Dine out at regional hot spots, help others and enjoy tasty Prix Fixe menus, only $35 for dinner and $25 for new lunch experience at select spots
2012 Restaurant Participant List available at CBSDFW.com
(Dallas) July 17, 2012 – The eagerly anticipated “Reservation Day” kick-off for the 15th Anniversary of KRLD Restaurant Week presented by Central Market just began. The heat is on to book sizzling dining deals at over 125 regional hot spots opening up tables, and currently accepting reservations for this popular gastronomic-dining event supporting the North Texas Food Bank and Lena Pope Home.
Beginning August 13-19, North Texans can dine out and enjoy tasty three-course prix fixe menus during this summer fundraising tradition featuring dinner and new lunch reservations (at select spots).
2012 Participant List
Visit CBSDFW.com and click on the event’s Maítre d’ logo to view the extensive 2012 participant list dfw.cbslocal.com/krld-restaurant-week, and to receive the full dish on all KRLD Restaurant Week related promotions and offerings – such as: “Preview” Weekend, Central Market’s popular Fourth Course certificates, wine pairings and specialty cocktail features, and much more! Collin, Dallas, Denton, Rockwall, Parker, and Tarrant counties all have restaurants taking part in this year’s event, and participants include both longtime favorites and buzzworthy newcomers.
Helpful Reservation Tips
To book a spot, diners can call the desired establishment and request a “KRLD Restaurant Week” reservation, or do so online at CBSDFW.com by following the link to OpenTable. Book early and be flexible; remember that popular places fill up fast and that smaller groups are often easier to seat. Dining out on a weeknight during off-peak evenings like Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday may also help ensure a prime table and time slot. Look for the many restaurants extending their participation by one or even two full weeks — through August 26 or even September 2 — opening up additional reservation opportunities.
Select Spots Now Serving Lunch!
Extending the tradition of KRLD Restaurant Week’s tasty three-course prix fixe dinners priced at only $35 per person (tax, tip and drinks billed separately), diners can also now satisfy their hunger for a fabulous mid-day meal. To celebrate 15 years of fine dining, consumers can test-drive the new Cadillac Lunch Experience sponsored by Oak Farms Dairy in 2012. Spotlighting some of North Texas’ hottest lunch locales, 35 select establishments will also feature a special three-course lunch menu for just $25 a person (tax, tip and drinks billed separately) during their participation in KRLD Restaurant Week. Reservations are required for lunch and dinner service, and diners should specify “KRLD Restaurant Week” when booking by phone or through OpenTable.com.
Giving Back
Consumer patronage not only helps support upscale dining establishments during the traditionally slower month of August; two great charity partners also benefit. For every prix fixe meal purchased, participating restaurants will donate a portion ($7 from every dinner and $5 from each lunch) to either the North Texas Food Bank in Dallas or Lena Pope Home in Fort Worth. The fundraising goal for this year’s event is $750,000 dollars, aiming to raise $50,000 over the record amount generated by diners in 2011 in support of our community.
“This remains one of our most popular fundraisers since it enables diners to indulge their inner foodie and help others all in one seating,” said Jan Pruitt, president and CEO, North Texas Food Bank. “Giving back never tasted as good as it does each August.” Every meal consumed during this timeframe enables the Food Bank to put food on the table of area children, families and seniors with summer being the hungriest time of year for many in the community.
“This appetizing fundraiser encourages friends, relatives and colleagues to gather tableside for a great meal, while spotlighting some of North Texas’ best menus,” explained Todd A. Landry, executive director, Lena Pope Home. “Who would turn down the opportunity to dine out and support the best restaurants at a discounted cost, while helping local children and families in need? You might even discover your new ‘go to’ dining destination.”
2012 KRLD Restaurant Week sponsors, include: Newsradio 1080 KRLD, 360 West, American Institute of Wine and Food (AIWF) – DFW chapter, American Express, Cadillac, Castello Banfi, Central Market, Concha y Toro, Dallas Morning News, Dulce Vida Organic Tequila, Edna Valley Vineyard, FreshPoint, Maker’s Mark, New Amsterdam, OpenTable.com, Oak Farms Dairy, Patrón XO Cafe, Pyrat Rum, Sysco, Texas Beef Council, William Hill Estate Winery.
About KRLD Restaurant Week
KRLD Restaurant Week presented by Central Market, celebrating 15 years in 2012, was founded in Dallas/Fort Worth by NewsRadio 1080 KRLD in August of 1997. Since its creation, it continues to flourish as a popular marketing and giveback opportunity and has helped raise millions for the supported charity partners – the North Texas Food Bank and Lena Pope Home. Please visit the KRLD Restaurant Week landing page, accessible by clicking on the event’s Maitre d’ logo on the homepage of CBSDFW.com, for the full dish on what has become a tasty summer fundraising tradition here in North Texas. Diners can also “Like” the event on Facebook (KRLD Restaurant Week) or follow along on Twitter (@KRLDRW).
About North Texas Food Bank
The North Texas Food Bank (NTFB) is a nonprofit social benefit organization that distributes donated, purchased and prepared foods through a network of 300 Member Agencies and 1,000 feeding and education programs in 13 North Texas counties. NTFB supports the nutritional needs of children, families and seniors through research, education, advocacy and strategic partnerships. In FY 2011, NTFB provided access to nearly 33 million nutritious meals.
Founded in 1982, the year 2012 marks NTFB’s 30th anniversary. NTFB is a member of Feeding America (feedingamerica.org). For more information about NTFB, please visit ntfb.org.
About Lena Pope Home
Lena Pope Home, Inc. has been servingTarrantCounty children and families since 1930. The mission of Lena Pope Home is to help create hope, happiness and success for children and families. We impact over 20,000 individuals a year, with a focus in four key areas: prevention, early intervention, education and counseling. For more information about Lena Pope Home, visit lenapopehome.org or call 817-255-2500.
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