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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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November 7, 2011
The Food of Dallas' Diwali Mela
We told you to go; I hope you listened. Diwali Mela festivities went off at the Cotton Bowl over the weekend during a beautifully crisp fall evening. Golf carts shuttled Mela-goers from the Fair Park DART station to the west side of the stadium, where the smell of curry powder and fried potatoes ... More >>
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October 31, 2011
Diwali Mela at the Cotton Bowl: Count Me In
When I first came to Dallas, many commenters thought I would be some sort of carpet bagging elitist who would swoop into town and declare everything that didn't align with my northern ideals unsatisfactory. While I did complain about some bad guacamole, and I remain steadfast in my distaste f ... More >>
Dining
September 15, 2011
At Amruth and the Taj Chaat House, a Lesson in Learning From Ingredients
Lesson No. 1: Show up hungry.
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August 16, 2011
Name That Legume: Guess The Bizarre Produce, Win a Bizarre Prize
I was out in Irving last night, sleuthing for ethnic eats, when I saw a grocery chain I recognized. If you haven't explored some of the big ethnic groceries around town, you're missing out. They have consistently competitive prices, a zillion condiments that are otherwise hard to find, and th ... More >>
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August 4, 2011
Drinking Excuse of the Day: It's International IPA Day. Plus, More Beer Events.
If you haven't checked your 2011 Calendar of Made-Up Food Holidays, today is International IPA Day. (It's also National Catfish Month, National Peach Month, National Water Quality Month and National Picnic Month, so consider that when deciding on food pairings with your IPAs.) We're on the fenc ... More >>
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June 27, 2011
One of the Best Beers Ever Stops in Texas at the Dogfish Head Experience
Would totally replace a TV with this.One of the great American craft beers out there right now doubles as one of the strongest India pale ales. Dogfish Head's 120 Minute IPA, which has experienced brewing hardships recently, has a nose-blasting International Bittering Unit rating of 120. That's r ... More >>
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April 1, 2011
Divine Reserve 11 Joins Beer Advocate Top Five -- And Is Still Available in Town
Moments ago at 5 p.m., the Meddlesome Moth tapped a cask of Saint Arnold Divine Reserve 11, which almost immediately shot to the No. 4 spot on Beer Advocate's Soutwest ratings. As you probably know, Divine Reserve is the Texas brewery's sporadically released series of a relatively small batch of ... More >>
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November 29, 2010
Q&A: John McLaughlin Talks Miles Davis, Indian Philosophy and Frank Zappa's Jealousy
At 68, legendary guitarist John McLaughlin has nothing left to prove. He's played with everyone from Miles Davis to Jimi Hendrix. And, as leader of the Mahavishnu Orchestra in the '70s, McLaughlin created a bold new fusion of jazz, rock and Indian influences that remains some of the most challenging ... More >>
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October 14, 2010
For Experimental Beer Flavors, We're Callin' In Twisted Pine Brewery
All photos by Jesse HugheyThough you may not have known it, as the brewery's products are carried by fewer than 20 retailers and pubs in the area, Boulder, Colorado's Twisted Pine Brewery has made its way into North Texas. In Dallas, you can find Twisted Pine brews at Pogo's, Trinity Hall or the ... More >>
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October 5, 2010
Getting Stoned At Central Market Beer Class
Held in the store's upstairs classroom kitchen, Friday night's "Stone Brewery Gastropub" at Central Market was more cooking class than gastropub beer dinner. It provided such intriguing samples of food and Stone beers that it was impossible not to go downstairs and immediately head to the store ... More >>
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September 23, 2010
Samar: Foie Gras For Us Cheap Fatties
Held in the store's upstairs classroom kitchen, Friday night's "Stone Brewery Gastropub" at Central Market was more cooking class than gastropub beer dinner. It provided such intriguing samples of food and Stone beers that it was impossible not to go downstairs and immediately head to the store ... More >>
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September 20, 2010
Puppy-Dog Grins, Chest-High Water and a New Perspective at This Weekend's Jailbreak Race
Photos by Man O'The HourHordes this size and larger took off to run the Jailbreak every half hour for two long days this weekend.The thing that people like me -- people who hate running -- say about running is that they don't do it unless they're being chased. But I'm not even sure that being cha ... More >>
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September 17, 2010
Five Bestsellers From Tajmahal Imports
Tadoor dal (pigeon peas)Go on in. Don't be shy. If you're not sure what's what inside Tajmahal Imports, the all-vegetarian Indian grocery at 501 W. Beltline in Richardson, ask for Mr. Shah. That's Pramod Shah, the owner of this expansive food, spice, knickknack, religious statuary and cookwar ... More >>
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September 9, 2010
Pizza Hut Proves: If You Want the Customer's Trust, Better Get Your Dancing Shoes On
The P'Zone is reason enough to be seriously suspicious of Pizza Hut's motives, but the results from survey in The Economic Times of India carried a reminder that the brand we Americans all know as The Hut is the most trusted name in the Indian dining world -- and has been for six years running. Whi ... More >>
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September 2, 2010
Analyze This
The P'Zone is reason enough to be seriously suspicious of Pizza Hut's motives, but the results from survey in The Economic Times of India carried a reminder that the brand we Americans all know as The Hut is the most trusted name in the Indian dining world -- and has been for six years running. Whi ... More >>
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August 11, 2010
Ranking Texas IPAs from Real Ale and Rahr
Photos by Jesse HugheyReal Ale's Barrel-Aged Lost Gold, poured at the Meddlesome MothIndia Pale Ales, or IPAs, have become a favorite beer style for craft brewers looking to experiment with flavors. The beers, which originated in Great Britain in the late 18th century for shipping to India, are d ... More >>
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July 19, 2010
Tollie's Barbecue Is a Flesh Feast Gone Wrong
The food was terrible, and the portions were so small...but seriously folks.Tollie's Barbecue 6407 S. Cooper St., Ste. 101 Arlington 817-465-8300 Like our own Hanna Raskin has written, the contemporary food critic is tasked with finding gems in the 'burbs. Since my Arlington-living mother-i ... More >>
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July 15, 2010
Restrepo: Capturing Men at Work at War.
The food was terrible, and the portions were so small...but seriously folks.Tollie's Barbecue 6407 S. Cooper St., Ste. 101 Arlington 817-465-8300 Like our own Hanna Raskin has written, the contemporary food critic is tasked with finding gems in the 'burbs. Since my Arlington-living mother-i ... More >>
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May 19, 2010
Biryani Bash: Chameli Restaurant vs. Chaat Cafe
Our winner: Chameli Restaurant's chicken biryani You can tell a great dish or cuisine by the many legends and fuzzy stories surrounding its beginnings. Today, we offer such a meal, one that comes from humble origins and yet has satisfied kings and presidents alike. Biryani is a long-grain ri ... More >>
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May 6, 2010
Face To Faces
Our winner: Chameli Restaurant's chicken biryani You can tell a great dish or cuisine by the many legends and fuzzy stories surrounding its beginnings. Today, we offer such a meal, one that comes from humble origins and yet has satisfied kings and presidents alike. Biryani is a long-grain ri ... More >>
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February 12, 2010
Widmer And Shiner Seasonal Beers Show That Porters Aren't The Only Way To Warm Up
A black India Pale Ale? What's next, a talking banana?With the exception of a few Saint Arnold's Christmas Ale six-packs, recent trips to Central Market, Goody Goody and Applejack are proving that the bounty of holiday brews is but a fond memory. Only those wise souls who stocked up on Anchor, Sc ... More >>
Dining
January 28, 2010
India West Is Really Just An Upscale DNA Copy of Its Sister Restaurant, Kebab N Kurry.
A black India Pale Ale? What's next, a talking banana?With the exception of a few Saint Arnold's Christmas Ale six-packs, recent trips to Central Market, Goody Goody and Applejack are proving that the bounty of holiday brews is but a fond memory. Only those wise souls who stocked up on Anchor, Sc ... More >>
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January 28, 2010
Yoohoo, Vindaloo!
A black India Pale Ale? What's next, a talking banana?With the exception of a few Saint Arnold's Christmas Ale six-packs, recent trips to Central Market, Goody Goody and Applejack are proving that the bounty of holiday brews is but a fond memory. Only those wise souls who stocked up on Anchor, Sc ... More >>
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December 3, 2009
Peace, Man
A black India Pale Ale? What's next, a talking banana?With the exception of a few Saint Arnold's Christmas Ale six-packs, recent trips to Central Market, Goody Goody and Applejack are proving that the bounty of holiday brews is but a fond memory. Only those wise souls who stocked up on Anchor, Sc ... More >>
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July 30, 2009
Don't Worry, Paint Happy
A black India Pale Ale? What's next, a talking banana?With the exception of a few Saint Arnold's Christmas Ale six-packs, recent trips to Central Market, Goody Goody and Applejack are proving that the bounty of holiday brews is but a fond memory. Only those wise souls who stocked up on Anchor, Sc ... More >>
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June 26, 2009
Doctor Jones! Doctor Jones!
A black India Pale Ale? What's next, a talking banana?With the exception of a few Saint Arnold's Christmas Ale six-packs, recent trips to Central Market, Goody Goody and Applejack are proving that the bounty of holiday brews is but a fond memory. Only those wise souls who stocked up on Anchor, Sc ... More >>
Dining
May 14, 2009
Red India Bistro Frees Chop Suey From Its Can
A black India Pale Ale? What's next, a talking banana?With the exception of a few Saint Arnold's Christmas Ale six-packs, recent trips to Central Market, Goody Goody and Applejack are proving that the bounty of holiday brews is but a fond memory. Only those wise souls who stocked up on Anchor, Sc ... More >>
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April 16, 2009
The GPS Is Hard To Read
Fareed Zakaria speaks at the Fairmont
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January 8, 2009
Jump On In, the Water's Fine
The Modern screens The Pool
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December 25, 2008
Rooms With A View
The Modern hosts Ranjani Shettar
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November 27, 2008
Boot-Makin' Boogie
Pinto Ranch hosts old-fashioned craftsmen
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July 24, 2008
Dish And Drink
Victory Tavern hosts a brewery dinner
Music
April 3, 2008
Radio Salaam Namaste Signals the Growth of Irving's Desi Community
Victory Tavern hosts a brewery dinner
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August 23, 2007
Big Screen, Far East
Sample the wonders of Asian cinema
Dining
February 8, 2007
Tempted?
Temptations Indian Cuisine is less than seductive
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August 3, 2006
What's Up Doc?
Temptations Indian Cuisine is less than seductive
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July 13, 2006
Eastbound and Down
The Crow Collection hosts a day of Asian culture
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June 1, 2006
Sweet Dreams
The Phantom goes Bollywood
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June 1, 2006
Pump It Up
Bodybuilders grease up Plano
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April 20, 2006
To The Max
Peter takes a wild journey
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April 20, 2006
To The Max
Peter takes a wild journey
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April 13, 2006
A Brimful for ASHA
Swim in the Indian Ocean
News
October 20, 2005
Visa Charges
Indian IT workers scammed on the promise of U.S. entry
Dining
May 22, 2003
Tasty Diplomacy
The buffet table sings at Dawat
Dining
February 6, 2003
Noodles Unleashed
Liberty grows up
Dining
January 11, 2001
Inquiring Minds
India Palace Restaurant & Bar
Dining
January 11, 2001
Head East, er, North
Rasoi Indian Restaurant
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December 17, 1998
Swimming raw in Cowtown
Pangaea brings sushi and more to Fort Worth
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