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JUNE 2019 PUBLISHER

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Welcome HELLO, DEAR FRIENDS, AND WELCOME TO THE PREMIERE ISSUE OF AUSTIN LIFE! Here we are truly and completely inspired by community, and we hope this publication inspires you too.

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As you flip through these pages, you’ll be drawn into the incredible stories behind the people and places that call Austin home, which my editorial coordinator, Roslyn Bond, and I passionately deliver to you now.

From the carefully crafted food being served up at local restaurants like The Peached Tortilla and Visconti Restaurante to the beautiful homes in Tarrytown and Bee Cave; from startups and successful businesses such as Martin Home Designs and Cupprimo Cupcakes, to local artists, designers and fashionistas—our goal is to share the stories of everything and everyone Austin has to offer—and the things that

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INSIDE THE ISSUE JUNE 2019 FEATURES 11 Korman: A True Austin Legacy New Owners Larry and Kat Stokes Carry on Legacy and “Celebrate Every Day”

18 The Evolution of The Peached Tortilla Continues Multi-Restaurant Owner Eric Silverstein Puts His Stamp on Austin

24 Upcoming Entrepreneur/Artist Paints Her Way to Success Joanna Nichols Displays Her Raw and Original Talent for All to See

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26 Luxury Traveling with Confidence and Ease Local Agency TravelAbundance Provides a Top-of-the-Line Experience

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DEPARTMENTS 4

Lifestyle Letter

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Around Town

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Locally Owned

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Open House

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Hot Spot

22 Culinary Creations 24 Local Limelight 26 Locals Only 30 Lifestyle Calendar 34 Local’s Choice

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CITY'S PLAN TO PRESERVE THE LIVE MUSIC CULTURE The city is launching a program that will choose 10 musicians to try a new way of tipping the band considering the increasingly cash-less econ-

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ROB THOMAS AT ACL LIVE JUNE 25 Rob Thomas will celebrate the release of his fourth solo album, Chip Tooth Smile, with his extensive North American summer tour with special guest Abby Anderson. The gifted vocalist, spellbinding performer and acclaimed songwriter is known worldwide for being the main composer with Matchbox Twenty and for his multi-platinum solo work.

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KORMAN: A True Austin Legacy

NEW OWNERS LARRY AND KAT STOKES CARRY ON LEGACY AND "CELEBRATE EVERY DAY" ARTICLE ROSLYN BOND | PHOTOGRAPHY GREG DAILY CONTINUED >

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LOCAL BUSINESSES ARE WHAT MAKES A CITY UNIQUE, GIVES IT CHARACTER AND MAKES LOYAL SUPPORTERS OVER THE YEARS. So when the opportunity to step into one of Austin's independently owned jewelry stores presented itself, Larry and Kat Stokes were honored and thrilled. Keeping the name and the legacy were of utmost importance to them when they purchased Russell Korman in November 2018, rebranded as Korman Fine Jewelry.

“Of the watch brands that we carry, we are the only Omega dealer in Austin and the only independently owned Rolex jeweler, with a fully trained and Rolex-certified watchmaker on-site," Larry says. "Our passion for watches will be evident as we continue to add more Swiss timepieces to our showroom."

Trey Gebhardt, the watchmaker, has been providing his services to Korman for four years now and is WOSTEP (Watchmaker of Switzerland Training and Education Program) certified in addition to completing three weeks of extensive Rolex training in Pennsylvania.

“Rolex came in and inspected our entire shop with all the proper machinery to include everything he needs in the store. Our customers can bring their pieces that are new and vintage to authenticate, appraise and service."

Their added value to their customers includes a broader selection of unique fine jewelry offerings from local and international designers as well as a large selection of competitively priced diamonds. Some of the designer jewelry lines offered are the same brands you would find at any big-box store, however, Korman's selection is hand-picked and tailored for the Austin market as opposed to national buyers."

In addition to eclectic, Austin-centric selection, Larry noted that what they offer, compared to other jewelry stores, is behind-the-scenes services including three full-time master jewelers.

"The world is your oyster when it comes to custom design. Between our in-house design team to our experts in L.A. and New York, we can build your dream ring or put a fresh design on family heirlooms," Larry says.

When asked what she thought Korman brings to its customers, Brooke Winfrey, a loyal employee of Korman for the 34 years, replied, “A unique experience, expertise and genuine care. We want to sell our customers the right piece, not the most expensive one. We listen; that is the most important thing we do here.”

“We are happy to serve the Austin community and carry on the charitable legacy that Korman is known for." Kat says. "We love getting to be a small but integral part of our friends' and clients' celebrations. Every piece tells a story. What's your next piece going to be?”

The new energy Larry and Kat bring to Korman makes for a fun, unique experience. Sip a chilled Topo Chico, make a wishlist and get lost in the treasure box one afternoon. You are sure to leave with a special token in celebration. "Celebrate Every Day." 12

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OPEN HOUSE

ARTICLE ROSLYN BOND PHOTOGRAPHY GREG DAILY

THE LUXURIOUS LAKESIDE HOME SHOWCASES CUSTOM BUILDING AT ITS FINEST COMBINED WITH PURE ELEGANCE AND FUNCTION

Timeless Lakeside Living F E AT U R E S FEATURE

FEATURE

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1,825 square feet of

Floating steel staircase

100-plus-year-old

Subzero Wolf appliances

All-natural

1,625-square-

wood beams

in kitchen

wood floors

foot custom bar and

covered outdoor living space

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FEATURE

FEATURE

media room

Upper Level Patio

Lower Level Bar/Media Room

LOCATED ON ONE OF THE MOST PRESTIGIOUS VACATION

one of the top five custom builders in Austin, and owner Joanna

AND RECREATIONAL SPOTS IN AUSTIN, ON THE SOUTH

Nichols, who custom-painted their home with her decorative paint-

SHORE OF LAKE TRAVIS, IS THE STUNNING, CUSTOM-BUILT

ings and specialty finishes.

5,644-SQUARE-FOOT HOME THAT WAS BUILT IN 2013 TO

The home is located on 2.1 acres with panoramic views for miles,

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which you can see from the exquisite 1,825-square-foot covered

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outdoor living space which includes a lower and upper deck. The

The 5-bedroom, 6 1/2-bathroom home was built by the owners

views are phenomenal while they overlook the Texas hill country

themselves, Premier Partners Custom Homes, which is ranked as

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Kitchen

surrounding Lake Travis. The owners designed the home to have a

The desirable, luxurious lot, overlooking Lake Travis, was chosen

steel rustic feel with its 100-plus-year-old wood beams, all-natural

by the owners with the notion that only a few lots in this particular

wood floors and floating steel staircase.

location were available for sale. The first lot was sold in the 1950s

“We wanted to create a warm, inviting feeling when our guests

by the American Cattle Company, and the homeowners were able

walked in the door, and, most importantly, exemplify a classic, timeless

to strike a great deal, approximately 60 years later, for one of the

feel that would last 10, 20-plus years down the road,” Joanna says.

few remaining lots to build on.

The owners were able to skillfully accomplish this, and it is known and felt by all who enter the lavish, customized home.

When asked what part of the home was her favorite, Joanna answered, “The 1970 Murano Venini glass chandelier above the

This one-of-a-kind waterfront estate was designed for sheer

dining room table, which was produced in Italy by blowing individ-

comfort and function and includes attractive, elegant finishes,

ual glass art pieces and combining them to make an exceptionally

which are evident in every room that was meticulously designed by

superb, very large cascading glass chandelier.”

the owners. The beautiful large windows allow for bounteous nat-

The finely customized home was designed with the latest trends

ural light to pour in while relaxing in the open floor plan concept

in modern house design and decorating, in which Joanna was able to

on each floor, which includes a 1,625-square-foot custom bar and

provide with her artistic decorative painting skills displayed through-

media room on the lower level, designed perfectly for entertain-

out the walls of the home. This home is undeniably exceptional and

ment and occasions for family and friends.

unique, and the elegance and function of it resonate throughout.

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Owner Joanna Nichols

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HOT SPOT

ARTICLE ROSLYN BOND | PHOTOGRAPHY GREG DAILY

MULTI-RESTAURANT OWNER ERIC SILVERSTEIN PUTS HIS STAMP ON AUSTIN

The Evolution of

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“I LOVE THIS CITY, AND IT’S ULTIMATELY THE PEOPLE WHO MAKE THE CITY WHAT IT IS. THE PEOPLE HAVE BEEN VERY SUPPORTIVE AND ARE VERY COMMUNAL IN NATURE, WHICH IS SOMETHING I ADMIRE.”

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HOT SPOT

(CON TI N U ED)

SEPTEMBER 2010 MARKED A YEAR

fun, shrimp toast, Hainan chicken and soy

OF

sauce chicken.

NEW

BEGINNINGS

SILVERSTEIN,

FOR

A FORMER

ERIC

LAWYER,

“There is also inspiration from my trav-

WHEN HE OPENED HIS FIRST FOOD

els throughout Asia. One of my favorite

TRUCK, THE PEACHED TORTILLA, IN

places to eat is in Singapore, which offers

THE STREETS OF AUSTIN. The community

a blend of Indian, Chinese and Malaysian

immediately connected with the unique

flavors, and so I drew upon that. We also

fusion style of food the menu had to offer,

draw upon street food, since we started as

as well as the energy behind the quality and

a food truck,” Eric says.

passion Eric brought to the business.

Austin’s most desirable locations down-

Peached Tortilla and turned what was once

town on West Sixth Street, where he

a plumbing supply store on Burnet Road into

opened

ThePeachedTortilla.com

the renowned, popular restaurant it is today.

Peached, which is part of the next evolution

BarPeached.com

“I love this city, and it’s ultimately the

for their brand and company overall. This

#getpeached

people who make the city what it is," Eric

location offers a more casual, bar-focused

says. "The people have been very supportive

restaurant that includes a large patio for

and are very communal in nature, which is

patrons to enjoy the captivating energy of

something I admire.”

downtown Austin. The lower level of the

new

establishment,

Bar

restaurant was completely remodeled and

menu offers is known as modern Asian

is now used for events that can be booked

comfort food, combined with a Southern

for special occasions.

influence. This has inspired the restau-

From lawyer to multi-restaurant oper-

rant to have fried chicken nights—the

ator, Eric is persistent when it comes to

fried chicken is marinated in fish sauce,

pursuing his passions. He recently wrote a

lime juice and garlic, among other ingre-

book, The Peached Tortilla: Modern Asian

dients—with biscuits and dashi bacon-

Comfort Food from Tokyo to Texas, that

braised kale, while also incorporating

was released to the public on May 7,

brisket and other Southern elements into

2019, available at Barnes & Noble and

the mix. However, at its core, it is import-

on Amazon.com and IndieBound.org.

on modern Asian comfort food.

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his

The style of food The Peached Tortilla

ant to note, The Peached Tortilla focuses

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In January 2019, Eric seized one of

In 2014, Eric added a new location for The

"It is meant to allow readers to hear about our story and our food on a national level.

Eric’s inspiration for his menu items

It is part memoir, mostly cookbook, and it

goes back to his youth growing up in Japan,

explains why we serve the food we do," Eric

eating the foods that his mother, who grew

says. "It is meant for people who love our

up in China, would cook for him—the same

recipes and want to recreate them at home,

foods her mother cooked for her. These

want to learn how to cook Asian food and

foods included favorites such as chow

who want to be inspired by our story.”

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CULINARY CREATIONS ARTICLE ERIC SILVERSTEIN | PHOTOGRAPHY CARLI RENE

TOKYO-INSPIRED MODERN ASIAN COMFORT FOOD ELOTES: BRINGING JAPANESE INGREDIENTS TO THE FAMILIAR STREET CORN DISH

Japanese Street Corn

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OWNER AND CHEF ERIC SILVERSTEIN IS PROUD TO ANNOUNCE HIS DEBUT COOKBOOK, THE PEACHED TORTILLA: MODERN ASIAN COMFORT FOOD FROM TOKYO TO TEXAS, WHICH WAS RELEASED MAY 7, 2019. Featured is one of his recipes, elotes, grilled Mexican street corn, which is wildly popular in certain parts of the United States (and, of course, in Mexico itself).

JAPANESE STREET CORN INGREDIENTS

Serves 4

+ 1/4 cup cotija cheese, grated + 4 large ears yellow or white corn, husks removed and cleaned + 1 tablespoon vegetable oil + 1/4 cup Kewpie mayo + 1 1/2 teaspoons aonori

COTIJA CHEESE

+ 1 1/2 teaspoons Togarashi + 1 cup bonito flakes

INSTRUCTIONS TOGARASHI

1. Spread the cotija over a large plate.

2. Heat a grill pan over medium heat. Brush the corn with the oil. Note: If you don’t have a grill pan, you can always cook the corn in the oven at 350 F. Just set the corn cobs, with the husks

VEGETABLE OIL

on, directly on an oven rack and bake them for 25–30 minutes.

3. When the pan is hot, place the ears of corn in the pan and give the corn nice grill marks.

4. After 2–3 minutes, when you start to see dark grill marks appear on the corn, rotate the corn. Continue to rotate the corn until grill marks appear on every side. The corn should

AONORI

take about 8–10 minutes to cook. Once the corn is done, remove the ears from the pan.

5. Using an offset spatula or a knife, coat the exterior of each piece of corn with the Kewpie mayo.

BONITO FLAKES

6. Once each ear of corn is coated with mayo, roll it in the cotija.

7. To finish garnishing the corn, sprinkle the aonori, togarashi and bonito flakes on top.

A lot of Japanese chefs shave their own bonito, right before service, KEWPIE MAYO

with a bonito box. These little wooden boxes can be purchased online and are imported directly from Japan. They function like a mandoline, except there is only one blade, and the bonito shavings are caught in a drawer that pulls out of the box. Freshly shaved bonito has a pronounced, fishy flavor that adds an extra layer of umami to dishes.

You can also purchase whole dried bonito online through Amazon or at specialty Asian retailers.

Reprinted with permission from The Peached Tortilla © 2019 Eric Silverstein.

EAR OF CORN

Published by Sterling Epicure. Photograph © Carli Rene/InkedFingers.

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LOCAL LIMELIGHT

UPCOMING

E N TR E P R E NEUR/A R T IST PA I N T S H E R W AY T O S U C C E S S

JOANNA NICHOLS DISPLAYS HER RAW AND ORIGINAL TALENT FOR ALL TO SEE

JOANNA NICHOLS IS A WOMAN WHO BELIEVES IN

consists of using all the artistic mediums she has ever

THE IMPORTANCE OF LIVING LIFE TO THE FULLEST

worked with to create large canvas art, which will portray

AND KNOWS WHAT IT MEANS TO FIERCELY PURSUE

strong characters, mainly animals, with an all-encom-

ONE’S PASSIONS. Joanna is known in the community

passing theme meaning, “I Am.”

for being a reputable business woman as well as a

Joanna expressed her motivation behind creating art

devoted mother and friend. Her creative energy contin-

as being fulfilling and absolutely invigorating to her. She

ues to awe so many who are able to witness her artistic

noted that she will put on some music—one of her favorite

talent, and this year, she plans on taking her work to a

bands being The Turnpike Troubadours—and get lost for

whole new level.

hours in the creative process.

Joanna was born to parents who were enthralled with

"Transforming my clients’ homes offers a great amount of

sports, fine art activities and all the things that make

gratification, and I want them to be able to wake up in the

life pleasurable. From the time she was 3 years old, she

morning, walk into their kitchen to make coffee and love the

already had a paintbrush in her hand, and, over time, it

way their transformed cabinets or walls look,” she says.

became apparent that Joanna’s color combinations initi-

Joanna took the bold initiative of personally painting

ated a wonderful response in people which undeniably

the walls in several of the rooms in her $3.2 million home,

led her to pursue her passion of art. In grade school,

currently for sale, with her unique, exclusive decorative

Joanna received an award for art that later achieved the

painting designs.

highest honor for the district in her high school. She

Alongside her art business, Joanna and several oth-

later graduated from Sam Houston State University and

ers started a passive income business in the community

was inducted into the school's “Hall of Honor” for tennis.

three years ago that has emerged into a network called “The

This talented artist has worked for more than 10 years

Buzz” of more than 1,300 members and growing.

as a decorative painter. Her services include canvas

Joanna revealed that at the end of the day her work is

art; specialty wall finishing; and cabinet/furniture finish-

not about the money, but rather about getting the vision

ing, which entails transforming furniture, cabinets, walls,

right. She believes happiness is a choice, and this talented

ceilings and floors in homes and businesses. She contin-

artist has chosen to do just that while gifting the world

ues to develop more modern styles with her decorative

with her astounding art and business influence.

painting and is currently working on a new project that

JoannaNichols.com

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“We not only book the trip for our clients, but we are also there to fully support them while they are traveling.” well as local suppliers," she says. "We offer a selection of hotels, resorts and destinations with added amenities and perks at some of the most prestigious hotels and resorts. We then offer local tours/excursions and experiences that align with our clients’ wants and the type of traveler they are. We love to open their eyes to the local culture of their destination and deliver an unexpected and authentic experience that our clients come back and rave about. We arrange transfers, car rentals, cruises—and again have special perks on our top cruise lines and offer accommodations of four- and five-star hotels where we know the GM—villas, apartments and even castle stays. Lastly, we also offer travel insurance, which we encourage all of our clients to take advantage of."

TravelAbundance is happy to host a group, provide event planning and even travel with clients, providing in-destination support as an incentive or destination wedding. In recent years, the company has noticed a variety of trends from popular destinations like Croatia, Turkey, Japan, Spain and Portugal, as well as certain all-inclusive trends where the resorts ask to be notified of their clients' special requests. Tequila or Tuscan Chianti? The advisers are experts in the destinations they have personally traveled to and have local supplier relationships there. They can offer top-of-the-line experiences, the best times to travel and insight as to what to see at their destinations.

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Texas' first-ever true trail running festival! 5K, 10K half and full marathons. Relays, food, pools and contests for prizes!

is perfect for families of all ages, with

jerkos Chloe and Lane Ingram.

music, games, food trucks and, of

Honed like river rocks over the course

course, tons of bubbles!

of many millennia, this variety show delights in being a two-way mirror of

1, 8, 15, 22, 29 SFC FARMERS' MARKET Republic Square

Who doesn’t want to pick from the

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ATLAS RIDE 2019

celebratory cycling event on June 1 in Lampasas. A kick-off to the summer and an opportunity for friends, family and members of the community to ride with the 2019 Texas 4000 Team on day one of their 70-day journey!

BUBBLEPALOOZA The Long Center

The kick-off to the All Summer Long series of free community events, this annual celebration of open play on the H-E-B Terrace and the Long Center's lawn—Austin’s front porch—

ATX TELEVISION FESTIVAL Downtown Austin

ATX Television Festival is an annual

in Downtown Austin!? Every Saturday

event that celebrates and show-

this June from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.

cases the past, present and future of the television industry. Screenings,

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Q&As, cast reunions and industry

AUSTIN SYMPHONY HARTMAN FOUNDATION ‘CONCERTS IN THE PARK’

of the public.

Hartman Park

Bring family, friends and neighbors

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6–9

growers here at the Republic Square

Hanna Springs Sculpture Garden

The 2019 Texas 4000 ATLAS Ride is a

their marriage.

who can help carry the lawn chairs for another season of the Austin Symphony each Sunday at Hartman Park.

panel discussions take place over four days and are open to members

7–19 AUSTIN CIVIC CENTER FREE CONCERT

Sheffield Hillside Theater

Bring all those who will listen to the

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psalm of the universe to the Sheffield Hillside Theatre in Zilker Park.

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AN EVENING WITH CHLANE Coldtowne Theater

Chlane comprises real-life married

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MOONTOWER COMEDY PRESENTS ILANA GLAZER!

TRAILOR FOOD TUESDAYS

AUSTIN ICE CREAM FESTIVAL

Paramount Theatre

All family, friends and four-legged

Bring your friends, your family and

Actress, writer and producer of

companions with appetites, come

even your dog to the Annual Austin Ice

Broad City Ilana brings the new-

rally to the monthly showcase of

Cream Festival. Games, activities, con-

new of classy, outlandish and down-

Austin’s most popular food trucks.

tests and live entertainment as well!

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13–16

RHYTHM ON STAGE

THE WINE DOWN

REPUBLIC OF TEXAS BIKER RALLY

The Long Center invites you and your

On top of great music, concert-goers

friends to learn some new moves and

will experience a lively night of shop-

Travis County Exposition Center

dance the night away on the Dell Hall

ping, eating/sampling and strolling

and Sixth Street

Stage featuring some of the best of

through their favorite district off

The state's largest motorcycle gath-

Brazilian-style dances.

Second Street.

JUNE

10–11

The Long Center

Fiesta Gardens

right hilariousness to Paramount Theatre. June 10 at 7 and 9:30 p.m. and June 11 at 7 p.m.

The Long Stage

3TEN ACL Live

ering attracts thousands of bikers for rides, parades and music.

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We are always accepting submissions

Stubb’s Waller Creek Amphitheater

The first in the Night Trail Run Series,

for events you'd like to see included

Come and enjoy another fine night

the longest in the country! 60-, 30-

in our Calendar section. Submissions

of concert artistry from the modern

and 10-kilometer runs, well-sup-

are accepted via the Contact Us tab at

rockers of Local Natives!

ported and well-loved!

LifestylePubs.com/Austin.

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Outlook to experience the sensational view of Austin 3. Paddleboarding on Lady Bird Lake 4. Juiceland 5. Texas Longhorns football

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