by | March 4, 2019 · 12:42 pm

A Conversation with Chef Antonio Avona

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by Alex Gonzales

Having served Dallas with some of the best Italian food for nearly 40 years, Antonio Avona is an expert in his craft. Upon arriving to Dallas from Calabria, Italy in 1981, Avona worked the late great renowned restaurateur Phil Vaccaro as the Executive Chef at Mario’s. He worked at Mario’s until 1998, when he decided to open his own restaurant, Antonio’s Ristorante, in Addison. For over 20 years, Antonio’s Ristorante has served some of the best Italian food in Far North Dallas. Continue reading →

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by | March 4, 2019 · 12:23 pm

By the Horns Brewing Opens

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After months of work and lots of beer-related R&D, By the Horns Brewing has opened its doors in Mansfield. The concept was created by Jason Boso, the restaurateur behind Twisted Root and Truck Yard, and features house-brewed beers, a full bar and delicious tacos in a comfortable indoor/outdoor space. It’s ready to serve you lunch, dinner and drinks—all you have to do is stop by. In fact, if you’re in the neighborhood for the St. Paddy’s Pickle Parade, By the Horns will be selling beer to-go. Because one cannot properly attend a pickle parade without a beer in hand. Continue reading →

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by | March 4, 2019 · 9:30 am

Press Waffle Co. Offers Unique Breakfast Magic

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Press Waffle Co. is doing what it does best; taking a breakfast staple and making it better than ever. Except this month only, it’s putting a spin on not one, but two breakfast staples. Continue reading →

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by | February 28, 2019 · 10:33 am

The History of Tamales and Where to Find Them in Dallas

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Tamales can be traced back to as early as 7000 B.C. in Pre-Columbian history, when the Aztec women were taken along in battle as cooks for the army.  They made the masa for the tortillas, stews, drinks, etc. But as the warring tribes of the Aztec, Mayan, and Inca cultures grew, there was a need to have a more portable yet sustainable food and the tamales could be made ahead of time, packed and warmed as needed. This requirement demanded the creativity of the women and the tamale was born. Continue reading →

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by | February 27, 2019 · 12:33 pm

Dallas Fish Market Adds Raw Bar

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It’s no secret that we are fans of Dallas Fish Market and chef Richard Triptow. He is a master in the kitchen and his dishes are pure art. His culinary experience had him working under three chefs at The Mansion: Dean Fearing, John Tesar, and Bruno Davaillon.

“The kitchen under Fearing was a very competitive environment, and most of what I learned about seafood came from Tesar. He took me under his wing and really taught me the styles and techniques that I still use today. Bruno definitely passed along his French influence to me,” Triptow told us. Continue reading →

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by | February 27, 2019 · 9:33 am

2019 James Beard Finalists from DFW

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The James Beard Foundation announced today its list of Restaurant and Chef Award semifinalists in advance of the 29th annual James Beard Awards. The prestigious group of semifinalists across all categories represents a wide collection of culinary talent, from
exceptional chefs and dining destinations nationally and across ten different regions to the best new restaurants, outstanding bar, outstanding baker, and a rising star chefs 30 years of age or under. Continue reading →

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by | February 27, 2019 · 8:00 am

Fletch Premiers at Rustic March 4th

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Vic and Jace Fletcher, granddaughters of Dallas’ late corn dog king, Neil Fletcher, have partnered to create “Fletch, purveyors of fine stick food,” a new pop-up restaurant, catering and concessions concept. Their Papa Neil invented the fried food delicacy and introduced it at the State Fair of Texas in 1942. Nearly a century later, the mother-daughter duo has given the classic deep-fried cuisine a healthier, modern spin. Continue reading →

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by | February 26, 2019 · 12:30 pm

Perry’s Steakhouse Builds New Location Off Klyde Warren Park

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Perry’s Steakhouse & Grille announced that it will be relocating its Uptown location in late 2019. The established steakhouse is moving down the street into the Park District development at 2100 Olive St. Perry’s will occupy the two-story space below the Residences at Park District at the corner of Woodall Rodgers Freeway and Olive Street, with expansive views of Klyde Warren Park and Downtown Dallas. Continue reading →

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