Adventures in Austin

Over Labor Day weekend, I spent a few days in Austin with my parents to celebrate my Mom’s birthday.

For the first few nights, we stayed at a really cool AirBNB on the east side of town. This place was great–well designed and perfect for a weekend get away. Take a look at the gorgeous lamp shade they made out of a tumble weed (pictured below).

The last night we stayed at The Westin in downtown. They have one heck of a pool with one heck of a view.

Here are a few highlights you may be interested in from the weekend:

• Zilker Brewing Company
• Walton’s Fancy and Staple
• Isla (you’ve gotta try the Tituba-made with rum, coconut cream, lime, basil, and jalapeño)
• The Market and Tap Room (rooftop bar downtown)
• Stubbs BBQ
• Little Barrel and Brown (great for brunch)
• get a peak at Frida Kahlo’s Self-portrait with Thorn Necklace and Hummingbird at the Harry Ransom Center 
• walk around the capitol
• take a stroll on South Congress 
• and of course, you have to grab a drink on 6th Street
• listen to some live tunes at Antone’s 
• and don’t forget to grab a brew by Austin Beerworks!