Arepa Dealers Sling Venezuelan Snacks and Coffee at Cuatro Gato

At Coconut Club's all-day cafe the heart is an arepa

"...are bringing their Venezuelan snacks to pair with fine coffee and a friendly DIY spirit to the Downtown area..."

Dec. 25, 2020 Food Feature by Alexandra Detmar

Holiday Cookbook Roundup

Gift Guide

"...A Baker's Half Dozen Great Coffee Cakes, Sticky Buns, Muffins & Moreby Carole Walter..."

Dec. 14, 2007 Food Feature by Virginia B. Wood

What's Up with Matt "Rubber Repertory" Hislope, Lately?

Esther's Follies, mostly, but let's not forget that other thing

"...was to be noted with the delivery of a coffee cake to the winning bidder...."

Sept. 11, 2012 Chronolog Post by Wayne Alan Brenner

The Ruta Java

Where to Go for a Cup of Joe

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March 14, 1997 Food Feature by Rebecca Chastenet dé Gery

Carrying the Burden

During Gov. Bush's campaign for his party's presidential nomination last fall, reporters asked the candidate to comment on a federal government report asserting that many Texans, including large numbers of children, were going to bed hungry. "I saw the report that children in Texas are going hungry. Where?" he demanded, going on to say, "You'd think the governor would have heard if there are pockets of hunger in Texas." Indeed, you would, especially if one of those pockets is just a few miles from his front door, Virginia B. Wood explains as she explores the very pockets of hunger in Austin Bush has difficulty fathoming.

"...let the cooks know what we think about this great chicken dinner?," to which the kids respond with a..."

April 28, 2000 Food Feature by Virginia B. Wood

Qmmunity: Y’alloween Fun

Keep up the tradition of great gay Halloween fun with these queer Austin events

"...show featuring Jack Rabid, tangelo, Leah the Bee, the Great Flying Cervix, Petty Cakes, and Violet Rage. Wed., Oct...."

Oct. 13, 2023 Column by James Scott

A Taste for Every Bud

The year in food, 2003

"...treats. I've yet to sample one that isn't heavenly. Great coffee drinks, too...."

Jan. 2, 2004 Food Feature by Virginia B. Wood

Second Helpings: Bakeries

"...on the spirit of slacker-era Austin. It is a great place to luxuriate over coffee and a muffin while..."

March 19, 2004 Food Feature

Day Trips

After a relaxing walk on the beach, grab a cuppa joe and a pastry at Beeman's Coffee Bar.

"...Beeman's Coffee Bar sits at the end of a long morning..."

Feb. 8, 2002 Column by Gerald E. McLeod

Family Matters

Downtown dining with young ones doesn't have to be daunting

"...many parents, I draw a blank on picking a great family-friendly place to eat afterward. Too often, we settle..."

June 11, 2010 Food Feature by Katherine Gregor

Food-o-File

Austin burgers and bakeries are in good hands, and several foodie contests just wrapped up

"...birthday bashes the last two summers were small custom cakes prepared by a former Driskill pastry chef named Shawn..."

Aug. 28, 2009 Food Column by Virginia B. Wood

Russell's Bakery & Coffee Bar

There's something enduring about a bakery. The smell of fresh coffee, the sugar-tinged, yeasty aroma that twines through the air, warmly embraces you, and evokes carefree Sunday mornings. Russell's in Northwest Hills is no exception.

"...Russell's Bakery & Coffee Bar3339 Hancock, 419-7877..."

Nov. 14, 2003 Food Review by Rachel Feit

Qmmunity: Stop, Drop, and Shop

Qmmunity advises on what local places are best for gay gift shopping this year

"...their new digs, there's more room for all the great queer-made trinkets and treats they sell – ranging from..."

Dec. 8, 2023 Column by James Scott

Food-o-File

When it comes to Valentine's Day, those who don't get it are not going to get it

"...baked goods we found in town – everything from cakes, shortcakes, and tortes to tarts and cheesecakes. They've got..."

Feb. 13, 2004 Food Column by Virginia B. Wood

A New Kind of Catering

Local businesses are marrying style with substance on the wedding table.

"...-trained pastry chef, makes some of the most elegant cakes around...."

Jan. 31, 2003 Food Feature by Rachel Feit

Simply Sensational Desserts / Room for Dessert

"...Room for Dessert: 110 Recipes for Cakes, Custards, Souffles, Tarts, Pies, Cobblers, Sorbets, Sherbets, Ice Creams,..."

Nov. 26, 1999 Food Feature by Virginia B. Wood

Just Desserts

Austin's Pastry Chefs

"...desserts, such as the Italian Cream and Fat Chocolate Cakes. Sour Cream Lime Pie from Desserts by Shirley was..."

Feb. 16, 1996 Food Feature by Virginia B. Wood

17 Austin Patios for Your Al Fresco Dining & Drinking Enjoyment

Check out these al fresco spots, if you're comfortable

"...pandemic, many bars and restaurants that didn't already boast great outdoor spaces have cleverly adapted. What was once a..."

March 12, 2021 Food Feature by Evan Rodriguez

Restaurants Near Zilker

"...TEX-MEX: Baby Acapulco No. 2 Try this place for great enchiladas and multiflavored margaritas that should come with warning..."

Oct. 8, 2010 Music Feature

Food-o-File

Local foodie friends throw a party to help David Pitre and Tecolote Farm, some sweet gift ideas, and more.

"...music and a silent auction of artisan items, plus great local food and drinks donated by supporters like Soup..."

Dec. 5, 2003 Food Column by Virginia B. Wood

Food-o-File

Since you've been good boys and girls this year, Virginia B. Wood fills your stockings with lumps of foodie news instead of coal.

"...resort hotel in Maryland, and this year, it's rum cakes from Jamaica. The sampler pack of delightful little cakes..."

Dec. 19, 2003 Food Column by Virginia B. Wood

We Have Met the Future, and It Is Us

Film on the Web, part II: the movies

"...of it, because I remember nearly snorting up my coffee at the thought, which struck me as funny and..."

March 9, 2007 Screens Feature by Spencer Parsons

Chow Downtown

Dining in the Heart of Austin

"...ride and began looking for someplace to stop for coffee. They rode through the deserted Capitol grounds and down..."

Jan. 30, 1998 Food Feature

Austin Over Easy

The Chronicle Guide to Breakfast Dining

"...basket of hot biscuits, and a bottomless cup of coffee. During his heyday as a traveling cattle appraiser, it..."

March 13, 1998 Food Feature

Sweets With a British Accent

Curious Confections

"...a strong Louisiana influence and the definite stamp of Great Britain, for Gemma is English, and Michael grew up..."

Feb. 21, 2014 Food Feature by Kate Thornberry

Food-o-File

What's cooking in the Central Texas food scene.

"...buffet table but also providing small, decorated, individual serving cakes for each guest. Baker Russell Milner, owner of Russell's..."

May 17, 2002 Food Column by Virginia B. Wood

Restaurants Near Zilker

"...TEX-MEX: Baby Acapulco No. 2 Try this place for great enchiladas and multiflavored margaritas that should come with warning..."

Oct. 2, 2009 Music Feature

Hey Sailor, Pt. 2!

More of Austin's GLBTeratti welcomes you with open arms and tells you what's hot about our town

"...you are getting so much "official word" on what's great by so many here at the Chronic, as well..."

March 17, 2006 Features Feature by Kate Getty

Food Top Nines

"...the killer drought, Larry Butler's smoldering wonders are a great addition to eggs, salads, breads, dips, marinades, or anything..."

Jan. 8, 1999 Food Feature by Virginia B. Wood

Meanwhile Brewing’s National Beer Day at Loro; C-C-Cake Club Congregates; Fojtasek Everywhere You Look, So Very Very Much Sushi, and How About That Sweet Live Fire Action, Hoss?

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

"...Capital Confectioners Cake Club at ACC’s Highland Campus. Sculpted cakes, novelty cakes, wedding cakes, buttercream only, and live demos,..."

April 6, 2022 Food Post by Wayne Alan Brenner

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