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Every year tens of thousands of people show up to learn what Dallas tastes like. At least, that’s what the name of the event would seem to imply. In many ways, the Taste of Dallas encapsulates Dallas’ true flavor. These aren’t the trendy restaurants that have found 20 new takes on tuna tartare; these are 50 of the foods that fill you up. Sample the greasy goodness of Herrera’s Tex-Mex or the smoky meats of Lockhart Smokehouse. Then, stop by Trailercakes, the adorable cupcake food truck, for a little something sweet. And if you’ve never made it to the State Fair of Texas — shame on you — grab a Fletcher’s corny dog a few months early. This weekend-long eating event kicks off at 4 p.m. Friday and runs through 8 p.m. Sunday throughout Fair Park (1200 S. Second Ave). One-day admission is $12, but the Taste of the Town VIP Indoor Tasting Experience is $40 per person and includes beer, wine and spirits. More information at tasteofdallas.org.
Fri., July 11, 4-11 p.m.; Sat., July 12, 11 a.m.-11 p.m.; Sun., July 13, 11 a.m.-8 p.m., 2014
