Bending Branch Hits the Mark Again!

Texas Wine Lover 2/20 12:53A Neal Addy

Dr. Bob Young and the team at Bending Branch Winery in Comfort will soon be releasing a special sparkling rosé you do not want to miss the 2023 Estate Crimson Cabernet Rosé. This extremely limited release was made from organically grown estate...

Aba to Open in Dallas’ Design District at The Seam in Late 2026

Crave DFW 2/17 10:17A Steven Doyle

Mediterranean sunshine is headed to Dallas. Aba , the breezy, California-inflected restaurant from Chicago-based hospitality powerhouse Lettuce Entertain You Restaurants , will debut its first Dallas...

Mr. Cajun’s Daiquiri & Cajun Food for Soul Food Magic

Crave DFW 2/17 9:25A Steven Doyle

If you’re looking for a lively Cajun escape in Southeast Dallas, Mr. Cajun’s Daiquiri & Cajun Food ( website ) delivers bold flavors and an unapologetically social atmosphere. The Lake June Road...

Montlake Cut Brings a Seafood Experience

Crave DFW 2/17 8:54A Steven Doyle

Montlake Cut , located in University Park, Dallas, is a seafood gem that reflects the culinary creativity of acclaimed chef Nick Badovinus , known for his successful ventures like Brass Ram, Town...

Revel Patio Grill — A High-Energy Hangout in North Texas

Crave DFW 2/17 5:23A Steven Doyle

If you’re looking for quiet and candlelit, keep driving. Revel Patio Grill is built for movement, noise, and groups that plan to stay awhile. Located in Frisco, it operates less like a traditional...

Retro Movie Review: Funny Girl (1968)

Crave DFW 2/17 4:38A Steven Doyle

Few movie musicals blend big-stage glamour with real emotional depth as beautifully as Funny Girl . Directed by William Wyler , the 1968 classic follows the life of entertainer Fanny Brice , tracing...

Phil Price Winemaker Profile

Texas Wine Lover 2/17 12:06A Jeff Cope

We first met Phil Price in 2016 when he moved to Texas to be an assistant winemaker at Fall Creek Vineyards . He soon volunteered to be a judge at our Texas Wine Lover’s Battle of the Texas Mourvèdre 2017 . Phil is now the head winemaker at the...

2026 Texas International Wine Competition – Texas Results

Texas Wine Lover 2/15 3:47A Jeff Cope

The Texas International Wine Competition (TXIWC) announced the results of its 2026 competition, held in January 2026. These Texas wineries were recognized for their exceptional wines: Top Wines Grand...

Operas Greatest Characters: Papageno, the Magic Flute

Crave DFW 2/13 9:03A Steven Doyle

When it comes to opera characters who are energetic, humorous, and impossible to ignore, few can match Papageno . From Die Zauberflöte ( The Magic Flute ) by Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Papageno is the...

6 Neighborhood Restaurants That Define Chicago’s Food Soul

Crave DFW 2/13 8:06A Steven Doyle

Chicago has long been a city that tells its story through food. From the immigrant kitchens of the early 20th century to the Michelin-starred dining rooms that now dot the skyline, the city’s culinary...

Razzoo’s Cajun Cafe Welcomes Mardi Gras & Crawfish Season

Crave DFW 2/13 7:33A Steven Doyle

Mardi Gras and crawfish season have officially arrived at Razzoo’s Cajun Caf e across DFW, creating the perfect convergence of bold flavor, festive energy, and authentic Louisiana cooking. For guests in Dallas–Fort Worth searching for the best...

Three Sparklers for Valentine’s Fun

Crave DFW 2/13 6:02A Steven Doyle

Few beverages capture celebration quite like sparkling wine, and few occasions invite celebration as naturally as Valentine’s Day. Effervescence carries symbolism—the steady rise of bubbles mirroring...

Join the 18th Annual Spicewood Vineyards Pair it with the Claret Chili Cook-Off

Texas Wine Lover 2/13 1:15A Jeff Cope

Press Release Join Spicewood Vineyards for the 18th annual world-famous chili cook-off happening on Saturday, February 28, 2026, from 1:00 p.m. 5:00 p.m. The Pair it with the Claret Chili Cook-Off (PIWTC) is everyone s favorite party of the year...

Legacy West Celebrates Mardi Gras on Fat Tuesday

Crave DFW 2/12 6:43A Steven Doyle

Legacy West will host its 5th Annual Fat Tuesday Parade on February 17 , bringing a festive yet family-friendly Mardi Gras celebration to Plano. The evening will be led by the Townview Big D Band and...

Events: These Texas Wineries Want You to Join Them

Texas Wine Lover 2/11 3:52A Jeff Cope

The Texas Wine Lover website Guide and mobile app include many features designed to help you decide which wineries, meaderies, cideries, and local businesses to visit. Over the coming months, we will be highlighting some of these “hidden” features...