6 Best New Experiences
A new year calls for something new.
Words by Tejal Thakkar Photo by Shelby Bella
From glassblowing to perfume-making, it’s not surprising that imaginative locals are constantly creating exciting experiences for their neighbors. This year, get out of your comfort zone and pick up a new hobby or discover a unique activity.
Blow Glass at Ghost Pepper Glass
While Ghost Pepper Glass offers full multi-week glassblowing courses and private workshops, their “Taste of Glassblowing” workshop is a fun way to spend a Friday or Saturday evening. Throughout the evening, participants learn about glassblowing and working with molten glass and then make their own souvenir to take away.
ghostpepperglass.com | 979 Springdale Rd., #100
Stretch Out at Stretch Lab
Schedule a one-on-one or group stretch with a trained flexologist who will guide participants through a number of stretches aimed at working with their current flexibility and considering any existing injuries. This experience is not just for those struggling with mobility. It’s amazing how simple stretches can take a self-care routine to new heights. stretchlab.com | 2200 Aldrich St. #110
Make Perfume with Glow Boldly
Glow Boldly, a local Austin perfumery, offers perfume-making workshops that make great personalized gifts or provide team building activities. The workshops also are a fun way to spend an hour or two learning about scents and why they may appeal to each individual. During the workshop, participants learn about the history of perfume-making, sample a selection of 20 scents, and create their own custom fragrance to take home and wear year round.
glowboldly.com
Drag Brunch at The Volstead Lounge
Vixens of Volstead drag brunch has quite the following and is a fun and light-hearted way to spend a Sunday. Brunch is served from 12pm-7pm every Sunday and features performances from guest queens each week, a DJ, and a variety of vendors, all on The Volstead’s dog-friendly patio.
volsteadlounge.wordpress.com | 1500 E 6th St.
Create with Austin Pottery
Austin Pottery offers a range of courses, from wheel throwing to hand-building. After learning about pottery methods, guests will put their newfound skills to work and make their own piece of pottery which the team will then fire for pick up after the class. The studio also offers more in-depth, long-term pottery making courses for those looking to master the art.
atxpottery.com | 5442 Burnet Rd.
Make Sushi at Uroko
Chef Masazumi Saio and Takehiro Asazu of Uroko bring a unique sushi experience to Austin. Though their sushi can be enjoyed at their casual counter service during the week or at their weekend omakase, we suggest rolling up those sleeves and getting those hands dirty at their sushi making class. They have two levels of classes: the beginner course where guests learn how to make sticky rice and a few of the most popular sushi rolls and the intermediate course for the more advanced sushi connoisseur.
exploretock.com/uroko | 1023 Springdale Rd., Bldg. 1, Ste. C
