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Big Ink PR - July Lights Up with New Dishes, New Restaurants and New Events - July 2013

Who doesn’t love a good Southern meal? Head to Cook Hall on July 6, National Fried Chicken Day, and enjoy delectable Bourbon Glazed Fried Chicken from Chef Rick Graff. This mouth-watering, half chicken is fried with lemongrass, garlic and shallots, then finished with a Maker’s Mark, honey and cracked pepper glaze. It’s all yours for $18 and the dish will be featured as a Blackboard Special July 6-14.W Dallas-Victory2440 Victory Park Ln. Dallas, TX 75219 (214) 397-4111www.cookhalldallas.com

It’s sweet summertime in Texas, and Bone Daddy’s is celebrating... BBQ style. July 1-7, enjoy the Jack of All Trades, a refreshing and light drink with a kick, for $5. Sam Adams is $1 off all week. During Fourth of July weekend you’ll receive a souvenir glass when you order a Sam Adams. The Daddy’s Girls will be in their summer attire Friday, July 5 for Bone Daddy’s Summer Bash Dress Up Day! Bone Daddy’s is even helping you jumpstart the rest of summer by giving away a YETI Cooler. YETI coolers are so awesome and strong that even a bear can’t break into it. Head to Bone Daddy’s to learn how to enter. Multiple locationswww.bonedaddys.com

Did you know there’s a National Tequila Day? Chef Antonio Marquez of Lazaranda is celebrating by hosting a tequila dinner Thursday, July 25! Follow Lazaranda on Twitter and Facebook for more details.5000 Belt Line Road, Suite 850Dallas, TX 75254 (972) 866-8900www.lazarandadallas.com

It’s time to throw away those microwave dinners you’ve been living off of and learn to cook some delicious meals for yourself! From July 12-14, chefs from all over Dallas-Fort-Worth will participate in the annual Taste of Dallas event, the largest tasting event in the area. There are four demos that you just can’t miss. They are: Chef Brad Phillips of Asador: Friday, 7 p.m.Chef Antonio Marquez of Lazaranda:Friday, 8:30 p.m.Chef Rick Graff of Cook Hall:Sunday, 4:30 p.m.Chef Patrick Russell of MAX’s Wine Dive:Sunday, 6 p.m.Lazaranda and MAX's Wine Dive will also participate in Taste of the Town, the indoor tasting experience. Lazaranda cuisine will be available for indoor tasting July 12, and MAX’s cuisine will be available for indoor tasting July 13.For more information visit www.tasteofdallas.org

If you’ve never had a Haystack burger, you’re missing out. The Haystack Burger is loaded with haystack onions, cheddar cheese, hickory smoked bacon, barbeque sauce, lettuce, tomato and pickle, and the buns on Haystack’s burgers and sandwiches are as fluffy as they come. Is your mouth watering yet? 100 S. Central Expressway, Suite 17Richardson, TX, 75081 (972) 479-9424www.haystackburgers.com

Meatless Mondays are in full swing at MAX’s and you can reap all the benefits. Trim your waistline, help the environment and give your wallet a break. MAX’s is offering Chef Patrick’s meatless specials for $14 and additional vegetarian dishes for 25 percent off. Pick a meatless menu item like the MAX ‘n Cheese, Arugula & Peach Salad or House-Pulled Mozzarella Bruschetta for a delicious, yet meatless, option. Choose a vegetarian dish at MAX’s Wine Dive every Monday from 4 p.m. to midnight.3600 McKinney Ave. Suite 100 Dallas, TX 75204(214) 559-3484www.maxswinedive.com

Last month, The Original Pancake House (OPH) challenged high school students in culinary arts programs to scarf down 30 pancakes in a mere two-and-a-half minutes. Contestants competed for the chance to win $500 for their culinary arts program. When Cain Brown of Prosper High School and Andrew Brewington of Richardson High School tied, the real competition began. The boys were given one more minute to prove their pancake eating talents. After a minute of stuffing and shoving, they tied again. OPH owners Mark Davis Bailey and Jonathan Seyoum awarded both students with a check for their culinary arts programs to spare them an additional eat-off.Multiple locations www.ophdfw.com

Quench your Thursday thirst at Urban Taco! Every Thursday night this summer is Thirsty Thursday at Urban Taco. Margaritas and mojitos are half off all day, and each table is offered complimentary guacamole bites! Guitarist James Garbiano and additional guest musicians will play live music.Uptown: 3411 McKinney Ave.Dallas, TX 75204(214) 922-7080 Mockingbird Station:5331 E. Mockingbird Lane, Ste. 125Dallas, TX 75206(214) 823-4723www.dinedsrg.com

Hook, Line & Sinker is hooking you up with a special Texas Summer Nights at the Preston Road location for the Fourth of July! Help HLS close out the crawfish season and enjoy all-you-can-eat crawfish for $10 or a pound of crawfish for $4. Domestic beer buckets are $14.75. Additional drink specials include $2.50 domestics, $3 imports, $3 schooners, $4 margaritas and $3 wine splits. A live Texas blues band will play on the patio from 6 to 9 p.m.Far North Dallas:17602 Preston RoadDallas, TX 75252(469) 597-5888 www.dinedsrg.com

Independence Day is this Thursday and so are the parties that come with it. El Ranchito has catering available. Any items on the menu can be arranged for your special catering needs.610 W. Jefferson Blvd.Dallas, TX 75208 (214) 946-4238www.elranchito-dallas.com

July brings fireworks…and not just on the Fourth! New items are lighting up the menu at La Calle Doce. Come taste Tostadas de Ostiones with fried oysters, chipotle cream, avocado, onion and cilantro for only $5.95 or Salmon Ceviche Salmon cooked in lime juice with mango, red onion, avocado and cilantro for $13.95. If you’re looking for the perfect summer dish, try the Tilapia Tepeyac or California Shrimp Tacos! Your taste buds will thank you.Lakewood Location: 1925 SkillmanDallas, TX 75206 (214) 824-9900Oak Cliff Location:415 W 12th St. Dallas, TX 75208(214) 941-4304 www.lacalledoce-dallas.com

Want the luxury of a vacation without actually having to make the trip? Take a summer staycation at NYLO Dallas South Side. At NYLO, you can dine at Terrace Bistro, a French-inspired destination restaurant that features delicious creations by Executive Chef Jerry de la Riva in a cosmopolitan setting. It wouldn’t be a vacation without an incredible view and a pool to relax by, and the SODA bar at NYLO offers an outdoor infinity pool, cabanas and one of the best views of the Dallas skyline. Come experience this oasis right here in Dallas! Visit www.nylohotels.com to book your getaway. 1325 South Lamar StreetDallas, TX 75215 (214) 421-1080www.nylohotels.com

Opening summer 2013, Boxwood is a neighborhood bar and grill located in the revitalized building at 2901 Thomas Avenue. Boxwood will offer spacious and cozy seating in the barroom as well as in the updated patio. Be sure to catch your favorite sports game and treat yourself to some great food at Boxwood. www.boxwoodtandg.com

Looking for a new favorite drink? Try this delicious and elegant cocktail from bigInk CEO Jeffrey Yarbrough’s book, “Prohibition in Dallas & Fort Worth: Blind Tigers, Bootleggers and Bathtub Gin.” Aviation (1916)Charlie Papaceno’s Recipe2 oz. gin½ oz. lemon juice½ oz. Luxardo maraschino liqueurShake with ice and strain into a chilled flute. Drizzle a teaspoon of Crème de Violet so that it drifts down into the cocktail, forming a lovely sky-blue tint. Garnish with a homemade maraschino cherry.

‘Wine’ down your week with W Dallas-Victory every Thursday from 6 to 10 p.m. on the WET Deck (16th floor). Relax to sunset serenades from Grammy award-winner Russ Hewitt, and enjoy your merlot on high and your pinot posh-style. Relax, mingle and take in the best view in Dallas. All wines are half-price. 2440 Victory Park Lane Dallas, TX 75219 (214) 379-4100www.wdallasvictory.com

Still wondering where to watch fireworks? Join The Hub Sports Bar and Grill in Addison on July 3 from 5 p.m. to midnight for their Kaboom Town watch party. The 30-minute Kaboom Town show, which is choreographed to music, has been ranked one of the top fireworks displays in the country several times over. Enjoy The Hub’s food and drink and prepare to be wowed by the dazzling display!4145 Belt Line Rd. Addison, Texas 75001(972) 385-3558www.thehubsportsbar.com

Come by the Janette Kennedy Galley at South Side on Lamar and check out stunning photography of the Trinity River. From now until July 9, the gallery will showcase the winning photographs that highlight the beauty of the Margaret Hunt Hill Bridge, the Great Trinity Forest and the Trinity River. The exhibit is open Monday - Friday, 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. 1409 South Lamar StreetDallas, TX 75215 (214) 428-4848www.southsideonlamar.com

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