Alborz Persian Cuisine

Alborz is tucked away in a shopping center on Anderson Lane and Shoal Creek. We were in the mood for middle eastern food and had originally decided to go to Ararat–unfotunately it was closed for a private party on Saturday night (guess I’ll learn to call...

Get your Fresh Produce at Boggy Creek Farm

Our friends John and Allison kept having dinners where they served the most wonderful vegetables and fruits from Boggy Creek Farm. Although it is a bit of a drive for us (from far west Austin) we decided to check it out last weekend. The urban farm is tucked away on...

Fireworks in Austin–Head to the Lake

Lake Travis that is. Carlos’N Charlie’s is doing fireworks on Saturday July 3rd. Frankly I find it much more enjoyable to get out on the sailboat…drop anchor and watch fireworks over the waters of Lake Travis instead of fighting the traffic to get...

Taco Xpress–Great tacos easy on the wallet

Maria’s Taco Xpress is one of the most popular and affordable taco stands in the city. It offers counter service, a few inside tables, and a perennially full parking lot that’s a bit hairy to enter and leave. The patio is filled with interesting artwork...