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Austin Cupcakes: Best 5 Bakery Shops For Your Cupcake Craving

September 28, 2021 by Danielle Fritz Leave a Comment

Best Cupcakes in Austin
Which cupcake in Austin will become your new favorite?

As soon as I pitched this article, I realized I’d bitten off more than I could chew (cheesy pun intended). I liken cupcakes to the Hemsworth brothers: it’s impossible to pick a favorite. Rather than narrowing my list down to the best bakery (cupcakery?) in Austin, I’ve taste-tested my way around Austin and found several I love.

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Filed Under: Food, Food & Drink Tagged With: dessert, vegan

La Holly Is East Austin’s Newest Cantina With Neighborhood Vibe We Love

March 29, 2018 by Danielle Fritz 1 Comment

La Holly in East Austin

La Holly sits on the corner of Pedernales and East Sixth Street

Change is inevitable. But with change comes a bit of trepidation. Simon Madera, owner of La Holly, knows this feeling well. He took over Kellee’s Place last summer, yet kept the longstanding Tejano bar open as he worked on his project because he wanted the original building to stay intact. The outcome of Madera’s efforts is a modern cantina that respects east Austin’s history and aims to retain the neighborhood’s core essence.

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Filed Under: Drink, Food, Food & Drink Tagged With: cocktails, eastside

Greater Goods Cafe Supports Austin Charities, Offers Coffee Education

March 15, 2018 by Danielle Fritz Leave a Comment

Greater Goods Coffee East Austin

Greater Goods’ east Austin location has ample parking and seating

A good cup of coffee and a quality conversation can do wonders. But Greater Goods coffee does even more. With a second coffee shop now in east Austin, Greater Goods serves “coffee with a splash of kindness”…literally.

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Filed Under: Drink, Food & Drink Tagged With: coffee, coffee shops, eastside

10 Running Trails That Inspire Austinites to Lace Up Their Shoes

February 27, 2018 by Danielle Fritz 1 Comment

Best Austin Running Trails

Sample of popular Austin running trails (Credit: Kristin Leigh)

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 sneakers and get outdoors! [Read more…]

Filed Under: Activities, Discoveries Tagged With: fitness, running

How to Have a Perfect Day in Georgetown, TX

February 13, 2018 by Danielle Fritz 5 Comments

Day Trip to Georgetown Texas

What will you discover in Georgetown? (Credit: Ashley Alkek)

The charming town of Georgetown is just 30 minutes north of downtown Austin. It’s perfect for a day trip–you’ll find establishments and attractions suited for a variety of visitors.

Spend the day exploring the area, eating at local restaurants, and catching performances in intimate venues. Below are a few of my recommendations when you’re ready to plan your trip!

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Filed Under: Day Trips, Discoveries Tagged With: georgetown

Austin’s Food Hall Fareground Offers Quick, Tasty Options for Any Meal

January 29, 2018 by Danielle Fritz Leave a Comment

Fareground ELM Restaurant Group

Fareground at One Eleven Congress is curated by ELM Restaurant Group and features six eateries and a bar

Austin’s food scene continues to grow. With so many tasty options, decision-making can be hard. Where do I take out-of-town guests? Who in the group is a picky eater? Which restaurant do I want to try next? What if I want to eat all the things?

Luckily, Fareground at One Eleven Congress cures indecisiveness. ELM Restaurant Group is the curator and manager of Austin’s first food hall, and the six vendors located there satisfy a variety of tastes and dining needs. [Read more…]

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

9 Austin Bars With Winter Drinks to Try This Year

January 10, 2018 by Danielle Fritz 2 Comments

Geraldine's Winter Drinks in Austin

Imagine your ideal winter wonderland with a hot winter drink in hand (Credit: Sarah Jacober Spitzer for Geraldine’s)

Winter weather in Texas is consistent in one aspect: its inconsistency. Regardless of the weather outdoors, here are 9 Austin bars offering winter drinks for any type of weather. [Read more…]

Filed Under: Archives Tagged With: beer, cocktails, craft beer

Wander Into Wild Chix & Waffles, Whimsical Cafe With Sweet and Savory Food

December 28, 2017 by Danielle Fritz 1 Comment

Wild Chix & Waffles Austin Comfort Food

Wild Chix & Waffles has a whimsical interior and abundant comfort food (Credit: Jessica Attie)

Indoor swings, lounge seating, and plush conversation pillows aren’t your typical strip mall staples. But then again, Wild Chix & Waffles isn’t your typical cafe. Most cafes offer snacks and Wi-Fi. Wild Chix & Waffles takes it one step further, straight into a Wonderland-style rabbit hole. [Read more…]

Filed Under: Food, Food & Drink Tagged With: burnet, north austin

Discovering Desert Door and One of Texas’ Oldest Spirits

December 13, 2017 by Danielle Fritz Leave a Comment

Desert Door Distillery Founders

Founders Ryan Campbell, Brent Looby, and Judson Kauffman produce an all-around Texan spirit
(Credit: Desert Door)

There’s a large number of craft breweries and distilleries surrounding the Austin area, so I wasn’t shocked to hear about the opening of another distillery. Until I heard the name of the spirit, that is. Sotol? Didn’t ring a bell.

But then I received an introduction, and we became fast friends.

Known to producers in northern Mexico and the West Texans who moonshine it, sotol’s extensive history still remains unknown to most people in our area. With Desert Door’s recent opening, however, that’s about to change. [Read more…]

Filed Under: Drink, Food & Drink Tagged With: distillery, driftwood

No Early Mornings at Hye House Bed & Dinner

November 15, 2017 by Danielle Fritz Leave a Comment

Hye House Bed and Dinner

Hye House Bed & Dinner is perfect for a night or few away (Credits: Hye House, Hye Market, Hye Market Farms)

When I’m indulging in a weekend away from Austin, I cherish my time to relax. Mornings spent sipping cups of coffee, lingering over meals, and savoring time with family and friends are what I enjoy the most. It’s these simple pleasures Hye House Bed & Dinner seeks to elevate.

Just 20 miles east of Fredericksburg, Hye House Bed & Dinner offers a customized experience within a range of budgets, for both couples and small groups. Its location in the midst of the Texas Wine Trail ensures guests have plenty to do while they’re in the area. [Read more…]

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