This Week in Gluttony

These are the 6 best food and drink events in Dallas this week

Enjoy a piping hot bowl of soup for a good cause at the North Texas Food Bank's Empty Bowls event on March 5.

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It's a cold week in Dallas and what better way to warm up than with soup, tequila, and crawfish? A favorite steakhouse is even taking time to honor women and wine, which are two things that should always be celebrated.

Tuesday, March 5

Empty Bowls at Perot Family Campus
The North Texas Food Bank celebrates the 20th annual event at its brand new Perot Family Campus in Plano. Guests can explore the distribution center and see the core of the organization's operations; they provide over 72 million meals annually. Empty Bowls features bowl-friendly fare from 20-plus of North Texas’ finest restaurants, hand-crafted bowls from local artisans, live entertainment, and more. Tickets start at $40 and the event starts at 6 pm.

Patrón Tequila Dinner at Mexican Sugar
The Plano Mexican food staple is teaming up with Patrón to host a fantastic evening of food and tequila. Courses include lobster quesadillas, roasted duck fideo, adobo chicken and poblano risotto, fig and chipotle lamb chops, and toasted almond tres leches. Tickets are $70 and reservations can be made at 972-943-0984.

Wednesday, March 6

Alternative Cuts of Meat Class at Central Market Lovers Lane
Discover the alternative cuts of meat that are making their way onto restaurant menus and in the cases of Central Market. The class discusses where these cuts come from, how they are traditionally served, and which cooking methods will bring out their best flavor. Working in teams, guests cook with these cuts and then sample the results at the end of class. Cuts include hangar steak, tri tip, coulotte, short rib, and pork belly. Tickets are $65 and the class starts at 6:30 pm.

Thursday, March 7

Women in Wine Dinner at Del Frisco's
In recognition of International Women’s Month, a five-course menu is being paired with Pride Mountain Vineyards wines by noteworthy female winemaker Sally Johnson. Courses include Day Boat sea scallop crudo, black truffle gnocchi, Rosewood Wagyu striploin, and more. Tickets are $195, and the dinner starts at 6:30 pm. RSVP here for all three locations.

Amador Bourbon Tasting at Abacus
The Abacus lounge is serving up signature Amador Bourbon cocktails, including the barrel aged old fashioned. Guests can enjoy appetizers that are specifically created to enhance the flavors of the spirit of the evening. Tickets are $30 and the event starts at 5 pm. Reservations are required by contacting Heather at 214-559-3111.

Saturday, March 9

Crawfish Boil on the Rue at Trinity Falls
At this Mardi Gras-themed event, eventgoers can enjoy pedi-cab tours of B.B. Owen Park, street performers, balloon artists, stilt walkers, a bounce house, a photo bus, and more. Food trucks will have Cajun/Creole and child-friendly items for purchase, and adults can relax in the beer and wine garden. Live music is also on the agenda. Tickets are $1 and all proceeds are donated to the North Texas Food Bank. The event is 3-7 pm.

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Henderson Avenue News

Dallas bar High Fives will close on Henderson Avenue after 10 years

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A nightlife staple on Dallas' Henderson Avenue is closing: High Fives, the bar located at 1804 McMillan Ave., will close in early January, after more than 10 years.

According to a release, the actual closing date will be tied to the Texas Tech Red Raiders' game schedule in January.

"To all our neighbors, the Red Raider faithful, and everyone who has made High Fives their home—we are saying goodbye by raising our hands high for one last High Five," says owner Phil Schanbaum. "This establishment was built on community, spirited rivalry, and countless memories. We are deeply thankful to every single patron and, especially, to all of our incredible staff who were the heart and soul of this place."

High Fives opened in mid-2015, part of the portfolio of This & That Hospitality, the company Schanbaum founded with partner Brandon Hays, next door to its sibling bar The Whippersnapper (which was rebranded into a concept called Boogies in October 2025.)

Schanbaum says that they're unsure of what will go in the High Fives space after it closes — but that the closure "paves the way for the ongoing evolution of Henderson Avenue."

The property is owned by Acadia Realty, the New York-based company that is partnered with Dallas development firm Ignite-Rebees on a 161,000-square-foot, creative, mixed-use development currently underway on Henderson Avenue between Glencoe Street and McMillan Avenue at the eastern end of Henderson Avenue.

High Fives' closure is part of that plan to transform the quarter-mile stretch into a walkable destination featuring restaurants, retail, and office space.

"To Henderson Avenue, we look forward to further expansion and to making this street even better. We are excited for the neighborhood's renaissance, which will bring new experiences, retail, and dining concepts to the area," Schanbaum says.

Moving target
The actual closing date will depend on the outcome of the season for Texas Tech's football team the Red Raiders.

"The final chapter for High Fives will be written alongside the almighty Texas Tech Red Raiders. The bar's ultimate closure is tied directly to the team's success," the release says.

The next game day is on January 1, when doors open at 10 am.

If the Red Raiders advance past the game on January 1, High Fives will remain open for subsequent Texas Tech game days until the team's run ends. Meanwhile hours in December will be Thursdays & Fridays from 8 pm-2 am, and Saturdays: from 2 pm– 2 am.

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