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May 26, 2010

Austin: Sex & The City 2 Parties!

Sex & The City 2 Sex & The City 2 Sex & The City 2 … I just can’t wait!!

Carrie On at The Belmont

Neither can The Belmont … They have a Carrie On Week planned, where you get all glammed up, grab your gal pals, and let your inner Carrie, Miranda, Samantha or Charlotte shine as you sip on swanky cocktails at the Belmont before enjoying the flick! Make a reservation with Michelle (michelle@thebelmontaustin.com) to receive a FREE bottle of champagne when you come in with a group of 5 or more!!

Or, redeem your ticket stub after the movie to enjoy a complimentary “Sex and The City-Inspired Refreshment”! Offer good until June 5th.

Carrie On at Speakeasy

Does Miranda On just not work? Anyway, the fab-u-lous Sex & The City 2 movie comes out May 27 nationwide, but Speakeasy is hosting a Carrie On Soiree on Thursday, May 27, 2010, 7pm:

In true Carrie Bradshaw fashion, there will be free-flowing champagne, bottle service in the Kabaret Room with Skyy SATC II Signature Bottles and sushi from Imperia. This is not an evening to be fashionably late as swag bags and complimentary cosmos will be offered to the first 100 arrivals.

Start your evening off at Terrace 59 with a glamorous fashion show, featuring several sexy Dress Shop and Teddies for Bettys looks inspired by the Sex and the City characters. Austin’s own Micah Yancey will be presenting her handmade jewelry along with Limbo Jewelry Design. “Express manicures” will be offered by the nail techs from Embellish Nails & Boutique. Custom sweet and savory bites will be prepared by Allison Waddell of GoGo Delicious. And look for special surprises from Camille’s Better Bronze and Corp Fit in the gift bags!

Sex & The City 2 at Sully’s

Thursday, May 27, 5 pm – 11:30 pm

Regular happy hour features ($5 martinis) PLUS Sex & the City theme martinis, complimentary appetizers, and Sweet Treats with their delicious cake balls!

 The Salon at Saks 5th Avenue is bringing a manicurist to touch up your nails and Chanel make up artists to get you looking just like the stars!

Fashions from: 
gallery d,  Plain Ivey Jane,  Silpada Jewelry
, Stella Says Go, and Touch of Sass

Incredible door prizes including:
 Tickets to see Sex & the City 2 at the Alamo Drafthouse
; 1 pair of tickets to see Sex & the City star Mario Cantone at the Long Center; 
Gift Baskets from Belvedere, Ketel One and Hennessy

OMG I cant wait!!

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May 25, 2010

Austin: El Arbol = Awesome!

Fourscore and several years ago I was slated to do some PR for a sweet new restaurant opening up right in my ‘hood. It went so far as me being at menu tastings. Alas, other things got in the way (including some delayed city permitting), and I got to experience the glory that is El Arbol with everyone else–when it opened.

The three-story treehouse is lovely, all white laquer and mod while somehow retaining a comfortable, neighborhood atmosphere. Perhaps the most important thing about the physical location is the giant, tri-level patio. Few places in Austin boast such sizable patios, and patios are a part of our very soul as a city.

Then, so too are delicious and creative drinks, a low-price-but-high-quality wine list, and $3 empanadas that taste like doughy heaven.

We sampled a ton of food, most of it seafood because their meat unfortunately is not free-range, though the brined chicken is and is delicious. It might have been my favorite.

But let’s begin at the beginning, where there was a delicious bread basket with sauces, and there was also ceviche, melted provolone queso fundido, and seafood salad, all of which were good, though the ceviche wasn’t as good as I remembered from my chef’s tastings. Could have been an off-night, could have been a different recipe.

For dinner, we had mussels and snapper, the aforementioned chicken, and the one non-free-ranger had a delicious, giant steak. We shared sides, the gnocchi was a fave.

We agreed with all of the reviews we read–there are very few vegetarian options. But do you really go to an Argentine steakhouse for the vegetarian food? We also agreed with many other reviewers that both the wine list and wine service are top-notch. The ponytail-ed sommelier spent plenty of time at our table and made a stunning recommendation that easily ended up being one of the best bottles of wine I’ve ever had.

The service too, was impeccable, as our waitress was friendly, upbeat, and prompt. She also strongly encouraged us to get dessert, and it was incredible–light, if a chocolate dessert can be called such–and a perfect cap without being too much.

Which is a pretty good description of El Arbol, actually–perfect without being too much. It’s upscale, but not too much. Indulgent, but not too much. A neighborhood hangout, but not too much (this is no Cain & Abel’s, kids).

Not bad for walking distance to my house.

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May 21, 2010

Austin: Saturday East Sixth Barhop for the Birds

Saturday from 7-9p at the East Sixth Birds Barbershop, there’s an art show-ish party featuring photos of happy clients over the past few months as they walked out of the salon–looking their best, natch. To show off their handiwork, Birds is having this partay with Cruz Tequila, a dancefloor mixtape by Tackybuns, and tasty snacks by Cheer Up Charlie’s.
At 9p, head out the door to Shangri-La and Cheer Up Charlie’s across the street, where Birds is buying the first round. Both will be displaying art from the campaign too. Tonight’s gonna be an east sixth night …

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December 16, 2009

Don’t Forget: Austin Post City-Wide White Elephant Party

Elephants never forget.

Even though the RSVPs are closed, you can still come! RSVP list gets priority access, but does not guarantee entry, so capacity permitting, everyone can come. Show up earlier for a better chance at getting in …

SEE YOU THERE!!

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December 9, 2009

Announcing Austin Post’s City-Wide White Elephant Party

I am beside myself with excitement about Austin Post’s upcoming party, and I hope each and every one of you hip-n-happenin’ Austinites reading this here blog will come to the event!

RSVP HERE

What’s this City-Wide White Elephant thing? Bring a wrapped gag gift and exchange it for another wrapped gift–but this gift could be any number of fabulous prizes from our sponsors, or it could be Aunt Nelda’s hand-crocheted coasters. Trading is A-OK, and you’re required to write your gag gift on your nametag, so outlandishness is encouraged.

What else is there?

Seriously, I have not been this excited about a party since, well, ever. Since I put it together, it’s all my favorite things, and I can’t wait to see everyone there! PLEASE don’t forget to RSVP, as it is required for entry. RSVP HERE.

Facebook invite here if you’re into that sort of thing (does NOT count as RSVP)

Bring fabulously hilarious gag gifts and see you there!

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November 20, 2009

I’m co-hosting a Tweetup!

‘Tis The Season for a Tweetup / #tisatweetup

Hosted By: @launch787 and @lifeinaustin

RSVP here: http://ow.ly/E35n

Thursday, December 3 from 5 – 7:30pm (CST), Upstairs Mezzanine at Central Market (4001 Lamar)

In my debut as a co-hostess of a twitter event, please join Launch787 and me, This Is Life In Austin, for a tasting of everything delicious! Sip on free samplings of holiday wines while noshing on mouth-watering morsels provided by Central Market’s catering department. We’ll be giving away gift certificates and other goodies (including a massive gift basket) all through the night!

What’s a tweetup? Where people from Twitter (twitterers? tweeters? tweople?) Meet Up … Tweetup!

No really, Lyssa, what’s a tweetup?  A: All my fave people in one place. With someone else providing food and booze. And the chance to win lots of cool stuff. Trust me, it’s waaaay better than hanging out at my house with my crazy dog, Old Dog, and the cat that isn’t quite toilet trained, so he insists on pooping all around the house. Trust me.

See you there!

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November 11, 2009

A Note on Eating … plus FREE Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf

Kids, I’ve gone Paleo. You’ll see upcoming posts on things not Paleo (looking at you, Dulce Vida delicious tequila), like the following notice in this same post, but as of the beginning of this week, I’ve undertaken a 30-day Strict Paleo Challenge with 4 of my fellow CrossFitters. Curious? What’s a Paleo? Already thought I was nuts because of this CrossFit thing? Find out more at the new The Label Says Paleo blog.

Holiday Open House – FREE 12oz holiday drink

Thursday Nov 12th, 4pm-8pm

Participating The Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf stores – S Lamar is confirmed, not sure about N Lamar

Snag a free 12oz Peppermint Latte or Ice Blended® drink, Pumpkin latte or Ice Blended® drink (let me tell you how delicious THOSE are), or Winter Dream Tea® Latte only. No substitutions. None of these are Paleo. Limit one complementary drink per customer.

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November 2, 2009

1/2 price drinks for Yelp Drinks Week Nov. 1-5

We are now in the midst of Yelp Drinks Week.

YELP DRINKS is, like all the restaurant weeks and FLAVORS and all, a chance to try new stuff, only this time it’s frosty bevvies. Participating locations will feature up to 3 adult beverages for 50% off throughout the promotion.

1) Yelp Drinks prices are good all day Sunday through all day Thursday while supplies last. Though we’re calling this a happy hour, it’s better — this one lasts for five days.
2) Please tip on regular price.
3) Please consume responsibly.

A list of the places:

LA CONDESA
http://www.yelp.com/bi…
Enlightened Austin Martini (reg $12) During Yelp Drinks Week $6
El Cubico (reg $12) During Yelp Drinks Week $6 <—- my fave!!
 Las Ascendentes (reg $12) During Yelp Drinks Week $6

CEDAR DOOR
http://www.yelp.com/bi…
Austin Ultimate Mexican Martini (reg $11) During YDW $5.50
Treaty Oak Lemonade Martini  (reg $11) During YDW $5.50
Pinky Friedman (reg $11) During YDW $5.50

MAX’S WINE DIVE
http://www.yelp.com/bi…
Sangria Max (blend of red + white wines w/ select fruit juices)(reg $6) During YDW $3
Luxury White (Cape Mentelle Chard) (reg $13/glass) During YDW $6.50
Luxury Red (Beringer Knights Valley Cab) (reg $13/glass) During YDW $6.50

CISSI’S WINE BAR
http://www.yelp.com/bi…
Sake Mojito (reg $5.75) During YDW $2.88
Sangria (reg $5) During YDW $2.50
Spiced Apple Cider (reg $5.75) During YDW $2.88

ROARING FORK (Downtown)
http://www.yelp.com/bi…
Huckleberry Rita (reg $7) During YDW $3.50
Blackberry Madras (reg $8) During YDW  $4
Category 6 Lemonade (reg $9) During YDW $4.50

MARKER 10
http://www.yelp.com/bi…
Dr. Tito’s (reg $10) During Yelp Drinks $5
Candy Corn (reg $10) During Yelp Drinks  $5
Pumpkin Espresso Martini (reg $12) During Yelp Drinks $6

HOUSE WINE
http://www.yelp.com/bi…
2006 Zinfandel, Cycles Falcon, California
Reg. $9 glass / During YDW: $4.50

2006 Tempranillo, Tinto, Paso A Paso, Spain
Reg. $8 glass / During YDW: $4

2008 Reisling, The Stump Jump, Australia
Reg. $8 glass / During YDW: $4

NOMAD
http://www.yelp.com/bi…
Pisco Sour (reg $7) During Yelp Drinks Week $3.50
Caphirinha (reg. $7) During Yelp Drinks Week $3.50
Fernet and Coke (reg $7) During Yelp Drinks Week $3.50

PAGGI HOUSE
http://www.yelp.com/bi…
Raspberry Lemonade (reg $8) During YDW $4
Elderflower Royale (reg $10) During YDW $5
Blood Orange Margarita (reg $8) During YDW $4

IMPERIA
http://www.yelp.com/bi…
Kung Fu Cosmopolitan (reg $9) During YDW $4.50
The Imperia Pearl (reg $9) During YDW $4.50
The Jade Martini (reg $9) During YDW $4.50

THE BELMONT
http://www.yelp.com/bi…
Belmontini (reg $10) During YDW $5
Classic Mojito (reg $8.50) During YDW $4.25
French 77 (reg $12) During YDW $6

ANNIE’S
http://www.yelp.com/bi…
The Old Austin (reg $9) / During YDW $4.50
The Diablo (reg $9) / During YDW $4.50

DRUNGO ICE HOUSE
http://www.yelp.com/bi…
512 Wit  (reg $3.75) / During YDW: $1.88
Austin Amber $3.75 (reg $3.75) / During YDW: $1.88
Drungo Michelada (reg $3.75) / During YDW: $1.88

BUFFALO BILLIARDS
http://www.yelp.com/bi…
Raspberry Lemonade (regular price is $5.50) / YDW $4.25
Peach Tea (regular price is $5.50) / During YDW $4.25
Pyramid Hefeweizen (regular price is $4) / During YDW $2

EDDIE V’S (Arboretum)
http://www.yelp.com/bi…
The Red Dragon Mojito – (reg. $8)  / During YDW $4
Mayfair Martini – (reg. $10) / During YDW $5
Purpletini – (reg. $9)  / During YDW $4.50

CLUB DE VILLE
http://www.yelp.com/bi…
Margarita (reg price $6) / During YDW $3
Lone Star (reg price $3)  / During YDW $1.50
Jager (reg price $6)  / During YDW $3

THE GINGER MAN
http://www.yelp.com/bi…
Sierra Nevada Pale Ale (reg $5) / During YDW $2.50
Deschutes Black Butte Porter (reg $5) / During YDW $2.50
Sunner Original German Kolsh (reg $5) / During YDW $2.50

THE GHOST ROOM
http://www.yelp.com/bi…
XX (draught) (reg $4) / during YDW: $2
Shiner (draught) (reg $4) / during YDW: $2
(well) vodka & soda (reg $4) / during YDW: $2

CHUPACABRA
http://www.yelp.com/bi…
Frozen Margarita (reg $5.50) / during YDW: $2.75
Spicy Mango Margarita (reg $5.50) / during YDW: $2.75
Frozen Sweet Tea Vodka (reg $5.50) / during YDW: $2.75

MIZU
http://www.yelp.com/bi…
Lychee Mint Martini (reg $9) / during YDW: $4.50
Chile Patron: (reg $12) / during YDW: $6
Mizu Margarita (frozen): (reg $8) / during YDW: $4

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October 22, 2009

Get Your Weekend Mall On

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Simon Trends & Friends Weekend Kick Off @ Barton Creek Square

Barton Creek Mall is hosting a whole weekend of Trends & Friends that kicks off with a happy hour fashion show with Abuelo’s Mexican Food Embassy providing  light bites and libations on the house (mall?)!

Check out the latest beauty trends at the style stops and top off your evening with a runway fashion show beginning at 7pm. The new giant, amazing, ridiculous Forever 21 will be in the show along with Lucky Brand Jeans, Banana Republic, Macy’s, & others. And I hear that UT’s Fashion Group will be showing select designs in the closing show …

Friday, October 23rd, 2009, 5:30 – 8:30pm
Barton Creek Square, Macy’s Court
2901 Capital of Texas Highway
Austin, Tx 78746

http://www.pingg.com/rsvp/56vj54nq3izystqqy

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September 24, 2009

Friday’s uber-exclusive Tidbits party

You’re invited to sip, shop and socialize with Austin Tidbits THIS Friday, September 25th, at Neiman Marcus at The Domain. Only Tidbits subscribers and their hippest gal-pals are invited to this exclusive soirée. Come from 5:30 – 7:30pm, and make sure to arrive early … Swag bags for the first 100 readers are going to be uber hip. Filled with beauty goodies from Chanel, Revive, Armani, and Frederic Fekkai, plus a NM Exclusive notebook, pen and full-size red nail polish, this is one bag you WON’T want to miss.

While you’re there, splurge on a $500 purchase and you will be treated to a stylish NM Exclusive Alice + Olivia tote chock-full of goodies from your fave designers.

The party will be hopping in the Women’s Contemporary department on the second level – treat yourself to giveaways, chic bites, cosmos and vino, music, an eyelash bar, “perfect red lip” touch-ups, and more.

Are you hip to it? Get on the glam guest list.

http://austin.gotidbits.com/events/come-on-get-hip

[Note: this is reprinted in its entirety from Tidbits' email, go here to sign up: http://austin.gotidbits.com/)

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