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Big Ink PR - August 2013 - Exquisite Eats and Elvis Beats

Extra, extra, read all about it! MAX’s Wine Dive has lots of news for you. A new MAX’s Wine Dive is scheduled to open on West Seventh Street in Fort Worth. The new dive, opening in August, follows MAX’s traditional menu. The left side of the menu offers MAX’s Classics, a collection of traditional, gourmet comfort foods. The right side of the menu features Executive Chef Stefon Rishel’s seasonal dishes unique to the West Seventh location. Chef Patrick Russell is excited about the new Chicken-Fried Lobster made up of jalapeno buttermilk battered lobster tail, deep fried and served with lobster mushroom mash and lobster jus. Make your way over to MAX’s and try this tasty dish for $42. 3600 McKinney Ave. Suite 100 Dallas, TX 75204(214) 559-3484

Tee off with Bone Daddy’s August 5 and help support Dress for Success. The Bone Daddy’s Golf Challenge is a day filled with golf, smokin’ hot girls, ice-cold beer and entertainment at TopGolf Allen. Teams will enjoy three hours of unlimited TopGolf, a buffet meal and photo opportunities with Daddy’s Girls. Prizes will be awarded to the top three teams and top three individuals “closest to the hole”. Last year, the Bone Daddy’s Golf Challenge raised more than $18,000 for Dress for Success, and Bone Daddy’s hopes to raise even more this year. 100 percent of the event proceeds benefit Dress for Success Dallas, which promotes economic independence for women. To register, please click here.

TopGolf Allen 1500 Andrews ParkwayAllen, Texas 75002Multiple locationswww.bonedaddys.com

Calling all beer lovers! Cook Hall at W Dallas-Victory will host a beer dinner with Franconia Brewing Company August 23. Franconia Brewing Company combines the local accessibility of North Texas with its German heritage and brews genuine, fresh Bavarian beer. Cook Hall Executive Chef David Roldan and Franconia Brewmaster Dennis Wehrmann will work together to create a fantastic beer and bite meal. Cook Hall’s past two beer dinners have been hugely successful, so make a reservation now before it sells out.W Dallas-Victory2440 Victory Park Ln. Dallas, TX 75219 (214) 397-4111www.cookhalldallas.com

Experience one of Dallas’ most vibrant event spaces, Altitude at W Dallas-Victory. Located 33 floors above Dallas, the bold, dynamic venue provides an intimate setting for any special event. Wrap around floor-to-ceiling windows show off panoramic views of Dallas. The terrace, which has an outside bar, provides guests with an incredible vantage point while the VIP Glass skywalk terrace offers an exhilarating look of life 33 floors above ground. Altitude serves gourmet American cuisine and has three full-bars with wine, beer and liquor. 2440 Victory Park Lane Dallas, TX 75219 (214) 379-4100www.wdallasvictory.com

If you loved Lazaranda’s Tequila Dinner last month, be sure to join Chef Antonio Marquez August 29 for a Dos Equis Beer Dinner. Gather your friends and visit Lazaranda for refreshing beer, authentic Mexican cuisine and a great time. Call 972-866-8900 and make your reservation today because seats fill up quickly. 5000 Belt Line Road, Suite 850Dallas, TX 75254 (972) 866-8900www.lazarandadallas.com

Chef Brad Phillips makes sure to find the freshest ingredients when preparing dishes at Asador. With locally grown, fresh ingredients, every meal served at Asador has you and the environment in mind. National Farmer’s Market Week is August 4 – August 10, so take this week to enjoy the delicious benefits of Asador’s fresh ingredients.2222 Stemmons Freeway Dallas, TX 75207 (214) 267-4815www.asadorrestaurant.com

Teach your kids that being fit is fun. The Original Pancake House and Medical City Children’s Hospital worked together to provide kids with an interactive, health-conscious menu. The Kids Fit Menu puts control into kid’s tiny hands to build the perfect meal. Let your little ones choose which fruit, grain, vegetable, protein, dairy product and nut they want. The game-like menu will get them excited to eat healthy foods!Multiple locations www.ophdfw.com

Need an excuse to party? Help Urban Taco celebrate its third anniversary August 22. What’s a party without drinks and good food? Come celebrate with drink specials, live music and more! Uptown: 3411 McKinney Ave.Dallas, TX 75204(214) 922-7080 www.urban-taco.com

Only one in every 10,000 oysters has a pearl, so you better get started cracking some open! There’s no better time to start than on National Oyster Day. Indulge in the delicious delicacy of Hook Line & Sinker’s oysters August 5.5331 E. Mockingbird Land, Suite 125Dallas, TX 75206 (214) 823-4723 www.hookline-sinker.com

Warm up your singing voice and grab your best dancing shoes. El Ranchito will host its 11th annual Elvis impersonator contest on August 7 and August 21. Watch Elvis impersonator performances by Kraig Parker on August 14 and Johnny Lovett on August 28. Each night will begin at 7:30 p.m. and the cover is $5. 610 W. Jefferson Blvd.Dallas, TX 75208 (214) 946-4238www.elranchito-dallas.com

The school year is just around the corner, which means it’s time to start preparing. Between all of the school supplies shopping, getting ready for classes and setting the alarm clock for bright and early, La Calle Doce is letting you soak up the llast moments of summer by allowing kids to eat free August 26- August 30! Kids can choose between cheese quesadillas and a half order of bean and cheese nachos when an adult purchases a meal. Check out Chef Jesse Sanchez on Viva la Manana on Univision. Watch as he prepares fresh and delicious Tilapia Tepeyac. Learn from his techniques to make it at home for your own family.Click here to watch and learn!

1925 Skillman StreetDallas, TX 75206 (214) 824-9900www.lacalledoce-dallas.com

Do you like to try new things? You’re in luck! Boxwood Tap + Grill (BTG) is now open at 2901 Thomas Avenue. The original concept offers the State Thomas neighborhood and Uptown dwellers a casual neighborhood bar and grill. BTG has a well-rounded craft beer selection on tap along with a thoughtful collection of bottled brews, refreshing cocktails, frozen drinks and a selective wine list. BTG offers an ever evolving selection of hearty foods including interesting appetizers, sandwiches, salads and rotating seasonal features in the comfortable main bar area or on the relaxed, yet vibrant patio.2901 Thomas Ave. Dallas, TX 75204 (214) 220-2901www.boxwoodtandg.com

It’s that time again! The Pour House is going under the knife this month and will debut a new look and menu this fall. The beloved Fort Worth institution is upping its game by adding more than 50 taps to its draft beer selection. Not to worry though, The Garage will be open during the entire renovation, so you can still get your Pour House fix.2725 West 7th Street Fort Worth, Texas 76107 (817) 335-2575 www.pourhousefw.com

With more than 25 years of experience, Spice of Life Catering handles events big and small with incredible attention to detail and excellent service and care from The Spice of Life principals. From extravaganzas to simply providing meals, Spice of Life has a diverse offering of menu options that are imaginative and made with the highest quality ingredients available. For whatever event needs you may have, Spice of Life will take away the stress and make your event come to life so you can enjoy the experience. 1055 Trend Drive Carrollton, TX 75006 (972) 417-1755 www.thespiceoflifecatering.com

South Side on Lamar is hosting a number of exciting events this month that will keep you busy and inspired. August 12: Liz Mikel pays tribute to Motown music with the “Mo Show” at 7:30 p.m.August 18: Young Playwrights Series will celebrate young film actors Jordan Cooper and Jalen Fauntleroy at 8 p.m.August 26: Artist Carli Torti presents her art exhibit “Comparing, Conflicting, Mapping” at the Janette Kennedy Gallery from 6-9 p.m.1409 South Lamar StreetDallas, TX 75215 (214) 428-4848www.southsideonlamar.com

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