Wine, Dine and Learn

Luca Forte to Share about Castellani Wines at Urban Crust’s Monthly Wine Dinner

PLANO, TX (October 10, 2011) – Urban Crust, known for their authentic wood-fired Italian Pizza, will host a Castellani wine dinner October 24 at 6:30 p.m. Luca Forte, from the Castellani vineyard, will walk patrons through five Castellani wines while sharing the history of the vineyard. Chef Salvatore will create a five course small plate menu paired with a selection of whites and reds from the vineyard. Don’t miss this special evening to help you unwind and gain inspiration for those upcoming holiday parties.

What:              Urban Crust’s Castellani Wine Dinner

Where:           Urban Crust

1006 E. 15^th St.

Plano, Texas 75074

When:             Monday, October 24

6:30 p.m.

Cost:                $34.90 per person plus tax and gratuity

To Make Reservations call Monica at 214-509-1400

Pardon Our Progress
Renovations at La Calle Doce Just in Time for the Holidays

Dallas, Texas (October  6, 2011) – La Calle Doce’s Oak Cliff location will start renovations on October 17 to be completed just before Thanksgiving. Some of the renovation plans feature an enlarged patio area, newly remodeled bar, and patio area which will be completed in time for patrons to book their holiday parties.  Stay tuned for more information regarding an unveiling party to see the new additions.

About La Calle Doce located in Oak Cliff at 415 West 12^th Street, Dallas, Texas 75208

La Calle Doce is a full-service, authentic Mexican seafood restaurant where patrons can enjoy coastal Mexican cuisine created with the freshest ingredients.  The original location, opened by Oscar and Laura Sanchez, has been operating in Oak Cliff since 1981 and in 1999 the Sanchez’s opened the second location in Lakewood. For more information about La Calle Doce, visit www.lacalledoce-dallas.com.

Texas State Fair Comes to Oak Cliff
El Ranchito Features Special Fried Bites for the Month of October

Dallas, Texas (October 5, 2011) – El Ranchito in Oak Cliff will celebrate the State Fair of Texas by offering a special selection of fried bites, available throughout October.   The selection includes fried avocado with spicy dipping sauce, fried corn-on-the-cob with Mexican crema, queso fresco and chile powder and their infamous fried arroz con leche balls (think bite-sized rice pudding fritters).  Don’t miss out- just like the Fair, these treats will be gone come November.

What: Fried Bites at El Ranchito

Where: El Ranchito

610 W. Jefferson Blvd.

Dallas, Texas 75208

When: October 1 – 31

Open Mon-Thu 11am-10pm; Fri 11am-11:30pm;

Sat 10am-11:30pm; Sun 10am-10pm

About El Ranchito:

After the success of La Calle Doce, Oscar and Laura Sanchez opened El Ranchito, a full-service Mexican restaurant serving authentic Northern Mexican cuisine and classic Tex-Mex dishes. Known widely for its freshly made tortillas and festive atmosphere where mariachis play daily, customers return to El Ranchito time after time to savor the experience that is Mexico. For more information about El Ranchito visit www.elranchito-dallas.com.

MesoMaya

Enjoy Gorgeous Fall Weather on the Patio

One-month-old MesoMaya has been making headlines for its incredible Interior Mexican Cuisine, however it’s time the patio got a little of the spotlight. The open indoor patio is the perfect place to sit back, relax, and enjoy the gorgeous fall weather that is finally upon us.

11909 Preston Road, Suite 1426 Dallas, TX 75230

(469) 726-4390

www.mesomaya.com

Zio Cecio

Benvenuto! There’s a New Bambino in Town.

Zio Cecio Cucina Italiana, a new concept of Italian cuisine with a Sardinian twist, will be flaunting its Italian flair on Lovers Lane beginning October 13. Chef Francesco Farris boasts a menu featuring imported cured meats and cheeses, seasonal seafood, as well as organic beef, lamb, pork and chicken.

4615 West Lovers Lane Dallas, TX 75209 (214) 351-1100

www.ziocecio.com

Urban Crust

Take Your Taste Buds on an Worldly Adventure

Urban Crust will host Taste of New World Blends, a wine tasting dinner that features five dishes paired with five wines from around the world. The dinner will take place Monday, October 24 at Urban Crust and will cost $34.90 per person. To RSVP, call (972) 509-1400 or email Monica@UrbanCrust.com.

1006 East 15th Street Plano, TX 75074 (972) 509-1400

El Ranchito

Texas State Fair Comes to Oak Cliff’s El Ranchito

During the month of October, El Ranchito is celebrating the Texas State Fair by offering ‘fried’ bites of: fried avocado with salsa, fried corn-on-the-cob and their infamous fried rice pudding with powdered confectionary sugar.  These tasty bites will be available to celebrate our beloved Texas State Fair.

610 West Jefferson Blvd, Dallas, Texas 75208
(214) 946-4238 www.elranchito-dallas.com

La Calle Doce

A Pearl For La Calle Doce

Thirty years ago, on September 15, La Calle Doce opened its doors.  This year, on September 14, owner Laura Sanchez hosted a cocktail party at the Oak Cliff location with food, live mariachi music, and plenty of margaritas to go around. La Calle Doce also gave away gift cards in a raffle.

Oak Cliff: 415 West 12^th Street, Dallas, Texas 75208
Dallas: 17721 North Dallas Pkwy #130 Dallas, Texas 75074
www.lacalledoce-dallas.com

Social House

For The Love of The Game

The Social House is your destination for watching sports this fall.  Football is back, and the Rangers are headed to the American League Championship after clinching the American League West.  The Social House Supper Pub offers more than 50 beers on tap, 22 televisions and a 123-inch projection screen, all you need to watch the big game!

5100 Belt Line Rd., Suite 410 Addison, TX 75254 (972) 392-4300

www.socialhouseaddison.com

Mignon

No Traps Needed

Mignon Steakhouse in Plano has prepared a special Wild Game Themed Dinner menu available October 10 through 16. The four-course menu includes Duck Confit, Quail Salad, Venison Tenderloin, Roasted Rabbit and Wild Boar Chop.

4005 Preston Road #518 Plano, Texas 75093
(972) 943-3372                                                                                                                                                                     www.mignonplano.com

The Cedars Social

Shaking Up Seasonal Cocktails

The Cedars Social will be featuring some seasonal cocktails on their drink menu this fall. The savvy 1920s era style hangout is known for its extensive drink menu, so be sure to check out the new fall cocktail menu prepared by Michael Martensen!

For more information, follow The Cedars Social on Facebook.

1326 South Lamar Street Dallas, Texas 75215
(214) 928-7700 www.thecedarssocial.com

South Side on Lamar

Dallas Legacies to be Honored in Photo Exhibit

The Janette Kennedy Gallery at South Side on Lamar and Living in Gratitude will host Eyes of the Heart: A Photo Exhibit of Five Dallas Legacies October 12 through 28. The exhibit will conclude with a reception on October 28 from 6 to 9 p.m. where guests can enjoy food and purchase the artwork. Each dollar generated will benefit Living in Gratitude, an organization benefiting the North Texas Food Bank.

1409 South Lamar Street Dallas, Texas 75215
(214) 485-7526 www.southsideonlamar.com

American Heart Association

And the “King of Mobile Wood-Fired Pizza” is…

The results from this year’s American Heart Association Côtes du Coeur Wine Society Kick Off Pizza Smackdown are in. After a grueling face-off with fellow contenders, Chef Salvatore of Urban Crust was voted the best pizza maker in town! Special thanks to all of our participants and donations including: Urban Crust, Cavalli, Il Cane Rosso, Malai Kitchen, West Village Shopping Center, Pogo’s Wine, Chang Beer, Don Q Rum and Fuzzy’s Vodka.

www.dallaswineauction.com

Texas Chicken Fried Steak Day

Bring Out Your Best Pair of Cowboy Boots!

The whole state of Texas will be celebrating its beloved cowboy meal on October 26 this year; Texas Chicken Fried Steak Day is officially a state holiday! Restaurants around the state will be featuring their chicken fried steak dishes in celebration, so check the CFS Facebook Page to find one near you!

http://texaschickenfriedsteakday.wordpress.com/

www.facebook.com/texaschickenfriedsteakday

http://twitter.com/#!/search/realtime/TxCFSday

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