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April Fools’ pranks in Austin that we almost fell for
We’ve got some jokers in the Capital City, and these pranks from local businesses almost had us fooled.
April 01, 2026 03:19 PM
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Laura Figi
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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Events
How to celebrate Leo season in Austin
Leo season is from now until August 23, so grab your fellow fire signs and let’s get astrological.
July 25, 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
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
An overhead view of Inn Cahoots' food truck garden and stage.
Development
Multipurpose events venue Inn Cahoots opens this weekend
Group hotel Inn Cahoots will celebrate with a weekend of giveaways, live music, pep rallies, and eats from several on-site food trucks.
July 19, 2023
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Laura Figi
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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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Food
Drink Up: 7 places to get frozen drinks in Austin
Don’t let the heat get you down — just grab a frozen drink at one of these local bars and restaurants.
July 14, 2023
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London Gibson
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Food
Drink Up: Let’s talk about the incredible potential of Texas wine
We spoke with Kelsey Kramer, director of education for William Chris Wine Company, about the bright future of Texas’ wine industry.
July 10, 2023
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London Gibson
A purple and white boba tea in front of a neon sign.
Food
Drink Up: Meet the Austin Boba Girls of Terrazzo Tea
The brand-new, vibey boba tea shop in East Austin is the perfect place to spend your day or night.
July 7, 2023
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Laura Figi
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The “biggest party in Austin” has a week-long itinerary to celebrate Q2 Stadium’s first time hosting the pros for the 2025 MLS All-Star Game.
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Two drinks on a wooden ledge in a bright restaurant: one is a frozen yellow cocktail garnished with a dried lime wheel and a paper straw, and the other is a dark iced beverage with a creamy foam top, served in a stemmed glass. In the background, wooden tables are set with napkins and silverware, and large windows reveal greenery outside.
Food
Suerte’s expanded happy hour will have you feeling lucky
The MICHELIN-recommended Mexican restaurant now serves its happy hour every day, giving you an excuse to unwind with a $10 signature cocktail and wagyu tacos.
July 15, 2025
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Two hands hold up matching Alamo-branded beer cans against a lively nighttime street scene in downtown Austin. A crowd of people fills the background, with colorful neon signs from venues like the Paramount Theatre and State Theatre glowing brightly under string lights.
Food
“King of The Hill”'s signature Alamo Beer will launch in stores this month
The preferred brew of Arlen’s back alley hangouts will be available in H-E-B in late July, just before the series reboot drops on Hulu.
July 15, 2025
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Laura Figi
The front of T-Loc's Sonoran Style Hot Dogs food truck.
Food
These eight food trucks are the best in Austin, according to Yelp
Austin is home to some of the best food trucks, including the No.1 truck in the continental US, plus seven other trucks that put the city on the map.
July 14, 2025
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Where to have fun with kids in Austin
We found the best kid-friendly activities in Austin, complete with art classes, animal encounters, and outdoor fun.
July 10, 2025
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‘Once you taste this food, it’s really hard to go back': How to eat local with Farmhouse Delivery
Farmhouse Delivery founder Stephanie Scherzer answered our questions about the newly relaunched local food delivery service, which aims to get people eating local.
July 8, 2025
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A brief history of Austin businesses from the past
We asked readers to share the closed Austin businesses they miss the most, so for the sake of nostalgia, we’re sharing their stories to keep the memory alive.
July 8, 2025
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How to give back to Central Texans impacted by Guadalupe River flooding
Thousands of Texans were affected by major flooding events over the Fourth of July weekend — here’s how you can do your part in aiding recovery efforts.
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Laura Figi