Cathy Hale

10 Signs You Might Be From Lakeway

Written by Cathy Hale | May 17, 2016

Who knew life in the 78738 and the 78734 could be so enjoyable? Your little lakeside town has grown into a bustling city. You may only have 13.17 square miles of the Texas Hill Country to call your own, but you make the most of every inch. Just look at how much you can squeeze into it!

Despite the massive growth and development in Lakeway, it’s still a beautiful place to call home. You have everything you could ever want in a community like a state-of-the-art hospital, great schools, world-class golf courses, parks, shopping, dining, bowling and of course, a gorgeous lake that is full. Hooray!

But once in a while you need to stretch your legs and venture out into the world. Yes, occasionally you leave Lakeway. When you do … well, er … you are easily spotted.

Here are 10 signs you might be from Lakeway:

Lake Travis Lifestyle Mother’s Day Giveaway with Con’ Olio Oils & Vinegars

Written by Cathy Hale | May 5, 2016

Fresh ingredients are best at Con’ Olio Oils and Vinegars in Lake Travis, which is exactly why we’re celebrating Mother’s Day with them.

If you grew up cooking with your mom or grandmother, chances are she swore by fresh ingredients. Well, all of that wise cooking advice is absolutely correct. See, you should listen to your mother! 😉

Did you know? Olive oil should be consumed within one year of pressing the olives to ensure optimal flavor, aroma, and antioxidant content.

Did you know? Many olive oil brands you buy in the grocery store don’t even have a harvest date. That means they could be years beyond their optimal freshness. Yes, years!

This is what sets Con’ Olio products apart from everyone else. They carry an extensive line of the freshest olive oils you can find. Plus, they’re happy to chat about harvest dates and “crush” dates.

Lake Travis Lifestyle Giveaway: Elevated Eats at Oasthouse Kitchen + Bar

Written by Cathy Hale | April 20, 2016

If you live in the Lake Travis area and Oasthouse Kitchen + Bar is not in your foodie repertoire, you’re missing out!

This month we’re pleased to partner with them for our April giveaway where one lucky LTL email subscriber will win a $100 gift card to Oasthouse.

First of all, the food at Oasthouse is sensational. You should just go for the flavorful bites. But in addition to their locally-sourced seasonal menu, Oasthouse has everything else you might want in your neighborhood spot.

Lake Travis in September

Written by Cathy Hale | April 7, 2016

On May 13, 2015, the once elusive rain clouds settled over the Texas Hill Country and the optimistic chatter about filling up Lake Travis began.

At that time, Lake Travis was only 38% full at 630′ and Sometimes Island was looking more like a peninsula.

Today Lake Travis is full at 681.1′ … and it’s beautiful!

Even though February and March have been somewhat dry, the Highland Lakes (Buchanan and Lake Travis) have continued to hold steady. In fact, Lake Travis is nine feet above average and the combined storage of lakes Buchanan and Travis is at 96% full.

But managing a full Lake Travis is a real balancing act. You have a growing population in Austin. Water releases. An ever-increasing demand for water. And it all gets coupled with possible flooding.

What water releases are planned as summer approaches? And where will water levels be when summer is over?

Cathy Hale

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