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Sample Dishes from Renowned Restaurants at the Texas Monthly BBQ Festival

October 25, 2016 by

Foodies are drawn to barbeque festivals all over the country each year, and with so many takes on the cuisine and so much craft and care going into each variety, it's easy to see why they would. That’s why barbeque connoisseurs and food fans alike will flock to the Texas Monthly BBQ Festival in Austin. At this event, you can sample delicious dishes from 27 barbeque restaurants from Texas Monthly Magazine’s “best of” list. Your ticket covers all you can eat, so be sure to bring your biggest appetite. If you really want to go all out, don’t miss the Brisket Brunch, which happens the day before the main event.

What’s more, this festival will serve up Texas’ own Shiner Beer as well as cocktails from Legacy Whiskey to help satisfy your thirst. Live music from Warren Hood and Santiago Jimenez, Jr. will keep the party going, while games and giveaways from various local and national sponsors provide the fun.

Texas Monthly BBQ Festival
When: Oct. 30
Where: The Long Center for the Performing Arts, 701 W. Riverside Drive, Austin, TX
www.everfest.com/e/texas-monthly-bbq-festival-austin-tx

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Network with Veteran Entrepreneurs at Bunker Labs Austin: Bunker Brews

October 18, 2016 by

Bunker Labs is a network created by veterans for veterans. It was founded with the idea of bringing entrepreneurial veterans together to create opportunities for new businesses, which is precisely the goal that Bunker Labs' Austin chapter continues to work toward via events like Bunker Brews.

Scheduled for 5 to 7 p.m. at The Brass House, Bunker Brews adds a little bit of craft beer to a networking event. Veteran entrepreneurs will congregate at Bunker Brews to meet other like-minded businesspeople and seek out new opportunities, along with executives, employees, and mentors. If you're interested in building your business or simply learning more about the work that Bunker Labs does, mark your calendar for this happy hour event.

Bunker Labs Austin: Bunker Brews
When: 5 – 7 p.m., Thursday, Oct. 27
Where: The Brass House, 115 San Jacinto Boulevard, Austin, TX 78701
www.eventbrite.com/e/bunker-labs-austin-bunker-brews-tickets-25276068401

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Check Out Independent Films at the Austin Polish Film Festival

October 11, 2016 by

From October 13th through the 16th, the Austin Polish Film Festival celebrates Polish heritage and filmmakers with a four-day festival. The festival kicks off on Thursday, October 13th with a film screening and a question and answer session with the featured film’s director. On Friday, October 14th, the film festival continues with a reception complete with classic Polish food, a film screening, a question and answer session with an actress from the film, and a raffle. The events continue on both Saturday and Sunday with two full days of movie screenings of all sorts. Over the weekend, featured films will range from romantic comedies and documentaries to shorts and animated films. On Sunday, the festival kicks off with programs designed for children, including short cartoons.

Tickets range from $12 to $55 for this four-day festival, and they are available online or at the door. The festival venue is less than three miles from Elan East— screenings will take place at the AFS Cinema and Hall.

Austin Polish Film Festival
When: Oct. 13 – 16
Where: AFS Cinema and Hall, 6226 Middle Fiskville Road, Austin, TX 78752
Cost: $12 – $55
http://www.austinpolishfilm.com/

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Learn More About the Art of Fermentation at the Austin Fermentation Festival

October 1, 2016 by

When you hear the word "fermentation," your mind might jump right to beer, but that's far from the only thing that requires fermentation. In fact, it's just one of many foods and drinks that include fermentation as a critical step in production. At the Austin Fermentation Festival, you'll get the chance to learn about many of them.

The main focus of the event is the workshops, which show you exactly how 12 different types of fermented foods and drinks are made. Some of them allow you to actually get some hands-on experience, so you can recreate the eats and sips when you go home. If you're more interested in tasting them than creating the foods and beverages, head to the market selling almost strictly fermented foods as well as the tasting stations manned by local chefs. Wine and beer will be served, and live music is also on the itinerary.

Austin Fermentation Festival
When: Sunday, October 2
Where: Barr Mansion, 10463 Sprinkle Road, Austin, TX 78754
texasfarmersmarket.org/austin-fermentation-festival
www.everfest.com/e/austin-fermentation-festival-austin-tx

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Sample Unique Brews at the 2016 Texas Craft Brewers Festival

September 21, 2016 by

Touting its fame as the largest Texas-small-batch-beer festival, the 2016 Texas Craft Brewers Festival will deliver high-quality specialty brews, some of which you won’t be able to find anywhere else. With over 65 breweries participating and 200 different ales to sample, you are sure to discover a new favorite. The list of brewers includes Deep Ellum Brewing Co., 4th Tap Brewing Cooperative, Whitestone Brewery, and more. There will be plenty of food from a variety of cuisines on hand as well.

Your entry fee gets you eight drinks tickets, each good for a three-ounce sample pour. You can purchase more during the event if you wish. Designated drivers get complimentary snacks and non-alcoholic beverages. The 2016 Texas Craft Brewers Festival is taking place in Fiesta Gardens, located about three and a half miles from Elan East.

2016 Texas Craft Brewers Festival
When: 2 – 6:30 p.m., Saturday, Sept. 24
Where: Fiesta Gardens, 2101 Jesse E. Segovia Street, Austin, TX 78702
www.eventbrite.com/e/2016-texas-craft-brewers-festival-tickets-25720799604?aff=es2

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Unleash Your Inner Artist at Smudge Studios Austin

September 12, 2016 by

Everyone is an artist at Smudge Studios Austin, even if it's been years since you've picked up a brush. The beloved local art studio hosts camps and classes for kids as well as art lessons for adults, mostly on a private basis. So it's the perfect place to host your next event.

The founders of Smudge Studios Austin created the colorful studio so that anyone, whether artist or not, would have a place to unleash their inner artist. If you're interested in doing an adults-only evening at Smudge, call to schedule a lesson or party. You're welcome to bring your favorite wine and beer along to enjoy while you create a painting based on the instruction of one of Smudge Studios' resident artists.

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Expect the Unexpected at Bribery Bakery

September 8, 2016 by

At Bribery Bakery, the main goal is to create a comfortable space where guests feel right at home as they indulge in sweet, creative treats. To that end, the bakers are always coming up with new creations, so don't expect to see the same thing on the menu every time you visit.

Decadent treats like the almond-caramel brownie, the pineapple brown butter blondie, and the peanut butter cookies with chocolate ganache and sea salt might be available to tempt your taste buds, depending on the day. But you can almost always count on customer favorites such as the carrot cake, the savory bread pudding, and the popovers. The popovers contain savory ingredients such as crispy bacon and gooey gruyere cheese. Pair your chosen delicacy with some drip or cold-brew coffee at Bribery Bakery.

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Austin Music Video Festival: A Celebration of the Visual Side of Music

August 23, 2016 by

From huge music video epics to lesser known videos by local indie bands, the Austin Music Video Festival is set to screen a wide variety of videos this September in downtown Austin. The music video fest lights up movie theater screens around the city from September 7th to the 10th.

Beyonce's latest visual album will headline the event, but you can also see music videos by Santigold, The Weeknd, and CHVRCHES, not to mention other indie bands such as Foals, Mother Falcon, and Lord Huron. Interspersed between the screenings of music videos, the festival will also host concerts, awards ceremonies for the best productions, and panels discussing various videos. Snag your ticket now so you don't miss the fun.

Austin Music Video Festival
When: September 7 – 10
Where: Downtown Austin, TX
Cost: $25+
www.austinmusicvideofestival.com
www.eventbrite.com/e/austin-music-video-festival-awards-september-7-10-2016-tickets-26465704635?mc_cid=dee384db9b&mc_eid=fefe9ad018

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Tapioca House: A Solid Choice for Bubble Tea Near You

August 15, 2016 by

A hole-in-the-wall spot that’s a hidden gem, Tapioca House outdoes other area bubble tea places with its inexpensive but tasty fare and fast service. A locally established chain with other locations in Houston and Dallas, Tapioca House serves genuine Taiwanese tapioca drinks and snacks.

The most popular drinks here are the bubble teas, and there’s a huge selection of tea flavors to choose from, including unique ones like French vanilla, green apple, and pumpkin. For a more decadent treat, try the Mint Oreo Ice Cream Shake or the Chocolate Snow. The prices here are affordable, especially the lunch combos. For under $7, you can get chicken wings, rice, and a drink. The speedy service will have you in and out the door, so it’s a great stop on your way to or from work. Tapioca House is conveniently located less than 10 minutes from Elan East.

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Frosty Sweets and Fun Await at the Austin Ice Cream Festival

August 8, 2016 by

Good Pops, Austin Scoops, and Amy's Ice Cream are just a few of the local shops participating in the fun at the 10th Annual Austin Ice Cream Festival. The fest kicks off at 10 a.m. on Saturday, August 13 in Austin's Fiesta Gardens, and it's bringing plenty of frosty flavors to you and your group. There will even be dairy-free ice creams, including the sweets from NadaMoo.

In addition to the many ice cream vendors slated to show off their stuff at the Austin Ice Cream Festival, the event will also offer live music, games, and contests. If you're an ice cream fanatic, take part in the ice cream-eating contest and see how you stack up against other local sweets-lovers. Or you can help build the best popsicle stick sculpture or whip up a batch of homemade ice cream and let judges decide how you did.

Austin Ice Cream Festival
When: 10 a.m. – 7 p.m. on Saturday, August 13
Where: Fiesta Gardens, 2100 Jesse E. Segovia Street, Austin, TX 78702
Cost: $15
austinicecreamfestival.com
www.everfest.com/e/austin-ice-cream-festival

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