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Enjoy Curries of All Sorts at Mirchi Restaurant

December 15, 2015 by

The flavors of India and Pakistan shine bright at Mirchi Restaurant, a new BYOB two miles from Folio.

Guests of Mirchi Restaurant can look forward to classic South Asian-inspired dishes like kababs, samosas, chicken boti, and chicken tikka. Curries are available as a build-your-own option with rice options like plain rice, fried rice and biryani, and curry options like chicken tikka masala, butter chicken, and shrimp masala. Order your meal a la carte, or get your fill at the lunch buffet.

Mirchi is open daily at 11 a.m. The restaurant is open until 11 p.m. Sunday through Thursday and midnight on Friday and Saturday. Make plans to enjoy delicious eats in a casual space at Mirchi Restaurant.

Mirchi Restaurant
1212 W. Parmer Lane
Austin, TX 78753
(512) 284-8298
mirchiaustin.com
www.yelp.com/biz/mirchi-austin-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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Game On: Play Bingo At Big Star Bingo

December 4, 2015 by

Gamers, listen up! Big Star Bingo is continuing to hold its own as a cool spot for playing bingo in Austin. And let's be clear — this is not your grandma’s bingo game!

Big Star Bingo is open nightly from 4:30 p.m. to 10:30 p.m. and attracts players of all ages. There are serious players who use multiple boards and there are more fun-loving casual players who use it as an excuse to have a night out with friends. No matter where you land on the spectrum, anyone can put in as little as $6 for the chance of winning a few hundred bucks.

The space is BYOB, so guests are welcome to bring along their favorite six pack or bottle of wine to give them some liquid luck. Snacks like hot dogs and cake are available at Big Star’s snack bar.

Not only is a trip to Big Star Bingo fun, but also a way to raise funds for charities, too. Big Star Bingo donates a portion of its proceeds to charities like The Institute for Disability Access, Accessible Housing Austin and more.

Big Star Bingo is only about 10 minutes from Folio, which makes it a great spot to spend an evening with a group of friends.

Big Star Bingo
910 W. Anderson Lane
Austin, TX 78757
bigstarbingoaustin.com
www.yelp.com/biz/big-star-bingo-austin

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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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Game the Night Away at Pinballz Arcade!

November 4, 2015 by

Gamer? Spend your evening (or weekend!) at Pinballz Arcade, a 13,000-square-foot arcade with more than 200 popular games.

Get reacquainted (or introduced!) to old school favorites like Mario Brothers, Mortal Kombat, Super Pac-Man, Monopoly Jackpot, Fruit Ninja, air hockey, skeeball, and racing games. As the name implies, Pinballz specializes in pinball machines, too; it's home to more than 100 pinball machines of all sorts.

The arcade prides itself on being affordable; most games cost only .50 cents or .75 cents per play — sounds like a deal! Token machines can be found throughout the arcade, but all machines also take quarters, too. The fun awaits just a few minutes from Folio.

Happy gaming!

Pinballz Arcade
8940 Research Blvd.
Austin, TX 78758
(512) 420-8458
www.pinballzarcade.com
www.yelp.com/biz/pinballz-arcade-austin

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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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Help our Local Shelters!

October 17, 2015 by

The City of Austin's Animal Services Office/Austin Animal Center, the Austin Humane Society and Austin Pets Alive! are taking in adoptable animals from the Bastrop Animal Shelter to free space there for pets being evacuated due to the fire. We want to do anything we can to help!

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