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like a hallmark movie

Get immersed in Hallmark Channel Christmas at this Texas hotel holiday suite

how the wildflowers glow

Austin's Wildflower Center goes elemental for immersive holiday light walk

National restaurant magazine meticulously chooses Austin's best rising chefs

new leftovers

Austin upholstery artist saves new materials from landfill at holiday market

Bring on the tourists

This Texas city is among the 50 best places to travel in 2024, says Travel + Leisure

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Austin is no longer the No. 1 magnet for millennials on the move, report says

East Austin barbecue family holds strong against neighborhood developers

Stunning new San Antonio hotel will house a speakeasy, rooftop bar, and more

RESTAURANTS + BARS

bonbon natale

Austin chocolatier sweetens up Food Network holiday competition

Dianelys Fuentes

better lake than never

Worldly restaurant with fancy plating and views floats to Austin lakefront

New Brew

Iconic Texas beer cracks open first-ever non-alcoholic brew

Cheers, Y'all

Beverage experts reveal how to prepare for the perfect Friendsgiving

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CITY LIFE

on the nice list

Austin sparkles and shines as the No. 1 most festive city in the U.S. for 2023

Court news

Court sentences Kaitlin Armstrong in famous Austin trial for cyclist's murder

a dam good idea

Texas' favorite Buc-ee’s and Mercedes Benz charge up new EV option for drivers

Merry Gifting

Still need gift ideas this holiday season? Check out this list.

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ENTERTAINMENT

hot headlines

Lessening millennial migration leads Austin's 5 most-read headlines this week

Movie Review

Jealousy, intrigue, and weirdness make Saltburn an eat-the-rich hoot

Weekend Event Guide

Here are the top 7 things to do in Austin this Thanksgiving weekend

TRAVEL

charles would be proud

Cherished Dickens festival in Galveston toasts 50 years with nod from UK

Steven Devadanam

Cruise news

Largest Princess ship ever ported in Texas launches first Caribbean cruises from Galveston

santa wears sunglasses here

Austin warms up as the 3rd best winter vacation spot in the U.S., per report

REAL ESTATE

hopes for homeownership

Austin is among the 20 most 'house rich' cities in U.S., report says

welcome to whitehall

Regal 656-acre ranch near College Station lassos luxury living for $42M

Steven Devadanam

Ones to Watch

'Supernova' Austin snags a No. 1 spot on competitive real estate markets to watch list

connect with local luxuries

Experience the picture-perfect Austin lifestyle at Citizen House apartments

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ARTS

the mayor's new clothes

Austin mayor and 15 others cast as famous Nutcracker mother

Lost and Found

John Lennon's former lover showcases rare Lost Weekend photos in Austin exhibit and sale

sunny slopes of long ago

Texas auction lists Willie Nelson and Lonesome Dove memorabilia from famous photographer's estate

In The Spotlight

The theater at the heart of Fort Worth's cultural explosion

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HOME + DESIGN

designed with care

Warm neutrals and kitchen hideaways among Houzz's 10 top home design predictions for 2024

luxurious and sustainable

Rare modular home hits the Austin market for $3.275 million

whimsy on tv

Austin furniture designer enters the spotlight on Magnolia Network show

FASHION + BEAUTY

Whatanoutfit

Iconic Texas burger chain knits up new batch of holiday sweaters, socks, and more

don't skim this store

Famous Kardashian shapewear brand sneaks into first Austin storefront

give 'em the boot

Texas bootmaker Lucchese kicks up ultra-exclusive, $16K anniversary boots

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