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October 16, 2023

The Best Cocktail Lounge in East Austin

Austin is constantly opening new bars, speakeasies and lounges but a lot of them don’t live up to the hype (and have $20+ drinks…) However, I’ve found a spot that not only has the vibes but they are also producing incredibly complex and fun cocktails PLUS tasty bar bites that go beyond a bowl of […]

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January 15, 2020

Hidden Tex-Mex Gem in Downtown Austin

I must have driven past this spot hundreds of times in the last seven years and never noticed it. Isn’t it funny how the scenery around you can just be blurred in the background? I’m glad I finally opened my eyes and saw this spot because it’s not just super cute, but the food is […]

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