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Proof + Pantry executive chef Julio Peraza introduces new menu

Proof + Pantry's acclaimed executive chef Julio Peraza introduces us to a brand new menu full of bright flavors and impeccably-sourced ingredients. With a larger selection of dishes that adds more variety of American fare, guests can enjoy new featured items like the Soft Egg complete with cheddar polenta, and brown beech mushroom. Or try some meatier options such as the Kobe Beef Tongue Ravioli with romesco, duxelles and braising greens and the Short Rib Bourguignon with pearl onions, Thumbelina carrots, linguine and beech mushrooms. 

Proof + Pantry's signature dishes we've all grown to love including the Half Chicken with polenta, sunburst squash and leek rings will continue to be a menu staple.  Peraza added a “Sides” category, for those desiring a little something extra. 

Ideal for evening libations with friends, business dinners, special celebrations and casual evenings alike, Proof + Pantry provides the perfect setting for every occasion. While remaining at the forefront of culinary innovation, Proof + Pantry continues its tradition of flawless execution met with the highest level of hospitality. We'll see you soon!

 

 


Renee Rouleau New Skin Serum for Radiant Skin


Ready for the weekend? We can't wait to try Renee Rouleau's new Bio Radiance Night Serum which "firms the skin from within."  This new luxurious and hydrating serum stimulates the skin's natural renewal process to encourage brighter and firmer looking skin!  The best part?  It goes on silky and leaves the skin feeling moist and plum (never oily).

Red Rice Culture Extract offers antioxidant protection and restores firmness at a cellular level to aged cells.  The Bio Radiance Night Serum gives your skin a boost of radiance and glow when used underneath your nighttime moisturizer.  It's formulated for normal, dehydrated, dry, aging, and sensitive skin.

With this introductory offer, receive 15% off until October 23, 2012 with the promotion code 'SERUM' - find out more on Renee Rouleau's website here.

Chef Teiichi Sakurai at Tei-An: The Best in DFW - Chefs 2012



We were so excited to see chef Teiichi Sakurai at Tei-An in "The Best in DFW: Chefs 2012 - these toques are tops" in the Dallas Morning News by Leslie Brenner. Brenner wrote, "The incomparable chef-owner of Dallas' 5-star Japanese dining room excels at two things: elevating traditional dishes to their loftiest possible expression, and creating, within that idiom, something entirely new."

Read the full article here.

photograph: Kye R. Lee/Staff Photographer

The Greek - Coming Soon to One Arts Plaza


The Greek Pita, Meze, Wine will open its doors at One Arts Plaza on October 15th!  The new restaurant concept from Mary and Costa Arabatzis, owner of Ziziki's and Ziziki's Taverna, will feature fresh, flavorful dishes, all with the same delicious ingredients that have been popular at Ziziki's for nearly 20 years. Richard Silva will join the team as Director of Culinary Operations. 

“As the menu evolved and expanded from a focus on solely mezes (small plates) to pitas, mezes and big platters, we found the name Meze was too limiting and confused the public who did notimmediately recognize that meze was Greek,” said Mary Arabatzis, co-owner.  “Thus, THE GREEK – Pita, Meze, Wine is a perfect description.  We cannot wait to open our doors and let everyone enjoy the fruits of our labor!”

Jason Kosmas, a renowned mixologist and a Greek American, will collaborate on the bar cocktail menu utilizing unique ingredients and paired to perfection with the new menu items.

Look for new menu items including the Greek Dip (a roasted leg of lamb, horseradish smear and lamb jus on a crispy baguette), the Crispy Pork Pita (marinated pork and Greek spices smothered with Greek slaw) and the Grilled Steak and Fried Egg Pita (thinlysliced grilled steak and balsamic onions topped with an over-easy egg).

HOURS: The Greek will be open Sunday – Thursday from 11am-10pm, Friday and Saturday, 11am-12 midnight.  For reservations, please call (214) 999-1311.

Valet parking is complimentary at lunch and $5 at dinner with validation.

Fall Block Party 2012 - next weekend!


One Arts Plaza will host its third annual Fall Block Party on Sunday, October 14 from 12-4 pm as part of the Dallas Arts District’s Art in October Celebration. The Plaza will be closed off for pedestrian-only traffic where guests can enjoy food demonstrations from foodie favorites Tei-An, Fedora and Jorge’s along with newcomers The Greek and Café Des Artistes. Don’t miss the infamous Cocktail Competition at 1 pm with local celebrity judges CultureMap Dallas editor Jennifer Chinnis, Dallas’ Most Eligible cast member and Paws In The City activist Tara Harper, Mike Hiller, editor of the popular food, wine and restaurant site EscapeHatchDallas, America’s Sassiest Lifestyle Guru Steve Kemble and social media strategist, southern belle and blogger Cynthia Smoot.

Seventeen local food and gift vendors, such as The Feather Junkie, Kruffles Dallas, Noble Coyote Coffee Roasters, Pop Star Popsicles and Three Dog Barkery, will set up shop around the plaza for adults, kids and dogs alike. The Southland Swing Band will provide a jazzy soundtrack all afternoon. Special thanks to floral sponsor, Gro Designs.
Paws In The City, DFW Rescue Me and Greyhound Adoption League of Texas will also be on hand featuring pet adoptions and information. Be sure to bring your four legged friends for a Halloween Costume Contest at 3 pm!

Host, model, actress and Dallas local LeeAnne Locken will serve as emcee for this fun-filled fall celebration.

Admission is free and open to the public.

Art In Motion This Saturday

Get your wheels ready! Don't miss Art in Motion this Saturday in The Dallas Arts District as part of Art in October and presented by the Dallas Observer. Bring a bike, wagon, or any artistically decorated human-power vehicle to Art in Motion. The best-decorated entries will win amazing prizes. Extra points will be given for the use of light on your bike. At the end of the ride there will be food, drinks, and live music featuring ISHI at One Arts Plaza.

Saturday, October 6th from 7pm-10pm
7pm – Registration, check-in and bike decorating for Art in Motion
7:30pm – Contest judging
7:30pm-8pm – Ride from DMA to One Arts Plaza
8pm-10pm – After party at One Arts Plaza with ISHI
 For more information, visit the website here.