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Author: Nelli

Nelli is the Content Manager for GenPink.com and DallasFoodNerd.com. She enjoys trying out new restaurants, traveling and enjoying Tex-Mex on multiple occasions. Connect with her on Twitter, @NelliT916 and @DallasFoodNerd. Want Dallas Food Nerd to stop by your event? Send details to Foodie (at) DallasFoodNerd (dot) com.
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Game Day Drinks for Football Season

September 20, 2021September 20, 2021 NelliLeave a comment
offshoot beer

Sip on these drinks at your next tailgate event.

Tagged Courage & Conviction American Single Malt Whiskey,football,gameday drinks,tailgates,texas bourbon,The Bruery and Offshoot Beer Co.,Virginia Distillery,whiskey
Nerdiness

Delysia Chocolatier presents virtual chocolate tasting – Oktoberfest edition – Sept. 19

September 6, 2021September 19, 2021 Nelli
delysia chcolates

Join a unique virtual event celebrating fine chocolate and Oktoberfest with Texas-based Delysia Chocolates on Sept. 19.

Tagged chocolates,delysia chocolatier,Oktoberfest,virtual chocolate tasting,virtual events
Drink Up

Celebrate Wine at the 35th Annual GrapeFest– A Texas Wine Experience

September 4, 2021September 4, 2021 Nelli

GrapeFest. the largest wine festival in the Southwest U.S,. is back this fall on September 16 – 19 in Grapevine.

Tagged food festival,grapefest,Grapevine,Grapevine Convention & Visitors Bureau,visit grapevine,wine
Food News

Addison Oktoberfest Returns Sept. 16-19

August 20, 2021August 25, 2021 Nelli

Bust out your dirndls – Addison Oktoberfest is Sept. 16-19!

Tagged addison events,addison oktoberfest,Oktoberfest
Food News

Dallas Arboretum Hosts Food and Wine Festival on June 10

June 6, 2021June 6, 2021 Nelli
dallas arboretum food and wine festival 2021

Calling all foodies and wine lovers! The Dallas Arboretum will host its fourth annual international culinary adventure this Thursday, June 10.

Tagged dallas arboretum,food and wine festival
Casual Food

Your next brunch destination is at Hills Cafe (Castle Hills)

January 30, 2021January 30, 2021 Nelli

Your next brunch awaits at Hills Cafe!

Tagged brunch,Castle Hills,casual food,Hills Cafe,lewisville

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New anxiety unlocked, thanks @christines_snapss! N New anxiety unlocked, thanks @christines_snapss! New coffee shops, smoothie and yogurt spots all seem to have a different option.
Sometimes you just want your ice cream to be a lit Sometimes you just want your ice cream to be a little extra, you know? 💁🏻‍♀️ We stopped in at @somisomiicecream, which specializes in a Korean dessert called Ah-Boong, a fish-shaped waffle cone with fillings & soft serve ice cream. Soft serve flavors range from traditional favs chocolate & strawberry to more rarely seen ube & black sesame. Altogether, the whole thing makes for a delightful, Insta-worthy treat for a nice day. 🐟🍦Check out locations in Carrollton & Frisco! 📷: #DallasFoodNerd contributor @amypyen
If you’re looking for some true southern hospita If you’re looking for some true southern hospitality paired with modern Texas cuisine, we highly recommend that you check out @skycreekkitchenandbar at the @deltasouthlake Hotel in Southlake, TX. Sky Creek Kitchen + Bar is renowned Chef @deanfearing newest venture, highlighting the best of modern Texas cuisine 🤠 Make sure to save room for dessert!! Featured Entrees: 🥩 Grilled Bison Ribeye with sweet potato enchiladas topped with Mexican slaw and crispy tobacco onions 🍖 Ancho Chile beer braised Short Ribs with creamy jalapeño grits and fried okra 🍗 Barbecue Texas Quail served with elote stuffed sweet peppers and a side of fried okra 🥜🍫 Peanut Butter Bar: Peanut butter mousse, white chocolate mousse, dark chocolate ganache, bacon ice cream, salted peanut crumble and raspberry jam (A MUST ORDER) 🍮 Flan de Coco: Coconut flan, mango, piña colada, passion fruit, topped with toasted coconut 🍹🍸 Featured Cocktails: The Coco Chanel & Hitchcock’s Bird 📸: @g8ter #dallasfood #texasfoodie #dfw #skycreekkitchenandbar #deltamarriot #southlaketx #discoverdallas #discoverfortworth #dfwfoodie #dallasfoodnerd
Did someone say PIZZA? If you have a love for Braz Did someone say PIZZA? If you have a love for Brazilian style pizza AND delicious hand crafted cocktails then Delucca Gaucho Pizzeria & Wine Dallas is where it's at! From classic pepperoni pizza to curry lamb and sopresetta (our personal favorite!), Delucca has an exclusive collection of pizza fare for all tastebuds. Take in the elegant ambience of the restaurant and the theater style kitchen for a truly tasty experience. Did we mention there's dessert pizza? The Banana Cinnamon is a must have! #deluccagaucho #deluccagauchopizzeria # yesplease #DFN #hosted #dallasrestaurants #dallasfoodinstagram
🍃 🍂 We've got all the feels for fall today. 🍃 🍂 We've got all the feels for fall today. Let’s start a friendly debate, are you team pumpkin spice or no? It’s a “meh” for me. ☕️: not-pumpkin latte from @ascensioncoffee
We're celebrating National Bourbon Heritage Month We're celebrating National Bourbon Heritage Month with @balconesdistilling! From grain to glass, Waco-based Balcones sought out the perfect ingredients to make a luscious, memorable drink. We sipped on Texas Pot Still Bourbon and enjoyed the big flavors, plus a soft and sweet finish. Food pairing: Works well (mixed or straight) with any sweet, smoky or spicy foods. This is definitely one that will be enjoyed by new and long-standing bourbon fans alike! #hosted #dallasfoodnerd #bourbon
Chicken 👏 tinder 🤣🤣🤣 Chicken 👏 tinder 🤣🤣🤣
Charity Bingo night at @hopandsting! This brisket Charity Bingo night at @hopandsting! This brisket burger from @hustletownpizza is 🔥. We’ve only been here 20 minutes and Rory already won one round! Tonight’s proceeds benefit @kids_matter!
As our Dallas Food Nerd motto goes, work hard, bru As our Dallas Food Nerd motto goes, work hard, brunch harder. 🤤 After our #BrewfestDAL adventures last night, we were back at it this morning at #MorningAfterDAL, also hosted by @dallasobserver! We had a blast sampling bites & sips from 20+ of Dallas’s best #brunch spots. Some of our favs were @oddfellowsoc’s delightful bread pudding French toast croissant & @sanmartinusa’s amazing spread of European baked goods. But ultimately we gave our Best of votes to @miarquito’s showstopping trompo & chorizo tacos. Still thinking about them! Thanks again to @dallasobserver for hosting us! 📷: #DallasFoodNerd contributor @amypyen
So many beer tastings and fun swag at @DallasObser So many beer tastings and fun swag at @DallasObserver Brewfest! Loved seeing booth after booth of all local breweries. #DALBrewfest #hosted 📷: #DallasFoodNerd contributor @jeanerjeaner
@st.argyles Round 2 - Drink up! 🍹 We’re back @st.argyles Round 2 - Drink up! 🍹 We’re back to show you the rest of our St. Argyle’s pics! Remember those tasty beignets and Cajun grub from the other day? 🎷Pair those with some refreshing, Louisiana-inspired drinks. 🍹🍹🍹 1️⃣ Swamp Water - a frozen Hurricane and Margarita topped worth melon raspberry and gummy worms 2️⃣ Frozen Flight - your choice of any four: Hurricane, Sangria, Margarita, Swamp Water, Swirl (Sangria and a Marg) Decisions, decisions! What sounds good to you?? 🧐 #hosted #dallasfoodnerd #argyletx #denton #dentontx #noladrinks
Exploring Argyle - a little taste of Louisiana at Exploring Argyle - a little taste of Louisiana at @st.argyles! If you love Cajun grub, St. Argyle’s is a must visit when in Denton County, and worth the drive if you’re craving iconic Louisiana-inspired meals. What we ate 👇🏼👇🏼👇🏼 1️⃣ Beignets 2️⃣ Oysters 3️⃣ Hushpuppies with jalapeño jam and maple butter 4️⃣ BBQ Shrimp and cream corn 5️⃣ Fried catfish (available grilled too) Hungry yet?? **saving the awesome drink pics for another post! #hosted #dallasfoodnerd #argyletx #cajun
Cheers. What are you looking forward to this mont Cheers. What are you looking forward to this month? 🥤: Milk Tea 🥤: Smoothie with Boba
FOOD FESTIVAL GIVEAWAY! 🌮🍕🍻 The exciting FOOD FESTIVAL GIVEAWAY! 🌮🍕🍻 The exciting back-to-back @dallasobserver events are coming up at the Dallas Farmers Market, #BrewfestDAL & #MorningAfterDAL on September 11 & 12. We'll have contributors hitting both, and we'll report our faves in our Stories! BrewFest on 9/11 will have hundreds of local, international & craft beers, including local favs like @deepellumbrewing & @bishopcidar, while The Morning After on 9/12 will have bottomless brunch bites from some of Dallas' top brunch spots, like @oddfellowsoc & @delsurtacos. Needless to say, we are PUMPED. Use code DALLASFOODNERD for $10 off tickets. And check out these 4-packs! ⭐️ Brunch with Your Squad 4-Pack: Includes 4 General Admission Tickets for ($45 Savings), entry into the event at 11:30am, unlimited brunch samples, brunch cocktail samples plus 3 drink tickets to use at bars. Additional drink tickets available for purchase at the event. Total Cost: $135 ⭐️⭐️ Beer Me 4-Pack: Includes 4 General Admission tickets ($40 savings), entry into the event at 7pm, 12-2 oz. beer samples from hundreds of beer options and a commemorative tasting Glass. Additional sampling cards available for purchase at the event. Total Cost: $128 ⭐️⭐️⭐️ Enter to win 2 tickets to either event by liking this post and tagging a festival friend below! We’ll choose one winner by 9/6. (Must be 21+ to enter and be able to pick up your tickets at the event with valid ID.) #dallasfoodnerd #foodfestivals #hosted #brandpartner
Did someone say HAPPY HOUR?! @cityworksus has a n Did someone say HAPPY HOUR?! @cityworksus has a new HH program featuring several yummy half-priced apps, plus drink specials. Try them out in Frisco and Fort Worth! ➡️ Buffalo Chicken Dip ➡️ Kung Pao Cauliflower ➡️ Chorizo Queso Dip ➡️ $2 off well drinks, wine glasses, and local brews including beers, backyard flights and certain hard seltzers 🗓 HH: Monday-Friday, 4-6pm #dallasfoodnerd #hosted #happyhour #cityworks
The dog days of summer call the coldest and most d The dog days of summer call the coldest and most delicious frozen cocktails in Dallas at @thunderbirdstation ⚡⚡⚡ The new brunch menu elevates the adult take on kids favorite treats by slapping an egg on dishes like a chimicanga or the Frito pie. Reliving your childhood never looked so delicious! Beat the heat and bring the pup to brunch at Thunderbird Station in Deep Ellum this weekend as the days get shorter, time is of the essence! @blogandbrunchdfw #dfwbrunch #brunch #dallas #deepellum #hosted
Prost, yall! We’re giving away tickets and beer Prost, yall! We’re giving away tickets and beer steins to the @visitaddison Addison Oktoberfest! 🍻 #ad The festival, taking place Sept. 16-19, brings together all the polka, German food and beer one could ask for in the Lone Star State! Check out the ticket and hotel packages on addisonoktoberfest.com 👇🏼👇🏼👇🏼 One lucky winner can win two tickets and two beer steins this week! Like this post and tag a friend who you’d take to the festival. We’ll choose a winner by 9/2. (Must be 21+ to enter and be able to claim your tickets with valid ID at the festival.) #dallasfoodnerd #addisonoktoberfest #prost
What's that? #ThrowbackThursday is still a thing? What's that? #ThrowbackThursday is still a thing? Oh good - let's take a look back at this amazing food from @barleyandboard! Flip to the end to meet our new friend, the Affogato Bread Pudding! 🤤 📸 from new contributors @eswayne and @lgswayne! #hosted #dallasfoodie #denton #dentoning #dallasfoodnerd
There's some yummy new goodness to try at Shell Sh There's some yummy new goodness to try at Shell Shack (Dallas)! They have recently introduced 4 new menu items which include Shrimp Pasta, The Mahi Mahi Plate and The Mahi Mahi Wrap! Be sure and try their new Fried Apple Pie for a sweet finish to your visit. Shell Shack has locations in Dallas, Mesquite and Arlington so be sure to stop in for some of the best seafood in town! #shellshackdallas #dallasfoodie #dallasfoodnerd #hosted
Nothing spooky about this establishment! 👻 👻 Nothing spooky about this establishment! 👻 👻 👻 Ghost kitchens galore come together to bring @commerceforkfoodco to life! Order on the fly from the kiosk in person or through the three major delivery services such as @doordash or @ubereats and in a jiffy you'll have the opportunity to enjoy delicious food from over 30+ ghost kitchens including @furloughbrothers Talk about variety! The spice of life! HIGHLY recommend @haciendaskitchen and @memeeswings as pictured! Use code FOODNERD20 to enjoy 20% off your order with @commerceforkfoodco We enjoyed our behind the scenes adventure and are happy to share this gem with the foodies of Dallas!
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