New York Sausage Bar Brings Out The Wurst In Austin

Austin’s downtown cuisine gets an upgrade with the arrival of Schaller’s Stube.

New York City’s Schaller’s Stube Sausage Bar officially landed in Austin this week with their first food truck on the corner of 3rd Street and Congress Avenue. With a fast menu built from a progressive take on traditional Berlin street food, this counter-service eatery is first introducing a selection of their signature snacks that will diversify over the coming weeks.

 As a detached extension of New York’s heritage German butcher shop Schaller & Weber, Schaller’s Stube was conceived by Jeremy Schaller and Jesse Denes as a more contemporary and accessible way to sample the gold-medal meats and charcuterie that the company has been specializing in for over 80 years. As the descriptor suggests, Schaller’s Stube is primarily a sausage bar with unique servings such as their Saigon Special, Po’ Brat, Steuben’s Reuben, and the Chili Willie named after Texas’ own Willie Nelson. It’s Berlin-style street food, seasoned with New York sensibility and served with Texan hospitality.

Operated by managing partners Matt and Angie Neas, this current downtown location is the first outside New York City, and serves as an appetizer to taste what’s to come. Among other moves, Austinites can look forward to a mobile food truck roaming somewhere around the West 6th Street district later this summer; fashioned from a 1942 Studebaker delivery truck and aptly dubbed the “Stube-a-baker”. Follow the Austin Schaller’s Stube on Facebook and Instagram to find out about weekly menu specials, upcoming events and updates on the mobile food truck.

Schaller’s Stube Sausage Bar, 102½ West 3rd St at Congress Ave, Austin, Texas 78701

Sunday – Thursday: 11:00 am – 3:00 pm (or until sold out)

Friday – Saturday:    11:00 am – 3:00 pm & 9:00 pm – 3:00 am

For more information visit SchallerStube.com. For all media inquiries contact VOCAL.  

Time & Oak

If the goal is for the whiskey to filter in and out of the wood barrel, get infused with flavor and pull out those rich colors, then the barrel may not be the best design to achieve this process. Why not simply put the barrel into the whiskey and accelerate the process considerably. Time & Oak have developed a revolutionary product that provides a shorter distance for whiskey to travel, through repetitive exposure to the capillaries by cutting it horizontally.

They call this process “accelerated transpiration through capillary action,” and that product is called "Whiskey Elements."

Whiskey Elements allow you to customize, craft & finish your favorite whiskey in as little as 24 hours, not 24 years. Whiskey Elements are simple, easy to use and only take seconds to apply. 24 hours later you'll be able to taste and experience the difference for yourself. 

TimeAndOak.com

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Upscale Gastronomy on the Lower East Side

The Iconic Chloe 81 Expands with Chloe 81 Blue: A Refined Artisanal Cocktail and Oyster Bar.

Opening its doors in 2008, Chloe 81 fast became a favorite for anyone wanting a late-night drink amongst the connected New York scene. This exclusive location has now expanded to the ground floor above its iconic cellar bar with Chloe 81 Blue, offering its fashionable clientele the finest in oysters, a raw bar and crafted cocktails.

The three owners of Chloe 81 Blue – M Kouger, Brooke Smy and Michael Townsend – have been partnering in inspired hospitality ventures for over six years. Each with a specialty skill set and variety of background, together they combine for a diverse management team that brings much to both this fast-growing business and to the evolving neighborhood. In introducing this much-needed destination for fine seafood and artisanal cocktails, the team of Chloe 81 again elevates the nightlife of New York City’s Lower East Side.

“The LES has changed dramatically in the past few years. There is a lot more foot traffic, affluence and excitement surrounding the area and we're thrilled to have been and to continue to be a part of it“, says M Kouger, co-owner of Chloe 81. “Our collective vision as a management team is to create spaces that bring in a wide array of guests looking for quality food, cocktails and quite simply, a really good time”.

Over the last decade, New York’s Lower East Side has become the neighborhood of choice for those wanting to experience an authentic taste of the city. No longer dirty streets and dive bars, the LES is now home to some of New York’s most inspired boutiques, bars and eateries. Bringing further vibrancy to the neighborhood, Chloe 81 Blue takes its inspiration from a Parisian bistro with custom-designed bar and handcrafted furniture built entirely for this special space. Blue banquettes continue yet contrast the red theme from the cellar bar, set against pristine subway tiling, polished steel finishing and Victorian tin ceilings to create an atmosphere that raises its already high reputation of social excellence.

Address:                      Chloe 81 Blue          

81 Ludlow St. (between Delancey and Broome), Lower East Side, New York, NY 10002

Hours:                         5pm–12pm Weekdays, 5pm–2am Weekends

For more information visit www.chloe81.com. For all media inquiries contact VOCAL.  

NYWC: Join us at MAN Show

MAN NEW YORK welcomes a special installment of The New York Whiskey Club

Monkey Shoulder

Monkey Shoulder is made from a trio of ne Speyside single malts - Glen ddich, Balvenie, Kininvie. It is one of the few remaining whisky distilleries in the world still using manual mixing techniques during the production process. In history, when turning the malting barley with the shiel, resembling a wooden shovel, malt men would develop a work injury which came to be known as “monkey shoulder”, for which this whisky is named. Today, Monkey Shoulder whiskey has adopted the same time-tested techniques - without the risk of personal injury - to create their signature triple malt Scotch whisky. 

Hakushu 12 Year

Sourced from the pristine mountain forest waters of the Southern Japanese Alps, the Hakushu distillery is one of the highest in the world. The blend of unpeated, lightly and heavily peated component whiskies bases its superior character o the peaked barley imported from Scotland for re nement and distillation in Japan. It is no wonder that Hakushu is a “green and fresh” whisky, praised by the most curious whisky connoisseurs and lovers of gastronomy. Its crisp and vibrant feel, unique in a single malt, enlivens and liberates your senses. 

Hibiki

Meaning “resonance” in Japanese, the soft yet complex taste pro le of Hibiki is created from unique bamboo charcoal ltering and plum liqueur cask maturation. Created from a symphony of whiskies, the aromas and extremely smooth palate are the result of ne craftsmanship and the unrivaled art of blending. Hibiki’s unique 24-facet bottle honors the whisky’s heritage by symbolizing the traditional Japanese lunar calendar, where the year is symbolically divided into twenty four equal parts. 

Yamazaki 12 Year

The rst and original Japanese whisky handcrafted at Japan’s oldest distillery built in 1923, Yamazaki is made from Scotti- sh barley, distilled and matured in Japan using Mizunara oak barrels. The master blender for this Suntory whiskey has eaten the same lunch for the past 28 years - a shrimp tempura Udon - so that his palate is exactly the same everyday when tasting and blending whiskies. Whisky drinkers will love the smooth, honeyed taste of Yamazaki 12 year single malt. 

Cutty Sark Prohibition Edition

Released 80 years after the end of the era which it celebrates, Cutty Sark Prohibition Edition has been crafted as a salute to the notorious Captain William McCoy, who smuggled Cutty Sark blended Scotch whisky into America during the Prohibition era of 1920-1933. Captain McCoy’s impeccable reputation for dealing only in the nest, genuine and unadul- terated liquor gave rise to Cutty Sark being referred to as “The Real McCoy”. This smooth Cutty Sark exhibits a lingering warmth and subtle hints of spics. 

The New York Whiskey Club brings together a group of discerning aficionados to discuss cultural happenings in fashion, film, politics, sex, music, art.

Introducing: Farmhouse Restaurant

After opening an upstairs oyster bar back in September, the owners of Ludlow Street basement boîte Chloe 81 have turned their adjacent spot, Sebastian LC, into a “New American bistro” called Farmhouse.

The chef is still Sebastian Maczko (also of Sebastian’s predecessor Casanis as well as Chloe 81’s Williamsburg spot Morgane), but rather than trafficking in French-Cuban, he’s going in an Italian-American direction via a selection of pastas, some of which are handmade, and handmade “raviolis” [sic] as well.

Cocktails include classics like Le Boulevardier and Last Word as well as newfangled twists like a Mezcal Mule that looks similar to the ones you can score at places like Cafe El Presidente and PDT.

Lunch and brunch is served from 11am to 4pm, and dinner is served Sunday through Thursday from 5pm to 11pm and Fridays and Saturdays till midnight. For all media inquiries contact VOCAL.  

TINY EMPIRE Juice Cleanse

A TINY CLEANSE 

Modern life takes its toll on the body and the mind. But thereʼs no reason to stop burning the candle at both ends; at least, not entirely. A short remedial cleanse is enough to put a bounce back in your step and a smile back on your face. Tailored to the most common ailments of todayʼs New Yorker, each Tiny Juice Cleanse of raw organic fruits, vegetables, boosters and herbal tinctures addresses a specific range of issues that energize the body and reinvigorate the mind.

TINY HOUSEKEEPER (cleanse #1)

Itʼs all too easy to allow the good intentions to remain just that while grabbing a slice on your way to evening drinks, only to sleep through the alarm and skip your morning run. Make your good intentions positive actions with the Tiny Housekeeper cleanse, cleansing the way for more productive days ahead.

Intensity:              Beginner

Intention:              Rest, Restore, Revive

Price:                   $61

Daily Program:     Aloe shot, Juice #1, Chia Oatmeal or Acai Bowl, Juice #2 or Juice #4, Kale Salad (two selections), Juice #5, Almond Milk (regular or spiced).

TINY OVERHAUL (cleanse #2)

As the original Tiny Empire juice cleanse, this one remains our personal favorite. Simple enough to manage within a hectic schedule, The Tiny Overhaul is a more intense cleanse to allow moderate detoxification while minimizing the side effects encountered with a deeper cleanse. For those confident in their commitment to a juice cleanse, but concerned about an ever-full inbox, the Tiny Overhaul is for you.

Intensity:              Intermediate

Intention:              Nourish, Energize, Invigorate

Price:                   $57

Daily Program:     Aloe Shot, Juice #1, Juice #2, Juice #3, Juice #4,Juice #5, Almond Milk (regular or spiced)

TINY EMPIRE STRIKES BACK (cleanse #3)

The tiny empire that is your body is governed by the nutrients and maintenance that you provide. As the more intense of the three Tiny Juice Cleanses, this program allows your digestive, immune and lymphatic systems to strike back against the effects of our synthetic world to achieve homeostatic harmony.

Intensity:              Advanced

Intention:              Detoxify, Heal, Balance

Price:                   $52

Daily Program:     Aloe Shot, Chlorella Shot (or possible shot choice - explain) Juice #2, Juice #3, Juice #4, Juice #11, Almond Milk (regular or spiced)

FOUNDATIONS & FUNCTIONS

Diet and nutrition is like everything else in life: you get out what you put in. An opportunistic diet based around processed foods and quick snacks not only deprives your body of essential nutrients, but far worse, introduces a range of synthetic and toxic substances that require proactive metabolic removal from your system. Over time, as intake exceeds your bodyʼs ability to keep the system clean, these substances accumulate and impede biological function. While the most common effects include fatigue and lethargy, more severely a prolonged poor diet can lead to chronic illness and disease.

A juice cleanse creates a healthier system in two ways. First, it restricts your personal diet to natural foods that provide your body with the vitamins, minerals and enzymes required for healthy function. Second, and of prime importance, this cleanse period gives your system some much-needed rest, allowing attention to be given to the processing and removal of toxins residing in muscles, tissues and organs. The result is a tuned machine that can better cleanse itself moving forward.

PROCESS & PREPARATION

As with a happy hour, a juice cleanse can have some next-day effects that arenʼt as originally intended. The cleansing of accumulated toxins causes a switch in metabolic process that prioritizes essential function over performance. Many people experience initial fatigue, reduced alertness, mild headaches or a decline in motivation. Although not common to everyone, your motivation is the resulting mental clarity, biological health, increases energy and glowing complexion.

To make your juice cleanse the success you expect, give some thought to the following.

Rope in a Friend

Not only will the personal support make the process easier, but everythingʼs more fun with your buddies.

Hit the Ground Running

Take a few days to get into a consistent routine while still in familiar territory. Better still, start a few days early with a focus on non-processed foods and beverages.

Make Your Excuses

Your body needs rest for optimum performance, and even more rest for reparation. Inform your gang that you wonʼt make it to that party next Wednesday.

Decaffeinate

Cutting out the coffee prior to starting your juice cleanse not only gives you a head start, but breaks that habit you will be refraining from during your cleanse days.

That Little Something

All good deeds deserve to go unpunished. Decide on a personal reward for your cleanse dedication, then go get it.

TINY TIPS

Liquid Life

Drinking at least half a gallon of water each day facilitates the removal of toxins through the bodyʼs natural waste systems. Add a freshly-squeezed lemon to flavor your water and give your immune system a boost.

Rest & Recover

A good nightʼs sleep does wonders for the body. Taking a break from exercise for the days of your juice cleanse will further allow your body to prioritize the recovery process of detoxifying.

Sweat it Out

Take advantage of that trial gym membership and hit the steam room. Sweat is another of bodyʼs waste elimination pathways and an ideal way to increase the rejuvenating effects of your juice cleanse.

Body Brush

The use of a dry body brush stimulates the circulation and increases the effectiveness of the lymphatic system. While dry brushing has the obvious effect of smoothing skin, it has also been shown to improve digestion and kidney function.

Ease Out

For the days following your juice cleanse, or for as long as possible, keep your diet centered around fresh fruits and raw salads, and avoid dairy products.

TINY EMPIRE Introduces Small-Batch Juice Cleanse Program

A Fresh and Easy Step to Better Living.

Brooklyn-based organic juicers Tiny Empire are proud to offer their newly conceived cleanse program. With three program options containing a liquid myriad of flavor combinations, each Tiny Juice Cleanse is a naturally delicious way to give your body some well-deserved respite.

Each cleanse program is comprised of a preselected assortment of functionally specific juice blends. Taken in any order, they work together to thoroughly nurture healthy bodily systems and bolster biological functions. While primarily intended to cleanse, each program has been designed to deliver a distinct physical result; the Tiny Housekeeper promotes rejuvenation, the Tiny Overhaul energizes, and the Tiny Empire Strikes Back detoxifies for overall wellbeing.

“Tiny Empire’s goal is to create unadulterated, wholly nutritious products; we’re strictly fresh and organic, and make small batches daily,” says founder Anthony Spadaro. “Our cleanse packages have been developed with the modern New Yorker in mind, benefitting all who feel the wear of city life.”

Altogether, the cleanse program is formidable adversary to the little detractions that, when added together, prevent us from being our best possible selves. When paired with a sunshine-laden bike trek over the Williamsburg Bridge or a limbering session of morning yoga, the Tiny Juice Cleanse programs are the ideal way to revilatize the tiny empire that is your body.

Tiny Empire

142 N 6th St

Brooklyn, NY 11249

For more information please visit www.tinyempirenyc.com

VIP Launch of Chloe 81

Jazz, Oysters & Champagne VIP Launch ft. Nancy Whang (DJ), DJ Justine D, DJ Queen Majesty.

Three awesome DJs putting down awesomeness at the launch for this sweet looking party. While we're pretty sure you'll be really busy with Fashion Week, maybe you can stop by this one and get down! Make sure you're on the list to attend. RSVP here to do so: rsvp@vocalnyc.com.