Chick\’n Shack at Shake Shack Full disclosure: I attended an Instagram meet-up at Shake Shack in the Domain and received a complimentary meal. All opinions are my own. I recently attended a Chick\’n Shack Instagram Meetup where we got a first look at Shake Shack\’s newest menu item. The Chick\’n Shack is made with chickenContinue reading “Shake Shack Launches the Chick\’n Shack”
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Growler USA Now Pouring 100 Taps & More Near UT Campus
Meridian Hive Mead at Growler USA Full disclosure: I attended a preview party at Growler USA and received complimentary samplings of drinks and bites. All opinions are my own.Growler USA is a new microbrew pub pouring 100 American-made craft beverages near UT. 65 of the taps are Texas-made. In addition to an exceptional beer tapContinue reading “Growler USA Now Pouring 100 Taps & More Near UT Campus”
AFBA Happy Hour at Pacific Rim Sushi & Yakitori Lounge
Tuna Nachos at Pacific Rim Sushi & Yakitori Lounge Full disclosure: I attended a complimentary happy hour at Pacific Rim Sushi & Yakitori Lounge. 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 February 2016 #AFBAHH includedContinue reading “AFBA Happy Hour at Pacific Rim Sushi & Yakitori Lounge”
Isla Now Serving Brunch with Island Influences
Paloma at Isla Full disclosure: I attended an Instagram meet-up at Isla and received a complimentary brunch. All opinions are my own. Isla is a Caribbean cantina serving up island-inspired food and drinks with Texas flair. Executive chef John Lichtenberger, chef de cuisine Roman Murphy and bar manager Miguel Lopez keep Isla\’s menu fresh andContinue reading “Isla Now Serving Brunch with Island Influences”
2016 City Guide to Sushi in Austin
This is my contribution for the 2016 Austin Food Blogger Alliance City Guide. Sushi is my favorite food group and luckily there are some exceptional sushi restaurants in Austin. While some of my favorite spots have closed this year we also got some wonderful additions to the Austin area. East Austin Masu-Zushi Roll at KyotenContinue reading “2016 City Guide to Sushi in Austin”
Sushi Junai 2 Now Open in North Austin
Cucumber Passion Roll at Sushi Junai 2 Sushi Junai 2 recently opened their doors in North Austin. The new location is open for lunch and dinner serving the same menu featuring both an a la carte and all-you-can-eat menu. The AYCE options is excellent for those with a larger appetite and groups that want toContinue reading “Sushi Junai 2 Now Open in North Austin”
Valentine\’s Inspired Cocktails with Zodiac Vodka & A.K.A. Mixology
With Valentine\’s Day right around the corner we met with Alicia Kim, owner and founder of A.K.A. Mixology, for some exciting sweetheart themed cocktails with Zodiac Black Cherry Vodka. The results of Alicia\’s creations were phenomenal and will set the mood for a romantic Valentine\’s Day! Black Cherry Fizz – photo by Jesse Drohen ShowContinue reading “Valentine\’s Inspired Cocktails with Zodiac Vodka & A.K.A. Mixology”
Wine & Food Foundation of Texas and Texas Monthly Presents 2nd Annual Toast & Roast
The Wine & Food Foundation of Texas hosts a phenomenal line up of wine and food centric events throughout the year. Through their philanthropy program many of these events benefit nonprofits in our community to include Dell Children\’s Medical Center, Capital Area Food Bank, Urban Roots and Texas A&M Viticulture & Fruit Lab. I haveContinue reading “Wine & Food Foundation of Texas and Texas Monthly Presents 2nd Annual Toast & Roast”
Flyrite Landing in East Austin on February 7th
Full disclosure: I attended a preview Tasting at Flyrite and received a complimentary meal. All opinions are my own. Flyrite Chicken is opening their first store in their new east Austin digs at 10 a.m. on Sunday, February 7th. They will celebrate with a grand opening party the following weekend on Sunday, February 14th. FestivitiesContinue reading “Flyrite Landing in East Austin on February 7th”
Barley Swine Launches "Swine Time" on Burnet Rd.
Barley Swine at Burnet Rd. Barley Swine opened their doors at the shiny new Burnet Rd. location in January 2016. The new space has a gorgeous welcoming patio facing Burnet Rd. The handsome decor inside the restaurant represents the Barley Swine concept perfectly with a farm-to-table feel. Swine Time menu at Barley Swine Last weekContinue reading “Barley Swine Launches "Swine Time" on Burnet Rd.”
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