This Week in Gluttony

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

Learn to make pretty chocolate bonbons with Kate Weiser.

Photo by Sylvia Elzafon

School may be out for spring break, but culinary classes are in session. This week, learn to make mezcal cocktails, chocolate bonbons, and Asian favorites. Chow down on vegan barbecue, and shop local at the first day of a favorite farmers market, too.

Wednesday, March 11

Mezcal 101 at Las Almas Rotas
Head into the Spirits Room for a class exploring the history and production of mezcal. Participants will receive a flight of five mezcales made from five different agaves. Tickets are $30 and the class starts at 7 pm. Seating is extremely limited.

Friday, March 13

Handpainted Bonbon Making Class at Kate Weiser Chocolate
Four teams will form to make unique Kate Weiser Chocolate bonbons (think basic skills like ganache making and piping). At the end of class, flavors will be shared to create a 35-piece box to take home. Bring a bottle of wine and make it a date night. Tickets are $100 and the class starts at 7 pm.

Saturday, March 14

White Rock Farmers Market Opening Day
The 12th season of White Rock Farmers Market kicks off with favorite local producers. There'll be locally grown produce, meats, eggs, cheeses, honey, baked goods, artisan food, handcrafted goods, and more. All vendors must come from within 150 miles of Dallas, and the market takes place each Saturday from March 14 to December 19. The market will take place 8 am-1 pm in the parking lot of LakePointe Church, 9150 Garland Rd.

March Cooking Class at Asian Mint Richardson
Chef and owner Nikky Phinyawatana hosts a hands-on cooking class at which participants will learn to make larb mushroom and chicken basil. Recipes can be made gluten free and vegan, if needed. Chef encourages families to participate and kids 8 and older are welcome to attend. Tickets are $40 and the class starts at 10:30 am.

Kegs & Eggs at Foxtrot Market Uptown
Just a few days before St. Pat's Day, enjoy two free breakfast tacos and $2 Guinness beer pints. Did we mention the kegs are dyed green? This event is free and the promotion lasts from 10 am to noon.

Sunday, March 15

Tiferet Israel presents Dallas Kosher Chili Cook-Off
The Kosher Chili Cook-off will feature chili tasting, music, kids' rides, and more. Partnered with The Texas Jewish Artists Association, the event will showcase an art show and sale, live music, vendors with items for sale, and a Kosher food court. Funds raised will benefit Jewish family Services Mental Health programs. The fun begins at 11 am at Tiferet Israel, and tickets are $6-$12; free for children 3 and under.

Vegan Brews and BBQ
Vegan soul food comes back to Dallas via Southern Fried Vegan. They'll serve up a loaded menu of Southern staples and sandwiches, including fried chickun, BBQ, mac n cheeze, Jambalaya, Cajun corn, beer-cheeze battered Beyond Burgers, and "totchos." The event takes place 5-10 pm at Pegasus City Brewery.

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Teresa Gubbins contributed to this story.

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Hello Cupcake

SusieCakes preheats the ovens for new bakery in Dallas' West Village

Photo courtesy of SusieCakes

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Bring on the cake baking: SusieCakes, the home-style bakery concept from California, will soon open a location in the West Village at 3699 McKinney Ave. Ste. 318, in Uptown Dallas. The grand opening celebration is set for Saturday, October 3.

The West Village store was first announced in July, along with a location in Frisco's Fields West.

It is the fourth Dallas-Fort Worth location following Preston Center, Hillside Village in East Dallas, and Fort Worth's WestBend.

Founder Susie Sarich first opened SusieCakes bakery in 2006 in Los Angeles' Brentwood neighborhood, and there are now locations throughout California, from San Diego to San Francisco. SusieCakes offers an alternative to the artificial flavors and preservatives found in most grocery store cakes by using fresh, simple ingredients by on-site bakers, the company says.

SusieCakes founder Susie Sarich Guests at the West Village grand opening could meet founder Susie Sarich. Photo courtesy of SusieCakes

The bakery has developed a loyal following for its Vanilla Celebration Cake, custom layer cakes, cupcakes topped with buttercream frosting, and nostalgic treats such as chocolate chip cookies, snickerdoodles, and flourless peanut butter cookies. Seasonal cakes and desserts also rotate throughout the year. For fall, think crumble-topped fruit pies baked in flaky crusts and holiday-inspired desserts.

Sarich says she's excited about the new Dallas location.

“Opening in West Village is a wonderful next step as we continue to grow SusieCakes in Dallas,” she says in the release. “As a Dallas resident, it’s been special to see firsthand how warmly the community has embraced SusieCakes. West Village is such a vibrant neighborhood, and we look forward to welcoming guests in and being part of even more celebrations, both big and small.”

SusieCakes' West Village Grand Opening Celebration will take place 12-3 pm Saturday, October 3, with special giveaways, music, samples, and an opportunity to say "hello" to Sarich in person.

The bakery will be open from 10 am-7 pm on opening day, with festivities including:

Free SusieCakes mugs for the first 50 guests, beginning at 10 am. with purchase, limited to one per guest
A raffle for the chance to win free cake for a year
The opportunity to meet Susie Sarich in person
DJ tunes and complimentary samples from 12-3 pm

The ever expanding bakery also offers delivery, both national and local, at susiecakes.com.

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