At 5455 Belt Line Road, Zon Zon has established itself as a distinguished addition to North Dallas’s dining scene. The contemporary Mediterranean restaurant is the latest venture from acclaimed restaurateur Yaser Khalaf, known for Darna at Legacy West and Baboush in the West Village, and marks his first collaboration with his son, Mak Khalaf. The name, a family nickname, reflects the warmth and familiarity that defines the restaurant’s character.
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Spring in North Texas brings a full slate of outdoor gatherings, and in Richardson, one event has become a seasonal mainstay: the annual Crawfish & Music Festival hosted by The Episcopal Church of the Epiphany.
Now in its 14th year, the festival returns April 18 with a day centered on the convivial tradition of the crawfish boil. What began as a parish gathering has grown into a community-wide event, drawing families, food enthusiasts, and first-time visitors.
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In Dallas, where a taco may range from chef-driven creations to late-night street bites, Fito’s Tacos de Trompo has carved out a niche that is unmistakably its own. With multiple locations across the metroplex—from Oak Cliff to Arlington—Fito’s has grown into a small chain that emphasizes speed, consistency, and, above all, flavor. While the décor and ambiance remain casual, it’s the food that truly commands attention.
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We mentioned Easter Supper at the new Delilah and feel it is important enough to reprise that with new information. What a terrific way to be introduced to Deliliah.
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At Dee Lincoln Prime, refinement has taken on two new forms. The acclaimed steakhouse has introduced a pair of thoughtfully composed experiences—an intimate Chef’s Table and a precision-driven Omakase—each designed to deepen the restaurant’s commitment to craft, detail, and elevated dining. Both are curated by Culinary Director Julian Rodarte, whose approach leans heavily on seasonality, technique, and a clear sense of progression.
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Portillo’s, the fast-casual restaurant concept known for its menu of unrivaled Chicago-style street food – today announced the opening of its tenth restaurant in the greater Dallas-Fort Worth region (and the first within the Dallas city limits) on Tuesday, March 31. The anticipated opening kicks off with a ribbon cutting ceremony at 10:00 a.m., with doors officially opening to the public at 10:30 a.m.
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Caffe Lucca is a collaboration between Dallas restaurateur Julian Barsotti and former NFL head coach Jason Garrett. Babe Laufenberg has been rumored to be part of this project but he vehemently denies this in a Facebook post.
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In the Dallas‑Fort Worth area, where barbecue and Tex‑Mex reign supreme, there’s a soul‑food café quietly building its own legend — one burger at a time.
At Trucker’s Cafe Soul Food in Dallas, Texas, diners can tackle a 10‑pound burger for $69 or go even bigger with a 20‑pound burger at $139.99. But these enormous burgers are just one part of what makes the café special. Beneath the towers of beef lies a kitchen steeped in classic Southern soul food, with slow‑cooked meats, rich gravies, and tender greens that carry just as much weight on the menu.
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