Well Fed On the Town

At the age of twelve, my mother decided to drag me to the Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Church in Dallas. Confused, I thought my Methodist-raised parent was taking me to convert. Upon arrival, however, I breathed a sigh of relief. People of every creed were standing in lines snaking around a great outdoor courtyard at […]

Vin Classic Wines, a wine-and-food boutique in the Shops at Legacy in Plano, Texas, opened quietly six weeks ago. They have polished the edges and are ready for their grand opening, which is underway now.
After many months of construction and fine-tuning, this new-concept store is a dream come true for owner Tony Bandiera and wine […]

Well fed? How about family of four eating for one week, on a steak from N9NE Steakhouse in Dallas? It’s located in the new American Airlines Victory Park. Prime beef, from famous Chicago Allen Brothers, a Left Coast wine list and a peppy, energetic atmosphere, what else is there to ask for? How about George […]

There are meals that are served and there are meals that are crafted. Some of them are simply well made and then there are those that radiate with an aura of artisanal excellence. They are often found in Paris, and in Tuscany. They are not for the budget minded. These are the finest seats, in the finest […]

Ten years ago, when I traveled the Southwest, I’d see supermarkets in Phoenix, Newport Beach, and Houston and wonder if they’d ever get to my town. I’m not sure if Rachel Ray has spent much time here, except for the occasional book signing, but the Dallas/Ft. Worth, Texas area has a great new bunch of supermarkets.
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