Everyone knows lulu is de rigeur for CrossFitters. But the company actually started for yogis, so it’s MORE apropos that they host Salutation Nation, this Saturday from 9-10am. Like the Nike Human Race with less competing and matching tees, thousands of people across North America will take their asana practice outside for a complimentary class…
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Austin: Another Daily Deal Group Coupon Site
Eversave launched in Austin today, even though they’ve been doing trial deals for a couple of weeks. You get a $5 instant credit when you join. Like Groupon, LivingSocial, aDealio, and Localiter, Eversave offers local daily deals called “Saves” to Austin-area residents. The Saves feature fun things to do in and around the city including…
Austin: New Sunday Brunch at J. Black’s
It’s been awhile since I’ve ventured away from Moonshine or The Carillon for Sunday Brunch, something I take seriously. Those two perennial all-stars are just too good! But I got word today that there’s a new contender: J. Black’s. Before you write it off as the place you don’t want to revisit from the night…
Austin: Thursday’s Beat the Heat and Club Red Launch (updated)
Beat the Heat: 6-9pm The 2nd Annual Beat The Heat Happy Hour featuring Limbo Jewelry’s new collection, complimentary make up consulting from Rae Cosmetics, great door prizes, delicious drinks, and cool tunes by DJ Aaron Montez. Cocktails by Balcones Distilling. Rae Cosmetics is also offering a $10 gift card … Limit one per customer per…
Austin: Top Ten Things Newbies Should Know
I did an Aspen version of this Top Ten Things Newbies Should Know post, and it was so popular that it bears building an Austin one… which, with a few adjustments for climate, is more or less the same. See? There are so many Austin / Aspen similarities! 1. There will be opportunities for free…
Austin: Why does it feel like the master toilet is heated?
I wish United Inspections, www.UnitedInspectionsTexas.com, had been around when my brother and I bought our house! Started by a very close friend of mine, the company is beyond thorough and highly professional. The inspector did our house as a practice run and was able to explain one of the house’s greatest mysteries: why does it…
Texas Wines Win!
Being a Texan is an admittedly huge part of my identity. My state pride may or may not be larger than my national pride, so naturally I MUST tell you that Texas wines are winning! I received a press release on Texas wines winning, and I got really excited. Upon further inspection it turns out…
Around the Fitness Horn: the CrossFit Games and more
CrossFit Games on Forbes.com Spealler & Bergeron rep adidas and talk CrossFit Games A One World Recap of the Games An excellent article for all the drinkers: The Truth About Alcohol, Fat Loss, and Muscle Growth (from the perspective of someone who clearly enjoys his alcohol) … takeaway: be smart about WHAT you’re drinking, and…
Austin: Free Cocktails on Patios … what more could you want?
I’m pretty sure the flyer speaks for itself. Free Grey Goose cocktails on the patios at Terrace 59 and Six Lounge, this Thursday and Friday. Be there! TERRACE 59 412-D Congress Ave. speakeasyaustin.com Thursday, JULY 22/7-9pm SIX LOUNGE 117 W. 4th St sixlounge.com Friday, JULY 23/8-10pm
Austin: Snap Kitchen Update
Snap Kitchen. Everything about it is so right. The store – you walk in to an airy, all-windowed place with bright green floors, bamboo counters and tables, white plastic chairs, and bright orange accoutrements. There are no walls, save some muddled clear walls defining a main office and registered dietician’s office. That’s right–there’s a full…