This week in gluttony

These are the 8 best food and drink events in Dallas this week

One dinner will pour Rose all the way.

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Two anniversary parties this week bring reason to celebrate, with glam attire encouraged for both. For those wishing to dine and imbibe in more low-key fashion, there’s an all-you-can-eat crawfish boil with live music. Also this week, drink pink during a rose wine dinner, and don’t miss one sweet book signing from two cookie connoisseurs.

Wednesday, April 20

Book Signing with Tiff’s Treats Founders
Tiffany and Leon Chen, Richardson natives and founders of Tiff's Treats, will make an appearance at the cookie delivery chain's newest location (in their own hometown) for a book signing. The husband-and-wife duo's new book, It's Not Just Cookies, will be available for purchase. The first 25 guests to have their book signed will receive a $25 gift card, and everyone thereafter will get a complimentary box of one dozen cookies. Visit from 5:30-6:30 pm at 1417 E. Renner Rd.

Thursday, April 21

Panel Discussion on Food Equity
Common Threads, a nonprofit, will host a panel on the importance of access to nutritious food, and discuss the successes and challenges in getting healthy food to families in under-resourced communities. The discussion will feature perspectives from local government and school leadership on food equity in Dallas, particularly during and in the wake of the pandemic. The event is at 3:30 pm at Meadows Foundation, 2801 Swiss Ave., and is free and open to the public. RSVP at www.eventbrite.com/e/317744150307.

Terra Celebrity Chef Dinner featuring Dean Fearing
Eataly Dallas hosts Chef Dean Fearing at Eataly restaurant Terra preparing a five-course meal, inspired by Fearing's Southwestern flair, prepared over a wood-burning grill. Designed and prepared by Fearing with Eataly chef Jake Epstein and Terra chef Michael Lawson, the meal will be paired with Italian wines, plus dessert by Eataly's pastry chefs and one-on-one interaction with Fearing. The dinner is 6:30 pm-9 pm, and is $195, with a portion of the proceeds donated to a charity of the chef's choice.

Saturday, April 23

Aw Shucks Lewisville Annual Crawfish Boil
North Texas seafood chain will host its annual crawfish boil, with live music from The Big Daddy Band. An all-you-can-eat crawfish boil, with all the fixings including sausage, corn, and potatoes is $35. The festivities begin at 12 pm. Proceeds will benefit the Guns and Hoses Foundation of North Texas.

TAP Fest Goes 70s Party
Texas Ale Project will celebrate its 7th anniversary with a groovy 70s-themed soiree. There’ll be 25-plus beers on tap at the Design District brewery, with live music all day from three bands. Tickets are $25 for general admission, which includes six 5-ounce tastings. VIP tickets come with early entry, priority parking, a six-pack of beer, and a VIP area, and are $45. 70's-era costumes are encouraged. The party is 1-7 pm.

Monarch + Kessaku Studio 50 Anniversary Party
The two concepts led by Michelin-starred chef Danny Grant celebrate their first anniversary with a glam party called Studio 50. Attendees get access to a premium open bar, passed hors d'oeuvres, DJ music, and food stations including crab brioche buns and snow crab claws with black truffle risotto. Tickets are $300. Upscale chic or formal wear is encouraged. The party runs from 8 pm to midnight.

Sea Breeze Fish Market & Grill Anniversary Celebration
Plano seafood restaurant celebrates 15 years of providing seafood from across the globe with complimentary cake and bubbly April 23-24 from 12-5 pm.

Monday, April 25

"Rosé Colored Glasses" Supper Club at The French Room
Drink pink at this exclusive supper club event at The Adolphus hotel's French Room bar. A three-course dinner will start with a cocktail and includes three newly released, highly sought-after rosé wines selected by wine director Max Walther. Dinner is $115 per person, plus tax and gratuity, and seating times run from 6-9 pm.

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Closing News

Longtime Dallas restaurant Sevy's Grill to close after nearly 30 years

Photo courtesy of Sevy's Grill

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A longtime Dallas restaurant is closing in 2026: Sevy's Grill, which has been open at 8201 Preston Rd. near Preston Center for nearly 30 years, will close on June 27, 2026.

According to a release from the owners, they're closing due to what appears to be an increase in rent.

"After months of negotiations, we were not able to come to a mutually beneficial agreement for our fourth 10-year lease," the post said.

The restaurant is located in Preston Sherry Plaza, which was acquired in September 2025 by Austin-based Endeavor Real Estate. Somebody gotta foot the bill.

Sevy's says they are looking at other locations.

"Our focus now is to finish these next 6+ months taking care of our guests and staff at the same caring level we built our brand on: Warm, professional service, consistently good food and a comfortable ambiance where the guest is always first," the post says. "First on our list of priorities is taking care of our guests in December and all the wonderful celebrations of family, friends and business groups. We do still have some availability for reservations, including our last New Years Eve at Preston Sherry. Come celebrate with us as the exciting anticipation of a new year for all of us."

"Our second priority will be the search for a new location to continue doing what we love," they said. "We are already reviewing possible sites and will keep everyone updated regularly."

Owned by chef Jim "Sevy" Severson and his wife Amy Severson, the restaurant has long been a neighborhood favorite with a lively bar scene, and was nominated in CultureMap's 2018 Tastemaker Awards for Best Neighborhood Restaurant. They were a frequent choice for winemaker events and are also known for the longevity of their staff.

"Eight team members have been with us all 29+ years, with an average tenure in the kitchen of 15+ years and a Management team that you all know," their post said. "Come support our staff as we celebrate the next 6+ months.Thank you again for your support through all the normal challenges of running a restaurant as well as economic downturns, market bubbles, Y2K, and of course the COVID era. As I tell my family and friends to “enjoy the ride in life”, wow, what an amazing ride it has been for us! And as always, Sevy’s Grill is here for you."