Author Archives: dwightbrown

Twitter: the lazy man’s substitute for content.

Posted on July 26, 2018 by dwightbrown

Well, it is. But I thought this Twitter thread was both interesting and relevant here for reasons: A anecdote that’s always stuck with me is a McDonald’s franchise owner who was asked what separates well-run McDonald’s from the bad ones. … Continue reading →

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Things I Won’t Be Purchasing.

Posted on July 5, 2018 by dwightbrown

Joey Chestnut branded condiments. Because when I think about “good eating”, my first thought is not ketchup from a guy who’s famous for cramming as much food down his gullet as fast as he can.

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We don’t need no water…

Posted on May 14, 2018 by dwightbrown

According to Austin Eater, the Goodnight has closed. You may recall the Goodnight (described as a “fancy bowling alley and bar”) as one of the recipients of the not-so-coveted Saturday Dining Conspiracy “Die In a Fire” awards. The one time … Continue reading →

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Quick random notes.

Posted on April 26, 2018 by dwightbrown

1. Mimi’s Cafe in Bee Cave is closed, according to an email from their mailing list. Yes, it was a chain. But they had pretty good breakfasts, and sent out a lot of BOGO coupons, so Mom and I ate … Continue reading →

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Noted.

Posted on April 18, 2018 by dwightbrown

Eater Austin is reporting that Pacific Rim (located in the strip center on 183 at Burnet, where the Chili’s and Pluckers are) is closed. We ate at a Japanese place that was in this space previously: I’m not sure if … Continue reading →

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Earl Cooley 1956-2018.

Posted on March 28, 2018 by dwightbrown

The Saturday Dining Conspiracy notes, with great sadness, the passing of unindicted co-conspirator Earl S. Cooley III. We have known Earl roughly since Jesus was a second lieutenant, dating all the way back to the pre-Internet days of computer bulletin … Continue reading →

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Giggle. Snort.

Posted on March 26, 2018 by dwightbrown

Galaxy Cafe will close its location at the Triangle (4616 Triangle Ave.) on April 15 after 10 years of business. The location celebrated its 10th birthday on March 22. I think I went there once, maybe twice. We may even … Continue reading →

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Waffling.

Posted on March 26, 2018 by dwightbrown

Just got a promo email from Red Lobster. (Yes, I know. Mom likes to go there sometimes for lunch, and it was worth it to sign up for their rewards program. Also, I think their food has improved some.) Anyway, … Continue reading →

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Mangia on Mesa closed.

Posted on March 22, 2018 by dwightbrown

At least, according to Eater Austin and confirmed by their website. Which is kind of a shame, since I ate a fair number of meals there. Lawrence even ran the pre-Armadillocon pizza lunch at that Mangia for many years. In … Continue reading →

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Closing time.

Posted on December 29, 2017 by dwightbrown

Banzai Sushi on North Lamar is closing January 3rd. I think maybe I ate there once: I really can’t remember. What I find more notable is that they’re apparently closing so that the new Rudy’s location can go in (replacing … Continue reading →

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