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by Steven Doyle | June 9, 2025 · 4:57 pm

El Refrán Mexican Buffet in Farmers Branch

Located in Farmers Branch, El Refrán Mexican Buffet offers more than just a meal—it serves a full-on celebration of Mexico’s rich and varied food traditions. From the moment you walk through the door, the warm hum of conversation and the aroma of slow-simmered meats and roasted chiles welcome you like an old friend. The space itself is bright and casual, with tiled floors, rustic décor, and just enough color to echo the spirit of a family kitchen in Guadalajara or Puebla. But the real showstopper here is the buffet—a sprawling, no-frills spread that’s both generous and genuinely rooted in tradition.

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by Steven Doyle | May 27, 2025 · 10:08 am

Cantina Laredo to Host Flecha Azul Tequila Dinner June 19

Join Cantina Laredo in Frisco for an exclusive Four-Course Tequila Dinner on Thursday, June 19, where the vibrant spirit of Mexico comes alive in every bite and sip.

The evening begins at 7:00 p.m. with a cocktail reception featuring a curated Flecha Azul Tequila flight. At 7:30 p.m., indulge in a four-course culinary journey, with each course expertly paired with a full-size cocktail crafted with Flecha Azul Tequila, designed to elevate the flavors of each dish.

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by Steven Doyle | March 25, 2025 · 11:39 am

El Molino to Open in Snider Plaza, Summer 2025

El Molino is set to bring a fresh twist on Mexican cuisine to Snider Plaza, opening in Summer 2025 at 6818 Snider Plaza, Dallas, TX 75205. This upscale restaurant will offer an elevated take on a beloved classic: smoked fajitas, reimagined with global influences. With a focus on bold, smoky flavors and a cozy, refined atmosphere, El Molino invites guests to experience Mexican food in a whole new way.

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by Steven Doyle | February 22, 2019 · 1:06 pm

Mexican Sugar Hosts Tequila Dinner March 5th

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Mexican Sugar, the Plano restaurant known for Mexican comfort food with a Latin-inspired twist, has partnered with Patrón for a Tequila Pairing Dinner on Tuesday, March 5^thfrom 6:30 p.m. – 9:30 p.m. Continue reading →

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by Steven Doyle | October 20, 2017 · 10:24 am

Jalisco Norte Opening in November

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We are looking forward to the opening of Jalisco Norte, a new restaurant from Tim McEneny (Dish, Front Room Tavern, Cedar Grove) who is assembling a fantastic staff including chef Jose Meza Arroyave from Punta Mita, Mexico and has worked illustrious restaurants as Moxi by Enrique Olvera. San Miguel de Allende, Mexico, and Carolina Restaurant at The St. Regis Punta Mita Luxury Resort, Mexico.

Chef Jose Meza utilizes contemporary techniques and established methods to offer a new-age of modern Mexican cuisine. Continue reading →

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by Steven Doyle | September 12, 2017 · 11:35 am

Wild Salsa For A Spicy Night On The Town

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Wild Salsa now has three locations in the DFW area including the original downtown Dallas, Fairview, and the latest located at 300 Throckmorton in Fort Worth. This is good news for those looking for seriously good Mexican cuisine including their crazy good tacos, a tamale that will bring tears to any grown aficionado and over 100 tequilas to raise your spirits.

Our most recent visit was to the downtown Dallas location which is located at 1800 Main Street across from their sister restaurant Dallas Chop House. There we found Chef Katie who we soon discovered is not only a fantastic savory chef, but has extreme skills in the pastry department which is unusual as most chefs choose a path and excel at it. In Katie’s case she just excels.

Wild Salsa has these fresh flavors and authentic takes on Mexican not found at your local Tex Mex haunt, these dishes are serious. Look at the al pastor tacos, or perhaps the redfish sizzled ala plancha. Continue reading →

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by Steven Doyle | July 28, 2014 · 2:13 pm

Chef Anastacia Quinones Revamps Mexican Sugar Menu

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If you are missing the fantastic Latin cooking of Chef Anastacia Quinones, we are about to make you smile and hungry. It has been some time since AQ left her executive chef post at Komali when she took a position with Dallas school district as a culinary instructor. You may recall her other stints at Alma and Victor Tango. We truly enjoy what AQ does to a plate and now we have spotted her handiwork once again, this time off Legacy in Plano at Mexican Sugar.

AQ is responsible for the new menu revamp at Mexican Sugar as a consultant. We spoke with the chef today and she said, “I’ve known John Franke [corporate chef for concepts such as Mexican Sugar, Whiskey Cake and Velvet Taco] for about 6 years. I met him when I moved back from San Francisco six years ago. We’ve always tried to work together but other things always came up. When this opportunity came up, I couldn’t say no.” Continue reading →

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