Austin's food scene is seeing some tasty tweaks, with new openings bringing globally inspired treats and familiar favorites getting anniversaries underway. Sweet Memes, the spot for an Asian dessert fix and creative caffeine hits, has recently expanded into Round Rock. The bakery, already a beloved destination in Austin and Houston, is doling out soufflé pancakes and crepe cakes at its new location, 115 Sundance Pkwy. Ste. 390, as confirmed by CultureMap Austin. As of now, dessert die-hards have to show up in person, since online ordering isn't ready yet.
On the savory side of things, Bar Toti is throwing a first-anniversary bash on April 21, promising live tunes and special menu items that make a point to not only serve up but also celebrate La Smashburguesa—a gourmet burger crafted by Chef Fermín Núñez. Mark your calendars, Bar Toti doesn't take reservations for this event, but walk-ins are welcome, according to a statement obtained by CultureMap Austin.
Back in July, Sweet Memes had already set Austin tongues wagging with its Congress Avenue storefront, adding a flair for the photogenic with banana sticky rice, matcha tiramisu, and Vietnamese panna cotta. Their lineup wouldn't be complete without a range of boba tea and other refreshing sips, told Community Impact.
Meanwhile, on a loftier note, Les Dames d'Escoffier Austin is once again shining a spotlight on women and non-binary grill masters at the returning 'You Grill Girl' event at Franklin Barbecue on April 25. Here's where the area's culinary trailblazers like Abby Love and Sarah McIntosh come together to overturn the generally accepted narratives about their place in the food industry, a point driven home by CultureMap Austin. General admission tickets are still on sale, so snag 'em while you can.
And in a nod to plant-based palates, Gati Ice Cream, known for its coconut cream bases, is introducing two new flavors starting April 25 in collaboration with Olivia Adriance, an Austin food creator. They're diving deep into the dessert world with Strawberry Shortcake and Salted Caramel Cookie Crumble sundaes, upping the vegan frozen treat game in town, as noted by CultureMap Austin.
