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How to Help: Mercy Chefs on Ground in Kerrville Fueling First Responders

By Lauren Drewes Daniels

Jul 6, 2025

The Texas Restaurant Association reports the nonprofit is on the ground in Kerrville; Mercy Chefs served 500 meals Saturday.

RJ Yoakum Is Out As Executive Chef of Georgie

By Chris Wolfgang

Jun 16, 2025

In less than two years, Yoakum transformed Georgie into one of the city's most creative fine-dining restaurants.

Mushroom Street's Deep Ellum Store Front Is A Wealth Of Mushroom Products And Knowledge

By Chris Wolfgang

Jun 9, 2025

Warren and Andrea Gwartney's Arlington-based urban mushroom farm now has a retail presence in Deep Ellum.

Frisco’s Sushi NuNu Pairs Uchi Technique With Tokyo’s Freshest Imports

By Aaren Prody

Jun 5, 2025

Sushi NuNu is Frisco's freshest catch with fish flown in daily from world-famous fish market, Toyosu, in Tokyo.

Quarter Acre's 'Drifter Dinner' Series Returns This Fall, With Michelin-Star Lineup

By Simon Pruitt

Jun 2, 2025

Four chefs, including Misti Norris, will collaborate with Toby Archibald for a dinner series this fall.

Rethinking the Tasting Menu: Quarter Acre's Fresh Approach (and Pricing)

By Lauren Drewes Daniels

May 27, 2025

As Dallas embraces the tasting menu, Quarter Acre is telling its story without overwhelming our palates (or pocketbooks).

Chef Misti Norris Joins East Dallas Restaurant as Culinary Director

By Lauren Drewes Daniels

May 8, 2025

Far Out, a funky little East Dallas gem, has got a new culinary director. Dallas should be very excited.

Vaqueros Bar-B-Q Has A New Home In Allen

By Chris Wolfgang

May 1, 2025

Gone is the tiny food trailer. In its place, a home for splendid barbecue with a big-name partner.

Anastacia Quiñones-Pittman Will Leave José To Launch New Concept

By Chris Wolfgang

Apr 28, 2025

The chef who helped turn Jose into a beloved spot for inventive Mexican fare is striking out on her own.

Meridian Plots a Comeback As a Relaxed Neighborhood Bistro

By Lauren Drewes Daniels

Apr 16, 2025

Once one of Dallas' prized restaurants, a new chef is at the helm of Meridian, which should reopen early this summer.

6 Chefs Fueling The Future of Dallas' Culinary Scene

By Chris Wolfgang

Apr 11, 2025

We've tracked down six chefs you should keep a hungry eye on.

Tiffany Derry To Appear on MasterChef Season 15 with Gordon Ramsey

By Aaren Prody

Apr 10, 2025

Season 15 of MasterChef will have a brand new theme that tests relationships.

Matt’s Rancho Martinez Is a Local Tex-Mex Icon

By Nick Reynolds

Apr 8, 2025

The Martinez family has been in the food business for more than 100 years.

Dallas Chef Wins Second Place in 2025 World Food Championship

By Aaren Prody

Apr 3, 2025

Senior sous chef Ricardo Viesca Gutierrez at The Sheraton beat out more than 1,200 chefs from around the world.

2025 Dallas James Beard Finalists Announced

By Lauren Drewes Daniels

Apr 2, 2025

The James Beard finalists are out, with several big Dallas names on the exclusive culinary awards list.

The Best Dessert Tray in Dallas and the Turks Behind It

By Simon Pruitt

Apr 1, 2025

At the Mayor's House by Selda, cultural pride has never been sweeter.

Update: John Tesar Leaves Knife, Restaurant to Close in August

By Lauren Drewes Daniels

Mar 28, 2025

John Tesar and Knife Steakhouse at The Highland Dallas have parted ways; however, it will continue to operate until Aug. 31.

The Oldest Barbecue Family in Dallas: The Hardeman’s Legacy of Smoke, Sauce and Soul

By Deah Berry Mitchell

Mar 19, 2025

At Hardeman’s, barbecue isn’t just food, it’s a continuation of Black culinary traditions, shaped by migration, resilience, and community.

Dallas Restaurant Dishes After Filming an Episode for Diners, Drive-ins and Dives

By Melanie Hernandez

Mar 7, 2025

While it doesn’t fit the Triple D mold, Rye will be featured on an episode showcasing its original menu.

Cafe Nubia Celebrates One Year: Queens, Kings Take Note

By Lauren Drewes Daniels

Mar 5, 2025

Cafe Nubia is not only a dining and live music destination in North Dallas but it's also a community.

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Recap: Dallas Observer Supper Club

Swank to Close, Move North as New Concept

Chefs

Recap: Dallas Observer Supper Club

Swank to Close, Move North as New Concept

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