Posts Tagged as ‘texas’

July 11, 2009

Live at the Lake Series: Nelo Sunday Night

The Lakeway Resort and Spa has again partnered with 107.1 KGSR to create the 3rd annual Live at the Lake Summer Concert Series. This summer, KGSR will take music to the lake in a distinctive poolside venue provided by Lakeway Resort. Get some pool and cool tunes:
July 12th: Nelo (New EP launching July 14th)
August [...]

July 10, 2009

Pub Dash for a Good Cause

I’m headed out of town tomorrow for vacation in Park City, Utah, but if I were here this weekend, I’d definitely be doing:
Pub Dash benefiting The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society: “Where Happy Hour Never Closes“
This is a fun sports-themed event from 7-11pm on Saturday, July 11. Enjoy happy hour prices all evening long with the [...]

July 9, 2009

The Rumors are True: Annie’s is Good

Excuse the iphone quality, but how good does that plate look??
That’s some eggplant something (thin slices of eggplant wrapped around polenta in a marinara sauce with cheese), ratatouille (yum!!), and pear-walnut salad. Lovin’ it.
Much has been written about beloved Annie’s, so I won’t repeat the same. I will say this: make sure you’re prepared for [...]

July 7, 2009

All the Single Ladies, All the Single Ladies … or Sirens N’ Boots Wednesday Night

Pardon the Beyonce reference, as Sirens N’Boots just sounds smokin’ hot, right, like a burlesque show in cowboy boots, like Southern songstresses ready to kick ass while lookin’ good?
I mean, that’s what I’m like every night.
Anyway, tomorrow night a three-piece all-girl group of singer-songwriters is eschewing their individual reps to form an act called Sirens [...]

June 30, 2009

Prix Fixe at TRIO and Austin Land and Cattle

These are some seriously awesome deals, people.
For Father’s Day, my bro and I used to take our dad to Outback Steakhouse every year. Unfortunately for Pops, the bro and I got into our free-range-meat-only habit, and Outback was out the window. Luckily for Dad, Austin Land & Cattle would never dream of serving up anything [...]

June 26, 2009

This weekend: CrossFit + Cookies + Maker’s Mark Traveling Brunch

Saturday itinerary:
8:30am: CrossFit UTB workout (Meet under Mopac Bridge. Work out. Be awesome)
10am: Spectate Men’s BB Doubles at Aussie’s (damn it’s gonna be hot)
1-3pm: Snag free Alexandra’s Cookie Dreams Cookies and a delicious No Sugar Added Mocha Blended at The Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf.
2pm: Hit up BookPeople on N. Lamar for a book-signing [...]

June 25, 2009

Exclusive invite: Rebel Rebel Mojito Happy Hour

Loyal readers, we’re invited to a Rebel Rebel Mojito Happy Hour happening this afternoon on that little street next to GSD&M that people forget about (also sweet West Sixth parking when you’re going out at night). More precisely, 609 Wood Street, tucked away under the trees on Wood Street, on the right.
Free mojitos, appetizers, and [...]

June 24, 2009

Fashion in this town ups the ante with 2 events

For such a hipster place, it can be hard to find clothes to wear in Austin. How to achieve that laid-back but perfectly-put-together look we’re so famous for? And keep our sweat stains from showing at the same time? The cool kids can shop SoCo’s vintage stores, but some of us just don’t have time [...]

June 19, 2009

Dating and Style Workshop at Saks on Saturday

So this is a new twist on the fashion shows that often occur in Austin: include a workshop on Dating and Style! From 3-5pm on Saturday, Shuronda Robinson, an entrepreneur and Life Mastery Coach, and Marjorie Burciaga, noted local image consultant and a freelance writer for Austin Woman Magazine, will present a workshop that covers:
* [...]

June 18, 2009

Just found out about tonight’s Rooftop Movies at Whole Foods!

Hit the rooftop plaza of Whole Foods for food and film! They’re partnering with The Alamo Drafthouse to present two all-time favorites on a giant screen beneath the twilight of the summer sky. Food, beer and wine will be available for purchase a la carte, including a special themed three course meal for only $15. [...]