Mandy Spivey

Hudson's on the Bend: Happy Hour in Lake Travis

Written by Mandy Spivey | June 2, 2014

You gotta love a good happy hour. Indeed, as the old saying goes, “It’s 5 o’clock somewhere!”

When 5pm rolls around, not only am I usually in need of some rest and downtime, but that is around the time that my late lunch wears off and my hunger begins to rear its ugly head. That’s why the happy hour specials at Hudson’s on the Bend are just so tempting after a day spent shuffling files in front of the computer.

Monday through Friday from 5-7 pm, Hudson’s on the Bend Happy Hour is not something to be missed. It’s a great stop if you’re on your way home (and ready to get out of traffic for a while), or just needing an early evening snack to keep you going.

Go Dance: Best Dance Lessons in Austin

Written by Mandy Spivey | May 27, 2014

What’s your favorite dance move?

This question might seem like a bad pick up line to some, but to others the question is quite serious. From Tango to Swing, from Two Step to Rumba, there are as many styles of dance as there are cultures in this world.

Since my experience on the dance floor promptly stopped in high school (getting called out as an awkward dancer can do wonders to the self-esteem, let me tell you), I was reserved about the thought of being thrown into the action of dance once again.

But this fear of dance is something the instructors at Go Dance hope to rid Austinites of, in a fun and educational atmosphere.

Solid Rock Brewing: Easing Texans Into Craft Beer

Written by Mandy Spivey | May 20, 2014

It’s 10:52am in Spicewood, Texas.

Curt Webber, one of the trio of founders of Solid Rock Brewing and resident brewer is busy stirring the hot liquids inside of an imposing mash tun, while his partners-in-beer bustle about, all working on their respective steps in the process.

I find a dry spot among the loft where Stephen “Beaker” McCarthy is hard at work with the grains, an indispensable step in the magic that is beer creation.

Tuesday is Brew Day at Solid Rock Brewing and even though the men haven’t stopped for lunch yet, the building smells of rich malts and all manner of beer goodness. Swiftly and with purpose the three brew artists work to concoct another large batch of their tasty beers. Steve “Jonesy” Jones is cleaning and preparing the various stages of the day’s production.

If there was ever a time to throw yourself into the craft beer scene — this is it.

Lake Travis Marinas: Emerald Point Marina

Written by Mandy Spivey | May 13, 2014

Lake Travis harbors its fair share of marinas. If you own a boat and are looking for a place to launch, it can be a tricky thing narrowing down the list of Lake Travis marinas.

Emerald Point Marina is located along a deep channel of Lake Travis, making it accessible in low water and a prime spot for all your boating adventures.

Boat rentals, storage and launching all happen at this watery fort, which boasts 308 covered and uncovered boat slips and can store vessels up to 100 feet in length. The year-round storage facility is also climate controlled.

Magpie in Lakeway: The Perfect Place to Score a Gift for Mom

Written by Mandy Spivey | May 7, 2014

Do you have a little something special planned for Mom this Sunday?

Some holidays just seem to sneak up on you. I won’t try to hide it; Mother’s Day is one of these times of the year that doesn’t stick in my mind.

This year’s big day is May 11, which is this coming Sunday. Luckily, I have a locally owned hidden treasure for you to visit and discover lady-like gifts of all kinds.

Mandy Spivey

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