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Hayley Cakes & Cookies: Scrumptious Food Art

Written by Mandy Spivey | February 4, 2014

Everyone loves a good dessert. The buttery, chocolaty goodness that makes a warm cookie so welcoming, the first bite into a red velvet cupcake. There’s nothing like a good sugar spike to start the day, or keep it going. I don’t like to admit it very often, but when my sweet tooth strikes, sometimes a trip to the bakery is the only way to get my sugar fix.

Welcome to Hayley Cakes & Cookies, formally Rise and Shine Bakery off 2222 in front of the River Place neighborhood. Area residents have patronized the eatery for over 7 years, which closed its doors for extensive remodeling beginning Dec. 24.

The formal re-opening was January 2, and in addition to the fresh feel of the look, new owner Hayley Callaway introduced an updated menu, adding several popular sweets to those already available. Lunch at Hayley’s still consists of light sandwiches and salads. And of course, there will be cookies. Lots and lots of cookies.

Lake Travis Elvis Fans: All Shook Up Opens this Weekend

Written by Mandy Spivey | January 31, 2014

This weekend is the premiere of All Shook Up, the Elvis-themed teen Musical Theater production presented by nonprofit performing and visual arts organization, TexARTS.

Starting this Saturday February 1, fans of the pompadoured crooner will be treated to a Broadway-style musical comedy that blends the best of Shakespeare’s The Twelfth Night and a handful of the King’s most popular singles. From renditions of “Hound Dog” to “Love Me Tender”, from “It’s Now or Never” to “Heartbreak Hotel”, you’ve got your favorites to choose from.

Infamous Brewing Company Tap Room: A Saturday in Pictures

Written by Mandy Spivey | January 29, 2014

I can’t say enough good things about beer. Benjamin Franklin once said, “Beer is proof that God loves us and wants us to be happy.” I have a feeling he knew the value of a good ale.

This Saturday I set out with my camera in tow to partake in the festivities happening at Infamous Brewing Company out on Hudson Bend. Saturday their tap room was open for Lake Travis residents to sample their newest brews, as well as a few favorites, such as the bestseller, the Hijack Cream Ale.

Hill Country Apothecary in Lakeway: Not Your Traditional Pharmacists

Written by Mandy Spivey | January 27, 2014

Not everyone looks forward to a trip to the pharmacy. Most of the time when I find myself in the line to pick up all manner of antibiotics, I am at the wrong end of the sick stick and can’t wait to make it back home to the warmth of my couch. But not all trips need to be so dire; a trip to the pharmacy can be a relaxing experience, one that leaves you feeling more rejuvenated than when you walked in.

Welcome to Hill Country Apothecary. Stepping into the the space, you leave behind all past notions of what a compounding pharmacy is as you speak one on one with your pharmacist about all of your health needs.

Owners Jana Downing and Adam Metcalf, both Austin pharmacists themselves, seek to provide the Lake Travis and Hill Country areas with a unique wellness experience like no other. A one-stop shop that focuses on preventative health, and personalized wellness plans in a relaxing atmosphere.

Lake Travis’ Newest Tap Room at Infamous Brewing Company

Written by Mandy Spivey | January 23, 2014

There are big things brewing on Hudson Bend. Our friends at Infamous Brewing Company have been working since the first of the year to open their first tap room, complete with a 6-tap bar, seasonal brews and hang out zone.

Since legislation was passed by Rick Perry last June giving permission for breweries to sell beer directly to their customers to consume on site, IBC was interested in securing a space for their very own tap room.

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