December 5th
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Last week we published our updated lists of Dallas' 50 Best Restaurants and 2023 Best New Restaurants online, and now it's time to celebrate. More than a dozen restaurants will showcase their light fare at this year's event, including Brass Rum, Quarter Acre, Spicy Zest and Rye. Drinks, food and live music, it doesn't get any better than that. Get your tickets here. Along the levee, 1108 Quaker St.
December 5th
Holiday Cocktail Classes at Kitchen + Cocktails
After this mixology session, sip on two tequila cocktails to add to your repertoire. The session begins at 7pm with a tasting of Don Julio Tequila, followed by light refreshments along with cocktails. The evening will conclude with a question and answer session. $89 per person. 1933 Elm Street
December 9th
12 wines from Christmas Wine Walk
Head to downtown McKinney for a festive wine stroll. Get in the holiday spirit with an ugly sweater. Tickets include a souvenir wine glass, glass strap, wine passport, 12 wine tastings, plus a bonus tasting at Santa's Wine Workshop. VIP tickets allow up to 15 tastings. Wine will be provided by Lone Star Wine Cellars. Tickets start at $30 per person. 111 N. Tennessee St., McKinney.
December 9th
dallas international night market
The holiday-themed International Night Market features more than 50 vendors selling food, art and merchandise from around the world in the Dallas International District near the former Valley View Mall. The event also includes live music and entertainment and is free to all ages. Learn more about. 5580 Peterson Ln.
December 9th
Tamales Day at the Dallas Farmers Market
The Dallas Farmers Market will feature more than 10 varieties of tamales from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. If you're looking for varieties like corn husk, banana leaf, traditional, or vegan, you've come to the right place. A year before the season gets into full swing. Learn more about. 2019 Taylor St.
December 16th
gingerbread house decoration and tea
Enjoy a holiday sport by taking the kids to a gingerbread house decorating session. The Crescent Hotel serves seasonal cocktails, ginger tea and black tea with light snacks. Children will have hot chocolate and can build gingerbread houses using provided aprons and hats. Tickets are $75. The Crescent Hotel Fort Worth, 3300 Camp Bowie Blvd.
December 20th
Tequila and Tamales: Masterclass at Catbird
Do we need tamales for Christmas? Catbird at the Thompson Hotel is hosting a tequila and tamales masterclass just in time. The hotel executive will seat three of his chefs for a session where his team will teach you how to make tamales from scratch while you do a tequila tasting. $120 per person. 1401 Elm Street
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Natalie Kemounkoon joined D Magazine in 2022 as Online Dining Editor. She previously worked at Dallas Morning News.