Austin's Best Food and Drink Events This Week
Dinner parties, farmer's markets, beer, wine, and more for the week of March 18, 2021
Thursday 18
THE NEIGHBORHOOD NOODLE STAND This here's a pop-up collaboration between noodle-cup brand Chop Chop and Neighborhood Goods, the lifestyle retail venue on South Congress that focuses on emerging local and national brands. On three consecutive Thursday evenings (5-7pm on March 18 & 25, April 1), Chop Chop will bring its elevated noodly yum to the Prim and Proper eatery inside Neighborhood Goods, with each week featuring an all-new vegan noodle cup offered as a packaged take-away option – as well as a new, limited dine-in experience. Tasty takes on Tom Yum Hed, Summer Kimchi Ramen, and Summer Curry Udon await you here over the next several weeks, citizen. Neighborhood Goods, 1007 S. Congress, 512/531-9050. $12-16. www.chopchop.cc/menu
THE SOUP PEDDLER'S FRIDA SMOOTHIE The talented culinary crews at Soup Peddler are offering an artist-inspired smoothie to raise funds for Dell Children's Medical Center this month. The Frida smoothie – don't you dare say "Frida who?" or you can just GTF out of Texas, philistine – will be available at every Soup Peddler location for the entirety of March – and it's made from banana, cinnamon, vanilla extract, spinach, Himalayan salt, rice milk, and spirulina, with a flavor profile "harkening back to horchata." Harkening back to yum, we daresay, and it's sure to paint a smile on your face. Through March The Soup Peddler, 2801 S. Lamar, 512/444-7687. souppeddler.com
Friday 19
THE NEIGHBORHOOD NOODLE STAND This here's a pop-up collaboration between noodle-cup brand Chop Chop and Neighborhood Goods, the lifestyle retail venue on South Congress that focuses on emerging local and national brands. On three consecutive Thursday evenings (5-7pm on March 18 & 25, April 1), Chop Chop will bring its elevated noodly yum to the Prim and Proper eatery inside Neighborhood Goods, with each week featuring an all-new vegan noodle cup offered as a packaged take-away option – as well as a new, limited dine-in experience. Tasty takes on Tom Yum Hed, Summer Kimchi Ramen, and Summer Curry Udon await you here over the next several weeks, citizen. Neighborhood Goods, 1007 S. Congress, 512/531-9050. $12-16. www.chopchop.cc/menu
THE SOUP PEDDLER'S FRIDA SMOOTHIE The talented culinary crews at Soup Peddler are offering an artist-inspired smoothie to raise funds for Dell Children's Medical Center this month. The Frida smoothie – don't you dare say "Frida who?" or you can just GTF out of Texas, philistine – will be available at every Soup Peddler location for the entirety of March – and it's made from banana, cinnamon, vanilla extract, spinach, Himalayan salt, rice milk, and spirulina, with a flavor profile "harkening back to horchata." Harkening back to yum, we daresay, and it's sure to paint a smile on your face. Through March The Soup Peddler, 2801 S. Lamar, 512/444-7687. souppeddler.com
Saturday 20
SIETE'S DRIVE-THRU MERCADO Siete Foods invites the ATX community (that's you, citizen) to a festive event celebrating the launch of their 10 new mercado-themed products. You want a bodacious bundle of yum while supporting the local scene, this event's for you. Listen: Each ticket includes two limited-edition menu items, a hibiscus & citrus agua fresca, and a shopping bag full of Siete’s newest products – two bags of Siete Kettle Cooked Potato Chips, one bag of Siete Grain Free Churro Strips, one pack of Siete Chorizo Skillet Cooking Spice, and one pack of Siete Carnitas Slow Cooker Spice – and the full ticket price goes to Good Work Austin’s Community Kitchen Program to feed underserved communities and support local businesses. Bonus: A piñata-themed photo wall, live music, and that one-time-only grain- and dairy-free Mexican-inspired street snack menu. Oh, Siete, nosotras te amamos! Sat., March 20, 11am-6pm. (2021) 3708 Woodbury. $15. www.sietefoods.com
THE NEIGHBORHOOD NOODLE STAND This here's a pop-up collaboration between noodle-cup brand Chop Chop and Neighborhood Goods, the lifestyle retail venue on South Congress that focuses on emerging local and national brands. On three consecutive Thursday evenings (5-7pm on March 18 & 25, April 1), Chop Chop will bring its elevated noodly yum to the Prim and Proper eatery inside Neighborhood Goods, with each week featuring an all-new vegan noodle cup offered as a packaged take-away option – as well as a new, limited dine-in experience. Tasty takes on Tom Yum Hed, Summer Kimchi Ramen, and Summer Curry Udon await you here over the next several weeks, citizen. Neighborhood Goods, 1007 S. Congress, 512/531-9050. $12-16. www.chopchop.cc/menu
THE SOUP PEDDLER'S FRIDA SMOOTHIE The talented culinary crews at Soup Peddler are offering an artist-inspired smoothie to raise funds for Dell Children's Medical Center this month. The Frida smoothie – don't you dare say "Frida who?" or you can just GTF out of Texas, philistine – will be available at every Soup Peddler location for the entirety of March – and it's made from banana, cinnamon, vanilla extract, spinach, Himalayan salt, rice milk, and spirulina, with a flavor profile "harkening back to horchata." Harkening back to yum, we daresay, and it's sure to paint a smile on your face. Through March The Soup Peddler, 2801 S. Lamar, 512/444-7687. souppeddler.com
Sunday 21
THE NEIGHBORHOOD NOODLE STAND This here's a pop-up collaboration between noodle-cup brand Chop Chop and Neighborhood Goods, the lifestyle retail venue on South Congress that focuses on emerging local and national brands. On three consecutive Thursday evenings (5-7pm on March 18 & 25, April 1), Chop Chop will bring its elevated noodly yum to the Prim and Proper eatery inside Neighborhood Goods, with each week featuring an all-new vegan noodle cup offered as a packaged take-away option – as well as a new, limited dine-in experience. Tasty takes on Tom Yum Hed, Summer Kimchi Ramen, and Summer Curry Udon await you here over the next several weeks, citizen. Neighborhood Goods, 1007 S. Congress, 512/531-9050. $12-16. www.chopchop.cc/menu
THE SOUP PEDDLER'S FRIDA SMOOTHIE The talented culinary crews at Soup Peddler are offering an artist-inspired smoothie to raise funds for Dell Children's Medical Center this month. The Frida smoothie – don't you dare say "Frida who?" or you can just GTF out of Texas, philistine – will be available at every Soup Peddler location for the entirety of March – and it's made from banana, cinnamon, vanilla extract, spinach, Himalayan salt, rice milk, and spirulina, with a flavor profile "harkening back to horchata." Harkening back to yum, we daresay, and it's sure to paint a smile on your face. Through March The Soup Peddler, 2801 S. Lamar, 512/444-7687. souppeddler.com
Monday 22
THE MIKE & SHERRY PROJECT: FUNDRAISING AUCTION The Mike & Sherry Project is launching an online auction with items and experiences from some of Austin’s best bars, restaurants, and events. Note: An official partner of the Austin Marathon, the Project qualifies for up to $10,000 in matched donations from the Moody Foundation; proceeds from the auction will go toward the matching campaign, increasing access to affordable mental healthcare for Austin’s bar and restaurant workers. Through March 28 www.mikeandsherryproject.com
THE NEIGHBORHOOD NOODLE STAND This here's a pop-up collaboration between noodle-cup brand Chop Chop and Neighborhood Goods, the lifestyle retail venue on South Congress that focuses on emerging local and national brands. On three consecutive Thursday evenings (5-7pm on March 18 & 25, April 1), Chop Chop will bring its elevated noodly yum to the Prim and Proper eatery inside Neighborhood Goods, with each week featuring an all-new vegan noodle cup offered as a packaged take-away option – as well as a new, limited dine-in experience. Tasty takes on Tom Yum Hed, Summer Kimchi Ramen, and Summer Curry Udon await you here over the next several weeks, citizen. Neighborhood Goods, 1007 S. Congress, 512/531-9050. $12-16. www.chopchop.cc/menu
THE SOUP PEDDLER'S FRIDA SMOOTHIE The talented culinary crews at Soup Peddler are offering an artist-inspired smoothie to raise funds for Dell Children's Medical Center this month. The Frida smoothie – don't you dare say "Frida who?" or you can just GTF out of Texas, philistine – will be available at every Soup Peddler location for the entirety of March – and it's made from banana, cinnamon, vanilla extract, spinach, Himalayan salt, rice milk, and spirulina, with a flavor profile "harkening back to horchata." Harkening back to yum, we daresay, and it's sure to paint a smile on your face. Through March The Soup Peddler, 2801 S. Lamar, 512/444-7687. souppeddler.com
Tuesday 23
LAUNDERETTE'S PASSOVER SEDER TO-GO No one needs to tell you how good the food at (and, these days, from) Launderette is, right? It's off the charts with flavor, really. So we'll just mention this new portable holiday feast of theirs, available for pre-order now (for pick-up on March 27), because it's packed full with enough to serve 4-6 people and features beet/horseradish deviled eggs, matzo ball soup, gefilte fish and chick liver paté, chicory salad, maror, braised lamb shank, tzimmes, and a variety of cookies and other treats. Launderette, 2115 Holly, 512/382-1599. $185. launderetteaustin.com
RED BEANS AND RICELY YOURS, AUSTIN This community initiative, headed by Chris Cubas and Maris Clegg, is dedicated to providing free meals (of red beans and rice, andouille sausage, cornbread, fruit, dessert, and a drink) to Austinites in need. "On Tuesdays, we will provide a link to sign up for a free home-made meal delivered to you with safety in mind," goes their announcement on Facebook. "There is no judgment and the form is anonymous. If you have been affected by the impact of Covid-19 or are having a hard time, we would like to make a small portion of your day a little bit better." Or, if you'd like to donate your time in driving, baking treats, or providing cases of nonalcoholic beverages, please reach out to [email protected]. redbeansaustin.com
THE MIKE & SHERRY PROJECT: FUNDRAISING AUCTION The Mike & Sherry Project is launching an online auction with items and experiences from some of Austin’s best bars, restaurants, and events. Note: An official partner of the Austin Marathon, the Project qualifies for up to $10,000 in matched donations from the Moody Foundation; proceeds from the auction will go toward the matching campaign, increasing access to affordable mental healthcare for Austin’s bar and restaurant workers. Through March 28 www.mikeandsherryproject.com
THE NEIGHBORHOOD NOODLE STAND This here's a pop-up collaboration between noodle-cup brand Chop Chop and Neighborhood Goods, the lifestyle retail venue on South Congress that focuses on emerging local and national brands. On three consecutive Thursday evenings (5-7pm on March 18 & 25, April 1), Chop Chop will bring its elevated noodly yum to the Prim and Proper eatery inside Neighborhood Goods, with each week featuring an all-new vegan noodle cup offered as a packaged take-away option – as well as a new, limited dine-in experience. Tasty takes on Tom Yum Hed, Summer Kimchi Ramen, and Summer Curry Udon await you here over the next several weeks, citizen. Neighborhood Goods, 1007 S. Congress, 512/531-9050. $12-16. www.chopchop.cc/menu
THE SOUP PEDDLER'S FRIDA SMOOTHIE The talented culinary crews at Soup Peddler are offering an artist-inspired smoothie to raise funds for Dell Children's Medical Center this month. The Frida smoothie – don't you dare say "Frida who?" or you can just GTF out of Texas, philistine – will be available at every Soup Peddler location for the entirety of March – and it's made from banana, cinnamon, vanilla extract, spinach, Himalayan salt, rice milk, and spirulina, with a flavor profile "harkening back to horchata." Harkening back to yum, we daresay, and it's sure to paint a smile on your face. Through March The Soup Peddler, 2801 S. Lamar, 512/444-7687. souppeddler.com
Ongoing
BARTON CREEK FARMERS MARKET Saturdays, 9am-1pm. Barton Creek Square, 2901 Capital of TX Hwy. S., 512/327-7040. bartoncreekfarmersmarket.org
BEE CAVE FARMERS MARKET Sundays, 10am-2pm. 12700 Hill Country Blvd., Bee Cave. beecavefarmersmarket.com
HOPE FARMERS MARKET Sundays, 11am-3pm. Plaza Saltillo, 412 Comal, 512/727-8363. hopefarmersmarket.org
SFC SUNSET VALLEY FARMERS’ MARKET Saturdays, 9am-1pm. Toney Burger Activity Center, 3200 Jones, 512/414-2096. sfcfarmersmarket.org
TEXAS FARMERS’ MARKET AT LAKELINE Saturdays, 9am-1pm. Lakeline Mall, 11200 Lakeline Mall Dr., Cedar Park, 512/363-5700. texasfarmersmarket.org/lakeline
TEXAS FARMERS’ MARKET AT MUELLER Sundays, 10am-2pm Branch Park Pavilion, 2006 Philomena. texasfarmersmarket.org/mueller
BOGGY CREEK FARM STAND Wed.-Sat., 8am-1pm. Boggy Creek Farm, 3414 Lyons, 512/926-4650. boggycreekfarm.com
SPRINGDALE FARM STAND Wednesdays & Saturdays, 9am-1pm. Springdale Farm, 755 Springdale, 512/386-8899. springdalefarmaustin.com
