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8 Happy Hour Burgers to Order at Austin’s Local Restaurants

July 5, 2018 by Vi Chetan Leave a Comment

Happy Hour Burger at Hillside Farmacy

Happy hour burger and malt vinegar fries at Hillside Farmacy

Hungry Austinites know burgers are omnipresent. So what better time to get a taste of it all than during happy hour? Vegan, vegetarian, pescatarian, or whatever your diet may be, you’re in for a treat! We did our research and put together a list of 8 local Austin restaurants that feature unforgettable happy hour burgers. [Read more…]

Filed Under: Food, Food & Drink Tagged With: burgers, happy hour

Take Two Steps Back in Time at The Old Coupland Inn & Dance Hall

June 19, 2018 by Vi Chetan Leave a Comment

The outside of The Coupland Inn

Outside The Old Coupland Inn & Dance Hall in Coupland, Texas, north of Elgin

Dance halls hold a special places in Texan hearts. For much longer than I’ve been around, they’ve been places for the community to gather, share a dance, and be part of a bigger family. Many historical dance halls dot our state, and one such gem is The Old Coupland Inn & Dance Hall, east of Round Rock and about 40 minutes from downtown Austin.

The tiny town of Coupland became a center for live music and barbecue decades ago, drawing crowds almost as big as the population of the town itself. What is it about this quaint establishment that makes it so special? That’s exactly what I sought to find out by spending a day and night at the inn.

[Read more…]

Filed Under: Day Trips, Discoveries

Empowered Coffee Designs Meaningful Opportunities for Employees

June 4, 2018 by Vi Chetan Leave a Comment

Empowered Coffee Austin

A friendly smile, as sported by William here, is served with each cup from Empowered Coffee (Credit: Josh Baker)

Editor’s Note: Empowered Coffee shuttered in January 2019 due to a rent hike. 

What comes to mind when you think of coffee shops in Austin? Maybe an industrial interior, memorable coffee, latte art, or the barista–that bearded, tattooed, man-bun sporting espresso master. At Empowered Coffee, you will find all of these, except the barista you first envisioned.

This unpretentious coffee shop has one goal: serve a great cup of coffee. No long lines, complicated drinks, or pseudo-intellectual conversations. Empowered Coffee employs adults with intellectual or developmental disabilities (IDDs). The mission is to empower IDD adults by providing meaningful employment and growth opportunities. [Read more…]

Filed Under: Archives Tagged With: coffee, coffee shops

Hopdoddy Reveals New Menu Items Including First Breakfast Burger Ever

May 15, 2018 by Vi Chetan Leave a Comment

HopDoddy New Menu Items for 2018

Hopdoddy burgers and cocktails (Credit: Hopdoddy)

Carnivores, pescatarians, and vegetarians have all given their stamp of approval to Hopdoddy. Not only does this Austin staple serve a killer burger, but the milkshakes and cocktails are outstanding, as well. And this just in: Hopdoddy is cooking up new plates for 2018. The just-released menu features several new shakes and a “shareables” section with diverse fry flavors.

I had a chance to try the new items out (and loved everything). I would say, “read on to learn more,” but I’m mostly going to let the photos do the talking here.

[Read more…]

Filed Under: Drink, Food, Food & Drink Tagged With: burgers, cocktails, dessert

5 A-May-zing Ways to Celebrate Cinco de Mayo in Austin

May 1, 2018 by Vi Chetan Leave a Comment

Cinco de Mayo Austin at Chuy's

Start your Cinco de Mayo first thing at Chuy’s (Credit: Chuy’s)

Cinco de Mayo is right around the corner, y’all! Celebrating Mexico’s surprise victory over the French has been a tradition for almost two centuries. And it’s a tradition full of great music, food, and cocktails.

Every year, Austin organizations and restaurants put together some spectacular events for all to enjoy. Here’s a roundup of where to go for Cinco de Mayo in Austin this year.

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Preservation Austin Has Been Saving the Good Stuff for 65 Years

April 25, 2018 by Vi Chetan Leave a Comment

Austin Texas Downtown Skyline

Our first love, Austin (Credit: Stuart Seeger via Flickr CC)

Our city is full of culture, thriving communities, and rich history. The stuff that makes Austin “weird.” Can you imagine The Continental Club in shiny, new digs? No, right? Its location and character are what make it special. While Austin continues to grow at break-neck speed, Preservation Austin strives to keep places like The Continental Club alive and thriving. This important organization has been “saving the good stuff” for 65 years now!

[Read more…]

Filed Under: Culture, Et Cetera, History, Non-Profits

Women-led Filigree Theatre Honors Past, Present, Future Through Productions

April 10, 2018 by Vi Chetan Leave a Comment

Delicate Ship Set by Filigree Theatre Austin

Set of “A Delicate Ship” by Anna Ziegler (Credit: Nicolette Mallow)

When Elizabeth V. Newman and Stephanie Moore met, neither one anticipated founding a theatre company together. But all the hard work paid off and Austin-based Filigree Theater came to be. With Newman as Artistic Director and Moore as Managing Director, the women-led artistic group has produced several critically-acclaimed shows. Newman and Moore have worked diligently to shine light on Austin’s visual and performing arts that go beyond the music our city is known for. [Read more…]

Filed Under: Entertainment, Theatre

Aiko Lyne Helms Emmer & Rye Dessert Team at 20 Years Old

March 27, 2018 by Vi Chetan 1 Comment

Aiko Lyne Head Pastry Chef at Emmer & Rye

Aiko Lyne, Head Pastry Chef at Emmer & Rye

A high schooler who knows exactly what she wants to be professionally is a rare find. I remember my high school days. I was only concerned with making a C in all my classes, in the hopes of getting out of my parents’ home soon. If someone asked what I wanted to be, I didn’t have much to say.

But I recently met an extraordinary 20-year-old here in Austin. Her name is Aiko Lyne, and she’s Head Pastry Chef at Emmer & Rye. On her day off, the two of us sat down for a chat at the restaurant. When I asked what she was doing there, she told me her definition of a day off is to help in the kitchen and plan for the next service.

This response gives you an idea of how much Lyne loves what she does, and how much she enjoys being at Emmer & Rye. [Read more…]

Filed Under: Austinot Loves, Discoveries, Food, Food & Drink

Mia Italian Tapas & Bar Fuses Italian and Spanish Cuisine in North Austin

March 12, 2018 by Vi Chetan Leave a Comment

Mia Italian Tapas & Bar outdoor patio

Mia Italian’s outdoor patio is perfect for enjoying summer nights with a cocktail and tapas
(Credit: Mia Italian Tapas & Bar)

Every day is a good day to be a foodie in Austin. People from all over the world bring flair to the food they serve. Dee Dee brings Thai street food straight from Thailand. Kemuri Tatsu-ya and Chi’Lantro blend Asian roots with Texas barbecue to yield mind-blowing dishes.

And hidden in Rock Rose at Domain Northside, Mia Italian Tapas & Bar brings its own little twist to the Austin food scene: a marriage of Italian and Spanish cuisine.

[Read more…]

Filed Under: Food, Food & Drink Tagged With: north austin, pizza, rock rose, the domain

5 Fun Things to Do With Animals in Austin

February 21, 2018 by Vi Chetan Leave a Comment

Off-leash Dog Area in Austin at Turkey Creek

With Poe at Turkey Creek, one of many off-leash trails Austin has to offer

It’s no secret that Austin is a thriving city with plenty of activities to enjoy. While it’s common knowledge that Austin is also super dog-friendly, do you know about the other fur-friend attractions? Don’t worry; we did the research for you. Here are five fun things to do with animals in Austin!

[Read more…]

Filed Under: Activities, Discoveries Tagged With: yoga

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