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Stop Into Chisos Grill for Southwestern-Style Comfort Food and Spirits

February 13, 2014 by

Chisos Grill’s logo is a monumental West Texas rock formation set against a cool desert moon. With a scene like that, it’s easy to picture cowboys sharing food by the campfire — grits, smoky meats, crawfish, tortilla soup, and tequila. That’s what you get at Hill Country Galleria: all-natural, Texas-raised, Southwestern-style comfort food.

Burgers, pulled pork, and queso get high marks from diners, and while the menu might not be as authentic as it claims, it’s reliably tasty stop at the mall. Do some down-home drinking, too; the bar sports 30 beers, 25 wines, and 20 spirits, all made in Texas and memorably deployed by a crackerjack bar staff. Nearly everything is gluten-free, and there’s happy hour every day.

Check Chisos Grill’s site for specials and live music details.

Chisos Grill
12921 Hill Country Boulevard
Bee Cave, TX 78738
(512) 263-7353
http://www.chisosgrill.com/
http://www.yelp.com/biz/chisos-grill-bee-cave

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Over 100 Beers Have a Home at Little Woodrow’s

February 6, 2014 by

Lots of bars offer a place to drink beer and watch the game, but few are as chilled-out and welcoming as Little Woodrow’s. Just like its siblings across the Austin area, the Bee Cave location has plenty of TVs — and plenty of beer. There are over 100 brews on the menu, and the staff are the nicest, most unpretentious beer geeks you’ve ever met! Don’t know your IPA from your Hefeweizen? No problem. They’ll hook you up and then come back to talk about the Longhorns. Bring Fido to relax on the huge patio, listen to some live music, and try your luck at Trivia Night. Little Woodrow’s is the definition of a college town destination.

Check the website for hours, events, and specials.

Little Woodrow’s
12801 Shops Parkway
Bee Cave, TX 78783
(512) 263-8374
http://littlewoodrows.com/aus_bee_cave/
http://www.yelp.com/biz/little-woodrows-bee-cave

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HILL COUNTRY GALLERIA HOSTS FREE WINE EVENT

February 5, 2014 by

HILL COUNTRY GALLERIA HOSTS FREE WINE EVENT

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Blue Bamboo: Vietnamese Thai Fusion Cuisine

January 30, 2014 by

Blue Bamboo believes in quality ingredients and fresh dishes. Start your meal with their trademark crispy egg rolls, or try the satay, a traditional Thai skewer of beef, chicken, or tofu served with honey cucumber sauce. Blue Bamboo features numerous noodle and rice-based entrée options. Regulars rave about the sizzling chicken, a specialty entrée of stir fried chicken and veggies in a honey-lime ginger sauce.

Other options include wok-tossed filet mignon, Thai basil chicken, and red curry with vegetables, pineapple, and your choice of meat or tofu. Round out your order with a cup of pho soup on a cool night. For an all-in-one dessert and after dinner pick-me-up, try the Vietnamese iced-coffee made with sweetened condensed milk.

Blue Bamboo is open daily from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. If you’d rather stay in than dine-out, order takeout and grab your food to-go.

Blue Bamboo
12918 Shops Parkway, Suite 300
Bee Cave, TX 78738
(512) 263-8889
http://bluebamboo71.com
http://www.yelp.com/biz/blue-bamboo-bee-cave

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Greystar Career Fair

January 27, 2014 by

Greystar Career Fair, Tuesday 2/4/14 at Tree from 10am-2pm.

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Freeze Warning

January 23, 2014 by

Freeze Warning for Paseo at Bee Cave

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Interesting Trivia from Outdated USDA Food Guides

January 22, 2014 by

Over the years, the USDA has compiled a large number of informational food guides to advise people on everything from counting calories to managing diabetes. While some of the advice remains with us today, other tips have been superseded by new discoveries and better nutrition knowledge.

Here are some interesting tips from past USDA food guides:

  • In the 1940s, food portion sizes were measured using a yardstick rather than the cups or ounces that we use today.
  • In the 1960s, the USDA recommended that people eat the same amount of grains as they did fruits and vegetables. Today, we know that we should limit the amount of grains we consume, in favor of eating more fruits and veggies.
  • Many of the USDA’s food guide tips developed in the 1980s are still in use today, such as limiting sodium intake, drinking alcohol in moderation and avoiding saturated fat and cholesterol.

Too see more past food guides from the USDA, click here.

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The Backyard at Bee Cave: An Austin Music Experience

January 16, 2014 by

If you haven’t seen a show at The Backyard at Bee Cave, you're missing out on a quintessential Austin-area music experience. This outdoor music venue has hosted legendary artists such as Bob Dylan, Willie Nelson, David Bowie, and countless others. Set in Texas’ beautiful hill country, the surroundings are just as spectacular as the music. Although there are indoor bathrooms, they are a bit small. That's the tradeoff to enjoy a relatively intimate venue, with the opportunity to get closer to the stage than other spots that welcome big name artists. Tickets tend to be reasonably priced, as well as parking. Traffic can get congested close to the entrance. The Backyard recommends carpooling – if there are four or more to a vehicle, you can park for free. Just be sure to take a friend’s SUV, the gravel lot can be rough on low profile vehicles. Regulars suggest using a car locater app on your smart phone to find your car at the end of the night. Visit the website for a schedule of shows!

The Backyard at Bee Cave
13801 Bee Cave Parkway
Bee Cave, TX 78738
(512) 651-5033
www.thebackyard.net
www.yelp.com/biz/the-backyard-at-bee-cave-bee-cave

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Which Sandwich Will You Order at Which Wich?

January 8, 2014 by

There are lots of sandwich chains, but chances are you’ve never seen one like Which Wich. Come in and grab an order form; it’s appropriately printed on a brown lunch bag. With over 50 bread, meat, and topping options, the possible combinations are endless, and deciding can be tough!

You’re not accustomed to seeing this stuff elsewhere, either; choices like Chicken Pesto or Hummus and Cucumber lift Which Wich sandwiches above the competition. Add a fresh cookie or a thick, creamy milkshake and you’ve got a cheap, memorable meal. Note that rush hours get busy, but locals praise the efficient service. Free Wi-Fi is available here.

Which Wich
12800 Hill Country Boulevard
Bee Cave, TX 78738
(512) 263-1221
http://www.whichwich.com/
http://www.yelp.com/biz/which-wich-bee-cave

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Happy New Year!

January 1, 2014 by

Wishing everyone a happy and healthy 2014!

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