a bit of local flavor

False alarm on the last post, it is only intermission for the circus.

Anyway will hold off on the previous rant for another time.

Another aspect of the economy we really need to support is small business, either individuals, individual companies, or small chains. Empires of the past have fallen due to too much concentration of wealth and power.

So if are in the mood try Tony's in northeast Dallas on East Northwest Highway, small restaurant that serves Italian food. If you are from the northeast part of the country probably not that big of a deal to make much noise over a family owned local neighborhood spot, but with Dallas being so spread out you do have to look a bit to find them. Tony's has great customer service, good food at a really good price, nice specials, you can bring your own wine, so this helps to hold down the cost. I have been going there for years and should have recommended it a long time ago.There are a few other small Italian places like it in Dallas, but this is my family's spot.

And if you are from out of town and you want some Mexican food try Calle Doce.There are two locations, one in Oak Cliff and the other in Lakewood. Neither are in high tourist areas, but if you can get around look this place up.Not your typical tex mex you find in the chains. You do get some enchilladas etc, but there are other menu items much more worth trying. Also Lakewood area has some other nice places to eat, many local establishments.