Though they’re overlooked in the bakery case, in favor of trendier desserts, there are few things as transcendent as warm-from-the-oven chocolate chip cookies. One bite into a perfectly baked, handcrafted cookie, and it’s obvious why this humble dessert is an American classic. Armed with a giant glass of milk and a deep love for all things sweet, I uncovered […]
7 Amazing Soups to Enjoy in Austin
Austin lucks out this time of year in terms of weather. Our porches and patio spaces remain vibrant meeting places, even through the winter months. As I wrap my scarf around my neck, I relish the excuse to indulge in my favorite decadent, warming soups. Whether it’s a spicy posole or nutritious chicken broth ramen, […]
City Within Our City: What’s Up With Sunset Valley?
Have you ever found yourself at the south end of Lamar, perplexed at the inexplicable change in scenery, suddenly surrounded by trees, walking trails and wider streets? Yeah, me too. Chances are, you have come upon the city of Sunset Valley. This tiny, eclectic city within a city is sandwiched between Westgate, Brodie Lane and […]
5 Austin Holiday Events You Have to Experience for Yourself
I love the holidays in Austin. This is the time of year that locals bask in the mild weather, enjoying unparalleled nightlife minus the frostbite, while the rest of the country hunkers down and endures another snowy winter. What better way to celebrate this amazing time of year than with some incredible, can-only-happen-here holiday events? These […]
Blue Genie Art Bazaar Gives Holiday Shoppers Reason to Rejoice
After the turkey has settled and the pumpkin spice lattes have transitioned to frothy peppermint mochas, grab your wallet and reusable tote bags because it’s holiday craft fair season until we land with a thud in 2016. Austin hosts a range of fairs in November and December, but if you’re looking to score that neon […]
Swoon-Worthy Driskill Grill Reinvents Fall Menu
Roll up to The Driskill Hotel and try not to feel giddy. I dare you. Located smack in the heart of downtown, this stately, behemoth of a hotel woos even the most cynical hipsters among us. The Driskill is the luxe southern darling here in the Capitol City, and the Driskill Grill is its culinary […]
Experience Life in the Dark During Blind Cafe Pop-up Dinner
Standing outside the American Legion, watching the sun set against a showy peach sky, I am equal parts hungry and excited. I have arrived with fifty other Austinites for a multi-sensory pop-up dinner at The Blind Cafe. I have to admit I’m just a bit nervous, though. I eye my plus one, Lisa, secretly praying she’s excited and […]
Best Places in Austin to Outfit Your Fall Garden
You’d have to be buried under a rock not to notice the shift in temperature this week. The cool morning air and luminous afternoon light has arrived in Austin, making this the perfect time to dig into fall rituals. In addition to breezy scarves and pumpkin-flavored everything, this is my favorite time to head outdoors, trowel in […]
3 Delightfully Walkable Neighborhoods in Austin
As undeniably charming as Austin is, it’s difficult to get a feel for our town without jumping in a car. Like it or not, a vehicle is standard issue here in the heart of Texas. But while you can’t trek the entire city on foot, Austin boasts several neighborhood enclaves that are full of great […]
How to Have a Perfect Day in La Grange, Texas
You might already be familiar with La Grange, Texas—the cozy town just one hour southeast of Austin—from the ZZ Top song “La Grange” that mentions the infamous Chicken Ranch brothel, now defunct. Despite what these rockers have to say about the town, La Grange is one of my favorite spots to kick back and soak in […]