Otherworldly Cocktails

Launching Drinks into Another Stratosphere Words DEVEN WILSON | Photos PARKER THORNTON A restaurant themed around a night in a Texan desert with robotic pods utilizing AI to deliver guests their orders might instill a fear of being a victim of a gourmet gimmick. However, owner Rikki Wang and her down-to-earth team concoct an experience...

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Lucky 7: Most Colorful Dishes

Words Ruby Van De Steeg Craving a vibrant culinary experience? Taste the artistry of East Austin’s epic food scene, turning plates into canvases. From visually stunning presentations to imaginative flavor combinations, these seven culinary masterpieces showcase chefs as artists, tantalizing the taste buds and captivating the eyes. Buenos Aires CafeThe classic Burger at Buenos Aires...

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Wonders on Display

Austin’s Hub for Immersive Art Words Codi Chen | Photos Will Bowling Stepping into the “Submergence” art installation by Squidsoup feels like crossing into another dimension. Walking through the seemingly endless rows of 8,064 glowing lights, each one pulses with vibrant hues in perfect harmony with the ambient music. The shifting colors envelop, creating a...

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Beyond Girl Power

Sister Musicians Empower Women to Live Boldly. Words by Abby L. Johnson | Photo by Gaby Deimeke Tori, Sophia, and Tiffany Baltierra are no strangers to the spotlight. The trio of twenty-something sisters each discovered their individual musical inclinations early in life and, at the behest of their parents, came together as young girls to...

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6 Best Non Art Galleries

Words by Tanya White Discover Local Art in Unconventional Spaces Opportunities for our local artists to showcase their work extend beyond the myriad of galleries in East Austin. Coffee shops, restaurants, and even gyms offer formal residencies and informal programs showcasing artwork from paintings to sculptures to body art. Bring your curiosity and settle in...

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Eco-Chic Elegance

When ethical practices look good on you Words by Codi Chen | Photos by Parker Thornton The journey toward environmentally and socially conscious business practices in the jewelry industry is an important one for Christine Fail, the founder of Fail Jewelry. Her passion is rooted in education, awareness, and a drive for a better future,...

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Vivid Legacies

Artwork by a Third Generation East Austinite Words by Codi Chen | Photos by Parker Thornton Artist Amado Castillo III finds purpose in being a third generation East Austinite. His response is automatic, “Humbled. I have support here. Not just with my family but in this whole community.” In a city where many are transient,...

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Lucky 7: Restaurant Restrooms

Words by Ruby Van De Steeg | Photo by Casey Dunn of Suerte East Austin’s culinary scene is renowned, but the rest-rooms are equally deserving of praise. These seven local eateries have elevated the humble washroom to an art form, offering stunning art, unexpected amenities, and immersive lighting. 1. Revival Coffee (sadly, now closed)If pink is your...

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Raising the Bar

Beyond the Typical Bar Fare Words Abby L. Johnson | Photos Ashley Haguewood Chef Fermin Nunez, the mind behind the menu of arguably two of Austin’s most celebrated restaurants, Suerte and Este, elevates the traditional happy hour from a discount margarita and snack to an experience that leaves a sophisticated mark on tastebuds. Bar Toti,...

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Inn Kind

A Boutique Hotel Reimagines Coming Home Words Christopher Ferguson, RA | Photos courtesy Frances Modern Inn The Frances Modern Inn offers cozy and curated stays, thoughtfully attentive staff, and an intimate Italian dining experience via their stylish new restaurant: Poeta. “This place is named after my grandmother, Frances,” explains Vicki Faust, founder of The Frances...

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