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Shop for Handcrafted Gifts at the Pecan Street Festival

May 1, 2018 by

Every spring and fall, the Pecan Street Festival returns to the Sixth Street Historic District in Austin. It brings with it live music, lots of artisan-crafted items, and hot food from the city's most popular chefs. So mark your calendar for the upcoming spring installment of the festival on May 5th and 6th if you don't want to miss the fun.

The main attraction is the lineup of artisans from around Austin and across the country. Hundreds of them line the streets touting one-of-a-kind wares crafted from metal, glass, stone, fiber, and other mediums. After you indulge in some shopping, indulge in hot food. Austin's innovative chefs will dish out everything from crepes to funnel cakes, from smoothies to frosty lemonade. Then enjoy live music presented by some of the best local acts across three stages on Red River, Neches, and Trinity streets.

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Mandala Kitchen & Bar: Fusion Vietnamese, Thai and Cajun Cuisine

April 24, 2018 by

Chef Kieu Pham takes the Vietnamese and Thai recipes that she learned from her mother and tweaks them with her own contemporary flair, resulting in the modern fusion fare you'll find at Mandala Kitchen & Bar. Chef Kieu debuted her new Austin eatery in March and it immediately started racking up rave reviews from customers throughout the city.

Start your meal with the Mandala chicken wings, served with pickled veggies and coated with sweet chili sauce, or the crispy egg rolls stuffed with shrimp, pork, and taro root. Or skip straight to an inventive entree, like the Cajun fried rice. It's loaded with crawfish tails, beef sausage, and hickory-smoked pork, plus eggs, sweet corn, sweet onion, and green onions. The black mussels curry shaken ribeye features chunks of USDA Choice steak tossed with mushroom, bell pepper, scallions, and sweet onions, the combination perched atop a pillow of white rice. Come to Mandala to devour one of these dishes or any of the other fusion bites.

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Don’t Miss the Austin Food + Wine Festival From April 27-29

April 17, 2018 by

Austin Ewald of Grizzelda's. Carmen Valera of Tamale House East. Stephanie McClenny of Confituras Little Kitchen. These are just a handful of the illustrious local chefs who will participate in the Grand Taste this year at the Austin Food + Wine Festival from April 27th to 29th.

The Grand Taste + Chef Showcase is a special exhibit that only VIP guests get access to, featuring culinary experts from Austin and Central Texas dishing out their signature eats, as well as wine and spirits. The rest of the festival boasts booths that host chefs from all around the country, many of them the owners of multiple eateries. In addition to crafting eclectic food for tastings, the chefs also host workshops designed to arm foodies with every skill they need to truly enjoy their cuisine and libations.

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Fareground At One Eleven: A Modern-Day Food Court With Something for Everyone

April 10, 2018 by

Austin has always been on the cutting-edge of culinary trends, as evidenced by its food trailer parks and collection of roaming food trucks. So it should really come as no surprise that Austin innovators recently debuted a new concept: an upscale food court/park called Fareground At One Eleven. It just opened in January.

The food court consists of six distinct food counters and a central bar, as well as ample amounts of chic and comfy seating. You can savor a locally sourced salad from Henbit, dig into a German pretzel with beer cheese from Easy Tiger, or grab a couple of artisan tacos from Dai Due. Enjoy them inside the food court or, on a warm day, head out to the adjacent park and eat your lunch in the fresh air under the shade of old oak trees.

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Check Out Tricked-Out Hot Rods at The 17th Annual Lonestar Round Up on April 6-7

April 2, 2018 by

"It's without a doubt one of the nation's best hot rod and custom events," Rod & Custom Magazine says of the Lonestar Round Up. The 17th Annual Lonestar Round Up is coming back to Austin on April 6th and 7th. Its collection of vintage hot rods and other customized roadsters will be on full display at the Travis County Expo Center.

Parking is free and general admission tickets are just $15, which is a bargain when you consider the huge herd of autos on display. In addition to the beautiful pieces of machinery, the Lonestar Round Up also features loves of live music, a sprawling swap meet, and many local vendors. Don't be surprised if you get invited to a backyard barbecue while you're at the Lonestar Round Up—its energy tends to take over the entire city for the weekend.

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Eat to the Beat of Live Music at Evangeline Cafe in South Austin

March 27, 2018 by

Evangeline Café offers diners some of the best in Cajun food accompanies by live music. They have a comfortable and exciting atmosphere that allows you to enjoy the company of friends. They offer late night live music two nights a week as well as special events such as Mardi Gras celebrations. Their calendar is always full of familiar names in local music. This combined with excellent food gives you all you need to have a great evening.

Customers are talking about the exciting atmosphere and unique food offered by Evangeline Café. It is the place to be for a night of music, great drinks and quality food. Check out their latest in events and activities when choosing which night you want to pay a visit to Evangeline Café. You don’t want to miss a minute of the fun.

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Explore Living Works of Art at the 61st Annual Zilker Garden Festival

March 20, 2018 by

The Zilker Botanical Garden celebrates the best of local floral all year round, but each spring, it hosts a special event to herald the arrival of a new season. The 61st Annual Zilker Garden Festival will soon return to the park and bring with it a large roster of artists, extra blooms, and more.

If your windowsill garden could use a few fresh additions, browse the many booths of plant vendors at the Garden Festival. You should be able to find something that jives well with your existing blooms or a standalone houseplant to add to your living room. Peruse the garden-inspired works of art, as well, from ceramics and gardening hats to handcrafted jewelry and clothing. Stop by the Flower Show to check out masterpieces molded from fresh blossoms or take in a live concert with a craft beer and hot food in hand in the Oak Grove.

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Put Your Best Face Forward for Spring at Halina European Day Spa

March 13, 2018 by

At Halina European Day Spa, you feel relaxed and welcome the minute you walk through the door. Since 1970, the spa has been serving generations of Central Texans. They are constantly growing and always use the most professional standards in the industry. All of the treatments at Halina are scientifically based and combine traditional and European methods with the latest advancements in skin research and biology.

As soon as you enter, one of the friendly staff members offers you wine, cucumber water, or something calming to drink and even a neck wrap as you relax and wait for your treatment.

The spa offers several different kinds of massages including therapeutic, deep tissue, pregnancy, hot stone, aromatherapy, couple’s massage, and more. Their facials include enzyme and glycolic peels and microdermabrasion. The spa also offers waxing, threading, or electrolysis hair removal, airbrush tanning, manicures or pedicures, and hair treatments. They even have make-up application and education.

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Enjoy a Cup of Java or a Glass of Wine at Houndstooth Coffee

March 6, 2018 by

In Scotland of years past, plaid patterns like houndstooth distinguished the people of one region from another. The minds behind Houndstooth Coffee believe that in contemporary America, coffeehouses do the same thing. An independent coffee shop gives out-of-towners a glimpse into the community and serves as a source of unity for locals. So Houndstooth is the perfect name for this Texas-based chain of cafes.

The Houndstooth Coffee on North Lamar is just a stone's throw away from home and offers only top-notch java and much, much more. You can come to Houndstooth to savor a cup of joe or hot tea in the morning or swing by after work for a glass of wine or bottle of beer. Either way, for a true treat, pair your chosen beverage with something sweet from the pastry case. Then sit back and enjoy the atmosphere as you sip and nibble at Houndstooth Coffee.

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Enjoy a Craft Brew at the Newly Opened Cosmic Coffee + Beer Garden

February 27, 2018 by

When Cosmic Coffee + Beer Garden opened in January, its goal was two-fold: make Austin eaters take immediate notice of its appearance and ensure that Mother Nature didn't feel its presence at all. It operates according to an eco-friendly philosophy, which encompasses growing its own herbs in raised garden beds (which you'll see when you walk in) and a beautifully landscaped pond. Its chicken coop is just outside and not only produces eggs for employees to take home, but also provides natural fertilizer for the garden. The irrigation system stems from a large cistern that collects and repurposes rainwater, and the low-waste approach in the kitchen means Cosmic Coffee barely contributes to landfills.

If these methods resonate with you, come to grab a mug of boozy coffee, a glass or can of wine, or a cocktail or craft beer at Cosmic. Food trucks parked outside provide the grub and local musicians lay down the soundtrack at Cosmic Coffee + Beer Garden in South Austin.

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