The Luv Doc: Fake Dude

A cowboy hat is always appropriate attire

"...like some expensive cologne. When we went to the Salt Lick a few weekends ago he wore a cowboy..."

June 9, 2023 Column by The Luv Doc

Koko’s Suspension, El Naranjo’s Lamb Jam Win, Sushi Bar’s Guest Chefs, Uchibā and Yamas and Carve are On the Way, Bouldin Creek Dances a Foxtrot, and More

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

"...with local products like Bola Pizza, Chop Chop Ramen, Lick Honest Ice Creams, and more. Oh, this everchanging city,..."

June 7, 2023 Food Post by Wayne Alan Brenner

The Best Nontraditional BBQ Sides to Enjoy in Austin

Secret ingredients, inspired cultural mash-ups, and more

"...it shows off as a perfect pairing with Vietnamese-tinged barbecue fare. Order it with a toasted baguette as an..."

Dec. 16, 2022 Food Feature by Rod Machen

Winebelly Shutters, Via 313 Shudders, Rosen’s and Rosita’s Go Brick-and-Mortar, Huckleberry Has a Moving Experience …

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

"...for Central Market’s Citrus Fest), the cold-confection specialists at Lick Honest Ice Creams have just released a new lineup..."

Jan. 12, 2022 Food Post by Wayne Alan Brenner

Austin Restaurant Take-Out and Other Food Delivery Options During Coronavirus Quarantine

Support local business while maintaining your social distance

"...Franklin Barbecue Dining room temporarily closed; curbside delivery for to-go orders..."

March 16, 2020 Food Post by Jessi Cape

35 of the City's Best Food Vendors Are Ready to Take Your Order at ACL Music Festival

"...Micklethwait Craft Meats This East Austin food trailer does barbecue right, and their vinegar-based slaw adds the perfect complement...."

Oct. 4, 2019 Food Feature

14 Austin Food Events to Add to Your Social Calendar

Ice cream/biscuit combos, a local luau, and more to keep you satiated

"...Lick Honest Ice Creams and Bird Bird Biscuit are teaming..."

Sept. 6, 2019 Food Post by Emily Beyda

17 of the Best Ice Cream Shops in Austin

From East Austin to Downtown, here are our favorite cold, creamy treats

"...caramel and chocolate syrup, and a sprinkling of “dragon salt” – Maldon salt tossed in dragonfruit powder. An order..."

Aug. 10, 2019 Food Post by Jessika Roth

Some of the Best Texas Hill Country Swimming Holes, Restaurants, Breweries, and More

Take a dip, then fill your piehole

"...Spicewood's destinations in any order. Opie's is a traditional barbecue joint with the classic look, feel and flavor –..."

July 26, 2019 Food Feature by Jessika Roth

Perfectly Barked Barbecue and Unlimited Hush Puppies at the Switch

The restaurant just off Highway 290 also serves up phenomenal peach cobbler

"...I worked at Salt Lick BBQ when I was a student at Dripping..."

June 21, 2019 Food Feature by Melanie Haupt

Our Favorite Spots to Eat and Drink at Austin-Bergstrom International Airport

ABIA serves up live music, craft cocktails, and beloved local restaurant fare

"...Salt Lick Before Franklin, there was the Salt Lick, and..."

March 8, 2019 Food Feature by Jessika Roth

Day Trips: Top 10s

The biggest Texas travel happenings of 2018

"...9) Hisako Roberts, co-founder of Salt Lick Barbecue in Driftwood, passed away Jan. 18 at..."

Dec. 28, 2018 Column by Gerald E. McLeod

ACL Eats Vendor List 2018

"...Micklethwait Craft Meats This East Austin food trailer does barbecue right, and their vinegar-based slaw adds the perfect complement.www.craftmeatsaustin.com..."

Oct. 5, 2018 Food Feature

Austin's Barbecue Culture Is Well-Seasoned Thanks to These Pioneers

A brief history of old-school 'cue

"...In the past decade, Texas barbecue culture reached peak popularity, but long before selfies and..."

June 15, 2018 Food Feature by Veronica Meewes

Day Trips: Old Settler’s Music Festival, Tilmon

Annual music festival is rocking in a new location after three decades

"...Springs before spending the last 15 years at the Salt Lick Pavilion in Driftwood...."

March 9, 2018 Column by Gerald E. McLeod

ACL Eats Vendor List 2017

"...Micklethwait Craft Meats This East Austin food trailer does barbecue right, and their vinegar-based slaw adds the perfect complement...."

Oct. 6, 2017 Food Feature

War of the Folk Fests

Driftwood Music Fest and Old Settler’s face off

"...2018, the same days as Old Settler’s, at the Salt Lick Pavilion and Camp Ben McCulloch – where OSMF..."

Sept. 5, 2017 Music Post by Kevin Curtin

Playback: Touring Austin's Latin Record Stores

Discotecas outnumber Anglo record shops

"...Old Settler's Music Festival got the boot from Salt Lick Barbecue Pavilion in Driftwood, where the folk institution..."

Aug. 18, 2017 Music Column by Kevin Curtin

Dripping Springs Keeps Growing, But Can the Dining Scene Keep Up?

Austin real estate pushes restaurateurs beyond city limits

"...sticks and hamburgers. The nearest "real" restaurant was the Salt Lick, where many of us worked during the summer...."

June 9, 2017 Food Feature by Melanie Haupt

Food Gift Guide: Self Care Edition

Local treats to get you through the rest of 2016

"...The Salt Lick BBQ Barbecue is always a good idea. Barbecue..."

Dec. 22, 2016 Food Post by Sierra Diaz

The ABCs of ACL Eats

Snacking at the fest is elementary

"...Nachos from Salt Lick, you really better ought..."

Sept. 30, 2016 Food Feature by Brandon Watson

Review: General Tso'Boy

Basic doesn't mean boring at new fast casual concept

"...into pumpkin spice. But denying the immediacy of fat, salt, and sugar always seems like an act. The vast..."

Aug. 26, 2016 Food Feature by Brandon Watson

Live Fire!, Farm to Plate Debut Lineups

Daily Austin food news

"...bringing out major talent including Aaron Franklin of Franklin Barbecue, Rene Ortiz and Laura Sawicki of Fresa’s Al Carbon..."

March 2, 2016 Food Post by Brandon Watson

Austin Food + Wine Festival Tickets Go On Sale Today

More events, more celebrity chefs

"...Steve McHugh (San Antonio’s Cured), Wayne Mueller (Louie Mueller Barbecue), Susana Querejazu (Barley Swine, Odd Duck), Cody Sharp (Dallas’..."

Jan. 20, 2016 Food Post by Brandon Watson

Head for the Hills

Driftwood is Central Texas' hottest culinary destination

"...of Austin were dotted with ranches, a well-known family barbecue operation, and a lone vineyard. These days, the Driftwood..."

Dec. 18, 2015 Food Feature by Virginia B. Wood

Gift Guide 2015: Some for Gifting, Some for Eating

Delicious goods for everyone on your list

Dec. 11, 2015 Food Feature

Barbecue & Banditos

The Salt Lick teams up with the Alamo Drafthouse

"...For the first time, the Salt Lick and the Alamo Drafthouse join forces to present..."

Nov. 20, 2015 Screens Feature by Jessi Cape

Salt Lick and Jester King Team Up

Today's Austin food news

"...Kathy Lee and Hoda, and Beavis and Butt-head, the Salt Lick is no stranger to perfect pairings. The Driftwood..."

Oct. 28, 2015 Food Post by Brandon Watson

Eat, Drink, Run

Your ACL prix fixe

"...Texas' best. Sure, Texans make some awesome tacos and barbecue, but we have also created a rich regional cuisine..."

Oct. 2, 2015 Music Feature by Brandon Watson

Food-o-File: Weekend Lagniappe

A little extra Austin food news

"...garnered the top spot while our own beloved Franklin Barbecue is ranked third. Lockhart's legendary Kreuz Market is in..."

Sept. 5, 2015 Food Post by Virginia B. Wood

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