You could celebrate Thanksgiving by cooking a massive meal, but do you want to spend the holiday pulling the innards out of a turkey and washing hundreds of dishes? Instead, head to Nana atop the Hilton Anatole Hotel, 2201 Stemmons Freeway for a Thanksgiving brunch with unconventional offerings. Feast on…
Spend an evening with a cranky old war vet, a boozy redneck and a jalapeno… on a stick! Don’t worry, it’s not a nightmare dinner party, but there’ll be no shortage of entertaining personalities when Dallas native Jeff Dunham comes to town this weekend. The popular stand-up comedian and ventriloquist…
At the grocery store this weekend, we were stuck in a checkout line five deep. Seems that everyone but us decided to shop for their Butterballs days ahead of Thanksgiving. We aren’t cooking this year because, well, we aren’t keen on the idea of spending the entire day in the…
It’s back to the daily grind, but we have something to brighten your spirits and fill your stomach — for free. The good folks at Jack in the Box know how much you love free food, and they’ve got a giveaway Tuesday you won’t want to miss. After 2 p.m.,…
Though Thanksgiving is still weeks away, stores are already stocking the shelves with holiday lights and Christmas ornaments. You could be like our neighbors and put out the inflatable snowman right now, or you could enjoy what little time you have left before it’s all turkey talk and last-minute shopping…
October is long gone folks, and we here at City of Ate couldn’t be happier. Thanksgiving is around the corner, and we’ve almost recovered from yesterday’s sugar high. So let’s all put away the Halloween costumes and get ready for a week of food events, many of which are benefiting…
We’ve been on hiatus, but now we’re back to give you the scoop on restaurant openings and closings in October. It’s been a slow month for restaurant openings, but the future looks bright. California chain Fatburger announced this week that they’re in talks to open 10 stores in Dallas within…
Dust off those costumes and break out the fun-size candy, Halloween is just days away. We have plenty of spooktacular food events to tell you about, but first let’s talk about another holiday that’s happening this week. We love us some good chicken-fried steak, and we’ve been waiting for someone…
We’ve got a week’s worth of food, festivals and fun for you, plus we’ll tell you where you can meet a celebrity chef today. You’ll have to get in line behind us, of course, but we’ll save you a spot. We’re nice like that. Let’s start first with a TOGA…
Want to see some hot firemen and hot beauty queens while sampling some hot chili? Then head to the Sixth Annual Stop-Drop-n-Roll Chili Cook-Off in Grapevine benefiting the WPI Firefighters’ Fund this Saturday, October 16. Last year’s event raised over $110,000 for families of fallen and injured firefighters. This year’s…
To celebrate Dallas Observer’s “Best of Dallas” 2010, available this week, City of Ate is serving up 100 of the favorite dishes we crave, savor and hope to scarf down again soon. These dishes are in no particular order. Some are little known, others celebrated. Some are pricey, others can…
We know it’s not the end of the world if we have to valet. It’s not as if the attendant’s going to go apeshit and take our car for a joyride. Things like that only happen in ’80s comedies starring Matthew Broderick, right? The truth is that plenty of valet…
As a countdown to the Dallas Observer’s “Best of Dallas” 2010, City of Ate is serving up 100 of the favorite dishes we crave, savor and hope to scarf down again soon. These dishes are in no particular order. Some are little known, others celebrated. Some are pricey, others can…
Old World Sausage Company Farmer’s Market Shed #2 1010 S. Pearl Expressway 214-760-9000 oldworldsausagecompany.comEstimated Delivery Time: 60 minutes Actual Delivery Time: 75 minutes Not having to order Chinese food or pizza: 20 Friendliest service encountered during Knockers review: 40 Excellent selection of Chicago deli classics: 20 Late delivery: -10 Orders…
With the heat index regularly topping 100 degrees these days, we’ve been on the lookout for relief from the oppressive sun. We’re always game for brunch or cocktails on a patio, especially if we can bring Fido along. And since Fido loves the shade as much as we do, we’ve…
Situated near Dallas Market Center, this hotel restaurant offers Southwest cuisine to hungry professionals and business travelers. A recent lunch of grilled salmon was almost too pretty to eat, and the creamy risotto, served in a grilled poblano, is almost as comforting as a cashmere sweater. Another clue will come…
It’s often difficult to find a good lunch deal, but here you’ll find a little “afternoon delight.” That’s the name of this restaurant’s $5 sandwich, soup and drink combo that puts fast-food options to shame. You can build your own sandwich and even add extra meat for no additional charge…
What do tacos, LED light installations, and douchebags wearing graphic T-shirst all have in common? They were all present Thursday night when we visited the latest addition to the taco joint trend, Rock ‘n’ Taco. Occupying the space that was once Rocco’s Pizza, Rock ‘n’ Taco is the first restaurant…
The menu here is as eclectic as the décor, and the brunch crowd is always a mile thick. If you’re here for lunch, try a classic like the turkey club or a three-egg omelet. For the more adventurous, there’s a rotating menu of specials like this week’s Asian chicken tender…
As a countdown to the Dallas Observer’s “Best of Dallas” 2010, City of Ate is serving up 100 of the favorite dishes we crave, savor and hope to scarf down again soon. These dishes are in no particular order. Some are little known, others celebrated. Some are pricey, others can…
As a countdown to the Dallas Observer’s “Best of Dallas” 2010, City of Ate is serving up 100 of the favorite dishes we crave, savor and hope to scarf down again soon. These dishes are in no particular order. Some are little known, others celebrated. Some are pricey, others can…
Don’t get me wrong, I love winter and the seasonal dishes that come with it. I love me some creamy soups and hot chocolate, but by this time of the year, I’m ready for some summertime fare. Thankfully, summer’s just around the corner, and my favorite fruits are coming back…
