Handicapping the Holidays

We narrow the field for the gamer on your gift list

"...challenge? Nathan Drake, that lovable, treasure-hunting rapscallion, returns for another installment of the Uncharted series, here looking to get..."

Dec. 9, 2011 Screens Feature by James Renovitch

Freddie King and the Faces/Small Faces Burst into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame

Freddie King & the Faces/Small Faces make the Hall of Fame

"...Either the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame got two..."

Dec. 7, 2011 Music Post by Raoul Hernandez

Introducing the Interfaith Mini Challenge

"...Calling all faith-based organizations: The Chronicle has partnered with Austin Area Interreligious Ministries and..."

July 18, 2007 Columns Post

Re: Gift

When a PS3 just isn't in the cards

"...You're an undercover agent, deep classified shit. The terrorist organization you're working for wants you to execute..."

Dec. 1, 2006 Screens Feature by Jeremy Martin

Re: Gift

When a PS3 just isn't in the cards

"...Sixteen hours, 13 minutes, and 27 seconds later, and there's no sign this is going to end soon. The..."

Dec. 1, 2006 Screens Feature by James Renovitch

Re: Gift

When a PS3 just isn't in the cards

"...The rising destructive capability of evil men threatens global stability...."

Dec. 1, 2006 Screens Feature by Tim Warden

Remember the Poison Ivy Goats? You Can Adopt One Now

Sponsoring a goat’s return to the trails costs $20/month

"...If you’ve visited the Hike-and-Bike Trail in the last month, you’ve probably seen..."

Aug. 7, 2023 News Post by Amelia Nonemacher

Eight Austin Chefs Are Competing In the American Lamb Jam

Will any of our culinary warriors rise triumphant from the fray?

"...Finally – good riddance, pandemic! – the fine folks of the American Lamb Board bring back..."

May 3, 2023 Food Post by Wayne Alan Brenner

The Luv Doc: Little Lawyers

You deserve a lifetime of hushed reverence

"...Reading your column about the guy who was upset about his girlfriend's sexy Halloween..."

Nov. 18, 2022 Column by The Luv Doc

The Luv Doc: THANK YOU, HEARTBREAK!

Also, a tip of the hat to humiliation as well

"...with me. This is someone who I imagined spending the rest of my life with, starting a family with,..."

Oct. 28, 2022 Column by The Luv Doc

Shock the Vote Invites You to a Shocking Halloween Party

Drive-in double-bill of Halloween treats

"...lock down your Halloween night? New community group Shock the Vote has summoned the spirits of the season to..."

Oct. 30, 2020 Screens Post by Richard Whittaker

Rodeo Austin Day 5: Fitz & the Tantrums

Kiddiepalooza continues as SXSW rages

"...Fighters show cleared out of Stubb’s at SXSW 2011, the cleanup crew and a few stragglers remained behind, zero..."

March 16, 2017 Music Post by Raoul Hernandez

The Cult of Truland

Pop culture sparkles over the edges of Kevin Brass' mystery set among the SoCal celeb set

"...The Cult of Trulandby Kevin Brass Glowing Sand Media, 350..."

June 12, 2015 Arts Feature by Michael King

The Daily Cookie

365 cookie recipes make every day a holiday

"...to start thinking of cookie recipes, but what about the other 364 days of the year? Austin baking blogger..."

Jan. 2, 2013 Food Post by Amy Kritzer

The Kosher Baker

Dairy-free baking so delicious no one will miss the butter

"...Those who keep a kosher kitchen know the challenge of creating parve (dairy-free) desserts to eat with..."

Nov. 13, 2012 Food Post by Amy Kritzer

Geek Gift-Giving

SXSW Interactive announces The Oatmeal's Matthew Inman as first keynote speaker

"...Matthew Inman's brand of funny is serious business. On The..."

Sept. 7, 2012 Screens Feature by Kimberley Jones

Elvis Presley

When the album becomes Immersion

"...Elvis PresleyYoung Man With the Big Beat (RCA/Legacy)..."

Dec. 9, 2011 Music Feature by Jim Caligiuri

Boutique of the Week: A Town Austin Lifestyle Store

Bringing some fresh attitude to Burnet Road

"...clothing, and no matter where one looks right now, whether in magazines or retail displays, we're faced with scratchy..."

Aug. 8, 2011 Design Post by Anne Harris

A Piece of the Action

Previewing the Game On! Texas symposium

"...Game On! Texas, has a name startlingly similar to the Chronicle's gaming gathering last year called Game On Austin...."

April 2, 2010 Screens Feature by James Renovitch

Re: Gift

When a PS3 just isn't in the cards

"...game realistic was his personal experience playing paintball. So the question is, did the experience pay off?..."

Dec. 1, 2006 Screens Feature by Carson Barker

Re: Gift

When a PS3 just isn't in the cards

"...The Nintendo DS rendition of Flushed Away is, along with..."

Dec. 1, 2006 Screens Feature by Paul Warner

The Common Law

Free stuff - is it really free?

"...from a company that appears to want your business. The item is not super expensive, but you know it's..."

Nov. 25, 2005 Column by Melissa Devine

For the Love of Chocolate

The taste, the look, the feel of an obsession

"...Chocolate is arguably the New World's greatest culinary gift to mankind. Today, this..."

Feb. 11, 2005 Food Feature by Virginia B. Wood

JuiceLand Expands, Wax Myrtle’s Prepares to Close, the Museum of Ice Cream Goes Pink, Oseyo Debuts a Fantastic Brunch, Garbo’s Welcomes Santa Claus, and More

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

"...– as wrangled from numerous PR releases, words on the digital street, and even the occasional (verified) IRL eavesdroppings...."

Dec. 13, 2023 Food Post by Wayne Alan Brenner

Alamo Drafthouse Becomes Silver Sponsor for the Trevor Project

Fundraising push continues throughout August

"...under threat, it's really time for companies that claim they are allies to put their money where their mouth..."

Aug. 11, 2023 Screens Post by Richard Whittaker

The Luv Doc: Bullies With Benefits

Wherein the Luv Doc puts lipstick on a pig

"...a bad motorcycle wreck while drunk and, due to the severity of his injuries and the length of his..."

April 7, 2023 Column by The Luv Doc

The Luv Doc: Grumpy Boyfriend

Why are the Island Boys shampooing my dolphin?

"...time after a minute or so he came to the door in just his underwear and a T-shirt. He..."

Jan. 27, 2023 Column by The Luv Doc

Kerlaches Come From Kerlin, the Blanton Hosts a Bake-Off, Tito’s (and DQ) Gets Anniversarizing, and the Hotel Lounge Scene Shines All Vibrant and Bold. Also? Easter!

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

"...scene, as wrangled from numerous PR releases, words on the digital street, and even the occasional (verified) IRL eavesdroppings...."

April 13, 2022 Food Post by Wayne Alan Brenner

With the Music Lineup Rolling Out, South by Southwest 2022 Finally Feels Real

Maxo Kream, Monaleo, W.I.T.C.H., and Vitreous Humor highlight drop

"...hard on viral hit “Beating Down Yo Block” – the forthcoming festival, 31 months removed from its last physical..."

Oct. 20, 2021 Music Post by Kevin Curtin

The Luv Doc: The Cannon Fodder of Capitalism

No one wants to be the Michael Jordan of the cash register

"...good-natured person. Most of my interactions with people during the day are pleasant, positive encounters. Why is it then..."

July 2, 2021 Column by The Luv Doc

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