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by | March 5, 2014 · 9:28 am

Dee Lincoln To Open Second Steak & Burger Bar In Plano

benedict-burger-web-versionby Jennifer Thomas

Dee Lincoln announces the second location of Dee Lincoln Steak & Burger Bar, slated to open mid-April in Plano, Texas.  Located at 4701 West Park Boulevard, Lincoln has appointed chef Andrew Powers as executive chef.  The menu is an approachable one with updated steakhouse fare and inventive burger recipes in a comfortable and relaxed setting. 

Powers has been with Lincoln since she opened the first location in Uptown Dallas, September 2013.  Lincoln says, “Chef Powers has that rustic sensibility while at the same time refined cooking that is perfect for this restaurant. He also understands the importance of providing only the best product possible and goes out of his way working with the farmers and purveyors on sourcing.”  Lincoln continues, “Plano has been my home since moving to Texas.  Our daughter has grown up in the neighborhood and several of my loyal fans live in the area. I’m excited to bring this neighborhood restaurant to our community.  The focus is great food, excellent service in a warm and comfortable atmosphere.”    Continue reading →

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by | March 4, 2014 · 2:16 pm

Chipotle And the NTFB Team Up March 11

Chipotleby Jennifer Thomas

On Tuesday, March 11 from 10 a.m.-11 p.m., all 54-DFW area Chipotle restaurants will host a market-wide fundraiser to benefit the North Texas Food Bank. On that day, diners can mention “North Texas Food Bank” when they place their order and 50 percent of the proceeds up to $10,000 will go directly to the food bank.   Continue reading →

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by | February 20, 2014 · 9:03 am

Tequila Aged Beers Event At Goodfriend Feb 23

tasting 2by Jennifer Thomas

Goodfriend Beer Garden & Burger House partners with Lakewood Brewing Co. and Puro Verde Tequila for “¡Ay Dios Amigos!” to release very special beers aged in Puro Verde barrels on Sunday, February 23, 2014. Hosting an all-day event, goodfriend will be the only place to get this world premiere beer. Live music will begin at 3pm featuring Hazardous Dukes, Psycho Pony, and Hell Texas.

This event is a year in the making. Carlos Bell, the general manager at Goodfriend, asked Trey Baumgarner, the owner of Puro Verde Tequila, for four of their Añejo Tequila barrels for Lakewood Brewing Co.  Along with Bell, Matt Tobin, Josh Yingling from Goodfriend and Craig Reeves from Puro Verde Tequila delivered the barrels to Wim Bens from Lakewood Brewing Co. to begin the aging process.  Two barrels of Lakewood Lager (Vienna-style Lager) and 2 barrels of La Dame Du Lac (Bierre de Garde), part of the Lakewood Legendary Series were aged in the Tequila barrels for nine months. A couple of months ago, all parties involved came together for a taste test.   Continue reading →

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by | February 19, 2014 · 10:09 am

Symphony of Chefs Event Feb 24

anthonyby Jennifer Thomas

The KidLinks Foundation is hosting its fourth annual “Symphony of Chefs” fine dining event on February 24, 2014 at the Hilton Anatole, Dallas. Each year the event has sold out, providing funding of therapeutic music programs for special needs children in North Texas. The KidLinks Foundation has raised more than $3.5 million at its two annual events since its inception in 2001.   Continue reading →

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by | February 12, 2014 · 1:43 pm

Village Burger Bar Giving Back In A Huge Way

DSC08996by Jennifer Thomas   photos by Steven Doyle

Mike and Susan Matta, owners of the family owned and operated restaurants, Village Burger Bar, will donate 100% of their profits (from the newest location on Inwood Road) to the North Texas Food Bank until March 31st.

Co-owner Mike Matta says, “Giving back to the community has always been a very important component of our business.  It’s our way of saying thank you to our customers, while also helping and honoring those in need.”     Continue reading →

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by | February 7, 2014 · 10:00 am

Chef Anastacia Quinones And Peak And Elm Team Up For A Sweet Dinner

Anastacia Quiñonesby Jennifer Thomas

Just in time for Valentine’s Day, renowned Executive Chef Anastacia Quinones will partner with Peak & Elm, Friday February 14th, to offer a deliciously romantic Valentine’s Day dinner featuring all locally sourced ingredients from the Dallas Farmers Market. Anastacia, also known as AQ, served as Executive Chef at Dallas restaurants Alma and Komali, but now works as a culinary instructor at Molina High School. This event marks her debut back into kitchen.

Live music and service provided by Molina High School students under the direction of Chef AQ will make the evening truly one of a kind. Patrons can definitely expect a warm dining experience full of culture and tradition.   Continue reading →

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by | February 4, 2014 · 11:50 am

Watch Your Cheese Being Made And Enjoy New Italian Spot In North Dallas

italiaby Jennifer Thomas

Adding to a diverse roster of international restaurants, Village on the Green, the North Dallas mixed-use lifestyle shopping center adjacent to Galleria Dallas, is pleased to announce the opening of La Perla d’Italia.

La Perla d’Italia offers authentic Italian cuisine from Maurizio Primo, a veteran restaurateur and native of Naples, Italy.  In addition, La Perla employs a world-famous Italian cheesemaker, Antonio Pugliesi, who makes fresh cheeses daily.   Continue reading →

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by | January 23, 2014 · 8:58 am

Tanoshii Enters The Great Burger Race In Dallas

Hambaga Classic Japanese Burgerby Jennifer Thomas

Tanoshii Ramen + Bar, which is known for their supple ramen and steamed buns, is now serving a selection of Japanese burgers on their lunch menu.  The hambāgā, a classic Japanese hamburger, is made with 100% ground beef and topped with sweet and spicy miso chili, fresh tomato, onions and lettuce.

The teriyaki chicken burger is prepared with a chicken thigh cutlet, marinated and glazed with ginger teriyaki and topped with Japanese mint and onion tartar sauce.  The vegetarian korokke burger is prepared with a mixed vegetable croquette coated with panko, fried to a golden crisp and topped with fresh wafu-slaw and homemade tonkatsu sauce.    Continue reading →

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