List of James Beard Nominees Includes Five Dallas Chefs

The “long list” of nominees for this year’s James Beard Awards has been sent to the judges, and this year, five chefs from Dallas are (possibly) in the running:

• Best Chef: Southwest: Anthony Bombaci of Nana and Sharon Hage of York Street
• Outstanding Pastry Chef: Dunia Borga of La Duni
• Outstanding Chef: Stephan Pyles of Stephan Pyles
• Best New Restaurant: Fearings

After this, the list is narrowed to five in each category before the final vote. Cross your fingers for our locals.

Food Report from Austin

A couple weeks ago, I asked for help finding places to eat in Austin. Despite the terrible weather, we had a blast, and did some pretty good eating too. Follow the jump for where we went, and apologies to all of you whose favorites I didn’t go to. I wanted to try them all! Must go back soon…

(Pic at left from the Oasis. I know, great styling).

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Free Adult Beverages? Seriously?

Seems like only yesterday that I was served a horrible plate of pasta at Momo’s Pasta on Knox Street.  Well, they must be doing something right—I just learned Momo’s is readying to celebrate its 20^th anniversary. Specifically, this Thursday from 7:00-10:00pm, when they will offer “free appetizers and adult beverages.” Once the D staff finds this out, Momo’s might consider stocking up on those adult beverages,Ifyaknowwhatimean. (Nice.)

Aurora Cooking Class

Chef Avner Samuel will hold his monthly cooking class on Saturday February 23 at 10:00 a.m. The subject at hand? Aphrodisiacs, Not What You Think. OK, then. Go. Cook. And tell me what I’m not thinking. Report back. 214-528-9400.