Harry Potter, Eggplant and a Wine Dive - The Austin-American Statesman in 60 Seconds

by Monika Bartyzel, Posted Jul 24th 2009 @ 12:00PM

Harry Potter Licorice Wands.
Photo: foodistablog, Flickr

Harry Potter mania is rampant. When there's a magical world full of unusual food, there are foodies who figure out how to make it!
The ins and outs of summer tomato mania -- the different types, how to store them, and how to prepare them.
Are grocery brands worth it? The Statesman investigates and finds out which are best for mac and cheese, waffles and orange juice.
Houston's Max's Wine Dive hits Austin with a super-casual wine and dining experience, while El Chilito snags a second location on Barton Springs Road.
"The Next Food Network Star" held a casting call in Austin, and several hundred food fiends descended upon the city's Hyatt Regency.
Eggplant rolls from Michal Haines' "The Spice Kitchen."
Foodie highlights in central Texas.