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by | March 23, 2026 · 10:00 am

Easter Brunch at Open Palette in Downtown Sheraton Dallas Hotel

On Sunday, April 5, from 11 AM to 2 PM, guests can enjoy spring-inspired stations of carved smoked prime rib, made-to-order omelets, classic breakfast staples, house-baked sweet treats, and more. To make the day even more special, Open Palette is delighted to offer $4 Build Your Own Mimosas for the adults and a fun Egg Hunt for the kids, all set to live music.

Easter Day Brunch is $70/adult, $30/child under 12, and free for kids under 4. Reservations are available now on OpenTable.

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by | March 23, 2026 · 10:00 am

The Sizzling Saga of Ruth’s Chris Steak House

The name might be a mouthful, but Ruth’s Chris Steak House is more than just an oddly titled dining chain—it’s a quintessential American success story rooted in grit, risk, and resilience. At the heart of this now-global steak empire lies Ruth Fertel, a determined woman from New Orleans whose personal tenacity turned a bankrupt neighborhood steak joint into one of the most iconic upscale dining establishments in the world.

Ruth Ann Udstad Fertel was born on February 5, 1927, in New Orleans, Louisiana. A single mother and former lab technician, Ruth found herself in a financial bind in 1965. She needed money to put her two sons through college, and in a moment of bold intuition, she stumbled across a small classified ad in the Times-Picayune: a steak house for sale—Chris Steak House.

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by | March 21, 2026 · 4:53 pm

Adelmo’s Ristorante to Relocate to Preston Valley in Dallas

After more than 35 years as one of Dallas’ most enduring Italian restaurants, Adelmo’s Ristorante is preparing to relocate to Preston Valley Shopping Center, at the southwest corner of Preston Road and 635. The restaurant will occupy a 3,750-square-foot space in the longtime retail landmark.

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by | March 20, 2026 · 1:24 pm

Kent Rathbun’s Curbside BBQ for the Holidays

Kent Rathbun has never stayed in one lane for long. Long before Dallas embraced chef-driven dining as the norm, he helped define it—bringing polish, precision, and a certain confidence to restaurants that set the tone for the city. His early work, from the refined dining room of Abacus to the more relaxed but still exacting Jasper’s, established him as a chef grounded in technique but not confined by it.

That foundation matters, especially now.

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by | March 18, 2026 · 1:42 pm

Discover Hotel Vin in Grapevine: Upcoming Events

Discover Hotel Vin Grapevine, where style, wine, and experiences come together in a boutique setting. Located in the heart of Grapevine, Texas, the hotel blends sophisticated design with thoughtfully curated events, creating a destination that feels alive whether you’re staying overnight or just stopping by. From rooftop bars with sweeping city views to family-friendly celebrations and seasonal pop-ups, every corner of Hotel Vin invites guests to slow down, linger, and savor the moment.

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by | March 18, 2026 · 1:16 pm

UniMarket Dallas: A Latin American Market

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You walk into UniMarket and it feels effortless. Coffee is brewing, something warm is coming off the kitchen, and people are chatting like they’ve already claimed their spots. It’s not exactly a restaurant, not quite a market. You order something, settle in, and before you know it, the place starts to make sense—and suddenly, you don’t want to leave.

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by | March 18, 2026 · 1:08 pm

Kuby’s Sausage House is a Dallas Institution with German Roots

Located in Snider Plaza, Kuby’s Sausage House is a living echo of the old world, built on the shoulders of precision, tradition, and comfort. Founded by Karl Kuby in 1961, after emigrating from Kassel, Germany, the restaurant and meat market still run under family leadership today. Karl-Heinz Kuby, his son, maintains the ethos with quiet rigor. At Kuby’s, nothing is ornamental. The charm isn’t curated—it’s inherited.

The interior, dressed in warm woods and hushed tones, has resisted the temptation of reinvention. There are hand-painted murals, a deli case with serious gravity, and waitstaff who know your usual order before you sit down. It’s a cross-generational meeting point where German immigrants, Highland Park regulars, and curious first-timers convene for something deeply elemental: food that honors its roots.

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by | March 18, 2026 · 10:50 am

Palladino’s Steak & Seafood Hires Chef de Cuisine Henry Johnson

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Palladino’s Steak & Seafood today announced the appointment of Chef de Cuisine Henry Johnson to lead the kitchen at its highly anticipated Dallas location, opening in Preston Royal. Johnson will oversee day-to-day culinary operations in Dallas, executing the menu created by Executive Chef & Partner Sam Hazen, whose celebrated steakhouse vision anchors the Palladino brand.

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