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Dine on delights by future chefs at Chef’s Gallery
Ever wanted a gourmet meal but didn't want to drop a load of money? Check out the Chef's Gallery at the Art Institute of Dallas. This restaurant is a working classroom for students in the Art Institute's culinary program, so you get gourmet meals at half the price. The menu's are seasonal and put together by the program's instructors (in other words, no "gourmet" hot pockets) and the students spend time working each different part of a restaurant from the kitchen to the front end. They offer lunch Tuesday through Friday, dinner Wednesday through Friday and a limited menu in between lunch and dinner Wednesday through Friday. They don't even burn the cous cous.
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Dine on fine French food at The Mansion at Turtle Creek
The Mansion at Turtle Creek has been a staple in Dallas' fine dining scene for over thirty years. An upscale atmosphere and excellent service only add to The Mansion's French-inspired menu. Sip a little bubbly while enjoying seared foie gras with a pineapple-raisin chutney, roasted duck breast with carmelized turnips, quince and a black current reduction, or enjoy any number of Chef Chef Bruno Davaillon's seasonal tastings. For a switch, enjoy your meal on their picturesque restaurant terrace or reserve an intimate private dining suite for a cozy dinner for two or for a crowd. Dining at The Mansion is the perfect start to enjoying a night on the town.
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Transport Yourself to France with Lavendou
North Dallas might not be known for its fine French cuisine, but Lavendou provides the French fix that you may be craving. Though it's located in a simple shopping center off Preston road, once you walk through the doors you feel as if you have been transported back to your vacation days in France. Large armoires, bookshelves, wall sconces and French prints create a warm, inviting atmosphere reminiscent of the days when high tea was commonplace.
Scrumptious dishes like Saumon au Cavier Daubergine Sauce Verte are best bets to try. You won't be able to forget the eggplant and basil cream sauce, seasoned and scintillating. If you love Gyuere cheese, trying the onion soup (Gratinee a l'Oignon) will make your head spin with delight. And when it comes time to celebrate Mom, a bridal or baby shower, or simply culture yourself a bit, high tea at Lavendou is just the ticket. While you can't always jet off to Europe to sample fine cuisine, this provides a taste of what you're missing across the pond.
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Say “Oui” to the Dining Room at Hotel St. Germain
Fine french cuisine isn’t always the easiest to find. That’s why the Dining Room at the Hotel St. Germain is such a Dallas gem; it boasts a seven-course gourmet experience that utilizes the freshest of ingredients and meats. Crystal and china accents make the tablescapes eye catching and exude a rich Parisian feel. The champagne bar is a delight when celebrating any occasion, or no occasion at all.
If seafood is your fare, try the pan-seared sea scallops with lobster sauce and caviar-an utter treat. If you are a meat-lover at heart, beef tenderloin with roasted artichokes and fingerling potatoes will have you saying “Merci!”.
If all this sounds very luxurious and refined, it is. Jackets are required for men, so prepare to dress to impress. Afterall, why not look tres chic while indulging in a little bit of France down south?