Adventures in Foodlympics

In general, I think video/photo posts featuring myself are a little self-indulgent, but I gotta say that I’m pretty proud of my stamina in my latest all-day eat-a-thon, so I’ll make an exception.

My old roommate, who graduated in December, came to visit Austin a couple weekends ago. She’s a major foodie, so on the top of her list of things to do in ATX was eating at local places, almost all of which have been written about  on this blog! I figure that have maybe 3-5 more years of uninhibited, gluttonous feasting before my metabolism  slows down and I’ll have to start eating healthy and exercising regularly. But until then…

Quick Fudge

So I know that studying stresses everyone out and I know that I always like something sweet so here is the recipe for some great fudge along with the video of how-to make it!

Sno Beach!

You know it’s summer when Sno-Beach, Austin’s favorite snow cone stand, opens up and huge lines gather to cool off with one of their Hawaiian inspired shaved-ice treats. Some friends and I visited the one at Guadelupe and 34th yesterday.

My friend Rach explains how it works…

Sno-Beach is an Austin icon, and opens up when temperatures hit the 70s. There’s also one on Barton Springs Road – perfect for a refreshing snack on the way back from a day at Barton Springs.

The video below really showcases my (lack of) technical skills…but if you don’t mind a lopsided look click to see what the sno-cones look like!

More photos after the break…

Plucker’s Wing Bar

Plucker’s Wing Bar, a delicious treat for anyone!!! Enjoy!

Austin Farmers’ Market

Chez Zee for Brunch…AND dinner.

Interior of Chez Zee

So Sunday rolls around when my mom is here one weekend and after a shopping spree and Big Lots for the essentials, we decide to try out a hip restaurant off of 2222 called Chez Zee!

It was hard to find a parking spot for the first 10 minutes, but once we found one we walked to the hostess desk to put our name down through a ivy vined tunnel laced with Christmas lights and dangling miniature disco balls. Very interesting first impression.

The hostess was rude to say the least. She was not happy to be working on a Sunday I suppose. The place reminded me of a collector’s haven from the 70′s. The piano player was playing 70′s music, there were mini disco balls hanging everywhere.

It took us about 20 minutes to get a table. Once we sat down we knew that mimosas were a must: two champagne glasses with fresh-squeezed Orange juice with a strawberry on the rim for garnish. It was wonderful, but a bit pricey for $5 a piece when there was only enough to barely quench your thirst.

Buca di Beppo

I love to go to this place either on a date or with a big group of people.  

 

Photo from: northmetro.blogspot.com

 

 

When you arrive, the wait staff will walk you through the kitchen on your way to the table. And if you are lucky enough and request it, you could sit in the kitchen!