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of wander 60 AHowsense Wanderlust’s Ashley Spence Clauer found her calling by living in the now. By Rachel Merriman
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56 young women who would have made Ann Richards proud
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50 outdoor dining Perfect picnics.
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52 libations Austin’s coolest cocktail.
28 Around town Photos from Austin events.
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36 Horoscopes Happy birthday, Cancer.
54 fitness A workout that fits your personal style.
must list 38 activities Summer fun. 40 on the bookshelf Destined for the silver screen.
style 44 accessories Beach bag swag. 46 style Our favorite trends and accessories for summer days and nights.
56 wellness What you need to know about rosacea. 58 nutrition Chocolate unwrapped.
opposite sex 86 memo from JB Kids today! 88 Relationships Things you should never say to a man.
savvy woman 90 job envy Laura Sawicki. 92 Community Leader Molly Alexander.
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94 you should know Jacqui Schraad works to preserve the city’s one-of-a-kind history. 96 last word How I beat the summer heat.
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You can forget all your troubles, forget all your cares. So go downtown. Things will be great when you’re downtown. No finer place for sure. Everything’s waiting for you.” —“Downtown” by Petula Clark
Although the lyrics of Petula Clark’s 1964 hit were written about London, they certainly hold true for Austin today. We are blessed with a walkable, vibrant downtown. Bound by the natural beauty of Lady Bird Lake and punctuated by the magnificent Texas State Capitol, our downtown does indeed have it all. In this issue our associate editor, Jane Kellogg, provides an extensive overview of the heart of our city. From restaurants to places to stay and play to venues to listen to live music to pampering palaces to places to shop until you drop, we’ve got it covered, and everything’s waiting for you. Austin is a city forever young and forever looking forward. In our annual “Young Women to Watch” feature, we introduce remarkable young women whose passions and achievements never fail to inspire us. This year we also give a nod to the first graduating class of
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have included ways to beat the heat, recommendations for fun-filled summer activities, summer reads destined for the silver screen, cool day and night attire, and workouts best suited to your personality. We’ve uncovered perfect picnics, the coolest cocktail, the health benefits of chocolate and explored what it really takes to be a top chef with Laura Sawicki of Sway and La Condesa. “Downtown—linger on the sidewalk. You’ll be dancing with ’em too before the night is over. Happy again..the lights are much brighter there. You can forget all your troubles, forget all your cares. So go downtown. Everything’s great when you’re downtown. Don’t wait a minute more—everything’s waiting for you.” Maybe I’ll see you there,
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Laura Herrara is a recent graduate of the Ann Richards School for Young Women Leaders, and she plans to attend the University of Texas in the fall to study electrical engineering. For this issue Herrara interviewed her Ann Richards School classmate Ana Gonzalez and entrepreneur Laura Ambrose for Austin Woman’s annual “Young Women to Watch.” “I don’t know where my life is going to take me,” Herrara says, “but I hope it will keep me in my hometown of Austin. I am a Texan through and through.”
A member of the first graduating class from the Ann Richards School for Young Women Leaders, Tamsyn Stonebarger applied to write our annual “Young Women to Watch” feature and got the chance to interview 11-year-old pro wakeboarder Raleigh Hager as well as Mandy Justiz for this issue. Stonebarger is taking her passion for journalism to the Walter Cronkite School of Journalism and Mass Communications at Arizona State University in the fall, and she plans to pursue a career in sports journalism.
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Head to the Austin Children’s Museum before it closes its downtown location September 1, and check out their new exhibit, Think. Do.Make, which mixes science, engineering and fun. This hands-on exhibit serves up experiences with a twist of creativity and design challenges that will be engaging for the whole family. You and your children will be faced with the task of building your own flying contraption and perfecting the skilled architecture of the beehive. Austin Children’s Museum, 201 Colorado St., 512.472.2499, austinkids.org
3 ACMC Festival: Badi Assad July 20, 7:30 p.m. Classical Guitar Society presents the stunning musical stylings of Badi Assad as a part of Austin Chamber Music Center’s spectacular summer festival. Assad will be performing with her trio from Brazil, infecting the crowd with their soulful songs and spicy dance grooves. In addition to wielding her guitar as a weapon of jazz, Assad is also a singer, songwriter and percussionist of the world beat genre. Her new album, Between Luck and Love, was released in May. Don’t miss your chance to see one of Brazil’s best guitarists. GT Austin, 2700 Northland Dr., 512.300.2247, austinclassicalguitar.org
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Join Austin in celebrating a 38-year tradition with the summer’s best films at the Paramount! In addition to showing these timeless classics, the Paramount will pair some of these favorites with family-friendly activities to help escape the heat. This year’s classics include The Sound of Music Sing-A-Long, Breakfast at Tiffany’s Martinis & Manicures, Pink Panther and a themed scavenger hunt, and Gone with the Wind. Online advance admission is $8; tickets are $10 on the day of the show. Paramount Theater, 713 Congress Ave., 512.472.5470, austintheatre.org
For another moonlit water activity, join in on this new amphibious sport. When it gets dark, head on down to Lady Bird Lake to pedal these eco-friendly bicycle hybrids along the Austin skyline or past a concert on Auditorium Shores. These vessels are suitable for all ages with their safe design and speed topping out at 10 miles per hour. Daytime rentals are available as well as bat tours. Moonlight rentals are $25 per hour, but they are currently offering a $5 coupon on their website. Austin Water Bikes, 208 Barton Springs Road, 512.200.6555, austinwaterbikes.com
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Happy birthday, Cancer! June 21-July 22 Your month: An important cycle ends this month and a new one begins. Jupiter just moved into your sign, bringing with him good luck, travel and gifts as a healer and a teacher. In other words, you get to be Yoda. You should now experience a deep connection with The Force. Fine-tune your leadership skills, embrace your creativity and remember: “You will know the good from the bad when you are calm, at peace and passive—a Jedi uses The Force for knowledge and defense, never for attack.”
July is exciting for many reasons, but first and foremost, the planet ➺ Jupiter moves from his yearlong trek through Gemini to his new home in Cancer where he is happiest. He can focus on home, children, education and the world as a whole. Expect 12 months of good food, lavish house parties, travel, remodeling and authentic “Collective Unconscious” experiences. Leo (July 23–Aug. 23): July is “Hide in Your Cave and Contemplate the Universe” month. You’ve always been action-oriented, so a long stretch of thinking and planning probably sounds dull and boring. However a planetary interaction this month creates a powerful psychic force that manifests in your life: wishes are fulfilled, fantasy becomes reality, ideas turn into action. Be certain of your intentions, because intention in 2013 is on track to become plenty of action in 2014. Virgo (Aug. 24–Sept. 22): This is the time to take your show on the road, literally. Short trips, long trips and festivals: If it involves a suitcase, music and a crowd of people, you need to be there. You see the beauty in those close to you and help them heal their psychological wounds and realize their full potential, and that helps grow your circle of friends. You can also take groups’ goals and visions and make them reality. The ability to inspire large groups of people is a rare gift and you’ve got it, at least this month. Libra (Sept. 23–Oct. 22): If you could see the sky this month the way I do, you would see a star
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pointing to your career, profession and public life. There’s no point redirecting energy or attention anywhere else. Your career and social standing are the vehicles to find and express the meaning of your life this year. Your day-to-day work energy is intuitive, your ability to implement long-range moneymaking plans is unparalleled and you’re very lucky. Maybe your need for public recognition seems ever-expanding, but if the planets support it, why not? Scorpio (Oct. 23–Nov. 21): This month your quest for knowledge is endless, and you’ll read or study anything: philosophy, religion, travel. If knowledge is power you women will be the most powerful sign in the Zodiac by the end of the year. You can also publish that novel you have hidden in your computer. Be brave, be courageous, go where angels fear to tread regardless of the consequences, fight for causes, for family and for the underdog—even if you don’t really want to. Sagittarius (Nov. 22–Dec. 21): This month expect a major experience to change you...significantly. You can normally be a little frivolous with your friendships, but if July
teaches you anything, it’s the importance of forming deep, lasting bonds with people who add meaning to your life. You aren’t interested in shallow people, places or things, and you seem to be intensely interested in the darker mysteries of life. Feeling a little psychic? You can take your intuition to the bank because this month other people’s money is your money. capricorn (dec. 22-JAN. 20): Look at you—sensitive, gentle, kind, compassionate and happy in your relationships. Remember when your loved ones could accurately call you cold? You’ve learned to enjoy the feeling of well-being you get when you are in a good relationship. Relationships are like mirrors, and in the last few years you’ve come to appreciate learning new truths about who you really are—and bask in the reflection of mutual support. This may conflict with the traditional Capricornian need to control, but at least now when you start doing that control thing, you can stop it. aquarius (Jan. 21-Feb. 19): A flamboyant and incendiary hookup leaves you ready to take this month off from work. My advice: Don’t. Partnering may be fun right now, but the real magic happens while you work, not play. You’re everyone’s social director and you can create order from everyone else’s chaos. You’re greatest achievements in July happen during your day-to-day routines. Start working out, upgrade your diet, and reorganize your contact list—these things will bring you luck. pisces (Feb. 20-march 20): Each month one sign gets to have all the fun, and in July it’s you. You’ll enjoy a peaceful work environment. Your health is good, and living is easy. Your creativity is at an all-time high, so start a new project. Insist on the freedom to express yourself, and pay attention to your dreams. Include children and let them help you
create your own fantasy world. You don’t like conflict, and you don’t like to face harsh realities, so just avoid them. It’s okay. Relax. Enjoy July. aries (march 21–april 20): For a year, you guys have felt like gypsies, wandering, spending a lot of time in your car, maybe a little rootless. But this month home and family become everything you wanted and play a powerful role in your life. Consider “Home” July’s lesson plan. Work out your role in the family, work on your home, or move into a better one that more easily accommodates the family you are now. Even family conflict gives you an opportunity to learn and grow. Get things moving. taurus (april 21–may 21): It’s all about communication this month: The strong silent type becomes the great thinker and talker. You say what you mean and mean what you say. Your courageous approach make an impact. You’re on a search for knowledge through experiences, but you’re a little obsessed with your own ideas. The need to let everyone know what you know, especially your siblings, may bristle a few feathers. Keep the lines of communication open in your family, and try not to clash with your peeps—they’re important to you. gemini (may 22–June 20): All those moneymaking ideas you’ve pursued are finally paying off, so this is the time to be clear about what your values are. Does happiness lie in the accumulation of possessions, or using those things to better enjoy the time with those you love? How can you ensure the pursuit of wealth alone does not become the reason for your work? If anyone can do it right, it’s you. Your structured work style blends with your quick, rational thinking and intuition. You know where your values lie. By Deborah Mastelotto deborah@pinkaustin.com
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Summer Fun Nine ways to get out and enjoy Austin’s hottest season. By Courtney Bell fourth of july austin symphony orchestra and fireworks July 4, 4-10 p.m. Ring in Independence Day and join more than 60,000 Austinites for the city’s biggest fireworks show of the year. The Austin Symphony returns for the annual celebration at Auditorium Shores (which has only been canceled once in its 37-year history: two summers ago, due to extreme drought conditions). Enjoy tasty treats from local food and drink vendors from 4 to 10 p.m. Austin artisans will be in attendance with their unique jewelry, artwork and fashions for sale. The symphony begins at 7, and the fireworks presentation will be at 9:45, so get comfortable on the shore and enjoy the show. Auditorium Shores, 701 W. Riverside Dr., 512.441.9015, roadwayevents.comparks.com
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blues on the green Every other Wednesday until August 7, 7:30 p.m. Join KGSR at Zilker Park for Austin’s largest free concert series. There will be plenty of fun in the sun while jamming to the sounds of The Wheeler Brothers, Black Joe Lewis & the Honeybears and Bob Schneider this summer. KGSR’s annual event has become a local favorite and a top nationwide outdoor concert series. For a chance to win a pair of VIP passes, hit up happy hour from 5–7 p.m. before the show every week at Uncle Billy’s (1530 Barton Springs Road, 512.476.0100) for some local brew and ’que. Whether you’re new to town or a Blues veteran, you will not want to miss the
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TopGolf is the newest premier golf entertainment complex to come to Austin and is quickly becoming a favorite hangout for many. This driving range combines addictive point-scoring games with food and drinks to create a feel-good atmosphere for both family and friends. TopGolf uses microchip technology to track the location of your ball to the proximity of the target; the closer you are the more points you receive. For a unique night out, hit up the greens at After Dark every Thursday, Friday and Sunday for a party featuring live local music and DJs. For your golf needs this summer, give this place a shot! TopGolf, 2700 Esperanza Crossing, 512.222.5950, topgolf.com/austin
2013 lineup. Zilker Park, 2100 Barton Springs Road, 512.832.4000, kgsr.com/bluesonthegreen
lake travis zipline adventures All summer long Lake Travis Zipline Adventures offers up a day of thrills and excitement for everyone. With five ziplines ranging from 250 feet to the longest zipline in Texas at more than 2,800 feet, you are sure to get the chills while soaring above
beautiful Lake Travis. As you take in the views of the Texas Hill Country, the professionally trained tour guides will pilot your group through hikes, through the woods and up 20-story cliffs. Make sure you pack a cooler and picnic basket, because once you’re done flying through the trees at top speeds it will be time to relax on more than half a mile of pristine beaches on site. Full Moon Zip is also available for the extreme daredevils. You must be 18 years or older, and headlamps and
glow sticks will be provided. Make all reservations online. Lake Travis Zipline Adventures, 14529 Pocohontas Trail, Leander, 512.614.1996, ziplaketravis.com
BLACK SABBATH July 27, 7:30 p.m. Austin’s bat community might be on edge this summer: Bat-hungry Ozzy Osbourne and Black Sabbath is back! Whether you like to rock or you’re just looking to kick your date night up a notch, this concert is a don’t-miss this summer. Ozzy and the gang are signed up for a full North American tour spanning 20 cities, which kicks off in Houston July 25. The crazy train stops in Austin Saturday, July 27, and will be previewing songs from their new album, 13. The Rock and Roll hallof-famers still have it, rolling out eight new heavy metal hits while reviewing the classics. The Frank Erwin Center hosts this maniacal event; check out their website for tickets. Frank Erwin Center, 1701 Red River St., 512.471.7744, uterwincenter.com
where you can get up close and personal with beautiful underwater life. There truly is something for everyone at SeaWorld Aquatica. SeaWorld Aquatica, 10500 SeaWorld Dr., San Antonio, 800.700.7786, seaworldparks.com
rhythm on stage Select Tuesdays until August 17, 7-10 p.m. Ballet Austin and the Long Center team up again for Rhythm on Stage, part of the venue’s annual All Summer Long! event series. Ballet Austin’s Butler Community School will be teaching free public dance lessons in a variety of genres twice a month this summer on the Long Center’s Meredith Family Stage. Last summer, thousands of budding dancers participated, and this summer promises to be bigger and better than ever. This month, instructor Vincent Sandoval leads a class July 9 on Broadway theater dance, teaching “One” from A Chorus Line. The following Tuesday, Prakash Mohandas, founder of Agni Performing Arts, takes Austin
on an exploration of Bollywood dance. If you’ve always wanted to learn how to dance, this is an opportunity few professionals have ever had: the chance to dance on stage at the Long Center. Instruction for beginners takes place during the first 45 minutes, and the class culminates with an open dance. The Long Center, 701 W. Riverside Dr., 512.476.9151, thelongcenter.org
concerts in the park Sundays until August 25, 7:30 p..m. Back for it’s 11th season, Austin Symphony Hartman Foundation brings to you Concerts in the Park. Pack a picnic and bring the whole family down to Hartman Concert Park at the Long Center to enjoy the sweet sounds of music floating through the hot summer air. Each Sunday enjoy a different ensemble rotating between strings, brass, woodwinds and big band. Music starts at 7:30 p.m. each Sunday. The Long Center, 701 W. Riverside Dr., 512.474.5664, austinsymphony.org
round rock express All summer long Take me out to the ball game! The Round Rock Express has already kicked off their season, so hurry out to Dell Diamond to take part in America’s favorite pastime in our own backyard. With 16 games in the month of June and tons of promotions and giveaways, this is sure to be a hit with the whole family. Dell Diamond, 3400 E. Palm Valley Blvd., Round Rock, 512.255.2255, rrexpress.com
Seaworld aquatica All summer long Grab your swimsuit and head down to San Antonio to check out SeaWorld’s one-of-a-kind water park that blends animal interaction, thrilling rides and relaxing pools for the whole family to enjoy. Plan plenty of time to explore the 42,000 square feet of sandy beaches that cover the park. Start your day off right by renting a private cabana for a shaded meeting spot including a mini fridge, souvenir towels, sunscreen and padded lounge chairs. Aquatica features a gigantic wave pool that swells up to five feet, thrilling body slides of more than 450 feet in length and a three-story interactive funhouse. Stingray Falls, Aquatica’s signature attraction, puts you in a two-person tube and takes you on a journey through an underwater grotto leaving you face-to-face with tropical fish and stingrays. Young children might enjoy the calm pace of the children’s pools and petting reef,
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The Sisterhood by Helen Bryan
Destined for the Silver Screen From The Great Gatsby to World War Z, this summer has proven to be a very literary film season—here are two new books that could be the next big thing in Hollywood. By Jennifer Morgan
Helen Bryan, author of the bestselling War Brides, admitted she could see her book being turned into a movie even as she was writing it. “I think The Sisterhood would make a blockbuster of a movie,” she tells Austin Woman. “I am always immersed in the story to the point that I have a clear mental picture of what I am writing. In a sense, the movie is playing out in my mind as I write.” Lovers of Dan Brown’s The Da Vinci Code are sure to enjoy this great novel. Menina is a girl with a terrible past who gets a taste of life better than a dream, only to see it shatter before her. Yet this devastating turn of events leads her to a future of truth and discovery. Austin Woman chatted with Bryan about her research, struggles and hopes for her book’s future. Austin Woman: This novel takes the reader on an extraordinary journey through time and place.
What was your writing process like, and what were some of the challenges you faced? Helen Bryan: The seeds of The Sisterhood were sown years ago when I visited an old Spanish convent dating from the Reconquista. It was atmospheric in the way that very old buildings can be, with low ceilings, dim rooms, a faint scent of something sweet and spicy like a mix of beeswax and incense, and an aura of peace and order. It turned out this convent had had an orphanage for the illegitimate daughters of the aristocracy, who grew up there and became nuns. This poignant bit of information was enough to fill the convent’s corridors with the sighing ghosts of long-dead nuns and little girls, an irresistible starting point for a book. The background information for the book expanded, and the result, when I finally began to write, was that a few nuns became a unique order with a curious history, one orphan girl became five, all with backstories
that put them at risk from the Inquisition, and a narrow escape to the New World…Ultimately, the biggest challenge was how to weave a very large narrative tapestry from the information I had and then overlay it with the story of a modern-day character who would pull it all together to give the story a modern resonance. AW: If you had to cast the movie, who would you choose to play your characters? HB: Intriguing question! For Menina: Jessica Brown-Findlay, the actor who was Lady Sybil in Downton Abbey. Her face is absolutely right for Menina—beautiful, sensitive and capable of conveying intelligence and reserve. For Theo: Ryan Gosling or Matt Damon. For Alejandro: Javier Bardem. For Sarah-Lynn Walker: Kathy Bates. And for Becky: Jennifer Lawrence—she is taller than Becky is described as being, but would capture Becky’s combination of sass, grit, courage and vulnerability.
This summer’s blockbuster, The Great Gatsby, has audiences buzzing about what else Hollywood has on its bookshelf. F. Scott Fitzgerald’s celebrated novel has undergone several film adaptations, but we at Austin Woman still wonder if the silver screen has found its true Gatsby. Therese Anne Fowler offers a solution in her fresh fictitious biography, Z: A Novel of Zelda Fitzgerald. Who could be better cast as Gatsby than the fragile man who penned him? Zelda is a book that delves into the whirlwind of the Fitzgeralds’ world,
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following the couple through the adventures of their first meeting to the glitz and glamour of the great cities of the Jazz Age. Zelda redefined what it meant to be a woman in the Roaring Twenties, and this novel offers a poignant view of her perspective that has rarely, if ever, been explored. Now that The Great Gatsby has proven itself worthy once again, the 21st century audience is obsessed with the luxurious legacy of the 1920s. Join the masses by engrossing yourself in the period’s splendor as well as its heartaches; only Hollywood knows if Zelda is worthy of her time on the silver screen too.
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How did you get involved with APA?
I once fell in love with a dog’s picture online. His name was Thunder. Falling in love with Thunder meant flying to Nashville to adopt him and drive him home to Texas. Which we did without hesitation! I got involved with APA! to help find homes for pets right here in my own community. I hope even just one of my photos can move an adopter to fall in love and save a life.
What types of activities do you do with APA?
I’m a volunteer photographer and work with the Dog Marketing and APA-specific Marketing and Social
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The first dog that I ever photographed for APA! was a sweet little terrier named Otto. He was adopted within 24 hours of having his picture taken. I have no idea if my photo had anything to do with his adoption, but it was magical to have even a tiny part in his story. I was hooked at that moment!
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Bugsy was my first puppy love. He taught me the true meaning of commitment, unconditional love, companionship and resilience. I adopted him at six weeks and he lived to be 15.
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A good pair of sunnies at a good price is a must— we love this pair from Converse in Aqua. An oversized ombre beach tote: Need we say more?
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Beach hat, $38, available at Anthropologie, 11410 Century Oaks Terrace, 512.873.8429, anthropologie.com
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Beach towel, $10, available at Target, 2300 W. Ben White Blvd., 512.445.2266, target.com
Tote bag, $38, available at Anthropologie, 11410 Century Oaks Terrace, 512.873.8429, anthropologie.com
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flops to flip for We love these four casual sandals whether it’s for a stroll on the beach or just a trip to the neighborhood pool. Photos by Rudy Arocha Metallic sandals, $60, available at Blue Glue Bikini, 11506 Century Oaks Terrace #108, 512.833.9113, blue-glue.com
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Summer Days Bright colors, one-of-a-kind jewelry and funky bags are essential for an authentically Austin summer look. Photos by Rudy Arocha
J.Bird Delara statement necklace, $355, available at Estilo, 234 W. Second St., 512.236.0488, estiloboutique.com
Ray-Ban sunglasses, $165, available at Neiman Marcus, 4115 S. Capital of Texas Hwy., 512.447.0701, neimanmarcus.com Skirt, $60, available at Express, 11010 Domain Dr., 512.832.8837, express.com Gorjana Arrow ring, $45, available at Y&I Clothing Boutique, 1113 S. Congress Ave., 512.462.0775, shopyandi.com
Tory Burch rattan tote, $450, available at Neiman Marcus, 4115 S. Capital of Texas Hwy., 512.447.0701, neimanmarcus.com
Gomax Berdine sandals, $32, available at Eleven Eleven, 1111 S. Congress Ave., 512.448.9624, shopeleveneleven.com
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Lucy Love Willow top, $46, available at Eleven Eleven, 1111 S. Congress Ave., 512.448.9624, shopeleveneleven.com Elaine Turner clutch, $195, available at Neiman Marcus, 4115 S. Capital of Texas Hwy., 512.447.0701, neimanmarcus.com
AG jeans, $168, available at Neiman Marcus, 4115 S. Capital of Texas Hwy., 512.447.0701, neimanmarcus.com
Rose Pierre Sparkling Sea cuff, $80, available at Eleven Eleven, 1111 S. Congress Ave., 512.448.9624, shopeleveneleven.com
Steve Madden Realove patent heels, $85, available at Y&I Clothing Boutique, 1113 S. Congress Ave., 512.462.0775, shopyandi.com
Roost rings, $78 (each), available at Eleven Eleven, 1111 S. Congress Ave., 512.448.9624, shopeleveneleven.com
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Turn Back the Clock
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Editor Deborah Hamilton-Lynne picks five unbeatable anti-aging products.
Veneffect Anti-Aging Lip Treatment You’ll want to use every last drop of this product. By combating the hormonal changes and loss of skin tone in and around the lip area, it plumps, softens, hydrates lips and reduces fine lines. $85, available at Neiman Marcus, 3400 Palm Way, 512.719.1200, neimanmarcus.com
L’Oréal Youth Code BB Cream Beauty professionals rave about this cream, and true to the hype it smooths and hydrates and lightens skin with the added benefits of including a sunscreen. You can see results in about a week. This one is a keeper. $17, available at Target, various locations, target.com
Lytera Skin Brightening Complex If you are combating hyperpigmentation and dark spots, this is the nonprescription remedy for you. It’s pricey, but it lasts for at least 12 weeks. $125, available at Westlake Dermatology, 6836 Bee Cave Road, Suite 111 & 300, 512.328.3376, skinmedica.com
.Murad Rapid Collagen Infusion From a company that consistently produces quality antiaging products, Murad’s Rapid Collagen Infusion hydrates and produces a smooth complexion, effectively reducing fine lines and wrinkles in a matter of hours. $78, available at Sephora, various locations, sephora.com
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“A picnic has the ability to take all one’s cares away and let the great outdoors, food in our bellies and excellent company fill us with warmth and happiness.”—Tori Finch
Perfect Picnics Tips from author Tori Finch for creating the prettiest picnic in the park. By Erin Henry Let’s face it: while picnics are great, they can also be daunting (the heat! the logistics of food travel!), but British author Tori Finch is schooling us in the art of this time-treasured
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tradition. A Perfect Day for a Picnic includes gorgeous photos, 10 themes and more than 80 delectable recipes. Whether you’re packing PB&Js or Porchetta, you’ll learn how to make yours the prettiest picnic in the park. Austin Woman: If there’s no time to prepare a proper meal for an impromptu alfresco excursion, what are some must-haves that can be assembled quickly? Tori Finch: First and foremost the most essential thing needed for a great picnic is your favorite company. From there on if you are having an impromptu picnic, be it outside or even inside (a romantic picnic on your living room floor) you don’t need anything too fancy to make a delicious meal. Even a cookout breakfast picnic is a
really lovely way to spend a Sunday morning. Simple components that can be pulled together quickly are what you need. Dips and crudities are always popular, and dips are super easy to make, like butter-bean dip, which is simply cooked beans, a little crème fraiche, lemon juice and seasoning whizzed together. For a main meal broiled salmon is delicious cold. Sprinkle it with some smoked paprika, broil for 10 minutes and squeeze some lemon juice over it, allow to cool and wrap in tin foil before packing into a cooler bag. Next bring three salads together; a mixed-bean salad or couscous works well and takes minutes to make while you wait for the salmon to broil even. A simple arugula and shaved-Parmesan salad with a balsamic dressing is great—remember to take the dressing along
separately and drizzle over before you serve to avoid droopy leaves. Lastly a yummy cucumber, pineapple and dill salad—recipes for which are in the book—is delicious. Next remember something to drink, be it a bottle of bubbly or something soft, like elderflower cordial mixed with soda water. And then you’ll need something sweet to top it off. Chocolate brownies are delicious, and you may have all the ingredients in your kitchen cupboard. I have an amazing recipe for these in the book. If you don’t have time to bake, then serve the simple but always amazing strawberries and double cream. Then all you need to remember are plates, cutlery, cups, something to carry it all in like a cooler bag or backpack, and something to sit on, like a blanket. AW: What is your personal favorite summertime picnic meal? TF: I can’t say what my favorite picnic is as I love them all! From the book, when I feel like being transported back to Asia, I love the Indochine Picnic. When I’m hanging out by the seaside I love nothing more than the Beach Picnic with friends and family, staying long into the night sitting ’round a bonfire and singing songs. The Bohemian Picnic is an awesome way to entertain friends. I think the best meals for warm balmy days encapsulate clean, cool and fresh flavors, which
is why picnics work so well as they are usually prepared in advance and have lots of components to them which are shared around. It’s just everyone tucking into great food, which is the recipe for a perfect picnic. (A Perfect Day for a Picnic by Tori Finch, Ryland Peters and Small, $25, rylandpeters.com. Photography by Georgia Glynn-Smith)
Rent a Picnic Antonelli’s Cheese Shop takes all the work out of packing a gourmet picnic basket. By Jane Kellogg, Photo by Rudy Arocha Sometimes it’s worth it to let the pros handle things. When it comes to packing a delicious picnic, John and Kendall Antonelli are your neighborhood heroes. The cheesemongers opened Antonelli’s Cheese Shop in Hyde Park in 2010, sharing their love of small-production cheese with Austin’s dairy-loving citizens. Perhaps the best service Austin’s first cheese shop offers is a picnic basket rental. For $75, Antonelli’s loads up a wicker basket with three hand-selected cheeses such as Vermont’s Jasper Hill Farm Bayley Hazen Blue, the French Chaubier and Spain’s Caña de Oveja. The meal is rounded out with two quality charcuterie selections such as prosciutto and spicy salami, Marcona almonds, either a baguette or crackers, a fine dark chocolate, and a bottle of wine (the vino can be replaced with beer if that’s more your style, or with nonalcoholic drinks if you’d prefer to pack a PG picnic). Complete with a corkscrew, plates, napkins, silverware and drinking glasses, all that’s missing is a picnic blanket, good company, cool breezes and the shade of one of Austin’s beautiful live oak trees.
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Aust in’s C ooles t C oc k tai l
April 5, 1971
Raising the Bar Quench your thirst with Bar Congress’s Jason Stevens as he prepares Austin’s coolest cocktail. By Matt McGinnis, Photos by JoJo Marion Austin’s status as a big city seems to have been cemented over the past year with the arrival of Formula 1 racing, the burgeoning census data and the advent of 10-digit dialing to accommodate a new area code. The city’s growth might bring more congestion, but it hasn’t dramatically altered its sophisticated and adventurous, yet relaxed, personality. Austin’s best bars embrace that same personality. That’s what makes them cool. Whether you are closing a deal over happy hour, looking to impress your friend on date night or you just want to relax after work, the swanky cocktail lounge at Bar
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This lively cocktail is named for the day Gary Busey was arrested for his first DWI. (This historical fact is completely unconfirmed and fully fabricated.)
Congress is your destination. Tucked between its sister establishments—the casual Second Bar + Kitchen and the elegant Congress restaurant—Bar Congress is a refined yet welcoming blend of both. It’s a neighborhood bar where residents nibble on Chef David Bull’s delectable snacks, a celebration destination for a glass of Champagne before a 20th anniversary dinner and a cocktail bar where aficionados congregate for some of today’s best craft cocktails. The man behind the excellent cocktails, Jason Stevens, has polished his skills over the past 15 years of bar management at hot spots such as the East Side Showroom and The Tigress before coming to Bar Congress. He is an award-winning mixologist, speaker and teacher of the history and art of quality-focused cocktails, and his recipes have been published nationally and locally. Stevens sees a shift toward simplicity in the Austin cocktail scene. “The era of the 25-minute cocktail is going away,” he says. “There is a focus on simple cocktails with fresh local ingredients and local spirits. Tequila and mescal are popular here. With the onset of summer, people want refreshing drinks. I’m a big fan of all types of rum. I’m also getting into aromatized wines, aperitifs and vermouth.”
Ingredients: 1 ounce Siembra Azul Tequila Blanco 1 ounce Amontillado Sherry ½ ounce lemon juice ½ ounce Cong’s Spices #2, a lightly spiced grapefruit cordial made in-house Directions: Combine all ingredients, shake and serve up with a twist of Rio Star grapefruit peel on top. The April 5, 1971, combines Steven’s love for Sherry and tiki drinks without using rum. It mingles the light and refreshing elements of a margarita but tastes nothing like one. It’s complex without being difficult, showcasing the flavor of tequila. The light touch of cinnamon and allspice gives it a playful and sophisticated zing. The fresh zip of citrus sings summer wrapped in a whisper-dry Sherry for a nutty almond underlying flavor with a hint of sweetness. “On the surface it’s laidback, but it has lots of depth and complexity once you get past it all,” Stevens says, “just like Austin.”
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The Perfect Fit Choose a workout that fits your personal style. By Sadie Flynn The right workout is different for everyone. Some prefer upbeat music paired with intense cardio, while some would rather relax in a restorative yoga session. Whatever your preference, AW handpicked five fitness studios that offer practices fit for any skill level. Try sweating it out at one (or all!) of these spots.
ModFit
What you’re looking for: Low-impact, isometric and resistance training, group activity What you can expect: Don’t be deterred by the mix of fitness styles that ModFit incorporates into their group classes. Whether a novice gym-goer or a trained athlete, these classes offer an intense totalbody workout fit for any and all skill levels. Combining barre work, Pilates, yoga, cardio, strength and resistance training, and stretching with a variety of equipment, ModFit is the ideal exercise hub for folks looking to lean out and tone up. Cost: One class for $20, five classes for $90, 10 classes for $170, 20 classes for $320 or unlimited monthly memberships starting at $170 Contact: 2041 S. Lamar Blvd., 512.765.5663, modfitnessaustin.com
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want to check out PureRyde. Contrary to your standard spin class, PureRyde offers more than just an hour of intense cardio on an uncomfortable bike seat. Rather you can expect state-of-the-art stationary cycles that actually move and turn with you as you ride, giving you the ability to engage in a full-body workout. Cost: One Ryde for $22, five Rydes for $100, 10 Rydes for $190, one week unlimited Rydes for $45 or one monthly membership of $200 for unlimited Rydes Contact: 507 Pressler St., Ste. 900, 512.474.7433, pureryde.com
Camp Gladiator
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What you’re looking for: High-intensity, lowimpact, group activity What you can expect: If you’re interested in killer music selections, a group activity that lets you go at your own pace and a beautifully designed studio, you might
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What you’re looking for: High-intensity, strength training, cardio, outdoor boot camp What you can expect: With a group of handpicked professional trainers, CG promises a motivating and challenging environment where men and women of all ages and skill levels can push, pull, sweat, jump and run themselves into achieving their fitness goals. The group classes range from 15-50 people and are conveniently located all around Austin—just look for the sea of workout mats and listen for the upbeat music blaring loudly at 6 a.m. Cost: Prices per camp start at $160, and consecutive campers are eligible for the $69 recurring camp deal. Contact: 512.761.7115, campgladiator.com
Crossfit Central
What you’re looking for: High-intensity, weight lifting, cardio, personal training.
What you can expect: Though Crossfit Central may seem like a gym reserved for an elite group of athletes, their program is individually tailored for each person to achieve their health and fitness goals. With intimate group classes and knowledgeable trainers helping push you to lift weight you never would have lifted before, you’ll find that it’s the community and immediate results that keeps you coming back for more. Cost: Classes start at $150 for 2x a week and $220 for 3x a week; other specials and discounts are offered monthly. Contact: 6205-A Burnet Road, 512.507.6450, crossfitcentral.com
Wanderlust
What you’re looking for: Low-impact, relaxation and repair, yoga, group activity What you can expect: Perfect for beginners and experienced yogis alike, Wanderlust Yoga offers a wide range of classes set to live music inside their breathtaking studio in the heart of downtown. From Yoga Basics to YoStrong to Intermediate Vinyasa, each class is a one-of-a-kind experience that builds strength, flexibility, openness, mindfulness and vitality. So grab your mat, grab a smoothie from their in-studio cafe, and prepare to clear your mind and body. Cost: Monthly rates start at $120, but new members can try it out with 30 days of yoga for $35. Contact: 206 E. Fourth St., 512.502.5183, austin.wanderlustyoga.com
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More Than Just a Red Face
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what type of rosacea you have.
Symptoms Flushing/ Blushing—Dr. Rasmussen says that patients who have this condition “have a propensity to By Jill Case be a flusher or blusher, so they I am a fair-skinned, strawberry blonde can get red very woman, and I have always blushed easeasily.” This is ily and turned red whether I’m in the sun, often one of the the wind or the cold. One doctor said first symptoms I had rosacea, but after talking to Dr. of the condition. Steven Rasmussen, chief of dermatology Persistent Redat Austin Regional Clinic, I found there ness—This is the were many things I didn’t know about this symptom most condition and the way I had been treated often associated for it in the past. with rosacea in people’s minds. It may seem like Rosacea (pronounced “row-ZAY-sha”) affects a sunburn or a blush that never goes away. about 16 million people in this country, accordVisibly Dilated Blood Vessels—People often call ing to the National Rosacea Society. The condithem broken blood vessels, but they are dilated tion causes a variety of symptoms ranging from and become visible on the face. facial redness to acne-type bumps. Pimples and Bumps—These bumps may reThere is no diagnostic test for rosacea; semble acne, and they may be hard or pus-filled. instead, a physician will make the diagnosis One thing that distinguishes rosacea from acne after taking a medical history, discussing your is that rosacea sufferers will not get blackheads symptoms and conducting a physical examinaalong with the bumps. tion. In addition to determining whether or not Other symptoms may include burning and you have rosacea, your physician will determine stinging and even facial swelling (edema). Symptoms will vary, depending on the individual and the sub-type In the Red of rosacea they have. Many people with a red face automatically assume they have rosacea, or worse, they will avoid seeing a doctor Sub-Types of Rosacea for a diagnosis; instead, they simply buy over-the-counter Medical experts have treatments to treat—what they assume is—rosacea. identified four sub-types of rosacea. This is a mistake on more than one front. First of all, over-theSub-Type 1 (erythemacounter treatments will not help every patient with rosacea. totelangiectatic rosacea): Secondly, redness might be a symptom of another condition, “The first type is when and the patient might not even have the disease. they just have a red face, According to Dr. Steven Rasmussen, other conditions that and they don’t have any cause redness include sun damage, seborrheic dermitis and acne bumps,” Dr. Rasmusallergic reactions. Red cheeks can also be a symptom of lupus. sen says. “[These people] If you have chronic facial redness, you should see a doctor to are flushers and blushers, determine the cause. “Everyone who has rosacea can have a and they may have dilated red face,” Dr. Rasmussen says, “but not everybody who as a red blood vessels, so they are face has rosacea.” the people who always look red.”
What you need to know about rosacea.
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Sub-Type 2 (papulopustular rosacea): According to Dr. Rasmussen, “This is the typical pustular variant where people get acne bumps. They have red cheeks, and they get acne bumps on top of that.” Sub-Type 3 (phymatous rosacea): This type is mainly identified by skin thickening, which often results in an enlarged nose (sometimes called the W.C. Fields nose or rhinophyma). Dr. Rasmussen says that this condition is most often found in men and rarely occurs in women. Sub-Type 4 (ocular rosacea): Irritation of the eyes characterizes this type. This may include swelling in the eyelids, tearing, burning or dry eyes. Dr. Rasmussen says patients may feel a grittiness that feels like sand in the eyes. Patients may have symptoms of more than one sub-type, and treatments vary according to an individual’s needs. Treatment Rosacea cannot be cured, but it can be treated effectively using topical treatments, oral antibiotics or lasers. Treatments need to be tailored to an individual by a dermatologist (or other physician). Dr. Rasmussen recommends pulse-dyed laser treatments for Sub-Type 1 (erythematotelangiectatic rosacea). “There are no oral medications that can get rid of the redness,” he says. The laser treatment helps with dilated blood vessels and persistent redness associated with Sub-Type 1. It is also used to treat the thickened skin caused by Sub-Type 3 (phymatous rosacea).
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Sub-Type 2 (papulopustular rosacea) is most often treated with topical medications (including azelaic acid or metronidazole) to reduce inflammation, in addition to oral antibiotics (including clindamycin, erythromycin and metronidazole) to treat the bumps and pustules. Ocular Rosacea (Sub-Type 4) may be treated with metronidazole gel (an antibiotic you apply to your eyelids) and with oral antibiotics. Your doctor may also recommend artificial tears to help with dryness. Dr. Rasmussen says that most over-the-counter treatments are “all about hiding the redness,” and most of the products use a green base to help mask the redness. He recommends CeraVe A.M. and P.M., as well as Cetaphil cleansers, as good over-the-counter products. Dr. Rasmussen also offers this tip for relieving the redness: “If you actually spray a bit of Visine on your face, it will give you less redness for an hour or two.” Flare-Ups Each person has things that might trigger flareups, and these are caused by lifestyle choices and environmental factors. Stimulants include sunlight, hot or cold weather, wind, spicy foods, alcohol, hot drinks, or certain cosmetics and skincare products. Some of these triggers cannot be avoided, but patients can do things like wear sunscreen and hats to keep sunlight off their face. They can also avoid spicy foods and alcohol in social situations or just be emotionally prepared for the fact that they will experience a flare-up if they do consume things that might cause an outbreak. Patients may also use over-the-counter products to mask the redness if they know they will be exposed to triggers. Rosacea may be a chronic condition, but it is treatable, so no one should have to suffer the embarrassment or social anxiety that often comes with the disease. Working with a doctor is the solution. “Everyone’s rosacea is different,” Dr. Rasmussen says, “so you have to find what works for you.” For more information, visit rosacea.org. Dr. Steven Rasmussen, M.D., F.A.A.D., is the chief of dermatology at Austin Regional Clinic. He is board certified in dermatology and a fellow of the American Academy of Dermatology. austinregionalclinic.com
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Chocolate Unwrapped The secret to a healthy indulgence. By Andy East The health benefits of the world’s most coveted superfood, from lowering blood pressure and cholesterol to guarding against diabetes and dementia, have long been used as an excuse to consume dark chocolate in excess. Eat up with Austin Woman as we go on an epicurean journey through the history of cocoa. For nearly 3,500 years prior to the arrival of Europeans in the Americas, indigenous groups such as the Olmec, Maya, Aztec and Kuna had been mixing the crushed seeds of the Theobroma cacao tree with water, brewing the world’s first cocoa beverages. While these ancient elixirs were a hallmark of ancient diets, they were a far cry from modern, sugar-crazed chocolate confectionery as chili peppers, cornmeal and even the blood of human sacrifices were added to spice up cocoa’s natural bitter flavor. In fact, even the word “chocolate” comes from the Aztec word “xocoatl,” meaning “bitter water.” Cocoa was such a centerpiece in Aztec culture that cocoa beans were even used as monetary instruments, proving that money did once directly grow on trees. Three beans could purchase a freshly-picked avocado, 10 could fetch a rabbit and 100 could buy a slave. Despite being fascinated by cocoa’s multifaceted uses in the New World, the Europeans detested the acerbic flavor of cocoa, adding sugar and honey, which would portend the advent of the modern chocolate bar centuries later. But with the world chocolate market raking in more than $80 billion a year and Americans devouring nearly three billion pounds of chocolate every year, the economic prowess of cocoa shows
no signs of losing its mojo. And even though sugar-infused cocoa treats dominate world consumption, the Kuna people, who live on archipelagos off the coast of Panama, still consume cocoa just as their ancestors did, resulting in astonishing health benefits. “One of the things that have been observed about the Kuna people is that as they get older, they don’t seem to have the age-related increase in blood pressure that is usually seen with aging,” says Jonny Bowden, board-certified nutritionist and best-selling author of The 150 Healthiest Foods on Earth. “What [researchers] have found is that the major beverage they drink there is made from cocoa and [it] appears to be responsible for their low blood pressure.” The reason behind the Kuna’s stunning lack of high blood pressure is that cocoa is one of the most potent antioxidants on Earth, far surpassing exalted superfoods like blueberries and pomegranates. “A byproduct of your cells trying to fend off the sun and pollution and other things that enter into our bodies is oxygen that can damage the cells,” explains Tarie Beldin, a registered and licensed dietician with 21 years of experience consulting for St. David’s Foundation, Sun City and Capital Metro’s wellness program.
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“These antioxidants decrease the oxidation that can happen to the cells.” And dark chocolate is teeming with them. According to the USDA Oxygen Radical Absorbance Capacity Unit (ORAC) chart, blueberries contain 2,400 ORACs per 100 milligrams, but dark chocolate has more than 13,000. Moreover, cocoa has a high concentration of flavenols, which are plant compounds found in nature—such as tea, berries, nuts and dark chocolate—that contain antioxidant properties. “We know that they are effective for lowering blood pressure,” Bowden says. “We know that the cocoa flavenols help the endothelium, which are the one-cell lining of the artery walls. The endothelium releases a very important molecule called nitric oxide. It’s a very important molecule that relaxes the artery walls, contributes to lowering blood pressure, circulation and heart health in general.” The list of medical conditions on which flavenol-rich cocoa has been shown to have a positive effect runs the gamut from lowering blood pressure, LDL “bad” cholesterol, increasing HDL “good” cholesterol, improving blood flow, preventing arteriosclerosis, reducing the risk of stroke, preventing certain cancers, regulating blood sugar levels and it may also prevent type 2 diabetes. Swedish researchers have even found that people who have consumed dark chocolate at least two times per week after suffering a heart
attack were able to reduce their risk of dying from heart disease by 70 percent. Perhaps most surprising of all, a growing body of evidence from research published in the Journal of Cellular Biochemistry and the American Heart Association’s journal, Hypertension, suggests that the health benefits of dark chocolate extend well beyond the circulatory system and into the nervous system. Polyphenols in flavenol-rich dark chocolate have exhibited neuroprotective qualities, which may stave off neurodegenerative diseases such as Alzheimer’s. While many of the recent findings included giving participants daily dosages of 500 to 1,000 milligrams of cocoa flavenols in the form of supplements, which would require consuming an astronomical amount of cocoa bars per day to match, Bowden highlights other recent studies that point to health benefits from significantly lower cocoa flavenol consumption. “You really don’t have to consume dozens of bars of this stuff. You can get the dosage that was used in the cognitive studies with a capsule because it might be a lot to get in one sitting with cocoa bars,” says Bowden. “But there are a number of studies. Blood pressure studies, heart studies and longevity studies that seem to show that consuming one to two squares has a lot of benefits.” But both Bowden and Beldin are quick to caution against interpreting these findings as a golden ticket to a lifelong chocolate binge. “When people think of chocolate, they think about Snickers, and that’s not what we’re talking about,” explains Beldin. “If you’re enjoying dark chocolate the way it’s supposed to be, it wouldn’t be very sweet.” “These kinds of benefits are not found in milk chocolate and certainly not white chocolate,” says Bowden. “They are only found in dark chocolate. Dark is what has the high cocoa content, and cocoa is what has the flavenols. What you are really looking for are bars that have 60 percent or more of pure cocoa.” While one to two squares of a flavenol-rich dark chocolate bar may be linked to a cornucopia of health benefits, Beldin advises that it does not compensate for unhealthy eating habits. “Dark chocolate adds to an overall health diet. If you have a healthy diet, and you’re just wanting to do whatever you can to bump that health up, having dark chocolate is just one more thing, like choosing green tea over Coke,” says Beldin. “If someone’s diet is not healthy to begin with, having some dark chocolate probably isn’t going to make a big impact on their health.”
Delysia Chocolatier Austin’s resident chocolatier Nicole Patel shares her passion for chocolate confections. In just five short years, Delysia Chocolatier has become Austin’s premier artisan chocolate maker. But the mastermind behind the artistic truffles and award-winning confections coming out of these ovens is no culinary school prodigy. With a master’s degree in engineering from Texas A&M, Nicole Patel was working as an industrial engineer fulltime for a Fortune 100 company here in Austin. But in her free time she enjoyed experimenting in the kitchen, making truffles as gifts for friends—learning techniques from cooking shows on TV instead of in a culinary classroom. “I simply modified a recipe I saw on TV, adding a little of this and a little of that,” Patel says. “Much to my surprise, they were delicious. I found myself making them for every holiday, birthday party, and potluck dinner.” Now Patel creates more than 60 delicious and memorable flavors of truffles in her Austin kitchen, including Delysia’s awardwinning wasabi raspberry and jalapeño tequila truffles. If you’re looking for a healthy excuse to eat chocolate, Delysia offers a Wellness Collection—green tea, bittersweet chocolate and blueberry truffles—all high in antioxidants. The Latin Truffle Collection, a health-conscious blend of dark chocolate, cayenne, jalapeno and habanero peppers. And finally the Balsamic Vinegar Truffle Collection incorporates Con’ Olio Oils & Vinegars’ 18-year-aged balsamic—an
ingredient highly regarded for containing polyphenols, antioxidants that can protect the body from heart disease and cancer. “My vision for launching Delysia Chocolatier was to provide customers with the most unique, flavorful and memorable chocolate creations available,” she says. “I knew that those with a discerning palette deserved the best in quality, flavor and customer experience.” There is no mass production at Delysia: Each artistan truffle is handmade personally by the chocolatier herself. “We are dedicated to using local, sustainable ingredients whenever possible, allowing us to offer the best quality chocolate possible,” Patel explains. “We support local businesses just as other businesses have supported us. One of our specialties is creating chocolates using the rich and fruitful flavors of wine: We’ve partnered with local vineyards such as Becker Vineyards and McPherson Cellars to incorporate their
products into a special line of chocolate creations.” Delysia is the first chocolatier in Texas to use local wines in its chocolate recipes. The chocolatier is also dedicated to supporting a healthy community here in Austin, participating in the Sustainable Food Center of Austin’s annual Farm to Plate event, which supports healthy and sustainable food education programs. Moreso, Delysia Chocolatier supports breast cancer research every October by contributing 25 percent of revenue from select dark chocolate truffles that are high in antioxidants, identified by researchers as directly preventing breast cancer. “Our truffles are made in the traditional Parisian style, each preservative- free and created with the utmost care and attention to detail,” Patel says. “We use fine quality chocolate and only the freshest ingredients so that our customers can enjoy truffles near perfection.”—Erin Gray Delysia Chocolatier, 512.413.4701, delysia.com
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about the many ways yoga has helped her, both emotionally and physically. “Before I started practicing yoga, I would probably say that I held on to things in an unhealthy manner and didn’t know how to let them go,” Clauer says. “I didn’t even know where to start. It teaches you to truly quiet your mind—even if it’s just for one hour, 20 minutes or 90 minutes—and that connecting to this moment and this breath, right here on your mat, is really all that matters.” “On the physical side, I have an ACL injury that I never had surgery on,” she continues. “Before I came to yoga more frequently, I would go work out at the gym and come home crying and icing my knee. Since I began practicing yoga, I don’t even know that I don’t have an ACL connected in my knee.” While living in the Newport Beach area Clauer met Joanna Kutchey, who would later become her business partner and co-owner of Wanderlust Yoga Austin. The pair earned their yoga teaching certifications and started teaching classes on the side while working their day jobs, Ashley at a startup online production travel company and Joanna teaching in public schools on the south side of Chicago. Their love for teaching yoga grew, and despite living in different states, their friendship stayed strong. “For both of us, the side thing we were doing
Nom-aste Blenders and Bowls, 206 E. Fourth St., 512.537.8481, blendersandbowls.com If you stop by Wanderlust Austin, be sure to replenish with an açai bowl or smoothie from Blenders and Bowls after your workout. Owners Kara Jordan and Erin Downing opened it as a mobile food trailer in 2011 and have since expanded to fill the café space right inside the studio’s front door. The café serves smoothies and bowls which incorporate açai, an antioxidant-rich berry that grows in the Amazon. As it turns out, the “superfood” that’s enjoyed a lot of hype over the past few years is pretty good for you. “Açai has a very well-rounded nutritional profile—it has double the amount of the antioxidants in blueberries, a protein profile and healthy fats,” Jordan says. “My favorite part of eating an açai bowl is it fills you up without weighing you down.” Each bowl starts with an açai berry blend, which is flash-frozen right after it’s harvested to preserve the nutritional benefits. From there, hemp granola, fruit and local Round Rock honey are added to create a well-balanced snack or full meal, depending if you choose a small or large bowl. Even though everything offered at Blenders and Bowls is naturally vegetarian, the café is also well equipped for those with special diets, offering low-sugar, vegan and gluten-free options. It’s a perfect option for breakfast after that 7 a.m. class, especially since Wanderlust members on monthly auto-renewal plans enjoy a 10 percent discount.
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shifted into our passion,” Clauer observes. “We realized we wanted to do something together, and we decided we wanted to open a yoga studio.” In a move that would play a crucial part in their future plans, Clauer and Kutchey began attending the popular Wanderlust Festival together each year. The festival brings acclaimed yoga instructors and musicians together for a jampacked four-day schedule of yoga, live music, lectures, local food and wine, workshops, hiking, film screenings and more. “It was one of the most life-changing experiences I’ve ever had,” Clauer says of her very first Wanderlust experience. “It’s what made me realize, ‘Okay, now is the time to follow the passion of teaching yoga; I need to do this and I’ll do anything to make it happen.’” Soon after she realized she wanted to make yoga her full-time career, Clauer moved back to Austin and began planning to open her own studio. The choice to partner with her longtime friend Kutchey, who she says is like family to her, was a no-brainer. “We balance each other really well,” Clauer explains. “At first people asked, ‘Why are you going into business with your best friend?’ but I think it’s the best idea. You want to be in business with someone you love and adore, but that you also trust. You know that you’re not always going to see eye-to-eye and that you’re different people, but in the end, we love each other so much, and we love this business so much. We each contribute in different ways, and without one of us, it wouldn’t work.” Clauer isn’t the only person in her family with the entrepreneurial spirit—her dad, Roy Spence, is the “S” of Austin advertising company GSD&M. Clauer says she’s lucky to have grown up with his influence and an all-around supportive family. “Jo and I wouldn’t have been able to do this without all of his guidance and the support from our whole family,” Clauer acknowledges. “They’re a huge reason we’re here today.” “It’s funny—as you get older and become closer, you appreciate all the work that he’s done,” she adds. “When you’re younger you don’t really realize it; he’s just your dad. But then you realize he worked his way up after starting from nothing and created that [GSD&M]. Now I know the struggle entrepreneurs have!” Austin-based production company C3 Presents helps to produce the Wanderlust Festival, so the
idea to open the first permanent the same outlook for the space, Ashley’s Wanderlust studio in the Live “Feel Good Flow” [so] they gifted us with being Music Capital of the World was a able to create the flagship WanPlaylist natural choice. derlust yoga studio in Austin.” “All My Days,” Alexi Murdoch “Jo and I were thinking of all With approval from the “Here Comes the Sun,” the these ideas, and we knew if we founders, Clauer and Kutchey Beatles were going to do a yoga studio in began scouting for a location. “Hold On,” Alabama Shakes Austin, it needed to be different,” A downtown spot sitting empty “Sweet Inspiration,” Derek Clauer remembers. “There are on East Fourth Street between Trucks Band already so many wonderful yoga Brazos and San Jacinto—the “Can’t You See,” Marshall studios here, and we couldn’t do old American Youthworks Tucker Band something that would be in direct building—provided the neces“Big Parade,” The Lumineers competition with them.” sary space, but it needed a lot “Mayla,” Edward Sharpe and Through C3, Clauer and of work. The dark warehouse, the Magnetic Zeros Kutchey pitched the idea to the filled with stadium seating and “The Boxer,” Mumford and Sons festival’s founders, and plans for marred with graffiti, is now a “Let It Be,” the Beatles the studio seamlessly fell into distant memory. Colorful man“Into the Mystic,” Van Morrison place. dalas and swirling paisley prints “We started talking with them, now grace the sunlit walls, and “Imagine,” Eva Cassidy and we all got along so well—there if you didn’t know any better, was this synergy between everyone,” Clauer says. you’d think the inviting space has never been any“We shared the same vision, the same dreams and thing but a yoga studio.
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“We tried to retain as much as we could, like the old rafters and wood pillars, but clean it up and modernize it a little,” Clauer says modestly. “Everything just kind of came together.” Despite its official affiliation with the Wanderlust Festival, Wanderlust Yoga Austin retains a noncorporate vibe by featuring local musicians, instructors and unique classes. Since the studio opened in April last year, two additional permanent studios have opened in California and
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Upcoming Events at Wanderlust July 13, 2–4 p.m.: Happy Hips Workshop with KK Ledford July 27 2–4 p.m.: Arm Balance Workshop with Jason Lobo Aug. 3, 7–10 p.m.: Yoga Jam with Gioconda featuring DJ el john Selector Aug. 25–Oct. 19: Nadi Yogi 200-Hour Yoga Teacher Training with Ben and Hilly Aug. 10, 2–4 p.m.: Summer Detox Workshop with Erika Henderson Aug. 23–25: Tune In + Tune Up: An Assisting Immersion with Malia and Bekah
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Montreal, each with their own look and programming. Their close partnership with the Wanderlust Festival allows Wanderlust Austin to bring in nationally-recognized teachers and well-known
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musicians for special events and workshops. “Structure-wise, in terms of teachers and programming, [the founders] are amazing support,” Clauer affirms. “They give us guidance and everything we could ever want, but we also still have that freedom. We’re very fortunate.” Wanderlust Austin houses two yoga studios (one equipped with a stage and sound system for live music performances), spacious locker rooms and a café space where Blenders and Bowls serves nutritious smoothies and açai dishes. The schedule is a diverse mix of heated and non-
heated hatha, vinyasa and power yoga classes taught by an ever-growing list of local instructors. YoStrong, pioneered by Kutchey, is an intense yoga with weights class; by contrast, Bittersweet yoga is a restorative hatha class that will instantly relax and rejuvenate your body, especially if it’s done by candlelight. “It’s really cool seeing instructors with different teaching styles and personalities come together under one roof,” Clauer says. “There aren’t a lot of strict guidelines we give on what you have to do, other than be yourself, give it your all and do what you’re good at. They are all so incredibly talented yet so different, which brings a really neat dynamic.” In keeping with the Wanderlust Festival’s focus on yoga and showcasing art and music, the slogan of Wanderlust Yoga Austin is “Yoga First, Music Always.” Music has played a large part in Clauer’s yoga practice since the beginning. “I remember taking a class at YogaWorks in California with this one teacher I loved,” she says. “Her name was Toni, and she would play songs like ‘Let it Be’ by the Beatles. Right before shavasana I remember just sobbing, and thinking, ‘I’m home; it’s going to be okay, life’s going to be okay.’ I felt like the song was talking to me in that moment at that time.” Clauer’s eclectic playlists perfectly complement her challenging yet light-hearted classes. There’s plenty of music one would expect to hear in a yoga class, but practitioners can also expect hip-hop and rap peppered with classic songs from the Beatles, Led Zeppelin, Ray Charles, Stevie Wonder and Van Morrison. Sometimes she opts for a simple theme, such as all ’60s, all blues or all jazz-themed playlists. Though there are schools of yoga where music is not incorporated
into the practice at all, in favor of emphasizing breath and internal quietness, Clauer believes that music adds to the experience. “For me, I appreciate a good music playlist that’s really sinking in with the vibe of the class,” she says. “If you artistically put together a playlist, it can go so well with a yoga flow. That synergy can be really powerful because while you’re still in your mind and still in your breath, you can move to the beat. If it’s done right, music can really enhance the yoga experience; it can really get you more into your body and into your flow. I love practicing with music.” Wanderlust Austin frequently hosts yoga and live music events, or yoga jams, with local and nationally-acclaimed musicians alike. In the past, yoga jams have featured local performers el john Selector of Thievery Corporation, violinist Phoebe Hunt, folk singer-songwriter Brett Randell and more. “With live music, it’s really fun; it brings a totally different element,” Clauer says. “A lot of the musicians who come in practice yoga, so they’re familiar with the ebb and flow of the classes. The experience is unlike anything else.” “We’ve worked with some really amazing talent, and I feel like we haven’t even started to tap into it yet,” she adds. “There’s so much talent in the Austin area.”
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Adventure is one word that comes to mind when trying to encapsulate the Wanderlust Festival, which features yoga, music, talks, film screenings, art, hikes, local food and other activities, all set in naturally beautiful environments. The festival debuted in 2009 in Squaw Valley, California, with livemusic performances by Girl Talk, Andrew Bird and Austin’s own Spoon. Now in its fifth year, the festival has grown into a transcontinental event with seven locations and tons of music and activities slated for 2013. Though the lineup of featured musical performances and yogis differs slightly with each location, festivalgoers can expect big-name musical acts such
In addition to emphasizing an engaging yoga and live-music experience, Clauer says another of her main goals for Wanderlust Austin is to create a space for community events. Wanderlust has hosted fundraising events for a multitude of organizations, such as the Southwest chapter of the Anti-Defamation League, Ronald McDonald House and the Hill Country Ride for AIDS. The space has also hosted Students of the World film screenings and participated in yoga fundraising challenges, such as the Yoga Aid World Challenge and the Off the Mat and Into the World Global Seva Challenge for India. “We want to give like-minded people of Austin a place to come together, where they can not only do good for themselves and their bodies, but create good in many other ways,” Clauer says. “The little things you do for yourself and that light that you find, when you share it with others, it really does spread—and in a way, can change the world.” She humbly notes that without her clients, Wanderlust Austin wouldn’t be the vibrant, thriving place it is today. She seems to know nearly everyone who comes in by name, greeting them as if they’re close friends with a casual “What’s up?” or “Hey, how are you?” and parts ways with a hug or a wave. “It’s amazing to be a small part of
as Moby, DJ Drez and MC Yogi, and yoga from top instructors Shiva Rea, Seane Corn and Eoin Finn. Wanderlust Colorado July 4–7, Copper Mountain Resort, Copper, CO, colorado. wanderlustfestival.com B Enjoy rock climbing, wildlife hikes, whitewater rafting and New Belgium brewery bike tours in the crisp Colorado mountain air. After all that activity, quiet your mind with a mountain-top meditation, or take a seat and listen to speakeasy talks from James Beard Award–winner and Top Chef judge Hugh Acheson, legendary yogini Shiva Rea, hormonebalancing expert Dr. Sara Gottfried and more. The festival will wind down with a Sunday acoustic set from Moby.
Wanderlust California July 18–21, Squaw Valley, North Lake Tahoe, CA squaw.wanderlustfestival.com B Experience all the festival has to offer in its original location of Squaw Valley. There are sunrise hikes and yoga for the early bird; if you’re a night owl, get your dance flow on at the moonlight DJ sessions which go well into the night. During the day explore your practice, grab a massage at the Healing Village or watch Acro yoga and dance performances. As the sun goes down each day, enjoy a beer or a glass of local, organic and biodynamic wine at the Winederlust event (or wind down with traditional Chinese teas at the tea tent). Foodies will also delight in the farm-to-table dinner, featuring local and organic produce from the area.
them finding their happiness and their health through coming here and practicing yoga,” Clauer says. “It’s a dream job. It can be hard at times because there’s a lot that comes with a dream job that you don’t really anticipate when opening a business, but there’s that moment when you hug one of your clients who you’ve formed an amazing relationship with, and you look around the room and get teary-eyed and overcome with emotion that this wasn’t here before. It’s so powerful and wonderful.” Just shy of her 30th birthday, it seems Clauer has come full-circle, gracefully playing the part of both teacher and student as she guides others in their practice and her own practice continues to evolve. “As a student, there’s so much room for me to grow, and that in turn keeps my students growing,” Clauer says. “The most exciting part for me is knowing that I’m always learning, and that there’s not really one right way or one wrong way.” 206 E. Fourth St., 512.502.5183, austin.wanderlustyoga.com
Wanderlust Whistler Aug. 1–4, Whistler Resort, Whistler, BC, Canada whistler.wanderlust.com B Let your wanderlust take you all the way to Canada, where you can enjoy challenging physical activities and deepen your practice simultaneously. Enjoy outdoor expeditions of rock climbing, stand-up paddleboard yoga and cross-country biking, along with meditation and
yoga from leading experts, including Kula Yoga Project creator and Wanderlust Festival cocreator Schuyler Grant. The Kula Market will showcase a variety of nonprofit organizations and local vendors, and is free and open to the public. If you have the kiddos in tow, not to worry; there are a variety of camps and kid-friendly activities to keep them busy throughout the day.
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A roundup of our favorite places to eat, drink, shop and play. By Jane Kellogg
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On any given night more than 100 venues (including Stubb’s since the 1970s) stage live music. Austin’s unique festivals and entertainment districts, including Sixth Street, draw nearly 20 million tourists annually.
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when President Mirabeau B. Lamar (president of the Republic of Texas, that is) tapped Judge Edwin Waller to create the city plan for what was to become the capital city of the new republic. The city’s perimeters, in the village of Waterloo on a bluff just north of the Colorado River, was to stretch 640 acres, meager in size compared to Texas’s previous choice for a capital city, Houston. Many opposed the change—Sam Houston himself argued the area’s remoteness would make it vulnerable to attack—but its beauty, abundant natural resources and central location promised a prime spot for not only a capital, but a downtown marketplace ripe with opportunity. Waller immediately planned downtown Austin with a 14-block grid in mind, establishing a precedent for the main street, Congress Avenue, early on. One year later the population had grown to 839 people. Over time politicians, artists, entrepreneurs and families began to find their way to this thriving town. Several government buildings, businesses, hotels and saloons began to pop up on the grid. In 1929 the Norwood Tower, called the first skyscraper west of the Mississippi, appeared on the horizon. While that tower still stands, today it is dwarfed in comparison to the 2010 Austonian building, downtown Austin’s current record holder at 53 stories—and the tallest all-residential building west of the Mississippi to boot. In the past few decades, the number of musicians who call this city home—and the corresponding number of downtown music venues—earned Austin it’s nickname, the Live Music Capital of the World. These creative minds are celebrated by this city’s rapidly growing population, which has swollen to more than 800,000 people according to the most recent census, and it comes as no surprise that ATX is currently ranked as the fastest growing city in America for the third year in a row. In fact, we’ve grown so much that the 512 area code is no longer enough for us: This month 737 joins it in the phone book. While growth is inevitable, the capital city remains the beautiful heart of Texas. Waller would barely recognize the downtown Austin he planned 174 years ago, and while the landscape of this fine city might have evolved, our attitude toward downtown Austin remains the same: proud of its natural beauty, fiercely defensive of its national reputation, and always, always, always welcoming of change.
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aLady Bird Lake, Hike and Bike Trail The 10-mile trail hugging the lake shoreline and meandering through the heart of the city is Austin’s crown jewel. The Shoal Creek spoke trail runs north through downtown, an easy lunchtime or after-work activity for commuters. Rent a bike, kayak, paddleboard or canoe and head to the Congress Avenue Bridge at sunset to see the world’s largest urban bat colony take flight. (Hint: You might want to bring an umbrella depending on your vantage point.) thetrailfoundation.org you might not otherwise get a chance to see. New must-see releases showing this month include 20 Feet From Stardom and The Way, Way Back. Come early, or even without the intention of seeing a film, as their cocktails and mouthwatering tapas can sometimes leave more of a lasting impression than the films. 434 W. Second St., 512.495.9600, violetcrowncinema.com
Alamo Drafthouse The Austin favorite has recently taken the country by storm, opening up movie theaters from coast (San Francisco) to coast (DC), but there’s nothing quite like the original. Plan a girls’ night July 16 to watch 1989 classic Troop Beverly Hills. The Ritz, 320 E. Sixth St., 512.476.1320, drafthouse.com Ballet Austin Ballet Austin’s Butler Community School is a favorite for aspiring dancers. This month’s beginner four-week workshops include ballet, modern dance, hip-hop, musical theater and a Hawaiian hula workshop. Not ready to commit? The school regularly hosts free classes and also provides more than 60 drop-in dance and fitness classes (from Bollywood to West African dance) every month, with classes designed for adults, teens and young ones. 501 W. Third St., 512.476.2163, balletaustin.org Esther’s Follies With sketches, musical numbers and magical illusions, if laughter is the best medicine, Esther’s Follies can cure what ails you. 525 E. Sixth St., 512.320.0553, esthersfollies.com Four Elements Yoga and Fitness This workout is for the truly adventurous at heart. Among a variety of traditional yoga classes, this airy loft space in a
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renovated historic building on Congress offers aerial yoga—which sounds harder than it actually is. Owner Lydia Michelson-Maverick patiently teaches students of all skill levels. After an hour in the air, you’ll leave feeling truly free. 314 Congress Ave., 512.900.9247, fourelementsaustin.com Paramount Theatre In the Paramount’s 90-year history, the theater has hosted such legendary acts as The Marx Brothers, Orson Welles, George Carlin and Rodney Dangerfield. A highlight this month is the Summer Classic Film Series: Find your inner inspector Clouseau at this Austin-themed scavenger hunt and showing of The Pink Panther July 20. If chick flicks are more your style, opt for martinis and
manicures at the July 15 showing of Breakfast at Tiffany’s. 713 Congress Ave., 512.472.5470, austintheatre.org Texas Rowing Center Rent a rowboat at this dock or enroll in one of their summer camps, classes and lessons for rowing, canoeing, kayaking and stand-up paddleboarding. SUP ATX is next door when you’re ready to go pro and buy your own board—this locally founded company has become the No. 1 paddleboard maker in the world. 1541 W. Cesar Chavez St., 512.467.7799, texasrowingcenter.com, supatx.com Violet Crown Cinema The four screens at this locally loved cinema are devoted to independent, documentary and international films
Waller Creek Boathouse The home of the Austin Rowing Club, this newly built boathouse at the mouth of Waller Creek, behind the Four Seasons, offers outdoor fitness classes from Power to Perform (512.423.3560, thepowertoperform.com), bike rentals from In Motion Bicycles (512.653.6852, inmotionbikes.com) and kayak or standup paddleboard rentals from Congress Avenue Kayaks (512.809.8916, congresskayaks.com) by the hour or half-day. Reserve the boathouse for a big event, or come by yourself and enjoy the view from the dock at Alta’s Cafe (altascafe.com). It’s a sweet place to enjoy the beauty of the lake while savoring a cup of coffee from people who are fanatic about crafting coffee, not just pouring it from a spigot. 74 Trinity St., wallercreekboathouse.com
Texas State Capitol The crowning jewel of the downtown skyline, all roads lead to the capitol building. The magnificent Italian Renaissance–Revival building was completed in 1888. In one of the largest barter transactions of recorded history, the builders of the capitol were paid with more than three-million acres of public land in the Texas panhandle—this tract of land went on to become the world’s largest cattle ranch, the XIT Ranch. Fun facts: The capitol rotunda features portraits of every person who has served as president of the Republic of Texas or governor of the State of Texas. The capitol has 360,000 square feet of floor space, more than any other state capitol building. The building has nearly 400 rooms and more than 900 windows. The capitol is 326.6 feet tall, making it almost 15 feet higher than the US Capitol building. Admission is free, and self-guided tour information is available. Free 45-minute tours are conducted daily. 112 E. 11th St., 512.305.8400, tspb.state.tx.us
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The Best Places to Refresh & relax
Austin Music Hall Vibe: A massive space recently overhauled to fit more than 4,400 Editor’s pick: New Order (7/19) 208 Nueces St., 512.377.1120, musichallaustin.com
We’re in pamper paradise.
Janet St. Paul Janet St. Paul has worked her magic on the locks of Diane Sawyer, Martha Stewart, Sigourney Weaver and Vanessa Redgrave while building her career in Manhattan’s top hair studios— Kérastase and Frédéric Fekkai. In the past two years she has established roots in Austin with her posh, intimate new salon. Between St. Paul and her teammate, senior stylist Shannon Briggs-Hack, clients can feel confident they’ll leave looking redcarpet ready. 830 W. Third St., Ste. 1136, 512.474.5000, janetstpaul.com
Milk + Honey 100A Guadalupe St., 512.236.1115; milkandhoneyspa.com
Away Spa W Austin, 200 Lavaca St., 512.542.3600, whotelaustin.com Aziz Salon and Day Spa 710 W. Seventh St., 512.476.4131, azizsalon.com Bella Salon & Spa 1221 W. Sixth St.,
512.474.5999, bellasalonaustin.com Deseo Salon 830 W. Third St., 512.551.2929, deseosalon.com Luxe A pothetique Salon & Spa 201 W. Second St., 512.215.0282
ACL Live at the Moody Theater Vibe: A state-of-the-art theater, home of the longest-running music series in TV history Editor’s pick: Gladys Knight (8/2) 310 W. Second St., 512.225.7999, acltv.com
Roa r 201 E. Fifth St., 512.474.7627, roar-roar.com Ron King Salon 315 E. Cesar Chavez St., 512.615.1500, ronkingbeauty.com Solution for Hair 830 W. Third St., 512.374.0022, solutionforhair.com
The Belmont Vibe: A 1,000-capacity bar featuring everything from hip-hop and electronic to rock ‘n’ roll Editor’s pick: Big Country (7/13) 305 W. Sixth St., 512.476.2100, thebelmontaustin.com Brass House Vibe: A classy jazz lounge with a New York style Editor’s pick: Pete Rodriguez Trio (every Saturday) 115 San Jacinto Blvd., 512.649.1253, brasshouseaustin.com The Driskill Bar Vibe: Classy bar with shows for a good cause, HAAM Editor’s pick: Tje Austin, Brian Pounds and Rick Hornyak (7/13) 604 Brazos St., 512.391.7121, driskillhotel.com
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Elephant Room Vibe: Cool jazz in the basement Editor’s pick: Ephraim Owens Quintet (7/20) 315 Congress Ave., 512.473.2279, elephantroom.com The Parish Vibe: Fun, loft-like indoor venue pulling in artists nationwide Editor’s pick: Blitzen Trapper (7/15) 214 E. Sixth St., 512.473.8381, theparishaustin.com The Rattle Inn Vibe: Honky-tonk mixed with bluegrass for the modern cowboy Editor’s pick: Dickie Lee Erwin (7/24) 610 Nueces St., 512.373.8306, therattleinn.com Mellow Johnny’s This is no ordinary bicycle store—Mellow Johnny’s has become a hotspot for two-wheel-loving Austinites to hang before, during and after a ride. Rent a bike or join up for a group ride, like this month’s Middle of the Road Ride, led by the UT cycling team. 400 Nueces St., 512.473.0222, mellowjohnnys.com
Stubb’s Vibe: famous BBQ joint with a knack for tasty tunes Editor’s pick: Gospel Brunch: Bells of Joy (7/7) 801 Red River St., 512.480.8341; stubbsaustin.com
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Eat + Drink 219 West This hip lounge puts a spin on American fusion cuisine with its tapas-style menu and entrees such as chicken-fried ahi tuna and blackened ribeye Pontchartrain. Enjoy the rooftop patio with a drink fit for a southern belle. 612 W. Sixth St., 512.474.2194; 219west.com
III Forks The understated elegance of this Texas-born steakhouse is distinct in its appreciation for Austin, and the feeling is mutual. Let your night begin out on the patio facing the Colorado River. More than 4,000 bottles greet you in the walk-in wine room—pinpointing sommelier Marc Sauri as perhaps the busiest man in Austin. 111 Lavaca St., 512.474.1776, 3forks.com Annie’s Café & Bar Facing busy Congress Avenue, it’s imperative you set your watch to a slower pace behind Annie’s red double doors if you really want to enjoy yourself and your company. Pick up something sweet to-go, or grab a seat and take a moment to relax at one of the eatery’s casual tables. If you’re here for brunch—and you should be—the Full English Breakfast is the best bang for your buck. 319 Congress Ave., 512.472.1884, anniescafebar.com Bacon Counter-service is the name of the game at this hot breakfast joint set inside a reconverted, hip and cheery
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house. The line often runs outside the door on Sunday mornings, but the wait is worth it if you’re a bacon connoisseur. 900 W. 10th St., 512.322.9777, baconaustin.com
The Bonneville There aren’t many places in Austin where you can enjoy a popover, but the trendy Bonneville offers a Sunday brunch menu with a divine variation, the Popover Eggs Benny—made inhouse and stuffed with sautéed spinach, shaved ham, poached eggs and their mouthwatering hollandaise sauce. For dinner this summer, the clever seasonal menu features a Bubbles and Bugs special, pairing Champagne and seafood every Tuesday. 202 W. Cesar Chavez, 512.428.4643, thebonnevilleaustin.com Le Café Crêpe Near the convention center just off the Hampton Inn & Suites lobby is this delightful Parisian crêperie. French brother and sister team George Dreyfus and Dominique Dreyfus-Leon make you feel right at home with their savory lunch crêpes and their sweet desserts. Julia Child would approve. 200 San Jacinto Blvd., Ste. A, 512.480.0084, cafecrepeofaustin.com Cedar Door As the home of the original Mexican martini—Austin’s signature cocktail— Cedar Door’s strong and tasty drinks will sneak up on you…consider yourself
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warned. With misted fans and a bit of shade, the expansive patio is comfortable even during the peak of summer. Stop in for happy hour for great deals on apps. 201 Brazos St., 512.473.3712, cedardooraustin.com Cedar Street Courtyard Perfectly pairing live music seven nights a week with superior cocktails is this large outdoor courtyard, featuring acts from Austin locals, nationallyrecognized bands and groovy cover artists. The interior is sleek but the patio is where it’s at—channel your inner Robin Scherbatsky and pick up a cigar at the indoor Ascot Lounge. Don’t miss the hilariously good New Wave– style band The Spazmatics July 3. 208 W. Fourth St., Ste. A1, 512.495.9669, cedarstreetaustin.com
Chez Nous This Austin institution has been serving carefully prepared French cuisine in a relaxed and comfortable atmosphere for 30 years. Try the prix fixe—it’s worth it. This small and rather intimate restaurant is your best bet in town for a very special occasion, and reservations are a must. 510 Neches St., 512.473.2413, cheznousaustin.com
Congress / Second Bar + Kitchen / Bar Congress Indulge in the adventurous sevencourse tasting menu of fine American fare at Executive Chef David Bull’s popular downtown venue, Congress. While the menu changes daily, options include the salt and pepper foie gras or the anything-but-traditional beer tartare. Alternatively, the more casual Second Bar + Kitchen offers up a menu for the more traditional gourmand—and an exceptional brunch. Not to be overlooked is the upscale bar food at Bar Congress. Enjoy braised beef shortribs and black truffle grits with anything mixologist Jason Stevens recommends. 200 Congress Ave., 512.827.2760; congressaustin.com Crú Food & Wine Bar Crú offers an intimate little patio for people-watching grape connoisseurs to enjoy their vino. The thoughtfully paired wine flights are a great alternative for the indecisive drinker.
For a chill afternoon at the park or by the lake, walk over to these spots and set yourself up for a fine picnic.
Austin Wine Merchant
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This might be the most important stop on your quest for the perfect picnic. For 23 years, the Austin Wine Merchant has been making oenophiles out of customers with their innate ability for food pairings. Owner John Roenigk also believes that if he gets a good deal on a wine, the savings should be passed along to his customers—what a concept. Wednesday and Saturday afternoons are the ideal time to drop in (two words: wine tastings). 512 W. Sixth St., 512.499.0512, theaustinwinemerchant.com
The downtown hub of the Sustainable Food Center’s growers-only farmers market is the easiest way for locavores to eat fresh at a fraction of the cost. And while plenty of vendors turn out with their produce every Saturday, the spacious Republic Square still has oodles of green space and a spacious deck with shady live oaks, so feel free to stay put and dig into your purchase right on the spot. Republic Square Park, 400 W. Guadalupe St., 512.236.0074, sfcfarmersmarket.org
This grocer might be small in size but it makes up for it in what it offers. Austin’s highbrow version of a New York City bodega, it’s convenient for a pit stop but also offers hard-tofind and only-in-thiscity delicacies. Due to popular demand, another Royal Blue is popping up downtown this October, at Third and Brazos Streets. 609 Congress Ave., 512.469.5888; 360 Nueces St., Suite 90 A-1, 512.476.5700, royalbluegrocery.com
Snap Kitchen’s satellite take-out joint lives up to its slogan (“great ingredients, sensible portions”) by providing downtowners with a quick and healthy lunch to-go. Housed in a recycled green shipping container, Snap POD offers nutrition for every diet, including paleo, gluten-free and vegetarian. Take a grab-and-go salad or a hearty meal like the bison quinoa hash for a green goddess picnic. 501 Congress Ave., 512.459.9000, snapkitchen.com
After selecting a nice bottle of wine at Austin Wine Merchant, cross the street and order sandwiches to go at Sandra Bullock’s quaint general store (Sandy’s popular French-inspired restaurant, Bess Bistro, is also a neighbor). Pick up some sweet snacks for yourself, some treats for your pup or flowers for your lady friends—the floral arrangements available here really are quite nice. 609 W. Sixth St., 512.542.3380, waltonsfancyandstaple.com
Austin’s pride and joy, the flagship location of this worldwide sensation is a one-stop shop for picnics and much, much more. Unlike most grocery stores, its 80,000 square feet not only includes organic and local produce, but also a restaurant and a bar worthy of visiting on its own. The bakery, wine aisle and charcuterie selections are all you need for your picnic needs, and the picnic tables up on the roof offer a pleasant stopping point. 525 Lamar Blvd., 512.476.1206, wholefoods.com
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Iron Works BBQ It doesn’t get more Austin than Iron Works’ brisket and sausages. This cafeteria-style hangout near the Austin Convention Center is worth the wait. 100 Red River St., 512.478.4855, ironworksbbq.com
and cozy atmosphere—much classier than the other nearby bars on Sixth Street. For an added mystique there is no sign on the front, so you have to know to look for the red awning. 605 Brazos St., 512.201.2522, firehousehostel.com Fleming’s Prime Steakhouse Of course the steaks at Fleming’s go without saying—try the petit filet if all you desire is a small taste. The cheeseburger during happy hour is a steal. Added bonus: the extensive wine list is presented on an iPad, so you can actually learn a bit about your vino choice without drawing attention to your lack of grape knowhow. 320 E. Second St., 512.457.1500, flemingssteakhouse.com
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Frank There’s a dog for every gourmand in this centrally located hotspot—from vegan dogs on gluten-free buns to loaded dogs like The Notorious P.I.G., a pork, bacon, jalapeño and sage sausage topped with mac ‘n’ cheese and Dr. Doppelgänger BBQ sauce. All Frank sausages are made in-house or made locally just for Frank from Hudson Sausage Co. 407 Colorado St., 512.494.6916, hotdogscoldbeer.com
Stop in on Thursdays for half-price Champagne, or on Mondays when a pizza comes with any bottle purchase. This isn’t just your run-of-the-mill free pizza: the stone-fired pizzas offer deluxe toppings such as Gorgonzola and white truffle oil. 238 W. Second St., 512.472.9463, cruwinebar.com Daily Juice Blending fresh produce for a decade is Austin’s own Daily Juice, offering a delicious, healthy and all-natural alternative to fast food. The folks behind the counter are friendly and can help you navigate the menu if you’re unfamiliar with the power of superfoods. Try the Subliminator. 205 W. Third St., 512.243.6532, dailyjuice.org Easy Tiger Bake Shop & Beer Garden This new local favorite is gaining notoriety for its fresh baked breads sold around town, but its German-style beer garden overlooking Waller Creek is a fun spot for a pretzel or a mixed charcuterie plate to share among friends. 709 E. Sixth St., 512.614.4972, easytigeraustin.com
Eddie V’s Edgewater Grill Fresh seafood (like Parmesan-Crusted Lemon Sole) and premium steaks dominate the menu. But as irresistible as the food might be, the primary reason to choose Eddie V’s is its soulful jazz and blues in the V Lounge. Sundays and Mondays are always jumping with the Kris Kimura Quartet, and coming July 18 is the Kevin Lovejoy Trio. 301 E. Fifth St., 512.472.1860, eddiev.com Finn & Porter Work on your sushi chops this summer and register for Finn & Porter’s Sushi 101 (July 19, $70) inside the Hilton. Sushi chef Triet Huynh will provide hands-on sushi demos, teaching guests how to make their own California and Vegimaki rolls. Afterward sit down to a four-course dinner including a sampling of fresh sushi and sashimi as well as tuna foie gras. 500 E. Fourth St., 512.493.4900, austin.hilton.com Firehouse Lounge Across from the Driskill is a hidden bar inside the Firehouse Hostel, with delicious craft cocktails in a relaxed
Frank & Angie’s This iconic Austin pizza joint should be on speed-dial for their consistently good Sicilian family recipes, pleasing our palette since 1994. You can’t go wrong with the popular Chairman of the Board pie, with mozzarella, pepperoni, sausage, red onion, green bell pepper, mushroom and Pecorino Romano cheese. 508 West Ave., 512.472.3534, hutsfrankandangies.com Fresa’s Chicken al Carbon The restaurant masterminds behind Lamberts, Perla’s and Elizabeth St. Café debuted Fresa’s last year. This restaurant might have a drive-thru, but this isn’t your typical fast-food fare—locally raised chicken from Vital Farms is grilled slow over hardwood charcoal, and marinated in either achiote and freshly squeezed citrus or fresh oregano and cracked pepper. The fresh tortas are worthy of your tastebuds. 915 N. Lamar Blvd., 512.428.5077, fresaschicken.com Garrido’s David Garrido knows Mexican food. With a background in high-end restaurants, the self-taught chef uses traditional Mexican cooking techniques combined with some French techniques he learned along the way. Don’t skip the Brisket Morita Chile Queso Fundido. 360 Nueces St., Ste. 10F, 512.320.8226, garridosaustin.com
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Brian’s Brew Coffee Shop A java gem is hidden in the Bank of America building. It’s a windowservice shop in a corporate office building, so don’t bring your laptop expecting to hang around like Brian’s competitor coffee shops. But the attention to detail given to these brews (Homemade whip! Woodfired roasted coffee!) makes it worth the effort. Try the Summermoon latte and you won’t be disappointed. 515 Congress Ave., Ste. 135, 512.738.7713, briansbrew.com Austin Java 301 W. Second St., 512.481.9400, austinjava.com CaffÉ Medici 200 Congress Ave., Suite 2B, 512.827.2770, caffemedici.com Halcyon 218 W. Fourth St., 512.472.9637, halcyonaustin.com Houndstooth Coffee 401 Congress Ave., Ste. 100C, 512.394.6051 Java Jiv e on Fifth Hilton, 500 E. Fourth St., 512.493.4902, austin.hilton.com Jo’s Hot Coffee 242 W. Second St., 512.469.9003, joscoffee.com Juan Pelota Ca fe Mellow Johnny’s, 400 Nueces St., 512.473.0222, mellowjohnnys.com/ pelota-cafe.php
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S e a r sucke r Now open—again—is cheflebrity Brian Malarkey’s playful downtown eatery. The new joint had a hiccup last month after a kitchen fire shut it down just a week after the soft launch, but at least they had a good attitude about the situation…the former Top Chef contestant joked, “I told you we’d be hot in Austin.” The third location of his hotspot restaurant took over the airy 7,000-square-foot room formerly occupied by Maria Maria and converted it into a contemporary green space that can only fairly be described as “ranch chic.” Check out their Butt—the dinner menu’s aptly named braised pork butt dish—tender, juicy and served on a divine bed of bacon emulsion and grilled white peaches. Genius. The party goes on after dinner, when a DJ and late-night bites go with their fresh cocktails— we recommend the savory Peter Rabbit or the sweet Skinny Jenny. And when you wake up the next morning, battle the haze of Saturday night’s revelry with Sunday brunch: With promises of a hearty two-hand burger and green eggs and ham, we predict Searsucker will be the next hot-ticket brunch table in town. 415 Colorado St., 512.394.8000, searsucker.com Hangar Lounge This upscale bar in the Warehouse District is designed in the style of a 1950s airport lounge. Snag a seat on the rooftop deck to really enjoy the stars at night, deep in the heart of Texas. 318 Colorado St., 512.474.4264, thehangarlounge.com
Hut’s Hamburgers This unassuming burger joint has been around for several decades, and it’s still going strong. Whether you want your burger with bacon and cheese or jalapenos, you’ve come to the right place. 807 W. Sixth St., 512.472.0693, hutsfrankandangies.com La Condesa James Beard Award–nominated La
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Condesa has set the new precedent for modern Mexican cuisine. Overseen by award-winner Nate Wales, the craft cocktail list includes favorites like the passionfruit and mango spiced margarita. It also totes Austin’s largest selection of premium tequila, including more than 100 varieties of 100 percent blue agave. Head upstairs to Malverde, an indoor/outdoor lounge with live music, open to the public only on weekend nights. 400 W. Second St., 512.499.0300, lacondesa.com
La Traviata This narrow Italian bistro is reminiscent of the finer ones in New York City. The way patrons rave about the Spaghetti alla Carbonara and the Spaghetti alla Bolognese, they might have the best homemade noodles outside of Italy. And the beef carpaccio is unlike anything anywhere else—the appetizer’s combination of truffle oil and pine nuts will have you unwilling to share. 314 Congress Ave., 512.479.8131, latraviata.net
Lambert’s Inventive barbecue dominates the menu here, including house-made charcuterie using local ingredients. The natural black Angus filet will leave you spellbound. What really makes this restaurant stand out is its live music calendar. Don’t miss local bands Wiretree, the Lennings and Grand Marais July 19. 401 W. Second St., 512.494.1500; lambertsaustin.com Malaga Tapas & Bar This Spanish small-plate restaurant close to ACL is big on variety. Share a few tapas among the table, like the popular Queso de Cabra Frito con Miel (delicately fried goat cheese cakes) and the Lomo a la Plancha (seared petit beef served with roasted garlic aioli and fresh-baked pita). 440 W. Second St., 512.236.8020, malagaaustin.com Manuel’s Distinct from Austin’s usual Tex-Mex fare, Manuel’s is well-known for what it calls “regional Mexican cooking”—a more purist approach to the cuisine of our neighbor to the south. Wash down the Chile Relleno en Nogada, which is baked and much less greasy than its usual fried competition, with their signature margarita. Sunday brunch is a festive affair with Mexican mimosas and live jazz. 310 Congress Ave., 512.472.7555, manuels.com
Max’s Wine Dive Max’s stands out among other wine programs for its unpretentious attitude and comfort-food pairings. The fried chicken sliders are a must, as is one of the best burgers in Texas, the signature Angus beef burger, blending short rib, brisket, chuck and beef belly. Don’t forget to congratulate chef Erica Beneke on her recent Food Network Chopped win. End your night here—Max’s reverse happy hour means the best drink deals are saved for late-night patrons. 207 San Jacinto St., 512.904.0111, maxswinedive.com
Midnight Cowboy In an unassuming building under the guise of an Asian modeling and massage studio lies one of Sixth Street’s best-kept secrets. The more expensive cost to these tableside-mixed cocktails is made up for in the bar’s by-appointment-only rule, weeding out crowds and making a night on dirty Sixth tolerable. 313 E. Sixth St., 512.843.2715, midnightcowboymodeling.com Moonshine Patio Bar & Grill Simple but savory food is the name of the game at Moonshine, known around these parts for their Sunday brunch buffet. Strong margaritas and inventive dishes like the beer-battered asparagus will set you up for a good
c las s ic s tay : The Driskill day. No meal is complete here without either the peanut butter mousse pie or the white chocolate bread pudding, served with raisins and bourbon sauce. 303 Red River St., 512.236.9599, moonshinegrill.com Mulberry A carefully selected wine list of more than 100 bottles sourced from the world’s top grape regions focuses Mulberry patrons on the finer things in life. Delicious, simple and locally grown flavors dominate Executive Chef Kristine Kittrell’s seasonal menu, and the shrimp and polenta with red chili butter wine sauce gets our vote for your brunch fix. 360 Nueces St., Ste. 20E, 512.320.0297, mulberryaustin.com Parkside Sometimes the best things come in small packages. This quaint, two-story restaurant delivers fine fare and fantastic drinks, especially the Empress of India with white peach puree. Overall, Shawn Kerkiel’s menu is limited but it changes quite regularly. You can always count on his gastronomic creativity—and a great selection of oysters. 301 E. Sixth St., 512.474.9898, parkside-austin.com Péché Cocktail connoisseurs have a home at Péché, Austin’s first and only absinthe bar that is revolutionizing the local spirits scene with 15 varieties of the potent liquor on the menu. And the European-style dishes coming out of the kitchen do not disappoint, with new specials announced daily. 208 W. Fourth St., Ste. A2, 512.495.9669, pecheaustin.com
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Ranch 616 Restaurateur Kevin Williamson’s South Texas restaurant features an unusual menu (frog legs anyone?) and a great place to take out-of-town guests for a true Austin experience. As far as libations go, their specialty is tequila—be prepared to expand your spirits palate with their wide selection including Ilegal Mezcal Reposado and Corzo Añejo. 616 Nueces St., 512.479.7616, theranch616.com Roaring Fork This is an easygoing place that mixes classic cuisine and Old West aesthetics. Open-flame grilling and wood-oven roasting contribute to the taste. If you’re a burger lover, try the two-handed juicy “big ass” burger. No meal is complete without the kettle of green chili pork. 701 Congress Ave., 512.583.0000; roaringfork.com Russian House Austin finally has a proper Russian
restaurant with the less-than-a-yearold Russian House. A standout on the stiff list of more than 75 houseinfused vodkas is the elderflower and orange vodka, which is smooth and infused with just the right touch of flavor. The dishes taste like they’re coming straight from Babushka’s house, though in reality your tastebuds can thank Executive Chef Vladimir Gribkov. 307 E. Fifth St., 512.428.5442, russianhouseofaustin.com Sullivan’s Steakhouse Live music rings through this steakhouse nightly. This month, we recommend listening to Mario Castellanos, performing every Thursday night. Pair good jazz with happy hour prices—from 5 p.m. all the way until closing time—and you’ve got a winning combination for an affordable evening downtown. 300 Colorado St., Ste. 200, 512.495.6504, sullivanssteakhouse.com TRIO at Four Seasons Award-winning sommelier Mark Sayre considers Trio’s contemporary surf and turf with his extensive 250-bottle selection. Dine outside on the lush patio overlooking Town Lake. Until the end of August, the Trio for Paws prix fixe support the Austin Humane Society, Austin Pets Alive! and Emancipet. Reservations are recommended if you’re seeking their legendary Sunday brunch buffet or the special allAmerican brunch July 4. 98 San Jacinto Blvd., 512.685.8300; triorestaurantaustin.com Truluck’s Specializing in fresh-catch seafood and stone crabs, Truluck’s is truly the best place to get seafood downtown. The crab claws are perfect for a hot July evening, and even though it’s known for its crustaceans, the steak ain’t bad either. The date-night menu makes every night special, as does their happy hour, and the impeccable service is hard to beat. 400 Colorado St., 512. 482. 9000, trulucks.com
Vince Young Steakhouse Whether you’re a fan of the football player or not, Vince Young Steakhouse treats its patrons just like they would the patron saint of Longhorn football. Order Young’s favorite, The Perfect Ten, which is grassfed kaushi beef from Yoakum, Texas—though the real star of the meal is the bacon mac and cheese. Let the in-house sommelier pick out a bottle for you, or head to the bar and lounge to enjoy a fine cigar or a rare Scotch. 301 San Jacinto Blvd., 512.457.8325, vinceyoungsteakhouse.com
There are more than 6,000 rooms Inside the Driskill to choose from among a variety of amenity-ridden hotels downtown, yet it 1886 Café & Bakery This charming café is is only a stay at the historic Driskill hotel known for its Texas that provides hospitality worthy of your comfort food and its conversation. Sure, chain hotels offer legendary brunch fare. If membership rewards, a familiar name in you have a sweet tooth it’s hard to ignore the an unfamiliar place and a manufactured breakfast pastries, moist sort of posh. But the Driskill has always chocolate cake or the been noteworthy for the tales told between fresh-baked cookies. 116 its intricately painted walls and underSixth St., 512.391.7066, 1886cafeandbakery.com neath its grand stained-glass dome. In 1886, when cattle baron Colonel Jesse Driskill announced his plans to Driskill Grill open the finest hotel south of St. Louis, his While the menu changes daily, the Driskill Grill $400,000 investment didn’t immediately remains Austin’s best pay off. Within two years he was forced to since 1929. The menu sell, and he died shortly afterward, never goes back to the Driskill’s seeing his dream prosper. Over the years, cattle baron roots, several owners and managers would play a focusing on prime Texas part in the Driskill’s history, but the hotel’s beef. Try the farm-totable five-course tasting reputation for luxury never dissipated. menu. 604 Brazos St., As one romantic story goes, one Septem- 512.391.7121, driskillgrill.com ber 1934 morning then future president Lyndon B. Johnson met a recent UT journalism grad, Claudia Taylor, for breakfast at what is now the Driskill Grill—the first date went so well that he proposed to her later that day. Claudia has been written into history as Lady Bird, and together they hosted several campaign parties at 604 Brazos Street, including LBJ’s presidential election watch party 30 years later. The Driskill honors the couple with the LBJ Suite, palatial digs with a balcony overlooking Sixth Street. Each of The Driskill’s 189 rooms have been restored to reflect their original beauty, updated with amenities such as custom beds and plush linens. In March, Hyatt acquired the historic hotel for $85 million, and while it remains the same revered historic entity, it now features perhaps the only thing it was missing for guests of the 21st century: a modern reservation system and hotel rewards under the umbrella of a leading international brand. 604 Brazos St., 512.474.5911, driskillhotel.com
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BookPeople Opened in 1970, Texas’s leading independent bookstore has been voted the best bookstore in Austin for more than 15 years. With 300 events or more every year, BookPeople has hosted former presidents Jimmy Carter and Bill Clinton. This month come meet Justin Bieber’s mom, Pattie Millette, with a signing July 16, as well as the Tipsy Texan David Alan July 31. 603 Lamar Blvd., 512.472.5050, bookpeople.com
Eliza Page There’s nothing cookie-cutter about the accessories at Eliza Page. With a variety of high-end baubles from local designers as well as a hefty selection of jewelry priced less than $100, it appeals to every customer and occasion. Sign up for the email list to get insider deets on upcoming trunk shows, sales and in-store celebrations. 229 W. Second St., 512.474.6500, elizapage.com Enchante Fragrance connoisseurs can take delight in this niche shop. While they specialize in wet shaving, owners Jean and Charles Roberts carry hard-tofind French perfumes and blends, helping Austinites to smell their best for more than 20 years. 600 Congress Ave., Ste. G210, 512.441.3833, enchanteonline.com
Etcetera, Etc. Fashionistas can be grateful for the colorful selections in store thanks to owner and buyer Emma Kate, whose bright dimply smile and bubbly personality radiate throughout this tiny boutique. The style is upscale, but the aura is anything but uptight. 411 W. Second St., 512.476.8300 queen Kendra Scott. Book a private appointment for a personalized shopping experience, or reserve the boutique for a night for a Champagne-catered shopping spree. 234 W. Second St., 512.236.0488, estiloaustin.com
original aims to get customers noticed in trendy patterns and accessories. Follow them on Facebook for more info on upcoming trunk shows and end-of-season sales. 233 W. Second St., 512.474.2212, shophemline.com
Girl Next Door This feminine fashion house in the Second Street District carries luxe clothes, shoes and accessories from labels such as Joie, Charles Henry and Elizabeth & James. The store’s chandeliers and overly helpful staff make for a glamorous shopping spree. 250 W. Second St., 512.322.0501, girlnd.com
Langford Market Inside Langford Market shoppers can find local and affordable clothing and accessories including jewelry designer Feliz Garcia’s handmade gemstone earrings. The sales gals have a knack for picking out items that suit you, but mainly this boutique is ideal for the Second Street District woman who isn’t willing to sacrifice having a unique look just because she’s on a budget. 249 W. Second St., 512.482.8500, langfordmarket.com
Hatbox Hat’s off to this modern take on a classic fashion statement. Pick up a colorful floppy sun hat, a cloche for a decidedly ’20s look, or a fascinator for a royal accessory. Whatever your choice of headgear, owner Lauri Turner’s haberdashery has it. 115 E. Sixth St., Ste. N, 512.476.1203, hatbox.com Estilo Spanish for style, this boutique carries everything from casual to cocktail featuring designers from all over the world including Parker, Ted Baker, Jay Godfrey and Austin’s own accessory
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Hemline Pick up a perfectly boho summer dress at this posh boutique. Featuring designers Tracy Reese, Free People and French Connection, this New Orleans
Plain Ivey Jane Think of it as Overstock.com for designer fashion. And there’s nothing plain about this boutique—owner Sarah Reeves, a Manhattan transplant, brings top labels like Diane von Furstenburg, Helmut Lang, Burberry, Rebecca Taylor and Tory Burch (just to name a few) to the woman in search of a hot bargain without the energy to dig for it. Reeves handpicks overstocked but brand-new
clothes and accessories and sells them at prices up to 75 percent off. 408 W. Second St., 512.377.6196, plainiveyjane.com St. Bernard Sports It’s rare to find a sportswear or sporting goods store that is focused on being fashionable too. Sweat it out this summer with the casual stylings of St. Bernard Sports, which has been outfitting Dallas and Austin since 1978. It offers more than just athletic apparel—Lily Pulitzer wedges, patent Ted Baker pumps, Shoshanna dresses and Vineyard Vines swim cover-ups are just as common in this massive store as the wakeboards. 401 W. Third St., 512.320.1999, stbernardsports.com Teddies for Bettys Shop for luxe lingerie and intimate apparel here, and you’ll want to show it off. Get up close and personal with high-quality brands like Stella McCartney, Fleur of England, Lascivious and Andres Sarda, and find something that suits you—be it playful, sexy or serious. Seek out owner Ashley Kelch to help you find the perfect fit for your lady bits. 221 W. Second St., 512.614.2103, teddiesforbettys.com
S t a te of th e Art Art collectors worldwide have taken a keen interest in the artists who call Texas home—see their work up close downtown.
The People’s Gallery Every February the city of Austin kicks off a free exhibition showcasing regional artists at City Hall. Vote for The People’s Choice throughout the year, which will be purchased from the artist and added to the City Hall permanent collection. 301 W. Second St., 512.974.7700, austintexas.gov/department/peoples-gallery AMOA Arthouse at the Jones Center 700 Congress Ave., 512.453.5312, amoa-arthouse.org
Lor a R eynolds Gallery 360 Nueces St., Ste. 50, 512.215.4965, lorareynolds.com
[pictured] Jason Middlebrook’s “Follow the Curves,” part of the Project Room Exhibit, which runs until August 10
Bydee Art Gallery 412 E. Sixth St., 512.507.7877, bydee.com E . Wildm an Gallery 411 Brazos St., Ste. 99, 512.588.2787, ericawildman.com Gallery Lombar di 910 W. Third St., 512.481.1088, gallerylombardi.com La Peña 227 Congress Ave., 512.477.6007, lapena-austin.org Mexic-Arte Museum 419 Congress Ave., 512.480.9373, mexic-artemuseum.org
Wild About Music Share our city’s prominent music scene with this gift shop marked by Austin’s weirdness. Across from the Driskill, this locally owned and operated boutique provides unique presents for any music-lover on your list. In store you’ll find a wide variety of instruments and novelty items, such as a boom box fanny pack and a T-shirt with Willie’s mug shot on it. 115 E. Sixth St., 512.708.1700, wildaboutmusic.com
Home Base
Make your house a home with a trip to these eclectic décor retailers downtown, with furniture and accessories ranging from ultramodern to classic.
Anthropologie
You’ll find: Feminine interiors and serveware to match with the bohemian theme of their clothing 601 Lamar Blvd., 512.236.9301, anthropologie.com
Bang & Olufsen
You’ll find: State-of-the-art home sound and video system showpieces 217 W. Second St., 512.481.1818, bang-olufsen.com
BoConcept
You’ll find: Luxurious modern
and contemporary furniture 430 W. Second St., 512.258.0835, boconceptaustin.com
Design Within Reach
You’ll find: A museum-quality showroom selling high-end midcentury modern furnishings 200 W. Second St., 512.472.7200, dwr.com
Mercury Design Studio
You’ll find: An eclectic mix of vintage furniture, collected from around the world 209 W. Second St., 512.236.0100, mercurydesignstudio.com
Serve: Gourmet Gadgets & Goods
100, 512.476.0014, urbanspaceinteriors.com
You’ll find: Tools for the ultimate home chef 241 W. Third St., 512.480.0171, servegourmet.com
Scott + Cooner
You’ll find: Seventy-plus lines of contemporary furniture and European kitchen appliances 115 W. Eighth St., 512.480.0436, scottcooner.com
Urbanspace Interiors
You’ll find: Artistically modern furniture, from Arik Levy to Maarten Baas 801 W. Fifth St., Ste.
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Governor Ann Richards once said, “Women, it was painfully clear, weren’t going to be allowed to use their brains, and I certainly wanted to use mine.” Use her brain she did, and she encouraged every woman she met—young and old—to do the same. It was a priority and a dream of the late governor that women would be offered equal opportunities, and she saw the embodiment of that in the school that bears her name, the Ann Richards School for Young Women Leaders. This year marked the graduation of the inaugural class, a class full of young women leading their peers and their community—a class that would have made her proud. For this issue, AW recruited two recent graduates to write the stories of four remarkable young women to watch. Austin is a city on the forefront of cutting-edge technology and ideas, a virtual petri dish for innovation and creativity. The young women in Austin who lead the way for their generation are championed and applauded for their efforts. This year we look at four young women—dreamers, entrepreneurs, athletes, educators—each striving to make a difference, each chasing a dream, pursuing a passion and aiming to be the best they can be. Each has found the courage to lead, and their vision for the future is inspiring.—Deborah Hamilton-Lynne P h oto s by L e a h Ov e r s t r e e t / I l l u s t r at i o n s by K at i e H o l m s t r o m
Ann Richards School graduate Ana Gonzalez helps undocumented students dream big when looking to fund a college education. By L a u r a H e r r a r a
Ana Gonzalez is not your typical high school student. Most high school students worry about financing their college education, and it’s even harder for undocumented students to receive federal aid if they want to further their education here in America. But 17-year-old Gonzalez, one of the 52 girls in the Ann Richards School’s first graduating class, set aside her own worries to help her classmates. As a result she made it possible for undocumented students to receive scholarship money for their college education. Gonzalez founded the Dreaming Together Scholarship this past year with the assistance of her school. “At the beginning it was just going to be a scholarship for the girls,” Gonzalez says. “But we named it Dreaming Together so we can push Congress to pass the Dream Act as a whole, not just a fraction.” “I wanted to help [undocumented students] accomplish their goals to go to college,” she continues, looking over at her friends, many of whom were an inspiration behind the program. Gonzalez, who is not yet a US citizen herself but has legally obtained permanent residency, says the money she has raised is for students with families who are not financially able to support the costly path to becoming a US citizen with a college education. College tuition aside, under the Dream Act, if a young illegal immigrant wishes to stay in the US, the application fee alone is $465. So Gonzalez started small: Along with help from her friends and teachers, she created a T-shirt that could be sold at the school, and subsequent funds raised from the T-shirt sales have been set aside for the scholarship. In order for a student to be considered for it, they had to be a graduating senior, an undocumented student and had to submit a 300-word essay describing how the money would be beneficial in accomplishing their goals. “We sold 200 shirts, and I really don’t know the total, because we got a lot
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of donations…we raised money for about 10 scholarships,” she says, beaming. “[The scholarship] was only going to be for seniors, but then we realized we had more money, and we had fewer senior girls who needed the money, so we opened it to juniors and sophomores.” Gonzalez’s scholarship began attracting attention outside of the school with the help of local newspapers and TV stations, a type of publicity she hadn’t even dreamed of when she started Dreaming Together. “I knew I was going to have the support of the school, but I didn’t know if I was going to have the support of the community. I was scared of not being able to raise enough money, [but]…I never thought it was going to be this big.” Gonzalez plans for her scholarship to continue raising funds for more undocumented students even as she leaves Austin to study criminal justice at the University of Texas at El Paso. Her hope is that it eventually expands to other local high schools, to make others’ dreams of a college education a reality. Gonzalez leaves parting advice: “Work hard for your dreams, for your goals. Don’t give up; nothing is going to be easy. You’re not going to obtain things easily. But if you work hard and you stick to it, commit to it and dedicate time to it, it will come true.”
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Honored with the Girl Scouts’ highest award, Mandy Justiz is on a mission to educate our youth on the subject of marine biology—and plans to save our world’s oceans in the process. By Ta m sy n S t o n e b a r g e r
“It all started in second grade,” says Mandy Justiz, 2013 recipient of the Girl Scouts’ highest honor—National Young Woman of Distinction. “That’s when we did the marine science unit, and it just sparked something.” Ever since her first taste of marine biology at the age of seven, Justiz has been fascinated by marine life. Now, at the age of 16, she has received her Girl Scout Gold Award by designing an aquarium and creating a three-day curriculum to educate fifth graders at The University of Texas Elementary School on marine biology and conservation. The qualifications for such an award are identifying an issue of importance to you, investigating it and creating a plan to educate the community. Along with those requirements, a minimum of 80 hours is required for this service project, but Justiz loved her project so much she surpassed that. “I ended up submitting mine at about 160 hours, but it’s continued to grow,” Justiz explains, which wasn’t a surprise considering she had already won the bronze and silver award from Girl Scouts. She says she first only came up with the idea of creating an aquarium, but when she was filling out the required forms to work with the school she decided to create a curriculum that fits with the marine life in the aquarium. Justiz was more than qualified to teach the fifth graders. “I started going to
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A&M’s marine biology camps in fourth grade, and I’ve been going ever since,” Justiz explains. “I’ve picked up knowledge there as well as from the books I get for my birthday…because that’s what I get for my birthday—fish books.” Her passion for marine biology is evident in her lesson plans. On the first day of her three-day session, students learn about fish and conservation to strengthen their base knowledge. The second day launches students into marine mammals, sea turtles, plankton, and coral, and on the third day students study Texas ecosystems. Justiz uses the aquarium she designed in each of these different lessons. The ghost shrimp, for example, easily illustrate the marine digestive system. “I love education,” Justiz says. “After I taught my first class, something kind of clicked. I’ve realized that in all of this—I definitely want to teach at some point.” She’s always been the type of student that loved presenting in class, so teaching to a younger age about her passion came easy, and her enthusiasm was reciprocated. “The kids especially at the age I teach at are very curious, and they just have wonderful questions,” she says. “You know they don’t have any limit in their mind. They are just creative and optimistic. It’s great.” Along with her love for education, Justiz realized what she wants to accomplish in life. “I want to get a biomed degree so I can go to veterinary school, and probably get a minor in conservation.” Justiz has hopes of becoming a marine veterinarian for an aquarium, both tending to the larger fish and other organisms and doing lab research on conservation techniques. It’s safe to say with Justiz’s determination and passion, her future research will help save the world’s oceans and educate others on the importance of marine conservation in the process.
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“There’s nothing wrong with falling,” surfer Raleigh Hager says as she gets back on her hot-pink wakeboard, with Bob Marley playing on the boat. It seems like a typical thing for a world champion wakeboard surfer to say, but seeing as she’s 11 years old, it really leaves an impression. At the age of eight, when Hager was just beginning to learn how to drop the rope and ride the wake, her natural talent caught the eye of her now coach and board shaper, Billy Clark. Clark approached Hager and her family at a boat gas station asking if he could coach her, and he forecasted, “That girl is going to be the world champion someday.” Little did he realize how soon someday would be. Clark created a custom pink board that became her trademark, and Hager rode all the way to the 2012 Women’s Pro World Championship. Clark does more than make pretty boards that win competitions though. “Well, his wake is a lot different,” explains Hager, “more like a competition boat. And he tells me to do ridiculous tricks, and I try them with him and then come and try them on our boat.” And after just a few months of coaching, Hager began competing—at the pro level. “I skipped amateur and outlaws,” she says. “I went straight to pro. It was weird with all the people looking at me. They were just like, ‘Are you in juniors?’ and I was like, ‘I’m riding pro.’” A year before the world competition, Hager set the stakes high with her dad. “I asked for a pig,” she says, “and every day I’d ask for a pig and check the website to see what pigs they had.” Hager’s dad, JB, didn’t think a thing about it. “I told her sure,” he says. “She hadn’t even done a pro competition yet.” The world competition in Parker, Arizona, drew near, but Hager had been
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consistently placing third. Hager, her family What is wake and her coach were confident she would do surfing? well, but they had a backup plan to go into In Raleigh’s words: Phoenix on the third day of the three-day event. As it turned out, Phoenix would have “You get a boat—not a to wait. Hager cut water and flipped through fishing boat—and a Fat the first two days to compete alongside the Sac [ballast bag], and fill best, including reigning two-time world it up and put it on one champion Rebecca Ort, a Swiss native. side of the boat so it (Ort, on her part, was very supportive of creates a wake. You put Hager, even telling Raleigh that she was your feet on the board amazed with her young talent and wanted and hold on to the rope her on her team.) On the third day, Hager so the boat can pull you pulled through to win the Women’s World up. You drop the rope Wakesurfing Championship. “After I won, once you are on the the first thing I said was, ‘I’m getting a pig!’” wake. Then you pump After her incredible victory, she’s still the and surf the wake. In same spunky preteen with a passion and a simplest form, you get a talent everyone takes seriously. No matter wakeboard and you surf her age or gender she can beat all the others, the wake behind a boat.” which has happened when she beat many boys at a local outlaw’s competition where she was the only female. By the time this young woman is 18, she might be able to pay her own way to college from the prize money she won. She hopes to go on to accomplish her dreams of winning more world championships, and to inspire people to get involved in the sport she loves. And how many people can say they’ve done all of that at the ripe old age of 11? The eyes of Texas and the world are on Raleigh Hager, and she is determined not to disappoint. ralsurfs.com
Photo by Dave McLaughlin DCM Photography.
2012 Women’s Pro Wakesurf Champion Raleigh Hager is knocking out the competition.
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Local entrepreneur Maura Ambrose turns her passion for quilting into a thriving business. BY L a u r a H e r r a r a
Most people tend to overlook the art of quilting. It’s not a typical medium most artists prefer to use, but for Maura Ambrose, it’s the one art that truly represents her talent and passion. “Once I was introduced to it, I felt the most comfortable way to express myself was through quilting, and its values are in line with my upbringing,” Ambrose explains as she discusses how she became the entrepreneur she is today. “I remember I wasn’t really interested in being an entrepreneur. I even remember saying it. The whole world of starting up a business didn’t appeal to me. It came later—it became a business once I started making quilts.” Folk Fibers is Ambrose’s business. She founded it right here in Austin, but her talents have received nationwide attention and were recently featured in Country Living. Her quilts sell for anywhere from $600 to $3,000, while her pillows range from $65 to $255. Each is handcrafted using 100 percent natural fibers, and she hand-dyes them using natural ingredients she organically grows, harvests and forages herself. Educated in textile design and fiber arts at the Savannah College of Art and Design, Ambrose has worked in a variety of jobs in the past, but none sparked her passions quite like quilt making has. “When I first started making quilts, I was in heaven,” she says. “I didn’t want to stop.” Following a four-month trip across the country with her husband, the crafter realized this path might be a business opportunity and started to sell her work. Now as an established business owner, Ambrose works on her quilts and loves discussing the appeal of the craft. “Handquilting takes much longer, but it’s the beauty and the one-of-akind quality that cannot be replaced by any machine,” she says. “You’re going to have the quilt for the rest of your life. What’s two weeks, three weeks or sometimes longer just to have [the quilt for] a lifetime or more? It’s really worth it. I think my mission is to share the reasons why quilts really are a lifetime investment.” As part of her love for the craft, Ambrose holds workshops to teach others about the art of handcrafting quilts and the culture behind it. “I have one scheduled for October, and it’s the biggest workshop to date,” she says. “It’s a three-day workshop, and we’re going to do a quilt together as a group and then auction it off to send a kid to camp. This camp that I’m working with as a partnership is called Ace camp, and the [proceeds from the] quilt we’re making in our group will send
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the kid to camp. So it’s really exciting to me.” Ambrose’s passion for her artwork has allowed her to expand her business, and she plans to move to Bastrop in order to accommodate her need for more crafting space. But even as her business continues to grow, she stays true to the meaning of the work. “Quilting is thought of as a very much commemorative art with the purpose of gift giving, and oftentimes giving back to the community,” she says. “So I’m honoring that. I love all parts of quilting, especially the culture around it—from the past to the present.” folkfibers.com
52 Yo u ng Women to Watch The inaugural graduating class of the Ann Richards School embodies the late governor’s dream.
Photo by Will Gallagher of Gallagher Studios.
By J a n e K e l lo g g
On the Southwest Austin campus of the Ann Richards School for Young Women Leaders, 680 girls are facing a brighter future than they were just a few years ago. They are typical teenagers—excitedly talking about their crushes, what they wore to prom, eagerly anticipating their independence as they head off to college—but what makes these girls stand out among their peers is the overwhelming hurdles they have jumped. Inspired by the success of Dallas’s Foundation for the Education of Young Women, the late governor dreamed of a public school in AISD that would provide an exceptional college-prep curriculum for young women of diverse backgrounds. In 2007, one year after Richards died from esophageal cancer, the sixth through 12th grade school welcomed its first students. Although it has been a learning experience for both the students and staff as they experienced growing pains in their inaugural years, this past June 52 seniors—including Tamsyn Stonebarger and Laura Herrara, who
interviewed four young women to watch for Austin Woman with the guidance of Ann Richards School journalism teacher Sarah Walker—walked across a stage in caps and gowns to accept their diplomas, the school’s first graduating class. The embodiment of governor Richard’s dream, the girls were offered nearly $3 million in scholarships, cumulatively, and every single graduate will attend college in the fall. This was a huge accomplishment in itself: more than 70 percent of these high school grads are the first in their family to go to college. The school has made college a priority from the beginning, arranging for its students to visit more than 20 college campuses by the time they graduate. The curriculum sets up these young women for success through three defined pathways: engineering, biomedical, and media and technology. “Everybody works in groups so you are really supporting how the world looks once you leave school,” says Teri O’Glee, executive director of the Ann Richards School Foundation. “It’s collaborative and supports teamwork.” The school also encourages students to participate in its unique extra curricular activities, such as roller derby and yoga. Principal Jeanne Goka knows each
of her students’ personal stories and milestones, and it’s clear that she is personally invested in the futures of these young women. “It’s not just important to us that they graduate high school and go to college; it’s important that they finish college,” she says. The school created an alumni director position so that unlike most of Austin’s other high schools, former students can feel comfortable reaching out. “Our idea was that if we work with them on their scholarships here and get to know them and their families intimately, we’ll hopefully be the first call they make if they run into trouble in college or suddenly can’t afford tuition,” Goka says. But the school goes one step further. “I told the teachers that next year we’re all baking brownies and sending the girls care packages,” she says. “I want to let them know they’re still connected to us—to let them know how much we love them.” Only time will tell the ways in which The Ann Richards School has shaped the future of its graduates. But judging from the successes we’ve already witnessed of the school’s inaugural graduating class, a positive impact has certainly been made on the young women who walk these halls. annrichardsschool.org
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Kids Today! From my perspective, our future is in good hands. By JB Hager, Photo by Rudy Arocha You’ve heard older Americans with a look of disappointment on their face uttering, “Kids these days…” This is their way of saying, in short, “I am so disappointed in the youth of today, what they think, how they live, how they act. What does the future of your country behold?” I couldn’t disagree more with this sentiment. As I casually observe today’s teenagers, I am nothing but impressed—if not jealous—of the caliber of kids today. Flash back to 1982–1988, my prime teenage years. You wonder what it was like to be a pimple-faced teenager growing up in Georgetown, Texas? (We didn’t have ProActiv in the ’80s.) I can only describe my teenage years as boring. I think this is most of what America’s youth felt like at the time. Attire was god awful. Guys wore ridiculously short shorts inspired by John Ritter and Jimmy Connors. We often wore sleeveless shirts with ridiculous sayings, inspired by either Def Leopard or South Padre Island. Girls had poofy hair inspired by poodles and makeup inspired by prostitution. Their teeth and eyes were beautifully white only because they spent an average of four hours in the sun per day; the remaining hours were spent in a tanning booth, which is the reason teenagers of that era now look to be age 65. Most of our time was wasted driving around looking for trouble. If we weren’t looking for a party, we were looking for girls. If we couldn’t find girls or a party, we were driving around looking to race cars. Muscle cars just 10 years old were cheap and fast. It’s amazing we are still alive. When we were done racing, we wanted to drink cheap beer or wine coolers and brag about our racing. Drinking kept us distracted from fighting residents of Round Rock or Leander. Drinking also gave us the nerve to talk to girls and to attempt very inappropriate things without having any meaningful conversation whatsoever. In retrospect,
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Guys wore ridiculously short shorts inspired by John Ritter and Jimmy Connors. We often wore sleeveless shirts with ridiculous sayings, inspired by either Def Leopard or South Padre Island. it’s amazing we ever got to touch girls at all (my only fond memory of being a teenager), at least when they weren’t complaining about their sunburn. Ninety-nine percent of the time, we were bored and lacked the motivation to do anything about it. Teenagers today are far more interesting,
well rounded and just better people. What jumps out at us now are the horrible things we see on reality TV, but those are just the bad things. For every drunken Snookie on television, there’s a brand-new show that is educational and interesting. Kids don’t feel the need to drive around looking for trouble because
they don’t have to wander aimlessly to connect with friends. They just pick up their phone and jump on Facebook or Instagram and connect. Our social media connections back in the ’80s were the parking lots of Sonic and Mr. Gatti’s Pizza. In fact, there are many stats to back up the fact that teenagers today don’t even care about getting a driver’s license in any hurry. Fathers, that means your daughters today are not being groped in your driveway like when I was…ahem… never mind. Teenagers today can gather at coffee shops and have real conversations. The only coffee back in the ’80s came from a Folgers can. Can’t you imagine this pick-up line: “Hey, want to come over to my parents’ house? They just opened a can of Folgers.” Most would have passed. Want to watch a movie today? Kids can just jump on iTunes or Netflix or watch while simultaneously chatting online. Now movies are at your disposal—and we never even imagined “on demand.” In the ’80s the movie theater in Georgetown had been closed for a decade and was dependent on bake sales for an impossible renovation. Kids now can learn any new trendy dance (“Gangnam Style,” anyone?) in one night online, while we on the other hand had to wait for American Bandstand to come on once a week and only get a momentary look at the “Electric Slide.” Because we couldn’t learn it very quickly, we would put our siblings in a headlock to entertain ourselves instead. It’s not uncommon today to meet a teenager that is an impressive entrepreneur or humanitarian. Most of my friends were vandals when they weren’t busy loitering. In their spare time today, kids are interning with companies that interest them, not working at Pizza Hut because it paid $4 an hour instead of the required $3.35. I can’t tell you how many teenagers I’ve met that have dedicated a certain time to charity, and I have met equally as many who have started their own charities or organizations. Impressive. Back in my day, charity was chipping in for a keg as we stood around in a field in the middle on nowhere sipping our life away. The next time you hear someone say, “Kids these days…” bounce a few of these things off of them. Unless you are talking to Bill Gates or Mark Zuckerberg, you’ll probably convince them that our future is in good hands. JB Hager can be heard as part of the JB and Sandy Morning Show on Mix 94.7 Austin, weekdays from 6 to 10 a.m.
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“I think you’re going bald.” He’s probably batted these words around in his head as many times as you’ve scolded yourself about your weight. However if he had been the one to mention your insecurities, you would have scratched his eyeballs out. Subtlety is key when discussing a topic that might be sensitive to a man. If you really want to help him, make a casual suggestion, and leave the follow-through to his own discretion.
“The garage door is broken, so I asked my dad if he could fix it.” You might as well call the cable guy to see if he can help with his erectile dysfunction, because that is just about as emasculating as asking your dad to take care of you. Guys like to be the knight in shining armor for their damsel. If he decides to call your dad for help, let it come from his mouth, not yours. “(Insert your friend’s name) is cheating on...” Guys are trusting, but the minute he believes that you are hanging around someone who is a bad influence, he might start suspecting that your part in the story isn’t so innocent. Before bringing up the adulterous shenanigans of one of your friends, make sure that your guy understands your disappointment in her actions. “Be a man!” This is the same as tying a rock around his testicles and sinking them to the bottom of the Atlantic. Nothing is more degrading to a guy than having his manhood questioned. If you want your guy to show some backbone, there are better ways to inspire, rather than torching whatever masculinity he has left. “I was reading through your e-mails/texts...” Men value their privacy, and so should you. No matter what your reasoning is for looking through his stuff, if you mistrust him enough to damage his trust with the relationship, you should save yourself the trouble, pack his bags and leave them at the curb. “Listen to me!” He hears you! He is probably wondering why you can’t find a way to talk with him, instead of at him. Guys hate to be scolded about their inability to communicate. This is a stereotype that has done a lot of injustice to the guys who are doing their best to work around these low expectations. “Talk to me!” Guys have a hard enough time sorting out their emotions, and when you put him on the spot, he is almost guaranteed to freeze up. This will only make you angrier and him more frustrated. It is okay to ask him important questions. However, give him enough time to gather his thoughts before he answers. “This is your last chance.” This is the kind of pressure put on men that has defeat written all over it. This unfortunately only succeeds at scaring a guy enough to do something rash and stupid and rarely gives women the result that was intended. The best advice is obvious: Think about how you would react to what you are going to say before you speak. “A wise woman puts a grain of sugar into everything she says to a man,” one old adage goes, “and takes a grain of salt with everything he says to her.”
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Sweet Talk Renowned Austin pastry chef and James Beard nominee Laura Sawicki sweetens the deal for downtown restaurants. By Malia Bradshaw
I moved to Austin four and a half years ago to open La Condesa, and I never looked back. I left New York because Austin gave the promise of a lot of change and growth. The food scene was really starting to take off here, so it was an exciting time to be a part of all the momentum. I was an administrative assistant in a gallery in New York asking myself, Is this really what I want to do? I wasn’t feeling very stimulated creatively. Then I was at the doctor’s office reading Gourmet magazine and I just had an aha moment. Literally, it clicked. Why am I avoiding this reality that I know to be true? I know that I want to go into this. I think I was just scared to really make that change. I was living in Brooklyn, working in restaurants and very quickly worked my way from pastry cook to pastry chef. I was given
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a lot of opportunity to express myself creatively and to work with chefs. I just found my path pretty early on and I had a lot of success in my mid to late 20s. So that whole process sort of expedited itself quickly.
The creative process is very complicated. It’s a lot of writing, a lot of research, lots of drawing, lots of recipe development. Then I pretty much throw everything out the window and start from scratch. I go through this self-deprecation. I revisit every emotion possible until I get to the point where I’m absolutely thrilled with what I’m doing. I’m my own harshest critic, so I really push myself for excellence. In doing so, the creative process becomes very tumultuous. On average, I’m working 12 to 15 hours a day. And if it’s 12, then I go home and work for another three or four hours. I do try to allow myself one to two days off. But the work doesn’t stop, especially because anything can stimulate your creativity and anything can be an influence. I carry moleskin around with me everywhere I go, and I write, draw or take photos to try and capture the inspiration in that moment. Teaching is absolutely the biggest part of my job. There’s so much education that we share not just with the customers but with our servers and with our cooks. Education is a huge part of the teaching that we do in the kitchen. We like to give
the knowledge and the understanding to the cooks: not just of the technique but the stories behind the food, the cultural details and history.
My advice for aspiring chefs is to take risks. Be patient. Ask yourself a lot of questions. Really just stay with it. It’s a lot of hard work, but it can be the most rewarding thing. This career isn’t for everyone. It’s not the romantic stuff you see on television; it’s definitely sensationalized and painted in a very glamorous fashion. Or on the flip side, it can be painted in a very negative way—lots of cursing and hot-headed moments. And we don’t have that in this kitchen at all. You can find kitchens with all sorts of different kinds of attitudes. It’s really the chefs that set the tone. So if you find the right people to work with and work for, you can ultimately become the chef that you want to be. There is that simple pleasure that we get feeding other people. There’s that connectedness to a community, to friends, to family. Food is ultimately a conversation. Whether they’re strangers or loved ones, it really just unites people. It makes me really happy to feed people. It makes me really, really happy to see the looks on their faces when they’re enjoying their food. So it’s kind of a reciprocal sensation. It makes me feel good to see them feel good, which is really inexplicable.
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Laura Sawicki has a job that many women dream about: She creates decadent desserts for sophisticated and successful restaurants. As pastry chef of Austin favorites La Condesa and Sway, Sawicki concocts such delicacies as a jasmine tea panna cotta made with red grape, lychee, palm sugar, Thai basil, shiso, crunchy amaranth and coconut-lychee sorbet. Earning her degree from the prestigious Culinary Institute of America in Hyde Park, New York, Sawicki has quickly become one of Austin’s top chefs. She was recently named 2012 Best New Pastry Chef by Food & Wine magazine and was a 2013 James Beard Foundation Award nominee for Outstanding Pastry Chef. While her job may seem glamorous—it certainly has its perks—Sawicki gives Austin Woman a peek into the real life behind those industrial kitchen doors.
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Street of Texas.” The many initiatives have included the placement of lights in the trees that line Congress Avenue—establishing a welcoming atmosphere for outdoor dining—as well as the two-day PlazaLife event, held in 2012 at the Frost Bank Tower Plaza with the goal of fostering the reconceptualization of how Austinites can use public plazas. In addition to revitalizing Congress Avenue, Alexander strives to find the optimum retail mix in downtown and foment the connectivity of place. “What I mean [by connectivity of place] is having great places and spaces in the pedestrian, transportation and public realms—having downtown connected in a way that keeps you discovering every nook and cranny,” Alexander says. “It’s so much fun when you stumble upon something new and exciting. I think Austin has a lot of those places, and I think we need to connect them and have more.” The efforts of Alexander and the DAA are more than paying off— the residential population of downtown Austin has doubled since 2000, driving up the downtown apartment occupancy rate to 97.4 percent. Of the more than 2,100 condominiums built downtown since the turn of the millennium, 74 percent have been sold and tourism is thriving with more than 19 million people visiting the heart of the Live Music Capital annually, injecting nearly $4.5 billion into the local economy. Alexander, who received her bachelor’s degree in urban studies and history from Trinity University, has been in central Texas for 23 years. Before joining the DAA she had been the director of the Georgetown Chamber of Commerce, the director of the Georgetown Convention and Visitors Bureau, and economic and community development director for the city of Elgin. “There is something about being plopped down into the middle of a cool city, the energy, its people, its architecture, smells and sounds,” says Alexander. “It’s my own educational laboratory. At every turn I can discover something new. Anytime I can discover something new I find I am in my element.” With Alexander and the DAA at the helm, downtown Austin is in good hands for years to come.
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Tour Historic Downtown Austin Preservation Austin has recently launched its Historic Austin Tours App, which features downloadable tours of Congress Avenue, East Sixth Street and Old West Austin for
sign standards and codify protections for historic buildings. In the heart of downtown Austin, the Congress Avenue historical district and East Sixth Street are historically protected. Both of these districts are filled with aged buildings with intricate architectural details, but it’s the stories that Schraad tells about them that make them come alive. “Walking down Congress Avenue, you can go to the Old Bakery [on 10th Street],” says Schraad. “If you go up to the second story, you can almost appreciate what Congress Avenue must have looked like 100 years ago, because you’re seeing just the historic façades when Austin was a really small town.” If you go down further to the corner of Sixth Street and Congress Avenue, you come to the Scarborough and Littlefield buildings, “which were some of the first skyscrapers west of the Mississippi,” she says. “The owners of the buildings had a rivalry. The Littlefield was eight stories tall, which was the tallest building of the time [around 1912]. Then Scarborough built his to eight stories, so Littlefield had to build another story just to make sure.” Other facts include the ethnically diverse businesses that existed on East Sixth Street (including Chinese, Lebanese and some of the first African Americanowned businesses of the time) when it was still the main market road to get into Austin. There’s also the old German Free School on Red River Street, which was built on a bluff because “it afforded protection from Comanche raids that were coming into town from the east. The kids used to keep an eye out against Indian raids.” “To me, what I love about this job is that it enriches your everyday life when you know the history
iPhones or iTunes. We launched that in January, to make sure we’re drawing in a new audience, maybe younger Austinites,” says Schraad. “We just want to make sure that [Austinites] have easy access to understanding what they’re walking by when they’re on Sixth
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Street or Congress Avenue.” Lasting about 45 minutes, each tour is complete with narration and photos to orient users as they walk around town. “We also have historic photos, which I think is unique to our app,” adds Schraad. “So as you’re standing on Sixth Street, for example, you can
of these buildings,” adds Schraad. “I love going to places in Austin, or just running around town doing errands, and imagining what it was all like.” Schraad relies heavily on volunteer support to undertake its extensive array of projects, such as the historic tour iPhone application that allows users to take self-guided tours of historic downtown Austin. Other volunteer needs include helping with the annual Heritage Homes tour, which has featured homes like the renowned Abner Cook mansions around town. For those more inclined toward nature, there are ample opportunities at the Pioneer Farms, which Preservation Austin operates as a working farm and living history museum of 1880s homesteads. preservationaustin.org
look at the Ritz Theater, but you can also go back and see what it looked like throughout the years.” Preservation Austin is currently working to expand the app with three more tours, including one of historic music venues, a tour of the African American Cultural and
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How I Beat the Summer Heat The heat that encompasses an Austin summer is no joking matter, and nothing and no one could have prepared me for what was to come. As a transplant to this city, hailing from Seattle, I should have taken the advice from one of the bar flies who frequented the restaurant I worked at prior to moving to Austin. Every time he’d see me, we’d have the same conversation. “When do you move to Austin?” “July 29th, Danny.” “But why?” he’d ask, clearly annoyed. “It’s so hot there. You know, Boston is a great city,” he’d always offer. “I know it is, Danny, but I’ve made up my mind.” “But it gets up to 100 degrees there!” he’d warn. “You know, I lived in Fort Worth when I was in the army.” “Is that so?” I’d always respond with a smile. And so it went, day in and day out. Despite Danny’s attempts at deterrence, I had made up my mind, and I was Austin-bound, no matter what anyone told me about their summers. Then I arrived. I had graduated college and on a whim decided to head off to Texas, a state I had never considered, for reasons I won’t go in to now. No job, no friends, only a second-story apartment off of I-35 I had found on Craigslist. My father accompanied me on the three-day drive from Seattle to Austin, arriving on July 31, 2010, at 10:30 p.m. One flight up with my seemingly two-ton couch, and I was drenched in sweat, cheeks red with frustration. Did I mention it was 87 degrees? At 10:30 p.m.? Wow, Danny wasn’t kidding. The next morning I awoke to a blazing 104 degrees breathing down my neck. After a visit to H-E-B, I arrived home with a burnt arm–just one–from about 10 minutes of sun exposure during the arduous trek for groceries and cleaning supplies. I may be a pale-skinned, freckled Irish girl, but 10 minutes? Uh-oh.
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It’s been three years since then, and I bet you are expecting me to complain. On the contrary, I have immersed myself into these beautiful, ridiculously hot summers, have embraced it with open arms, and prefer three months of 100degree weather to nine months of gray and dark, cold and wet Seattle winters. I survived that extra-long stretch of 100-plus-degree days back in 2011, and although I hope we don’t experience that again, I have learned certain lessons and now know how to battle the heat. In order to guide future transplants or as a refresher, I’m offering a simple rulebook to prepare you for summer. Rule #1: Do not leave rubber crocs, or any shoes for that matter, in the back of your car, even for a few hours. I made this mistake and had to hobble around at work with melted, shrunken shoes that looked like they belonged to one of Snow White’s seven dwarves. Rule #2: Do not avoid the heat—you’ll only make yourself more miserable. Take a walk; visit Barton Springs or Big Stacy Pool; dance your butt off at the under-air conditioned Continental Club. The more you’re out in it, the more bearable it becomes. Rule #3: Hydrate, hydrate, hydrate! I remember my restaurant manager warning with grave seriousness that the entire staff was to hydrate, especially when working on our outdoor patio. I asked innocently, “Did someone pass out or something?” He replied, “No, but they will!” locking eyes with me and me alone. I didn’t pass out that summer, but I hydrated like Topo Chico and Ozarka were going out of business. If only Danny could see me now. He’d either be smiling that I survived or shaking his head at my craziness. But I can’t get enough of this city, and I’m not going anywhere. Now, where did I put my sunscreen?
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Latest test makes Volvo the only luxury manufacturer with two TOP SAFETY PICK+ vehicles The 2013 Volvo XC60 earned a TOP SAFETY PICK+ in the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety's (IIHS) new small overlap frontal crash test, currently making it the first and only midsize luxury SUV to achieve such results. Thanks to its top marks in the latest test, Volvo is now the only luxury manufacturer with two TOP SAFETY PICK+ vehicles. The 2013 Volvo S60 sports sedan received the Institute’s highest safety honor in an earlier test. "We’re so confident in our safety heritage that we went ahead and volunteered the XC60 for the test," said VCNA President and CEO John Maloney. "We don’t design our vehicles to pass a specific crash
test; we design them to pass the most important test of all, everyday life.” The 2013 Volvo XC60 and S60 both earned the top rating of “good” in the tests. IIHS rates vehicles good, acceptable, marginal or poor based on performance in a moderate overlap frontal crash, small overlap frontal crash, side impact and rollover, plus evaluations of seat/head restraints for protection against neck injuries in rear impacts. TOP SAFETY PICK+ winners must earn good ratings for occupant protection in at least four of five evaluations, with no less than acceptable in the fifth test. To learn more about IIHS’ test of the Volvo XC60 and S60, please visit: www.volvocars.com/us/IIHS
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