Kristy Owen's (kristyowen) Blog

I have to say that I am an anything sugar connoisseur (I eat SweeTarts to breakfast each day) as far as a frozen treat on a warm or cold day in Austin goes ...Berry Austin may be the spot. The number one reason I love it is the Austin feel inside - it is the perfect combination of artsy, unique, ...

Whether you are stopping by to get your daily fix of sports on one of their big screen or  to actually get involved in some beach volleyball - it's a fun time. As far as food goes it is your typical full service bar and grill. Good burgers, good bar food, pretty reasonable priced all around. The ...

For the ultimate journey back in time to the 80's - you have to check out the Spazmatics at Cedar Street Courtyard. Nerdy-ness meets 80's favorites creating this must see show. They put on a show that will have you laughing, singing along, and dancing all night long - so bust out those old high ...

In honor of Texas Independence Day I think that it is only appropriate that every Austinite take the time to pay a visit to the Texas Capitol located in the heart of Austin, Texas. There is no doubt in my mind that Texans are probably the proudest Americans and have a pride that only Texans know ...

With the Austin Rodeo right around the corner it is time to stop by Allens Boots so that you can gear up for the event. Allens Boots has been the Cowboy stop in Austin since 1977, browse their selection of over 4,000 boots on display. This is some of Austin Boot Shopping at its best, located just...

This is the start of one of my favorite weeks to call myself an Austinite, Austin Restaurant Week. Today, February 28 - Wednesday, March 3 and next Sunday, March 7- next Wednesday, March 10th the Spring 2010 installment of this semi-annual event. This event allows participants to eat at some of t...

Austin cyclists today is your day, time to get out, venture over to Slaughter Creek Metropolitan Park and enjoy the Veloway. For those that are not bikers how about a blast from the past and dusting off your rollerblades and heading out for some fun. It is 3.1 miles of paved asphalt heaven. Admit...

I have some requests that I post the list on Friday before weekend so for those of you who suggested that, here you go! Happy Weekend. As always, its a great day to be alive in Austin, Texas!   The List Year to Date 1. Mozart's Coffee2. See Bob Schneider3. Cap City Comedy Club4. Lady Bird Lake Hi...

Weekend is upon us again in Austin, Texas and that means I am always up for a new adventure or place to try . . . that brings me to Max's Wine Dive. Fair Warning: I think they may have only added the word "dive" because it almost rhymed with "wine" because it is by no means a "dive" in any sense ...

Austin is such a great city and it is important to remember to give back to a city that gives us so much, so how about donating food or some spare time to the Capital Area Food Bank. I encourage you to donate or get involved out of the good of your heart because we are a city that helps one anoth...