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Places to eat in Austin, SXSW-style!

Many of you know that I’m always bragging about my Texas heritage. Can’t help it! Texas is a great place! And when SXSW is in full-swing, it’s a great time to soak up all that is Austin!

Just like last year, Chef Watson will be active at SXSW. We have a Chef Watson session in the making at the historic Driskill Hotel this year. You can check it out on the SXSW website -> http://schedule.sxsw.com/2015/events/event_IAP44524. Bring your recipe ideas!

There are so many things to love about Austin, but I must admit, my favorite thing about Austin is the food! So, in spirit of Chef Watson coming back to SXSW, I’ve comprised a list of Austin foodie places! Get ready for some great food!

We gotta start with Mexican food!

  • el Alma (http://www.elalmacafe.com/)
  • Mama V’s Quezzadillaville (http://www.mamavsaustintx.com/)
  • Licha’s Cantina (http://lichascantina.com/)

BBQ, anyone! Yes!

  • Black’s in Austin (http://blacksbbqaustin.com/)
  • Micklethwait (http://www.craftmeats.com/)
  • la Barbeque (http://www.labarbecue.com/)

Then there’s Southern and Southwestern style!

  • Fixe – Austin’s Southern House (http://austinfixe.com/)
  • Olamaie (http://olamaieaustin.com/)
  • Chavez (http://chavez-austin.com/)

Asian food is sooo delicious!

  • Ramen Tatsu-Ya (http://ramen-tatsuya.com/)
  • Koriente (http://www.koriente.com/)
  • East Side King (http://eskaustin.com/v2/south-lamar/)
  • Sway (https://swayaustin.com/)

And last, but not least, FOOD TRUCKS!

  • Peached Tortilla (http://www.thepeachedtortilla.com/locations/)
  • Be More Pacific (http://www.bemorepacifictruck.com/)
  • Chi’lantro BBQ (http://www.chilantrobbq.com/)

SXSW! Geek Girls Are Chic with Girls Who Code! Five Career Hacks on Sunday at 11AM CST!

Come on Sunday to see Geek Girls are Chic:  5 Career Hacks!  We’ll be in Ballroom A at the Austin Convention Center on Sunday, March 15th. Our session begins at 11:00AM Central. Visit this link to add our session to your SXSW schedule!

Geek Girls Are Chic

I’m so thrilled that I am sharing the stage during a SXSW featured session with one of my favorite organizations:

  • Girls Who Code! Joining me will be Elizabeth Caudle, Director for Girls Who Code. Elizabeth’s background is rich in STEM-type roles where she has been a supporter and leader of organizations dedicated to advancing educational opportunities around the globe!

During our session, Elizabeth and I will discuss women’s participation in tech-related fields, why there are fewer women graduating with a technical degree, and why women are not rising in the tech ranks or startup businesses. We’ll tackle these issues, as well as discuss how the tech industry can benefit from innovations from women. We’ll discuss why more women need to take risks and embrace failure and build the courage the shatter the glass ceiling! We’ll also share with you 5 career hacks that can help you strategize your approach to grow your career!

Here’s a taste of what we’ll share with you:

  • Doing your homework is a MOOC point
  • Be an Open API
  • Define your “ALL”

Watch my short video to get a taste of my session with Girls Who Code!

And after the session, be sure to join me at the SXSW Bookstore where I’ll be signing copies of my books. Come by, say “Hi!” and share your ideas with me! I promise, it’ll be a lively debate!

cover geek girls

Whether you are a woman or man, parent or business owner, this is a must-see session!