Guest article by C. Cimmone Here in Central Texas, we never really put away what little winter-wear we own. But we do burst out the door at spring’s first light and sigh, “Ahhhh…” Flowers are blooming in the Texas sun; mulch needs refreshing after winter freezes; and pesky weeds need pulling between sips of iced tea. […]
It’d Be a Whole Lot Cooler if You Knew These 6 Dazed and Confused Spots
Guest article by Jayla Andrulonis Since its 1993 debut, “Dazed and Confused” has been a cornerstone of the coming-of-age film genre, full of 1970s nostalgia, incredible music, and Matthew McConaughey in salmon-colored bell-bottoms. The film follows the intertwining lives of a group of teenagers here in Austin, Texas, as they experience their last day of school […]
Austinites Heal With Kermit the Therapy Dog
Guest article by Jesselyn Parks “We were sitting underneath a tree and looking out over the field”, Melissa Unfred said, with a palpable, reflective calm in her voice. She’s telling this story over a speakerphone, with the roar of the highway audible on the line. Unfred is 1,100 miles into a 1,300-mile journey. She’s returning to […]
11 Austin Businesses That Use Weird Sculptures to Get Your Attention
I have a special appreciation for local businesses that go out of their way to erect sculptural somethings to entice me. This includes eight-foot-tall gorillas. And 10-foot-long, fully-loaded sandwiches. And hippie church gospel taco queens, like Maria. Here are 11 local business sculptures keeping Austin weird.
10 Running Trails That Inspire Austinites to Lace Up Their Shoes
Beginning a new running routine, preparing for a race, or simply bored with indoor cardio? Regardless of whether you’re a novice or experienced runner, Austin running trails are waiting for you. With temperate weather in our city for most of the year, these 10 trails provide variety in both mileage and terrain. Lace up those […]
Creature Coffee Co. Subscription Service Delivers Locally Roasted Coffee
As an avid coffee drinker, I’ve had my share of good and bad brews. I’m particular and I know what I like. As a result, I tend to frequent the same coffee shops around Austin. But then, I discovered Creature Coffee.
5 Fun Things to Do With Animals in Austin
It’s no secret that Austin is a thriving city with plenty of activities to enjoy. While it’s common knowledge that Austin is also super dog-friendly, do you know about the other fur-friend attractions? Don’t worry; we did the research for you. Here are five fun things to do with animals in Austin!
6 Austin Butcher Shops Preparing Meat the Old-fashioned Way
Angelo the butcher looked like something from a horror movie. He had a weathered face, one eye, and wore a bloody apron. Everywhere he went, he had a butcher’s knife in hand. The man never smiled. To a 12-year-old boy in northern New Jersey, he was terrifying. He was also a culinary surgeon. Grunting and […]
Everything You Don’t Know About the Best Murals in Austin
It feels like nearly every block of Austin has some giant expression of creativity blasted against its walls for the world to see. Most murals appear suddenly, in places you wouldn’t expect: on a downtown high-rise, against the back side of a coffee shop, in an abandoned alleyway behind a dumpster. It’s part of Austin’s […]
HayleyCakes and Cookies Makes Treats Too Pretty to Eat (But We Can’t Resist)
If you have a major sweet tooth like I do, then you’re probably constantly on the lookout for delicious and unique desserts. Instagram does a good job of helping with my discovery process, especially when I want a local treat. Now I can have my cake and eat it, too, thanks to Austin-based HayleyCakes and […]
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