We Have an Issue: Politics as Performance, Political Activism as Performance Art

In this week's issue: postmortem on the Ken Paxton impeachment trial, a profile of drag powerhouse Brigitte Bandit, and finalists revealed in the Best of Austin: Restaurants Readers Poll (get voting, y'all!)

"...fest include Roxane Gay, Tim O'Brien, Angie Kim, Héctor Tobar, Ali Hazelwood, and Ingrid Rojas Contreras...."

Sept. 22, 2023 Column by Kimberley Jones

Restaurant Review: Ramen Del Barrio

In North Austin, Mexico meets the Land of the Rising Sun

"...Somehow, in 2023, Ramen Del Barrio, located in the food court of the Hana World..."

Sept. 22, 2023 Food Feature by Rod Machen

Birdie’s Is Food & Wine’s Restaurant of the Year, Aviator Is Offering Free Pizza, El Alma’s Getting a Second Location, Radio Coffee & Beer Is Giving Away Topo Chico Mocktails, There’s Meewes News at Kitty Cohen’s, and More

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

"...you a couple of weeks ago that Hyde Park Bar & Grill’s West Gate location was closing, and so..."

Sept. 20, 2023 Food Post by Wayne Alan Brenner

Residential Address: Jenny Parrott's Cozy Nest of Songs and Stories at Hole in the Wall

The Austin folk experimentalist offers a free-entry Friday time portal

"...Behind the bar was Dr. Lynn Cowles, who would definitely get her..."

Sept. 15, 2023 Music Column by Gary Lindsey

Crucial Concerts for the Coming Week

Tangerine Dream, Eastside Kings Fest, Magic Rockers of Texas, and more recommended shows

"...times – this past March – South by Southwest barely registered one of its myriad weather events. Temperatures dropped..."

Sept. 8, 2023 Music Column by Raoul Hernandez

Storing Vintage Wine, Celebrating Italian Style, Cheesing National Queso Day, Tiki-ing Up the Roosevelt, and More

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

"...with a review of the new Veracruz Fonda & Bar in Mueller… Austin Chronicle Food Editor Melanie Haupt tells..."

Sept. 6, 2023 Food Post by Wayne Alan Brenner

Day Trips & Beyond: September Events Roundup

Catch up on news from around Texas and travel destinations for fall

"...Kit Carson Park in Taos, N.M.: Michael Hearne’s Big Barn Dance Music Festival is coming to Bryan, Texas. No..."

Sept. 1, 2023 Travel Post by Gerald E. McLeod

Uyghur Skewers Meet the American Dream at Camino Alamo BBQ

Smoke on the West Campus sidewalk

"...that Central Texas is currently the apex of American barbecue...."

Sept. 1, 2023 Food Feature by Evan Rodriguez

Qmmunity: The Gay Place Rides Again

Original Chron legend Kate X Messer talks "Qmmunity"/"The Gay Place" origins

"...Bey's b-day at this TuezGayz. Tue., Sept. 5, 9pm. Barbarella, 611 Red River. $5. instagram.com/barbarella_atx...."

Sept. 1, 2023 Column by James Scott

Day Trips: Murphy’s Steakhouse, Winchester

Step back in time at the former general store

"...a meal in themselves. A trip to the salad bar is worth the journey, but it is pretty basic..."

Sept. 1, 2023 Column by Gerald E. McLeod

We Have an Issue: A Watched Pot …

The Austin Chronicle is turning 42, and we're launching a cannabis column to celebrate

"...Port Aransas, a new location for Michael Hearne's Big Barn Dance Music Festival, and how to help Houston's folk..."

Sept. 1, 2023 Column by Kimberley Jones

Austin Restaurant Weeks, Texas French Bread’s Secret Garden, Hyde Park Bar & Grill’s Partial Departure, MASS Gallery’s New Food Trailer, the Diner Bar’s Austin Family Kitchen, and More, More, More…

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

"...in the road, you know you’re at Hyde Park Bar & Grill – the one on Duval, not the..."

Aug. 30, 2023 Food Post by Wayne Alan Brenner

Ken Paxton Could Be Disbarred as Money Pours Into His Impeachment Fight

Problems pile on to the impeached Texas attorney general

"...attorneys, including three former presidents of the Texas State Bar, are asking that Ken Paxton be stripped of his..."

Aug. 29, 2023 News Post by Brant Bingamon

Qmmunity: A Creative Storm Front

Front Festival hits Austin with a storm of great creative showcases over Labor Day weekend

"...Big Gay Cabaret ATX Hosts Maxine LaQueene and Adrienne Park bring the..."

Aug. 25, 2023 Column by James Scott

What Hole in the Wall's Freshly Inked 20-Year Lease Means for Other At-Risk Venues

The Iconic Venue Fund plans to dish out more aid, but needs time, additional funds

"...Iconic Venue Fund seeks to bolster venues, restaurants, and bars hit hard by skyrocketing real estate prices and COVID-induced..."

Aug. 25, 2023 Music Feature by Genevieve Wood

Crosstalk: Jason Dick Rejoins the 101X Morning Show, and More Music News

The Devils reunite at Giddy Ups, and Wizard Rodeo snags Deerhoof

"...in 40 years on Wednesday, Aug. 30, at Manchaca bar Giddy Ups. Assembly of surviving members Mike Shea, Jimmy..."

Aug. 25, 2023 Music Column by Genevieve Wood

CupcakKe Keeps Austin Pride Going, and the Crowd Moaning, at Sold-Out Antone’s Set

Texas openers Lynn, Shirt Off Fe, and Ladi Earth upped the energy

"...the meaning of each word, double entendre, and witty bar. Since her 2018 album Eden, the 26-year-old has gone..."

Aug. 17, 2023 Music Post by Adam Cherian

Book Smart: Four Young Bookers Fueling Austin's Collegiate Music Scene

Behind the unjaded lineups of Happen Twice, Howdy Gals, Moonbby, and Beary Good

"...the end of the night may very well be barely aged for entry. After a sleepy pandemic interlude, the..."

Aug. 18, 2023 Music Feature by Rachel Rascoe

Qmmunity: Serving Corporate Cxnt

Thee Gay Agenda decides to girl boss, gaslight, but not gatekeep in their new show Gags to Riches

"...boss spirit, featuring performances from Aira Juliet, Fat Bottom Cabaret, Dylan Garsee, Irielle Wesley, KD Kinetic, Jasmania, DJ Chorizo..."

Aug. 18, 2023 Column by James Scott

Bringing Maui Relief, Revealing Nando’s PERi-PERi, Celebrating L'Oca d'Oro, Chilling at Hotel San Jose, How to Get a Free Ice Cream Sandwich from Tiff’s Treats, and More

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

"...Aug. 22… Devil May Care joins with Bill’s Oyster Bar to present an Oyster Social on that same night…..."

Aug. 16, 2023 Food Post by Wayne Alan Brenner

These Local Restaurants Are Raising Money for Maui Wildfire Relief

Here’s your opportunity to dine out for a good cause

"...our animal friends, too) however we can. Local restaurants, bars, and influencers are banding together to raise funds for..."

Aug. 14, 2023 Food Post by Melanie Haupt

Qmmunity: Transing Pride

ATX Trans Pride puts the spotlight on the transgender community during Austin Pride

"...The Barbie Brunch and Day Party A collab between House of..."

Aug. 11, 2023 Column by James Scott

At Adagio Salumi, Patience Is a Virtue

The butcher, the engineer, their passion, and their hog farm

"...plants, we wanted them to graze on a salad bar," he continues...."

Aug. 11, 2023 Food Feature by Evan Rodriguez

Skull & Cakebones Is Back, Lee’s Kitchen Opens Grandly, Austin Proper Takes It Streetside, Juliet Brings the Wild Boar, and Here Comes a French Bistro with a Moody Tongue

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

"...Juliet Italian Kitchen (1500 Barton Springs Rd. and 10000 Research), already a standout in..."

Aug. 9, 2023 Food Post by Wayne Alan Brenner

Qmmunity: Prep for Pride

Everyone loves a girlie with a plan, so make one for Austin Pride with these suggestions

"...Deep Flaming-o A dyke dive bar created in the legacy of Austin's notorious gay punk..."

Aug. 4, 2023 Column by James Scott

South African Wine Shines at Cape Bottle Room

East Austin shop focuses on an under-the-radar wine region

"...a table or a spot at the sleek marble bar...."

Aug. 4, 2023 Food Feature by Taylor Tobin

Gabriela’s Group Expands Latin Business Empire With Mala Fama on Sixth Street

See inside the new three-story neon nightclub, formerly Buckshot

"...Formerly home to Buckshot, the two-story historic bar at 422 E. Sixth, built in 1877, saw revelers..."

Aug. 1, 2023 Music Post by Christina Garcia

Qmmunity: Ch-ch-changes

Austin's queer scene turns to face the strange as it goes through big but good changes

"...Big Gay Cabaret ATX Hosts Maxine LaQueene and Adrienne Park bring the..."

July 28, 2023 Column by James Scott

Austin’s Essential Frozen Cocktails

Because sometimes you gotta think beyond the margarita

"...up on online menus. Be sure to check the bars' social media for any menu updates or additions.) The..."

July 21, 2023 Food Feature by Evan Rodriguez

The Austin Chronicle Guide to the Mission: Impossible Movies

Your mission, if you choose to accept it ...

"...film, especially the last 30 minutes, that set the bar for big-budget, rich-people-entertaining-you-with-their-own-stunts spectacle. Add to that the fact..."

July 14, 2023 Screens Post by Richard Whittaker

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