Uncle Billy’s Brewery & Smokehouse Closing on Barton Springs and Moving to Dripping Springs
Uncle Billy’s Brewery & Smokehouse has been serving up craft beers and BBQ in its Barton Spring Road location for quite some time. They’ve recently disclosed that the original location is closing and they’re relocating to a yet to be named location in Dripping Springs. This news could make the owners of The Switch a […]
El Patio, Austin’s Model for Hospitality and Longevity, to Close August 9th
Owner David Joseph and Rob at recent anniversary celebration for El Patio The loss of El Patio can only be measured in personal terms, at least for me. Like so many other Austinites, El Patio has been a foundation for us. I can’t count the number of times festive events in our lives have revolved […]
Rob Heads to Tillie’s in Dripping Springs for a First Tasting and Chat with Exec Chef Brandon Martin
Tillie’s is a collaborative ensemble of Texas cuisine with international flair. Located at Camp Lucy Resort in Dripping Springs, it derives its name from owner Whit Hanks’ great grandmother, who was an enthusiastic world traveler and co-founder, along with her husband Lewis, of The Austin Country Club. Stay tuned – we’ll be back soon with […]
What do St. David’s Health Care Partnership and Rudy’s Country Store and Bar-B-Q Have in Common?
If you’re thinking the answer is that Rudy’s is a preferred dining location for the staff at St. David’s, well, that may indeed be true. But the bottom line is that both companies have received the Malcolm Baldrige National Quality Award for business excellence. So keep that in mind before your next surgical procedure or […]
Homespun Kitchen in Dripping Springs Makes Remarkable Comeback from Flooding
Given the images in this photo it would be hard to imagine this restaurant opening its doors literally less than a week after the disaster. But Homespun Kitchen and Bar owners Randy Ford and Jennifer Walker were not to be deterred by the deluge. Water was pumped out of the restaurant. Walls were repaired and […]
Fun Things to do at Mouton’s Bistro & Bar (Beyond Enjoying Cajun Fare!)
I enjoy the Cajun food at Mouton’s Bistro & Bar as you’ve probably seen. But here are some weekly events you may not have been aware of: Monday – kids eat free! Buy one adult meal get a kids menu item free. Tuesday – Happy hour open to close. $5 appetizers, $1 off all […]
Homespun Kitchen in Dripping Springs has been getting slammed. Rain making it worse!
This picture of Homespun Kitchen and Bar graphically spells out what heavy rain can do to a restaurant. Owners Randy and Jennifer are great folks and could use your help! Homespun Kitchen and Bar 131 E Mercer St. Dripping Springs, Texas 78620 (512) 829-4064 www.homespunkitchenandbar.com
Austin Food + Wine Festival Happening This Weekend
As much as I’ve enjoyed watching the Austin Food + Wine Festival grow from a small hill country event hosted by Ed and Susan Auler of Fall Creek Vineyards, I must admit that the sheer size of the current celebration of local and regional chefs is a bit intimidating. As much as I’d like to […]
