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Where to find a great mocktail in Austin
Whether you’re sober curious or fully alcohol-free, these ~30 Austin businesses serve up delicious mocktails you won’t want to miss.
January 02, 2026 02:10 PM
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London Gibson
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Food Network host to open new restaurant in Round Rock
Helmed by television host and restaurateur John Green, Odds Bar & Bistro will serve up elevated bar fare and craft cocktails.
December 10, 2024
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Morgan O’Neal
A festive spread of various dishes arranged on a table with a striped blue and orange tablecloth. The centerpiece is a glazed roasted ham in a copper pot, surrounded by bowls of kale salad, green bean salad, and noodles. Other items include cinnamon rolls, appetizers topped with feta, and a glass teapot with tea.
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Hungry for the holidays: 12 restaurants to grab some grub for December 25
Whether you don’t want to bother with cooking or you want to treat the family to a delicious meal out, here are a few restaurants to try.
December 5, 2024
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Laura Figi
A festive arrangement of holiday-themed drinks, including cocktails garnished with dried citrus slices, star anise, and whipped cream, set against a backdrop of holiday decorations like a small Christmas tree and ornaments. Coasters with the "Upstairs at Caroline" logo are visible in the background.
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Go Rockin’ Around the Rooftops with this holiday bar crawl
Don’t get your tinsel in a tangle — stroll through six of Austin’s holiday pop-up bars for fun with friends and potential for prizes.
November 25, 2024
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Laura Figi
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Stargazer bar and cafe opening in east Austin
The new spot will take over the former Austin Eastciders Taproom and serve goodies from a handful of local businesses.
November 13, 2024
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Laura Figi
A dish of roasted honeynut squash sits in a white bowl, topped with vibrant green microgreens and sesame seeds, set on a layer of green sauce. The contrasting colors and textures create a visually appealing presentation, highlighting the fresh and savory elements of the dish.
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Kimbal Musk’s restaurant The Kitchen opening in Austin
The American bistro will feature Texas-sourced ingredients and spirits in an upscale, Lone Star State-chic interior.
November 8, 2024
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Laura Figi
An espresso martini is being held by a person in a dimly lit, stylish bar setting. The drink is presented in a sleek, coupe glass, with its frothy top adorned by three coffee beans, a traditional garnish for the cocktail.
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Your short n’ sweet guide to espresso martinis around Austin
If you’re headed to see Sabrina Carpenter in concert at the Moody Center on Monday, Oct. 28, sip on that me espresso first.
October 25, 2024
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Morgan O’Neal
A cocktail garnished with lime in a "Scream" themed glass sits on a table with a pumpkin, a skull decoration, and four scary baby dolls.
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10 Halloween events in Austin
From spine-chilling drag shows to eerie outdoor movie nights, Austin has a haunting lineup of events to celebrate Halloween on Thursday, Oct. 31.
October 25, 2024
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Morgan O’Neal
An aerial view of the Austin skyline featuring modern high-rise buildings and the iconic Frost Bank Tower. In the foreground, the Austin Food and Wine Festival is taking place, with large white tents set up on a grassy area near the river. Attendees are scattered across the festival grounds, and the Congress Avenue Bridge is visible, connecting the event site to downtown. The setting is bright and sunny, with the river and surrounding trees adding natural elements to the urban scene.
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Welcome to flavor town: a guide to Austin Food & Wine Festival 2024
Austin Food & Wine Festival is coming up and we’re ready to dig in. Let us help you maximize your time at this annual celebration of eats.
October 18, 2024
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Laura Figi
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A nighttime scene featuring a pathway lined with glowing jack-o'-lanterns hanging from trees. The lanterns illuminate the dark forest, casting an eerie yet enchanting atmosphere. A group of silhouetted people, including adults and children, walk toward the glowing lights, with mist rising in the background, enhancing the haunting, Halloween-like setting.
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16 Halloween happenings to check out in Austin
Themed cocktails, mad science experiments, haunted houses, and pumpkin carving await you throughout the whole month in Austin.
October 13, 2025
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Laura Figi
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Gallery: ACL Fest 2025 outfits that stole the show
Who were the best-dressed festivalgoers at ACL Fest 2025? Let’s take a look.
October 13, 2025
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Morgan O’Neal
Role Model wears a white cowboy hat and long-sleeve shirt sings into a microphone while facing Lizzy McAlpine in a red shirt and jeans on stage. Both are smiling and leaning toward each other as a drummer plays in the background during a lively ACL Fest 2025 performance.
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ACL Festival weekend two headlines you may have missed
From surprise celeb duets to friendship bracelets and festival fashion lessons, here’s everything Austin is still buzzing about.
October 13, 2025
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Morgan O’Neal
A large crowd browses tables stacked with books under a white event tent. People of various ages flip through pages, chat, and examine titles. The tables are neatly arranged with colorful book covers, and the atmosphere is lively and bustling.
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Matthew McConaughey, R.L. Stine, and Chelsea Handler will headline the 2025 Texas Book Festival
The annual free book festival shared the full lineup of 300+ authors, here are a few we’re most excited to hear from in November.
October 9, 2025
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Laura Figi
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ACL Festival tips from a veteran attendee
Don’t go into Weekend Two of ACL Festival blind, but do go in with these tried-and-true tips from someone who has been attending for years.
October 9, 2025
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Laura Figi
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Raw bar + seafood restaurant Skipjack Oyster is now open in Downtown Austin
The upscale restaurant is a great place to bring folks you want to impress, or just a grab a drink and some fresh-caught oysters.
October 8, 2025
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Laura Figi
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‘It’s a great honor': How Asleep at the Wheel became ACL Festival’s annual opening act
Austin-based legacy band Asleep at the Wheel is the only band to have played every single ACL Festival since the event began in 2002.
October 7, 2025
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Laura Figi
Sabrina Carpenter in a sparkly dress walking through the ACL crowd, reaching out to greet fans as people extend their hands and take photos with phones, with stage lights and security staff visible in the background.
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ACL Festival weekend one headlines you may have missed
Whether you attended the festival or not, we’re looking back at some of the most newsworthy moments that transpired during the first half of the festival.
October 6, 2025
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Laura Figi
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How to enjoy ACL 2025 without going to the festival
No wristband? No problem. There are still plenty of ways to enjoy festival season without shelling out for a ticket.
October 2, 2025
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Laura Figi
The counter and display glass display case at Walton's Fancy and Staple in Austin; there are pastries inside the case and you can see the menu behind the counter detailing the dishes. The building's signature red brick wall can be seen behind the counter, and the restaurant's logo is scrolled across the window to the right.
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Restaurants owned by celebrities in Austin
Sandra Bullock, is that you?
October 2, 2025
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Monica Garske