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November 27, 2018

Recipe #23: Spicy Mac n Cheese with Yellowbird Sauce

I love trying out new mac n cheese recipes and this one is a new favourite! I incorporated Yellowbird’s Serrano Sauce for some extra oomph and I think y’all are gonna LOVE it! Ingredients: 3 tbsp Yellowbird’s Serrano Sauce  16 oz orecchiette noodles 3 tbsp butter 1/4 cup all purpose flour 1 cup milk 1 […]

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November 21, 2018

Minimalist Style Wood Watches by JORD

I was recently given a beautiful wooden watch by the makers at JORD! I chose the cassia walnut and vintage rose piece for an elegant but minimalist style. There are tons of styles to choose from for both men and women (you can shop for them here). Did I mention they have free international shipping? […]

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November 20, 2018

Feed a Crowd at Punch Bowl Social

Joel and I recently went to Punch Bowl Social to try out some of their most popular menu items, and since it was a Friday, we felt like going all out.  We started out with some delicious cocktails – the strawberry daquiri and a mule (Joel’s go-to) The daquiri was a little too sweet for […]

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I was so ding dang impressed by the folks at Austin Eats Food Tour and I’m so excited to share my experience with all of you! I have to mention that I’ve lived in Austin for almost a decade and I hadn’t been to 3 of the 4 stops! This tour isn’t just for tourists […]

November 13, 2018

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November 9, 2018

A Weekend in Dublin

We spent three beautiful days in Ireland – two of them in Dublin and one on the West coast. I had the extreme pleasure of being hosted by Cliff Townhouse that I’m now utterly obsessed with! This boutique hotel is on the Northern side of St. Stephen’s Green and it was one of the best […]

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November 6, 2018

Recipe #22: Thai Red Curry

I had several requests for my recipe on Thai Red Curry, so here it is! I usually make it a little bit different every time, but the main ingredients and measurements are mostly the same. Ingredients:  half a sweet potato, cubed 4 stalks of boy choy, chopped 1 green bell pepper, chopped 1 carrot, sliced […]

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November 5, 2018

Pizza & Pasta Dreams at Regal Ravioli and Lunar Pizza

Zach Adams, founder and owner of Regal Ravioli and Lunar Pizza, is creating honest and authentic eats off S 1st St and I had the privilege of trying loads of delicious menu items! Both trailers have simple but fantastic menus with options like crimini mushroom ravioli with pecan pesto sauce (at Regal) and a whopping […]

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**UPDATE! I was in London for 2 weeks in August 2019 and have updated this post with more sights & eats!** My husband and I spent part of our honeymoon exploring London in October 2018, and I’m here to tell you the best parts of London to explore! My dad grew up in London and […]

November 2, 2018

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October 27, 2018

8 Track on East Manor

There’s a new neighborhood bar in town for all my East Manor friends and I’m in love with it! 8 Track is a passion project between a group of friends who wanted a to create a spot where you can get great food, drinks and play retro games. I had the opportunity to try a […]

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October 25, 2018

Eat Drink Anthem

If you’re skeptical about another tiki spot coming to town, you’re not to blame. However, Anthem is different (and they categorize themselves as TexAsian, which you’ll understand soon). The minute you step in, you’re transported to an oasis.  Bright floral wallpaper, woven chairs, and even indoor palm trees greet you in the entryway. The high-top […]

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September 26, 2018

Incredible New Asian-Inspired Happy Hour Menu at Native Hostels

I am soooo excited about this new happy hour menu from the team at Native Hostels. They’ve elevated their menu (particularly their happy hour menu) with bold spices and colorful veggies that I truly can’t stop thinking about! Pictured are the hibiscus bergamot gin cocktail and the grapefruit negroni. The best kinds of happy hours […]

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