Category Archives: Plano

by Steven Doyle | October 24, 2011 · 12:28 pm

Mi Chula is a Fresh Oasis in Plano

by Steven Doyle

Last week we were in Plano and on a hunt for lunch. In the familiar surrounding of Preston near 121 we were looking for something new to taste having enjoyed Holy Grail Pub and the numerous Indian and Middle Eastern haunt in that area. At once we spotted Mi Chula and suddenly was stricken with the desire relleno, the greatest quality control dish at any new restaurant we wish to sample.

Mi Chula was founded in late 2007 by a team of restaurant innovators including Joey Shashy, founder of Uncle Julio’s. When Joey sold Uncle Julio’s several years ago, he was still committed to exploring new ways to bring great Mexican food to the DFW market. Continue reading →

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by Steven Doyle | August 16, 2011 · 2:43 pm

Sean Conner of Whiskey Cake Star of the Bar

by Crave Staff

On Monday at the Dallas ultralounge Candleroom, no one could hold a candle to Sean Conner’s mixology skills. As a result, he could make the cover of GQ Magazine.

Conner, Bar Manager at Whiskey Cake Kitchen & Bar, won the Dallas finals of the 2011 Nation’s Most Inspired Bartender Search, presented by GQ magazine and Bombay Sapphire. He will represent Dallas in the national Most Inspired contest on Sept. 11-13 at The Palms Hotel in Las Vegas, Nev., the winner of which will be a cover model for GQ, among other accolades.

“It was awesome, and a lot of fun,” Conner said. “I was in the company of a lot of great bartenders from the area, and to win the contest against them was a real honor and a sweet rush.” Continue reading →

Social 121 Fuses With The Globe

by Crave Staff

Social 121 will transform into the hottest International Night in the Plano/Frisco area with Video DJ IVAN G taking controls. Arabic, Persian, Brazilian, Latino Pop, Salsa, Merengue, Top 40, Middle Eastern, World music will make this the only and hottest night like this in the area!

Thursdays 10:00 pm – 2:00 am

5760 State Highway 121, Plano, TX 75024

(972) 377-2500

www.social121.net

Franciscan Wine Dinner at Jaspers

by Steven Doyle

Last evening I was invited to join a roomful of spirited enthusiasts at Jasper’s for the wine dinner hosted by Franciscan Estates. This not only gave us a keen look at the rich wines from California but also a fresh peek at the cuisine coming from the Plano kitchen.

We were greeted early in the evening by Franciscan winemaker Michael Eckstein, who will be in Dallas tonight for a look at wine blending before moving on to Austin and Houston on his week long junket to Texas. As the passed appetizers floated freely in the room we sipped a beautiful 2008 Sauvignon Blanc which was simply refreshing on the palate as we escaped the soaring 100-degree heat of the day. The wonderful melon and grassy notes soothed as the wine finished well with a muted lime. The wine retails across Dallas for about $17. Continue reading →

Duke’s in Plano + Cane Rosso Keeps Better Hours

Master of Pies, Jerrier getting funky in the house

by Bryan Coonrod

Cane Rosso the beloved mecca for pizza in Deep Ellum is opening up on Wednesday Nights and will have a DJ playing 80’s and 90’s party rock hits from 6-10. Hmmm I wonder who the DJ might be?

Wednesday evening will be labeled as Industry Night, but all are welcome. To kick things off right owner Jay Jerrier is offering $3 craft beer, $5 house wines -or- BYOB. Continue reading →

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by Steven Doyle | April 25, 2011 · 2:11 pm

Coal Vines Opens in Shops at Legacy

by Steven Doyle

Last Thursday marked the first glimpse of the pending Plano installment of Coal Vines in the Shops at Legacy, the coal-fired pizzeria that serves up some great wines and pizza. The occasion allowed the franchisee to work with the concept corporate chef, Samir Dhurandhar who also oversees the other Phil Romano restaurants Nick and Sam’s Steakhouse as well as Nick and Sam’s Grill. Continue reading →

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by Steven Doyle | March 24, 2011 · 10:00 am

Duke’s Original Roadhouse to Open Soon in Plano

by Bryan Coonrod

With locations in Bedford and Addison, Duke’s is bringing the fun to Plano at the former Carolina’s Mexican Cuisine location at 3310 N Central Expwy . Construction crews have finished the huge patio which is very popular at the Addison location and are now working on the inside getting Continue reading →

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