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Curly’s Carolina Texas: Distinctive Barbecue in Round Rock

October 23, 2014 by

Fans of Curly’s Carolina Texas are willing to get in line to get their fill of savory smoked meat. Carolina-style barbeque is on the menu, which means it’s slathered with the tangy vinegar sauce from North Carolina or South Carolina’s spicy mustard sauce. In an area with a number of great BBQ places, this makes Curly's a unique dining option.

Yummy sandwich options include the Wolfpack with pulled pork, smoked bacon, smoked Gouda cheese, and Carolina red sauce. The Texan sandwich features sliced beef brisket slow smoked over Texas post oak. Order the Texas Trinity Platter and you get a feast with Carolina-style pulled pork, tender Texas beef brisket, pork ribs and your choice of two sides. The side dish menu includes Hush Puppies, Fried Okra, Pan-Fried Cornbread, Wasabi Coleslaw and Loaded Potato Salad. Save room for a delectable dessert like Candied Bacon Pecan Pie.

Visit the Curly's Carolina Texas website to learn more about this Round Rock BBQ place!

Curly's Carolina Texas
112 E. Main Street
Round Rock, TX 78664
(512) 537-9227
www.curlyscarolinatx.com
www.yelp.com/biz/curlys-carolina-texas-round-rock

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What’s in Season? Your Handy Guide to Autumn Fruits and Veggies

October 16, 2014 by

The autumn season is known for its bountiful harvests of sturdy root vegetables and tart fruits, which provide a welcome change after months of summer produce. If you’re already planning the next few months of fall recipes, this handy guide will show you which fruits and vegetables are in season.

  • Apples. Perhaps the most popular autumn fruit, apples can be used in pies, tarts, ciders, and even as a healthy handheld snack while on the go.
  • Broccoli. Although broccoli grows year-round in most climates, it becomes sweeter and less bitter when harvested in the fall.
  • Brussels sprouts. This hearty vegetable can be prepared a variety of different ways and is becoming increasingly popular in the gourmet food world.
  • Root vegetables. Carrots, sweet potatoes, parsnips, and other root vegetables are common during the autumn season and can be used in soups or roasted in the oven.
  • Cranberries. Although cranberries usually take center stage during the wintertime, they’re harvested throughout New England during the fall.
  • Figs. These sweet, chewy fruits have a second season later in the fall.
  • Garlic. If you prefer to use fresh garlic in recipes as opposed to dried or canned, the fall is the best time to purchase it.
  • Artichokes. Top your salads or pizzas with flavorful artichokes, which produce a smaller second crop in the fall.

Fall Fruits and Vegetables [About Food]
The Best Fruits and Veggies to Eat This Fall [Greatist]
What’s In Season? Fall [More Matters]

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Amy’s Ice Creams: Frozen Delights in Austin

October 9, 2014 by

Since 1984 Amy’s Ice Creams has created premium ice cream, frozen yogurt, and dairy-free fruit ice. An Austin, Texas original, there are locations throughout Houston and San Antonio. Next time you’re shopping at the Hill Country Galleria, just minutes away from Hardrock Canyon, cool off with a scoop from Amy’s.

With 350 flavors of frozen treats, plus many toppings, your sweet treat will never get boring. They always offer seven standard flavors, including the famous Mexican vanilla and Belgian chocolate, but there are always plenty of rotating ones as well. The friendly staff has a great customer service sense and is happy to make recommendations based on your preferences. You can sit on the nice outdoor patio or in the comfortable indoor parlor that includes comfy arm chairs. There's also a photo booth to add even more fun to your ice cream outing.

Amy's Ice Cream
13420 Galleria Parkway
Austin, TX 78738
(512) 263-2903
www.amysicecreams.com
www.yelp.com/biz/amys-ice-creams-austin-14

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Twenty Years of Tradition Go Into the Sandwiches at Hoody’s Sub Shop

October 2, 2014 by

Residents of Round Rock have been flocking to Hoody's Sub Shop for over twenty years—and with good reason. Besides creating subs with high quality ingredients, like Boar's Head meat and cheese, Hoody's is also a dedicated part of the community. The owners are longtime Round Rock residents and happily support the area in their business endeavors.

Select hot or cold sandwiches, such as the Philly cheesesteak piled high with mushrooms, onions, and peppers, the delightfully spicy Cajun turkey topped with provolone, or skip the bread and turn any sub into a salad. All sandwiches come with lettuce, onion, tomato, and pickle, but you're more than welcome to add extras to any sub, including oil, spices, mustard, and mayonnaise.

Hoody's also offers a party tray (for pick up or delivery) that easily feeds twelve to fifteen and makes satisfying your hungry group a breeze.

Hoody's Sub Shop
1205 Round Rock Avenue
Round Rock, TX 78681
(512) 244-7166
www.hoodyssubs.com
www.yelp.com/biz/hoodys-sub-shop-round-rock

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Morelia Mexican Grill: Not Your Typical Tex-Mex Cuisine

September 25, 2014 by

Morelia Mexican Grill in Round Rock is not your typical Tex-Mex food. The family hails from Morelia, Mexico and the menu offers traditional and authentic food. Of course you can find your favorite Mexican items like Burritos and Tacos, but what makes Morelia stand out is a varied menu with more options than is typical of Mexican food.

In addition to standard beef, chicken and shrimp fajitas, the grill offers combos that feature quail and ribs. If you like enchiladas, they have 10 to choose from, including crawfish enchiladas with a cajun cream sauce. In fact, their special sauces are found throughout the menu and range from ranchero to mole and spicy cream. The atmosphere is casual and murals decorate the walls. Bar beverages are more than just margaritas and include traditional drinks.

Morelia Mexican Grill
920 Palm Valley Boulevard
Round Rock, TX 78664
(512) 255-0511
www.yelp.com/biz/morelia-grill-round-rock

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The SBA’s Guide to Different Types of Small Businesses

September 18, 2014 by

From startups to franchises, there are many different types of businesses around the country. To help clarify, the U.S. Small Business Association has created a series of informative guides describing the various types of small business:

Startups & High Growth Businesses
The word “startup” seems pretty self explanatory, and it includes both companies getting off the ground and technology-based companies with high growth potential. These companies are based on innovative products and services meant to scale, and they often require a lot of financial backing to become successful.

Self-Employed & Independent Contractors
Being self-employed has many benefits, but it's often much different from working for a company. This guide explains how independent contractors should file their taxes, tips for starting your own business, government contracting opportunities and a number of other tips.

Franchise Businesses
Franchising a turnkey business is a popular way for entrepreneurs to adapt an existing business model to a new venue. In this SBA guide to franchise businesses, you’ll learn about different kinds of franchising.

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Blue Velvet: A Vintage Clothing Store with 20 Years of History

September 15, 2014 by

With a long-standing community presence and a loyal customer base, Blue Velvet is considered one of the best vintage clothing stores in a city that boasts quite a few. In fact, Austin’s Blue Velvet clothing store has been in the area for so long, many of the items that came out when it opened are now considered vintage! The prices are very reasonable for the items that the store sells, and the knowledgeable, stylish salespeople are friendly, but not overly pushy.

Blue Velvet offers a wide variety of women’s dresses and skirts, vintage band t-shirts, men’s jackets and buttondown shirts, and a number of retro accessories. From the fedora hats to the rows up on rows of vintage jewelry and sunglasses, this store sells the types of items that you’ll wear for years to come.

Blue Velvet is open 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. Mondays through Saturdays and 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Sundays.

Blue Velvet
217 W. North Loop Boulevard
Austin, TX 78751
(512) 452-2583
www.bluevelvetaustin.com
www.yelp.com/biz/blue-velvet-austin-2

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Toy Time: Where It’s Always Time to Play

September 4, 2014 by

Just about every store in the Austin area is a bit quirkier than most, and Toy Time is one of those truly unique establishments. This independent toy store carries a wide selection of toys that you won’t find at most big box toy stores, and it even offers pop culture memorabilia that adults will love, as well.

The colorful, jam-packed shop is small, but it’s filled to the brim with children’s dolls and toys. The candy selection includes hard-to-find items like chocolate rocks, and the walls are lined with electronic games, costumes, model kits, and much more. Toy Time also includes a party room where guests can book fun-filled birthday parties. This room is set up like a treehouse, and the affordable package includes your choice of entertainers ranging from magicians to princesses and even full-scale petting zoos.

Toy Time is open 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. daily, and the store is closed on Sundays.

Toy Time
101-B Pecan Street West
Pflugerville, TX 78660
(512) 990-8697
www.toy-time.com
www.yelp.com/biz/toy-time-pflugerville

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Happy Labor Day!

September 1, 2014 by

We hope everyone has a happy and safe Labor Day!

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Mother’s Cafe: Eclectic Vegetarian Fare in a Colorful Atmosphere

August 28, 2014 by

From its colorful outdoor patio tables to its equally bright, cheery interior, Mother’s Cafe is an eclectic eatery through and through, and a visit here is sure to brighten your mood. The menu is entirely vegetarian or vegan, but each dish is thoughtfully prepared and very filling. Soups and salads are made with fresh vegetables and spices, and the restaurant offers a number of different types of meat-free enchiladas. Specialty dishes, such as ravioli marinara and mushroom stroganoff, come in heartier portions that are great for dinner, while the quiches and sandwiches make great grab-and-go items for takeout.

Mother’s Cafe also offers a full wine and beer selection, while the eatery's made-from-scratch desserts are some of the restaurant’s most popular items. Add in convenient parking, friendly service and affordable prices and Mother’s Cafe will quickly become a staple on any Austin vegetarian or vegan’s go-to restaurant list.

Mother’s Cafe is open 11:30 a.m. to 10 p.m. daily. Brunch is served 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. every Saturday and Sunday.

Mother’s Cafe
4215 Duval Street
Austin, TX 78751
(512) 451-3994
www.motherscafeaustin.com
www.yelp.com/biz/mothers-cafe-and-garden-austin

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