Monthly Archives: May 2024

Mirador Elevates Events with Elegant Spaces

Mirador, the culinary haven known for its breathtaking views and excellent cuisine in Downtown Dallas, is creating unforgettable moments with private event offerings for every special occasion. As spring blossoms into summer, Mirador invites guests to celebrate the big moments in style.

With its breathtaking views of the city skyline and equally as stunning event spaces, Mirador is the perfect location for a variety of celebrations. From intimate birthday brunches to extravagant wedding receptions, Mirador’s dedicated team ensures that every detail is meticulously curated to exceed expectations. For evening events, the venue offers a cozy, candlelit ambiance and in the day, an open and airy backdrop for cheerful celebrations.

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Chico Taco Lounge to Expand to Dallas

Frisco residents already know that Chído Taco Lounge is the ideal spot for tacos and tequilas. Soon, Dallas diners can enjoy the same great offerings, but without the drive up north. Because on May 24, Chído Taco Lounge will open a second location at 75 and Walnut Hill in the Preston Hollow Village Shopping Center.

Chído, which means “cool” in Spanish, has been a Frisco favorite since it debuted in 2021, serving as a go-to for tacos, cervezas and tequilas in a friendly and unpretentious atmosphere. Those tenets will carry over to the Dallas location, but the Preston Hollow Village spot will build on the original with Customs, a members-only tequila lounge on the second floor.

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Stephan Pyles Lifts the Life of Longtime Friend, Jasper White

Jasper White, a renowned chef who elevated the status of New England’s traditional cuisine in the realm of fine dining during the 1980s, and served as a mentor to numerous chefs in the Boston area, passed away on Saturday in Boston. He was 69 years old.

According to his wife, Kathleen White, Jasper’s demise occurred at a hospital due to a brain aneurysm.

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Garden Restaurant in Garland Offers A Fantastic Dim Sum

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You are most likely familiar with a handful of wonderful spots in Dallas to eek out decent dim sum.  We recently stumbled upon an additional find that until now has gone under our massive radar, and this restaurant is a wonderful find. You will want to make plans to visit Garden Restaurant located in Garland.

If you were familiar with Arc-en-Ceil, one of the best dim sum restaurants that existed in Dallas (and Arlington), this is the same building in Garland. At Garden you will find a whole host of delicious Asian cuisine that varies from both Chinese and Vietnamese. The dim sum menu is good all day and night, but cart service flows only during luncheon hours. All other times you order off the menu and get the items you choose freshly made from the kitchen. This can actually be a good thing as the dim sum list is vast and always fresh.    Continue reading →

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Step Into the World of Panna Cotta

If you dine out with any frequency you have most likely been served Panna Cotta, which is a chef’s go-to when needing a simple dessert quickly. It is a dessert that every chef can make well, and flavor in a way that makes it their own.

We will not bore you with silly details as the dish speaks for itself.

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The History of Pung Pao Chicken

Kung Pao Chicken, a timeless masterpiece hailing from the celestial land of China, tantalizes the taste buds with its fiery essence. This culinary marvel is beautifully crafted using succulent chicken, meticulously diced into petite cubes, harmoniously combined with crunchy peanuts, vibrant vegetables, and fiery chili peppers.

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40th Annual Grapevine Main Street Fest

The 40th Annual Main Street Fest- A Craft Brew Experience, presented by Bank of the West is almost here and families should prepare to have all the fun Down on Main Street! As the heart of Historic Grapevine, Texas prepares for this milestone event, anticipation is building for three days packed with excitement, entertainment and memories in the making. From live music to craft brew experiences, delicious eats and a myriad of family-friendly activities, the 40th Annual event will be an unforgettable experience.

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DFW-based La Pulga Spirits

One year ago, three local entrepreneurs launched La Pulga Tequila, a new spirit produced and bottled in Mexico, but born here in Dallas/Fort Worth. As the company celebrates its one year anniversary, La Pulga has expanded the portfolio to include a new ultra- premium mezcal, La Pulga Mezcal.

Now available across North Texas — and soon throughout the state – La Pulga Mezcal is crafted in the rugged landscapes of San Luís Potosí, Mexico, from wild harvested 100% Salmiana Agave, imparting a very distinct and flavorful taste and aroma of green chili, citrus, and green olives/brine. La Pulga Mezcal is a “joven,” or unaged mezcal.

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