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Celebrate Valentine’s Day (and Shop) at The Domain

February 9, 2016 by

You probably wouldn't think about going to the mall on Valentine's Day (unless you really put off buying a gift for your significant other), but The Domain is hosting two events this weekend that may change your mind. And not just because the mall is a mere 2.5 miles from your home at Folio.

You and your soulmate can step inside of the True Love Photo Booth Saturday or Sunday of this weekend. From 11 .m. to 7 p.m. on Saturday and noon to 5 p.m. on Sunday, head to the photo booth near Sur La Table and snap a sweet pic with your partner. Or wait until Valentine's Day and bring the kids along for the fun. The SpringFree Valentine's Day Event welcomes families to jump on the trampoline from 2 to 4 p.m., enjoy some light treats, and participate in crafts. Just RSVP in advance to secure your family's spot at the event.

Valentine's Day at the Domain
11410 Century Oaks Terrace
Austin, TX 78758
(512) 873-8099
www.simon.com/mall/the-domain/stream/true-love-photo-booth
www.simon.com/mall/the-domain/stores/springfree-trampoline/stream/springfree-valentines-day-event

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Savor Indian Fare for Less than $10 at Tarka Indian Kitchen

February 2, 2016 by

There are countless reasons to love Tarka Indian Kitchen. For one thing, its chefs use home-style Indian recipes they learned in their own childhood kitchens. For another, every single Indian dish on the menu costs $10 or less. And then there's the fact that the city of Austin has crowned Tarka Indian Kitchen as a Green Restaurant, meaning it meets a strict set of environmental standards. Regardless of which reason speaks to you, you should really check out the new branch of Tarka that opened two weeks ago only about a mile and a half from Folio.

Its menu contains a careful balance of curries, kabobs, and biryanis, including a spate of vegetarian and vegan dishes, so there's something for everyone at Tarka. Locals like to order the coconut curry with fresh chicken, but you can also opt for lamb, shrimp, veggies, or paneer.

Tarka Indian Kitchen
11501 Rock Rose Avenue
Austin, TX 78746
(512) 719-3311
tarkaindiankitchen.com
www.yelp.com/biz/tarka-indian-kitchen-austin-5

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Slurp Up Something Different for Dinner at Pho Phi

December 22, 2015 by

When Pho Phi debuted a couple of weeks ago, less than two miles from Folio, it only added to the already vibrant culinary scene in Austin. The city is obviously known for keeping things "weird," and its eclectic mix of brick-and-mortar restaurants, food trailers, and food trucks certainly contributes. So Pho Phi fits nicely into the equation.

The Vietnamese restaurant is aptly named, since it serves up piping-hot bowls of pho. This classic soup is heartier than your typical chicken noodle.It's filled with noodles and veggies, plus the meat of your choice. Beef is the traditional protein, featured in many different versions (from tripe to meatballs), but you can also opt for chicken, seafood, or tofu in your pho. Save some room for iced coffee with condensed milk after you've eaten.

Pho Phi
1700 Parmer Lane
Austin, TX 78727
www.yelp.com/biz/pho-phi-austin

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Shake Shack: Burgers, Beer and Sweet Treats

December 10, 2015 by

Thick, creamy milkshakes. Hot, crispy fries. Thick, juicy burgers. These are the key components of every Shake Shack, including the new location opened at the end of August near Folio. Shake Shack may be a nationwide chain, but even mixed in with the indie burger joints and food trailers in Austin, it still stands out.

That's because Shake Shack operates more like a local, independent business than a chain. This second Austin branch sources ingredients from local providers such as Kreuz Market, Kiskadee, Uchiko, and Uchi. So you can feel good about tearing into a ShackBurger, crafted from all-natural Angus beef (that means no hormones or antibiotics) with cheese, lettuce, tomato, and the signature ShackSauce. You can also opt for a vegetarian 'ShroomBurger instead, or a Lockhart Link "burger" featuring Kreuz Market's jalapeno-cheese sausage links. Add fries, a massive milkshake or cup of custard, and a beer for the full Shake Shack experience.

Shake Shack
11228 Domain Drive
Austin, TX 78758
(512) 717-0422
www.shakeshack.com/location/the-domain-austin
www.yelp.com/biz/shake-shack-austin-7

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Celebrate the Season All December Long at Holidays at the Domain

November 23, 2015 by

From carolers' serenades to encounters with Santa Claus, the Holidays at the Domain extravaganza has a little something for everyone. It unfolds from now until the end of December at The Domain I and II, a mall that's just a stone's throw away from Folio. Most of the fun happens on the weekends, but you can take a picture with Santa any time (just make an appointment online to skip the line).

Come down for breakfast between 9 a.m. and noon on Saturday, Dec. 5 if your little one wants some more face time with Saint Nick. You can also enjoy a holiday light show at 6, 7, or 8 p.m. every night in December. During the festive extravaganza, more than 82,000 lights dance across the display, including 2,200 strobe lights. Take a free horse-drawn carriage ride from 5:30 to 9:30 p.m. on Fridays and Saturdays, or take in some live music on the weekends.

Holidays at the Domain
Through Dec. 31
11410 Century Oaks Terrace
Austin, TX 787858
www.simon.com/mall/the-domain/stream/holidays-at-the-domain

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Enjoy DIY Batches of Vino at Water 2 Wine

November 17, 2015 by

If you've ever wondered what exactly goes into making bottle of wine, Water 2 Wine eliminates the mystery from the process. One of several branches of the winery and retail store, this Water 2 Wine about 10 minutes from Folio invites guests to make their own batch of wine. You actually get your hands dirty (with grape juice) in the first few steps of the process, right up through pitching the yeast, and then let the staff take over. They'll put the finishing touches on your wine and help you tailor a special label for the 28 to 30 bottles that you'll eventually take home.

If you just want to sip some wine, you can do that at Water 2 Wine, too. You can always grab a glass or a bottle at the store, and all of the vino is fermented right on-site. That being said, the grapes hail from all over the world. They do have one thing in common, though: zero histamines and fewer sulfites than most wines. In other words, you won't experience some the typical wine-drinking side effects at Water 2 Wine, like a headache or flushed cheeks. Have you visited this place yet?

Water 2 Wine
3300 W. Andersen Lane
Austin, TX 78757
(512) 465-9463
www.water2wine.com
www.yelp.com/biz/water-2-wine-austin

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Black Walnut Cafe: Come for Brunch

November 11, 2015 by

Smoked salmon benedicts. Chicken and waffles with maple syrup. Kolaches stuffed with bacon and cheddar. At Black Walnut Cafe in Austin, these are the types of dishes you can expect for breakfast and lunch—and many others. There are actually a roster of gourmet benedicts, from the traditional to a cordon bleu benedict with Parmesan-crusted chicken, Swiss cheese, and ham.

Brunch is only part of the equation at Black Walnut Cafe, too. You can also swing by for dinner and cocktails at this Austin eatery, which sits only about two miles away from Folio. Nosh on one of the signature entrees, such as the pot roast made from certified Angus beef and served alongside garlic mashed potatoes. Or bite into a juicy burger, like the recently unveiled three-pepper burger. The three peppers are roasted poblanos, red peppers, and jalapenos, and the result is a spicy sandwich featuring a patty of Angus beef. Dig in!

Black Walnut Cafe
11101 Burnet Road
Austin, TX 78758
(512) 873-7800
www.blackwalnutcafe.com/austincommons
www.yelp.com/biz/black-walnut-cafe-austin-4

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Experience the New Weekend Brunch at Topgolf Austin

October 28, 2015 by

You wouldn't necessarily expect a driving range to have an upscale restaurant in-house, but if you've ever visited Topgolf Austin, then you already know this isn't your average driving range. Each of its bays comes complete with electronic scoreboard (to tally up your points when a golf ball hits a glowing target on the green), a high-topped table, and server. And Topgolf Austin, which is only five minutes from Folio, even does brunch. In fact, it recently debuted a revamped brunch menu that gives new meaning to the phrase "Sunday Funday."

No Sunday (or Saturday) Funday would be complete without a boozy beverage, and Topgolf Austin's new menu contains all of the usual brunch suspects: mimosas, bloody Marys, and spiked coffees. But it also offers inventive morning cocktails such as the Manmosa, a mix of Blue Moon, prosecco, and OJ. To soak up that booze, order something like the caramelized cinnamon French toast (which is infused with coconut rum) or the chicken and waffle sliders with spicy gravy and maple syrup. Yum!

Weekend Brunch at Topgolf Austin
Open to 2 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays
2700 Esperanza Crossing
Austin, TX 78758
(512) 222-5950
topgolf.com/us/austin/home/upcoming-events/sunday-funday

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Rebel Pizza Bar: A Fresh New Take on the Classic Pizzeria

October 21, 2015 by

Given that its neighbor is a mattress store, you might be surprised by how contemporary and trendy Rebel Pizza Bar is on the inside. Artistic graffiti covers the walls and a shiny wood-topped wraparound bar serves as the centerpiece. The eatery even boasts outdoor space in the form of a rooftop patio, a fun addition that includes a bocce ball court in case dinner gets boring.

So although the eatery just opened in September about 10 minutes from Folio, it should come as no surprise that it's already racking up rave reviews from local eaters. And that's not just because of the bocce ball court or the craft beers on tap. They're also gushing about the specialty pizzas, like the Fowl Play. This pie arrives topped with roasted chicken, red onion and green pepper, green olives, feta cheese, basil pesto, and a signature blend of Rebel Herbs. For more pork on your pie, try the Pig and Fig with prosciutto, fig jam, red onion, goat cheese, arugula, and lemon-parmesan. Even Eater Austin declares the creative pies worth a try.

Rebel Pizza Bar
7858 Shoal Creek Boulevard
Austin, TX 78757
(512) 457-5757
rebelpizzabar.com
www.yelp.com/biz/rebel-pizza-bar-austin

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Portobello Brazilian Grill: A New Type of Steakhouse in Austin

October 8, 2015 by

Portobello Brazilian Grill bucks the Texas steakhouse tradition in favor of something a little bit different. This Brazilian-style eatery features South American versions of steakhouse fare at its buffet, which is offered from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. and 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. on weekdays and weekends. Although Portobello only opened three months ago a few minutes from Folio, the buffet and standard menu are already drawing a crowd!

Load up on everything from white rice and black beans to fried yucca, lasagna, and collard greens at the weekday buffet, or Shepherd's Pie, beef with onions, and fried polenta on the weekend. You can also opt for a single platter, such as the classic picanha sirloin steak. It comes in 4-, 8-, and 12-ounce cuts with your choice of three sides. During the dinner hours, dig into some beef stroganoff or try the fejoada, a Brazilian style of bean strew with pork, sausage, and other dried meat.

Portobello Brazilian Grill
2113 Wells Branch Parkway
Austin, TX 78728
(512) 436-8174
eatportobello.com
www.yelp.com/biz/portobello-brazilian-grill-austin

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