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These are the 10 best food and drink events in Dallas this week

The Ohana Chicken Sando at Dog Haus is a limited-time menu item.

Photo courtesy of Dog Haus

Father's Day arrives this Sunday, and the weekend is full of opportunities to treat Dad to a decadent meal — we've highlighted a few of the more memorable options. But first, save room for a limited-time Hawaiian menu launch, a happy hour sip-and-stroll, and sweet treats served in a jar by a celeb chef who'll visit Dallas this week.

Monday, June 10

Hawaiian Foods Week at Dog Haus
West Coast-based burgers, brats, and brews concept (which has locations in Arlington, Dallas, Richardson, and Frisco) is hosting Hawaiian Foods Week through Saturday. Two Hawaiian-inspired items have been added for a limited time: the Ohana Chicken Sando with spicy mayo, teriyaki aioli, and Haus slaw on a King’s Hawaiian bun; and the Mighy Moa Wings, bone-in wings tossed in teriyakis aioli and topped with spicy mayo.

Thursday, June 13

Legacy West on Tap
The second Thursday of the month means it’s time for the Plano entertainment district to host its monthly sip-and-stroll happy hour. The $35 ticket includes a souvenir tasting glass, specialty beer, wine, and cocktails samples, along with bites from participating locations and restaurants. There’ll be live music, cultural performances, shopping, and photo ops. More than 20 vendors are participating, including a wine and cheese pairing from WineShark, empanadas from Fogo de Chao, and Moscow Mules at Earls. The event will run from 5-8 pm.

Savor the Agave: A Tequila Tasting & Culinary Journey at Rhapsody Room
The Beeman Hotel will host this three-course dinner paired with Casa Dragones tequila inside its colorful Rhapsody Room. The $75 ticket includes a welcome cocktail and a guided tequila tasting throughout dinner, which begins at 6:30 pm.

Wine Pairing Dinner at Gorji
Mediterranean restaurant hosts a wine pairing dinner featuring Paso Robles’ Tooth & Nail Winery. Three wines – a Sauvignon Blanc, Rhone-style blend, and Cab blend – will be served with three courses, including choice of chicken pomodoro or New Zealand venison tenderloin over avocado; pan-seared scallops crostini; and prime beef tenderloin with gnocchi pomegranate crème. The dinner is $179 plus tax, and begins at 6 pm.

Friday, June 14

Grand Opening of JARS Dallas with Fabio Viviani Meet & Greet
Top Chef alum Fabio Viviani will make an appearance at the newest location of Jars, his fast-casual dessert concept whose M-O is combining classic flavor combos in creative jarred presentations. Signature sweets include red velvet cheesecake, banana cream pie, tiramisu, and gluten-free chocolate caramel cheesecake. The first 1,500 guests get a free jar. Viviani will be on-site from 12-10 pm.

Saturday, June 15

Mirador Six-Course Tasting Dinner with Wolf & The Fox
Known for its brunch, tea service, and downtown views, Mirador will partner with Wolf & The Fox on a private omakase-style sushi dinner. The collab between Mirador chef Travis Wyatt and Wolf & The Fox chef Yoni Lang will feature six courses ranging from Wagyu sushi okonomiyaki to uni pasta and duck breast. The dinner is $130, plus tax and gratuity, and seating times run from 5:30-9:30 pm.

Father’s Day BBQ Buffet & Rodeo at Southfork Ranch
There’s nothing more Texan than a barbecue and rodeo held at the iconic Southfork Ranch. This Father’s Day-themed event will offer a barbecue buffet followed by a presentation from the folks at Ellis Rodeo & Western Entertainment. Tickets are $85 for adults and $40 for kids 6-12. (There are also a la carte options for just the barbecue buffet and just the rodeo.) Dinner is from 6-8 pm with the rodeo to run from 8:30-10 pm (concessions available).

Sunday, June 16

Father’s Day Brunch at Blue Mesa Grill
Local Southwestern chain will serve carne asada, pork al pastor with grilled pineapple, and red chile salmon during this day-long brunch event, with classics like blue corn cheese enchiladas, adobe pie, sweet corn cakes, shrimp and grits, omelets, huevos rancheros, waffles with fried chicken, and biscuits & gravy. Mimosas are included in the $40 price ($12 for kids 6-11). The brunch will run from 9 am-4 pm and reservations are recommended.

Father’s Day Brunch at Crown Block
Destination restaurant atop Reunion Tower will host a brunch buffet with baby back ribs, turkey, borracho beans, creamed corn, cornbread muffins, and kolaches. A la carte items include crab cake Benedict and desserts such as strawberry shortcake, bourbon cakes, and cobbler with ice cream. The brunch is $100 ($45 for children), plus tax and gratuity, and will run from 10:30 am-2 pm.

Father’s Day at Scout
Entertainment venue inside The Statler Hotel has a deal for a stellar Father’s Day: free bowling and $2 pizza slices all day. For something a little more elaborate, there’s also the new flat iron steak frites for $27. Scout is open 11 am-11 pm on Sunday.

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Drink It Up

Honey wine headlines Texas Mead & Music Festival's debut in DFW

Photo courtesy of Southwest Festivals

The Texas Mead & Music Festival will make its Dallas-area debut on September 19 at Scarborough Faire in Waxahachie.

Move aside, beer and wine: Another type of alcoholic beverage will take center stage when the Texas Mead & Music Festival makes its North Texas debut at Scarborough Faire in Waxahachie on Saturday, September 19.

According to a release, the festival is a one-day celebration that invites guests to sip, learn, and explore while enjoying meads from 13 award-winning Texas meaderies, five stages of live music, artisan shopping, and more.

The 13th annual event had previously been held in multiple locations in Central Texas, most recently the Heritage Museum in New Braunfels, in 2025.

According to the release, mead is one of the fastest-growing craft beverage categories, as drinkers, food lovers and experience seekers rediscover its rich history, remarkable versatility and distinctly modern appeal.

Crafted by fermenting honey with water and yeast, mead is considered the world's oldest alcoholic beverage, enjoyed for thousands of years by ancient civilizations.

While often referred to as "honey wine," meads can range from crisp and dry to rich and sweet, still or sparkling, depending on the honey used and the addition of fruits, herbs, spices, or botanicals.

The drink was celebrated during medieval feasts and linked with Renaissance history and folklore, making its new location at Scarborough Faire a good fit.

"There is no better place to celebrate mead than Scarborough Faire," said Veronica Castelo, general manager of Southwest Festivals, in a statement. "For decades, guests have associated our Renaissance Festival with mead, history, and craftsmanship. The Texas Mead & Music Festival builds on that tradition while introducing visitors to today's incredible Texas mead makers."

At the festival, guests will be able to taste multiple different meads and discover the mead-making process. VIP guests can also learn the fundamentals of home mead making.

The event is also a music festival, with a full lineup planned throughout the day. Performers will include country group Kin Faux, country artist Don Louis, Americana group Ronnie and The Redwoods, singer-songwriter Henry Merchant, troubadour Matt Hillyer, and more.

In addition to the festival activities, visitors will be able to experience several popular attractions from the upcoming Scarboroughs’ Hollow, including the Blackthorn Haunted Castle, Trickster's 3D Fun House, and the Secrets of Rottingwood Cemetery Scavenger Hunt.

The festival will run from 1-7 pm September 19. Tickets are $38.50 for adults 21 and over and $11 for those 5-20. Adult tickets include festival admission, six mead samples, a commemorative tasting cup, general admission parking, and more.

VIP admission, which is $55, includes one-hour early admission beginning at noon, a dedicated entrance, 12 mead samples, a commemorative tasting cup, and access to Blackthorn Haunted Castle, Trickster's 3D Fun House and the Secrets of Rottingwood Cemetery Scavenger Hunt.

For non-VIP guests, access to the haunted attractions is available for an additional cost, ranging from $7.70-$11 per person per attraction.

A portion of proceeds benefits the Texas Mead Association, supporting education, collaboration and the continued growth of mead making across the state.

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