The next time you’re craving pizza, Tony’s South Austin Pizza is there to meet your cravings both day and night. This tried-and-true pizzeria offers a wide selection of creative pies with names like the Mediterranean, the West Coast, and the Backyard BBQ, as well as all of your favorite appetizers to go along with them. Pair the pie of your choosing with an order of garlic bread, housemade wings, or a fresh garden salad, and don’t forget to try an order of pizza rolls with your choice of unique fillings. If you’re not in the mood for pizza, Tony's South Austin Pizza also offers a great selection of subs and pastas that are just as tasty and filling.

The restaurant has a casual, friendly atmosphere with ample seating inside, but if you’re in a rush, they’ll also have your order ready for pickup or deliver to just about anywhere in the South Austin area.

Tony's South Austin Pizza
2203 FM 1626
Manchaca, TX 78652
(512) 280-2800
www.tonyspizzaaustin.com
www.yelp.com/biz/tonys-south-austin-pizza-manchaca-2

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Lean meats are a healthy part of any nutritious diet, but it’s very important to handle them properly to avoid illness. Be sure to follow these important tips for buying and preparing raw meat.

1. Purchase only high-quality meats. When shopping for steak, chicken, fish, or other meats, always look for the Safe Food Handling label on the package. Also, use your own discretion to examine meat before purchasing, and be sure that it’s wrapped tightly and packaged in a bag away from other foods.
2. Store meat safely. Meat must remain at a cold temperature until you’re ready to prepare it, so store it in your refrigerator and put it in the refrigerator’s meat bin if possible. Fresh meats should be used within three to four days, while meats like sausage and ground beef should be used within two days.
3. Keep yourself (and your counters) safe. Always wash your hands thoroughly before and after handling raw meat. It’s also important to only use cutting boards and utensils for meat to avoid cross-contamination.
4. Cook meat completely. Be sure to defrost meat in the refrigerator or the microwave; never let raw meat sit on the countertop to defrost. Once it’s time to cook your meat, use a food thermometer to see that ground meats reach at least 160°F and that beef and pork reach 145°F.

Food Safety: How to Handle Raw Meat [Beef Retail]
Keeping Your Meat Safe [Home Food Safety]
Meat [FoodSafety.gov]
Safe Food Handling: What You Need to Know [FDA]

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If you love all things inspired by the Roaring ‘20s, there might not be a better spot to grab a drink in the Austin area than Speakeasy. As its name implies, this ‘20s-style bar and music venue is inspired by the speakeasies of the Jazz Age, featuring three levels of dimly lit, mysterious spaces for listening to live music, sipping a cocktail, or checking out the view on the rooftop lounge, Terrace 59.

The cocktail menu includes old-fashioned options with names like the Godfather and the Perfect Storm, and ordering bottle service makes your visit even more enjoyable. With so many different levels and seating areas, you can even enjoy your drinks anywhere you please. Challenge your friends to a game of darts or shuffleboard, check out great local music, or just plan a swanky night out at this retro local favorite.

For a full schedule of music and events, visit the Speakeasy website.

Speakeasy
412 Congress Ave
Austin, TX 78701
(512) 476-8017
www.speakeasyaustin.com
www.yelp.com/biz/speakeasy-austin

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