Sombrero (cocktail)
A "Sombrero" cocktail is Kahlua (the Mexican coffee liqueur) and cream or milk. The drink is first cited in the 1970s. It is unknown why the name "Sombrero" (a Mexican hat) was…
Sometimes Islands (Lake Travis)
The "Sometimes Islands" are in the middle of Lake Travis (near Austin). When the water level of the lake goes down, the Sometimes Islands appear. When the water level goes up, the…
Son-of-a-Bitch Stew (Son-of-a-Gun Stew)
"Son-of-a-bitch stew" (or the more politely titled "son-of-a-gun stew") is a cowboy stew with a little bit of everything in it. In the closing years of the range (by the early…
Sonoran Hot Dog (bacon-wrapped hot dog)
"Bacon-wrapped hot dogs" have been featured in newspaper recipes since at least the 1960s. Usually these were bacon-wrapped, cheese-filled sausages. The "Sonoran hot dog" (also…
Sopaipilla (Sopapilla)
The sopaipilla (or "sopapilla") was declared in 2003 (with the law expiring in 2005) the official state pastry of Texas, along with the strudel. Yes, there are two official state…
Sope (appetizer)
"Sopes" are appetizers that are served in many Tex-Mex restaurants; it is believed that "sope" originated in Guadalajara, Mexico. Sopes have been described as little tortilla…
Soppin’ Sauce (Sopping Sauce; Sop Sauce; Moppin’ & Soppin’ Sauce; Mop & Sop Sauce)
Soppin' sauce (also "sopping sauce" or "sop sauce") is, to some, just a Texas term for a type of barbecue sauce or "finishing sauce." A "mop sauce" is…
Sorority Sauce (ranch dressing)
"Sorority sauce" has been a slang nickname for "ketchup" since at least World War II. Since about 2006, ranch dressing has been called "sorority sauce" at Texas Tech…
SoSo (South of Southtown, San Antonio)
"SoSo" is the "south of Southtown" neighborhood of San Antonio. The neighborhood nickname -- like so many others -- is inspired by New York City's 1960s-era neighborhood…
Soup of the Devil (Devil’s Soup) (=chili)
Chili has been called the "soup of the devil" or "devil's soup." Yes, it can be hot. The term "soup of the devil" supposedly dates to the 19th century, but the…
South By or Southby (South by Southwest or SXSW)
Austin's "South by Southwest" festival (since 1987) is often referred to by its initials (SXSW). In the 2000s, the festival grew very large, expanding beyond indie bands to include…
South Dallas (North Austin nickname)
North Austin is a place of suburban shopping centers, like the Arboretum and the Domain. Some people claim that North Austin doesn't have the artistic, bohemian feel of South Austin. North…
South of the Border Cider
South of the Border Cider contains apple cider and tequila. The drink is on Central Market's website and Emeril's website and is mentioned in a 1990 book, but doesn't appear in too…
South Texas Crossroads (Victoria city, county nickname)
The city of Victoria, Texas (county seat of Victoria County) is centrally located from Austin, Houston, Corpus Christi, and San Antonio. The city/county has been called the "South Texas…
South Waco Shrimp (chicken tails)
"South Waco shrimp" is another name for chicken tails. The dish is served at Krispy Chicken in Waco. Ask the ExpertYou can also look for Krispy Chicken phone 254-754-3869 located @ 601 S.…
Southern Millionaires University (Southern Methodist University/SMU nickname)
Southern Methodist University (SMU) is located near the affluent communities of University Park and Highland Park. SMU's undergraduates are sometimes stereotyped as being spoiled rich kids.…
Southside Fade (haircut)
The "Southside Fade" is a "fade" haircut that is short on the bottom and progressively thicker on the top of the head. "Southside" means the south side of Houston,…
Southwaste (for “southwest”)
"Southworst" is a derogatory term for "southwest." Southwest Airlines (based in Dallas) was nicknamed "Southworst" by at least 1991. The former Southwest Conference…
Southwest (Southwestern)
Texas has been described as part of the "South-west" since at least 1819. (Oxford English Dictionary)south-west, adv., n., and a. U.S. The south-western states. 1835 J. H. OTEY in W. M.…
Southwest Burger (Southwestern Burger)
A "Southwest Burger" (or "Southwestern Burger") is a hamburger with Southwestern ingredients. Although the ingredients vary, guacamole appears to be the most popular. Other…