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Tiny Texas Café That Makes Cinnamon Rolls Worth Waking Up Early For
Some mornings are worth setting an alarm for. That is how I ended up at Upper Crust Bakery on Burnet Road, following repeated promises that the cinnamon rolls alone justified the early start. The second I walked in, the scent of butter and cinnamon filled the room. Behind the glass,...
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'Gluten-friendly' chicken chain to open first San Antonio restaurant
A Texas restaurant group is bringing a California-based chicken concept to San Antonio. Mac Haik Restaurant Group announced it has reached an agreement with Starbird to open locations in the Alamo City, as well as Houston and Austin. Founded in the San Francisco area in 2016, Starbird is a fast...
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Austin's 10 best sandwiches have locals looking forward to lunch
In many ways, Austin isn’t a sandwich town: It’s not packed with delis and people aren't accustomed to eating on the go. However, the casual tone of the food scene and chefs’ never-ending search for creative freedom means sandwiches can thrive — just hidden on larger menus.
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Orville Peck, the Lumineers to Play Free SXSW Concerts
Masked Americana outlaw Orville Peck and stomp-clap pioneers the Lumineers are making their way to Austin to perform during South by Southwest at free, limited-capacity concerts sponsored by California-based electric car company, and headlining sponsor, Rivian. Registration for both concerts is now open on a first-come, first-served basis. Auditorium Shores...
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Chef Ling Wu Plots Holly Wu Takeover On West Sixth
Chef Ling Qi Wu is growing her Austin footprint with a new, namesake concept called Holly Wu, lining up a downtown spot on West Sixth Street while a second Holly Wu location rises in Cedar Park. The project is rooted in the family’s cooking and is tied to Ling’s daughter, Holly, whose name will headline the restaurants. It is the latest move in a run of chef-driven projects that have helped nudge Austin deeper onto the national dining map.
Community Impact Austin
Great American Cookies and Marble Slab Creamery joint location coming to Georgetown
A new cobranded Marble Slab Creamery and Great American Cookies is planned for Bluebonnet Plaza in Georgetown. (Courtesy Fat Brands) Editor's note: This article is based on a Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation filing. Community Impact will update this story when more information is available. Great American Cookies and...
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SXSW 2026: Changes and what you should know
AUSTIN, Texas - The 2026 SXSW Conference & Festival will feel a bit different from in years past but will still be full of celebrities, music and activations. This will be the event's 40th year. The backstory:. SXSW says the changes were prompted by the closure of the Austin Convention...
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Dave’s Hot Chicken in Cedar Park looks ahead to summer opening
Dave's Hot Chicken has locations nationwide. (Courtesy Dave's Hot Chicken) Dave’s Hot Chicken is expected to open up shop at a new Cedar Park location in late June or July, according to a corporate representative. Dive deeper. Work on the new chicken restaurant was scheduled to begin in early...
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Thomas Rhett writes Austin into his 2026 Soundtrack to Life Tour
Country singer Thomas Rhett will hit the road for the first time in three years on his The Soundtrack to Life Tour, which will stop at Austin's Moody Center on Thursday, September 17. The 23-city tour will start in Nashville, Tennessee on July 9, taking place over the course of...
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The Old-School BBQ Spot That Texans Drive Hours To Visit
There’s a special kind of madness that overtakes people when they’re willing to drive three hours for lunch. But when that lunch involves the kind of barbecue that makes you question every meal decision you’ve ever made, suddenly that drive seems perfectly reasonable. Black’s Barbecue in Lockhart,...
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No badge, no problem: 20 free events across Austin for SXSW 2026
South by Southwest (SXSW) may be best known for music, but there’s a whole other side of the festival worth exploring. (We'll have another roundup just focusing on music coming soon.) All across Austin through March 18, you’ll find pop-ups, markets, panels, art installations, tech demos, drag brunches, and plenty of unexpected experiences, many of them completely free.
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SXSW 2026: Armadillo World Headquarters hosts official music showcase at iconic Austin venues
AUSTIN, Texas - Lots of fun and exciting things to check out for SXSW this year, including some music at three of Austin's most iconic venues. The Austin-based purpose-driven music brand Armadillo World Headquarters is hosting a three-night showcase bringing together a mix of Texas artists and beyond. What they're...
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Third Taco Bell location proposed for Leander
Construction on the new Taco Bell location is estimated to cost $800,000, according to state records. (Courtesy Taco Bell) Editor's note: This article is based on a Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation filing. Community Impact will update this story when more information is available. Food chain Taco Bell has...
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This Texas Smokehouse Just Landed In The Michelin Guide And We’re Not Surprised
When the Michelin Guide finally turned its attention to Texas, barbecue lovers everywhere nodded knowingly, because some things are too good to stay secret forever. la Barbecue in Austin earned its spot in the prestigious guide, and anyone who’s tasted their post oak-smoked meats could have told you this recognition was inevitable.