As the Events Team gets settled into the neighborhood, thought we would share our journey's
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Mayying Wong:
I’ve been here for a little over
a month and have barely scratched the surface of all things Austin.
But my favorite my favorite
Brunch surprise entrée has been the Kangaroo Benedict at Franks, classic
English muffin with slow roasted kangaroo topped with poached egg and mixed
greens. Franks is just a few blocks away in the Warehouse District.
It’s a Brunch special so not listed on the menu or always available but
definitely a must try when they do have it.
You’ve never been tailgating
like the University of Texas does Tailgating! 3 members of the events
team (Ashlee, May & Emily) ventured to the University of Texas Campus where we were welcomed with
open arms by a sea of excited UT Fans. Several of the Tailgating tents
are open to the public with a nominal donation to partake but there are other
venues nearby where you can enjoy the spirit of the game such as Scholz Garten
. Can’t wait for UT Football season 2015!!
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Rachel Bolka:
The possibilities of things to
do and places to eat in Austin, Texas are endless. Right when you think
you have found the best Tex-Mex, BBQ, or had the best meal of your life, the
experience repeats itself at a new spot. But to be honest, I have in fact
found the best taco joint. (And yes I know that is a bold
statement.) Your trip to Austin must include breakfast, lunch or dinner
at Fresa’s. This drive –thru and walk-up window restaurant offers a
fabulous array of tacos, salads, tortas and fried churros that will cause your
taste buds to explode with happiness. They grill all of their meats and
vegetables over a post oak wood burning grill. My favorite breakfast taco
is The Tomas, and for lunch or dinner, I suggest The Fresas and El
Presidente. (Rumor is the name came from our current President on his
last visit to Austin.) And don’t forget to accompany your meal with a
side of crispy Brussels sprouts and a salsa trio!
Your trip to Austin is also not
complete with a nights spent dancing at the Broken Spoke. 4 members of
our events team had themselves “a big Texas Time” while visiting the Spoke
during their 50th anniversary
celebration. Voted the “Best Honky-Tonk in Texas” you will find this
dance hall filled with couples two-stepping to some good ole fashion country
music. George Strait, Ernest Tubb and Willie Nelson have played over the
years at the Spoke and it is currently a favorite hangout of local Austin
country musicians. During your visit to the Spoke, you will likely see
owner James White dancing with his wife or enjoying a beer with his
customers. As James likes to say “We ain’t fancy, but we’re damn sure
country. Ya’ll come!”
Nicole Kovacs:
Not in downtown, but about 30 minutes
west is Jester King Brewery in Dripping Springs. Not only is there is a
fantastic venue with beer making onsite but also Stanley’s Farmhouse Pizza with
some of the best pizza in Austin. Stanley’s also gives the option of wines and
other local beers in case the Jester King brews are not quite your forte. There
is a huge barn with seating for probably 300 guests that is covered, plus a
huge outdoor area that is all the property where you can walk around and enjoy
the Texas Hill Country. This is great for an afternoon visit, lunch and they
also do private events and full buy-outs of the space. Jester King also works
with local restaurants for food-paring dinners to bring the local Texas flair
from Dripping into the city. Also, if you’re out in the area, you can
swing by the Deep Eddy Vodka Distillery for vodka flights and then drive into
Driftwood to visit Saltlick BBQ for world famous open-pit Texas Barbecue!
Stay
tuned for our next adventures!
