Slice Franklin's Smokey Meats; Truck By Truckwest; New Cocktail Tax, Explained

EAST SIDE — How are your smokey meat slicing skills? Franklin Barbecue is hiring a "smokey meat slicer" to work their very busy front of the house. Must have fast knife skills, a friendly attitude, and experience "slicing smokey meats." [Poached]

FOODTRUCKWIRE — Food truck lovers, get ready to take it to the next level: Truck by Truckwest starts today. For a mere $20 - $30, badgeholders can visit 65 different food trucks over the next week and taste their offerings. Attendees will then vote on their favorite. The event kicks off tonight at the Long Center, as a part of Trailer Food Tuesdays. Hat tip to Chowhounder/Eater commenter Alan Sudo for the tip off. [Chowhound]

BOOZE TAX — Have questions about the law going into effect in January that will levy a new 8.25% tax on cocktails in Texas? Eater Dallas breaks it all down. [-EDFW-]