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Features88 // TrackSTarAs he returns to Austin for the Grand Prix, Formula One World Champion Jenson Button has survived and thrived in the fast laneplus the ultimate guide to F1.by Jardine Libaire with additional reporting by Kristen OBrien
96 // ThecreaTiveclaSSWe paired up six menleaders in arts and entertainmentto discuss their craft, Austin as inspiration, and lessons learned.By Lauren Smith FordPhotography by Randal Ford
102 // confeSSionSofauSTinSqueenofenTerTainingAustins premier hostess, Carla McDonald, shares why shes so passionate about parties. By Kathy BlackwellPhotography by Jay B . Sauceda
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With its Champagne brunch and items for sale from favorite boutiques, the Beauty of Life fundraiser for Hospice Austin is one of the citys most popular annual charity events. But the fundraiser, which took place last month, has a dramatic second half: Beauty Unveiled, a seated dinner and party on November 13 that is the brain- child of beloved local jewelry designer Nak Armstrong.
As creative director of Beauty Unveiled, Armstrong is excited for the possibility
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The Beauty of GivingCFDA AWARDWINNING JEWELRY DESIGNER NAK ARMSTRONG PLANS AN INNOVATIVE NIGHT FOR HOSPICE AUSTIN. BY JANE KELLOGG MURRAY
of helping Hospice Austin even more than he did last year with this event at Brazos Hall. He is planning an elegant seated dinner for 86 people (sold out), followed by an afterparty for 200 ($150 per ticket) that includes a performance by the group Goodbyemotel, which the Australian band bills as a 4-D experience.
Beauty Unveiled is actually based on a similar event Armstrong did last year during Tribeza Style Week, during which all
events raised money for Hospice Austin. This year, Armstrong wanted to strip away the third-party element and donate all proceeds directly to Hospice, with a goal of raising $100,000 for the organization.
I wanted to create an event that felt truly like a New York fashion event. Obviously, not an actual New York event, but one that rises to that levelwhere people go and say, Wow, thats a place I want to bebecause its an experience, Armstrong says.
I felt like last year we really achieved that. Now that its [solely] a Hospice Austin event, we have a much greater responsibility in terms of raising more money for the charity and also in making the event that much more spectacular.
Beauty of Life, which this year featured best-selling author Mitch Albom, is Hospice Austins signature fundraiser (netting an impressive $277,568 in 2013). But thats only a fraction of what Austins only nonprofit hospice care provider actually needs; Hospice Austin spent $2.4 million in 2013 in charity care to provide for terminally ill patients lacking insurance or Medicare. We have a strong need to reach a greater audience of support, says Hospice Austin Development Director Robin Clemons.
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Armstrong initially rose to fame as part of the design duo Anthony Nak, which won the esteemed Council of Fashion Designers of America (CFDA) award for accesso-ries design in 2005. He launched his eponymous collection in 2011; from his South Congress studio, Armstrong sells his precious jewel work internationally and nationally, including at Barneys and locally at By George. By George, 524 N. Lamar Blvd., 512-472-5951; bygeorgeaustin.com; nakarmstrong.com AW
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in the high global society that also claims Button. And
shes able to go from shimmering in a red gown at Prince
Williams party or boating in Ibiza in a white bikini to run-
ning a triathalon with Button and kickboxing for fun. Shes
a stunning figure of support for Button in the paddocks in
Austin, too.
Buttons understated yet razor-edged focus may be the
primary factor that got him where he is now. Joe Saward,
a fellow Brit and Formula One writer who hasnt missed
an F1 race in 26 years, watched Button grow up on world-
wide tracks. He claims that Button is definitely in the
[Alain] Prost line. Hes a stylish, effortless driver who is
relentlesslap after lap after lap, he is there. A Lewis
Hamilton [type] may be able to produce faster laps in
qualifying, but Jensons strength is in the ease with which
he can build races. This, in effect, is how Button built his
entire career: relentlessly.
And such long-form drama distinguishes F1 from other
quick-burn, smash-and-crash sports, too. Its what makes
F1 addicting to its fans and intriguing to those on the cusp
of fandom. Button admits: That was always the worry with Formula One
with us going to Americabecause you have Nascar, where theres a massive
amount of overtaking and its a real spectacle, with lots of action. F1 is very
different. When we actually make an overtaking move, its like, wow; its that
difficult to do. And we were a little worried about putting on a showbut the
racing has been fantastic in Austin.
Saward agrees: [F1] is not just about the racing on the track. Its a major indus-
try, right at the cutting edge of automotive technology. Its filled with brilliant
people. At the same time, it has elements of soap opera; it has European chic; it
has the glamour of international travel and the whole celebrity thing as well.
Button definitely uses his celebrity for good, having
established a charitable trust, running triathalons for
important causes, and serving as spokesperson for Johnnie
Walkers designated-driver campaign called Join the Pact
(see sidebar). Because of what I do for a living, I can have
quite a big voice and a big impact, Button says. Im very
lucky that I can be in that position and try my best to help
[drunken driving] is a problem all around the world.
The F1 life doesnt allow drivers a minute of security,
and Button has no idea where hell be this time next year.
But he knows two things for sure. One is that hell have a
wicked good time in Austin. He looks forward to his
third trip to Circuit of the Americas: The layout is fan-
tastic. From Turn 2 to Turn 8, its such a high speedand
high-speed chases are action. He cant wait for the race
to be finished, either. We love the Austin Grand Prix. I
love the live-music vibe. Its really coolits something so
different to most cities that we race in.
And he knows hell always belong to the history, to the
culture, to the pure, dirty, elegant, diabolic, divine, ani-
malistic sport called Formula One. I love this sport still. I
love racing; I love racing wheel to wheel with world cham-
pions, even if were not winning races. If Im not enjoying
it, I dont want to be doing it. Formula One United States Grand Prix is Friday, October 31, through Sunday, November 2, at Circuit of the Americas, 9201 Circuit of the Americas Blvd., 512-301-6600. Sunday-only general admission tickets start at $152; three-day passes start at $169; circuitoftheamericas.com/f1. For event packages, visit cotaexperiences.com. AW ph
otography by andrew Ferraro/McLaren
human being. The year before I won the world champi-
onship, I had a terrible year, my worst in the sport. I
learned so much that year about myself, about strength,
and about fighting for what you want and what you
believe in. Thats why I had to drive in 2009 [and wanted
to] help the team exist; thats why I had a chance at win-
ning the championship.
So how did he survive the politics, rivalries, changing
team loyalties, losses, and demands of this high-powered
game to come out as a world-level winner, a veteran of the
track, and a still-dangerous contender at the tender age of 34?
Button got schooled in fame early on: Its been difficult
for me to trust people through my career because youre
always wondering what they want, right or wrongly. Hes
mastered the art of public-figure-hood, balancing privacy
against generosity and joviality to the media and fans.
And he keeps his inner circle tight: All of my close friends
are still the guys I grew up with, he reveals.
His dad helped immensely. John Button was an English
rallycross driver who died in January of this year to collec-
tive griefhe was known and loved in the paddocks. The McLaren team
principal at the time, Martin Whitmarsh, spoke in Johns tribute: In my long
Formula One career, Ive encountered many drivers fathers, but I think its safe
to say that John was perhaps most devoted to his son, [more] than any of them.
And Button always maintained a necessary and protective selfishness. In
Formula One, you learn that you have to be self-centered in many ways. Its not
a good life trait, really, but when youre in this sport, everything has to be about
F1, which makes relationships difficult.
Difficult, but not impossible. Jessica Michibata, his fiance, seems to meet
and complement his competitiveness. The Argentine-Japanese model lives
Button raced in a McLaren Mercedes MP4-29 at the Monte Carlo Formula One event in May.
Join The PacT
Johnnie Walker has placed
responsible drinking at the
heart of its nine-year part-
nership with the McLaren
Mercedes F1 Team, with
Jenson Button and Kevin
Magnussen as key ambas-
sadors for the campaign.
This year Johnnie Walker
is continuing to collect
pledges from consum-
ers vowing to designate
a driver via the hashtag
#ImNOTdriving. Johnnie
Walker made an impactful
short flm for Join the Pact
to encourage people to
pledge; The Glass Car can
be viewed on YouTube.
jointhepact.com
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THE PArTy TrACk Feel like a winner at these ftes, where the stars, Champagne,
and music are abundant.
Amber LoungeThe original Made in Monaco party thrown at F1 race locations around the globe, Amber Lounge (above) is the best-known and longest-running F1 afterparty, a glorious whirl of fashion, fine dining, and celebrities. Stars seen last year in Austin included Alex Pettyfer, Adrian Grenier, Matt LeBlanc, and Gerard Butler. Hot tip: Sunday night (November 2) is the big blowout as drivers, team principals, sponsors, and other heavy-hitters finally get to let off some steam. November 1 and 2, 10:30 pm4 am. La Zona Rosa, 612 W. 4th St., 512-263-4146; for tickets and pricing: (+377) 97-77-16-34, [email protected]; amber-lounge.com
bLu At the W The locally owned party now in its third year is showing the world what Austin-meets-F1 is all about. Located on the second floor of the W Austin hotel, the scene is packed with locals as well as the international set. This year includes a carnival and Full Tilt Fashion Show. Past celebrants are Chef Gordon Ramsay, Carlos Slim, Alexander Rossi, and Enrique Iglesias. October 31 and November 1, 8 pm4 am. W Austin, 200 Lavaca St.; for tickets and pricing: 512-895-9533, ginger @formulavipevents.com; bluatthew.com
my yAcht cLubThe Monaco-style nightclub, hosted in Monte Carlo annually on a $30 million yacht, is produced at Ballet Austin by
British twin brother-and-sister team Nicholas and Annabelle Frankl, founders of My Yacht Group. This year Ballet Austin will receive benefits in support of its Night of Community Program, and international DJ Alex Karlsson will return. Ballet Austin Executive Director Cookie Ruiza racing enthusiast herselfwelcomes MYC revelers like Rick Yune, John Paul and Eloise DeJoria, Nichole Galicia, Nico Hlkenberg, Vitaly Petrov, and Jared Padalecki through Ballet Austins doors. October 31 and November 1, 10 pm4 am. Ballet Austin, 501 W. Third St.; for tickets and pricing: 858-848-9125, [email protected]; myyachtclub.com FerrAri FteAt this party on the DL, the address remains a mystery and guests receive word only a few days before. Past parties included one held at a ranch outside of Austin, with dinner prepared by top chefs such as David Bull of Congress, cigar-rolling stations, and surprise guests such as Steve Martin, who was flown in for the night.
other contendersSeasoned F1 partiers also know to look out for details on the British Consulate Generals Great British Garden Party; the Infiniti Red Bull Party; the Sunday night Porsche party; Blu at Acquavilla, held at a private residence on Lake Travis; and an annual hidden pop-up party (by invitation only; e-mail [email protected] for information).
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The CEO of Circuit of the Americas lives for this time of year. Youll find him talking to visitors from all over the world
to hear their stories and discover why they chose to come to Formula One here. And he
wont just be near the track; his race week agenda includes
dinner parties, Fan Fest, and, of course, the Duran Duran
concert at ACL Live. Dial, who once had dreams of being an
NFL linebacker, revealed some F1 insights we all can use.
What is your favorite view of the race?
Jason dial: We have so many great
views, it is hard to pick just one, so
my three favorites are:
1. Turn 1: Its iconic as it elevates
133 feet. Fans see the cars racing
down the front stretch with immense
anticipation to see if the drivers
successfully maneuver that techni-
cally challenging turn before racing
downhill into the esses. From Turn 1,
they can also see other areas of the
track, which provide nonstop action.
2. Turn 15: Drivers reach top speeds
after Turn 11 on the long back-
stretch coming into another
incredibly challenging tight Turn 12,
along with multiple turns through
Turn 15all right in front of the
fans. There is breathtaking action in
this part of the circuit.
T HE ULT IM AT E GUIDE T O F1
The Paddock Club at COTA is F1s
primary hospitality offering and where
one rubs shoulders with the racing
elite and dignitaries from around the
world. F1 takes over the entire area
above the pit lane and team garages
and turns it into an ultra-high-end
hospitality and race-viewing area. The
Paddock Club also grants you access
to the pit lane, which is the heart and
soul of the race. The food, drink, and
service are all top-class; the staff of
The Paddock Club travels to all the
races on the F1 calendar, so it remains
at a consistently high level. A
three-day Paddock Club pass that
includes four-course dining and fine
wines, a Mumm Champagne bar, pit
lane walks, driver interviews, and VIP
parking will usually run about $4,980
for three days per person. Other
options include the VIP Trackside
Skybox, which starts at $1,899 for all
three days. Skybox has views of the
starting line, all the action at the pit,
and the battle for pole position as well
as the 133-foot climb up to Turn 1. Find
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3. Grand Plaza: It is party central,
where we have fun festival elements
programmed (music, themed
interactive zones for kids and adults,
and lots of food and drink options)
and great views of Turn 1, Turns 16
to 19, and leading into Turn 20.
How would you like to get
Austinites more engaged in the F1
US Grand Prix experience? For
those Austinites who have not
joined us in the past, I invite them
to come this year. They dont have
to be a motorsports fan to have a
great time. We program the
weekend activities to be entertain-
ing for the entire family We want
to continue to grow this into one of
the best sports experiences in the
world. We are consistently ranked in
the top three in Formula One
experiences. We were named
Sports Event of the Year in 2013
and a finalist for Sports Facility of
the Year in 2014 by Sports
Business Journal, so we are off to a
great start, but we need Austinites
support to continue to grow.
What makes the Austin edition
different than other F1 experiences?
Our phenomenal racing circuit, with
its iconic Turn 1 and unparalleled
views of the trackalong with our
award-winning venue (Austin360
Amphitheater) and the festival
elements we programcombine
beautifully with Texass reputation of
big hospitality and Austins love of
music. It makes for an authentic,
uniquely Austin and American
experience. We also boast one of the
most active and friendly cities in
the world in which to host our free Fan
Fest. It is held downtown, Friday
through Sunday race weekend,
providing another incredible opportu-
nity for us to introduce F1 fans to
Austin and Austin to F1.
g.h. mumm is the official Champagne of Formula One and is used to douse the
winning drivers during their celebration on the podium.
Blu at the w went through about 25 cases (or 300 bottles)
of the premium bubbly last year.
amBer lounge opened more than 600 bottles over the weekend in 2013.
my yacht cluB consumed approximately $300,000 worth of Champagne
last year at Ballet Austin.
at Ballet austin this year, you can win a limited-edition Comte de
Mazeray 24k gold-leaf-wrapped Methuselahsix liters of Champagne, valued at
$20,000by participating in the My Yacht Club partys Halloween costume contest.
The Music eleMenTlegends of pop, rock, and hip-hop will entertain Austin crowds on F1 weekend.
Now in its third year, Formula One has quickly become ingrained into the fabric of Austin. Naturally, the Live Music Capital of the World had to inject some music into this inter-national racing event and make it the citys own. Some of the musical highlights this year include 80s British pop legends Duran Duran (above left); American hip-hop trio De La Soul; rock, blues, and rap megastar Kid Rock; and the queen of rock n roll herself, Joan Jett, and the Blackhearts (above right). Ive always had a great time in Austinand remember, Ive played in Austin since the Runaways, in the 70s, Jett says. Its always a great show in Austin because the people are so into the music scene
in general. (Read our exclusive interview with Joan Jett at austinway.com.) Jett headlines COTAs Fan Fest at Republic Square Park downtown, which is free and open to the pub-lic all weekend and includes additional performances from Bobby Patterson & The Disciples, Texas Tornadoes, Grupo Fantasma, Black Joe Lewis, and more. Duran Duran, part of COTAs Fan Fest VIP Experience, plays at ACL Live at the Moody Theater on Saturday night. Tickets start at $325. And finally: Kid Rock caps off the weekend by perform-ing Sunday night post-race at COTAs adjacent Austin360 Amphitheaterthe concert is included in the cost of admission. circuitoftheamericas.com/cotafanfest
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WHERE THE DRIVERS AREThe drivers generally start arriving the Tuesday and Wednesday before race day. The top-tier teams stay at the W and Four Seasons, while second-tier teams can be found at the Hyatt or Hilton and other downtown hotels. Drivers are coming from all over the world, and when they come to Texas, well, they like to find Texas things
to do. Here are a few of their favorite things:
Shopping: Prices for designer goods are much cheaper in the US than any of the other Grand Prix locations around the world, so international visitors, F1 drivers, and their well-heeled significant others head to stores like Tiffany & Co. and Polo Ralph Lauren at The Domain (11410 Century Oaks Terrace, 512-873-8099; thedomainaustin.com) and Nordstrom at Barton Creek Square (2901 S. Capital of Texas Hwy., 512-327-7040; bartoncreeksquare.com) for the seasons latest. They also get a kick out of Texas fashions, snatching up luxe cowboy footwear at Allens Boots (1522 S. Congress Ave., 512-447-1413; allensboots.com) or heritage Boot (1200 S. Congress Ave., 512-326-8577; heritageboot.com).
Being TouriSTS: The mechanical bull is in constant rotation at downtown watering hole rowdys Saloon (305 W. 5th St., 512-472-5288; rowdyssaloon.com), and petes Dueling piano Bar (shown above, 421 E. 6th St., 512-472-7383; petesdueling pianobar.com) hosts a competition of a different sort. Racers get double use out of their protective ear wear when they migrate to
eagle peak Shooting range (20026 Lindeman Lane, Leander, 512-267-1400; eaglepeakshooting range.com) and fire off a few rounds. And this list wouldnt be complete without mentioning The Yellow rose (6528 N. Lamar Blvd., 512-458-2106; yellowroseaustin.com); the infamous gentlemens club draws in pleasure-seekers with its promise of anonymity and Texas beauties.
SAmpling TexAS FlAvorS: Driverslike the rest of our citys touristsoften seek out barbecue to get them through the weekend. Many will follow their nose on a 30-minute-plus drive from the Circuit of the Americas track to The Salt lick in the Hill Country (18300 FM Road 1826, Driftwood, 512-858-4959; saltlickbbq.com), while reservations at fancy barbecue joint lamberts (401 W. 2nd St., 512-494-1500; lamberts austin.com) downtown have been known to fill up quickly during F1. In previous years, racers have been spotted grabbing a hearty brunch at reds porch (3508 S. Lamar Blvd., 512-440-7337; redsporch.com), Searsucker (415 Colorado St., 512-394-8000; searsucker.com), and Trace (W Austin, 200 Lavaca St., 512-542-3660; traceaustin.com).
With the official title at the W Austin of W Insider, Caleb
Campaigne is part of the team of W concierges whose motto
is Whatever, Whenever, and his job is to arrange
exclusive experiences for guests. Besides informing them where to be seen in
Austin during F1 weekend, he may be called on to pick up F1 drivers, which he finds ironic.
Im the worst driver ever, and then I have to pick up
someone who makes a living driving well, he jokes. Hes also been known to arrange
private dance parties in the W Secret Bar for huge rock
legends. What is he looking forward to this year? Fan Fest has a better lineup than ever: Joan Jett, Texas Tornados, De
La Soul, and Conjunto Los Pinkys, he says, adding, I am a huge Nile Rodgers fan
and love Duran Duran, so Im excited about Duran Durans
ACL Live at the Moody Theater show. W Austin, 200
Lavaca St., 512-542-3600; whotelaustin.com
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drivers to watchAustin Way consulted a team of experts for insight into the top racers styles and to predict their odds of winning.
The Mercedes AMG Petronas F1 team driver has been locked in a tight
battle with teammate Nico Rosberg all
season. A fast and daring driver,
Hamilton, 29, looks poised to add another championship to his 2008 world title; he won the inaugural US Grand Prix in
Austin in 2012.
Lewis HamiLton
One of the most successful F1 drivers of all time, Vettel, 27, has won each of the
past four world championships. The
German has struggled this season to come to grips with
a new car, but hes still a fan favorite.
This will be his last season with Infiniti Red Bull Racing.
sebastian VetteL
The only American currently in Formula One, the 23-year-old
California native unfortunately has yet to compete in a race.
Rossi is a test and reserve driver for the
Russian-backed Marussia F1 Team and is expected to
participate in the first practice session of
the US Grand Prix, while driving for the Caterham F1 Team.
aLexander rossi
The 25-year-old Australian joined Infiniti Red Bull
Racing this season and has made the most of the move: racking up several
victories and winning over fans with an
ever-present smile. Calculating and
precise while in a car, Ricciardo is equally
enthusiastic and friendly outside of it.
danieL ricciardo
The German-born Rosberg, 29, who is
teammates with Lewis Hamilton, has driven for Mercedes AMG Petronas F1
team since 2010. But the soft-spoken and
quick driver has had a breakout season this
year, winning multiple races
and often qualifying on pole.
nico rosberg
Born in Guadalajara, Mexico (400 miles south of Austin),
Perez, 24, always has a large contingent of Mexican fans cheer for him at COTA. Checo, as he is
known, has appeared to remain positive
despite a disappoint-ing season driving
for the Sahara Force India F1 Team.
sergio Prez
As a venue, Circuit of the Americas is world-class when it
comes to road racing. This is something that unfortunately has been lacking in the United States,
but its here now. Its what we needed here. This space can offer so muchlook how successful the
X Games were. Its a charming city, and the hospitality has been tremendous. Its a great marriage
with this event.
Driving legend Mario Andretti, official ambassador of COTA and the Formula One US Grand Prix
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THE SWEETEST RIDESAt Motostalgia at the Long Center for the Performing Arts, car lovers can bid on some of the most beautiful vehicles ever made. In addition to a gala event on October 31, discerning car collectors can bid on about 80 of the rarest and finest automobiles in the world, including a 1962 Alfa Romeo Giulietta Sprint Speciale, a 1972 Citroen SM, and a 1955 Mercedes-Benz 190 SL. October 31, Ladies Vintage Chapeau Day, 11 am4 pm. Vintage Theme Gala, 611 pm. November 1, Collector Car Auction, 2 pm. The Long Center, 701 W. Riverside Dr.; for registration and pricing contact Motostalgia, 512-813-0636; motostalgia.com
A 1962 Alfa Romeo Giuliettasimilar to the one Frances former Prime Minister Francois Fillon drove during the Le Mans race this past Julywill be auctioned off at Motostalgia.
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tHE VISUAL ARtISt
Ephraim Owens and Bale Creek Allen
discuss their shared passion for the citys
supportive spirit.
Horn player Ephraim Owenss sound
has resonated with Austin audiences
since he first moved here in 1994.
Hes toured with the likes of
Mumford & Sons and Sheryl Crow,
and consistently packs the house,
playing to loyal fans around the city
as often as five nights a week. Artist
Bale Creek Allen, the featured
Austin artist at Octobers first Pop
International Art Show, has shown
his work around the world. These
two seriously cool cats needed no
introduction to each other and were
quickly musing on the old Austin
and their favorite local music venue
of them all.
Bale, your dad is an artist, your
mother an actress, and your
brother a musician. Was creative
freedom always encouraged from
the beginning?
Bale Creek Allen: Basically our
entire childhood was a revolving door
of artists of all disciplines coming in
and out of the house. I knew early on
how unique and special my environ-
ment was, and I always felt different. It
was pretty incredible and remains to
be. Our family is really close, and we
still do projects together. Our earliest
on ephraim: Vest, Shades of Grey ($95). Service Menswear, 1400 S. Congress Ave., 512-447-7600; servicemenswear.com. Shirt, Universal Works ($194). Stag, 1423 S. Congress Ave., 512-373-7824; stagprovisions.com. Jeans, Naked & Famous ($150). Service Menswear, see above. Hat, bracelet, rings, and trumpet, Ephraims own
Styling by lauren Smith ford; grooming by JoSeph theiS and bailey Stike for ron king Salon
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Doug Dorst moved to Austin when his now wife decided to pursue her PhD at the University of Texas. Dorst himself now teaches at Texas State University. He has been impressed by the quality and engagement of the writing students he has taught in Austin.
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VALENTINES
Valentines, nestled in the hills of Westlake, is a curated contemporary womens boutique. We carry designers including ALC, Haute Hippie, Milly, JBRAND Collection, Tibi, Rachel Comey, and IRO. You can fnd handbags and shoes from Loefer Randall, Jerome Dreyfuss, and Sigerson Morrison. Let us dress you in clothes you love!
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BENJIS CANTINA
Located downtown on West 6th, Benjis ofers an ingenious menu combining seafood and Mexican infuences. Tey feature 2 for 1 Fajitas every Monday and a $4 Happy Hour daily at 4PM. Lunch is served daily and Brunch on Sundays. Benjis also boasts the premier roofop dining space in downtown Austin.
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THE OASIS ON LAKE TRAVIS
You have to see it for yourself. More than just a restaurant, Te Oasis on Lake Travis is an Austin landmark. From the breathtaking view to the delicious food, world class margaritas, beautifully appointed indoor event spaces and friendly people, Te Oasis ofers an unforgettable experience for everyone. Multi level decks, spilling down the blufs of Lake Travis, insures each guest a perfect view, earning Te Oasis the well-deserved title, Te Sunset Capital of Texas.
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We are committed to ofering a wide variety of healthy, high quality, dry roasted fresh products. No additives. No oil. Gluten free. Vegan Friendly.
2900 W. Anderson Lane Call 512.323.6887
BENOLDS JEWELERS
Tis holiday season, the wisest of men will take a special journey to Benolds Jewelers on December 20th. Shop Like A Wise Guy and enjoy 20% of your purchase. A complimentary selection of beer, wine and snacks will also be served. Promotion does not include designer lines or loose diamonds.
2900 W Anderson Lane Austin, TX 78757 Call 512.452.6491 Visit benolds.com
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