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Official Drink of Austin
Cocktail from swanky downtown bar crowned the Official Drink of Austin 2015
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02.27.15 | 11:41 am
On Thursday, February 26, Austin's most talented mixologists sloshed, sipped and stirred in a fight to be crowned the Official Drink of Austin 2015.  The second annual event, hosted ...
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The Townsend
Innovative Congress Avenue cocktail lounge wants to change bartending forever
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02.27.15 | 08:58 am
Congress Avenue's newest bar will feature the works: an intriguing drink menu, an intimate live performance space, a state-of-the-art sound system and an innovative approach to bartending. Located in ...
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Eureka!
California chain to bring burgers and beer to hot Sixth Street space
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02.26.15 | 04:28 pm
A California chain with a focus on burgers, beer and whiskey is setting up shop in downtown Austin. Eureka plans to serve 40 craft beers, 40 small-batch whiskeys and un-fussy ...
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Italic Preview
First taste of Italic: New rustic Italian restaurant opening soon in downtown Austin
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02.26.15 | 09:58 am
Italic, the Italian endeavor from the ELM Restaurant group (24 Diner, Arro, Easy Tiger), is just a few short weeks away from opening its doors at Sixth and Colorado streets ...
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Brunch by Neighborhood
The 13 best brunch spots in East Austin
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02.25.15 | 01:02 pm
There's no better way to kick off the weekend than catching up with a few friends over a lazy meal (and a few cocktails). These 13 brunch spots in ...
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Roll On In
New East Austin hipster bar opens with whiskey deals and bicycle service
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02.23.15 | 04:11 pm
East Austin's newest bar is now open to the public, doubling as a service station for your bike and your workday blues. The Wheel, an aptly named bicycle-inspired spot ...
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A Cup of Joe
The best Austin coffee shops for Wi-Fi, networking and getting the job done
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02.23.15 | 01:51 pm
No other place of work better reflects Austin’s highly creative and proudly weird individualism than the 50 or so independent coffee shops around town. Sorry Starbucks fans: Complex roasts ...
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Eating Well is the Best Revenge
2 Austin hot spots among GQ's 25 Most Outstanding Restaurants of the year
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02.22.15 | 02:37 pm
In March, GQ will publish its 25 Most Outstanding Restaurants in the U.S. Though the results won't be available online until Monday, we snuck a peek and found ...
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The Farmer Diaries
Farmer's guide to seed: Where to store it, when to sow it and when to throw it away
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02.22.15 | 12:00 pm
After experiencing a low turnout of plants started from seeds in my greenhouse this year, I decided it was time to go through the packets I've hoarded over the ...
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National Margarita Day
Our favorite margarita joints in every Austin neighborhood
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02.20.15 | 02:14 pm
National Margarita Day is on Sunday, so what better excuse is there to enjoy a nice, cold tequila beverage? We've rounded up this collection of bars and restaurants — easily ...
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Cock Fight
Austin fried chicken favorite seeks huge investment to save business
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02.20.15 | 10:42 am
Ms P's Electric Cock is more than just a clever name: The South Congress trailer has been serving up acclaimed fried chicken since 2010. But after a dicey business ...
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Launderette First Look
First look at Launderette: East Austin's newest neighborhood restaurant
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02.19.15 | 12:49 pm
Launderette, the hotly anticipated neighborhood cafe steered by chefs Rene Ortiz and Laura Sawicki swings its doors open to the public Thursday. The longtime duo, previously behind La Condesa and ...
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Food Fest
Austin Food + Wine Festival reveals more tasty programming details for 2015
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02.18.15 | 02:25 pm
The world's largest hands-on grilling demo isn't the only thing to look forward to at the 2015 Austin Food + Wine Festival. On Wednesday, the fest announced details for ...
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Uchi World Domination
Austin favorite named the best restaurant in Texas
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02.18.15 | 01:27 pm
One of Austin's favorite fine dining havens has snagged another winning title — this time on behalf of the entire state of Texas. In a recent article, Business Insider ranked ...
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James Beard Awards
6 Austin chefs nominated for most prestigious culinary honor in U.S.
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02.18.15 | 11:32 am
Semifinalists for the prestigious 2015 James Beard Awards were announced on Wednesday — and Austin was well represented.  Olamaie, a sweet downtown spot serving up Southern fare, garnered the most honors ...
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