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    Las Manitas Lives! Sort Of

    Any Austin old-timer can recall Avenue Cafe/ Las Manitas on Congress and 2nd street.  It was a food and cultural icon.  You’d literally walk through the kitchen to get to the famous back…

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  • Sullivan’s Got Swanky

    If you don’t already know, Sullivan’s has a pretty kick-ass Sunday bar menu deal. Select nibbles and wines are only $7.00 each.  I wanted oysters and did they ever deliver. Super cold, tasty…

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    Willkommen Fredericksburg! (Day Trip)

    Looking for a single day get-away, we decided to hop in the car and head northwest of Austin to Fredericksburg, Texas. I hadn’t visited the town in a while, so I was due…

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    Freddy’s Place, Trust Displaced?

    Freddy’s is a South Austin icon that is known for its easy going atmosphere, SoFi vibe, quick food, live music and outside bar. A family place, certainly. Dogs welcome, I believe. So when…

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  • Porter

    Porter Ale House and Gastropub

    Most of my visits to Porter involve a beer or glass of wine and maybe some snacks while hanging out with friends and neighbors. I’ve had dinner and brunch a few times. It…

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  • The Park

    Good Food In a Sports Bar? As if! Well Actually, The Park Surprises

    After a bunch of errands, I was starving. We popped into the neighborhood mega sports bar call The Park (South Lamar).  I’ve had burgers there before but had not tried any of the entrees.…

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    An Asian Culinary Adventure Inspired by NPR: Kin and Comfort

    I was pulled outside of my comfort zone for this one, but I am glad I let go of my boundaries. I had the pork belly buns and the panang mac and cheese…

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