Movies, Theatre, Trivia, and More Recommended Events for the Week

Art and culture abound

"...The Best Little Whorehouse in Texas..."

April 18, 2025 Arts Feature by James Scott

Weekday Events to Make It a Craft Night, Movie Night, Trivia Night, and More

There's also some events during the day

"...evening, Get It Games hosts an ogre-whelming trivia night a-top Seventh and Congress bar Caroline. Bring yourself and up..."

April 11, 2025 Arts Feature by James Scott

Restaurant Review: Teddy’s in Rosedale

Texan-themed spot near UT seems designed for picky-parent visits

"...Decor-wise, Teddy’s leans into the “Texas” idea with its full weight, and while certain elements..."

April 4, 2025 Food Feature by Taylor Tobin

SXSW 2025 Heads to The Studio With Seth Rogen

New films from Ben Affleck, Nicole Kidman, Nic Cage added to fest

"...roof off the rehab industry. Some touch on hot topic issues like reproductive rights, as in Arrest the Midwife..."

Jan. 22, 2025 Screens Post by Richard Whittaker

The Strip Club: Swooning for Vietnamese Food at Chinatown Center

A feast of riches Austin’s OG Asian food hub

"...by MT Supermarket, the largest international grocery in Central Texas – is no exception. This is Austin’s OG Asian..."

Nov. 29, 2024 Food Feature by Taylor Holland

Art on Waller Creek, Drag on Congress, and More Recommended Events

Step outside and appreciate some art

"...As autumn weather at last comes to Texas, ’tis finally the season to sit down with a..."

Nov. 8, 2024 Arts Feature by James Scott

The Austin Food & Wine Festival Goes Heavy on the Wine (and Cocktails)

And other takeaways from the 2024 fest

"...skills in a few different activations. The Made In Texas VIP event on Friday night kicked off the fest..."

Nov. 6, 2024 Food Post by Taylor Tobin

Food & Wine Fest, Día de los Muertos, Celtic Fest, and More Recommended Events

Wake the dead, toss some cabers, and much more

"...Jackie Myers.   – Kat McNevins Graveyard Shift: The Texas Chain Saw Massacre..."

Nov. 1, 2024 Arts Feature by James Scott

Restaurant Review: Bird Dog Pit BBQ

Burnet Road barbecue joint serves staple menu items with heavy smoke flavor

"...wants to make a name for itself with Central Texas staples, then they better come correct...."

Nov. 1, 2024 Food Feature by Taylor Tobin

A Surreal Party, a Dead Parade, and More Recommended Events

Liven up your weekend with these undead events

"...the general populace in 1996 and has yet to stop influencing young women to be the weirdos since then...."

Oct. 25, 2024 Arts Feature by James Scott

Your Weekend Events Shopping Already Done for You!

Recommended arts and music events for your perusal

"...Muppet to ride a bike?”   – James Scott Texas Wienerfest..."

Sept. 20, 2024 Arts Feature by James Scott

Fantastic Fest Announces 2024 Lineup

Love of out-there cinema brings Terrifier 3, The Wild Robot

"...as they transition. The fest will also feature the Texas premiere of The Wild Robot, the new feature from..."

Aug. 15, 2024 Screens Post by Richard Whittaker

Headlines / Quote of the Week

"...Amanda Rockman has worked in Michelin-starred restaurants, starred in Top Chef: Just Desserts, and guided the pastry program for..."

Aug. 16, 2024 News Feature

Restaurant Review: Donkey Mo’s

Consistency issues plague this popular Korean fried chicken joint

"...than sitting in a pool of sauce poured on top of them before serving. Honestly, you could order the..."

Aug. 9, 2024 Food Feature by Melanie Haupt

Juneteenth Events in Austin

Commemorate the end of slavery in Texas with these happenings

"...Wednesday 19, Texas Capitol..."

June 14, 2024 Arts Feature by James Scott

Spiders, Slams, and Other Shows Worth Seeing This Week

Dare to go out on a school night!

"...smart parent or set of three children stacked on top of each other beneath a trenchcoat – can take..."

June 14, 2024 Arts Feature by James Scott

Mother’s Day Events and More in This Week’s Community Events

Lots to celebrate this week around Austin

"...something for everyone. Their selections include classic Sousa marches, Texas flavors from Frank Ticheli, and the jazzy sounds of..."

May 10, 2024 Arts Feature by James Scott

A Drag Tribute, Eclipse Events Galore, and More Local Happenings

Get your glasses and find your totality

"...road, feeling lonely and so cold, then why not stop into this craft and trivia celebration of all things..."

April 5, 2024 Arts Feature by James Scott

Egg Hunts, Trans Visibility, and More Community Events

Meet your fellow Austinites as these goings-on

"...Texas Hold ’Em Beyoncé Mini-Ball/Listening Party..."

March 29, 2024 Arts Feature by James Scott

Texas Food and Wine Alliance Announces All-Star Chefs Lineup for Live Fire!

And Rick Bayless at Nixta Taqueria even sooner

"...Ready to start drooling early, citizen? The Texas Food and Wine Alliance has revealed their roster of..."

Feb. 28, 2024 Food Post by Wayne Alan Brenner

Austin FC Season Kickoff, Black History Month, and More Community Events

Get out and about in Austin while the weather's good

"...altogether in 2023 after only eventual league champion LAFC stopped them from a MLS Cup berth in 2022 rounded..."

Feb. 23, 2024 Arts Feature by James Scott

Carnaval to Chili Cook-Off: This Week's Recommended Community Events

A kickoff for Black History Month, Mean Girls trivia, a farewell to boobies, and more

"...Gender Destruction celebrates their last breastful birthday with a top surgery benefit show, where you can donate to help..."

Feb. 2, 2024 Arts Feature by James Scott

The Thompson and the Loren: A Tale of Two Hotels

One long weekend, two impressive but different vibes

"...on the fourth floor, open to the sky; the topmost floors are residential...."

Jan. 27, 2024 Food Post by Wayne Alan Brenner

Eight Dining Destinations on the Lubbock Food Trail

The Hub City of the High Plains becomes a culinary destination

"...373 miles northwest of Austin, Lubbock is a good stopping point on the long drive to the ski slopes..."

Jan. 19, 2024 Travel Post by Gerald E. McLeod

How Acclaimed Sushi Chef Tyson Cole Achieved His Dreams in Austin and Beyond

The chef behind Uchi (and several more notable restaurants) gets Hai all the time

"...stairs that went up as well. And, at the top of the stairs, there was a giant, like, Japanese..."

Jan. 19, 2024 Food Feature by Wayne Alan Brenner

Swedish Hill Is Kind of Closing; Hong Kong Supermarket, C’est Finis; Dry January Is a Good Idea All Over; But, Oh Boy, We Still Wine an Awful Lot; and More

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

"...Lamar), the snazzy vibe of the Cambria Hotel’s Limestone Rooftop (68 East Ave.), the sushi-driven elegance of Otoko’s Watertrade..."

Jan. 10, 2024 Food Post by Wayne Alan Brenner

Cinema Heavy Hitter Joining Austin-Based EEG Theatre Chain

Cinemark exec, Top Chef star hint at big plans

"...time it expanded from a handful of locations in Texas, California, and Utah to a global presence, with 507..."

Jan. 6, 2024 Screens Post by Richard Whittaker

The Biggest News in Austin Food in 2023

Looking back at a year of snafus, slices, expansions, and transplants

"...customers, Uchi has already expanded with several concepts across Texas. Now, with the Dec. 7 opening of Uchi Los..."

Dec. 15, 2023 Food Feature by Rod Machen

NADC Burger Goes Brick-and-Mortar, Birdie’s Reprises Bistro Remy, Luminaire Gets Spanish with Wines, the Oyster Is (Part of) épicerie’s World, and More

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

"...produces the only commercially available 100% full-blooded Wagyu in Texas. Wanna give these burgers a test drive through your..."

Dec. 6, 2023 Food Post by Wayne Alan Brenner

Catch the Holiday Hullaballoo, Win Free Home Slice Pizza for a Year, Check Out the Newest Cambria Hotel, Know That Counter Culture Will Return, and More …

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

"...halls and preparing to celebrate in style. For instance, Top Chef alumni Amanda Rockman (New Waterloo) and Jo Chan..."

Nov. 29, 2023 Food Post by Wayne Alan Brenner

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