by | October 3, 2023 · 12:09 pm

Historical Downtown Dallas restaurant space to re-open with new local owner & Dallas chef, Randall Braud

The Metropolitan Café was once a downtown Dallas staple for those working and living in the area to stop in to grab a quick breakfast or lunch before closing after 20 years in November 2021. Now, owner Noemi Chiriac is bringing this classic café back to life this Fall featuring an impressive Executive Chef, redesigned interior, and menu featuring original Metropolitan Café dishes and innovative new ones. Located at 2032 Main St, Dallas, TX 75201, The Metropolitan Café will be open for weekdays for breakfast, lunch, and happy hour. The cafe will also be available to host private events and offer catering.

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by | October 3, 2023 · 12:01 pm

Portillo’s reunites with Lou Malnati’s to offer the Chi-conic Italian Beef Deep Dish

Fans of iconic Chicago eats rejoice! The most raved about Windy City food collaboration of 2022 returns just in time for this holiday season. Lou Malnati’s – the Chicago pizza leader long celebrated for its buttery-crust deep dish – is reuniting with fellow Windy-City giant, Portillo’s – the famed and fast-growing purveyor of unrivaled Chicago-style street food – to give fans and foodies nationwide another chance to savor the most iconic Chicago pizza ever created: the Lou Malnati’s x Portillo’s Italian Beef Deep Dish.

Once again available for nationwide shipping through Lou Malnati’s Tastes of Chicago and for take-home baking at all 80 of the Company’s restaurants, the Lou Malnati’s x Portillo’s Italian Beef Deep Dish Pizza returns for a limited time to satisfy fan demand after last year’s wildly successful debut – when it quickly became the Company’s highest selling limited-time pizza in its 52-year history.

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by | October 3, 2023 · 11:56 am

Fairmont Dallas is Celebrating The State Fair & Rivalry Weekend with Limited Edition Food and Cocktail Menus

With autumn in full swing, Fairmont Dallas is extending an invitation for guests to explore its limited-edition food and cocktail menu inspired by two of Dallas’s most cherished fall events: the State Fair and Rivalry Weekend. The iconic Downtown Dallas Hotel offers the ideal setting for guests to gather and savor exceptional culinary creations and craft cocktails, all in celebration of football, the fair, and the autumn season.

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by | October 3, 2023 · 11:11 am

Twisted Root Burger Co. Giving Back to Susan G. Komen with October Burger of the Month

In honor of Breast Cancer Awareness Month, Twisted Root Burger Co., the restaurant known for its high-quality, made-to-order burgers, is offering guests its Burger of the Month, the “Boobie Burger,” where proceeds will be donated to Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation. 

The burger is complete with chipotle ranch, two mounds of housemade guacamole and two drops of sriracha. Guests can enjoy the burger at all Twisted Root locations while knowing their purchase is going to a great cause now through Tuesday, Oct. 31. 

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by | October 3, 2023 · 11:01 am

The U.S. Air Force Band “Airmen of Note” on Tour

The United States Air Force Band’s premier jazz ensemble “The Airmen of Note” from Washington, D.C. is heading out on a 9-day community relations tour to Texas and New Mexico. The tour honors the service of Airmen both past and present, and highlights the excellence of military members working across the globe. All concerts are free and open to the public though do require tickets. Ticket information for these concerts is available online. 

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by | October 3, 2023 · 10:15 am

Hutchins BBQ Claims National Texas Twinkie Day

Hutchins BBQ, a beloved name in the Texas BBQ scene, proudly announces the inaugural National Texas Twinkie Day celebration on Monday, October 16. The special day honors them as the creator of the Original Texas Twinkie and marks the halfway point between Texas Independence Day and National BBQ Month.

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by | October 2, 2023 · 3:11 pm

Darna Mediterranean Eatery and Bar Unveils New Name & Menu

The iconic Euro-Mediterranean bazaar and eatery in Plano’s iconic Legacy West, Darna Mediterranean Eatery and Bar is proud to unveil its new name (formerly Darna Mediterranean Eatery and Market), menu features and happy hour offerings.

“I believe that evolution is essential in any culinary journey. At Darna especially, we’ve always chosen to embrace change because we believe it is the essence of growth and improvement,” said Yaser Khalaf, Owner of Darna and CEO of Yela Concepts. “The new features align with our vision to be more than just a restaurant; we want to be the heart of cherished moments and truly craft an environment where food becomes a shared experience, so we are confident that guests will love the new features as much as we do.”

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by | September 29, 2023 · 10:15 am

The Best of Texas: Wine, Culture, and Coastal Charm

Texas might be best known for its cowboy culture and its wide-open spaces, but there’s a whole lot more to the Lone Star State than just cowpokes and big skies. From sophisticated wineries to a vibrant music and cultural scene, Texas is brimming with fascinating and intriguing things to see and do.

So whether you are road-tripping from coast to coast, staying for a weekend in Galveston, or just looking for deals and promotions on the best cruises from the Gulf Coast, here are a few awesome things to do in Texas that might challenge your preconceptions of this amazing state. 

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