Austin's Best Food and Drink Events This Week
Dinner parties, farmer's markets, beer, wine, and more for the week of September 23, 2021
Thursday 23
ATHLETIC BAR POP-UP: CLOSING SOON Remember when we told that the fastest-growing beer company in the nation (that also happens to be nonalcoholic), was launching their first bar and fitness pop-up in Downtown ATX. Well, they did, just a couple of weeks ago, and the popular place has more than 2,000 square feet of space equipped with a full beer bar, fitness gym, retail shop, and community gathering area, and it's open until Sun., Sept. 26 – and the fitness classes are available for local to enjoy for free. Click here for details! 115 San Jacinto. athleticbrewing.com
HERRADURA TEQUILA WITH RUBEN ACEVES & EMMITT SMITH The spirited crew at Twin Liquors invites you to join Tequila Herradura’s global brand ambassador Ruben Aceves – and NFL Hall of Famer, #22 Emmitt Smith – for a virtual tasting experience. You know Herradura's a damn fine tequila, now find out why. More information on how to register can be found right here. Thu., Sept. 23, 6pm. (2021) Free. twinliquors.com
Friday 24
ATHLETIC BAR POP-UP: CLOSING SOON Remember when we told that the fastest-growing beer company in the nation (that also happens to be nonalcoholic), was launching their first bar and fitness pop-up in Downtown ATX. Well, they did, just a couple of weeks ago, and the popular place has more than 2,000 square feet of space equipped with a full beer bar, fitness gym, retail shop, and community gathering area, and it's open until Sun., Sept. 26 – and the fitness classes are available for local to enjoy for free. Click here for details! 115 San Jacinto. athleticbrewing.com
Saturday 25
ATHLETIC BAR POP-UP: CLOSING SOON Remember when we told that the fastest-growing beer company in the nation (that also happens to be nonalcoholic), was launching their first bar and fitness pop-up in Downtown ATX. Well, they did, just a couple of weeks ago, and the popular place has more than 2,000 square feet of space equipped with a full beer bar, fitness gym, retail shop, and community gathering area, and it's open until Sun., Sept. 26 – and the fitness classes are available for local to enjoy for free. Click here for details! 115 San Jacinto. athleticbrewing.com
COME AND SMOKE IT This daylong barbecue extravaganza features ten specialty dishes by some of Texas' top pitmasters – from Smiley's Barbecue, JIRBY BBQ, Backline Smokers, Rossler's Blue Cord, Alice's Restaurant, Interstellar BBQ, Hall's patio, and the Texas Made Supply Co. – and some of the best local beverages including Frankly Vodka, Twisted X Brewery, Treaty Oak Distillery, Campo Bravo Tequila, and ice-cold Rambler Sparkling Water. Gonna have to give the event a hearty thumbs-up after we lick this perfect dippin' sauce from off our fingers, tell you what. Sat., Sept. 25, noon-7pm Windy Point (Bob Wentz Point), Just past Hippie Hollow on Commanche Trail.. $50. smokegamestrong.com
FIERCE WHISKERS DISTILLERY: GRAND OPENING Here's your chance to check out the new Fierce Whiskers tasting room and distillery and enjoy cocktails crafted with new-make whiskey, gin, agave spirits, and rum distilled in-house. Also: Bites by food truck Char ATX and that Austin Oyster Co. (6-8pm) and live music from Jake Harrell and Nick Swift. The event is free with RSVP and, when you register, you'll have a chance to win a one-year Barrel Club membership that includes tasting room discounts, premium merch, private tastings, chef dinners, and more. Sat., Sept. 25, noon-12mid Fierce Whiskers Distillery, 5333 Fleming. Free, but RSVP. fiercewhiskers.com
Tuesday 28
EASY TIGER EAST: TIKI TUESDAY Yes, yes, we know everyone's waiting for that Tiki Tatsu-ya to open on South Lamar. For real. But we also know this Tiger, at the very least, will tide us over until then, with tiki-forward favorites like the Tiger Typhoon and Tiger Shark cocktails – not to mention pulled pork sliders and that grilled-pineapple Hawaiian burger – to take your Tuesday night to the islands. Tue., Sept. 28, 4pm until closing Easy Tiger, 1501 E. Seventh, 512/839-8523. easytigerusa.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
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
