This week in gluttony
These are the 7 best food and drink events in Dallas this week
Celestina Blok
Jun 20, 2022 | 11:52 am
Jeni's is scooping out free ice cream one day only.
Jeni's
The first day of summer means ice cream is officially in season, and one local ice cream parlor will celebrate with a party. This week also brings two festivals: one with tacos and margaritas and the other with Cambodian cuisine. For those who like to pair wine with dancing, there's a complimentary class this week with your name on it.
First Day of Summer Party at Jeni's Splendid Ice Creams
The craft ice cream chain, which now has locations in Deep Ellum and Addison, will celebrate the first day of summer with a freebie. Sign up for Jeni's customer rewards program and get a complimentary scoop of ice cream. Visit for the party (and the free scoop) at 7 pm or after.
St. George Spirits Pairing Dinner at Ida Claire
Each course of this five-course dinner event will be paired with a unique craft cocktail, from the basil-infused Razzle Bazzle to the robust Whiskey & Smoke. Menu highlights include wood-fired ribeye and seafood bouillabaisse with monkfish, mussels, and calamari. Dinner is $100 per person, plus tax and gratuity, and will begin at 7 pm.
Camp Kim Dallas
The Kim Crawford brand of wines is hosting a summer camp-themed pop-up at Gilley's Dallas, where women can let loose with a hip-shaking, hair-flipping dance class. The event is free and only requires a reservation in advance. Participants are encouraged to get dressed in their best Texas glam. Wine will be provided, and entry is first-come, first-serve. The event begins at 6:30 pm.
Thursdays On Tap at the Perot Museum
Every Thursday evening from 6-10 pm, the Perot Museum comes alive after dark with live music, drinks, and food trucks. This week's vendor lineup outside on the plaza includes El Chifrijo, Both Worlds Mexican and American Cuisine, Cousins Maine Lobster, Smokey Ray's BBQ, and Community Beer Co. Admission is $25 for non-members and $5 for members.
Street Food Market at the Cambodian Buddhist Temple of Dallas
Experience traditional Cambodian food during this two-day pop-up market. There'll be live entertainment and dance performances, along with food vendors (cash only). Admission is free and the event will run from 10 am-10 pm on Saturday and 10 am-2 pm on Sunday.
Lakewood Brewing Company presents Bikes & Brews with Bike DFW
Lakewood Brewing Company will present Bikes & Brews with Bike DFW, offerings three routes starting at 10 am: A full ride starting at the Dallas Farmers Market, a half ride starting at White Rock Lake, or no ride at the destination, a vendor fair at Lakewood Brewing later in the day. The first 20 riders to arrive at the brewery will get two free beers from the array of Lakewood craft favorites that will be on tap, including Rock Ryder, being re-released for the occasion.
Dallas Taco and Margarita Festival
To be held at Ferris Wheelers, this tasting event will feature tacos and premium margaritas from various vendors. The $25 general admission ticket comes with three drink tickets and two food tickets; the latter good for not only tacos but elote, paletas, and other Mexican dishes. Entry is at 3 pm for general admission. Or go VIP for $50 and be granted entry at noon, four drink tickets and three food tickets. The event will end at 6 pm.
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City News Roundup
Winter storm watch issued for North Texas and more Dallas news
Teresa Gubbins
Jan 30, 2023 | 9:04 am
Photo courtesy of Oxygen Concentrator
Ice and wintry weather is forecast for the next three days.
In this roundup of Dallas news, DFW is girding itself for an imminent winter weather event, condemning a brutal death in Memphis, banning TikTok, and waving goodbye to an old-school technology.
Here's what's happening in Dallas this week:
The weather is going to be bad this week. A Winter Storm Watch has been issued across North Texas, beginning Monday January 30 through Wednesday February 1. They're predicting freezing rain, sleet, and ice, with roads becoming most hazardous on Tuesday January 31. TxDOT has already begun pre-treating the roads, and the National Weather Service recommends avoiding travel unless necessary.
Tyre Nichols RIP
Police departments in North Texas and across the U.S. released statements condemning the death of Tyre Nichols, a 29-year-old man who was beaten by five Memphis police officers following a traffic stop on January 7; Nichols died in the hospital three days later. The Memphis PD released videos of the encounter on January 27. Demonstrations were held across the country including a vigil outside Dallas City Hall. The Atlantic posted a story about the ways that public officials have managed the aftermath to reduce violence. The five officers — Tadarrius Bean, Demetrius Haley, Emmitt Martin III, Desmond Mills Jr. and Justin Smith — have been fired and charged with second-degree murder, assault and kidnapping.
TikTok ban
DISD has banned TikTok. Dallas students, teachers, and visitors can no longer access TikTok from school district devices and networks. A DISD official issued a statement said the move is in response to cybersecurity concerns that said "experts believe the cybersecurity risk stems from the belief that TikTok's parent company tracks data from users — including when, where and how a person uses the internet — that could be used to share sensitive information and ultimately harm our IT infrastructure."
DISD joins a number of Texas universities who've also banned TikTok, including UT Dallas, UNT, UT Arlington, and UT Austin. In 2022, Gov. Greg Abbott banned state employees from downloading or using TikTok on government-issued devices, joining a growing number of states.
Landlines going away
Old-school landline phones are on their way out. In August 2022, the FCC ended a requirement for companies to provide copper landline services. Among major cities, Dallas has the least number of landlines, found in 16 percent of homes. Their demise is anticipated to affect small business owners, people over 65, people with Parkinson's disease who can't use a smartphone, or people who need a back-up phone.
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