Category Archives: Road Trip

by Steven Doyle | November 4, 2011 · 8:12 am

Stalking Julie Powell Part Deux

by Steven Doyle

On slower days such as this we like to turn to Facebook for amusement. Nothing charms us more than a look-see through Julie Powell’s Facebook wall where she offers daily quips and anarchy. You may recall Powell from the book Julie and Julia, with the subsequent film of the same title.

She describes herself on Facebook as such: “I may be a narcissistic whore, a libidinous shrew, and a defiler of the institution of marriage, but other than that I’m really a very nice person.”

Stalk on with us as we filter through some of her updates. Continue reading →

Rockstar Bakery Rolling in Dallas

by Crave Staff

What do you get when you combine a delicious treat, a passion for baking excellence and a little bit of rock and roll? The perfect ingredients for an unusual sweet treat as Rockstar Bakeshop has burst onto the truck scene in Dallas with gourmet whoopie pies.

Currently available by special order and at several area farmer’s markets, check out their site for their weekly event schedule and order form. After procuring a special arrangement with the downtown Dallas House of Blues, music patrons can also catch Rockstar Bakeshop at several concerts throughout the year as well. Continue reading →

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by Steven Doyle | August 19, 2011 · 2:33 pm

Lamesa’s Sky-Vue Theater and Legendary Chihuahua

by Steven Doyle

Lamesa’s Sky-Vue Drive-In Theater, established in 1948, is well known through out the state. It is one of a handful of drive-in theaters remaining in the state of Texas. Some claim that the drive-in continues to operate merely to serve the legendary “Chihuahua” sandwich (stacked fried corn tortillas filled with homemade chili, onions, shredded cabbage and pimento cheese with a jalapeño pepper on the side) which is a specialty of the outdoor theater. Continue reading →

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by Steven Doyle | August 12, 2011 · 3:56 pm

Food Truck Sighting of the Day

by Steven Doyle

Food truck sighting of the day would definitely go out to the mobile shaved ice truck which has been insanely popular though out the summer’s beating heat, Enticed.

We spotted their truck today at Strokers, the bikers Mecca on Harry Hines. We can say without hesitation that bikers need love too. Well played, Enticed.

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by Steven Doyle | July 29, 2011 · 11:19 am

Watcha Doin’ This Weekend?

by Crave Staff

We would like to try a new feature each week called Watcha Doin’ This Weekend. This will be a great forum to share ideas on the happenings in Dallas and Fort Worth. What special restaurant do you have reservations for tonight? You may also brag about any weekend travel plans.

Also, we would like to invite any establishment wishing to announce a special, opening, or concert to share with us here. Consider this a free ad. Continue reading →

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by Steven Doyle | July 20, 2011 · 4:14 pm

Tales of the Cocktail: Once Upon A Time

by Steven Lindsey photos by Rod Orta

Tales from the Cocktail begins today in New Orleans and Crave DFW is there for every last sip. For the next few days, and probably a few after it’s all over, we’ll be reporting on the newest trends in cocktails, the latest and greatest brands to hit the market, and pretty much anything booze-related we can get our lips around. Continue reading →

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