Easter arrives this Sunday, and there's still time to make reservations after a look at our big list of restaurants serving Easter brunch here. Until then, make note of a paella party on a garden patio that will feature dishes from multiple concepts of a prolific Fort Worth restaurant group. It's also home opening weekend for Texas Rangers baseball, and there are parties for that, too.
Wednesday, April 1
Wine Dinner at Duchess
The Nobleman hotel’s signature restaurant, Duchess, will host a five-course wine dinner with specialty dishes by executive chef Marcus Kopplin paired with environmentally friendly Rootstock Wines. Menu highlights include duck fat challah with crème fraiche and sturgeon caviar; rabbit ragu over carrot pappardelle; lamb belly with polenta; and carrot cake panna cotta. The dinner is $125, and begins at 6:30 pm.
Thursday, April 2
Taste of Westland
Experience a taste of the Westland Hospitality group during this multicourse dinner featuring dishes from Westland restaurants. The menu includes Pulido’s shrimp cocktail, Margie’s Italian Gardens Italian wedding soup, Magdalena’s paella with salad, and JD’s Hamburgers' fried apricot pie with Curly’s frozen vanilla custard. Cocktails and wine are included in the $110 ticket. The dinner begins at 7 pm at Westland Gardens.
Friday, April 3
Cane Rosso Arlington x Rangers Home Opener Patio Party
The Arlington outlet of the Neapolitan pizzeria will host an all-day patio party to kick off Texas Rangers Opening Day. In addition to the signature wood-fired pizzas, menu features will include smashburgers, hot dogs, and ice cream, along with happy hour from 11 am-6 pm. There’ll be live music, too. Cane Rosso Arlington is located just two miles from Globe Life Field, perfect for a pre- or post-game stop.
Texas Rangers Home Opener at El Chingon
The West 7th-area Mexican restaurant, bar and club will host an Opening Day watch party with ballpark-inspired specials. Cheer on the Texas Rangers with $3 hot dogs and $3 Miller, Coors, or Michelob drafts. They're also offering a "9-9-9" challenge: consume nine hot dogs and nine beers over the nine innings to get the tab covered and choose between a gift card or bottle service for a prize. (Be sure to arrange a safe ride home.) The Texas Rangers will take on the Philadelphia Phillies with the first pitch scheduled for 3:15 pm.
Saturday, April 4
13-Year Anniversary at Martin House Brewing Company
The Riverside brewery known for its quirky beer flavors is officially a teenager. Celebrate with an island-themed party featuring four tropical barrel-age brews. Live music will play all day, food trucks will serve, and a foam machine will provide some sudsy fun. Wristbands are $25 and are good for a souvenir pint glass and four pours. The party will run from 12-6 pm.
