Continuing Saga of Casa de Luz; Banger's Smoke-Out

BARTON SPRINGS — The Austin Chronicle digs into the situation down in the Barton Springs area at macrobiotic restaurant and community center Casa de Luz. It's not as simple as a battle over parking requirements, reports Elizabeth Pagano: "But beyond that issue is the fact that Casa has been out of compliance for many years with provisions of the city's building codes – including public safety provisions. [Austin Chronicle]

DOWNTOWN — TRIO at the Four Seasons posts this Flashback Friday photo of the pre-TRIO incarnation of the restaurant. It's very ... fancy grandma. [Eaterwire]

RAINEY STREET — Tomorrow's Smoke-out Saturday at Banger's Sausage House & Beer Garden, featuring a 12-hour smoked venison at 8 p.m., plus live bands. [Eaterwire]

[Photo: Casa de Luz/Facebook]