Posted by thedallasgeek on November 14, 2010 · 1 Comment
Marshall and I are so very fortunate to have our family on both sides to be so accepting of our relationship. So for fortunate that we seem to have family visiting often. Last week was no exception. Last Friday, we planned a couples date with my twin brother Randy, his wife Patricia, my younger brother … Read more
Posted by thedallasgeek on November 14, 2010 · 1 Comment
When I think of sushi, I think of Kenichi in Dallas. Located in Victory Park, Kenichi is hip and hands down one of the trendiest sushi hot spots in Dallas. I enjoy Kenichi immensely. I often feel like I’m transported to Tokyo if only for a moment when I’m there with friends. It’s no surprise … Read more
Category Dallas, Food, Friends, Life, Review · Tagged with bar, Dallas, food, hotspot, Kenichi, restaurant, review, sake, sushi, Victory Park
Posted by thedallasgeek on November 9, 2010 · Leave a Comment
I have always had a fondness for Greek food. Having visited Greece for 10 days while I studied in Rome, I was able to explore local cuisine favorites. It has a time of culinary discovery for me. I was instantly enchanted. This love of culinary discoveries has been with me ever since. I started a … Read more
Posted by thedallasgeek on October 21, 2010 · 1 Comment
This month’s gathering was another success. The Common Table hosted the event and I am happy to see that they sponsored a great evening. Owner, Corey Pond, was very accommodating and provided us with a background on The Common Table. This laid back yet hip Uptown tavern is located at 2917 Fairmont St in Dallas. … Read more
Category Dallas, Food, Life, Pub, Social Networking · Tagged with Dallas, food, restaurant, review, social networking, tavern, The Common Table, tweetup, uptown
Posted by thedallasgeek on September 24, 2010 · 1 Comment
I work until 11 PM. Most everyone I know is in bed. Most every restaurant I love is closed. However, one never fails and never disappoints. Cafe Brazil and its various locations are an institution in Dallas. The first Cafe Brazil opened its doors in 1991 in the Lakewood area of Dallas. Known as a … Read more
Category Dallas, Food, Review · Tagged with breakfast, Cafe Brazil, coffee, Dallas, french toast, Lakewood, omlette, restaurant, review, University Park
Posted by thedallasgeek on September 12, 2010 · 2 Comments
What can one say about Taverna Dallas? Chick and hip, sultry and alluring, Taverna is a restaurant which one would could find in Rome, Milan and Florence. Contemporary in decor, Taverna is anything but your typically hip locale. Italian chefs bring a vibrant feast for all the senses with an incredible menu featuring their signature … Read more
Category Dallas, Food, Friends, Life · Tagged with Dallas, dolci, food, Italian, Lombardi, review, Taverna, uptown
Posted by thedallasgeek on September 11, 2010 · 1 Comment
I do not tend so review restaurant chains. However, this breakfast/brunch location came highly recommended by our friend Sarah Magee, of Tech Tards fame. Marsh and I decided to have brunch at The Original Pancake House in Preston Hollow, Dallas. The restaurant is more of a neighborhood location. Although, this is a chain, you do … Read more
Posted by thedallasgeek on September 5, 2010 · 2 Comments
No matter how you use it, Chic is never a word to be used lightly. Whether referring to style, location, or food, once you use “chic,” you must deliver. Unfortunately, such is not the case for Chic from Dallas in North Dallas. Known as the best rotisserie chicken in Dallas, is far from chic, hip … Read more
Posted by thedallasgeek on September 5, 2010 · 2 Comments
Last Thursday, The Quarter Bar was gracious enough to host this months social event at their upstairs bar. Located in the trendy Uptown district of Dallas, the bar has the look and feel of an authentic New Orleans French Quarter bar. With the decor of old world New Orleans, The Quarter Bar boasts and wonderful … Read more
Category Dallas, Food, Friends, Pub, Social Networking · Tagged with Dallas, drinks, food, friends, social networking, The Quarter Bar, uptown
Posted by thedallasgeek on August 29, 2010 · 1 Comment
Mad Men are everywhere. Mad Men, the Emmy winning show, is short of influencing all in style and decor. With that in mind, I considered it would be a fitting theme for this week in review. 60s decor is very sleek and stylish. This is evident in the exterior when walking up to R+D Kitchen … Read more
Category Dallas, Food, Friends, Life, Social Networking · Tagged with Addison, Dallas, Gloria's Restaurant, Londoner, Preston Hollow, R+D Kitchen, restaurant, Starbucks