Archives for February 2015

Lake Travis Brewery Updates: New Taps and Tastes

Written by Mandy Spivey | February 12, 2015

Lagers. London ales. Old ales. Pumpkin pecan seasonals. Peanut butter stouts. Vanilla milk stouts. Farmhouse ales. The options for refreshing craft beer in this town are seemingly endless, as long as you have a free Saturday and an open mind.

One of the reasons you might love living in the Lake Travis area is the proximity to some of your favorite breweries, like Infamous Brewing Company, Oasis Texas Brewing Company, Jester King Brewery, Thirsty Planet Brewing Company and Solid Rock Brewing.

I’ve had the chance to roam far and wide in the pursuit of some of the Hill Country’s best beers, with a lot of learning and tasting along the way. And just like the growing and living organisms that make up our favorite drinks, these breweries take on a life of their own, so it helps to check in from time to time to see what big changes are going on and what you can expect to see in their favorite brews.

Pieous: Pizza with a Side of Pastrami

Written by Todd Hower | February 11, 2015

On a recent return from a weekend in San Antonio, I decided to avoid I-35 and take the back way along 281 north, through Blanco and the rolling hills of the Texas Hill Country — beautiful country. The trip eventually landed us on Highway 290 just east of Dripping Springs. And that put us just a few miles from the reason for the side trip on our way back to the Lake Travis area — a stop at Pieous.

Pieous has been showing up on my radar since they opened back in early 2013. Friends that live in Dripping Springs are excited to have one of the best pizza places in Austin right down the road. Austinites have been raving about Pieous since they opened. It’s not a place that I consider within the boundaries of the Lake Travis area, but more of a destination that is worth the trip when you have an opportunity to be on the southwest side of Austin. And after eating here, I do believe that I’ll be finding more reasons to visit this side of town.

Trails at 620 is Taking Shape: Phase 2 News

Written by Cathy Hale | February 10, 2015

We’ve covered just about all of the development news we could find in the Bee Cave and Lakeway area, so now it’s time to talk about the new entertainment and business district taking shape at 8300 N. RR 620 — Trails at 620.

If you’ve driven by lately, you may have noticed new buildings popping up. And if you haven’t been there lately, you need to check it out. It has been dubbed an “entertainment district” because it’s home to restaurants, a movie theater, shopping and more. Now we’re getting a better idea of exactly what the “more” will be and how it will all mesh nicely together for the community.

2015 Austin Marathon and Half Marathon: Healthy Living and Going Green Come Together

Written by Mandy Spivey | February 9, 2015

Downtown Austin: A mass of athletes and Austinites materializes in the cool morning air, men and women perform last-minute stretches to warm up sleepy muscles, a quick crack and the race begins.

Scenic tours through historic haunts around town inspire while enthusiastic bands, dance teams and cheer groups entertain when the going gets tough. You pace your stride to keep a steady flow of energy, and as crowds of strangers cheer you on, you reach into your final reserves to push yourself across the finish line.

Austin is an amazing and unique city. Its dual loves of healthy living and going green come together this February to bring us the Austin Marathon, Half Marathon and 5K. On Sunday, February 15th at 7 am, get geared up for the marathon of the year, all in the name of green living.

Lake Travis Area Weekend Events: February 6th – February 8th

Written by Todd Hower | February 6, 2015

We made it through a week of cold, but this weekend is looking like we might get the sun back and a taste of warmer temps — hooray!

Valentine’s Day is right around the corner (it’s next Saturday!) Our Valentine’s Day Gift Guide for the Lake Travis area will help you out if you’ve been searching for that special gift for the love of your life. And don’t forget to make your reservation at one of the best places for a Valentine’s Day Dinner in the Lake Travis area.

Get outside, go for a hike, and check out the roundup of weekend activities in and around the Lake Travis area:

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