Life + Culture

A Treat Worth Wagging For

From wholesome meals to all-natural treats, Woof Gang makes every bite worth celebrating. Article by Michelle Wood | Photography by Courtesy of Woof Gang Bakery & Grooming Westlake Food is one of the simplest ways we show our pets a little extra love. Woof Gang Bakery & Grooming Westlake brings that idea to life through a curated selection of nutritious foods, all-natural treats, chews and special goodies designed for the four-legged members of the family. For everyday meals, pet parents can...

Life + Culture

From Vine to Vintage

Inside harvest season at Spicewood Vineyards and the story behind its Texas-grown wines. Article by Michelle Wood | Photography by Courtesy of Spicewood Vineyards Harvest brings an entire growing season into focus. Grapes that have spent months developing on the vine are picked and moved into the winery, where a new vintage begins. For Spicewood Vineyards, that process starts with the land and decisions made long before harvest. Original owners Ed and Madeline Manigold studied the property...

Life + Culture

Meet Me at Winston’s

A Place For Every Part Of The Day Article by Steven Valentin | Photography by Courtesy of Winston’s Lakeway Winston’s at Lakeway is built around a simple idea: good food and drink should fit easily into everyday life. The original Winston’s location brings together a neighborhood café, drive-thru, playground and extended outdoor gathering space, creating a place that works for everything from a quick coffee run to an unhurried family meal. It is designed to carry guests from morning through...

Food + Beverage

Around the Table

Four local restaurants bringing distinctive flavors and fresh reasons to dine around West Austin. Article by Steven Valentin From scratch-made cooking and handmade dumplings to fresh Mediterranean fare and traditional Italian dishes, Bee Cave and Spicewood offer plenty of reasons to dine close to home. These local restaurants bring distinctive flavors, welcoming spaces and a mix of cuisines that make it easy to discover something new around the table. Each spot offers its own take on comfort...

Arts + Culture

From Acatenango to Austin

Daniel and Adriana Meza, Exótico Coffee Co-Founders, connect Central Texas to their Guatemalan farm. Article by Michelle Wood | Photography by Farm: Francis Perez | Pop-Up: Jacob Weber What inspired you to start your business, and how did your signature product come to be? Exótico Coffee was born from a desire to share a piece of our heritage with the community we now call home. My husband and I both grew up on coffee farms in Guatemala, surrounded by a culture where coffee was more than a...

Arts + Culture

Grow What You Love

Fresh food, community connection and a new way to grow with Khôra Home. Article by Michelle Wood | Photography by Courtesy of Khôra Home Khôra Home is bringing a new approach to local food production to Central Texas, combining growing technology, small-batch products and a focus on community. Avi Moskovitz, Founder and Chief Innovation Officer of Khôra Home, shares the inspiration behind the company, what sets its products apart and how being rooted in Central Texas shapes what they create...

Food + Beverage

Sit. Stay. Dine.

West Austin favorites for good food, cold drinks and dining with your dog. Article by Michelle Wood | Photography by West Austin City Lifestyle Outdoor dining is part of the Hill Country experience, and there’s no reason the family dog should have to miss out. From Bee Cave and Spicewood to Steiner Ranch, patios range from casual local hangouts to spots made for lingering over lunch, dinner or a cold drink. These favorites bring together good food, welcoming spaces and the laid-back atmosphere...

Life + Culture

Big Imagination Begins With Little Sparks

Inside the colorful West Austin studio inspiring creativity and confidence Article by Michelle Wood | Photography by Marissa Klaas Located at 13617 Fitzhugh Road in West Austin, Little Spark Studio began with something Bre wished existed for her own children. As a mother searching for activities they would truly enjoy, she imagined a place where creativity, movement, play, and celebration could all exist under one roof. Transforming that idea into reality became a family effort, from painting...

Professional Services

Beauty, By Design

David Manning creates homes shaped by art, purpose, and place. Article by Steven Valentin | Photography by Courtesy of David Manning Architecture Long before David Manning began shaping homes, he learned to see like an artist. While studying painting at the School of the Museum of Fine Arts in Boston, instructor Paul Stopforth predicted that Manning’s artistic training would one day make him a better architect. That observation still resonates in every line he draws. For Manning, architecture...

Shopping

Six Local Boutiques Worth Shopping Now

Discover distinctive fashion, thoughtful gifts, and fresh Hill Country style Article by Steven Valentin Apricot Lane Boutique Find flattering, affordable styles for casual days, date nights, and every occasion, plus personalized guidance from its Bee Cave fashion consultants. Shop at  apricotlaneboutique.com/store/beecave . Oh Yeah Boutique This family-owned Bee Cave favorite brings clothing and cheerful gifts together for BFFs, sisters, mothers, grandmothers, and yourself. Learn more...