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#TXPlaylist Vol. 09, Brandon Alan’s Lockdown Listening

by Brandon Alan on April 27, 2020

The culture of music in Texas is truly unlike any place in the world. Artists of multiple genres have had a global impact with their music and “Local Texas Music” is not a term that...

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TGIF with DIY Signature Cocktails from San Antonio’s Esquire Tavern

by Bebe Brown on April 24, 2020

The weekend is here and sadly we can’t visit our favorite haunts in person, but that doesn’t mean we can’t get creative. In San Antonio, the James Beard-nominated Esquire Tavern and its sister bar, Downstairs...

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Five Minutes With Erin E. Hooley, Founder/CEO, Bailey’s Blossoms and Peyton Bre

by Julie Tereshchuk on April 22, 2020

If founding one multi-million dollar e-commerce clothing line is an accomplishment, what name do we give it when someone has founded two? Answer: Erin E. Hooley. Yes, with no degree and no formalized training (she...

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Fiesta San Antonio Safe At Home

by Bebe Brown on April 21, 2020

Whether you’re a local, live elsewhere in Texas or would have traveled in from out of state, there’s no need to completely give up on the 129-year tradition of Fiesta during this stay-at-home spring. From...

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Five Minutes With Miss Earth USA

by Leean Vargas on April 20, 2020

As the current titleholder of Miss Earth USA, Libby Hill has worn quite a few hats in her lifetime—in addition to the crown!  In honor of Earth Day April 22, we sat down with Miss...

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Five Minutes With Identical Twins and New Pop Duo, KTJ & Carly

by Bob Valleau on April 20, 2020

“Making music is such a beautiful experience, but getting to share it with the rest of the world is extraordinary.” ~ Carly, KTJ & Carly Editor’s note: Our interview with KTJ & Carly took place...

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#TXStrong: Kendra Scott Philanthropic Sparkle Shines Bright

by Britni Rachal on April 16, 2020

Feeding hungry children in need is now front and center on jewelry designer Kendra Scott’s giving back agenda. Add to that Scott’s signature-yellow masks donated to American cities hit hardest by the virus, plus virtual...

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#TXTips: Short Hair, the Long Game

by Julie Tereshchuk on April 13, 2020

With hair salons closed and our favorite stylists downing their scissors, how do we keep those short ‘dos in check? Houston’s celebrity hairstylist Joel Quinones, from Solaya Spa & Salon by The Houstonian, is here...

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#TXPlaylist Vol. 08, Lockdown Listening

by Cullen Parker on April 13, 2020

Let’s help keep the Texas music scene alive during the coronavirus crisis. Here’s a selection of the artists I’m listening to (and supporting) during the pandemic. How about you?  1. Red Mango Vinyl (Austin), “Lead...