MM Pack's Top 10 Bites From Small Austin Producers

"...Chef Nikki Kaya may be best known for superior hummus, but her silky, ultrasmoky baba ghanoush became my go-to..."

Jan. 7, 2011 Food Feature by MM Pack

MM Pack on the 10 Best Austin Neighborhood Stores

"...(1221 West Lynn, 477-5574): Good things come in small packages, and Fresh Plus on West Lynn (along with its..."

Jan. 5, 2007 Food Feature by MM Pack

Leader of the Pack

An Interview With the Head Coyote

"...MM: I think so. Besides, I've been coming to Austin..."

July 14, 1995 Arts Feature by Robb Walsh

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

"...to go. The Chronicle Food staff -- Mick Vann, MM Pack, Rachel Feit, Barbara Chisholm, Wes Marshall, Claudia Alarcón,..."

Dec. 5, 2003 Food Feature

Food-o-File

Bastrop fires level a much-loved chocolatier

"...Iliana de la Vega and Chronicle contributing Food writer MM Pack made a presentation titled What's Hot in Texas..."

Sept. 16, 2011 Food Column by Virginia B. Wood

Food-o-File

Walgreens, what will you think of next? Plus, Hi.

"...(2529 S. Lamar, 444-0261) is being prepared for its late-summer debut, we've heard from concerned readers about Walgreens and..."

July 21, 2006 Food Column by Virginia B. Wood

The Others

"...below average. Overly salted. Dominant flavor is the mix. MM Pack: "It's weird."Frozen "Lime Rita" ($4.50)..."

Aug. 25, 2000 Food Feature

Food-o-File

Virginia B. Wood serves up some serious restaurant news in this week's "Food-o-File."

"...renewed interest in accuracy in journalism, frequent Chronicle contributor MM Pack took Chicago Tribune columnist John Kass to task..."

May 30, 2003 Food Column by Virginia B. Wood

As You Like It

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

"...state of the definitive all-American portable meal. Mick Vann, MM Pack, Wes Marshall, Claudia Alarcón, Barbara Chisholm, Rachel Feit,..."

March 7, 2003 Food Feature

Food-o-File

Austin's newest culinary hot spot

"...than the original and will include a full service commercial bakery, finally allowing David Norman to fulfill the ever-growing..."

Nov. 21, 2014 Food Column by Virginia B. Wood

Food-O-File

Trailers on the move, and the Austin food community loses a friend

"...on Woods' life and service to the local culinary community, read Austin Chronicle contributor MM Pack's obituary at austinchronicle.com/daily/food...."

May 23, 2014 Food Column by Virginia B. Wood

Event Menu

Spring brings farm activities for the whole family, or you could run a 10K or enjoy a Chef Showdown

"...• The farm stand and spring community-supported agriculture at Green Gate Farms (8310 Canoga) open this..."

March 25, 2011 Food Column by Virginia B. Wood

Culinary/Literary

There's a lot to chew on at this year's Texas Book Festival

"...recipes from their books. Hesser will talk to Corby Kummer of The Atlantic Monthly about the process of selecting..."

Oct. 15, 2010 Food Feature by Virginia B. Wood

Food-o-File

Austinites rake in foodie honors, and Downtown food keeps getting better

"...very pleased to note that Chronicle contributing Food writer MM Pack has been nominated for a Bert Greene Award..."

March 20, 2009 Food Column by Virginia B. Wood

Chocolate Renaissance

The Food staff recommends local and online chocolate retailers for Valentine's Day

"...early 20th centuries put chocolate within reach of the common man and allowed for the mass production of chocolate..."

Feb. 8, 2008 Food Feature by Virginia B. Wood

Bounty Without Opulence

The Food staff assembles a stellar $75 Thanksgiving feast for six

"...expended your entire monthly food budget for one feast. Hmmm, perhaps Thanksgiving has been successfully exploited after all...."

Nov. 21, 2003 Food Feature

Food-o-File

Virginia B. Wood invites you to a BookPeople celebration of Chronicle Food writers, asks for your help on a story, and tells you to look for Austin on the TV Food Network in this week's "Food-o-File."

"...us for a reception and book signing to honor MM Pack, essay contributor to Cornbread Nation I: The Best..."

July 4, 2003 Food Column by Virginia B. Wood

Food-o-File

Virginia B. Wood dishes up all the event news you can stomach, in this week's "Food-o-File."

"...the accomplishments of writers Wes Marshall, Mick Vann, and MM Pack early this summer... And speaking of books we..."

March 14, 2003 Food Column by Virginia B. Wood

Food-o-File

Virginia B. Wood has news from across the land.

"...Big Apple food press. Austin chefs prepared Texas foods, Kimmie Rhodes and Joe Gracey provided the musical entertainment, and..."

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

Gourmet Gadgetry

The Food staff offers some ideas on stocking stuffers for the kitchen enthusiast on your list.

"...hardware emporiums, mail-order catalogs, numerous Web sites -- all jam-packed with gift items. What's a conscientious Santa to do?..."

Dec. 6, 2002 Food Feature by Virginia B. Wood

Counting Our Blessings

Considering what we're thankful for in the local food scene

"...by a company that's very much involved in the community, where opinions and advocacy are encouraged. I'm afforded the..."

Nov. 23, 2001 Food Feature by Virginia B. Wood

'Chronicle' Critics' Picks for Restaurant and Commercial Hot Sauces 2010

Our critics guarantee these sauces are all delicious and encourage readers to check them out

"...we asked contributing Food critics Mick Vann, Claudia Alarcón, MM Pack, Kate Thornberry, and Rachel Feit to pick their..."

Aug. 27, 2010 Food Feature by Virginia B. Wood

Virginia B. Wood's Cookbook Collection Will Live on at Cookbook Cafe

Home "On the Range" at the Central Library

"...friends and fellow Chronicle food writers Claudia Alarcón and MM Pack, along with close friend of over 40 years..."

June 22, 2018 Food Feature by Jessi Cape

The Brunch Bunch

Heavenly hash, Bloody Mary bars, and eggs six ways to Sunday

"...For $25, you can immerse yourself in Russian cuisine – the only place in..."

March 14, 2014 Food Feature

Good Eats (and Drinks) Every New Student Should Know

The Food staff weighs in on student dining

"...coffee will be waiting in a few minutes. – MM Pack..."

Aug. 24, 2012 Food Feature by The Food Staff

Culinary Checklist

Be sure to check our list for great tasty culinary gift ideas!

"...Vinegars, Farmhouse Delivery, La Boîte, and Whip In. – MM Pack..."

Dec. 3, 2010 Food Feature

The Austin Chronicle Hot Sauce Festival Is Back, Baby!

Mask up, vax up, and join us in person for the 31st annual event

"...Central Texas Food Bank, an amazing nonprofit that needs community support more than ever before to continue their mission...."

Sept. 10, 2021 Food Feature by Jessi Cape

Event Menu: Feb. 20-23

This week, Austin foodies enjoy lectures on local food history and classes on international cuisine

"...with a presentation by culinary historian and Chronicle contributor MM Pack, titled It's What's for Dinner: What's Cooking in..."

Feb. 19, 2010 Food Column by Virginia B. Wood

Food-o-File

Bragging rights and the latest flavors round out this week's "Food-o-File."

"...this fall, I was proud to note that contributor MM Pack is one of the Southern writers featured in..."

Nov. 29, 2002 Food Column by Virginia B. Wood

Texas Barbecue Soundtrack

"...Serendipity delivered the centerpiece for the weekend soundtrack. Host committee member and Chronicle Food writer MM Pack was listening..."

June 14, 2002 Food Feature by Virginia B. Wood

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