Guest article by Kristella Montiegel. Within the hip and diverse city of Austin, you’ll find an alluring presence of French culture and community. Fittingly so, since French colonization of Texas dates back to the the 1600’s. Traces of French influence – especially in historical locations, food and art – can be found throughout the Austin area. While […]
Top 4 Best Cookies in Austin
Guest article by Kathleen Crandall Austin’s Best Cookie? The winner is on this plate. I’d invite you over to share some, but I’m afraid all that’s left are crumbs. I have a tough job as a cookie reviewer. Having to go out there and hunt down the best cookie in Austin is a job full of challenges, but it […]
Drink Up, Chill Out at Hi Hat Public House
Everyone needs a neighborhood bar. A place that’s not just a convenient place you can walk to in the evening and stumble home from at night. But a social network inside walls. A place where people can meet, greet and become neighbors. When East Austin grew out of its reputation as the wrong side of the tracks, […]
Heart of Gold Farm Brings Healthy Food to the Hungry
Living in Austin provides the wonderful opportunity to regularly come across people who put their heart and soul into helping others and the environment. If you ever find yourself between Austin and Lockhart, you may run into a couple of these folks. Mike and Vanessa Torres run Heart of Gold Farm in Dale, Texas. Mike […]
Your Austin Burger for Every Mood
There’s no shortage of meat in this town. And while I do fancy a good steak or a BBQ feast, there’s nothing better than a cheeseburger to satisfy my meat tooth. Narrowing down the burger joint choices in Austin can cause some unwanted anxiety, though. I think I found the solution: letting my mood dictate […]
15 Over 15: Which Austin Eateries Have Survived the Years?
It’s no secret that running a restaurant or bar is difficult, especially in Austin. With so many opening every month, only the truly exceptional have what it takes to compete long term. So how admirable is it when an establishment can keep the doors open for 15, 20 or even 50 years? The purpose of this article […]
Battle of the Brunches Round 6: Bouldin Creek Cafe
What’s brunch without crispy bacon, spicy sausage, or maybe some brisket hash? If you’re at Bouldin Creek, you’ll find that brunch is exactly the way it should be. Bouldin Creek Cafe has been providing Austin with uniquely delicious vegetarian options for 14 years now, most of which can also be made into vegan dishes. During its […]
See for Yourself: The Highball Is Back
When The Highball closed its doors almost two years ago, it left a gaping hole in the Austin nightlife scene. Seriously. Where else could you grab a drink, sing a Miley Cyrus song and bowl ten frames without leaving the building? Now settled in its refurbished home, the South Lamar landmark is looking to reclaim its crown as […]
UT Food Lab Analyzes Our Food System
Editor’s Note: The Food Lab was renamed Food+City in mid-2015. You’ve embraced farm to table, but have you considered the path of your food in a scientific and cultural manner? That may sound like a lot to take in. But in my food loving reality, I can honestly say I don’t spend nearly enough time acknowledging […]
St. Philip: Get Baked with Uchi’s New Concept in Sunset Valley
Editor’s Note: As of Nov. 2, 2015, St. Philip is ceasing operations. Uchi Restaurant Group President John Baydale announced, “We learned many lessons with St. Philip, made some mistakes, but also realized where our strengths lie.” Editor’s Note: As of September 2015, St. Philip is closing its bakeshop to focus on the restaurant. It all began with […]
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