Help Me Help Him

A curious Disher asks a burning question:

Do you know anything about the new restaurant (that is still in progress) that is opening in the old El Pulpo location next door to Alligator Cafe on Live Oak?

The Chicken Wing Thing

Will somebody please explain the appeal of chicken wings to me? Each morning I pass three huge restaurants that sell nothing but chicken wings. I know the whole Buffalo story and it just doesn’t conjure up any sort of romantic epicurean fantasy. Not like this or these. Chicken wings are greasy little wads of fat and they’re too much work to eat.

Drink and Dine for a Good Cause

Dining Out in Dallas will host its annual fund raising event “Battle of the Chefs” on April 2 from 6:30 to 10:00 PM. And from the looks of the invitation, it looks like it will be a mosh pit of chefs competing for the best grub of the night. So far they have 40 chefs participating. Check it out here. Individual tickets are only $50 and all proceeds benefit the Texas Neurofibromatosis Foundation.

Library Bar Gets a Makeover

The Warwick Melrose Library Bar is one of my favorite spots in the city. I’m a sucker for old-school hotel bars, and there aren’t that many left  (I’m still mourning the loss of Beau Nash). So I was surprised to learn that the LB had undergone a makeover. Looks like the colors have been updated and refreshed, but as far as I can tell, the cozy, clubby feeling is intact. The re-opening is set for April 1, so let’s all meet for a cocktail to discuss. Check out new pics after the jump.

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Friday Night Flights at Nana

This Friday night, I’ll be busy with Fashion at the Park activities, but if I wasn’t, I would be at Nana. Normally, I wouldn’t think of Nana as a happy hour spot, but even I can afford this deal: On the last Friday of every month, the Bar at Nana is offering a $15 deal that gets you samples of four different wines and accompanying food. Vincent McGrath, the wine director, will even explain what you’re drinking. Sounds fun, and you can’t beat the view. This Friday, wines from Ronan will be served. Call 214- 761-7470 if you’re interested.