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Aaren Prody

Aaren Prody is a freelance food writer for the Dallas Observer, whose culinary endeavors are inspired by her travels around the world and fueled by a seriously good cup of joe. Her repertoire also extends to her camera and niche selection of Spotify playlists.

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Centrale Italia is now open in Dallas.

Group Behind Princi Italia Opens New Italian Concept in Preston Hollow

By Aaren ProdyJanuary 20, 2026

This new spot has a Marra Forni pizza oven from Italy, house-made pastas and a full Italian cocktail menu.

Jerk roasted lamb shank at Pangea in Garland.

Chef Kevin Ashade Is Bringing Pangea Back — and This Time, It’s in Dallas

By Aaren ProdyJanuary 18, 2026

The restaurant closed a year ago in Garland and is making a come back in downtown, sooner than later.

Delilah Miami

Delilah Dallas Sets Opening Date and Reservations are Live

By Aaren ProdyJanuary 15, 2026

The seen-and-be-seen restaurant has a no-phone policy. Is Dallas ready for that?

Cacio e pepe from Rye

Michelin and Guy Fieri Recommended Spot on Lower Greenville Closing

By Aaren ProdyJanuary 14, 2026

Rye is going to be absorbed by its sexy-moody sibling bar, Apothecary.

pastry from Oak Cliff Bread

The 10 Best Bakeries in Dallas for a Sweet Treat

By Aaren ProdyJanuary 13, 2026

Need a box full of freshly baked pastries? Of course you do.

pecan lodge barbecue platter

A Dallas BBQ Staple Will Soon Be Served on American Airlines

By Aaren ProdyJanuary 12, 2026

You want sauce with that? First-class passengers flying to New York will soon have the option to order barbecue.

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Every Dallas Restaurant That Closed in 2025

By Aaren ProdyJanuary 10, 2026

Last year was a tough one for local restaurants. If you have a favorite neighborhood gem, work them in the schedule more often.

Taste of Addison food

Taste of Addison Food Festival Canceled After 30 Years

By Aaren ProdyJanuary 8, 2026

Who doesn’t have at least one Taste of Addison story?

Poboy from the PoBoy Shop

Another Really Good Dallas Sandwich Shop Closes

By Aaren ProdyJanuary 8, 2026

The PoBoy Shop in Preston Center was open less than a year.

The dining room at LePassage

Le PasSage To Close, Reopen as an All-Day Cafe

By Aaren ProdyJanuary 7, 2026

Something a bit more casual seems more appropriate for the Kay Trail, don’t you think?

Urban Italia Chicken Parmigiana

New Victory Park Italian Spot Serving ‘Italia-Merica’ Comfort Food

By Aaren ProdyJanuary 6, 2026

The Italian restaurant is from the same group behind Sanjh and will open on Jan. 9.

Docent Second Floor Dining Room

The Most Anticipated Restaurant Openings of 2026

By Aaren ProdyJanuary 4, 2026

If you didn’t hit all the new places you were looking forward to in 2025, we’ve got good/bad news.

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Razzoo’s Shutters Multiple Locations Following Sale to Mi Cocina Parent Company

By Aaren ProdyJanuary 2, 2026

While nine locations have closed, 10 North Texas locations made the cut.

Pinkitzel cupcakes

Famous Cupcake ATM Closes All Locations Nationwide, Leaving Employees Blindsided

By Aaren ProdyJanuary 1, 2026

Another day, another private equity firm runs a once-revered business into the ground. 

The Saint Is Reintroducing Itself in the Design District; New Executive Chef

By Aaren ProdyDecember 30, 2025

The Saint has moved from a club-ish district to a burgeoning restaurant scene and has a new spectacular view.

Octopus plate at Zon Zon

A Look at Mediterranean Restaurant, Zon Zon, Now Open in North Dallas

By Aaren ProdyDecember 23, 2025

The North Dallas spot in an upscale modern space is from the same team behind Darna and Baboush.

Ferris Wheelers is Now AM/FM

AM/FM Lounge Is a New All-Day Restaurant With Live Music in the Design District

By Aaren ProdyDecember 22, 2025

This new all-day neighborhood diner, lounge and backyard stage will open early for breakfast, and stay up late for live music.

Shannon Wynne

‘Broke and Bummed’: The Biggest Dallas Restaurant Closings of 2025

By Aaren ProdyDecember 19, 2025

If you have a favorite neighborhood restaurant, prove it by eating there. A lot.

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13 Restaurant Openings That Shaped Dallas Dining in 2025

By Aaren ProdyDecember 18, 2025

Dallas dining had a remarkable year with more than a dozen big openings.

The Bracco at Il Bracco

Dallas’ Most Booked Restaurants of 2025 (Sorta)

By Aaren ProdyDecember 17, 2025

Here’s a look at OpenTable’s most booked restaurants at the end of 2025, with a look of who has come and gone from the list.

The terraza at Dolce Rivera

Dallas Restaurants Open on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day

By Aaren ProdyDecember 17, 2025

Relax this Christmas. Let a restaurant do the heavy lifting.

There’s Still Time to Order Christmas Dinner to Go at these Dallas Restaurants

By Aaren ProdyDecember 12, 2025

Get Christmas dinner (or dessert) to-go at these Dallas restaurants.

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