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Review: Village Kitchen

Andre Natera picby Steven Doyle

Long time readers know that I am definitely a fan of Andre Natera and his own brand of cooking. You can always count on fresh, locally sourced ingredients used in his French-influenced method in the kitchen. It goes with out saying that he is one of the best chefs in Dallas and deserves a proper platform to execute his talent. The new incarnation of what was Marquee Grill is now the Village Kitchen. This is the latest to occupy the spot in an effort to shine more friendly, and be inclusive for more people, and even families all through the week.    Continue reading

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Village Kitchen Opens Thursday

VK roasted chicken webby Steven Doyle

We have been patiently waiting for the Village Kitchen to open up, you know, the re-imagined Marquee Grill in Highland  Park Village. Today we were sent word that it will open this coming Thursday, August 22nd for lunch and dinner.  Village Kitchen promises an approachable yet playful menu in a comfortable and casual setting.

Executive Chef Andre Natera explains, “Village Kitchen will be a true neighborhood restaurant that will serve the needs of our guests any day of the week with a lunch and dinner menu that is accessible and relevant to the entire family with reasonable price points.  Our kid’s menu will offer classics and healthy choices as well.  We will also be offering a menu of indulgent shakes and floats.  Each day of the week will feature one particular entrée unique to that day.”    Continue reading

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Andre Natera Is Trying To Seduce You With His Skills

Chef Andre Natera, photo by Danny Fulgencio - dannyfulgencio.comby Steven Doyle

I know I am not the only one impressed with the marvelous job Andre Natera is doing over at Marquee Grill in Highland Park Village. His deft hand plays merriment on our palate, and it seems he never grows weary of playfulness in his kitchen.

We will settle for our nunchaku and bow hunting skills all the while as we lust after the following weekend specials he sent our way in email today. Check out the photos below and enjoy licking your monitor, or just make reservations.   Continue reading

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Lounge 31 Adds Crudo Sushi Bar

lounge31by Steven Doyle

Lounge 31 has become the place for drinks and light dining offering a perfect blend of casual sophistication, cozy corners, and European flair.  Along with its eclectic menu of lite bites, Lounge 31 has expanded its culinary offerings with a recently introduced Crudo Sushi Bar featuring Chef Chin “Steve” Liang who delights guests with his precise sushi artistry. Liang shows his true passion for Asian and fusion cuisines with a menu featuring an assortment of Japanese sushi rolls and sashimi, Italian crudo, freshly shucked oysters and more.  Continue reading

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Marquee Grill’s Lunch Menu Delivers Big

SONY DSCby Melissa Robert

When choosing where to meet a friend for lunch in Dallas, you have what is commonly referred to as a “first world problem.” There are many, many great choices. Sure, there’s Hopdoddy with a line wrapped around the building, or one of the new exciting food trucks that has recently debuted on the Dallas food scene. But, if the weather isn’t so great and you forgot the website where you track down the food truck closest to you, do yourself a favor and check out the tasty lunch menu at Marquee Grill. Situated in Highland Park Village, Chef Andre Natera has forged a lunch menu that no friend would pass up meeting with you to try.      Continue reading

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Molto Formaggio Celebrates Cheese Month With Special Dinner

by Jennifer Thomas

American Cheese Month is a celebration of North America’s delicious and diverse cheeses, and the farmers, artisans, and cheesemakers who bring them to us.  The October class at Molto Formaggio will be a celebration of American Cheese Month and will feature cheeses served as appetizers, used in food dishes, and presented as a delicious dessert alternative.   Continue reading

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Tre Wilcox Offers A New Brunch

by Steven Doyle

Brunch is the backbone of the Dallas dining society. We have literally done 100’s of brunch stories on craveDFW and featured Chef Tre Wilcox from the Village Marquee Texas Grill last year. The Top Chef continues to update and improve his menus and most recently revamped his brunch offerings by adding spicier selections to reflect this city’s adoration for Texas flare.

The most outrageously wonderful dish you will find on the menu is the hang-over cure, the Hung Pig sandwich. This pile of pork includes Tre’s own sausage, BBQ pulled pork, bacon and a fried egg. The sandwich is juicy and satisfying and fulfills any bacon contract you may have had for the day.          Continue reading

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Champagne Bar ’31’ Opens Tonight In Highland Park Village

by Crave Staff

Tonight the Lombardi family opens their latest venture, 31. The casually sophisticated bar will feature champagnes, cocktails and light dining created by the staff of Bistro 31. The Lombardi’s are aiming for a historic villa vibe that will harken back to 1931 when the Village was first built.

31 features luxurious but intimate spaces including a champagne bar, terrace villa, and outdoor patio that link the two interior spaces. Bistro tables spill out from the terrace villa to the patio and continue down to surround the Italian-tiled fountain below.    Continue reading

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