This Week in Gluttony

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

He Said magazine's Pride Brunch is on September 15 at Perle on Maple.

Photo courtesy of Perle on Maple

This week is just so Texas. It starts with a Tex-Mex celebration and ends with a bourbon and boots event. In between, there's wine, brews, and brunch. It's a yummy week, y'all.

Thursday, September 13

100th Anniversary Party at El Fenix Mexican Restaurant
This epic 100th birthday bash at the store's flagship will feature food specials, mariachi bands, and more. The best celebratory special? The world-famous, hand-rolled cheese enchilada plates served with rice and beans for just $1 from open to close.

September Wine Dinner at Del Frisco's Grille Uptown
This informative, intimate dinner allows guests to be guided through the tasting notes of each wine, learn more about Ste. Michelle Wine Estates and Stag’s Leap Wine Cellars, and enjoy a meal specifically crafted with these wines in mind. Courses include citrus poached chilled gulf shrimp, pomegranate glazed pork tenderloin, prime rib au poivre, and more. Tickets are $95 and dinner starts at 6:30 pm.

Axel Schug Wine Dinner at Four Seasons Resort and Club Dallas at Las Colinas
The exclusive and highly anticipated wine event features a five-course dinner prepared by executive chef Christof Syré and chef de cuisine Johan van Niekerk, paired with selections from the winery visiting from Carneros, California. Tickets are $105 and the event starts at 6:30 pm. For reservations, call LAW at 972-717-2420.

Friday, September 14

Brews, Bites & Beats at Sammons Center for the Arts
Enjoy samples of brews from around Texas, tasty bites from local eateries, and live music at this inaugural event. Tickets start at $15 and the event kicks off at 7 pm. Admission includes craft beer samples, food, music, and valet parking.

Saturday, September 15

He Said Magazine Pride Brunch at Perle on Maple
He Said publisher Cooper Koch and editor Steven Lindsey host brunch and bubbles to kick off Dallas pride activities and festivals. This French-inspired fête will feature an a la carte brunch prepared by executive chef Wade Burch and a "Bubbles from Around the World" champagne bar. Brunch starts at 10 am.

Bourbon and Boots at Lucchese Frisco
Garrison Brothers will celebrate the launch of the new Boot Flask Bourbon at this event. Their award-winning small batch bourbon is now sold in a 375-ml bottle ergonomically designed to fit snugly around the calf in a comfortable pair of boots. Guests can enjoy music, passed hors d’oeuvres, and the famous Bourbon Evangelists passing out bourbon samples. Admission is free, and the event kicks off at 3 pm.

Mutts 'n Margs at El Rincon
El Rincon is partnering with Stray Dog Ranch for dog adoptions. Purchase a ticket on site for $10 and receive a house standard margarita and half off any entree. All ticket sales will go to Stray Dog Ranch, which will be on the patio — with dogs looking for their fur-ever home — from 1-5 pm.

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Ramen News

Dallas' acclaimed Ten Ramen to open in Cru Wine spot in West Village

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A highly acclaimed ramen spot is coming to Dallas' West Village: Ten Ramen, one of Dallas' most celebrated ramen spots, will open a location in the former Cru Food & Wine Bar space at 3699 McKinney Ave. #107.

According to a release, Ten Ramen will open in spring 2026.

In related news, the concept was acquired by Vandelay Companies (Hudson House, Jack & Harry's, East Hamption Sandwich Co., El Molino), led by CEO Hunter Pond, who counts himself a big Ten Ramen fan.

“I’ve been a longtime fan of who is arguably one of Texas’ most respected chefs — founder and creator Teiichi Sakurai — and what Ten Ramen embodies,” says Pond.

Vandelay also owns Tei An, the award-winning authentic Japanese restaurant and Ten Ramen sibling which Sakurai opened at One Arts Plaza in 2008.

Ten Ramen debuted in March 2015 at the Sylvan | Thirty mixed-use project in West Dallas — a pioneering concept at the time, and one that quickly earned a devoted following with its tiny 10-seat setup and uncompromisingly authentic flavors.

Back then, it was a ground-breaking concept for Dallas and is still one of the most beloved ramen spots in the city. Diners flocked to wait in long lines for its menu of Mazemen, Shoyu, Tonkotsu, and Lobster Ramen — recipes that will remain intact, Pond says.

“We haven’t touched the recipes, they’re perfect just as they are,” he says. “After many months under our ownership already, it remains clear that the magic is in the food, the service, and the experience. Our goal with this new location is simple: bring what we feel is the best ramen in Dallas to more people, in a space that feels both fresh and familiar.”

Ooooooh, so Vandelay has owned it for many months. Well well well.

“When the opportunity came to bring this incredible concept into our family of restaurants, I jumped at it," Pond says.

He's the one shepherding it into the West Village — a location he says will give more diners the chance to experience the concept.

The location has an impressive track record: Cru Wine Bar closed in August 2025 after an unparalleled 23 years at that address.

The new 1,480-square-foot space will be a fresh take on the Ten Ramen experience, with a full-service bar that seats 7, and an intimate dining room seating 28 — versus the impromptu stand-up situation at Sylvan Thirty.

Their goal is to make a space that feels approachable and lively while staying true to the dishes that made Ten Ramen a local favorite.

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