A Stoner Jam, 3-Legged Dog Day Party, and More Crucial Concerts

SXSW-adjacent lineups and other shows worth seeing

"...Friday 15, Hotel Vegas..."

March 15, 2024 Music Feature by Rachel Rascoe

The Luv Doc: Maiden Name

Unlike real kids, Sour Patch Kids don’t disappoint.

"...under his belt – a guy who could quote Red Hot Chili Peppers lyrics because, let's face it, that..."

Feb. 2, 2024 Column by The Luv Doc

A Foodie’s Guide to One of North Austin’s Strip Malls

Searching for the American dream at the Spicewood / 183 Center

"...It's hotter than Satan's toenails in this parking lot. There are..."

Nov. 24, 2023 Food Feature by Taylor Holland

Memorable Moments From ACL Fest Weekend One

For you to rewind this weekend at Zilker Park

"...city. At the end of that breakout performance, he stared at the audience and repeated: "I will be back...."

Oct. 13, 2023 Music Feature by Kevin Curtin

Foo Fighters, Alanis Morissette, BigXthaPlug, and More Highlights From Saturday at ACL Fest

From Rina Sawayama's avant-pop to Die Spitz's morning mosh

"...After Jared Leto bungee jumped onstage to start his Thirty Seconds..."

Oct. 8, 2023 Music Post by Kevin Curtin

Austin's Best New Pizza Places

Fresh pies? Save us a slice!

"...fam really loved the good old-fashioned pepperoni, which we ordered as a full tray. The pepperoni, cupped and crispy,..."

March 17, 2023 Food Feature by Melanie Haupt

The Luv Doc: Private School

Fueled by a heady blood rush of Dunning-Kruger hubris

"...Last week was Red Hot Chili Peppers and this week private schools? What..."

March 3, 2023 Column by The Luv Doc

The Luv Doc: Questioning AI

Terrible taste is pretty much hardwired into the American aesthetic

"...When I tell Alexa that I don't like Red Hot Chili Peppers, why does she play "relaxing piano..."

Feb. 24, 2023 Column by The Luv Doc

This Thanksgiving, Consider Native American-Inspired Dishes

Cooking with Indigenous ingredients

"...really even the truth at all. Yes, there were shared meals, but nobody sang friendship songs. The carvable centerpiece..."

Nov. 18, 2022 Food Feature by Jessi Cape

Unstoppable, Paramore Decade-Hops into New Chapter at ACL Fest

With a PinkPantheress cameo and Flea birthday tribute

"...drummer Zac Farro strode across the grandstand fresh-faced and bright-haired, with Williams sporting her classic fiery orange locks. The..."

Oct. 17, 2022 Music Post by Kriss Conklin

ACL Music Festival 2022: Sunday, Second Weekend

"...Red Hot Chili Peppers..."

Oct. 17, 2022 Photo Gallery

The Most Memorable Moments of Sunday’s ACL Fest

Spoon, Buffalo Nichols, and Paramore’s devotional nostalgia

"...in a flashing rainbow cutout – pushed by dancers-turned-stagehands. Undeterred by the modest early-afternoon audience, the extravagant vocalist pulled..."

Oct. 10, 2022 Music Post by Christina Garcia

Eat Your Heart Out: A Three-Day Meal Plan for ACL Eats 2022

Paramore, Lil Nas X, and SZA aren't the only acts to watch for

"...the weather patterns of the Lone Star State remain unpredictable (and annoyingly hot), anyone in the 512 can count..."

Oct. 6, 2022 Music Post by Kriss Conklin

Red Hot Chili Peppers: Californian Genius or Affront to ACL-goers?

Writers go pro/con on RHCP's third ACL Fest in a decade

"...After headlining ACL Fest in 2012 and 2017, the Red Hot Chili Peppers' five-year option nets a Sunday slot..."

Oct. 7, 2022 Music Feature by Raoul Hernandez

Some of the Best Food Trucks Austin Has to Offer

Two dozen of the finest moveable feasts in town

"...the menu caters to late-night cravings, and they’ve absolutely mastered the art of meatless cheeseburgers with their famous Bac’n..."

June 11, 2022 Food Post

Once “Outsiders,” the Music World Is Now at BLK ODYSSY’s Fingertips

Collabs with heroes & new Earthchild Ent. label signal ascent

"...The expanded version of August’s BLK VINTAGE, which inspired this moving Chronicle feature and crested my Top 100..."

June 8, 2022 Music Post by Kevin Curtin

The Chicks, Kacey Musgraves, Lil Nas X, and P!nk Top ACL Fest Lineup

Red Hot Chili Peppers, SZA, Carly Rae Jepsen & Paramore also booked

"...morning, the whopping ACL Fest 2022 lineup leads with Red Hot Chili Peppers, P!nk, the Chicks, Kacey Musgraves, SZA,..."

May 10, 2022 Music Post by Rachel Rascoe

Proposed Development Would Revive Austin Opera House but Faces Neighbor Opposition

200 Academy Drive: Big hit or last call?

"...poised for a renaissance as part of a mixed-use redevelopment on what's become very valuable land in the urban..."

Jan. 21, 2022 News Feature by Kevin Curtin

31st Annual Austin Chronicle Hot Sauce Festival Contest Winners

"...Restaurant Category Red Sauce 1st Place: Sazón – Salsa Colorada de Mesa..."

Sept. 17, 2021 Food Feature

The Austin Chronicle Hot Sauce Festival Winners 2021

The judges and fest attendees have tasted and spoken

"...After a virtual year in 2020 the Austin Chronicle Hot Sauce Festival returned to an in-person event. The Far..."

Sept. 12, 2021 Food Post by James Renovitch

Ley Line & Nané Reopen Paramount Theatre with Spiritual Lift

Live music’s return to the downtown beacon felt familial

"...films they completed during the past year. The shorts offered something of an origin story for both Austin acts,..."

May 24, 2021 Music Post by Doug Freeman

The Luv Doc: That’s What We Do

Earth has pretty much always been a shitshow

"...Whenever somebody asks me to predict the future I usually look them square in the..."

Jan. 1, 2021 Column by The Luv Doc

The Luv Doc: He Says He Likes Music

It's OK to not like music

"...regular basis. Some people even actively hate music – Red Hot Chili Peppers fans, for instance. And yet, somehow,..."

Oct. 9, 2020 Column

The Bon Appétit Test Kitchen Crew Has Answers

Nine pro chefs and YouTube personalities tackle our burning food Qs

"...Matty Matheson noodling for catfish. Only one channel has reverse-engineered gourmet meals from taste alone. Only one has given..."

March 20, 2020 Food Feature by Jessi Cape

The Luv Doc: Your Superpower

Go out into the world and seek those things that bring you joy

"...one of those guys is going to be a Red Hot Chili Peppers fan. What I am saying is..."

Feb. 28, 2020 Column by The Luv Doc

29th Annual Austin Chronicle Hot Sauce Festival Contest Winners

"...Individual Category Red Sauce 1st Place: Dan Montville 2nd Place: Anders Dowd..."

Aug. 30, 2019 Food Feature

Hot Sauce Festival Winners 2019

The judges and people have spoken (and scorched their palates)

"...gods of spice at the 29th Annual Austin Chronicle Hot Sauce Festival. Live music was enjoyed, beers were consumed,..."

Aug. 25, 2019 Food Post by James Renovitch

16 of Austin's Best Downtown Restaurants

Excellent eateries to explore on foot

"...it to family-style dishes that feature grilled, smoked, and charred meat and peppers in combinations that will make you..."

July 22, 2019 Food Post

A Beginners Guide to Japanese Food in Austin

Where to find traditional dishes beyond sushi and ramen

"...whole world of food: noodles – served cold or hot, with or without broth; meats – grilled, fried, or..."

June 14, 2019 Food Feature by Jessika Roth

Himalaya Kosheli and Fat Dragon Spice Up Spicewood Springs

Nepalese fare and Asian fusion revitalize North Austin shopping center

"...When the whisper network starts buzzing about a new hot spot in town, the fare inevitably falls under Italian,..."

Feb. 15, 2019 Food Feature by Jessi Cape

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