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BYO Containers to Fill at Eco-Friendly Co-Op In.gredients

January 6, 2016 by

At In.gredients, grocery shopping is more of an event than an errand. This co-op near Elan East cares as much about Mother Nature as it does the Austin community. To that end, it sources all of its ingredients from local farmers who are practicing sustainable farming, and it operates using eco-friendly approaches.

Perhaps the most unique aspect of In.gredients is its "precycling" program. That starts with you; before you come in, find and wash a few clean plastic or glass containers. Then when you get to the store, weigh and label each container. This is to ensure that the cashier applies the right tare when he or she weighs your grub. Load up each container with whatever you need, from veggies to oatmeal, from eggs to flour. In.gredients has almost everything, but it's not packaged the way you're used to seeing it. This minimum-waste approach to grocery shopping leaves a small footprint on the earth, which is exactly the point.

In.gredients
2610 Manor Road
Austin, TX 78722
(512) 275-6357
in.gredients.com
www.yelp.com/biz/in-gredients-austin

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Sip Local Beer at Black Star Co-Op

December 22, 2015 by

Did you know that Austin is home to the world’s first cooperatively-owned brewpub? Well, it is! Enter Black Star Co-op, a worker-managed brewpub owned by more than 3,000 individuals and organizations that's just about 10 minutes from Elan East.

All of the beers brewed at Black Star Co-op go through extensive taste testing by Black Star’s members. Currently, there are more than six drafts available at Black Star Co-op. Available brews include the Inveterate Dockhand, a chocolate oatmeal porter; the High Esteem, a golden beer; and the Recalcitrant Dockhand, a porter with notes of chocolate and coffee. In addition to brews made exclusively the brewpub, a select number of guest drafts are available, too.

Beyond beer, Black Star Co-op promises local food for all guests. The menu is full of dishes like a local cheese board, fish and chips, fried chicken sandwiches, fried jalapenos, salads, grilled cheese sammies, and barbecue tempeh sandwiches.

Note that Black Star Co-op operates under a no tipping policy, something that guests appreciate!

Black Star Co-op
7020 Easy Wind Drive
Austin, TX 78752
(512) 452-2337
www.blackstar.coop
www.yelp.com/biz/black-star-co-op-pub-and-brewery-austin

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Dine at Emmer and Rye, a Trendy New American Restaurant in Austin

December 15, 2015 by

Lovers of elevated American fare should immediately head for Emmer and Rye, a new restaurant just three miles from Elan East.

The new restaurant prides itself on using fresh, in-season ingredients that result in a menu that changes daily to accommodate the season.

Guests of the restaurant can choose a more classic dining experience with appetizers and main dishes, or opt for the restaurant’s “dim sum style” serving method. Diners can choose from a menu of small, sharable plates that could include pork belly, seared cauliflower, and vegetable purees that will arrive at the table as soon as the chefs are finished preparing them. The more traditional menu could include pastas, pork chops, wagyu beef short ribs, salads, and smoked snapper toast.

For dessert, don't pass on the dark chocolate and chestnut cookie with a buttermilk orange Ice cream sandwich.

Reservations are suggested for those interested in dining at Emmer and Rye. Will you be dining at this trendy new restaurant?

Emmer and Rye
51 Rainey St.
Austin, TX 78701
(512) 366-5530
www.emmerandrye.com
www.yelp.com/biz/emmer-and-rye-austin

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Enjoy Elevated Italian Fare at Juniper

December 8, 2015 by

Less than three miles from Elan East is Juniper, a new Italian restaurant that serves dinner Tuesday through Saturday and brunch on Sundays.

Since opening last month, Juniper has been impressing diners with a dinner menu that centers on elevated Italian fare, like pasta served with pig ears and broccoli, pappardelle with ragu, branzino, pork belly, oysters, and stuffed pasta dishes. The brunch menu promises oxtail and rosemary lasagna, stuffed focaccia topped with an egg, cherry granola, and cardamom cream buns.

Cocktails, beer and wine from a full bar round out the menu. Brunch cocktails include classics like a Bloody Mary and a peach-themed take on a mimosa. Around the dinner hour, you can look forward to savoring drinks like the Hot Mission (made with rum, falernum, honey, and prosecco) and the Showtime (made with gin, dry curacao, maraschino, grapefruit, and mint).

Make sure to place a reservation before heading out to this popular spot!

Juniper
2400 E. Cesar Chavez
Austin, TX 79702
(512) 220-9421
juniperaustin.com
www.yelp.com/biz/juniper-austin

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Do Your Holiday Shopping at the Cherrywood Art Fair

December 4, 2015 by

The Cherrywood Art Fair puts the spotlight on handmade items by local artists at a two-day festival that will take place less than one mile from Elan East.

More than 50 artists peddling everything from jewelry and clothing to ceramics and prints will fill the grounds surrounding Maplewood Elementary School and inside the the school from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Dec. 12 and 13.

In addition to craft shopping, the festival promises live music from about a dozen live bands over the course of the two days. Family-friendly activities including a circus-themed show, crafts, face painting, hair braiding, and pet adoptions are scheduled.

A number of Austin’s favorite food trucks will also on hand to fuel crowds up for shopping. Participating food vendors include Juice Austin, Mmmpanadas, Nothing Bundt Cakes and Saigon Le Vendeur.

Admission to the art fair is free, just be prepared to shop ‘til you drop at the festival!

Cherrywood Art Fair
Dec. 12-13, 10 a.m.-5 p.m.
Maplewood Elementary School
3808 Maplewood Ave.
Austin, TX 78722
cherrywoodartfair.org

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Give Back to the Homeless Community at the Art from the Streets Annual Show and Sale!

November 23, 2015 by

When you pick up a masterpiece at the Art from the Streets Annual Show and Sale, you're not just sprucing up your own apartment, you're also helping someone in need. The yearly sale unfolds not far from Elan East, and all of the proceeds go back to the artists who work at Art from the Streets—a studio open to everyone, including the homeless community.

The art studio opened in the early '90s in an effort to provide a creative space for people in need in Austin, and the homeless community of the city has been creating here ever since. Get a firsthand look at their work at the Art from the Streets Annual Show and Sale. From poignant pieces to light-hearted paintings, you'll find an array of artwork at the sale. So no matter your design approach, you should be able to find something that suits.

Art from the Streets Annual Show and Sale
Austin Convention Center
11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 5
500 E. Cesar Chavez Street
Austin, TX 78701
www.artfromthestreets.org
www.downtownaustin.com/events/art-streets-annual-show-and-sale

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Room Service Vintage is a Treasure Trove of Vintage and Antique Goods

November 18, 2015 by

Do you dream of rummaging through stores to find vintage treasures? If so, add Room Service Vintage to your must-do list. Room Service Vintage is a renowned vintage and antiques store that is located just 10 minutes from Elan East.

Room Service Vintage is truly a throwback-lover’s dream with an entire inventory of treasures around every corner.

Shoppers can browse all sorts of goods, including furniture, clothing, shoes, accessories, small items for the home, records, tapes, jewelry, and toys. Shoppers will be pleased to find everything from high-quality couches and dressers to fancy ties and dresses.

The kitschy exterior can’t be missed — look for a vintage car wash-inspired shiny sign that reads Room Service Vintage.

Shopping idea: Visit Room Service Vintage for a unique gift for someone on your holiday shopping list!

Room Service Vintage
107 E. N Loop Blvd.
Austin, TX 78751
(512) 451-1057
roomservicevintage.com
www.yelp.com/biz/room-service-vintage-austin

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Burn Pizza and Bar: Perfectly Charred Pies

November 11, 2015 by

A true Roman pizza sports intentionally blackened edges; just slightly charred because of the extremely thin crust. The pizza dough's three-day round of fermentation, which utilizes only a small amount of yeast, also contributes to the crispy edges. At Burn Pizza and Bar, that's exactly the level of char you can expect to ring any pie you order.

The unique pizzeria debuted just a few weeks ago about two miles from Elan East, bringing a piece of the Old World to modern Austin. Devour slices of the classic margherita pizza with just mozzarella, tomato, and basil, or opt for something more creative, such as the Clive. This pie features ndjua (a type of sausage spread) with fontina and mozzarella cheese, plus a drizzle of truffle oil. There are also other authentic Italian eats on the menu, such as lasagna, penne carbonara, and pappardelle with wild boar sausage. Have you tried Burn's pizza yet?

Burn Pizza and Bar
1802 E. 6th Street
Austin, TX 787802
(512) 609-8174
burnatx.com
www.yelp.com/biz/burn-pizza-bar-austin-2

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New Facebook Sweepstakes! Enter to Win an iPad Mini!

November 9, 2015 by

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Due East Celebrates the City’s Art Scene This Thursday!

November 3, 2015 by

Art aficionados should head to this Thursday’s Due East event, a popular happening that serves as the precursor to the two-weekend-long East Austin Studio Tour, scheduled for Nov. 14-15 and 21-22.

From 7 to 10 p.m. this Thursday, Nov. 5, guests get a sneak peek of some of the works by the more than 300 artists who'll be participating in the studio tours later this month while sipping cocktails and noshing food from vendors like Tito’s Handmade Vodka, Austin Eastciders, Lick Ice Cream, and La Condesa.

Guests of this week’s event will also be among the first to check out the EAST group exhibition. Live performances round out the evening along with a silent auction featuring cool takeaways from local businesses.

Tickets are required for entry to Thursday's kickoff event and for the studio tours later this month. Since it's all taking place about two miles from Elan East, it's worth checking out!

Due East Kickoff Event
Thursday, Nov. 5, 5-7 p.m.
1500 E. 4th Street
Austin, TX 78702
east.bigmedium.org/2015_due_east.html

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