According to Wikipedia, the origins of “Happy Hour” are shrouded in mystery, but we are grateful nonetheless. Just as mysteriously, finding the perfect happy hour can be difficult in a city full of watering holes, but the well informed won’t have to travel far. Believe it or not, some of the city’s more affordable cocktail […]
Dolce Neve: All Natural and Authentic Gelato Shop Opens in S. Austin
Made-from-scratch, authentic gelato is coming to South Austin this week. Owners Marco, Francesca and Leo were born in Italy, and they remember going to the gelato shop as children. “It was the best part of the day,” Marco recalls nostalgically. All three had successful jobs and first-class educations when they decided to pursue the frozen […]
El Chile Is Ready When You Are with Delicious Appetizers and Desserts
Cravings for Mexican food strike me regularly, but I’m selective when it comes to adding local Mexican joints to my go-to list. When Bryan from El Chile invited us to stop by and give the weekend dining experience a try, I obliged with an open mind. Founded right here in Austin, El Chile has two […]
The Ultimate Guide to Cozy Coffee Date Spots in Austin
As I begin to celebrate my fifth year in Austin, I’m realizing many things about my life here and the spaces I choose to live it in. One piece of this Austin-based life I’ve mastered is finding the most satisfying places to test out my humor, palate and taste in men…and the venues they choose […]
This Year’s Best Winter Seasonal Beers: Christmas in My Cup
As hoodies and coats start making an appearance, so do our favorite winter seasonal beers. We may not get hit quite as hard as our neighbors to the north, but something about “frigid” 50-degree weather makes me start craving a nice bourbon-barrel aged stout. Once scarves come out, I start hankering for a nice Winter […]
Eat Up! Bacon Specializes in One of Austin’s Favorite Foods
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 […]
Peche Belongs on Your List of Go-To Cocktail Spots Downtown
Your downtown business meeting or special event just ended, and now all you want is a place to relax and enjoy a hand-crafted drink. If this is you, I recommend Peche. Located in the Warehouse District, on 4th Street just east of Lavaca, Peche’s unpretentious exterior is easy to pass without a second look. But […]
Best Brunch in Austin: Deals and Special Events You Won’t Want to Miss
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 […]
Food Truck Park Now Open Behind University Co-op
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 […]
House Wine: Go Out for a Glass of Wine at Home
If you’re looking for a place where you can enjoy a glass of well-selected wine and still feel like you’re in Austin, look no further than House Wine. It sits tucked away on Josephine Street, near P. Terry’s on South Lamar, and is perfect for a date or any good company if you’re seeking an […]
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