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!
December 11, 2023
I AM SO EXCITED that Murray’s Tavern is now open!!!! 🍸 The masterminds behind so many beloved local spots (Via 313 Juniper Nickel City) have officially opened their newest concept, Murray’s Tavern. Think NY meets Ausitn in the best way. The classic style New York tavern is thoughtfully designed with lots of seating and cozy […]
September 22, 2023
SUMMER IS ALMOST OVER which means we can finally enjoy hangs on the best rooftops in town! Seriously why is Texas so backwards?! Anyway here are my fave rooftop bars that aren’t too much of a scene but you can still have a conversation and hear yourself think and have yummy bevs too 😇 1. […]
January 23, 2023
Now this is a healthy and delicious food truck you have to add to your list!! ZIKI is a new school food truck serving up incredible food with a Greek + Mexican twist! they pride themselves on never using seed oils (like vegetable or canola) and source local ingredients like pasture raised eggs and veggies. […]
Paneer bhurji is Indian comfort food at its finest. I finally got my mom to share her recipe and y’all it is AMAZING. I haven’t seen this dish at any restaurants in Austin (to be fair I haven’t been to every single Indian restaurant) and I believe everyone needs to try this dish at least […]
August 2, 2016
A few weekends ago, my sweet Joel took me out to Jacoby’s for a lovely date night. We chose this place after a friend convinced us it was worth going to (she was REALLY enthusiastic). And I totally see why. Even though she hyped it up, I wasn’t sure it was going to live up to […]
July 13, 2016
A few weeks ago, Joel and I drove to Nashville for a friends wedding. Actually, Joel drove the whole way there and back because he is a saint. I sat in the passenger seat and napped/DJed/ate snacks. But before we could get to Nashville, we stopped in Memphis. The drive was long and the wedding […]