Have you noticed how much Austin has changed? In the past 10 years, Austin has risen to become the 11th largest city in the nation, and it has the stretch marks to show for it. An ever-increasing metro population has led to growing pains in the form of construction cranes, an increased cost of living, and […]
A Taste of Texas Chefs Featured at Austin Food and Wine Festival 2014
You can still smell the smoke! The recently concluded Austin Food and Wine Festival celebrates the constantly evolving tastes of Texas, the flavors, aromas, cultures, and characters. Itself evolved from the earlier Texas Hill Country Food and Wine Festival, it brings chefs from all over the world to our fair city to showcase their skills […]
Award Winning Olive Oil Sprouts in Heart of Texas
How much do you know about olive oil? Due to its growing prevalence in our restaurants and kitchens, there’s a good chance you’ve partaken in the extra virgin variety today! Between salads, sautes and emulsions, it’s easily possible to consume olive oil every day of the week. Yet how often do we stop to consider the origins […]
Always Oktoberfest at Sixth Street’s Easy Tiger
There is a sweeter smell wafting down the alleyways of Dirty Sixth. The aroma is sweet enough to tempt the most finicky of eaters, and may even make established Austinites question their preconceived notions about our city’s most notorious street. While 6th Street’s strongest associations may be cheap liquor and cover bands, hidden restaurant gems have […]
Toy Joy for Sale: Open Letter from the Owners About the Past 7 Years
We’ve been the owners of Toy Joy for the past 5 years, and the management team for the past 7. A lot has happened, and we’ve been asked to share our story. No names, just an account of our experiences. There is a TL;DR at the bottom for you lazy lurkers. I know this is a long read. […]
New Cafe Causing Coffee Ruckus in Downtown Austin
Editor’s Note: Cafe Ruckus closed in July 2017. Every day, the population of Austin is growing. I have heard many different numbers thrown out, but they all point to the same thing. A booming population. While opinions vary on the growing influx to our fair city, one thing is certain…we are going to need more coffee. If […]
Austin Blooms: Show Your Local Florist Some Love
Consider this your warning: Valentine’s Day is almost here!! Does the object of your passion know the depths of your regard? Does your best friend know that your friendship will bloom forever? Does your mom know she’ll always be your Valentine? Regardless of your current relationship status, flowers should be on your shopping list this […]
Hopfields Is French for Yummy
Hidden at the end of a rather stark commercial building sits one of the shiniest hidden gems in the treasury of Austin dining spots. There are many choices for lovers of food and libation in Austin, but Hopfields is the only bar I have discovered so far that manages to please the pickiest eaters, as […]
Austin’s Best Downtown Happy Hours Ready to Wet Your Whistle
According to Wikipedia, the origins of “Happy Hour” are shrouded in mystery, but we are grateful nonetheless. Just as mysteriously, finding the perfect happy hour can be difficult in a city full of watering holes, but the well informed won’t have to travel far. Believe it or not, some of the city’s more affordable cocktail […]
2013 Nutcracker Features Vibrant New Costumes from Ballet Austin
Do you have a holiday sweet tooth? This year, the visions of sugar plums that dance through Austin will look a little different than year’s past. For the 51st annual production of Ballet Austin’s Nutcracker, attendees will experience an entirely transformed vision. The tutus are fuller, the tiaras have more glitter, and the sets are covered […]