The Dallas Download: Week of February 3, 2025
Welcome to The Dallas Download—your weekly dose of what’s happening in Big D. Every day, my inbox overflows with press releases announcing the latest restaurant openings, cutting-edge retail concepts, and must-attend luncheons and fashion shows (because who doesn’t love to shop for a cause?). From insider intel on who’s out and who’s in to the city’s most talked-about events, keeping up with it all can be overwhelming. While there are countless places to get the news, I’m here to dish out the most noteworthy updates and juicy tidbits landing on my desk. I’m also sharing the piping hot tea from local outlets that I consider buzz-worthy.
Consider this your curated roundup of what’s happening in Dallas this week.
FOOD & BEV
🍺 A few weeks ago, Teresa Gubbins from CultureMap reported that Meddlesome Moth, the craft beer gastropub in Dallas' Design District, would reportedly “close in the spring” sharing that “employees were told that that the longtime beer haunt would not be renewing its lease due to an increase in rent.” The Moth was Dallas' original gastropub, a pioneer not only in the craft beer world but also a pioneer in the Design District when it opened there in 2010. Sarah Blaskovich with the DMN confirmed the closing this week. After a storied 15 years, another (good) one bites the dust… A rep for Meddlesome Moth told me that we have until May 22 for one last visit. The real question is now, what will happen to The Moth’s famous stained glass windows? The collection consists of three works depicting rockstars Elvis Presley, Chuck Berry and Jerry Lee Lewis in colored glass. They could be seen as separate treasures, but the gastropub’s co-owner Shannon Wynne insists they stay together. Click HERE to learn more.
🍔 “Foodie festivals are becoming the hipster must-have,” according to CultureMap, “and now Dallas-Fort Worth gets another, coming this spring at the Omni PGA Frisco Resort & Spa. Called Savor, it's a 4-day spree that will run from May 1–4 with food, entertainment, and its own special little twist: elite golf. They'll be bringing in some celebrity chefs and mixologists from across the country including Aarón Sánchez, Antonia Lofaso, Stephanie Izard, John Tesar, Tony Abou-Ganim, Shota Nakajima, Dean Fearing, Kwame Onwuachi, Elizabeth Blau, Jillian Vose, Ann Kim, and Kim Canteenwalla.”
🥕 Sheraton Dallas Hotel’s Senior Sous Chef, Ricardo Viesca Gutierrez, has been named the winner of the Vegetarian Division at the 2024 World Food Championships. Chef Ricardo triumphed over 300 teams from 35+ states and 20 countries, claiming victory with his Smoked Vodka Sauce. He is now one of 12 finalists heading to the World Food Championships Final Table this March in Bentonville, Arkansas. Chef Ricardo has been with Sheraton Dallas for two years, and this recognition is a testament to his culinary skill and dedication. The Smoked Vodka Sauce is featured in the Pappardelle Allá Vodka dish available to order at Open Palette in the Sheraton Dallas Hotel, located at 400 Olive St, Dallas, TX 75201, www.SheratonDallas.com.
☕️ Pinky’s up! Mirador is hosting Afternoon Tea Experiences in February and March. Offered on select Saturdays at 2:00 p.m., this modern take on traditional tea service is the perfect way to indulge in exquisite bites, tea pairings, and bubbles while enjoying sweeping city views. Whether gathering with friends, celebrating a special occasion, or simply looking for a refined weekend activity, Mirador’s Afternoon Tea offers an experience like no other in Dallas. Cost is $89 per guest. To make a reservation, call Mirador at 214-945-8200, or book online via Resy. 1608 Elm Street, Dallas, Texas, 75201
💚💛💜 It’s Mardi Gras time, y’all! For the past two years, Evan Meagher, a Louisiana native, has been passionate about sharing the authentic flavors of his home state with Dallas. Evan’s Meat Market’s ready-made menu offers a range of classic Cajun favorites like Gumbo, Jambalaya, and Boudin, catering to both Louisiana natives yearning for a taste of home and those eager to explore the bold and exciting world of Cajun cuisine. No Mardi Gras celebration is complete without King Cake! Available in plain or cinnamon, each cake serves 20 and is priced at $45. Pre-orders are available now through February 19 for pickup from February 24 to March 3; early pre-orders are highly encouraged, as quantities are limited.
TRENDING TOPICS
🏀 Luka. His trade from the Dallas Mavericks to the LA Lakers is all anyone is talking about this week. And GM, Nico Harrison? Oh, he got some ‘splanin to do. Fans did NOT take kindly to the news that the face of the Mavericks franchise had been traded and even held a mock funeral (complete with a coffin) at the feet of Dirk Nowitzki’s statue in AAC Plaza.
🌹 Hey Bachelor Nation! The Bachelor is back, and Over Under at The Village Dallas is the place to watch every jaw-dropping moment with fellow fans. Every Monday night from 7 PM to 9 PM, Over Under at The Village Dallas will serve up the drama, the romance, and, of course, the martinis. Guests are invited to sip on their favorite cocktails, snap a selfie in front of themed photo ops, and cheer on their top pick for the final rose. 5605 Village Glen Dr, Dallas, TX 75206
RETAIL
🐶 Yardstick
Boutique dog hospitality brand out of Nashville just opened its first Texas location in the Design District at 2222 Irving Blvd., where it's offering boarding, daycare, and grooming services, plus smaller spaces and personalized attention for sensitive pups. Their suites emphasize comfort and pay particular attention to sound reduction.
Other amenities include a sofa lounge, padded floors, tufted play yards, and room service with dog treats. A single visit starts at $40, a day of boarding starts at $85 for one dog.
(Shared via CultureMap)
Join fashion experts Brandy Morgan and Samantha Stewart (Style of Sam) at Clotheshorse Anonymous on Tuesday, February 11 from 6-8pm as they share insights on the latest fashion trends and discuss the importance of sustainable fashion. The event will feature personalized styling tips and curated outfit recommendations just for you. Bring your friends along for this exclusive experience where fashion meets purpose! 11661 Preston Rd Suite 236, Dallas, TX 75230
EVENTS & EXHIBITS
FEBRUARY 1-23: DALLAS MUSEUM OF ART
🎨 The Dallas Museum of Art has announced that there are only a few weeks remain for guests to experience the artworks of two trailblazing female artists before they bid farewell to the special exhibitions.
Frida: Beyond the Myth is composed of 60 works across media—paintings, drawings, prints and photographs—Frida: Beyond the Myth explores the life of one of the 20th century’s most well-documented artists, who continues to elude our understanding of her as an individual. This special exhibition will close February 23.
Cecily Brown: Themes and Variations is the first exhibition to fully explore the pioneering British American artist's work through the lens of its groundbreaking reconfiguration of cultural politics. This major mid-career retrospective brings together nearly 30 large-scale paintings and drawings from across almost 30 years of Brown’s career, including two new works on paper that will be shared with the public for the first time. The exhibition offers a closer look at Brown’s practice, examining the way her work challenges art history’s traditional values and presents women as complex and fully realized authors and subjects. This special exhibition will close February 9.
FEBRUARY 14: TITANIC: THE EXHIBITION
🚢 The largest and most immersive touring Titanic experience, Titanic: The Exhibition is a narrative journey that brings to light the fates of the passengers and crew aboard the sinking ship with stories, artifacts, and ship re-creations. This exhibit opens Feb. 14 and will rrun “for a limited time”. Pepper Square, 14902 Preston Road Dallas, TX 75254 in Addison, TX. Tickets are on sale now at www.thetitanicexhibition.com
FEBRUARY 24: SYMPHONY OF CHEFS
👨🏻🍳 If you love a chef-driven concept, then this event is for you! Join KidLinks on Mon, Feb. 24 at Astoria for Symphony of Chefs. Guests will savor a chef-prepared interactive four-course dinner prepared tableside, delight in wine pairings from some of the world’s best vineyards and have opportunities to win unforgettable prizes through both silent auction and live auctions. This year’s event will be led by honorary chef chairs Janice Provost, Proprietor, Parigi and Dan Landsberg, Executive Chef, The Texas Barn at Circle T Ranch. Sarah Blaskovich, food writer for the Dallas Morning News, will serve as this year’s emcee. Funds raised from this event support KidLinks' mission to provide healing, hope, and happiness to children with special challenges through music therapy programs, therapeutic music entertainment, and online music media.