"The Unofficial Mayor of Austin, Texas."
In my ongoing quest to experience the very finest in Texas BBQ, I set out on another great road trip last Friday bound for the small town of Taylor, Texas, a mere 30 miles from Austin, but seemingly half a world away, a step back in time and, most importantly, home to the legendary Louie […]
Having grown up with a father who worked in the music industry for over 40 years, I’ve been extremely fortunate to have attended some absolutely incredible concerts through the years…U2’s “Elevation,” Peter Gabriel’s “Secret World” and Pink Floyd’s “Division Bell” tours all come to mind. That is until Saturday evening, June 23, 2012 at the […]
With the summer upon us, if you find yourself seeking great tunes, outdoors, with a backdrop of Lake Travis, the beautiful Texas Hill Country and those amazing sunsets, you certainly need to check out KGSR’s latest live music series, “Lakeside Live,” out on The Rooftop at Uncle Billy’s over Lake Travis, next to the famed […]
Among Shiner’s absolute favorite watering holes, he finds the beer the coldest and the Longhorn coeds the cutest at Cuatro’s on 24th, near the UT Campus. Cuatro’s 1004 West 24th Street Austin, TX 78705 http://www.cuatrosaustin.com
Having just recently celebrated National Hamburger Day, I thought it only fitting to spotlight some of Austin’s very best. Keep in mind, these are in no particular order, but I can guarantee you won’t go wrong with any of these brilliant maestros of the beef and the bun! 1) Casino El Camino http://www.casinoelcamino.net 2) Hopdoddy […]
While he’s still hoping to install a diving board, rope swing and “lazy river,” during these hot Texas summers, you can find Shiner working as “Lifeguard On Duty” at his local pool.
Evidence from last year’s torrid run, as we know, summers in Texas can bring extreme heat and an undeniable desire to cool off outdoors. That said, here’s a list of your best bets to find relief from the searing sun in and around the Austin area: 1) Barton Springs Pool http://www.austintexas.gov/department/barton-springs-pool 2) Hamilton Pool Nature […]
When June comes around every year and the College World Series begins, there’s no more dedicated a fan than “The Natural,” himself…Coach Shiner.
For the past three years now, my father, Roger, and I have made a new tradition of road tripping each June from Austin north to Omaha, Nebraska, site of the Men’s College Baseball World Series. A fascination of mine since childhood, college baseball has been one of many common bonds that Dad and I share […]
When it comes to chasing the little white ball around the links, there’s no better way than by participating in a charity golf tournament. Thanks to Chris Cain, Director of Sales & Marketing with Dulce Vida Organic Tequila, I was recently invited to tee it up on May 7th in the 2nd Annual Maudie’s Cup […]
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