Most of Austin's attention at the moment is focused on relief efforts for the thousands of residents who've been affected by the recent Central Texas fires, and rightfully so. But there's another charitable event happening this Monday and Tuesday, September 12 and 13, and all you have to do to take part is eat. AIDS Services of Austin is working with more than 68 restaurants in the Austin area to raise money for HIV prevention outreach and care services through its annual Dining for Life event. more ›

Last minute notice on this one, but AIDS Service Of Austin's 18th Annual Dining for Life is happening tonight and tomorrow night. 65 Austin restaurants have agreed to donate between 15-50% of their nightly receipts to the charity. If you'd like to dine out and support a noble cause, check here for the participating restaurant list. Upon quick glance, eateries donating include Garrido's, Trudy's, South Congress Cafe, Sago, Snap Kitchen, Asti, FINO, Chuy's, Eastside Cafe, Guero's, Hoover's, Jack Allen's Kitchen, Mirabelle, Olivia, Ranch 616, Snack Bar, and Wink. more ›

Austin Restaurant Week is back, and bigger than ever. The semi-annual citywide event, put on by the new crew at Rare magazine, affords Austinites a chance to try out special $25 and $35 prix fixe menus at over fifty upscale eateries. Participating restaurants include relative newcomers like Perla's, Sushi Zushi, and Frank, plus classic Austin institutions such as Hudson’s on the Bend and Jeffrey's. more ›