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Visit Patika, An All-Day Cafe in Austin

March 9, 2017 by

For fresh baked goods, delicious sandwiches, and top-notch coffee, check out Patika, a casual breakfast and lunch spot on South Lamar. Open daily from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m., Patika is known for its fresh ingredients and fine coffee. The cafe is most commonly known as a place for breakfast and lunch with all-day menu items like avocado toast, scrambles, granola, sandwiches, and more. For sweets, the menu changes daily, but regular offerings include muffins, scones, and cookies that pair perfectly with the coffee here.

The coffee menu regularly features either a local roaster or coffee from an artisan roaster from a different part of the country, but if you'd rather relax and enjoy an alcoholic beverage here, a curated selection of beer and wine is available for purchase. There is seating throughout the cafe for those who want to enjoy their food and drinks on site. Conveniently, this all-day cafe is located only six miles from Elan East.

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Feast on Authentic Chinese Fare at Wu Chow

March 1, 2017 by

One of Austin’s favorite casual Chinese restaurants is Wu Chow, a popular eatery that is just 10 minutes from Elan East. The menu is full of authentic Chinese fare that is available for delivery, takeout, and dine-in options. Popular items on the menu include the dan dan noodles, Shanghai soup dumplings, the chicken egg rolls, and the pork belly bao. Many locals love this spot for its affordable prices, with most of the items on the menu ringing in at less than $20. Plus, an excellent happy hour is available from 5 to 6:30 p.m., Monday through Friday.

In addition to food, cocktails, beer, and wine are available for purchase at the eatery. The restaurant is open for lunch and dinner Monday through Friday, dinner on Saturdays, and dim sum on Sundays. Grab some friends and make a reservation at this authentic Chinese restaurant one day soon!

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Visit Delysia Chocolatier for Fine Chocolates in Austin

February 21, 2017 by

Local chocolate is the name of the game at Delysia Chocolatier, one of Austin’s finest spots for handmade chocolates. The chocolates are all made right here in the city and use all local ingredients. The shop's chocolatier was inspired by the artisan shops throughout Europe. She started working on her craft and, with time, became recognized as a Top 10 Chocolatier in the nation. Today, she crafts fine chocolates in a slew of varieties with the help of a talented team.

The chocolates here come in a range of varieties including truffles, bark, drinking chocolate, and seasonal and specialty items. Try the wine-infused truffles for something truly decadent or sip the peppermint drinking chocolate to warm yourself up this season. Whether you’re looking for a gift or something for yourself, this chocolate shop is a great spot to visit.

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Sip on Something Exotic at Kung Fu Tea

February 15, 2017 by

Strawberry-lemon green tea. Oreo milk tea. Taro slushies. These are just a few of the exotic options that await at Kung Fu Tea, a specialty shop in Austin that's dedicated to Taiwanese bubble tea. Although the team takes some liberties and adds contemporary touches to the teas, they're all inspired by the authentic creations that founders Michael, Allen, and Ray encountered when they actually traveled to Taiwan in 2009.

If it's a classic type of tea that you're craving, order the honey green tea, the KF oolong tea, or the winter melon green tea. For something creamier and more substantial, you can't go wrong with a sweet, decadent milk tea such as the coconut milk tea, the Oreo milk tea, or the almond milk tea. Honey lemonade punch, mango slushies, and even yogurt-infused green tea are also on the menu at Kung Fu Tea, a unique spot in Austin that you should definitely check out.

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Visit Boiler Nine for Farm-to-Table Fare and Delicious Drinks

February 7, 2017 by

A more inventive restaurant—regarding both the menu items and the space—than Boiler Nine may not exist. The nearby eatery (it’s just four miles from Elan East) is located inside the refurbished Seaholm Power Plant and spans three floors of sun-soaked space. The chefs are known to craft some of the finest wood-fired fare in the area—just try the roasted chicken, the pork chops, or the grilled brisket. In addition to meaty plates, a solid selection of veggie-centric dishes are available too. Veggie options range from pickled and grilled okra to sweet potato and coconut tartare.

Note that the menus change frequently to keep up with available food from local farms and food purveyors, but guests can always expect the freshest ingredients at this nearby restaurant. As far as drinks, the bartenders carefully pour curated cocktails from an impressive drink menu. Beyond cocktails, beer and wine is also available for purchase. If this menu sounds intriguing to you, be sure to pay Boiler Nine a visit.

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Brush Up on Your Snapshot Skills at the Beginner’s Photography Class

February 1, 2017 by

If you take a look at some of Isla Studio's work, you'll immediately realize that the photographer behind this business is extremely talented. That's why you should take the Beginner's Photography Class offered by Isla Studio if you're interested in improving your photography game.

For three hours on Saturday, February 4th, this photography class gives you all the basic tools you need to get started as a budding shutterbug. It caters to those who've been snapping photos with DSLR cameras. Pupils learn more about the different settings, how to capture the perfect light, and even explore more technical terms such as exposure, aperture, depth of field, shutter speed, and more.

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Cherry Creek Catfish: Fresh Seafood You’ll Love

January 24, 2017 by

There’s plenty of delicious food to be had in Austin. But if you’re looking for some of that old-school, Texas-style comfort food, there’s absolutely one place you must start with. It’s called Cherry Creek Catfish, and as you would expect by the name, you can get the classically soulful seafood dishes of this state’s cuisine in generous quantities.

This Manchaca Road establishment is well-known for its down-home approach to food. Here you’ll find many comfort food staples, like fried green tomatoes, chicken fried steak, and barbecue ribs. But it's the seafood that really stands out. Check out the blackened catfish, which is dredged in Cajun spices and seared. If you’re in the mood for a po’ boy, Cherry Creek has you covered, with your choice of shrimp, oysters, or catfish. When enjoyed with a side of the crowd-favorite hush puppies, this Texas-style cuisine makes for quite a satisfying meal.

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Startup Games: Tech Startups Build Community and Give Back

January 17, 2017 by

In the ever-growing world of tech startup companies, there's one thing almost all of them have in common, regardless of what they actually do, and that's a game room. No startup company's office blueprint is complete without a place where employees can unwind after a day of meetings over the ping-pong or foosball table. The Startup Games in Austin take this common denominator and make it into something meaningful for local charities.

At the Startup Games on January 21st at Fair Market, 16 "teams" representing different local startups face off in the name of charity. Each team selects a charity that they'd like to support, and then they compete against other tech startups for the title of victor and a cash donation to their chosen organization. Even if your team doesn't win, your charity still receives some support, so this is a great team-building activity for a good cause. Be sure to check it out this month!

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Ring in the New Year at the Urban Health Expo

January 5, 2017 by

With its picturesque running trails and sprawling parks, Austin is a great city to call home if you're into fitness. That's why it's also the perfect place for the Urban Health Expo, an event dedicated to all things health and wellness. It kicks off the new year on Saturday, January 7th from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Huston-Tillotson University.

University students and the public alike are welcome to come join in the fitness-centric fun for free since the event is hosted by the City of Austin's Health and Human Services Department. There will be more than 30 health experts on hand to lead workouts and give presentations, including celebrity athletes such as four-time Olympic Gold Medalist Sanya Richards-Ross and former NFL player Chris Houston. Other local companies are also slated to host booths at the Urban Health Expo. Food demos, games and prizes, and education sessions are all on the schedule.

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Savor Brazilian Street Fare at Boteco

January 3, 2017 by

Tucked between Granny's Tacos and Vintage Heart Coffee, Boteco is situated in the heart of one enclave of the local food scene in Austin. Like many of Austin's top eateries, Boteco doesn't have a formal kitchen and dining room but rather operates out of a food truck. This actually allows its chef to be more creative, not restrained by the confines of a classic menu or the costs that come with a more traditional space.

This means you can expect hot, authentic Brazilian fare at Boteco Food Truck. Named for the Brazilian term for a local watering hole, Boteco dishes out street fare that delights Austin diners. Dig into a plate of yuca fries, the Brazilian version of classic French fries, perhaps on the side of the feijoada completa, the "national dish of Brazil." It includes black bean stew teeming with pork, ribs, and sausage as well as rice, collard greens, toasted yuca, Pimenta Biquinho peppers, and an orange slice. Stop by for something truly unique this week!

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