Franklin Vs. Paris Barbecue; Boston Globe’s Take on Austin Coffee; More

ZOMG BBQ — For some reason, Food & Wine decided to pit Paris's fancy new Texas-style barbecue restaurant The Beast against Austin barbecue hero/James Beard winner Aaron Franklin's place. Guess which one is better (and cheaper)? [Food & Wine]

COFFEE WIRE — Boston Globe reporter Matt Viser took a look at the coffee scene in Austin. He was impressed with Houndstooth Coffee and its coffee julep, the prevalence of Cuvee Coffee, and many of the other shops in the city. [Boston Globe]

DIRTY SIXTH — Easy Tiger’s charming branding was featured in Knife and Fork, a book that is centered on interesting restaurant visuals. [EaterWire]