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by | September 26, 2018 · 9:30 am

Shacking up in Denton!

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Looking for your favorite seafood customized to your taste buds?  Want to crack crabs but not have your hands smell fishy? Look no more as the Shell Shack in Denton has officially completed its remodel and ready for you to dine.

Shell Shack, which opened this past Spring recently remodeled adding its signature colorful chalkboard walls and white tables.  The décor has changed but not the food which is still customized to your liking using the freshest ingredients. And don’t worry, the hospital-grade handing washing machine is available that cleans your hands and shines your jewelry at the same time. Continue reading →

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by | May 15, 2018 · 1:42 pm

British Baker and Food Network Star in Lewisville

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Are you planning a tea party with crumpets and scones to watch Meghan Markle marry her prince?  Perhaps you want a unique decedent cake made by a Food Network baker? Or, you just want a gooey yummy brownie for no reason.  Whatever your pastry and dessert dreams are, you can find them on King Arthurs Blvd…in Lewisville. Continue reading →

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by | May 14, 2018 · 9:28 am

Cooking Soup to Nuts (And Enter to Win A Cookbook)

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Soup is a necessity for our soul.  It warms us when we are cold, soothes us when we are sick and creates a meal when only food odds and ends are available.  We throw stuff into a pot, add broth and a boil with a simmer later, soups on! My love for soup brought me to local Chef Becky Foulk and her cookbook, “Cooking Soup to Nuts.”

Normally Crave guides you to the best restaurants in Dallas but this time, we are in Chef Becky’s home kitchen to talk soup, make soup and most importantly, eat soup.  We also discussed her cookbook and the inspiration behind it. Continue reading →

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by | September 21, 2017 · 10:43 am

The Legend of Tupelo Honey at the Star

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In 1972, Van Morrison intoxicated us with his love song Tupelo Honey.  Using his soulful voice and melodies, he had everyone looking for a love “as sweet as tupelo honey.”  In September 2017, Stephen Frabitore introduced DFW to Tupelo Honey, an eating establishment designed to satisfy our need for Southern cuisine. Continue reading →

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by | March 23, 2017 · 9:56 am

Drink and Eat Tex-Mex Your Way at T. Blanco’s

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Are you looking for an eating place that not only serves freshly-made Tex-Mex and a variety of unique adult beverages?  You don’t have to look far because T. Blanco’s has opened its new location in Addison (off Beltline and Addison Rd) and they are ready to fill your belly and quench your thirst.

Thomas White with his sons Hunter and Mason have created a Mexican haven with stimulating décor that encourages smiles, eating and drinking.  With Chef Jimmy Villarreal creating his food masterpieces using freshly- ground spices, diners and drinkers are in for treat.   Continue reading →

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by | March 6, 2017 · 11:12 am

Breakfast With Ida Claire

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Have you ever wanted to go Down the Rabbit Hole and Grow a Pear while eating breakfast but just could not find the right spot?  Want food with a southern flair will staying in the Metroplex? Your wants are now reality since Ida Claire in Addison started serving breakfast.

As you walk up to Ida Claire, you are immediately greeted by a décor that is not only appealing to the eyes, but reminds you of the “good ole days” and the flea market but with a modern twist.  From the vintage Airstream trailer, tables made out of fans and the bust of Elvis welcoming you, the good juju is felt immediately to set the mood for a hearty made-from-scratch breakfast.   Continue reading →

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