Cameras

Final Photo from my Nikon D90

After almost 9 years, my Nikon D90 finally bit the dust in March while I was shooting a few photos of the Pirelli World Challenge at Circuit of the Americas.  That camera went from California to Maine and many points in between.  I learned most of what I know about digital photography with it, and it was also the camera I used to get started with photography for Floyd Real Estate. 

I replaced it with a used Nikon DSLR I bought for a delightfully low price at Precision Camera here in Austin.

Austin Area Housing Market Report for June 2018

June 2018 Austin-Area Housing Report

June 2018 City of Austin Housing Report

Infographics courtesy of Austin Board of REALTORS®.  Visit www.abor.com/statsjune18 for more information.  And, of course, contact Floyd Real Estate if you want to buy or sell property in the Austin area.

Pork Chop Friday Update

Pork Chop, at Its Finest

There isn't much more I can say about Perry's Pork Chop Friday ("PCF") special in downtown Austin.  If you live in Austin and are reading this, you've probably been there.  I used to be a frequent flier, though my love for beef has resulting in my becoming a patron of Lonesome Dove's Prime Rib Friday lunches. 

Every once and a while, I do make it back for the magic of PCF.  Last week we joined a friend (as well as fellow Floyd Real Estate agent) for pork and discovered a delicious new side (or at least, new to me). 

Asparagus at Perry's

I enjoy asparagus roasted or steamed.  It tastes great with a topping of chimichurri (a delightful side at ALC Steaks) or wrapped in bacon (because what doesn't taste great with bacon?).   But, I've never had it as good as I had it at Perry's last week: fried and smothered in lump crab meat.   I highly recommend this as a side to your massive (and value priced) pork chop at PCF.

I looked up the nutritional data on the fried asparagus.  You should not (note the absence of a link).  Instead, have a dish with salmon and non-fried vegetables (e.g. the Caesar with jerk salmon at Zax's is good) on Thursday then on Friday head over to Perry's ready to indulge.  

Celebrate National Fried Chicken Day

Hot Chicken Tenders from Tumble 22

Tumble 22 Location Behind Star Bar

Apparently, today is National Fried Chicken Day.  While I think many of these days are silly, I'm going to proceed henceforth with plans to honor fried chicken by eating at Tumble 22.  In case you haven't heard of this place, they serve up delicious chicken at varying levels of heat from "wimpy" to "fire in the hole".   I usually stick with "hot" or "mo' hot".  I've seen people eat fire in the hole (reputed to include ghost peppers) and the struggle has not looked pleasant.  As someone who enjoys a little heat but doesn't want to be in a contest with my food, I stick to the lower spicy levels.  

Generally speaking, the chicken is fried to plump and juicy perfection.  Get whatever heat level you prefer and you'll most likely be quite pleased.  If you need further endorsement: I can report that my brother-in-law, a Nashville resident who is a fan of Prince's Hot Chicken and Hattie B's Hot Chicken, also loves the hot chicken from Tumble 22.  

Go forth and enjoy fried chicken tonight.  Tumble 22 has a trailer behind Star Bar plus a brick and mortar on Burnet.  Also, keep at least some energy on reserve as tomorrow is National Dive Bar Day. 

Creative Fund Trivia: July 2018

Dave Floyd, About to Host Some Trivia

Creative Fund Trivia Night is back!  In addition to being an attorney and a Realtor, I also enjoy hosting live team trivia as well as helping to raise money for Austin artists.  

Join us on July 18th at Austin's Scoot Inn for a live team trivia fundraiser benefitting The Creative Fund.  As always, form teams of 4-6 to participate in 5 rounds of questioning and 1 round of picture puzzles.  Come with a team, or come alone and find a team to join.  

Tickets are $20 per person.  Moreover, there will be a raffle during the event.  Proceeds go to The Creative Fund and its efforts to help Austin's performing artists afford rental fees at local venues.  

Tickets are available now.  Buy early, and buy often.