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Tribeza Kicks off 2025 in Style With a Glamorous Magazine Launch Party at W Austin’s Serenade

Designers, writers, photographers and advertisers who contributed to the latest magazine issue gathered in this beautiful downtown restaurant

Brandon James, Delayna Darvin, Danielle Depew, Loren Leali'ie'e
Brandon James, Delayna Darvin, Danielle Depew, Loren Leali'ie'e

On January 8th, the TRIBEZA team kicked off the new year in style with a dazzling magazine launch party at W Austin‘s chic new restaurant, Serenade, celebrating the release of the latest January/February issue. The magazine features a curated collection of local interior design talent, an exclusive Wedding Guide, a captivating travel story about a luxurious Galveston getaway, a spotlight on the award-winning Spa Sway, and the fascinating tale of how artwork from The Blanton Museum made its way to Rome—and that’s just the beginning. Hosted by the charming W Austin team, the evening was filled with lively energy, bringing together the creative minds behind the issue.

Cara Caulkins, Rei Leigh Harmer, Jenna Scherz
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Cara Caulkins, Rei Leigh Harmer, Jenna Scherz
Ryan Gray, Fern Palmer
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Ryan Gray, Fern Palmer
Blake Triplett, Amanda McDowell
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Blake Triplett, Amanda McDowell
Nico Ramsey, Janice Omadeke
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Nico Ramsey, Janice Omadeke
Nick Moreau, Grace Dupuy
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Nick Moreau, Grace Dupuy
Leza Gan, Roslyn Jones López, Román Johnson, Crystal Leija, Bia Ferla, Araceli Hart, Shyra Holmes
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Leza Gan, Roslyn Jones López, Román Johnson, Crystal Leija, Bia Ferla, Araceli Hart, Shyra Holmes
Melissa Farrar, Serena McCabe, Ashley Moran
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Melissa Farrar, Serena McCabe, Ashley Moran
Taylor Logan, Katherine Dewey
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Taylor Logan, Katherine Dewey
Autumn and Marcus Mohon
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Autumn and Marcus Mohon
Evelyn Rude, Nita Teng
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Evelyn Rude, Nita Teng
Veronica Cantu, Christina Garcia
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Veronica Cantu, Christina Garcia

W Austin’s Serenade Restaurant Set the Tone for a Sophisticated Evening

Recently named among the “The 27 Most Beautiful New Restaurants in 2024” by Robb Report, Serenade is the new restaurant at the renovated downtown W Austin hotel. Here, you’ll find touches of Texas and France weaving into an American brasserie fare. Designed by Blur Workshop, Serenade’s ambiance includes soaring ceilings, a stunning crystal chandelier, a custom mosaic of birds, and a show-stopping Italian-cowhide arch by Kyle Bunting who crafts premium custom hides into intricately designed artistic pieces.

Sarah Stacey, Katie McClure
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Sarah Stacey, Katie McClure
Simon and Jaquelyn Diaz, Jessica Nelson, Samm Hammel
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Simon and Jaquelyn Diaz, Jessica Nelson, Samm Hammel
Amir Moghadam, Collin Findlay
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Amir Moghadam, Collin Findlay
Robin Wylie, Armand Daniels
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Robin Wylie, Armand Daniels
Mike Reddy, Lisa Parker, Stephanie Saulmon
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Mike Reddy, Lisa Parker, Stephanie Saulmon
Ellie Bennett, Annie Patton, Francesca Geoly, Blanca Urano
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Ellie Bennett, Annie Patton, Francesca Geoly, Blanca Urano
Andrew Shaw, Ashley Jamieson, Meghan Hughes, Khani Zulu, Justyn LeFevbre, Cameron Breed
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Andrew Shaw, Ashley Jamieson, Meghan Hughes, Khani Zulu, Justyn LeFevbre, Cameron Breed
Elise Pekarek, Nell Mcknight
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Elise Pekarek, Nell Mcknight
TRIBEZA Staff celebrating the magazin launch at W Austin: Cassie Butterfield, Chad Miller, Heidi Okla, Morgan Semninaro, Ashley Sauls, Krissy LittleStar Hearn, Adian Durr
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TRIBEZA Staff: Cassie Butterfield, Chad Miller, Heidi Okla, Morgan Seminaro, Ashley Sauls, Krissy LittleStar Hearn, Adian Durr

Delicious Bites and Beverages

Chef Johnny Ray Stinebaugh created delicious canapés for guests of the magazine launch party at W Austin. Passed bites included: Endive Bites with Jambon de Savoie, Fourme d’Ambert bleu, Rose Vinaigrette; Housemade Gougeres with Bacon Jam, Whipped Boursin; Whipped Chevre Spread with Cured Tomato, Smoked Pecan, Honey, Fried Garlic, TX Fougasse; Beef Tartare with Shaved Cured Egg Yolk, Toast Point. Éclair Bites rounded out the menu to conclude with a sweet treat. Guests sipped signature Daylight cocktails featuring Ketel One, Italicus, dry vermouth and rhubarb bitters. Passed wines, Vista Brewing beers and mocktails were also served.

Housemade Gougeres with Bacon Jam and Whipped Boursin
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Housemade Gougeres with Bacon Jam and Whipped Boursin
Red & White Wines Served at Serenade
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Red & White Wines Served at Serenade
Éclaire Bite
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Éclaire Bite
De Soi's Canned Non-Alcoholic Cocktail
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De Soi’s Canned Non-Alcoholic Cocktail

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Read the Latest Issue of TRIBEZA Magazine

TRIBEZA highlights a sophisticated curation of Austin happenings, people, and places in a variety of disciplines. Enjoy articles about architecture, art, design, fashion, food, music and more. With six printed magazines each year and a variety of daily articles posted on the TRIBEZA website, you can always find content that celebrates the spirit of Austin.