Sunday Scaries Series

As the sunset glow filters through the floor-to-ceiling windows of Austin's converted East Side factory space, Intero Restaurant stages a ritual of Italian-inspired healing. Supported by local farm alliances, this Italian eatery redefines modern Italian cuisine with ingredients that travel directly from Texas soil to the table. 🕯️ Atmosphere & Aesthetics Hand-blown glass chandeliers hang in the lofty industrial space, where exposed brick walls engage in warm dialogue with walnut tables. In the open kitchen, Chef Kendra smokes rabbit over agave wood, filling the air with a duet of smoky and rosemary notes. 🍴 A Journey on the Tongue ▪️ Elevated Beef Carpaccio Features 28-day dry-aged beef tenderloin from 44 Farms, paired with micro arugula and 36-month-aged Parmigiano-Reggiano. The stunning addition of Texas pecan oil and blood orange gel injects Texan soul into the classic Italian recipe ▪️ Smoked Rabbit Rigatoni Handmade pasta tubes crafted daily perfectly capture the smoked rabbit ragù. The secret lies in slow-cooking with local craft porter beer, finished with crispy kale crumbs—redefining traditional pasta ▪️ Gulf Redfish Trio Daily redfish from the Gulf of Mexico, salt-crust baked to lock in juices. Served with saffron potato purée and roasted chayote, drizzled with lemon beurre blanc and parsley oil—a land-and-sea symphony 🍷 Wine Philosophy The sommelier's recommended 2020 Tuscan Sangiovese offers soft tannins that perfectly balance the smoky flavors. For local character, try Hill Country's Montepulciano, carrying unique notes of black cherry and Texas prairie wildflowers ✨ Hidden Gems Chef's tasting menu available Wednesday evenings ($125/person) Patio seating overlooks downtown skyline Honey ricotta cake on the dessert cart uses honey from their own apiary When the server presents freshly ground black pepper in antique copper pots, when the aroma of freshly baked bread dances with the scent of charcoal-grilled steak in the air, this Sunday night no longer fills you with Monday anxiety—only infinite attachment to great food and living. #AustinItalianInnovation #FarmToItalianTable #SundayHealingRitual #TexasStyleItalian #InteroTasteDiary