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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October 30, 2025

Raise a Glass: 10 Best Wine Bars in Dallas For Every Type of Wine Lover

Venture in to experience interesting varietals and vibey tasting rooms

By Diana Spechler

October 28, 2025

Top Thai and Lao Restaurants in Dallas to Try Now, From Spicy Isan Eats to Temple Market Street Food

Spice up your life with aromatic curries, sizzling noodle dishes, and more

By Diana Spechler

October 17, 2025

Step Into the Secret World of Dallas Speakeasies: Hidden Cocktail Bars and Restaurants Worth Finding

From jazz-era hideouts to Himalayan cocktail lounges, these secret spots across Dallas and Fort Worth prove the Prohibition spirit is alive and well… if you know the password

By Diana Spechler

October 6, 2025

The Top Indian and South Asian Restaurants in Dallas: From Classic Curry Houses to Modern Dining Gems

The spicy flavors of the Indian subcontinent are well represented in the Metroplex

By Diana Spechler

October 3, 2025

The 16 Best Sandwiches in Dallas You Need to Try Right Now

These belly-busting handhelds should be on every foodie’s bucket list

By Diana Spechler

September 25, 2025

BARK WEEK: CuppaPug Dog Café Opens First Texas Location in Frisco This Weekend

The UK-born puppy café concept makes its Texas debut, with plenty of pug cuddles and coffee and more to come

By Diana Spechler

September 23, 2025

BARK WEEK: 15 Dog-Friendly Restaurant and Bar Patios in Dallas

Eat, drink, and bask in the glory of patio season with your pet

By Diana Spechler

September 17, 2025

Best BYOB Restaurants in Dallas: Top Spots to Bring Your Own Wine & Dine

Drinking while dining out doesn’t have to cost a fortune

By Diana Spechler

August 27, 2025

10 of the Best Ramen Spots in and Around Dallas to Try Right Now

Slurp your way through the city’s best bowls

By Diana Spechler

August 20, 2025

The Ultimate Guide to the Best Filipino Food in Dallas

Where to find flavor-packed lumpia, sisig, halo halo, and more

By Diana Spechler