Austin's Best Food and Drink Events This Week

Saturday 7

BARTON CREEK FARMERS MARKET: PEACH PARTY Hey, it's National Farmers Market Week – and this popular market on the back side of Barton Creek Square Mall is showcasing their three peach farmers with free peach tastings, peach-inspired food and drink, live music, market tattoos, and more. Sat., Aug. 7, 9am-1pm. (2021) Barton Creek Farmers Market, 2901 Capital of TX Hwy. S., 512/280-1976. www.bartoncreekfarmersmarket.org

DOUGH BOYS: ANNIVERSARY COLLABORATION Yeah, those Dough Boys who recently moved their popular pizza-producing trailer into the Meanwhile Brewing compound? It's their first anniversary this weekend, and they'll be celebrating via collaboration with pigtastic Distant Relatives. Which means, O lucky citizen, that you can be feasting on a smoked mozzarella/pulled pork/roasted shallot cream/peach barbecue sauce savory pie. And that daily-made ice cream truck Besamé will be there, too, with a special Meanwhile Fernet Mint Chocolate Chip all smooth and creamy. And the brewery itself will release their new Picnic Days Kolsch on that day. Suggestion: Save us a seat, mmmkay? Sat., Aug. 7 Meanwhile Brewing Co., 3901 Promontory Point, 512/308-3659. meanwhilebeer.com

MASSKRUGSTEMMEN BEER STEIN HOLDING CONTEST Short road trip, anyone? The New Braunfels-based Krause's Café & Biergarten challenges guests (21 and older) to "hold their bier" by hosting this series of stein-holding contests all summer long. It's not just fun for fun's sake: The ultimate winner will receive airfare and a two-night hotel stay in New York City. Note: Join the competition each Saturday for an entry fee of $20; the finals will be on Aug. 21. Pro tip: Try the Jager Schnitzel while you're there, liebchen; that mushroom sauce is *chef's kiss* ... Sat., Aug. 21, 7:30pm Krause’s Cafe & Biergarten, 148 S. Castell Ave., New Braunfels, 830/625-2807. $20. https://www.krausescafe.com

Sunday 8

CAPITAL CONFECTIONERS: VIRTUAL DAY OF SHARING Capital Confectioners, that Austin-based nonprofit group of sugar artists, invites people from all over the world (like, for instance, you) to engage in a full day of classes and demonstrations, to learn new skills from local and not-so-local amazing cake decorators. Note: Some of the projects are hands-on, and you can purchase a Goody Box of supplies so you'll be ready to get down and sugary this coming Sunday. Sun., Aug. 8 $50. capitalconfectioners.com

Tuesday 10

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 redbeansaustin@gmail.com. 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