Noticing a new food trailer on your block is like seeing a new neighbor moving in. Questions flood your mind. When should I introduce myself? Will I be stopping by often? Does this unformed relationship have long-term potential? Can they cook? When I saw Kimchi Jon’s parked in front of Zilker Brewing Company on East Sixth Street in August, I was excited to have Korean … [Read More]
Activities
Walking Ghost Tours of Austin Reveals Creepy Side of Downtown
Isn't it sad we only get ghouls and spooks one night each year? If, like me, you're a fan of all-things-Halloween every day, then I have the thing for you: Walking … [Read More]
Keep It Local
5 Canned Cocktails You Can Conveniently Sip Anywhere
Adult Austinites consume an average of 14.6 drinks per month. On any given day, there's a plethora of hike and bike trails, swimming holes, tailgating events, and … [Read More]
Food & Drink
5 Dessert Food Trucks in Austin to Make Your Sweet Tooth Ache
Austin is scattered with food trucks and truck parks in almost every corner. From Discada's one-of-a-kind tacos to Dee Dee's mouth-watering sticky mango rice, these trucks serve almost every cuisine imaginable. But did you know dessert is covered, too? We've … [Read More]
Dolce Bacio Food Truck Creates Authentic Italian Gelato for Austin
Those who can recognize the "real deal" when it comes to gelato are typically the ones who grew up with it. Francesca Cavallari and Dante Scarano not only grew up with gelato, but went to school to master the art of making it. And luckily for us, the duo … [Read More]
Tradition and Innovation Meet Head-on at Independence Brewing Co.
These days, it feels like craft beer is ruled by the almighty trend. Be it session IPAs a few years back or the current haze craze, breweries seem to scramble to meet the whims of the drinking public. After all, IPAs that taste like mimosas are the hot new … [Read More]
T22 Chicken Joint on Burnet Road Grows From Popular Food Truck
Each time I end up at T22 Chicken Joint, I leave promising myself that next time I’ll practice portion control. But I’m only human. In my humble opinion, this is the best fried chicken in Austin. … [Read More]
10 Favorite Spots for the Best Guacamole in Austin
We know Austin is a queso-loving town, but what about queso's green sidekick, guacamole? Plenty of Austin restaurants offer guac that rocks. So here at The Austinot, we've compiled a list of 10 restaurants serving the best guacamole in Austin. This is some … [Read More]
6 Refreshing Mojitos to Beat the Heat in Austin
Austinites love margaritas, but it's time we talk about the perfect patio sipper we've all been neglecting...the mojito. You just can't go wrong with this rum, mint, and lime cocktail that hails from the Caribbean! So go on and give your palate a break from … [Read More]
Biderman’s Deli Serves East Coast Bagels and Sandwiches With Austin Heart
Growing up in northern New Jersey, bagels were more than an easy to-go breakfast. They were part of our culinary landscape. My hometown of Bloomfield had three unbelievable spots in the space of five square miles. Hot beds of conversation, cream cheese, and … [Read More]