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Live
50+ wonderful coffee shops to try out in Austin
If you don’t have coffee already in hand, consider this your sign to grab some.
March 02, 2026 10:00 AM
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👀 Meet the company that’s using automation to shake up Austin’s organic food scene
Thanks to a recent tech acquisition, ZIKI’s parent company, The Food Company, is growing.
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Two clear and blue drinks on the counter at Estelle's.
Food
Recapping ATXtoday’s Drink Up Month
In July, we told you all about the local beverage industry. Here’s what we celebrated during Drink Up Month.
July 28, 2023
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London Gibson
Three colorful cups topped with pansies sit on the outdoor table at Aba.
Food
Restaurant-submitted summer drink recipes
Enjoy some of your favorite sips from home with these summer drink recipes, submitted by readers and restaurants from Austin and beyond.
July 27, 2023
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Laura Figi
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Food
Exploring heirloom grains at Abby Jane Bakeshop and Barton Springs Mill
The business partners on Fitzhugh Road are dedicated to one thing: promoting the health and tastiness of ancient, heirloom grains.
July 24, 2023
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London Gibson
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Culture
Your guide to spending a day on Fitzhugh Road
Enjoy all the best stops on Fitzhugh, one of the booziest roads in the Hill Country.
July 24, 2023
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London Gibson
Two clear and blue drinks on the counter at Estelle's.
Events
Drink Up Month: Try the Bluebonnet at Estelle’s
Enjoy this limited-edition cocktail, the Bluebonnet, the last week of July in partnership for Drink Up Month.
July 21, 2023
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Laura Figi
People sitting at picnic tables on the dock outside Mozart's Coffee Roasters, with Lake Austin in the background.
Culture
How to spend a perfect day in Austin
We asked our readers where they would take a friend from out of town — here’s the itinerary they gave us for a perfect day in the Capital City.
July 20, 2023
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London Gibson
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Food
Drink Up: Reader-favorite bars and restaurants
In honor of Drink Up Month, our readers shared their go-to spots for a refreshing beverage in the Austin area.
July 18, 2023
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London Gibson
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Events
Barbie’s perfect day in Austin
Come on Barbie, let’s go party at one of these Austin locales celebrating the release of the hotly anticipated “Barbie” movie.
July 17, 2023
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Laura Figi
The Green Dragon cocktail in a pineapple-shaped glass, next to some pineapples and jalapeños.
Food
Celebrate National Tequila Day with an at-home cocktail recipe
You don’t have to go out to celebrate Drink Up Month — we’re bringing the sips home with a cocktail recipe from Wu Chow.
July 17, 2023
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Laura Figi
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A lively outdoor gathering at a quirky, art-filled venue in Austin, Texas. The space features bright pink triangular sun shades stretched overhead and matching pink umbrellas covering metal café tables and picnic benches. People of various ages sit at the tables, chatting, eating, and enjoying the relaxed atmosphere. A small stage at the center is framed by a corrugated metal roof and decorated with a bold black-and-white abstract mural; a DJ stands behind a booth with speakers on either side. Surrounding the space are lush green plants, string lights with pink bulbs, and a misting fan creating a fine haze for cooling. A white trailer with a large QR code and thank-you message for supporting The VORTEX sits to the left, blending into the venue’s artsy, community-focused vibe.
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The best weekly discounts, specials + events in Austin
Why wait until the weekend to have fun? Discover the best weeknight events in Austin and elevate your after-work plans.
June 9, 2025
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Morgan O’Neal
The Austin skyline in front of a red and purple sky.
Live
How well do you know Austin trivia?
We’re bringing you 35 fun facts about the Capital City, so you’ll want to quiz yourself whether you’re a trivia fiend or local enthusiast.
June 6, 2025
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Laura Figi
barton springs pool on a summer day with a green lawn full of people laying on towels
Culture
50 ways to cool off in Austin
From historic pools and lazy rivers to lakeside parks and splash pads, here’s where you can dive in and cool down around the Capital City this summer.
June 5, 2025
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Morgan O’Neal
A group of people participating in a Pride parade walking around with banners, balloons, and flags in downtown Austin
Culture
Here’s why Austin celebrates Pride Month in June and August
Austinites are lucky to have two Pride Months each year — but have you ever wondered why?
June 3, 2025
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London Gibson
People relax and socialize in and around a pool at the Austin Motel during a “Float Film” event. An inflatable movie screen is set up at the edge of the pool, with inflatable floats and colorful drinks adding to the festive atmosphere. Some guests float in the water while others stand or sit poolside under red-and-white umbrellas. The motel’s retro sign and mid-century buildings are visible in the background.
Events
Float-in flicks: Where to watch a movie on the water in Austin
Make the most of summer nights with this guide to the best poolside and lakeside movie screenings in Austin.
June 3, 2025
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Morgan O’Neal
Downtown Austin from the east, featuring train tracks running through a busy street, lined with trees and vegetation in the foreground. Modern high-rise buildings with glass and steel facades dominate the skyline, interspersed with older, low-rise structures. Cars navigate the streets below, and traffic lights and street signs add to the busy, bustling atmosphere. Clear skies with light clouds above the city.
Culture
If Downtown is Austin’s living room, what does that make the rest of town?
Mayor Kirk Watson calls Downtown “Austin’s living room,” so we’re speculating on what that means for the rest of the city.
June 2, 2025
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Laura Figi
A map of Austin with orange squares showing Zilker Park, the Austin Convention Center, The Long Center, and the Texas Capitol.
Real Estate
How well do you know the map of Austin?
We’ve got a game for you — test your knowledge of how well you know Austin venues by the address alone.
May 29, 2025
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Laura Figi
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City
A new chapter for Austin: Inside the 2025 State of Downtown report
The Downtown Austin Alliance’s new State of Downtown report breaks down the data behind the Capital City’s development, tourism, real estate, and retail market.
May 28, 2025
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Morgan O’Neal
A plated dish of sliced medium-rare sirloin flap topped with blistered shishito peppers and drizzled with a rich brown sauce, served on a cream-colored plate with black trim. In the background, a square slice of bread topped with finely chopped herbs sits on a matching plate next to a glass of red wine.
Food
French-Texan bistro Le Calamar opens in Austin this week
The new restaurant from the Underdog team opens Thursday, May 29 with charcoal-cooked cuts, a pastry program, and happy hour martinis.
May 28, 2025
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Morgan O’Neal
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Culture
Your guide to the 2025 ATX TV Festival
Don’t touch that dial. Some of the most iconic TV productions are coming to Austin for a weekend of binge-watching, star-spotting, and tons of fun.
May 27, 2025
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Laura Figi