It’s no secret that living, even part time, in Aspen is expensive. One of the funniest things about it is shopping online … when you don’t have the same access to stores that you do in Austin, you gotta shop somewhere! So lately I’ve been loving EverSave’s online deals (you know I knew about them…
Austin: the W and TRACE at the W Open
Today the W opens in downtown Austin, and so does TRACE, the in-hotel restaurant focused on conscious cuisine. That means local and seasonal, for those not already in the know. Focusing on Central Texas’ local growers, artisans and purveyors, Staff Forager Valerie Broussard (who also happens to be Slow Food Austin’s Biodiversity Chair) works in tandem…
Aspen: AYP Holiday Party
In continuing Aspen’s party-every-night trend, and party at Sky Hotel (that’s the one at the base of Aspen Mountain with the hot tub …), the 8th Annual Aspen Young Professionals Holiday Party takes place Thursday December 9th. It’s AYPA Members only but non-members can join at the door for $50. Snack on hors d’oeuvres and…
Austin: Free 24 Diner Food!
325,600 eggs were harmed in the making of a year of 24 Diner. I know I write about 24 Diner a lot, but they have local food and free-range meat and delicious burgers and cool people and are open 24 hours a day and really, what’s not to love? Free is also something you should…
Aspen: Christmas Party
Austin: QRANK
Confession: I have never played QRANK. I do not get its appeal (perhaps because I have never played it). Nonetheless, PLAY QRANK LIVE! AT JO’S DOWNTOWN, WIN PRIZES! Join Jo’s Hot Coffee Good Food at 7pm TONIGHT, Tuesday, for QRANK Night, with each round there will be prizes as well as drink specials all night long including $3 house…
Learning
I’ve never believed in regrets. Nor mistakes. I also love this and this sticky note from Things We Forget.
Infinium Champagne Beer
“Would you like some of my champagne beer?” I asked guests at a recent party. With a champagne-like effervescence, Infinium, a collaboration between Samuel Adams and Weihenstephan, is the new new wine, or the champagne, or the new whatever, it’s downright good. It’s a lot fun: a sort of bubbly, very smooth, beer champagne. Thanks…
Austin: Do You Want This Ring?
Because I love it. It’s rough yet refined. Go to new jewelry boutique Schatzelein (shots.a.line) to buy it. Featuring high-quality materials, up-and-coming designers, and both new and vintage finds for gals and guys, Schatzelein is a must-see destination for jewelry and accessories. 1713 S. First / schatzeleinaustin.com
Around the Fitness Horn … yeah, it’s been awhile!
Power to the Plank – love this article. Do lots of planks in yoga, but adding more in! Body Fat Pictures and Percentages – very interesting … Why I Don’t Cook at Home – hilarious. The Oatmeal always is. My last workout at Bleeker was a super fun one: 5 Rounds: 250M Row 10 OH…