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Food

The Republic of Sandwich resurrects as Capitol Sandwich

Stephen Acevedo April 13, 2017

Four months after closing his first restaurant, the Republic of Sandwich, Thomas Gardner has resurrected his business in the form of Capitol Sandwich food truck.  “This neighborhood we were...

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New barbecue food truck rolls into town

Stephen Acevedo April 12, 2017

In a city where barbecue is as omnipresent as water and air, it may seem like smoked meats have already reached their highest level of perfection. The folks at the new LeRoy & Lewis food truck are...

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Russian House brings authentic Eastern European cuisine to Austin

Raphael Jaquette April 10, 2017

Next to the host stand at a restaurant on Austin’s Fifth Street sits a stuffed bear by the name of Misha wearing a USSR-era ushanka and a tight white “Keep Austin Russian” t-shirt.  Considered...

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Vintage ’50s mom and pop in West Austin serves burgers and old fashioned vibes

Matt Douglas April 6, 2017

If you’re seeking a trip to the ‘50s, look no further than Nau’s Enfield Drug.  The pharmaceutical room in a back corner earns the store its name, but that’s hardly all...

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Austin Chicken Wing Festival holds its first installation at the Historic Scoot Inn

Stephen Acevedo April 3, 2017

The Austin food scene is known for tacos and barbecue, but a previously overlooked food is beginning to make a place for itself as another local staple.  On Sunday, the city’s colorful mix...

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New York-based pizza chain opens new Austin locations

Stephen Acevedo March 29, 2017

Between Home Slice and Austin’s Pizza, the 512 already has plenty of picks for on-the-go Italian favorites. However, New York-based chain Neapolitan Express thinks there could still be room for...

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Nasha spices up Austin with Its Indian-Mexican cuisine

Jose Gonzalez March 22, 2017

Nasha’s Indian-Mexican is two scientists’ long-term experiment with cultural food fusion that has resulted in one of Austin’s most unique food spots. In 2014, husband and wife duo...

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Lima Criolla offers authentic Peruvian food to North Austin

Stephen Acevedo March 22, 2017

When Peru native Susana Vivanco took up residence in Austin 10 years ago, she decided the best way to keep her country’s culture alive in her new home was through cooking. Her latest restaurant,...

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Traditional barbecue with a twist arrives in North Austin

Matt Douglas March 21, 2017

In the northern reaches of Austin lies a diamond in the rough. Removed from the bustle of the city, a small community welcomes a new restaurant. Opened on Jan. 6 by Mark DeLong and managed by Landon...

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Papi’s Kitchen delivers Cuban food to the Austin community

Stephen Acevedo March 6, 2017

Born in Cuba and raised in New York, Fernando Saralegui found the best way to stay in touch with his roots was through food. Now, Saralegui is injecting his Cuban roots to the Austin community with his...

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Brooklyn’s Carnal comes to Austin for the winter

Stephen Acevedo March 3, 2017

At Brooklyn-based Carnal, chefs Aaron Saurer and James Zamaroy have fused the New York City and Kentucky cuisines of their hometowns. In a bold business move, the duo has brought their menu of slow cooked...

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Students debate tea and coffee

Matt Douglas February 27, 2017

At either ends of the Drag lie two distinct realms of caffeine for energy-drained college students. On one end, a quaint hole in the wall of bright toned walls mixes cool, refreshing tea, and on the other...

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