Shag Noir Salon

Minnie Little, Founder & Visionary Marian Little, aka Minnie, a proud Austin native, comes from a lineage of strong, determined women, supported by equally strong partners. These influences have shaped Minnie into a powerhouse in the beauty industry. As the founder of Shag Noir Salon, Minnie has created a space that is not just about...

Leading Women 2024

Club Pilates East Austin

Ala Bengel, lead instructor “Every day I work on being the best version of me and bringing out the best version of others,” says Ala Bengel, lead instructor at Club Pilates East Austin. Pilates is the perfect setting for both. Pilates is more than going through the motions; it’s about creating trust and a sense...

Leading Women 2024

Landscape Evolution

Through the Eyes of a Painter Words Codi Chen | Photos Baptiste Despois Alyssa Dawn Galloway, a self-taught creative, has been deeply involved in fine arts since childhood. The initial years of her professional artistic journey were marked by experimentation and a guarded creative process; however, this venture has since blossomed into an infectious passion...

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Dopamine-Inducing Interiors

Maximalist Elegance at The Menagerie Words Codi Chen | Photos Avery Martin & Britt Short The Menagerie, a private vacation rental just a few blocks from Main Street in Fredericksburg, is a testament to the harmonious blend of history and artistry. Interior designer Sarah Stacey, in collaboration with property owners Nicole and Ramzi AlRashid, envisioned...

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Match Made in Heaven

The Cape Meets East Austin Words Tanya White | Photos Cassandra Klepac Just east of I-35, adventurists and wine-lovers are invited to step into another world and experience the wines, food, and culture of South Africa. Sip on chilled grape varietals common to the region and learn about culinary delights of this lesser-known wine at...

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Wagons East {Store House Market and Eatery}

East Austin Mainstay Takes its Stand in Bastrop Words Ben Haguewood | Photos Ashley Haguewood Have you ever thought that “Some day I’m going to get together with my friends, and we’re going to start the business of our dreams?” Well, Chef Sonya Cote did and is now living the dream in the form of...

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Holding Space for a Timeless Sound {Monk’s}

Austin’s Best Listening Room Experience Words Abby L. Johnson | Photos Baptiste Despois It’s probably the most tired question the uninitiated can ask about the century-old art form: Is jazz dead? Careful observers of the Austin music scene will answer with an astounding negative. But it’s asked for a reason, and one that Collin...

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Ask an Expert: Q&A With John Hardy

Meet the experts behind a family owned and operated solar company as they debunk myths around solar systems, their upkeep, and the installation process. Who should get solar? Everyone has their own reason for getting solar. Generally, those who would like efficient energy for their home or those who want to have a secure backup...

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Splash into the Wild West {Hyatt Lost Pines}

A Family Retreat Words Ashley Bowling | Photos Will Bowling Turning off Highway 71 onto a nicely paved, winding road, mini-hills tickle your stomach, and vistas of live oaks stretch far and wide. Both the rolling hills and tangled oaks set the tone for a thrilling weekend spent in the Texas breeze, relaxing under starlit...

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6 Best Pickleball Courts

Paddle Away at these Curated Courts. Words and Photos Ruby Van De Steeg Grab a paddle and a friend to score big at one of East Austin’s pickleball courts.Whether at the finest facility hosting top players or a hidden gem around the corner,the perfect court awaits. Eastside Paddle ClubPlay with Austin’s best at Eastside Paddle...

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