Angie Quebedeaux

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Best of Dallas: Most Affordable Bites

Sep 28, 2024 | dallasobserver.com | Lauren Drewes Daniels |Hank Vaughn |Angie Quebedeaux |Anisha Holla

Our 2024 Best of Dallas issues is a guide to the wonderful fluffy underbelly of Dallas: restaurants, bars and holes-in-the-walls we're at times reluctant to share less they "trend." Now, after trolling the city for the shiny, salty and always tasty spots, we've rounded up some of our favorite budget-friendly from the food and drink section in this article.
Grilled Cheese Sandwich Day: Dallas' Best Spots to Celebrate

Apr 12, 2024 | dallasobserver.com | Angie Quebedeaux

The simple grilled cheese gained popularity in the U.S. in the 1930s during the Great Depression as an affordable and filling meal for families. Initially a simple combination of bread, cheese and butter, the grilled cheese sandwich has since evolved into a versatile dish with countless variations for both high-profile chefs and home cooks. Dallas restaurants are no exception in the quest to make the best damn grilled cheese ever.
Fortunate Son, A New Haven-style “A-Pizzaeria” From the Team at Goodfriend

Apr 9, 2024 | dallasobserver.com | Angie Quebedeaux

The term “apizza” itself sets New Haven apart. The initial “a” reflects the Italian dialect spoken in the Naples region. These pizzas take on an oval shape and are intentionally charred longer and at a slightly lower temperature than their Neapolitan counterparts. The sourdough undergoes extended fermentation, resulting in a firmer, chewier crust compared to the quick-rise New York style.
Sip Without Sacrifice: 16 Dallas Destinations for Flavorful Dry January Mocktails

Jan 2, 2024 | dallasobserver.com | Angie Quebedeaux

Anise5630 Village Glen Nestled within the upscale Drey Hotel, Anise is a hidden gem in The Village. The allure of Anise is within its charming patio and an exquisitely designed bar imbued with pan-Mediterranean influences. Dive into Anise’s Zero Proof Menu, and try the Underserved ($8), made with sweet plum, ginger and zesty lemon, all harmonized by Fever-Tree Mediterranean tonic. It’s not merely a beverage; it’s an experience that elevates the art of nonalcoholic indulgence.
21 Ways to Celebrate the Best Thing Since Sliced Bread – the Sandwich

Nov 3, 2023 | dallasobserver.com | Angie Quebedeaux

Bella Flan, Cuban Sandwich819 W. Arapaho Road, RichardsonIn 2023, the National Sandwich Day is celebrated annually on Nov. 3. Sandwiches are beloved for their convenience, adaptability and the endless possibilities they offer for customization and this day is an excellent excuse to munch your favorite sandwich or perhaps try something new. We’ve rounded up a list of some of our favorite types of sandwiches as well as our favorite places to indulge around the city.
First Look: Postino Wine Cafe Opens Two More Dallas-Area Restaurants

Sep 27, 2023 | dallasobserver.com | Angie Quebedeaux

A vibrant and trendy wine bar that made its North Texas debut in Deep Ellum in April 2021 has relocated to "Restaurant Row" in Addison. Postino Wine Café, an Arizona-born concept with 25 locations across Arizona, California, Colorado, Georgia and Texas, offers great wine and shareable dishes in a laidback and fun atmosphere. The new location opened in August 2023 and the community seems to be welcoming Postino with open arms.
First Look: A Peek at the Stellar Brunch and Breakfast a the New Jonathon's in North Dallas

Sep 26, 2023 | dallasobserver.com | Angie Quebedeaux

Anticipation for the new location has been palpable, and now, the moment we’ve all been waiting for has finally arrived. On Sept. 20, Jonathon’s Forestwood opened its doors, taking over the cherished space once occupied by Kel’s Diner, which was known over five decades for its legendary chicken fried steak and other comfort fare. During opening week, we couldn’t resist checking the new place out — not once, but twice — before word-of-mouth turns it into a bustling hotspot (which is inevitable).
A Look at a Few Gems on the Menu at Don Artemio in Fort Worth

Aug 28, 2023 | dallasobserver.com | Angie Quebedeaux

The James Beard Foundation awards are one of the most prestigious in the culinary world, similar to the Oscars or Grammys. This year, a new restaurant in Fort Worth was a semi-finalist for best new restaurant, and even though it didn’t bring home the award, people have been raving about Don Artemio since it opened in March 2022.
Chido Taco Lounge in Frisco offers High End Mexican Dishes

Aug 20, 2023 | dallasobserver.com | Angie Quebedeaux

Blaine McGowan, a self-proclaimed foodie and relative newcomer to the restaurant business, opened Chido Taco Lounge in Frisco in 2021. While spending most of his career in software sales and medical recruiting, his real adventure into the culinary world started when he would go to restaurants and think about how he could either replicate what he ordered or make it even better. This led him to create a monthly Frisco Supper Club with friends.
First Look: Bad Chicken is a Smoked Wing Hotness

Aug 7, 2023 | dallasobserver.com | Angie Quebedeaux

A new chicken joint hatched last November in Preston Center called Bad Chicken, occupying the spot that used to house A Corn Dog with No Name. Now, you might wonder why someone would name a restaurant Bad Chicken. (You might wonder as well about the corn dog joint, but that's an old story.) Were they serving chicken with salmonella? Were they having a feud with a gang of rebellious roosters? Not quite.