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Cantine Italian Cafe and Bar: A New Contemporary Italian Spot in the Neighborhood

May 28, 2015 by

Fresh, whole wheat pasta. Wines from around the world. Crispy, thin-crust pizzas. These are the elements that converge to make Cantine Italian Cafe and Bar a buzzed-about new restaurant in Austin, and it's a mere 60-second trip from Lamar Union. It just debuted in the space where Fino restaurant once dished out Spanish tapas, and it's taken a new approach to cuisine. Now instead of Spanish fare, the eatery at 1100 South Lamar crafts Italian and Mediterranean cuisine.

Reserve a table online to sample some of the freshly made pasta or golden-brown pizzas on the menu at Cantine Italian Cafe and Bar. If you opt for the pizza, order the Verde with spinach, zucchini, and ample amounts of cheese. Other more decadent meal options range from bone-in lamb over a bed of asparagus to seafood dishes. Don't forget to order a cocktail or glass of wine as well, since Cantine's list of libations is as impressive as the creative Italian cuisine.

Cantine Italian Cafe and Bar
1100 S. Lamar Boulevard
Austin, TX 78704
cantineaustin.com
www.facebook.com/cantineaustin

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Touch as Much as You Want at the Umlaf Sculpture Garden and Museum

May 26, 2015 by

If the “be quiet, no touching” rules at a typical museum make you tense, then the Umlauf Sculpture Garden and Museum is for you. The bronze sculptures that dot the xeriscape garden are coated with a special wax that makes touching perfectly okay — in fact, visitors are encouraged to experience the works of art with their hands as well as their eyes.

The Umlauf Sculpture Garden and Museum opened in 1991 to showcase the art of Charles Umlauf, an artist and sculptor who made his home in Austin. Umlauf was also a faculty member of the University of Texas’ art school for more than 40 years, so it makes perfect sense that the the garden and museum has an educational component, too — offers classes and workshops centered around sculpture. Yoga and meditation classes are also held here, usually in the garden, if weather permits. Make the one-mile drive from Lamar Union to see everything this place has to offer.

Umlaf Sculpture Garden and Museum
605 Robert E. Lee Road
Austin, TX 78704
(512) 445-5582
www.umlaufsculpture.org
www.yelp.com/biz/umlauf-sculpture-garden-and-museum-austin

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Plan B Brunch at Historic Scoot Inn: Mimosas and Barbecue After Hours

May 15, 2015 by

Brunch is a beautiful thing, especially if you had a particularly fun night before. It's a time to stave off a hangover with greasy food or, if you had a quiet night, just fuel up for your day. There's only one problem: you have to wake up first. Plan B Brunch at Austin's Historic Scoot Inn takes care of that problem by holding brunch after hours.

From 10 p.m. to 2 a.m. every Sunday night in May, the Historic Scoot Inn hosts a late-night brunch that proves mimosas taste even better after dinner. Unfolding less than 3 miles from your home at Lamar Union, just a quick 10-minute drive, Plan B Brunch is a fun option if you're older than 21 and couldn't drag yourself out of bed earlier in the day. Local musician Flavor Raid will be laying down fast-paced electronic beats while you dance and dig into tacos, barbecue, and burgers provided by the Scoot Inn and popular local food truck Hot Mess. Of course, mimosas will also be flowing freely.

Plan B Brunch
Historic Scoot Inn
10 p.m. to 2 a.m. Sundays through May 31
1308 E. 4th Street
Austin, TX 78702
(512) 394-5486
scootinnaustin.com

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Go on a Self-Guided Tour of Artists’ Studios This Weekend in Austin!

May 8, 2015 by

Have you ever wondered about an artist’s creative process? This weekend and next weekend, May 9-10 and 16-17, you’ll get a chance to visit artists’ studios, see their works in progress, and learn about how they approach their projects through the West Austin Studio Tour.

During this free, self-guided tour, artists will host open houses at their creative spaces and allow the public to get a peek at where the magic happens. And since Lamar Union is just a few minutes from the boundaries of the tour, it would make for a convenient and fun thing to do!

One of the highlights of the West Austin Studio Tour is West Group Exhibition located at 3300 N. Interstate 35, which features the work of nearly 200 artists who are taking part in the tour. Essentially, it’s a way to preview art that you can then delve into deeper by visiting the artist’s studio. Breakfast will be served at the West Group Exhibition from 9:30-11 a.m. on Saturday, May 9, which is a great way to kick off a day of going from studio to studio. Visit the tour’s website for a studio guide and map.

West Austin Studio Tour
Various locations, May 9-10 and 16-17
West Group Exhibition
3300 N. Interstate 35
Austin, TX 78722
(512) 939-6665
west.bigmedium.org

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Visit Zilker Botanical Gardens’ Orchid Festival This Weekend and Brighten Up Your Lamar Union Home With Fresh Blossoms

April 24, 2015 by

The best way to bring a touch of springtime into your apartment at Lamar Union is with fresh flowers. And there's no better place to find fresh flowers than Zilker Botanical Gardens, which is just a mile and a half from your home.

This weekend, April 26 and 26, you can attend the Heart O’ Texas Orchid Society's 44th Annual Show and Sale, dubbed "Fifty Shades of Orchids," and check out a vast variety of orchids and other blossoms. You can also get some beautiful potted or fresh orchids for your mother — Mother's Day is just around the corner.

While you're there, take a stroll around Zilker Botanical Garden's more than 25 acres, which are home to numerous specialty gardens, including Japanese, herb, rose gardens, connected by serene, winding pathways and flanked with waterfalls, flowing streams, and ponds.

Zilker Botanical Gardens
2220 Barton Springs Road
Austin, TX 78746
(512) 477-8672
http://www.zilkergarden.org
http://www.yelp.com/biz/zilker-botanical-gardens-austin

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Gravy: Biscuits and Gravy near Lamar Union in Austin

April 16, 2015 by

Gravy's an Austin food truck with a pretty specific focus: biscuits and gravy. The Southern food treat is tough to do well, but Gravy regulars suggest that the truck offers some of the best biscuits and gravy you'll find in Austin.

This is rich, hearty food, and menu items with names like "Get Your Lard On" offer a hint of what you'll find to eat here. That dish, for instance, features biscuits and gravy complemented by pulled pork, bacon crumbles, and fried egg. "The Deep South" dish is a biscuit topped with half a pound of pork sausage gravy. A kids menu offers smaller but similarly hearty portions, and Gravy's menu also has French toast stuffed with cream cheese and a large breakfast taco with your choice of meat.

Gravy's part of a food truck park, so if you visit you'll find some areas for sitting outdoors and enjoying the Austin weather. If you'd like to check it out, Gravy's open Tuesday through Fridays from 7 a.m. until 4 p.m. and Saturdays and Sundays from 9 a.m. until 4 p.m. Visit the Gravy website to find out more!

Gravy
601 W. Live Oak Street
Austin, TX 78704
www.gravyatx.com
www.yelp.com/biz/gravy-austin

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Barton Creek Farmers Market: Fresh Produce near Lamar Union in South Austin

April 10, 2015 by

Seeking fresh, local food near Lamar Union? One place to find it might be the Barton Creek Farmers Market. Well, two places: the market now offers two different locations in South Austin, one happening on Saturdays and one on Sundays throughout the year. The result is two opportunities to find fresh fruits and vegetables each weekend.

On Saturdays, the Barton Creek Farmers Market takes place from 9 a.m. until 1 p.m. in the Barton Creek Square Mall, located at the intersection of Mopac and Loop 360. On Sundays, the market happens at 2323 South Lamar from 11 a.m. until 3 p.m. At each market, visitors will find free-range meats, artisan pickles, fresh herbs, flowers, vegetables, eggs, cheeses, and more, all of which is locally-sourced. Vendors serving kombucha, breakfast tacos, granola, tamales, and other prepared foods also typically make an appearance.

The Barton Creek Farmers Markets also frequently hosts events like live music. This Saturday, April 11, for instance, the market welcomes musicians playing bluegrass, children's songs, and country and western music. You can learn more about upcoming events by visiting the Barton Creek Farmers Market website.

Barton Creek Farmers Market
Each Saturday from 9 a.m. until 1 p.m.
Each Sunday from 11 a.m. until 3 p.m.
Austin, TX
http://www.bartoncreekfarmersmarket.org/

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Go for a Run Around Sunset near Lamar Union at Austin’s Lady Bird Lake

April 3, 2015 by

From the path that winds around Lady Bird Lake you can see the entire Austin skyline etched into the sparkling blue Texas sky. It's a breathtaking sight, particularly at sunrise or sunset. Go for a spin around the lake as the sun peeks over Austin's buildings to get a glimpse of the pretty panorama in a spot not too far from Lamar Union.

Along the way, take a break under the shade of a knotty tree. Or you can skip the run all together and pack lunch, a good book, and a blanket, and sprawl out on the grass for an afternoon. Striking purple flora lines the trail here and there, making for a colorful distraction in the midst of your stroll or jog. Don't forget to stop by the Steve Ray Vaughan Memorial Statue during your tour of Lady Bird Lake. It pays tribute to the iconic American musician born and bred in nearby Dallas. He presides over the lake from a sunny perch right by the water.

Lady Bird Lake
Austin, TX
www.austintexas.gov/page/lady-bird-lake
www.yelp.com/biz/lady-bird-lake-austin

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Fresh Italian Fare near Lamar Union at Austin’s House Pizzeria

March 27, 2015 by

A popular place for pizza in Austin, House Pizzeria brings inventive takes on the classic pizza pie to a spot not far from Lamar Union. Some options feature classic ingredients like pepperoni and sausage; others, more inventive options like caramelized onions, salami, pork belly, dates, and goat cheese. The Margherita with tomato and basil is a popular choice, and the plain cheese includes a touch of oregano for extra flavor.

In addition to pizza, this place has a few smaller dishes like spinach salad, focaccia bread, and roasted olives. A list of wine and beer options includes a number of great pairings, and House also has a changing list of menu specials like asparagus and prosciutto pizza, polenta, and panna cotta for dessert.

House Pizzeria also offers their pies for take-out, but the website notes that they may suspend take-out orders when the dining room's exceptionally busy. Check out the House Pizzeria website to find out more!

House Pizzeria
5111 Airport Boulevard
Austin, TX 78751
http://www.housepizzeria.com/
http://www.yelp.com/biz/house-pizzeria-austin

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Pizza and More near Lamar Union at Austin’s Numero 28

March 20, 2015 by

Austin's food scene may be known more for its barbecue and breakfast tacos than its Italian fare, but that doesn't mean there aren't some quite well-regarded Italian restaurants near Lamar Union. For example: Numero 28. This place is part of a small chain with outlets in places well-known for pizza (think: New York City), and the Austin outlet brings pizza, paninis, and more to downtown Austin.

Pizza has its own menu here, and guests can opt for choices with red sauce or white sauce. The Tartufo pairs mushrooms with truffle oil; the Austin features hot peppers and sausage; and other pies use ingredients like salami, prosciutto, artichokes, and potatoes. This place is a wine bar, too, and it offers cheese plates and meat plates for pairing. Numero 28's lunch and dinner menus branch out into entrees like lasagna, eggplant parmigiana, and baked ziti, and the eatery also serves classic desserts like tiramisu, gelati, and cannoli.

If you'd like to try this Austin eatery for yourself, Numero 28 is located just a short trip from Lamar Union.

Numero 28 Pizzeria and Vineria
452 W. 2nd Street
Austin, TX 78701
http://www.numero28austin.com/
http://www.yelp.com/biz/numero-28-austin

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