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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 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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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…
