Saturday, February 13, 2010

Olivia opens for lunch to give a delicious start to the weekend


A LEISURELY LUNCH, SOUTH AUSTIN STYLE
Olivia opens for lunch to give a delicious start to the weekend

WHAT:
Olivia, the revered South Austin bastion of sustainable, local eating, will be opening its doors for lunch on Fridays & Saturdays. Chef James Holmes and newly-appointed Chef de Cuisine, Andrew Francisco will be collaborating each week on a menu that will offer a seasonal selection of sandwiches, salads and other Olivia favorites such as steak frites and seasonal pasta and fish dishes.

WHEN:
Fridays & Saturdays, starting February 1911:00 am – 2:00 pm

WHERE:
Olivia
2043 South Lamar
Austin, TX 78704

ABOUT:
After opening its doors in 2008, Olivia has gained countless praise for its innovative take on Mediterranean cuisine with a seasonal, Southern spin. Chef Holmes is a fervent locavore who changes his menu at Olivia every day ensuring that it captures the absolute best the market has to offer. A follower of seasons and an avid supporter of local ranchers, farmers and artisans, the majority of the menu items, from the tiniest herb to the chunkiest cut of lamb, come from Texas. This dedication resulted in Bon Appétit magazine naming Olivia among the “Top Ten Best New Restaurants in America” in 2009 and an invitation to cook at the James Beard House in 2010. The restaurant is open for dinner Monday-Thursday from 5:30-10:00; Friday and Saturday from 5:30-11:00; Sunday brunch from 10:30-2:30 and Sunday dinner from 5:30-9:00. The restaurant is located at 2043 S. Lamar Blvd, Austin TX, 78704 and reservations can be made by calling 512.804.2700.


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MEDIA CONTACT:
Bread & Butter Public Relations
Meredith Vachon
512-363-6485

Ali Slutsky
815-210-7454

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