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Sister chefs sitting in front of their food truck in Austin, Texas with several tacos.

New Cookbooks From Austin Chefs Spotlight Mexican Cooking and Texas Barbecue

Spice up your summer with must-read cookbooks from influential culinary voices, packed with recipes and personal stories
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LBJ Presidential Library Unveils New Permanent Exhibit

The immersive installation explores Lyndon B. Johnson’s presidency through interactive storytelling, rare archives and new companion exhibitions
Shppers browsing books at First Light Book Shop in Austin, Texas

The Coziest Places in Austin to Read, Sip and Unwind

From bookstores and cafes to dimly lit bars, these 12 spots make it easy to settle in and stay awhile
Veronica Meewes, Austin-based food writer and author of “Texas BBQ: The Art of Low & Slow,” traveled across the state to chronicle the history and communities that shape Texas barbecue. (Photo by Alex Gray)

Austin’s Veronica Meewes Talks Texas BBQ in New Book: The Art of Low & Slow

This Austin-based author traveled across Texas to explore the history and communities that define Texas barbecue
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Explore Austin’s Live Music Scene With This New Guide to Artists, Venues, and Hidden Gems

Part field guide, part collector’s piece, the new book offers an insider look at Austin’s rich musical culture — and supports the Health Alliance for Austin Musicians
Tom Gilliland with Amalia Mendoza-Rodriguez at Fonda San Miguel in Austin, Texas

Fonda San Miguel Marks 50 Years with Tom Gilliland’s New Cookbook Celebrating Mexican Food and Culture

The new book blends recipes, memoir, and art from one of Austin’s most beloved dining institutions
The Majestic Ball on Saturday, June 24, 2023, at the Paramount Theatre. (Photo by Dušana Risovic)

Paramount Theatre Unveils Must-See Fall Season of Music, Film and Literary Legends in Austin

Discover an exciting lineup featuring Lukas Nelson, Lionel Richie, Elizabeth Gilbert, Ray Wylie Hubbard, Bob Woodward and more.
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Former UT and NFL Linebacker Derrick Johnson Publishes Children’s Book to Empower Kids Through Literacy

Former football player for the Texas Longhorns and Kansas City Chiefs, co-wrote “Super DJ Saves Field Day” with his wife to help kids find their own “superpowers”