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Best Charcuterie & Cheese in Austin

Best Charcuterie & Cheese in Austin

I consider myself a charcuterie and cheese enthusiast! I am far from being an expert; however, I have indulged in more than my fair share of each, hundreds of varieties across the globe. Welcome to my list of Charcuterie & Cheese: Austin’s Best!I have complied a list of suggested places to enjoy charcuterie and cheese in and around Austin (including your own home), with varied geographical locations, restaurant styles, and budgets in mind (no particular order). By no means is it an exhaustive list!

How to Infuse Vodka

How to Infuse Vodka

It’s always cocktail time somewhere, especially during the holidays. Impress your guests by serving cocktails with infused vodka that you made yourself. Even better, send a bottle home with them! Aren’t homemade gifts the best? 🙂 Below are some simple steps on how to infuse 

Spicy Candied Bacon

Spicy Candied Bacon

Who doesn’t love bacon?! Bacon is GREAT, but Spicy Candied Bacon is even better. If you can manage not to munch it all up before ir even cools, crispy strips in a cellophane bag tied with a pretty ribbon would make an AWESOME GIFT for 

Leftover Turkey: Creamy Chipotle One Skillet Pasta

Leftover Turkey: Creamy Chipotle One Skillet Pasta

During the holidays, I’m always brainstorming ways I can use all the leftover turkey. My freezer is typically full of soup, turkey and gravy, turkey pot pie, turkey enchiladas, and more until the middle of the following year and that’s great. Also, I am a 

Holiday Turkey Cranberry Sliders

Holiday Turkey Cranberry Sliders

I made these on a whim the first time, inspired by my classic bbq sauce recipe with a slight twist. These Holiday Turkey Cranberry Sliders turned out to be a big hit and are so simple to make. We all know how busy the holidays