Crystal Johnson noticed business was a little slower than usual this morning, but she didn’t think much of it until a customer came in and told her about the Starbucks trailer that was parked on the same block as the downtown coffee shop. The trailer was giving away free coffee…

By now you’ve surely ready about the English horse meat scandal. Scientists first found horse DNA in the meatballs at IKEA in England, prompting the disposable furniture seller to pull tons of frozen boxes from their inventory. Now horse meat is popping up in all sorts of ground meat blends…

The city of Mesquite just released the dates for this year’s Real. Texas. Festival. The seventh annual event will take place April 26-27 at Rodeo Center, located at 1818 Rodeo Drive. This year’s musical lineup will feature newly minted restaurateur Pat Green among others. You can also expect another Hooters…

This Friday March, 1 the Addison location of popular chain The Melting Pot announced its permanent closure. A news release blames “financial reasons independent of the business that prevent the current franchisees from continuing to operate the restaurant.” Approximately 35 employees were notified of the closure before the news release…

When I reviewed Sakhuu last year, it was the service that stood out the most from my dining experiences (though those stuffed chicken wings come in at a very close second place). Kyla Phomsavanh is one of the nicest chefs I’ve met since reviewing restaurants in Dallas, and his personality…

When the sun first shone on Lakeside Baptist Church this past Saturday it was 33 degrees outside. And even though it warmed up a touch by the time White Rock Local Market opened at 8 a.m., it was hardly perfect outdoor shopping weather. Sarah Perry, a spokesperson for the market…

Another weekend is here. If you need plans be sure to check out Lauren’s picks for food inspired weekend activities. And don’t forget to support your local farmers. White Rock Local Market kicks of the season this Saturday as well. This week I reviewed Outpost American Tavern. The recent spin…

Last week, Lauren wrote a blog post covering Jason Kosmas’ decision to keg cocktails for Twisted Root, a move that seemed counter to the popular bartender’s mission of craft cocktail making. This week Details Magazine points to the same trend on a smaller scale: cocktail bars around the country are…

My first impression of Garden Café was presented by Alice Laussade. I was reading City of Ate, preparing to be the next critic at the Observer, and came across her short story about enjoying a sandwich out on the back patio. It ended in a dual mockingbird chair shit. I’ve…

Without a doubt, John Paul Valverde and his partner Miguel Vicéns have a knack for design. They opened The Bowery last year, and when things didn’t work out they spun the place anew, opening Belly and Trumpet shortly after and completely changing the dining room, menu and concept. See also:…

After a few months off, the White Rock Local Market kicks off the season with the first market at the new location Garland Road at the Lakeside Baptist Church. The East Dallas market is expanding as the Dallas Farmers Market continues to evaluate redevelopment plans for the downtown area. Organizer…

Last weekend Tizeta Getachew and Yemi Lemma quietly reopened the doors to their brother’s restaurant Desta. The North Dallas Ethiopian restaurant was unexpectedly shuttered when owners Yayehyirad Lemma and Yenenesh Desta were killed in a shooting after an evening shift last summer. See also: -Owners of Desta Shot to Death…

Since Sharon Hage closed York Street more than two years ago, there have been few opportunities to taste her cooking. Sure, she has designed menus for restaurants and bars across Dallas, but she’s not actually in the kitchen cooking at any of these places. The only ways to taste Hage’s…

A local chapter of the Institute for Responsible Technology is working to educate local consumers about the potential risks of consuming genetically modified foods. Named the The Prometheus Project, the group seeks to shine light on foods that are currently unlabeled in grocery stores while building momentum to pressure the…

Last week we told you about the City Council review of the plan for the redevelopment of the Dallas Farmers Market. Tanya Ragan, the president of the Farmers Market Stakeholder’s Association views that presentation as a big success. According to Ragan support at the meeting was so robust some attendees…

They’re here. I’m sure you’ve seen them. Colorful rectangular boxes touting Tagalongs, Thin Mints, Samoas and more are taking over households all over America as we speak. Three boxes made their way into my kitchen, and last night while sitting on my couch I was horrified to discover that an…

Update: Each location of Mama’s Daughters’ Diner will be closed this Wednesday to mark Norma’s Passing. The location on Royal Lane will remain open. Services will be held Wednesday, February 27th at the Prestonwood Baptist Church at 1 p.m. For more information check out the restaurant’s Facebook page. Original Post…..

The Mediterranean diet was bolstered by a study recently released by the New England Journal of Medicine. The report concludes not only that a diet based on olive oil, nuts and fish can prevent cardiovascular disease but that it’s more effective than the previously recommended low-fat diet. See also: -Restore…