Party Review!

Thanks to everyone that came out on Sunday!  We had a blast here at the house as we gathered for the 3rd annual "Dah-veed's Eeest-side 'Cho!"  

A special thank you to:

David Garza, Cosmica Artists, Patricia Vonne, Bobby Laroche, Leche, Latin at Heart, Myrna Cabello, 'Ze and Chris, Brett McCormick, Al Duarte, Carlos San Miguel, Tito's Vodka, Ambiente Wine, Beth, Claudia, Gil, Rules, Alex, Jud, and all the rest of the friends and family that made it all happen!  We raised some money for the Austin Humane Society, so we did some good, while we had fun in the backyard with good friends and family!!

Check out the reviews/props:

http://www.ny.remezcla.com/re/blog.jsp?a=990

http://elpasotimes.typepad.com/diversions/2009/03/death-by-metallica.html

they got the name wrong, but they had fun I think!!

 

Buzzzzzzz bands...

Tonight at Aces, check out LA's Airborne Toxic Event at 11pm!!

See what all the buzz is about and you can say you saw next year's band at SXSW of  '09!!

Don't be a laggard...don't jump on the bandwagon...

Beat the crowd and avoid the rush...

Fo' Mo' info:

www.myspace.com/theairbornetoxicevent

"Dah-veed's Eeest-side 'Cho!!"

This Sunday -Sunday -Sunday!!!

3/22/09 is the date...mark yer calendars and get ready to Rumble!!!

from 2pm on we'll be jammin in the backyard here at the casa...

"Dah-veed's Eeest-side 'Cho!!"

hosted by David Garza!

with members of the following bands:  

DEL CASTILLO

VALLEJO

GRUPO FANTASMA/BROWNOUT

LECHE

PATRICIA VONNE

HAYDEN VITERA

LATIN AT HEART

RECKLESS KELLY

AJ CASTILLO

and a few surprise guests...

1708 Miriam Ave A-Tx, 78702

if you came last year, then you know the drill...

It is a benefit for the Austin Humane Society, but no pets allowed!

It will be a kid-friendly event, so bring the family and bring any special food/drinks the kids might need! Also please bring blankets/lawn chairs to sit on...

We will have hot dogs and chips, but if you prefer something special...bring it (veggie dogs/whole wheat buns, Grey Poupon, etc...)

Any questions, please lemme know...

Take care,

AD2

  

where to eat in the A-Tx...Breakfast tacos!!

Top 11...because sometimes 10 ain't enough...

(in No particular order)

Amaya's Taco Village

El Chilito

Mi Madre's 

Tamale House #3

Fran's/Dan's...same shit...

Luviano's (and the menudo is pretty damn good!)

Joe's Bakery (and the sweet bread is amazing...plus the bacon is killa!)

Maria's Taco Express

Austin Java

Torchy's

Arranda's

google 'em...and enjoy...

where to eat in the A-Tx...BBQ!!

Top 11...because sometimes 10 ain't enough...

(in no particular order)

Iron Works

Salt Lick

Poke-E-Jo's

Hoover's

Lambert's

Rudy's

Ruby's

County Line

Sam's

Lewis's BBQ

Artz Ribz...

google 'em...enjoy...

where to eat in the A-Tx...Burgers!!

Top 11 (because sometimes 10 ain't enough)

Casino el Camino

Jackalopes (but the double-wide is awesome too!)

Hut's

Phil's Ice House

Hoover's

Freddie's Place

Shady Grove

Dirty Martin's

Texadelphia (and their cheesesteak is killa!)

Dan's/Fran's--same thing...

Whataburger...gotta love a good Texas burger...

google them...and enjoy...

where to eat in the A-Tx...Pizza!!

top 11...

(because sometimes 10 ain't enough!)

(in no particular order)

Pizza:

Homeslice

Eastside Pies

Roppolos

Southside Flying Pizza

Mangia

Craig-O's

CPK

Double Dave's

The Onion

Hungry Howies

Mellow Mushroom

you gotta look 'em up on yer own, but trust me....'they good!!

Told ya I'd do it...

Here is the big list of parties for SXSW. 

http://www.newmusictipsheet.com/sxswpartylist2009.pdf

Some require badges, wristbands, invites, tattoos and super-secret, special handshakes.  But most are free!   Look over the list closely and maybe you find a way to eat and drink all day for free!!?  Good luck and please drink responsibly and stuff!

Take care,

AD  

Hapy Bday!

to the Nomad bar!  1 year old and tomorrow Saturday 3/7/09 you might wanna stop by and wish 'em a Happy B-day!  I was just there the other day for the RISE happy hour and Mr. Nomad himself, Miguel, told me about their 1 year anniversary party on Saturday afternoon.  They'll grill up some burgers and have some drink specials to get you ready to get on the mic with the Karaoke Underground!  Very low-key, but cool none the less.  That's what I like about the Nomad bar.  It's hidden, off the beaten path, but very cool indeed.   The bar is located on Cameron road, behind Capital Plaza, so it is shielded from I-35, but also out of sight, so you have to look for it. If you know where the Carousel Lounge is, then I bet you can find the Nomad...it is 2 blocks away, around the corner.  It is an oasis in the middle of neighborhoods and shopping centers in central Austin.  If you live near the old airport area, near 51st street/Cameron area, then you need to check it out and maybe make it your new neighborhood joint! It is a very laid back atmosphere with a nice patio area, so stake your claim to a good shady table when the weather is awesome...like this week has been!  It did win the Austin Chronicle Awards "BEST NEIGHBORHOOD DIVE BAR" for a reason...so check out this little gem asap, maybe we'll see you there this Saturday evening!!?

Check out :  http://www.nomadbar.com/home.html   for more info!

Keep Austin Fun!

So many choices on fun things to do in Austin!  Gotta love it!!

I have some out of town friends that have asked me for some suggestions to some "secrets" that a visitor to our great city might not know about.  So over the next few weeks I will continue to add to the list of cool Austin dives,  hole-in-the-walls and other places off the beaten path.

Since people start arriving in Austin this week, for PubCon www.pubcon.com/austin2009.htm and SXSW www.sxsw.com I thought I would list some cool stuff to check out this weekend!

On Friday, get down to 6th street early.  Nakia & His Southern Cousins will put on a helluva show at Aces Lounge  www.acesaustin.com  and then, Austin's version of the "Pussycat Dolls" will blow you away!  They are called the "Southern Sirens" burlesque troupe and I still think they are Austin's best kept secret.  The girls are hot...but tough and cool!  It's only a matter of time before everyone is rushing down there to check 'em out, so beat the crowds and see for yourself! The girls are on stage at 11pm and 1am and I think they do it on Saturday night too!!

On Saturday - IT'S MY PARK DAY! Get in on this day of park appreciation by joining a cleanup project. Go online for a list of cleanup efforts all over this once filthy city. Volunteers receive a T-shirt and complimentary snacks and drinks. Sat., March 7, 9am-1pm. 477-1566. www.austinparks.org 

Then at night there is a cool benefit happening at the Scoot Inn with the Flametrick Subs, Honky and many more... Check out  www.eastinns.com   for more info!

Sunday, Sunday, Sunday!!!

Get thee to the chicken shittery!!  Sounds weird I know, but every Sunday Ginny's Little Longhorn Saloon has Chicken Shit Bingo going down!  It is a packed party as people buy squares and wait for the magic - of a chicken pooping on your lucky square...Bingo!!

Then if that is not cool enough for you... Dale Watson is knockin' the honky tonk rock outta the park!! His band is amazing and I bet you will find yourself trying to find some space to dance.For more info on him, check out his website: www.dalewatson.com

It is so cool there at Ginny's, that it will get packed, but luckily it is a daytime party.  So get there by 3pm or so to get a good spot! Check out www.ginnyslittlelonghorn.com  for more info!  It is the "honkiest, tonkiest beer joint in town!"