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Houston restaurant preaching healthy hits Dallas with mammoth menu

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A healthy restaurant from Houston is coming to Dallas, its first expansion beyond the Bayou. Bellagreen American Bistro, which is also a Certified Green Restaurant, will open at Dallas' greenest center, The Hill, at 8041 Walnut Hill Ln., on November 8.

This will be Bellagreen's seventh location, and two more are teed up for North Texas, both in Plano: one at The Shops at Legacy in December and another at Preston Road and Park Boulevard in early 2019.

Bellagreen CEO Jason Morgan says in a release that they're excited for Dallas to enjoy the Bellagreen experience.

"Our mission is to make life and earth more beautiful with every meal," he says. "We believe restaurants should support and improve the communities they serve through high-quality foods and sustainable environmental practices. We are passionate about accommodating guests with specific dietary needs. At Bellagreen, every individual can enjoy a high-quality meal at an affordable price in a comfortable environment, our guests don’t have to sacrifice one for the other."

Bellagreen was founded in 2008 as Ruggles Green, a fast-casual concept serving appetizers, soups, salads, sandwiches, tacos, burgers, pizzas, pastas, and desserts. (They changed their name in 2017.)

Their menu accommodates a wide range of dietary needs such as gluten-free, dairy-free, vegan, Keto, Paleo, Whole 30, and more.

Notable menu items include honey fried goat cheese and arugula salad, brick chicken, and tri-tip sandwich. Seasonal specials include dishes such as Paleo spaghetti squash Bolognese. Catering is also a focus for the brand.

Bellagreen operates using only low-impact, environmentally green spaces that leverage water-saving devices, alternative power sources, and green practices.

The Dallas location has 3,672 square feet and will accommodate 84 guests. It features an open kitchen and repurposed elements that have been incorporated into light fixtures, tabletops, and wall features. A 774-square-foot patio seats an additional 48 guests.

They're open daily for lunch and dinner, from 11 am-9 pm Monday-Friday, and 10:30 am-10 pm Saturday-Sunday.

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H-E-B begins quest for Texas' best in 2026 grocery competition

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It’s not America’s Got Talent or The Voice, but for 12 years, H-E-B has been steadily churning out stars. Through its annual Quest for Texas Best competition, small companies have become literal household names, filling pantries across the state. Now, a new crop of products has the chance to audition.

H-E-B’s Quest for Texas Best will take applications for its 13th annual contest from March 11 through April 22. Small business owners and entrepreneurs across the state can submit their unique and innovative products to win a combined $100,000 in cash prizes and the opportunity to feature their products on H-E-B shelves across Texas.

Since the competition started, H-E-B has discovered over 1,000 unique products across the Lone Star State. These have included various food and non-food items, including cookies, coffees, beauty items, toys, home goods, and even roasted crickets. The contest has awarded nearly $3 million in prize money and provided valuable marketing, mentoring, and supplemental support to its winners.

Over the years, Dallas-Fort worth has been well-represented among the champions. Spicytude, a Dallas company that sells Indian spices and chai tea, won third place in the 2025 competition, netting a $10,000 prize and opportunity to have products sold at H-E-B stores.

To be considered for the contest, interested suppliers and manufacturers can submit videos online. After the Call for Entries period is complete, H-E-B's Business Development Managers will select the top applicants who will head to San Antonio in October to present their wares in person before a panel of judges.

The jury will determine the top four winning products and award $50,000 to the Grand Prize winner, the title of "Texas Best," and placement on H-E-B store shelves. The first-place winner will receive $25,000, the second-place winner will receive $15,000, and the third-place winner will receive $10,000.

“We look forward to connecting with Texas-based innovators each year and providing exciting opportunities through this competition,” said James Harris, H-E-B’s Sr. Director of Diversity & Inclusion and Supplier Diversity for H-E-B, in a release. “I can’t wait to see what products are brought to the table this year. After 12 years of the H-E-B Quest for Texas Best, the creativity and ingenuity of Texans still inspire me.”

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