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First Look

Exclusive first look at new bar's takeover of iconic Austin space

Nicole Raney
Jan 13, 2017 | 12:31 pm

We have your first look at The Local Post, the new restaurant and bar opening January 18 in the former Dallas Nightclub space on Burnet Road. Until now, little has been revealed about the neighborhood pub since it was first announced last summer.

The concept is Texas comfort food with Tex-Mex flare. Dishes include burgers, brisket sliders, chicken wings, nachos, and even a chimichanga. Salads and wraps also make an appearance. The family-friendly lunchtime atmosphere will transition into a 21-and-up space in the evenings.

The pub is large, with three different bars, ensuring you won't have to walk far to order a drink. There's plenty of seating, both indoor and outside on a large patio. A back room, which can be used to host private events, is home to several games, including shuffleboard, poker, basketball, and more.

"The neighborhood is awesome. Burnet is growing, and we wanted to be a part of that," owner Jeff Van Delden tells CultureMap. "But they're missing something of this size. There are a lot of small places — Lala's is one of my favorites — but nothing that could seat this many people."

Van Delden runs The Local Post with his brother, Darren, both of Union Venture Group. The local development firm has brought us The Park, as well as St. Genevieve, Jack & Ginger's Irish Pub, 77 Degrees, and The Rose Room along the Rock Rose strip at Domain Northside.

The Local Post will be open for lunch, dinner, and happy hour daily. Hours are 11 am to 2 am. "We're trying to be something for everyone," he says.

The Local Post is located in the former Dallas Nightclub space on Burnet Road.

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The Local Post is located in the former Dallas Nightclub space on Burnet Road.
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Austin's Blanton Museum of Art names new director of public programs ahead of major redesign

Hannah J. Frías
Nov 10, 2022 | 9:01 am
Kenyon Adams is the new director of public programs at the Blanton Museum of Art.
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Kenyon Adams is the new director of public programs at the Blanton Museum of Art.

As the Blanton Museum of Art prepares to reveal its comprehensive redesign next spring, the museum at the University of Texas at Austin has announced a new director of public programs, Kenyon Adams.

A Senior Fellow at the Hannah Arendt Center at Bard College and Resident Artist at Texas Performing Arts at The University of Texas at Austin, Adams moved to Austin from Brooklyn in 2021. Among numerous accolades, he previously served as strategic development advisor to Fusebox Festival and as founding director of the Arts Initiative at Grace Farms and the SANAA-designed River Building in New Canaan, Connecticut. There, he developed and led public arts programming for an award-winning international institution that welcomed a variety of audiences.

“We are delighted to welcome Kenyon Adams to the Blanton,” said Blanton director Simone Wicha in a release. “He brings a wealth of experience in the arts and a proven track record of success in visionary public programming. Our new grounds have been designed to open the museum into the city, inviting people in to experience creativity and community throughout. I’m confident Kenyon will help us create programs that make the most of these beautiful new spaces, our collections, and our exhibitions—ensuring the Blanton is a vibrant and beloved destination.”

According to the release, Adams will lead the Blanton’s public programming in this new role with a goal to further strengthen the museum’s presence among its audiences here in Central Texas and beyond. The lineup will pair with the museum's already-popular events series such as Curated Conversations and SoundSpace while also inaugurating the outdoor performance spaces on the new Moody Patio. Currently under construction with a projected completion date of spring 2023, the patio will become a centerpiece of the Blanton’s revitalized grounds.

“I’m thrilled to join the Blanton during this transformational stage and lead its public programming in a reimagined space,” said Adams in the release. “The unique potential of public programs is the opportunity to activate spaces in ways that connect audiences, mission, and institutional memory. I greatly look forward to working with the team to further engage Austin’s diverse communities.”

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Weekend Event Guide

Here are the top 5 things to do in Austin this weekend

Paige Turner
Nov 10, 2022 | 6:00 am
Here are the top 5 things to do in Austin this weekend
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Legendary musician Ray Wylie Hubbard performs live for one night only at Paramount Theatre.

Live music moments and artistic expression top our list of can’t-miss local activities in the days to come. See Ray Wylie Hubbard live in concert or enjoy a number of performers on stage at Music Hill Ranch. Check out the top five things to do in Austin this weekend. For a full listing of events, go to our calendar.

Thursday, November 10

Straight No Chaser in concert
All-male a cappella group Straight No Chaser brings their vocal stylings to ACL Live for a special evening of entertainment. The nine voices known for this unique style of harmonizing and added humor come to Austin as part of their 25th anniversary tour. A select number of tickets for the ACL Live show are still available.

Friday, November 11

Ray Wylie Hubbard in concert
Singer-songwriter and all-around Texas legend Ray Wylie Hubbard performs live at Paramount Theatre this week. Hubbard is known for his pioneering role in Americana music and boasts a decades-long career, including 13 studio albums. Attendees can expect songs from his entire discography along with music from his newest album, Co-Starring Too. Select tickets are still available.

Rodeo Austin presents Bulls in the Ballpark
Experience the Dell Diamond’s transformation into a rodeo arena with the return of Bulls in the Ballpark. The two-night extreme bull riding event will feature competition by 35 of some of the toughest bull riders and cowboys in the sport. One lucky winner will take home a grand prize of $37,500. A dazzling fireworks display will conclude each evening’s high-energy action. For tickets and more information, go to the event website.

Saturday, November 12

Great Promise for American Indians presents The Austin Powwow and American Indian Heritage Festival
Experience the culture, talent, and heritage of hundreds of Native American dancers and singers from across the country as part of this unique Austin event at Travis County Exposition Center. Guests can enjoy numerous live performances, dine on traditional foods at the Native Food Court, and shop unique handmade creations at the Native Market. For a full schedule of events and ticketing information, click here.

The Art Gathering at Music Hill
Spend the evening at Music Hill Ranch surrounded by all things artistic. Guests can enjoy a showcase of art, architecture, live music, chef-prepared hors d' oeuvres, and libations in the spirit of celebration. For more information and to purchase tickets, click here.

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Legendary musician Ray Wylie Hubbard performs live for one night only at Paramount Theatre.

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Thank Them Later

10 festive Thanksgiving feasts and specials to gobble up in Austin this holiday

Brianna Caleri
Nov 9, 2022 | 2:37 pm
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Austinites have lots of options for going out and cooking at home.

This year has felt a lot busier for many Austinites. Many events are in-person and in full swing for the first time in years. Travel to more health-cautious countries has picked up, and people are taking advantage with holiday time off approaching. While we’re all running around again — enjoying the novelty of a more-open world while remembering what it takes to keep up with it — a special meal with loved ones sounds wonderful.

As every year, Austin restaurants are ready with their Thanksgiving traditions. There are plenty of options both in-person and at home, and even some that allow pickup early enough to travel (if driving with a whole dinner is really your thing). Most of these 10 options offer fixed-price, set menus to accommodate a total pivot to a different type of high-quality cooking, but a few keep things simple for potluck guests and holiday rogues.

Most important, in this time of bouncing back, let’s be thankful for the Austin restaurant scene returning with us.

Aba
Traditional Thanksgiving food can’t be everyone’s thing, and Aba is here to help keep the fall vibes intact with a more Mediterranean twist. Some creative moments in the to-go dinner ($59.95 per person) include pumpkin hummus with house bread, black truffle orzo, beef tenderloin kebab, and crispy chicken thigh with butternut squash. Pre-orders are open until November 21, for pickup and delivery on November 24. Order on Tock.

Aviary Wine & Kitchen
Some of us are I’ll-handle-the-wine people at our friends’ and family gatherings. Aviary Wine & Kitchen has those people covered with a selection of three wines: a French rosé, a Croatian white blend, and a French Carignan. The wine pack ($65) contains an unusual assortment of varieties and mid-range price points, making it a conversation starter, and perhaps a nudge for others to broaden their horizons after your Thanksgiving nudge. Call 512-916-4445 or order in the store.

CARVE American Grille
Carve American Grille is offering one of the more affordable prix fixe menus on Thanksgiving Day ($49), making dessert optional in case Grandma’s pie is waiting at home. It starts with a choice of a very autumnal soup or salad, and moves through a super-traditional turkey meal with sausage stuffing, gravy, potatoes, green beans, and cranberry relish. And though dessert ($9) is optional, it’s hard to say no to pumpkin cheesecake. It’s also sending all this home in a four-person bundle ($174 with dessert). Reserve at carveamericangrille.com.

Farmhouse Delivery
Thanksgiving at home can be a herculean effort, but it doesn’t need to be that complicated. Farmhouse Delivery, a holistic grocery and prepared foods delivery service, can bring whole birds, sides, desserts, drink mixers, and even centerpieces. A Thanksgiving ordering tab narrows down the browsing, and the Everything But the Bird package sets home cooks up with mostly-premade basics with a few clicks. The breadth of Farmhouse Delivery makes this a great option for vegetarian and vegan choices, too. Order at farmhousedelivery.com.

Fresa’s Chicken al Carbon
Fresa’s is an old Thanksgiving pro, and has one of the more varied menus around Austin for this holiday, with a slight Mexican twist. Dishes come in trays for the perfect at-home mix-and-match, especially for large parties. Select a roasted turkey meal by the number of people it should feed (starting at $215 for 4-6), then select from sides like poblano spinach gratin, chorizo stuffing, and a pozole kit for leftovers. Order on Tock.

Geraldine’s at the Hotel Van Zandt
Sometimes there are just too many people to see for Thanksgiving plans. Geraldine’s, at the Hotel Van Zandt, is serving “Friendsgiving” cocktails throughout the month of November, tying in Friends references. Fans of the show might enjoy the creative names and themes (Monica’s Tiki Death Punch), and the whole menu benefits No Kid Hungry. Non-fans can think of it as an excuse to hang out at a hotel bar that makes excellent, limited-edition cocktails. Your choice.

Goodstock by Nolan Ryan
Goodstock by Nolan Ryan, a Round Rock butcher shop, is offering Thanksgiving staples for large parties (or big fans of leftovers), like fully-cooked whole birds, hams, and steaks. For sides, it’s serving dessert pies and savory quiches, as well as wines, to make sure shoppers only need to make one stop. (Tell someone else to bring the salad.) The shop is taking pre-orders until November 18, for in-store pickup November 23. Pre-order online.

Nido at The Loren at Lady Bird Lake
Austin foodies seem thankful across the board that Nido, the rooftop restaurant at The Loren at Lady Bird Lake, is finally open. This is not usually the place to save money, but the Thanksgiving prix fixe ($85 for adults, $35 for kids) is a good value for upscale dining, and includes appetizers, heritage turkey, family-style sides, and a pumpkin tart for dessert. Diners will be greeted with a glass of sparkling wine, and may add wine pairings ($50). Call 512-580-1183 to reserve.

Summer House on Music Lane
Hotel Magdalena, a trendy boutique hotel in the Music Lane development behind South Congress Avenue, is positioning itself as a culinary destination with food events and a refined, but simple restaurant. Thanksgiving at Summer House on Music Lane is a three-course prix fixe ($75 for adults, $20 for kids) focused on comfort foods, with smoked turkey and a pistachio-cherry cake. Reserve at hotelmagdalena.com.

Tillie’s
Tillie’s, an eclectic and beautiful restaurant in Dripping Springs, is a great place for a Thanksgiving meal made to really impress. The three-course prix fixe ($95 for adults, $45 for kids) comes with lots of choices, most notably between entrees: turkey, short rib, Scottish salmon, smoked pork chop, and risotto. The rest of the meal includes all the classics, including family style sides. Wine pairings ($55) and a couple other sides are available as add-ons. Reserve on Opentable.

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