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Top 10 Austin Etsy Artisans

Posted on June 1, 2015 by Jessica Pino

Top Austin Etsy Artisans

There is one thing Austinites love more than breakfast tacos, and that’s local businesses. But not all local businesses are created equally. Just as an up-and-coming chef might begin their journey with a food trailer, local artisans often open virtual storefronts before they are able to expand to brick and mortar. Etsy is one of the […]

Filed Under: Arts, Culture, Discoveries, Local Business

Backyard Story Night: The Hottest Trend in Austin

Posted on May 15, 2015 by Jessica Pino

There has been a notable upswing in storytelling events in Austin. And while many of these events are formal, paid affairs, there’s a movement to make them accessible to the average Austinite. Backyard Story Night is part of this movement. The goal is simple: gather friends – and friends of friends – in a backyard to share real, unrehearsed stories. […]

Filed Under: Activities, Discoveries, Entertainment, Events, Nightlife

Extreme Sporting Made Easy with Rock About Climbing Adventures

Posted on May 1, 2015 by Jessica Pino

Can we can all agree that one of the best things about Austin is the nature around us? Even if your seasonal allergies are slowly killing you, as they are me, it’s wonderful to be surrounded by miles upon miles of parks and trails. What’s also great about Austin is that it offers adventure junkies several […]

Filed Under: Activities, Discoveries Tagged With: climbing

The Complete Guide to Austin Greenbelt Access Points and Trails

Posted on April 15, 2015 by Jessica Pino

Austin Greenbelt at Barton Creek

There are multiple greenbelts in Austin, but the Barton Creek Greenbelt is so beloved that locals commonly refer to it as “the Greenbelt,” as if it were the only one. Located in south-central Austin, the Barton Creek Greenbelt contains 12.68 miles of gorgeous trails, with the main trail spanning about 7 miles. This particular greenbelt is considered one of the top […]

Filed Under: Activities, Discoveries Tagged With: biking, fitness, hiking, swimming, swimming holes

MapJam 2015: 9 Bands, 4 Venues, 7 Food Trucks

Posted on February 20, 2015 by Jessica Pino

MapJam 2015

This weekend’s MapJam, presented by KUTX 98.9, is a one day music tour that brings Austin Music Map to life. KUTX is a relatively young radio station – they just celebrated their 2nd birthday – and one of their first ideas was Austin Music Map. The Music Map is an online collaborative effort between KUTX and their audience. It gives Austinites the […]

Filed Under: Archives

Best Authentic Italian Food Truck Opens Brick and Mortar

Posted on February 5, 2015 by Jessica Pino

Lucky's Puccias and Pizzeria on W 5th Street

Editor’s Note: Lucky’s closed on Jan. 27, 2019 due to rising rental costs. I know I’m making a bold statement. The best of anything is hard to prove with such varying taste buds as we have in Austin. But if you’re looking for truly authentic Italian food, I guarantee Lucky’s Puccias & Pizzeria will deliver. Here’s […]

Filed Under: Archives Tagged With: italian, pizza

12 Month Guide to the Biggest Austin Events

Posted on January 22, 2015 by Jessica Pino

Austin Events 2015

Austinites are an active bunch and like to have fun. But with hundreds of fun activities on the calendar, it’s hard to decide which ones to attend. We have to prioritize which events deserve our time and money. In order to help you start planning and budgeting for 2015, I’ve put together a month by month guide to the biggest Austin events, ranging […]

Filed Under: Activities, Discoveries, Entertainment, Events

7 Secret Ingredients for Coffee Heaven at Summermoon Coffee

Posted on January 7, 2015 by Jessica Pino

Summer Moon Coffee

Coffee. Some drink it black. Some with cream. And others get fancy frou-frou drinks with extra foam, double shots or even chocolate. However you take your coffee, I guarantee you have yet to reach coffee heaven. Summermoon Coffee will get you there

Filed Under: Drink, Food & Drink Tagged With: coffee, coffee shops, south 1st, south austin

Free Week 2015: SXSW for Locals

Posted on December 23, 2014 by Jessica Pino

Free Week Austin

Free Week. Sounds like a marketing gimmick, right? But it’s what I consider the true Austinite’s version of SXSW. And it’s coming up just around the corner during the first week of January. Read on to find out all you need to know about Free Week, and finally make a New Year’s resolution you can stick to.

Filed Under: Archives

Did East Side Pies Invent Austin Style Pizza?

Posted on December 15, 2014 by Jessica Pino

East Side Pies

There’s Chicago deep dish. There’s the massive, thin, foldable New York style pizza. We can even find Detroit style pizza in an Austin food trailer. But what is Austin style pizza? Answer: East Side Pies. ESP is Austin style pizza. Since their creation in 2006, East Side Pies has always delivered a high quality, fresh, local, homemade […]

Filed Under: Food, Food & Drink Tagged With: airport, anderson lane, eastside, pizza

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