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by Steven Doyle | June 10, 2025 · 1:04 pm

Mercat Bistro for a Delicious Parisian Affair

In the Harwood District of Dallas brushing the edge of downtown, Mercat Bistro offers a polished take on the Parisian café, blending European sophistication with Texas charm. From the moment one steps onto the cobblestone-style patio or slips into the intimate, zinc-topped tables indoors, the bistro communicates refinement without pretense. The ambiance is classically continental—elegant chandeliers, art-deco flourishes, and a playlist heavy on Edith Piaf—designed to transport diners far from Uptown and straight to the Left Bank.

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by craveDFW | August 28, 2024 · 4:16 pm

Bouchon Las Vegas: A Taste of French Elegance in Las Vegas

Within the vibrant Venetian Resort in Las Vegas, Bouchon Las Vegas stands as a culinary beacon of French elegance and sophistication. This celebrated restaurant, part of the Bouchon Bistro family founded by acclaimed chef Thomas Keller, offers an exceptional dining experience that transports guests from the bustling Strip to the charming streets of Paris. This comprehensive article explores the essence of Bouchon Las Vegas, highlighting its menu, ambiance, and impact on the Las Vegas dining scene.

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by craveDFW | July 31, 2024 · 5:53 pm

Le Bilboquet is a Parisian Dream

Le Bilboquet Dallas is a sophisticated French bistro located in the upscale Knox-Henderson neighborhood. It’s the sister restaurant of the original La Bilboquet in New York City, which was established in 1986 by Philippe Delgrange. The Dallas location opened in 2013 and quickly became a favorite among the city’s elite, attracting a stylish crowd with its blend of Parisian charm and Southern hospitality.

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by Steven Doyle | July 25, 2023 · 6:41 am

Let’s Talk Profiteroles

We have noticed a proliferation of profiteroles on menus as of late, and for good reason since they are super easy to make and can be complex in decoration from spun sugar to delicious custards or creams.

A profiterole is a type of pastry, often better known as the cream puff. It shouldn’t be confused with pastries made with filo dough, which can be called puff pastry. Instead, the average profiterole is made with a type of dough called choux pastry, which is a combination of flour, butter, eggs, and water. Usually, this mixture is spooned onto or piped onto baking pans in a round shape, and then baked until browned. The interior of the choux pastry has a soft scrambled egg-type center that is removed before the pastry is filled.

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by Steven Doyle | June 9, 2023 · 9:43 am

Le Bilboquet is a Moving Feast

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Nostalgic is the proper word to describe Le Bilboquet, the French bouchon on Travis near Knox in Dallas. Here you will find only the classics from a beautiful endive salad, escargot to plenty of foie to keep the heart palpitating in the right direction. Le Bilboquet is somewhat displaced from an era gone but never forgotten.

The restaurant may be a throwback to a time in France where expats sipped espresso or a Chambery Cassis, dined on tournedos and slathers of foie terrine and toast. You may find all these at the Dallas le Bilboquet and so much more, all executed in a dreamy sequence that defies time. This is a good thing.

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by Steven Doyle | November 9, 2020 · 10:43 am

Harwood District’s Mercat Bistro Offers Parisian Escape

For Dallas diners looking to feel transported to France, Mercat Bistro, the Parisian-inspired bistro nestled in the Harwood District, is now offering weekend brunch every Saturday and Sunday from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

The authentically appointed restaurant also features new weekday breakfast and lunch menus all created by Mercat Bistro’s Executive Chef, Taylor Kearney, an award-winning chef who is well-versed in French cuisine.

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by Steven Doyle | May 15, 2020 · 2:35 pm

Mercat Set to Re-Open

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Plenty of restaurants are remainig closed, or take-out only at this time. Sadly, some are shuttered for good. We won’t be reporting on all the openings, but want to point out a few beloved ones as they open.

Harwood District is set to begin phase two of their Return to Safely Serve plan with the opening of Mercat Bistro and Magnolias: Sous Le Pont, on Monday, May 18, 2020. This follows their initial phase of successfully hosting a sold-out pop-up Mother’s Day weekend brunch event at Marie Gabrielle Restaurant and Gardens. Continue reading →

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by Steven Doyle | September 9, 2019 · 8:07 am

Julien Eelsen at Whisk Crepes Cafe Brings the Taste of Paris to Dallas

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Certain aspects of crepe-making have remained constant since its advent in the 1100s, spreading the batter onto a very hot surface for 30 to 60 seconds, each side is cooked until it looks like the surface of the moon.

Sweet and savory versions have always existed; traditionally lemon and sugar, and ham, cheese, and egg. Continue reading →

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