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Holiday promotions and greeting cards go to great lengths to extoll the value of taking stock of all that has blessed our lives in the past year. The days have practically flown by, putting so many experiences, miles and memories between ourselves and January 1st, 2012. But there are reasons that clichés gain prominence. There is truth beneath their familiarity, and at the end of this year, we think it important to look back and give thanks for the journey Austin Lifestyle Magazine has endeavored upon to arrive at November's door. We are thankful that we get to live in a city that, no matter how she grows and changes, will always bear the signature elements that make her great. SHAWN LIVELY We are thankful for the sights, the sounds and the people that preserve that greatness. We are thankful that we get to enjoy so much–whether food, drink, music, events or the simple comforts of home–and share our experiences with all of Austin. We are thankful for the lives and stories that have touched ours, as well as the times when our lives and stories have been able to touch others. We are thankful for a generous city that tries to make Austin great for everyone, whether visitor or native, professional or student, successful or struggling. We are thankful for our team, who manage to continue delivering and improving, no matter how difficult the road may get (or how short the deadlines). We are thankful most of all for you, our reader, who never leave our thought and consideration, as we seek to offer guidance to the best of everything Austin has to offer. In this season of thanks, we give more than we can list. And, as cliché as it may sound, we encourage you to do the same. Give thanks, Austin. OF THE YEAR.
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There simply is no time of year quite like the holidays–twinkle lights brighten neighborhoods, carols are played on a loop in every store and the irresistible excitement of children is contagious. It’s a handful of busy weeks when we surround ourselves with family, bake cookies and employ silly phrases like “naughty or nice” as effective disciplinary tactics. In the same breath that Halloween costumes are tucked away, everything in sight becomes a sea of red and green. Oh, Austin’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas, all right; and no place more so than downtown’s bustling 2ND Street District (2SD). Preparations have been underway for some time for the Second Annual Holiday Window Walk—an almost month-long event where 20+ storefront windows will be fully decked out in festive holiday cheer. Last year, the merchants and members of the vibrant 2ND Street District (a combined 50+ specialty shops, services and restaurants) began a wonderful new tradition. The Holiday Window Walk Scholarship Competition was launched; and a challenge was issued to theatrical design students from all three local universities: create spectacular art installations to adorn the storefronts in the area during the holiday season–the bolder the better! From the rich and diverse talent pool of student artists and designers came impressive, inventive creations, much to the delight of locals and tourists alike. Thousands of people flocked to the area to eat, shop, stroll and enjoy the festive environment created by the dramatic window displays. The competition has already grown substantially and this year’s enchanted theme of "Classic Children’s Books and Fairy Tales" certainly lays the foundation for endless creative material. The designers have been encouraged to strive for an original and contemporary take on the classic stories and to look for inventive ways to incorporate the stores’ merchandise. To fill the windows, entrants are given a budget to execute their vision and granted creative carte blanche. The competition affords participating students widespread
exposure, an incredible portfolio showpiece and the chance at over $2,000 in scholarship money (generously donated by Silicon Labs) to divide among the design team. Last year, one of the winning designers from the inaugural window walk said that the installation she created was instrumental in earning her an internship with Cirque du Soleil. “We are thrilled to host the competition with Silicon Labs for the second year running,” says Julie Sutton-McGurk, 2SD Retail Marketing Director. “The event has strengthened our community, offered both residents and visitors public art and contributed to the magical atmosphere of the season.” Over-the-top artistic holiday window displays were made famous in the iconic department stores of New York City. Through the years, these have become a tourist attraction of their own. 2SD borrowed from the brilliance and success of this delightful Big Apple tradition and added a twist by creating the scholarship competition to spotlight some amazing local designers who might otherwise go unrecognized to a broad audience. The designer’s original concepts were submitted months ago to a committee and had to pass through a rigorous selection process. On December 8, the top designs will be unveiled and showcased through January 2. “Celebrity” judging for the Second Annual Holiday Window Walk takes place Saturday, December 15, during an all-day event where participants are treated to carolers, special in-store events and, of course, an appearance by Santa himself. If a truly magical, unique Austin experience is on your wish list this year, take the entire family to downtown’s 2ND Street District, where the Annual Holiday Window Walk will surely set the tone for a festive season of whimsy, wonder and fun. For more information visit 2ndstreetdistrict.com. ALM
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Off to the Races Formula 1 Takes Over Austin By Amber Groce
November 16–18 will mark a first in Austin: Circuit of The America’s Formula 1 Grand Prix. While the race actually takes place at the COTA track in southeast Austin, various other events will be happening in conjunction to this iconic event all around Austin. With this race event comes other exciting headlines in Austin, including Fan Fest. Several streets in downtown Austin will be converted into a festival area, complete with arts, street performers, F1 simulators, F1 show cars, interactive sponsor activations, bars, parties, a family fun zone and (since we are in Austin) a heavy lineup of music gigs. Aerosmith will be headlining the festival and are in good company. Also performing during this event is Enruique Iglesias, Nelly, Cobra Starship and The Wallflowers. Main stage concerts (shows at the Frank Erwin Center, Convention Center, ACL Live @ The Moody Theater and the Bob Bullock Texas State History Museum) are ticketed events. Austin Convention Center will be turned into The COTA Club: one giant Ibiza style nightclub playing host Friday and Saturday nights to some of the world’s hottest touring artists, intermixed with high energy DJ’s and an amazing sound, lights and video show creating the ultimate party experience. On Sunday, the Bob Bullock Texas State History Museum will be transformed into a giant three story club, complete with the main stage in the giant foyer hosting two skyrocketing superstar acts in Fitz & The Tantrums and Ghostland Observatory; the Spirit Theater hosting The Wailers in the museums more intimate theater setting, an EDM DJ in the VIP room on the third floor, The Voice’s Tje Austin performing on the outdoor patio, and other DJ performances. If free shows are your thing, check out the five stages in the heart of downtown at Austin Fun Fest. Visit COTA’s website for the most up-to-date information: circuitoftheamericas.com.
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Paint Formula 1 Blu By Amber Groce
Ferraris, Aston Martins and Porsches regularly line the entrance to the W Hotel Austin, announcing their power and elegance with a subtle reserve. When a Formula 1 car pulls up alongside them during the forthcoming Circuit of the Americas event, it will match the usual suspects stride for stride in sophistication, but likely will not have the same humility. It is a fitting, then, that the W Hotel will also play host to one of the boldest parties over the course of Formula 1's arrival in Austin, but still maintain the class that we have come to know and love that is the signature of the hotel. Calling their event "Blu At The W," the hotel, with its multiple bars, banquet halls and the convenient proximity of fine dining mainstay, TRACE, the events hosted at the W look to marry the fervor for Formula 1 with fashion, music and art. At the heart of the W Hotel's events is a fashion show that will bring the latest style from overseas and place it firmly in the vantage of its high profile guests. Blu At The W will also flip the clock upsidedown and create an environment that is usually reserved for after parties and bring it to mid-day hours. With DJs spinning dance beats at all hours and a party atmosphere on demand at all hours, W Hotel Austin is also offering daily brunches for race weekend that will revive the weariest of race fans. Tickets are available at bluatthew.com.
When festivals come to town, whether SXSW, Austin City Limits Festival or the Austin Film Festival, there is always a central hub of activity and potentially great people-watching. As Formula 1 soon takes over nearly every inch of the city, the place to sit, sip and witness will be the Four Seasons. Their elegant facilities will be transformed into a hotspot to rival the likes of Morocco and Rio de Janeiro. Aptly titling their schedule of events, "Gold at the Four," the slate promises lunches, banquets, breakfasts and late night evening festivities. All of this will, of course, be bathed in the sound that makes Austin legendary enough to host a global event–live music. Kellye Gray, White Ghost Shivers and Soul Track Mind will bring the noise for the various events, which include a race ball and prohibition cocktail party that is likely to repeal plenty of inhibitions and give everyone a cause to celebrate. Tickets are available now for each event or for an all-access VIP treatment pack that ensures that you will be treated to luxury only reserved for the poshest of European destinations. For more details, visit goldatthefour.com.
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With all of this year's Formula 1 parties, along with the race itself, it is possible that one could overlook the sheer volume of music that will descend upon Austin. Fresh from Austin City Limits Festival and the recent Fun Fun Fun Fest, music lovers have good reason to embrace the Formula 1 festivities. Boasting performances from the likes of Flo Rida, Lupe Fiasco, The Wallflowers and SXSW darlings, Fitz & the Tantrums, the party will take over the heart of downtown in the same way as other festivals, but with a global spotlight on our fair city. Collectively named the Austin Fan Fest Powered by Mobil 1, the variety and frequency events will deliver musical gems to venues throughout the city. And while there will be a collective shutdown of over twenty blocks downtown for the weekend, the negative effect will likely be overpowered by the sheer volume of performances throughout our city. The Hope Diamond of Formula 1 events in Austin, however, will be the appearance of rock and roll legends, Cheap Trick and Aerosmith. They will light up the Frank Erwin Center on November 16, bringing a mainstream appeal familiar to fans as a symbol of American rock to the worldwide audience. The immeasurable benefit of all this fanfare to Austinites is the A-list musical talents that frequently headline Dallas or Houston will be rocking the city limits. To find out more about Austin Fan Fest Powered by Mobil 1, visit austinfanfest.com.
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Austin is a huge city, full of different experiences, hidden gems and venues waiting to be discovered. As residents, we tend to forget that the city still has plenty to explore. Thanks to SherpaLux, Austin’s premiere guide service, both residents and visitors alike have a way to see the city through a new lens. Specializing in personalized, one-of-a-kind excursions, Founder Joseph McMahan created SherpaLux as a way to show corporate groups and tourists a side of Austin that they normally wouldn’t get to enjoy. Ever wanted to see Austin as a true Austinite would? Sherpalux can make that happen. Take the “A Day in The Life of an Austinite” tour as an example. To start, customers begin with a late lunch of offerings from local food trailers, followed by shopping on Austin’s famous South Congress Avenue. From there, a drink at the iconic Continental Club provides a great opportunity to refresh, recharge and kick back with a cold drink and live music. The day ends with a stop at one of the city’s best dive bars. With 21 different tour options, SherpaLux has something for every interest. The company provides something of a “pick your own adventure,” with options that include a Culinary Crawl, an Austin Outdoors tour, a Live Music Crawl and a Girls Night Out tour, among others. Prices vary depending on the tour, but range from $50 to $200 per person. With SherpaLux, the attention to detail is unmatched. From the transportation to the communication to the timing, not a single aspect is overlooked. Regardless of your experience with the city or the tour you choose, you are guaranteed to be treated like royalty and learn all of the secrets Austin has to offer. For detailed information on specific tours and pricing, visit sherpalux.com or call SherpaLux at (512) 712-5620.
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Since the fire that destroyed Restaurant Jezebel in 2010, Austinites have spent nearly three years anxiously awaiting its return. After what seemed like an eternity, Chef and Owner Parind Vora is finally ready to re-introduce the Austin gem to the city. More shocking than the new locale is Jezebel’s requirement that men don jackets. Atypical of Austin’s usual dinner dress code of jeans and a top, Vora felt it was a must for his restaurant. “Having the jacket requirement elevates the experience,“ Vora said. “I feel like you will have one of the best meals of your life when dining with us, so why not be anticipatory and begin that excitement while getting ready?” Housed in the new Cirrus Logic building on West 6th, Jezebel will be located next to Bar Mirabeau, another of Vora’s new ventures. Guests walk through Bar Mirabeau to get into the small 32-seat restaurant. A pre-meal interview is conducted with each diner to determine food preferences, allergies, likes/dislikes, etc., because Restaurant Jezebel offers no menus. Rather, there are two prix fixe dining options for guests to choose from—a four-course $85 menu and a seven-course $125 option. The kitchen prepares a personalized meal, specifically geared to each diner’s preferences. Vora is hoping that Restaurant Jezebel’s new direction will bring a Michelin-Star experience into the city. With such deliberate preparation, each dish is sure to be a hit with diners, but don’t try to pick a favorite—Vora won’t make it again for you. “We want every experience at Jezebel to be a new one for you. What we don’t want is for Jezebel to be a place where you order the same steak and wine every time,” he said. As part of the new Jezebel, the restaurant will track guest preferences, allowing them to build off your profile each visit. A modern day phoenix, Jezebel is creating a new, better restaurant from the ashes of the old; and Parind Vora is ready to display his creation proudly.
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Are You Feeling Lucky? Ever feel that finding the perfect cider in the U.S. requires the luck of the Irish? Americanmade brands are either too sweet or don’t taste enough like cider that your taste buds yearn for more. That is, until now. Created using the same tried-and-true methods found on the Emerald Isle, Leprechaun Cider may be the pot of gold at the end of the rainbow. CEO and Founder Jake Schiffer came up with the idea for Leprechaun Cider after a study abroad trip he took in 2010. “During my trip to Ireland, I really got hooked on cider—I had never had an artisanal cider before. But, when I came back to America, all I could find were sweet ciders, which were really having a negative affect on me.” Leprechaun uses a combination of the finest handpicked apples, fermented into juice using champagne yeasts. This creates a very dry cider, so they increase sweetness by adding back fresh crushed apples—a true differentiator from American ciders, as most companies put in water, sugar and other preservatives. Leprechaun offers a variety of ciders, beginning with the Golden Cider—a sweet cider similar to what is already on U.S shelves. “We didn’t want to scare off the people who already drink cider by jumping right in with the hard stuff, but it is available,” Jake said. That “hard stuff” is the company’s European Dry Cider, reminiscent of the ciders Jake fell in love with during his travels. This variety is also used as the base for two seasonal blends–the Pomegranate and the Strawberry Ciders. But it’s not just the creation process that makes Leprechaun Cider as unique as their folklore namesake—it’s the passion Jake and his team have, as well as their relentless desire to make Americans equally as passionate. “Currently, cider is stigmatized in the U.S because they are all so sweet,” Jake says. “We want people to realize that that is not what all ciders are.”
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Gulf Shores/ Orange Beach, Alabama It’s a long day in the car, but you can make it from Austin to Gulf Shores/ Orange Beach, AL in approximately 12 hours (not counting stops). Once referred to as “The Redneck Riviera”, this area of the Gulf Coast boasts beautiful white-sand beaches and has made a
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name for itself in the tourism department. I’ve been surprised at how many times I’ve heard Austinites talk about heading to these beaches. Note that the farther east you go from Texas, the whiter the sand on the beaches and the clearer the water. Alabama is the turning point as Mississippi beaches, such as Gulfport/Biloxi, still have darker waters and sand. Much like South Padre in Texas, the coastline of Gulf Shores/ Orange Beach is dotted with condo after condo. You won’t find many beach houses, so staying at a high-rise condo is your best selection. Phoenix West is a new development within the Brett Robinson brand of condos and offers polished surroundings that are still suitable for a family. The 3-bedroom condo we stayed in felt upscale, clean and borderline luxurious. We were able to sleep 4 adults and 3 kids with plenty of living area, too. You know you are in posh surroundings when the phone in the kitchen has speed dial buttons for pizza, golf and fishing. The kids loved the lazy river and pool area, while the adults enjoyed the indoor pool with hot tubs, especially when the rain blew in for the day. The beach was just across the boardwalk and offered plenty of sandy real estate for chairs and umbrellas. Here are a few Gulf Shores/Orange Beach restaurants to sink your teeth into: LuLu’s—Owned and operated by Jimmy Buffett’s sister, Lucy,
this restaurant is as much amusement park the Florida panhandle handles reservations for as eatery. Known for their “Cheeseburgers in Summerwind Condominium, where we stayed. Paradise” (yes, like Jimmy’s song), you can create Summerwind, right on the beach, also offers your own burger, a la the “Crazy Sista Version”. a pool for its guests. The condo is conveniently The restaurant also boasts many Southern fried located very close to the heart of the town’s specialties, such as the ever-delectable Fried restaurants and right next to the famous Fishing Green Tomatoes served with LuLu’s Wow Sauce, Pier, which was recently rebuilt and has a tasty and their own brew, the Crazy Sista Honey Ale. grill at the end where you can enjoy cheese sticks Make sure you leave time to look around the gift and cold draft beer. shop, use the photo booth, climb the Mountain Our favorite activity in Navarre Beach was of Youth (a ropes course) and even take in some the trip to Gulf Breeze Zoo, founded by Walter live music. “Pat” Quinn almost 30 years ago. This 50 acres Cobalt—This dimly-lit restaurant is ideal for a of adventure is the most interactive zoo I’ve cozy dinner right on the water. You are greeted experienced. Inspired by safari trips to Africa in with a fish tank and cupcake display (yes, a strange the early ‘80s, Pat built this “zoological laboratory” combination) in the lobby. The seafood at Cobalt that now includes over 1,000 animals, including a tastes so fresh, you’ll think they caught it right baby gorilla, baby bunnies and even baby peacocks outside the window. Try the Paneed Grouper with walking around freely with their moms. Sweet Pea & Asparagus Risotto, combined with The first animal we encountered was the one the Willamette Valley Vineyard Chardonnay and we named “Buffy the buffalo”. Buffy hungrily ate end it with a slice of cheesecake or crème brule. from the food bowls we had to offer and quickly The Hangout—A “hang loose” great time endeared herself to us. We enjoyed seeing White for the whole family, make plenty of time to Crested Blue Polish Chickens and the Sebright visit The Hangout. Adults will love reminiscing Bantam Chickens, who were a gorgeous gold through their collection of vintage aluminum color; and the colorful toucans eating blueberries lunchboxes on one display wall and another wall (the male fed the female her favorite food). We full of old band-aid cans and a ceiling of vintage also enjoyed the train ride, which carried us Pez dispensers. If I haven’t sold you already, the through 30 acres and showcased the rhinos from kids will love their Family Fun Foam Party. About South Africa and we were able to feed two hungry once an hour, they sound an alarm and kids run to giraffes by hand. However, the highlight of the the activity deck where loads of fun foam pours Gulf Breeze Zoo visit was the aviary called the out and kids of all ages squeal with delight. In the Budgiery, where 400 brightly colored parakeets evenings, kids can also enjoy a sand pit, bungee fly around to eat from the food sticks that you can jump and snow cone stand while the adults sip on purchase and carry. We had never experienced cocktails and listen to live music. (The Hangout is anything so thrilling and hands-on at a zoo! featured in the BP commercial mentioned earlier.) Navarre Beach had its fair share of delicious After you’ve eaten until your heart’s content, restaurants, also: you can go burn some calories at the Peninsula Cactus Flower—Owned by Austinites John Golf and Racquet Club in Gulf Shores. This course & Sherry Spofford, this small Mexican café was has a nice layout that is fair. The greens are in just what these Texans needed. With A+ customer excellent shape and the course putts well and is service and exquisitely fresh ingredients, this true. But, keep your eyes open; some of the ponds meal was a real treat! You won’t find one-sizehave resident alligators. The course is challenging fits-all dining here. From the tortilla soup offered and fun for the experienced golfer. in mild, medium or spicy to the cool sangria and lime margaritas mixed in-house, Cactus Flower Navarre Beach, Florida is top-notch. I tried the daily special of Blue Crab From Gulf Shores, travel about an hour and Quesadilla, the fresh guacamole and the Queso half down the coastline, and you’ll reach a Bites. Every bite was perfection and that includes quiet gem called Navarre Beach in the Florida the buttercake for dessert! panhandle and right on the coastline. Navarre Stinky’s Fish Camp—This is the place for fresh Beach is peacefully situated between Pensacola seafood in Navarre Beach. With their wood floors and Panama City Beach. The solitude and lack and Cajun music playing, you’ll want to order up a of commercialism is what attracted me to this healthy dose of crustaceans here. They start you area. 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recommend the grilled scampi, which I was told is the “Cadillac of grouper”. You can pair your fresh seafood with a glass of wine, such as the Chalone Chardonnay from Monterey or a Southern Abita draft beer. You absolutely must leave room for their chocolate peanut butter pie. You’ll need to loosen your belt for this meal! HELEN BACK AGAIN—A strange name but a lively sports bar that offers great pizza. If you’re in the mood for a relaxed atmosphere with more of a bar scene (there were a few others there with kids), head over and order some drinks, fried cheese sticks and a cheesy pizza made-to-order. You can also choose from sandwiches and a few salads. As far as golf ing in Navarre Beach, the municipal course is for a beginner golfer who doesn’t play very often or a good opportunity for a more experienced golfer to take a child along. Our 8-year old son enjoyed riding along on the golf course with his dad for the first time. Because the course was not crowded, it provided a nice opportunity for the two of them to play at an easy pace, too. Panama City Beach, Florida Drive another few hours down the Florida coast and you’ll reach the ever-popular Panama City Beach. Known to Floridians as PCB, this area is definitely commercialized and touristy. However, if you travel through town and pass all the souvenir shops, malls and public beaches, you’ll reach the bay. St. Andrews Bay is more secluded, residential and serene. You will eventually reach your haven, Bay Point Wyndham Resort. When President Obama wanted to make a Florida Gulf Coast promotional visit, this is where he stayed. We enjoyed the Bay Point Wyndham so much that we arrived on a Friday afternoon, left on a Monday and only left once (for breakfast at the Waffle House and to grab a few souvenirs). Our adjoining rooms on the lower level of the main building looked out on the Palms Pool. We were also right across from the fitness center and right next to the Kids Club and indoor pool, so we were very conveniently located. We enjoyed the location of our room so much that when I return, I will request that same hallway. The rooms had ample space, a mini fridge and in-room movies (although they were pricey, $15-$18/movie). Palms Pool, which was beautiful and looked out upon the bay, was next to Flip Flops bar (where you could also order grill food) and the Azalea Pool. You also have access to the heated hot tub at the indoor pool and the mega-large Reflections Pool. Serenity Spa is located near the Reflections
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Pool and offers a wide variety of massages, skin care and nail services. With your treatment, you can enjoy the relaxation area, whirlpool, dry sauna and steam room. Bring a good book and let yourself indulge in all of these for at least a half day. The spa staff will offer you champagne or a mimosa. Make sure you enjoy dinner at King fish Restaurant at the main lodge, where you can sit on the patio, which overlooks St. Andrews Bay. I highly recommend the Potato Crusted Grouper with mushroom risotto, sautéed baby spinach lump crab meat, all in a roasted fennel sauce or Beef Filet Mignon with fingerling potatoes and vegetables with béarnaise sauce & port wine demi glaze. The highlight of our v isit to Bay Point Wyndham was relaxing at Lime’s restaurant & bar, which is situated on the end of the resort’s pier. On the weekends, you can enjoy hearing local live music nightly and sip on frozen margaritas or non-alcoholic frozen fruit drinks. You can order from the grill menu, which includes chips & guacamole, chicken quesadillas, fish tacos and chicken wraps, all of which are accompanied by delicious French fries. The great service, coupled with fun live music and sitting right on the water kept us coming back night after night. From the same pier, you can hop aboard the Bay Point Lady, a complimentary ferry that will take you over to Shell Island. You can stay as long or as short as you like because the ferry runs four times a day. Shell Island is where you can enjoy private beach access to the white PCB beaches the area is known for. Hopefully, I have convinced you to take advantage of all that the lively Gulf Coast has to offer. This trip will deliver the spirit and charm that the South is known for; in addition to entertaining you along the way with thick accents and friendly demeanor everywhere you go. You’ll encounter smiles, a helpful attitude, white sandy beaches, the best fried food in the country and a respite from the daily grind. This Southern chick will keep returning as often as possible to this “happy place.” Marika Flatt has been a freelance travel writer since 2002, writing for publications such as: GoodHousekeeping.com, FamilyTravel.com, Plate & Vine, and ChickVacations.com. Her travel writing has also appeared on NPR.org. She lives with her husband and 3 children (who love to travel) in Austin.
HELPFUL LINKS brettrobinson.com, Phoenix West, Orange Beach, AL gulfshores.com & orangebeach.com thehangout.com lulubuffett.com beachestorivers.com (Navarre Beach info) wyndhamvacationrentals.com, Summerwind West, Navarre Beach, FL gulfbreezezoo.org wyndhambaypoint.com, Panama City Beach, FL Peninsula Golf and Racquet Club 20 Peninsula Blvd, Gulf Shores, Al 36542 Phone: (251) 968-8009
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The 2013 Dell Children’s Gala will take place on January 26 at the Austin Convention Center. The much anticipated black-tie gala is the annual fundraising event for Dell Children’s Medical Center of Central Texas. Mary Miles and Owen Temple are co-chairing this year’s Gala and have selected the theme of the event, which is you. Dell Children’s is here for you and because of you. Each year, proceeds from the Gala provide more than $1 million to the Medical Center’s area of greatest need. This year’s event will include cocktails, live music, silent and live auctions, dinner and dancing with more than 1,000 private supporters and members of the medical community. The evening begins with a cocktail reception at 6 p.m., followed by dinner and program at 7:30 p.m. The program also includes a video presentation sharing the story of a DELL CHILDREN’S GALA family who has benefited from the holistic January 26 care offered at Dell Children’s. After the Austin Convention Center program, gala attendees can dance, enjoy childrensaustin.org the casino lounge and listen to music from the Band of Heathens and Jamie Wilson, Savannah Welch and Liz Foster (of The Trishas), and other special guests. Head over to the Four Seasons Hotel starting at 11 p.m. for an after party.
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look forward to helping tell the story of the exceptional people and facilities that make the Dell Medical Center hospital such an amazing place. Dell Children’s Medical Center is the only dedicated freestanding pediatric facility in the region. Serving a 46-county area and more than 142,000 sick and injured children per year, Dell Children’s is the premier health care provider for children and adolescents. Children who receive care at Dell Children’s Medical Center are treated with extra time, extra monitoring, tailored equipment, medications and doses according to body needs and size, specialized pediatric medical skills and compassion, as well as access to family during the entire duration of their stay. A wide range of healthcare services are provided by a multidisciplinary team of pediatric specialists and nurses at Dell Children’s Medical Center. Tickets are $500 and can be purchased online at: childrensaustin.org/cmcf/get-involved/annual-giving-programs/ childrens-council/gala-2013
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The Chairs The 2013 Dell Children’s Gala is co-chaired by Mary Miles & Owen Temple. The couple resides in Austin with their two children, Bond and Pace. Hailing from Dallas, Mary Miles graduated from Southern Methodist University with a B.A. in Communications. She is currently the Director of Marketing and Business Development for Milestone Distributors, a wholesale appliance distributor and marketing company in Texas and the Southwest United States. A talented performing songwriter, Owen Temple has recorded eight albums of original songs and performs thousands of shows across the country and overseas. Originally from Kerrville, Texas, Owen came to Austin in 1995 to pursue degrees in Finance and Plan II at the University of Texas. He began writing songs and performing in local music clubs within a few months of moving to town. In addition to his work as a musician, Owen earned a Masters in Psychology from the University of Wisconsin - Madison, and worked as a financial analyst for Lehman Brothers. Since 2006, Owen’s focus and full-time occupation has been his music and the operation of his music publishing company and record label, El Paisano Records. Spearheading the Dell Children's Medical Center Gala is a way Owen and Mary Miles have decided to give back to the community by leading the Dell Children’s Medical Center Gala, and they
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St. Jude's Lone Stars and Angels St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital marked its 50th year with millions of lives to celebrate. In the last five decades, St. Jude researchers have helped push overall survival rates for childhood cancer from 20 to 80 percent. Austinites celebrated this accomplishment and raised funds to continue defeating these terrible diseases at St. Jude’s 6th annual “Lone Stars & Angels” fundraising event on Thursday, November 8, featuring Texas vocalist Cory Morrow and other Austin musicians. The “Texas Chic” event lit up the Bob Bullock Texas State History Museum and featured dinner, dancing, cocktails and live and silent auctions. K-EYE, CBS-42 Anchor, Ron Oliveira reclaimed his place as Master of Ceremonies for the evening. Presenting sponsors included the Auburn & Shara Dennis Family. Entertainment sponsors were: Hay Compere PLLC, and print sponsors were Quik Print of Austin. Cory Morrow is a well-known fixture on the Texas Country scene and a pioneer of the Lone Star State’s brand of Country music. This was his third year to graciously entertain supporters, and he did so in laudable style. St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital is the nation’s top children’s cancer hospital and is the first and only pediatric cancer center to be designated as a Comprehensive Cancer Center by the National Cancer Institute. Founded by late entertainer Danny Thomas in 1962, and based in Memphis, Tenn., St. Jude freely shares its discoveries with scientific and medical communities around the world. It is the only pediatric cancer research center where families never pay for treatment, regardless of whether it is covered by insurance or the family is unable to pay. It is financially supported by ALSAC, its
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fundraising organization. The daily operating cost for St. Jude is $1.7 million, which is primarily covered by public contributions. For more information, please visit stjude.org. St. Jude was the first pediatric research institute to place doctors, scientists and patients “all under one roof,” creating a worldwide model for “bench-to-beside” research and treatment of childhood cancers and other life-threatening diseases. On average, 7,800 active patients visit the hospital each year—most on an outpatient basis. It maintains 78 inpatient beds and treats over 260 patients each day. One of the most common forms of childhood cancer is acute lymphoblastic leukemia (ALL). When St. Jude began treating this cancer in 1962, the survival rate was 4 percent. Today, thanks to St. Jude, the survival rate for ALL is 94 percent! Central Texans see a direct benefit from St. Jude because children being treated for cancer here or anywhere in the world may use a protocol developed by St. Jude. Additionally, some local area children travel to St. Jude, in Memphis, for treatment. For more information on their stories, or to set up an interview, please contact Suzanne Majors Davis at: (512) 773-3036. This year's St. Jude Lone Stars & Angels Event Chair was Scott Nietschmann and Austin Leadership Committee Members include: Marilyn Carter, Marketing Chair; Suzanne Majors Davis, Public Relations Chair; John A. Hay III, Social Chair; Carolyn Hopkins, Sponsorship Chair and Gail Wheelus, Auction Chair. Committee members include: Hon. Marilyn Aboussie, Carol Samouce, Greer Evans, Katie Gravley, Sarah Horne, Michael Iupe, Emily Mickelson, Wendy Taylor Miller, Laura Rach and Emily Rosenthal. To continue to support the efforts of St. Jude in Austin and get connected for the future or next year's Lone Stars & Angels event, visit stjude.org/austin.
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Dancing With The Stars Austin
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Each year, the Center for Child Protection raises money to continue their mission of helping abused children of Austin. The 2012 Dancing with the Stars Austin will take place at 6 p.m. on December 2 in the Hilton Austin Grand Ballroom. Like the popular television show, notable Austin figures will be paired with professional dancers to wow the crowd with ballroom performances. The competition will be a dance-off in which the community members fight for the coveted mirror ball trophy. Sponsored by Lexus of Austin, as well as the other generous corporate sponsors, Dancing with the Stars Austin brings out people in Austin for an evening of dancing, dinner and all around great fun. Founded in 1989, The Center for Child Protection is a nationally accredited children’s advocacy center for suspected child victims of sexual abuse, physical abuse, neglect and for children who have witnessed a violent crime. The Center is a child-friendly, speciallyequipped facility in Travis County where children and their protective family or caregiver go for evidence gathering, forensic medical exams, counseling and intervention during the investigation and prosecution of child abuse cases. Referrals are made exclusively
through law enforcement and Child Protective Services, and all services are provided at no charge. The Center’s mission is to reduce the trauma for children during the investigation and prosecution of child abuse cases. Events like Dancing with the Stars Austin allow the center to provide services like pet therapy, an interactive ropes course and psychiatric services. This year’s celebrity dancers include: Carol Adams, President of Animal Trustees of Austin; Clayton DANCING WITH THE Aynesworth, Founder of Alternative Healing STARS AUSTIN of Austin; Meria Carstarphen, Superintendent December 2 of Austin Independent School District; David Hilton Downtown Austin Garza, Personal Trainer for Camp Gladiator centerforchildprotection.org A rena ; Wendy Ha r vey, Development Specialist for The Arbor; Ginny Jones, Mother, Philanthropist & Community Volunteer; Andra Liemandt, Drummer for The Cover Girls; Tanuj Nakra, Cosmetic Surgeon at Texas Oculoplastic Consultants; Graydon Parrish, Artist, Art Historian, Color Theorist; and Alex Winkelman, Executive Director of Citizen Generation. The event will prove to be a fantastic entertaining evening that will raise money for a worthy organization and help children in Austin.
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Heroes Walk Among Us We all have heroes. Some are our parents. Some are the super heroes we see on TV. And some are complete strangers—like the Team in Training Iron Angels. Nineteen members strong, the Iron Angels are a group of regular people—students, veterinarians, lawyers, and more – training for one purpose: to help find a cure for blood cancer. Born out of the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society’s (LLS) Team in Training, a fitness group that competes in endurance sports (marathons, triathlons and century rides) while raising money to find a cure for blood cancers, the Iron Angels are something special. After participating in previous Team in Training events, several of the group’s Alumni were interested in completing an Ironman with Team in Training (for reference, an Ironman is largely considered one of the most difficult endurance events around, consisting of a 2.4 mile swim, 112 mile bike, and 26.2 mile run). Head Coach Steve Blackmon, with the help of Assistant Coach Ken Wilke, created an Ironman training group, and the 19 members began training and fundraising in December 2011 for the Arizona Ironman (taking place November 18). In order to participate in Team in Training, athletes are required to fundraise a pre-specified amount of money (75 percent of which goes directly towards cancer research). In the case of the Iron Team, each member was asked to raise a minimum of $4,400 to complete the event, but each member is on track to raise about $5,300. Thus far, the team has raised more than $90,000—all of which will be used to help find a cure for a disease that has affected so many of their teammates, friends, family and thousands more strangers. Through
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the course of its lifespan, Team in Training has raised over $1.2 billion to fund lifesaving research and develop first-line therapy treatments, including Gleevec and Rituxan. But it’s still not enough. The statistics surrounding the disease are truly staggering. Every four minutes someone is diagnosed with blood cancer, and every 10 minutes a life is lost. These numbers are worn on the Team in Training event jerseys to serve as a constant reminder of what the team is fighting for. In June 2012, this hit the Iron Team a little too close to home, when two of its teammates lost a family member to the disease. 17-year-old Chris Price had spent a long year fighting blood cancer, and, despite the enormous strides that are being made each and every day, was unable to beat his battle. In honor of Chris, the Iron Team decided to dedicate their fundraising efforts to him and renamed their team Chris Price’s Iron Angels. Per Team in Training rules, if the Iron Angels team raises $100,000, the organization will honor him in their research efforts, and potentially name an entire research grant after him. As this team spends these last few weeks preparing for the most trying event in many of their lives, they will each have a special motivation, knowing that their work is not just personal. Through the money the Iron Team has raised, and the awareness the group has brought to blood cancer in Austin and nationwide, the Chris Price Iron Angels will be helping thousands of people in need— without ever even meeting many of these people. If that’s not a hero, then I don’t know what is. If you’re interested in donating to the Chris Price Iron Angels team, go to their website: pages.teamintraining.org/sctx/ironaz12/ chrispricesironangels.
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A Songstress Who Never Leaves Her Southern Roots Behind
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eet Meiko. A Southern girl from microscopic-town Georgia who is taking Los Angeles and now the nation by storm. She makes pop music for the intellectual masses. You don’t have to be whip-smart to get it, but her clever lyrical prowess and sweet melodies will satisfy everyone from the passive listener to the my-headphones-can’t-be-any-bigger cerebral music nerd. We first got to know Meiko and her charm over the course of an unexpectedly enlightened hour during South by Southwest last March. Her southern belle foundation was immediately apparent and was only slightly affected by her few years as an Angeleno. Austin Lifestyle Magazine managed to revisit with her after the release of her new album and a year on the road.
Where did you get your start in music? I’m from a really small town in Georgia. It’s very very in the middle of nowhere and I grew up listening to my dad play guitar. My dad is an amazing songwriter, but a really shy one. He’s never played a show in his life, he just likes to sit on his back porch and play music. So, I grew up listening to him. Once I graduated from high school, my older sister was living in Miami and I was debating on whether or not I was going to college. I decided to think about it for a year, so I went to Miami for almost a year when my sister wanted to move to L.A. I set my dad down and said, “I just don’t think I’m going to college.” He said, “go with your gut, follow your heart.” And I did, and it was the best decision I ever made.
Tell us about your Southern roots and the culture shock of moving west. When you’re a little kid, you learn to say, “yes, ma’am” and “no, ma’am;” and “yes, sir” or “no, sir.” When I first moved to L.A., I was still saying that. I was straight out of high school and I would say that to people who were just a couple of years older than me and I offended a lot of people. Women would say, “What, do you think that I’m old?”
How was your time in Austin, having visited this year? It was amazing. I’d never played Stubb’s before. I had seen a bunch of shows there, but hadn’t played. The Austin crowds are always amazing. It was very energetic and I felt like there was a lot of love in that room. It’s really nice to have that after being beaten up from the road. And I’d never had the ribs at Stubb’s, but my friends are all tired of hearing me talk about them, they were so good and I’m a cheerleader for their ribs.
What I noticed, first-off, was that people couldn’t believe how nice I was and how I had all of these Southern manners. They weren’t used to it. People are either surprised about that or the accent.
We have to talk about Southern cooking. You had some significant fame for a cooking video. What else are you working on? I’ve been making fried chicken every now and then, and I’m getting pretty good. It’s kind of an intense recipe. There’s a lot involved. We have a family recipe that my dad gave me and I kind of mixed up with one from Paula Deen, who has a hot and spicy chicken recipe. So, I kind of took a little bit from her and took a little bit from dad and came up with this amazing dish.
We’re very smart and we’re very savvy. There are some special ones, when we go back home, when you’re like, “why are you not wearing shoes in the grocery store?” But, really, the Southern upbringing has been nothing but beneficial. When you’re done with all of the music, the touring, will you come “home?” I think I really like action, things happening and seeing new things and being enlightened. And my small town is just kind of small. Bless their hearts, they’re a small town. My older sister lives in L.A., while the oldest is a teacher in Georgia. She goes to church Wednesdays and Sundays, morning and night. I will always go home to visit, but I don’t know that I’d ever live there again.
Other Southern evacuees should take note of Meiko’s formula: Maintain your charm and a modicum of accent while being informed, not jaded. Gain experience first, then fame. Seek adventure and you’ll find yourself. But most importantly: Honor your gifts. Check out Meiko’s album and the hit video for her single, “Stuck on You,” in which she showcases her many talents and teaches you how to make her now-famous Turkey Balls. ALM
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BY DANIEL R A MIREZ PHOTOS BY JOHN RUSSO, DARREN ABATE & BROOKE LYONS
I'm going to let you in on a secret. We regularly and rightly proclaim a good number of the celebrities we interview in the pages of Austin Lifestyle Magazine as our heroes. By the nature of their position and station, they manage to inspire creativity, provide meaningful entertainment and, in some cases, challenge humanity to be better. Such are the qualities of an Ed Burns, a Pat Green, a Kevin Costner and an ever-inspiring Eva Longoria. They are worthy of the admiration heaped upon them by an adoring public. But if I'm going to be honest, the same name has been bouncing around the offices of Austin Lifestyle Magazine for over two years. When we sat down and made a list of the "unbeatable gets," one name surpassed all others, whispered in awe or spoken with a laugh, as if admitting defeat by default—Bourdain. We are a lifestyle magazine, interested in food, drink, beauty and any place or space that tells a story. We have a fondness for adventure, whether within the city limits or well beyond. Which is why, when we considered who was living the ultimate lifestyle, we were quick to forego the Life of Riley and longed to know‌ austinlifestylemagazine.com
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t is surprising to know that he's not a household name throughout the land. In fact, there are more than a few who have hidden beneath their covers or surrendered their inalienable right to basic cable and don't know the name of Anthony Bourdain. But, if one boldly claims the title of "foodie" or has an unquenchable thirst for travel, his name is synonymous with greenest envy. A former chef in the belly of the beast that is the New York City restaurant scene, Bourdain wrote the seminal exposé on kitchen culture and chef life, penning the realities of food and drink in his Kitchen Confidential. In that confessional, Bourdain spared neither ego nor confession and masked no spoiled dish, managing to weave into the pages a certain depth reserved for the likes of Salinger and Hemingway. To call it an instant hit is to understate its success. It sparked a foodiebased obsession that shows little sign of retreat. On the heels of the book's accolades, Bourdain found himself torn from the heat of a restaurant kitchen, the host of a television show and flung into the national spotlight. At age 56, Tony (as he prefers being referred to) Bourdain now lives out the mantra of his Travel Channel show's introduction. On "No Reservations," he proclaims, week after week, "I write. I travel. I eat. And I'm hungry for more." This is the ethos of Tony Bourdain, which is evinced in locations that span the globe from Sydney to Singapore, from Austria to Austin (more on that in a minute). These are the virtues of any lifestyle magazine, if we're to stay honest.
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So, it should be no wonder that sorrow was the order of the day when the premiere episode of No Reservation’s farewell tour aired; and the show focused solely on our fair city and Bourdain’s adventures during SXSW 2012. It effectively rubbed it in that our idol had been within the city limits, walking the streets and being stalked on social media like a marquee movie star, while the city took in one of its cornerstone events. Tony managed to navigate Austin like a seasoned local in the episode, partnering with food experts and musicians alike to get a tour of the town, from James Beard darling BarleySwine to the mythical barbecue legend that is Franklin Barbecue (he waited in line like everyone does), downing Shiner Bock with ease and taking in a backyard patio feast with rock stars. And, nine months since, Bourdain, in all of his blunt honesty and occasional profanity, still looks back upon his visit with fondness, when we caught up with him. Of Franklin Barbecue and the nature of overwhelming restaurant hype and the hype machine in general, Tony is realistic. “When people I trust, like Daniel Vaughn (of Full Custom Gospel BBQ fame), tell me that the hype is deserved, I probably will believe that,” Bourdain remarks. “Momofuku Ko in New York is just as good as the hype. I’ve been a lot of places where, no matter how hyped they are, they’re hyped because there’s quality under it all,” he begins. Polite words can’t express his Austin equivalent for the Michelin-star winning New York eatery, explaining, “Franklin has the best [bleep-
bleep] brisket I’ve ever had.” It can sometimes be a fancy charade, to tilt a celebrity interview toward a local angle, but with Bourdain, the conversation moves toward Austin. And, like a native son, Bourdain postulates on the scene in Austin in its own tongue–namely, music. When he looks toward his return, hoping to get back for SXSW 2013, he rattles off the list of bands he thinks should greet him in the coming months. His list reads like a primer for budding indie music fans and is worthy of East Austin street cred. “I think Mark Lanegan is getting it done, for sure. Anything Mark Lanegan does is incredible,” he begins. Tony’s musical acumen is a fabled thing on his show (especially in the Austin episode), but he quickly proves his mettle. When prompted further to hear whom else he’d love to see, he talks of longing to see “Queens of the Stone Age, in any of their forms–whether it is Eagles of Death Metal or Them Crooked Vultures.” And then, he manages to surprise even further, with a bit of a non-sequitir, confessing, “The Dangermouse, Daniele Lupi and Norah Jones' album, 'Rome,' I would love to see performed live.” It’s an eclectic mix that spans the full spectrum from gritty guitar rock to ambient house mash-ups, revealing quite the student. And music isn’t even Bourdain’s first love. In speaking of his first love, Tony looks back to the kitchen. He trained in the bowels of the New York restaurant scene, building Les Halles into the respected restaurant it still is today. And when reflecting, he is able to
recall with some fondness, the life that was so different from now. “I miss the sense of camaraderie, for sure,” he says. “I miss the sense of having done an honest day’s work, of knowing exactly how well or how poorly you did–real stats, real certainty–then going home tired and proud.” He isn’t dewy-eyed in retrospect, though. The reality of life in a hot kitchen has its charms, but it is a far cry from the significantly more ideal life he now leads, traveling the world and sampling all that each destination has to offer. “I don’t miss the work. I had just shy of 30 years of standing on my feet, going home stinking of food,” Tony explains. “When Kitchen Confidential hit, I was 44 years old, completely brokeass, horribly in debt, with no health insurance and no hope of having any,” he states, considering the past with a realist’s eye. If he ever considered going back, Bourdain talks of how it would be on his own terms and in his own time. In describing the details, given the chance to start from a blank slate, he has an answer at ready command. Far from the exhaustive menus of the modern brasseries, Bourdain’s hypothetical endeavor has a laser focus, and involves working with one of the most lauded chefs in the world. “I guess I’d like to throw burgers with Fergus Henderson. To me, it would be a restaurant much like St. John in London, but smaller. Maybe three things–one appetizer and one entrée on the menu and then a special menu, every day. Just, ‘This is what you’ve got. This is what’s on today. That’s it.’” Bourdain doesn’t want to complicate the choices for the diner
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or the chefs, advising, “a three-course, four-course menu of mostly meat and guts, cooked really, really well; old school dishes that I love, a white room-no pictures on the wall—and a bar; if you’re asking for a drink with more than two elements in it, you get punched.” It is his honesty, unshielded expression and purist attitude that have vaulted No Reservations to its nine seasons of pioneering success. The show champions the cause of the true foodie, the true traveler and the true adventure. It is clearly one of the reasons that foodie culture has grown to such prominence in the past decade, and has fueled the flame of food fans and innovators nationwide. When asked about the dissemination of cuisine culture to unexpected markets, Bourdain finds Austin a microcosm of the benefits of such a movement. “Look how the dining scene in Austin has changed over the last 15 years—the attention to ingredients, to sustainability issues and to just sheer excellence. You’re getting chefs who maybe just 15 or 20 years ago would have had to go to San Francisco or Chicago or New York to do the kind of food or to make the kind of money that they can now in Austin.” But, Tony elaborates, Austin is not alone in this evolution. “You’re seeing that everywhere, in Kansas City, in Asheville, North Carolina, Madison, Wisconsin–in Minneapolis and all of these places across the country,” he proposes. “It’s a worldwide thing, as well. It’s happening in South America, Japan and Baja, Mexico,” he said, continuing to explain that, “it’s really something that’s taken over and is good for the world.” With the success
of his show propelling a move from the Travel Channel to CNN, it is difficult to argue with his theory or his authority. In Bourdain’s travel and experience, he also postulates an explanation for the exponential growth of the dining trend and where it all began. “I think it’s useful to point out what Jonathan Gold just said, which is that a real tipping point was when eating well in a restaurant became a counter-cultural activity,” he said. The past few decades of promoting such activity has proven a wild ride for Tony—often times beyond the bounds of safety. He has conquered drug addiction, crippling debt and even a health scare or two. When one eats and drinks with Bourdain’s appetite, it stands to reason that health might become a concern. He has gone from upstart to pioneer, from manic kitchen to magazine cover; and his adventure continues still. When asked if he would change anything, his response is true to form—brutally honest, insightful and uncompromising. He states, “I think at any point in my life—if I go back to the beginning, when I was 17, before I started doing heroin and said, ‘Tony, it’s me, from the future,' I don’t think I would have changed.” Bourdain goes even further, positing that, “I think I would have told myself to go [bleep] myself; and I think that’s pretty much true, right up the line.” As avid fans and envious followers, who wished to live the “Life of Tony,” we can only hope his take remains the same in the years to come. ALM
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rolling and shaping small bits of clay to add dimensions. By 4:00 p.m., the school day is long over at Kealing Middle School, This is the 16th year that the Empty Bowl Project has taken place in but in the art classroom of Mariel Stotts, a new project is underway. 30 Austin and the third year that Ms. Stotts and the students of Kealing students sit around large tables, clad in red and blue smocks that protect Middle School have lent their talents to the cause. Through this project, football uniforms, soccer jerseys and t-shirts that bear messages like anybody with hands willing to sculpt can help to feed children in need “Beware Zombies” –quintessential middle school garb. The intensity here in Austin and give them a safe place to be after school, as all the of the chatter is only outdone by the intensity of hands attacking clay funds that are raised go to Kids Café and Meals for Kids programs. Each with any possible utensil. Everybody in the room is taking part in one of of the bowls, along with the soup and bread that fill them at the Empty humanity’s most ancient art forms—the crafting of clay bowls. Bowl event sell for $20. During the program’s time in Austin, it has Ms. Stotts and Kris Ashalter from the Austin Empty Bowl Project, raised $62,000. As Kris puts it, “That’s a lot of bowls.” unwrap a massive block of brown clay and set about it with strings of Ms. Stotts’ students are completely engrossed in their work, and it’s wire, cutting it down into small cubes which they then roll out into amazing that a group of kids can be so loquacious and yet so prolific pancake-like circles. Just as fast as they are making the clay disks, the with their art at the same time. Whatever their intentions for taking students are grabbing them and laying them over upside-down bowl part in the project may be, there is a joy to the work and a commitment molds at their tables. This is when the real art begins. Some students to craftsmanship. When she is able to take a break from cranking out work rapidly with broad strokes carving away at their clay. Others take workable pieces of clay for her students, Ms. Stotts lulls the din in the a slow pace to meticulously inscribe fine detail on their clay palettes. room for a moment to give further instruction and reminds the students, For a few, the clay bowl is a flat surface to build off of and they set about “It’s fun to work with clay but it’s also important to know you’re doing
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some good today.” A boy walks across the classroom as slowly as possible, with a look of terror in his eyes as he carries a bowl that has been transformed into a turtle. Across the room, a girl uses a comb with thick tines to carve a message into her bowl, which reads, “Don’t Worry Be Happy.” Whether the homage to Bobby McFerrin is overt or not is a mystery, but the message feels apt. Kris watches the flurry of activity that surrounds her and has a deeper appreciation for the moment. “It’s really nice that kids are making the bowls cause the money goes to back to kids. It gets them a warm meal and a safe place to be after school.” Artists of every kind play a part in making the Austin Empty Bowl Project a yearly success. Austin’s chefs make sure that all of the soup and bread is donated to the cause through their labor, resources, and creativity. Musicians provide the soundtrack to the celebration. And an extensive list of celebrities join in to make bowls of their own. Kris shows the students a slide show of celebrity-made bowls from years past, and none of the names elicit a response until she reaches the last one. “This is Kelly Clarkson’s bowl.” A collective “ooooooooooooooooh” fills the air. The Austin Empty Bowl project event, where Austinites can purchase the bowls and enjoy some soup, music and celebration takes place annually on the Sunday before Thanksgiving. This year, the event will be on November 18 at Marchesa Hall from 11 a.m.–3 p.m. As the work wraps up in the room Kris thanks the students for taking part in the project, but her voice is instantly drowned out by the thunderous “THANK YOU” screamed by 30 middle schoolers who got to spend the afternoon shaping their clay into something beautiful. To get involved, visit austinemptybowl.org.
Timing is Everything When he was younger, bass player Lamar Stockton had dreams of being a rock star. For many people in Austin, it is fortuitous that sometimes dreams change for the better, in personal and profound ways. While he is still a working musician, Lamar has perhaps impacted many more lives through his career in charity. Three years ago, Lamar and his friend Nate Navarro—formerly of the band Wideawake—had the idea that Austin’s musicians should get involved with Austin’s charities. Out of this idea came Music For The City, an organization whose purpose is to help Austin’s underserved through its artists. At its outset, Music For The City did what would logically be expected from a charity run by musicians—they put together compilation albums and they put on shows. Music For The City Vol. 1 was released in 2010 and had songs by 14 different Austin musicians and bands. Vol. 2 came out soon after, and the proceeds went to Austin Children’s Shelter and Austin Safe Place. After the release of the albums, Lamar and Nate took a look at the numbers to see how much of a difference they were making and the truly difficult nature of their mission came to light. “We created a buzz,” remembers Lamar, “but when we looked at the numbers it was just a drop in the bucket.” The costs involved with running the program were cutting into the ability to contribute financially; and it forced Lamar and Nate to have a conversation of a different nature. “What if, instead of just raising money, we got artists in town to volunteer?” Lamar wondered, and Nate said, “run with that.” It was this mentality that would transform Music For The City into its current form, a charity where Austin’s artists personally serve those in
need in our community. What started out as a handful of musicians has expanded into a troop of over 40 artists of every type: poets, painters, dancers, graphic designers and photographers have all joined in the mix. While funds are necessary to keep any charity operational, money is not always the most important resource that an organization can contribute. As Lamar so poignantly puts it, “Artists don’t have a lot of treasure, but they do have time and talent.” That time and talent is put to work all over town, but is most noticeable at the Austin Children’s Shelter, where Music For The City gets involved on the fourth Saturday of every month. 10 to 12 artists will come to the Shelter to set up shop and spend the day using their expertise to interact with the children. While some lead the kids in formal artistic instruction, others are available to just give some needed attention and respect—“First and foremost, the priority is to spend time with the kids so that they know they are important; and if art happens it’s a bonus.” Jason Poe, a local songwriter, musician and web developer is one of Music of the City’s most involved artists and is a frequent attendee of the Children’s Shelter Sessions. Jason shares his art with the children, but knows full well that the art is a vehicle for something larger. “Most of the children at ACS have had very bad experiences with adults,” Jason says, “so Music For The City has provided a way for us to provide positive experiences for the kids there.” The idea behind Music For The City is a simple concept, but the execution of its ideals are anything but. When your charity is not defined by the amount of money that is donated, measuring success becomes a more difficult task. And yet, the payoffs are clear for all to see. One of Lamar’s favorite memories comes from a songwriting workshop they hosted at the Children’s Shelter. “A girl wrote an entire song. We ended up recording it on an iPhone and playing it for everybody, she was so grateful.” Her appreciative words show what a charity of time and talent can achieve—“I want to thank you for showing me that I have something to give.” To get involved, visit musicforthecity.org.
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Leap Into Action “The studio is a special place.” Kathy Dunn Hamrick has a strong faith in this belief. Kathy knows the studio. As the artistic director of her own company and an accomplished dancer and choreographer, she has been able to spend her life in the studio. But she takes neither the space nor the purpose for granted and respects it as a sacred place that too few people have the opportunity to experience for themselves. Having spent her career in dance, Kathy lamented the fact that many girls who would love to make dance a part of their lives would never get the opportunity to take a class. This notion would catalyze the choreography of a whole new artistic undertaking for the Kathy Dunn Hamrick Dance Company. New Art Kinnections is the educational program born from the desire to share the fulfillment of dance with those girls who would never get this chance otherwise. The program works in conjunction with the Settlement Home, which is a non-profit residential treatment foster care facility for adolescent girls. In this relationship, dance is just one of many skills that are learned. “We also address issues like conflict resolution, shared space and trust,” Kathy explains. “All the things that are important for professional dancers too.” For the younger girls, the instructors go to the Settlement Home and work with the participants in free creative movement classes. In this program, the focus is not on steps. As Kathy explains, creative movement “guides them through an improv process so they can have personal creativity and their own movement.” These sessions are not
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about rules and structure; they’re about expression and finding ideas within oneself. When the girls reach the older group, they are brought in to Café Dance studios to receive their lessons—a crucial part of the whole process that makes dance real for them. “The studio is a special place where creative things happen, a space just for dance. They experience the specialness of dance.” For the teen girls involved in this workshop process, learning to dance is often far less difficult than other issues that come up along the way. “Trust is a big issue—showing weight, allowing someone else to move your body. Trust is huge.” This high risk population has had every reason not to trust and not to respect others’ ideas, yet these are key components of the studio. Kathy credits Barbara Jo Stetzelberger— a dancer, arts educator, social worker and dance therapist—with the track record of success that New Art Kinnections has achieved. “The kids come in with difficult and varied backgrounds. You can’t treat each one the same. Barbara Jo makes everyone feel safe enough that they can join the group. And they always do.” After the intensive time spent in the studio, the workshop for the teens culminates in a performance of these freshly honed artistic skills. Like stepping into the studio, performing is also a crucial part of experiencing everything that dance has to offer to its practitioners. The performance is open to the public and is a celebration of the growth and transformation these girls have undergone. “The public comes to the performance and the girls show and share. It’s important for the girls—they get validation from the community.” To get involved, visit kdhdance.com. ALM
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BY S A M A N T H A PA R M A N W I T H T H E H O L I D AY S H E R E , we began planning our menus for the festive gatherings we're hosting and attending over the next few months. Though tradition and history have dictated some of the staples that help define the season, it occurred to us that we had a city full of resources from which to draw. Austin has been a rising star in the culinary landscape, and Austin Lifestyle Magazine thought it might be prudent to poll some of the award-winning chefs that call our city home to find out what one dish they might contribute to a city-wide potluck. The results were both scrumptious and surprising. With each recipe showcasing a feature ingredient and adorning it with an impressive display of savory and sweet compliments, the elite cuisine innovators of Austin presented a menu that would do our grandmothers proud. ALM
1 qt heavy cream
1 cup grated gruyere
1 head of garlic, split lengthwise
1 cup grated parmesan
3 parsnips
2 Tbsp picked savory
4 Yukon gold potatoes
1/8 cup kosher salt
2 large white sweet potatoes
1/8 cup cracked black pepper
1 cup grated pecorino
1 4-inch deep oven proof baking dish
Paul Hargrove Executive Chef EASTSIDE SHOWROOM
1. Preheat oven to 355 degrees Fahrenheit. 2. Start by putting the cream and garlic in a heavy bottomed sauce pot and bring to a simmer over med high heat (watch the cream at this point because it will boil over very easily). Simmer the cream for 20 min. While that is cooking peel the white sweet potato and parsnips first, then peel the potato last so that it won't oxidize too quickly. DO NOT KEEP POTATO IN WATER, you need the starch that will be washed away from soaking it in water. Using a good serated knife slice the vegetables to a 1/4 of an inch thick. 3. Add the salt to the cream, stir and remove from heat. In the bottom of the baking dish ladle a small amount of cream and start with the regular potato, slightly overlapping each piece, try to cover the entire bottom of baking dish. Mix all the cheese together and sprinkle one handful on top of that layer, sprinkle with cracked black pepper. Repeat alternating the parsnip, white sweet potato and yukon potato till you have reached the top of the baking dish. Sprinkle remaining cheese on top, cover with foil and place on a baking pan to catch any dripping. Place in oven and cook for 1 hour. Check doneness by inserting a toothpick in the middle, if there is no resistance remove the foil and place under broil till golden brown on top. Sprinkle with the savory and serve. It will be very hot. Make it your own by substituting any three cheeses you like. So long as they melt well, it will work. Savory can be substituted with thyme or rosemary.
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COURTESY OF PAUL HARGROVE
Gluten Free Parsnip and White Sweet Potato Gratin Topped with Black Pepper and Winter Savory
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Holiday Soy Ramen (serves approx. 6)
1 onion peeled & quartered Tatsu Aikawa &
1 bunch scallions
Takuya “Tako”
1 oz garlic cloves; smashed
Matsumoto
2 oz ginger peeled & diced
Executive Chefs
1 pound cabbage
RAMEN TATSUYA
6 oz Bacon 3 packages (10-14oz) ramen noodles (try to find these frozen at an Asian food market for best results)
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8 qts water 3 pounds whole chicken or 3 pounds turkey leftovers (meat & bones)
"This recipe is ideal for people who feel a little regret throwing away the whole bones and some
1. Combine all ingredients, bring to temp to 198 degrees. Hold the heat for 3 hours. Strain the stock.
carcass after eating the good parts. The utility
Keep the chicken/turkey meat and shred it for garnish. put aside (you should yield about 7 qts).
of this dish is that you already have the main
2. Combine Sauce: Mix .10 oz Sea Salt, 2.8 oz soy sauce, 1.65 oz Hondashi Bouillon (if you have time, make Dashi stock). (Note: If Dashi stock is made, it can be substituted against 2 qts of chicken/turkey broth.)
ingredient if you were cooking turkey or chicken for the holiday. And, especially after a night of heavy eating and drinking, noodles and soup will definitely be on your side,"—Tatsu Aikawa
3. Mix strained broth and Combine Sauce together: This is your broth. Put desired amount of broth into a bowl. 4. Cook noodles (Dry/Frozen/Fresh), and combine to broth. 5. Add your favorite veggies along with the shredded chicken/turkey.
Four Ingredients Flourless Chocolate Cake 10 large eggs 2 sticks of unsalted butter, cut into cubes 1/2 cup amaretto liquor 1. Preheat oven to 325 degrees Fahrenheit. You will want the rack in the middle position. 2. Line your spring form pan with parchment paper. Wrap the outside bottom area with foil, so
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that water from the water bath does not seep in.
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1 pound bittersweet chocolate
3. Bring full kettle of water to a boil. 4. Beat eggs until volume doubles. 5. Meanwhile, melt chocolate and butter in a large metal bowl over simmering water. Stir until smooth and streakless. 6. Pour amaretto into butter/chocolate mixture until fully incorporated. 7. Gently fold ½ of beaten eggs into butter/chocolate/amaretto mixture, using a spatula. 8. Continue to fold in remaining eggs until fully incorporated into chocolate mixture. 9. Using a spatula, scrape mixture into a greased springform pan. 10. Place a large roasting pan (springform must fit inside of it) in the oven. 11. Place springform pan inside of roasting pan. 12. Pour in enough boiling water into the roasting pan, taking care not to pour into springform pan. 13. Bake at 325°F until mixture has risen slightly and edges are beginning to set. Time will vary depending on your pan size. 9” is approximately 23 minutes. Instant read thermometer, inserted in the middle (half way down), should read 140°F.
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Silver Dollar Ginger Snap-Huckleberry Pancakes 3 cups all purpose flour 3/4 cup sugar 2 tablespoons baking powder
2 teaspoons salt 1 tablespoon baking soda 3 pints buttermilk
3 ounces butter, melted, halved
6 whole eggs, beaten
10 gingersnap cookies, ground
3 tablespoons powdered sugar
David Bull
10 ounces maple syrup, warmed
Executive Chef
2 cups frozen huckleberries, thawed (may substitute blueberries or blackberries)
CONGRESS
1. Preheat griddle to 300 degrees.
"I have five kids, so the holidays are always a
2. Sift together the flour, salt, sugar, baking soda and baking powder into a large mixing bowl.
fun time around our house. We love cooking
3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the buttermilk, eggs and half of the melted butter.
together; and this is a recipe that is easy to make
4. Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and combine.
and that I can get their help with—there's a job
5. Brush the preheated griddle with the remaining melted butter.
for everyone! The gingersnap cookies in the
6. Drop the batter onto the griddle to form 2- to 3-inch silver dollar pancakes. Add a small amount of
pancakes give them the warm, holiday smell,
huckleberries and ground gingersnap cookies to each pancake as you drop onto the griddle.
which makes it perfect for mornings with the
7. Once the tops begin to bubble, flip and continue cooking until the pancakes are cooked through,
family."
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(makes 24 silver dollar pancakes)
about 3–5 minutes. Reserve hot for assembly. For the Assembly: On a large platter, shingle the silver dollar pancakes in a circular fashion. Top with ground gingersnap cookies and huckleberries and dust
Cornbread Stuffing 1 recipe of your favorite box cornbread 1 green bell pepper, medium dice 1 onion, medium dice 1 stalk celery, medium dice
Ben Hightower Executive Chef TRACE
1 stick butter 1 cup turkey stock, preferably made from the neck 3 tablespoons white wine vinegar 1 tablespoons fresh thyme, chopped 1 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped 3 eggs
Make the cornbread as instructed, then allow to cool. Cut into large dice and toast in the oven on a low temperature so that it dries out. Sweat vegetables in olive oil and set aside. Melt butter and whisk together with turkey stock, eggs and white wine vinegar. Combine all ingredients, including stock, with dried cornbread. If it isn’t moist enough add a little more stock. Place in a baking dish and bake uncovered on 350°F until hot and browned on top. Alternately, you can stuff your turkey with the same mixture and roast them together (although it’s not usually recommended, I think it’s best done this way).
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with powdered sugar. Serve the warm maple syrup on the side.
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Broccoli Rapa Strascinati
1 lemon, zested & juiced 1 teaspoon chili flake (optional) Shawn Cirkiel
1/4 cup white wine
Executive Chef
2 tablespoons chopped parsley
& Owner
2 ½ tablespoons sliced garlic
PARKSIDE
4 tablespoons anchovies 1/4 cup fresh bread crumbs
“Broccoli Rapa Strascinati is a staple dish of the
salt & pepper
classic Italian Christmas. I love that in America,
2 tablespoons finishing extra virgin olive oil
we combine different cultures and traditions
COURTESY OF OLIVE & JUNE
4 bunches of broccoli rabe, cleaned 5 Tbsp extra virgin olive oil
into one holiday. That’s what makes it fun to me. 1. Blanch Rabe in boiling salted water for 2 minutes then shock in ice water and drain till dry.
Broccoli Rabe is a bitter green that is grown in
2. Combine anchovies, bread crumbs, parsley and ½ tablespoon garlic in robot coup to mix.
Texas, so it adds a healthy element to the holiday
3. After combined, add zest and 1 tablespoon olive oil to crumb mixture by hand.
table.”
4. Heat large pan till smoking hot then add olive oil and then the rabe. 5. Season to preference. 6. Once there is color, add garlic and flip the rabe to evenly color both sides. 7. Add white wine and lemon juice then place on to serving dish. 8. Top with crumb mixture and drizzle with finishing oil.
Pumpkin Panna Cotta
1 teaspoons cinnamon
4 silver sheets of gelatin 1/4 cup sugar 1/2 teaspoons nutmeg
1/4 teaspoons mace Michelle Antonishek
1/2 cup pumpkin puree (can or roasted butternut squash roasted, pureed and drained overnight)
Executive Pastry Chef
RESTAURANT
1. Combine 1/2 the heavy cream, sugar, and spices in a pot and bring to a scald.
JEZEBEL &
2. Bloom your gelatin in very cold water and drain (remove all access water).
BAR MIRABEAU
3. Once cream is warm, add the gelatin and stir until melted all the way off the heat.
COURTESY OF BAR MIRABEAU
3 cups heavy cream 4 silver sheets of gelatin
4. Add the remaining heavy cream and pumpkin puree 5. Fill 4 ramikins or dishes of your choice to serve this dessert 6. Place in the refrigerator until set (about 4 hours) 7. Serve the panna cotta in the dish and add the cranberry compote on top in the center, add the candied walnuts, serve and enjoy! Cranberry Compote
Candied Walnuts
1 Cup Fresh Frozen Cranberries
1/2 Cup Water
1/2 cup walnuts
1/2 Cup Red Wine (cheap is fine)
1/2 Cup Sugar
2 Tbsp. simple syrup (water and sugar equal parts brought to a boil)
1/2 Orange Peel (no white pith)
1 Cinnamon Stick
4 Tbsp. sugar in the raw
Cook all ingredients over low heat (simmer) until the cranberries pop
Rough chop walnuts and add simple syrup and raw sugar. Toss and
and the liquid begins to thicken. Cool completly before serving and remember
place on sheet pan. Bake at 300°F, tossing frequently until golden
to remove the cinnamon sticks and orange peel.
brown color. Cool all items completely.
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Finding Warmth From the Inside Out Come October, Austinites finally found a reprieve from the grueling Texas summer as temperatures cooled and we welcomed in the short, but always anticipated, fall and winter seasons. But with the cooler weather comes a need to replace our iced beverages of summer with some that warm the body. In that quest to bring you the best drinks for cooler weathers, we’ve gathered a few of the best coffee spots in Austin—but trust us, at these locales, you’ll find more than just coffee.
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All great coffee drinks must start with an even better base—great coffee—and Fair Bean Coffee Roasterie & Café delivers, right off the bat. You walk into the small coffee shop located on South 1st in “South Austin’s Coffee District” and you’re FAIR BEAN COFFEE immediately engulfed by the smell of freshly ROASTERIE & CAFÉ roasted coffee beans. That’s because Fair Bean 2210 S. 1st Street Coffee roasts all its espresso in house daily, a (512) 444-2326 process that is overseen by owner and expert fairbeancoffee.com roaster, Andrés Salvador. Most well known at the shop is the Café Latte, a coffee-lover’s staple. The scent alone will warm the soul and the taste just can’t be beat. And for those looking to switch things up this holiday season, check out Fair Bean Coffee’s Weird Nut Latte, a twist on the classic version. CHAI LAT TE
Unassumingly located on Austin’s East Side, Vintage Heart Coffee is relatively new to the city’s coffee scene, but based on the quality of its drinks, you would never know. As something of a self-proclaimed chai latte expert, Vintage Heart’s version is unlike anything I have ever tasted. Its chai is brewed in-house using a traditional recipe of several Indian spices and a black tea base, but they’ve subbed some ingredients to create a unique flavor. If VINTAGE HEART COFFEE you ask the baristas for a specific blend, they 1405 E. 7th Street will tell you the chai is made with magic; (512) 524-0583 and when you taste the drink, you’d almost vintageheartcoffee.com believe it. A thick layer of foam masks any aroma that the drink would normally give off, but once you take a sip, you are hit with a powerful sensory experience—the mouthwatering smell of chai spices combined with a classic, yet unexpected flavor. Unlike many chai’s I’ve tried in the past, this one tastes clean, leaving no thick, sugary aftertaste behind—perfect for a quick pickme-up during the chilly months of winter.
FRENCH HOT CHOCOLATE
There’s just something about warm cocoa that screams winter, and when it comes to the best hot chocolate in town, Austin’s well-known haunt Halcyon hits the mark. Its French Hot Chocolate is perfect for any chocaholic. Made with a homemade mixture of six different kinds of chocolate, including bittersweet chocolate, Hershey kisses and dark chocolate bars, Halcyon’s French Hot Chocolate tastes as if you were drinking pure, melted chocolate. Complete HALCYON with whipped cream and an animal cracker to top it 218 W. 4th Street all off, the drink looks as delicious as it tastes. One of (512) 472-9637 the best parts of Halcyon is that it doubles as a bar, so halcyonaustin.com alcohol can be added to any drink, giving you a little added warmth this winter. And if you find yourself needing a snack to pair with your beverage, be sure to check out Halcyon’s famous tableside s’mores. Although slightly more expensive than your typical coffee shop, the price at Halcyon is well worth the added cost; and you’ll never look at hot chocolate the same again. SPICY MONKEY MOCHA
For coffee novices and connoisseurs alike, a mocha can serve as a great alternative to a straight coffee, delivering hints of chocolate to help cut the intense coffee flavor. But if you want a mocha that goes above and beyond, look no further than Monkey Nest Coffee’s Spicy Monkey Mocha. Made with cinnamon MONKEY NEST COFFEE and cayenne pepper, the Spicy Monkey Mocha 5353 Burnet Road is something special. The hint of cayenne (512) 505-8033 fends off even the coldest of Austin days and monkeynestcoffee.com the added warmth is surprisingly welcome on dreary mornings. As an added differentiator, Monkey Nest Coffee features a different roast of coffee beans each day of the week, giving drinks a constantly varying flavor. Comfortably nestled along the eclectic Burnet Road, Monkey Nest Coffee and its Spicy Monkey Mocha should not be forgotten this winter. ALM
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November & December The energizing Sun teams up with hard working Saturn, encouraging us to put our nose to the grindstone. Focused efforts are sure to pay off in a big way! Keep in mind, Mercury will be retrograde from late October to the end of November; this influence can cause delays and confusion in communication and ground transportation. New projects may be hard to get off the ground, but existing projects can still benefit. This is also a fabulous time to get rid of any unwanted clutter, furniture, clothes, and yup—any frenemies that have been posing as party buddies or life coaches. If someone is telling you what you should do (and you haven't asked for the advice) you can bet you'll tell 'em where to go!
ARIES
MAR 21—APR 20
Power plays and jockeying for position might
LEO
JUL 23—AUG 22
SAGITTARIUS
NOV 23—DEC 21
Improvement projects around the house are on
Your greater consciousness, sense of compassion, and connection to the global spirit is activated. It's
be in the works, Aries. Ultimately you're going
the table right now, Leo. If you've been building
to embrace your own sense of strength in a big
up the courage to tackle a re-organization or
key that you also exercise some of this compassion
way. That means knowing your true worth and
redecorating job, this is the time to get it done!
towards yourself. Spiritual practices and mystical
confidently playing to that. Others might rely on
Changes within the family dynamics are likely now
arts are more appealing now. When the Sun moves
you more than usual. You can handle this. Your
too. Listen to your basic emotional needs and allow
into your sign, use this time to recharge your
earnings are likely to increase now, not too shabby!
your inner truth to guide you.
batteries for the coming year.
TAURUS
APR 21—MAY 20
Relationships and close friendships are a major
VIRGO
AUG 23—SEP 22
This is a hot time for you to work hard, Virgo!
CAPRICORN
DEC 22—JAN 20
You have accomplished a heck of a lot in the last
focus for you now, Taurus. Key connections with
Personal and professional projects alike will see
few years Capricorn. You are now seeing the
others are changing; this can be a bit trying though
the necessary traction take place now. It's time
changes you instigated take further root - good!
it is ultimately for the better. You're coming into
to take your interests seriously. Let's face it - you
It's time to expand your community and participate
a time of more power and confidence. A major
like having a mission or a goal to work towards
within the group. Others might be relying on you
investment might be in the works. Good for you!
don't ya? So give yourself something to sink your
to take the lead. You can do this with style and
teeth into!
confidence.
GEMINI
MAY 21—JUN 21
Benefic Jupiter is cruising through your sign, Gemini,
LIBRA
bringing luck and opportunities your way. As well,
It’s time to get serious about your earnings and
SEP 23—OCT 22
AQUARIUS
JAN 21—FEB 19
You are looking good these days! This is a
Saturn, the Sun, Mercury, and Venus are all making
material resources, Libra. Luxurious purchases
wonderful time to spread your wings and take your
appearances in your house of work and health.
might be all too tempting, but it's best to play it
power. Others see you as an authority or an expert
Changes for the better in areas of employment are
safe for now. Take the time to review your spending
on something. You might get a promotion or a new
highly likely now. Don't be shy about promoting
habits, bills, and any debts you may have. Over the
position. Playful times and romantic occasions are
yourself, your craft, or the project you believe in!
next few months you will streamline your finances
in the works. Friends and lovers will be drawn to
so that they are working for you!
your inner strength.
CANCER
JUN 22—JUL 22
You can produce a tremendous amount now and
SCORPIO
over the next year, Cancer. You’re inner taskmaster
The Sun is sitting in your sign - it's time for you
OCT 23—NOV 22
PISCES
FEB 20—MAR 20
It's time to push past your boundaries and see
will show itself! Parents will find their backbone
to get energized! With stern Saturn also in your
that big ol' world out there! Travel for education,
and provide the right structure for their children.
sign, you are likely to accomplish whatever you
pleasure, or plain old discovery is calling your
Remember, if you're waiting for something to
want! The solar eclipse occurring on November
name. Any classes you can take now will not be a
inspire you - that might not occur. Instead, push
13 is a powerful one for you. Take the time to set
waste. Not able to travel at this time? Get to know
yourself to focus on the goal and inspiration will
your intentions and create some person goals for
the town you're in, go to places you haven't been
appear.
the year ahead.
to before.
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Mastering the Art of Bounce-Back BY L I S A TA L E V
If there’s one simple lesson I could download into hea r ts a nd m inds of people ever y where, it ’s t h is: HAPPINESS AND SUCCESS DEPEND ON OUR ABILIT Y TO BOUNCE BACK FROM SE TBACKS , QUICKLY AND EFFICIENTLY.
There a re a few g iven s i n l ife t hat no one ca n escape. We a ll w ill be tested, bot h by forces out side our cont rol a nd by interna l forces t hat brea k us before put ting us back t og et her. We a l l h ave t o upg r ade ou r ment a l op erat i ng systems now a nd t hen, just like computer sof t wa re. Tr ust t hat ever y brea kdow n w ill lead you to a brea k t h rough. UPS & DOWNS ARE INE VITABLE
Whet her your cha llenges a re emot iona l or physica l, life ta kes us a ll on a big roller coa ster—it ’s a ll pa r t of t he ride. The key to wel l ness a nd i n ner peace i s lea r n i ng how to bounce back fa ster a nd more t horough ly each t ime you’re cha llenged. Let t ing go of g uilt , sha me, wor r y, bla me a nd judg ment s is a process t hat w ill set you f ree. It ca n a lso speed up your recover y when life decides you’re ready for a not her upg rade. Ever y emot iona l state we experience is a pa ssing pha se, but t he s t at e - dep endent n at u re of ou r memor y t el l s u s ot her w ise. No mat ter how rea l st ate- dependent memor y fe el s , it ’s ju st a t r ick of t he m i nd . When you fe el g reat , it ’s ha rd to remember what t he stomach f lu is like. When you’re f ight ing w it h your spouse it ’s ha rd to remember a ll t he love you feel for one a not her. Instead of pict uring your emotiona l body f ull of triggers for negat ive states, why not focus your at tent ion on lea r n ing how to deliberately t rig ger posit ive states when you need t hem? Ident if y ing t he lim it ing beliefs t hat keep you st uck i n neg at ive pat ter n s i s a big step to brea k i ng f ree f rom t hem. LIFE PUSHES US ALL OUT SIDE OF OUR COMFORT ZONE
L i f e c h a l len g e s e ver yone on a r e g u l a r ba si s . We a l l event ua lly have to face per fec t stor m s of circum st a nces we d id n’t t h i n k we wou ld b e s t ron g enou g h t o h a nd le . Somet imes it ’s li ke t he emot iona l equiva lent of work ing w i t h a p e r s o n a l t r a i n e r. T h e y ’l l k i c k y o u r b u t t , y o u w i l l c u r s e t hem a nd t hen one d a y you ’l l f i nd you r s el f a f fe c t ion ately refer r i ng to t hem a s t he one who helpe d you ma ster t he “impossible.”
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Here i s t he ble s si ng i n d i sg u i s e: t h at wh ich do e s not k ill us ma kes us st ronger. We a re litera lly forced by ou r st r ug g les to adapt a nd keep on g et t i ng bet ter—st ronger, f a s t er, more ad apt a ble t o ch a ng e. I n n at u re, it ’s c a l le d evolut ion . A s s e en t h roug h t he f i lt er of ou r d a i ly l ive s howe ver, it ’s a t ot a l pa i n i n t he a s s . We avoid i nt en s e g row t h experiences like deat h itself, when we forget t hat it ’s about t he rebir t h. D e s pit e t h e hu m a n t e n de n c y t o c l i n g o n t o f a m i l i a r comfor t s, sur v iva l of t he f it test mea ns sur v iva l of t hose who a re able to let go. In t he pressure cooker of our da ily lives, we eit her shif t to f it our new rea lit y, or else we die a lit t le bit inside. It is a lways a choice, a nd we ca n sh if t aga in each t ime we need to. GO WITH THE FLOW
You have to let go of what you most wa nt for it to happen on it s ow n . B ei ng to o at t ached to a pa r t ic u la r s cen a r io puts you direct ly in your ow n way—not in t he driver ’s seat. Liv ing g racef ully is about accept ing even uncomfor table challenges as your next g reat lea rning experience. Be open to t he lessons. A lways a sk, when t hing s feel like too much to bea r, how you could use t h is to expa nd you r capacit y for joy. O ne i m a g e I ’ ve f ou nd helpf u l i s a mon ke y s w i n g i n g t h rough t he t rees. It ha s to let go of t he bra nch it ’s on to g rab hold of t he nex t one. The Hu ma n Cond it ion is f u l l of hu rd les , g r ief a nd o cca sion a l upset . But t h at do esn’t mea n you have to st r ug gle. When you get t hat it ’s equa lly f ull of mag ica l oppor t un it ies, it ’s ea sier to let go a nd let it ca r r y you. THANK YOU, I FORG IVE YOU
Pa r t of forg iveness is say ing "Tha n k You" to a person or sit uat ion t hat hur t you. It may not be sa fe (or appropriate) to t ha n k t hem persona lly, but let t ing go of g r udges f rees you r sou l. What d id you lea r n becau se of t he sit uat ion? What were t hey t r y ing to teach you? When you say "Tha n k You, I forg ive you" to old wounds a nd resent ments, you insta ntly relea se t heir st ra ngle-hold on you . Re cog n i ze t hem a s teach i ng s , not pu n i sh ment s . We a re a ll in t his big myster y toget her. Tha n k ing life for g row t h exper iences keeps you g row ing, more g racef ully t ha n ever. ALM
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Holiday Pounds Creeping Around The Corner BY F R E D S A S S A N I
It's here. Just look at the seasonal shelves in your favorite store. Retailers refer to this time as the holiday season, but I like to be more accurate. Weight gain season starts now and runs straight through New Yea r's. The nex t t h re e mont h s w i l l br i ng a mple opp or t u n it y for you to indulge, to enjoy a nd to expa nd your wa ist line. Of course, t he choice is yours. Now is t he t ime for you to pla n for t he weeks a head. Once t he wh irlw ind of holiday act iv it ies a nd obligat ions beg ins, you'll be too caught up to put a pla n into act ion. So, in t his moment of cla rit y, t his ca lm before t he storm, le t 's out l i ne a pl a n t h at w i l l s a ve you f r om u nw a nt e d holiday pounds. 1 ) PU T YO U R FE E T TO T H E FIRE: Exerci se i s t he f i r st t h i ng t o g o when p e ople g e t bu s y; a nd t he hol id ay s e a s on i s not or iou s f or de s er t e d g y m s . Th i s ye a r, do s ome t h i n g dra st ic—obligate yourself to exercise. Prom ising yourself isn't enough; you need to ma ke t he prom ise to ot hers so t hat you won't drop t he ba ll. • Com m it t ing to work w it h a f it ness exper t is t he per fect solution for consistent, challeng ing and effective workouts. You'l l g et t he at tent ion a nd a ssist a nce t hat you need to power through the holidays in bet ter shape tha n ever. Talk about mot ivat ing! • Join a cla ss or a boot ca mp. We've deter m ined t hat you simply won't be a s ef fect ive on your ow n during t he busy holiday season, so joining a class would lend accountabilit y. Stick with something cha lleng ing that gets your hea r t rate elevated a nd incor porates st reng t h t ra ining. • F i nd a s er iou s e xer c i s e budd y. S ome f r iend s c a n b e t he big gest help, wh i le ot hers end up pu l l i ng you dow n . When look ing for a n exercise buddy, choose ca ref ully a nd consider t he follow ing : » » Do t hey sha re your f it ness goa ls? » » A re t hey t y pica lly encourag ing? » » Do t hey st ick w it h t h ing s? » » A re you at t he sa me f it ness level? • G et your sig n if ica nt ot her involved. What a g reat way to spend more t ime toget her during t h is busy sea son a nd you'll be able to suppor t each ot her in your sha red quest for f itness. Decide on an exercise activit y that you can both enjoy a nd set a schedule for your workout dates. 2 ) C U T T H E FAT: I m e a n t h i s l it er a l l y. I'm no t g oi n g t o
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i mply t hat you shou ld n't i ndu lg e i n a ny sea sona l t reat s, but consider moderat ion. So of ten, t he holidays a re used a s a n exc use to eat to t he poi nt of bei ng u ncom for t able. Wou ld you rea l ly m i s s t h at bloat e d fe el i ng ? D e c ide on a few f at t en i n g t reat s t o c ut out t h i s yea r a nd u s e t he follow ing cheat sheet when at tending a ny pa r t ies t hat you a re inv ited to: • Shor t Cut #1 : Eat a sensible mea l before t he pa r t y. You should always arrive at parties with a f ull stomach. I rea lize that this goes against the popula r trend of sta r v ing yourself before a part y—and that 's exactly why most people gain weight. Since your stomach will be f ull, you'll have the cla rit y to pick a nd choose t he t reats t hat you rea lly wa nt , rat her t ha n st uf f ing yourself w it h ever y t h ing in sight . • Shor t Cut #2 : Bri ng a hea lt hy d ish to sha re. D on't wor r y i f t he pa r t y t h at you'r e g oi n g t o i sn't a pot luck. The hostess w ill love you for being so t hought f ul a nd you'll have a hea lt hy opt ion to enjoy. The Fest ive Hu m mu s re cipe (nex t pa g e) i s per fe c t to bring to pa r t ies. • Shor t Cut #3: Never d ri n k ca lories. Do you rea lize how quick ly ca lories add up when you're slurping t hem out of a cup? A lcoholic beverages a nd sweet hol iday d r i n k s a re packed w it h ca lor ies. These ca lor ies don't t a ke up much room in your stomach , so you're lef t w ide open for even more ca lories. Your best st rateg y is to avoid t hese beverages a ltoget her a nd st ick w it h water. A im to drin k t wo to t h ree gla sses of water at t he pa r t y. • Shor t Cut #4 : F i l l you r plate, but on ly once. I'm cer ta in ly not going to tell you t hat you shouldn't eat a ny t h i ng at t he pa r t y. By a l l mea n s, g o a nd f i l l up you r plate. But on ly once. That 's right , you hea rd me. No going back for seconds. Since you've a lready eaten a sensible mea l before a rriv ing, t his r ule is going to be ea sier to keep t ha n you t h in k. • Shor t Cut #5: Taste desser t—just a taste. The holidays a re a ll about sweet t reats, so go a head a nd pa r ta ke, but just a ta ste. Look at desser ts a s somet h ing to savor, not somet hing to f ill up on. Since you ate a sensible mea l before you ca me a nd t hen you f illed up your dinner plate once, you're probably going to be pret t y f ull at t his point a ny way. If you t r uly wa nt to enjoy t he coming festiv ities w it hout dea ling w it h added pounds, it is a ll in your ha nds. The key is your m indset. Mo s t p e ople approach t he hol id ay s w it h t he m i nd s et t hat say s , “ I deser ve to i ndu lg e a nd I shou ld n't have to exercise since it 's t he holidays”. This is f ine if you don't m i nd ent er i n g 2 01 3 a f ew p ou nd s he av ier, a l it t le le s s hea lt hy a nd w it h lower energ y t ha n ever before. I b el ie ve t h at you de s er ve b e t t er. I b el ie ve t h at you shou ld ent er 201 3 i n b e t t er sh ap e t h a n you a re t o d ay— hea lt hier t ha n you've been in a long t ime a nd w it h more energ y t hat you t hought possible. ALM
Thanksgiving Low-Fat Green Been Casserole Most Thanksgiving tables include some form of green bean casserole. The problem is that the traditional recipe is loaded with fat (you know the one with the crispy fried onions on top). This recipe carries the same beloved flavor with only two grams of fat per serving. Surprise the family with this tasty treat on Thanksgiving. Servings: 8 Here's what you need: • 1 Tbsp butter
• 1 tsp salt
• 1 cup fat free sour cream
• 1 tsp granulated sugar
• 2 Tbsp flour
• 1/2 cup chopped onion
• 1 cup shredded fat free cheddar cheese • 3 cans French style green beans, 14.5-ounces each, drained • 8 Reduced Fat Ritz crackers crumbled • Canola cooking spray 1. Preheat oven to 350° F. Coat a 9 x 9-inch baking dish with canola cooking spray. 2. Melt 1 tablespoon of butter in 2 cup glass in microwave. Stir in 2 tablespoons of the sour cream and the flour. Add remaining sour cream, salt, and sugar, and stir until well blended. 3. In large bowl, blend the sour cream mixture with the green beans, chopped onion and half of the cheddar cheese. Spread the mixture into prepared baking dish. 4. Spread remaining cheese over the mixture and top with the cracker crumbs. Spray the cracker topping lightly with canola cooking spray. Bake for 30-35 minutes or until the top is golden and sauce is bubbly. Nutritional Analysis: One serving equals: 99 calories, 2g fat, 13g carbohydrate, and 7g protein.
Festive Hummus (Sun-Dried Tomato and Basil) While the red and green speckles give this homemade hummus a jolly look, it's the taste that makes it unforgettable. This dip makes the perfect party take-along. Serve it up with whole grain pita bread or fresh cut veggie sticks. Yield: 12 servings Here's what you need: • 1 (15 oz) can garbanzo beans • 1 Tbsp tahini • 1 Tbsp olive oil • 1 Tbsp lemon juice • 1 Tbsp water • 2 garlic cloves, mashed • 1/4 tsp salt • 2 tsp soy sauce • 4 sun-dried tomatoes • 1/4 cup basil leaves Place all the ingredients into a food processor and combine until smooth. Nutritional Analysis: One serving equals: 55 calories, 2g fat, 6g carbohydrate, 2g fiber, and 2g protein.
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BY T R AC Y G A N S K E
There is a drop-dead gorgeous woma n I see a ll t he t ime at t he g y m t hat ma kes me a lit t le bit nut s. When I’m luck y enoug h to s que eze a workout i nto my ch aot ic s che du le, t here she i s—mor n i ng, even i ng a nd even t he occa siona l random pop in on a Sat urday. More than once I have passed her on the road—to be fair, I’m in the car, she’s on a run. For mont hs I sat beh ind her fat-f ree, f it ness-model-physique in spin cla ss (when I could ma ke it) a nd couldn’t help but wonder what t he specif ic requirement s were to ma inta in t his level of physica l perfect ion? Fina lly I broke dow n a nd a sked. What followed wa s a n over whelm ing account ing of 4 a nd 5 -hour workout s/6 t imes per week, rest rict ive diets a nd da ily 6 -8 m ile r uns. Um, y uck. I t hought about my ow n k ids, husba nd a nd f riends a nd cou ld n’t help but wonder how m a ny sac r i f ice s she h ad made in t he na me of f it ness? Th is is a g reat exa mple of a n ex t reme choice t hat m ight not be a s wholly benef icia l a s it appea rs. Even by conser vat ive est imates, t hat reg imen is t he equiva lent of a f ull t ime job (w it h a decent a mount of over time). I ca n count on t wo ha nds—probably less—t he nu mb er of p e ople I k now who h ave t he combi n at ion of desire, f ree t ime a nd f ina ncia l lu x ur y to ma ke t hat k ind of ha rd-core, one-dimensiona l dedicat ion. A com m it ment to a n act ive lifest yle is fa r more va luable long ter m t ha n spending a lifet ime in t he g y m—a nd more rea l i st ic . A s we a g e, ou r ex ter n a l feat u re s evolve, s o it m a kes p er fe c t sen se t h at ou r i nter n a l chem i st r y wou ld ch a ng e a s wel l . We h ave be en fed a n a nt iquate d not ion t hat in order to stay hea lt hy (read: t hin a nd good-looking ), there should be laser focus on t wo things: diet and exercise. But don’t we all know a well-meaning friend that constantly count s ca lories, reg ula rly works out a nd st ill ca n’t drop a pound? A nd what about t he g uy who consumes ever y mea l a s if it ’s Tha n ksg iv ing din ner a nd never f luct uates at a ll? Even t he most simplist ic exa mples ma ke a st rong ca se for the arg ument that when it comes to diet, f itness and overall hea lt h, we a re a ll unique a nd t he prescript ion to ma inta in a nd t h rive is NOT "one size f it s a ll." Let ’s shelve t he diet a nd exercise chat ter for a m inute b e c a u s e , i n t r ut h , u n d e r s t a n d i n g y o u r b o d y ’s u n iq u e chemistr y is the ver y f irst step. I’m going to cover some key categories t hat rea lly a re ga me-cha ngers. A nd a few ba sic diag nost ic test s ca n prov ide a n a rsena l of infor mat ion a s un ique a nd indiv idua l a s a f inger print . Hor mone Imba la nce: Hormones f unction best (for bot h women a nd men) when t hey a re cor rect ly ba la nced. Too much or too little (an imbalance) can upset your metabolism a nd cause you to ga in weight—especia lly a s you get older. Sou nd fa m i l ia r? Uncover i ng a nd add ressi ng a hor mona l imba la nce is a v ita l f irst step. A dr ena l Fatigu e a n d Cortisol Im ba l a nces: Cor t isol (t he “s t re s s hor mone ”) i s relea se d a s a d i re c t re sp on s e
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to st ress a nd a n x iet y. It comes f rom the adrena l gla nd a nd directs the breakdown of va rious tissues like fat. Elevated levels of cortisol for an extended period ca n stimulate the deposit of a specif ic kind of fat t hat set t les a round your stomach. Does t hat seem fa m ilia r? Genetics: Even if you come f rom a predomina ntly over weight family, all is not lost. B y u nder s t a nd i n g ou r g ene t ic code we ca n inf luence our body weight . G enes send dif ferent messages about how a nd which f at s shou ld b e s t ore d , a nd it ’s dif ferent for each of us—sim ila r to t he way some people ca n digest m ilk a nd some people cannot. Knowing now which foods your genes are directing to store a s fat ca n help bet ter ma nage your weight . M a x i m i z e D e t ox i f i c at i o n : E n v i r o n m e n t a l t o x i n s inter fere w it h blood suga r a nd cholesterol metabolism a s well a s block ing t he f unct ion of receptors on t he nuclei of your cells. These toxins ca n increa se glucose levels, cause cholesterol build-up, cont ribute to a fat t y liver a nd slow dow n you r t hy roid f u nc t ion . These f ac tor s spu r weig htg a i n t h at c a n b e e a si l y a voide d b y de duc i n g t he t ox ic env i r on ment a l f ac t or s t h at a f f e c t you a nd el i m i n at i n g t hem f rom your life. R educe Infla mm ation: Inf la m mat ion is a n appropriate response the body has to injur y or infection, but persistent i n f l a m m a t io n c a n le a d t o a l l k i n d s o f pr o ble m s . A n d g ue s s wh at c a n br i ng on i n f la m m at ion? Po or nut r it ion , env iron menta l toxins a nd yes, st ress. Improv e Digestion: What ’s your g ut telling you? Here’s a dist urbing piece of resea rch: cha nges in g ut f lora d ra mat ica l ly i ncrea se t he rate at wh ich we absorb fat t y acids a nd ca rbohydrates a nd increa se t he storage of t hose ca lories to fat. A lit t le discover y into what ’s happening in your g ut ca n cha nge how you feel, head to toe. Nutr ition/ Food Intoler a nce: Feeding your body w it h t he proper nut rit ion (un ique to each person) is ach iev ing good hea lt h a nd feeling g reat in genera l. Finding out what foods are right (and which ones are absolutely wrong) is the key to hea lt h, lea nness a nd improved energ y a nd st reng t h. I’m excited to join t he editoria l sta f f of Aust in Lifest yle Mag a zine a nd a m excited to sha re some relat ively provo cat ive concept s reg a rd i ng weig ht , exerci se, a g i ng a nd wellness. Science a nd infor mat ion is adva ncing at t he speed of tech nolog y a nd brea k ing it dow n ca n get you of f t he t readm ill a nd back into life. ALM
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Tracy Ganske, MSNED, PhDc , is a dedicated clinician and dynamic educator and ent repreneur. A s t he Fou nder a nd C E O of Ba la nced Hormones a nd He a l t h ( BH 2) R e s t o r a t i v e Wellness Center in Aust in , TX, Tracy comes to her position honest ly a nd ba sed on persona l experience. A f ter delivering her second child, she recog nized a cha nge in her ow n interna l chem ist r y a nd beca me a pat ient of a clinic that professed to specialize in women’s wellness a nd nat ural hormone replacement. The clinic was act ua lly a medica l sca m a nd t he person direct ing her ca re wa s not a medica l professiona l. Sadly, this is a common occurrence in today ’s ma rket place a nd most people f ind out too late. Soon af ter receiv ing treatment, Tracy developed serious hea r t problem s a nd wa s on t he verg e of ne e d i ng a pace m a ker at t he a g e of 36 . A long w it h a t ea m of qu a l i f ie d physicians, she realized the heart issues were being caused by t he medicat ion prescr ibed by t he wellness clin ic a nd immediately ceased treatment. Unfor t unately, t he da mage was done and medication prescribed by the “non-physician” destroyed her thyroid—a condition she will have to treat for t he rest of her life. The deva stat ing experience ig n ited a f ire inside of Tracy a nd f ueled a commitment to help ot her women receive v ita l t reat ment for hor mona l imba la nces. Today, she a nd her husba nd Greg (BH2’s CFO) have built a reputable business a nd prov ide a sa fe place for pat ients st r ug gling w it h a va riet y of hor mone a nd weight-related i s s ue s t o r e cei ve t r e at ment . W it h of f ice s c u r r ent l y i n Aust in, Da lla s, Sa n A ntonio a nd Houston open ing by end of t h i s yea r, T rac y i s now lau nch i ng a se cond compa ny focused on weight loss. In addit ion, Trac y is t he Wellness Director for t he AQUA Nica rag ua Yoga & Wellness Ret reat a nd E co Vac at ion R e s or t i n Tola , Nic a r a g u a where she combi nes her cl i n ica l k nowledge w it h her col laborat ive approach to overa ll wellbeing a nd ba la nce. K e y t o h e r s u c c e s s i s p a r t n e r i n g w i t h e xc e p t i o n a l clin icia ns, a s well a s a collaborat ive a nd comprehen sive approach to wellness that includes the benef its of nutrition, f unctional medicine a nd integ rative health that ultimately may a ssist t he pat ient w it h “ba la nce.” A lt hough her pract ice focuses on t he hor mona l ba la nce issues for pat ients, she a nd her sta f f a re deeply integ rated i n t he Au s t i n me d ic a l com mu n it y a nd t r u ly b el ie ve i n r e f e r r i n g c l ient s t o t op - t ier pr of e s sion a l s i n t he a r e a whom t he y t r u s t . O ut of her ow n ex p er ience g rew t he com m it ment to on ly a lig n herself a nd her business w it h medica l professiona ls she k nows a nd t r ust s. Th is is something she takes to heart, values deeply and that speaks volumes for her client s.
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DENTISTRY Elizabeth Rayne, D.D.S. 1221 Ben White Blvd., Suite 110A Austin, TX 78704 512.443.5813 NaturalToothFairy.com Moossy General & Cosmetic Dentistry 4200 North Lamar, Suite 145 Austin, TX 78756 (next to Uchiko) 512.459.5437 DrMoossy.com
EATING DISORDER TREATMENT Cedar Springs Austin 4613 Bee Caves Rd., Suite 104 Austin, TX 78746 512.732.2400 CedarSpringsAustin.com
HORMONE REPLACEMENT Eleanor P. Womack, M.D. 5656 Bee Caves Rd., Suite C-103 Austin, TX 78746 512.327.8700 westlakemedicalarts.com
MEDICAL LAW Garlo Ward, P.C. 900 RR 620 S, Suite C-206 Lakeway, TX 78734 512.302.1103 GarloWard.com
NEUROSURGERY
UROLOGY
Austin Neurosurgical Institute Thomas S. Loftus, M.D. 2200 Park Bend Dr., Bldg. 2, Suite 202 Austin, TX 78758 512.836.0900 ANIspine.com
Urology Austin 17 Urologists 16 Convenient Locations UrologyAustin.com
PAIN MANAGEMENT Pain Specialists of Austin Dr. Mahendru, Dr. Vije, Dr. Manees & Dr. Clark Bastrop, Copperas Cove, Georgetown, Killeen, Kyle, N. Austin, Round Rock & S. Austin 512.485.7200 painspecialistsofaustin.com
Body by Frame 6709 Burnet Ln. Austin, TX 78757 512.402.2554 bodybyframe.com
Ruthie Harper, M.D. 3901 Medical Pkwy., Suite 100 Austin, TX 78756 512.343.9355 RuthieHarper.com
Styles Offered
$42
Ashiatsu Bar Therapy Swedish Massage Deep Tissue Massage Sports Massage Acupressure Shiatsu Massage Sports Massage Reflexology Massage Pregnancy Massage and Many More!
With 3 Austin Locations
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Austin Bariatric Clinic, P.A. Amanda Dupont, M.D. 5900 Balcones Dr., Suite 160 Austin, TX 78731 512.371.9885 austinbariatricclinic.com
SKIN CARE
introductory rate for 1-hour massage
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WEIGHT LOSS
SOUTH LAMAR (512) 358-9300 BEE CAVES ROAD (512) 306-0900 38 TH STREET (512) 276-2481