austin Archives - now & gen https://nowandgen.com/tag/austin/ Fri, 15 Jan 2021 20:04:09 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.0.9 https://nowandgen.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/cropped-now-and-gen_logo-1-32x32.png austin Archives - now & gen https://nowandgen.com/tag/austin/ 32 32 In Conversation with Philip Speer https://nowandgen.com/2021/01/15/in-conversation-with-philip-speer/ https://nowandgen.com/2021/01/15/in-conversation-with-philip-speer/#respond Fri, 15 Jan 2021 19:56:42 +0000 https://nowandgen.com/?p=6147 Our book club chat with James Beard–nominated Chef Philip Speer about EAT A PEACH, David Chang's delicious new memoir.

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]]> https://nowandgen.com/2021/01/15/in-conversation-with-philip-speer/feed/ 0 Austin Gem: Lake Austin Spa Resort https://nowandgen.com/2019/12/05/austin-gem-lake-austin-spa/ https://nowandgen.com/2019/12/05/austin-gem-lake-austin-spa/#comments Thu, 05 Dec 2019 15:09:19 +0000 https://nowandgen.com/?p=4794 The city I call home is lucky to have a world-class spa right in it’s backyard. Lake Austin Spa Resort is consistently rated one of the best spas in the world—and for good reason. The 19-acre lake-front property is blissfully peaceful, offers more than 100 spa treatments, and is the perfect place to relax and recharge alone, as a couple, or in a group. Jared and I have escaped to the resort several times for a staycation or just a night away and have always had a blast. I love the beautiful grounds, how quiet it is, and the fact that it’s on the water. (I could spend an entire day in the hammock overlooking the lake!) And when I heard about the resort’s new green initiatives—including organic gardening, low toxicity products, and recycling and composting practices—I immediately booked an appointment to go check it out. GRAND ENTRANCE You can drive to Lake Austin Spa Resort—or you can take the resort’s very cool water taxi. The taxi picks up passengers at a variety of spots around Austin. It’s a great way to see the city from one of it’s highlights, the Colorado River—aka Lake Austin. It’s also a fun way to […]

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]]> https://nowandgen.com/2019/12/05/austin-gem-lake-austin-spa/feed/ 5 My ACL Playlist https://nowandgen.com/2019/10/03/my-acl-playlist/ https://nowandgen.com/2019/10/03/my-acl-playlist/#comments Thu, 03 Oct 2019 18:23:47 +0000 https://nowandgen.com/?p=4472 I’m obsessed with playlists. They get me through long runs, long drives, and just plain long days. Since I’m really looking forward to ACL Fest kicking off tomorrow (!), I put this Spotify playlist together (below) that features some of my favorite songs from artists who will be playing at the festival this year. Scroll down to give my ACL playlist a listen, and then let me know in the comments which tune is your favorite! “Dancing on My Own” by Robyn “Just Like Heaven” by The Cure “Bright Lights” by Gary Clark Jr. “Charleston Girl” by Tyler Childers “Salute your Solution” by the Raconteurs “High Horse” by Kasey Musgraves “Kasey just gets me. I love how she has fun with lyrics and her music. She just lifts me up.” “All the Debts I Owe” by Caamp “Settle For Satisfied” by the Stone Wheels “Whywhywhy” by Misterwives “Naive” by the Kooks “Lovely” by Billie Eilish (with Khalid) “November Rain” by Guns n’ Roses “I remember buying this album—the double CD case with mirrored art—at Tower Records. Every song was insane but nothing like the epic adventure “November Rain” brings me on. I’ll never forget watching MTV and seeing Stephanie Seymour walking in her wedding […]

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]]> https://nowandgen.com/2019/09/26/a-locals-guide-to-acl-fest/feed/ 8 All the Lessons 2018 Taught Me https://nowandgen.com/2019/01/10/all-the-lessons-2018-taught-me/ https://nowandgen.com/2019/01/10/all-the-lessons-2018-taught-me/#comments Thu, 10 Jan 2019 18:44:53 +0000 https://nowandgen.com/?p=3445 Happy New Year! The start of a new year always makes me reflect on the last year and what a year 2018 turned out to be… My sweet daughter turned one whole year old. My eldest lost FOUR teeth and won his first medal in his first chess tournament. My middle learned to ride a bike without training wheels and began to write and read. We took the boys on their first real camping trip. I managed to carpool three kids to three different schools (do not recommend). I ran my first half marathon. Now & Gen celebrated its first anniversary and we hit one MILLION followers (holy sh*t, you guys!). It’s been a wonderful whirlwind and I think I succeeded and failed multiple times at all things. In fact, I kinda feel like I fumbled my way through most of 2018 – and not very gracefully. But that’s what it’s all about, right? We live and learn, and I definitely did a lot of learning this year… Some lessons of 2018: #1. I’m bad at saying no. I don’t want to let family or friends down so I overcommit myself. Then I end up doing too much without doing […]

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]]> https://nowandgen.com/2019/01/10/all-the-lessons-2018-taught-me/feed/ 103 How to Rock the Yellow Trend https://nowandgen.com/2018/10/08/how-to-rock-the-yellow-trend/ https://nowandgen.com/2018/10/08/how-to-rock-the-yellow-trend/#comments Mon, 08 Oct 2018 18:23:29 +0000 https://nowandgen.com/?p=2775 I usually live in earth tones, but have fallen hard for the vibrant, punchy shades of yellow you can find just about everywhere right now. Known as Gen Z yellow, the hue is this season’s “it” color and I have to admit I was skeptical at first. Bright colors have just never been my thing. That is, until I discovered this canary-colored bag by Espie Roche. Not only is it roomy enough for daytime and still chic enough to carry at night, but the sunny shade gives an unexpected pop that seems to instantly upgrade all my outfits. The bag inspired me to venture outside my color comfort zone and now I’m coveting pretty much all things yellow these days. Another great thing about the trend is that—unlike super-specific Millennial Pink—there’s a shade to suit any style and complexion so it’s easier to wear than you think. From highlighter-bright blazers to muted marigold pants, here are 10 ways to rock the yellow trend.   L’Academie Blazer, $158 This sleek, shiny blazer combines 80s flair with a more modern silhouette. Pair it with a simple white tee, jeans and booties for an effortless date night outfit. Michael Michael Kors Midi Dress, […]

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]]> https://nowandgen.com/2018/10/08/how-to-rock-the-yellow-trend/feed/ 14 Tips and Tricks to Combat Allergy Face https://nowandgen.com/2018/06/18/tips-and-tricks-to-combat-allergy-face/ https://nowandgen.com/2018/06/18/tips-and-tricks-to-combat-allergy-face/#comments Mon, 18 Jun 2018 23:32:33 +0000 https://nowandgen.com/?p=2231 This post is sponsored by Zyrtec, but all opinions are my own. Spring is over and we are heading into the summer! Surprisingly enough, my allergies are still bothering me! After countless trial and errors, I’ve finally figured out a beauty routine that helps me look and feel my best during the sneezing season—along with a little help from ZYRTEC®. Honestly, the allergy med has been a lifesaver for me. So, when they reached out asking about partnering on a post, it felt like a perfect opportunity to share my secrets and hopefully help other sufferers find relief. So, today I’m sharing the tips and tricks that help me combat my dreaded ALLERGY FACE®. You know the look: red nose, puffy skin, watery eyes that accompany allergies. Hope it works for you, too! 1. A moisturizing or soothing cleanser Cleaning my face seems like a no brainer, but it is an absolute must during allergy season.  It’s important that I get rid of residual pollen I may have brought home after chasing the kids around outside all day. I like to choose a cleanser that errs on the soothing side during allergy season so that I don’t dry my skin […]

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