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6 Favorite Comfort Foods From Austin Restaurants (Austinot Blogger Edition)

Posted on May 4, 2020 by Adrienne Albregts

We could all use a little comfort right about now, eh? We’re stuck indoors, teaching kids, missing milestones, trying to stay healthy, and getting used to that Zoom life. If there’s one thing that can ease the stress, then it’s local comfort food from our favorite restaurants in Austin.

That being said, our Austinot team did a (virtual) huddle to round up our favorite foods currently available for convenient pick-up and/or delivery. Enjoy!

[Read more…]

Filed Under: Food, Food & Drink

Inside Literature Brings Hope and Education to Pre-trial Inmates

Posted on February 22, 2019 by Adrienne Albregts

Inside Literature Books

Sampling of books taught at Inside Literature program (Credit: Inside Literature)

In the words of Frederick Douglass, “Once you learn to read, you will be forever free.” That quote rings true to students of Inside Literature, a local nonprofit dedicated to teaching pre-trial inmates reading skills through great works of literature.

[Read more…]

Filed Under: Et Cetera, Non-Profits

There’s an Airstream for That: 6 Local Businesses on Wheels

Posted on May 9, 2017 by Adrienne Albregts

Austin Business in Airstream

When you live in a city where technology, creativity and entrepreneurism intersect, I don’t recommend googling “Austin mobile businesses.” You must be more specific. Otherwise, you’ll get mixed results: 50 percent app developers and 50 percent companies operating out of Airstream trailers.

These local establishments have all said “no” to traditional brick and mortar in favor of operating a business on wheels. [Read more…]

Filed Under: Discoveries, Local Business

Check Out 17 of the Most Insta-worthy Places in Austin

Posted on January 25, 2017 by Adrienne Albregts

Places to Take Instagram Photos in Austin

Credit: Stephanie Bruno

Austin is quickly becoming one of the hottest travel destinations in the nation. Bachelors and bachelorettes, food and fashion bloggers, and weekend road-trippers are flocking here by the dozens. And they’re posting all about it on Instagram.

So whether you live here or are coming to visit, make sure to check out 17 of the most Insta-worthy places in Austin.

[Read more…]

Filed Under: Activities, Discoveries

Austin Cryotherapy Treatments Offer Pain, Allergy Relief With Frigid Cold

Posted on December 28, 2016 by Adrienne Albregts

whole body cryotherapy session at Recovery Zone

Hands and feet are protected during a whole body cryotherapy session (Credit: Recovery Zone)

Never in my wildest dreams did I think standing in negative 240 degrees – nekkid – would make me feel so good.

[Read more…]

Filed Under: Discoveries, Local Business

12 Don’t-Miss Houses to Explore During AIA Austin Homes Tour

Posted on September 30, 2016 by Adrienne Albregts

AIA Austin Homes Tour 2016

AIA Austin Homes Tour 2016 takes place Oct. 15 and 16 (Credit: Leonid Furmansky)

Whether you have a preference for modern, industrial or quirky design, there is something for you during this year’s American Institutes of Architects (AIA) Austin Homes Tour. Learn more about the 12 innovative homes featured on this year’s tour, scheduled for Oct. 15-16, 2016.

[Read more…]

Filed Under: Entertainment, Events

What’s New at Z’Tejas? Hatch Chile Feast, Cocktails and Cornbread for a Cause

Posted on August 16, 2016 by Adrienne Albregts

Z'Tejas Cocktail and Bartender

Lemons in Paradise (left) and Chelsea Rundberg behind the bar (right) at the W. 6th Street location of Z’Tejas (Credit: Z’Tejas)

On occasion, I enjoy a cocktail in downtown Austin. Oh, who am I kidding? Most nights, I’m on a bar stool. Living close to the famous Sixth Street, I probably have too many choices to revisit any place more than once or twice. But the one spot that keeps me coming back is Z’Tejas, for two reasons: 1) my favorite bartender, Chelsea, whose margaritas could probably fix global warming, and 2) the mac and cheese.

Recent changes at Z’Tejas have given me a few more reasons. [Read more…]

Filed Under: Drink, Food, Food & Drink Tagged With: sixth street

10 Socially Responsible Companies to Support in Austin

Posted on April 15, 2016 by Adrienne Albregts

Socially Responsible Companies in Austin

Living in Austin comes with serious responsibility. There are rules you must abide by, such as 1) eat breakfast tacos, 2) support musicians and 3) buy local everything. If you break the rules, you get kicked out. No exceptions.

If you’re up for the challenge of living in one of the greatest cities in America, you’ll be in like-minded company alongside businesses that are socially conscious. We want to celebrate 10 of these cause-oriented, socially responsible companies in Austin.

[Read more…]

Filed Under: Discoveries, Local Business

Lease Buddies Will Find Your Next Austin Roommate

Posted on September 11, 2015 by Adrienne Albregts

Lease Buddies Roommate Finder in Austin

Find your next roommate the non-creepy way

As a former relationship advice columnist, I used to get asked this question all the time: “What’s the key to a successful relationship?” My answer was (and still is), “Be a good roommate.” Being respectful of someone’s space and time is a must in any type of relationship, romantic or otherwise. Unfortunately, finding that good roommate can be a big challenge.

Moving to a new town, or even just across town, is one of the most stressful things you’ll do in your life. And with so many people moving to Austin, properties get snatched up faster than free breakfast tacos at work. If you find one you like, you have to act immediately. So what happens when you find the perfect place, but can’t afford it? You get a roommate.

First, you post a status to Facebook, “Hey, I need a roommate!” and then sulk and/or cry a little bit when no one responds. Then you check Craigslist, but shut ‘er down after realizing your best option is the dude who posted a picture of himself in a Burger King crown, playing cards with his cat. [Read more…]

Filed Under: Discoveries, Local Business

7 Extraordinary Mac and Cheese Options in Austin

Posted on August 25, 2015 by Adrienne Albregts

Green chili mac and cheese Roaring Fork

Roaring Fork’s green chili mac and cheese (Credit: Susan S. Bradley)

Mac and cheese often gets overlooked in Austin, where brisket and tacos reign supreme. But what’s better than creamy, cheesy carbs? Nothing.

With so many remarkable restaurants in town, you have plenty of gourmet options to tantalize your need for cheese. Next time you go out, just say no to BBQ and Tex-Mex, and give cheese a chance.

Check out my favorite options in town!

[Read more…]

Filed Under: Food, Food & Drink Tagged With: pasta

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