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The Amazing GRACE!

Trey Chapman Chow
A restaurant with tables and chairs in front of a wine cellar.


A man pouring champagne into wine glasses.
Owner “Adam Jones”

Good Day,
Some years back- I can’t even remember how long ago now, I met this Chef and his name was Blaine Staniford. I enjoyed meeting Blaine and loved discussing food together. Blaine always likes to discuss his food and dishes with a passion. Time has evolved since then and so has GRACE, www.facebook.com/Grace-50687573514/Fort Worth.

A man in white jacket standing next to a counter.
Chef “Blaine Staniford”

The owner, Dain “Adam†Jones, focuses on providing the best dining experience possible, and Chef Blaine Stanford focuses on creating creative, colorful and delicious dishes. Chef Blaine works hard at his seasonal dish creations, and his flavor profiles are always on point. He changes his menu 4 to 6 times a year to keep up with the seasons, or just whenever he feels like adding something new.

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Brunch Perfection At Souk !

Trey Chapman Chow
A wooden platter with different types of food.


A room with curtains and lights hanging from the ceiling.
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.

A woman in a purple and blue costume is dancing
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.

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Getting Lazy On Magnolia!

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Two dogs on top of a building with lights.


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 A glass of wine is on the table in front of a fireplace.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!”

A room with leather furniture and a large window.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.A plate of food with some kind of sauce on it 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!

Trey Chapman Chow
A plate of food with some meat on it


Good Day Chow Down Fans,

A building with a tree in front of itToday 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.A plate of food on top of a table.

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.

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2nd Annual Celebrity Chef Chili Cook Off!

Trey Chapman Events
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A man in a cowboy hat is being interviewed by an older gentleman.
A large pot of stew is being cooked.
Two men standing under a tent talking to each other.
A man in black shirt cooking food on grill.
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A man and woman holding a child under an umbrella.
A man and a woman holding a trophy.
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A young boy in the mud playing with his dog.
A woman and her daughter at an outdoor market.
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A logo for celebrity chef chili 's book-off.
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A group of people standing around an outdoor tent.
A group of people standing around a tent.
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Two men standing next to each other under a tent.
Two men standing next to each other under a tent.
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A man and two women wearing hats posing for the camera.
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A group of people standing next to each other.

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!

Trey Chapman Chow
A pizza sitting on top of a table next to a drink.


A pizza sitting on top of a table next to a drink.
“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.

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Sugarfina Candy Land Opulence!

Trey Chapman Chow
A group of people standing in front of a store.


Hello Candy Lovers,

A shelf filled with many different jars of candies.
Candy, Candy, Candy!

A display of blue containers on shelves in a store.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.

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Heavenly Play Ground Off 7th!

Trey Chapman Drinks
A restaurant with tables and chairs outside of it


Good Day Everyone,
A group of people sitting at tables in an indoor restaurant.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.”

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Let’s Go To Arpeggio!

Chalynn B Chow
A plate of food with meat, rice and vegetables.


Hello Foodie Fans,

A table filled with different types of food.
Arpeggio Grill.

A good friend invited me out to lunch for Mediterranean cuisine by his job one afternoon, but considering the twenty minute or so drive out there, I wasn’t exactly sold. That is until he started to describe the place to me. He talked of low stained glass hanging lights, the mural painted walls and even the option to sit on the floor with cushions and enjoy your meal, it was called Arpeggio Grill.

He then dropped the bomb, they had a $7.99 lunch special.

Obviously, I met him up there and was happy to rediscover the location to one of my favorite hookah lounges was right next door. The inside was definitely warm and cozy. The upbeat, casual greetings of the staff member behind the line of food instantly put a smile on my face. He happily answered any and all of my questions I had about the food and I confidently filled my plate with items I could barely pronounce.

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