After moving to Austin from New York last year, it was easy to feel disappointment in the limited food delivery options available. The restaurant delivery services aren't always prompt and charge steep delivery fees, many of the good ethnic food restaurants are dine-in or take-out only, and the best of the pizza places only deliver within a mile or two of their locations. Which brings us to The Soup Peddler, a unique concept in... more ›

Last week's interview with The Soup Peddler (a/k/a David Ansel) perhaps left you breathless with his promise to unveil a gazpacho recipe from his book, The Soup Peddler's Slow and Difficult Soups. But don't be fooled: this recipe actually errs on the side of quick and easy, so let your tastebuds seize the dream. Gazpacho Andaluz 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil 4 cloves garlic 1(6-inch) section of baguette, sliced lengthwise 1 onion, chopped... more ›

In America, we rock summertime barbeque. Hamburgers, ribs and the sacrosanct tofu pup all roast under our fair dominion. But soups are not quite within the purview. Austin's very own authority on the subject is trying to change that. His name is David Ansel, known to many as The Soup Peddler. He rose to fame locally in 2002 by delivering homemade soup to residents of Bouldin Creek (atop a yellow bicycle, of course, with... more ›

Wanting to better your cooking skills and make your meals tastier? You can learn the basics and take a class on how to make stocks, soups, and sauces from the Culinary Academy of Austin. The CAA offers small hands on classes that make it easy for you to learn instead of just watching someone prepare the food for you. Chef Kris Jakob will teach you the basics needed to whip up these sauces and help you use them to make several example dishes in class. The class will also include a lecture on the preparation of the five mother sauces, the sauces that are used to make all other sauces. The class includes tricks of the trade and will have you spicing up your meals in no time. more ›

Cherrywood, the neighborhood just east of I-35 which borders French Place, is holding its fourth annual Art Fair to benefit Maplewood Elementary. On December 10th and 11th, from 11am to 5pm, Maplewood Elementary (3808 Maplewood Ave) will open its doors, giving you the chance to browse original artwork from over 40 local artists. Local bands will also be playing throughout the day. Parents are encouraged to bring their little tykes along as well. On... more ›

T U E S D A Y [27] film · Scion presents their weekly screening + Q&A at the Drafthouse South Lamar. This week: Adam Bhala Lough's "Bomb the System", with music provided by DJ Mel. (RSVP, 6:30pm)music · Zookeeper, Goldrush and Hopewell at Stubb's music · The Black Angels, The Black and Lalaland at Emo's books/pop-culture · UT Professor S. Craig Watkins discusses his latest book, Hip Hop Matters: Politics, Popular Culture, and the... more ›

One of the Austinist's favorite pick-me-up spots is Pacha on Burnet Road. Pacha is a small, colorful, family-owned coffeeshop/cafe that boasts a menu of espresso beverages, smoothies, empanadas, homemade soups, salads, quiches, and so much more. They also serve beer and wine, if a different sort of pick-me-up is what you crave. The South American inspired decor is bright and welcoming, and the owners buy many of the Bolivian crafts on display from two cooperatives, Fundacion Asur and Artecampo, that support the indigenous cultures. It's a perfect place for a light lunch or a lazy Sunday afternoon. The Austinist recommends the chai latte, a sweet, creamy tea with hints of cinnamon and spices. Soooo tasty... more ›