DMN Food and Events

For nearly as long as Nick & Sam's Steakhouse has been open, Benny Bajrami has glided through its dining room, waiting on politicians, CEOs and celebrities, including Luka and Shaq. “It’s pressure and it’s performance,” he says. “When I get in the zone, forget about it! I don’t know where my head’s at. I’m just in it.” https://bit.ly/3LwLWuQ?utm_medium=social&utm_source=facebook_DMN_Food_and_Events

HALL Arts Hotel

The HALL Arts Hotel is an award-winning, new-luxury experience in the heart of the Dallas Arts District. They want to thank you for voting them this year’s Best in DFW’s Gold Winner for Best Hotel Rooms & Suites, Best Downtown Hotel and Best Concierge Service. In addition, Ellie’s Restaurant & Lounge was the Gold Winner for Best Hotel Bar and Best Hotel Restaurant, among several other Golds! The HALL Arts Hotel looks forward to sharing the art of hospitality with you, with many curated holiday experiences for all to enjoy! bit.ly/3AWVn2a

Frozen in Frisco

Watch: Barbecue secrets, revealed with food writer Sarah Blaskovich

Join us for a delicious conversation. Two of Dallas-Fort Worth's most celebrated pitmasters will answer your questions and share secrets. Why is barbecue so expensive? And where do these pitmasters eat barbecue when they're not at their own shops? Bring your lunch and join us, virtually, as Dallas Morning News food writer Sarah Blaskovich quizzes Joe Zavala, co-owner of Zavala's Barbecue in Grand Prairie, and Lane Milne, co-owner of Goldee’s Barbecue in Fort Worth.

Dallas Morning News Holiday Cookie Contest Announcement

Find out the winners of our annual Dallas Morning News Holiday Cookie Contest! We’ll be announcing 1st, 2nd and 3rd place winners in categories for Boozy, Bar, Kids’ Choice, Sandwich Cookies and Pastry, plus we’ll name the Cookie Man winner, which will be our cookie mascot for 2022.

Recipes that wow: Holiday dishes made by D-FW celebrities

Chat with Dallas celebrities who love to cook! We’ll hear from Marty Turco (former Dallas Stars player) and Dawn Elliott (Dallas Cowboys player Ezekiel Elliott’s mom). You’re sure to come away with cooking tips and fun facts. Food writer Sarah Blaskovich will lead the discussion.

Why Fort Worth is the barbecue capital of Texas right now

Join us for a delicious discussion about the state of barbecue in Texas. Fort Worth is the best city in the state to find new, innovative barbecue. But why? And why do we need to stand in line for it? Food writer and barbecue fanatic Sarah Blaskovich will chat with the best in the business: the pitmasters at Goldee's Barbecue, the No. 1 barbecue joint in the state; plus the owners of Panther City BBQ; Dayne's Craft Barbecue; and Heim Barbecue. We'll also hear from Brandon Hurtado, who operates Hurtado Barbecue in Arlington, a neighbor to Fort Worth. Come with questions for Tarrant County's finest pitmasters.

A chat with Sarah Blaskovich - What’s the deal with expensive restaurants in Dallas?

Food, in general, has gone up in price. But that’s not what we’re talking about today: We’re talking about ultra-exclusive, luxurious and unique restaurants that have opened in Dallas in 2020 and 2021, charging $150 to $300 per person. Dallas chefs will talk about how expensive restaurants are thriving in Dallas right now. Why the high prices? And, if you’re so inclined: How do you get a seat?

What the heck are ghost kitchens — and are they any good?

Join food writer Sarah Blaskovich and Dallas chef Jeff Bekavac as we explain one of the buzziest business models in food right now: ghost kitchens. Where are they? How do I order? What does the name even mean? Celebrity chefs like Guy Fieri and David Chang have opened ghost kitchens in Dallas, but so have many local restaurant owners. Bekavac, the director of culinary for Cane Rosso and Zoli’s in Dallas and former chef at Neighborhood Services, will answer questions about how the business model works. Blaskovich will help you pick the right ghost kitchens so you don’t waste your money. And while we chat, we’ll unbox a few food deliveries in real time, doing quality checks to see if the food arrives hot and tastes great. Come hungry!

Flavored Tortillas

Chef Anastacia Quinones from Jose may be best known for her creative tacos, made with flavored tortillas and an unpredictable assortment of fillings. Read the restaurant review here: https://www.guidelive.com/restaurant-reviews/2019/02/27/chef-anastacia-quiones-brings-bold-creativity-tothe-modern-mexican-menu-jos-dallas

Sushi Hand Roll

Who is king of the hand roll in Dallas? Check out Michalene Busico's review here, http://bit.ly/2S99R5L ... this video by Tommy Noel will definitely whet your appetite!

Enchant Christmas

Are you up to the challenge of helping Santa find eight gifts hidden by Eddie the mischievous Elf? From now until Dec. 30, you can test your skills by visiting Arlington's Globe Life Park, home of Enchant Christmas and the world's largest Christmas light maze. Even if puzzles aren't your thing, you're sure to discover something to surprise and delight the entire family. Learn more and get your tickets today: http://bit.ly/2zqWreK.

Tyra Banks and others on the red carpet at Women That Soar

Watch host Tyra Banks, Common and founder Gina Grant on the red carpet at the "Women That Soar" awards show this weekend.

Bourbon meets beer in this 'hopped' cocktail

At Bolsa Restaurant, bartenders make a simple syrup from a local craft beer to add depth and complexity to a bourbon-based cocktail called All Hopped Up. Sound up your alley? You're in luck -- we got the recipe: https://www.guidelive.com/bars-and-cocktails/2018/08/08/stir-crazy-bourbon-meets-beer-hopped-cocktail-bolsa-restaurant-dallas

This Manhattan cocktail is topped with a pork chop

Perry's Steakhouse & Grille is famous for its pork chop. So famous is the meat that bartenders decided to put it in a cocktail -- really! Here's how you can go whole hog at home: https://www.guidelive.com/bars-and-cocktails/2018/09/28/stir-crazy-hoghattan-cocktail-pork-chop-perrys-manhattan-recipe

Ice cream means more than dessert to business owner Jose Luis Ordóñez. In 2017, he sold everything he owned to start his business. STORY: https://www.guidelive.com/food-and-drink/2018/11/02/ice-cream-tastes-like-queso-tequila-elote-one-dallas-paleteria-snack-shop