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Pitchfork Pretty to Provide Elevated Everyday Dining in East Austin This Spring

February 14, 2017 by Jaclyn Hubersberger Leave a Comment

Pitchfork Pretty Austin

Pitchfork Pretty interior and exterior, still under construction in Austin (Credit: Jaclyn Hubersberger)

Editor’s Note: As of June 8, 2017, Pitchfork Pretty is open for business. The owner also purchased an abandoned lot near the restaurant and has started a garden, from which the restaurant will source produce.

Over the past five years, the East Austin neighborhood of East Cesar Chavez has been developing at a rapid pace that shows no signs of slowing. Following the recent openings of highly anticipated restaurants such as Grizzelda’s, Tillery Kitchen and Bar, and Kemuri Tatsu-ya comes Pitchfork Pretty, scheduled to open in [Read more…]

Filed Under: Food, Food & Drink Tagged With: eastside

5 Stylish Austin Bars Serving Up Cool Vibes and Inspired Cocktails

January 24, 2017 by Jaclyn Hubersberger Leave a Comment

Stylish Austin Bars

Bartender Andrew Campbell mixes a cocktail at Garage (Credit: Julie Cope Photography)

When I venture out for a stiff drink in a short glass, I seek a setting that rouses a sense of romance and sparks my imagination, where skillfully crafted cocktails are served. As someone who finds herself mired in the aesthetics of a room, the ambiance of a bar is important.

Sometimes you just want a beer and burger at the neighborhood joint, but other times you want to embark on an upscale, booze-fueled adventure that transports you to another time and place. In the case of the latter, here are my top five picks for the most stylish bars in Austin. [Read more…]

Filed Under: Drink, Entertainment, Food & Drink, Nightlife Tagged With: bars, cocktails

History Drenched Eberly Serves Reimagined Classics in a Dazzling Space

January 10, 2017 by Jaclyn Hubersberger Leave a Comment

Eberly Restaurant Austin

Credit: Andrew Bennett Photography

One of Austin’s most anticipated restaurant openings of the year, Eberly was unveiled on Oct. 15, 2016 as the newest restaurant addition on South Lamar, serving contemporary American cuisine.

Developed from what was an old print shop into what stands out as one of our city’s most dazzling spaces–a mix of Victorian and midcentury design aesthetics–Eberly aims to preserve the soul of Austin amid a growing population and changing landscape. As stated on their website, “Austin has always been a gathering place for risk takers, creative types and liberated thinkers. We’ve distilled that spirit into one distinctively authentic place.” [Read more…]

Filed Under: Drink, Food, Food & Drink Tagged With: south austin, south lamar

Crepe Crazy Provides Opportunities to Austin’s Deaf Community

November 29, 2016 by Jaclyn Hubersberger 4 Comments

Crepe Crazy Counter

Crepe Crazy customers order by pointing to large menu posted on the main counter (Credit: Jaclyn Hubersberger)

Upon entering Crêpe Crazy’s South Austin location, I was transported to a quaint European cafe. My senses were delighted by the scent of freshly-made crêpes, melted cheese and the occasional waft of espresso. The mid-century modern inspired decor boasted sleek lines, a warm color palette of mustard yellow and orange hues, marble white table tops, and spherical copper pendant lighting. At this point I was already smitten…and I hadn’t even ordered yet.

It doesn’t take long to realize there’s something unique about Crêpe Crazy, beyond the sophisticated decor and carefully-curated menu featuring a number of tantalizing options to satisfy cravings of both savory and sweet. As I glanced across the counter into the open kitchen, I noticed the kitchen staff was silent. Their preferred method of communication? Sign language. [Read more…]

Filed Under: Food, Food & Drink Tagged With: dripping springs, south austin, south lamar

Participate in Austin Empty Bowl Project’s 20th Year of Fighting Hunger

November 15, 2016 by Jaclyn Hubersberger Leave a Comment

Austin Empty Bowl Project

All ages can participate in Austin Empty Bowl Project (Credit: Studio Stence Photography)

As we move into the holiday season, I begin to reflect on all I have to be thankful for and consider how I can help those in my community who are less fortunate. If you’re also looking for a way to give back this holiday season, Austin Empty Bowl Project is a cause highly deserving of your support. Over the past 19 years, Austin Empty Bowl Project has raised over $900,000 to help feed hungry Central Texans. Now celebrating 20 years, the goal is the $1 million mark.

The family-friendly event will be held on Sunday, Nov. 20 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Central Texas Food Bank, located at 6500 Metropolis Dr. For a donation of $20, guests are invited to choose their favorite from over 4,000 handmade ceramic bowls donated by local artists, which are then filled with soup and bread from some of Austin’s best restaurants. When it’s time to leave, have your bowl wrapped up to take home as a reminder of those whose bowls are empty. [Read more…]

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5 Un-Pho-Gettable Vietnamese Restaurants in Austin

October 31, 2016 by Jaclyn Hubersberger Leave a Comment

PhoNatic Vietnamese Restaurant in Austin

“212” Pho, spring rolls, Thai tea and Filet Mignon Pho at PhoNatic in Austin (Credit: Jaclyn Hubersberger)

Like most Austinites, I welcome cooler weather after enduring a seemingly endless summer. November marks the beginning of sweater weather, and you can bet that about the time I reach for something knitted, I’m darting out the door to devour a steaming bowl of pho in Austin.

Of all the Vietnamese dishes to garner attention in the West, none have achieved the same level of adoration as phở (pronounced “fuh”), which also happens to be the national dish of Vietnam. Pho is comfort food at its finest: warm and hearty, and served in generous portions. Piping hot broth is poured over rice noodles and the desired protein or veggies, then served with [Read more…]

Filed Under: Food, Food & Drink

Meet 5 Austin Women Entrepreneurs Focused on Sustainability

October 18, 2016 by Jaclyn Hubersberger 1 Comment

Tara Chapman Two Hives Honey in Austin

Tara Chapman of Two Hives Honey opens up one of her hives (Credit: Jaclyn Hubersberger)

What do a former nurse, federal government employee, paralegal, teacher and banker have in common? They’re all Austin women entrepreneurs who traded their careers to open small businesses in our city. And they all share a passion for the local community and a commitment to sustainability.

Austin’s entrepreneurial spirit is rivaled by few other cities, and it seems more and more people are abandoning traditional careers in favor of forging their own way through less conventional means. Meet five Austin women who have turned what began as hobbies into budding local businesses, and who are thinking globally while acting at the grassroots level. [Read more…]

Filed Under: Discoveries, Local Business

Eat, Drink and Be Merry During Austin Fermentation Festival

September 27, 2016 by Jaclyn Hubersberger Leave a Comment

Austin Fermentation Festival 2015

Attendees sample products during 2015 Austin Fermentation Festival (Credit: Jo Ann Santangelo)

There’s no better place to hold a festival dedicated solely to the art of fermented foods than our festival-obsessed city known for its vibrant food scene. On Oct. 2 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., more than 40 vendors, brewers and artisans will converge on the grounds of Barr Mansion (10463 Sprinkle Road) with one thing in common: their love of fermentation. This will be the third annual Austin Fermentation Festival, presented by Texas Farmers’ Market with the support of sponsors Whole Foods Market and Barr Mansion.

Beyond tasting a variety of your favorite fermented foods from award-winning local vendors, while enjoying live music on an enchanting, historic property, you’ll be helping to secure the livelihood of Texas farmers. Event proceeds will benefit the Texas Farmers Market Farmer Emergency Fund, which offers financial assistance to farmers and ranchers in times of environmental, personal or other crises. [Read more…]

Filed Under: Archives

Experience Holistic Dining at Picnik, Austin’s First Paleo-friendly Restaurant

September 13, 2016 by Jaclyn Hubersberger Leave a Comment

Picnik Paleo Friendly Orange Chicken Broccoli

Orange Chicken Broccoli with crispy chicken, orange-honey glaze, broccoli, green beans and sesame seeds
(Credit: Sarah Doliver)

If you suffer from food allergies or autoimmune disease, you know that dining out can be restrictive. As a foodie who later developed celiac disease, the number of restaurants in Austin where I’m able to dine safely can be counted on both hands. I wrote about these safety bunkers in my article, “Top 10 Austin Restaurants When It MUST Be Gluten-free.” Thanks to Picnik, that number has grown to 11. [Read more…]

Filed Under: Food, Food & Drink

Austin Tiny Home Living: Minimizing Space to Maximize Freedom

August 31, 2016 by Jaclyn Hubersberger Leave a Comment

Austin Tiny Home Living

Larry Rolon poses with pet Chihuahua, Cookie, in front of his tiny home designed and built by TexZen Tiny Home Co. (Credit: Jaclyn Hubersberger)

As a minimalist with an interest in sustainability, excited by the challenge of living in small spaces with a fear of geographical commitment, you could say I’m an ideal candidate for the tiny home lifestyle. But this wasn’t always the case.

Living in a space more than eight times smaller than the average American home didn’t appeal to me until I moved to Washington, D.C. in 2010, where the cost of renting a one-bedroom apartment was roughly $2,000 per month. In that market, my budget afforded me a studio apartment with less than 300 square feet. To my surprise, I found that not only could I tolerate life in a micro dwelling, but I liked it. The dramatic purging of my belongings ultimately led to a feeling of liberation, not deprivation.

When I stumbled upon the tiny house movement in 2012, I was smitten by the thought of designing my own miniature abode [Read more…]

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