Fonda San Miguel Co-Founder Miguel Ravago Dies at 72

Chef brought Interior Mexican cuisine to Austin

"...influential figures this weekend with the death of chef Miguel Ravago, the co-founder (along with Tom Gilliland) of Fonda..."

June 26, 2017 Food Post by Brandon Watson

Five Years After Miguel Ravago's Death, Fonda San Miguel Names New Chefs

Blanca Zesati and Carlos Monroy tasked with expanding classic menu

"...It’s also the day in which, 160 years later, Fonda San Miguel announces its new chef(s)...."

May 5, 2022 Food Post by Melanie Haupt

Fonda San Miguel Celebrates Legendary Mexican Cuisine Expert

Honoring Diana Kennedy at May 6 dinner festivities

"...Diana Kennedy with a bash at Gilliland’s beloved restaurant, Fonda San Miguel...."

April 16, 2019 Food Post by Emily Beyda

Fonda San Miguel Hosts All-Women Guest Chef Dinner Series

Four-course dinner prepared by celebrated sister chefs

"...Now they’re celebrating with a four-course dinner in the Fonda San Miguel kitchen...."

July 10, 2019 Food Post by Emily Beyda

Fonda San Miguel Continues Its Progress

Fonda San Miguel continues to challenge itself and please its patrons

"...Fonda San Miguel2330 W. North Loop, 459-4121 Monday-Thursday, 5:30-9:30pm; Friday-Saturday,..."

May 18, 2012 Food Feature by Claudia Alarcón

Fonda San Miguel Timeline

"...1972-1975 Tom Gilliland and Miguel Ravago operate San Angel restaurant in Houston, serving interior..."

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

Olive Oil Dinner at Fonda San Miguel

Extra virgin olive oil is the new wine!

"...invited to the Con’ Olio Olive Oil Dinner at Fonda San Miguel, which was given in honor of Tom..."

Aug. 26, 2012 Food Post by Kate Thornberry

Fonda San Miguel Regains Face, Black Food Week Continues, Barkin’ Creek Debuts, Boozy Cauldron Quests the Parish, and More …

All the news that’s fit to get your taste buds quivering

"...Remember when Fonda San Miguel’s distinctive bronze fountain, that elongated face created..."

Sept. 8, 2021 Food Post by Wayne Alan Brenner

Fonda San Miguel Regains Face, Black Food Week Continues, Barkin’ Creek Debuts, Boozy Cauldron Quests the Parish, and More …

All the news that’s fit to get your taste buds quivering

Sept. 10, 2021 Food Column by Wayne Alan Brenner

Miguel and the Miracles

Why Austin's most revered restaurant, Fonda San Miguel, is still in business against all odds.

"...One day last week, Miguel Ravago, the executive chef of Fonda San Miguel, was..."

Feb. 8, 2002 Food Feature by Clay Smith

Not So Fond of Fonda

"...Saturdays. Those happen to be the peak hours for Fonda San Miguel, whose dinner patrons would no longer be..."

Jan. 10, 2003 News Feature by Lauri Apple

Back in the Saddle

With a New Chef, Fonda San Miguel Is Riding High

"...photograph by John Anderson Fonda San Miguel 2330 W. North Loop, 459-4121 Mon-Thu, 5:30-9:30pm,..."

Feb. 20, 1998 Food Feature by Patrick Earvolino

Interior Designers

After 30 years, Miguel Ravago and Tom Gilliland offer a cookbook as challenging and fascinating as their menu

"...and respected culinary institutions celebrates its first 30 years. Fonda San Miguel is the result of an adventure that..."

Nov. 11, 2005 Food Feature by Claudia Alarcón

Virginia Wood, Champion of the Austin Food Community, Dies at 67

Our colleague and friend will be greatly missed

"...food editor from 1997- 2014, died today in a San Antonio care facility. Wood’s close friend Pamela Nevarez-Fisher posted..."

March 2, 2018 Food Post by Jessi Cape

Interior Indulgence

Bertram's by Miguel Provides Luxurious Tastes of Mexico

"...fact, the menu even calls the restaurant "Bertram's by Miguel." Miguel Ravago received great acclaim for his former partnership..."

May 1, 1998 Food Feature by Meredith Phillips

The 2002 Austin Chronicle Restaurant Poll

Readers Poll

"...AppetizersSaba Blue Water Cafe..."

May 24, 2002 Food Feature

Food-o-File

Virginia B. Wood thought her previous column about local chef changes was pretty comprehensive until the last few days of January, when all kinds of newsworthy information began pouring in via phone, fax, and e-mail.

"...big changes at one of Austin's most high-profile restaurants. Fonda San Miguel (2330 W. North Loop, 459-4121) owner Tom..."

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

Food Top Tens 1996: A Year of Good Tastes

Top Ten Bites of 1996

"...6. Sandwiches and pastries from Phoenicia Bakery..."

Jan. 10, 1997 Food Feature by Virginia B. Wood

Fonda San Miguel

This book is a must for every longtime Austin resident and for all fans of true Mexican cuisine

"...Fonda San Miguel: Thirty Years of Food and Art by..."

May 20, 2011 Food Feature by Claudia Alarcón

Readers Poll

"...AppetizersSaba Blue Water CafeRUNNERS-UPVespaio, Z'Tejas, Malaga..."

May 25, 2001 Food Feature

Readers Poll

"...BEST APPETIZERSZ'Tejas GrillRUNNERS-UPArarat, Hula Hut, Saba Blue Water Cafe..."

May 12, 2000 Food Feature

Postmarks

Our readers talk back.

"...Fonda Good Neighbor..."

Jan. 31, 2003 Column

On the Pork Trail

Noel Coward once declared that "Any part of the piggy / Is quite all right with me" but we found five pork dishes at Austin restaurants that are more alright than others.

"...Any Part of the PiggyAny part of the piggy..."

Oct. 29, 1999 Food Feature by Rachel Feit

Food-o-File

Austin is a TV town, after all; plus, Andrea Timmer is a no-show (again), and the Filling Station is out of gas

"...Austin dining spots, complete with an interview with chef Miguel Ravago of Fonda San Miguel (2330 W. North Loop,..."

Nov. 12, 2004 Food Column by Virginia B. Wood

Conversations With Two Former Austin Chefs in New York

"...Roberto Santibañez and Tien Ho: two successful young chefs now working..."

Feb. 21, 2003 Food Feature by MM Pack

Food-o-File

The latest culinary news in Austin

"...Road) near the lake and the Allen House (1104 San Antonio), a stately downtown Victorian. Both venues offer catering..."

Nov. 10, 2000 Food Column by Virginia B. Wood

'La Cocina Mexicana: Many Cultures, One Cuisine'

Exploring the diverse culinary influences of Mexican cuisine.

"...than 200 Authentic Recipes from Mexican-American Home Kitchens with Fonda San Miguel chef Miguel Ravago. Chef Munoz worked in..."

Oct. 4, 2012 Food Post by Virginia B. Wood

Mission: Mariachi

Testing Tacos, Trajes, and Tequila

"...a foreign dignitary party shed their plebian ponchos and sandals and instead dress like wealthy property owners. Fluffy bow..."

May 2, 1997 Food Feature by Meredith Phillips

Sabores Auténticos de México

This black-tie affair celebrates the anniversary of Mexican independence

"...gala celebrations was developed by former Austin chef Roberto Santibañez, culinary curator of the series, and mixologist Junior Merino,..."

Sept. 10, 2010 Food Feature by Claudia Alarcón

Food-o-file

Awards, accolades, and openings give Austin something to celebrate

"...prestigious Design Award to Shearer Publishing of Fredericksburg for Fonda San Miguel – 30 Years of Food and Art...."

April 28, 2006 Food Column by Virginia B. Wood

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