by Steven Doyle
Call it doomed territory, or perhaps more like a poor choice of locations for Tex Mex in a predominantly Hispanic neighborhood. The neighbors on Fitzhugh aren’t going for those gooey beef enchiladas or hard shell tacos that Herrera‘s is putting out. The Fitzhugh neighborhood demands the real deal taqueria style tacos that only cost a buck. Continue reading
Filed under beer, Closings, Dallas, Enchiladas, Steven Doyle
by Steven Doyle
In just a few short years Bryan Street Tavern etched its way into the dive bar scene with its great pizza and cold beer. Bryan Street always has a good line up of bands and there is plenty of room to mix and mingle with the swelled crowds each weekend. The fenced in patio area is near legendary.
So why go and muck it all up with more beer taps, and a fancy new kitchen? I will answer my own question: because it is awesome. Continue reading
by Judy Chamberlain
Who doesn’t love pizza?
Lucky Dallas, we’re getting to be something of a mecca for Neapolitan style pizza, that of the thin crust and chewy texture. It’s new to many, trendy and certainly different. Sicilian,Chicago, New York or even California pizza this is not.
The latest entry into the pizza a la Napolitano fray is Dough, on Preston Road. Continue reading
by David Donalson
What can be a more American way to celebrate Memorial Day than to drink beer and eat barbecue? Deep Ellum Brewing Company agreed and Sunday was the 2nd annual Brew-B-Q in the new Beer Garden and they brought friends: Martin House Brewing, Armadillo Ale Works and (512). From 6-10pm, it was a mad house of samplings, food and music.
When we walked up to Deep Ellum Brewing Company, I was surprised by the line of people waiting to buy a ticket and get inside. It was at least 50 deep and the facility was already packed. This is a good sign for all of the new craft breweries opening up in North Texas. The setup was simple once inside, far right was Whole Food and barbecue and there were several stations set up throughout the garden giving samples. If you haven’t been to too many events like this, the trick is to drink while in line. Get your sample, find the next line you want to get into and socialize from there to maximize your samples. Continue reading
Filed under Bacon, beer, Dallas, David Donalson, Deep Ellum, Filipino Food
by Steven Doyle
With the summer heat slowly rising to a simmering broil we thought it best to bring you some relief and looked up one of the masters of cool Adam Saxton of the Saxton Group which owns four local Pinkberry franchises in the DFW area.
Adam has a pretty cool job in that he develops long term strategic real estate plans anmarketing for the Pinkberry brand locally. He also gets to enjoy as much of the frozen yogurt he cares to lap up each day. Adam agreed to meet with us this afternoon at one of his stores located at Preston and Royal and we sampled some of the new offerings. Continue reading
Filed under Crave, Dallas, FroYo, Steven Doyle
by Steven Doyle
There are plenty of fun activities for just about everyone this weekend and we encourage you to take advantage of the fun min the sun. We have a short list of a few nifty events.
Dallas City Arts Festival This annual festival is free and located at the State Fairgrounds. There are plenty of activities for the whole family including a children’s activity area, chef and cocktail demos, live music and much more. Stroll through the art vendors tents and pick up something new and peruse the many food booths for something to chew. Free movie tonight on the lawn near the Fair’s entrance.
Homegrown Fest 2012 is an annual event that continues to feature the best bands & artists from the big state of Texas. It all takes place at Main Street Garden Park in downtown Dallas on Saturday, May 26th 2012. This event is pet friendly and all kids under 10 get in free. No coolers, but in-and-out is allowed so you can roll around downtown for a few brews and bites and come back for your favorite band. Continue reading
by Crave Staff
Del Frisco is definitely a Dallas institution and they have been on our radar since the playful sommelier Jennifer Jaco started working there just over one month ago. But before Jaco’s arrival we alwayed enjoyed chatting with chef David Holben who’s home kitchen is the Dallas location on Spring Valley.
Holben has come up with a summer promotion that should bring most beef lovers into the restaurant and it is a steal. They call this the Power Couple menu and there are more than a few great choices in sides and such, but always includes a filet and crab cake. For $99. Continue reading
by Steven Doyle
La Popular is known for two things: great tamales and for giving so much back to the community. I know I have ranted a few times how much chefs and restaurateurs give back to the community and charities and La Popular is definitely in this category. This past week La Popular held what they billed as their first annual tamale eating contest with a major throw down between the Dallas Police Department and Dallas Fire Rescue. Continue reading
