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Dallas Chefs Going for Michelin: Here is the Bar (at lunch) for One Star
by Andrew Chalk Restaurant Ivan Gautier, Caen, Normandy, FRANCE A la carte or any of three menus available. We chose the 'chef's choice'...
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3 hours ago1 min read


WINE REVIEW: 2021 Gary Farrell Lancel Creek Vineyard Pinot Noir, Sonoma Coast, Sonoma Co ($75)
by Andrew Chalk Material from the producer notes he folowing background on this wine. " With summer entertaining in full swing, I would...
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3 days ago2 min read


The Surprising Role of Oil & Gas in Sustaining Louisiana’s Rice Industry
FROM THE WIRES... Grow Louisiana Coalition spotlights the partnership driving conservation, supporting Louisiana farmers and sustaining a...
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4 days ago2 min read


Paula Kornell Releases Two Sparkling Wines
by Andrew Chalk - 2020 Paula Kornell Sparkling Napa Valley Blanc de Blancs // SRP: $75 - 2020 Paula Kornell Sparkling Napa Valley Blanc...
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5 days ago2 min read


Introducing Quinta da Fonte Souto's Florão Wines - The Essence of Alto Alentejo
FROM THE WIRES... Every glass of Quinta da Fonte Souto's Florão embodies the warmth of the Portuguese sun, the gentle Alto Alentejo...
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6 days ago2 min read


MINDEN MILL UNVEILS SINGLE ESTATE NEVADA STRAIGHT RYE WHISKEY FROM THE HIGH DESERT
FROM THE WIRES... Master Distiller Joe O’Sullivan Crafts a Single Estate Rye Whiskey from Nevada as American Rye Whiskey Outpaces...
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Aug 153 min read


Kirk and Sweney Reserva Dominican Rum
by Andrew Chalk Few spirits exude history and authenticity, and XXX more than aged rum. This one is a blend of vintages aged 2-12 years....
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Aug 143 min read


Memento Mori Unveils Bold New Look
FROM THE WIRES... Luxury Napa Valley Winery Reveals Brand Refresh Amid 15-Year Anniversary NAPA VALLEY, Calif. (May 9, 2025) —...
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Aug 123 min read


Crawfish Deviled Eggs - From Birdy's N'Orleans
Crawfish Deviled Eggs by Birdy's New Orleans by Andrew Chalk Dish : Crawfish Deviled Eggs Description : Creamy deviled eggs get a Cajun...
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Aug 111 min read


Let Me Be Clear About This Hazy Beer
by Andrew Chalk We posted news of BJ's summer additions last week. One was " BJ’s Co-Hoperate Hazy Pils™: A hybrid brew that blends the...
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Aug 81 min read


Bennies and Bowls at the Porch!
FROM THE WIRES... Avocado Toast. Photo magic by Dan Padgett The Porch Serves Up the Best Summer Brunch in Dallas Award-winning...
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Aug 73 min read


I am Humbled, Humiliated, and Haunted by Truluck’s Devilishly Difficult Sommelier’s Secret White Wine Challenge
by Andrew Chalk I had to go for a long walk this morning to recover from the effects last night of one of the most chilling tortures...
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Aug 62 min read


WINE REVIEW: Whitehall Lane 2023 Sauvignon Blanc, Rutherford, Napa Valley, CA ($30)
by Andrew Chalk This is a stylish wine that took advantage of what some people called the “vintage of the century” to produce a bold,...
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Aug 52 min read


Mix It: The Happy Gilmore Gimlet
FROM THE WIRES... A cool, refreshing tequila-forward twist on the classic gimlet, this cocktail is ideal for sipping on the green, the...
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Aug 41 min read


I Pizookie®!
Graham Cracker S'mores Pizookie® by Andrew Chalk Yesterday we reported BJ's Brewhouse had a new Pizookie® for summer. It deserved more...
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Aug 11 min read


BJ’s Restaurants Invites You to Get Toasted this Summer with the Graham Cracker S’mores Pizookie® and All-New Seasonal Brews
FROM THE WIRES... Starting June 26, guests can enjoy BJ’s signature world-famous dessert layered with graham cracker crumbles, toasted...
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Jul 314 min read


MIRACLE TREAT DAY THIS THURSDAY, JULY 31 AT DQ RESTAURANTS IN TEXAS ON BENEFITING CHILDREN’S MIRACLE NETWORK
FROM THE WIRES... WHAT: This Thursday, July 31 , participating DQ restaurants across Texas will celebrate Miracle Treat Day,...
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Jul 301 min read
I asked chatGPT to Improve My Al Beirnat's Brunch Review. Oh, How Hopeless am I!
by Andrew Chalk (who is not a bot, despite rumors) Here is my review of Al Biernat's Sunday brunch. I wondered, could AI improve it? I...
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Jul 294 min read


Brunch at Al Biernat’s is Beautiful
by Andrew Chalk There might be no better time to appreciate an icon of Dallas fine dining and service at its most exceptional than Sunday...
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Jul 296 min read


Pat Martin’s Bar-B-Que: Life of Fire S2 Now Streaming
FROM THE WIRES... Tastemade is heating up with new episodes of Barbecue: Life of Fire Season 2 , streaming every Tuesday. Legendary...
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Jul 281 min read


The Ideal Downtown Dallas Staycation Itinerary
Photo: Kathy Tran FROM THE WIRES... The Ideal Downtown Dallas Staycation Itinerary Escape without leaving the city with unforgettable...
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Jul 253 min read


AL IS 27!
FROM THE WIRES...
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Jul 251 min read


Cedar + Salmon Wines Releases 2024 Willamette Valley Pinot Gris
FROM THE WIRES... The vintage is the 2 nd to be released under new rebranding initiative SONOMA, Calif. (June 17, 2025) – Cedar +...
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Jul 242 min read


Wente Family Vineyards Debuts Pacific Mist Pinot Grigio
Sourced from certified sustainable vineyards on California’s Central Coast, Wente Family Estate’s newest portfolio addition meets growing...
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Jul 233 min read
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