by Danielle Leahy
Christmas is the season of love and what better way to show love for our fellow man than by giving your time and resources helping the less fortunate. There are numerous organizations, businesses, and groups raising money, gifts, and food for those in need. Today we will highlight five organizations throughout the DFW area focusing on the sick, the homeless, the elderly, children in need and the pets at the Dallas Animal Shelter. Continue reading
Filed under Christmas, Crave, Danielle Leahy, fundraiser, Get Involved
by Danielle Leahy photos by Jacque Manaugh
If Dallas street taco lover’s had a Mecca, Fuel City would be it. Even for all the naysayer’s at trip, at the least, is a requirement to judge the state of taco affairs in our City. Fuel City has long been called Dallas Best Street Tacos and, for the most part, started the gas station taco trend in Dallas as we know it. But what’s beyond the hype? Are the tacos really that good? Well with the all new covered patio in place that seats 70 the Tacobots decided to invade the parking-lot and find out the truth for themselves.
First, you should know about Fuel City is it is cash only so don’t get in line (and yes there is ALWAYS a line) before you visit the ATM located just a few feet down from the outside window. Continue reading
Filed under Dallas, Danielle Leahy, Downtown, Jacque Manaugh, Mexican Food, restaurant news, TacoBots, Tacos
By Danielle Leahym photos by Jacque Manaugh
The Cedar’s Social is one of the most buzzed about restaurants in Dallas this year. With is dark, sexy 70’s throwback interior, amazing and exhaustively researched drink menu, and ownership by former NFL player Brian Williams there are lots of reason The Cedar’s Social keeps popping up in the news around town, not the least of which has to do with it’s food. The food here is very good, in many cases great. Sure it can be on the pricey side but many agree what it might lack in affordability it more than makes up for in ambiance, mood, music, and execution.
If you want a romantic date night that doesn’t feel traditional, campy, or old fashioned The Cedar’s Social is the place for you. If you want some of the best drinks in town made by the some of the best bartenders in DFW, then The Cedar’s Social is the place for you. But what if you want tacos? Well thank God for The Cedar’s Social $2 Taco Tuesday’s because in this most holiest of food genres, The Cedars Social also has you covered. Continue reading
Filed under Cocktails, Crave, Dallas, Danielle Leahy, Drink Dallas, Jacque Manaugh, South Side of Lamar, TacoBots, Tacos
by Danielle Leahy
Chuy’s has long been a Knox-Henderson Ave staple. Known as much for it’s quirky interior and awesome happy hour as it’s food we visited this time with a Mission: Tacos.
I have a confession to make readers, I love crunchy tacos. Long lamented as the white-boy bastard of the taco family, crunchy tacos are usually considered kids food or worst (a Taco Bell menu item) by true taco lovers. And while I have accepted my fate in this soft shell world I do relish the opportunity to eat crunchy tacos that have arrived at my table without being handed to me thru a drive-thru window. Continue reading
Filed under beer, Crave, Dallas, Danielle Leahy, Knox, Mexican Food, TacoBots, Tacos
By Daniele Leahy photos by Jacque Manaugh
What is better than good tacos you might ask? How’s this: CHEAP good tacos. Well they don’t come much cheaper than $1 so the next time a case of the Mondays rears it’s ugly head might I suggest making a bee-line to Lee Harvey’s for the chance to eat and drink your sorrows away. Continue reading
Filed under beer, Burgers, Cocktails, Crave, Danielle Leahy, fun with food, Jacque Manaugh, TacoBots, Tacos
by Danielle Leahy
Avila’s has been a Maple Avenue tradition in Dallas since 1985. Using family recipes handed down over generations from the Avila and Martinez families their food had been featured on many television programs, local and national news, as well as rated one of the 50 best Mexican Restaurants in the State by Texas Monthly. Most famous for their chicken mole and the brisket tacos, the rest of Avila’s menu is just as good as their more well known counterparts. Continue reading
Filed under beer, Crave, Danielle Leahy, fun with food, Mexican Food, TacoBots, Tacos
by Danielle Leahy
As the weather cools and thoughts begin to run towards the holidays and family lets not forget the less fortunate in our area. Now, more than ever, those living below the poverty line need your help and organizing a work canned food drive is a great way to Get Involved with your co-workers, highlight your business or organization, and raise awareness and much needed donations for the North Texas Food Bank. Continue reading
Filed under Danielle Leahy, North Texas Food Bank
by Danielle Leahy
Texas/OU Weekend kicks off tonight with a variety of events across the Metroplex. Here are some of the best watching parties and post-game events going on throughout Dallas. We will add to the list as we hear about the events. Continue reading
Filed under beer, Cocktails, Crave, Crave Girl, Danielle Leahy, Events, Fair Park, Football, Texas OU Weekend
