Friday night, I had a hot date to the Nutcracker Ballet. His idea–and a surprise at that, we got all dressed up and walked over to the Long Center. It was my first time at the new place since it opened earlier this year, and it definitely lived up to the hype. The entryway plaza…
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Boudoir Photography
So I’m doing an article for a magazine’s February issue (aw, Valentine’s day) on Boudoir Photography–you know, like glamour photos in lingerie … think Maxim. So I go to interview the photog and we’re chatting away about why women do it, what they feel like during, how it helps their self-esteem, whatever. Having a great…
Free food & beer!
AUSTIN SSC CHRISTMAS PARTY WITH FREE FOOD & BEER! I almost forgot to post this! Hurry, go check out the SSC Christmas party! It’s 6-8pm TONIGHT. Celebrate a great year with the 3rd annual Christmas party to benefit the Austin Sunshine Camps. SSC is providing wings & beer, and only ask for a small gift…
Paula’s Choice
You may have noticed the new Paula’s Choice little graphic in the righthand column under the “Things I Like” cloud. Yes, friends, it’s an ad. Before you think I sold out–and make no bones about it, I sort of did–let me just tell you that I use Paula’s Choice. I love her Skin Balancing Cleanser,…
Wednesday Events: Kirk Gallery, Greg Vendetti
The new Second Street store (albeit on the OTHER side … that is, other side of the site of the W) known for mod homewares is hosting its first annual Holiday Party. Party favors include bevvies–Scotch and champagne–and a giveaway of any product in the store under $250, winner’s choice. Don’t miss it! 6-8pm, Kirk,…
Man v. Food: Austin Edition
Man v. Food is Travel Channel’s new series where the host travels the country in search of big, bad food challenges, and it comes to Austin tonight at 10pm on ET. From the channel: In this week’s episode host Adam Richman is about to find out just how “big” food can be in Austin. His…
Exercise Ball as Office Chair
I bought an exercise ball to use as a desk chair because: 1) my other chair was making me slump too much 2) if you’re gonna be sitting, you might as well be getting a small workout … but today is my fourth day of use, and I haven’t experienced any soreness or seen any…
The Tale of John-Scott
We–that is, me and my now-Brunch-obsessed pals–were at Moonshine Sunday morning for a little rehashing of last night over bloody marys and southern comfort food. Thrilled that they sat us at the exact same table as the last time we were there, we were even more excited when our server came over. It wasn’t his…
Never too early to plan for New Year’s Eve
I’ve never been big into New Year’s Eve–too much money for the same bars I can go to any other night and not pay bajillion-dollar covers and wait in lines. I had friends go to a concert on NYE once, and even that I deigned to join for the same reason. I’ll happily attend house…
Daily Juice Cafe Grand Opening
Grand Opening Party Saturday Dec. 13 from 7pm – ?? Um, so this one is actually a Grand Opening (ahem) featuring sets by Daily Juice DJs and other local favorites, performance artists, giveaways, contests, and free stuff … plus random stuff Daily Juice lovers recognize like raw chocolate, durian, and ionic gold! After hearing rumors…