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Ceviche 7: An Upscale Peruvian Food Truck Near Elan East

March 17, 2016 by

A hidden gem of Austin, Ceviche 7 serves authentic and delicious Peruvian cuisine that has earned many fans in the short time it’s been open. Ceviche 7 is a food truck permanently parked in a small lot with a couple of picnic tables close to Elan East, so it’s great for takeout or dining al fresco. All the meals from Ceviche 7 are cooked by scratch and made to order by David, the owner and chef. The care and attention he gives to each meal make this place shine. Some favorite meals are the Pan con Chicharrón, the Arroz Chaufa, and, of course, the ceviche, but guests rave that everything on the menu is great.

All the recipes taste like home-cooked meals. Prices are very reasonable, with mains under $10 and sides around $5. As Chef David cooks everything himself, wait times can be on the longer side, but Ceviche 7 is definitely worth the wait.

Ceviche 7
502 W. 30th Street
Austin, TX 78705
(512) 679-1694
http://www.ceviche7.com/
http://www.yelp.com/biz/ceviche7-austin

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Springdale Farm Market: Fresh, Local Food Near Elan East

March 10, 2016 by

Fresh bunches of emerald kale. Crisp turnips. Cream-colored heads of just-plucked cauliflower. These are just a handful of the fresh veggies you can expect to see at Springdale Farm Market, a farm stand that pops up every Wednesday and Saturday morning about 2.5 miles from Elan East.

Owners Glenn and Paula first opened the farm stand in 1992 in an effort to bring fresh, local produce to people living in the city. They believed everyone deserved access to healthy food, whether they could make it beyond the city limits or not. Today they continue to keep East Austin in colorful veggies, and not just individual shoppers. They also supply local eateries. Plus, Springdale Farm Market plays host to a handful of artisan prepared foods including Confituras jams and jellies, honey from the Austin Honey Company, and White Label Hot Sauce.

Springdale Farm Market
9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Wednesdays and Saturdays
755 Springdale Road
Austin, TX 78702
(512) 386-8899
www.springdalefarmaustin.com
www.yelp.com/biz/springdale-farm-austin

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March 9, 2016 by

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Elan East, SXSW Returns to Austin Mar. 11 to Mar. 20

March 2, 2016 by

Elan East is lucky enough to be in the middle of the action for South by Southwest (or SXSW), an annual festival that celebrates up-and-coming technology, music, and films. The festival returns from Mar. 11 to Mar. 20 to various locations throughout Austin. Festival highlights include a speech from Under Armour CEO Kevin Plank, a presentation by J. J. Abrams, live music by BØRNS, a screening of Miles Ahead (the new Miles Davis biopic starring Don Cheadle), and more. Additional events include meet-ups, discussions with like-minded creatives, parties, and more.

In addition to events and shows, some of Austin’s favorite food trucks and mobile food vendors from across the country will set up shop at the Southbites Trailer Park. Vendors will be peddling everything from lobster rolls and barbecue to ice cream and fresh juice. Admission to SXSW ranges in price depending on which ticket package you select. Tickets start at $495.

South by Southwest
Mar. 11 to Mar. 20
Austin, TX
www.sxsw.com/

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Esther’s Follies: A Variety Show That’s an Austin Staple

February 24, 2016 by

A show with comedy, music, and magic that’s been a vital and vibrant part of Austin nightlife for over 35 years, Esther’s Follies is a must-see for its fun, irreverent take on current events. A bit like a live version of SNL, the cast of Esther’s Follies perform ever-changing routines based on the headlines of the day. The cast blends political humor with local jokes into skits and musical numbers. There’s even a magician seamlessly incorporated into the fun.

To give fair warning: audience participation is huge here—they will not only pull audience members into the scenes, but they'll even pull people off the street! The venue is intimate but still has plenty of seating, which is great for a show like this. The space is Esther Williams-themed and filled with kooky items, like a mermaid fountain and a fish tank made from a television. Esther’s Follies is about 10 minutes from Elan East.

Esther's Follies
525 East 6th Street
Austin, TX 78701
(512) 320-0553
www.esthersfollies.com
www.yelp.com/biz/esthers-follies-austin-2

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Fight the Winter Blues with Comfort Food at Revival Public House

February 17, 2016 by

Are you looking for a new restaurant to add to your must-try list? You’re in luck. Revival Public House opened its doors in late December, serving Southern fare only two miles from Elan East.

The dinner menu is full of classic dishes like shrimp and grits, a barbecue pork sandwich, buttermilk biscuits (served warm, of course!), and crispy pickle chips, to name just a few of your options. The brunch menu also packs a Southern punch with plates like Nashville hot chicken served with Texas toast, a burger topped with pimento cheese, cheddar grits, and smoked sausage. In addition to Southern-inspired eats, the restaurant also brings the flavor with more inventive dishes like green chile chicken enchiladas, kimchi Frito pie, and bacon-wrapped dates.

If all of the food makes you thirsty, Revival Public House serves up a variety of Texas brews, as well as domestic and imported beer, wine, and specialty cocktails.

Revival Public House
340 E. 2nd Street
Austin, TX 78701
(512) 469-0000
revivalph.com
www.yelp.com/biz/revival-public-house-austin

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Happy Presidents’ Day

February 15, 2016 by

On this day we honor all of the Presidents of our great country. If it weren’t for them, our country would not be what it is today!

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Happy Valentine’s Day

February 14, 2016 by

We hope you have a wonderful Valentine’s Day celebrating with the ones you love!

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Celebrate Valentine’s Weekend at Blue Starlite

February 9, 2016 by

If you're looking for something different to do this Valentine's Day, consider taking in a classic flick with your significant other at Blue Starlite drive-in, only about 10 minutes from Elan East. Starting Friday, Feb. 12, the drive-in theater will screen cult hits and romantic favorites all weekend long.

On Friday, kick off your weekend with a triple feature. It starts with the classic Casablanca at 6:45 p.m., a tale of love in war-torn Morocco. At 9:45, Ryan Gosling and Rachel McAdams take the screen for that famous kiss in the rain, a pivotal scene in The Notebook. And if you're willing to stick around even later, Harold and Maude begins around midnight. You can come by on Saturday instead to watch The Princess Bride (at 6:45 p.m. and midnight) and Breakfast at Tiffany's (at 9:45). Or wait until V-Day actually rolls around to watch The Princess Bride, When Harry Met Sally, and Moulin Rouge.

Valentine's Weekend at Blue Starlite
​Feb. 12 to 14
1901 E. 51st Street
Austin, TX 78723
(512) 850-6127
www.austinchronicle.com/calendar/valentines-events/
www.bluestarlitedrivein.com

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Spun Ice Cream: A Hipper Way to Do Dessert

February 2, 2016 by

Utilizing science to create a delicious treat, Spun Ice Cream’s take on dessert is a fun, inventive, and one-of-a-kind experience for the young and young at heart. A new spot about two miles away from Elan East, Spun Ice Cream takes locally-sourced cream, milk, and other ingredients, and "spins" them into ice cream using liquid nitrogen to freeze it extremely quickly. The liquid nitrogen produces smaller ice crystals than traditionally frozen ice cream, which makes the flavor even better.

Each scoop is made to-order, and there is a rotating selection of gourmet toppings like peanut brittle, caramel popcorn sprinkles, and pickled jalapeno glass. There are dairy-free and gluten-free options for everything, too. Spun has an enjoyable, vintage soda shop feel, with a small seating area if you care to dine in. There’s even a typewriter you can use to write a review! A must-visit for a sweet treat.

Spun Ice Cream
1912 E. 7th Street
Austin, TX 78702
(512) 524-1768
spunicecream.com/index.html
www.yelp.com/biz/spun-ice-cream-austin

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