Of all of the elements that make up the relationship between my sister and myself, sharing is perhaps the most prominent. We share clothes, genes, a sense of humor—you name it. But most of all, we share the same deep love for food and exploring new culinary experiences.
#KoolKeeperSummer Exploring Sister Suggestions
Contributing Author Georgia Thompson
Whether we’re at home in Kansas City for the holidays, visiting one another at our different schools or away on vacation, what and where we are going to eat is always the topic of conversation. Thus, when I decided to move to Austin for the summer, she couldn’t wait to share her list of favorites from her time spent here in college for the past 4 years.
Given the numerous suggestions and relatively limited amount of time that I have been in the city so far, I feel as I’ve only scratched the surface. But thus far, of all of my sister’s many go-to’s that I have stopped by, I’m truly yet to be disappointed.
This week’s exploration took me to a wide range of restaurants, some classic, casual Austin institutions and others more modern or health-conscious. For my sister, many of these places were easy, no brainers during her time in Austin due to their consistently delicious food and fun atmospheres. Personally, my own journey exploring the Austin food scene has only just begun. I’m ecstatic about continuing to try for myself the many recommendations I’ve received.
Check out my suggestions below and the pictures in the gallery for a few of my sister’s favorites Austin spots. Thanks to her willingness to share, these have likewise become some of my favorites as well!
The Grove Wine Bar and Kitchen
My picks: Bruschetta (1. Gorgonzola, Walnuts, Pear and Local Honey 2. Fig Chutney, Brie and Julienned Apples 3. Wild Mushroom, Smoked Gouda and Balsamic), Artisan Cheese Plate, Crispy Brussels Sprouts, Asian Crisp Salad, Wine Lover’s Pizza.
Plus, you can’t go to The Grove without trying one of their signature wine flights!
My picks: Spring Crudités, Café Spread, Greenhouse Lettuces Salad with Grilled Chicken, Golden Quinoa Bowl, Bigeye Tuna Poke, Avocado Toast.
My picks: Farmers Market Crudités, Kale Guacamole, Shiitake Lettuce Cups, Seasonal Ingredient Salad with Chicken, Mediterranean Quinoa Salad with Shrimp.
My picks: Build-Your-Own Breakfast Taco (Egg White, Avocado, Jalapeño, Salsa on Corn Tortilla), Mac-and-Cheese.
My picks: Power Bowl, Jerez Salad, Crispy Brussels Sprouts, Wood-Grilled Cauliflower, Green Apple Guacamole, Classic Queso.
My picks: Irish Mint, Peanut Butter, Salted Caramel Frozen Yogurt with Heath Bar, Andes Mints, Berries, Granola, Chocolate Sprinkles.
This #KoolKeeperSummer just keeps getting better and better. Continue to follow along with me next week as my Austin exploration continues with more delectable destinations!
