It is weird to think that Home Slice Pizza has only been in my “restaurants in Austin” repertoire for the past 8 years. With how many times I have visited them, I feel like they have been part of my Austin experience from the beginning. I’ve had birthdays, going away parties, job promotion celebrations, and… Continue reading Hometown Tourism: Home Slice Pizza
Fried. That is what comes to mind when people think of the South – and with Gourdough’s Public House in Austin, Texas, they couldn’t be more right. If you’re wondering where to eat in Austin, this would be the place to go. Do you remember my finger lickin’ good review of the Gourdough’s Donuts food… Continue reading Hometown Tourism: Gourdough’s Public House
Growling, clashing, punching, knock outs, and broken bones – No, I’m not talking about MMA – I’m talking about women’s rollerderby with the Lonestar Rollergirls (TXRD). Walking into the convention center, the roars of the fans gave me a wave of nostalgia. If there is one thing that you need to do in Austin, this… Continue reading Hometown Tourism: Banked Track Rollerderby with TXRD
Nothing really says “Austin” quite like the “Keep Austin Weird” bastion of South Congress. A street known for its quirky stores and businesses, this is a great place to spend an afternoon if you’re into people watching, great food, and vintage/antique shopping. This should be on your list of what to do in Austin. It… Continue reading Hometown Tourism: South Congress in Austin, Texas
“What food truck should I go to?!” Somehow, over the last few months, we’ve turned into Austin ambassadors online. After 16 years of living here, I’m just happy that I can pass on the information. If you ever need any information on Austin, always feel free to hit us up. We have loads of things… Continue reading Hometown Tourism: Torchy’s Tacos
“Are you guys famous? Should I know who you are?” I looked quizzically at the guy in the Gourdoughs window. “Your shirt!” I look down. Oh crap it is laundry day. Apparently I was wearing my Over Yonderlust shirt out and mini cartoon Shaun and Erica was staring back at him. I blushed. “Yeah, I… Continue reading Hometown Tourism: Gourdoughs Donuts NOM NOM NOM
Whether it is teaching Samantha Brown to hula hoop and giving her henna, giving massages to Thievery Corporation or Radiohead, being featured in RARE magazine, being named one of the top 112 things to do in Austin via the Austin Monthly Magazine or making everyone feel just at home with her contagious and warm energy –… Continue reading Hometown Tourism: Poi, Hooping, and Henna with Henna Kim
Also known as one of my favorite ways to spend a lazy Sunday afternoon, chicken shit bingo is probably one of the most amazing experiences you can have in Austin, Texas. This past time can be found at the iconic Ginny’s Little Longhorn Saloon a bit north of downtown and has oodles of personality. Picture… Continue reading Hometown Tourism: Chicken Sh*t Bingo at Ginny’s Little Longhorn Saloon
Balls. There. I said it. I know you were thinking it so now we can move on to bigger and better things. Like Love Balls. SHOVE THEM IN MY MOUTH. No really, these things are addictive and delicious as all hell. Stop your giggling. I’m serious. After our romp in Japan in 2008 I became… Continue reading Hometown Tourism: Austin Food Trucks – Love for the Love Balls
You would not believe how peeved I was last year that I missed crawfish season here in Austin, Texas. Well, as peeved as you can be about leaving the country for a year – but still – you get my point. Every year there is a small window (March – June) where crawfish boils are… Continue reading Hometown Tourism: Crawfish, My Little Mudbugs
“Aroooooooo!” Hundreds of wolf howls could be heard echoing across the hillside and close buildings. Either we’re surrounded by a pack of animals or a pack of crazy mad men. I guess in Austin you’re a little more likely to find the latter. Welcome to the Full Moon swim at the Barton Springs pool in… Continue reading Hometown Tourism: Barton Springs Full Moon Swim
You heard that right. That sad depressing donkey from Winnie the Pooh that keeps losing his tail? There is never a shortage of things to do in Austin. Yeah. We celebrate Eeyore’s birthday here in Austin, Texas. While we do try to “keep Austin weird”, there is actually a bit of history behind the celebrations.… Continue reading Hometown Tourism: Eeyore’s Birthday
If you haven’t been able to tell, I am quite proud of my hometown Austin, Texas. I know I’ve been trying to get quite a few people I’ve met on Twitter to come and visit a few of us gals here in Austin. I figure, why not just kick off a Hometown Tourism section of… Continue reading Hometown Tourism – Santa Rampage/ Santa Con
Heading to SXSW this year? You know, that massive music, film, and interactive conference in Austin this coming March? Did you know that Austin, Texas is known to have one of the most prolific food truck communities in the United States? Before putting bad quick food in your mouth, check out our “must eat” list… Continue reading 5 Must Eat Food Trucks at SXSW
Consistently listed as one of the “Things to do in Portland”, Voodoo Doughnut was calling our names one early Saturday morning. What better way to start our day than with a healthy dosage of frosting and fried dough at this well-marketed tourist spot? Here are a couple of things you should know before heading out:… Continue reading Voodoo Doughnut Put a Spell on Us
