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Hiking in Austin – 9 Best Hike Trails & Hiking Spots

August 13, 2021 by Jessica Pino 7 Comments

Best Hiking Spots in Austin

Hiking on the Greenbelt in Austin (Credit: Erin May)

It has been scientifically proven that spending time in nature has significant positive mental health benefits. With hundreds of parks and greenbelts all over Austin, we never lack access to nature. Our green space is one of the most unique things we have in Austin. With the help of a fellow blogger, I came up with nine of the best hiking spots in Austin for all of us to utilize and protect, organized by geographic area. [Read more…]

Filed Under: Activities, Discoveries Tagged With: hiking

Guide to Austin’s East Sixth Street

February 25, 2020 by Jessica Pino 3 Comments

Guide to Austin's East Sixth

There are three sections of Sixth Street in Austin: West, East, and what locals refer to as Dirty. West Sixth is the section of Sixth Street that runs west from Congress Avenue. For the most part, the nightlife scene ends at North Lamar Boulevard.

For locals, Dirty Sixth runs from Congress to I-35 even though technically, and according to street signs, East Sixth Street starts at Congress Avenue and runs east. But when you hear locals talk about East Sixth, we are referencing anything east of I-35. Don’t get confused by the street signs; you’ll be talking like a local in no time.

East Sixth as we know and love it today is an eclectic blend of shops, restaurants, dives, and cocktail bars. It’s also quite new–in relation to Dirty or West Sixth–with the gentrification of east Austin surging in the past 10 years.

Here are 15 of my favorite East Sixth Street establishments you won’t want to miss.

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Filed Under: Drink, Entertainment, Food, Food & Drink, Music, Nightlife Tagged With: bars, eastside, sixth street

Austin’s Best Bazaars, Fairs, and Markets for Your Holiday Shopping

November 26, 2019 by Jessica Pino Leave a Comment

Austin's Best Markets for Holiday Shopping

The holidays can be a joyous time of year with friends and family. But this season can also be stressful, as you try to find the perfect gift for those you love.

Whether you’re looking for arts, crafts, Texas foods, or gift certificates, our team at The Austinot believes local gifts make the best gifts! So here’s a rundown of the best bazaars, fairs, and markets in Austin to make your holiday shopping a breeze.

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Filed Under: Entertainment, Events Tagged With: christmas

No More Waiting Until the Weekend Because El Burro Serves Brunch Daily

March 1, 2017 by Jessica Pino Leave a Comment

El Burro Seating Austin

El Burro is now open for lunch and brunch (Credit: Jessica Pino)

Editor’s Note: El Burro closed suddenly in July 2017.

I love checking out new restaurants because I like to experience a restaurant in its infancy stage, when it’s still learning to “walk.” It can be rewarding to watch a local restaurant come into its own. I find that younger restaurants are also more likely to take risks and experiment, as they figure out their style and role in the community they serve.

El Burro, located in the Lamar Union, is one of Austin’s infant restaurants I recently checked out. From the owners of VOX Table, El Burro opened its doors in December 2016. When they started serving brunch and lunch, I couldn’t stay away. [Read more…]

Filed Under: Archives Tagged With: brunch, south austin, south lamar

Life Is Literally a Box of Chocolates at Chocolaterie Tessa

February 1, 2017 by Jessica Pino Leave a Comment

Chocolaterie Tessa in Austin

Chocolaterie Tessa is not your usual chocolate store (Credit: Jessica Pino)

Finding the perfect gift can be a struggle. You want to give something thoughtful, but also something that won’t go to waste, or worse, be re-gifted. I’m happy to announce I’ve finally found the perfect gift! It can be given on any occasion, to men and women. It’s a gift guaranteed to be shared, but never re-gifted. And, best of all, it’s made right here in Austin, Texas. I’m talking about handmade chocolates from Chocolaterie Tessa.

This local chocolate shop in north Austin will protect you from any gift-giving faux pas. I recently met with Tessa Halstead for a tour of her factory, and to learn more about her handmade, small-batch chocolates. [Read more…]

Filed Under: Discoveries, Local Business Tagged With: burnet, north austin

Cocktails, Bar Food and Brunch at Revelry Kitchen + Bar on East Sixth

January 18, 2017 by Jessica Pino Leave a Comment

Murals Revelry Kitchen and Bar

Murals adorn the walls at Revelry Kitchen + Bar (Credit: RKB)

While the word revelry means “lively and noisy festivities, especially when these involve drinking a large amount of alcohol,” according to Oxford Dictionary, don’t let Revelry Kitchen + Bar fool you. Their food inspires just as much merriment as their cocktails. Even better, all the festivities won’t leave you broke.

One of the newest spots on East Sixth Street, Revelry strives to give revelers an affordable, boisterous and inviting choice among the many watering holes in the area. I went for Sunday brunch and stayed for the drinks. Every aspect of Revelry Kitchen + Bar is on point. Here’s all you need to know before heading there. [Read more…]

Filed Under: Drink, Food, Food & Drink Tagged With: brunch, cocktails, eastside, sixth street

Best Spots to Sit & Sip a Glass of Wine in Austin

January 3, 2017 by Jessica Pino 9 Comments

Wine in Austin

I’m a recovering wine snob. Years ago, I only drank high-end bottles with other wine snob friends. We would eat cheese while sipping, sniffing and discussing wines. Then I moved to Italy, where delicious wines cost as little as $5.

And then it hit me.

It’s not about this varietal or that vintage, or even what pairs best with what. It’s simpler than that. Much like any alcoholic beverage of choice, you drink it because you like it. And the reason you drink is to celebrate friends, family, careers or life events.

Here are some top-notch spots to sit and sip a glass of wine in Austin with your closest friends, family or colleagues. They aren’t necessarily the most high-end in town, but they’ve got soul. [Read more…]

Filed Under: Drink, Food & Drink Tagged With: bars, wine

Multi-Regional Italian Cuisine Hits Downtown Austin at Red Ash Italia

December 2, 2016 by Jessica Pino Leave a Comment

Red Ash Italia Kitchen in Austin

Peering into the kitchen at Red Ash Italia in downtown Austin (Credit: Susannah Haddad)

Tex-Mex and steakhouses may be the Texas standard, but when it comes to Austin’s growing culinary scene there are many cuisines challenging that tradition. Italian food is one of the most popular cuisines across America, yet in Austin we lack authentic options.

Only in the last five to ten years have we seen an increase in authentic Italian pizza locally, but Italian food is much more than just pizza. Finally, Red Ash Italia offers dishes that highlight both northern and southern Italian styles of cooking. Here’s what awaits you when you visit Austin’s Red Ash Italia. [Read more…]

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

Burn Introduces Roman-Style Pizza to East Austin

November 2, 2016 by Jessica Pino Leave a Comment

Burn Pizza Austin

Burn Pizza + Bar introduces Roman-style pizza to East Austin

Editor’s Note: As of December 2016, Burn is closed.

Growing up in a pizza shop has made me a pizza connoisseur. Being Italian has made me a pizza snob. I know a thing or two about pizza, and Italian food in general.

While I still stand by my 2014 list of “5 Best Pizza Joints in Austin,” I’ve found many new spots over the past two years I’d gladly add. One of them is Burn Pizza + Bar on East Sixth Street. Before you run out to try this pie, here’s everything you need to know. [Read more…]

Filed Under: Archives Tagged With: eastside, pizza

Skill Levels Converge at Creative Side Jewelry Academy in Austin

October 20, 2016 by Jessica Pino Leave a Comment

Creative Side Metal Works Welding

Credit: Creative Side Metal Works

Living in a city like Austin, with so much music and art around to enjoy, it’s no wonder we often feel an urge to tap into our creative side. Whether you already have a craft you dabble in or are looking for something new, you should consider the art of metalsmithing! Smithing is the craft of using metal to create items such as tools, kitchenware and jewelry, and is one of the oldest occupations. No wonder Smith is such a common last name.

Sounds like a difficult craft to try out, right? Wrong! Creative Side Jewelry Academy–and their latest expansion, Creative Side Metal Works–allows the average Austinite to tap into his or her creative side and learn how to forge, solder, melt and mold metal. [Read more…]

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