Cafe Java: A Coffee Joint with Top-Notch Eats Near Folio

Ever been to a coffee shop where the drinks are excellent but the food isn't great? That’s not the case at Cafe Java, a cafe serving delicious, high-quality brunch all day long a half-mile from Folio. The cafe has a charming atmosphere with its quirky art on the walls and other decorations hanging from the ceiling. Guests also rave about the friendly and welcoming service that really goes above and beyond.

But let’s talk about the food: all-American favorites like biscuits with gravy, eggs Benedict, and pancakes are perfectly made here. It has daily specials too like two-for-one burgers on Mondays. A very popular menu item is the Ultimate Migas, which is scrambled eggs with corn chips, chorizo, and other Mexican flavors. And as you’d expect, Cafe Java has great coffee, with drinks ranging from the regular (Iced Latte) to the fancy (Caramel con Panna).

Cafe Java
11900 Metric Boulevard
Austin, TX 78758
(512) 339-7677
www.facebook.com/Cafe-Java-Austin-350473130184/
www.yelp.com/biz/caf%C3%A9-java-austin-2

Don’t Forget Folio Happy Hour at BlackFinn in The Domain!

Meet your neighbors at this family friendly event! Hors D'oeuvres will be provided and specialty drink prices for the adults! Join us at The BlackFinn in The Domain from 5:30-7:30pm Friday, March 18, 2016. We will be giving away door prizes to those who attend!!

New Soda Machines!

The new soda and sports drink machines have been installed at the fitness center! Cash or Credit!

Folio Happy Hour at BlackFinn in The Domain!

Meet your neighbors at this family friendly event! Hors D'oeuvres will be provided and specialty drink prices for the adults! Join us at The BlackFinn in The Domain from 5:30-7:30pm Friday, March 18, 2016. We will be giving away door prizes to those who attend!!

March Madness at The Blackfinn!

Hey Folio residents! Reach out to Brett (bkeenan@blackfinnaustin.com) for details on how to get the hook-up for a March Madness Party at Blackfinn including reserved seating, complementary appetizers and exclusive drink specials! They've got over 30 High Def TV's, 50 beers on tap and free wi-fi so you can still "technically be working" should you want to sneak out to watch during business hours!

Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day Near Folio at Jourdan-Bachmann Pioneer Farms

Just because you live halfway across the world from Ireland doesn't mean you should lay off the St. Patrick's Day celebrations. You're entitled to enjoy Irish culture, which is why Jourdan-Bachmann Pioneer Farms intends to host St. Patrick's Day Austin only about 10 minutes from Folio.

The revelry will kick off at 3 p.m. on March 17 with melodies floating from silver thistle pipes and drums outdoors and from Celtic musicians Sean Gavin, Devin Shepheard, and Eamon O'Leary indoors. Live entertainment continues throughout the day, all the way up to the grand finale: a performance by The Twopenny Hang on the outdoor stage. Enjoy Irish food and drink while you enjoy the Irish melodies at St. Patrick's Day Austin this year.

St. Patrick's Day Austin
Jourdan-Bachmann Pioneer Farms
3 p.m. to 9 p.m. March 17
10621 Pioneer Farms Drive
Austin, TX 78754
www.stpatricksdayaustin.com/index.html

Barley Swine: A Popular Foodie Spot in a New Home Near Folio

When adventurous food meets with tasty drinks in a welcoming spot, you get Barley Swine, a New American restaurant that recently moved to within about 10 minutes of Folio. Barley Swine was earning rave reviews and creating great memories in its former South Lamar location, but the chefs needed more space to amp up their cocktail program. The new location boasts lovely dim lighting and plentiful seating around the bar, making it perfect for a night out with friends or a date.

The drinks don’t disappoint. There are updates on old favorites like Obligatory Tiki #1—made with Black Seal Rum—and one-of-a-kind tastes like the pisco which includes fernet, egg white, winter citrus, and cilantro. The tapas-style menu offers dishes you can’t find anywhere else, like Cider Vinegar Pie, Grilled Octopus with Pig’s Foot Fried Rice, and Bacon Curd with Pinto Beans and Greens. Come for "Swine Time" happy hour, every Monday through Thursday from 5 p.m. to 6:30 pm.

Barley Swine
6555 Burnet Road
Austin, TX 78757
(512) 394-8150
barleyswine.com/
www.yelp.com/biz/barley-swine-austin-2

Two Hands Coffee Promises High-Quality Coffee in The Domain

Those looking for an ethical cup of java should head to Two Hands Coffee, a shop just one and a half miles from Folio situated inside the newest section of The Domain. Not only is it convenient, the owners make sure the growers are paid a fair wage, that they pick the best coffee beans possible, and that a meticulous process (that results in delicious coffee that one expects from Two Hands Coffee) is followed every time.

Two Hands also celebrates the local food and drink scene by serving up juices made from local fruits and veggies, and an assortment of local beer. Two Hands also calls on Quack’s Bakery, a local shop, to create an assortment of muffins, scones, breads and cookies.

There's plenty of indoor and outdoor seating for guests and free WiFi to boot. The open indoor space promises minimalist decor with an assortment of comfy couches for guests to lounge on.

The trendy shop is a must-visit for coffee fans, and even beer fans. Two Hands Coffee opens up early in the morning — 7 a.m. Monday through Friday, and 8 a.m. on the weekends — and stays open until 10 p.m. Tuesday through Saturday and 8 p.m. on Sunday and Monday.

Two Hands Coffee
The Domain
11501 Rock Rose Avenue
Austin, TX 78758
(512) 520-2822
www.twohandscoffee.com
www.yelp.com/biz/two-hands-coffee-austin

Eat and Drink For a Good Cause at O’Joy

O’Joy is a new kind of juice and frozen yogurt bar. The owners of O’Joy not only promise local and organic ingredients in their food, they spread their goodwill even further by donating a meal to a child in need for every item they sell. The worthy cause is enough on its own to visit O’Joy, and the highly reviewed juices and frozen yogurts don’t hurt, either.

The menu is full of fresh-squeezed juices and smoothies like the Governor Grapefruit (grapefruit juice, raspberry, and orange juice), the Capitol Carrot (carrot, ginger, habanero pepper, apple juice), the Raspberry Love (raspberry, lime juice, and sparkling water), and a classic green smoothie. Froyo flavors range from banana, date and yogurt to banana, cocoa and yogurt.

In addition to juice and frozen yogurt, O’Joy also sells a variety of salads, yogurt bowls, and acai bowls (both come topped with an assortment of fruit, granola and juice), wraps, coffee, and tea.

O’Joy is open from 8:30 a.m. to 8:30 p.m. Monday through Saturday for all of your juice needs. Plus, it’s only one and a half miles from Folio, making a stop here an easy one.

O’Joy
11101 Burnet Road
Austin, TX 78758
(512) 356-9520
www.ojoygives.com
www.yelp.com/biz/o-joy-organic-juice-and-organic-yogurt-austin

Happy Presidents’ Day

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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