Mesa

Surtido Veracruzano

Surtido Veracruzano

Jefferson Boulevard of Downtown Oakcliff is lined with traditional Mexican restaurants, Dollar Generals, Quinceanera dress shops and then you find the modern and quaint  Mesa serving Veracruz coastal cuisine.  The design is beautiful with big windows in the front and art installations made of old boards adorning the walls.  The crisp and modern feel of the room is continued with large, rustic metal art and accents above the bar and against the walls. Read More

Jefferson Boulevard of Downtown Oakcliff is lined with traditional Mexican restaurants, Dollar Generals, Quinceanera dress shops and then you find the modern and quaint  Mesa serving Veracruz coastal cuisine.  The design is beautiful with big windows in the front and art installations made of old boards adorning the walls.  The crisp and modern feel of the room is continued…

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Dean Fearing with The Lost Coyote Band

Lump Crab Cake with Bold Tartar Sauce and Shaved Root Vegetable Salad

Need a place for a nice business lunch or maybe just something a little fancier than normal? What about Fearing’s in the Ritz Carlton off of McKinney Avenue? I went the other day for lunch and was more than satisfied and stuffed to the brim.  We started off with the crab cakes- which were perfectly cooked. They were crispy on the outside and tender on the inside. They were placed onto the plate so perfectly it looked like a piece of art work– the bright colored root veggies and tartar sauce made it so beautiful I could barely stand to dig in. Read More

Dr Pepper Braised Short Ribs with ‘Loaded’ Whipped Potatoes and Crispy Tobacco Onions

Need a place for a nice business lunch or maybe just something a little fancier than normal? What about Fearing’s in the Ritz Carlton off of McKinney Avenue? I went the other day for lunch and was more than satisfied and stuffed to the brim.  We started off with the crab cakes- which were perfectly…

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Friend Favorites

One of my good friends is moving this tomorrow, so in honor of my food loving friend’s departure. I’ve compiled a list of favorites categorized from cheap to brunch to dessert from someone who loves food more than me. I must say that I’ve eaten some of my favorite meals with this friend, but often times I find myself fighting to get a bite. Fatty’s gotta eat.

Cheap:

Torchy’s

The Mr. Miyagi special the #1 favorite

The Mr. Miyagi special the #1 favorite

Jimmy’s

Brunch:

Hattie’s

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One of my good friends is moving this tomorrow, so in honor of my food loving friend’s departure. I’ve compiled a list of favorites categorized from cheap to brunch to dessert from someone who loves food more than me. I must say that I’ve eaten some of my favorite meals with this friend, but often…

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Abacus

Pressed Sushi

Time and time again I’d heard how amazing Abacus is, but had yet to experience it. Finally, I did and realized why it is one of the most talked about restaurants in Dallas. It is one of those places that you walk in and feel like you are somewhere you never knew existed. The hustle and bustle of Knox-Henderson disappears as you enter into the clean, perfectly decorated interior. I arrived early so I had the chance to sit and the bar and fully absorb and appreciate my surroundings–the dark wooded bar area, the perfectly organized glass shelves and couples tasting wine at the leisure. Read More

Take Five

Time and time again I’d heard how amazing Abacus is, but had yet to experience it. Finally, I did and realized why it is one of the most talked about restaurants in Dallas. It is one of those places that you walk in and feel like you are somewhere you never knew existed. The hustle and…

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Hopdoddy

The Continental Club- Turkey, Provolone, Apple-Smoked Bacon, Arugula, Mayo & Basil Pesto on Whole Wheat

Yesterday, I was lucky enough to enjoy lunch with Hopdoddy‘s culinary director, James Bowen. During this more than delicious lunch my eyes were opened to the art that is Hopdoddy. Obviously, when ordering I let the expert give me a few recommendations including his favorites, the Continental Club- Turkey, Provolone, Apple-Smoked Bacon, Arugula, Mayo & Basil Pesto on Whole Wheat or the Magic Shroom- Angus Beef, Texas Goat Cheese, Field Mushrooms, Mayo & Basil Pesto. I was torn, but quickly decided on the Continental Club with a side of Truffle fries. Read More

Truffle Fries

Yesterday, I was lucky enough to enjoy lunch with Hopdoddy‘s culinary director, James Bowen. During this more than delicious lunch my eyes were opened to the art that is Hopdoddy. Obviously, when ordering I let the expert give me a few recommendations including his favorites, the Continental Club- Turkey, Provolone, Apple-Smoked Bacon, Arugula, Mayo &…

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