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Austin’s Speakeasy Secrets (Shhh): Floppy Disk Repair Co.

Posted on September 9, 2019 by Jonas White

Throughout the course of my Speakeasy Secrets series, I’ve been reminded over and over that the term “speakeasy” can be earned in a number of ways. Some speakeasies get the distinction because of their devotion to craft cocktails. Others offer Prohibition-era decor and an early 1900s vibe. Then there are the speakeasies that pride themselves on secrecy. Maybe they require a code or a password. Maybe they’re hidden, perhaps even behind a storefront that could only be described as outdated. Like a floppy disk repair shop.

The first time I noticed Floppy Disk Repair Co. on East Fifth and Brazos, I did a double take. New to Austin, I wondered what most people who aren’t in the know must wonder: how does a floppy disk repair shop survive in 2019? Only later did I hear rumors of a speakeasy behind the confusing storefront.

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Rosedale Kitchen and Bar Designs Menu to Satisfy Your Whole Group

Posted on September 2, 2019 by Krista Hager

Happy Hour Dishes at Rosedale Kitchen and Bar in Austin — Feast for the tastebuds at Rosedale Kitchen and Bar (Credit: Elizabeth Van Huffel)

It can take hours for everyone in a group text to agree on where to eat. Diverse tastes, allergies, lifestyles, and ages are all factors. You need a place chic enough for young professionals, but relaxed enough for squiggly families; healthy enough for fit friends, but tasty enough for the foodie in the group. Friends, you are in luck. I’ve found your next hangout and it is just right: Rosedale Kitchen and Bar.

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Get to Know SouthBites General Manager and Head Barista Denise Caballero

Posted on August 27, 2019 by Brittany Ballard

SouthBites Coffee Shop Austin — Inside SouthBites (Credit: SouthBites)

Come March, the excitement of South by Southwest Conference & Festivals will take over Austin. Behind all our fun is a team of specialists and volunteers who make everything come together. This happens at the new SXSW Center on Lavaca Street, where the general public can enjoy SouthBites year-round.

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8 Austin Beer Pros Get Us Pumped for Texas Craft Brewers Festival

Posted on August 26, 2019 by James Lipari

Texas Craft Brewers Festival Aerial — Overlooking Texas Craft Brewers Festival in Austin (Credit: Jason Youngblood)

Guest article by James Lipari

On Sept. 28, 2019, at Fiesta Gardens, Austin will once again proudly host the state’s largest beer event, Texas Craft Brewers Festival.

If you’ve ever been to a beer festival, you may know what to expect. With over 75 breweries in attendance serving samples of their hard work, you are bound to find your next favorite beer. If you haven’t been to a beer festival, then this is the one you really shouldn’t miss. Even if you don’t think you like beer, it could just be that you haven’t had the right one yet.

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Austin’s Speakeasy Secrets (Shhh): Midnight Cowboy

Posted on August 12, 2019 by Jonas White

You can’t just walk into Midnight Cowboy on a Saturday night and expect to get the experience, or the cocktails, everyone raves about. Certain steps are necessary. This may be why it took me three years to visit what is perhaps Austin’s most well-known speakeasy. Planning ahead has never been my strong suit.

When I made my reservation, found the hidden door, rang the bell, and sat in a booth for the first time, it didn’t take long to figure out why so many people recommended Midnight Cowboy over the years. For the sixth installment of The Austinot’s Speakeasy Secrets series, I’ll teach you how you too can have this same experience, and why you should make it a priority to do so.

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Ooga Booga Takes Breakfast All Day to Next Level With Stuffed Waffles

Posted on August 6, 2019 by Brittany Ballard

Ooga Booga Waffles Food Truck in Austin — Ooga Booga Waffles offers delicious stuffed waffles from a food truck on Burnet Road

Imagine your favorite breakfast item. Now, imagine it stuffed inside a waffle. Local food truck and catering company, Ooga Booga Waffles, has taken Austin’s waffle game to the next level. The local business has created a fun twist on a traditional breakfast item, and it’s something you don’t want to miss.

Whether you’re a fan of sweet or savory items, Ooga Booga Waffles will make your next breakfast one of your most waffle-tastic.

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10 Best of Texas Wine Country: Where to Go Now and Why

Posted on July 29, 2019 by Camellia Falcon

The first time I went to Texas Hill Country as a wine destination was about 15 years ago. It was akin to visiting a small farm, and I left without bothering to dream of what it could become.

If this story were made into a romantic comedy, a montage would now begin of Texas wine makers learning the Texas grapes, testing and finding the grape varietals that were going to work best in Texas, and building beautiful tasting rooms and properties. People from all over the world would hear of the Texas Wine Country region, as the number of wineries grew to more than 260. I would return a decade later, and fall in love.

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Sip Some Dulce Vida, the Local Tequila That’s So Austin

Posted on July 24, 2019 by Krista Hager

Dulce Vida Cocktail for Summer — Dulce Vida summer vibes (Credit: PopSugar)

If the spirit of Austin could be materialized into a spirit, then Dulce Vida tequila packs the right type of punch. It’s crafted with care, low-carb, vegan, and mellow yet flavorful. It even has a positive impact on the Austin community through partnerships with nonprofits.

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Here’s What You Need to Know About the Tatsu-ya Restaurants in Austin

Posted on July 23, 2019 by Brittany Ballard

DipDipDip Tatsu-ya in Austin — DipDipDip Tatsu-ya is the newest addition to the Tatsu-ya restaurant group (Credit: Julia Keim)

When I attended St. Edward’s University, I went on a one-week trip to Japan to learn more about the Japanese culture, as part of a global business ethics and responsibilities course. The trip was amazing! Everything about the country blew me away, especially the food.

Luckily, we have our fair share of authentic and mouth-watering Japanese cuisine here in Austin. I’m sure you’ve heard of one of the restaurants I frequent: Ramen Tatsu-ya. But did you know the Tatsu-ya group has three other restaurants in Austin, with a fourth on the way?

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Fluff Meringues & More Creates Decadent Desserts in Laid-back Setting

Posted on July 22, 2019 by Bill Tucker

Fluff Meringues & More Dessert Selection in Austin — Fluff Meringues & More offers drops, macaroons, and treats of all styles (Credit: Leonid Furmansky)

When you think of local baked goods, what’s the first thing that comes to mind? Giant slices of pecan pie? A heaping mound of Cop Stop ice cream from Amy’s? Or maybe a doughnut sandwich from Gourdough’s tickles your sweet tooth.

Prepare to add something a bit more delicate to that pantheon of delectable Austin treats. By perfecting the under-appreciated and oft maligned meringue, the team at Fluff Meringues & More has filled a niche local foodies didn’t know they needed. These sweet treats are created with impeccable technique, exquisite style, and out of this world flavors.

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