Dallas Restaurant News

New high-profile Dallas restaurants set the table for September

Dallas gourmands have two new choices in September, including Madrina.

Photo courtesy of Madrina

Foodie frenzy alert is set to go off the first week of September, when two high-profile Dallas restaurants will start serving up gourmet grub.

Pink Magnolia, the Southern restaurant in Oak Cliff from chef Blythe Beck and restaurateur Casie Caldwell, has named an actual opening date (which is such a brave act in the restaurant world): September 3.

A release says that the restaurant aims to deliver the nostalgic charm of Southern home cooking in an elegant yet casual setting. Chef Beck says that she has never been more excited about a project in her entire career.

"As for the food, you'll be seeing a more grown-up and sophisticated version of what I have done in the past but still very much my food and personality," she says. "I'm taking our old family recipes but twisting it up a little with bacon, butter and booze."

Located in the former Driftwood space at 642 W. Davis St., Pink Magnolia will seat 84 inside, with 20 more seats outside. A remodel incorporated an open kitchen and chef counter where diners can interact with Beck.

Madrina, the latest restaurant from Proof + Pantry owners Misery Loves Co., opens at the Shops of Highland Park, in the old Nosh Euro Bistro space, during the first week of September. According to a release, it will marry classic French techniques with authentic Mexican cuisine. Julio Peraza is executive chef.

Menu items include hay-smoked foie gras; lobster bisque en croûte; Mexican-inspired vegetables and black jalapeno hash; enfrijoladas with cilantro tortillas; duck confit and duck skin; and plantain empanadas featuring a steamed plantain casing filled with braised oxtail, capers, and chives.

Cocktails by Michael Martensen will be inspired by French and Mexican classics. "Mindful" and focused drinks include a heavy and hand-picked selection of agave-distilled spirits such as mezcal; tequila from Mexico; and Armagnacs, eau de vies, and aperitifs from France. The wine list will feature bottles from the Bordeaux, Burgundy, and Loire Valley regions.

Madrina also will offer an up-close-and-personal chef counter seating option, allowing diners to tug at Peraza's chef jacket.

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Fro Yo News

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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