As summer approaches in Texas, with its promise of scorching 100-degree days, Austinites yearn for the refreshing sanctuary of air-conditioned movie theaters and late-night live music. Luckily, Austin has a range of summer concerts and movie series to beat the heat and revel in the city’s cultural scene. Here are some of the best local concert and movie series to anticipate this summer. Robert Rodriguez at Paramount Theatre (Photo by Rachel Parker)Movies The Paramount Summer Classic Film Series There’s no better way to escape the heat than going to the cinema, specifically the Paramount Theatr ..read more

While a single day hardly does justice to all that mothers contribute, we have curated a selection of fabulous gifts from local brands and retailers that are sure to make any mom feel cherished this Mother’s Day. Photo courtesy of The Beauty Way The Beauty Way Daily Luxury Set Austin-based bodycare company, The Beauty Way offers a “Daily Luxury” set with a full-size body wash, polish, crème, oil, and soak, all packaged in recyclable materials. Their cruelty-free, non-toxic formulas with organic ingredients, are effective without synthetic additives like fragrances or colorants. Ideal for moms ..read more

On April 18, the UMLAUF Sculpture Garden and Museum hosted their 25th annual Garden Party fundraising soiree. The garden was adorned with some of Austin’s best-dressed floral gowns and summery outfits as guests mingled in the beautiful setting to raise funds for the UMLAUF’s community outreach programs. In addition to offering such as stunning setting for a springtime party, the UMLAUF Garden Party felt much like a high-end food festival featuring 30+ iconic Austin restaurants serving delicious bites and beverages. Guests sampled dishes from Emmer & Rye, Nido, RedFarm, Swift’s Attic, Tosho ..read more

Hot Luck Festival is set to make its highly anticipated return to Austin, bringing four days packed with culinary creations from some of the nation’s top chefs and music performances from May 23 to May 26. Founded by Aaron Franklin of Franklin Barbecue, James Moody of Mohawk, and Mike Thelin of Feast Portland, Hot Luck has become a beloved fixture in the festival scene, offering a unique fusion of food, music, and community camaraderie. This year’s edition boasts an exciting lineup of events, including a brand-new supper club-inspired Friday night event and a Sunday summer camp brunch. 1 ..read more

Seven years after his win at the Bocuse d’Or, a biannual French competition often touted as the Olympics of the culinary world, Chef Mathew Peters is still the only U.S.-born gold medalist in the history of the competition. Since 2017, he’s been planting roots in Austin, consulting and working as a private chef, while developing a response to the question, “What next?” His answer arrives with the opening of Prélude, a cocktail and canapé bar located at 707 West 10th St.  Chef Mathew Peters (photo by Jessica Attie) Mentored by Thomas Keller, who Peters worked for at Michelin-starred establ ..read more

Urban Roots invites everyone to their annual spring event, Tour de Farm where you can enjoy a spring-fresh, family-style meal prepared by local chefs and paired with craft brews and delectable cocktails and mocktails. A fundraiser for this Austin nonprofit organization, the evening will be full of conversation, inspiration, and delicious food. (photo by Lauren Slusher, courtesy of Urban Roots) Tour de Farm will take place on May 1 from 5:30 – 9 p.m. at Meanwhile Brewing. The event is a an opportunity to celebrate Urban Roots‘ commitment to working with youth leaders and furthering food ac ..read more

The unveiling of Leland South Congress, the latest residential development from Intracorp, Douglas Elliman Development Marketing, and the Eklund Gomes Team, was met with great anticipation and excitement. The special panel event held at 44 East on April 11, provided an exclusive platform for attendees to witness the culmination of collaborative efforts and visionary design. Kelton Finley, Michael Reisor, Fredrik Eklund, Julia Spillman, Xan Angelovich, Perrie Launius (photo by Marshall Hajek) Leland South Congress offered the attendees a firsthand glimpse of the innovation and sophistication th ..read more

On Sunday, April 14, The Kindness Campaign® (TKC) hosted The Art of Kindness Community Day, a family-friendly festival featuring art, mindfulness, music, and more, including live performances from THEBROSFRESH and ZACH Theatre;. Guests enjoyed face painting, immersive experiences with GiveJoy Foundation, and a meet-and-greet with Enoughie Buddy®, TKC’s furry mascot. 1 3 ATXYogaGirl, Cynthia Aguillón Bernard 2 3 Enoughie Buddy® 3 3 Gregory Bible and Lauren Rowe, LEGO The afternoon also included a dance party with Monica ATX, yoga with ATX Yoga Girl, a petting z ..read more

The Texas film industry has a rich history of nurturing talent, producing iconic actors and filmmakers whose influence extends beyond the Lone Star State. The tradition continues as the Austin Film Society (AFS) prepares to induct actor, producer, and screenwriter Glen Powell into the prestigious Texas Film Hall of Fame on May 16 at Troublemaker Studios. The ceremony coincides with the Netflix premiere of Powell’s latest project, Hit Man, at Austin’s historic Paramount Theatre. Powell, a native Austinite, has carved a remarkable path in the world of cinema, earning accolades for his versatilit ..read more

On April 10, we were thrilled to join a small gathering at Soho House Austin for an exclusive panel discussion with Kendra Scott and Rebecca Hessel Cohen, founders of Kendra Scott and LoveShackFancy to celebrate the limited-edition collection between these iconic brands. The six-piece capsule collection, available now, embraces femininity and romance with hand-illustrated floral motifs as well as signature LoveShackFancy bows. Guests were welcomed with champagne and light bites and had a first look at the collection before sitting down for a very lively and inspiring discussion betwe ..read more