To a first time cook, Indian cuisine can seem complex and intimidating. However, learning just a few basic principles will help make the enterprise of cooking Indian food easier. Here are a few tips Select a good cookbook Among the many Indian cookbooks available, Julie Sahni and Madhur Jaffrey have produced some of the best. […]

Say Cheese, because it will make you smile at Antonelli’s Cheese Shop in Austin’s Hyde Park. This specialty shop offers a wide selection of cheese from Texas and around the world. It may overwhelm you but friendly and knowledgeable “cheesemonger” staff will guide you through your decision.  They will even write down your selections for […]

Furniture 123 is the place for great deals on new furniture.  Affiliated with Gage Furniture, this family owned business that has furnished Austin homes and apartments for over 70 years.  Furniture 123 offers great value on big name brands, which you can browse online, or inside of Gage Furniture’s showroom.  Prices are VERY reasonable, which make […]

A little information can be empowering; too much, less so. And one of the aims of the Nutrition Fact panel you'll find on almost every food item you can buy is to present a whole host of information about food in a clear and intelligible way. In some ways, the Nutrition Facts panel is a […]

Inka Chicken is Austin’s Peruvian fusion restaurant serving up one main dish – charcoal rotisserie chicken.  Although they only offer the chicken entree, you won’t be disappointed – the meat is moist and flavorful.  Ordering is easy and you can choose from several combinations of chicken portions, sides and sauces.   American side choices include steak fries, […]

Hi Tunes Karaoke could be Austin’s favorite Karaoke club – there are many reasons why regulars love to sing-along here. At the top of the list are the private rooms that let you party with your friends and avoid gawking if you can’t carry a tune. The rooms also rent by the hour, rather than […]

Roll On Sushi Diner embraces fusion fare in diner-themed style, right in Austin, Texas. This casual and fun Sushi bar in Allandale has plenty of Austin twists to their specialty rolls. The Cholesta roll is the most popular, with chicken fried steak, mashed potatoes, and green beans rolled up together and served with gravy. Another […]

Family owned and operated since 1983, Julio’s Cafe is a top spot for Mexican cuisine in Austin’s Hyde Park neighborhood. Their specialty is roast chicken, and you won’t go wrong with any item on the menu that features it. The chicken and vegetable soup is a customer favorite, and quarter and half chicken specials are […]

Break up you chain coffee routine and give Star Co. Coffeehouse and Cafe in Round Rock a try.  Their all-organic coffee beverages are brewed by friendly staff, and their prices are better than that famous Seattle-based chain. They also offer more variety, with many flavor shots to dress up your drink – including honey and peanut butter. […]

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