Road Trip, Fork First

Keith Lee has high praise for his brother Kevin’s new Dallas eatery, and a popular local Chinese restaurant is on the move. Plus, the Eat Drink D-FW team shares a Thanksgiving tip and settles the question: Are martinis dead? Find more at dallasnews.com/food.

What food scares you most? Eat Drink D-FW asked, and your answers were terrifying! Restaurateur and "Flavorphiles" podcast host Tanner Agar joins the show with spooky takes of his own, while food writer Zacharia Washington shares where to find some of Oprah’s favorite cookies. Sarah Blaskovich takes a break from costume changes to reveal a hidden wine bar. For the full Halloween experience, watch this one on The Dallas Morning News YouTube!

Our food team settles a spirited debate over the best queso, checks in on John Tesar’s latest venture and gets Imelda García’s take on the closure of a beloved Oak Cliff restaurant.

Is fine dining getting too expensive? The Dallas Morning News food team shares tips for enjoying Michelin-starred meals on a budget and a first look at a stylish new steakhouse — complete with an indoor pool? Plus, a favorite burger spot has closed, but we have plenty of delicious alternatives.

The Michelin Guide is handing out stars in Texas this week, and The Dallas Morning News food team has thoughts. Plus, our picks for North Texas fall festivals and a tribute to local food legends we’ve recently lost. Catch up on all things food at dallasnews.com/food.

The Dallas Morning News food team heads to the State Fair of Texas to try the foods you were most curious about. They found a few big hits, some surprises and a couple of misses — so you can skip the duds. Along the way, they share tips for getting the most out of your food coupons. Give this episode a listen before you head to the Fair.

Big changes are underway for The Dallas Morning News food team: a brand-new studio and a new restaurant critic, Sarah Blaskovich. Eat Drink D-FW is back with the latest food news, from heartbreaking restaurant closures and budget-friendly dining to an app that helps you find the best bites at Cowboys games. You can also watch the new video version of Eat Drink D-FW on the Dallas News YouTube channel. Subscribe there to catch future episodes.

We're still on summer break here at Eat Drink D-FW while we finish building out our new studio, but we'll be back soon with fresh episodes. In the meantime, send us your ideas, tips, and suggestions for future episodes at [email protected]. We'd love to hear what you want us to cover.

The restaurant carousel keeps spinning — we say goodbye to Sevy's and Mija BBQ while welcoming La Lupita and Walkers' to the D-FW scene. Then the World Cup takes over: international visitors have been flooding our social feeds, and for some reason, Buc-ee's has become a must-stop pilgrimage for soccer fans from across the globe. And Sarah can't stop thinking about Freddy — the viral German superfan who's stolen hearts (and algorithms) everywhere he goes. Is he a genuine one-of-a-kind character, or the most brilliant marketing stunt the sport has ever seen?

Summer is here, and the Eat Drink D-FW crew is feeling the urge to roam. This week, the team shares their favorite food cities to visit — and trust us, a few of these picks will catch you off guard. From hidden regional gems to the usual suspects with a twist, we're breaking down what makes a city worth the trip when great food is the whole point. Whether you're planning a summer getaway or just daydreaming at your desk, this one's packed with inspiration.