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Austin CVB Hosts Canadian Writers
Travel and food writers from some of Canada's top publications, including The Globe & Mail, Toronto Sun and Chatelaine, visited Austin this week to experience some of the city's diverse restaurants, attractions and accommodations.
The seven journalists enjoyed a sampling of Austin's unique culinary offerings during visits to County Line Barbeque, 1886 Cafe at the Driskill Hotel and a dine-around at Whole Foods. The writers also toured the Bob Bullock Texas State History Museum, Harry Ransom Center and South Congress Avenue on First Thursday, then danced the night away at the Broken Spoke. The Radisson and Mansion at Judges Hill provided accommodations.
The journalists on the familiarization tour included, Doug English, Toronto Sun and London Free Press; Dan Kislenko, Hamilton Spectator; Cinda Chavich, The Globe and Mail; Wendy Lindsay, Good Times; and Kathryn Folliott, Travelweek.
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Bands Play on in Austin
Colorado Springs Gazette
(September 14, 2005)
"Percussionist Cyril Neville of New Orleans' first family of soul said the decision to move to Austin, where he and his family waited out the previous two hurricanes, was an easy one. 'Austin's the only city I know of where I could pick up the same vibe as New Orleans,' said the new South Austinite. 'You don't have to instruct the musicians here or tell them what key the song is in.'"
Texas Two-Step
219 South
(September 2005)
"Even if you decide to wing it, Austin will keep you moving, whether it's to the music, down a trail or to the nearest barbeque shack."
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