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Lauren Durie

LAUREN DURIE focuses on offbeat adventures and things you didn’t even know you wanted on your bucket list. She seeks out the weirdest and wackiest beats and bites to prove there’s no such thing as a flyover city or state. An accidental Texan by way of Denver and Chicago, she’s having fun exploring Dallas and is forever in search of the best hot pot, bagel and noodle bowl. You can follow the (mis)adventures on her blog theDownLo.com or on Insta @lmonitz.

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Get Your Roll On: Where To Satisfy Your Handroll Craving in DFW

By Lauren DurieMay 27, 2025

Handrolls are having a moment. From sleek hideaways to vibey sushi counters, here’s where Dallas is rolling deep.

A First Look at the Only Tasting Menu in McKinney: The Quay

By Lauren DurieMay 19, 2025

Eat your way around the world at The Quay, McKinney’s first global tasting menu set amidst a faux European waterfront.

Conveyor Belt Sushi and A Spin Through Little Asia in Plano

Conveyor Belt Sushi and A Spin Through Little Asia in Plano

By Lauren DurieMay 7, 2025

We recently took a culinary tour in Plano that started with conveyor belt sushi and ended with croissant waffles.

There’s a Secret Members-Only Supper Club in McKinney

By Lauren DurieMay 7, 2025

Exclusive 12 seats, surprise menu, hefty price tag. Who’s in?

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The Surprising Cult Favorite at the Dallas Farmers Market: Porch Swing Tea

By Lauren DurieApril 30, 2025

Fresh-brewed and $3 refills for life – the fire-engine red truck at the Dallas Farmers Market is worth the hype.

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Egg N Bird in Plano: An Unexpected Breakfast Ride Worth Taking

By Lauren DurieApril 29, 2025

We were pleasantly surprised when we stopped by this spot serving chicken and egg sandwiches.

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Plano’s Chocolate Angel Serves Up Nostalgia in a Tea Cup

By Lauren DurieApril 18, 2025

Tea times are trending, but for a nostalgic and delightful experience, head to Chocolate Angel.

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Crossroads Diner is Back with a New Location and New Lease on Life

By Lauren DurieApril 14, 2025

But have you tried the house-made sticky bun topped with a caramel pecan schmear?

Is Tea Around Town Worth the Hype?

By Lauren DurieApril 4, 2025

What’s that big pink bus all about? Tea time. That’s what.

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The Glen: Brunch with a Side of Stretching

By Lauren DurieMarch 11, 2025

If the ‘hair of the dog’ means keeping the drinks flowing, maybe there’s something to be said for keeping the club vibes rolling right into the morning.

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