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Meet the sommelier: Andrew Schawel of Carbone, Dallas
by Andrew Chalk As I enter Carbone the place is overwhelming in its scale and detailed reproduction of the clubby atmosphere of New York...
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Oct 20, 202410 min read


RE:Rooted Urban Winery 210
by Andrew Chalk I had lost touch with Jennifer Beckmann after her time at Kuhlken Cellars. There, I attended a premium event she...
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Oct 17, 20244 min read


Del Dotto Experiments with Barrel Types with its Top Wines
by Andrew Chalk I recently had the opportunity to taste two outstanding Cabernet Sauvignon wines from California's premiere wine region...
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Oct 16, 20242 min read


How To Prep. a Bluefin - Spain Fusion Style
by Andrew Chalk At Spain Fusion 2024 - Dallas a Barcelona chef demonstrated how to prepare Bluefin Tuna.
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Oct 15, 20241 min read


Bombay Bicycle Club for Big Burgers and Loaded Nachos!
by Andrew Chalk When I heard the name, I assumed San Antonio’s Bombay Bicycle Club (BBC) served Indian food. Wrong! They don’t even...
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Oct 14, 20243 min read


Hotel Review: Next Time In San Antonio, Eschew the Chains for a Boutique Independent
by Andrew Chalk The Hotel Gibbs may be the ideal hotel for your next visit to San Antonio. Check out these features: Location Across...
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Oct 13, 20242 min read


Simon Family Estate Appoints Vanessa Conlin, MW as Director of Growth and Partnerships
FROM THE WIRES... FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Simon Family Estate Appoints Vanessa...
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Oct 10, 20243 min read


Wine Review: Landmark Vineyards 2021 Grand Detour Pinot Noir Sonoma Coast, CA
by Andrew Chalk If you love pinot noir, or want to sample a really alluring example, try this wine. It shows its fruit impressively in...
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Oct 9, 20241 min read


Get Brunch all day at Box Street All Day at San Antonio’s Hemisfair
by Andrew Chalk Good idea this: brunch from 9 in the morning until 4pm every day. The weekend’s popular indulgent meal available when you...
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Oct 8, 20241 min read


Chef's for Farmers Is Just One Month Away!
FROM THE WIRES...
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Oct 7, 20241 min read


The Standard, Singapore To Open November 2024 As The Brand Celebrates Its 25th Anniversary
FROM THE WIRES... Key Highlights: Prime Location : Situated on prestigious Orange Grove Road Steps away from the UNESCO-listed Singapore...
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Oct 6, 20241 min read


WHO HAS THE BEST TACOS FOR NATIONAL TACO DAY AND WHERE CAN YOU GET ONE FOR FREE?
FROM THE WIRES... Attached photo courtesy of Texas Dairy Queen Operators’ Council BEDFORD, Texas (September 30, 2024) – Here’s a tasty...
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Oct 3, 20242 min read


Introducing the NEW Jammin' Bacon Hungr-Buster at Dairy Queen Restaurants in Texas
FROM THE WIRES... An Unexpected Combination of Flavors Crafted for Texas Tastebud Perfection Image attached courtesy of Texas Dairy...
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Oct 2, 20242 min read


OMNI BARTON CREEK RESORT & SPA RECOGNIZED WITH CONDÉ NAST TRAVELER’S 2024 READERS’ CHOICE AWARD
FROM THE WIRES... “#3 Top Resort in The Southwest” [BP1] The World’s Best Hotels, Cruises, Countries, Cities, Resorts, Trains,...
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Oct 1, 20243 min read


A SUMMER SOIREE WITH TUUCI PARASOLS AND PAVILION OUTDOOR FURNITURE
by Andrew Chalk We get a lot of summer in Dallas. It is a great time to spend outdoors, but so much more enjoyable if you control the...
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Sep 30, 20241 min read
Del Dotto Estate and Vineyards Offers an Oak Experience
by Andrew Chalk Renowned for its unique customer experiences in their two striking Italian inspired properties, Del Dotto Estates and...
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Sep 29, 20242 min read


Choose Grand Brulot for National Coffee Day (9/29)
by Andrew Chalk National Coffee Day (9/29) and International Coffee Day (10/1) aren’t as fun without some booze. Espresso Martinis have...
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Sep 28, 20241 min read


UPDATE ON CHATEAU MALARTIC LAGRAVIÈRE. MAKING WINE IN FRANCE AND ARGENTINA
by Andrew Chalk I recently had the pleasure of catching up with Veronique Bonnie on a flying visit through Dallas as she dashed between...
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Sep 26, 20242 min read


The Mexican Shines with Appetizers for Tequila
by Andrew Chalk I belatedly visited The Mexican recently for a media event introducing Flecha Azul tequila. In the cigar lounge, dozens...
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Sep 25, 20241 min read


INTRODUCING FLECHA AZUL TEQUILA
by Andrew Chalk I went to an interesting media tasting of Flecha Azul tequila recently. The tequila itself is great, especially the...
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Sep 24, 20243 min read


MORE THAN MALBEC: ARGENTINA MAKES GREAT WINE FROM MANY GRAPES
by Andrew Chalk Few would deny Argentina’s success with the malbec grape. Argentine winemakers took the French grape and made it their...
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Sep 23, 20241 min read


WINE REVIEW: Cedar+Salmon 2023 Pinot Noir, Willamette Valley, OR ($25)
by Andrew Chalk This is a very enjoyable wine that skews to the fruity side of Oregon pinot noir. Pair it with turkey or veal for current...
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Sep 4, 20241 min read


DQ RESTAURANTS IN TEXAS INTRODUCE EXCLUSIVE SIGNATURE SAUCE FOR TEXANS
FROM THE WIRES... BEDFORD, TX (August 26, 2024) – Hot off the successful launch of the Carolina Reaper Tacos, DQ® restaurants in Texas...
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Sep 3, 20242 min read


I Have a New Fan...
by Andrew Chalk I have never met this person (or bot) but they are clearly a soft, sensitive soul who loves me very much. I want her to...
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Aug 30, 20241 min read
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