Articles for April 9th, 2008

Eat This Now: Capital Grille

posted by Nancy Nichols | April 9th, 2008 10:22am | filed under Restaurant News, Reviews | 4 Comments »

Yesterday I spent the day blogging from the Texas Rangers’ home opener. There was a lot of testosterone in the press box. So in keeping with the air of the day, my buddy and I headed to another high-testosterone feeding ground, Capital Grille, for dinner. The dark dining room did not disappoint. At 7:30, the place was filled to about 80% of its capacity, and 80% of the diners were guys. As usual, the service was stellar: every time you call for a reservation they capture your number in their system and keep a record of your past dining experiences. It can be a little unsettling, but it works on the guys who love being recognized. Anywhoo, my dry-aged sirloin was nice, but the Kona-crusted dry-aged sirloin topped with caramelized shallot butter is one of the best things I have ever put in my mouth. Seriously. Eat one. You will thank me. Next.

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North Texas Wine Update: Fuqua Wins Gold and Silver

posted by Julie Blacklidge | April 9th, 2008 9:59am | filed under North Texas Wine, Wine & Spirits | 8 Comments »

napa-front.jpgLocal winemaker Lee Foster Fuqua’s 2002 FUQUA Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon won a Gold Medal at the Fingerlakes International Wine Competition. About 2300 wines were entered. Only 161 won gold. Fuqua Winery also produces a Texas Red made from grapes grown in West Texas. It’s a blend of Tempranillo, Cabernet Sauvignon, and Cabernet Franc. Visit the winery any Saturday from noon-6 p.m. It’s on the outskirts of Highland Park by Love Field. 3737Atwell Street, Suite 203, 214-769-1147.

Update: Just found out the the 2004 FUQUA Texas Red Wine won a silver at the same competition. We love it when Texas wine takes the spotlight.

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Granny-Inspired: Sweet Leaf Tea

posted by Stephen Edmondson | April 9th, 2008 9:52am | filed under Beverages, Reviews, Tea |

sweetleaf.jpg Speaking of Green Tea and au naturale drinks, you can’t forget Sweet Leaf Tea. They’re a Texas company that’s been doing the cane sugar, and simple ingredient dance for some time. It’s been sold in Dallas for 10 years, although I discovered them only last year. I highly recommend the Mint & Honey Green Tea. At 110 calories per bottle, it’s got more sugar than I’d like, but it’s also strong—not that it’s a bad thing. I cut mine with ice, and it’s ohsogood. If you’re not a tea fan, they’ve got lemonades, too. Plus, any company that describes their drinks as “granny-inspired” has got to be good.

Jimmy’s is Jumping

posted by Nancy Nichols | April 9th, 2008 9:02am | filed under Events, Restaurant News |

stella.jpgPaul DiCarlo of Jimmy’s Food Store just returned from Vinitaly in Verona and he’s busting to tell Dallas winos all about all things Italian wine. On April 17, for only $19, you can meet Alfonso Gagliano, the U.S. brand manager for Sella & Mosca (Sardinia) and Teruzzi & Puthod wineries (Tuscany), and taste some fabulous wines and nosh from a large antipasti buffet. The gig runs from 6:30-7:45PM. E-mail Paul, paul@jimmysfoodstore.com, for reservations and have him put you on his e-mail newsletter list. Meanwhile, I await Dallas’ own wine blogger Alfonso Cevola’s report from Vinitaly. I checked his site, but he’s taken it off the hook while in Italy. But read what’s up. Sounds like he’s on quite an Italian wine adventure.