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Steak Bullying, Off-Site Buzz and More from the Week in Dallas Dining
February 17, 2012 in City of Ate
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With the Red Tide Receding, It's Time To Eat Some Texas Oysters
February 17, 2012 in City of Ate
Finally. We've been covering the red tide outbreak and its effect on oyster harvesting in the gulf for some time now. Last week the news finally shifted toward the positive....
The End May Be Near for "Mixology," So Maybe We Could Cool It with the Vests?
February 17, 2012 in City of Ate
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Victor Tango's Fried Ipswich Clams: This Ain't Long Jong Silvers, Matey
February 17, 2012 in City of Ate
When I was a kid, I thought clams were irregular, long rubbery strips of sweet protein covered in cornmeal breading. It wasn't my fault. Even though I grew up on...
Plate Euthanasia: How to Kill Your Dinner Plate So You Don't Keep Nibbling
February 16, 2012 in City of Ate
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Double Meat, Double Cheese, Double Duped
February 16, 2012 in City of Ate
I'll admit it. I'm a burger snob. I LOVE when a fancy steakhouse serves up blissful beef on a house-baked bun, with gorgeous fries and interesting, scratch-made condiments. Not that...
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Lisa Garza Chooses Her Employees Based On Looks. Guess What? So Does Everyone Else.
February 15, 2012 in City of Ate
Yesterday morning, Pegasus ran a story criticizing the hiring practices of Lisa Garza as she ramped up for the opening of Sissy's, her new Henderson Avenue fried-chicken joint. The story...
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No, I Won't Cut My Steak and Tell You if It's Cooked Right. That's Your Kitchen's Job.
February 15, 2012 in City of Ate
FlickrThere's a trend I've noticed Dallas dining establishments that I think is growing and am certain should come to a stop. If you're a frequent steak eater, you'll know what...
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Off-Site Kitchen Opens ... Finally
February 14, 2012 in City of Ate
The regular cheese burger with bacon.I don't usually get into making predictions, but this one's just too easy. Off-Site Kitchen, the new breakfast-and-lunch spot from the Neighborhood Services group, opened...
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McDonald's To Phase Out Gestation Crate Pork, a Victory for McRibs Everywhere
February 14, 2012 in City of Ate
Last November we reported that Smithfield, the world's top pork producer, had recommitted to phasing out gestation-crate confinement at all of its facilities by 2017. Soon they could have incentive...
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Guilty Pleasures Unmasked: In Which We Review Chili's Chicken Crispers
February 13, 2012 in City of Ate
Chili's Chicken Crisper Combo PlateEveryone holds dear a few suspect dishes from their past, usually from questionable chain restaurants. Because we like to watch him suffer, Scott will occasionally review...
At Judi Restaurant and Bakery, Falafel and Samoon Make Meatless Monday a Cinch
February 13, 2012 in City of Ate
Brisket Tacos, Mexican Seafood, Pop-up Bars and Trufflegate: This Week In Dallas Eating
February 10, 2012 in City of Ate
Mia's Brisket Tacos Are Kinda Kick-Ass
February 10, 2012 in City of Ate
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Campo Names Josh Black its New Exec Chef; Matt McCallister Still on His (Long) Way Out
February 10, 2012 in City of Ate
Allison V. SmithFormer Campo exec chef Matt McCallister.Earlier this week I heard that Matt McCallister, the chef at Oak Cliff's Campo, had put in his two weeks. I tried to...
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Rowdy and Michelle Obama Visit a Dallas School To Promote Nutrition, Reality TV
February 10, 2012 in City of Ate
Michelle Obama talks with children during Bravo's healthy cooking challenge.Michelle Obama joined the folks from Top Chef this morning, as part of her tour celebrating the second anniversary of her...
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Dallas' Five Best Places To Eat Alone
February 09, 2012 in City of Ate
Valentine's Day is coming, which pretty much sucks for everyone. If you've got a special someone, you're guilted into going out and having your wallet gutted by a triple-digit, prix...
WhataFail: How Some Dallas Restaurants Treat Their Employees
February 09, 2012 in City of Ate
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Private | Social | Ramen! | Oh.
February 09, 2012 in City of Ate
My first run-in with Private Social came just after the restaurant, helmed by Top Chef alum Tiffany Derry released its lunch menu. I noticed the noodles right away. Leslie Brenner...
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The Design District Has a New Taco Stop
February 08, 2012 in City of Ate
This rich beefy broth is amped up with fresh cliantro and a lot of lime juice.When we got notice of a new taco shop opening, we immediately considered our lunch...
How to Open a Bottle of Wine with Your Shoe
February 08, 2012 in City of Ate
DISD Students To Compete With Top Chef Alumni In Cooking Battle. Sounds Fair.
February 08, 2012 in City of Ate
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Why Those Black Truffles You're Eating Don't Taste Like Truffles at All
February 07, 2012 in City of Ate
FlickrBlack truffles don't really work like this, as I recently learned.I remember my first encounter with truffles vividly, probably because it was a simultaneously euphoric and traumatic experience. I was...
Rush Patisserie's Croissant Deals Brunch Another Blow
February 07, 2012 in City of Ate
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How To Order Sushi Like A Champ At Yutaka
February 06, 2012 in City of Ate
Front to back: Toro, Mackerel, Squid, and UniWhen I stumbled into Yutaka on Friday night without a reservation and was told I'd have to wait an hour to sit at...
