Articles for April 20th, 2012

Reminder: Fundraiser For Injured Bartender Andrew Lostetter is Sunday Night at Marquee Grill

posted by Nancy Nichols | April 20th, 2012 5:17pm | filed under Bars, Charity events | 2 Comments »

Andrew Lostetter, bartender at The Marquee Grill, and formerly of Neighborhood Services Tavern and Fireside Pies, was injured in a ski accident in Breckenridge, Colorado last month. You can read the story here, but the deal is this: Sunday night is the first of two fundraisers to help Lostetter get back to work. The Marquee Grill is tossing open the bar on April 22 from 7-11 pm. There will be a silent auction that will include baskets of Scotch, all-inclusive dinners, and many talented mixologists and chefs will be auctioning their services for private events. The Dram will also host an event on April 29 from 7-12 pm.

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Jordan Winery Wants You to Celebrate Their 40th Anniversary With Them

posted by Carol Shih | April 20th, 2012 1:51pm | filed under Events, freebies, Wine & Spirits |

Artwork submitted by Steve Hamilton

California’s Jordan Vineyard & Winery created the 4on4 Dallas Art Competition in order to celebrate its 40th anniversary. Local artists rose to the challenge of blending Jordan Wines with Dallas’ distinct city flavor, and their pieces will be judged at an art exhibition/wine tasting event on Tuesday, April 24th at RISING Gallery from 6 to 9 PM. The expert judges include Chef Kent Rathbun and our very own FrontRow arts editor Peter Simek. (D is hosting the event.)

4on4 event is free and open to the public, but you should still RSVP here.

Miele Celebrates “Better Living” In Time For Earth Day

posted by Hayley Hamilton | April 20th, 2012 1:31pm | filed under Chefs, Food is art. Art is Food., Texas Wine, Wine & Spirits | 3 Comments »

Seared Jumbo Diver Scallops with Mango Pico de Gallo and a Quick-Pickle Fresh Dill Cucumber from Miele Table Artist, Chef Uwe Muller

The Earth Day idea started with an original focus to think green, live green, be green…but over the years it has transformed beyond this idea into one of also living local, eating local, and supporting local (along with living a healthier lifestyle with a focus on sustainability).  Miele, German based producers of the high-end kitchen appliances and vacuum cleaners, has embraced these ideals in every aspect of its business, carrying the principle of bearing responsibility for generations to come.  With this comes their focus to help their customers live a better life with the help of their tools.  Last night at their Dallas gallery showroom in the Design District, Miele hosted a “Better Living” dinner with Chef Uwe Muller, adjunct instructor at Dallas’ Le Cordon Bleu who recalls growing up in his native Germany with Miele appliances in his home. I was an invited guest. Continue reading "Miele Celebrates “Better Living” In Time For Earth Day"

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Rusty Taco Out at Main Street Garden in Downtown Dallas

posted by Nancy Nichols | April 20th, 2012 11:41am | filed under AgriBusiness, Tacos | 9 Comments »

Last week it was announced Rusty Taco was taking over the Lily Pad space at Main Street Garden.  Moments ago, Robert Wilonsky reported the deal is dead. John Crawford, CEO of Downtown Dallas, has some splaining to do. It sounds like they caved in to DRG’s owner Mike Hoque, operator of Wild Salsa across the street. In Wilonsky’s story, Crawford says he has reevaluated the situation and has “decided to spread the wealth.” Maybe it will be a burger joint? No, Hoque’s got Chop House Burger. Steak Shack? Nope, Dallas Chop House is down the street. Hmm, too small for pizza. Do you live downtown? What would you like to see in the space?

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A Community Cooked at Paul Quinn College

posted by Andrew Chalk | April 20th, 2012 10:44am | filed under Andrew Chalk, Celebrity Chefs, Charity events, Texas Wine, Wine & Spirits | 2 Comments »

Craft's chilled soup (photos by Carol Shih)

Over 425 people turned out on a beautiful Thursday evening at “A Community Cooks” to support Paul Quinn College and its organic farm. Proceeds went towards enhancements to the farm. Along with providing an opportunity to feast between the budding sprouts of cantaloupe and sweet potatoes and listen to live music beneath the stars, ”A Community Cooks” celebrates the Farm’s accomplishments and raises resources to help expand the Farm’s ability to combat the food desert surrounding Paul Quinn College. The Farm brings healthy food to the neighborhood by donating a minimum of 10 percent of all items grown to those in need. Over a dozen top-line Dallas chefs cooked at food preparation stations situated either side of the garden. A band played on the stage at the front. In this video, the director of the faming program at the college explains the mission of the garden.

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Driftwood Offers 50 Percent Off to Oak Cliff Residents

posted by Nancy Nichols | April 20th, 2012 10:06am | filed under Hippie revolutions, oak cliff, Overprivileged chimps, restaurant business news, Restaurant News | 23 Comments »

Freakin’ Oak Cliff. They think they are so much cooler than the rest of Dallas. I think it’s time they consider seceding from the city. Case in point: next Tuesday, April 24, Driftwood, the new seafood-centric spot on Davis, is offering 50% off the food tab for any resident of OC who can show up with proof. Here is the fine print for “Residents Day”:

We would like to show our thanks to the community. Tuesday the 24th of April will be Residents Day at Driftwood - All Oak Cliff Residents will receive 50% off ALL food for the night. You must make a reservation (reservations will ONLY be taken on Monday the 23rd from Noon – 2pm). This offer is good only for Oak Cliff residents – MUST provide an electric or water bill showing the 75208 zip code to receive the discount. Limited seating’s and times because we are so small.

I can only imagine what would happen if Marquee Grill hosted a “Residents Day” and only allowed customers with water bills stamped with 75205. Oh, wait. Everyday at Marquee is “Residents Day.” No proof required. Cool. Hey Driftwood, when is 75201 day?

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Eat This Now: Burrata Fondue at The Landmark Restaurant in Dallas

posted by Nancy Nichols | April 20th, 2012 9:19am | filed under Cheese, Eat This Now!, Worth the calories | 1 Comment »

Do you have a few extra calories to spend this weekend? If so, head over to the The Landmark Restaurant at the Warwick Melrose and order a bowl of burrata fondue. The buttery Italian cheese is whipped with herbs, cream, and olive oil and melted into a thick dip. We dipped into the hot cheese with these crusty slices of grilled bread and pulled out long, messy strings of hot cheese. Chef is  Mike Pacheco.

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Food Feedback Friday

posted by Nancy Nichols | April 20th, 2012 9:00am | filed under Food Feedback Friday | 22 Comments »

Dishers, where did you dine and what did you eat this week? Here is what you reported last week.

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This Man Asks Why the Proof is in the Pudding

posted by Carol Shih | April 20th, 2012 8:38am | filed under Good Morning | 3 Comments »

When ShopTalk editor Raya Ramsey showed us this video yesterday, I think I laughed so hard that I fell to the ground. That’s what happens when you listen to a  man ranting about mathematical proofs not belonging inside yellow pudding. (Sir, I agree. I totally agree.)

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