Full disclosure: I am an ambassador for the 2016 Fit Foodie Race and received complimentary registration for the race. The Cooking Light & Health Fit Foodie Race Weekend hosted by John Hancock returns to Austin June 24-26, 2016! This event is the ultimate celebration of food, fitness, and fun. I am so excited to beContinue reading “The Fit Foodie Run Returns to Austin”
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Hanabi Announces New Gateway Location and Special Offer
Hanabi is opening a new location on Tuesday, May 3rd and would like to express their appreciation for patrons who have supported them along the way. To accommodate you with better seating choices and atmosphere, they\’re expanding to a bigger location at the Gateway shopping mall! As they were reading through all the reviews forContinue reading “Hanabi Announces New Gateway Location and Special Offer”
Austin Beerworks 5 Year Anniversary Party and New Limited Edition Brew
Austin Beerworks patio – Photo by Amy Drohen Austin Beerworks is gearing up for their 5 year anniversary and to celebrate they are releasing a limited edition brew, Gingo De Mayo. This refreshing, Mexican-style lager is the perfect way to toast five years of success as they look forward to an upcoming expansion of the brewery thatContinue reading “Austin Beerworks 5 Year Anniversary Party and New Limited Edition Brew”
2016 Hill Country Film Festival
The Hill Country Film Festival was created in 2010 to celebrate and showcase filmmakers from Texas and around the world. In 2015, HCFF screened over 90 independent films, both short and feature length, as well as hosted filmmaker Q&A/interviews, discussion panels, a filmmaker’s lounge and festival parties. The festival will take place this year AprilContinue reading “2016 Hill Country Film Festival”
A Weekend of Chocolate and Bubbles
While sadly the Austin Food & Wine Festival outdoor programs were cancelled this weekend there a few noteworthy events to get your chocolate and bubbles fix! Here are three events that will surely lift your spirits: When: Friday, April 22nd from 5pm – 7pm What: Lenoir and Serena Lissy are teaming up for a ChocolatesContinue reading “A Weekend of Chocolate and Bubbles”
Vic & Al\’s Serving Cajun Cuisine at the Historic Scoot Inn
Vic & Al\’s Full disclosure: I attended a friends and family dinner and received a complimentary meal. All opinions are my own. The talented Nic Patrizi opens yet another superb culinary venture with his new trailer Vic & Al\’s. Vic & Al\’s opened last week serving elevated Cajun cuisine inside Austin\’s Historic Scoot Inn. TheContinue reading “Vic & Al\’s Serving Cajun Cuisine at the Historic Scoot Inn”
Grand Opening of Lick Ice Creams\’ New South Lamar Home
Fresh Oranges & Fennel, Roasted Beets & Fresh Mint and Dark Chocolate with Olive Oil Scoops at Lick Ice Creams Full Disclosure: I recently attended a media event at Lick Ice Cream and received a complimentary scoop. All opinions are my own. Lick Honest Ice Creams has moved its flagship location on 2032 S. LamarContinue reading “Grand Opening of Lick Ice Creams\’ New South Lamar Home”
AFBA Happy Hour at RA Sushi
HOT MESS at RA Sushi Full disclosure: I attended an AFBA happy hour and received complimentary samplings of apps and rolls. All opinions are my own. Once a month the Austin Food Blogger Alliance gathers for a group happy hour sponsored by restaurants in our great city. The March 2016 #AFBAHH included one of my favorite food groups, sushi! TheContinue reading “AFBA Happy Hour at RA Sushi”
Whole Foods and Chef Tien Ho Launch New Concept Tartinette
Full disclosure: I attended a media preview at Tartinette and received a complimentary sampling of the menu. All opinions are my own. Chef Tien Ho, new VP of culinary and hospitality at Whole Foods, is opening his new concept Tartinette today just in time for the SXSW crowds! Chef Tien Ho is a UT Austin alumContinue reading “Whole Foods and Chef Tien Ho Launch New Concept Tartinette”
DEE DEE Serving Up Traditional Northern Thai Street Food
Last weekend I had the pleasure of meeting Lakana and Justin the owners/chefs of DEE DEE Thai food trailer. This husband and wife duo are serving up some of the best Thai food in Austin. DEE DEE food trailer opened last week on east Cesar Chavez and is quickly earning rave reviews. Lakana learned herContinue reading “DEE DEE Serving Up Traditional Northern Thai Street Food”
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