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Opinions on samosas and spring rolls for party
Thank you. I ended up with samosas from SWAD and they received good reviews from the attendees. Skipped spring rolls.
Anj
Opinions on samosas and spring rolls for party
Thank you for the good input. I may go with SWAD due to location. Any opinion on the fresh veggie spring rolls between Tam Deli and Thanh Nhi (as they are also close by)?
Anj
Opinions on samosas and spring rolls for party
Hi,
I'm looking to serve veggie samosas and veggie spring rolls for about 15 folks. Any opinions on the best places to buy them? Swad and Curry in a Hurry are in the running for Samosas @ $1 if I buy 20. Not sure if each is equally tasty and substantial.
Thanh Nhi for veggie Spring Rolls? I'd like the 'fresh', non-fried variety.
Thank you,
Anj
Chile Rellenos in Austin
Hi,
Wondering if anyone's tried Takoba's, El Azteca's or Sazon's chile relleno? Sound like they might fit the bill. The annual search for a chile relleno the folks would like begins again ...
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Sazon
1816 S Lamar Blvd, Austin, TX 78704
Indian area w/ restos and grocery stores?
I prefer Taj Grocers over MGM for pricing and selection. And SWAD is next door - which is okay, IMHO. Fiesta Grocery has a decent selection of Indian foodstuffs - at least at the 39th St. and I-35 location.
Taj Grocers
9515 North Lamar Boulevard
Austin, TX 78753-4136
2-3 hour layover DFW Airport
Hello,
I live in Austin and might meet my folks as they have a 2/3 hour layover (3:30 - 6:30 on a weekday). Not familar with the area, and seeking advice on a place to grab a bite. My dad's vegetarian and likes Mexican (especially chile rellenos), Italian, and buffets. Nothing fancy - we're simple folk.
I realize the timing might limit choices - as some places close at that time.
Thanks,
Anj
Turkeys - Fresh or Heritage
Hi,
Sprouts is selling them now - which doesn't seem very safe. How far ahead to you think a fresh turkey can (should) be purchased? I plan to try a dry brine.
Good Middle Eastern?
Hi,
Sorry if repetitious, but I went by Bylbos on Wednesday and found the space empty. Have they relocated?
pub with best beer selection?
Hi,
I appreciate Crown and Anchor's selection. And the pricing - specials every day for the entire day. Sunday's a bargain with no pint pricier than $2.75, I think. Food is greasy bar food - and the nachos are yummy. Wouldn't call it cozy - but I like the typically, ahem, older grad student crowd.
House Pizzaria
Hi,
I find their combination of counter/waitstaff service odd and chaotic. For instance, you get your own red pepper flakes, but are brought parmesan. One orders and pays for a beer at the counter and then waits for the server to find your table (often a difficult task due to the low elevation of the numbers) in order to get your brew. Among other oddities.
The Parlor system of counter ordering and then self serve for plates, spices, water, etc. seems more logical.
And, I find the food so so in quality and value.
best way to travel with bbq as gift
Hi,
Looking for some advice on taking BBQ from Austin to Indianapolis - anyone had experience with this? I plan to purchase it from a restaurant and eventually freeze it.
Would it be best to check - as in cooler in the cargo area? Guess I'll have to check the sauce - but any advice on the meat part is welcomed. Last time I froze it and carried it on in one of those foil hot/cold bags from a grocer.
Thanks!
Thanksgiving - the sequel
Hi,
Sorry for the confusion - I meant a 'hot turkey sandwich' manhattan ... not the drink. Maybe it's a regional thing, being a midwesterner.
Thanksgiving - the sequel
Hi,
Thanks, but I don't see a similar sandwich on either the Belmont or Romeo menu ... did I overlook it?
Thanksgiving - the sequel
Hi,
Not being lucky enough to have leftovers from turkey day - and ideas on where to find a Manhattan in Austin?
Best Place For Holiday Dinner
Hi,
My parents and I had Thanksgiving at the Doubletree downtown on 15th. The service, food and price were excellent - $18 for seniors and $28 otherwise. Very impressed. Not sure if they are doing buffets for Christmas - but wanted to give my two cents.
Dragged Kickin and Hollerin Into Chuy's on North Lamar
Hi,
As a fan of green chile - I haven't yet found a place with better sauce. Trudy's is okay - but I miss 'smothered burritos' I enjoyed in Denver. Any suggestions are welcomed.
Thanksgiving dinner
Hi,
I wish I had gone - but Hill's Cafe on S. Congress is supposed to have a great buffet at a great price.
Seeking a good lunch around 183/290/Cameron Road area...
I'm 99% sure it's up and running on North Loop
Seeking a good lunch around 183/290/Cameron Road area...
http://blog.myspace.com/index.cfm?fuseaction=blog.view&friendid=15750978&blogid=317849431
Here are the 2 locales:
100 B. North Loop Blvd. (512) 454-8965 (pretty sure it opens at 11am everyday)
4301 Guadalupe St. & 43rd. (512) 323-0440 (think it opens early evening)
Seeking a good lunch around 183/290/Cameron Road area...
Hi,
I'm pretty sure only the 'new' Parlor @ Guadalupe and 43rd is open for lunch. Same great pizza.
Titaya's Thai: Where does it rank in the Thai game?
Hello,
Per the reviews here, I tried this new cafe for lunch. I was excited - especially being a huge fan of Thai Tara. Unfortunately I didn't have a good meal. I ordered Pad Plick Khing with beef. My complaints include the extremely fatty meat - and the incredibly salty dish. Incredibly! I still feel my lips and blood vessels withering. Oh well.
Pizza in Austin
Hi,
Is it odd for Conan's to charge 40 cents for the 'to go' box? I've never run into that before ....
Chile Rellenos in Austin
Hi,
I realize this is an older post - but I wonder if amysuehere found that type of chile relleno or if there are new suggestions out there. My family is visiting and we are used to that type of relleno - from Chicago, suprisingly. Definitely no raisins!
Indian Spice World
I've found the best luck at:
Taj Grocers is 9515, N Lamar Boulevard - next to SWAD cafe. Their selection is wider than MGM.
