Radio IST List: Drink Local Coffee Festival Today

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From Robin:

I went to Owl Tree Roasting (3421 N. I-35, just south of Fiesta) to ask David Alan about the Drink Local Coffee Festival they're hosting from 11am to 2pm today. A dozen local coffee roasters will converge on Owl Tree, and folks can stop by to sample brews, buy beans, and observe a Barista Jam. Organizers suggest a $5 donation to Urban Roots.

Meanwhile, Franklin Barbecue will open in the parking lot adjacent to Owl Tree, with offerings likely to include coffee-rubbed brisket and leg of lamb.

Along the same lines, there's a there's a Drink Local Cocktail Contest at Palm Door (401 Sabine St.) this evening from 6 to 9pm where you can sample Texas spirits and see a cocktail competition between five local bartenders.

Drink Local Coffee, Part 1:

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