When three young adults ages 19, 17 and 16 are the owners and operators of an Austin cafe, you’d probably expect mediocrity and anticipate the worst. But you would be wrong. Very wrong. Enter Austin (19), Kesley (17) and Sunny (16): Native Austinites and the children of Greg and Jenn White. If you’ve been looking […]
Corner Bar: Where Everybody Knows Your Name
Okay, so it isn’t Cheers. But whenever I’ve been to the Corner Bar in Austin, I’ve found that feel of familiarity. Customers are frequently greeted by name, and even new patrons are welcomed as if they had been there several times before. Corner Bar is a small location in the growing South Lamar area, but […]
Exclusive: Saints of Valory Untold Story
Loud drums, loud bass and chemistry. This is the story of the Saints of Valory, never fully told or published until now. Before you go any further, know that if you ever decide to take on chronicling a band’s history, take my advice and get all of the band members together in one room, chain them to […]
Search for the Best Burger Joint in Austin: Mighty Fine Burgers
I’m a huge burger fan. Anyone who knows me knows that burgers are one of my all-time favorite foods. If my metabolism weren’t so darn slow, I’d eat them four days a week. I’m always looking for that next great burger joint. When I first started blogging in Austin, I wanted to do a series […]
Visionary GM Takes Control of The Belmont in Austin
Humility and honor are worth more than wisdom. These words are boldly tattooed on the chest of Raul Garcia, the new General Manager of The Belmont. Raul is a visionary with years of high-end experience in the restaurant/nightclub/bar industry. Originally from South America, Raul has worked and managed some of the top spots in Miami Beach and […]
3 Reasons Blanco State Park Should Be on Your Austin Summer To-Do List
Summer is here in Austin and we’re already starting to feel the heat. For those of you new to the area, it’s only going to get hotter. But there’s good news. Early summer in Austin is one of the best times of the year to break out the picnic basket and get your outdoor time […]
Johnny T’s BBQ: Mouthwatering Texas Joint in Round Rock
I’m always looking for those great Texas BBQ spots anywhere close to Austin, and you know that when I’ve found one I’m going to share it. Those that have kept up with the Austinot also know that when we review a spot, we shoot straight from the hip. Recently, Brittany and I were out and about […]
Why BarCraft Austin Is Becoming a Local Phenomenon
Imagine 120,000 people live in a stadium shouting at the top of their lungs. They aren’t watching soccer, football or a concert. They are watching world championship eSports, specifically StarCraft II. Competitive live video game tournaments are taking the world by storm, and Austin has been impacted as well. As a matter of fact, Austin […]
Is Angel Sword the Best Sword Maker in the World?
A few months ago, if someone had asked me who makes the finest swords in the world I would have replied without hesitation, “the Japanese.” This shows my level of local ignorance. What if I told you that one of the world’s most talented master sword makers lives and operates in Austin’s backyard? Don’t believe me? It’s […]
Austin Java: More Than Just Austin Coffee
Editor’s Note: Austin Java is closing its Barton Springs location on July 1, 2018, due to rising property taxes. A new location will open at 5404 Manchaca Road. Running an Austin blog, I have one of the greatest jobs in the world. Every day I get to explore Austin, meet fascinating people, and write about a […]
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