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Chicken Lollypop Food Truck Serves Fresh Indian/Chinese Fusion

Posted on May 21, 2018 by Jonas White

Chicken Lollypops

Chicken Lollypops, the namesake menu item at this east Austin food truck

I had heard about the food at Immie Shaikh’s Chicken Lollypop. Friends and strangers alike would tell me about this little Indian/Chinese fusion eatery in the back of an Austin grocery store on Braker Lane, and how I just had to try it. I wish I’d taken their advice sooner.

Chicken Lollypop began operating out of an understated food trailer in my east side neighborhood in early 2018, after moving from Braker Lane. Now I’m the one telling my friends, strangers, and Austinot readers: do yourself a favor and try this place as soon as you can. [Read more…]

Filed Under: Food, Food & Drink Tagged With: chinese, eastside, food trailers, food trucks, indian

Old Thousand Releases Dope Chinese Menu for Lunch

Posted on October 3, 2017 by Vi Chetan

Dope Lunch spread at Old Thousand

Dope lunch spread at Old Thousand

It’s been almost a year since Old Thousand opened its doors on 1000 E. 11th St. The eatery has delivered on its promise of eclectic, modern interpretations of Chinese food, with innovative dishes that are an adventure for the palate. Its tagline is simple: Dope Chinese. Not “authentic,” not “traditional,” but “dope” Chinese food.

And the food is dope, indeed. No Panda Express orange chicken here. Each dish carries Old Thousand’s creative touch. The food also hints at the restaurant’s Texas origin by including brisket and other smoked meats.

A weekend brunch service followed the runaway success of dinner. And now, Old Thousand has expanded again by introducing lunch service. [Read more…]

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

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