Happy Wednesday, y’all!

I apologize for my silence last week — I was heading to the Mayo Clinic and dealing with some family things.

I want to remind y’all that I have The ULTIMATE Happy Hour Guide which you can select the area of Austin you’re looking to get your happy hour on.

What to expect in this edition

LOCAL RESTAURANT OPENINGS

ChiCha San Chen Opening

MOTHER'S DAY EVENTS/SPECIALS

THIS WEEK’S EVENTS IN AUSTIN

LOCAL RESTAURANT OPENINGS

Daiboku ramen

• Sazon Ramen has opened a sister restaurant, Daiboku Ramen, located on the UT campus

• Their omakase-style ramen menu will be offered at the 10-seat ramen bar facing an open kitchen. The omakase will include five courses with two ramens and various chef-curated plates featuring local and seasonal ingredients, and wine, whisky and sake pairing options, starting at $39 for five courses plus beverage pairings.

• Daiboku aims to transport diners to a traditional ramen shop with its inviting atmosphere, complete with an open kitchen and long bar. The concept encourages customers to savor their dishes solo or dine in groups at large family-style tables.

  • Highlights | open 5pm to 10pm daily, omakase menu will be offered beginning June 16th; info to book the omakase will be posted on Instagram at @daibokuramen soon.

  • 609 W 29th St, Austin, TX 78705

• More details here: https://daibokuramen.com/

• PR brought to you by MYLK COLLECTIVE & photos by Daiboku Ramen

(not) local austin RESTAURANT UPDATES

ChiCha San Chen

The highly established Thailand tea shop officially opened in Austin this week. This is their third US location (the first two are in Washington and California) so it’s exciting that they picked our city for their next spot!

They're known for their teaspresso machine which makes their teas perfect with time and temperature.

They offer green tea, milk tea, Pouchong tea, Oolong tea, black tea, and more with the option to add extras like boba.

Open daily from 11 a.m. to 9:30 p.m.

6501 Airport Blvd #100, Austin, TX 78752

THIS WEEK’S EVENTS

THUR MAY 25

- Hi, How Are You? Hot Luck Event | Franklin Barbecue | 6pm

- BYOV: Bring Your Own Vinyl | Spokesman | 6 to 10pm

FRI MAY 26

- Austin Greek Festival | Transfiguration Greek Orthodox Church | 11am to 10pm

- Fast Friends Beer Co. Grand Opening Weekend | 3pm to 12am

- Birdie's x Las Jaras Hot Luck Event | Birdie’s | 4 to 5pm

- Hot Luck Festival: Big Top | Fair Market | 7 to 10pm

Sat MAY 27

- Fast Friends Beer Co. Grand Opening Weekend | 11am to 12am

- Austin Greek Festival | Transfiguration Greek Orthodox Church | 11am to 10pm

- Hot Luck Festival: Al Fuego | The Wild Onion Ranch | 7 to 10pm

Sun MAY 28

- Caffeine & Gasoline at Austin INFINITI | Austin INFINITI | 9 to 11am

- Fast Friends Beer Co. Grand Opening Weekend | 11am to 10pm

- Austin Greek Festival | Transfiguration Greek Orthodox Church | 12 to 10pm

- Austin Soul Food Festival | Mia Events Center | 12 to 6pm

MEMORIAL DAY | MON MAY 29

- Fast Friends Beer Co. Grand Opening Weekend | 11am to 10pm

MONTH OF MAY

- Abby Jane Bakeshop | Mental Health Awareness Month
Purchase a storm cloud cookie & proceeds will go to NAMI all month

This wraps up your next edition of Your FYI. I hope it has provided you with new information about what’s happening in the community! I must thank local PR agencies for inviting me to events and restaurants to help me spread the good word.

Cheers!

Bianca, ATX FYI