Women's Wear

What A Dish!
by Rusty Williamson

Dallas-- Wendy Krispin is really cooking.

Not only is she one of the premier upper-crust caterers in Dallas, but she's also the owner of two hot restaurants--both in the Design District.

Her newest venture, called Table 5, opened last fall at 600 Decorative Center on Hi Line Dr. west of Oak Lawn Avenue. The sun, the equator and being happy inspired the sleek, cool and bright Table 5, said Krispin. "The sun always makes me smile," said Krispin. A wall of windows bathes the white, gray, and blonde restaurant in light, making the blue cobalt stemware sparkle like sapphires. Table 5 is drawing a diverse crowd, including Dallas' picky "Ladies who lunch" set, along with design professionals--the Decorative Center is just a few miles from the International Apparel Mart. The menu is accented with spices and fruits from South America and the Caribbean. Lunch favorites include the grilled tuna on a bed of greens and covered in pineapples or the Asian noodles, which is the most popular dish in the house. There are also daily specials.

Krispin also has a self-named restaurant at 1025 North Stemmons, which serves New American cuisine. Cozy and relaxed like a chic country club, the restaurant has been open about three years. Popular dishes include the grilled orange, sage, and garlic chicken and the grilled tuna burger. Krispin stays booked far in advance with her catering service and is already putting the finishing touches on plans for several parties, including the Nordstrom opening March 21 at the Galleria here.