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Tacodeli’s Downtown Location Continues Legacy of Flavorful, Fresh Tacos

June 24, 2019 by Bill Tucker Leave a Comment

Tacodeli Breakfast Tacos in Austin — Lovely spread of Tacodeli breakfast tacos (Credit: Rachel Ayotte)

Here in Austin, the battle for taco supremacy is a bloody one. Families divided, friendships dashed, and Twitter feeds triggered over the age-old argument of who does it better. With the multitude of options available, it’s easy to get lost in the debate.

For those weary of the war, there’s a familiar shelter in the storm. A mainstay of excellence in the local Tex-Mex scene for almost 20 years, Tacodeli has endured using fresh ingredients, attention to quality, and a heart for all things local.

With a new downtown Austin location ready to open its doors, a whole new audience is poised to try this old favorite for the first time.

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Austin’s Speakeasy Secrets (Shhh): Firehouse Lounge

June 12, 2019 by Jonas White Leave a Comment

Packed bar at Firehouse Lounge in Downtown Austin — Firehouse Lounge, located inside Firehouse Hostel in downtown Austin

Next stop on Jonas’ quest to shed light on the underworld that is Austin’s speakeasy scene: Firehouse Lounge. As my Austin’s Speakeasy Secrets series continues, I’m noticing some similarities among my subjects.

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Art City Austin to Delight the Senses While Celebrating Diverse Local Art

April 4, 2019 by Joleen Jernigan Leave a Comment

Art City Austin Pop Art — Pop art, fan art, and fine art come together at Art City Austin (Credit: Art City Austin)

Austin’s wonderful weirdness is due in part to our artists of every hue. Art City Austin festival, the anchor event for Art Alliance Austin, will welcome dozens of artists to Republic Square Park on April 12-14, 2019.

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Austin’s Speakeasy Secrets (Shhh): Here Nor There

March 22, 2019 by Jonas White 3 Comments

Downtown Austin Speakeasy Here Nor There — Here Nor There (Credit: Travis Hallmark)

I heard about a speakeasy called Here Nor There in passing. The entrance was hidden. You needed to make a reservation on an app to get in. You could become a member for an annual fee. They served some of the best drinks in Austin and I had to visit because it was “an experience.”

For my second article spotlighting Austin’s best speakeasies, I visited Here Nor There downtown, to separate fact from fiction and see what the experience entailed.

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Scholz Garten Stands Strong in Austin After More Than 150 Years

March 12, 2019 by Krista Hager Leave a Comment

Scholz Garten: iconic Austin treasure (Credit: Scholz Garten)

Having grown up in Austin in the 1980s, I often feel a rush of mixed feelings when I frequent familiar parts of town that look almost unrecognizable. In the ever-changing, always hip city of Austin, there is a comforting nostalgia when you run across that rare gem that has stood strong for over a century. Scholz Garten is one such treasure, defining the downtown Austin scene and carving out a special space in history as the longest-running biergarten in America.

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The Refinery Shifts Focus, Becoming Women-only Space for Work and Socializing

February 20, 2019 by Brittany Ballard Leave a Comment

Refinery Austin Owner Hayley Wakefield and Team

Owner Hayley Wakefield and team (Credit: Dani Parsons)

Local coworking and event space, The Refinery, has grown exponentially since it opened its doors in early 2018. In addition to providing members with amazing perks and hosting inspiring events, the space just gives off a “feel-good” vibe.

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Austin’s Speakeasy Secrets (Shhh): The Good Life Bar Bar

February 18, 2019 by Jonas White Leave a Comment

The Good Life Bar Bar, one of Austin’s speakeasy-style bars

Editor’s note: The Good Life Bar Bar is now closed.

Sometimes you don’t know what you’re looking for until you’ve found it. One day you’re getting a haircut at the barbershop you’ve been going to for 10 years, and the next you have an offer to open your own bar behind said barbershop. If that feels like a fairly specific example, it’s because…surprise!…it’s based on a true story. Meet Brian Hummel, owner and operator of the The Good Life BAR BAR, a cozy and unique speakeasy in the heart of downtown Austin. [Read more…]

Le Politique Serves a Taste of France in Downtown Austin

January 23, 2019 by Brittany Ballard Leave a Comment

Le Politique is a local brasserie, patisserie, and coffee shop offering French dishes (Credit: Wynn Myers)

France has always been an interest of mine. In high school, I took French instead of Spanish and relished learning about the culture. Most importantly, I loved learning about the food.

Through my Austin food adventures, I’ve found a little piece of France. Le Politique, located in downtown Austin, is a local brasserie that doesn’t disappoint with its selection of classic and delicious French fare.

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Cheer Your Favorite Team at These 5 Sports Bars in Central Austin

January 2, 2019 by Jonas White Leave a Comment

Outside at 8 Track on Manor Road

We’re entering the few cold(ish) months of the year here in Austin. So what are we to do when it’s too chilly to kayak on Lady Bird Lake and we’ll only jump into frigid Barton Springs after losing a bet?

Here’s one guy’s solution: Grab a friend or 10 and head to your favorite sports bar. Below is a list of my five central Austin recommendations.

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Ciclo Restaurant Dances With Latin Flavor Downtown

November 28, 2018 by Samantha Saenz Leave a Comment

Ciclo is located inside The Four Seasons Hotel downtown (Credit: Galdones Photography)

Introducing Ciclo restaurant and neighboring Live Oak inside Four Seasons Hotel in downtown Austin! Ciclo is the latest concept from world-renowned restaurateur Richard Sandoval, led by Chef de Cuisine James Flowers (TRIO, Wink, Asti Trattoria, Cipollina).

Ciclo and Live Oak dance with Latin flavor, with the latter taking menu inspiration from Guadalajara, Mexico. I had the pleasure of experiencing both concepts. The way they complement each other makes Four Seasons a superb destination for dinner and drinks.
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