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1 Hotel Austin Director of Beverage Harrison Deakin, Starwood Director of Beverage Steven Minor, Brothers Bourbon co-founder Paul Wesley

Inside ‘The Vampire Diaries’ Stars Paul Wesley and Ian Somerhalder’s Brother’s Bond Bourbon Release at 1 Hotel Austin

Paul Wesley joined the hotel’s beverage team for a discussion on sustainability and regenerative agriculture, followed by a cocktail-making class
Kappo Kappo at Austin Proper Hotel earned its first Michelin star in the 2026 Texas guide. (Photo courtesy of Austin Proper Hotel)

Two Austin Restaurants Just Earned Their First Michelin Stars

See the full list of Austin honorees from this morning’s announcement
Big Slick owners Margarita Kallas-Lee and Phillip Frankland Lee. (Photo by Jasmin Porter)

What to Expect at Big Slick, East Austin’s New 22-Seat Steakhouse

At chefs Phillip Frankland Lee and Margarita Kallas-Lee’s intimate new steakhouse, hearth-cooked steaks come with a theatrical touch
Jazz musicians playing at Nica on 4th in Austin, Texas.

Date Night Ideas for Autumn in Austin

Fall in love with these unique and seasonal suggestions for spicing up your next night out

Top Oktoberfest Celebrations Around Austin

Check out these top 10 Oktoberfest celebrations where you can raise a stein, savor brats and pretzels, and dance to lively polka bands
Sunlit dining room of Alteño restaurant at 1 Hotel Austin

Austin’s New & Notable Restaurant Openings

Discover the latest bars, restaurants, cocktail lounges, and cafes making their debut in Austin this season
Austin Sports Club in Downtown Austin.

New Austin Sports Bar Offers a Design-Forward Destination for Game Days and Date Nights

Custom millwork, vintage trophies and 18 televisions hidden in plain sight put a new spin on the traditional sports bar
Dandy Lineup with La Valentina wines

10 of the Best Texas Wines to Try Right Now

From sparkling wine and rosé to daring reds, these wines showcase the diversity of the Texas wine scene
Acre 41, located inside The Otis Hotel near the UT campus

Campus Curated: Top Places to Dine, Drink & Discover Near UT Austin

Study up on these top picks for coffee, cocktails, culture, dining and lodging around The University of Texas at Austin
Aba Austin_Patio_credit Chase Daniel

Austin Restaurant Weeks Brings Two Weeks of Dining Deals To Benefit the Central Texas Food Bank

Local eateries invite Austinites to try specialty menus Aug. 28 to Sept. 13 for a good cause