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May 24, 2012
The Cheap Bastard at Chaucer's, the Land of Sushi, Drawbridges and Hooters Rejects
Creepy business dudes drooling on servers count: 8 Bard count: 0 Chaucer's Sushi & Grill came up several times when I internetted "cheap sushi Dallas." So I checked out their website, and let me tell you, the Chaucer's website is more amazing than any website I have ever seen or will ever see. It i ... More >>
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April 26, 2012
Moon Wok: It's Not Bad, You Know It, It's Not Really, Really Bad
She says she wanted to try the food, but we think Cheap Bastard stopped by Moon Wok just to have an excuse to break out her fedora, single white glove and sequined ruby dancing shoes. You can find the place at 8670 Skillman St., 214-221-8888. Times I drove by and said to myself, "Ha. Moon Wok," bef ... More >>
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April 23, 2012
It's Time Dallas Got an Indian-Food Truck
Dear Potential Food Truck Entrepreneurs of Dallas,Please, for the love of Krishna, start an Indian food truck. Please park outside my favorite bars late at night (Deep Ellum would be a good spot) so I can fill my neglected belly with your spicy flavorful goodness. There's just something about the wa ... More >>
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April 6, 2012
Jiro Dreams of Sushi: A Must-See Doc For Every Food Lover (and Especially Chefs)
"Always strive to master your craft." The closing words of Jiro Dreams of Sushi, which opens today at the Magnolia and Angelika Theaters, would make sound advice for any trade. But thrust upon the shokunin, the master sushi chef, they invoke a certain umami for the soul that's as inspiring as it is ... More >>
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April 5, 2012
Are There Different Kinds of Mexican Food?
"Always strive to master your craft." The closing words of Jiro Dreams of Sushi, which opens today at the Magnolia and Angelika Theaters, would make sound advice for any trade. But thrust upon the shokunin, the master sushi chef, they invoke a certain umami for the soul that's as inspiring as it is ... More >>
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March 15, 2012
A Visual Guide to a Proper Irish Breakfast
Mark Cuban has caused me to completely rediscover St. Patrick's Day. Gratuitous party-givers with no strings attached plays well into the whole theme of "friendliest day of the year." So I tracked down my favorite Irish lass, Theresa Magee, earlier this week to have her show me how to make a prope ... More >>
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March 5, 2012
At El Padrino, Meatless Monday Means Meatless Tortas, and That, Oddly Enough, is a Good Thing
After last week's vegan pho fiasco, I wasn't too jazzed about another meatless meal, but reading Scott's V-Spot review inspired me, and I was encouraged to seek out tasty vegetarian options once again. El Padrino means "godfather", and that awesome name was enough to get me to stop here rather than ... More >>
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February 27, 2012
At Pho Is For Lovers, Wishing Meatless Monday Was Pork Banh Mi Tuesday
When it comes to pho, that glorious Vietnamese noodle soup perfect for curing hangovers and head colds, I'm almost religiously devoted to the huge steaming bowls served up at Vietnam Restaurant on Bryan Street. However, when I heard that the semi-recently opened Pho is for Lovers on Upper Greenville ... More >>
Dining
February 23, 2012
The Great Dallas Brisket Taco Hunt
Five brisket tacos at five places in five hours: It's more meat -- and more fun -- than it seems.
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February 9, 2012
Private | Social | Ramen! | Oh.
My first run-in with Private Social came just after the restaurant, helmed by Top Chef alum Tiffany Derry released its lunch menu. I noticed the noodles right away. Leslie Brenner and I had been begging Dallas for a proper Japanese noodle house, but it has never materialized. Perhaps a decent hot bo ... More >>
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February 6, 2012
Mumtaz's Indian Lunch Buffet Was Built for Meatless Monday
Weary of soy protein and veggie burgers from Meatless Mondays gone by, I had set my sights this go around on exotic flavors and spices. My search for bargain vegetarian nirvana took me to Mumtaz, an Indian restaurant located in a generic Richardson strip mall at Campbell and Central. I'm typically ... More >>
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January 31, 2012
At Vietnam in East Dallas, a Brief Lesson in How to Make Pho That Doesn't Suck
Vietnam in East Dallas is the quintessential hole-in-the-wall spot that serves up amazing, traditional pho. And when Chef Matt McCallister mentioned this 16-year-old eatery as one of his favorites in a recent interview, it was time to revisit. The particular pho in the photo above is No. 79 from V ... More >>
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January 26, 2012
If Jews and Muslims Ate Milk and Honey's Falafel Pita, They'd Be Too Happy to Fight
Each week, Justin Bitner goes hunting for DFW's most interesting sandwiches. Have a sandwich suggestion? Leave it in the comments and he'll check it out. Venue: Milk and Honey Sandwich: The Falafel Pita ($5.99) Bread: Fresh pita pulled straight from the oven Toppings: Falafel balls, Israeli sal ... More >>
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January 23, 2012
A Sushi Roll Goes to Space (Video)
A Washington, DC-based sushi chain recently released a promotional video about shooting a sushi roll into space. Getting sushi into the stratosphere should be easy enough. A weather balloon was used to take a chair into space for a very similar commercial. Still, the video seemed a little fishy. ... More >>
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January 10, 2012
On My First Meatless Monday, Baby Steps (and No Tofu) at Fadi's
Along with food critic Scott Reitz, resident booze correspondent Whitney Filloon is giving Meatless Mondays a shot. They'll both be sharing their experiences in the coming weeks. I couldn't quite stomach the idea of tofu or any new and therefore strange meat substitutes on my very first attempt at ... More >>
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January 10, 2012
Meatless Monday Is Harder Than I Thought
Ed. note: Along with our booze correspondent, food critic Scott Reitz is trying his mouth at going meatless on Mondays. They'll occasionally relay their experiences. So far Scott sucks at it. It sounded soooooooo easy. Drop meat on Mondays -- it'll help save the world and shit. And it's only one da ... More >>
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January 10, 2012
Despite Recent Closings, Cuquita's is Holding On by Serving Simple Food
Cuquita's doesn't look like much from the outside. Just another strip mall Mexican place, right? I paid the restaurant a visit the other day on the recommendation of a friend. I wanted an excuse to eat outside the loop, and Cuquita's, on Josey Lane in Farmer's Branch, promised traditional garb and ... More >>
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December 30, 2011
Avila's Off-Menu Shrimp Tacos: An Appreciation
Catherine DownesOn Thursday afternoon, a blackboard out front of Avila's Mexican Restaurant boasted -- in bright pink and blue chalk -- an enchilada lunch special. After being seated, and having chips and salsa thrust at me, I nearly ordered the enchiladas, but was swayed when I noticed anoth ... More >>
Dining
December 29, 2011
At Zio Cecio, Priced Out Until the Pasta
High-priced dishes obscure the cooking at Zio Cecio -- until the pasta comes.
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December 22, 2011
El Pambazo Brings the Goods, Leaving You Muy Lleno
Each week, Justin Bitner goes hunting for DFW's most interesting sandwiches. Have a sandwich suggestion? Leave it in the comments and he'll check it out. Venue: Tortas La Hechizera Sandwich: El Pambazo ($5.69) Bread: Bolillo well-soaked in scarlet enchilada sauce Toppings: Chorizo, fried ... More >>
Dining
December 15, 2011
Meso Maya's Hands of God
Behold, the truly hand-made tortilla.
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December 9, 2011
Raul's Corral: Tex-Mex and Giant Animal Statues. What More Do You Need to Know?
Each week, the Cheap Bastard goes looking for a new place to eat a meal for less than nine million dollars. This week, she haunts Raul's Corral, 200 Corinth St., 214-428-4500. Her mind wasn't blown by the food, but it was kind of nicely felt up. Times I wondered if I'd seen this place in a m ... More >>
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December 8, 2011
The Phones Are Open and Dallas' Tamale Purveyors Are Ready For Your Order
FlickrDon't be the pinche gringo who jacks up your Christmas Eve celebration. It's tamale ordering time, and while some places make a few extra bazillion to sell to all the assholes who don't call ahead, others are more than willing to send you home tamale-less if you don't pick up the phone. ... More >>
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December 2, 2011
Royal Wok: Ignorance is Bliss, Unless You Can Read Chinese
Each week, the Cheap Bastard goes looking for a new place to eat a meal for less than nine million dollars. This week, she rolls the dice at Royal Wok, 2560 Royal Lane, 972-488-8282, and doesn't crap out. At least not right away. Massage parlors nearby count: 18 Waterfall mural count: 1 The news a ... More >>
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November 25, 2011
La Victoria: Man With 4 out of 32 Teeth Agrees -- It's "Yeeeeeees"
Alice LaussadeEach week, the Cheap Bastard goes looking for a new place to eat a meal for less than nine million dollars. This week, she finds the man of her dreams at La Victoria, 1605 N Haskell Ave., 214-827-0101. Dinosaur toy guarding the barbed wire fence count: 1 Times I've driven past ... More >>
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November 8, 2011
Fried Chicken and Enchiladas: It's What We Do, According to Food and Wine and Serious Eats
Delicious fried chicken as submitted by Bubba's Cooks CountryDallas' food has gotten attention from all corners of the internet recently. Food and Wine put together a slideshow that compiles the country's 30 best renditions of fried chicken. Local favorite Bubba's Cooks Country is listed amon ... More >>
Dining
November 3, 2011
What Good is Rohst Without Fire?
If Greenville Avenue's latest wants to conjure Korea, it needs to turn up the heat.
Blogs
October 12, 2011
Plano's Bavarian Grill Wins Best German Restaurant. Again.
The best German restaurant in America is just around the corner, according the the GermanDeli.com. This year the Bavarian Grill in Plano received the award. They won in 2009 too. The restaurant is celebrating this evening at its bi-monthly stein club meeting. Inga Bowyer started her online g ... More >>
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September 29, 2011
Chef Nico Sanchez Interview, Part 2: On Getting Back to Basics with Authentic Mexican Food
Chef Nico Sanchez of Meso MayaYesterday Chef Nico Sanchez of Meso Maya told City of Ate a bit about his background. In part two of our interview, we learn his thoughts on the Dallas food scene, particularly Tex-Mex, and the simple art of actually Mexican Mexican food. What are your three fa ... More >>
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September 29, 2011
Get Your Roll On
Chef Nico Sanchez of Meso MayaYesterday Chef Nico Sanchez of Meso Maya told City of Ate a bit about his background. In part two of our interview, we learn his thoughts on the Dallas food scene, particularly Tex-Mex, and the simple art of actually Mexican Mexican food. What are your three fa ... More >>
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September 26, 2011
A First Look at Meso Maya, the Latest Addition to Dallas' Actually-Mexican-Mex Scene
Lauren Drewes DanielsCarne Asada at Meso MayaMeso Maya, the new Mexican restaurant at Preston and Forrest, describes its food as an "adventure into the roots of regional Mexican food." Don't let that scare you off, though. No, the plates aren't covered in melted orange cheese, but I think we ... More >>
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September 23, 2011
The Free Man Cajun Cafe Brings Cajun Food, with a Side of Jazz, to Deep Ellum
Lauren Drewes DanielsCranberry wheat bread pudding at The Free Man.The other day I drove past The Free Man Cajun Cafe & Lounge in Deep Ellum, where Sol's Taco Lounge used to be at 2626 Commerce, and later Googled them to see what the buzz was. One reviewer wrote that they had the best bread ... More >>
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September 21, 2011
Wild Salsa Helps Dallas Wean Itself Off Tex-Mex With, You Know, Mexican Mexican
Oh Tex Mex, must you be such a gut bomb? The heavy cream sauces, beans laden with lard and cheese cheese cheese. I've eaten at a few local spots, and while the selection in Dallas is undoubtedly better than other cities, it's still Tex-Mex. It's still a little boring. I like the flavors. I ... More >>
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September 20, 2011
Crimson Asian Cuisine Now Serving Pho in West Village
Lauren Drewes DanielsCrimson Asian Cuisine opened last week at corner of Blackburn and McKinney in the West Village, serving pho and other Vietnamese dishes such as stir-fries, rice noodles and spring roles. The atmosphere is on the casual side. Not fancy, but nice. There's a decent size pati ... More >>
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September 20, 2011
The Greek Food Festival of Dallas: An Unsung Fest That Should Be On Hungry People's Radars
While most everyone I talked to had a blast at Oktoberfest, there were a few bitter beer faces. The complaints are always the same for event's like these centering on cost, supply of food (HOW CAN THEY RUN OUT OF SCHNITZEL AT A GERMAN FEST!?) and lines. Getting to events like these early (wi ... More >>
Dining
September 15, 2011
At Amruth and the Taj Chaat House, a Lesson in Learning From Ingredients
Lesson No. 1: Show up hungry.
Blogs
September 8, 2011
Sushi & Rice Express: Alice Drives Through Like Evel Knievel's Bastard Child
Sushi & Rice Express 8131 Forest Lane 214-575-7090 Other cars in the drive-through count: 0 Wet towels air-drying right next to the drive-through menu count: 50 Drive-throughs? Good. Sushi? Goooood. Put them together and you have Sushi & Rice Express. I slow-clap my chopsticks at you, Sushi ... More >>
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August 12, 2011
Velvet Taco Is Open For Business, the Purity in Your Taco-Loving Heart Be Damned
Chicken and Texas burger tacosThe hours are somewhat mushy, but this weekend things should be in full swing at the new Velvet Taco (3012 North Henderson), and the "open really late" line stamped on their black and yellow sign will finally ring true. This ain't no Texas taco. The menu details ... More >>
Blogs
July 29, 2011
Pho Colonial Brings Pho to Main Street on Wednesday
Last minute invitations often result in accidental food discoveries. Last night a friend asked me to join her for dinner, which turned out to be the "soft opening" of a new restaurant in her downtown neighborhood. As City of Ate reported back in January, the creator of Steel is bringing a Vi ... More >>
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July 25, 2011
LA Burger: Korean, Mexican and American Food Make Grand Alliance in Irving
After months of drooling over the hedonistically obscene images of burgers, tacos and other meat and carb pornography my friends had been sending me, I finally had the chance to check out the source of their obsession: LA Burger.Along with a whimsical selection of traditionally western burgers, ... More >>
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July 19, 2011
Pho is for Lovers? We Thought it Was Good for a Cold.
Photo by Kristy YangPho is for Lovers bahn mi: Tasty pig, great bread.Pho is for Lovers. I'm still on the fence about that name. Given the restaurant's location at Lovers Lane and Greenville Avenue, it's clever and cute. On the other hand, I normally associate pho with Vietnamese mothers, nas ... More >>
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July 11, 2011
Pho Bang For Your Buck: The Search for Perfect Pho Heads Back to Garland
Pho Bang and I have a sliding doors sort of relationship. My mom tells me I ate there with her as a permed tot, but of course I don't remember that. (The perm part is more of an intentional denial.) When I moved back to Dallas a few years ago, I would make concerted efforts to drive to Ga ... More >>
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July 8, 2011
Walking the Wok at Asian-American's Birthplace
Kristy YangR&G Lounge's humongous Dungeness crab. We'd hate to see the one that got away.(Here's part two of travelin' woman Kristy Yang's Walk the Really Long Wok from the Bay Area. Coming up shortly, something about Asian food closer to home. Check out last week's California Wok here.) San ... More >>
Dining
June 30, 2011
Cool & Hot Tacos Brings the Fire and Ice
Delicious, trashy stand could be heaven, except that it let Alice in.
Blogs
June 30, 2011
Prince Lebanese Grill: Another Good Thing from Nazareth
Lauren Drewes DanielsPrince Lebanese Grill's chicken shawarma.The city of Nazareth sits 1,000 feet above sea level in northern Israel between the Mediterranean and the Sea of Galilee. In the late evening, lamps light up this ancient city's white façade and buildings with a glow the color of ... More >>
Blogs
June 27, 2011
Share Your Fourth Of July Beer Suggestion, Win A Libertine Beer Dinner For Two
The Libertine's June beer dinner Wednesday night features Colorado's Avery Brewing Company, including a couple of rarer brews like Samael's Ale and Collaboration Not Litigation. Chef Taylor McCreary came up with a five-course menu of French cuisine inspired by the likes of Bernard Loiseau, the Tr ... More >>
Dining
June 16, 2011
Taqueria La Tejanita at Flash Mart: Nothing Flashy, But Go
The Libertine's June beer dinner Wednesday night features Colorado's Avery Brewing Company, including a couple of rarer brews like Samael's Ale and Collaboration Not Litigation. Chef Taylor McCreary came up with a five-course menu of French cuisine inspired by the likes of Bernard Loiseau, the Tr ... More >>
Blogs
June 10, 2011
Sushi Star: Just a Happy Little Neighborhood Sushi Bar
Happy Eating highlights restaurant happy hour food menus, pointing you to the best deals out there. This week, we're doing happy hour neighborhood restaurant-style at Sushi Star. Where: 5956 Royal Lane When: 4 p.m.-7 p.m. Monday-Friday The Scene: This is Preston Hollow's quiet neighbo ... More >>
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June 8, 2011
Nammi's Vietnamese Food Truck: A Bit Pricey, but Convenience is Key
Kristy YangThe Nammi food truck officially got rolling (poor pun intended) last week to much Internet fanfare. Social media was abuzz for the traveling Vietnamese food truck specializing in banh mi and Asian-influenced tacos. I was able to check out the colorful vehicle last Thursday and walk ... More >>
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June 7, 2011
Free (FREE!) Food at Café Brazil Today
Cafe BrazilHuevos RancherosDo y'ever do something nice just for the sake of doing something nice? No? Well luckily, the good people at Lower Greenville's Café Brazil do, as today, they'll be treating any and all patrons to a FREE entrée from 7 a.m. to 4 p.m. During that glorious nine-hour ... More >>
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