VIVO\’s One Year Anniversary Party

Cucumber Margarita at VIVO Austin’s classic Tex Mex restaurant VIVO is celebrating their one-year anniversary at the new location in The Linc shopping center. The celebration will kick off Tuesday, November 24th from 11:00am – 9:00pm. The festivities will include a variety of exclusive menu options and drink specials featured at the party, while guests canContinue reading “VIVO\’s One Year Anniversary Party”

Veterans Day 2015 Dining & Movie Specials

 Hopdoddy Burger Bar Hopdoddy Burger Bar appreciates those who have sacrificed for our country; and as a small gesture, each location will discount 50% off of all checks for active-duty service members and veterans. Discount includes all food and beverages (that means shakes, too!) with alcohol included. This November 11, veterans and active military membersContinue reading “Veterans Day 2015 Dining & Movie Specials”

Unit-D Pizzeria Serving Wood-Fired Pizzas & More

Unit-D Pizzeria Disclaimer: I attended a complimentary tasting at Unit-D Pizzeria. All opinions are my own. Unit-D founders Shalou and Eric Barth moved to Austin from San Francisco in 2007. The duo dearly missed the artisan pizzas that were prevalent in the bay area and found themselves making pizza at home several times a week.Continue reading “Unit-D Pizzeria Serving Wood-Fired Pizzas & More”

RA Sushi Now Open in Downtown Austin

RA Sushi Austinite Sushi lovers it\’s time to rejoice as there is a new sushi bar located downtown! RA Sushi opened the doors to their Austin location on October 19th. RA sushi opened their first location  in 1997, was later acquired by Benihana and has since launched nation wide. RA Sushi is located above CapitalContinue reading “RA Sushi Now Open in Downtown Austin”

Menu Preview at Opal Divine\’s

Opal Divine\’s Davenport Full Disclosure: I recently attended a complimentary tasting at Opal Divine\’s Davenport. All opinions are my own. I recall my first visit to Opal Divine\’s on West 6th street about 10-12 years ago. I sat on the patio with the misters cooling us off while sipping a margarita. Did you know thatContinue reading “Menu Preview at Opal Divine\’s”

Heading Back to School with Salata

Bento-box Style Kids Meal at Salata Full Disclosure: I am partnering with Salata to bring some healthy new posts to my blog. Salata provided me a Salata gift card to cover the cost of the menu items featured. All opinions are my own. Salata launched new kids menu items that will have the kiddos excitedContinue reading “Heading Back to School with Salata”

A First Look at Fukumoto Izakaya & Sushi

Fukumoto Izakaya & Sushi Full Disclosure: I attended a complimentary media tasting at Fukumoto Izakaya & Sushi. All opinions are my own. Chef Kazu Fukumoto is opening Fukumoto Izakaya & Sushi this week and I got a sneak peek at his gorgeous new restaurant. Chef Fukumoto, formerly of Musashino Sushi Dokoro, is an extremely talented chefContinue reading “A First Look at Fukumoto Izakaya & Sushi”

Fukumoto Pop-Up at Qui

Moto Utsunomiya and Chef Kazu Fukumoto  Earlier this year I attended Chef Kazu Fukumoto\’s pop-up sushi dinner at Qui and had a taste of what to expect with his new restaurant concept. After enjoying this unbelievable dinner, Fukomoto Izakaya & Sushi won me over as the most anticipated Austin restaurant opening in 2015. While theContinue reading “Fukumoto Pop-Up at Qui”

Dinner and Cocktails at Sagra Trattoria and Bar

Sagra Trattoria and Bar is serving delectable Italian fare in East Austin. This charming restaurant is the perfect place to enjoy happy hour, is an incredible brunch spot with bottomless mimosas and a romantic place for diner in their gorgeous dining room. Sagra Trattoria and Bar Disclaimer: I attended a complimentary tasting at Sagra TrattoriaContinue reading “Dinner and Cocktails at Sagra Trattoria and Bar”

The Generous Pour Summer Wine Event

The Generous Pour at Capital Grille Disclaimer: I attended a complimentary tasting at Capital Grille. All opinions are my own. If you are looking for an exceptional dinner with fine wines this month then look no further than Capital Grille! Capital Grille has an exciting annual event appropriately named \”The Generous Pour\”. From early JulyContinue reading “The Generous Pour Summer Wine Event”