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Dig Into Asian Fusion Fare at Saffron, a New Restaurant in Austin!

July 8, 2015 by

In the mere two months since it opened, Saffron has racked up nearly 30 Yelp reviews—and they award it five stars almost across the board. Perhaps that's because this Indian restaurant doesn't really adhere strictly to culinary tradition. Elements of Pakistani, Himalayan, and Nepalese cuisine are prevalent in the menu, too, resulting in an entirely new genre of Asian fusion fare.

Saffron sits just about 10 minutes away from Folio, so head here for dinner to try a few of its standout dishes. Customers highly recommend you order some rosemary and cheese naan on the side of any main dish, as it's perfect for scooping up the last licks of your meal. When it comes to entrees, the goat curry stands out in the crowd. It showcases moist bone-in goat that's been carefully cooked with garlic, ginger, and a blend of exotic spices to create a tender, flavorful end product. Other dishes come fresh from the tandoor, a traditional Indian clay oven, and some feature seafood or skip the meat altogether.

Saffron
3616 Far West Boulevard
Austin, TX 78731
(512) 241-1732
www.saffronaustin.com
www.yelp.com/biz/saffron-austin-2

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Grab Produce Straight from the Source at the Texas Farmers’ Market at Domain

July 2, 2015 by

At the Texas Farmers' Market at The Domain, one of three markets in the area, shoppers always get their groceries directly from the source. That's because all three of the Texas Farmers' Markets are producer-only farmers' markets, meaning the folks at each booth only sell what they've raised or grown themselves. There's no better way to cultivate a relationship between local farmers and the customers they serve. To ensure that each producer is up to snuff, market managers not only inspect photos of their products, but also go out to the farm or ranch once a year to make sure it's running smoothly.

At The Domain branch of the Texas Farmers' Market, you can pick up fresh veggies from OrganiCare Farms or a bouquet of flowers from Prickly Pair Farm. Austin Honey doles out sweet nectar, courtesy of local bees, and Winters Family Beef offers prime cuts of meat. Prepared foods like pasta, cheese, seafood, and even chocolates are also on the menu at Texas Farmers' Market at The Domain, which is only about 2.5 miles away from Folio.

Texas Farmers' Market
The Domain
3 to 6 p.m. July 5
3225 Amy Donovan Plaza
Austin, TX 78758
texasfarmersmarket.org/domain
www.yelp.com/biz/texas-farmers-market-at-domain-austin

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The Steeping Room: The Ultimate Tea Experience

June 25, 2015 by

With a name that's sure to please tea aficionados, The Steeping Room offers all-day tea and meals, just a few miles away from Folio. It has an extensive tea list, with options in black, white, green, and oolong. Rare teas from all over the world are also stocked here, from China, India, Nepal, and Tanzania. Some teas are labeled with the year they were made as if to note the "vintage," like the 1989 Pu-erh Yunnan Reserve, a tea you can’t find anywhere else locally. Seasonal favorites like pumpkin chai appear throughout the year as well.

Unlike other places in the area, you can order tea cakes anytime during the weekend. The Steeping Room offers breakfast, lunch and dinner, and much of the food is vegetarian; there are many gluten-free and vegan options too. If you need your tea fix at home, there's a small retail store where you can purchase tea by the gram.

The Steeping Room
11410 Century Oaks Terrace
Austin, TX 78758
www.thesteepingroom.com
www.yelp.com/biz/the-steeping-room-austin

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Garden Spot Cafe: A Hidden Gem Offering Salads that Hit the Spot!

June 18, 2015 by

Garden Spot Cafe is easy to miss. It’s a small spot on Burnet Road, about three miles from Folio. It’s also easy to miss the dining hours, which are just four hours per day, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. and only on weekdays. But, if the planets align and you’re able to make it to this quaint eatery, you’re sure to be pleased with the food.

After all, it’s been around since 1982, serving lunch fare that’s made fresh every day. Some customer favorites include the Majestic Salad (smoked turkey breast, carrots, cabbage, provolone, cranberries, toasted pecans, tomatoes, and cucumbers with your choice of dressing), the Red Baron (smoked ham, cream cheese, mushrooms, and smoked provolone) and the tuna melt. Garden Spot also caters, so keep it in mind if you’re hosting a gathering.

Garden Spot Cafe
9415 Burnet Road
Austin, TX 78758
(512) 835-1985
www.gardenspotcafe.com
www.yelp.com/biz/garden-spot-cafe-and-catering-austin

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Flaming Pizza: Fresh Pies in Four Minutes

June 12, 2015 by

Austin marches to its own beat, as evidenced by its slogan: "Keep Austin Weird." So even when it comes to shopping malls, you can expect something a little different in this Texas city. The Domain forgoes halls for fresh air, so you can soak up sunshine while you traipse from store to store or restaurant to restaurant. One of those stops should be a Flaming Pizza, a shiny new restaurant that just opened in May less than 10 minutes from Folio.

Chefs at Flaming Pizza craft their dough from scratch each morning, incorporating the best and freshest ingredients that they can find. There are more than 30 toppings on the menu, ranging from quality meats and cheeses to crisp veggies. Many of them are sourced from local farmers and ranchers. Build your own pie or order one of the pizzeria's signature creations and then wait for it to arrive. The fast-cooking pizza oven will bake your pie to golden brown in a matter of four minutes. What do you think of this new dining option at The Domain?

Flaming Pizza
The Domain
3220 Feathergrass Court
Austin, TX 78758
(512) 792-9595
www.flamingpizzausa.com
www.yelp.com/biz/flaming-pizza-austin

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Visit Adelbert’s Brewery This Weekend for a Tour and Some Tastes

May 21, 2015 by

Scott Hovey was a prolific home brewer before he took the plunge and opened his own brewery in 2011. He named it Adelbert’s Brewery after his deceased brother, George Adelbert Hovey, who was a true beer lover. Adelbert’s Brewery specializes in Belgian-style ales, and it’s been collecting kudos from both local beer drinkers and beer fans from across the country as well as awards from beer-tasting competitions.

Adelbert’s beers are available in retailers and bars all over the city, but given that the brewery is just two miles from Folio, there’s no reason why you shouldn’t stop in and see for yourself how its made (while also getting to sample some of the freshest beers available, right off the conveyor belt.)

Tours are $13 and include a glass that you can take home. On the tour you’ll have the chance to sample six beers of your choice and hang out in the indoor part of the tasting room, which is equipped with a ping pong table, foosball table, and dart board. Or, claim an outdoor picnic table and enjoy the company of your dog (dogs are permitted outside only.) Food trucks are parked outside the brewery on a regular basis, too, in case you get hungry.

Adelbert’s Brewery
Tours and tastings
5-8 p.m. Fridays and 1-4 p.m. Saturdays
2314 Rutland Drive
Austin, TX 78758
(512) 662-1462
adelbertsbeer.com
www.yelp.com/biz/adelberts-brewery-austin

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Congress Avenue Bridge Bat Tours: See the World’s Largest Urban Bat Colony Up Close

May 15, 2015 by

No, that's not a misspelling; Austin's Live Love Paddle is leading a bat tour this weekend. In fact, the tours are held almost every day. If you know anything about the city that inspired the slogan "Keep Austin Weird," then you probably already know that it's home to what's widely considered the biggest urban bat colony in the entire globe. That's why Live Love Paddle offers Congress Avenue Bridge Bat Tours—this specific bridge is where most of the colony lives.

Live Love Paddle, which is only about 20 minutes from your apartment at Folio, provides the kayaks, paddles, and all instruction you'll need to get out onto Lady Bird Lake for an up-close view of the bat colony. You don't even need any prior kayaking experience to join in the fun, just a willingness to learn. As you paddle ever-closer to the colony, your guide can tell you a bit more about how it came to be and answer any questions. You'll also get a breathtaking view of the Austin skyline at night from the water.

Live Love Paddle
Congress Avenue Bridge Bat Tours
1602 E. Riverside Drive
Austin, TX 78741
(512) 804-2122
livelovepaddle.com/congress-avenue-bridge-bat-tours.html

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Hungry? Order Food From One of These Nearby Restaurants!

May 8, 2015 by

Ah, modern technology. With a few taps on your smartphone, you can get food delivered right to your door at Folio thanks to apps like Eat24, Seamless, and Grubhub. The next time your stomach is growling and you don’t feel like cooking, check at one of these nearby restaurants, place your order, and get ready for your doorbell to ring:

Mi Pizza
If you could have a pizza any way you wanted, what would you choose? At Mi Pizza, that’s the question you’ll be posed, and it’s up to you to decide. Regulars love the create-your-own-pizza aspect of this eatery, and the prices are reasonable, too. Delivery is $3 and a minimum order of $15 is required.
6001 W. Palmer Lane, Austin, TX, 78727, (512) 258-5700
www.yelp.com/biz/mi-pizza-austin

Bamboo Bistro
If you can’t decide between Chinese or Thai cuisine, you don’t have to if you order from Bamboo Bistro. This fusion restaurant has a 4 ½ star rating on Yelp, with diners praising the crab wontons, the tom kah noodle soup, and the pot stickers. Delivery is $3 with a minimum order of $20.
11101 Burnet Road, Austin, TX 78758, (512) 821-0022
bamboobistroonline.com
www.yelp.com/biz/bamboo-bistro-austin

Madras Pavilion
Most Indian restaurants serve cuisine from just one or two regions of India, but Madras Pavilion offers fare from six different regions of the country. Each region is represented by a chef who creates his or her region’s specialties. Regular diners love the dosas, the saag paneer, and the samosas. Delivery is $7.99 with a $15 minimum order.
9025 Research Blvd., Austin, TX, 78758, (512) 719-5575
www.madraspavilionaustin.com
www.yelp.com/biz/madras-pavilion-austin

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The Domain: More Than Just a Mall Near Folio in Austin

April 24, 2015 by

The Domain in Austin has more than 100 high-end stores and restaurants, but it’s more than just a mall. The grassy, bucolic setting is also the perfect backdrop for community events, and since it’s less than three miles from Folio, it would be a snap for you to check out what The Domain has to offer.

FXfit Austin holds Vinyasa flow yoga classes on the lawn at The Domain several days a week, including 6 p.m. Mondays. And, until April 30, the classes are free of charge. And through the end of October, The Domain features a free concert series every weekend. This weekend, April 24-26, several singer/songwriters are in the lineup, as well as Salero, a Latin tropical band, from 2-5 p.m. Sunday.

The Domain also features an 800-square-foot outdoor play area with slides, climbers, and plenty of interactive equipment to keep the kids busy. If you get hungry, there’s no need to venture into a restaurant, just check out the food trucks that line up at the curb and go for whatever you’re craving.

The Domain
11410 Century Oaks Terrace
Austin, TX 78758
(512) 873-8099
www.simon.com/mall/the-domain
www.yelp.com/biz/the-domain-austin

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The Hightower: Fine Austin Dining not far from Folio

April 16, 2015 by

The Hightower brings fine dining to East Austin. It's located just a short trip from Folio, and it presents a menu filled with inventive, upscale fare. Visit for dinner and you'll find an array of options ranging from gnocchi with ricotta, butternut square puree, and turnip confit to fried gulf oysters served with pork rind, sriracha aioli, and sunflower sprouts. Each plate is meant to be shared, so diners typically order a few plates for the table to taste while enjoying a glass of wine, a pint of craft beer, or an expertly-made house cocktail.

On the weekends, The Hightower serves brunch from a menu full of dishes like chicken and waffles and ceviche. A daily happy hours offers deals on dishes and drinks, making it a popular time for diners to visit the restaurant.

If you'd like to visit The Hightower, the website recommends making a reservation one the phone or via email. The restaurant's closed on Mondays, but serves lunch and dinner Tuesdays through Fridays and brunch and dinner on Saturdays and Sundays.

The Hightower
1209 East 7th Street
Austin, TX 78702
thehightoweraustin.com
www.yelp.com/biz/the-hightower-austin

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