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Bon App'tit names Austin coffee shop one of country's best new breakfast spots
7+ mon, 3+ week ago (239+ words) The national press has caught wind of one of the most exciting and unexpected little gems in the Austin hospitality scene. Bon'App'tit named Mercado Sin Nombre one of the best new breakfast spots in America, with the alleyway coffee shop…...
Austin just topped the list of best U. S. coffee cities
1+ day, 20+ hour ago (283+ words) A latte and cappuccino at Figure 8 Coffee Purveyors in Austin Friday, Feb. 27, 2026. Austin's coffee scene has officially moved from local obsession to national benchmark. In its latest round of global travel awards, Food & Wine named Austin the No. 1 Best U. S. Coffee…...
Popular po-boys: Vic and Al's Austin Cajun restaurant expands dining room on Manor Road
11+ mon, 3+ week ago (222+ words) Cajun food lovers, we have good news. Vic and Al's (2406 Manor Rd D), the Louisiana-inspired eatery on Manor Road, has officially expanded its dining room. This is particularly good news for anyone. .. Cajun food lovers, we have good news. Vic and…...
Why Paprika is one of Austin's best taco spots right now
1+ week, 5+ day ago (1209+ words) A vibrant energy ricochets around Paprika. It streams through the window pass, where you can see owner Margarito "Mago" Perez dressing suadero and carnitas tacos shuttled to him from his small team working almost shoulder to shoulder behind him." That…...
Before Austin's boom, these coffee shops set the tone
1+ week, 5+ day ago (1030+ words) Jim Duncan, a retired city planner, has written more than 600 short histories of Austin businesses. We introduced him and this series, "Jim Duncan's Austin," on July 6. This week, we adapt four of his histories of old coffee shops. " Michael Barnes…...
Save $130 on this Breville espresso machine now during Amazon's big sale
2+ week, 4+ day ago (226+ words) In the market for a new espresso machine? Check out these deals from Breville, De'Longhi, and more If you've been thinking about making better espresso at home, this is a good time to do it. Amazon's Big Spring Sale has…...
We tried fried alligator at Rodeo Austin and. .. liked it?
2+ week, 6+ day ago (580+ words) There's a particular kind of hunger that only shows up under the harsh glow of the Texas sun. A reckless, heat-drunk curiosity that convinces you to eat things you'd never consider." At Rodeo Austin, which closes on Saturday, that instinct…...
From Thailand to Trinidad, on Austin plates
1+ mon, 1+ week ago (1441+ words) Think of all of the flavors you'd be missing " the spices, the textures, the techniques, the people " if Austin had remained a fairly one-dimensional food world, a place defined exclusively by the cuisines already rooted here. Immigrant chefs have imbued…...
Breville's Barista Pro Espresso Machine is down to $650 right now
1+ mon, 1+ week ago (475+ words) Now $200 off! This is your chance to bring home a pro espresso machine for 24% off." Once you've tasted real espresso, it's hard to drink anything else. Whether you love straight shots, lattes, or cappuccinos, the best way to get your…...
LA-based Urth Caff" plans East Austin bakery and cafe
1+ mon, 1+ week ago (208+ words) People wait in line to get in to the'Urth Caffe on Colorado Blvd. on'Sunday, Nov. 22, 2020 in Pasadena, CA.' A Los Angeles caf" chain known for its organic coffee and polished bakery cases is headed to Austin's east side, taking over…...