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Curtain Call: Morton’s The Steakhouse in downtown Dallas closing tonight

Mike Hiller — Mon, 14 Feb 2011 16:29:32 +0000

The original Morton’s, The Steakhouse (weird name, great food) in downtown Dallas will close after dinner service tonight, Valentine’s Day. I popped in last night for a final meal at the subterranean digs that I awarded four stars to when I reveiwed the restaurant for the Dallas Morning News. I love Morton’s steaks–sourced from top-producer Continue reading →

AA Admirals Clubs Now Offering Free Drinks

Mike Hiller — Thu, 11 Nov 2010 15:00:29 +0000

Yep, at all domestic clubs, drinks are now free.

Bottle Rocket: Austin-based Ambhar Tequila

Mike Hiller — Tue, 09 Nov 2010 13:11:21 +0000

Whether you sip or slurp, this is a superpremium tequila you should know about

Sommelier Jason Hisaw Found a Pinot Noir You Should Know About

Jason Hisaw — Thu, 14 Oct 2010 12:31:48 +0000

The 2007 Evening Land Seven Springs Vineyard from Eola Amity is a gems-- bright bing cherry, hints of cocoa and vanilla rounding out an elegant Pinot Noir.

Dallas Bartender Jason Kosmas Debuts New Book, Speakeasy

Mike Hiller — Mon, 11 Oct 2010 11:57:50 +0000

The book traces this current trend toward fresh ingredients and housemade mixers then delves into recipes. If you've met -- or even talked to -- Kosmas, you know he's passionate about cocktails.

From QB to Winemaker: Drew Bledsoe’s Doubleback Cabernet

Mike Hiller — Tue, 05 Oct 2010 11:08:47 +0000

The former Dallas Cowboy is calling new plays this year. You should listen. His wine is amazing.

Sommelier and Tea Expert Adam Sachs : Improving Restaurant Beverage Programs

Adam Sachs — Wed, 15 Sep 2010 11:41:38 +0000

Adam Sachs knows wine. He also knows coffee. And tea. So how come restaurants serve expensive wines but cheap coffee and tea?

How’s Your Drink? Cocktail Expert Rick Turner on Sours, Collinses and Fizzes

Rick Turner — Thu, 26 Aug 2010 11:02:24 +0000

Whether shaken or stirred, these three are cocktail standards. Here's why.

Taste 100 Amazing Wines August 16 at TexSom at the Four Seasons Resort.

Mike Hiller — Mon, 16 Aug 2010 10:55:27 +0000

You won't find a better opportunity to try such an array of amazing wines or mingle with a more knowledgeable yet approachable group of wine lovers. 7pm August 16.

Sommelier Heather Green Found the Perfect Breakfast Wine: Moscato d’Asti

Heather Green — Tue, 10 Aug 2010 12:57:46 +0000

You can keep your coffee, just don't get between Heather Green and her bottle of Moscato.