The Best Music We Saw at SXSW on Friday

Seventies funk GOATs, queer nu metal, and so much more

"...But not two hours later I’m squealing with delight as the improbably eclectic Commando comes onstage – each..."

March 19, 2022 SXSW Post by Thomas Fawcett

Qmmunity: Editor Beth Sullivan's Queer Goodbye

Closing the chapter with OUTsider Fest and more queer events

"...in a South Austin backyard on a balmy Saturday afternoon not long ago. The next chapter of our life..."

Feb. 18, 2022 Column by Beth Sullivan

Five Snacks Through the Internet

Get these treats to your house with the click of a mouse

"...an enjoyable five that’ll help quash your mid-morning or mid-afternoon (or whenever-the-hell) hunger pangs:..."

Jan. 2, 2021 Food Post by Wayne Alan Brenner

Free Will Astrology

Your weekly horoscope, August 21-27

"...Kakuzo: "Let us have a sip of tea. The afternoon glow is brightening the bamboos, the fountains are bubbling..."

Aug. 21, 2020 Column by Rob Brezsny

The Contemporary Austin Feeds Your Head at Home

All the art in the Jones Center and at Laguna Gloria is yours for the viewing on the museum's new website

"...that aquaglass-studded venue. Or you ever spend a golden afternoon appreciating the world-class sculpture set among the manicured flora..."

May 15, 2020 Arts Feature by Wayne Alan Brenner

SXSW Comedy: Doug Loves Movies Podcast Recording

Doug Benson and friends give South By a fond, filmic farewell

"...time marginally closer to Benson’s favorite part of the afternoon (4:20pm) – but the second’s relaxed charm, a cast..."

March 18, 2019 SXSW Post by Rosalind Faires

Delicious and Nurturing Indian Fare at a South Austin Strip Mall

Asiana Indian Cuisine has something for every palate

"...you can take your grandmother on her birthday and delight her with their exotic approach to the familiar flavors..."

Jan. 4, 2019 Food Feature by Emily Beyda

Zach Theatre's Sunday in the Park With George

Zach relalizes the Sondheim musical with near flawless execution but has little in the way of emotional reward

"...represented by the characters of Seurat's painting A Sunday Afternoon on the Island of La Grande Jatte, who live..."

June 15, 2018 Arts Review by Elizabeth Cobbe

Austin’s Steve Parker Has Built You a New Set of Ears

The audio provocateur expands (again) the local dimensions of sound

"...gone and done it again – much to the delight of AN&SC visitors...."

Sept. 13, 2017 Arts Post by Wayne Alan Brenner

Dear Glutton: Halloween Eats

Where to find spooky snacks for a Halloween party

"...Two thousand! That's two thousand sugar rushes, two thousand afternoon pick-me-ups, two thousand moments of pure, childlike delight. I..."

Oct. 21, 2016 Food Column by Emily Beyda

Putting a Little Pep in the Leap of Craft Beer

American Homebrewers Association hosts rally at Jester King Brewery

"...The two highlights of the afternoon were the Jester King tour with brewer Michael Stuffings..."

Nov. 12, 2013 Food Post by Jason Watkins

Kristin Hogan Illustrates 'Hell's Alphabet Coloring Book'

And all the neglected demons of the netherworld rejoice

"...Or just for your diabolical reading delight...."

June 5, 2013 Books Post by Wayne Alan Brenner

Tribute to Levon Helm

Final SXSW Live Shots

"...his barn in Woodstock, New York. JJ Grey, the afternoon's MVP, showed off a horn-laden style of blues with..."

March 22, 2013 Music Feature by Jim Caligiuri

While My Ukulele Gently Weeps

Get ready to see a lot more ukuleles

"...for Christmas." Her relative, predictably, can barely contain his delight. Too bad it's an iPad commercial, currently airing nationally...."

Feb. 1, 2013 Music Feature by Luke Winkie

In the Blind

A weekend at Dai Due's Hunting School for Women

"...guiding someone else. The next several hours of late afternoon in the blind allowed plenty of time to switch..."

Nov. 30, 2012 Food Feature by Jessi Cape

Letters at 3AM: Why a Duck?

The Marx Brothers were funny but they weren't kidding

"...stuffed with mail. His face is a study in delight as he takes letters from the cubbies and tears..."

July 27, 2012 Column by Michael Ventura

Growing Up in War Zones

The magic of cinema inspires kids in a Kurdish village to take camera in hand

"...this sunbaked, sleepy village where days pass in dog-day afternoon monotony is that kids whose families were gassed by..."

July 8, 2011 Screens Feature by Anne S. Lewis

Funniest Person in Austin Contest

After an especially lengthy deliberation, Andy Ritchie takes the comedy crown

"...seen in the wilds of Indiana is a solid delight. Because his timing is impeccable and his jokes smart..."

May 20, 2011 Arts Feature by Wayne Alan Brenner

Saturday-Sunday SXSW Live Shots

Saturday night SXSW showcase reviews

"...on himself and crowd-surfing to the stage. By Saturday afternoon, he was bleary-eyed and scarcely holding down a Jack-and-Coke..."

March 25, 2011 Music Feature

Culinary Checklist

It's all so sweet (and savory) at the local spice shop

"...Denver offered a welcome reprieve from a harsh December afternoon late last year. Founded in 2004 by Mike and..."

Dec. 3, 2010 Food Feature by Austin Powell

Off the Record

Good vibrations courtesy of the Roots, Distant Lights, and the Sword

"...voyage, Warp Riders (see "Texas Platters.") The opening shredder's delight, "Acheron/Unearthing the Orb," served as preamble to the sundering..."

Aug. 27, 2010 Music Column by Austin Powell

Top Cocktails of 2009

Claudia Alarcón's quest for unique signature drinks

"...To the delight of those of us who are always on the..."

Jan. 1, 2010 Food Feature by Claudia Alarcón

The B-52's

"...The B-52's Sunday afternoon performance demanded nothing and gave it all. The group's..."

Oct. 9, 2009 Music Review by Margaret Moser

ACL's Food Court Continues to Expand Its – and Our – Horizons

Take an ACL break Austin-style with local eateries and portable fine dining

"...Water's tasty Caribbean- and Mexican-inspired fare will once again delight hungry guests. Its coconut-plantain shrimp with a mango-mojo dipping..."

Sept. 26, 2008 Music Feature by Claudia Alarcón

Continental Drift

Scenes from the 2008 Toronto International Film Festival

"...fest, and I intentionally arrived in Toronto during the afternoon so I could pick up my credentials and catch..."

Sept. 19, 2008 Screens Feature by Marjorie Baumgarten

Ladies Are Funny Festival: Are ladies ... funny? Girls Girls Girls insist, 'Yes, yes, yes.'

The second round of the comedy fest spotlighting women adds sketch, stand-up, and more

"...The Girls (Girls Girls) laugh, delighted...."

April 25, 2008 Arts Feature by Wayne Alan Brenner

The Best of the Rest of the Fests, Etc.

"...Joel Guzman & Sarah Fox, but I love the afternoon bill: Ernie Mae Miller (1pm), Steven Fromholz (2pm), and..."

Nov. 2, 2007 Music Post by Margaret Moser

'Forgive Me: A Novel'

An excerpt

"...Nadine sat at the kitchen table and shared an afternoon beer with George. George was writing all day, but..."

June 15, 2007 Books Feature by Amanda Eyre Ward

Dining Up and Down West Lynn

Venerable spaces and new faces

"...my last visit in the middle of a rainy afternoon, my counter companions were a couple of unaccompanied 10-year-olds..."

Feb. 16, 2007 Food Feature by MM Pack

Watching, Breathing, and Eating the World Cup 2006

Saturday June 10 - Sunday, June 11

"...seafood cocktails. There is nothing better on a hot afternoon than a cold ceviche, shrimp cocktail, or any of..."

June 9, 2006 Food Feature by Claudia Alarcón

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