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View Full Post 5 Minutes with a Local: Joshua Thomas of Mattie's

Published: 9/22/2017

South Austin's iconic Green Pastures is back on the scene with a fresh face and revived culinary team. A staple of the Bouldin Creek neighborhood, the historic Victorian home has been dishing out classic, southern comfort food in an intimate setting for nearly 75 years. Now under a new name and offering a familiar, but refreshed menu of rustic, farm-fresh fare and cocktails, Mattie's at Green Pastures is ripe for porch sitting, date nights and A+ Sunday brunching. Mattie's Executive Chef Joshua Thomas took some time to chat with us about... read more

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Posted in: Eat & Drink

View Full Post Where to Texas Two-Step in Austin

Published: 8/16/2017

Searching for an evening out which includes cold beer, country western dancing and a potential Willie Nelson sighting? Look no further, we have plenty of dancehalls in Austin offering two step or line dancing lessons (for those who need them) and a few famous local musicians ready to create the perfect honky-tonk atmosphere to round out your Texas experience. Broken Spoke. Broken Spoke Sandwiched between two condominiums on South Lamar sits an unchanged Austin icon, the legendary “Best Dancehall in Texas”, Broken Spoke. Famous names have played at this rustic... read more

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Posted in: Live Music

View Full Post Iconic Austin Tex-Mex

Published: 7/17/2017

Austin is home to many global cuisines including Cuban, Mediterranean, Ethiopian and Moroccan (just to name a few). But for many locals, Tex-Mex takes the crown for the Austin favorite. This blend of Mexican and Texas-style comfort food can be found on just about any street, and will leave you wishing you had queso running through your veins. Here are just a small handful of the many Tex-Mex restaurants in Austin: Matt's El Rancho. Credit Jody Horton. Matt’s El Rancho This restaurant was built from humble beginnings when the eponymous Matt got an early start at the age... read more

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Posted in: Eat & Drink

View Full Post District in Review: South Congress

Published: 5/12/2017

Call this colorful and populated stretch of street in Austin, Texas “SoCo” - no Southern accent required - and you’ll sound like a born and bred local. Tje Austin at Jo's. Credit Annie Ray. Jo's Hot Coffee Good Food : This free-standing bean scene offers breakfast tacos, pastries and caffeinated bombs like the Iced Turbo. Be sure to snap a selfie in front of the "I love you so much" mural. joscoffee.com Allens Boots : The “sole” of Texas style is all about calf-kissing footwear. Visit this Austin landmark for more than 4,000 boots, plus cowboy... read more

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Posted in: Neighborhoods Eat & Drink

View Full Post 13 Great Places to Eat BBQ in Austin

Published: 5/5/2017

Sure, we know you’ve all heard about Franklin Barbecue and their worth-the-wait line. But have you tried these local faves? When it comes to Texas barbecue, everyone seems to have their preferred pit master and pulled pork go-to. Find your own personal favorite with these crave-worthy hot spots. Courtesy of Black's BBQ. Black’s BBQ The Original Lockhart, TX Black’s BBQ now has an Austin outpost, serving barbecue cooked fresh on the Lockhart pits and hand-delivered to Austin daily. Three generations stand behind the slow-smoked recipes, dating back to 1932. Among them:... read more

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Posted in: Eat & Drink

View Full Post Day Trip Destination: 8 Things to Do in Gruene

Published: 4/19/2017

Gruene, Texas (pronounced /’grin:n/ Green) is a historic district located within New Braunfels, Texas that is an estimated one hour drive from Austin. Established by Henry D. Gruene in 1872, this thriving historic district was originally populated by German cotton farmers dating back to before the Civil War. Despite its growing population during the mid to late 1800s, Gruene started becoming a ghost town after the boll weevil plague that hit the small town in the 1920s. Today, Gruene is known for its rustic old Texan feel that attracts many Texans as well as... read more

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Posted in: Hill Country

View Full Post Exploring Historic Austin

Published: 4/7/2017

Explore Austin’s storied roots with a visit to some of the town’s many historic sites. From honky-tonks and swanky retro clubs, to barbecue joints and museums housed in some of the oldest structures in town, there are plenty of ways to experience Austin’s past today. Congress Avenue. Courtesy of the Paramount Theatre. MUSIC VENUES Opened in 1871, the Historic Scoot Inn is the oldest bar in central Texas. Today this cozy spot feels like you’re visiting someone’s home, but with live music and vegan eats from Arlo’s Curbside Kitchen food truck. The Paramount... read more

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Posted in: Arts & Culture Live Music

View Full Post Your Insider’s Guide to Bat Watching

Published: 3/6/2017

Austin is famous for many fun (and funky) things — bluebonnets, breakfast tacos and continuous live music, just to name a few — but the bat (yes, you read that right) has become almost like a mascot to the city. From late spring to early fall, Austin becomes home to the largest urban bat population in North America. So, it should come as no surprise that bat watching has become a bit of a pastime for tourists and locals alike. At sunset, get ready for an only-in-Austin-experience: getting a peek at these nocturnal residents as they fly out from underneath the famous Congress... read more

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Posted in: Outdoors Family

View Full Post 10 Gorgeous Places to See Bluebonnets This Spring

Published: 3/1/2017

Every spring, the gently rolling hillsides of Texas bloom into a colorful cascade of delicate bluebonnets, as the state flower blankets the meadows, fields and valleys. Bring your camera — and your sense of wonder — as you scout out these spectacular wildflowers in and around Austin. And be sure to share your best shots on Instagram or Twitter using the hashtag #TrueAustin. Credit Dan Herron. 1. There’s no time like springtime to visit the Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center in southwest Austin. The Center displays 650 native Texas plant species (including... read more

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Posted in: Hill Country Outdoors Family

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

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