Mandy Spivey

Bearded Brothers: The Wholesome Snack Food Company Run by Bros Before GMOs

Written by Mandy Spivey | December 10, 2014

Hunger is a mighty efficient motivator; Maslow’s hierarchy of needs illustrates this in detail, explaining how humans cannot move toward personal happiness if things like safety and shelter are still lacking in life.

In less dire circumstances, two brothers found themselves in a similar hungry situation, which forced them to think outside the box and create their own organic health-centered energy bars.

We’re talking about Austin’s Bearded Brothers, the wholesome snack food company run by Caleb Simpson and Chris Herbert. Active living is a large part of their lives and the guys were busy in the rock climbing, running and disc golf communities. When they couldn’t find eats that they liked, the guys decided to concoct their own organic variations of their favorite energy bars and snacks.

Thirsty Planet Brewing Company: Local Beer Made in Austin, For Austinites

Written by Mandy Spivey | December 2, 2014

Beer is one of those things in life that seems to just bring people together. For beer brewers, this collective gets much smaller and more close-knit; members share tips and tricks for the art of brewing and have a sounding board for their triumphs (when a beer tastes great) and their not-so-proud moments (the moments after finding a beer unexpectedly exploded as it fermented). The club is ever-expanding as the craft beer scene grows, as are the types of beers that are being brewed and served within these upcoming breweries.

Gracious Bridal: Personalized Party Favors From the Heart of Lakeway

Written by Mandy Spivey | December 1, 2014

There are a million decisions that go into making a dream wedding come true. And when an important party is on the horizon, like a 50th anniversary or graduation party, a personalized touch always goes a long way in making the day more memorable.

Tiny flags to sit atop cupcakes with your initials playfully stamped across them? Check. Napkins with your favorite love quote or romantic lyric printed in your wedding’s color scheme? Must have them. Cheeky gifts to hand out at the reception, like tissue packets or lovely matchbooks? Of course!

It’s easy to get caught up in a frenzy trying to take in all of the options for the items that make a good party great, and one search online will lead you down a rabbits hole of internet sites keen on offering you these things. Lots and lots of sites. But there is just something quaint about having a local party design house that is willing to take on the challenge.

Hill Country Golf & Guitar in Bee Cave is Open! Mini-Golf, Live Music and Food

Written by Mandy Spivey | November 24, 2014

Imagine a warm Saturday afternoon, the breeze lightly blowing, guitars echoing familiar riffs in the distance, a golf club in hand. Around you are babbling fountains, newly planted native Red Bud trees and lavender, and a stage awaits the local act of the evening. There’s beer and food at the ready, and the vibes are undoubtedly Austin.

This is Hill Country Golf & Guitar in Bee Cave, which officially opened November 4th along with the Six String Grill.

Chilly Weather in Lake Travis: A Few Ideas for Keeping Warm

Written by Mandy Spivey | November 17, 2014

No matter what weather forecasts are in the future, when the cold hits Central Texas it always seems to come as a shock.

The polar vortex swept across the U.S. last week and the Lake Travis area was left with chilly sub 40 degree days. But you don’t have to become a hermit this winter and never leave your home just because the air is chilly and the nights come early!

Here are a few things you can do to keep warm when the weather gets chilly in the Lake Travis area.

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