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Prime patio season is upon us. Before you know it, it’ll be 102 in the shade, so get out there and soak up spring while you can. Whether you’re hooking up with friends after work for a glass of wine and some shared plates or headed out on a lazy Sunday outing with the pup for some mimosas and fancy...
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Your taste buds may never be the same. TMBBQ is celebrating the diversity of dining in Texas and Texans’ love of barbecue by bringing together one celebrity chef and pitmaster in Dallas for an unforgettable, once-in-a-lifetime meal. This exclusive tantalizing feast will combine the talents of two-time James Beard semifinalist John Tesar of Knife and Oak and smoked-meat master Justin...
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Writing about Pecan Lodge has sort of become this low hanging fruit. Everyone knows it is some of the world’s best BBQ. The Hot Mess isn’t so much messy as it it sublime with it’s pulled pork goodness perched on top of a giant sweet potato. The brisket is superb, and you should always ask for fatty pieces because those...
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Remember when we were all sad about Pecan Lodge leaving the Dallas Farmers Market? It’s hard to give a shit about that when you’re sitting out on their patio, while a live band plays, a cold beer sweats in your palm and the smell of rendered fat and smoke waft up from the aluminum tray that sits before you. This...
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The Fourtons’ narrative is remarkable, but it’s not the only one with a personal touch in the Dallas barbecue revival. The restaurants’ stories make a Dallas barbecue tour more entertaining, as well as delicious. Click here to read more....
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In homage to President Underwood’s Southern roots, Pecan Lodge owner and pitmeister Justin Fourton suggests starting with his fried chicken, collard greens and mac-and-cheese. For later, “bring home several pounds of brisket to make sliders,” he says. And as the night slides toward dawn: “Mix the brisket with some eggs for breakfast tacos.” If you’re still standing. Click here to...
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