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"...shepherds," with music played on "independence horns." Imagine fine diners serving "emancipation bread," salads with "liberation dressing," and "enfranchisement..."

March 21, 2003 Column

Second Helpings: Local Barbecue

You're here for SXSW, but you're also here for barbecue, right?

"...best testament to the barbecue is the number of diners in suits willing to risk a lunchtime mess.BBQ World..."

March 14, 2003 Food Feature

As You Like It

Welcome! The following is our comprehensive Austin guide to the American classic commonly known as the hamburger.

"...While chain diners are throwing up aluminum siding to conjure the comfort..."

March 7, 2003 Food Feature

Fozlur

Texas Platters

"...founts comparable to highly caffeinated diatribes delivered at all-night diners. The Austin quintet's latest, a five-song EP recorded at..."

Jan. 24, 2003 Music Review by Greg Beets

Culinary Evolution

Vespaio has always been good -- now, it's better.

"...hands. The popular eatery has received rave reviews from diners and critics alike, maintaining a steady clientele even in..."

Jan. 17, 2003 Food Feature by Virginia B. Wood

Not So Fond of Fonda

"...lives down the street from Fonda San Miguel, says diners routinely park on both sides of the street (making..."

Jan. 10, 2003 News Feature by Lauri Apple

Northwest Neighborhood Treasures, Near and Far

Five new reviews of family-friendly ethnic cafes and east coast-style pizza parlors

"...following with more than 20 years in the business. Diners love the family atmosphere created by manager Gino and..."

Nov. 15, 2002 Food Feature by Erin Mosow

The Secret Ingredients

Meet the best chefs you've never heard of.

"...in the high quality of their work, which Austin diners enjoy year after year...."

Oct. 4, 2002 Food Feature by Claudia Alarcón

Thank You Very Much, Mr. Robata

Claudia Alarcon tells you about dining with all of the senses at a unique Austin Japanese restaurant.

"...had dreamed of opening a restaurant that could offer diners an alternative "to take Austin to a whole new..."

Sept. 20, 2002 Food Feature by Claudia Alarcón

The Point About DemiEpicurious

Wes Marshall evaluates an Austin restaurant according to a legendary master's exacting standards.

"...Demi is simple. If you have two or more diners at a table, the dishes come set up for..."

Sept. 13, 2002 Food Feature by Wes Marshall

Southern Comfort on SoCo

Lambert's has the buzz, the location, the pedigree, and the menu to make some noise in Austin. But does it have MM Pack's recommendation?

"...one side; the emanating aromas are scrumptious, and interested diners can observe the quietly graceful cooks on the line..."

Aug. 16, 2002 Food Feature by MM Pack

Surf and Turf, Travis-Style

Lakeside Dining 2002: By boat or by car, bring your appetite.

"...offers a new choice for Mexican food, and hungry diners will find plenty of Texas country and American cafe..."

Aug. 2, 2002 Food Feature by Virginia B. Wood

Surf and Turf, Travis-Style

Lakeside dining 2002: by boat or by car, bring your appetite

"...and national news. There was a good number of diners in the early afternoon, several of whom seemed to..."

Aug. 2, 2002 Food Feature by Erin Mosow

Day Trips

"...also has a boat dock. These aren't cookie cutter diners, each one is a little bit different except for..."

July 19, 2002 Column by Gerald E. McLeod

Just Touching Base ...

with classic Austin tastes: old favorites, new reviews

"...managed to remain a consistent favorite among Austin's thinking diners...."

July 12, 2002 Food Feature by Rachel Feit

Food-o-File

In this week's "Food-o-File," Food Editor Virginia B. Wood tells us about Austin restaurants at a Fever Pitch, a Shack Attack, Asti's Farm to Table dinner, and much more.

"...Larry Butler and Carol Ann Sayle to the appreciative diners and announced that they'll do another dinner in October..."

June 21, 2002 Food Column by Virginia B. Wood

Fish Tales

Eaves Bros. Quality Seafood, At the Sign of the Neon Lobster

"...I've observed that, at six in the evening, diners seem mostly to be solitary guys, enjoying their fish..."

March 22, 2002 Food Feature by MM Pack

Second Helpings: Breakfast Ole!

Where to find the best huevos rancheros, migas, and other tasty Mexican breakfast items in Austin.

"...of Austin's finest. The aroma of fajitas attracts hungry diners to this often-crowded little restaurant tucked into a small..."

March 15, 2002 Food Feature

Second Helpings: Austin Barbecue

Austin barbecue joints in today's "Second Helpings"

"...best testament to the barbecue is the number of diners in suits willing to risk a lunchtime mess.BBQ World..."

March 15, 2002 Food Feature

South by Soup Fest

Music Showcase

"...by Soup Fest was business as usual, only that diners were being offered an hour of free music, including..."

March 15, 2002 Music Review by Andy Langer

Food-o-File

Food Editor Virginia B. Wood has had correspondence from several of the most tasteful men in Austin's food scene in the past week and it's all good news.

"...wine dinners scheduled for Monday evening, March 4, present diners with a serious culinary dilemma. At Jean-Luc's Bistro (705..."

March 1, 2002 Food Column by Virginia B. Wood

Unsung Heroes

Chefs get the credit; sous chefs get dinner on the table.

"...will assemble the tantalizing array of salads that tempts diners in Vespaio's antipasto case. His day winds up around..."

Feb. 22, 2002 Food Feature by Virginia B. Wood

Fonda San Miguel Timeline

"...turns things around and develops a loyal following among diners who appreciate his subtle, sophisticated "Nueva Cocina" culinary stylings...."

Feb. 8, 2002 Food Feature by Virginia B. Wood

Restaurants on the Road

Where to dine on I-35

Jan. 25, 2002 Food Feature by Virginia B. Wood

Main Street Grill

Where to dine on I-35

"...most expensive wines are available by the glass, encouraging diners to taste adventurously. Beginning this month, the restaurant is..."

Jan. 25, 2002 Food Feature by MM Pack

Food-o-File

South Austin taco news and other culinary updates in this week's "Food-o-File."

"...location, and it was quite a sight to behold: diners of all ages decked out in full Elvis regalia,..."

Jan. 18, 2002 Food Column by Virginia B. Wood

The Other Restaurant Row

South shore eateries, markets help make a neighborhood

"...service that is pleasant, friendly, and efficient. Although many diners opt for the buffet ($5.40 weekday, $5.95 weekend), the..."

Dec. 14, 2001 Food Feature by Mick Vann

Food-o-File

It seems like forever since I've written a column but that's just because so much has happened in the past two weeks.

"...and jellies. I was enormously proud when all the diners at my table raved about my offering, the Wild..."

Nov. 9, 2001 Food Column by Virginia B. Wood

The Avalanches

Record Review

"...such as first single, "Electricity," and especially the joyous "Diners Only" rediscover the sexy summer soul of pure, funky..."

Nov. 2, 2001 Music Review by Marc Savlov

Drag Nirvana

A new world-class restaurant on Guadalupe

"...yourself a meal of refined flavors that would make diners in Thailand envious...."

Sept. 28, 2001 Food Feature by Mick Vann

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