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”
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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”
Shake Shack Launches the Chick\’n Shack
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”
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”
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