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”
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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”
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”
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