The Oasis has begun construction on two new restaurants set to open next Spring. Click here for more info! - A boutique hotel is in the works to open at 5th and Congress in 2012. Click here for the full story. - Paggi House has plans to renovate and enhance their menu, closing portions of the restaurant one at a time, so Austinites can still enjoy their cuisine and ambiance during the upgrade. Click here for more. - StrEAT, a restaurant serving global cuisines in the form of street food opened June 2nd at 32nd and Red River - Arthouse at the Jones Center will triple space to more than 20,000 sq. feet. The grand reopening is scheduled for October 2010.

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One Fruit, Two Fruit, Red Fruit, Skew Fruit

Sep 13, 2009 | by TheRebecca | Read | No Comments

One of the best things about breakfast is that if executed well, it will reflect a bright morning, the time of day when this meal…

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No Fret-ta Bruschetta

Sep 7, 2009 | by TheRebecca | Read | 8 Comments

As my sister Allyson would say after her experience living abroad in Firenze, Italy, “it’s pronounced “brus-ket-ah”. Although I have every intention of paying homage…

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They're Baaackk: Oreo Truffles Take 3

Aug 2, 2009 | by TheRebecca | Read | 4 Comments

*Photos by Rebecca Oreo Truffles. They’re bite sized, they’re rich, they’re sweet, they’re the taste of cookies n’ creme made with ”Milk’s Favorite Cookie”. Best of…

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Power Post: Greek Salad with Marinated Chicken

Jul 29, 2009 | by TheRebecca | Read | 1 Comment

It’s summer time. Bring on refreshing salads for a cool summer meal. Greek Salad with Marinated Chicken is easy, delicious, healthy, fun, and after you…

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Freedom Feast!

Jul 5, 2009 | by TheRebecca | Read | 3 Comments

As soon as I heard that three special friends would be making the trek to Austin for 4th of July weekend, I was instantly inspired…

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Grilled 'dillas and Salsas Frescas

Jun 28, 2009 | by TheRebecca | Read | 2 Comments

I’m currently packing up my habitat from the past 2 years (only to move it to a new area of Austin in a few weeks),…

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Slice, Stir, Sip…Ahhh

Jun 22, 2009 | by TheRebecca | Read | 2 Comments

Simple Summer Sangria is bold, refreshing, and easy to make when entertaining a crowd! *Photos by Rebecca Three…

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Tri-These…3 Ingredient Summer Treats

Jun 15, 2009 | by TheRebecca | Read | 6 Comments

Last week, the Austin Breakfast Club had a breakfast picnic in the park.  Naturally, most attendees took care of the food. So, I decided to…

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Finagled Bagels

Jun 9, 2009 | by TheRebecca | Read | 6 Comments

When I first heard about Rockstar Bagels, the New York-style bagels that are a such a rare find in Austin,

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Making Maki…Make Your Own Sushi Night!

Jun 2, 2009 | by TheRebecca | Read | 4 Comments

There are many things I’ve learned to make in the kitchen over the years, but sushi (rolls) is not one of them. So…

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