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ACL WIRE #1 — Statesman food critic Matthew Odam pops in at Food Republic to offer his top ten new dining destinations to check out since last year's ACL. The list includes Qui, Arro, Barlata, Whisler's, and Winflo Osteria, even if the latter didn't catch the critic's fancy, since the patio and atmosphere is a draw. [Food Republic]
ACL WIRE #2 — Melanie Haupt at CultureMap presents her top 5 ACL food picks: Noble Sandwiches, Mighty Bird, Peached Tortilla, Lambas Royal Indian Foods, and Coolhaus. Her criteria for festival food? It can't be "too messy," it must be "portable," and "it can't be too salty or spicy." [CultureMap]
RAINEY STREET — The new Austin Beer Guide is celebrating its release day at Craft Pride today, October 3, starting at 6pm. Attendees will get ABGB Koozies, and there will be a lot of beer specials. [Eaterwire]
