Uchi Dallas Coming; Where to Buy a King Cake

UCHI WIRE—Dreams of a Dallas Uchi are becoming all the more real: In an interview with Eater Houston, Uchi culinary director Philip Speer confirms that they're "beginning work" on a Dallas location, but "there is not a confirmed location" yet. [EHOU]

MARDI GRAS WIRE—Seeking a king cake for your Fat Tuesday celebration? Here are a few suggestions. (Just don't choke on that baby figurine.) [City of Ate]

SNACK WIRE—Plano-based Frito Lay has announced the three finalists in its recent create-a-potato-chip flavor contest: Sriracha, Cheesy Garlic Bread, and Chicken & Waffles (?!) flavors will all be released nationwide to be voted on by the public. [DMN/Biz Beat Blog]

Uchi in Austin. [Photo credit: Raymond Thompson/EATX]