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Fine Dining

The Highland Dallas Pops its Cork

November 2, 2014 harben
the highland dallas VIP party via dallasfoodnerd.com

A full crowd came out to celebrate the opening The Highland Dallas. The hotel, formerly known as Hotel Palomar, is the new jewel in Hilton’s Curio Collection. Many VIPs were on-hand, including John Tesar who performed a celebratory champagne cleaver-off to inaugurate the new property in a style befitting his Continue Reading

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Fine Dining

An Evening at John Tesar’s Knife

July 29, 2014July 28, 2014 FatherFeedsFlock
John Tesar's Knife via dallasfoodnerd.com

My wife, the Dutchess, recently got a promotion, so it was my job to create a celebration. The last time we celebrated something wonderful was at Spoon, Chef John Tesar’s seafood joint. It was one of the best meals we ever had. You can read about it at FatherFeedsFlock. I decided Continue Reading

Tagged Dallas,fine dining,Hotel Palomar,john tesar,Knife restaurant

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Hey food nerds 🤓, we have a brand new allergy d Hey food nerds 🤓, we have a brand new allergy diagnosis in our house. What are your fav #glutenfreedairyfree brands and local restaurants? Particularly kid-friendly?
About last night…!@thedallasarboretum was back w About last night…!@thedallasarboretum was back with its annual food & wine festival - an evening of amazing sips, bites and company! *hosted We loved seeing some of our favorite local chefs and noshing on the samples. Catch the Garden Market this weekend from 10am - 3pm, a farmers market style event featuring dozens of local vendors. Tickets for this event are included with your membership or general garden admission. Photos: @pittsburghfoodnerd, @jeanerjeaner, @amypyen *mediapartner #dallasarboretum #foodandwinefestival #dallasfoodnerd
Enjoying amazing eats and treats from @visitaddiso Enjoying amazing eats and treats from @visitaddison #tasteaddison this weekend. Some of the best restaurants in Addison are here and representing such as @ifratellipizza and @natesseafoodhouse with delicious food for all to enjoy. Nothing makes food taste better than great music so come down and enjoy great music acts such as 3rd Eye Blind and Florida who rocked the crowd just last night. We're making our Addison restaurant list and checking it twice, got some great places to check out again soon! #dallasfoodnerd contributor 📷: @iamdanyelbuie
Show of hands - who's a big fan of @konagrill? We Show of hands - who's a big fan of @konagrill? We sure are! And we are even more excited about their NEW BRUNCH MENU! Kona's new weekend brunch mixes their menu staples like steak and seafood with a breakfast twist -- and it doesn't disappoint! Swipe to see our sips and bites:- $3 Mix ‘n’ Match Kona-Mosas (watermelon and white peach)- Avocado Egg Rolls (crispy goodness)- Chicken & Shrimps Lettuce Wraps (a great light option)- Kona Filet (tender and juicy)- Carrot Cake (we can't say no to dessert!) Where are you brunching this weekend??  #dallasfoodnerd contributor:: @nazytokleh
The beautifully decorated @elpatiomextex situated The beautifully decorated @elpatiomextex situated at The Grandscape of The Colony in North Dallas aims to put their own spin on Tex Mex by remixing it to Mex Tex! They hit the bullseye! 🎯 The flavors are insanely authentic and the drinks are sure to quench your thirst on these summer days. 🌞 Try elaborate dishes such as the trompo chicken or churros cart that is not only another meal, but an experience! 🔥 Soon guests can enjoy a rooftop patio! What better way to enjoy the Summer days with an ice cold frozen margarita in hand?! 🍹 Thanks @leisurelyleah and @blogandbrunchdfw for hosting this wonderful brunch! #dallasfoodnerd contributor:: @chris_dds
Treat yourself to tasty Modern to Fire cuisine at Treat yourself to tasty Modern to Fire cuisine at @asador_dallas! Located inside the Renaissance Hotel in Dallas, this is great food dare done right. We began the evening with a yummy house made drink infused with the freshest fruit and veggies and herbs, how impressive is this tequila tower! The hits of the night were the habanero and tomato salsa, smoked pineapple and bacon guacamole, loaded tator tots (do NOT leave until you've had these!). Other tasty faves are the 44 Farms Ground Brisket Cheeseburger, Crispy Pork Belly and a delectable Warm Mexican Chocolate Brownie for dessert. Sidebar: we'll definitely be back for the Ahi Tuna Taco coming this summer. Dinner is served daily from 5-10pm, so make those reservations soon, and let them know we sent ya! Photos by @iamdanyelbuie
🍹The Summer of Rum at (@trick_pony_deep_ellum ) 🍹The Summer of Rum at (@trick_pony_deep_ellum ) is ushering in Summer 2021 with a line up of tiki cocktails that are beautiful and delicious. Inspired by classic cocktails from around the world with a beachy tiki remix, you'll be transported to faraway sands and waves without leaving Dallas. 🏝 Grab your tropical shirt and get lei'd at Trick Pony in Deep Ellum all summer long! #dallasfoodnerd contributor @chris_dds
🥗 We’ve been having salad almost every day fr 🥗 We’ve been having salad almost every day from our backyard! Pandemic garden ftw.
Fair food galore! 🍗 @thesrfestival celebrates i Fair food galore! 🍗 @thesrfestival celebrates its 40th anniversary this year! Check out the food, games, stage shows, themed weekends and a ton more fun now through May 31. 🍻 What’s your favorite part of this renaissance fair?? 👑 *media visit* #dallasfoodnerd #scarboroughfair #waxahachietexas
Our favorite time of the week is back! It's Brun Our favorite time of the week is back! It's Brunch:30, and you MUST try @elvecinotexmex located near White Rock Lake! Fresh Tex Mex, queso for days and breakfast tacos that rival your Mom's, this spot has it all! Not to mention $5 bloody marys and frozen margs to get your weekend started right! Happy birthday @leisurelyleah 🎉and thanks for hosting us to celebrate your special day. Go ahead and give her a follow for all things Dallas! 📷: #dallasfoodnerd contributor @chris_dds
Live music 🎶 Lake-view 🛥 Clear skies ⛅️ Not super photogenic food 🍔 , but tasty + excellent weather + atmosphere tonight at @bigdaddysongrapevinelake. If you find yourself in Grapevine, this spot is BYOB 🍺. They also sell food to feed the 🦆, which our kiddos love.
We’re celebrating our love for hummus on Nationa We’re celebrating our love for hummus on National Hummus Day (5/13) with a giveaway to @roti! The re-opened location at @plazaatpreston welcomes Dallasites for fast-casual Mediterranean food featuring bowls, salads pitas, falafel and more. Swipe to see the crave-worthy grub! 🧆🥙🫓 Enter for a change to win a $25 Roti gift card by: 1️⃣ Following @roti 2️⃣ Let us know in the comments: WHAT WOULD YOU ORDER?! 3️⃣ Tagging your dining buddy (each comment counts as an entry) We’ll choose one winner by 5/16. (Must 18+ to enter; this giveaway is not associated with Instagram.) 📸: Nelli @pittsburghfoodnerd in Dallas (Media visit) #dallasfoodnerd *brandpartner #roti #Mediterraneanfood #dfweats #dallas #prestonplaza #nationalhummusday
Our contributor Kelly is headed to Walt Disney Wor Our contributor Kelly is headed to Walt Disney World in June! What are your food nerd tips for her? This is an all grown-up trip. She says she wants favorite cocktails 🍹 🍸 , appetizers, secret experiences, anything else ya got! #waltdisneyworld #disneyfood
Take a trip this weekend to the Mediterranean for Take a trip this weekend to the Mediterranean for brunch at @baboushdallas in West Village! Grab your friends, share some traditional mediterranean eats while relaxing with some housemade cocktails and hookah. For starters sink your teeth into the Baboush Mezzah platter. Sample all the homemade dips and olives and is served with fresh out of the over pita bread. Save room for the Dolma Lamb Rack and Chicken Kebabs. The flavors as spices are authentic and the portions are plentiful. Make your reservations today! 📸: @chrisro125dds #dallasfoodnerd #blogandbrunchdfw @leisurelyleah
🕹 It’s FRIDAY! Enjoying drinks and games at @ 🕹 It’s FRIDAY! Enjoying drinks and games at @nerdvanafrisco 📸: Nelli (in town from @pittsburghfoodnerd )
I’m over on @dallas_moms today taking over their I’m over on @dallas_moms today taking over their IG stories. Go watch! #dallasmomstakeover. I’ve been a contributor for a few years and oddly enough rarely talk food over there. My last blog post was on geocaching. Also, I want to know do your kiddos help in the kitchen? 🍕
#austinfoodandwinefestival showed up in my Faceboo #austinfoodandwinefestival showed up in my Facebook memories today! Tag your fav Austin food nerds + restaurants so we can follow ‘em. Some of our fav Austin restaurants are hashtagged #dfnatx
🍓 Hiya fellow food nerds! Let’s talk breakfas 🍓 Hiya fellow food nerds! Let’s talk breakfast + brunch... any places you’ve been to lately that you recommend?
Still chilling at home, @juliau.1951 had an at-hom Still chilling at home, @juliau.1951 had an at-home happy hour featuring @williamchrisvineyards wines and a cheese and charcuterie selection thanks to the great folks at @centralmarket on Lovers Lane. Try the creamy goat cheese - it will change your life 🧀 📸: @juliau.1951 🧀 + 🍷: @central_market
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