Category Archives: Giveaways

From her lofty office at 9th and Brazos, Sarah scored the Cuvee Coffee. She announced to her co-workers that, since there was not a grinder in the office, they would get none! Drink up, Sarah! After winning one of the Tony C’s gift cards, Darren is contemplating an all pizza diet. Go for it! The […]

I don’t know if you have plans already for the 4th of July, but whatever you are up to can only be improved with some cheese. Antonelli’s Cheese Shop has assembled a holiday cheese pack. The insulated bag comes with everything you will need. Big hunks …

I love this book. If I can quote myself: It’s true, I read at a fourth grade level. But, this book sings to me. Knowing a place’s history helps me understand it’s current focus and likely trajectory. It’s like the History Channel high on Truffles.

I think you should read this book, too. I even have a fresh copy (not the one I already read all over). Sign up below to win Hungry Town: A Culinary History of New Orleans.

Just West of town, in Spicewood, beans are being roasted (can you smell it?). Cuvee Coffee Roasting Company is a Texas-based specialty coffee micro-roaster that provides independent coffee houses and coffee lovers with artisan blends, single origin and estate coffees from all corners of the world. And, we have some Toscano “Americas” blend for our next lucky winner! Four 12oz. bags to be exact. Muchas habas. Sign up below to win.

Jacob Allen is the Winner! He’s new to gardening and this is a perfect place to start. Carla at Austin Urban Gardens has a few Earthboxes planted with tomatoes that are outrunning her traditionally planted ones. Who knew? You could still get lucky. Tony C’s gift card giveaway is still going on. Sign up to […]

If you haven’t made it out to Tony C’s in Bee Cave, it’s worth a trip. Pretty good pie. The cooks and I talked a little dough. They practice cold fermentation. Which I think is the right move. Better control over glutton development, more complex taste. If you are thinking about heading on over, I’ll make the decision a little easier. Two words: gift cards. I have two $25 to giveaway.