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The schedule fills too quickly to distinguish the people and places that add color to our lives or inspire us to greater things. We get into our cars and move through a day in routine fashion, even in a city as independent and quirky as Austin. With the immeasurable wealth of experiences that the city has to offer, our lives can become more than a bit ordinary. In an effort to add a spark of spontaneity to the coming season, Austin Lifestyle Magazine went in search of the extraordinary. What we found, within driving distance of our city limits, is a host of stories worthy of the eccentric SHAWN LIVELY personality of our town. Be it a unique spin on something so common as eyeglasses or the interest points on the far reaches of the compass that demand attention, Austin Lifestyle Magazine has unearthed more than a few rarities among the routine. And amid the jewels that a typical Austin regimen may not reveal, we managed to find a gem that is seldom seen, in our town or any. ALM encountered a diamond among the hills, and we spoke with a person worthy of the title, ‘hero.’ It isn’t a term used terribly often, and we dare not employ it lightly in the modern day. But, south along I-35 or west toward the Pacific Ocean–though she is known to make frequent visits–we managed to meet a woman who inspired us with her passion, her story and her innumerable good deeds. When the Hollywood celebrity pool seems to produce few role models, Eva Longoria stands out in significant contrast to all that we’ve come to expect from the faces that grace most magazines. So, in that vein, we encourage you to venture away from the ordinary, this season. Try something new and shake up your fall. With all the distinctive experiences that Austin can provide, there’s no reason to settle for ordinary instead of extraordinary. Take in all this city has to give, Shawn Lively, Publisher & the ALM Team
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Experience results that approximate Facelift and corrective results without the pain of surgery, expense, solitude and downtime–thanks to the talent of Kelly Harrison, RN and the talented group at Austin’s 5elements Wellness and Beauty Spas. Widely recognized as one of the best Nurse Injectors for dermal fillers and Botox™ by her colleagues and patients, Nurse Kelly Harrison is a well known master in her field of study. Being on the cutting edge of Medical Aesthetics, she brings eighteen years of experience and a never-ending list of continuing medical education courses to have earned her renown. Developing only the finest techniques and incorporating her artistry within 5Elements, she brings the most qualified level of care to this extravagant and eclectic Beauty and Wellness MediSpa in Austin,Texas. As the first ArqueDerma™ Clinician in Austin to train at the InjectAbility Institute for ArqueDerma™ in California, the methodology and art involved achieves outstanding results. Changing lives by “sustaining beauty through wellness” is a vision shared by her new medi-spa home. Nurse Kelly, with the assistance and backing of 5Elements Wellness, alongside her Beauty Institute of Learning and Wellness Certification, enlightens and educates the medical day spa’s cosmetology staff. With unequaled resources in both science and art, she ventures beyond the latest that science has to offer in advanced art forms. Prior to joining forces with 5Elements, Harrison was the Surgery Center Director for the Austin Plastic Surgery Center. Being the Nurse Injector, she worked directly with patients and educated them along the way. Maintaining an unwavering attention to the comfort of her patients, she performed these procedures with outstanding results. Many surgeons thought such results were impossible without the use of surgery and stood in awe as Nurse Kelly’s results proved them wrong. A Pioneer in the arena of cosmetic injectables, Harrison has gained the respect and admiration of all of
those in the industry, as well as the plethora of plastic surgeons that have seen her work. The ingenuity of her well-developed approach, combined with her amazing aura and the symbiotic beliefs of 5Elements, allow her to refine both inner and outer beauty and redefine what it means to look and feel great. Her masterpieces are on display in an ‘art gallery,’ of sorts, comprised of the before and after pictures of those who have undergone an elegant change, the power of which can be understood at a glance. In her trained hands, what was perhaps thought impossible, she makes into reality, every day. With a variety of quick, affordable and easy nonsurgical procedures using FDA-approved products, Nurse Kelly is a trendsetter and 5Elements supports her National Campaign –“Artistry of injectables via Application of Medical Aesthetics.” With a work history to be proud of, she is also a Member of The American Society of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgical Nursing, Inc. and National Association of Professional Women. Kelly has been chosen to be an elite trainer for Allergan™ cosmetic injectables, enabling her to travel across the USA and train physicians and nurses in her field. Through years in skin care as an aesthetician and make-up specialist, Harrison developed solid techniques with unequaled results. The extra mile she seeks makes a world of difference for each of her clients and professionals want to know her secret because she has brought many of her guests to their personal Nirvana. Nurse Kelly, coupled with 5Elements, brings state-of-the-art technology to the forefront with a chic, world-class approach. The combination of their talents, innovative forces and incredible insights has created an opulent oasis of beauty that is irresistible. Nurse Kelly only adds to that powerful momentum by introducing the healthiest addiction of all. And her arrival at 5Elements is only the beginning. Her vision for the artistry will continue to evolve as science and medical aesthetics continue advancing. A client’s healthy addiction is sure to be satisfied, every step of the way.
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On a 45 acre tract that is surrounded by Balcones Canyonland Preserve on the back and two miles of Lake Travis on the front, nestled in the hills and over the water, is Lake Travis Zipline Adventures. Ranging from 250 feet to over 2,000 feet, LTZA has a total of 5 lines, each one leading up to the the final trial: a pair of racing lines 20 stories over the lake. “We came up with the idea for a zipline on the land that we owned on Lake Travis from a friend who help design and build a zipline in another part of Texas,” John Shipley, co-owner of LTZA said. “Once the idea set in, we went to an ACCT (Association of Challenge Course Technology) Conference in Minneapolis Minnesota. The ACCT is recognized governing body for safety standards for ziplines. We felt we met all of the criteria they were suggesting for a successful zipline location.” LTZA tour guides go through a 40-hour training course sanctioned by the ACCT and must obtain CPR minor first aid certification. Updated trainings through monthly meetings and one-on-one instruction are available as needed to ensure safety for all tours. “Our tour guides come from various backgrounds but all share a love of the outdoors,” John said. “Most are part time. Some are students while others have multiple part-time work. We strive on hiring tour guides that are upbeat, outgoing and enthusiastic about adventure guiding.” Once adventurers hike across the land to get to the ziplines, which has been untouched since habited by the Indians in the area, and complete their LTZA experience, they can hang out at one of the private beaches. In the near future, LTZA plans on offering paddle board and kayak rentals, as well as food and beverage options for adventurers. “LTZA viewers should know that we work hard to make sure that every participant has the ‘Adventure of a Lifetime,’” John said. You don’t need water in the lake to partake in this Lake Travis adventure. Lake Travis Zipline Adventures’ season runs from March 1 to November 31. For more information, visit ziplaketravis.com. ALM
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With 2 locations, Con’ Olio was built on the “taste before you buy option” where patrons can sample more than 50 types of olive oils and vinegars straight from the Fusti containers before purchasing the full bottle. “Our store name has dual-meanings: Con' (short form of our last name Conarko) and con olio also means ‘with oil’ in Italian,” Jeff said. “Ever since tasting really high quality oils and vinegars as we were travelling in Europe, it has been our mission to not only bring them back, but to educate people about the differences. “ Jeff and Tabatha Conarko opened the flagship Con’ Olio in the Arboretum in 2009. The downtown store followed on May 10. “We choose our products based on taste and quality,” Jeff said. “We source our products from high quality single estate producers from all around the world. They are chemically tested for both quality and authenticity and we have complete traceability of our products to single batches.” In addition to the merchant aspect of Con’ Olio, classes (such as Olive Oil 101 and Balsamic Vinegar 101) are offered regularly. Attendees can learn about the history behind the product, production details, differences in grades, health benefits and culinary uses. “What is really impactful to people is that we also get to taste these amazing products and do a side-by-side comparison with the grocery store grade products,” Jeff said. “Once people taste the difference, they never go back to the other stuff. We also pair our oils and vinegars with different types of food demonstrating how these products can complement and transform as they blend together on the palate.” America is at the forefront of a revolution in the olive oil industry right now, as there are no USDA or FDA standards and testing that protects consumers from the mislabeled and adulterated olive oil flooding the market today on our grocery store shelves. “We are part of a group lobbying the Federal Government, starting with the California State Legislature, to implement Federal Marketing Orders to protect consumers and help level the playing field for quality extra virgin olive oil producers,” Jeff said. For more information, visit conolios.com. ALM
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Follow The Trend One of the newest airstreams to hit the Texas roads is Trendy Trailer, Tessie Watson’s mobile boutique of Longhorn Fashions. Longhorn Fashions was founded in 2010 as an alternative Longhorn shopping option for customers worn from the Co-Op styles and t-shirts. “Right around the time that I was launching Longhorn Fashions in 2010, my sister and I saw an article on a designer who turned an old potato chip delivery truck into a boutique on wheels,” Tessie said. “We thought it was a genius idea because it allows you to get out and about and meet customers without being tied down to a retail space. I have always wanted to open a store, but I knew I needed to get creative in how I went about it in an economy that is still recovering and this article got our wheels turning. Fashion power houses like Alice & Olivia and Kate Spade are having a blast with their mobile boutiques and it’s an even better opportunity for someone with a smaller business that really needs the space for less!” Tessie searched for an Airstream trailer that she could afford on Craigslist and other outlets, looking at a dozen before she found “the one.” She thought the size was perfect and it was already in Austin. The Airstream was gutted when she bought it, but had a lot of holes in the ceiling, body damage and was just really dirty overall . It took her a full day just to clean it out, patch it up and get it ready to paint. As a fashion outlet, even a mobile one, the aesthetic must be respected. She decided on a turquoise color because she loves pairing turquoise with burnt orange when creating an outfit (and it just happens to be her favorite color). The grey floor pulls in the color of the Airstream and complements the burnt orange and white apparel that fills the racks. Steel pipe stands in place of wardrobe racks because Tessie knew it would be sturdier than traditional racks and went with the overall chrome, industrial look of the Airstream. She searched Marshalls, Target and other discount
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stores to make the decor as inviting as possible on a budget. “My favorite things I found are the burnt orange and white lamps that I got at Marshalls for $24, but I am also crazy about the shabby chic necklace holders, such as antlers, knobs and key hooks that I ordered off Etsy,” Tessie said. “I love supporting other small business owners through Longhorn Fashions and Etsy makes that so easy!” Longhorn Fashions and the Trendy Trailer stemmed from Tessie’s love for fashion and her devotion to The University of Texas. She is a Longhorn graduate and studied Corporate Communications with a Business Foundations minor. “I was a Texas Spirit at UT, which solidified my love for all Texas sports and the University of Texas as a whole. I am proud to say that I have attended almost every home game since 2006 and my closet is 70% burnt orange.” And, when asked if there was an emotional rationale for choosing an airstream versus a permanent storefront, Tessie fesses up. “My family loves a good road trip or visit to a state park, so we have always been in awe of the glory of the Airstream and the idea of the Americana nomadic spirit behind one. Whenever we passed by one on the highway on a road trip growing up, there was a pause made by everyone in the car to pay reverence to its chrome glory. I looked at a lot of different trailers for this project, but am so glad I got the Airstream! I know my fellow UT graduate, Matthew McConaughey, is a fan of Airstream life as well. Hopefully he stops by to see what I've done with the place!” The Trendy Trailer will be parked at Bevo Boulevard by the Bob Bullock Museum during the home games this football season and will traveling around Dallas, Houston and San Antonio for events. For its current location, check the Longhorn Fashions Facebook page, facebook.com/LonghornFashions. ALM
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Brings a New Taste to Cedar Park Just outside of Austin, residents of Cedar Park now have a new restaurant to stake their claim on. In an area that has been dominated by chain restaurants, Cedar Park can now enjoy upscale dining close to home without having to brave the commute into restaurants that, until now, have been reserved for Austin. Co-owner Jason Schnurr’s concept is simple and airy: comfort food with a twist and an environment where parents can relax while their kids play. The drink menu in itself is impressive. There are over 15 cocktails, both classics and specialty drinks including “The Thump” made of watermelon vodka and fresh watermelon. The wine menu is lengthy, touting bottles, wines by the glass and specially made wine flights for tasting. None of this is surprising as Chef Alejandro Duran (most recently from Malagas tapas restaurant) is the sommelier and suggests wine pairings on the menu. The food offerings are upscale versions of classic meals. The waitress suggested two of her favorites: shrimp and grits or chicken fried steak. The menu offers everything from salads to sandwiches, rib-eye to grilled portabella mushroom. Live music can be heard on the outdoor stage Thursday through Saturday. The two playground areas allow kids to run around while their parents kick back and have a drink at the large community tables outside while listening to music. Fresh products, a solid menu, a known chef and a new concept for Cedar Park have already proved to make Reunion Grille a hit. The large trees surrounding the restaurant will make for a picturesque fall when the outdoor stage is sure to be surrounded with customers.
To Hit the Domain Swedish clothing store H&M will make its debut in Austin in fall 2012. Blending fashion forward pieces with everyday staples has made the company a darling for women, teens, children and men alike. As the second largest global clothing retailer, H&M has over 2,600 stores worldwide. Over the past year, the chain has finally opened stores in Texas, starting in Dallas and most recently opening in Houston. Austin finally gets a chance with the store opening at The Domain. It will go into the space previously occupied by Z Gallerie, as well as the office space directly above it. Lauren Krumlauf, Area Director of Marketing for The Domain said, “We know that H&M will be a significant complement to our retail mix because of the excitement and traffic they deliver.” In a town that includes a large population of trendy college students, H&M should be a harmonious fit as they provide fashion-forward clothing and accessories at a wallet-friendly price. “We constantly strive to tailor our tenant mix to our diverse market and know H&M will be a welcomed addition,” said Krumlauf. If the openings of the other Texas locations are any indication of the success of H&M in Austin, expect to find a store teeming with people who want to find their own mix of great style at a fair price.
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Bangers on Rainey Street Take a simple concept: beer, sausage and live music. Find a space that fits the vibe and has enough space. Hire the best possible people. It sounds easy. And owner Ben Siegel sure makes it look easy. But, with about a two hour wait for a table during the opening weekend, Bangers Sausage House & Beer Garden on Rainey Street can’t possibly have it that easy. Every day, Bangers serves up at least 30 kinds of sausage with 80% of it made in house. Pair it with one of the 104 craft beers on tap (ask any of the staff for a suggestion – Siegel has them beer certified) and grab a seat at one of the community tables either inside or outside near the stage. There you have it: well thought out food; cool location; good music. After moving from Austin to LA, he saw a beer and sausage garden open in downtown LA. He told himself that if that kind of place could open in the middle of a city full of people on a diet, it could sure as hell make it in Austin. So he quit his job and started living out his dream. He sticks with simple: great food, good beer, fun environment. I suggest you try it for yourself. Relax and enjoy yourself with people who work there and really want to be there. Siegel realized life was too short to not do something you love. And Bangers stands as proof that he has found that something.
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Rocket Electrics Cruising Our Way Through Texas Summertime
It was 100˚ outside, as per usual in this unforgiving city of ours, and I was riding a bicycle around Town Lake during the mid-afternoon pedestrian rush hour, cruising blithely ahead of panting, sweatstained passers-by. I brushed a cool appendage lightly against the bell of my bicycle, awaiting the “brrrring” in response from my biking cohort. I h a d n eve r ex p e r i e n ce d such a casually relaxing bike stroll. In the movies, bike ridingmeets-sightseeing is always so romanticized, but the brutal temperatures of Austin don’t allow for any of that—what a supposedly pleasurable bike ride brings to mind, to me, is perspiration and parchedness. Ro cket Ele c tri c s , A us tin’s premier electric bicycle sports shop, was my saving grace for an afternoon outing of lackadaisical fun without the burden of heat exhaustion and without having to sacrifice the things I love most about Austin—the city’s natural, outdoors beauty and accessibility. E-bikes, which I had been completely unfamiliar with prior to my excursion, are bicycles with electric motors. The bikes that Rocket Electrics uses, contrary to other shops and dealers, are exclusively “bred,” you could say, to be e-bikes. That is, the ergonomics, the economics, the structure and the efficiency of these vehicles are entirely cooperative and intentionally systematic. Other bikes, for example with on-bike motors added as an afterthought, can be bulkier and less efficient, not to mention slower and less chic! Some of the major benefits to electric biking as opposed to other motorized vehicles are that e-bikes can be taken anywhere a regular bicycle can be taken— but at a consistent speed that can reach up to 20 miles an hour for 20 or more miles! These otherwise off-limits locales include trails, parks, etcetera, which forbid other forms of motor vehicles. Also, e-bikes are easy to take home and charge. The batteries are removable and can be plugged into most wall outlets. “The quiet power of electric bikes means that a rider can accelerate out of a complete stop efficiently and move with the flow of traffic,” explains Rocket Electrics owner Nicole Zinn. ”Austin is a perfect place for electric bikes.” She continues, pointing out that “an electric bike is the best way to move through the city efficiently.” With festival roadway congestion, already
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accommodating bikeways, tedious but short-distanced commutes and expensive parking, this city has adapted conveniently and responsibly to facilitate and encourage the biking culture. The comfort cruisers, which are the rentable bicycles, have cushioned leather seats and wide-set handlebars. The Wall Street Journal online, in fact, took the proper liberty of referring to these Pedego brand cruisers as “The Couch on Wheels.” And the great thing about these “couches” is that all e-bikes operate as regular bicycles, providing the option to motorize the ride. Rocket Electrics is not only a daytime bike rental shop and store, but also an event headquarters, of sorts. Together, General Manager John Dawson and Zinn have a guiding function for their business: to keep more butts on bikes! So, Rocket Electrics has planned out several tours and services to keep people e-biking. Included in the fun are the Austin Foodie Tour, the Lady Bird Lake Tour and the Austin Live Music Capital of the World Tour, whose proceeds benefit the Health Alliance for Austin Musicians. Rocket Electrics is a vendor of biking supplies, equipment, safety gear and other supplementary goods and accoutrement, as well as e-bikes themselves. Cruise on over to the shop at 1608 East Riverside Drive to give e-bikes a whirl. Bring your entourage and pedal through the ins and outs of our beautiful city in the only manner that provides a cooling, carefree, interactive and wholly outdoors trek without the disability of our oh-so-beloved 100˚ heat. ALM
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bout one year ago, I started paying really close attention to trends I was seeing in travel. It became glaringly obvious to me that the Caribbean was the “it” travel destination. I was hearing about resorts in Puerto Rico, Jamaica and Turks & Caicos. But, the location that caught my eye was Four Seasons Nevis, tucked away on the glorious Caribbean coast of a quiet, tranquil island called Nevis (pronounced knee-vis) in the West Indies. St. Kitts is the neighboring island to Nevis, where you fly into and then you are ferried across. You might initially be intimidated when looking at flights from Austin to Nevis, as many of them will show you a 24-travel time. However, if you get up to Dallas, you can stay at a DFW hotel, fly out the next morning to Miami and then straight into St. Kitts. (TRAVEL TIP: Look at American Airlines flights and book a night at the Best Western Plus DFW Airport Suites, bestwesterndfwsuites.com. This small hotel sits right next to the airport entrance. They’ll let you keep your car onsite for the small fee of $10 for 5 days, then shuttle you to the airport and offer you complimentary breakfast.) We decided that the only trip more fun than us going on a couple’s retreat by ourselves, was to invite good friends to go with us and
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create a “double-date vacation”. Summer is actually low season in Nevis and winter is considered high season due to so many Americans escaping the cold weather to visit this tropical climate. I have to admit that one of the things I was most looking forward to experiencing was the boat ride from St. Kitts over to the Four Seasons Nevis pier (pictured above). This initial experience did not disappoint. We boarded the double-decker yacht, were offered unlimited cups of Rum Punch and were able to stand at the front of the vessel and ride the waves on the 35-minute journey that delivered us to the resort pier. The next experience is one that I believe really separates Four Seasons Nevis from the five-star resort pack. At the resort pier, each guest is personally met by a staff member who escorts you to your room. There’s no stopping by the front desk and waiting in a line. They appreciate that you’ve traveled a long way to get to these relaxing shores and want you to begin your vacation as soon as possible. They ask you to drop by the front desk at your convenience to leave a credit card for incidentals. While at the pier, we were also greeted by the resort’s general manager. “Four Seasons Resort Nevis blends casual island charm with a
refined style,” says Andrew Humphries, General Manager, Four Seasons Resort Nevis. “Guests will enjoy Nevis’ beautiful natural environment and the island’s rich history and culture. What remains the same year after year are the warm, friendly people that define Nevisian hospitality.” The lush landscaping of this tropical paradise is immediately settling. The grounds are immaculate and many rooms look out upon the dark blue Caribbean ocean bordered by the resort’s private beach. You have your choice of swimming in the cool Caribbean waters or choosing one of three resort pools (Reflection- adults only, Ocean and Garden Pools). If you choose to relax at the beach, you really must pamper yourself by reserving a Beach Cabana for the day. These cabanas offer shade, a mini fridge stocked with complimentary non-alcoholic beverages, a TV (although who wants to watch TV when you’ve got a view like that!), and a flag system to alert wait staff to your every need (such as ordering drinks and food). Renting a cabana might feel indulgent, but if you’ve traveled across the ocean to Nevis, you owe yourself a few gluttonous perks.
a fair bit of time reading and relaxing by the water. However, both couples also wanted to fully experience the resort’s activities, as well as get to know the island. My girlfriend and I spent a half-day at the Four Seasons spa, where we enjoyed the Island Hopper Massage, a Signature Manicure, and relaxed by the gorgeous outdoor hot tub DINING and icy plunge pool. Four Seasons Nevis boasts a wide range of dining options. My husband and his friend hit the Four Seasons golf course while Breakfast is served at Neve restaurant, found in the Great House we were at the spa. Even though I didn’t golf, I was able to see the (the main lobby), offering everything from omelettes to waffles to beautiful course and its panoramic views by taking a walk on the a steak & eggs selection. You will enjoy a lazy breakfast, sipping “challenging” walking path marked by the resort. (There are also coffee with a view. easy and moderate trails.) This 3.5 mile walking trail takes you For lunch, I suggest Cabana Restaurant, which is located between along the most mountainous parts of the golf course and boasts hills, two pools, has a sit-down bar and offers a full menu of appetizers, captivating views, bright flora and even jungle. It’s a great way to sandwiches and wraps. You are outdoors, near the beach and can walk off some of the amazing food while getting a scenic experience enjoy local seafood or a burger and accompany the meal with a local at the same time. beer, Carib. Because of the restaurant’s convenient location, you can One of my favorite ways to see an area when I travel is by renting pop in right off the beach and then return to the pool area, never bicycles and exploring. Thanks to my friend Kathryn Bertine, author having to leave your swimsuit! of “As Good As Gold”, who has been training for the Olympic trials The resort’s fine-dining restaurant is Mango. Situated in a yellow and has dual-citizenship in Nevis, we were treated to the local inside wooden structure, right on the shore of the Caribbean, the open-air scoop of what to see on the island. (TRAVEL TIP: Rent bikes from dining is divine. Hopefully, when you arrive for your reservation, Winston Crooke at Oualie Beach which will be delivered to the hotel your table won’t be ready and you have the chance to sit at the bar at the reasonable rate of $25 for 4 hours.) and talk to the friendly bartenders. We enjoyed chatting with them We enjoyed riding the hilly loop around the island, stopping at about local customs, currency and what they do for fun. local joints like the Yachtsman Grill, which lured us in with the Executive Chef Andreas Donnerbauer and his culinary team $1 Carib sign, the Nisbet Plantation Beach Club, which provided partner with Nevisian Farmer Mansa, a local agricultural legend cool Caribbean water to swim in, and we also stopped for photo who supplies the resort with organic ingredients for the newly opportunities along the way. (TRAVEL TIP: If you decide to ride the introduced "Farm to Fork" menu at Mango. The resort’s West pass that goes through Fountain, note that there’s a reason someone Indian waterfront restaurant is a popular favorite for guests and trains for Olympic cycling in this area! It’s incredibly mountainous.) locals alike. Mango serves up sensuous Caribbean specialties and cocktails for guests to enjoy while taking in sweeping ocean views ISLAND TREASURES on the restaurant’s open-air deck. Some of the most popular dishes We ventured offsite for dinner one evening to a restaurant that on the menu include papaya slaw, Cades Bay tomato and avocado was recommended, Bananas. Bananas is high up in the interior of salad, and Carib beer-battered flying fish. You’ll want to pair each the island, on a mountain, and surrounded by lush vegetation. This course with a nice wine (such as the Chilean Carmenere Cabernet) was an ideal location to get a feel for the local fare. The grounds and make sure you end with a scrumptious dessert like the creamy were incredibly jungle-like in a beautiful way and the service was crème brule or a tropical fruit sorbet. impeccable, thanks to our waiter, Shane. The other restaurant we enjoyed was a very short walk down the ACTIVITIES beach from the Four Seasons to a little Caribbean-inspired shack We arrived at Four Seasons Nevis knowing we wanted to spend called Sunshine’s. This little dive, which was recommended by many
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people, had delicious local seafood, $2 Caribs and the ambiance of a Bob Marley video. The portions are small but the character is large. (We met Sunshine as he visited our table and introduced himself.) A few other highlights of Four Seasons Nevis that we enjoyed on our double-date vacation: • • • •
We had fun dancing to a steel drummer on the outside bar patio, where I made my steel drum debut. Guest rooms are equipped with DVD players and you can check out complimentary DVDs from the gift shop. While you’re in the gift shop, purchase a locally-painted ornament for your holiday tree back home to remember your glorious vacation. Check-out snorkel gear (2 hours complimentary) and explore the ocean life along the resort coast.
Overall, Four Seasons Nevis now ranks #1 on my personal list of Top Travel Destinations. The courteous and friendly staff is there to make your visit truly unique and memorable. They make you feel like they appreciate your business and want you to return. That
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charming island feel resonates everywhere you go. You’ll notice that islanders give a honk in their cars to say “hello”. The vibe on the island is one of “liming” (local lingo for relaxing). As we ferried back across the deep blue Caribbean waters to head back home, my feeling was one of extreme thankfulness that I was able to experience such a beautiful destination as I savored the expansive views one last time. Marika Flatt has been a freelance travel writer since 2002, writing for publications such as: GoodHousekeeping.com, FamilyTravel.com, Austin Woman, Plate & Vine, and ChickVacations.com. Her travel writing has also appeared on NPR.org. She lives with her husband and 3 children (who love to travel) in Austin. Four Seasons Resort Nevis Pinney's Beach, Charlestown Nevis West Indies Tel: 1 (869) 469-1111 reservations.nev@fourseasons.com fourseasons.com/nevis nevisisland.com
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f you own and operate a landmark venue for escaping the breakneck pace of life within the city limits, it stands to reason that your escape should be that much more of a hidden paradise. If your view from home loses to the view you have at work, which is replete with an applause-worthy sunset nearly every day of the week, your home had better be spectacular. Luckily enough for Beau Theriot, his home more than delivers an oasis all its own. Tucked away in Dripping Springs, Theriot’s ranch is a respite that even The Oasis, his much-celebrated destination for sunsets and romance in Austin, can envy. The house and the ranch it sits upon bear some resemblance to Theriot’s Lake Austin overlook. Scenic vistas surround the home, washing the backdrop in the verdant
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green that makes the Hill Country so magical. White Austin stone accentuates the walls of the house, as well as the surrounding landscaping. The driveway has the same character as Mediterranean streets, albeit modernized ones; and palms litter the home front, even peeking out from a balcony. And all of it sings of The Oasis– until the dynamic is turned completely on its ear. There is water here in the Hill Country estate, but one could not gaze at its waves and undulations below from the balcony above. Instead, a rooftop pool provides an overlook for the rest of the spacious property. Sitting poolside benefits from the presence of a hammock that inspires one to immediately consider a purchase. The colors of sunset don’t arrive at a scheduled time here, awaiting
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applause. Instead, the rich orange hue and sea-foam green hints that would mark a picturesque sunset on the water are on permanent display as accents to the house itself. Corrugated metal walls add a still more modern spin to the villa concept, and the entry sports an antique door that whispers of adventures and stories that have passed under its arches. There is a lighter, livelier feeling to the interior than The Oasis can boast, if one can fathom such a thing. The entire space is open and inviting, awash in ample natural light from every angle, including a skylight that spans the length of the spacious main room. A frequent visitor to The Oasis and its neighboring retail establishments would no doubt recognize a number of decorative items that manage to
tastefully and daringly accentuate the home. Zebra prints add a flavor of wildness to the general mood conveyed by the space and the industrial accents indoors echo of the corrugated metal outdoors. Stone gives way to wood in the bedroom suite, however, adding warmth to the restful end of the house. Light still bounces from every angle in the daytime, but when night falls, the view of sky and stars takes over and casts a glow on every surface, which spills into the spacious and impressive bedroom. The sense one gets is that the room invites the night and its accompanying rest, by sheer design. And design, along with the natural beauty it incorporates in every facet of Theriot’s home, dominates this particular oasis, offering a brilliant escape. ALM
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he eyes have it. In a world in which “a pair of glasses” is becoming a thing of the past, with advancements in lasik surgery and contact lenses, some are choosing to stay in their frames and leave technology behind. Nostalgic fashionistas are showing their unique sense of self with eyeglasses, displaying a whirlwind of bold looks and timeless eras. Motto du jour: wear any look with sass and panache.
“People only see what they are prepared to see.” - Emerson Architect, Artist, Doctor, Director? Who should you be today? Aside from enhancing your fantasy life, glasses offer temporary membership to any profession by transforming the personality as well as the face. It is a simple accessory that can totally change your character. Have a big job interview? Studies consistently show that glasses give the perception of intelligence and trustworthiness. Have a favorite era? Certain frames have become emblematic of the icons who wore them in times past. By wearing these timeless pieces, you are instantly fused with images of champions in life. Never before has the pool been deeper, with shapes and colors that spark the imagination. If you’re looking to shine, forget the basics and step out of the box with multiple frames that offer you the freedom to transform yourself at your every whim. I consulted the experts at Austin Vision Associates to highlight some of the stronger styles, so let’s take a peek.
RETRO Inherit a style with design cues reinvented from fashions that define an era. Think cat eyes, windsor wraps and vintage silhouettes in ripe colorways. Reach for designs by Seraphin, Betsey Johnson and Pussy Galore.
GEEK CHIC Having an inner geek is now a celebrated outward appearance. Polished, thick frames paired with smooth contours resemble trendy sophistication. Reach for designs by Etnia Barcelona, Tom Ford and MODO.
BRIGHT EYED Vibrant pops of color are the flavor of fashion. Express yourself in solid colorways, transparent tones and hues that layer the inner frame. Reach for designs by Prodesign, Bevel and OGI.
GL AM Be camera-ready in vivacious designs that cater to trendsetters. Feminine shapes and plush jewels are all the hype. Reach for designs by Prada, Dolce & Gabbana and Versace. Amplify your world and set your sights on what stimulates and inspires. I can see clearly now... ALM
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The Greater Austin Walk Now for Autism Speaks is entering its eighth year and will be held on Saturday, September 22 at the Dell Diamond. Doors open at 9:00am and the walk is a 1.5 mile course through the adjacent Old Settler’s Park. Step-off is planned for 10:30am and everyone is invited to join in the festivities. Walkers and teams can register now at walknowforautismspeaks.org/austin. In 2005, Autism Speaks was founded by grandparents, Bob and Suzanne Wright, after their grandson Christian WALK NOW FOR was diagnosed with the condition. The couple AUTISM SPEAKS faced confusion, contradiction and a divided autism September 22 community when they sought answers; and they decided Dell Diamond to try to unite the forces under a single, unified voice, thus forming Autism Speaks. Autism Speaks is the world’s largest science and advocacy organization for the condition, which currently impacts one in every 88 children born in the US. The prevalence statistics, released by the CDC in 2012, represent a 1000% increase in the past 40 years. Autism is now a public health crisis that demands immediate attention. Autism Speaks has made it their goal to change the future of everyone who is struggling with an autism spectrum disorder, including improving the lives of those who help care for them. Autism is marked by impaired social behavior, communication challenges and repetitive movements or intense patterns of interest. Because it is a spectrum condition, people with autism can be lightly or profoundly impacted. Whereas some individuals may be unable to speak, others will have mild to extreme behavior challenges and still
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others will struggle with a myriad of co-morbid medical conditions. Whatever the severity of diagnosis, families dealing autism face immense stress socially and financially. Despite autism’s prevalence, autism suffers greatly from a critical imbalance when it comes to funding availability:
• Leukemia: Affects 1 in 1,200 / Funding: $277 million • Muscular Dystrophy: Affects 1 in 100,000 / Funding: $162 million • Pediatric AIDS: Affects 1 in 300 / Funding: $394 million • Juvenile Diabetes: Affects 1 in 500 / Funding: $156 million • Autism: Affects 1 in 88 / Funding: $79 million
To date, Autism Speaks has funded $173 million in scientific research and granted $3.9 million to communities. The planning committee hopes to clear the ambitious milliondollar mark in combined funds raised by the Greater Austin community. Their hope is to have accomplished this significant fear upon the completion of this year’s Greater Austin Walk Now for Autism Speaks event. This year’s poster child for the national Autism Speaks movement is an Austin-area kindergartener named Max who attends Rutledge Elementary School in Leander ISD. He has, through the efforts of many, been fully integrated into his peer group and benefits from the aid that the Austin autism community can provide, rather than hindered by apathy or a lack of community awareness. His plight and the plight of many others like Max can only benefit from an active participation in events like the Greater Austin Walk Now for Autism Speaks. Make plans to be a part of this event on September 22.
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ART OF GIVING GALA CHAIR DICK LEPANEN
Art of Giving Gala AMERICAN DIABETES ASSOCIATION
“The aim of art is to represent not the outward appearance of things, but their inward significance.” - Aristotle I used to live in New York City. One thing I really miss is being able to visit the museums and immerse myself in the art and culture. I could get lost walking around the Metropolitan Museum of Art. Aristotle’s observation reminds me of those brush strokes that could bring a tear to the eye. It is not what you see on the surface, but the details that allow art to move the human spirit. In September, the American Diabetes Association is bringing the passion and feeling of the Met, MOMA and the Guggenheim to Austin! Ball gowns and black ties will make this much-anticipated event both sophisticated and classy. Featuring a silent and live auction with items such as UT-autographed memorabilia, yoga packages and California getaways, this event has something for art lovers, sport enthusiasts and travel buffs alike. Guests will be treated to a delicious meal, cocktails and dancing. Because Austin is the Live Music Capital of the World, the event will feature a live band, which will bring a different aspect of art to life. I am very excited to announce that the popular Dysfunkshun Junkshun will be playing after dinner, to round out the event with a night of dancing and fun. Besides capturing the spirit of art and culture, this event is an effort to raise money for a good cause. Mercy Feris, from the Central
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Texas American Diabetes Association says, “In my personal opinion, this (Aristotle) quote is perfect for the Austin culture as we pride ourselves on what we do for others ‘just because.’ The American Diabetes Association has a mission to prevent and cure diabetes and to improve the lives of all people affected by diabetes. In Texas, 1.8 million adults have been diagnosed.” The American Diabetes Association is leading the fight against diabetes and its deadly consequences. To fulfill its mission, the organization: • Funds and advocates for scientific research to prevent, cure and manage diabetes • Publishes scientific findings • Fights for the rights of people with diabetes ART OF GIVING GALA • Provides information and services to September 22 people with diabetes, their families, health Hilton Downtown Austin professionals and the public. diabetes.org/artofgiving Once diagnosed with diabetes, the risk for heart disease doubles. Diabetes is the leading cause of new cases of blindness among adults aged 20 to 74 years. By attending the Art of Giving Gala. you join the Central Texas chapter of the American Diabetes Association in its commitment to Stop Diabetes! The event is Saturday, September 22, at 6 p.m. at the Hilton in downtown Austin. Tickets can be purchased at diabetes.org/artofgiving. For more information about the event, follow the association on Twitter @diabetesAustin or on Facebook. Join the millions in the fight to stop diabetes at stopdiabetes.com.
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A Christmas Affair
Sponsorships are also available which include an invitation to a Red Carpet VIP Champagne Reception and early auction bidding around the main tree! Thursday, November 15, will begin with a fabulous The Junior League of Austin presents A Christmas Affair. Don’t brunch, "Bistro Noel," that includes three hours of private shopping miss out on your opportunity to be a part of this community from 9:00am to 12:00pm. Tickets for this event are $60 per guest. fundraising tradition. The market opens to the public on Thursday, November 15, at It's almost that time of year again. The 2012 A Christmas Affair - 12:00pm Guests will experience an amazing selection of merchant The Twelve Days of Christmas, will be held November 15-18 at Palmer booths that provide a one-stop-shop for all of your holiday needs. Events Center. This marks the 37th year of A Christmas Affair, which Market hours are Thursday, November 15, from 12:00pm to 9:00pm; has been a vital part of fundraising for the Austin community since Friday, November 16, from 10:00am to 9:00pm; Saturday, November its inception. The money raised through A Christmas Affair has 17, from 10:00am to 7:00pm; and Sunday, November 18, from 11:00am enabled The Junior League of Austin to invest millions of dollars to 5:00pm. Tickets for Market Days are $15 per guest, which includes back into our community. In addition to funds, each year, members a shuttle ride to and from ample parking at Barton Creek Mall. of The Junior League of Austin donate more than 100,000 volunteer Other events include, our traditional Girls' Night Out Party, hours to the community through projects at community nonprofit "All Ladies Dancing," on Thursday, November 15, from 6:30pm to agencies. 10:00pm. Guests will enjoy shopping, a silent auction, appetizer A CHRISTMAS AFFAIR The goal of this year’s "The Twelve Days of buffet, cash bar and music to dance the night away! Tickets are November 15—18 Christmas" is to highlight the community and $50 per guest. Palmer Events Center tell the story of the year-round impact of this In addition, each year, A Christmas Affair hosts several fun jlaustin.org annual event. The true value of this wonderful morning events focused on children. This year we offer three four-day holiday market in November is the exceptional opportunity opportunities for a traditional Breakfast with Santa: Friday, to raise awareness and funds for our neighbors in the Austin November 16, and Saturday, November 17, from 9:00am to 10:30am, community. This year's theme inspires us to reflect on how "The and Sunday, November 18, from 10:00am to 11:30am. Tickets are Twelve Days of Christmas" impact our community by sustaining 12 $25 per guest and are required for kids of all ages. Don't miss your months of service by The Junior League of Austin through programs opportunity to participate in this wonderful community fundraising such as Coats for Kids and FIT (Food In Tummies), along with other event! Tickets for all of these events will go on sale early this fall. selected community projects for 2012-2013. The 2012 A Christmas Affair opens at 7:30pm, Wednesday, Save the dates for A Christmas Affair 2012: November 14, with a black-tie gala, "On the First Night of A Preview Party - Wednesday, November 14, 2012 Christmas Affair." Guests will enjoy private shopping, silent auction, Market Days - November 15—18, 2012 delicious food and open bar. Tickets for this event are $150 per guest.
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THE TWELVE DAYS OF CHRISTMAS
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My Heroes Have Always Been Cowboys…Until Now
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espite what dominates summer cinema with its comic book inspirations and special effects laden scenes, Hollywood is quite an odd place to find a genuine hero. Instead, it is far more likely that one will discover quite the opposite, what with the antics of most movie stars proving themselves the exact opposite of the admirable characters they play in scripted roles. So, how exactly does a hero emerge, be they a fiction or a reality, from such an unscrupulous and conniving a place as Wisteria Lane? The answer is that Desperate Housewives, for all its venom and vitriol, hid a picture of heroism among its cast. She is 37 years old, proudly hails from Corpus Christi, Texas, and stands slightly over five feet tall. But, considering her heart, her character and her ambitions, the shadow the woman casts stretches from her roots along the Texas coast to the City of Angels on the West Coast, and from present day to far into the distant future. Make no mistake; Eva Longoria is a hero with a legend and legacy worthy of Texas. Her face, at an instant, commands attention. For as much as she has been featured on magazine covers (and now, proudly, on Austin Lifestyle Magazine’s own), it is difficult to find someone who doesn’t recognize her. She has been voted as one of the world’s most beautiful women by no less than three publications over multiple years, and the recognition is undoubtedly warranted. With her looks and charm, she helped glue America to a television and make Sunday nights a guilty pleasure for millions of viewers. But, with Desperate Housewives coming to a close in May of this year, one might wonder what Eva has been doing to keep busy and why
we’re unabashed in proclaiming her heroism. To begin, since her turn as Gabrielle Solis ended, she has not stepped out of Hollywood’s spotlight. “I have a couple movies coming up,” Longoria states from Los Angeles, where shooting schedules and a few other pursuits have kept her rooted for a while. “I’m filming a new movie in November with Sarah Jessica Parker and a big ensemble, called Married And Cheating. And I have The Truth coming out with Andy Garcia and Forrest Whittaker–it’s a political thriller that’s going to be out in the fall,” she continues. And, if those projects aren’t enough to grant one the title of ‘busy,’ she remembers another small enterprise of hers. “I’m also producing a show called Ready For Love for NBC. It’s a dating show and it is going to blow any other relationship show out of the water, it’s so good.” In the event that one were tempted to believe her involvement as an executive producer was minimal, she goes on to describe the show, exuberantly and in some detail. “We have a guy from Dallas, a guy from California and a guy from Miami looking for love and we’re using matchmakers to pair them up,” she says. “It’s just a new and innovative way of pairing them up, using the Internet and matchmakers. This is how people are dating today, so we wanted to reflect that in a dating show.” So, like any good hero, Eva is busy juggling demands on her time, operating in multiple venues and multi-tasking in her highly visible career. These pursuits, however conspicuous and enviable to the watching public, are only the tip of her endeavors. Longoria is currently pursuing a Master’s degree at Cal State, adding yet another iron to the fire and another demanding activity to an already crowded schedule. “I’m obsessed with academia and I’m obsessed with education,” Eva admits. “Everybody always asks what word describes me best and I
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Not one to render aid from afar, Longoria leads Eva's Heroes by example, investing time in the afterschool program.
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always say curious. I’m just so curious about the world and curious about the global community we live in. When you’re curious, you tend to be thirsty for knowledge, constantly.” Her passion for knowledge is only paled by the motivation behind the pursuit. A graduate of Texas A&M University-Kingsville, Longoria not only wants to continue to learn, but hopes her pursuits will serve as a beacon to guide others toward a similar path. “I always think you have to live by example, and you have to do model behavior for people to want to imitate. I started to get my Master’s when I was doing Desperate Housewives, so people can say, ‘If she can do it, doing Desperate Housewives and filming and everything else,–and I got it done, then you can get it done.’” True to heroic form, Eva is peering still farther into the future, well beyond serving as an example through her personal goals in education. Longoria is cementing a legacy by championing women’s access to the same education she has sought and ensuring that those resources will
be accessible to those who are unaware of their potential to seek higher education. Her foundation, yet another of her active projects, is born of a singular calling. “I would hope that my work in the Latino community and the Hispanic community would inspire future generations to pursue higher education,” she declares. “That’s really what the Eva Longoria Foundation is about. That’s a legacy I would like to leave behind for a long time—the informational resources and programs that give access to higher education for Hispanics all throughout the country.” These aren’t words and actions that ring typical of the Hollywood elite and they aren’t necessarily well known or expected, which is a testament to Longoria’s humility. But, as her influence has grown, she has taken on still more missions related to her heritage and her own experiences. The humble hero has even set up a network of heroes, aimed at addressing another community oversight, this time one that hits even closer to home for the star. Longoria explains, “Eva’s Heroes is the first charity I co-founded
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Mixing the perfect cocktail of fun and philanthropy, Eva hosts an annual Celebrity Casino Night that draws the likes of amateurs and pros alike, all for a good cause. This year's event is October 6, so get your tickets now.
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with Christiane Perkins, who was a special ed teacher. We found a need for an afterschool program in San Antonio for the special needs community. My sister is special needs and so I grew up in that community in Corpus, where she always had activities. She always had opportunities to stimulate her mind outside of school and we were really grateful for all of those programs that were available. When I moved to San Antonio, I noticed there was a lack of them. Our program, Eva’s Heroes, drives afterschool programs, summer programs and monthly activities, like dances and bowling and dance clinics and a Spurs game and a Silver Stars game. We just try to keep the young adults stimulated and involved in the community.” Add to this her position as a co-chair of the President of the United States’ campaign and you have a recipe for more than a busy woman, much more than a magazine cover girl and infinitely more than her roles or her time in the spotlight would ever suggest. Instead, what one is left with is the picture of what a true hero looks like. She is selfless with her time and her influence. She seeks to right wrongs, regardless of their
origins. And all of this while being indescribably humble, speaking with immeasurable pride in the causes she champions and the people she partners with. Her travels take her far away from home to accomplish the aforementioned goals, much like the prototypical heroes from comics and legend. Even still, Longoria never forgets her roots or is far from them. She makes it back to Texas on a regular basis and when she does, her objectives are far simpler than heroism. While she’s away, she misses one major characteristic of home, as she explains, “Tex-Mex food. I miss Mexican food in Texas. It’s definitely regional and cannot be replicated, ever. There are Tex-Mex restaurants in LA that have opened up that could not sustain. I’m a ninth generation Texan and Mexican-American and it’s so reminiscent of my culture and how I grew up.” “I always go Mi Tierra, every time I’m in San Antonio, I go straight there from the airport–there and Whataburger,” the hero in mortal clothing confesses. “Everybody does In-N-Out over here and I don’t like it,” she continues. It seems all heroes have their kryptonite. ALM
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Every major Texas city has one: Houston with 610,
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Things to Do Outside of Central Austin BY A M B E R G R O C E
North Though it has, on occasion, been referred to as “South Dallas,” the area north of 183 has been growing in leaps and bounds, including the rapid rise of the Domain’s popularity. But, despite the moniker, this area has retained a distinctly Austin-centric energy. To keep your Austintegrity while venturing northward, try these hotspots: A. Round Rock Express Now home of the Texas Rangers’ Triple A team, the Round Rock Express offers Austinites great seats to watch America’s favorite pastime. Looking for a pre-game ritual? Grab a bite from Salt Lick - right next door to the stadium! B. Cru Wine Bar Skip the 35 and Mopac traffic and hop over to Cru - A Wine Bar in the Domain. With the same flight tasting and bottle options as the downtown location, it’s a great pre-dinner or post-shopping spot. C. Cedar Park Center Whether you’re looking for a hockey game or country concert, Cedar Park Center is the main performing arts center in north Austin.
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East The perception that the hipsters have conquered the land to the east of I-35 may have some validity, but the skinny jean set have no monopoly on the amazing offerings that litter what can only be called a revival. Certainly, there are many libations to be had along East Sixth and its neighboring drives and some of the trends and destinations may have become increasingly familiar; but there is still much to love, both old and new about this amalgam of cultures: D. Zhi Tea Goodbye coffee at Starbucks and hello oolong tea. Swing by Zhi Tea on Bolm Road and gain some wisdom (Zhi). Jeffrey (Doctor Oolong) and Candice (Priestess of Tea) pride themselves in making small hand-crafted batches of tea that is 100% organic and Fair Trade. Have a cup at the shop or take some home to enjoy. E. Justine’s Known for the amazing food (the soup is a must have), Justine’s is also home for live music and events. These unique gatherings include frequent visits by national artist, Rocco DeLuca, along with Austin Film Society sponsored screenings and the more than occasional party that defines “legendary.” Recently, their “Paris is Burning” soiree generated photos and tales that rival the best that Studio 54 ever bore. F. in.gredients Forget plastic bags. This “bring your own container” grocery store is a new addition to the east side (opened August 4). Their current challenge board includes patrons’ suggestions including emailing receipts, reducing packaging of kids’ cereals and a bottle deposit system for dairy to reduce packaging.
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West The Hill Country calls to almost every Austinite. But, get too far west and the civilized and quirky personality that grants pride to all Austin residents gives way to desolate roads and fewer attractions. But, there on the borderlands, there is fusion of a different sort, blending the independent sensibilities that define our city with the taste for finer things that marks Westlake, Lakeway and the rest of the western front. For a western swing, try the following: G. Mizú Despite the presence of nearby lakes–those which the grueling summer has not yet claimed–Austin is very much a landlocked city. There isn’t a coastline or a river passage from the Gulf to our city limits, and yet Mizu, a beautifully apportioned restaurant with a breathtaking patio, has seen fit to offer the finest the ocean has to offer. They serve sushi that has almost no business being as fresh and delicious as it is, so far from its point of origin. Furthermore, the quality is only bested by the value of the menu. Call it a hidden diamond, we’d keep this gem to ourselves, but it would be a disservice to our audience. H. One World Theatre Once you make it down the winding Bee Caves Road (think past Mopac and 360) and up the hill, this gorgeous venue overlooks the Barton Creek Hill Country and the vast rolling hills to the southwest. Make this a backdrop for a music venue that plays host to some of the world’s finest musicians, devoid of Austin’s typical run-up-against-the-noise-ordinance clamor. Instead, One World hosts more soothing and pensive artists and places them in an environment that showcases all they have to offer. I. Hudson’s on the Bend Hudson’s on the Bend is one of Austin’s classic staples, even though its RR 620 location is considerably out of the heart of Austin. There are few places in the area that offer game in such an exquisite presentation, and it stands as a landmark to Austin’s appreciation for genuine fine dining, without losing that Austin humility.
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HEIRLOOM SALAD AT CAFE MALTA
South Oh, you crazy Southerners, replete with your artistic sensibilities and oddball antics. What would Austin be without you? The South is rising again, it must be said, with many established Austin businesses opening branches near or below 71. Alamo Drafthouse-Slaughter Lane has helped to usher in a southern migration pattern that shows no sign of slowing as the city keeps growing. While below the border that is 71, be sure to visit: J. Live Oak Market South Austin is hiding an impossibly nostalgic secret, right along Manchaca and 71. Step into what looks like a normal convenience store and you will find that the proprietors have gone to all lengths of inconvenience to provide the most unique drinks and snacks to any patrons. Craving a peanut butter and jelly soda? They’ve got it. Want a snack that could never be found in a Texaco or Valero? Try local popcorns from Reel Popcorn. They make sure that their selection is anything but boring and you will do nothing but benefit from it. K. Cafe Malta When you hear, “southern Mediterranean,” it likely sparks thoughts of Casablanca, Tunisia and cobalt blue beaches, rife with seafood on offer. Although Cafe Malta cannot instantly transport you to that cerulean coast, their menu, far more extensive than any restaurant south of 71 has any right to serve. Combining the seafood/olive/pita dishes that mark the Mediterranean, Cafe Malta makes the coast as accessible as a trip down Mopac. The Panzotti alone are worth the adventure. L. Galaxy Cafe You don’t have to drive to Clarksville or the Triangle to fix your Galaxy craving. Located on Brodie & Slaughter, Galaxy Cafe’s south location offers the same menu as the central locations, including brunch! Dive into your favorite burger and fries (we opt for sweet potatoes, if you must know), and know that your food is just as natural and granola-chic as any of their other locations.
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A DIFFERENT SHADE OF ORANGE A New Wave of LONGHORN Fashion
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selection of some of the more popular pieces so people can find a fit that works best for them. Fall will also allow Longhorn Fashions to spread into some men’s apparel that goes beyond a typical t-shirt. She is looking into items that have Bevo or the Texas logo somewhere, but allow men to show some of their own fashion sense while out supporting their team. She sticks with ideals that are important in Austin: using a high percentage of local designers and items made in the U.S. Tessie says there is no age limit to being a Longhorn fan—or shopping at Longhorn Fashions. Gay “Sugar” Isber of The Sugar Factory (gayisber.com) brings a different perspective to fashion for the Longhorn fans. A jewelry designer and self-proclaimed lover of beautiful things, The Sugar Factory is filled with handmade jewelry of all shapes, styles, colors and sizes. Her newest foray, however, touches a bit closer to Austin, a place she’s called home for the past year and a half. She shows me a large tray, jampacked with Longhorn inspired jewelry. Large cuffs emblazoned with burnt orange beads and crystals; a long gold chain with an actual horn dangling from the end, surrounded by orange beads; a necklace of large gold rings with orange crystals in a multitude of shapes and shades cascading down the front. Some pieces are large and demand attention while others show a bit more subtlety, easily adding fan color and flair to an outfit. Having partnered with Swarovski crystals as well as various gem distributors, Sugar takes great materials to develop one-of-a-kind jewelry at a fair price. Although she’s been featured in magazines such as Vogue and Harper’s Bazaar as well as recent spots in Italian Vogue, F Magazine, Editorial and Society Diaries, Sugar continues to stay down to earth and in tune with what the public is seeking out. Her father, along with several other family members, is an alumnus of UT. She sees the passion Longhorn students and fans have for their team, which led her to create the pieces in her newest collection. No matter your style, Sugar’s desire to produce beautiful, sparkling pieces gives Austinites the chance to dress up their game day outfit any way they choose. Whether a simple, coppery aluminum bracelet or a bold necklace that drapes across the entire chest, any Longhorn fan can dress up their outfit with Longhorn inspired jewelry from The Sugar Factory. Austin is a melting pot of all kinds of people with all sorts of style. While some groups will always wear their beloved burnt orange and white t-shirt, the fashion forward Longhorn fans want to show their own panache, to make a statement. ALM
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Granger Smith The New Face of Texas Country
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rowing up, we all have big dreams for our future. We see ourselves as rock stars, astronauts, actors and presidents. But, for many, those dreams turn into childhood fantasies and we make way for the more practical careers that we have today. Unless your name is Granger Smith. Raised in Dallas, Texas, Granger grew up in a non-musical family, but had visions of being the cool kid playing the guitar as he sat around a campfire with friends. So at age 14, Granger set out to teach himself how to play using a book and an old guitar that he found gathering dust in his parents' closet. E i g h t e e n y e a r s l a t e r, Granger has become one of the most talked about Texas musicians in the country music scene. Granger has quickly sung his way into the spotlight, much like his country music idol, George Strait. A fan of Strait’s music, Granger attended his first George Strait concert at Texas Stadium in 1995. Blown away by the atmosphere and energy that exuded from the stage, Granger fell in love and the rest was history. “I just couldn’t believe that people were traveling around in buses and playing music for a living,” he said. “I just knew I had to do it.” And do it, he did—playing his way through College Station while attending Texas A&M Universit y, and eventually making it all the way to Nashville at the age of 19. After several years spent in Nashville, working alongside some of the best producers in country music, Granger returned to the Lone Star State, determined to make it big as a Texas musician. He set up a recording studio in his home, and uses that as a safe haven to record all his music. While Granger has been a fan of country music all his life, he doesn’t use today’s radio hits as a basis for his songs. For Granger, music is not about what will land him at the top of the country charts, but about what sounds best to him. “Country music is really all over the place right now,” Granger said. “No one really knows what direction it’s going in, so I try to build the sound that works best for me. If it’s not making an impact right now, hopefully it will soon.”
Although a talented singer and songwriter, Granger doesn’t credit his success to talent. Rather, he says his success has come from staying in the game for so long and continuing to pursue a dream. “A lot of guys that were way more talented than me–singers, songwriters, and guitar players–have quit music simply because life got to them,” Granger said. But rather than let his life experiences get to him, he uses each one as inspiration. Most notably were Granger’s three trips to Iraq in 2007, 2008 and 2009 to play for the US troops stationed there. These trips, originally meant to bring a taste of home to the troops overseas, quickly turned into so much more for Granger. He said that seeing how each song impacted the soldiers was a huge turning point for his music, and he now pays careful attention to how each of his lyrics will connect with someone. W i t h h i s S o ut h e r n upbr i n g i n g , u nend i n g a mounts of ta lent a nd dedication to philanthropy, all topped with a face that would make any country girl swoon, it seems that we’ve found the perfect g uy in Gra nger Smit h. But if you’re looking for something a little more downhome, fear not. Much like Garth Brooks’ stint as Chris Gaines back in the late 90s, Granger Smith seems to be leading a double life, finding success both as himself, and as Earl Dibbles, Jr., his Southern bumpkin alter-ego. What began as a joke between Granger and his two younger brothers has since turned into a hit with Granger’s fans, who now demand that he play an Earl Dibbles, Jr. song at the end of every show. Granger says that Earl Dibbles, Jr. is a character born to represent the funnier side of himself, not to poke fun at anyone else. “We’re not trying to stab modern country music or rednecks [with the Earl Dibbles, Jr. song or persona]. It’s just not that deep of an issue. If anything, I’m making fun of myself and having a good time,” he says. Despite what happens with his alter ego, it seems that Granger is in the country music scene for the long haul. Have we found the next big country star in Granger Smith? Time will only tell, but we sure did find a talented Texas-born musician who loves what he does, and is ready for the world to know. ALM
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Local in source. Texan in spirit. Jack Allen’s Kitchen expands its cuisine’s reach with a mouth-wateringly anticipated north location.
BY E M I LY R A E P E L L E R I N P H OTO S BY R E B E CC A F O N D R E N
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orry, hosts, but your mellifluous greetings will be forever
conceived, Hill Country inspired menu of JAK. Flavors, textures
outshined by the modest yet assertively savory introduction
and presentation all inspire salient forums for consideration
to a handmade duet of pimiento cheese and cracker squares at
when creating such intrinsically artistic edibles.
the table of every Jack Allen’s Kitchen diner. This is only the first
The BLT Sliders, for instance, are constructed of grilled mini-
step in the enticing epicurean endeavor of Jack Allen’s, which
slabs of Texas pork belly on sweet bolillo buns, accompanied by
will be opening its second Austin area location this September.
Texan-fried green tomato slices. The pork is tender and heartily
As the first appetizer on the menu, Jack Allen’s pimiento
portioned, contrasting with the crunch of the generously
cheese has a subheading rationalizing the order of more with,
breaded, thick-cut, crispy tomatoes. Micro greens complete
“In case you didn’t get enough.” Well, JAK, no—we didn’t get
the scrumptious little sandwiches, which share a well-adorned
enough. So graciously, though ravenously, we denizens of
plate with a colorful house made coleslaw.
Austin will wholeheartedly and whole-hungrily welcome the
It is not only the edibles, however, that have attracted
debut location of a Round Rock Jack Allen’s Kitchen at 2500
Austinites to Jack Allen’s Kitchen—it’s also the credos behind
Hoppe Trail.
the establishment and the rootedness of those credos that
The menu at Jack Allen’s (yes, there is more to it than that
translates naturally to the customer experience. “What we did
forever-awesome prequel to the novella of menu items) is
in Oak Hill,” Gilmore speaks of his south JAK location, “[is]
highly influenced by Texas as a food source, as a culture and
we embraced the community and the community embraced
as a tradition. “We use a lot of Texan technique,” says JAK chef
us.” As for the new Round Rock location, “We want to be great
and owner Jack Gilmore of the cooking styles in his kitchens. He
community citizens there.”
lists grilling, searing, braising, curing and rubbing as some of the
Not only is the restaurant slated to bring the ultimate
restaurant’s modus operandi preparation methods. The kitchen
culinary experience to North Austin patrons, but also the
tends to strive toward an oxymoronic culinary sensation, of
accompanying environment. Down south, JAK is a high-
sorts—“simple but complicated,” Gilmore says. Many menu
ceilinged but comfortably homey feeling indoors-and-outdoors
items at JAK are created to stay true and honorable to their
establishment. The bustling, attentive wait staff has that
fresh ingredients but establish a further palate appreciation,
ever-so Austin casualness while maintaining a moderately
a further flavor and preparatory intricacy than what people
upscale demeanor—in presentation of food and in thorough
would normally indulge in.
consideration of each and every diner, whether they be families
Part of the indulgence factor, we will call it, of Jack Allen’s
with young children, sports bar goers, date-night couples or
Kitchen is the freshness of its ingredients. With near-quotidian
lounging foodies. As for the Round Rock location, though the
frequency, Gilmore visits farmers markets in and around Austin,
building will differ in structural appearance, the innate Jack
citing Ringger Farms of Bastrop County, Fredericksburg’s Fikes
Allen’s feel will be dutifully upheld. “As soon as you walk in,”
Family Farms, San Saba pecans, Texas Olive Ranch, Oak Hill
says Gilmore, “you’re going to know you’re in a Jack Allen’s
Farms, Garza Gardens herbs and Pedernales Valley Farms as
Kitchen.”
a few of the myriad local venues from which he acquires his
When speaking with Jack Gilmore, who is not only the
ingredients. Even much of his alcohol is sourced locally, the
chef and owner, but also the mastermind behind all of Jack
bar shelves being loaded with the likes of Republic Tequila,
Allen’s and its culinary and socially atmospheric expertise,
Paula’s Orange Tequila, Austin’s Independence Brewing
the hospitality that radiates unexpectedly from such a burly
Co. beers, wines from Lubbock’s McPherson Vineyards and
figure is completely disarming. Nearly as comforting is the
Brennan Winery, Balcones spirits and Dripping Springs
fluidity and confidence in his subject matter. He speaks of his
and Deep Eddy Sweet Tea Vodkas. “It seems like the Hill
kitchens, his ingredients and their sources, his restaurants
Country itself has its own little twist on the culinary scene,”
as businesses and of his customers as family and friends, all
Gilmore says of the Hill Country’s contributions to his recipes.
with the confident consideration and diligent know-how of the
There is an understanding he possesses, having grown up in
restaurateur he has become. He is the patriarchal force behind
Southernmost Texas, of the potential to combine the cooking
Jack Allen’s Kitchen, and will continue to extend the family feel
ideas of more abstract or distant cultures with local sensibility.
to his clientele, northbound and beyond! ALM
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A* TA S T E | S AVO R
263 Restaurant and Provisions BY S A M A N T H A PA R M A N A B L ACK S ILH O U E T T E S T E N CIL O F JACK KE RO UAC ’ S FACE H OV ERS O N THE WHITE B RI CK WA LL A BOV E THE WINE D IS PL AY.
Next to his eyes reside the opening lines to On the Road: “The only people for me are the mad ones, the ones who are mad to live, mad to talk, mad to be saved.” Glass growlers bearing Charles Bukowski’s swaggering profile happily chugging a beer are on display for purchase to be filled with delicious potables. Traces of these and other Beat poets and writers are artfully branded throughout 263 Restaurant and Provisions, the concept of residential neighbor Dennis Liddy. When Liddy was in his twenties, a close friend gave him his first copy of the seminal Beat text On the Road, by Jack Kerouac, and it struck a definitive note with him. Liddy kept digging around for more inspiring texts and found Charles Bukowski along the way, whose works would continue his studies. These writers have been his heroes, and Dennis Liddy has adopted their personal mantras as his own. Those that are not native Austinites (myself included…) may not be aware of the history behind the 263 prefix (as in 512 263-XXXX) and the reputation that the area attached to this code garnered over the years. If you lived west of Capital of Texas Highway you were
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a 263, east you were a 327. Little details like this have monumental importance in differentiating subcultures in a numbers-obsessed town. “Back in the day, if you were a 263, you were considered to be in the boonies, with the riff raff and the trailer trash. No one wanted to be a 263,” said Sarah Hannon, general manager of 263 Provisions and a sixth generation Austinite. “I have lived on the east side and pretty much all over Austin. But this is definitely my favorite area to be—Cuernavaca Street,” admits Liddy. In this current age, the area that was once known as the 263 is nowhere near being considered the boonies or riff raff. Time loves to play tricks in this town. Beautiful robust houses set atop well landscaped hilly lawns that snake through the catacomb of the Austin Lake Estates neighborhood with Liddy’s quaint establishment staking its claim in the middle of the horseshoe-shaped community. This is an area where one does not lock their front door and golf carts are driven to visit your neighbor. A rare small town vibe in the heart of the bustling city of Austin reigns strong with these locals, reminiscent of an Austin once past. It was no surprise that Liddy decided to use the 263 prefix in naming his store. Embracing the dishonorable reputation and “owning it” as Liddy likes to say. One can’t help but think there’s
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something very Beat about it. “We have become more grown up. There is something to be proud of here,” Hannon gleefully exclaims about her home. “Our schools are better. People want to live here. This is the place to be now.” The clandestine location of the 263 as a local watering hole and marketplace is quite popular considering the closest grocery store is within a 15 mile radius. Much better than being stuck with a Valero, which was previously the usual quick stop for everyone in the area. The market’s shelves are stocked full with the locals in mind with many Austin and Texas native products. Eggs come from chickens living on the property as well as fruits and vegetables from their own gardens. Growlers are for sale and can be filled with a variety of draft beers, or with kombucha from Buddha’s Brew. Despite the 263’s humble establishment and laid-back charm, Dennis Liddy is no stranger to the business of food. Having never attended culinary school, Liddy seems to have done all right for himself. “I went to Over the Stove University,” Liddy reflects. Not to toot his own horn too loudly, but his background includes working with Robbie Day at the San Francisco St. Bar & Grill in New Mexico, Austin’s own West Lynn Café in the early 1990s and The Bitter End thereafter, Granite Café, and the well-known Escalera Café in Santa Fe.
“I may not have a piece of paper from the CIA. It does not matter to me, but the natural knack and passion for food and flavor is something that cannot be taught.” And regulars will agree with Liddy that he has this natural gift. Before opening the 263, Liddy owned a landscaping and construction company and would drive by the future home of his marketplace, wondering if something could be done with the location. Then in May of 2012 he opened the store and did quite well. Later in June, the restaurant came to fruition and his new area for congregating the neighbors. Swarms gather at the restaurant on nights and weekends for dinner and live music on 263 RESTAURANT its dog-friendly patio, or pop in for sandwiches and AND PROVISIONS breakfast tacos to get through their days. 1705 Cuernavaca Drive This may not be the only project Liddy and (512) 263-7330 Hannon have in store for their community. They the263.com are currently teaming up to reopen Liddy’s landscaping company, and the restaurant in the near future will expand their hours to be open for lunch as well. The road is wide open for these two. In the words of Kerouac, which are printed at the top of every receipt at the 263, “Something good will come of all things yet.” ALM
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The Progressive Dinner Evolves With Austin Over a year and a half ago, the Accidental Epicurean took a tour of Austin’s hottest new restaurants and created an ideal progressive dinner for the adventurous diner. In the rapidly changing market that is Austin’s restaurant scene, a year and a half is more than enough time for some traditional landmarks to close–we bid goodbye to Shoreline Grill–and some delightful newcomers to come and go–and a sad adieu again to The Good Knight. Armed with all of this change, it seemed prudent to revisit the progressive dinner and rid the selection process of any restraint. Price is no object and portion size is negligible. What is sought is the perfect bite for each course. PHOTO COURTESY OF UCHI
APPETIZER DEEP FRIED DEVILED EGGS
Enough praise has been heaped upon the fried chicken on offer at the daughter restaurant of the Beard Award-winning mainstay that is Olivia. However, in a move that echoes of the accidental creation that led to Uchi’s divine Shag Roll, Lucy’s LUCY 'S FRIED CHICKEN Fried Chicken has fused their indescribable 2218 College Avenue batter with an appetizer that every Southern (512) 297-2423 home can claim. They’ve answered the riddle, lucysfriedchicken.com as it were, and the egg comes first in our progressive meal. It seems simple enough, to make a deviled egg and drop it into a quality batter and then into a deep fryer. What happens when Lucy’s executes this, though, is far beyond words. It is an experience to bite into a spice explosion that is, at once, both foreign and all too familiar. It is a sinful way to begin the meal, which is appropriate for such a decadent pursuit. BREAD GRUYERE POPOVERS
There is more cheese than bread, it seems, spilling out of the baking “tins” at Ned Elliott’s culinary landmark on North Loop. And, what the bread may lack in ubiquitous Swiss dairy, it more than makes up for in flaky, pull-apart gooeyness. FOREIGN & DOMESTIC They are so unassuming amid this menu of 306 E.53rd Street culinary heavyweights that it took more than (512) 459-1010 a few visits before they found a nearby plate. fndaustin.com Once they did, however, their warmth and delightfully airy texture sparked wistful dreams every time an empty can was encountered. Order these and be as cursed as all who have gone to pillowy bread heaven before you.
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For a Mexican street food, available for pennies on the corner of any town south of the border, La Condesa surely knows how to elevate the simple dish. Still retaining char marks from an open flame and covered in a mélange of Cotija cheese, LA CONDESA mayonnaise and chili powder, the side dish can 400 West 2nd Street hardly hold the tile for long, as the taste overtakes (512) 499-0300 any table with a patterned response. First, there is lacondesaaustin.com a natural fear to try something that sounds so odd. Then, comes the reaction of first adventurer, who preaches about the incredibly overwhelming flavor. All of this is followed by the responses of those who are, at long last, convinced and soon order a serving of their own. Like a magnificent creamed corn on the cob, this side dish might have claimed the main course, were it not for… ENTRÉE HAMA CHILI
As we have dismissed the rules of portion size and cost in favor of perfect bites, there are few bites in Austin and perhaps all of Texas that can compete with Tyson Cole’s menu staple, the Hama Chili. Yellowfin Tuna that is delicately and artfully sliced UCHI bathes in a slightly tart ponzu sauce, accompanied 801 S. Lamar Blvd. by the most delicate orange supreme, making for a (512) 916-4808 sublime journey through the umami that defines Uchi. uchiaustin.com It is only when the chili finally arrives on the palate, often toward the finish, that the journey takes a detour toward nirvana. The citrus plays against the Thai chili’s heat, with one never overpowering the other and leaving both to overwhelm the diner. As with any truly great dish, the Hama Chili leaves the eater longing for more and eager to return. ALM
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COSM IC C ADE NCE
BY D O N N A WO O DW E L L
HOROSCOPES
September & October The days are still hot, and the leaves aren’t changing. But if you’re in Austin, you may be thinking about ACL Music Festival, Longhorns games, or even Halloween on Sixth. Autumn has arrived! Cosmically speaking, the pulse of life turns inward as the season changes. For almost the first time this year, all of the personal planets are in direct motion. If you have a vague sense of emerging from the house after a storm, you aren’t alone. It’s time to take stock of what’s happened in your world. If it’s not working for you, let it go. Clear your piles, your closets, your car – any place where stuff you don’t need collects. Don’t stop there: look at how you spend your time and even what you think about. If you don’t love it or use it, lose it. Your reward? Enjoying the harvest celebrations without worrying about something you’ve left undone.
ARIES
MAR 21—APR 20
Over the next few years, you’re seeking work-in-
LEO
SAGITTARIUS
JUL 23—AUG 22
Your home is your castle. At least for regal Leo
NOV 23—DEC 21
While the world may not stop to let you off, you can
the-world that aligns with the aspirations of your
it ought to be. Herein lies your quest: to create
find a nice place to perch while you watch it spin.
authentic self. To find the fulfillment you seek may
a home that nourishes your inner kitty. Whether
There are so many opportunities, but not enough
require some changes in your daily routines and
you choose to move, renovate, or just move the
time to try them all. How do you choose? The
your partnerships. Good news—those who love
furniture, is up to you. Your true desire is to find
ancient wisdom still echoes: Know thyself. When
and value you will be willing to make space for your
that perfect spot in the sunshine where you can
you have an idea of who you are, knowing what
explorations and support your goals.
curl up for the afternoon and purr.
you want will follow. Give yourself time; the world will still be here when you get back.
TAURUS
APR 21—MAY 20
VIRGO
AUG 23—SEP 22
Whether or not you are in a relationship, you may
On the road again. The last few years may have
CAPRICORN
find yourself confronting how you relate to others.
been tough, but the storms are finally passing. Your
Nothing is more complicated than organizing a
DEC 22—JAN 20
Sometimes the most difficult thing we must do is to
challenge is to be productive. Always be mindful
productive team. Fortunately, you are up to the
love another without interfering in their process of
of what you are doing. Ask yourself if your actions
challenge. When you hold a clear vision of what’s
growth and change. Letting go while still remaining
bring you closer to the life you want to live; if the
needed for the group, people will rally to the cause.
connected is an art best practiced with compassion,
answer is “No,” stop doing it. A simple, meaningful,
By encouraging your teammates to help each
for yourself and others.
life will make you smile inside. It’s worth the trip.
other out along the way, you’re sure to accomplish more than you imagined possible.
GEMINI
MAY 21—JUN 21
LIBRA
SEP 23—OCT 22
Ten-hut! Oh yes, it’s time to tackle those self-
Do you dream of a life in which you don’t feel
AQUARIUS
improvement projects. What do you need to bring
overwhelmed by obligations? Or the perfect
What do you want to be when you grow up?
yourself maximum health and wellness? Proper
partnership based on mutual respect? The work
Meaningful work is what you seek, and the itch
nutrition? More exercise? A better way to cope with
for both begins within yourself, by honoring your
grows stronger until you scratch it. Recognize the
JAN 21—FEB 19
stress? Whatever it is, get to it—because no one else
own value and worth. Only your strong sense of
purpose behind what you do. If you want change,
can do it for you. As they say, healing the world is
self-respect can keep you from over-extending
now is the time to set the wheels in motion. It may
an inside job. Do you part.
yourself in all areas of life. You owe that to yourself.
take some time, but your decisions will bear fruit.
CANCER
JUN 22—JUL 22
SCORPIO
OCT 23—NOV 22
PISCES
FEB 20—MAR 20
Lighten up. Yes, people are suffering, perhaps even
Grab the reins. If you’ve been feeling like you are
Second star to the right, and straight on till
you. But it doesn’t help anyone if it becomes the
riding on a carriage racing out of control, now is
morning. That may be the way to Neverland, but it’s
focus of your life. Science says children laugh on
the time to take charge. Roll up your sleeves and
also the song of your heart. Magical new horizons
average 400 times a day, adults only 15. Laughter
get to work on the changes that you know you
are beckoning. Whether you jump on a jet plane
is indeed the best medicine; pursue pleasure in all
need to make. You may be in for some late nights
for far-away locations, or the bookstore for an
its forms as the cure for what ails you.
and early mornings for the next few months, but
adventure in your mind, it’s time for you to take
what you create for yourself will be worth it in
flight. Don’t forget to pack your pixie dust.
the end.
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Embracing The Food Truck Invasion In A Healthy Way BY S E A N K R AY
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FlipHappy Crepes, but the food is a far cr y from the FrenchA merica n f usion that FlipHappy of fers. Ba hn Ba hn instead produces that most delicious cousins of f usion, Vietnamese a nd F rench . The y s t ick t o t he si mple s t a nd f re she s t of i n g r e d ient s a nd wh at r e s u lt s i s a si mple , f r e sh d i n i n g experience. You ca n, of course opt for a t radit iona l Bá n h Mì, which is a sa ndwich t hat introduces bread (a lbeit good bread ) i nto you r nut r it ion a l rout i ne. But for m a x i mu m f lavor with minimum consequence, the lemong rass chicken rice plate f its t he bill per fect ly. Lemong ra ss adds so much unique refreshment to the dish. Bahn Bahn introduces your ta ste buds to how a lighter fa re ca n be deeply sat isf y ing, w it hout a n eg g roll or sesa me-suga r coated breading. The so-fa r undisputed king of food t r uck hea lt h, leading t he c h a r g e i n t he f ig ht a g a i n s t a ccompa ny i n g g i r t h i s undoubtedly A rlo’s (1104 Ea st Six t h). You hea r t he sa me com ment , over a nd a g a i n , when p e ople r e com mend or r e v ie w A rlo ’s d i she s . Pe ople c a n ’t b el ie ve it ’s a ve g a n burger/ hotdog/taco. I would encourage you to ig nore them a nd in stead con sider t he posit ive ef fect of you r posit ive choice, instead. On t heir ow n merit , t he dishes a re nea rlylet ter per fect. So much t ime a nd ef for t goes into t he Bac’n Cheeze Burger, which is 100% vega n, t hat t he f lavor dept h comes t h roug h , no mat ter what you’re crav i ng. You ca n g rab a beverage on t he Ea st Side a nd instead of cav ing to a jun k food cure for whatever m ight a il you; you ca n choose a bur rito t hat sacrif ices a lmost not hing for it s lack of la rd a nd cholesterol. A hea lt hy choice ca n ea si ly end a n ig ht of un hea lt hy choices, should you f requent a ny of t he loca l watering holes. They have ot her menu items, besides t he Bac’n Cheeze, but when t he order is t his wor t hy, in bot h nut r it ion a nd f lavor, t here i s no ne e d to st ray f rom t he headliner. So, whet her you’ve decided t hat you’re out to keep t he sum mer shape going into w inter or you’d just like to v isit the food truck scene without eventually resembling a truck, forage out a nd discover a ny of t hese a r ter y-k ind opt ions. PHOTO BY JIN CHU
The food t r uck inva sion is now complete. Aust in, Texa s, you a re now conquered . No cor ner spot , no g ravel lot is sa fe f rom t he spread of low- overhead deliciousness f rom ever y nat ion a nd tong ue. They a ren’t a ll dif ferent species, t houg h . Most of t he of fer i ng s sh a re a si m i la r DNA a nd ser ve a va r iet y of f r ied or qu ick ly-f i red d ishes, h ig h on f lavor a nd ig nora nt of ca lorie count . A s t heir occupat ions spread, so might our waistlines; a nd there appea rs to be no relief in sight for t he hea lt hy diner who wa nts to rema in independent . You ca n’t have your rice ca ke a nd eat it , too, Aust in. Unless you dig deep into t he food t r uck cult ure a nd f ind t he h idden gems. If you’re w illing to vent ure into enemy territor y, past the bacon doughnut and t wice-fried chicken, you ca n f ind hea lt hy a lternat ives t hat ma inta in t he ‘weird’ Au s t i n ex p er ience. But , b e wa r ne d . The t r ip to hea lt hy a lter nat ives of ten i nvolves mov i ng away f rom t hat t i mehonore d t rad it ion of Au st i n eat s–meat . You’re g oi ng to have to embrace you r i n ner veget a r ia n a nd t hat ’s ra rely a ny t h ing ot her t ha n hea lt hy. To s t a r t , you’re g oi ng t o wa nt t o d re s s up you r f o o d truck adventure with Coat and Thai (1600 South Cong ress), wh ich sit s at g round zero for t he food t r uck ta keover. On the east side of South Cong ress, amid cupcakes and chicken cones, t he m int g reen t ra iler doles out f resh dishes f illed w it h no o d le s a nd veg g ies a nd f lavor. Ste er clea r of t he beef a nd opt for tof u, instead, a nd you’ll k nock count less g ra ms of fat f rom favorites like Pad Tha i a nd Pad Ga rlic. If you’re not interested in noodles (t hough why wouldn’t you be?), t he Veg g ie Lover packs a ton of A sia n f lavor into a si mple med ley t h at doesn’t d row n i n l ig ht brow n , but instead ma kes you forget what you’re m issing. Of course, most A sia n food is renow ned for being more vegetable-laden a nd t herefore lighter t ha n Wester n fa re. Ba h n Ba h n (41 5 Je s sie), i n add it ion t o h av i n g a c at chy n a me, uphold s t h i s pre s u mpt ion . It sit s , u n a s s u m i ng ly, dow n t he st reet f rom a food t r uck pioneer, t he unsin kable
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Pleasure THE FORGOTTEN FOOD GROUP BY L I S A TA L E V THERE’S A LOT OF LITER ATURE OUT THERE ON WHY DIETS FAIL . t he plea sure?) Com ing f rom a place of at tach ment where In my mind, it ’s ver y simple. We are star ving for something we fea r ch a ng e, how a ble a re we to i m a g i ne somet h i ng we’ve made taboo: t he world of sensor y plea sure. Tr y a ny dif ferent? diet for a few weeks a nd see how deprived you feel if you It is a fact t hat once people t u r n on to a more sen sua l haven’t increased your other sources of physical enjoyment. lifest yle, they experience feeling bet ter tha n ever—beyond When hea r i ng t he word plea su re, t he f i r st t h i ng t h at what t hey t houg ht p os si ble. A tox ic l i fest yle i s a cheap comes to m ind for ma ny people is food or sex. The not ion s ub s t it ut e for a joy f u l l i fe . W ho c a n s e t t le for a cheap, of s ex a nd ou r de si re t o fe el s ex y m ay s el l a l l k i nd s of shor t suga r buzz a f ter experiencing a t ra nscendent yoga products, but that doesn’t mean we’re comfortable with our cla ss or ma ssage? sexua lit y. The topic of physica l pleasure is still considered Once you’ve tasted what liv ing in a happy body feels like, taboo or to so ma ny of us, so t hat t he dist inct ion bet ween t here ’s no g oi ng back to t he tox ic l ifest yle. L ea r n i ng to sensua lit y a nd sexua lit y get s blur red. eat in a way t hat ma kes you t h rive a nd reg ula rly enjoy ing Sensualit y, separate from sex, is about t uning into all the s t re s s -rel ie v i n g phy sic a l movement a re ju s t a s much a senses to experience pure plea sure. To feel f ully a live. We pa r t of The G ood Life a s a sat isf y ing sex life. They ’re just live in a n increa singly product iv it y- oriented, fa st-paced, dif ferent a spects of sat isf y ing huma n inst inct . mach i ne - dom i nated world we ca l l t he I n for m at ion A g e. O ver t he pa st few yea r s , I’ ve had to t h i n k a lot a bout It ’s ea sy to get too busy to rest , too busy to v isit t he world a n i m a l i n s t i nc t—how it e x pr e s s e s it s el f t h r ou g h b o t h of our senses. Act iv it ies t hat feel good w it hout f ulf illing de si r e s a nd pr oblem at ic b eh a v ior. G oi n g f r om b ei n g a outside obligat ions a re de-priorit ized. “cat per son” to adopt i ng a power f u l breed dog, it ’s be en “ We a re huma n being s, not huma n doing s,” says t he now- en lighten ing to lea r n a core principle of a nima l t ra ining : fa mous quote. What is t he dif ference bet ween doing a nd understa nd a nd work f rom t he a n ima l’s inst inct s a nd you being, a nd how ca n we just be, when our minds a re so busy elim inate behav ior problems at t he source. “doing ” a ll t he t ime? O u r m o der n e a t i n g h a bit s a nd o b e sit y e pidem ic a r e Maybe we need to re -pr ior it i ze t he r ig ht to enjoy l ife e x a mple s o f b e h a v io r a l pr o ble m s t h a t a r i s e f r o m t h e t h rough our senses. Free t ime is a cherished t hing t hese f r u s t r a t i o n o f o u r h u m a n - s p e c i e s i n s t i n c t s . We c a n days. When we tell ourselves we don’t have t ime to savor ret ra i n ou r ow n b eh av ior s on ly when we add re s s t hem physica l experience or discover t he naura l highs t hat life f rom t he quest ion, “ Which f r ust rated inst inct is causing of fers, we a re sta r v ing ourselves of t he simple joy of being t his behav ior? ” a live. The a nswer to t hat quest ion is why Sensua l Liv ing is a Why is g iv ing into our senses so env igorat ing to us? It g row ing t rend. From Orga sm ic Meditat ion workshops to comes dow n to a nima l inst inct . Aga in, t he word inst inct m indf ul eat ing, yog a ret reat s a nd m indf ulness pract ices of t en h a s ba s e or s e x u a l c on no t a t ion s , w hen t he r e a l g a i n i n g p op u l a r it y, we a r e ont o s om e t h i n g g o o d : s el f meaning is more all-encompassing. What are our instincts? awa reness. We’re re-invent ing our bodies a s places where Con ne c t ion w it h ot her p e ople. Phy sica l movement t h at p l e a s u r e a n d w o r l d l y a c h i e v e m e n t g o h a n d - i n - h a n d . relieves stress. Access to food that g ives us energ y. Sunlight. Brea king the old Purita nica l model of the ba re-bones work Water. Si mple a f fec t ion . Rest . Play. When we t a l k about et hic. It is my hope t hat self-den ia l fa lls away a s more of desig n ing a life t hat sat isf ies a ll our inst inct s, t h is goes us rea lize how it blocks our potent ia l to t r uly t h rive. fa r beyond sexua lit ya nd into ever y cor ner of our lives. It We k now t hat homo sapien s requ i re cer t a i n t h i ng s to even a f fect s t he way we eat a nd what foods we choose. t h r ive . S en s or y ple a s u re ( i m mer sion i nt o sig ht , s ou nd , From t he out side, it ’s ea s y to see hea lt hy lifest yles a s t o u c h , t a s t e , s m e l l ), e xe r c i s e , r e s t , m e a n i n g f u l wo rk , P urita nica l in nat ure. They seem to have ma ny r ules: eat excitement, sexual fulf illment, healthy food and communit y t his, not t hat. Brea k bad habits…where’s t he f un? (Where’s need to be t he ba se of our new “food py ra m id.” ALM
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Fashion Physique TRANSFORMING THE PERCEPTION OF BEAUTY BY K R I S T E N M O R A D O P H OTO G R A P H Y BY A L E J A N D R O C R I S O LO G O H A I R BY G A B R I E L A LVA R E Z M A K E U P BY A S H L E Y H A N CO C K
For a s f a r back a s I remem b er, t here h a s b e en much discussion about t he impact of t he fa sh ion indust r y a nd m e d i a o n e a t i n g d i s or de r s . I n r e c e nt y e a r s , h o we v e r, maga zines have cha nged t he dy na m ic in response to t he t rend, por t ray ing bodies t hat ever y woma n ca n relate to— prov ing women ca n indeed be hea lt hy a nd st ill look ready for t he r unway. It is w it h much g rat it ude t hat I sha re t his responsibilit y a nd k nowledge a s a fa shion lover, for t hose st ill bat t ling t he pressure to be 'sk in ny ' in t he indust r y. A few mont hs ago, I had t he plea sure of crossing pat hs w i t h l o c a l f i t n e s s g y m o w n e r, J i m N e t t l e s , o f B o d y by F R A M E , who h a s b e en feat u re d i n Au s t i n Li fe s t yle M a g a z i n e ’s p a g e s b e f o r e . Fo c u s i n g o n t h e a b i l i t y t o physica lly 't ra nsfor m' t heir client s, FR A M E approaches ever y un ique f it ness need f rom a ll direct ions, desig n ing
prog ra m s c u stom i zed to each cl ient 's g oa l s, phy siolog y a nd lifest yle. Net t les descr ibes how h is client s not on ly f i n ish t hei r prog ra m s hea lt h ier a nd more physica l ly f it , but t hey develop a n empowering menta lit y to a ssist t hem w it h ever yday fea rs by achiev ing ma ximum result s w it h c on f idenc e a nd p oi s e . It i s no c oi nc idenc e t h a t t he s e ch a rac ter i st ic s pa ra l lel t ho s e of mo del s i n t he f a sh ion indust r y. W i t h i n t h e m e m b e r s h ip o f t h e C o u n c i l o f Fa s h i o n Desig ners of A merica (CFDA), t here is a preva lent desire t o adv a nce a r t i s t ic a nd profe s sion a l s t a nd a rd s . A dde d to t hat , t he org a n i zat ion a lso specif ica l ly concent rates on i mprov i ng publ ic u nder st a nd i ng. I n 20 07, t he CF DA in it iated a hea lt h proposa l encourag ing a ll in t he fa sh ion indust r y to adopt a hea lt hier lifest yle. They put a st rong emph a si s on u nder s t a nd i n g how b e aut y do e s no t on l y encompa ss how a person looks, but a lso ta kes into accou nt h is or her overa l l demea nor; a nd how, t h roug h such mea su res, t he percept ion of what ‘look s good’ ca n evolve beyond model stereot y pes. A s Net t les states, "t he more natural way is the more aesthetically bet ter-looking." O ver t he pa st f ive yea rs, it is unden iable t hat t h ing s have cha nged a nd t he impor ta nce of hea lt h ha s evolved. In h is exper ience, Net t les, a for mer professiona l weight lif ter, ha s obser ved ot hers doing 'whatever it ta kes' to look t heir best for a compet it ion. However, to test pure st reng t h, he empha sizes t he impor ta nce t hat diet ing a nd nut rients play in reaching your workout goa ls. “It ’s ver y sim ila r to prepping for a fa shion show,” sa id Net t les. “It ’s a ll about who’s t he more ba la nced person.” Net t le s sug g e s t s a few t ips for a more, wel l-rou nde d lifest yle: • Rema in consistent by eat ing a s of ten a s you ca n. The more nut r ient s you process, t he fa ster you r met abolism rises. • Lim it processed foods a nd include protein each t ime you eat ( processed foods include a ny item t hat conta ins more t h a n t h re e i ng red ient s). Add it ion a l ly, con su m i ng nut rients t h roughout t he day consistent ly results in more energ y. • The more muscle ma ss you beg in to build, t he ea sier it becomes to shed pounds. O n c e c l i e n t s b e g i n n o t i c i n g a ph y s i c a l a n d m e n t a l d i f f er ence , t he workout s a nd e a t i n g h a bit s g e t e a sier, resu lt i ng i n a rout i ne t hat becomes a hea lt hy addic t ion . “My goa l for my clients is for them to know their potentia l,” sa id Net t les. “ It becomes a consta nt c ycle t hat is t hen a n inf luence on somebody else.” The B o dy by F R A M E s t a f f ch a l leng e s not on ly t hos e i n t he f a sh ion i ndu s t r y, but e ver yone el s e , t o m a ke a hea lt h-conscious lead, t hus becom ing a n inspirat ion for ot her s to fol low. The presc r i be d m i nd set i s fo c u se d on re con s t r uc t i ng t he ter m , “ b eaut y,” s o t h at you ca n not on ly see it , but feel it , too. ALM
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Chris Hello Says Goodbye to an Unhealthy Lifestyle BY K AY L A E L L I OT T P H OTO BY S A S S A N I P H OTO G R A P H Y.CO M
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hea lt hy lifest yle. His son sa id he could tell h is fat her wa s 100% com m it ted to t he cha nge because he is t he k ind of person to com m it a ll t he way. A nd when he f ina lly took t hat step, his whole life cha nged. Hello cont inues to play t he dr ums a nd sing a nd he still works a s ha rd a s he a lways ha s, but he doesn’t get up a nd have a huge brea kfa st w it h his brothers like he did in younger days. He tells people he ca n’t go to some t hing s because it ’s t ime for h is workout . Wit h a fa m ily histor y of hea r t disea se a nd diabetes, Hello k nows t he r isks of liv ing a n un hea lt hy life. His posit ive ch a ng e s h ave pave d t he way for ot her s i n h i s l i fe . H i s brot her s a nd si s ter, M a rlene, s t a r te d m a k i ng hea lt h ier choices, simply because t hey see t he cha nges in Hello a nd wa nt to see results a s well. Hel lo sa id t he re su lt s of t he reg i men on h i s l i fest yle haven’t been too dra st ic: t he staples of it have just got ten bet ter. He ha s more energ y a ll day, he sleeps bet ter a nd he work s out w it h h i s son . He a nd h i s w i fe eat a bout a t hird of what t hey used to. Hello describes how sh if t ing r ules a nd except ions ha s helped him. The r ule used to be eat ing bad food while t he except ion wa s choosing hea lt hy opt ions. Those concepts have made a complete sw itch in his life. Hello g ives me his sweet sm ile a nd tells me he’s a lways enjoyed his life, but t he oppor t un it y to live it wa s g iven back to h im . Now a ll t hat he ha s to do is press on a nd live t hat life t he best way he ca n. ALM
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“ I a lways t hought t he g ra ss wa s g reen a nd t he sk y wa s blue.” Ch ris Hello, a resident of Pf luger v ille, wa s happy w it h h is life. He had a w ife he loved, a g reat relat ionship w it h h is son a nd a job t hat f ulf illed h im. But one day he rea l i ze d s omet h i ng wa s a m i s s . He wa s over weig ht a nd u n hea lt hy. H i s l ifest yle of eat i ng out w it h h i s brot her s a nd spending most of h is dow nt ime inact ive had him on blood pressu re a nd cholesterol med icat ion . It wa s t i me for a cha nge. Hello sta r ted work ing out w it h Fred Sa ssa n i, a t ra iner h is w ife Julie had a lready employed to g uide her exercise r e g i m e n . S a s s a n i ’s n o - n o n s e n s e a p p r o a c h t o f i t n e s s i nvolve d i nt en s e workout s a nd a sh i f t i n eat i ng h a bit s . Hel lo wou ld g o to t he g y m on T uesday s a nd Thu r sday s a nd work out a longside Sassa ni’s wife, who a lways seemed to show Hello up during t he workout s. It wa s t he f irst of m a ny ch a ng e s . Eat i ng for t he Hel lo s went f rom d i n i ng out to g r i l l i ng out at home, choosi ng sa lad s a nd g r i l led chicken over heav y meals as well as simply eating six small mea l s t h roug hout t he day. O ver t he cou r s e of one yea r, Hel lo d ropped for t y pou nd s , g ot of f h i s blo od pres su re me d ic at ion a nd c ut h i s chole s t erol me d ic at ion i n h a l f . Th ing s were look ing up. Cut to Aug u st 201 1 . Hel lo felt a bu r n i ng i n h i s lu ng s du r ing a workout . He sa id he did n’t have a ny sy mptom s i n pr e v iou s workout s a nd t hou g ht m a y b e he w a s ju s t st r ug gling t h rough t he rout ines. “If you’ve t ra ined w it h Fred, you k now where you lie dow n a nd put your feet up if you’re feeling dizz y. I wa s t here,” Hello told me. Fina lly on September 1 2, 2011, Hello took h im self to t he doctor, since the pain wasn’t going away. His ca rdiolog ist told him he had a 90% blockage in t wo of h is a r teries a nd needed a double by pa ss. A f ter put t ing in so much ha rd work, he st ill had to have hea r t surger y. Four days after his successful surger y, Hello was released from the hospital. Doctors and nurses at the Heart Hospital of Aust in were sur prised at h is quick recover y. While his doctor wa s impressed w it h h is shape going in, it wa s st ill ex t raordina r y t hat Hello wa s able to bounce back. In fact , he stayed in t he hospita l t he lea st a mount of t ime a ny of h is doctor ’s pat ient s who under went sim ila r procedures. Five days later, Hello wa s able to wa lk a mile w it h Sa ssa ni. Hello’s w ife Julie sa id, “ Had he not been exercising to t he deg ree he had been a nd doing t he mea l pla n, I don’t t hin k he would have made it .” Since t hat time, Hello has continued to promote his ow n
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