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Virtually Tour Austin Central Library’s Impressive Six Floors

Posted on August 8, 2018 by Amanda Sayers

Austin Central Library Six Floors

Even though Austin Central Library has been open for a while now, I recently visited for the first time. The building itself is stunning and I was pleasantly surprised by what the library offers to visitors. Of course, you can check out books and other media. It’s a library. But did you know you can […]

Filed Under: Activities, Discoveries Tagged With: downtown

Cyclist’s Guide to Austin’s Hike and Bike Trail Around Lady Bird Lake

Posted on June 18, 2018 by Jonas White

Cyclists Guide to Austin's Hike and Bike Trail

People always say to me, “Hey Jonas, you’re always riding your bike around Lady Bird Lake. You must be an expert.” Flattering? Sure. But the truth is, anyone can do it. I’m just a normal guy. A normal guy who, after not owning a bicycle since childhood, rekindled an old love and hasn’t looked back. […]

Filed Under: Activities, Discoveries Tagged With: biking, downtown

Be Transported to Roaring Twenties at Parker Jazz Club in Downtown Austin

Posted on April 13, 2018 by Joleen Jernigan

Parker Jazz Club Downtown Austin

Step back in time to the Roaring Twenties at Parker Jazz Club in downtown Austin. Situated underground like all the coolest clubs, Parker Jazz Club acts as an incubator for the music and the sensibility of another era. Set your sights on a whole new music experience, complemented by classic cocktails and a sultry aura. […]

Filed Under: Drink, Entertainment, Food & Drink, Music, Nightlife Tagged With: bars, cocktails, downtown, wine

Austin’s Food Hall Fareground Offers Quick, Tasty Options for Any Meal

Posted on January 29, 2018 by Danielle Fritz

Samples From Fareground Eateries in Austin

Austin’s food scene continues to grow. With so many tasty options, decision-making can be hard. Where do I take out-of-town guests? Who in the group is a picky eater? Which restaurant do I want to try next? What if I want to eat all the things? Luckily, Fareground at One Eleven Congress cures indecisiveness. ELM […]

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

Where Are the Best Bloody Marys in Austin?

Posted on January 19, 2018 by Samantha Saenz

Best Bloody Marys in Austin

Whether you want to sip a socially acceptable cocktail with breakfast or nurse a brooding hangover, the Bloody Mary has become the standard go-to. The drink that has been around since approximately 1921 has incredible diversity, and it seems as though just about every restaurant has their own version–with our city being no exception. So whether […]

Filed Under: Drink, Food & Drink Tagged With: bars, cocktails, downtown, eastside, soco, south austin

Second Bar + Kitchen Flourishes Downtown, Adapting to Changing City

Posted on January 9, 2018 by Vi Chetan

Steak and Hash (front), Vanilla French Toast (back)

Second Bar + Kitchen landed in downtown Austin in 2010. From pizza to burgers, weekend brunch to happy hour, Second’s repertoire is extensive. The restaurant now has three locations, including a satellite at Austin-Bergstrom International Airport, so you have plenty of chances to pay a visit.

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

These 5 Austin Hostels Are More Than a Place to Sleep

Posted on October 4, 2017 by Danielle Fritz

Native Austin Hostels

As the market for alternative lodging accommodations continues to grow, many travelers are drawn to the affordable pricing and unique experience that hostels offer. Whether you’re traveling solo or with a group, looking for an affordable staycation, or welcoming out-of-town guests, local Austin hostels provide not just a place to sleep, but a communal experience […]

Filed Under: Discoveries, Local Business Tagged With: downtown

Russian House Through the Eyes of a Russian Transplant in Austin

Posted on September 19, 2017 by Yulia Dyukova

Russian House Austin

I distinctly remember the first time I stumbled across Russian House. Still new to Austin, I was walking around downtown when I spotted the familiar khokhloma pattern on the side of a building. Above the name Russian House on the outside side, smaller letters read, “Na Zdorovye.” “Noooo,” I thought to myself, “No, no, no, […]

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

Before Austin Was a Foodie City, Chez Nous Served True French Food

Posted on July 24, 2017 by Yulia Dyukova

Chez Nous French Restaurant in Austin

Amidst the hustle and bustle of Sixth Street, with its never-ending chain of bars, live music pounding from open windows, and bright neon signs, is a restaurant that is quiet, cozy and feels like home. Our home. For that’s exactly what Chez Nous, the name of this French bistro off Sixth Street, translates to: “our […]

Filed Under: Food, Food & Drink Tagged With: downtown, french

Boiler Nine Could Be Your New Favorite Lunch Spot in Austin

Posted on May 8, 2017 by Joleen Jernigan

Editor’s Note: Boiler Nine is closing. The last day of service is Feb. 23, 2019. Drop everything and call a friend now. You are going to want to make lunch plans at Boiler Nine Bar + Grill soon. Boiler Nine, a steampunk fever dream bathed in natural light, sprawls across four floors of the old Seaholm Power […]

Filed Under: Archives Tagged With: downtown

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