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Why I Left Twitter

Early in January I executed one of my New Year’s Resolutions; leaving Facebook and Twitter. I’d been on Facebook since 2008 ~ an early adopter as compared to the masses…

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6:19 PM
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An Old Fashioned Taste Off

I’ve started to enjoy the taste of an Old Fashioned. While never a whisky or bourbon drinker, I suddenly find myself really liking the taste of them. So I thought…

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4:22 PM
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Lanai Nightclub is Closing, Sad to Hear It

A seven year run is a pretty good haul for a downtown bar. Lanai was always a fun place to hang out on a rooftop and see the sights of…

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2:22 PM
Dining

An Asian Culinary Adventure Inspired by NPR: Kin and Comfort

I was pulled outside of my comfort zone for this one, but I am glad I let go of my boundaries. I had the pork belly buns and the panang…

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2:47 AM
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Willkommen Fredericksburg! (Day Trip)

Looking for a single day get-away, we decided to hop in the car and head northwest of Austin to Fredericksburg, Texas. I hadn’t visited the town in a while, so…

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7:54 PM
  • Stella San Jac is Stellar. Featuring the Best Biscuit Ever!

    Hotel restaurants in Austin have really upped the ante in recent years. Many of this city’s finest restaurants reside in hotels. The new downtown Westin Hotel does not disappoint with the dining experience offered at…

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    Dining For Life, a Fundraiser for AIDS Services Of Austin

    On Monday and Tuesday, Sept. 14 and 15, AIDS Services of Austin (ASA) is holding its 23rd annual “Dining for Life” event.  The concept is very simple: you eat at one of the…

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    Art is on… Amazon

    Interesting realm to embark upon Amazon. Some curious and approachable pieces in this collection: http://www.amazon.com/b?ie=UTF8&node=6685269011

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    Austin Is Fashionable, Really!

    Daniel Esquivel is an Austinite who has appeared as a contestant on Project Runway. Here is a glimpse of his talent. Fb

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    Sawyer, Where a Menu Means Nothing

    Normally, when I write a review on a restaurant, I approach the experience with an open mind and diplomacy. Surprisingly, I’ve actually had some unfavorable experiences at a number of Austin eateries. I…

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  • Now This Impresses Me! Oyster Feast

    A long-time friend of mine pointed this little gem out to me on Facebook and it must be shared! http://www.atasteofkoko.com/oyster-happy-hours-in-austin-for-every-day-of-the-week/ Enjoy!  

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  • Great Site for Laptop Price Comparisons

    http://www.lappylist.com I always  like to go to dealmac.com or dealnews.com to find great prices on current models.    

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