Day Trips

The Independence Coffee Company handcrafts its coffee the old-fashioned way – one small batch at a time

"...Chappell Hill Lavender Farm's gift shop is also near the Independence..."

March 30, 2007 Column by Gerald E. McLeod

Giveable City

The treat of Austin eats

"...giving is about extravagance, you'd be hard pressed to top a visit to Lake Austin Spa Resort for sheer..."

Dec. 15, 2006 Food Feature by Barbara Chisholm

Day Trips

When discussing the finest cuisine in Central Texas, barbecue has to top the list

"...state capital is surrounded by a higher concentration of top-notch barbecue joints than any other place on Earth. This..."

Sept. 1, 2006 Column by Gerald E. McLeod

Sweet Heat

The 16th annual 'Austin Chronicle' Hot Sauce Festival

"...since the festival formerly known as the Saveur Texas Hill Country Wine & Food Festival got a divorce from..."

Aug. 25, 2006 Food Feature by Robb Walsh

Food-o-File

Chef stuff and tube news

"...Owners of the Blair House Inn (100 W. Spoke Hill in Wimberley, 877/549-5450, www.blairhouseinn.com) have announced the hiring of..."

July 28, 2006 Food Column by Virginia B. Wood

Just an Old-Fashioned Cat

Eartha Kitt is one funny dame

"...as much a calling card as any of her top-selling hits. She's a luscious, leggy performer, just shy of..."

July 21, 2006 Arts Feature by Kate X Messer

Naked City

Headlines and happenings from Austin and beyond

"...below. Naked City• All who love Las Manitas Avenue Cafe – the downtown luncheonette frequented for 25 years by..."

May 26, 2006 News Feature

Musicians on the Menu

In concert or in the kitchen, these locals have the chops

"...distinction belongs to Paul Constantine, currently the chef/owner of Cafe Caprice and former trumpet player for the Professors of..."

May 12, 2006 Food Feature by Virginia B. Wood

Restaurant Service: A Discussion

Twelve Austin professionals come to the table in an effort to define, demystify, and defend the most controversial aspect of dining out.

"...One topic that immediately emerged is that, quite possibly, great waiters..."

March 31, 2006 Food Feature by MM Pack

At the Table

Our panel of service experts

"...Mahala Guevara, Magnolia Cafe general manager: Young Guevara's articulation of her attitudes about..."

March 31, 2006 Food Feature

Uncommon Generosity

Following restaurateur Michael Vilim's time and money

"...a life by what we give." – Sir Winston Churchill..."

Jan. 20, 2006 Food Feature by Wes Marshall

Naked City

Headlines and happenings from Austin and beyond

"...to invoke our rights under Title VI … to stop the racial discrimination by police acting above the law,"..."

Nov. 18, 2005 News Feature

2005 ACL Music Fest Preview

All 'picks' no 'sleepers' for the Austin City Limits Music Festival, one blurb at a time

"...yeah, last year George Strait rode it to the top of the country charts. Warden's been a hot commodity..."

Sept. 23, 2005 Music Feature

The Contest

"...individuals and restaurants is conducted by some of the top chefs in the state of Texas. They take hot..."

Aug. 26, 2005 Food Feature

Excellence Without Pretense

Mark Schmidt's 'rustic gourmet' approach is the driving force behind Cafe 909

"...Cafe 909 – Rustic Gourmet..."

July 8, 2005 Food Feature by Virginia B. Wood

Y Not?

The battle over AMD's move to Lantana is a one-tract skirmish in a larger war over the uncertain future of Central Texas

"...call it "The Y": the congested intersection in Oak Hill where Highway 71 branches off from 290 West and..."

June 24, 2005 News Feature by Rachel Proctor May

Pro-Kim/Anti-Clarke Crowd Celebrates

Place 3 run-off candidate Jennifer Kim soaks up victory with supporters

"...prominent thirtysomethings aglow with confidence at the South Congress Cafe: Victorious candidate Jennifer Kim, firefighters union President Mike Martinez,..."

June 17, 2005 News Feature by Lee Nichols

Food-o-File

The 'Saveur' Texas Hill Country Wine and Food Festival revs up, Uchi chef Tyson Cole racks up the awards, and more

"...Wine and Food Festival Awards The Saveur Texas Hill Country Wine and Food Festival kicks off tonight with..."

April 8, 2005 Food Column by Virginia B. Wood

Trial by Fire

The 14th annual 'Austin Chronicle' Hot Sauce Festival results and winners

"...temperature for this annual festival has been known to top out at over 100 degrees, and Austin crowds remain..."

Sept. 3, 2004 Food Feature by Virginia B. Wood

Hatching a Plan

Austin's emerging culinary creative class is sharing talent and resources to find the right recipe for success

"...tilt skillet, stainless-steel tables, a commercial dishwasher, a four-burner cook-top, ovens, pot racks, a heavy-duty food processor, reach-in refrigerators,..."

June 18, 2004 Food Feature by Virginia B. Wood

Naked City

Headlines and happenings from Austin and beyond

"...both the rural and the environmental charm of the Hill Country. Nevertheless, Village of Bee Cave officials and developer..."

June 4, 2004 News Feature by Mike Clark-Madison

Food-o-File

V.B.W. keeps an eye on the comings, goings, and goings-on

"...After a judges' meeting last week, Lee submitted the top names to an attorney who specializes in trademark issues..."

May 28, 2004 Food Column by Virginia B. Wood

Naked City

Headlines and happenings from Austin and beyond

"...the percentage of new students admitted under the state's top 10% law, which grants automatic admission to students in..."

May 14, 2004 News Feature by Mike Clark-Madison

Eat, Drink, and Be Merry

The 'Saveur' Texas Hill Country Wine & Food Festival

"...our turn until this week, when the Saveur Texas Hill Country Wine & Food Festival kicks off today, Thursday,..."

April 2, 2004 Food Feature

SXSW Picks & Sleepers

Picks & Sleepers

"...of the newest members of industrial collective Pigface. – Christopher Gray..."

March 19, 2004 Music Feature

Day Trips

Capt. Day Trips drops the 411 on Round Top, Texas

"...Round Top is one of those small towns that you never..."

March 12, 2004 Column by Gerald E. McLeod

Food-o-File

Ah, to live the life of the Chronicle Food editor; plus, Gingerbread pancakes, Girl Scouts, and the Gilstraps of Wimberley

"...of a few years, the folks at Kerbey Lane Cafe are once again packaging their signature Buttermilk and Gingerbread..."

Jan. 16, 2004 Food Column by Virginia B. Wood

Capital Idea!

On the phone, on the Web, on the farm, or in the store: giving a little Austin to the foodies on your gift list

"...jellies, salsas, compotes, sauces, and condiments made with the Hill Country's bounty: peaches, plums, figs, wine, tomatoes, lavender, and..."

Dec. 5, 2003 Food Feature

Thanks to the HCWFF, It's Party Time!

"...If you were there for the Hill Country Wine & Food Foundation's wonderful food and wine..."

Nov. 28, 2003 Food Feature by Wes Marshall

The Killing Fields, Kind Of

A culinary history of The Texas Chain Saw Massacre farmhouse

"...neat farmhouse stood on the windswept crest of Quick Hill, southeast of the sleepy little Texas town of Round..."

Oct. 31, 2003 Food Feature by MM Pack

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