8 DALLAS OBSERVER • HOLIDAY GUIDE and fi sh tacos. The margaritas are legendary, too, which should be the nudge you need to book your holiday party there ASAP. India Palace, one of the Metroplex’s most lauded Indian eateries, offers holiday catering through January 7: small entrée offerings feeding 15-20 people start at just $80. Choose from paneer, daal and channa, chicken, beef, lamb and biryani. Or if you’re looking for a more intimate dinner, order up a curry or tandoori entrée for two, pair with a glass of wine, and enjoy. ‘Tis the season for brunch, and there’s no shortage of outstanding boozy breakfast options to choose from. Terilli’s remains a gold-standard brunch destination, with a storied cozy atmosphere and a satisfying menu. Order up the Steak and Eggs or the Crab Cakes Benedict for a true brunch indulgence, or try the savory Belgian waffl e, stacked with eggs, tomatoes, hollandaise, green onion and arugula. Ebb & Flow should also be high up on your list of brunch stops: pop into their Plano or Deep Ellum locations before a marathon day of Christmas shop- ping and load up on biscuits and gravy, breakfast tacos, chicken and waffl es ...and their generous mimosa bucket. Meet the whole family for a pre-holiday brunch at Ozona Bar and Grill, opening at 8am on Saturdays and Sun- days. The menu features your favorite classic brunch dishes, and their build-your-own Bloody Mary lets you customize your favorite boozy combo. White Rhino Coffee has ten DFW locations stocked with cold brews, signature espressos, craft coffees, small bites, and pastries. They’ve also got your catering needs covered with croissant and sandwich trays, breakfast tacos, boxed lunches, and of course, coffee. Cocktail afi cionados will be wowed by The Tipsy Alche- mist’s unique handcrafted cocktails with a hefty helping of science: take your out-of-town guests here for a fes- tive and fun night on the town, followed by a visit to Dal- las speakeasy Truth & Alibi. This upscale lounge has an outstanding selection of signature cocktails, plus bottle service and a beautiful space for group reservations and private parties. 3 Nations Brewing is a lively gathering spot, with locations in Anna and Carrollton, and seasonal beers to suit every occasion. And Texas Live is THE drinks/food/entertainment destination in the heart of Ar- lington’s stadium district. Choose from barbeque joints, tacos, beer gardens and more—meet up for a night of bar-hopping and good times throughout December. Planning to do holiday dinner at home? Deep Cuts Dallas Butcher Shop sells fresh custom cuts, handmade sausage and smoked meats. They’ve got everything you need to stock your charcuterie board and make a main dish to remember. And Deep Ellum’s Rudolph’s Meat Market has been a Dallas tradition since the 1890s: the family-owned shop is stocked with steaks, pork, sausage, and seasonal meats like spiral cut or smoked hams, and smoked turkey. Online ordering is available. There’s nothing more sacred during the holiday season than family and friends—and we’re always looking for ways to make the most of our time together. For ex- ample, the City of Garland’s Christmas on the Square celebration is a festive family affair on December 7 with live music, a tree lighting and an appearance from Santa. The City of Lewisville’s annual Old Town Holiday Stroll is two days of family fun, with a tree lighting on Friday, December 1, and a holiday parade on Saturday, December 2. The Irving Arts Center offers kids their chance to convince Santa they belong on the “nice” list at Santa Saturdays on December 2, December 9 and
