January
Cafe Intermezzo aims to create a ‘third place’ for Plano guests
Cafe Intermezzo welcomed guests to eat, sip and connect on their own time. The restaurant was located in The Shops at Legacy but closed permanently in August after temporarily closing during the pandemic.
February
Owner of Plano's Lima Taverna restaurant shares love for Peruvian cuisine, culture
The owner of Lima Taverna said his Plano restaurant is a means to share his love for the food of his native country of Peru.
March
‘Palate-driven restaurant’ Fork and Fire makes mark in Plano
One of the most popular items at Fork and Fire is the pastrami, which is unique in the fact that it is a West Coast style but with East Coast influences.
May
Plano restaurant In-Fretta Urban Pizza Bar finds new ways to feed those in need
In-Fretta owner Ram Metta said he began the #EveryoneEatz movement about two years ago after promising his dying mother that no one would leave his restaurant hungry.
June
Haywire, Front Burner restaurants regaining footing as restrictions loosen
Haywire retained 99% of its staff following more than a month of furlough for many.
While staff was furloughed, Haywire dedicated to feeding them each one meal a day.
July
Owner of Plano's Bavarian Grill fights to keep 27-year business afloat
Bavarian Grill, a restaurant with a 27-year presence in the community that serves authentic German cuisine, was built around its in-person dining experience that fostered a group of loyal customers.
August
Loyal customers and a quick pivot helped Plano restaurant Taste of Thai 'tread water' during pandemic
Due to a combination of having the right product, loyal customers and the ability to pivot quickly, Plano restaurant Taste of Thai was down only 25% when fears of the virus prompted more residents to stay at home and led governments to restrict dine-in activity.
September
Edith's French Bistro in Plano makes comeback post COVID-19 shutdowns
Popular items at Edith's include the French Dip and Chicken Paillard. In addition to all-day options, Edith's offers a brunch and drink menu, with unique cocktails like French Pressed Sangria and Frose.
October
Obsessive focus on flavor the underpinning of Tasty's Chicken in Plano
Chicken wings and tenders at Tasty’s are seasoned with a lemon-pepper spice blend. Diners can then choose to add one or more of the restaurant’s 50-plus sauces.
November
Owner’s harrowing story underscores genesis of Plano restaurant Desi Ginger
The menu at Desi Ginger features vegetarian and nonvegetarian recipes found in North Indian cuisine.
December
Plano dessert shop Mallow Box elevates the traditional s’more
Both Mallow Box locations offer nine staple marshmallow flavors as well as seasonal options and a variation of s’more-inclusive treats, such as a make-it-yourself s’more bar, marshmallow skewers, s’more bowls and marshmallow milkshakes.
Editor’s note: The April issue of Community Impact Newspaper’s Plano edition did not include a dining feature due to the coronavirus pandemic.
