Monthly Archives: September 2021

by | September 24, 2021 · 2:12 pm

Gas Monkey Rebrands as Amplified – Manchester Orchestra Performing Oct. 5

Amplified is Dallas’s new home for live music, great food and cold drinks. Occupying the same space as the former Gas Monkey Bar & Grill, the updated concept reopens October 5 with a renovated interior, improved audio system and new menu. Headlining the grand opening is Manchester Orchestra—tickets are on sale now.

The October 5 opening will also include Hush Money bassist and tattoo artist, Bob Kakaha (aka Bob Zilla), who will be on site inking attendees with Amplified lightning bolt tattoos and other designs to commemorate the occasion.

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by | September 24, 2021 · 1:22 pm

Lochland’s Offers State Fair Fare and New Hours

During the State Fair CraveDFW will highlight menu items that restaurants have added Fair-type foods to their menu. Here is one. Feel free to reach our out and offer your items to CraveDFW.

Lochland’s Food and Spirits celebrates the State Fair of Texas with a lengthy list of fair inspired fare. Offerings including fried smoked turkey legs, jalapeño cheddar corn dogs, smoked sausage on a stick, loaded tots, breakfast dogs and deep fried churros are available through October 22 ($6-$15). 

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by | September 23, 2021 · 6:31 pm

iHeart Media Dallas and the Dallas Mavericks announce multi-platform broadcast agreement

iHeartMedia Dallas announced today a new comprehensive multi-platform broadcast agreement with The Dallas Mavericks. Beginning today,  97.1 The Eagle (KEGL) will become the official flagship station for all Dallas Mavericks games. Under the new broadcast agreement, Dallas Mavericks basketball will also be available via live stream on iHeartRadio.com and the app.  

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by | September 23, 2021 · 5:42 pm

Fort Worth’s Highest Grossing Bar to Open in Dallas

After much anticipation, Texas Republic is set to open it’s doors to the Dallas crowd for a sneak peek weekend this Friday, September 24th and Saturday, September 25th from 9PM-2AM. Regular operating hours will be from 11AM-2AM daily beginning Thursday, September 30th. Located at 5609 SMU Blvd Dallas, TX 75206, Texas Republic is a modern Texas inspired neighborhood bar with stimulating nightlife. 

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by | September 23, 2021 · 2:53 pm

Whiskies of the World returns to Dallas Oct. 28 & 29

Who’s ready to raise a dram? After taking a year off due to the pandemic, Whiskies of the World, The Quintessential Whisky Tasting event, returns to Dallas on October 28th and 29th at Marie Gabrielle Restaurant & Gardens. One of the largest whisky tasting events in the U.S., Whiskies of the World is produced by Douglas Smith and Agency 21, who have partnered to gather 200 varieties of the world’s most fascinating distilled spirits along with their makers and ambassadors to give both aficionados and the whiskey curious an all-inclusive evening dedicated to the craft. 

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by | September 23, 2021 · 11:42 am

Happy Hour and More at Meridian: Possibly Dallas’ Finest Restaurant

Photos and Notes by Joey Stewart

By now most have heard about the exciting new restaurant in The Village by Junior Borges, Meridian. Reviews have been overwhelmingly positive and word of mouth keeps them pretty much packed every night. Weekend reservations through resy are usually booked up one to two weeks in advance, but walk-ins can arrive early for happy hour and pony up to one of the 10 seats at the bar. Happy Hour runs from 4:30p-6p Tuesday through Friday and there are some great options at reduced prices, as well as the full menu available.

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by | September 22, 2021 · 5:09 pm

Kate Weiser’s Halloween Collection 2021

Kate Weiser produces gorgeous chocolates year-round, but Halloween is a special time for her talents to shine. Known for her intricately hand-painted bonbons, candy bars and seasonal goodies, Weiser has produced a batch of Halloween-themed delights, including chocolate pumpkins, chocolate skulls, butterfingers (emphasis on “fingers”) and even some delicious eyeballs.

These items are available at Kate Weiser’s flagship Trinity Groves store, all Central Market locations, and 25 Neiman Marcus stores around the country. Each is also available to purchase online. Quantities are limited, so be sure to secure your favorites before they’re gone.

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by | September 22, 2021 · 3:41 pm

FireBird Fowl Takes Flight in Uptown

David Taylor and Tim Summers are happy as a lark to bring their latest concept to Uptown. Located at 2816 Fairmount Street, Firebird Fowl is now open with a menu devoted to giving classic dishes a unique Texas Twist. Prepare for a culinary adventure with a menu that features lean and healthier proteins like Chicken and Turkey as well as ranch-to-table Duck, Emu, Ostrich and Texas Quail. Overseeing the kitchen will be Executive Chef Ben Smallman, who most recently led the culinary team at Eataly Dallas and was the man in charge of the menus at both I Trulli and Il Ristoro del Cinghiale in New York City.

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