Monthly Archives: January 2024

Evan’s Meat Market for Mardi Gras Supplies (King Cakes!)

Evan’s Meat Market is bringing the soulful and vibrant flavors of Cajun country to the Dallas community this Mardi Gras. Rooted in the rich traditions of Cajun cooking, Evan’s Meat Market invites customers to celebrate Mardi Gras with authentic Louisiana dishes. Alongside its staple offerings, Evan’s Meat Market will have traditional King Cakes available for $20 leading up to Mardi Gras from February 9 to February 13, or until supplies last.

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Lockwood Distilling Co. to Open Third Location in McKinney in February

Lockwood Distilling Co., the neighborhood distillery +  eatery where everyone finds fun, food, and friends, is excited to spread the love around Dallas-Fort Worth with a third location in McKinney. The community-driven distillery and craft kitchen, owned by Evan and Sally Batt, is slated to open in Downtown McKinney at 1205 W. Louisiana Street, in February 2024. 

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Fat Tuesday Celebrations at all Aw Shucks and Big Shucks Locations

Aw Shucks and Big Shucks Oyster Bar will be celebrating Mardi Gras as big as New Orleans on Fat Tuesday, February 13, at its five locations in Dallas, Richardson, Lewisville, and Frisco. Shucks will offer free beads for the early birds, as well as food and drink specials (all day) and will be jamming with live bands at all locations from 5:30 pm – to 9:00 pm.

Bands include The Members Only Band, The Big Daddy Band, Treble Hook, Mars Hill, and The Decades Trio. In the evening, there will be fun prizes given away at each location including Aw Shucks gift cards and Shucks Mardi Gras t-shirts. Laissez les bon temps rouler.

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Celebrate Valentine’s Day in Style at Uchi & Uchibā

For Valentine’s Day look no further than the pair of sushi restaurants in Dallas, Uchi and the more casual Uchiba. Let’s look at each of their offerings for the big day.

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Curated by Chef de Cuisine Rhonda Mccullar, Uchi Dallas will offer a special Valentine’s Day Omakase menu for sweethearts to celebrate the night of February 14. Reservations for Valentine’s Day are officially open and available on a first-come, first-served basis. The omakase experience will consist of delectable culinary creations including: 

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Kate Weiser Means Valentine’s Day Chocolate

Valentine’s Day is the most chocolate-y time of the year, when stores fill up with delicious confections and love lights aflame or is rekindled over seasonal treats. If you want to give the best this year, turn to Kate Weiser. She’s famous for her intricately hand-painted bonbons, candy bars and other creative concoctions, and Valentine’s Day is a special time for her talents to shine. 

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Affordable Art Fair Lands in Austin, May 16-19

Internationally known art event, Affordable Art Fair, will open its doors for the first time in Austin from Thursday, May 16 through Sunday, May 19 at the Palmer Events Center, marking the fair’s first Texas show. The contemporary art fair brings together over 50 local, national and international galleries who will display thousands of extraordinary works created by emerging and established living artists ranging from $100 to $10,000, making the Affordable Art Fair the biggest art event that Austin has ever seen! From paintings to prints, sculpture to photography – there is something for every taste, space and budget – all within a relaxed and buzzy atmosphere. Early bird tickets are on sale now and available HERE.

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Brody Jenner to DJ at Rayleigh Underground Grand Opening

The Rayleigh Underground quietly opened right before the Christmas holiday and now that the New Year is here they are ready to officially throw open their doors and welcome guests to this stunning entertainment complex with a week full of exciting entertainment and sensational dining. The 38,000 square-foot venue has Las Vegas-inspired vibes and entertainment, and Pacific Rim-inspired dining – located in the heart of Las Colinas at Toyota Music Factory. 

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2024 James Beard Nominees

Here is the list of 2024 James Beard Nominees. We highlighted Texas nominees but will be quick to note some of the Dallas highlights including David Uygur at Lucia for Best Restaurateur, and Best Chefs include Richard Vana Heritage Table; Arnulfo Sánchez III, Vaqueros Texas Bar-B-Q; Misti Norris, Perta & the Beast; AQ Pittman, Jose. And Gemma!

Richard Vana has a remarkable story that includes him writing about the Dallas food scene, then working with a variety of restaurants, and culminating with Richard opening Heritage Table. A huge congratulations to Richard.

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