Category Archives: fun with food

by Steven Doyle | May 4, 2012 · 11:26 am

Celebrate Cinco de Mayo 2012 in Dallas

by Steven Doyle

For most it is not a matter if, but where to celebrate Cinco de Mayo. The origins of the holiday hardly has roots in copious amounts of margaritas and cheap Mexican beer, but instead considered the turning point in what was until then a losing fight against the powerful invading French forces. The “Battle of Puebla” gave the Mexican people a renewed sense of hope in defending their beloved country and the eventual victory on May 5, 1862.

I suppose anytime you defeat invading French forces is a fantastic time to take a nip of tequila and should be celebrated in style. We assembled a few ways to pay your respects to Mexico and still possibly get your drink on at the same time. Continue reading →

Austin’s Yumé Burger Visiting The Texas Food TruckFest In Dallas

by Jerry Stewart

Austin’s Yumé Burger is hitting the road and joining food trucks from all over the state at the first annual Texas Food Truck Fest in Dallas. Founders Eric Silverstein and Mark Tamiso will showcase their delicious and innovative Japanese-inspired burgers and hot dogs, like the JapaJam and the Yume Dog. Continue reading →

TJ’s Has Some Class At DUO

by Jon Alexis photos by Robert Bostick

Texans – we can slow smoke a brisket to perfection. Why are we still scared of cooking seafood at home? Take it from someone who isn’t a chef: Fish is easy. But shellfish? Even easier.

So I jumped at the opportunity to partner with Yolanda Banks for a shellfish cooking class in her series of “Fresh is Fabulous” cooking classes at DUO All Things Culinary. Continue reading →

Kenny Bowers Wants You To Eat His 24 Inch Weiner: UPDATED

by Steven Doyle

Just when you thought it safe to put away your defibrillator, Kenny Bowers, that irreverent chef who runs Kenny’s Woodfire Grill and Kenny’s Burger Joint has come out with a massive piece of meat on a bun. No, we are not talking about the El Jefe Grande that weighs in at seven pounds stuffed with seven thousand calories. This is a gargantuan hot dog to rival Nolan Ryan’s two foot long dog at the Ballpark at Arlington. Continue reading →

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by Steven Doyle | April 25, 2012 · 9:04 am

Celebrate OysterFest At Fish City Grill With Oyster Eating Contest

by Jerry Stewart

As part of OysterFest 2012, Fish City Grill is hosting the third annual oyster eating contest benefiting the March of Dimes. But you don’t have to compete to enjoy the festivities. All oyster lovers are invited to Fish City Grill on April 29^th for a free event featuring live music, beer, crawfish and lots of oysters. Attendees can snack on featured oysters including: Continue reading →

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by Steven Doyle | April 23, 2012 · 12:27 pm

Hypnotic Donuts Does Biscuits Too

by Steven Doyle

Donuts might not be the most politically correct food that you might choose, but when did that ever stop us. Seriously, donuts filled with imagination as well as plenty of bacon, Cap’n Crunch or jalapenos cannot be wrong and Hypnotic Donuts hit’s the spot.

When you meet donut mogul and owner James St. Peter you can’t help but sport a smile. This man is seriously the Willy Wonka of fried dough and seems to meet each day with verve which is spoon-fed by his artistry. This leaves his customers in total fascination. St. Peter’s product is total comfort food at its finest. Continue reading →

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by Steven Doyle | April 19, 2012 · 12:04 pm

Band Of Brewers Beer Dinner At Gin Mill

by Steven Doyle

On Tuesday, April 24, 2012 The Gin Mill will host a craft beer dinner and feature some what we consider to be some pretty awe inspiring beers including Stone, Oskar Blues, Deep Ellum Brewing Company, Brewery Ommegang, Left Hand and Duvel. Continue reading →

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by Steven Doyle | April 18, 2012 · 10:26 am

First Look: Carbone’s

by Steven Doyle

Yesterday Julian Barsotti opened his latest concept, Carbone’s which is located just next to Nosh on Oak Lawn in Dallas. Carbone’s compliments Barsotti’s Italian restaurant Nonna extremely well and features much of the fresh pastas, cheeses and sauces that he creates daily at the restaurant. At Carbone’s you may dine-in, but you can also buy the various components for your very own Barsotti dinner at home.

In addition to fresh sauces and pastas, you will also find remarkable hand-made meats and salumi. Continue reading →

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