Food + Drink

Since opening nearly a year ago, Julia Pearl has proved time and again that it knows how to have a good time. And the party continues, as Plano’s favorite southern restaurant is hosting a Beer, Bacon and Bourbon Festival on Friday, November 11.

Looking for a great way to celebrate North Texas Beer Week? It’s an awesome way to try new local beers and support your favorites. Here are just a couple of the local eateries and entertainment venues celebrating North Texas Beer Week in style.

CityLine announced today that Fernando’s Mexican Cuisine has opened at the 186-acre mixed-use project in Richardson, Texas. Fernando’s offers upscale Tex-Mex dining with the continental influence of Mexico City.

In recognition of Veteran’s Day, all restaurants owned and operated by Consolidated Restaurant Operations will offer a complimentary meal to all veterans and active duty military personnel on Friday, November 11.

Balsamic-Roasted Carrots & Parsnips are a healthy vegetable, lighter than a casserole and guaranteed to please. Ingredients 1 (4-oz.) pkg.

When preparing Sweet Potato & Apple Casserole, make more than you need because this is delicious reheated the next day. This is a delectable twist on sweet potato casserole–no marshmallows! Ingredients 2 lbs. sweet potatoes, peeled 1 lb.

Puppies and beer… Talk about a match made in heaven! Whiskey Cake Kitchen & Bar is partnering with Operation Kindness to host an on-site adoption event on Sunday, Nov. 6, from 2-5 p.m.

Super Chix is super into chicken. A new hot spot for lunch and dinner, Super Chix Richardson recently opened in CityLine to tremendous hype and popularity.

It’s almost time for Kate Weiser Chocolate’s delicious pop up shop at Shops at Legacy. Serving decadent, signature chocolate marvels, Kate Weiser opens on Thanksgiving this year, just in time for holiday shopping.

Downtown Plano is getting a cozy new addition: XO Coffee Company, LLC. It’s been in the works for a while now and we’re dying to try it out! They call themselves “home away from home,” and are all about four things: Coffee, tea, food and friends.