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    This Week in Gluttony

    Birthday fun for Greenville Avenue institution tops best Dallas food events this week

    Diana Oates
    Oct 27, 2015 | 6:00 am

    This week in food events, one of Dallas' beloved bistros celebrates its 43 birthday with a variety of festivities. Also on tap: interesting wine dinners and a freaky Halloween beer dinner. Save us a seat.

    Tuesday, October 27

    Madrina Happy Hour Kickoff
    One of the hottest new restaurants in town is offering a happy hour Monday-Friday, 4-6:30 pm, that gives guests 50 percent off all drinks — wines by the glass, beer, well drinks, and cocktails on the menu — and food. So you can try the duck confit enfrijoladas, taco de chivos, and potato tamal at half off.

    Wine and Cheese Chat at The Grape
    Sommelier Courtney Luscher and certified cheese professional Ali Morgan host this event that features four cheeses paired with four wines. The cost is $28 a person, and the event kicks off at 6:30 pm. Those who stay for dinner get $20 off of their bill. Reserve your spot by calling 214-828-1981.

    Wednesday, October 28

    Coquerel Wine Dinner at Stephan Pyles
    Chef Stephan Pyles presents this four-course dinner paired with wine from the Coquerel cellars. Owner Brenda Cockerell and winemaker Christie Barbe plan to be on hand to answer questions and talk more about each flavor profile. The evening starts with a 6:30 pm reception; the first course is served at 7. Cost is $125 per person. For reservations, call 214-580-7000.

    Halloween Beer Dinner at Libertine Bar
    The Libertine is pulling out a few special beers, including a 2011 Avery Mephistopheles coming in at a whopping 16.43 percent alcohol. Courses include sweet breads, liver and gizzards, spicy venison chili, butternut squash and spinach fettuccine, stuffed smoked quail, and triple chocolate espresso brownies. The fun starts at 7 pm, and costumes are welcome. Tickets are $65, and you can make reservations by calling 214-824-7900.

    Thursday, October 29

    44 Farms Angus Steaks Dinner at Resto Gastro Bistro
    Enjoy a four-course wine dinner for $55 or $75 with wine pairings. Courses include togarashi steak tartare, sticky Chinese beef belly, Vietnamese green papaya salad with 44 Farms beef jerky, and "Yabba Dabba Do" beef shank. Dinner starts at 6 pm, and you can make reservations by calling 214-584-6747.

    Come-As-You-Are Wine Dinner at The Grape
    Join chef de cuisine Sarah Snow for a taste of Italy that features a three-course tasting menu to highlight the hand-selected wines for the evening. Guest host is Jenny Davis of Victory, and the cost is $52. Make reservations by calling 214-828-1981.

    Friday, October 30

    Deep Ellum Brewing Beer Dinner at Whole Foods Park Lane
    Chef John Mercer prepares a four-course dinner paired with beers from Deep Ellum Brewing. Courses include squash crostini, warm green lentil and potato salad, smoked pumpkin soup, Four Swords braised short ribs, and bread pudding. The meal starts at 6:30 pm, and tickets are $30.

    Tasting Menu at The Grape
    To wrap up the week-long celebration of restaurant's 43rd birthday, chef de cuisine Sarah Snow offers a three-course tasting menu for only $43 on Friday and Saturday. Add wine pairings for an extra fee. For reservations, call 214-828-1981.

    Saturday, October 31

    Halloween Murder Mystery Dinner at Messina Hoff Winery
    As soon as you buy a ticket to dinner at this Grapevine winery, you get a character assignment so you can be a part of the action. Enjoy a three-course meal accompanied by wine, and work with fellow guests to figure out the mystery. Tickets are $89.71, and dinner starts at 6 pm.

    Halloween Soiree at Ida Claire
    Watch scary movies while you sip punches, juleps, and draft beers, and nosh on scary delicious bites. Everyone who comes in costume automatically is entered into a contest to win a 50-inch television. The fun lasts from 10 pm to 2 am.

    Madrina happy hours (Monday-Friday) kick off this week.

    Madrina, setas, mushrooms
      
    Photo courtesy of Madrina
    Madrina happy hours (Monday-Friday) kick off this week.
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    Chocolate News

    Distinctive chocolate shop-cafe to open in Dallas' Victory Park

    Raven Jordan
    Apr 14, 2025 | 5:31 pm
    Chocolate covered strawberries
    Chocolate Bash
    Chocolate covered strawberries at Chocolate Bash.

    A chocolate shop and cafe founded in California is making its Dallas debut: Called Chocolate Bash, it’s a chain that carries exotic chocolates, coffee, and breakfast treats, and will open later in 2025 in the former Vivi’s Boutiques and Gifts space at 2412 Victory Park Ln.

    Chocolate Bash was founded in Newport Beach in 2016 by CEO Rasha Al Basha as a gourmet chocolate shop with global influences from the Middle East. It has 11 locations in California, plus two in Arizona; as well as an international presence with a shop in Qatar and locations planned for Iraq and Dubai.

    Victory Park will be the first location in Dallas, brought to Texas by franchisees Evelyn and Daniel Huberty.

    The menu features all varieties of chocolate including the ultra-trendy Dubai chocolate, the milk chocolate bar filled with a crunchy pistachio cream filling. Other treats include chocolate brownie bites, chocolate covered fruit, and chocolate marshmallow cups.

    The cafe features crepes, pancakes, waffles, ice cream, and shakes, as well as skewered fruit — all drizzled in chocolate. There are build-your-own options and specials featuring sweets covered in marbled milk, white, and dark chocolate designs, or a faux "burger" made up of sliced fruits sandwiched between a pancake bun and coated with chocolate.

    On the chocolates side, they feature seasonal items such as pumpkin-flavored treats during Halloween. There are also hot and cold drinks such as smoothies, coffees, and teas.

    Grab and go items include chocolate-covered strawberry and fondue gift boxes and prepackaged European chocolates such as Kinder and Ferrero Rocher.

    The decision to bring the concept to Dallas was an easy choice, according to Al Basha.

    “We believe that Dallas, with its vibrant culture and thriving community, presents the perfect environment for Chocolate Bash to thrive,” she says in a statement. “We look forward to building strong relationships with our customers and contributing to the local economy through job creation and culinary excellence.”

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