Eat Drink D-FW

Eat Drink D-FW

Eat Drink D-FW from The Dallas Morning News is a lively conversation about North Texas’ food and restaurant scene. Each week, our food journalists dish, debate and analyze local restaurant news, food and drink trends, tips for cooking and shopping, and other obsessions (Buc-ee's, anyone?). You’ll also hear from chefs, farmers and foodies like yourself as we explore the people who make D-FW one of the most vibrant, diverse and ambitious food scenes in the country. Talk back: We want to hear from you. Fill out this form or email us at eatdrink@dallasnews.com (mailto:eatdrink@dallasnews.com) with your questions, comments and what you love (or don’t) about the North Texas food scene. Eat Drink D-FW from The Dallas Morning News is made possible by Central Market. All editorial decisions are made by The News.

Episodes

October 24, 2025 23 mins
Before El Califa de Leon abruptly exited its Dallas area pop-up, The Dallas Morning News food team used the backdrop of Michelin-starred tacos to discuss what they expected to see ahead of the Texas Michelin Guide announcement on Oct. 28, 2025. Dallas chef Dean Fearing also dropped by to discuss why he missed the 2024 Michelin awards ceremony, how he helped create the iconic Mansion on Turtle Creek tortilla soup recipe and more. Le...
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Move over, PSL - the Dallas Morning News food team is ready to usher in a new era of fall flavors. And don't worry: the team isn't short on suggestions. Also, get the latest news on openings across North Texas, including details on a pop-up for the world's only Michelin-starred taqueria, a new restaurant serving Chinese food through a Puerto Rican lens and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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October 10, 2025 27 mins
A Dallas-Fort Worth barbecue joint is getting the Hollywood treatment in the new season of “Landman.” There are changes afoot for the Texas Michelin awards. It’s time to say goodbye to a Chili’s classic. That’s all coming up on this episode of Eat Drink D-FW. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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October 3, 2025 27 mins
What new foods are worth the coupons at the Texas state fair? The Dallas Morning News food team has some thoughts. The team was joined by chefs Tiffany Derry and Dino Santonicola this year, and they tried everything (so you don't have to). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Puppies and pizza are among some of the newest offerings at restaurants and cafes in North Texas. But even as the area welcomes more eateries, a handful of closures have been announced too. Plus, in honor of the start of the State Fair of Texas, the Dallas Morning News food team walks through the Big Tex Choice Awards-winning foods they're excited to try. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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September 19, 2025 19 mins
Another tasting menu restaurant is slated for Dallas-Fort Worth, and it comes with a unique spin. The Dallas Morning News food team also discusses their favorite happy hours across North Texas right now. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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September 12, 2025 25 mins
Lab-grown meat is now banned in Texas. So what's the deal and why? The Dallas Morning News food team discusses that intersection of dining and politics, along with recent restaurant openings and moves. They also talk about the new "straight to jail" social media trend in which folks share their absolute must-orders at iconic restaurants in Dallas-Fort Worth. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Actress and coffee entrepreneur Sofia Vergara shares some of her favorite Texas things with the Dallas Morning News food team. And burgers, burgers and more burgers seem to be popping up across North Texas, and the team gets into some of the biggest news between two buns. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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August 29, 2025 21 mins
Chefs in North Texas and the Dallas Morning News food team have some thoughts on what it looks like to dine out in 2025. Get your fill of restaurant etiquette hot takes, with a side of dining-out horror stories, on this episode of Eat Drink D-FW. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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August 22, 2025 23 mins
Dallas-Fort Worth chefs share some of their guiltiest of guilty pleasure foods, and the Dallas Morning News food team takes you on a journey around the world. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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August 15, 2025 12 mins
The Dallas Morning News food team discusses an A.I. tool developed at SMU that deciphers wine reviews and discovers some of the most overlooked wine regions in the U.S. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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August 8, 2025 22 mins
The Dallas Morning News food team is back after a one-month summer hiatus with their ultimate tips for making lunches easy and delicious, whether that's for back-to-school or back-to-office. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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June 26, 2025 17 mins
Two dinner ideas packed with protein, an easy pasta with a fresh twist for summer and a refreshing update to a classic ranch water cocktail are all ahead as the Dallas Morning News food team wraps up its easy summer recipe series. As a note, Eat Drink D-FW is taking a short break for the month of July and will return in August. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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June 19, 2025 18 mins
This episode is all about summer weeknight dinners and other flavors to get you through hot months in Dallas-Fort Worth. Here's what to look forward to: Authentic chilaquiles. A smash burger with flare. An amped-up take on steak from Chef André Natera. Sheet pan shrimp boil. And more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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This episode is all about salad: chicken salad, kale salad, tuna salad and pasta salad - plus a side of Sancerre. The Dallas Morning News food team, along with help from listeners, friends and family, is doing what it can to help you stay cool (and keep cooking) this summer. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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June 5, 2025 18 mins
It's hot, but the Dallas Morning News food team can help with a list of easy summer recipes. Listeners, friends, family and colleagues have shared what they're eating and drinking as summer sets in. Get ready for summer inspiration - that shouldn't heat up your kitchen too much. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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May 29, 2025 16 mins
Need tips as grilling season sets in? We've got you covered with advice from a local chef. Think of it as grilling 101. The Dallas Morning News food team also discusses classic burger spots in Dallas-Fort Worth. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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May 22, 2025 24 mins
Does it feel like wine is getting more expensive? You're not wrong. The Dallas Morning News food team discusses reality of wine prices. The team also sampled 2025's "drink of summer": jalapeño sauvignon blanc (otherwise known as the spicy sauvy b). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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May 15, 2025 17 mins
You heard it here first. There's a new place to play croquet in North Texas that has some serious food and beverage clout backing it up. The Tango Frogs are also back on Dallas' Greenville Avenue, and we have some fresh ideas for easy appetizers to bring to any function (but namely graduation parties at the moment). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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What should you know about the new Gas Monkey Icehouse in North Texas? Well, other than details about the menu, owner Richard Rawlings is expected to film episodes for his YouTube show at the new spot. Plus, get details on an upcoming mezcal and tequila expo and a new restaurant going into Denton Square. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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