That corner of McKinney and Lemmon in Uptown has been a dead zone for almost a decade. The old Albertsons closed in 2016, and the building has sat dark ever since — a big, empty box in one of the most walkable, food-obsessed neighborhoods in Dallas. Central Market has held the property lease the entire time. Getting something built there has just taken a lot longer than anyone expected.
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Cheese boards are a simple way to turn any gathering into something a little more special. Whether it’s a casual dinner with friends or a lively party, a thoughtfully arranged cheese board invites conversation, tasting, and a little indulgence. A well-curated board balances flavors, textures, and accompaniments, ensuring there’s something for every palate. Here’s a five-cheese lineup that creates variety and depth, along with ideas for what pairs beautifully with each one.
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Central Market is bringing a new side of Germany to Texas with the wildly popular in-store Passport event: Passport Germany. From September 10 – 23, customers can explore unexpected flavors, regional specialties, and the art, music, and dance that make German food culture so rich, surprising, and worth discovering.
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Central Market marks the 30th anniversary of its iconic Hatch Chile Pepper celebration, running August 6–19. For three decades, Central Market has been the definitive Hatch headquarters—offering unmatched flavor, fire, and fan favorites. This milestone year features the Hatch Hall of Flame, with in-store events, exclusive products, chef-inspired recipes, and more.
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Every summer, an unmistakable aroma begins to waft through grocery store parking lots and restaurant patios across the Southwest: the smoky, sweet, slightly earthy scent of roasting Hatch green chiles. For those who know, this is not just another seasonal crop—it’s a signal, a short but celebrated season mid-July through September when a particular New Mexican pepper takes over menus, farmers markets, and culinary imagination.
In Dallas, Hatch pepper season is marked by a surge of pop-up roasters, limited-time restaurant specials, and shoppers filling bags with pounds of the bright green pods. But where do these peppers come from, and why have they achieved such near-mythical status?
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Fort Worth-based serial entrepreneur Justin Anderson introduced Bel Air Ranch Herb & Spice Co. in 2021, offering home cooks a way to elevate everyday meals with bold, distinctly Texan flavors. His signature sugar-free blend, crafted with a unique combination of purple shallots, green peppercorns, and smoky Korean red pepper, quickly gained popularity, becoming a top-selling item at Central Market. Just in time for the holidays, Bel Air Ranch has just launched a full line of six NEW seasoning blends exclusively at Central Market to bring a new depth of flavor to any dish or type of cuisine.
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As summer reaches its peak in Dallas, the Hatch Chile season ignites a fiery excitement among food enthusiasts. These unique peppers, harvested from the fertile soil of Hatch, New Mexico, are celebrated for their distinctive flavor and versatile culinary uses. The 2024 Hatch Chile season promises an array of activities, from roasting events to special menu offerings across the city.
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Crossbuck BBQ & Smokehouse is proud to announce a new agreement with Central Market featuring original recipe Warrior and Carnicero Sauces throughout all of their locations.
“While some people like to argue that great BBQ doesn’t need sauce, the reality is that a lot of people really love BBQ sauces. At Crossbuck, we designed two sauce varieties that capture layered and distinct flavors and can be enjoyed with all different kinds of food, like that brisket you just attempted to smoke for 10 hours at home” says Chef Pitmaster Tim McLaughlin.
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