Italian

What do you call a fake noodle? ¦ An impasta!

No fake noodles at these great Dallas restaurants. Only rich sauce, exquisite wine, and sweet gelato… Check them out for yourself!

 

Tagliata alla bolognese with veal, beef, and a creamy tomato sauce. One of my faves. -R #Italian

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Not the best lighting for food photography, but oh man does Kenny’s Italian have some good noms. We had Ziti and “Midnight” meatballs.

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Asparagus Risotto with Shrimp 🍤. We’ll be sharing our cooking/recipes along with restaurant reviews this year. #dallasfoodnerd #DFNkitchen #igfood

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Headed to #Friendsgiving! Tonight’s dinner is Italian themed. We were thinking this will help us all not be tired of turkey. This is #Thanksgiving week festivity 1 of 4. What’s on your menu this week? 📷 & 🍽: @roryellis // #ratatouille recipe from @smittenkitchen

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Checking out the new menu items at @piadaitalianstreetfood like this Pesto Pomodoro Meatball Pasta! (100% grass-fed meatball, pomodoro sauce, fresh basil pesto drizzle, freshly grated parmesan) photo by: @nelli16tx #mypiada #piada #dallasblogger #dallasfoodblogger #streetfood #italianfood #friscotx #meatballs #healthy #dfweats #dallasfoodnerd

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Eat all the carbs 🍕that Stromboli was a “small” order #dallasfoodnerd #carrollton

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#cheeseboard at @stansfrisco

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Did you know today is #nationalmeatballday? Kennys Italian Kitchen in Addison, restaurateur Kenny Bowers is offering his famous Midnight Meatballs for $1 each from until 10pm tonight! If you can’t make it tonight, we have a giftcard to to giveaway! Head over the the blog and read @chrisro125’s full post about Kenny’s Italian and then comment here to enter. Let us know what you learned about Kenny’s in the post. *mediacomp (open to DFW residents only, non-contributors. Ends tonight at midnight) #dallasfood #instadfw

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Mmmm. . . #stromboli #lunch #irving #lascolinas

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Stopped by @kennysrestaurants (Kenny’s Italian Kitchen) for a meatball making event in preparation for National Meatball Day (March 9). Get $1 meatballs here that day from 3-10pm! Photo cred: @chrisro125 #meatballmadness #dallasfood #dallasfoodnerd @villonthepkwy

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Another successful #budgetbytes recipe. Second time making her 20 MINUTE CREAMY SPINACH ARTICHOKE PASTA. We added leftover chicken, carrots & broccoli this time. #supersunday #foodiechats #onepotpasta

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#indefinitecheeseboards meeting of the cheeseboard committee at @the_theodore_dallas tonight! First, and certainly not last, time here. @northparkcenter with @mommyswishlist @dallas_foodie @valmaniscalco @nancylynnscott

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two words: wine + carbs okay fine, a few more words – they have homemade pasta on the cheap

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Was excited to try @budgetbytes’ 20 minute creamy spinach artichoke pasta recipe. We went to the store. Decided to buy shrimp to add to it. As @Roryellis started making it tonight he says “uhh you didn’t get artichoke”. Well then. Creamy spinach shrimp is for dinner tonight. And we can try again later as suggested.

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According to #2015bestnine you people LOVE your cheese! 3 cheeseboards, 2 pizzas (@firesidepiesdfw & @canerossotx) burger (@twistedrootburger), the most unphotogenic Thai food dish, and some cake + champs at @breadwinners were the most liked #dallasfoodnerd photos of the year. Cheers to 2016! — DFN co-founder Elysa, @genpink here

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I’m gawking over this mouth-watering plate from @checkeredpastwinery ! Did you know they have a HUGE selection of Texas wines, too? – @gingermarieblog

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Hey y’all!! I’m Ginger and I’m taking over your feed today and tomorrow! I’m currently thinking about the Fiochetti Four Cheese and Pear Pasta I had last night at Mercy Wine Bar. The walnuts in the fiochetti were DANK! – @gingermarieblog

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Working in the @knoxhenderson area means some of the best lunch options in #Dallas! @villa_o_dallas is one of my favorites. Their “Presto Piatti” 4 course lunch special is only $13! Yum! – @stephaniedrenka #dallasfoodnerd

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Elysa here, for the last two years a group of gal pals have ventured around DFW trying various #cheeseboard. Tonight we stopped into @blindbutchertx for this loveliness. I wish I could tell you all of the cheese and meats we tried, but wine 🍷. Checkout our other cheeseboard adventures under -> #indefinitecheeseboards. With @dallas_foodie & @valmaniscalco tonight. Missing the rest of the gals.

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Need a place to take visitors during the holidays? We love the menu at @mercatbistro. This lovely photo was taken last December by DFN contributor @vickyd04. // sea scallops served with faro risotto, baby portabella mushrooms and emmental cheese

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Have the “omg this weather makes me feel terrible” crud? DFN contributor @chrysv has a quick recipe for ya. What’s your go-to feel better food? #Repost @chrysv ・・・ Simple hot noodle bowl + beef broth to scare the germs away #soupforthesoul #foodstagram #spicy #sriracha #takingcareofmyself

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hey look there’s a green thing on my plate. No but for real, brussels sprouts are much trendier than they used to be. Oh and if you’re single, I recommend only dating people who cook. Because being married to someone who likes cooking works out well for people who like food.

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For a while we were doing weekly cheeseboard adventures with several of our gal pals. You can find all of our thoughts on 25+ cheeseboards in Dallas under the hashtag #indefinitecheeseboards. Tonight, in celebration of Danielle @dallas_foodie being back in the States, we had a serious cheese + charcuterie board at #zizikis. I like that they switch out the “accessories” that come on the board – I loved the stuffed peppers. Anyway, who has your favorite #cheeseboard in DFW area?

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I wish I could say I was carbloading. But nope, I just like pasta. Dinnering at #kennysitaliankitchen

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We added a few new contributors this month! For her first post, @gingermarieblog visited @maggianoslittleitaly in @northparkcenter to try their Fall menu. The full post is #ontheblog . . . 📷🍴: Smoked Nueske Bacon Carbonara This fancy take on a classic dish includes fresh Chitarra pasta, peas, garlic cream sauce, and is topped with a poached egg! Dont let the egg sway you. It adds a creamy, flavorful touch to the dish. #dallasfoodnerd #dallasfoodblogger #northpark #carbonara

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Meatballs level legit

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Happy hour + cheeseboarding with @lkaye at @mothdallas #indefinitecheeseboards

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Fun fact: Villa O has half price appetizers 4-7:30pm weekdays. #happyhour

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DFN contributor, @chrysv, is talking about @spezzoitalian #ontheblog… because #pizza! One of the newest restaurants in the bustling area off Park & Preston is just what the #Plano foodies and families need. Spezzo provides fresh Italian food in a fast-casual bistro environment where you order at the counter, offering dishes made with locally sourced produce and mozzarella made in-house for fresh flavors all with minimal waiting.

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$5 apps make for the perfect compliment to #happyhour. Meatballs, Deviled Eggs, & Calamari make for the most random “meal”. @nickandsamsgrillpc

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September is Hunger Action Month. All September long, you can dine out for #NoKidHungry at nearly 8,000 participating restaurants. It’s easy, #dineout to do good for #TeamNKH at participating restaurants all month. Details: nokidhungry.org Some participating restaurants in DFW: @macaronigrill, @rasushi, @cornerbakery, @ihop, @dairyqueen. Check the hashtag and website for more.

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Nick & Sam’s Grill Park Cities is revitalizing their 5 for $5 at 5 happy hour! A few of our contributors tried out the fun menu items. The 5-5-5 #happyhour specials are every weekday from 5-7pm. Check out nsgrill.com for the $5 menu items. *mediacomp @nickandsamsgrillpc @vickyd04 @nelli916

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We are dinnering on Greenville Ave for @roryellis’ birthday! ¤ï¸🍷🎉

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Arancini (stuffed rice balls, coated with breadcrumbs and fried) #lexussupper

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Bruschetta at Kenny’s Italian in @villonthepkwy – elysa

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And for the main dish: Chicken Scaloppini with artichokes, mushrooms, capers, smoked bacon and angel hair pasta (from contributor Nelli) #mediacomp @kennysrestaurants

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Cocktails and appetizers to begin our dinner at @kennysrestaurants – Kenny’s Italian #addison #mediacomp #patio (from contributor Nelli)

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The #cheeseboard from last night at @clarkfoodandwineco on Greenville. Isn’t the honey pretty? *mediacomp

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Wine, cheese, & apps evening with the girls. First course was charcuterie & #cheeseboard. These are “6 packs” – Brisket Meatballs & Goat Cheese Stuffed Peppadew Peppers. Check out #indefinitecheeseboards for other photos. @clarkfoodandwineco *mediacomp

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spontaneous lunching for @tmonhollon’s birthday @cafeexpressllc at @shopsatlegacy

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Kale Tomato & Garlic Tortellini #Soup. Modified from a recipe on @cookingclassy’s blog. Certainly hit the spot on this lazy Sunday. #sundaysupper #dallasfoodnerd #dallaseats

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love it when places have menu items that support my indecisiveness. I mean, need for variety. Chicken Parm + Spaghetti w/ cream sauce + Lasagna. aka #chubbybunny

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real talk, this is the best bread in the city. Where is your fav?

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Quick dinner: shrimp, pasta, peas with feta / basil / red chili pepper / lemon 🍋 sauce. Modified from a recipe on @seriouseats #dallasfoodnerd

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We are celebrating my mom’s birthday at @mercatbistro. I ordered Scallops with the most amazing risotto. One of my table-mates said these were “the best scallops she’s ever tried”. The way they are prepared makes all the difference. And or course Rory ordered steak (photo to come later). – E

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house-made ricotta. I’ve died and gone to food nerd heaven. @mercatbistro

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Kenny’s Italian’s Tiramisu martini is calling my name. #martinimonday (📷 via @autumnreo) @villonthepkwy

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Is it un-American of me to admit that I’m not watching the SuperBowl? I’m sure there are some #dallasfoodnerd contributors who are watching from some exciting sports bar. Yay carbs! – elysa

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Low-lighting but excellent taste: Sausage & Peppers

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#Repost from @olivellaspizza — House Pasta, Chicken Alfredo, and Mango Ice-cream Pie! Theses are a few of my favorite things!!! New menu items at Olivella’s University Park, Lakewood, and Neo!

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Because carbs don’t count on Mondays. Shrimp & Andouille Mac & Cheese from @fishcitygrill!

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Post apocalyptic cheeseboard #indefinitecheeseboards @peoplesdallas // check @mommyswishlist & @valmaniscalco for full descriptions

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carbolicious dinner #burbs }

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Shrimp Risotto from Bistecca #firstcoursedfw

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#indefinitecheeseboards at @thestandardpour with the girls. If only I could remember what all the cheeses were. Double cream was my fav.

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#latergram: penne with pink sauce, shrimp, zucchini and red peppers.

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Buratta, Nectarine, Faro & Arugula 🍑

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Hey, serious question y’all. Who has your favorite #cheeseboard in Dallas? #Indefinitecheeseboards

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Shhhh, guys, don’t tell @mommyswishlist I’m having a #cheeseboard without her.

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Kenny’s has $1 #meatballs on Sundays 4pm – close. We ordered 4 extra… and yea there’s leftovers. If you are feeling adventurous and think you can eat more than 18, you’ll get them FREE!

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As if fried #cheese weren’t exciting enough, there’s #prosciutto in there!

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Carbs and Cocktails! Brainstorming new and exciting things to come for DallasFoodNerd with @genpink @nelli916 @ashpow05 #martini #kennysitaliankitchen

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this place claims to be the “jerky capital of the universe” – some of their options include Bison, Elk, Venison as well as the usual Beef Jerky #dfnatx

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#Cocktail: Gia Carino – Amsterdam #gin, Campari & Cucumber

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Flour dusted and flash-fried zucchini = Zucca Chips. A must! #dfnatx

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Spicy shrimp and handmade pasta! #dfnatx

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Starting off an awesome weekend with the Quiet Italian Gentleman: bulleit rye, carpano antiqua, campari and disaronno amaretto. #DFNATX

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For our first noms in Austin, #NorthItalia makes everything fresh daily. I’m leaning towards house made pasta. #DFNATX

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Cheers! Enjoying #Chianti from Tuscany, where we wish we were. @olivellaspizza

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New restaurant just opened in Addison! It’s an interesting model. They have a whole slew of fresh ingredients so you can build your own salad or pasta. They also have a great selection of other Italian #streetfood. I got small pasta bowl with meatballs.

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Bufala Caprese Salad & Stracciatella Bruschetta at La Perla D’Italia #dinearound

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reminder: $5 martinis at Kenny’s Italian Kitchen in Addison tonight for #martinimonday

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Pear Gorgonzola #salad

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Good thing I’m hungry! #hugecalzone

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Peartini in honor of #MartiniMonday

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We are trying out Kenny’s #meatballmadness recipe!

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because carbs. apparently January had zero pull on my eating habits this year.

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family deener in West End. Bruschetta.

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Food Nerd #ATX Edition: Seafood Risotto

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