This Week in Gluttony

These are the 7 best food and drink events in Dallas this week

Enjoy a variety of Valentine's Day events during this sweet week

Photo by Becca Wright

The great thing about Valentine's Day is that whether you are taken or single, the wine is still flowing in the same fashion. From delicious dinners to foodie classes of all kinds, it is the perfect week to try something new on the fork-and-spoon scene. Here are some delicious options.

Tuesday, February 11

Reynolds Family Wine Dinner at Bob's Steak & Chop House
Head to the storied steakhouse's Omni Dallas location for a wine dinner led by Bryan Pritchard, who serves as the national sales manager of the Napa-based Reynolds Family Winery. Tickets are $169, and the event starts at 6:30 pm. To reserve your spot, call Brooke at 214-652-4804.

Thursday, February 13

Galentine's Day at Tiki Loco in Deep Ellum
In a little Valentine's-Eve action, Deep Ellum's cool vegan coffee shop will host a party with a DJ playing nostalgic hits; mobile photo booth Photo Wagon in the house; plus cocktails, a la carte specials like vegan shrimp skewers, and Tiki Loco's all-day menu. It runs from 6:30 to 9:30 pm and all are welcome.

Friday, February 14

Valentine's Dining
Still need a reservation for a table-for-two? Check out a list of Valentine's Day dinners compiled by dining editor Teresa Gubbins here.

Couples Cocktail Class at Akai
This interactive course revolves around the art of cocktail creation, as guests learn to make three Valentine's-inspired cocktails. The event includes light appetizers by Musume, in addition to a swag bag so that guests can replicate the drinks at home. Tickets are $180 per couple, and the event kicks off at 6:30 pm.

Saturday, February 15

Tullamore Dew Irish Whiskey Dinner at Stampede 66
Lovers of fine whiskey won't want to miss this opportunity to enjoy a five-course menu paired with cocktails featuring Tullamoore Dew Whiskey. Courses include molasses grilled quail, salmon with pecans, coriander-cured roast tenderloin, and Meyer lemon panna cotta. Tickets are $65 for the event in Allen, and the evening kicks off at 5:30 pm. Call 469-675-0800 to reserve your spot.

Texas Wine Tasting at Dallas Farmers Market
Wineries from across the state offer premium samples made from the Texas grape harvest. The event allows guests to visit with the makers, enjoy live music, and stroll the weekend market as they taste the richness of Texas. Tickets (which are limited) are $35 and include 10 samples; the event starts at 11 am.

Sunday, February 16

Taste of Bishop Arts
Explore one of Dallas' most unique neighborhoods in this intimate tour that allows you to visit different restaurants on foot. Start by slipping into galleries and shops and end by sampling barbecue and indulging in fun cocktails. The maximum number of attendees is 15, so don't delay. Tickets are $45, and the event starts at 1 pm. Alcohol is not included in the ticket price.

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Where to Drink

Where to drink in Dallas right now: 5 best happy hours for October

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Bar snacks from Barrel & Bones.

October has arrived, which brings us to another installment of Where to Drink, CultureMap Dallas’ monthly column on best bars and happy hours to check out. This edition has four of the best new happy hours in town, plus a crazy wine special with a spooky theme — because that's what October is about.

Here’s where to drink in Dallas right now:

Barrel & Bones
This BBQ smokehouse has a new happy hour menu featuring $3.50 domestics, $5 craft beers and house wines, and select $6 cocktails, including a house old-fashioned, Cazadores Tequila ranch water, or a Manhattan. Bites are $6 each, including pretzel bites, fried pickles, cheese curds, fried green beans, and fried mac & cheese. It runs on weekdays from 3-7 pm at all four locations: Dallas, Carrollton, The Colony, and Farmers Branch.

Fuzzy’s Taco Shop
Taco chain with 52 locations across Dallas-Fort Worth has a new weekday happy hour from 2- 6 pm. Start early! Everything's $5: from chips & queso to an order of two tacos in varieties such as shrimp, cod, shredded chicken, brisket, carnitas, and grilled veggies. The $5 rollout includes four new cocktails: Fuzzy’s Red Sangria, Sangria 'Rita Swirl, Baja-Ma Mama, and Margarita Swirls.

Goldie’s
Sophisticated Lake Highlands restaurant-bar has introduced a Tuesday-Friday happy hour from 4-6 pm. Drinks include $10 house martinis, house cocktails, select wines by the glass, and select neat bourbons by the glass, including Eagle Rare and Jack Daniels Single Barrel. There are also a few food specials, including $10 À La Carte Burger, $5 Goldie’s “20 Feet” Fries, and $10 rotating crudité.

S&D Oyster Company
Uptown oyster bar is celebrating its 48 years in existence with an upgraded bar. The front room had its nice long wooden bar, but it served as a "lean-to" with no seating and more importantly, no liquor. They've added stools for seating and a cocktail menu that pairs well with happy hour, which is weekdays from 3-6 pm. Guests can enjoy $2 off cocktails, wine, and beer. Mondays are extra happy, since wine is half-price all day.

Sixty Vines
Wine bar with Plano and Uptown locations has a haunting program during October that's so out there, it's scary: They're pairing wine with Halloween-style candy. The first week is sauvignon blanc paired with Sour Patch Kids or Lemonheads. Week two features pinot noir with Twizzlers or Twix. Week three is rosé matched with Starburst or gummy bears. Lastly, the stars for the final week are cabernet sauvignon with Reese’s or Almond Joy. It's $17 for a 2-1/2-ounce pour.

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