Dolce Neve Coming to South First; Zed's Reopening; Food Event Roundup

SOUTH FIRST — The Statesman reports that a new gelateria is slated to open at 1713 South First Street in December. Dolce Neve will feature classic Italian flavors as well as "seasonal local" inventions. Co-owner Francesca Silvestrini trained at the Carpigiani Gelato University and worked at Pisa's lauded Gelateria De' Coltelli. Dolce Neve will be debuting their gelato tomorrow night at the Dolce Vita Food Festival. [Statesman]

FAR NORTH — Zed's, north Austin's local-food-focused restaurant and live music venue, is back in business tomorrow, October 24. Zed's recently closed for several months for remodeling. The new space features a bigger bar area and new private dining areas. They've also revamped their menu. [Eaterwire]

FESTIVALWIRE — Austin is enjoying its brief, glorious window of perfect weather, and that means it's festival time. The Chronicle rounds up an epic list all the food and food-related events happening this week, including the Dolce Vita Food Festival, Salty Sow's special Halloween menu, the Texas Book Festival's cooking tent, and several screenings at the Austin Film Festival. [Chronicle]
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