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by | June 17, 2025 · 1:37 pm

The Charles in Dallas Launches the Duro Summer Experience – A Seasonal Four-Course Tasting Menu

The Charles, the stylish Italian restaurant with a Texas twist located in the Design District, is unveiling its Duro Summer Experience—a bold, refined four-course tasting menu available for a limited time this summer.

Priced at $99 per person, the seasonal menu features hand-cut pasta, wood-fired meats, and peak summer ingredients that showcase The Charles’ signature blend of Italian tradition and Texas flair. In addition to the set tasting menu, larger parties will enjoy a few handpicked classics from The Charles’ main menu, customized to the group size.

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by | May 15, 2025 · 1:08 pm

Kessaku Elevates Late-Night Dining with Monthly Izakaya Dinner Party Series

Kessaku invites guests to escape into the flavors and atmosphere of Tokyo with its monthly Izakaya Dinner Party series. The next culinary event will take place on Wednesday, May 28, continuing the tradition of intimate evenings filled with curated dishes, flowing drinks, and unforgettable views.

Inspired by Tokyo’s bustling late-night food scene, Kessaku’s Izakaya Dinner Party transforms the traditional Japanese pub concept—known for its casual setting and shareable plates—into an elevated tasting experience. Each event features a six-course, 12-dish tasting menu, designed to spark conversation and delight the senses.

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by | April 17, 2025 · 1:26 pm

Fire by The Alinea Group: A Bold Exploration of Open-Fire Cooking in Chicago

In November 2024, Chef Grant Achatz and The Alinea Group unveiled Fire, a daring new dining concept in Chicago’s Fulton Market District. This marks the group’s first new restaurant in eight years, succeeding Roister, and introduces a tasting menu that centers on the primal essence of fire in cooking.

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by | February 19, 2025 · 4:45 pm

Topolobampo is Rick Bayless’s Pioneering Influence on Mexican Cuisine in America

Topolobampo, the flagship Michelin-starrred restaurant of acclaimed chef Rick Bayless, stands as a seminal institution in the evolution of Mexican cuisine in America. Located in Chicago’s upscale River North neighborhood, Topolobampo has earned its reputation as a fine-dining destination that transcends the conventional understanding of Mexican food. Under Bayless’s meticulous direction, the restaurant has become a touchstone for elevating Mexican culinary traditions to new heights while simultaneously preserving their authenticity and complexity.

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by | November 26, 2024 · 10:26 am

Duro Hospitality Offering “The Duro Experience” at The Charles Now Through December 31

Duro Hospitality’s original concept, The Charles, is featuring a limited-time culinary offering, “The Duro Experience,” available now through December 31. This chef-curated four-course menu is a celebration of The Charles’ distinctive approach to Italian cuisine and Duro Hospitality’s commitment to innovation.

For $119 per person, guests will immerse themselves in an elevated dining journey designed to showcase the unique flavors and artistry that define The Charles. 

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by | August 28, 2024 · 7:57 am

José Andrés Bazaar Meats: A Culinary Adventure in Las Vegas

Located within the SLS Las Vegas Hotel & Casino, José Andrés’ Bazaar Meats is a dining experience that redefines the concept of a steakhouse. Known for its avant-garde approach to traditional dishes, Bazaar Meats showcases the culinary genius of José Andrés, blending artistry and flavor in every bite.

This restaurant isn’t just about meat—it’s a celebration of food, with a focus on the finest ingredients and innovative cooking techniques. It’s the kind of place that can turn a Las Vegas trip or even a weekend staycation into something extraordinary. Pairing the city’s vibrant resort scene with a multi-course culinary adventure here makes for an experience that feels indulgent from start to finish.

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by | August 10, 2023 · 10:00 am

Meridian Announces Exciting Chef’s Tasting and New Menu Selections

Dallas’ highly acclaimed and beloved modern Brazilian restaurant Meridian invites Dallasites to explore their newest a la carte menu, which includes exciting updates as well as a chef’s tasting option, available at any seat in the restaurant. The chef’s tasting is an updated extension of the fixed-price menu Meridian debuted earlier this year to allow guests to embark on a culinary journey and experience a wide range of Brazilian flavors.

The updated chef’s tasting offering will continue to surprise and delight guests with carefully designed courses perfected by Chefs Junior Borges and Justin Mosely and inspired by seasonal ingredients from the on-site Chef’s Garden. The new a la carte menu will feature specialties such as the Whole Grilled Octopus featuring tamari caramel, Thai chile and spring onion vinaigrette, and the Rosewood Wagyu NY Strip served with malagueta chimichurri and bordelaise as two key highlights of the menu.

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by | October 9, 2013 · 11:06 am

Kitchen LTO Wednesday Chef’s Tasting

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Every Wednesday starting today, Kitchen LTO will offer a special chef’s tasting menu – 4 courses with wine pairings for $50 per person (plus tax/gratuity).  Every week, the menu will change.

Menu for Wednesday, October 9th

Classic Arrancini:  Arrabiata, Bolognese, Mozzarella
Paired with Bodegas Val de Vid “Condesa Eylo” Verdejo, Rueda, Spain
 
Crab Salad:  Haricot Verts, Tomato Confit, Green Grape Ver Jus
Paired with Blindfold White Blend, Napa Valley
 
Braised Shortrib:  Seasonal Vegetables, Braised Marble Potatoes
Paired with Can Blau Red, Montsant DO, Spain
 
Trinity Groves Mud Pie
Paired with Troublemaker Red Blend, Paso Robles

 

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