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Original Spin: BLK Vinyl is East Austin’s Best Record Shop
An unpretentious East 6th record shop offers more than meets the ears. Words by Christopher Ferguson, AIA Photos by Baptiste Despois. Stepping inside BLK Vinyl for the first time feels oddly familiar. Like running into an old friend in a new city, the humble and smartly curated Eastside shop echoes with old-Austin intangibles despite only opening its doors in 2018.
The Business of Performing: Shakey Graves, Jackie Venson, and Tameca Jones
The Perils and Joys of Austin’s Changing Music Scene. Austin is not the prototypical music city. It is an exception to the rule. There is a crushing lack of industry; in fact, no major record labels or agencies to speak of exist within city limits. Yet, artists are born and made here over the decades without fail, even as the landscape of the music industry continues to shift.
Shakey Graves: Dissolving the Myths of the Hometown Hero
Alejandro (Ali) Rose-Garcia, Austin native and the man behind the mysterious sounding Shakey Graves moniker, is looking to deconstruct some of the myths surrounding the rambling songwriter on the road trope. It’s the beginning of the year, and while he’s usually one for resolutions, he says that this year his...
New Workout for a New You
Like anything else, workout trends come and go, and it can be difficult to find the right gym to call home with so many options. Whether looking to try barre, cycling, or just need a safe place to lift, East Austin is full of fun and creative workouts for every body.
5 Ways Austin Homebuyers Can Succeed Despite Higher Mortgage Rates
As homebuyers make plans for 2023, they may wonder how to get a great deal on an Austin home in the current housing market. Mortgages rates are significantly higher at the start of 2023 compared to the beginning of 2022. While higher rates are a headwind for many homebuyers, the good news is that competition among buyers for listings has calmed, and home prices are leveling off in Austin. This shift in the market will create new opportunities for aspiring homeowners. To help prepare buyers to win in this market, the team at Prevu Real Estate put together some tips on how prospective buyers can succeed despite higher mortgage rates.
The Best Part About Dry January?
Maybe the thought of being alcohol-free for a month is producing some anxiety; or maybe it’s proving to be a good reprieve to reset healthy habits. Regardless of where you fall on the spectrum, these Texas-based brands have you covered. Crisp & Crude OG Tonic. While this bubbly non-alcoholic...
A Weekend in Toronto, Canada
Toronto is the largest city in Canada and is known by many names: Hogtown, ‘Tee dot,’ or ‘Tee oh’ (standing for Toronto, Ontario). Most significantly, Toronto is known as the ‘City of Neighborhoods,’ as more than half of the almost 3 million residents were born outside of Canada, creating a unique cultural travel experience.
New Year, New You: Healthy Recipes for 2023
Every new year offers a new beginning—an opportunity to get closer to achieving goals, quitting old habits, and reinventing ourselves into the person we hope to become. After the trials and challenges our community and nation faced over the last three years, 2023 has the advantage of allowing our hard-earned growth and resiliency to shine.
6 Best New Experiences
A new year calls for something new. From glassblowing to perfume-making, it’s not surprising that imaginative locals are constantly creating exciting experiences for their neighbors. This year, get out of your comfort zone and pick up a new hobby or discover a unique activity. Blow Glass at Ghost Pepper...
The Best Bubbly Cocktail to Ring in 2023
Based on the classic Champagne cocktail French 75, the Texas 75 is just as bubbly and effervescent as its inspiration. We hope this sweet and lighthearted drink is indicative of a joyful year ahead. The star of this show is, of course, the Prosecco. This vibrant Italian wine is produced...
Holiday Whiskey Round-Up
Whether you prefer your whiskey on the rocks or mixing it up, this round-up of newly released whiskeys—from Bourbon to Japanese single malts—is delightful, offering plenty of options for every palate. 1. Balcones Distilling’s Texas Blue Corn Bourbon. This grain-to-glass Texas whisky comes straight from Waco. Balcones...
Something’s Brewing at Brew & Brew
Words by Chris Ferguson, AIA Photos by Ashley Haguewood. An Eastside institution eyes a new era after building community in an ever-changing neighborhood. The last nine years have brought plenty of growth to the once-sleepy intersection of East 5th and San Marcos streets. Single family homes on narrow lots have yielded to glassy multifamily developments, a promenade of brunch spots, light rail, and a gleaming Whole Foods Market. Amidst the churn of development, The Brew and Brew has quietly grown and sustained a community of devoted regulars, celebrating its 9th year in business in October.
The Best Neighborhood Tex-Mex is at El Chile
El Chile crafts relaxed Tex-Mex fare for the neighborhood. Words by Jessi Devenyns Photos by Baptiste Despois. For almost two decades, the bright aqua and lemon-colored El Chile sign has graced Manor Road as a familiar beacon for a small Tex-Mex restaurant with a covered patio and a cozy, standing-room-only bar. However, in recent years, that neighborhood stalwart has seen a move, an upgrade in ambiance, a change in ownership, and also a few changes to the menu. El Chile still serves some dang good enchiladas and margaritas though.
EASTside Magazine’s Holiday Gift Guide: 2022 Edition
If you’re in need of a last-minute gift, shop local. Whether you swing by to pick up that perfect something this week or place an order online for a better-late-than-never surprise, this line-up of local goods is sure to please.
A Renovated Austin Home Serves as an Urban Respite
Words by Christopher Ferguson, AIA. Photos by James H. Ruiz. @cinematics28. Eight years in the making, a sensitively renovated property lies hidden in plain sight on Bolm Road. Its creatively curated spaces for living and working are modest and serene, reflecting the character of its creator. The most important thing...
A Local Museum Connects East Austin’s Past & Present
Memories are Where You Leave Them: The George Washington Carver Museum & Cultural Center. Words by Jessi Devenyns Photos by Baptiste Despois. Intricate lace handkerchiefs, a pin cushion bejeweled with mid-20th century hat pins, a pair of 18th century shackles – at first glance, these solitary objects populating the main exhibition at George Washington Carver Museum represent individual moments in the lives of community members who have come and gone. Put together in chronological order, they serve as markers on a path tread by members of the Black community through the history of East Austin.
How to Celebrate Hanukkah in Austin: 2022 Edition
6 Fun Ways to Celebrate the Festival of Lights this Year. Hanukkah is just around the corner (December 18-26), and we are ready to celebrate! Whether your family celebrates annually, or you are looking to learn more about the Hanukkah traditions, it is easy to participate in the festivities right here in Austin.
Social Hour: Our Favorite Event Supporting Austin Women
HarperSage Presents: EASTside Magazine’s 6th Annual Inspirational Women’s Event. A big thank you to everyone who joined us for an evening of celebration and connection presented by HarperSage and EASTside Magazine. Our 6th Annual Inspirational Women’s Event couldn’t have happened without you. Whether it was your first year joining us or it’s become an annual tradition, we are so grateful for our readers and supporters who showed up on October 27 to commemorate the release of the Inspirational Women’s Issue.
A New Way to Live with Art
Learning to Curate Spaces with the Help of CoCollect. Words by Janine Stankus Portrait by Mackenzie Smith Kelley. If your walls could talk, what would you want them to say? How do you choose to fill those big blank canvases that surround you every day? What are the implications of a print, some photographs, a few knicknacks? Consider how your space would change with, say, a Warhol, Picasso, or perhaps a work from some stellar local artist on display. Keli Hogseet, founder of CoCollect, challenges you to find out.
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