Miguel and the Miracles

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

"...they would say, 'Where are the combination plates?' Or, 'Seafood? Huh?' But we stuck to our guns." A certain..."

Feb. 8, 2002 Food Feature by Clay Smith

Naturaltown

Vegetarian and Vegan Spots in Austin

"...for the non meat-eating piscatorial diners, there are many seafood items fresh from the sea. Medium prices and first-rate..."

March 9, 2001 Food Feature by Mick Vann

Tandoori Junkie

Over the years Austin has absorbed (and discarded) several new Indian restaurants, most in the mode of the classic Americanized Indian dining establishment. But within the past few years, we have been fortunate enough to attract a new class of Indian restaurants. Mick Vann has compiled a guide to them.

"...eating Indian food. All of the meat, poultry, and seafood entrées run in the $9-$11 range, with vegetarian dishes..."

Feb. 16, 2001 Food Feature by Mick Vann

Chinese à la Carts

Austin's Dim Sum Experience

"...carts at Dol Ho Tea Room near the Chinese market stalls on Stockton Street. But here in Austin it's..."

Sept. 5, 1997 Food Feature by Pableaux Johnson

They're Getting Warmer...

"...The most frequent suggestion for improving the quality of Texas wines is for Texas winegrowers to plant..."

July 12, 1996 Food Column

Show Us Your Tapas!

We go weak at the knees for Barlata

"...encountering Olivella's food at a cooking class during Central Market's Pasaporte España 2011. Right away, I knew we were..."

Oct. 4, 2013 Food Feature by Claudia Alarcón

Food-O-File

"...will lead a pair of classes at the Central Market Cooking School (4001 N. Lamar, 458-3068). The class on..."

Feb. 27, 1998 Food Column by Virginia B. Wood

East Meets Westlake

Pacific Moon Fails to Shine

"...start with the Hundred-Corner Crab Cakes ($7.75) and Steamed Seafood Sui-Mei ($5.50). While I continued to admire the furnishings,..."

Dec. 12, 1997 Food Feature by Patrick Earvolino

The Sauciér

This week: Soy Vay Veri Veri Teriyaki and Garlic Expressions

"...Veri Veri Teriyaki ($5.29 at Whole Foods and Central Market) is robust, subtle, and versatile. It has no MSG,..."

Sept. 8, 2006 Food Feature by Kate Thornberry

When Good Food Goes Bad

"...that gets harder as the Austin area grows, the quality of our food supply diminishes from less frequent federal..."

June 4, 1999 Food Feature by Mick Vann

First Look at Sap’s Sibling in Allandale

Second location for Austin Thai fave Sap's Fine Thai Cuisine

"...When you go to Thai markets, you see big bags of pristine black and white..."

March 3, 2014 Food Post by Mick Vann

Whisks Up

The Way To Cook

"...may be worth a thousand words on the open market, but from the novice cook's perspective, a picture can..."

Nov. 27, 1998 Food Feature

Food-o-File: Weekend Lagniappe

A little extra Austin food news

"...clean, bold flavors with a focus on seasonality and quality can wow diners across the board and keep them..."

Aug. 22, 2015 Food Post by Virginia B. Wood

Food-o-File

Get your joie de vivre on at Central Market's Passport France celebration

"...arts events is relatively new. Adding a selection of quality local food to any event is made easier by..."

May 11, 2012 Food Column by Virginia B. Wood

Drungo Ice House

With more than 30 years of experience between them, Michael Hall and Chip Tait have succeeded in establishing a comfortable, casual neighborhood ice house

"...trained as a cook, is a veteran of Central Market, Hyde Park Bar & Grill, Zoot, and several other..."

Jan. 30, 2009 Food Review by Rachel Feit

If You Knew Suzi...

New China Grill Proves Suzi Yi Is a Restaurant Star

"...menu offers Chinese standards with beef, pork, chicken, and seafood, there are also several successful vegetarian options, one of..."

July 11, 1997 Food Feature by Virginia B. Wood

Eating in Faith

Keeping Kosher in Austin

"...have split hooves and that chew their cud, all seafood that has fins and scales, and most domesticated fowl...."

Dec. 6, 1996 Food Feature by Ronna Welsh

Liquid Assets

The best wine discoveries of the past few months

"...are being sifted out before they ever hit the marketplace, and most of what finally makes its way to..."

Oct. 28, 2005 Food Column by Wes Marshall

Food-O-FIle

"...experienced bakers. In celebration of American Pie Month, Central Market is sponsoring the Great American Pie Contest on Sunday,..."

Feb. 21, 1997 Food Column

In the Wink of an Eye

An Austin slow-food pioneer celebrates a dozen years in operation

"...hospitality, staff development, an innovative wine program, and creative, market-inspired cooking presented in daily menus. The Backstory..."

July 12, 2013 Food Feature by MM Pack

Was the Foodways Texas Symposium Worth the Price?

A barbecue enthusiast shares his experience

"...grills set up on the rooftop deck. This eat-with-your-fingers seafood extravaganza sent us all home wafting a smoky aroma...."

April 14, 2013 Food Post by Rod Machen

First Look at Whole Foods Bee Cave

We get a sneak peek at the new Whole Foods location

"...us. As with all Whole Foods, all the wild-caught seafood is certified as either Green or Yellow. That means..."

May 12, 2012 Food Post

Elizabeth Street Cafe

Un-Pho-Gettable

"...cuisine such as barbecue, preparing it from the very highest-quality ingredients, charging accordingly, and consequently enjoying critical, popular, and..."

March 2, 2012 Food Review by Kate Thornberry

Afin Modern Japanese Tapas Bar

In the crowded Austin sushi market, genuine value for your dollar is what sets Afin apart

"...Value. In the crowded Austin sushi market, genuine value for your dollar is what sets Afin..."

Sept. 9, 2011 Food Review by Kate Thornberry

Dining Del Lago

More places to eat

"...& Bistro The inventive American bistro fare focuses on quality ingredients. The huge stock of beers, ales, wines, and..."

July 1, 2011 Food Feature

Naked City

Headlines and Happenings from Austin and Beyond

"...a multipronged strategy. The organization, called AVATACO, is establishing quality standards that every card-carrying member must follow, and it..."

June 23, 2006 News Feature

Living in the Moment

MM Pack profiles legendary foodie Ann Clark.

"...Austin as it was before the days of Central Market and rampantly ambitious restaurants. As she worked, I expressed..."

Nov. 8, 2002 Food Feature by MM Pack

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.

"...move downtown as exec chef at their hot new seafood restaurant, Eddie V's Edgewater Grille (301 E. Fifth, 472-1860)...."

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

Liquid Assets

A new column by Chronicle wine writer Wes Marshall that spotlights affordable wine choices and offers food pairing advice to complement them.

"...the Chileans are capable of. A wine of this quality from France or the U.S. would cost $15-25. Imagine..."

July 28, 2000 Food Column by Wes Marshall

Good Restaurants Make Good Neighbors

"...necessary for them to put the property on the market. Covey immediately recognized the location's great potential, so she..."

Nov. 20, 1998 Food Feature by Virginia B. Wood

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