Brunch Perfection At Souk !

Moroccan Theme.

They roughly describe Souk at Trinity Groves as Moroccan street eats in a warm, festive space with outdoor seating and a hookah lounge with belly dancing. I would just say, “Souk is Modern Moroccan Perfection.”

I was introduced to Souk, through the new Trinity Groves development in Dallas a few weeks ago. I looked up their menu and saw they offered brunch. Oh man, I thought, that’s my favorite thing to do! I search high and low for great brunching spots all year long, so I was extremely excited to try Souk’s.

Belly Dancing!

When I arrived and first walked in the front door of Souk I heard a, “Can I help you sir?” from a soft voice. I love it when a restaurant staff is trained to speak to you right when you enter the restaurant. It’s a little thing I like to call “outstanding customer service.” Acknowledging you’re there makes you feel comfortable and starts the dining experience off with warm fuzzes. It’s always noticed and appreciated. I looked around and noticed all the fantastic decorations and beautiful Moroccan theme. I felt very comfortable and fell in love with the coziness and warmth of the restaurant right away. I loved it all even the extra mile that went into even the most minuscule of details.

Getting Lazy On Magnolia!

Good Day,
When I was a teenager, you didn’t want to be anywhere near Magnolia Ave. in Fort Worth. Magnolia Ave. was full of all kinds of surprises. Surprises you wanted no part of, for any reason. But that was then, and this is now! Magnolia Ave. is one of the hottest places to be in the Fort Worth-Dallas area these days. It has changed so much with all the new construction, remodeling, and updates that it’s only getting better by the day. Magnolia is full of restaurants, bars, art galleries, shops, retail spaces, and they’re building two new hotels called, “Boutique Hotels.” It’s just a fantastic place to dine, drink, socialize, shop, and get your art fix on
A friend of mine called me a month ago and said, “Trey, have you been to the ‘Lazy Moose’ on Magnolia Ave.? You would love it!”

To which I replied, “‘Can’t say I have!” After I had received that phone call, I started thinking, “‘Lazy Moose,’ that’s a cool name.” I kept picturing a moose, just strolling down Magnolia taking his time- slow and steady! I couldn’t take it; I immediately headed for the Lazy Moose. When I opened the door and heard, “Hello, come on in!” I knew I was going to like it. If you follow me at all, you know I love it when folks make an effort to acknowledge you after entering, it lets you know they care.

I started looking around, and I saw a big fireplace, some leather couches, and chairs. I saw beautiful tables, comfortable bar stools, and noticed animal mounts hanging on the walls. I took in the dark, rich colors around me and the bar area. They have the furniture set up in the shape of a small living room so you can socialize and well, get lazy at the Lazy Moose. Once you sit in the comfortable chairs or those fluffy couches, you won’t wanna get up.
The staff is super friendly, helpful, and enjoyable to be around. The Lazy Moose offers craft cocktails, beer, wine and all kinds of reasons for you to relax and unwind. One of the many great things about this establishment is the incredible chef-driven menu featuring some tasty, creative cuisine. I’ve tried just about everything on the menu, and I’ve thoroughly enjoyed all the deliciousness they offer in each and every dish. I love the “polenta fries,” “moose wings,” and “sweet potato fries!”
I see newless, places open every day in the Fort Worth-Dallas area, but the Lazy Moose is definitely a great treasure. You can stop in for a glass of wine or a snack and unwind for a bit. You can meet friends and socialize all night, or you can even stop by solo, get cozy, have a cold one, and feel right at home. Whichever you choose, I would get to the Lazy Moose ASAP to get L-A-Z-Y. I’ve been back five times now and can promise you; you will fall in love with the moose- I sure did! Be sure and tell Jason and the team hello!

Love Y’all and God B

Trey (Chow Down) Chapman

Lazy Moose is located at 1404 W Magnolia Ave. Fort Worth Texas

Chic Chinese Food And Drinks With Flare!

Good Day Chow Down Fans,

Today I want to discuss a little house with lots of old world charm, a great atmosphere, fantastic interior colors with plenty of great Chinese dishes to choose. This beautiful chic paradise goes by the name of Cannon Chinese Kitchen.

Cannon Chinese Kitchen was built and designed in an old home on the South Side close to Magnolia Ave. on Cannon Street. It has an excellent old school paint job and is filled with colorful wallpaper, chairs, and decor. The owners left all the rooms intact, so when you’re inside the restaurant, it feels like you’re in a home of sorts.

2nd Annual Celebrity Chef Chili Cook Off!

At noon on Sunday, March 5, in the Near Southside, 20 of Fort Worth’s most well known chefs competed in the only cooking competition that matters to real Texans: a chili cook-off. Fort Worth Weekly’s 2nd Annual Celebrity Chef Chili Cook-Off will feature a who’s who of local kitchen maestros preparing the unofficial state snack. A $5 donation from every ticket sold will benefit Cook Children’s. Trey Chapman with Trey’s Chow Down hosted and filmed the event it was an awesome time!

Blythe Bridges – Chef Blythe’s Southern Bistro
Jon Bonnell – Bonnell’s Fine Texas Cuisine, Waters Restaurant, Buffalo Bros.
Terry Chandler – Fred’s Texas Cafe
Scott Curtis – Bird Cafe
Keith Buttons Hicks – Buttons Restaurant
David Hollister – Gas Monkey Dallas
Ben Merritt– Fixture FW
Stefon Rishel – TEXAS BLEU
Juan Rodriguez – Magdalena’s
Jordan Rogers – Reservoir-Bar, Patio & Kitchen,
The Whiskey Garden
Billy Woodrich – Billy’s Oak Acres BBQ
Aaron Austin – Vintage Grill and Car Museum
Hillary Biediger – Juice Junkies (Vegan Chili)
Kenny Mills – Chop house burgers
Zach Martinez – Del Frisco’s Double Eagle Steak House
Kyle Nelson – Central Market
John Sanford – BBQ on the Brazos at The Texaco Plaza

 

Blaze Is A Blazing!

“Meat Eater” from Blaze

Good Day,
I always say, if someone doesn’t like pizza or bacon then keep one eye on them all the time, because they have got to be a bit SHIFTY!
I was told about “Blaze Pizza” some time back, but being in the restaurant business all my life it is unfair to do a review when a place first opens. You need a couple of visits, and you need to socialize with some people at the restaurant to get a better feeling for a place.

Sugarfina Candy Land Opulence!

Hello Candy Lovers,

Candy, Candy, Candy!

Last week I heard a new candy store called Sugarfina opened at NorthPark Center in Dallas. I immediately stopped what I was doing, and Google’d “Sugarfina.” If you know anything at all about me, I’m a complete candy and sweets junkie. I grew up on Haribo Gummy products and even toured the Haribo Gummy factory in Germany when I was a boy.
When I heard the word “Sugarfina,” my senses went into overdrive, and I had thoughts of dancing gummies, chocolate bars, and pecan clusters just laid out waiting to be picked and eaten. But, when I looked it up, it said Sugarfina; A Candy Boutique? So in my Texan brain, I thought “Oh, a Candy Boutique? Are they selling candy dresses, shoes, purses, and candy jewelry?” Whatever it was I had to get to the opening and check this out.

Heavenly Play Ground Off 7th!

Good Day Everyone,
About six months ago or so I was walking around the 7th street area, as I do very often. I saw these guys working like Trojans on this place. I thought, “My, what have we here? A new place to play?” Time passed, and I went by one night and saw these bright lights that said “2909.” It was looking inviting and cozy! I went by again, and I saw colors and heard music, then I noticed it was a new bar. Oh, yea baby! My heart started racing, a new place to hang off 7th called, “Bar 2909.”

Hopdoddy Hops To 7th Street!

Good Day Chow Hounds,

The West 7th area is growing at warp speed! New retail and restaurants are spreading faster than rabbits running from coyotes!

The Fort Worth dining scene is quickly becoming one of the biggest and best in the good ole USA! Last month, we found out that we are going to be having a new burger joint HOP into town that goes by the name Hopdoddy in the new LeftBank Development off 7th Street!