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December 3, 2023

The Best Party Foods in Austin, Texas

This is how you throw a party! Get a few of your fave local food spots under one roof and everyone will be as happy as a clam 😇 Chilantro’s kpop chicken with magic sauce and spicy ranch 🍗🍗🍗 I’ve been a fan and customer of theirs for 5+ years and I am fully in […]

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December 2, 2023

Phenomenal French Food in Austin, Texas

Let me tell you about some truly incredible traditional French cooking in Austin, Texas 🇫🇷 I’vee had my eye on 1417 for awhile and i finally dined – and it didn’t disappoint. The space is absolutely stunning, cozy, sophisticated and welcoming. I can’t believe what they did with this former-Sway spot! The food was soooo […]

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April 22, 2016

Restaurant Review: Galaxy Cafe

Galaxy Cafe is definitely one of my favourite spots in Austin. With 4 locations – one in Clarksville, one in South Austin, one in Northwest Hills, and one in the Triangle – it’s 100% local (and delicious). Last weekend my boyfriend and I went for Sunday brunch and it was D I V I N E. I […]

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