JINYA Ramen Bar Now Open on Rock Rose Avenue

JINYA Ramen Bar Full Disclosure: I attended a media tasting at JINYA Ramen Bar and sampled complimentary menu items. All opinions are my own. JINYA Ramen Bar is the newest addition to the Rock Rose district in North Austin. JINYA was founded by Tomonori Takahashi who opened the first JINYA Ramen Bar in Tokoyo in 2000. UponContinue reading “JINYA Ramen Bar Now Open on Rock Rose Avenue”

Street by Chinatown Serving Delicious Asian Street Food

Street Restaurant Now Open Street by Chinatown is a fresh new concept! The team at Street opened their doors in June and are rolling out \”Street Food. Sushi. No Frills. All Flavor.\” The new restaurant, located in the former Musashino space, is serving Asian street food from around the world.  Earlier this year I attendedContinue reading “Street by Chinatown Serving Delicious Asian Street Food”

Whole Foods Market Launches the Sushi Burrito

Sushi Burrito with Tuna Sushi Burritos are all the rage and this is one food trend that I am all for! I recently met up with a couple of girlfriends, to include Caitlin of @ouratx_official, for a Sunday Funday sushi brunch at Whole Foods Domain. We perused the enticing menu which includes a Veggie, Shrimp,Continue reading “Whole Foods Market Launches the Sushi Burrito”

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”

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”

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”

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”