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A man holding a blue lightsaber stands inside a life-size Star Wars action figure box that is between two displays with Star Wars collectables.
Culture
Austin is home to Holocron Toy Store — a Star Wars-only retailer
The shop sells vintage Star Wars items and is full of memorabilia celebrating the films.
May 03, 2024 02:53 PM
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Michael Beausoleil
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Food
We’re buzzing for locally sourced Austin honey
We have the sweet details on local honey brands that are sourced from Central Texas bees.
October 9, 2023
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Laura Figi
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Food
Fall drink specials to try during October
Enjoy a pumpkin spice, berry cobbler matcha, butter beer, or a delicious array of other fall drink specials from Austin spots.
October 3, 2023
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Laura Figi
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Play
Stay in the know with 21 new and upcoming Austin restaurants
Dining in Austin is always a fresh experience with new restaurants popping up all the time — and more on the way.
October 2, 2023
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London Gibson
Two women looking at art hanging on the wall.
Events
Get some Art From the Streets this October
Get some state of the art pieces at the 31st Annual Art From the Streets show, which benefits at-risk artists in the community.
September 27, 2023
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Laura Figi
The original Kerbey Lane location in Austin's Rosedale neighborhood.
Business
Austin Made: How Kerbey Lane All Day Cafe became the family diner of ATX
The homegrown mini-chain has been serving Austinites pancakes, queso, and coffee for more than 40 years.
September 25, 2023
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Laura Figi
Hugh Forrest onstage with colorful structures and a large screen behind him.
Business
4 reasons Austin could become the next big AI hub
Here’s why local business leaders believe Austin could become a big name in artificial intelligence.
September 20, 2023
A sloping glass house in the background, and a stylish above-ground pool in the foreground.
Real Estate
A peek inside the 37th annual AIA Austin Homes Tour
This year’s AIA Austin Homes Tour will feature nine homes, all new or newly renovated, from local architects.
September 7, 2023
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Laura Figi
A painting of a cat coming out of a toothpaste tube.
Entertainment
New York-based artist opens “absurd” mini residency in East Austin gallery
Artist Patrick Quinn’s residency — called “Lightning is an Angry Rainbow” — is now open as McLennon Pen Co. Gallery’s first Artist-in-Residence
September 7, 2023
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Laura Figi
A group of people listening to a panel at the Opportunity Austin conference.
Business
Opportunity Austin’s plan for the next five years of growth in ATX
The business and economic development group outlined their plan, called Opportunity Austin 5.0.
September 6, 2023
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London Gibson
An overhead shot of a table filled with plates of Chinese food and tiki drinks.
Food
What to eat during Austin Restaurant Weeks
Enjoy $20-$60 meals and specials from some of Austin’s best restaurants while benefiting the Central Texas Food Bank during Austin Restaurant Weeks.
September 1, 2023
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Laura Figi
Outdoor display of thrifted clothing and goods in front of the Treasure City Thrift store in Austin, Texas.
Play
Happy Hauling: swap meets, co-ops, vintage, and resale shops in Austin
Here’s the deal — the resale and vintage shopping scene is stellar in the Capital City. Here are 21 markets and shops to stop by on your secondhand journey.
August 24, 2023
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Laura Figi
Erica Yern holding a mixing bowl in her home kitchen.
Food
Baking it to the top with Cookie Wookie Kitchen’s Erica Yern
The local mini bakery sells Asian fusion takes American cookie classics to another level.
August 22, 2023
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Laura Figi
The Austin skyline, as seen from between trees lining the Ann and Roy Butler Hike-and-Bike Trail./
Events
‘Skip work like a professional’ at the Deep Eddy V.O.D.K.A. Conference
The multi-city “conference” is your ticket to playing hooky... or just having a good time.
August 22, 2023
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Laura Figi
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Business
The top 18 fastest growing companies in Austin, according to the Inc. 5000
Meet the local companies that made the Inc. 5000 2023.
August 21, 2023
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Laura Figi
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Food
Top 100 Places to Eat in Texas list names 21 Austin-area restaurants
Jim’s Smokehouse, Cuantos Tacos, T-Loc’s Sonora Hot Dogs, and 18 other local restaurants earned a spot on Yelp’s Top 100 Places to Eat in Texas list.
August 16, 2023
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Laura Figi
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Play
Read local: Books written by authors from Austin
Don’t forget to treat yo shelf by picking up a new read — or two or three — that was written by your neighbor 📚
August 16, 2023
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Laura Figi
A collage-style graphic of 10 locals in the 30 Under 30 list.
Business
Get to know these 10 faces on the first-ever local Forbes 30 Under 30 list
Austin now has its own Forbes Under 30 list, showcasing 30 young locals who are changing the landscape of the city.
August 10, 2023
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Laura Figi
Hundreds of yogis as seen from overhead at Republic Square
Live
Find your zen with our Austin yoga guide
Check out these 18 yoga studios, which offer vinyasa flows, hot studios, and teacher trainings, around the Capital City.
August 4, 2023
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Laura Figi
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
A shiny bar with multicolored wood and bar stools.
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
A hand holding flours over a bucket.
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
A close-up of a beer, with blurry images of willie nelson on the wall behind it.
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
Two hands holding up mangonadas, with a blue sky behind them
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
A hand holding a glass of white wine
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
A spread of Kerbey Lane's new menu items on a table.
Food
Kerbey Lane on South Lamar is open 24 hours again
Celebrate Kerbey Lane bringing late hours back with a new cocktail, seasonal menu, vegan options, and unconventional happy hour.
June 23, 2023
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Laura Figi
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