Tex-Mex Queen carne guisada; ATE (ah-teh) spring rolls
Rayo said he wants to showcase people on his new online network who aren’t represented enough on major networks.
“When you look at how the representation on most of these networks that you see out there, whether it s Food Network or Bon Appetit, or even in film and television, people of color are not very represented in these platforms. So that s that s one thing that we re trying to change,” he said.
Rodriguez said food is the gateway to a greater discussion about diversity and understanding.
“The food draws people in,” she said. “But then you also get to hear the story of my culture and my heritage. My mami showed me this, my abuelita showed me this.”
7 things to know in Austin food: Anticipated Korean BBQ spot fires up Jjim is now open at Lamar Union.
Openings An anticipated Korean concept is now cooking in South Austin. Located in the Lamar Union development at 1100 S. Lamar Blvd.,
Jjim Korean Braised BBQ practices its namesake Korean method of slow cooking, or braising, meat until tender. The concept is the latest from CKN hospitality, the powerhouse group behind Donkey Mo’s Korean Fried Chicken and Roba Katsu. On the menu are two types of Jjim: spicy pork rib Jjim and Galbi Jjim (made with beef short ribs). Each is served family-style in a cast-iron skillet alongside veggies and steamed rice. Customers can also enjoy such side dishes as soy pickles and fresh Geot Juhri kimchi, in addition to appetizers like Korean kimchi pancakes and Dubu Dubu fried tofu pockets. Reservations for Jjiim’s limited dine-in table service are now available, and Jjim is also accepting takeout orders via www.jjimbbq.com. The restaurant�