Benini Galleries
4 Sep
In addition to the Sculpture Ranch, the artist Benini’s property near Johnson City features a huge, arched studio building. Its 14,000-square-foot space houses offices, an arts library, and a gallery showcasing works by Benini himself, as well as many guest artists. Many of his works are in an unusual medium: aluminum, See More »
Benini Sculpture Ranch
3 Sep
Just outside Johnson City, there’s a place that’s literally like no place else on earth. Years ago, the artist Benini settled on 140 acres here. Throughout the rolling grounds, he began to install contemporary sculptures by artists from all over the world. Today, 120 pieces from 45 artists are on display, and it’s a striking exhibit. As you drive a long, dusty road, See More »
Sugarbakers Cupcakes
In: Eating
2 Sep
The cupcake competition continues out west, with this cute new place in Cedar Park. Creative baker Rosalinda offers two dozen flavors, with colorful names like the Oh Scarlett, above. It’s a luscious red-velvet cake with cream-cheese frosting. There’s a Honey Sunshine Bun cupcake, even doughnuts shaped like cupcakes. But for real taste-bud indulgence, nothing can match See More »
Breakfast at Two Hot Mamas
In: Eating
31 Aug
The weekend breakfast menu at Two Hot Mamas is so popular, they’re now serving it on weekdays. That means you don’t have to wait till Saturday for authentic dishes like the Huevos Rancheros, above. Tortillas are fried till crispy, then covered with two fried eggs and the famous See More »
Grape Stomp at Becker Vineyards
In: Drinking
30 Aug
Last weekend, Becker held its annual Grape Stomp, and they’re doing it again this weekend, both Saturday and Sunday (map and web links at the end of this post). It’s a fun thing for all ages: Little kids and big kids alike step into half-barrels filled with grapes and start squishing. When you’re done, you step out onto a brand-new t-shirt and See More »
Brunch at Artisan Bistro
In: Eating
29 Aug
Artisan is such a relaxed, laid-back place, it’s almost like having French friends making brunch for you. There’s live music playing in a dining room lined with racks of wine, and everything is incredibly authentic. Like the profiteroles, above. Eggy little cream-puffs filled with vanilla ice cream, then drizzled with See More »
Driftwood Estate Winery
27 Aug
Some wineries are all about the tasting room or the facilities or the gift shop. This one is all about the view (of course, they’re all serious about the wines). Located high on a hilltop with a beautiful view of row after row of See More »
Lakehouse Cafe
26 Aug
Summer’s winding down, so the Lakehouse has gone back to its weekend hours: Friday, Saturday and Sunday. The good news is there’s still plenty of great weather left to enjoy their outside deck overlooking Lake Travis. With music playing and boats coming and going See More »
Lions & Tigers & Bears Oh My!
In: Outdoors
25 Aug
The San Diego Zoo, it’s not. But kids love it just the same. In true “Keep Austin Weird” tradition, the non-profit Austin Zoo and Animal Sanctuary began with a few goats. Over the years, their collection of rescued animals grew to more than 100 species. (Read about their 20-year history and mission to rescue animals here.) And while they do have lions, tigers and See More »
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