by | August 19, 2022 · 1:22 pm

Food History That Shall be Forgotten

In for a spot of fun today? My grandparents owned in the late 50’s and 60’s and served a mess of salads that would be considered today horrifying, yet a few were quite tasty. They served these along with fresh squeezed orange juice, polite sandwiches and even more salads. The restaurant was tucked away at the feet of a giant Bell Telephone building in Wichita, KS and served a large group of phone company operators who, apparently, were into these salads made of Jell-O and mayonnaise.

I call out granny, but she really could cook. But there were disturbing trends of the times, and they were a bit unsettling.

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by | August 19, 2022 · 10:22 am

Four Mistakes to Avoid When Buying an Espresso Machine

It’s easy to see the appeal of espresso machines. After all, they give users more control over making coffee drinks than a French press or drip coffee makers. However, they aren’t cheap. And all their attractive features come at a price. So, any mistakes you make when shopping for the desired machine can cost you a lot more.

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by | August 18, 2022 · 3:28 pm

Registration Opens TOMORROW for Addison Oktoberfest’s Dachshund Dash (Oktoberfest Info)

At Addison Oktoberfest, which runs this year from Sept. 15-18, Sunday is Sunday Hund-Day, and German dog breeds are recognized and celebrated. While personal pets are not permitted, there’s plenty of furry fun to enjoy. Cheer on some tiny racers at the Dachshund Dash (advance, online registration here is required to participate). Then, meet some dogs and learn about some of the many breeds that originated in Germany at the German Dog Showcase.

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by | August 17, 2022 · 3:30 pm

Rosé Cocktails from the Pale, for End of Summer Sipping

If you’re looking to mix up your summer sipping, look to rosé cocktails from The Pale (SRP $16.99), a rosé by the iconic creator of Whispering Angel, Sacha Lichine.

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by | August 16, 2022 · 5:54 pm

Final weeks for “Becoming Jane: The Evolution of Dr. Jane Goodall” Exhibition at the Perot Museum

Dr. Jane Goodall in Gombe National Park, Tanzania

It’s the final weeks to experience “Becoming Jane: The Evolution of Dr. Jane Goodall” at the Perot Museum of Nature and Science before it closes Labor Day (Sept. 5, 2022). World-renowned conservationist and ethologist Dr. Jane Goodall – who has famously studied chimpanzees in the wild for more than 60 years – is celebrated in this special exhibition, produced in partnership with the National Geographic Society and the Jane Goodall Institute.

“Becoming Jane” explores Dr. Goodall’s life, from her early years as an intrepid young woman with a dream to learn about animals in Africa, to establishing herself as a renowned scientist in Gombe, Tanzania, to her present role as an activist and mentor for creating a better world for life on Earth.

For more details and to purchase tickets in advance, go to the Perot website.

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by | August 16, 2022 · 4:41 pm

Naf Naf Middle Eastern Grill Celebrates Opening First Texas Restaurant in Frisco

Naf Naf means “Fan the Flame” in Arabic. It’s an invitation to gather around the grill and share a great meal.

Every Naf promises to be your host and offer a unique dining experience that brings people together through authentic Middle Eastern food and genuine hospitality. The rapidly growing brand is now welcoming guests to its table and sharing the Middle East’s finest flavors in its first Dallas-Fort Worth restaurant in Frisco.

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by | August 16, 2022 · 4:03 pm

Brunch at Neiman Marcus Cafe in NorthPark

by Steven Doyle

Brunch could very well be the best part of a weekend. It is lingering, it is friend-filled, you may day drink without despair and the food. The food is definitely a central focus since it is unusual fare from what we dine on throughout the week.  I am not trying to convince you that brunch is amazing, you already know this.

To point we transport you a day or two in the future to this weekend’s brunch at Neiman Marcus NorthPark.

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by | August 16, 2022 · 12:08 pm

Knife Plano to Host a French Celebration Dinner on August 31st

Knife Steakhouse in Plano will host a five-course pairing dinner showcasing Knife’s classical approach to steakhouse cuisine. Having trained at La Varenne Ecole de Cuisine in Paris, Chef John Tesar’s French influence will be highlighted as guests indulge in some of Knife’s most iconic dishes, as well as a few exclusive to the evening.

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