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Tips for Smart Outdoor Exercise in Austin During COVID-19

August 5, 2020 by Katrina Cervantes Leave a Comment

Safe Outdoor Exercise in Austin During COVID-19
Outdoor exercise isn’t prohibited in Austin, but we should all follow best practices for our safety and that of our neighbors (Credit: Kurt Larson)

The pulse of Austin may have slowed, but its spirit lives on in the resilience of its people. Ways to engage in culture have moved primarily to Internet spaces, from art-viewing to live-streaming music. While we are more connected online than ever before, occasional breaks from the screen to exercise are helpful for maintaining mental and physical health. (I know some exercise classes are held online and–in this case–I’ll count that as a break from screen time.)

Everyone is encouraged to stay home during Austin’s current mandate, and there are many exercises you can do indoors. However, our order does not prohibit outdoor exercise, and fresh air during a time of stress can do a body good.

Here are a few simple ways you can get moving through outdoor exercise, and places you can go to do it.

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Filed Under: Activities, Discoveries Tagged With: fitness

Escape City Crowds at 4 Gorgeous Parks in Marble Falls, Texas

July 8, 2020 by Katrina Cervantes Leave a Comment

Devil’s Waterhole area of Inks Lake State Park (Credit: Marble Falls CVB)

One of my favorite things about Austin is you get the perks of living in a city, alongside access to so many natural spaces–so close by that some are within city limits. Not all city dwellers are so fortunate!

As our city grows, many more people are getting to enjoy the benefits of this dynamic. Larger populations enjoying Austin’s city parks, however, means more crowds and scarcer parking. I’m a big advocate of getting outdoors, so by no means do I think this should stop anyone from spending time at your local park. But for those who are interested in getting farther outside city limits, there’s a wealth of relatively untapped natural space waiting to be discovered.

This list focuses on a few parks in Marble Falls and the surrounding area, roughly an hour away from Austin in Texas Hill Country.

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Filed Under: Day Trips, Discoveries Tagged With: marble falls

9 Austin-based Eateries at Austin-Bergstorm International Airport

March 16, 2020 by Katrina Cervantes Leave a Comment

Second Bar + Kitchen at Austin Airport
A popular downtown restauruant can now be enjoyed before your flight (Credit: Second Bar + Kitchen)

Editor’s note: We live in uncertain times, with multiple travel warnings and bans in place. For those who still choose to fly, we hope you exercise every precaution to stay healthy. And for those who need to eat at the airport, these local eateries could all use our support.

For the average traveler, airports aren’t normally associated with fun. Flying can mean early mornings, late nights, waiting, and stressful hours spent packing. Although these realities are sometimes unavoidable, the Austin-Bergstrom International Airport has done an amazing job of creating a more relaxed and, dare I say, even fun environment for waiting passengers. It has become a reflection of Austin itself, brimming with live music and art. In a way, it is its own hub of culture and creativity.

Another huge way the airport creates a fun environment for guests is by filling the corridors with local Austin eateries we know and love. Everywhere you turn, you can find an Austin neighborhood classic. Look out for any of the following next time you fly.

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Filed Under: Drink, Food, Food & Drink

11 Local Businesses at Belterra Village, Gateway To Dripping Springs

February 10, 2020 by Katrina Cervantes Leave a Comment

Belterra Village Near Dripping Springs, Texas
Belterra Village is home to many local shops and businesses (Credit: Belterra Village)

If Dripping Springs is the gateway to Texas Hill Country, then Belterra Village is the gateway to Dripping Springs. Located halfway between Austin and Dripping Springs on Highway 290, Belterra Village is a booming community that continues to grow.

It’s called a village for a reason. It’s a 93-acre mixed use development with residences and retail space. In other words, it’s one of the Austin area’s newest adult playgrounds. You can spend a whole day exploring, or stop for a bite on your way to Dripping Springs for a day trip.

In this list, I highlight some of the Austin-based businesses that have found a home at Belterra Village.

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Filed Under: Activities, Discoveries, Drink, Food, Food & Drink, Local Business Tagged With: dripping springs

Cafe Nena’i Transports Taste Buds as Austin’s First South American Bakery

December 17, 2019 by Katrina Cervantes Leave a Comment

Cafe Nena'i Austin's First South American Bakery
Inside Austin’s first South American bakery (Credit: Cafe Nena’i)

Cafe Nena’i is tucked away on the east side of Austin. Elena Sanguinetti and Gladys Benitez, mother-daughter duo and owners of the bakery, chose the location because it was raw and largely untapped at the time they opened in 2017.

Sanguinetti, the mom, was raised on a farm in Paraguay. Daughter Benitez grew up in Miami. When they arrived in Austin, they wanted to share the food of their heritage and melting-pot experience in Miami.

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

Big List of Austin Food Brands You Can Find at Your Grocery Store

December 3, 2019 by Katrina Cervantes 3 Comments

Picnic with Lantana hummus, available in grocery stores around Austin (Credit: Lantana Hummus)

As you may already know, Austin is a huge hub for foodies. With increased support for the local movement, as well as a growing preference for small-batch and handcrafted products, many local brands have skyrocketed in popularity.

The following is a list of companies that are Austin-born and Austin-loved. Even better, they’re all available in area grocery stores. Even the most voracious localvore may find one or two surprising new products here!

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Filed Under: Discoveries, Food, Food & Drink, Local Business

5 Places to Find Delicious Arepas in Austin

November 19, 2019 by Katrina Cervantes 1 Comment

Vegan Arepa at Aurora Venezuelan Food in Austin
The vegan arepa at Aurora Venezuelan Food, with avocado, sweet plantain, tomato, and black beans
(Credit: Aurora Venezuelan Food)

It’s hard to deny Austin has some of the best tacos in the country. And they’re everywhere! Before moving here, tacos were a once-in-a-while treat for me, and now they’re a part of my weekly–and sometimes daily–diet. But there is an amazing meal that took me a little longer to discover: arepas! Yes, tacos will always be great, and I’m glad they’re popular cuisine here. But in this article, I’ll shed some light on the arepa, the taco’s under-appreciated cousin.

What is an arepa? It’s a patty, or cake, made from ground corn. The ground corn is mixed with water and salt to make a dough, and can either be fried, baked, or grilled. Arepas are normally eaten as a savory dish with beans, meat, and/or cheese. They’re typical to the cuisine in Venezuela and Colombia, but are enjoyed widely throughout Latin America and the world.

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Filed Under: Food, Food & Drink

Ott Coffee Provides Premium Quality Beans Infused With CBD

November 5, 2019 by Katrina Cervantes Leave a Comment

CBD infused coffee from Ott Coffee in Austin
CBD-infused coffee (Credit: Ott Coffee)

More people are incorporating CBD into their regimen for its reported benefits. Its applications are wide and varied. Many modern spas offer CBD as a topical add-on you can incorporate into your massage. There are CBD oils, creams, and lotions you can apply yourself. There are capsules and tinctures.

Another common way to receive CBD is by consuming foods and treats we already love. CBD can be infused into smoothies, pastries, candy, and basically anything your heart desires. CBD and coffee is becoming a more widely available combination, much to the delight of both CBD and coffee enthusiasts.

Al Mortada is an enthusiast of both. With his Austin-based CBD coffee company, Ott Coffee, he is able to share both of these passions with the world.

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

Anthem Serves Impressive Brunch Menu Full of Asian-Latin Fusion

October 22, 2019 by Katrina Cervantes Leave a Comment

Sesame Avocado Toast at Anthem in Austin
Sesame avocado toast (Credit: Anthem)

Rainey Street is a hub for nightlife. Flush with music, late-night food trucks, and a beer garden, it has all of the fun and (sometimes) less of the Sixth Street crowds. But recently, I had the privilege of experiencing Rainey in a different light: at 10 a.m. on a Saturday during brunch at Anthem.

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Filed Under: Food, Food & Drink Tagged With: brunch, rainey

Party With Purpose This November at UTOPiAfest in Burnet

September 25, 2019 by Katrina Cervantes Leave a Comment

Concert With Lights and Confetti at UTOPiAfest
UTOPiAfest is a family-friendly festival (Credit: UTOPiAfest)

One idea of utopia is a beautiful countryside rich for exploring. It consists of being surrounded by old friends, new friends, and family. There’s delicious food, amazing local music, and the perfect balance between sound and silence. Thankfully, a version of utopia comes to fruition for one weekend every year, during UTOPiAfest.

This year, the festival will be celebrating its 11th anniversary. Read on to discover everything that awaits you at UTOPiAfest, this Nov. 14-16, 2019.

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Filed Under: Entertainment, Events, Music Tagged With: burnet tx

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