Monday, May 9, 2011

Un-Cupcakes Sound Good for Un-Birthdays

I just celebrated my 29th birthday. Yes, the real 29, not the the 3rd, 4th or 5th anniversary of it, but thanks for making me feel older than I should. But whatever, I had some excellent cake this weekend - thanks Sig-O. Then today I saw the miracle un-Cupcake at Rush Patissere.

It's basically a miniature cake in a jar, that allows you to get the perfect bite every time. AKA, none of the crappy just dry cake bites. The cake is hollowed out so that frosting (or other fillings) can be put inside, as well as on top of the cake. The result? Perfect bite after perfect bite with frosting, filling and cake living in harmony on the miniature spoon that comes tied on each Un-Cupcake jar.

​The other benefit with Rush's diabolical creation is that you can eat just a few bites and save the rest for later. You simply screw the lid back on the jar, which keeps it surprisingly fresh, unlike even the prettiest little cardboard box.

The Un-Cupcake comes in eight signature flavors, including Wedding Cake; Chocolate Ganache; Lemon Crunch; Caramel Coconut & Cream Cheese; S'mores; Red Velvet; Strawberries & Cream; and Caramel Macchiato, which comes with mocha flavored chocolates in the shape of coffee beans sprinkled on top. Check it out.

Rock of Ages Rocks More with Discount Tickets!

Broadway's '80s hit "Rock of Ages" is heading to the AT&TPerforming Arts Center's Winspear Opera House in Dallas fora two-week run. As a Travelzoo subscriber, you haveexclusive access to tickets for up to 50% off.

Sit in Grand Tier seats for $20 (regularly $35) or Dress Circle seats for $27.50 (regularly $55) at performances starring "American Idol" finalist Constantine Maroulis. Called "impossible to resist" by The New York Times, "Rockof Ages" features the hits of Journey, STYX, Bon Jovi, REOSpeedwagon and more. Discounted seats are available for three performances:
- Tuesday, May 17, at 8 p.m.
- Wednesday, May 18, at 8 p.m.
- Thursday, May 19, at 8 p.m.

To purchase tickets, click below and select "Buy Now." Click"Purchase" next to a valid performance. Enter code TZOO inthe box in the upper-right corner, then click the black arrow to apply. Select a valid seating level from theinteractive map to choose seats and check out. Fees of $5per ticket and $5 per order will be additional. Full-price tickets are subject to the same fees. Not valid on previously purchased tickets. Restrictions may apply. http://www.travelzoo.com/l/72883938-1027348/

Let's Go Air Hogs!

Not entirely sure what an Air Hog is and if it's referring to flying pigs (look out below!), but there's a deal today that's too good to pass up. You can see the Grand Prairie Air Hogs in action with 2 for 1 tickets for only $9 for box seats. Now I know we all love the Rangers, but checking out a minor league team is always lots of fun in a more intimate setting, and you love combining intimate settings and baseball. Anyway, Click here to take advantage of this great deal ASAP.

Friday, May 6, 2011

Dallas Wine Trail is This Weekend

Tomorrow. You had margaritas last night, sake on the docket for tonight at Kenichi and now the fantastic Dallas Wine Trail tomorrow. With everyone going green, isn't it about time you drank local? Here are the deets:

From 11:00 a.m. until 5:00 p.m.
Ticket price includes:
A 19 oz tasting glass
A bottle of wine from one of the 4 wineries
3 wines to taste at each of the wineries
Light food pairings
Map of the Dallas Wine Trail

Tickets are on sale now. Buy yours now. It sells out every time!

Thursday, May 5, 2011

Cheap Brunch Alert - 1st Saturdays

Your Brunch, Now for a Dollar

Starting now, LaGrange is doing this: serving you a brunch buffet every first Saturday of the month... for a buck. They’ll be laying out everything from Texas Eggs Benedict to Challah French Toast. Go ahead, get your money’s worth.

Saturdays starting May 7, 1-5pm, LaGrange, 2704 Elm St, 214-741-2008

Your Seis De Mayo Plans

Seis De Mayo, the often forgotten due to hangovers from Cinco de Mayo day following Cinco de Mayo. It's a time to relax and drink water in a softly/dimly lit room while you nurse your hangover. Well, glad you did that all day b/c by the time 5 p.m. rolls around, it's time to party with the masters.

Kenichi’s hosting a party full of fantastic sake, sourced from all over Japan via the collection of Dallas’s only level II sake master. You wouldn’t celebrate Seis de Mayo any other way.

May 6, 5-8pm, $40, Kenichi, 2400 Victory Park Ln, 214-871-8883

If Margaritas Aren't Your Speed

You're slow. Freaking slow, but you might actually be in luck. If you're more of a wino than a tequila shot kind of gal/guy, I'm suggesting you head over to Winetastic tonight for the Ferrari -Carano tasting. For only $10, you'll get to try a number of their fantatic wines. Still not convinced to stop by? How about 20 percent off of Ferrari-Carano wines tonight.

There's nothing like celebrating Cinco De Mayo with California wine. Hey, some of that soil was probably from Mexico.

And don't whine about the parking, it's easy and underground, just the same as Glorias. Sounds like a good place to start your evening. Because margaritas are great wine chasers.