Diana Spechler

Diana Spechler is novelist and essayist whose work appears in the New York Times, the Guardian, Washington Post, Saveur, Bon Appetit, Harper's, and many other publications. On her Substack newsletter, Dispatches From the Road, she writes essays about travel.

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January 13, 2026

Where Dallas-Fort Worth Foodies Go to Celebrate Their Birthdays

Because birthdays are better with wagyu, mezcal, lobster rolls, and a reservation worth flexing

By Diana Spechler

January 8, 2026

10 Healthy Dallas-Fort Worth Restaurants for Flavor-Packed Dining

For a 2026 reset that doesn’t feel restrictive, these spots deliver nourishing meals worth repeating

By Diana Spechler

December 23, 2025

Start 2026 Strong: The Best New Year’s Day Brunches in Dallas-Fort Worth

Sleep in, skip the dishes, and toast the new year at these restaurants pouring mimosas, firing up the griddles, and serving brunch worth getting out of bed for

By Diana Spechler

December 4, 2025

DFW Holiday Dessert Guide: 10 Shops Serving Special Seasonal Pastries, Pies, and More

These festive treats won’t last long. Where to find the most creative confections before the holiday season ends.

By Diana Spechler

December 4, 2025

Ho-Ho-Hungry? Here’s Where to Eat With Santa Around Dallas–Fort Worth

From cowboy-themed Santas to lavish holiday teas, these Dallas–Fort Worth restaurants and hotels offer festive ways to eat, sip, and celebrate with Old Saint Nick all season long

By Diana Spechler

November 21, 2025

Dallas’ Best Live Music Spots: Lakefront Patios, Romantic Piano Nights & High-Energy Concert Dining

Eat, drink, and jam out at these spots with live entertainment

By Diana Spechler

November 17, 2025

The Secret Behind Mamani’s Lightning-Fast Michelin Star in Dallas

From newcomer to the Michelin Guide, Mamani is suddenly the city’s hottest table

By Diana Spechler

November 13, 2025

From Classics to Cutting-Edge: The Best Cocktail Bars in Dallas Today

These innovative menus will surprise you

By Diana Spechler

November 12, 2025

Dallas’ Best Tacos: Tijuana, Mexico City and Fusion Favorites Around the Metroplex

The harmonious pairing of tortillas with meat and toppings is showcased in fine fashion at these spots around town

By Diana Spechler

November 11, 2025

15 Essential Burger Spots in Dallas–Fort Worth for Serious Burger Lovers

From simple and cheesy to stacked with goodness, these handhelds have the “wow” factor

By Diana Spechler