Mardi Gras, also known as Fat Tuesday, is a New Orleans tradition that encourages all those in celebration to feast before Lent, marking the end of Carnival and the beginning of Ash Wednesday and Lent....

National Vegan Month, which takes place every November, has highlighted the vegan movement and community for the last 80 years. The month is hosted by “The Vegan Society,” a national organization that...

One could almost taste the excitement Saturday and Sunday morning as coffee lovers lined up tasting local roasters’ finest coffee blends. From single-origin specialty coffee to a cold brew take on...

In 2016, twin brothers Amin and Amir Bahari attended UT. By day, Amin worked for the football team, where he was surrounded by high-protein snacks and shakes. By night, however, the brothers often found...

The challenge seemed simple.  With one nugget made of white chicken meat and the other made up of soy, the Speedway taste testers tried to discern which of the two nuggets was the alternative protein....

Texas barbecue is one of the most sacred and prized components of the Lone Star State’s culture. Many Texans can remember their first bite of smoked brisket in barbecue sauce — a classic flavor palette...

Cold weather calls for a warm, comforting bowl of soup to forget about freezing hands and feet. The Daily Texan compiled a list of restaurants near campus to warm yourself up with specialty soups. The...

It started at a tailgate: two friends and one conversation about starting a business. A decade later, the aroma of their Napoletana flan and homemade tortillas imbues Austin’s local markets and stores,...

Food insecurity and financial instability can feel isolating and impact one’s overall well-being. With the giving season coming up, many may wish to offer their time and services to organizations dedicated...

At Austin’s weekly farmers markets, shoppers can find anything from handcrafted leather to goat milk soap. The rows of tents overflow with local produce as visitors walk around the pavilion with bouquets...

As November begins, the annual preparations for an unforgettable Friendsgiving feast come with it. To save busy students the stress of creating a complex menu, The Daily Texan compiled a list of enjoyable...