Austin Critics Table Awards 2013

Arts writers raise their glasses to outstanding art in list of nominees

"...Noel Gaulin, Accidental Death of an Anarchist/The Bear/Vodka, Fucking, and Television..."

May 24, 2013 Arts Feature by Robert Faires

Les Ballets Trockadero de Monte Carlo

A peek beneath the tutu from Austin's Mike McKinley

"...pirouettes and double tours as well as knocking back vodka shots while Youskevitch told of his days with the..."

Feb. 3, 2012 Arts Feature by Jonelle Seitz

TenOak Bourbon House + Lounge

If you have a sweet tooth and a bourbon tooth, TenOak was made for you

"...a full complement of Texas libations, including Dripping Springs vodka, Paula's Texas Orange liqueur, Deep Eddy Sweet Tea vodka,..."

July 15, 2011 Food Review by Wes Marshall

Event Menu

Foodie events for April 8-13

"...• Drippings Springs Vodka distiller Gary Kelleher will give out samples of his..."

April 8, 2011 Food Column by Virginia B. Wood

Austin Unchained

Think globally, shop locally, and we'll all be better for it

"...and sell locally produced wines and spirits: Tito's Handmade Vodka, Treaty Oak Platinum Rum, Dripping Springs Texas Vodka, Paula's..."

Nov. 21, 2008 News Feature by Katherine Gregor

Event Menu

Local food events

"...• Vodka connoisseurs will want to sample the more than 70..."

Aug. 22, 2008 Food Column by Virginia B. Wood

The Mayor of Washington Boulevard

The first Beach Boys' solo album, Dennis Wilson's Pacific Ocean Blue, washes back ashore after more than three decades

"...running, and hurry back out with a half-gallon of vodka he's stolen from behind the counter, cackling like he..."

Aug. 1, 2008 Music Feature by Bill Bentley

Food-o-File

Lots of news on reataurants opening and closing

"...Willis' recent class at Central Market. I'm using Tito's vodka, of course...."

July 4, 2008 Food Column by Virginia B. Wood

Liquid Assets

Broker's Gin

"...spirits, which is also what forms the basis for vodka. So, in that way, gin is the first flavored..."

April 20, 2007 Food Column by Wes Marshall

Postmarks

Our readers talk back.

"...Brett SilerTito's Vodka FanDear Editor,..."

Oct. 20, 2006 Column

Hard Habit to Break

Moonlight Towers' DIY road rage: This is you, Austin

"...bunch. Their tongues loosen once the Jäger shots and vodka & sodas start pouring, sure, but during the day,..."

Sept. 8, 2006 Music Feature by Christopher Gray

Paggi House

The new Paggi House's model is 'Nothing you expect, everything you want.' Um ...

"...the specialty martinis, the pink X-Rated Mojito ($6) combines vodka, X-Rated fusion vodka (flavored with blood orange and tropical..."

Oct. 21, 2005 Food Review by Claudia Alarcón

Tru Artistry

With Jay Presson Allen's Tru, performer Jaston Williams takes a vacation from the little town of Tuna, Texas, with which he is so closely identified, to portray celebrated writer Truman Capote, and in the process reminds us what an actor of range and skill he is.

"...urge to pour himself a large, numbing tumbler of vodka, the lines in Williams' face seem to sharpen into..."

Sept. 22, 2000 Arts Feature by Robert Faires

A Double Shot of Wry

Author Neal Barrett, Jr.

"...numerous science fiction-ish titles, the 1992 publication of Pink Vodka Blues represented another major genre-shift for a writer who..."

Nov. 28, 1997 Books Feature by Mike Shea

Top 10 Breads

"...4. Chile Infusion Vodka Martini @ Coyote Cafe: A combination of chile habanero-steeped..."

Jan. 5, 1996 Food Feature

Restaurant Review: Ling Wu at the Grove

Another jewel in chef Ling Qi Wu’s crown, if a little less sparkling

"...Perfect Pear cocktail, a tartly sophisticated mixture of Skyy vodka, Mathilde Poire D’Anjou pear liqueur, St. Germain elderflower liqueur,..."

Nov. 15, 2024 Food Feature by Melanie Haupt

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

And other takeaways from the 2024 fest

"...Carabuena Tequila, Fierce Whiskers Whiskey, and (of course) Tito’s Vodka along with global and national brands like Ketel One..."

Nov. 6, 2024 Food Post by Taylor Tobin

Austin’s Halloween Cocktails Deserve to Be Taken Seriously

Local bartenders talk about crafting seasonal spirits

"...Matta says of the Count Chocula Sprotini made with vodka, coffee liqueur, cold brew, cacao, and chocolate bitters...."

Oct. 18, 2024 Food Feature by Taylor Tobin

Keep Yourself Cool at These Austin Bars With Pools

Dip your toe in one of these watering holes

"...Poolside Drink Pick: Strawberry Feels (strawberry vodka, strawberry syrup, simple syrup, and lime)..."

July 26, 2024 Food Feature by James Scott

Restaurant Review: Yellow Ranger

The new Chinese-American restaurant inside the Golden Horn should let its flavors roar

"...dive Violet Crown Social Club that consists of vanilla vodka, orange vodka, and orange juice, that tastes like a..."

July 26, 2024 Food Feature by Taylor Tobin

Austin’s Essential Frozen Cocktails

Because sometimes you gotta think beyond the margarita

"...because why wouldn't you? The classic combo of Skyy Vodka, Absolut Citron, vanilla syrup, and orange juice is always..."

July 21, 2023 Food Feature by Evan Rodriguez

Still Austin Whiskey Co-Founder Explores a Spirited History in New Book

Colonialism, distilleries, potations, and probity

"...mentions the huge success of Tito's, he also calls vodka "a kind of dull market" and mentions that while..."

June 30, 2023 Food Feature by A. Richmond

Flyrite Turns Seven, Fil N’ Viet Approaches Two, H-E-B Quests for the Best, the Van Zandt Brings In Ledesma, Those Garrisons Garner Multigold, and More, More, More

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

"...with chef Bob Burns on Saturday … Deep Eddy Vodka goes Deep In Drag (with free pizza!) on Sunday..."

March 8, 2023 Food Post by Wayne Alan Brenner

The Luv Doc: Google Ghost Tinder Date

Some people don't have a digital footprint

"...tractors, dipping snuff, or sitting on their tailgates drinking vodka slushies at the Sonic with their cousins on a..."

Feb. 17, 2023 Column by The Luv Doc

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

"...march to the foodie wonderland situated between Tito's Handmade Vodka Stage and the Barton Springs Beer Hall for your..."

Oct. 6, 2022 Music Post by Kriss Conklin

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

"...WUXTRY! Tito’s Handmade Vodka is celebrating 25 years since they turned the entire..."

April 13, 2022 Food Post by Wayne Alan Brenner

Compartment No. 6

Strangers on a train form a tense bond in this Finnish drama

"...mining job. He’s an obnoxious bore who drinks cheap vodka and eats sausages with his hands, terrorizing Laura in..."

March 18, 2022 Movie Review by Steve Davis

Coffee Clutch: Three Liqueurs, Canned Cocktails, and Origin-Roasted Beans

Because we know that the java is what you’re craving

"...The three Zuzi cocktails currently available are based on vodka spirits and Arabica coffee and include the Carajillo (lightly..."

Feb. 7, 2022 Food Post by Wayne Alan Brenner

10 Perfect Patio Cocktails in Austin

Sun, sip, repeat

"...Crystal City, Launderette (vodka, lemon, grapefruit, St. Germain, Peychaud's Bitters)..."

Dec. 17, 2021 Food Feature by Melanie Haupt

Virtual ACL Music Fest Keeps Flags Flying

Nostalgic livestream and rising Austin talent fundraise for the Austin Parks Foundation

"...With shiny production courtesy of Tito's Vodka, locals Paul Cauthen, Black Pumas, and Mobley performed among..."

Oct. 16, 2020 Music Column by Rachel Rascoe

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