You’re going to find my in-depth reviews about places I’ve traveled to, kitchen adventures (and maybe mishaps) , restaurants I’ve visited far and wide (looking at you, Dublin) and tons more behind the scenes of what happens at The Monique Story!
October 19, 2017
I have “fall-en” in love with Tiny Pies and all their different types of pies!!!!! Did you know they don’t just do sweet pies, but savory ones too?! I’m so excited to share their amazing creations with y’all! First up, their savory pies. They have several different kinds but my favourite was the potato and […]
October 17, 2017
The Texas Beef Council hosted a group of us and taught us everything we need to know about the perfect tailgate experience. From multiple ways to grill, to making the right appetizers, and everything in between! For appetizers, they created an incredible queso (and one you can easily replicate at home)! They added some incredible […]
October 11, 2017
I’ve been posting a lot about new fall menu’s and I have another amazing one I want to share! There are fewer things that help make the season feel like its really here than when a solid seasonal menu rolls around. Revelry Kitchen + Bar has both a fall cocktail menu and a fall food […]
I’m SO impressed by the new fall menu at Kerbey Lane Cafe. They’re amping up the culinary creativeness plus using v high quality ingredients to make amazing dishes! Some of my favourite starters include the Chilli-Queso Fries made with akaushi beef chili, queso, a sunny-side up egg and french fries. YUUUUM. For a veggie option, […]
October 6, 2017
The new Stella Public House in Mueller is the dreamiest place on the block. The interior and architecture is so intentional, beautiful and makes it a delight to dine in. Let’s start off with some of my fave drinks on the menu. They have a great beer and wine menu as well as fantastic cocktails […]
October 4, 2017
The new menu for the fall season is out at Andiamo Ristorante and it is boasting with all the things we love about fall – amazing spices, ingredients and concoctions that can only come from the amazing folks at Andiamo. Their antipasti include a carpaccio di funghi with raw slices of Crimini mushrooms, baby arugula, […]
October 2, 2017
Veracruz All Natural has a new brick and mortar location off 183 and Burnet and it’s f-a-n-t-a-s-t-i-c! I tried some of their new, as well as tried and true, items on their menu. Chips and guac – always a necessity – and a huge watermelon agua fresca. Everything was so fresh! The cochinita pibil is […]
The property at Treaty Oak Distillery is absolutely beautiful – from the distillery building to the open bar and the brand new restaurant, this is a place you just gotta visit! We toured the space, including their new smoker where Lee, the Pitmaster, showed us their meats! Following that, we dined at their new restaurant, […]
September 19, 2017
I’ve been a long time fan and consumer of Becker Vineyard and their amazing wines. I’ve compiled a list of my favourite wines from their vineyard. Some you can find at HEB but some are reserves that you can only get from their vineyard or online. All of them are 100% AMAZING no matter the […]
September 18, 2017
This is the fourth hotel restaurant that has wowed me in Austin. Both Upstairs at Caroline and Caroline have incredible eats, views and environments. Let’s get right to it and start with the upstairs. The upstairs lounge is spacious with plenty of indoor and outdoor seating, tons of games, and beautiful views. The drinks are not […]
September 13, 2017
There’s a new spot in town that have the views AND the noms to make you swoon! Nestled right on the lake, Shack 512 is bringing real culinary cuisine to the lake scene. In my personal experience, lake food isn’t always the tastiest. Shack 512 has majorly changed that! You have to start the evening […]