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View Full Post 10 Things To Do In Austin With Your Kids When It Is Cold Outside

Published: 1/27/2017

Winter in Austin is generally a sunny affair, best spent hiking, kayaking, and Instagramming photos of your t-shirt-clad self enjoying 70-degree days under a bright blue Texas sky. But, rest assured, if you happen to visit on a rare blustery day, you will not be bored. There are endless possibilities for cold weather adventures in Austin! Here are a few family-friendly favorites to try. Austin Bouldering Project. Photo by Addie Gross. Austin Bouldering Project Visit the world's largest bouldering gym, a 50,000 square foot facility, for a unique rock climbing experience without a rope or a... read more

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View Full Post Eat Like a Chef: Sarah McIntosh of épicerie

Published: 1/25/2017

Sarah McIntosh, chef and owner of épicerie , grew up in Shreveport, La. and has always loved blues and soul music, LSU football and particularly, the culture of food in the southern and Cajun cuisine-rich state. Her family was very much food-oriented and celebrations were often met with great food and wine. With the ability to express creativity in a culinary profession, McIntosh was inspired to take her passion to the next level. Sarah McIntosh. Credit Annie Ray Photography. Eventually, she created her own vision of an uncomplicated café and grocery hybrid with... read more

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Posted in: Eat & Drink

View Full Post District in Review: West Austin

Published: 1/23/2017

Impressive views of Lake Travis, top of the line Hill Country golf courses and nature’s finest spring-fed pools offer plenty of reasons to extend your stay in West Austin. Here are some of our top things to do in the district: MUSIC SCENE : The Hill Country music spectrum offers the likes of old school Austin relics like Nutty Brown Cafe ( nuttybrown.com ) – Merle Haggard graced the stage once upon a time – that offer a country music fix, and jazz shows with dinner service at One World Theatre ( oneworldtheatre.org ) MOUNT BONNELL : A sight to behold – 100+ steps lead... read more

Tags: West Austin Neighborhoods Eat & Drink Arts & Culture Live Music Tacos Tours Craft Beer

Posted in: Neighborhoods

View Full Post Historic Austin: East Sixth Street

Published: 1/20/2017

East Sixth Street is a National Register historic district in Austin, TX with six blocks of turn-of-the-century Victorian commercial buildings. It is also the heart of the music scene in the Live Music Capital of the World®. Before the music era began, the area was a melting pot of small businesses, with owners from many cultures – European, Middle Eastern, Asian and more. Read on for the must-see sites and museums in this iconic neighborhood : Historic Sixth Street and the Driskill Hotel. C00146, Austin History Center, Austin Public Library. Italian immigrant Michael Paggi operated... read more

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Posted in: Neighborhoods Arts & Culture

View Full Post How to Get Weird in Austin

Published: 1/18/2017

From haunted saloons and bizarre museums to junk cathedrals and a strange take on the game of bingo, these attractions help prove that Texas’s lovable capital is just as quirky as the “Keep Austin Weird” slogan makes them seem. Get ready to get weird in Austin! Courtesy of Mean Eyed Cat. Mean Eyed Cat Bar The Mean Eyed Cat Bar is another great stop for music and beer lovers. It’s dedicated to the late, great Johnny Cash, and got its name from his song “Mean Eyed Cat.” The bar features loads of Cash memorabilia, but it boasts an assortment of chainsaws and... read more

Tags: Weird Museums Nightlife Iconic Austin Arts & Culture Outdoors Sports

Posted in: Arts & Culture

View Full Post Discover Your Austin Taco

Published: 1/9/2017

Here in Texas, tacos aren’t a meal. They’re a religion. And nowhere will you find more places to worship these foil-wrapped handfuls of flavor than in Austin. Though it’s impossible (and we’ve tried) to catalogue every Austin taco, here’s a roundup of some of our favorites, in categories that should help any visitor navigate the trucks, stands and shacks of Taco Town, USA. Torchy's Tacos. Credit Jane Ko, A Taste of Koko. Most Iconic Austin Taco Torchy’s . Austin may not have invented the taco, but we did... read more

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View Full Post Six Square: Austin's African American Cultural Heritage District

Published: 1/6/2017

Where can you visit cultural assets such as the oldest house in Austin, the first neighborhood African American Museum in Texas, the Arlington Cemetery of Texas, and the oldest institution for higher learning in Austin? The answers to all the above may be found by visiting Austin's African American Cultural Historic District (AACHD) . Austin's African American Historic district is six square miles of East Austin, originally created in 1928 as the Negro District by the Austin City Council. East Austin was already the home of the majority African Americans who built a... read more

Tags: Neighborhoods East Austin Multicultural Arts & Culture Museums Historical

Posted in: Neighborhoods

View Full Post Perfect Long Weekend for Couples

Published: 1/4/2017

Looking to plan a romantic Valentine’s Day weekend with your sweetheart? Hightail it to Austin, where the lively local culture comes with enough romantic ideas to fill a 10-gallon hat. Jo's South Congress. Credit Allison V. Smith. DAY ONE Morning: Start on South Congress for an uber-authentic intro to Austin. Get your morning go-go juice at Jo’s , an indoor/outdoor coffee shack. Since it’s V-Day, indulge with a house special Iced Turbo, an oh-so-sweet concoction of coffee, espresso, hazelnut, chocolate and cream (No sweet tooth? Opt for the Belgian Bomber).... read more

Tags: Eat & Drink Neighborhoods South Congress Outdoors South Austin Nightlife Brunch Arts & Culture LGBTQ Itineraries

Posted in: Eat & Drink

View Full Post January Events & Exhibits

Published: 1/2/2017

Headed to Austin this January? Get your fill of live music, outdoor activities, cultural events and exhibits you won't find anywhere else! Here are our top events and exhibits this month: 11/27/16 - 1/7/17 Ice Skating On The Plaza at Whole Foods Whole Foods Lamar Spend an afternoon on the rink at the Whole Foods flagship store on North Lamar. Then head inside for a cup of cocoa or cider and live, local music on the weekends! Daily: 10 a.m. - 9:00 p.m. wholefoodsmarket.com Blanton Museum (Modern & Contemporary Galleries). Credit Blanton Museum.... read more

Tags: Arts & Culture Museums Multicultural Events Live Music

Posted in: Events Arts & Culture

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