Good Food Awards Finalists; Portland Sour Beer Comes to Austin; More

AWARDS SEASON — The finalists for this year’s Good Food Awards were released, with a bunch of Austin-based companies. There’s (512) Brewing Company, Jester King, Lox, Box, & Barrel, and Argus Cidery. Winners will be announced in January. [EaterWire]

SOUTH CONGRESS — Snack Bar has a new pastry chef: Darrin Barschdorf. He previously worked for Word of Mouth Bakery. His new menu includes "sweet surprise," the chef's choice, vegan chocolate cake, and creme brûlée. [EaterWire]

BEER HERE — Portland-based sour brewery Cascade Brewing will soon be available in Austin. [EaterWire]