by Joy Jangles
We’re traveling to Europe for this week’s brunch series – all the way to the quaint and magical city of Positano, Italy. Through the twisting winding roads tucked throughout the Amalfi coast, the luxurious Le Sirenuse sits atop a hill, feeding your eyes with one of the most magnificent views you’ll ever see. Continue reading
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by Steven Doyle photos by Joy Jangles
A few nights ago I was at a party that included a more than a dozen chefs from Dallas as we gathered to celebrate a birthday. It was great affair and the beer and sangria were flowing at Cane Rosso. There were enough people at the party that the owner Jay Jerrier opened his doors on his night off.
Towards the end of the evening I sat with a few people including Jerrier and discussed pizza in Dallas. Jay gave me his list of favorites and some of the others made a short list. Everyone seemed to have their special pies for different reasons. We certainly have ours. But before I share my picks, allow me to show you what some others in the area think about the state of pizza in DFW and beyond. Continue reading
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by Joy Jangles
Back when I lived in Tucson, I fell in love with the authentic Mexican cuisine over there – house made tangy and spicy tomatillo salsas, tortillas made from scratch, and the day-long simmered sauces. You can literally taste the love in native Mexican dishes, what better way to feel at home than eating food that’s made from the heart? Continue reading
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by Joy Jangles
Patrizio brings the elegance and flavors of Italy through their classic European decor and rich flavorful dishes. The grand interior has magnificent high vaulted ceilings filled with soft natural light from the beautifully arched windows. Continue reading
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by Joy Jangles
This week I had the pleasure of interviewing Chef Brian Luscher from The Grape who is sharing his very special recipe for his Country-Style Frittata. Made from fresh farm eggs, pancetta, broccoli and oven dried tomatoes– this frittata is delightfully fluffy with crispy edges topped with Asiago and creamy goat cheese. Continue reading
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by Joy Jangles
The good people at Horne and Dekker are all about having fun while making great taste food. “It’s the culmination of a laid back personality, love of food and vast experience that blossomed into this restaurant concept.”
Today executive Chef Corey Smith is joining us today to share his Strawberry Brioche French Toast with Vanilla Bean Mascarpone drizzled with a warm Vermont maple syrup. Yes it’s as magical as it sounds and would be absolutely perfect for Brunch on any lazy weekend morning. Chef Smith’s French Toast is like opening up the best Christmas present on Christmas morning. He takes a brioche loaf and soaks it in milk and spices, fries it and stuffs it full with a creamy vanilla bean mascarpone. It’s the perfect little “package” to tear into, melting into the wonderful glory of crispy brioche pieces swimming in sweet Vermont syrup and generously covered with fresh strawberries. Continue reading
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by Joy Jangles
Living in Dallas, one of the best things about the city is scouring out the gems of culinary greatness. At Parigi, they’ve been serving fresh, playful dishes for over 25 years and strive to work with local farmers to obtain the highest quality ingredients. Continue reading
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By Joy Jangles
Today was going to be an EPIC day. Today, strangers and friends from all over are piling into Dallas’ wildest bus and together they will embark on one of the city’s best adventures: Dallas’ Pizza Tour 2011. Continue reading
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