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

Get ready to rosé all day, and then rosé some more.

Photo courtesy of Rose All Day

Get ready to drink pink — National Rosé Day is Saturday. From a wine walk to a terrace soiree, rosé events will be busy this week. There’s also opportunity to celebrate the Queen of England’s birthday with bubbly and Her Majesty’s favorite tea sandwiches. Save room for a sushi feast, crawfish boil, and a cookie-decorating class that kicks off summer in cheery fashion.

Wednesday, June 8

Royal Tea at The French Room
On the heels of the Platinum Jubilee weekend, celebrate the Queen’s birthday and Her Majesty’s 70th year as the British Monarch at The Adolphus Hotel’s French Room. Partake in her favorite tea sandwiches and treats paired with British bubbles. Tickets are $75 per person ($35 for children 12 and under), plus tax and service charge. Limited reservations are available Wednesday through Friday from 11 am-3 pm.

Omakase at Kessaku
Blow your sushi-loving mind during this nine-course omakase dinner at Kessaku, the 60-seat cocktail lounge located on the 50th floor atop The National. Each course will be paired with sake, cocktails, and mesmerizing views. Dinner is $250 per person, plus tax and gratuity, and begins at 6 pm.

Thursday, June 9

Crawfish Boil at Shell Shack Plano
The seafood hot spot will host its first-ever crawfish boil to kick off summer and a series of boils at locations across DFW. The Plano location is first-up. Patrons can partake in the crustaceans and all the fixings from 6-9 pm. The $30 ticket (which can be purchased in advance) includes three pounds of crawfish with corn, potatoes, sausage, and eggs in traditional Louisiana fashion.

Friday, June 10

36th Annual Taste of Dallas
The three-day feasting frenzy begins at noon Friday at Dallas Market Hall, where thousands will visit for an array of flavors. New food attractions this year include Smoke & Sauce, Veggie Paradise, Global Flavors, Baconland, and more. Tickets range from $15 in advance for the Main Event ($20 after June 6) to $55-$85 for special all-inclusive Taste Tours.

Rombauer Vineyards Wine Dinner at The Oceanaire Seafood Room
The Galleria seafood destination will host a four-course wine-pairing dinner featuring Napa Valley’s Rombauer wines. Menu highlights include Maine lobster salad with caviar and Wagyu steak. Dinner is $175 per person, including tax and gratuity. A reception with hors d’oeuvres and Sauvignon Blanc will begin at 6:30 pm.

Saturday, June 11

Sip, Sip Rosé at Ellie’s Restaurant & Lounge
The Hall Arts Hotel restaurant will celebrate National Rosé Day with a soiree on the terrace. Tastings of rosé and bubbly will feature the collection from Chateau D’esclans. The $40 per person ticket also includes specialty bites, live music, photo ops, and a braid bar by Birdie Hair. The party will run from 11 am-1 pm.

Fifth Annual Rosé All Day Wine Walk
Drink pink during this afternoon wine walk, set to take place on National Rosé Day. The event will offer wine tastings and specials at restaurants, bars, and retailers all along Lower Greenville Avenue. Tickets are $15 per person, which includes a wristband for specials and samples, a souvenir glass, and a map. The walk will take place from 12-5 pm.

Sunday, June 12

Here Comes Summer! A Beginner Cookie Class
Learn how to decorate summer-themed cookies like a professional pastry chef during this two-hour class at Farmers Branch Historical Park. Participants (who must be at least 16 years old) will use royal icing and leave with six adorable cookies. The class is $60 per person and will run from 1-3 pm. Those 21 and up may BYOB.

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Healthy dual restaurant serving smoothies and froyo to open in Prosper

Red Mango

Smoothies and frozen yogurt are coming to Prosper with two restaurants in one: Smoothie Factory + Kitchen and co-branded Red Mango will open at 1470 W. Frontier Pkwy. #102, on May 17.

On the Smoothie Kitchen side, they'll serve smoothies, juices, fruit power bowls, toasts, and grilled sandwich folds.

On the Red Mango side, they'll serve frozen yogurt with a self-serve model featuring four flavors, two additional swirl combinations, and 13 toppings.

Smoothie Factory was founded in the 1980s; Red Mango was founded in Dallas in 2007 had has 60 locations in the U.S. and internationally. The concepts are siblings — both part of the franchise portfolio of Dallas-based franchising company Brix Holdings, LLC.

Bringing the concept to Prosper are franchisees Lanford and Chianna Rodgers. Lanford is a former Illinois state trooper and independent insurance business owner, and Chiana is a financial advisor.

Together, they’re looking to offer a healthy and welcoming experience to a growing city.

“My professional career has changed over the years, but the one thing that unifies my experience is my purpose to help, support and build a community with new people,” says Chianna. “As I begin my journey as a small business owner and we open our doors to the Prosper community, I’m dedicated to leading a team that feels supported and is passionate about serving high-quality products and creating an unforgettable customer experience.”

Customers who show up on opening day can expect promotions, giveaways, prizes, and activities.

”The opening of the new Smoothie Factory + Kitchen and Red Mango location is one of many of our continuous efforts to provide better-for-you options to our guests by increasing access to healthy and delicious options in our communities,” says BRIX Holdings CEO Sherif Mityas in a statement. “Lanford is a passionate and dedicated owner with a team ready to make a positive impact and change the lives of their guests with fresh food, quality service, and a seamless customer experience. I’m confident that this location will be a Prosper neighborhood staple.”

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