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Eat Up! Bacon Specializes in One of Austin’s Favorite Foods

Posted on December 18, 2013 by Guest Blogger

Bacon makes 20 flavors of bacon and is located at 10th and Lamar (Photo credit: Bacon on Facebook)

Editor’s Note: Bacon closed at its West 10th Street location in October 2016, due to flooding vulnerability. Owner Jed Taylor hopes to open at a new location soon.

This guest blog article is by Cindy Plata.

When I first heard about a restaurant opening in Austin called Bacon, I just knew it would be something I’d have to try. I mean, a whole restaurant dedicated to the deliciousness that is bacon? Yes, please! It took me two long years, but I finally made my way, making sure to go with an empty belly and an open mind. I didn’t know what to expect walking in, but I knew it’d be good. [Read more…]

Best Brunch in Austin: Deals and Special Events You Won’t Want to Miss

Posted on November 26, 2013 by Cris Mueller

Photo credit: Antoine Le

If breakfast is the most important meal of the day, then having a list of go-to’s for brunch in Austin is a must. I’ve compiled a list of my favorite brunch spots around town, and they all have deals, fun events or unique activities to attract you through the door.

Try them all out and let me know which place becomes your local brunch favorite. [Read more…]

Food Truck Park Now Open Behind University Co-op

Posted on November 21, 2013 by Brittany Highland

A Touch of Fire Thai at Co-op Food Court

A Touch of Fire Thai and covered seating at Co-op Food Court

The Co-op Food Court celebrated its grand opening in the lot behind University Co-op on September 26, 2013.

The new foodie haven features some big names in the local food truck scene, as well as lesser-known businesses that nonetheless offer delectable options for hungry visitors.

Here is the full list of food trucks at Co-op Food Court: [Read more…]

8 Facts You Didn’t Know About Tiff’s Treats

Posted on November 13, 2013 by Brittany Highland

Tiffany Taylor and Leon Chen, founders of Tiff’s Treats

I’m still shocked when an Austinite tells me they’ve never tried cookies from Tiff’s Treats. C’mon people, we’re talking about a local icon! If you’re currently hiding your face in shame, stop it and go order some cookies for yourself.

Yes, Tiff’s Treats is known for hot cookie deliveries, straight to your doorstep (you can even get them with Blue Bell ice cream). Bakeries around town may have half-decent cookies, but where else besides Grandma’s kitchen can you get them hot and meltingly delicious? [Read more…]

Antonelli’s Cheese Shop Inspires Pairings Across Austin

Posted on October 30, 2013 by Matthew Champion

Antonelli’s Cheese Shop

Despite being only a few years young, Antonelli’s Cheese Shop has quickly become an Austin staple, loved by many. You’ll see their name on a good number of restaurant menus throughout the city, and don’t be surprised if you bump into the friendly owners at a community event.

The owners, John and Kendall Antonelli, have fully embraced Austin and love being a part of such a diverse and blossoming food culture. Their humble Hyde Park shop is fully stocked with a range of wonderful cheeses, beautifully carved charcuterie, and hand-selected beers and wines – what’s not to love? [Read more…]

Lenoir: Five Star Dining Experience Exhibits Austin Hospitality

Posted on October 25, 2013 by Edgar Barguiarena

The incredible chandelier at Lenoir (and yes, the restaurant really is that cozy)

It’s a crisp early Autumn evening as you stroll through the neighborhood in no particular hurry, but eager to enjoy a good meal. You walk in and are instantly enveloped by a delicious aroma you recognize, yet can’t quite place. But it feels familiar. The place almost feels like home, but as you make your way through the entrance, you see strangers sitting in the dining room: laughing, eating, enjoying a glass of wine. “Welcome to Lenoir, thanks for joining us for dinner,” the hostess remarks with a smile as she leads you to your table.

Lenoir is a prix fixe restaurant nestled in the heart of the Bouldin Creek neighborhood on South 1st. Husband and wife owners Todd Duplechan and Jessica Maher have managed to convert a small cottage just south of downtown into an establishment that fosters one of Austin’s most unique and delectable dining experiences. To put it simply, I had one of the best [Read more…]

Big Top Candy Shop: Rare and Massive Selection on South Congress

Posted on October 24, 2013 by Brittany Highland

Big Top Candy Shop on South Congress

You don’t have to be a child to be dazzled by the sight of shelves brimming with colorful candy. Walk off the sidewalk of South Congress into Big Top Candy Shop, and chocolate-covered happiness will whisk away any troubles you were carrying around outside the door.

This isn’t your shopping-mall-style candy store. And it isn’t your toy/candy variety store. Since 2007, Big Top has concentrated on candy, candy, and more candy with the kind of laser-beam focus that tends to lead to success.

And lead to success it has. Though the store’s average sale is around $6.50, there’s almost always a line on weekends and during special events. Customers are able to find candy that reminds them of their childhood, or candy that they’ve only ever seen overseas. A soda fountain with Blue Bell ice cream and various drink offerings is the other aspect of Big Top’s unique business model that keeps visitors coming back (especially on hot Texas days).

What other local business has won an Austin Chronicle “Best Of” award before they even opened for business? [Read more…]

Sideserf Cake Studio Transforms Cakes into Lifelike Art

Posted on October 9, 2013 by Brittany Highland

Natalie Sideserf of Sideserf Cake Studio

“My whole life was art, art, art,” Natalie Sideserf told me recently during a happy hour meeting downtown. Not surprisingly, her interests led her to study art at Ohio State. But Natalie didn’t choose to apply her training to clay or plaster. Instead, in a turn of events that may have seemed odd to onlookers, she decided on an unconventional artistic medium: cake.

“Why can’t cake be art? It hasn’t been taken seriously enough,” Natalie exclaimed. You may not take it seriously either…until you see what this girl can do with some flour and sugar. [Read more…]

Pieous Chooses Fresh for Love of Food and Family

Posted on September 30, 2013 by Cris Mueller

Charming and inviting exterior at Pieous

Editor’s Note: As of July 23, 2018, Pieous has relocated to Belterra Village in Dripping Springs.

In just under one year, Josh and Paige Kaner introduced Pieous to a city full of experienced palettes and made their mark at the top of the Austin restaurant ranks, mastering the trade of pizza art.

Located west of the city at 12005 Highway 290 W, tucked under a handful of Texas live oaks, the Kaners created a living, breathing kitchen built with a complete vision of connectivity between food and human that any foodie or cook would cling to. [Read more…]

Is North Loop’s Workhorse Bar Great or Grimy?

Posted on September 10, 2013 by Dustin Vegas

Workhorse Bar and Grill in Austin

This post is inspired by Austinot Eric’s search for the best burger joint in Austin, a series on the Austinot. As always, the search isn’t only about the quality of the burger. It’s about the experience and the vibe of the burger joint as well.

This review is completely independent and my own. Feel free to comment with your opinion if you disagree with it!

The Workhorse in Hyde Park

If I had a TV show about my favorite things like Oprah, most of the show would be about burgers and craft beer. Forget artisan chocolate and Coach bags. I am a simple man with simple tastes.

Luckily for me, Austin is a wonderful place for these favorites of mine. [Read more…]

The Workhorse in Hyde Park

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