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6 Best {Barbershops}

Keep Those Edges Sharp Words by Gabby Frasier Photos by Eric Morales and Courtesy of R Todd Fisher East Austin’s creative community doesn’t just stop at the music and fine arts industries. Swing by any of these East Austin barbershops for a new cut, a clean shave, or a hot towel and experience true barber artistry. Barbon’s Barbershop...

6 Best {Family-Friendly Patios}

Come out, come out wherever you are Words by Gabby Frasier Photos by Julia Keim Eric Pohl Gabby Frasier Joe Lucky As the days are getting crisper, East Austin families are trading in their A/C-heavy outings for fresh air, sunshine, and outdoor patios. Between Astroturf playscapes, weekly kids’ music events, and happy hours for the...

6 Best Go+Do

6 Best {Frozen Drinks}

When the days continue to bring the heat Words By Sam Lauron Photo of Hank’s Paloma By Shelby Bella A frozen beverage makes this heated seasonal transition that much sweeter. These adult slushies are a refreshing way to kick off the weekend, enjoy happy hour with friends, or just relax after a long day. Frosé, Eastside...

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5 Best {Summer Beers}

Savor the end of summer with these light brews Words by Sam Lauron Photo courtesy of Zilker Brewing As summer nears its end, soak up every last bit while it lasts. One refreshing way to do that is by gathering a group of friends and heading to a local brewery. Luckily, Austin certainly isn’t limited to great craft...

6 Best Sip+Taste

5 Best Happy Hours

Best 5 East ATX Happy Hours Words and Photos by Shveta Moller Shveta Moller is a food blogger at @atx_bites where she features her favorite Austin discoveries in food and drink. Below, she shares her top picks for happy hours on the Eastside. Revelry Kitchen + Bar I’ve been a big time fan of Revelry Kitchen...

6 Best Sip+Taste

6 Best {Empanadas}

Where to Find this Latin Appetizer Words by Sam Lauron Photos featuring Buenos Aires Café, Cafe Nenai, and Artessano Empanadas, a South American snack, have become a staple in Austin cuisine. Craving something warm, crispy, and stuffed with savory meats, fresh veggies and gooey cheeses? To quench those comfort food cravings, try one of these...

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6 Best {Gardens}

Gardens & Community Farms Words By Erin McWilliams Photo courtesy Johnson’s Backyard Garden It’s easy to forget that natural beauty within the city of Austin exists outside of the Greenbelt, but there are plenty of Eastsiders dedicated to keeping our city sustainable and beautiful. Some of East Austin’s hidden natural gems are right around the...

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5 Best Cinco de Mayo Celebrations on the Eastside

Cinco de Drinko! Every year on May 5, we celebrate the Mexican Army’s difficult victory over the French Empire at the Battle of Puebla, but this year things are getting turned up a notch because not only is Cinco de Mayo on a Saturday, but it is also the same day as the Kentucky Derby. That...

6 Best Events Local + Native Knowledge

6 Best {Veggie Appetizers}

Get Your Greens In Words By Austin Downey Photo courtesy of PitchFork Pretty From perfectly charred Brussel sprouts to plant-based cream sauces, vegetables are having a major culinary moment. This trend is great for the herbivore, health conscious, and foodie alike. So go explore East Austin’s teeming food scene while enjoying some flavor-packed veggie dishes....

6 Best Food Go+Do

5 Best Places to Catch the March Madness Final Four

It’s that time… March is winding down and with it the madness. With only the final four and the championship game left in the NCAA month-long tournament, the competition is heating up and the time has come to stake out your seat at your favorite local establishment with your watch party. So take out your list...

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5 Best {Summer Camps}

6 Best Camps Go+Do

6 Best {Camping Spots}

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