its deep-rooted history, incredible buildings and lively community. We quickly fell in love with the art, the other businesses and most of all the people who make it such a special place. I had goosebumps when I first stepped into the building and knew in my gut that was the one.”

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by | April 14, 2021 · 10:40 am

Book Report: Great Local Reads For Your Foodie Friends

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A pandemic is a fantastic  time to show  you friends you have  great taste in food and in reading.  Consider the following  for you and your friends any time, and for any occasion. You will enjoy the North Texas chefs and their writing. Here’s a sample: Continue reading →

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by | April 13, 2021 · 12:50 pm

Flying Fish Celebrates National Crawfish Day

Flying Fish, the fast-casual seafood eatery with multiple Dallas locations is celebrating National Crawfish Day (Saturday, April 17), with a free t-shirt giveaway with the purchase of 5 lbs of crawfish. Additionally, guest can enjoy 1/2 priced José Cuervo margaritas and Big Beers all day.

Harvested from Louisiana, the spicy crustaceans are boiled to order in Flying Fish’ signature seafood seasonings and served ready to “pinch, twist and suck” along with smoked andouille sausage, corn and potatoes ($8.95 per lb., add $2 for sausage).

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by | April 13, 2021 · 10:33 am

Historic Dakota’s Steakhouse to Re-Open Under New Ownership

After closing their doors due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the iconic subterranean restaurant in downtown Dallas, Dakota’s Steakhouse, is reopening under new ownership. This July, Meredith McEneny is resurrecting the restaurant’s three-decade-long history and legacy.

Dakota’s Steakhouse, the storied underground staple of Downtown dining, is revived by Meredith McEneny, the new sole owner who recently assumed controlling interest. Many Dallasites are familiar with the McEneny name due to her husband, Tim McEneny, a local restauranteur with years of hospitality experience under his belt.

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by | April 12, 2021 · 2:22 pm

Michele DeWitt Hosts ‘It’s The Wine Talking’ Pairing Event at Hickory Street Annex

Take your senses on a trip to Italy during an evening filled with music, wine and more.

On Friday, April 30 from 6:30-9 p.m., satiate your palate while learning the ins and outs of how to choose the perfect Italian wine during Michele DeWitt’s “It’s The Wine Talking – Italian Pairing.” Hosted at the beautiful Hickory Street Annex, DeWitt, co-founder of FB Society and Wine & Spirit Education Trust (WSET) Level 3 advanced sommelier, will guide guests through a five-course food and wine pairing that’ll feature dishes that you’d enjoy during a spring trip to Italy. The special prix-fixe menu, catered by Vestals Catering, will include:

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by | April 12, 2021 · 11:59 am

la Madeleine, Walmart Announce Groundbreaking Partnership

la Madeleine French Bakery & Café announced today that it will be sharing its joie de vivre with more North Texans through its innovative new Express prototype and partnership with Walmart, the world’s largest retailer.

“We’re very excited about Walmart’s curated food service experience for customers,” said la Madeleine CEO Lionel Ladouceur. “We look forward to making it even more convenient for the DFW community to enjoy the la Madeleine experience, while also introducing our French comfort food to Walmart shoppers that are looking for more diverse dining choices.”

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by | April 12, 2021 · 10:57 am

Norma’s Celebrate Grilled Cheese Day with Free Grilled Cheese!

Dallas home-style cooking institution Norma’s Cafe is offering the ultimate freebie for National Grilled Cheese Day on Monday, April 12. All day long, dine-in guests at any of the five Norma’s Cafe locations in Oak Cliff, Dallas, North Dallas, Plano, and Frisco can receive a free grilled cheese sandwich, no purchase necessary.

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by | April 12, 2021 · 10:00 am

Brunch Magic at Toulouse

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So I’m writing this stuff and some of you are reading. I know because when I am out waiting on a cocktail you will ask me if I am going to order a Manhattan. Or on a Saturday you will ask me where I am heading to brunch  the next morning. Busted. I am an avid brunch-a-holic.

It’s not so much the food. Yes, I have a not-so-secret love affair with the egg, securing breakfast or brunch as a top favorite meal. But the conversations that take place at brunch are so much more livelier than at dinner. Perhaps inhibitions drop after a night of revelry. Whatever the case may be, brunch is king.           Continue reading →

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