Welcome to Kersten Eats, the food and travel blog by Kersten Rettig. With a passion for delicious cuisine and captivating destinations, I bring you stories and reviews on food, beverages, and travel experiences. As a seasoned journalist for Park Cities People and Preston Hollow People Newspapers, I share my dining adventures, hotel stays, and favorite recipes, inspired by my love for food, family, and philanthropy. Join me in celebrating the joy of good food, exploring new places, and cherishing the memories we create along the way. Follow my journey on Instagram at @KerstenEats and share your own experiences and suggestions with me.

Stories About Food, Drink and Places

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Tex-Mex: Texas History on a Plate

The Tex-Mex segment in Dallas is en fuego. Within the circulation boundaries of Preston Hollow People and Park...
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Eataly Dallas: Ciao-dy, Folks!

Can the opening of an Italian food mecca spur a Renaissance? After this year, we...
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Eataly Dallas: Five Things I Love Most About It

It’s been 19 months since Eataly Dallas opened. I checked my credit card, and, in...
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When she was 30, Franchesca Nor had her first baby, an aqua, navy, and seafoam...
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Quarter Acre: A First Class Trip to New Zealand Minus the Jet Lag

Today, February 6 is New Zealand Day and to celebrate, let’s talk about the first...
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Dakota’s Steakhouse: Better Than Ever

The big food news of the week is that the iconic subterranean steak house, Dakota’s,...
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Parigi: Paris In Dallas

April in Paris, chestnuts in blossom Holiday tables under the trees April in Paris, this is a...
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San Antonio: La Cantera Resort & Spa

I don’t know who needs to hear this, but you don’t need to wear matching...
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After 30 Years, Empire Baking is Still Rising

North Texas has never been known for its bread, except when bread is the oft-used...
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