I’m sad to report I didn’t do any cooking this weekend. I heated up leftovers on Friday night, but I don’t think that really counts.
But, I did have some great meals in Dallas. Nothing too extravagant, just some solid, go-to meals that created a successful weekend of eating.
I love this little taco joint inside the Green Spot Market at Buckner & Northcliff, but lately I’ve been disappointed by the selection of breakfast tacos. Luckily, their wide array of inventive, custom breakfast tacos are back! I feasted on the Paris, TX – hanger steak, spinach, egg, potato and cheese AND the honey bear – honey bacon, goat cheese, spinach and egg. Seriously, delicious. There’s nothing more rewarding after a long, hot early run at White Rock than indulging in these out-of-this-world tacos and a gigantic gatorade.
Paris, TX Taco
Honey Bear Taco
Cafe Modern (at The Modern in Fort Worth)
I actually ventured outside of Dallas to make a field trip to The Modern for lunch in Fort Worth. Legendary Mexican chef Diana Kennedy (who is actually British) was there to sign books, and Cafe Modern served up a three course lunch of classic Kennedy selections. It was fun little adventure, and The Modern is a spectacular space. I can’t wait to return for another day of exploration.
Urban Taco Grand Opening in Uptown
I’m not going to lie – I mostly feasted on Tecate Light at this new taco place in Uptown. But I did a get a chance to try a few ceviches, and they were delightful. I’m already a fan of the Mockingbird outpost of Urban Taco, so I’m looking forward to the new space in uptown.
This isn’t a place I would visit at nighttime by myself, but I had a decent lunch by myself there on Sunday. I was actually the only person in this small cash-only restaurant on Sunday afternoon at 2pm. Apparently hole-in-the-wall Thai food isn’t a big draw in the middle of the day on Sunday. But it was perfect for me. Quiet and fast.
I have a real soft spot in my heart for flat noodles, and the flat noodles at Thai Noodle & Rice are killer. They’re served with a light oyster sauce, greens, eggs and shrimp. It sounds bizarre, but it’s beyond tasty. Warning: this place is crazy cheap and addictive. Visit with caution.
After eating tacos and Thai food all weekend, I thought it would be best to detox over lunch at Southpaws. Southpaws is a small, organic, breakfast & lunch cafe in Preston Center (conveniently located across from DSW and Marshalls). They have some really incredible sandwiches & salads that make you forget you’re actually eating healthy. My favorite sandwich is the Dr. Luke – roast beef, feta, spinach, tabouleh, mex mix, jalapenos and hummus on a toasted whole wheat pita. Yum.
