Chicken-fried chicken, a beer-infused waffle, caramelized onion and spicy jalapeño syrup, fresh slices of apple, and creamy butter. These are the unexpected components that comprise the chicken and waffle dish at Delicious, one of the signature eats on the popular brunch menu. It also includes items like the brunch burger with bacon, egg, and cheese on top or the biscuits and gravy, featuring green chorizo gravy and sunny-side-up eggs.

If you come for lunch or dinner, start with a few unique small plates like the Korean fried chicken wings with kimchi and fermented chile, the winter squash ghanoush, and the ahi poke. Delicious also offers beer and wine by the glass as well as decadent ice creams and cookies, so don't skip dessert at this popular Austin eatery.

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The Austin Parks and Recreation Department decided that the city of Austin deserved something special around the holidays in 1965, so it launched the Yule Fest, a celebration of the season. Now more than 50 years later, the tradition continues but as the Austin Trail of Lights.

The Trail of Lights consists of more than 40 stunning light displays that are sure to get anyone who sees them into the holiday spirit. Along the entire trail, more than 2 million lights shine against the dark Austin sky. Along with performances and other seasonally themed activities, there's a lot to do when you visit the Austin Trail of Lights, so show up when it starts at 7 p.m. Admission is free from December 10th to the 16th and $3 on other evenings.

2016 Austin Trail of Lights
When: 7 p.m., Dec. 10 – 23
Where: 2100 Barton Springs Road, Austin, TX
Cost: $3; free from Dec. 10 – 16
austintrailoflights.org
austin.culturemap.com/eventdetail/austin-trail-lights-2016

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Whether you want to try some new foods or need a place for an upscale night out, you should try VOX Table. The cuisine here is not typical of what you'd fine at just any run-of-the-mill restaurant, and with just a few bites, you're sure to find that out. Start with the charcuterie board of prosciutto picante, duck rillette, and duro capocollo before you move on to a stunning noodle dish (try the octopus and noodles) or an inventive take on a classic steak platter. Whatever you choose, be sure to save room for dessert.

Reservations are suggested, especially on Friday and Saturday nights, so be sure to claim your table to enjoy this unique local dining experience at VOX Table.

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