LIVING TEXAS | AUSTIN
Archer Austin
Specializing in Girlfriend Getaways By the Decade From 20-Something to the “Don’t Ask Decade” By Samantha Cook
Us girls need to getaway, we just do— whether it’s because we’re busy moms, business owners, keeping our households together, or all the above. Research shows females crave the endorphins produced from talking with their friends. Really, we could just sit around a table and talk, and be much more healthy! The launch of Archer Austin’s Girlfriend Getaways: By Ages and Stages brings Texas-sized good times to the table for gal pals at one of the area’s top boutique hotels where the concierge maps out maximum fun from hot spots to dance the night away, sip wine, bar hop or whatever strikes your fancy. They can reserve Archer’s poolside cabanas, schedule spa treatments, and create a shopping tour of stores surrounding Archer in the Domain and Domain NORTHSIDE. Girlfriend getaways can vary depending on our ages. In your 20s, you probably want to drink non-stop and go out dancing until the sun comes up. In your 30s, a girlfriend escape probably would include a little partying, lots of shopping, but some sleep/relaxation because you might have young kids at home. Luxe accommodations with five-star bedding on Archer’s double queen beds allow for the ultimate sleepover! The hotel will surprise you with a few glam goodies, too. You’ll enjoy the Texas-inspired art throughout the hotel, but the lobby chandelier is the most
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impressive decoration. Make sure to allow for plenty of pool time with your gals at the hotel’s second floor outdoor pool with big screen TV. In the afternoon, you can enjoy poolside drinks during happy hour, but isn’t every hour happy with your gal pals? Food options are key for any vacay or staycay. They abound around Archer Austin and Domain NORTHSIDE. Here are a few of our faves: »» Second Bar + Kitchen, inside Archer Austin, is a nonstop winner! (Check out a review of this restaurant in our online magazine’s Foodie Friday.) The menus are constantly changing based on seasonality. Start with the unique chicken-fried olives and the tasty avocado fundido (mix it well to combine the chorizo, cheese and avocado), or the pork belly adobo, a combo of poached egg, jasmine rice, basil and shiso. Move on to entrees and don’t miss their sbk street taco pizza—the most glorious combo of pulled chicken, asadero and cojita cheese on a thin crust pizza. The garlic and chive gnocchi is also a crowdpleaser. Their able staff will make sure you’re pairing these delightful dishes with the ideal wine or cocktail. Finish with their assorted dessert bites: salted caramel fudge, blueberry tart, dark chocolate bar and macaroons.
»» Culinary Dropout (who doesn’t love the name?) is around the corner from Archer and a superb spot for your girlfriend lunch. Their scratch kitchen (which you can see from your table) will please the palette of your foodiest friend. Share some apps like prosciutto deviled eggs, bacon and Parmesan grissini (Italian breadsticks), and crusty bread with garlic oil and balsamic vinegar. They pair nicely with a chilled chardonnay. For entrees, if you don’t want the soft pretzel and provolone fondue (one of their most popular items) or “yesterday’s soup,” get a load of the BBQ pork belly nachos (piled high), the garden kale salad with grilled chicken, or the surprisingly flavorful fried chicken (with an unforgettable sauce). »» Another choice for lunch is Thai-Kun. Share the boat noodles in broth with liver meatballs. Then try the pad thai, Chinese broccoli (more like spinach than broccoli), or beef salad. Use promo code GIRLFRIEND on the hotel’s Facebook page to start planning your own Archer Austin’s Girlfriend Getaway. 3121 PALM WAY | AUSTIN ARCHERHOTEL.COM