This Week In Gluttony

These are the 6 best food and drink events in Dallas this week

Cattleack Barbecue is one of the participants in the Cook Like a Texan event on December 4 at Klyde Warren Park.

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Hopefully you have recovered from your Thanksgiving feasting, because this week is full of fun food events, from a cool dinner at Cafe Momentum to a pop-up Texan picnic at Klyde Warren Park.

Tuesday, November 29

White Truffle Dinner at Dolce Riviera
In collaboration with the finest Italian truffle hunters, enjoy a five-course menu featuring classic dishes made with picco tartufi — white truffles celebrated as the king of all truffle varieties. With the most authentic Italian wines complementing each course, this should be an unforgettable experience. Tickets are $250, and dinner seating is at 7:30 pm.

Wednesday, November 30

The Hero Effect Pop-Up Premiere Party at Cafe Momentum
To celebrate its inclusion in the new, inspirational docu-series The Hero Effect, Cafe Momentum is hosting a special four-course pop-up dinner. Show co-hosts Donald Driver and Emily Wilson join as guest chefs while also mingling with attendees. Following the dinner, guests are invited to stay for a complimentary screening of the special Cafe Momentum episode, which airs on December 10 at 9 am on the Oprah Winfrey Network. Tickets are $150, and the dinner begins at 6 pm. Call 214-303-1234 to reserve your spot.

Thursday, December 1

Cheesemongers Birthday Surprise Class at Scardello Artisan Cheese
Enjoy Rich Rogers' favorite cheese and wine at his cheesemonger birthday celebration. If the event is sold out, call 214-219-1300 to put your name on the waiting list. Tickets for this celebratory class are $40, and the fun starts at 7 pm.

Friday, December 2

Wassail Weekend at Downtown Denton Square
Enjoy downtown Denton as merchants stir up their favorite wassail recipe and serve it to tasters. The traditional Wassail Weekend tasting coincides with the annual Denton Holiday Lighting Festival. Tasting is free and open to all starting at 5:30 pm.

Saturday, December 3

Camp Gingerbread at NorthPark Center
Little ones can decorate gingerbread cookies with their favorite sugary delights, including frosting, nuts, dried fruit, candies, and sprinkles. Proceeds benefit Shared Housing, a nonprofit organization that facilitates affordable housing options for those in need. Tickets are $10, and the activities last from 10 am to 5 pm on Saturday, and 11 am to 4 pm on Sunday.

Sunday, December 4

Cook Like a Texan at Klyde Warren Park
This pop-up picnic brings the December issue of Texas Monthly to life. The issue is devoted to essential cooking techniques every Texan needs to know. Visitors can expect tastings, sips, demonstrations, and chef-prepared picnic baskets. A full list of participating chefs can be found here. Also expect an Infiniti lounge and photo booth, informal culinary demonstrations by HeartBrand Beef and Meiomi Wine, and Rustic Elegance lounge spaces for chic picnic-goers. Tickets start at $20, and the event lasts from noon-4 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."

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