8:00 AM on Jul 27, 2020 CDTPara leer este artículo en español, Luis Dominguez, a career chef in Dallas, died from COVID-19 on July 22 after spending 18 days in the hospital, his last five on a ventilator.The chef, described as hard-working and reliable in his roles at more than a half-dozen kitchens in Dallas, had been working most recently as executive sous chef at HG Sply Co. in Dallas. Dominguez was 38.“It’s unreal,” said Tracy Mackay, who worked with Dominguez when he was chef de cuisine at Smoke. “Someone I know really well is gone — and it’s from COVID.”Dominguez was admitted to...…8:00 AM on Jul 27, 2020 CDTPara leer este artículo en español, Luis Dominguez, a career chef in Dallas, died from COVID-19 on July 22 after spending 18 days in the hospital, his last five on a ventilator.The chef, described as hard-working and reliable in his roles at more than a half-dozen kitchens in Dallas, had been working most recently as executive sous chef at HG Sply Co. in Dallas. Dominguez was 38.“It’s unreal,” said Tracy Mackay, who worked with Dominguez when he was chef de cuisine at Smoke. “Someone I know really well is gone — and it’s from COVID.”Dominguez was admitted to...WW…

12:40 PM on Jul 27, 2020 CDTDine-in movie theater Look Cinemas, on Belt Line Road near the Dallas North Tollway, has closed.A statement on the company website doesn't give a reason for the closure. It thanks customers for their loyalty and offers wishes "for the safety and prosperity" of those reading.The movie theater restaurant and bar Ivy Kitchen has also closed.Look Cinemas had been temporarily shuttered since mid-March, when a included the closure of restaurant dining rooms, bars and gyms. While Gov. Greg Abbott allowed movie theaters to reopen May 1, Look Cinemas remained closed. It...…12:40 PM on Jul 27, 2020 CDTDine-in movie theater Look Cinemas, on Belt Line Road near the Dallas North Tollway, has closed.A statement on the company website doesn't give a reason for the closure. It thanks customers for their loyalty and offers wishes "for the safety and prosperity" of those reading.The movie theater restaurant and bar Ivy Kitchen has also closed.Look Cinemas had been temporarily shuttered since mid-March, when a included the closure of restaurant dining rooms, bars and gyms. While Gov. Greg Abbott allowed movie theaters to reopen May 1, Look Cinemas remained closed. It...WW…

2:15 PM on Aug 7, 2020 CDTDespite an order from the Texas governor keeping during the COVID-19 pandemic, Katy Trail Ice House in Uptown Dallas reopened Friday, Aug. 7 at noon.The popular outdoor bar has sold more alcohol than nearly any other standalone bar in Dallas in the past year, according to Texas Alcoholic Beverage Commission (TABC) figures. Katy Trail Ice House averaged $530,000 in total alcohol sales each month for the past year.It’s been closed since June 26, when Gov. Greg Abbott’s order shut down bars across Texas, with the aim of limiting the spread of COVID-19. During a...…2:15 PM on Aug 7, 2020 CDTDespite an order from the Texas governor keeping during the COVID-19 pandemic, Katy Trail Ice House in Uptown Dallas reopened Friday, Aug. 7 at noon.The popular outdoor bar has sold more alcohol than nearly any other standalone bar in Dallas in the past year, according to Texas Alcoholic Beverage Commission (TABC) figures. Katy Trail Ice House averaged $530,000 in total alcohol sales each month for the past year.It’s been closed since June 26, when Gov. Greg Abbott’s order shut down bars across Texas, with the aim of limiting the spread of COVID-19. During a...WW…

5:06 PM on Jun 17, 2020 CDTDespite a news report that said the State Fair of Texas “” by opening in September, a statement from the fair says that decision hasn’t been made yet.Dallas County reported a — 413 — and an uptick in positive COVID-19 cases over the past Gov. Greg Abbott “ with Texas’ reopening,” though some business owners and event organizers are curious if the increase in numbers signifies a .Related:The organizers of the State Fair of Texas say in a statement that they’ll decide in mid or late July whether to open the fair for its 24-day run. If they do, the prescribed dates...…5:06 PM on Jun 17, 2020 CDTDespite a news report that said the State Fair of Texas “” by opening in September, a statement from the fair says that decision hasn’t been made yet.Dallas County reported a — 413 — and an uptick in positive COVID-19 cases over the past Gov. Greg Abbott “ with Texas’ reopening,” though some business owners and event organizers are curious if the increase in numbers signifies a .Related:The organizers of the State Fair of Texas say in a statement that they’ll decide in mid or late July whether to open the fair for its 24-day run. If they do, the prescribed dates...WW…

4:22 PM on Jun 23, 2020 CDTThe operators of Twisted Root Burger Co. in North Texas have submitted three bankruptcy filings for its restaurants in Coppell, Arlington and Carrollton.All nine Twisted Root restaurants in North Texas remain closed. They shuttered in late March, to curb the spread of the new coronavirus.Co-owner Jason Boso says he may file more Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection paperwork for the remaining six Twisted Roots if he can’t get a break on rent and food costs from landlords and vendors. Most of those will go into bankruptcy, he says.Related:Boso’s choice — to file for...…4:22 PM on Jun 23, 2020 CDTThe operators of Twisted Root Burger Co. in North Texas have submitted three bankruptcy filings for its restaurants in Coppell, Arlington and Carrollton.All nine Twisted Root restaurants in North Texas remain closed. They shuttered in late March, to curb the spread of the new coronavirus.Co-owner Jason Boso says he may file more Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection paperwork for the remaining six Twisted Roots if he can’t get a break on rent and food costs from landlords and vendors. Most of those will go into bankruptcy, he says.Related:Boso’s choice — to file for...WW…

6:00 AM on Jun 22, 2020 CDT — Updated at 10:48 AM on Oct 13, 2020 CDTThere’s no hotter food trend in Dallas right now than Nashville hot chicken.Palmer’s Hot Chicken opened Oct. 17, 2020 in Lakewood, and Lucky’s Hot Chicken opened a month prior, on Sept. 21, 2020.Despite the hot-chicken boom, Nashville hot chicken restaurants seem to have some room to grow in Dallas. For comparison, the spicy dish is “,” the Los Angeles Times reported last year.Dallas restaurants like Rapscallion, Whistle Britches and Street’s Fine Chicken serve Nashville hot chicken, but they’re not dedicated Nashville hot...…6:00 AM on Jun 22, 2020 CDT — Updated at 10:48 AM on Oct 13, 2020 CDTThere’s no hotter food trend in Dallas right now than Nashville hot chicken.Palmer’s Hot Chicken opened Oct. 17, 2020 in Lakewood, and Lucky’s Hot Chicken opened a month prior, on Sept. 21, 2020.Despite the hot-chicken boom, Nashville hot chicken restaurants seem to have some room to grow in Dallas. For comparison, the spicy dish is “,” the Los Angeles Times reported last year.Dallas restaurants like Rapscallion, Whistle Britches and Street’s Fine Chicken serve Nashville hot chicken, but they’re not dedicated Nashville hot...WW…

11:18 AM on Apr 12, 2021 CDTA zero-calorie drink named Dr Pepper Zero Sugar has hit Texas grocery store shelves. A spokeswoman from Keurig Dr Pepper says the drink entered the market last month and should now be available “at all major retailers.”The drink comes in three flavors: original, cherry and cream soda. It’ll be sold in 12-ounce cans, 20-ounce bottles, 2 liters and half liters.A statement from the company says the new zero-sugar drink “celebrates the one-of-a-kind taste of Dr Pepper’s signature 23 flavors.” Those 23 flavors have been the signature of the soda since it was...…11:18 AM on Apr 12, 2021 CDTA zero-calorie drink named Dr Pepper Zero Sugar has hit Texas grocery store shelves. A spokeswoman from Keurig Dr Pepper says the drink entered the market last month and should now be available “at all major retailers.”The drink comes in three flavors: original, cherry and cream soda. It’ll be sold in 12-ounce cans, 20-ounce bottles, 2 liters and half liters.A statement from the company says the new zero-sugar drink “celebrates the one-of-a-kind taste of Dr Pepper’s signature 23 flavors.” Those 23 flavors have been the signature of the soda since it was...WW…

10:05 AM on Mar 19, 2021 CDTThe Ginger Man in Dallas is gone, may it rest in pieces.The orange house-turned-bar has been bulldozed. Crews are hauling off what remains of the Boll Street bar that opened nearly three decades ago, in the early ‘90s.The Ginger Man was one of Dallas’ earliest craft beer bars, known for its cluster of beers on tap and its shaded backyard. It was a spirited spot for a game of darts. And it seemed to invite all kinds: businesspeople, beer snobs, Uptown youngsters and more.The property at the corner of Boll and Howell streets in Uptown Dallas was Stream Realty in...…10:05 AM on Mar 19, 2021 CDTThe Ginger Man in Dallas is gone, may it rest in pieces.The orange house-turned-bar has been bulldozed. Crews are hauling off what remains of the Boll Street bar that opened nearly three decades ago, in the early ‘90s.The Ginger Man was one of Dallas’ earliest craft beer bars, known for its cluster of beers on tap and its shaded backyard. It was a spirited spot for a game of darts. And it seemed to invite all kinds: businesspeople, beer snobs, Uptown youngsters and more.The property at the corner of Boll and Howell streets in Uptown Dallas was Stream Realty in...WW…

11:27 AM on Mar 2, 2021 CSTOrganizers of the State Fair of Texas are moving ahead with plans for this year’s event Sept. 24 through Oct. 17 despite a cloud of uncertainty from the coronavirus pandemic.Karissa Condoianis, spokeswoman and senior vice president of public relations, says the team is taking “an optimistic and measured approach” and notes that planning is underway. Last year’s State Fair was canceled.Major Texas events scheduled for early 2021 have been canceled or dramatically changed. The Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo, which was initially moved to later in the spring, has...…11:27 AM on Mar 2, 2021 CSTOrganizers of the State Fair of Texas are moving ahead with plans for this year’s event Sept. 24 through Oct. 17 despite a cloud of uncertainty from the coronavirus pandemic.Karissa Condoianis, spokeswoman and senior vice president of public relations, says the team is taking “an optimistic and measured approach” and notes that planning is underway. Last year’s State Fair was canceled.Major Texas events scheduled for early 2021 have been canceled or dramatically changed. The Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo, which was initially moved to later in the spring, has...WW…