Kinko’s Classic Comes to Lakeway: Where Hungry Golf Fans Can Dine
I don’t know about you, but watching golf makes me hungry. Playing golf makes me even hungrier but that’s another story. This week the Kinko’s Classic is being played in Lakeway. The pros on the Champion’s Tour will all be there: Crenshaw, Kite, Watson, Loren Roberts, Jay Haas and all your favorites. So where to […]
Athenian Grille Finally Receives Funding
Got a call from councilwoman Jennifer Kim’s office this morning informing me that Anil Simicia, owner of the Athenian Grille, has finally gotten the funding approved for the build out of the new Athenian Grille, which will be located on West 6th St., across from Ruth’s Chris. This is by no means a Perez sisters […]
Local Chefs Come Up Huge at Stars Across Texas at the THCWFF
Well, another Texas Hill Country Wine and Food Festival has gone into the books. And I think most would agree that it was a fun weekend. I started things off with the “Hot Blooded Latins” seminar at Fogo de Chao featuring the wines of Chile and Argentina. John Bonadies was a knowledgeable and affable host […]
The Gonzo Gourmet Club Dines at Sicola’s: A Culinary Experience
Our Gonzo Gourmet Club has got to be one of the coolest dining clubs in Austin. We meet about 6-7 times a year and have epic feasts with wine pairings at wonderful restaurants. Our most recent splurge was Saturday, March 29th, at Sicola’s: A Culinary Experience. Chef Steven Sicola showcased his inestimable skills with lobster […]
Tyson Cole of Uchi Brings the Battle into Kitchen Stadium on the Iron Chef
It isn’t often that a local Austin chef gets to journey to New York to do battle with the big boys on the Food Network’s Iron Chef program.. The last one to do it was the former chef at the Driskill Grill, David Bull. And he lost to Bobby Flay. Tyson Cole, the uber-chef of […]
Rob Opens Mouth, Inserts Foot: Both County Lines Are Very Much Open and Doing Great!
Radio is a live medium. That’s what makes it special and that’s what also makes it occasionally problematic. This morning, I inadvertently confused the County Line with the Salt Lick as we talked about the Salt Lick’s closing in Davenport. I corrected myself moments later but some folks apparently left the program thinking the County […]
Austin Dining Recommendations for Hillary and Barack
Okay, the big night is at hand. Hillary Clinton and Barack Obama are going to square off in an Austin debate with the future of the Democratic presidential nomination at stake. Duly noted. But the really burning question is where in our fair city are they going to dine? Or perhaps to couch it in […]
Trouble in Coffeeland? Starbucks to Close 100 Stores
The notion of value in the hospitality industry is an intriguing one. Some people will pay what they believe a product is worth and nothing more. Others though, will pay far more. Why? Because they want to be socially accepted or feel like they’re part of the cognoscenti. Consider the case of a cup of […]
Rob and Art San Miguel Enjoy an Imperial of Caymus Special Selection ’04
I get to go to a lot of wine auctions and affairs for charity. But earlier this year, I was fortunate enough to be the MC for the Parents to Parents wine benefit at the Wild Game Ranch south of Austin. If you are not familiar with this charity, the work that goes into it […]
What Will $4,937 Buy You and Your Valentine for Extravagant Indulgence at the Hilton
Got some discretionary cash lying around from the sale of your hedge fund? Or perhaps you just did a re-fi on your Lake Travis estate? Or maybe you just have a penchant for extravagance? Well, the downtown Hilton has got a package for you. The weekend begins with a limo escorting you to the hotel. […]
Rob Will Host a Booth at KLBJ-AM’s Talk Fest this Saturday at Convention Center
Looking for some one-on-one Q&A time with Rob? He will have a booth at 590 KLBJ-AM’s Talk Fest this Saturday, January 26th, at the Convention Center. The hours are 9am to 4pm. Admission is free! Talk Fest is a popular yearly event that brings talk radio fans from across central Texas to meet and listen […]
Craving Great Soups This Weekend?
The weather has taken a turn for the nasty here in sunny Austin. So what better time to hunker down over a hot and delicious bowl of soup? Some of our favorites are listed below. The Sweet Potato Clam Chowder at Austin Land and Cattle. I know the name sounds a bit strange but I […]
Craving a Steak this Weekend?
Austin is blessed with an abundance of fine steakhouses. Most are centered in or near the downtown area but there are also pleasant exceptions north such as Cool River on Parmer Lane off Mopac. I love the Ribeyes there along with the Seafood Empanadas. Great bar scene as well. Austin Land and Cattle on N. […]
Update on the Latest Attempt by the EU to Ban Foie Gras
I never thought I’d live to see this day. The European Union, with England in the lead, has been rumbling about a total ban of foie gras production. Can this be? I’m not sure what it would take to get this passed but I certainly can’t see the French of the Belgians supporting it. In […]
Chinatown Greystone Begins Dim Sum Service on Dec. 8-9
It’s taken 25 years but Ronald Cheng has finally come to terms with Dim Sum and has begun service on weekends from 11-3pm starting Dec. 8th. Ronald Cheng only does things one way: with ultimate quality. That’s why Chinatown has had a spot in our Top 20 since we began posting it six years ago! […]
