The BBB DO, BEER, BBQ, and Baseball, Austin TX May 9-10
Mar 4, 2009 | 12:20 pm
#18
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Please put me down as interested. I'm not yet sure (and won't be until in April, likely) whether I'll be in Austin in the beginning of May. I was last year though, and this event sounds fun!
Mar 13, 2009 | 11:10 pm
#19
Join Date: Apr 2000
Location: Austin, TX, USA
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Nah.
It is true that the brisket at Coopers can be variable - I've had good and better.
It is also true that the fake Coopers in Junction is to be avoided.
But, as a general proposition, the Salt Lick can't hold a candle to Coopers.
Besides, what would somebody from MSP know about this, anyway?
It is true that the brisket at Coopers can be variable - I've had good and better.
It is also true that the fake Coopers in Junction is to be avoided.
But, as a general proposition, the Salt Lick can't hold a candle to Coopers.
Besides, what would somebody from MSP know about this, anyway?
By the way the Junction Coopers was started by the son of the original Coopers - he and his wife are good people. I think their kids run it now and yes it never was as good as the Original. The new Coopers in New Braunfels has the most tasteless BBQ I have ever eaten.
For that matter the Salt Lick BBQ Sauce makes any BBQ great! It is also hard to beat the ribs (pork) at the 'Lick ...
Mar 13, 2009 | 11:13 pm
#20
Join Date: Apr 2000
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With all the talk in the CO Forum about good BBQ, I thought I would arrange a little spring weekend, or at least gauge interest.
Thus the spring DO is born.
Tentative dates and activites.
May 9-10th, Austin Texas.
May 9th,
In the afternoon, I'll arrange a tour of one of the local breweries in Austin either the Live Oak brewery or Independence Brewery
That evening, dinner at the Saltlick. Later that night, get drinks at the Flying Saucer, or Ginger man pub.
May 10th
Lunch at a Cafe either BBQ or Magnolia Cafe.
2 pm Texas Longhorns v. Texas A+M, tickets are $7.00-12.00. Yes there is beer at the stadium.
please post if interested.
Thus the spring DO is born.
Tentative dates and activites.
May 9-10th, Austin Texas.
May 9th,
In the afternoon, I'll arrange a tour of one of the local breweries in Austin either the Live Oak brewery or Independence Brewery
That evening, dinner at the Saltlick. Later that night, get drinks at the Flying Saucer, or Ginger man pub.
May 10th
Lunch at a Cafe either BBQ or Magnolia Cafe.
2 pm Texas Longhorns v. Texas A+M, tickets are $7.00-12.00. Yes there is beer at the stadium.
please post if interested.
Apr 15, 2009 | 11:56 am
#21
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I am finalizing the list of events.
I am keeping the 'lick, why?? because it is awesome. I am also keep the sunday game, just because it is close to downtown Austin and I want the 'lick to be the only drive people have to make.
I am keeping the 'lick, why?? because it is awesome. I am also keep the sunday game, just because it is close to downtown Austin and I want the 'lick to be the only drive people have to make.
Apr 15, 2009 | 3:28 pm
#23
Join Date: Jan 2005
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I should be down for Saturday only. I'll probably arrive late evening Friday and take off early Sunday AM.
I'd probably be up for breakfast and/or lunch on Saturday if anyone's around and interested... (quick trip to Luling in the AM, anyone?
)
I'd probably be up for breakfast and/or lunch on Saturday if anyone's around and interested... (quick trip to Luling in the AM, anyone?
)
Apr 16, 2009 | 12:52 pm
#24
Join Date: Sep 2001
Location: Austin, TX
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I think Mr. AusEXP and myself are going to have to pass on this one. He's working and I'm flying out on Sunday. Go figure.
May 1, 2009 | 10:20 am
#25
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I am setting up paypal for the baseball tickets if you have not purchased them. I will buy them monday afternoon, so please PM your e-mail address so I can send out the paypal invoice, thank you.
May 1, 2009 | 10:33 am
#26
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I have the brewery tour setup. It is at 12 PM at the live oak brewery (one of the larger brewerys (sp) in Austin. They are about two miles east of downtown, so fairly easy to get to. The tour and tasting is free.
May 1, 2009 | 1:20 pm
#28
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Where are most people staying or are they local?
May 1, 2009 | 1:36 pm
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May 1, 2009 | 1:40 pm
#30
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Not sure, but I think I'm the only local on the definite list.
The Sheraton Austin is very convenient to Disch-Falk Field and - from what I can tell - the areas we will be frequenting. The rate for Saturday evening is running $169 at BAR; $155 if you aren't squeamish about pre-paid/non-cancelable; $152.10 for AAA members, also non-cancelable.
Best regards,
William R. Sanders
Online Guest Feedback Coordinator
Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide
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The Sheraton Austin is very convenient to Disch-Falk Field and - from what I can tell - the areas we will be frequenting. The rate for Saturday evening is running $169 at BAR; $155 if you aren't squeamish about pre-paid/non-cancelable; $152.10 for AAA members, also non-cancelable.
Best regards,
William R. Sanders
Online Guest Feedback Coordinator
Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide
[email protected]