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Austin Monthly Magazine Must Reads

What a fantastic read this month, so much great news and info.  I alway appreciate learning something new:  http://luxuryeducationfoundation.org  

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Dining, Entertainment, Furnishings

Day Tripping: Not the eating mushrooms kind of way

If you have the inclination, patience, and a handful of cash… Hop into the car and head east to Round Top, Texas for some antiquing. If you’re a central Texan or…

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Automotive, Lifestyle

Auto-Aficionado

Car enthusiasts, collectors, and owners are some of the easiest people to buy gifts for. Fifty bucks in the car care section at Auto Zone can go a long way…

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Clothing, Lifestyle

Custom Clothing + J Hilburn.  A Great Fit

I’m a big fan of tailored clothing, but I am not a fan of limited style and fabric selection. Fortunately, J Hilburn understands that. The shirts, pants and suits they…

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4:35 PM
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What’s In Your Closet?

For slimmer men, men’s shopping is basically a pain in the rear. The cuts are wrong, the legs are too wide, and if you find something that fits, the colors…

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    Inside Out! TRIBEZA Interior Tour

    Got 20 bucks and a car?  Check out the TRIBEZA Interiors Tour this weekend.  I’m planning on taking in all the sights. 1/26 Follow Up.  I really like the style of Sara Scaglione…

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  • Alfa Romeo Returns to the USA. Sweet!

        http://www.caranddriver.com/reviews/2015-alfa-romeo-4c-coupe-first-drive-review

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  • Society Diaries

    Don’t Dress Stylishly, Dress Handsomely!

    I’m no fashionista, but I like looking good and being well put together. I chuckled at this blog because it is a bit over the top for my tastes, but there are some…

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    Osteria Pronto at JW Marriott

    So much is going to open and launch in 2015 in Austin. Looking forward to the new Italian eatery, Osteria Pronto, opening up in the JW Marriott.  I’ve tasted food prepared by Chef…

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    When Dining Out Requires Accommodations, Always Ask for a Manager

    Kudos to Cantina Laredo in downtown Austin. I was with a party of 14 with original intentions to dine at Bar Chi Sushi, but delayed arrivals, miscommunications and a very crowded restaurant thwarted…

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  • Straight to the Point, Please

    Totally me!  Not for the dating part, but the article describes me to a tee.

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    Second is First

    I met renowned music producer and DJ, Francis Prève, for a long overdue dinner and chat at Second. He introduced me to a libation called an “Aviator,” something about essence of violet, and it…

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