Urban at the Westin
Despite a few kinks left to iron out, Urban is a worthwhile dining destination
"...($11), and a Texas spinach salad with warm bacon vinaigrette, crisp lardons, fresh Parmesan cheese, and a sunny-side-up egg..."
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Dec. 10, 2010 Food Review by Claudia Alarcón
Phara's
Fairyland atmosphere paired with fairly grand Mediterranean specialties
"...cheese, and an authentic, Greek oregano and lemon juice vinaigrette. The Greek olives are lovely, and the tabbouleh is..."
Nov. 19, 2010 Food Review by Kate Thornberry
Zandunga Mexican Bistro
Mi Madre's hermana is growing up
"...a winner, with fresh baby spinach with a light vinaigrette, grilled onion, cantaloupe chunks, shaved Oaxacan cheese, and lots..."
Oct. 22, 2010 Food Review by Claudia Alarcón
Book Fest Fare 2010
Find fine fair fare fast
"...sandwiches and pulled pork sandwiches. "We'll also have our vinaigrette coleslaw," says Amy Marsh, "so that if people want,..."
Oct. 15, 2010 Food Feature by Kate Thornberry
Bess Bistro on Pecan
Check out Bess for the welcome atmosphere, friendly and efficient service, and well-executed menu with something for everyone
"...potato crust and comes with greens tossed in balsamic vinaigrette; the croque monsieur ($13) is made on toasted pain..."
Sept. 24, 2010 Food Review by Claudia Alarcón
Cipollina
Chef Daniel Hunt's revamped menu offers surprising, transcendent flavors
"...Topped with a warmed egg yolk, surrounded with Dijon vinaigrette, and served with rustic toast points, it was magnificent...."
Sept. 17, 2010 Food Review by Kate Thornberry
Péché
What first opened as a new home for absinthe has been reimagined as a comfortable and elegant dining destination
"...croutons tossed with chunks of lump crabin an herb vinaigrette ($14), both seasonal and inspired...."
Sept. 10, 2010 Food Feature by Claudia Alarcón
Somnio's Cafe
Somnio's delicious local cuisine vacillates between homestyle and chef-inspired
"...and red onions, topped with cilantro, pecans, and chipotle vinaigrette, all on a bed of organic baby greens. It..."
July 30, 2010 Food Feature by Kate Thornberry
Dining del Lago 2010
What a difference some rain makes!
The water is blue, the hills are green, and several
new restaurants are cooking near area lakes.
"...greens and crunchy haricots verts dressed in a simple vinaigrette; topped with good-quality flaked tuna, anchovies, and briny Niçoise..."
July 2, 2010 Food Feature
Food-o-File
Fire at the Barr Mansion, Chronicle restaurant reviewers don't ask for free food, tomatoes growing locally, and more for you to sink your teeth into
"...serving them as a vegetable side dressed with lemon vinaigrette, adding them to sandwiches and salads, you name it...."
June 18, 2010 Food Column by Virginia B. Wood
Outstanding in Their Field
Like father, like son: Two very different restaurants reflect a lot of the same values
"...chunks of tangy blue cheese in an assertive Champagne vinaigrette. Our favorite desserts were the sophisticated chocolate bombe ($5.95),..."
May 14, 2010 Food Feature by Virginia B. Wood
Piedras Negras Taqueria #2
With accommodating hours, reasonable prices, and an interesting location, Piedras Negras Taqueria #2 is No. 1
"...oil drizzled into a blender; think emulsified spicy jalapeño vinaigrette...."
Feb. 19, 2010 Food Review by Mick Vann
East Side Show Room
East Side Show Room may become a victim of its own popularity
"...then drizzled with a light citrus (was it grapefruit?) vinaigrette and served over a bed of perky fresh greens...."
Jan. 29, 2010 Food Review by Rachel Feit
Justine's Brasserie
The kitchen serves food until 1:30am, attracting a late-night dining crowd that makes for splendid people-watching
"...atop a bed of lightly dressed frisée, the mustardy vinaigrette of which cleverly balances the opulence of the scallops...."
Nov. 13, 2009 Food Review by Rachel Feit
Buenos Aires Cafe
Don't forget to save room for dessert
"...and hearts of palm, dressed in a light balsamic vinaigrette. Although there are only six items on the dinner..."
Nov. 13, 2009 Food Review by Claudia Alarcón
Mama Roux New Orleans Style Cafe
Gumbo's Michael and Yoli Amr are back!
"...and tangy feta cheese tossed in a light basil vinaigrette, topped with a perfectly cooked salmon filet. The spice..."
Oct. 16, 2009 Food Review by Virginia B. Wood
Tarbouch Lebanese Grill and Hookah
With a little tightening of the ship, Tarbouch may yet avoid the rocks
"...olives, and a few sun-dried tomatoes, dressed with a vinaigrette that bears an uncanny resemblance to Newman's Own. I..."
Oct. 2, 2009 Food Review by Kate Thornberry
Rio's Brazilian at the Vintage Lounge
Those talented Brazilian boys from Rio's have found a home for their fabulous foods at the retro-chic Vintage Lounge
"...cannellini beans, celery, and roasted red peppers in Champagne vinaigrette. For heartier appetites, try the inoque de arroz ($15),..."
June 26, 2009 Food Review by Claudia Alarcón
J Black's
Despite the grownup Greeks, J Black's has some of the best bar food in town
"...crumbled blue cheese, and spiced walnuts tossed with Champagne-shallot vinaigrette. The vinaigrette picked up the chile spice from the..."
May 8, 2009 Food Review by Claudia Alarcón
Trading Post Wine Bar & Grill
Head to the Trading Post for high-end comfort food in an unfussy atmosphere
"...mix, olives, tomatoes, and pine nuts, dressed in a vinaigrette. A smaller version comes free with the entrées...."
May 1, 2009 Food Review by Wes Marshall
The Good Knight
If ever an Austinite sent up a prayer for a civilized place to get both a decent cocktail and a decent meal, the Good Knight is the answer to that prayer
"...cashews, and pickled mushrooms, dressed with a simple balsamic vinaigrette. I knew once I tasted it that everything I..."
April 24, 2009 Food Review by Kate Thornberry
Local Pork Gets Schooled
Austin restaurants and businesses are prepped to help you eat local and use everything but the oink
"...minutes out of the garden, topped with a shallot vinaigrette. The pièce de résistance was the pork belly, golden..."
April 10, 2009 Food Feature by Mick Vann
Cover 3
Cover 3 has good intentions but isn't playing by the rules
"...apples, and crumbled goat cheese topped with a raspberry-Dijon vinaigrette made the Cover 3 Salad surprisingly satisfying in its..."
Feb. 13, 2009 Food Review by Lee Nichols
Virginia B. Wood's Best Bites of 2008
Sweet and savory seasonal favorites
"...salad of hearts of romaine dressed in a mustard vinaigrette with house-cured lardoons and perfect sunny-side-up quail eggs. Delicious..."
Jan. 2, 2009 Food Feature by Virginia B. Wood
Olivia
Try the South Austin foie gras at this hip new spot
"...roasted cherries and toasted walnuts dressed in a Sherry vinaigrette, a superbly moist roasted half chicken ($19) paired with..."
Nov. 7, 2008 Food Review by Virginia B. Wood
A Satisfied Crowd Feasted on the Bounty of the Fall Harvest for a Good Cause
The Green Corn Project Benefit 2008 at Boggy Creek Farm was a rousing success.
"...Boggy Creek Farm baby arugula dressed in a light vinaigrette, topped with the tastiest piece of meat of the..."
Oct. 31, 2008 Food Post by Virginia B. Wood
What's Cooking at the Triangle
"...miso soup, a salad of baby greens with tart-fruity vinaigrette, and dessert – a wealth of flavors...."
Oct. 24, 2008 Food Feature by Mick Vann
The Mansion at Judges' Hill
The Mansion's intimacy and opulence are hard to top
"...sweet onion marmalade, bacon, and a rich, creamy jalapeño vinaigrette. The sea bass ($28) was pan-seared to crispy perfection..."
Sept. 19, 2008 Food Review by Wes Marshall
The Amsterdam Cafe
The Amsterdam is comfortable, informal, and friendly in the laid-back way that has always been Austin's hallmark
"...price from $3 to $7, and the house-made Dijon vinaigrette is outstanding. The ingredients of all the salads and..."
Aug. 8, 2008 Food Review by Kate Thornberry
Elizabeth Faulkner's Demolition Desserts: Recipes From Citizen Cake
Elizabeth Faulkner's new cookbook deconstructs the status quo in baked goods
"...pears and carrot brunoise, and drizzled with a sweet vinaigrette. All the basics are there, but this ain't your..."
