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Sarah Blaskovich reports on restaurants, bars and culture in Dallas-Fort Worth. She profiles North Texas chefs, follows food trends and breaks news on restaurants opening and closing. She formerly worked at the Associated Press in London and is a graduate of the Missouri School of Journalism. Follow @sblaskovich on X and ask her where to eat.

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Sarah Blaskovich | Dallas Morning News

Sarah Blaskovich | Dallas Morning News

Sarah Blaskovich reports on restaurants, bars and culture in Dallas-Fort Worth. She profiles North Texas' top…

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The remarkable story of Smokey John’s, a 50-year-old barbecue joint in Dallas

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In what feels like a record, Smokey John’s Bar-B-Que in Dallas has caught fire three times and survived. Bankruptcy, a pandemic, six restaurant closures and the deaths of its founders couldn’t stop this chopped beef sandwich shop from hitting its 50th birthday in August 2026, said Juan and Brent Reaves, the brothers who have kept the restaurant afloat. “I tell you, we have gone through the wringer,” said Brent, 48. The Reaves brothers have helped run the restaurant for about half of its lifespan.
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The remarkable story of Smokey John’s, a 50-year-old barbecue joint in Dallas

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Sarah Blaskovich Updated Thu, August 27, 2026 at 6:00 AM EDT 9 min read Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Add Yahoo on Google Smokey John's Bar-B-Que opened in Dallas 50 years ago. The owners' sons Brent Reaves (left) and Juan Reaves have a lot of fight left in them to keep their family legacy going. (Shafkat Anowar/The Dallas Morning News) In what feels like a record, Smokey John's Bar-B-Que in Dallas has caught fire three times and survived.
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Former U.S Rep. Beto O’Rourke stops by Dallas bagel shop

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By Sarah Blaskovich Verified
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Former U.S. Rep. Beto O’Rourke grabbed breakfast on Aug. 25, 2026, at Dallas bagel shop Trades Deli ahead of rallies at two Texas colleges. The Democratic politician is in Dallas for voter mobilization events hosted by Powered by People, the political action committee O'Rourke founded in 2019. He hosted a rally on Aug. 25, 2026, at the University of North Texas in Denton and will visit Tarleton State University in Stephenville on Aug. 26, 2026.
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Have you ever used a typewriter?

Not, but I display one in my house!

What's your favorite social network?

Instagram

Did you work for your high school newspaper? If so, what did you do there?

Yes, I was editor in chief of my high school newspaper.

Awards

Robert W. Decherd Award for Civic Journalism

2024

Sarah Blaskovich, a senior food writer, was recognized for her focus on relationship building and community engagement in 2024. She was praised for her scoops and profiles within the restaurant industry, her work with community groups and her efforts creating and hosting several internal activities.