Monthly Archives: September 2023

by | September 22, 2023 · 12:55 pm

Big Tex Arrives Today for the 2023 State Fair of Texas

The 55-foot Big Tex is on his way to his roost at the State Fair of Texas just east of the number one Fletcher’s Corny Dog stand in Big Tex Circle. This year Tex’ boots were fashioned by Lucchese Bootmaker and were designed by Big Tex Boot Design Contest winner Jessica Bonilla.

Tex has a long and lustrous history dating back to 1952 in Kerens, Texas. The statue was an idea of Howell Brister, manager of the Chamber of Commerce, to encourage holiday sales in the town, and the “World’s Largest Santa Claus” stood over Colket Avenue for two holiday seasons — drawing press attention from as far away as Iran and Australia.

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by | September 22, 2023 · 12:22 pm

Whiskey Cake Kitchen & Bar Drops Bold New Social Hour with A Epic Bone Marrow Booze Luge

Brace yourselves, because Social Hour at Whiskey Cake Kitchen & Bar, just got a wild transformation. The brand known for crafting garden-to-glass cocktails and damn fine food is pushing boundaries with a new Social Hour that’s set to transform weekday evenings.

Starting September 26, from 3 to 6 p.m. every Monday through Friday, Whiskey Cake’s $7 Social Hour will offer a legendary lineup headlined by an exciting blend of culinary and beverage including a Bone Marrow Booze Luge – roasted bone marrow with smoked date syrup and gremolata followed by a shot of Bulleit Rye Whiskey, channeled through the hollow bone resulting in an exciting meld of rich flavors and textures for an unforgettable flavor experience.

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by | September 21, 2023 · 11:45 am

Monarch Debuts New Items this Fall Season

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, and Monarch is showing support to raise funds and awareness by offering a special limited-time cocktail with a charitable giveback. 

The limited-time cocktail, Feel the Fizzle, is a refreshing concoction of hibiscus-infused Grey Goose vodka, rose syrup, rose water, coconut cream, lemon juice and soda. For each Feel the Fizzle ordered, Monarch will donate $1 to The Bridge Breast Network, a local organization providing diagnostic and treatment services to low-income, uninsured or underinsured individuals.

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by | September 21, 2023 · 11:41 am

Pouring with Purpose  J. Lohr Wine Pairings at Truluck’s this October

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, and Truluck’s is once again proud to partner with J. Lohr Vineyards & Wines to bring you pairings with a purpose. Each time you visit a Truluck’s location in the month of October for a bottle of J. Lohr’s delicious Carol’s Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon, expertly paired with the ocean’s finest seafood, $20 of each bottle purchased will be donated to National Breast Cancer Foundation’s breast cancer education and early detection programs, and $10 per bottle when ordered to-go.

It’s a simple way to give hope to those in need, and a perfect reason to get together with loved ones. Visit OpenTable to plan your visit today. www.trulucks.com

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by | September 21, 2023 · 11:09 am

Quarter Acre Launches “Garden Hour”

Quarter Acre, the award-winning, chef-owned and operated neighborhood restaurant located on Lowest Greenville Avenue featuring global cuisine from Chef/Owner Toby Archibald has launched a new happy hour program they call “Garden Hour” Tuesday through Friday from 5 – 6:30 pm on the cozy patio or at the bar.

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by | September 21, 2023 · 10:50 am

Sanjh Announces Two World-Renowned Talents to Spearhead Culinary and Mixology

Sanjh, opening in Las Colinas in late 2023, announces its Executive Chef and Lead Mixologist. The elevated restaurant, paying homage to 3,500 years of rich historic Indian cuisines, will bring two globally recognized restaurant and hospitality talents to lead their culinary and mixology team.

Tivona Group (the hospitality group behind Sanjh) CEO and VP of Sales & Operations, Sanjay Joshi and Prob Arora, welcome Balpreet Singh Chadha as Corporate Chef and Yangdup Lama as Director of Mixology.

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by | September 20, 2023 · 3:44 pm

Jonathon’s in North Dallas Finally Opened!

by Steven Doyle

What has become a very long wait for opening day has finally arrived. The new Jonathon’s Diner has opened in the former Kel’s space (which is the former Pizza Inn space) in Forestwood. You can find the new location on Forest Land underneath the Tollway overpass.

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by | September 20, 2023 · 10:56 am

The Ultimate Scratch Kitchen Subs From John Smith Subs

by Jay Hoffman

If you’re into awesome subs, then you will want to try out Jon Smith Subs in Frisco. The little restaurant has been open for two weeks and is owned by Jennifer and Kevin Sinker. 

When you walk in you are greeted by very nice folks and if you’re fortunate, Kevin will be there so let him know I sent you in. It is a very clean and bright place. 

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