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Seven Ways to Get Caffeinated When It's Hot as Hell Outside
Dallas Observer
July 8, 2016
...Vietnamese iced coffee, known as Cafe Sua Da...Traditionally made with coarsely ground, dark roast coffee ... mixed with sweetened condensed milk to create a sweet, high-octane coffee drink served over ice ...stop by Malai Kitchen, which makes a particularly robust cup of this caffeinated goodness.

Malai Kitchen's Beer Wins Medals at Competition
D Magazine
June 23, 2016
Did you know Malai Kitchen, the festive Thai and Vietnamese restaurant, makes their own beer. Owners Braden and Yasmin Wages started the program at their Uptown location, but recently they opened a second location in Southlake and installed larger brewing facilities. They even hired brew master Matt Reynolds. They are busy installing...

What A Dish: Malai Tuna Tartare
360 West Magazine
June 1, 2016
Travels through Southeast Asia inspired husband-wife entrepreneurs Braden and Yasmin Wages to create a restaurant showcasing their favorite food finds. At Malai Kitchen in Southlake, an outpost of the original in Dallas' West Village, contemporary renditions of dishes are bursting with Thai, Vietnamese and other lively flavors from...

30 Under 30: Rock Stars Redefining the Industry
Zagat
May 23, 2016
Dallas and Fort Worth are home to some of the brightest young hotshots in the food and beverage industry and for the first time ever, we're introducing you to the best talent our cities have to offer: Matthew Reynolds, 29, Head Brewer, Malai Kitchen: You don't have to be a mechanical engineer to brew beer, but it certainly doesn't hurt. Reynolds started...

The 11 Hottest New Outdoor Dining Spots in Dallas_Fort Worth
Zagat
May 16, 2016
Malai Kitchen Southlake: Debuting this year, the 36-seat patio at this Southlake Thai-Vietnamese restaurant features a Douglas fir trellis that extends from the main dining room outward. Bright orange umbrellas shield patio dwellers as they enjoy housemade beers and spicy curries.

The Best New Restaurants in Fort Worth Vie for Tastemaker Title
Culture Map
May 5, 2016
Opening a restaurant in Fort Worth is no small feat. The full package has to be their exceptional ambiance, impeccable food, and top-notch service... Malai Kitchen, Husband and wife Braden and Yasmin Wages serve a slightly gourmet, slightly upscale rendition of Thai and Vietnamese food. Menu extends from classics such as...




