I've always wanted to visit Portland. It's been called the sister city of Austin and I was curious to see it for myself. Portland is a fun city to walk around and explore. There are a lot of unique shops and yummy things to eat.
I think about the food that I ate in Japan constantly. Sure, the ramen and sushi and other regional specialties were incredible but just the normal everyday food was mind blowing.
There are a good amount of restaurants in Austin that rival restaurants anywhere in the world. Here are some of my favorites.
I have always been very mindful of ways to reduce waste and minimize my environmental impact. A lot of resources go into the production of anything that we buy and consume. Some materials can be recycled or repurposed while others will stay intact for hundreds of years. Here are a few ways I try to reduce my impact on the environment. (As an added bonus, some of these tips save you money or help you stay healthy.)
My boyfriend found this place when he was looking up gluten-free restaurants in Japan. They were very accommodating and knowledgeable about eating gluten-free. The waitress was extremely friendly and helpful.