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Celebrate the Apollo 11 Moon Landing With These Texas Road Trips
Houston and other Texas sites celebrate the golden anniversary of the first lunar landing
"...Texas has more cause to than most places. Native son..."

May 17, 2019 Arts Feature by Robert Faires

Texas Independence Day: Crawl the Capital on March 2
Have a spirited Texas Independence Day with fellow Texans
"...big party featuring five other bars and some of Texas' best liquors, including Dripping Springs Texas Vodka, Paula's Texas..."

Feb. 26, 2010 Food Feature by Wes Marshall

Free Ice Cream, Free Beer, More Kerlaches, More Tequila, Bastille Day Dining, and Other Such Delights
All the news that’s fit to get your taste buds quivering
"...outpost of Kerlin BBQ, selling kolaches made with oak-smoked Texas barbecue – the sort of thicc, bready morsels that..."

July 12, 2023 Food Post by Wayne Alan Brenner

'Saveur' Texas Hill Country Wine & Food Festival Event Schedule
If you've got the money, you've got a great time in store.
"...the festival. Call 542-WINE for more information, or visit www.texaswineandfood.org...."

April 4, 2003 Food Feature

Patsy's Cowgirl Cafe
When I heard that the founders of Esther's Follies were opening a restaurant/music venue, two questions immediately came to mind
"...Patsy's Cowgirl Cafe5001 E. Ben White, 444-2020 www.patsyscowgirlcafe.com Lunch: Monday-Friday, 11am-3pm Dinner:..."

Aug. 17, 2007 Food Review by Virginia B. Wood

The Mother of All Texas Honky-Tonks
A look back at the Mother of All Texas Honky-Tonks
"...ex-con rodeo rider Wes Hightower says, repeating a hoary tequila legend. "They call it "livin' la vida luna' --..."

Oct. 15, 1999 Music Feature by Christopher Gray

Texas Records
"...a dreaded disguise to prey on others; and "Victory Cafe" where miscommunication reigns between a band on the make..."

Nov. 24, 1995 Music Review

Food-o-File
Northwest Restaurant Boom
"...The new Davenport Village Shopping Center (Hwy360 & Westlake Dr.) boasts the swanky new Pacifica (327-3332), featuring..."

July 30, 1999 Food Column by Virginia B. Wood

Hot Shots
Nearly 300 stalwart salsa chefs braved the heat and the potential ridicule of the preliminary judges to compete in the 10th Annual Austin Chronicle Hot Sauce Festival. Here's the list of those who came out on top.
"...couple of new, young winners with the 16-month old Tequila Texas Cafe & Cantina and the brand-spanking-new Antonio's Tex-Mex..."

Sept. 1, 2000 Food Feature by Virginia B. Wood

Second Helpings: More Tex-Mex
More Tex-Mex in this week's Second Helpings.

Oct. 13, 2000 Food Column

Food-O-File
Another Restaurant Row
"...from the city all the way to the lake. Tequila Texas Cafe & Cantinais set to open in March..."

Feb. 19, 1999 Food Column by Virginia B. Wood

The 'Austin Chronicle' Hot Sauce Festival Winners
Past winners
"...1) Jack Jones; 2) Vera Rubio; 3) Fred Burgess & Paul Martin..."

Aug. 24, 2007 Food Feature

The 'Austin Chronicle' Hot Sauce Festival Winners
"...1) Jack Jones; 2) Vera Rubio; 3) Fred Burgess & Paul Martin..."

Aug. 25, 2006 Food Feature

Margaritas vs. Mojitos
It's Mexico vs. Cuba, tequila vs. rum, mix vs. muddle, in this battle for lime-infused-libation-sensation supremacy in the Lone Star State
"...The unofficial libation of Texas is debatable: For decades, one could confidently claim that..."

Aug. 18, 2006 Food Feature by Barbara Chisholm

Food-o-File
Food Editor Virginia B. Wood has news from Central Market Cooking Schools and restaurants reinventing themselves in this week's "Food-o-File."
"...taking some time out to reinvent themselves with new décor, concepts, menus, and price ranges. Look for Girasole (219..."

June 14, 2002 Food Column by Virginia B. Wood

10 Austin Restaurants Dishing Out Delicious Margaritas
Where to find salty rims and serious vibes
"...citrus, a dash of sugar, and a bite of tequila all come together to form the perfect cocktail: the..."

Aug. 24, 2024 Food Post by Neha Kondaveeti

The 'Austin Chronicle' Hot Sauce Festival Winners: 1991-2004
"...1) Jack Jones; 2) Vera Rubio; 3) Fred Burgess & Paul Martin..."

Aug. 26, 2005 Food Feature

Dai Due Taqueria and El Alma Win Tortilla Awards
Austin was the final stop on a three-city tour
"...Texas knows tacos, and Austin has a very intimate relationship..."

Sept. 12, 2018 Food Post by Alisha McDarris

Food-o-File
If you're like me, Cuisines editor Virginia B. Wood writes in this week's Food-o-File, and wondered why April came and went without the usual anti-hunger fundraising dinner, here's the scoop on what's happening.
"...donation. On Tuesday, June 19, from 6-9pm, Malaga Wine & Tapas Bar (208 W. 4th) will host Lucinda Hutson's..."

June 15, 2001 Food Column by Virginia B. Wood

In Good Taste
The Texas Hill Country Wine & Food Festival and the value of terroir
"...Jeri Moore's vibrant poster art for the 2007 Texas Hill Country Wine & Food Festival (at right) evokes..."

March 30, 2007 Food Feature by Virginia B. Wood

Gypsy Rose
The 'Rockabilly Filly' bucks back into Austin
"...Rosie Flores sits facing the audience at Patsy's Cowgirl Cafe in South Austin, plump, red roses adorning her jet-black..."

Aug. 10, 2007 Music Feature by Audra Schroeder

People's Choice Awards
"...First Place: Texas Lava -- Simply Delicious Salsa (Austin)*..."

Sept. 1, 2000 Food Feature

Flaming Lips & Tongues on Fire
The 11th Annual 'Austin Chronicle' Hot Sauce Festival Sunday at Waterloo Park
"...Contest & Festival Facts The Capital Area Food Bank and The..."

Aug. 24, 2001 Food Feature

Wine & Swine Delivers a Squealing Good Time
Sunday afternoon on the farm with plenty of pigs
"...The Austin Food & Wine Alliance held their second annual Wine & Swine..."

Nov. 7, 2012 Food Post by Virginia B. Wood

What’s Your Margarita Personality Type?
Twelve local options for getting your margarita party on
"...d. My record collection Mostly As: Bad Boujee & Boozie at El Alma Cafe y Cantina..."

Feb. 22, 2019 Food Post by Emily Beyda

Austin Restaurant Take-Out and Other Food Delivery Options During Coronavirus Quarantine
Support local business while maintaining your social distance
"...34th Street Cafe Offering takeout, curbside, and delivery...."

March 16, 2020 Food Post by Jessi Cape

Food-o-File
A roundup of this weeks food news
"...that her deal to take over the empty La Boîte spaces isn't going to work out, but the talented..."

Dec. 21, 2012 Food Column by Virginia B. Wood

La Vista at the Hyatt
"...vista they mean. Rather, the self-proclaimed "Fajita Capital of Texas" sits squarely between the Congress Avenue and First Street..."

Aug. 8, 1997 Food Feature

Slouching Toward Happy Hour
East Sixth & Thereabouts
"...is the perfect foil to its extensive selection of tequilas and specialty margaritas -- the endorphins produced by the..."

March 19, 1999 Food Feature

18 of the Best Margarita Flavors in Austin
Get a kick out of National Margarita Day
"...Blackberry Mint Maudie’s margarita with blackberry & mint is sure to make anyone smile. Have two...."

Feb. 22, 2018 Food Post by Acacia Coronado

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