Wishing everyone a happy and healthy 2014!

Variety is the spice of life at the Draught House Pub and Brewery. Located in Rosedale a few blocks from North Lamar Boulevard, Draught House specializes in — what else – beer! Sit by the bar, grab a bench or take a seat outside on the patio. The no frills beer garden atmosphere makes it a nice place to relax with friends. And if you like beer, this is the place for you! The focus is on the craft beer revolution that is sweeping the country. There is always a large selection of draught and bottled beers hailing from Brooklyn to the California coast, and everywhere in between. Check out the daily specials for deals on pints. Sometimes, you get to keep your glass! And there’s always a food truck outside when you get hungry.

Draught House Pub and Brewery
4112 Medical Parkway
Austin, TX 78756
(512) 452-6258
http://www.yelp.com/biz/draught-house-pub-and-brewery-austin

For relaxed dining, you can’t beat Epicerie. Located where Hancock Road meets Woodview Avenue, just look for the blue house, and you’ll be at Epicerie. Inside, it's clean and comfortable, a nice combination for a relaxing lunch with co-workers or friends. The menu is seasonal, so it changes all the time. But there’s always a good selection of house-made soups, salads, sandwiches and small plates. (Try the French Fries, a real favorite.)

Lots of folks also come in after work or in the evening to taste from a nice selection of wines and to share some terrific cheeses and cured meat trays. Don't miss the fresh-baked beignets! Epicerie is also a grocery and has shelves filled with foods and specialty products, so you can make something good at home. 

Epicerie
2307 Hancock Drive
Austin, TX 78756
(512) 371-6840
http://epicerieaustin.com/
http://www.yelp.com/biz/%C3%AApicerie-cafe-and-grocery-austin