The saying is “go big or go home”. The World Record for “largest group sake bomb” is 213. And, as we all know, records are made to be broken. So on April 8 (11 to 2pm), that’s exactly what Sushi Marquee will attempt to do. Continue reading
Urban Taco McKinney Ave Closing, Velvet Taco Opening
Urban Taco’s McKinney Avenue location in Uptown will be closing on Saturday, March 31 following dinner service to make way for Velvet Taco.
Creator and Partner of Urban Taco, Markus Pineyro explains they have outgrown the location and chose to not renew the lease after 9 years. The partners feel a different concept such as Velvet Taco is a better fit for the neighborhood at this stage. Continue reading
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NTFB Taste of the Cowboys Ultimate Tailgate Party April 8th
Make plans for the 2018 Taste of the Cowboys, held at the Ford Center at the Star in Frisco. Hosted by the Dallas Cowboys Offensive-Line, led by Travis Frederick, former Dallas Cowboys Chad Hennings and Preston Pearson, and Chef Kent Rathbun, the event will feature past and present Dallas Cowboys players, Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders, live entertainment, and 30 gourmet tailgate food stations from North Texas’ hottest restaurants and chefs.
All proceeds will provide critical funds to support the nutritional needs of the one in four children in North Texas who are food insecure. Buy your tickets here.
April 8, 2018
5:30 pm – 6:30 pm – VIP
6:30 pm – 10:00 pm – Main Event
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Restaurant Workers Win Ownership of Their Tips
Restaurant workers and their allies scored a historic victory last week winning bipartisan support from members of Congress and the administration to include a provision in the omnibus budget bill — just signed into law this afternoon — that codifies protections for tipped restaurant workers against employers, supervisors, and managers taking any portion of their tips.
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An Evening With Karen Cakebread April 4th
by Steven Doyle
Karen Cakebread launched ZIATA—named for her beloved mother Mary Annunziata Webb—in 2008 with a widely revered Sauvignon Blanc and Pinot Noir. Today, the collection also includes the Mia Madre Red Blend, a moving tribute to Karen’s mom. Embarking on her own business venture gave Karen the opportunity to become immersed in every aspect of guiding a wine from vine to bottle to table. Depending on the day, that may mean vineyard sourcing and blending or package design and marketing strategy. Continue reading
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If Your Burger Has The Blues It Is A Good Thing
by Steven Doyle
In an unlikely section of West Dallas they are making a burger that is altogether satisfying and rates high on our list of great Dallas burgers. Blues Burger is located on Mockingbird near Harry Hines where every good burger should be made, I suppose. But seriously, you will enjoy this one. Continue reading
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Derby Day at Turner House May 5th
The Oak Cliff Society of Fine Arts debuts Derby Day at Turner House on Saturday, May 5, 2018 from 3:00 to 7:00 p.m. Turner House is located adjacent to the Bishop Arts District at 401 N. Rosemont Avenue, Dallas, 75208. Styled as a whimsical and luxurious lawn party, Derby Day at Turner House will feature: Continue reading
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Hook Line Kicks Up Low Country Cuisine
by Steven Doyle
What happens when you have a classic 21-year old seafood restaurant that is endeared by the public, but add in a classically trained chef with an amazing history working in some of the best kitchens? You get Hook, Line and Sinker’s new sister restaurant in Plano called Hook Line. It is a bit more upscale, the dishes are kicked up and the chef is having a great time. Continue reading
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