It’s Sour Week at Strangeways: Here’s What We’re Tasting

There’s a celebration of sour beer this week at an East Dallas neighborhood bar. You may know it well enough to remember The Great Crash through the front. You may have sped by every day and never noticed, but there it stands. It’s an institution among bars. And the first…

Here’s What to Expect from the Soon-to-Open Lockwood Distilling Co.

The neighborhood distillery in southern Richardson will finally open this month. When asked when they’re planning to be in business, Evan Batt — who owns Lockwood Distilling Company with his wife Sally — jokes “two months ago.” But now they are in the final stages, assuming the last permits go…

New Deep Ellum Restaurant Ebbs and Flows All Over the Place

There’s a new restaurant with a lot going on that popped up in Deep Ellum last week. Ebb and Flow opened quietly in September at 2651 Commerce St. in the spot last occupied by The Parlor on Commerce. It comes from Crafted Bar Concepts, whose portfolio includes Shell Shack and…

Bishop Cider Co. Finally Gives Us a Dry Cider

Some people just can’t handle cider. Even if we’re fans of desserts, when it comes to drinking something cold out of a can, we’re not equipped to take something so sweet we’re going to fall over. Don’t roll your eyes if you are one of those who loves the sweet…

Oktoberfest Season Kicks Off in Addison

This is a fantastic time of year. Maybe you’re the type who rushes to the Starbucks drive-thru when the pumpkin spice latte comes out. Perhaps you’re one who starts wearing sweaters when we finally escape from triple digits. It could be you’re one who’s stoked for the State Fair of…