‘Much Ado About Nothing’

Grab a blanket and join Shakespeare in the Park for its rendition of one of Shakespeare’s most beloved comedies, “Much Ado About Nothing.”

Samuell Grand Amphitheatre, 1500 Tension, shakespearedallas.com, 214.559.2778, $7-$10

JULY 16-JULY 18

Junior Golf Tourney

Join the East Dallas Exchange Club for the club’s 90th annual Dallas Junior Golf Tournament, part of which takes place at Tenison Golf Course on East Grand. dallasjuniorgolfchampionship.com, 214.670.1403

THROUGH AUGUST 2

Mayor’s Summer Reading Club

In an effort to encourage the whole family to read, Dallas Mayor Mike Rawlings is hosting the Mayor’s Summer Reading Club, an eight-week program powered by community participation and featuring weekly incentive prizes. All 29 Dallas Public Library locations as well as the Dallas Public Library’s Bookmobile will participate, dallaslibrary.org, 214.670.1671

Rollngo

6110 Greenville, Suite 100

866.765.5123 freshrollngo.com

AMBIANCE: TRENDY

PRICE RANGE: $5-$10

HOURS:

10 A.M.-11 P.M. MONDAY-FRIDAY

11 A.M.-11 P.M. SATURDAY-SUNDAY

DID YOU KNOW?

—Whitney Thompson

Driving along Upper Greenville after dark, it’s hard to miss the newly opened Rollngo. The fastcasual, Asian-fusion hole in the wall is decked out with so much neon that you’re bound to spot it. Owner Michael Dang wanted to create a more modern, grab-and-go concept similar to his other restaurant in Lake Highlands, Bistro B. “It’s just like a night club!” Dang says. Even the ceiling twinkles with LED lights reminiscent of those found inside a limousine. However, the customers don’t come to dance; they come to eat well-executed staples of Asian cuisine, from what is likely one of the thickest menus in the neighborhood. There are the usual suspects — Bahn Mi sandwiches served on airy baguettes and steaming bowls of pho noodle soup — but there are other standout menu items based on generations-old family recipes from Vietnam. The shaken beef platter is juicy and tender, with so much tomato, rice and vegetables that having leftovers is inevitable. And don’t miss the restaurant’s namesake — the rice paper rolls. With sticky rice paper, crispy grilled pork and a tangy dipping sauce, the rolls are the crown jewel for Dang. “You won’t find the recipe for these on the internet. It’s a secret.” Dang does reveal that the cooks wait to cut the daikons, cucumber and carrots to ensure that each ingredient stays fresh. By day, customers keep cool on Rollngo’s shaded patio while sipping on a sweet drink from the smoothie bar.

PER CUSTOMER REQUEST, OWNER MICHAEL DANG SAYS THAT HE PLANS ON ADDING MORE GRILLED AND VEGETARIAN DISHES TO THE ROLLNGO MENU THIS SUMMER.

1 Urbano Cafe

Eat your way around the world at Urbano Cafe. It’s American with an Italian twang ... and Vietnamese and Hawaiian and pretty much everything else.

1410 N. Fithugh

214.823.8550 urbanodallas.com

2 Good 2 Go Taco

Tacos are super trendy right now. If you’re looking for a laid-back joint with lots of options, Good 2 Go Taco is your place.

1146 Peavy 214.519.9110 good2gotaco.com

3 Jimmy’s Food Store

This hidden gem in East Dallas might be small and a bit untidy, but don’t be deceived; some of the best sandwhiches in Dallas come over those counters.

4901 Bryan 214.823.6180

Park Cafeteria

NEW! Online ordering!

Our famous homemade pies, cakes, cookies and muffins can now be made to order in any quantity for take out! Open every day 11am–8pm.

Easy As Pie

Triple-berry hand pies

A perfect little pie is a great alternative to a traditional slice and completes any outdoor barbecue or picnic. Tripleberry hand pies are made with flaky cream cheese pastry dough and filled with thick fruit compote in every bite. There is so much to love about these fruit-filled pockets. Hand pies are portable, need no utensils and give you the perfect excuse to head to the market for an assortment of fresh, seasonal fruits. Happy summer baking!

Triple-berry filling

GROCERY LIST

1/2 cup fresh strawberries, diced

1/2 cup fresh blueberries

1/2 cup fresh raspberries

3/4 cup granulated sugar

3 tablespoons cornstarch

1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice

Instructions

1. Bring all ingredients to a boil in a saucepan. Allow the fruit to boil for 3-4 minutes or until thickened. Remove from pan and allow to cool completely before using.

2. Fill hand pies and bake according to cream cheese pie crust recipe.

Cream cheese pie dough

GROCERY LIST

6 tablespoons butter

4 tablespoons cream cheese

2 tablespoons sugar

1/4 teaspoon salt

1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour

1 1/2 tablespoons ice water

Egg wash: 1 egg, whisked together with 2 tablespoons water

Instructions

1. Beat cream cheese, butter, sugar and salt with mixer until smooth. Slowly add the flour and beat on low until combined. Add ice water and beat until mixture forms a ball and pulls away from the side of the bowl.

2. Wrap dough and chill for 1 hour (prepare filling now, see recipe on previous page).

3. Preheat oven to 375 F. Roll dough out to 1/8-inch thick on a slightly floured surface. Cut into 16 rounds or square pieces, 3 inches each.

4. Place 8 of the rounds on a sheet pan lined with parchment paper. Place 1-2 tablespoons of filling in the middle of each pie crust. Brush egg wash onto the edges of the dough.

5. Place another pie crust on top of filling and seal dough so the filling cannot get out. Create slits on the top of the hand pies. Brush egg wash onto the entire tops of the hand pies and bake at 375 F for 20-25 minutes or until lightly golden.

6. Allow the hand pies to cool before serving.