Lit-urday: Slade House

David Mitchell lights up a compelling Joss shtick.

"...Slade House by David Mitchell Random House, 256pp., $26..."

Oct. 31, 2015 Arts Post by Wayne Alan Brenner

A Journey Through Austin’s Knafeh Offerings With My Arab Father

A taste of home, connection, and knafeh

"...since it opened in early March of this year, Baklava House (10205 N. Lamar #135, baklava-house.com). The only Arabic..."

June 10, 2022 Food Feature by Yasmin Diallo Turk

10 Things to Eat in Austin’s International District

Check out these hidden gems on North Lamar

"...onions and served on injera bread (gluten-free when made in-house) is the specialty and definitely worth a try. Shahi..."

Dec. 15, 2022 Food Post by Yasmin Diallo Turk

Of the Old World

Where to find some of the finest pastichio, moussaka, and moi-moi in Austin

"...the Macedonian versions of Moussaka ($5.59), Dolmas ($5.59), and Baklava ($2.99) differ somewhat from their Greek counterparts. Macedonian moussaka..."

Oct. 3, 2003 Food Feature by Virginia B. Wood

MezzeMe Teaches Austin About Turkish Food

Scratch-made kitchen builds on family recipes handed down

"...and MezzeMe has several, with the bread baked fresh in-house daily. Za'atar is a blend of thyme and other..."

July 8, 2022 Food Feature by Yasmin Diallo Turk

How Sweet It Is

Sugar Mama's Bakeshop East moves beyond the cupcake

"...Wars were wowed by such delights as Harlow's Honey Baklava – a honey buttermilk cake with a nutty baklava..."

Oct. 24, 2014 Food Feature by Virginia B. Wood

Take Out the Heat

Sure, complaining about the heat only makes it worse. A long string of 100 degree days presents an unsolvable problem but it just so happens that there's one summer problem we can solve. What to do about dinner on a day when the ambient blast furnace is stuck in the triple digits and operating any appliance hotter than a microwave is a sure sign of madness? Where to go, what to buy, how to put a tasty meal on the table without working up a sweat?

"...pizzas, wild mushroom strudels, asparagus vinaigrette, rosemary potatoes, pistachio baklava, and dainty quiche Lorraine...."

July 28, 2000 Food Feature by Virginia B. Wood

Second Helpings: Downtown Coffeehouses

Downhome coffeehouses in today's "Second Helpings."

"...Not too many people remember that the house at 2714 Guadalupe once housed a shady-looking dentist's office,..."

March 15, 2002 Food Feature

50+ Restaurants to Try in Downtown Austin

Want a bite close to the action? We've got you covered for any mood, group, or time of day.

"...the classics using locally sourced ingredients. Tiki cocktails and house-made dumplings flow daily, with dim sum served on Sundays...."

March 13, 2020 Food Feature by Zelly Martin

Cantine

Asti meets Fino in Lamar Union

"...Mediterranean eatery that closed in March, and there are house-made pastas and small, crisp-crust pizzas reminiscent of Asti. Cooks..."

Aug. 7, 2015 Food Feature by Virginia B. Wood

Sarah's Mediterranean Grill & Market

Everything about Sarah's radiates a strong and calm sense of self-respect, from the cheerful cleanliness to the excellent cooking

"...have the filling of your choice surrounded by the house salad (diced lettuce, tomato, parsley, and cucumber in vinaigrette)..."

Feb. 2, 2007 Food Review by Kate Thornberry

SXSW 2012 Film Lineup Announced

'21 Jump Street' selected as Centerpiece Film

"...and son accidentally end up in the same country house with their two girlfriends. Cast: Zach Gilford, Jena Malone,..."

Feb. 1, 2012 Screens Post by Kimberley Jones

Top 10 Breads

"...1. Whole Food's Bakehouse..."

Jan. 5, 1996 Food Feature

The Strip Club: Northgate Shopping Center

Getting bossed around by meat, and liking it

"...Newton, but an oasis appears in their spectacular honey-dripped baklava. Opa!..."

June 28, 2024 Food Feature by Taylor Holland

Greek Fest, Taylor Swift Wrestling, and More Weekend Events

No weekend plans? We have some suggestions.

"...and Stephanie Yue Duhem, and munchables via Andrew’s Tiny Bakehouse. Plus: a DJ set by stargirl.   – James..."

May 24, 2024 Arts Feature by James Scott

Kareem El-Ghayesh Brings a Taste of Egypt to Texas Barbecue

Building bridges with brisket

"...tomato sauce, stewed okra, roasted duck, and desserts like baklava and kanafeh. But Texas barbecue was completely new territory...."

May 7, 2021 Food Feature by Veronica Meewes

40 Restaurants to Try in Downtown Austin

Check off all your food goals without leaving the city center

"...plates, like shareable whole grilled branzino or 28-oz. prime porterhouse...."

March 15, 2019 Food Feature by Jessika Roth

Tarbouch Lebanese Grill and Hookah

With a little tightening of the ship, Tarbouch may yet avoid the rocks

"...The building that once housed the iconic Texicalli Grille is now home to Tarbouch,..."

Oct. 2, 2009 Food Review by Kate Thornberry

Starlite Sunday Brunch

Find some real soul food on this swanky brunch menu

"...at Saint Elias' church, with its homemade tabbouleh and baklava, is a grand example. The curious and delicious combo..."

Feb. 15, 2008 Food Feature by Barbara Chisholm

Of the Old World

Where to find some of the finest pastichio, moussaka, and moi-moi in Austin

"...true a pastichio as any I have eaten. Another house specialty, Beef Stew ($9.95), comes in a bowl with..."

Oct. 3, 2003 Food Feature by Rachel Feit

Live Shots

"...with delectable Ethiopian spicy lentils, Greek wine, and mouth-watering baklava. Demand for the home-made dishes was so great that..."

Oct. 23, 1998 Music Feature

A Redhead, Pink Pony, and Kaleidoscope in This Weekend’s Events

Arts and culture to keep you entertained

"...Protector, MC extraordinaire Anastasia Hera, indie pop phenom S.L. Houser, Antone’s Records owners Eve Monsees and Mike Buck, and..."

May 2, 2025 Arts Feature by James Scott

The Luv Doc: A Culinary Mount Everest

You can’t expect starving people in buckle shoes to make smart choices

"...me and my boyfriend are going to his parents’ house in Corpus for Thanksgiving. It’s usually a potluck and..."

Nov. 29, 2024 Column by The Luv Doc

Austin's Top 10 Lunch Buffets

We'll decide when to say "when"

"...sauces to fill Lady Bird Lake. For dessert, there's baklava and their famous rice pudding...."

Dec. 20, 2019 Food Feature by Emily Beyda

Food-o-File: Friday Lagniappe

A little extra Austin food news

"...• The stately farmhouse at Boggy Creek Farm (3414 Lyons) is a local..."

Oct. 31, 2014 Food Post by Virginia B. Wood

Longhorn Po-Boys and Falafel

"...the usual sandwich suspects but they also offer exceptional house specialties for fans of Middle Eastern food. If you're..."

Jan. 12, 1996 Food Feature