Mandy Spivey

Hudson's on the Bend: Celebrating 30 Years in Lake Travis

Written by Mandy Spivey | May 26, 2015

One of the best things about living in the Lake Travis area is the food — there are plenty of great spots to book for a weekend date or a weekday meet up with friends. And when you’re in the mood for a more exotic meal, perhaps featuring expertly prepared wild game and a bottle of red wine, there’s one place you have to visit.

Welcome to Hudson’s on the Bend, one of the most renowned restaurants in the Lake Travis area. From steak to elk, from quail to scallops — there is never a dull moment for your taste buds.

Hudson’s on the Bend might be unassuming from the outside, but all of the action is taking place deep within these rock walls in the kitchen. Nestled in a beautifully restored lake house on 620 at Hudson Bend, this restaurant blends the best in lake life and Texas cooking, one dish at a time.

Groovers' Paradise at the Oasis: A Vinyl Resurgence on Lake Travis

Written by Mandy Spivey | May 18, 2015

It’s no secret that Austin is the Live Music Capital of the World.

Since 1991 it was established that Austin, Texas has more music venues per capita than anywhere else in the nation. Even more music-themed events are held here including South by Southwest, Austin City Limits Music Festival, Fun Fun Fun Fest and Psych Fest, to name a few.

Needless to say, this town loves its music.

So many audiophiles live in and around Austin that even the vinyl resurgence has made an appearance here. To see the evidence, look squarely at the numerous up-and-coming record shops that have made Austin home. Just when it seemed like analog music was going to disappear forever in the wake of digital technology, a community of collectors and records sellers sprang up to the vinyl challenge.

Spring Cleaning and Donating in Lake Travis: Organize, Clean and Help a Great Cause

Written by Mandy Spivey | May 13, 2015

Ahh Springtime. The time of the year in Texas when the clouds part in the afternoon for a few hours of glorious sunshine — which seems to be why I notice so many cobwebs and extra piles of stuff lying around in the corners of my house. With all of its energy-inducing splendor, you might just get the urge to spruce up your place a bit.

When it’s time to dust off the shelves and reorganize for a more efficient life, look no further than to local area causes to assist in the task.

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