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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!

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December 20, 2018

Holiday Brunch at Fairmont

Brunch buffets are a wonderful, beautiful thing. Revue at Fairmont Hotel has exemplified this with their festive holiday brunch buffet offering every Saturday and Sunday (until December 30) including a HUGE buffet room, dessert table AND a made-to-order menu! There’s something that everyone (literally, everyone) can find and love. Plus, a portion of brunch sales […]

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December 15, 2018

Eastern European Cuisine at Brama

Get your fix of all things European at newly opened restaurant, Brama! The word “brama” means “gate” in several different languages. It’s a fitting name for this spot since there are so many unique Eastern European items on the menu.  We started out with a beet salad that was so delicious. Y’all know I love […]

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December 13, 2018

New Brunch Menu at Forthright

If you haven’t heard, Forthright had an unfortunate kitchen fire last month and their space has been closed. However, they’re hosting a fantastic brunch every Sunday at Trinity Hall at 311 E 5th Street! Plus their food truck is open and operational during the week at San Jacinto @ Brazos St. from 8am-2pm. In the mean […]

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I’ve been anticipating House of the Rising Tanuki-san (or Tanuki for short) arrival in Austin for MONTHS and I was soooo delighted to finally try them out last week! The name comes from Japanese folklore as a shapeshifting shinto god of mischief. It fits the restaurant perfectly because they’re a fusion of East Asian and […]

December 5, 2018

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November 30, 2018

Peri-Peri Dreams at Tio Pepe Chicken

I recently traveled to London and of course had to stop at the beloved Nando’s. I was bummed coming back to Austin knowing that we didn’t have anything like that here… and then Tio Pepe appeared and all my dreams came true!!!! I’d say the majority of people haven’t had Nando’s or even know what […]

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November 20, 2018

Feed a Crowd at Punch Bowl Social

Joel and I recently went to Punch Bowl Social to try out some of their most popular menu items, and since it was a Friday, we felt like going all out.  We started out with some delicious cocktails – the strawberry daquiri and a mule (Joel’s go-to) The daquiri was a little too sweet for […]

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November 13, 2018

Fancy Schmancy Brunch Experience with Austin Eats Food Tour

I was so ding dang impressed by the folks at Austin Eats Food Tour and I’m so excited to share my experience with all of you! I have to mention that I’ve lived in Austin for almost a decade and I hadn’t been to 3 of the 4 stops! This tour isn’t just for tourists […]

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We spent three beautiful days in Ireland – two of them in Dublin and one on the West coast. I had the extreme pleasure of being hosted by Cliff Townhouse that I’m now utterly obsessed with! This boutique hotel is on the Northern side of St. Stephen’s Green and it was one of the best […]

November 9, 2018

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November 5, 2018

Pizza & Pasta Dreams at Regal Ravioli and Lunar Pizza

Zach Adams, founder and owner of Regal Ravioli and Lunar Pizza, is creating honest and authentic eats off S 1st St and I had the privilege of trying loads of delicious menu items! Both trailers have simple but fantastic menus with options like crimini mushroom ravioli with pecan pesto sauce (at Regal) and a whopping […]

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November 2, 2018

Ultimate Guide to London

**UPDATE! I was in London for 2 weeks in August 2019 and have updated this post with more sights & eats!** My husband and I spent part of our honeymoon exploring London in October 2018, and I’m here to tell you the best parts of London to explore! My dad grew up in London and […]

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October 27, 2018

8 Track on East Manor

There’s a new neighborhood bar in town for all my East Manor friends and I’m in love with it! 8 Track is a passion project between a group of friends who wanted a to create a spot where you can get great food, drinks and play retro games. I had the opportunity to try a […]

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