EPISODE · Feb 23, 2026 · 1H 13M
Dallas Dining Is Having a Moment — But For How Long? | Sarah Blaskovich
from Your Dark Companion Podcast · host Mike Rhyner
Episode 197 of Your Dark Companion welcomes back one of our favorite recurring guests — Sarah Blaskovich, food writer for the Dallas Morning News — for a deep dive into the rapidly evolving Dallas-Fort Worth restaurant scene. From the rise of upscale Mediterranean dining to the buzz around Delilah’s glamorous supper club experience, Sarah breaks down what’s trending, what’s opening, and what might struggle in 2026. We cover: Why Mediterranean cuisine is suddenly everywhere in Dallas The hype (and vibe) behind Delilah in the Design District Jason Garrett’s new Italian venture, Café Luca Tiffany Derry’s upcoming sports bar concept in Grand Prairie Why restaurants could face serious economic challenges in 2026 The reality of food pricing, rent spikes, and razor-thin margins Plus, Sarah shares insight into how she approaches food journalism ethically — yes, she pays for her meals — and why covering restaurants is more like breaking news than you might think. If you care about food, business, Dallas culture, or just want to know where to eat next — this episode is for you. Chapters 00:00 – Intro & Welcoming Sarah Back 04:43 – How Sarah Became a Food Reporter 15:06 – Why Mediterranean Cuisine Is “So Hot Right Now” 26:00 – Inside Delilah: Dallas’ Glamorous Supper Club 34:37 – AM FM Diner & Music Culture in the Design District 37:40 – Jason Garrett’s Café Luca Explained 40:05 – Tiffany Derry’s New Grand Prairie Sports Bar 46:39 – Why 2026 Could Be Tough for Restaurants 52:40 – Inflation, Rent & The $20 Burger Debate 57:57 – Chef Shirley Chung & Night Rooster 1:04:14 – Budget-Friendly Dallas Favorites 1:07:40 – Final Thoughts & What’s Next in DFW Dining Follow Your Dark Companion on Patreon for every episode: patreon.com/YourDarkCompanion IG: https://www.instagram.com/yourdarkcompanion/ X: https://x.com/YDC_Dfw TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@yourdarkcompanion FB: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61559876685445 The Old Grey Wolf: X: https://x.com/TheOldGreyWolf IG: https://www.instagram.com/theoldgreywolf16/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@mikerhyner579 To reach out email us at: [email protected] Thanks to our monthly supporters Matthew Kamper W hammons B Smith Robert Stoolfire Thaddeus D. Matula Rachel W Scott Lewis cody SIMS John Gilbert Robert Saunders Kiffer Sidney Long Pattie Rhyner Davidson David Ashlea Bullington James Corona Gordy John C Caffey Joe Lindsey Cam Jillian Wright David Moore Becca Moore Mike Rhyner Your Dark Companion ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★
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Episode 197 of Your Dark Companion welcomes back one of our favorite recurring guests — Sarah Blaskovich, food writer for the Dallas Morning News — for a deep dive into the rapidly evolving Dallas-Fort Worth restaurant scene. From the rise of upscale Mediterranean dining to the buzz around Delilah’s glamorous supper club experience, Sarah breaks down what’s trending, what’s opening, and what might struggle in 2026. We cover: Why Mediterranean cuisine is suddenly everywhere in Dallas The hype (and vibe) behind Delilah in the Design District Jason Garrett’s new Italian venture, Café Luca Tiffany Derry’s upcoming sports bar concept in Grand Prairie Why restaurants could face serious economic challenges in 2026 The reality of food pricing, rent spikes, and razor-thin margins Plus, Sarah shares insight into how she approaches food journalism ethically — yes, she pays for her meals — and why covering restaurants is more like breaking news than you might think. If you care about food, business, Dallas culture, or just want to know where to eat next — this episode is for you. Chapters 00:00 – Intro & Welcoming Sarah Back04:43 – How Sarah Became a Food Reporter15:06 – Why Mediterranean Cuisine Is “So Hot Right Now”26:00 – Inside Delilah: Dallas’ Glamorous Supper Club34:37 – AM FM Diner & Music Culture in the Design District37:40 – Jason Garrett’s Café Luca Explained40:05 – Tiffany Derry’s New Grand Prairie Sports Bar46:39 – Why 2026 Could Be Tough for Restaurants52:40 – Inflation, Rent & The $20 Burger Debate57:57 – Chef Shirley Chung & Night Rooster1:04:14 – Budget-Friendly Dallas Favorites1:07:40 – Final Thoughts & What’s Next in DFW Dining Follow Your Dark Companion on Patreon for every episode: patreon.com/YourDarkCompanion IG: https://www.instagram.com/yourdarkcompanion/X: https://x.com/YDC_DfwTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@yourdarkcompanionFB: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61559876685445 The Old Grey Wolf: X: https://x.com/TheOldGreyWolfIG: https://www.instagram.com/theoldgreywolf16/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@mikerhyner579 To reach out email us at: [email protected]
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