Austin is revered as one of the booziest American cities, hosting hundreds of bars to satisfy parched residents and tourists on steamy evenings during the summer months. In terms of other refreshing treats, Austin is also well-known for ice cream, snow cones, gelato and sorbet through establishments like Lick Honest Ice Creams and Dolce Neve. Laura Aidan decided to […]
Isla’s Caribbean Style Draws Rum Enthusiasts to Warehouse District
Editor’s Note: After changing its focus to Peruvian fare in December 2016, Isla closed down in May 2017. Austinites are familiar with the Warehouse District’s Péché, a distinct absinthe bar on 4th Street that celebrates pre-Prohibition era cocktails and French cuisine made with fresh, local ingredients. Owner Rob Pate emphasizes education and intimacy within the space, cultivating […]
Tempting Lineup Planned for Trailer Food Tuesdays This Summer
By occupation, The Long Center is no stranger to large indoor and outdoor events. Whether it’s a large-scale musical act or a summer treat like Sound & Cinema, Austin residents and visitors suffer no shortage of entertainment on these active grounds. Now in its fifth year and going strong, Trailer Food Tuesdays is no exception. […]
Chinese Cuisine Meets Louisiana Po’ Boy at General Tso’Boy
Editor’s Note: General Tso’Boy is closed. The last day of service was Dec. 14, 2017. Domain Northside’s Rock Rose district in North Austin is making a name for itself as Austin’s newest entertainment destination with bars, cafes and restaurants debuting constantly. General Tso’Boy, helmed by owners Jessica and Gary Wu, added their po’ boy fusion restaurant to […]
Fliers4nothin Taps Into Austin’s Keep It Weird Art Culture
You may have seen neon fliers posted around East 6th Street or South Congress with simple designs bearing funny commentary. The messages depict living in Austin, politics, being a millennial and beyond. Friday evenings are usually the best time for spotting them, as the newest versions appear on street poles and bar flier boards as part of a project dubbed […]
Crux Climbing Center Opens Multi-Purpose Space off South Congress
Off of South Congress stands the massive, angular structure of Crux Climbing Center, the newest bouldering and rope gym to inspire Austin residents to place hand on rock. The 22,000 square foot facility opened on May 7, 2016 with a huge competition, Setter Showdown, that drew hundreds of climbers from around the United States. Local […]
BarkHappy App Connects Dog Owners in Austin
Austin is home to multiple dog parks and businesses featuring a flurry of pup companions seated or strolling alongside their owners. There is no lack of dog presence, and the city of Austin is positioned at the forefront of the no-kill cause due to the efforts of Austin Pets Alive! However, dog owners are still left with […]
Buzz Mill Team Opens Music Venue Grizzly Hall on East Riverside
The Buzz Mill on East Riverside has been serving caffeine and booze for the past three years, enticing customers with its lumberjack decor, live music, a spacious outdoor patio space and delicious in-house eats. I particularly enjoy grabbing a brunch plate of chicken and waffles paired with grapefruit mimosas and a large group of friends. […]
Volunteers Unite for Women Build Week and Habitat for Humanity
On April 28, 2016, women volunteers in pink hard hats gathered together in the Lowe’s parking lot off Brodie Lane for Girls Night Out, the kick off event for National Women Build Week. In partnership with Lowe’s locations across the country, Habitat for Humanity’s Women Build program encourages women to dedicate their time to assist in […]
Logro Farms Demonstrates Sustainable, Full-Cycle Farming in Austin
What Austin resident hasn’t heard of Jester King Brewery and Stanley’s Farmhouse Pizza? Adjacent to these local favorites is a relatively new sustainable farm you may not have heard of, but don’t doubt that Logro Farms has been gaining massive traction over the past three years. Two friends from Houston, Ryan Sansbury and Jeremy Bastian, conceived […]