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Can’t miss art galleries in Austin

mevers — Wed, 01 Feb 2012 00:57:26 +0000

Valentine’s day is a perfect time to spend with your loved one and catch up on some quality time around Austin with your significant other. And if you’re after a better date night experience than just the typical dinner and a movie this year, here’s a suggestion for you Valentine’s day evening.

Why not check out the beauty of arts and culture in Austin? Austin is home to a tremendous arts center and district with plenty of galleries to keep your attention.

So, if you’re looking for a fun time this Valentine’s day, here are a few can’t miss art galleries in Austin!

Source: Yelp
Name: Gallery Lombardi
Location: 602 A W 7th St Austin, TX 78701
Reviews: 5

Link: Read the Yelp.com Review

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Gallery Lombardi will close it’s doors on Jan. 15th, 2009.

Loved the old place! New place has walls and good lighting, alley entrance, and Rachel Koper……Read More…

I have nothing but praise for Gallery Lombardi, even if what Angel said is true about the stinkers. But hey. We can’t all be Picasso. And Gallery…Read More…

Source: Yelp
Name: Clarksville Pottery & Galleries
Location: 9828 Great Hills Trl – Ste 110 Austin, TX 78759
Reviews: 3

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What a seriously beautiful place.

First of all…uniquely austin..they give you cookies and water while you browse around their beautifuly decorated bright…Read More…

Source: Yelp
Name: Starving Art Studio and Galleries
Location: 2326 E Cesar Chavez St Austin, TX 78702
Reviews: 2

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This is one of the most unique places I’ve been and a great trip to make! It’s basically an artists’ commune in an old apartment complex that doubles as…Read More…

Source: Yelp
Name: Gallery Soco
Location: 1714 S Congress Ave – Ste A Austin, TX 78704
Reviews: 4

Link: Read the Yelp.com Review

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Gallery Soco is a really nice gallery on South Congress. The neighborhood is a fun place to spend an afternoon and this gallery is basically located at…Read More…

just a room with art, what a gallery is supposed to be. There are plenty of galleries in town but this one gets my five staramundo praise because this is…Read More…

Source: Yelp
Name: Gallery Black Lagoon
Location: 4301 A Guadalupe St Austin, TX 78751
Reviews: 9

Link: Read the Yelp.com Review

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I recommend The Gallery Black Lagoon for both locals and those out-of-town visitors who want a taste of authentic Austin. I lived near the space, which is…Read More…

Contrary to the self righteous individual we will not name that graced us all with such an outstanding account on his important view of the world below, I…Read More…

Can’t miss Super Bowl events in Houston

mevers — Mon, 30 Jan 2012 00:52:05 +0000

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The Super Bowl is coming and it’s almost time to celebrate your favorite team, if they’re playing in the big game. But if your favorite team isn’t playing, you can still have a great time enjoying the atmosphere, the food, the entertainment, and of course, the game!

If you’re not hosting your own Super Bowl party this year, you’re in luck. There are plenty of Super Bowl events in Houston to check out. Here’s a couple of them happening near The Remington apartments.

Super Bowl XLVI Viewing Party: The Houston Improv hosts this event, where you can be there to watch the biggest game of the year on the BIGGEST HD SCREEN IN HOUSTON! And enjoy FREE ADMISSION!

Super Bowl XLVI Party: J Promotions invites you to join us at the Studio Movie Grill City Centre for Super Bowl XLVI!Come out and watch the BIG game on the BIG screen! Join the party for a great game, great food, great drinks, great people and a great time!!!!! FREE PARKING, $25 Pre-Sale Tickets, $30 at the Door, APPETIZER BUFFET & FIRST DRINK INCLUDED.

Top Florists in Austin

mevers — Thu, 26 Jan 2012 15:22:03 +0000

I hope you’re bracing yourself for Valentine’s Day! It’s coming and it’s a good idea to get prepared now! There’s nothing better than planning out your Valentine’s Day events, ahead of time. Whether you’re doing a romantic candlelight dinner, a special concert or outing, or just spending the night at home with your loved one, there’s plenty of great Valentine’s Day staples to look forward to. And of course, flowers are right in the center of every Valentine’s Day festivities.

Here’s a quick look at the top florists in Houston to get you started.

Source: Yelp
Name: Verbena Floral Design
Location: 1601 W 38th St – 9 Jefferson Sq Austin, TX 78731
Reviews: 15

Link: Read the Yelp.com Review

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My daughter planned her own wedding in her usual casual manner. About 2 weeks before the event, I asked her about the flowers. Pause. “uh, do we really…Read More…

I got a mother’s day corsage for my grandmother from here when she was in town for a weekend wedding. The cost was pretty reasonable, they took into account…Read More…

I don’t know what part of wedding planning is my favorite… but telling someone what flowers I like and them making it is probably up there at the top!

I…Read More…

Source: Yelp
Name: Freytags Florist
Location: 2211 W Anderson Ln Austin, TX 78757
Reviews: 12

Link: Read the Yelp.com Review

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Freytag’s did our wedding flowers and my husband uses them every year for our anniversary, and they have never disappointed us. No matter the arrangement…Read More…

Thank you again Ken, Chad and Casey! The flowers ya’ll sent were beyond beautiful!Read More…

Source: Yelp
Name: Flower Bucket the
Location: 3100 N Lamar Blvd Austin, TX 78705
Reviews: 13

Link: Read the Yelp.com Review

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The first call came in from Mom, while I was at Eddie V’s downing martinis and savoring crab cakes. “What’s a good florist?” she asked. As luck would have…Read More…

I know for a fact that every arrangement on their website was personally done by their designers, so just because a specific flower is not available at that…Read More…

Source: Yelp
Name: King Florist
Location: 1806 W Koenig Ln Austin, TX 78756
Reviews: 15

Link: Read the Yelp.com Review

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Glad to have found a chic yet modern shop right here in Austin!
Had so much fun looking through the colorful selection online. When I called to order, the…Read More…

After seeing the stellar reviews on Yelp, I walked in to King Florist with high hopes. I needed a showstopping arrangement for my boss to present at a…Read More…

Oh my gorgeous flora! Two arrangements and dozens of compliments…

I purchased multiple Groupons, looked on their site as I ordered on the phone with…Read More…

Source: Yelp
Name: Mercedes Flowers
Location: 1902 S 1st St Austin, TX 78704
Reviews: 10

Link: Read the Yelp.com Review

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Mercedes Flowers was able to meet my student budget and prepare a beautiful little flower arrangement which I gave to my former employer as a thank-you….Read More…

Mercedes is great!! You can tell she really aims to please!
Even tho I live in Northwest Hills I will drive South to use her talents again.
Awesome job…Read More…

I called Mercedes frantically this afternoon, because I needed an arrangement delivered by the end of the day. All the other florists I spoke with said that…Read More…

Source: Yelp
Name: Breathtaking Blooms
Location: Austin, TX 78748
Reviews: 6

Link: Read the Yelp.com Review

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Everything Linda did for our wedding was gorgeous. She made beautiful table arrangements, elegant corsages, very classic boutonnieres, and absolutely…Read More…

The flowers at my wedding were more beautiful than I could ever have imagined! I worked with Linda throughout the process to really nail down exactly what…Read More…

I chose Breathtaking Blooms to do my wedding because I knew Linda would be able to interpret my vague ideas into something absolutely “breathtaking”. I…Read More…

Newly opened attractions in Houston

mevers — Thu, 19 Jan 2012 17:15:03 +0000

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If you’re a fan of shopping, fine dining, arts & culture, and an incredible entertainment scene, all near home, Houston is definitely the place to be! Not to mention, when you’re living here at The Remington apartments, you’re close to it all!

And now, you’re closer to more.

Houston has a great track record of attracting new businesses. That certainly didn’t change this year. Here’s a quick look at the newly open businesses in Houston.

Roost
Chef Kevin Naderi, a Haven restaurant alum, opens his farm-to-table Montrose restaurant, tempting date night duos and business clientele with sharable small plates offered in a home-style setting.

Gallery at Highland Village (Restoration Hardware)
The 25,000-square-foot Gallery at Highland Village, the most dramatic expression of the Restoration Hardware brand to date, features a rooftop garden and conservatory, a fresh floral boutique and tea atelier.

Local Foods
The fast-casual, walk-up counter concept features locally-sourced items in a 3,300-square-foot space next door to benjy’s in the Village.

Sundance Cinemas
Sundance Cinemas has brought movies back to Downtown, filling the former Angelika space at Bayou Place with a fun cinematic experience.

For more on newly opened restaurants, bars and attractions, be sure to check out VisitHouston’s New and Notable.

Catch up on R&R at one of these top local spas in Austin

mevers — Mon, 16 Jan 2012 17:42:59 +0000

We all know times are hard but you’ve made it this far! And that, my friends, deserves a reward! Why not treat yourself to a much needed day at the spa? Austin’s got its fair share of great spas to check out for a full day of pampering and plenty of R&R. So, what do you say? Check out these top local spas in Austin to get you started!

If you don’t see your favorite place on the list, feel free to leave us a comment and let us know who we’ve left out.

Source: Yelp
Name: The Spa at THAI
Location: Texas Healing Arts Institute – 7001 Burnet Rd Austin, TX 78757
Reviews: 23

Link: Read the Yelp.com Review

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This was the first review I ever wrote for yelp. Now 370 reviews later, I still think they are stellar.

A friend of mine told me about a special they were…Read More…

Their online booking system is extremely convenient… who likes spending a bunch of time on the phone with a receptionist to find a date/time that will…Read More…

This place is Heaven on Earth! The Thai foot massage gave me goosebumps, brought tears to my eyes, made me laugh out loud, and instantly erased months of…Read More…

Source: Yelp
Name: Viva Day Spa
Location: 1811 W 35th St Austin, TX 78703
Reviews: 58

Link: Read the Yelp.com Review

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The facials here are to DIE for, so luxurious. I love Viva on 35th because it’s very classy and relaxing without a single hint of pretentiousness. (Can’t…Read More…

This non-ergonomic chair I sit in only serves as a cruel reminder that I am not getting a luscious massage right now. Especially torturous is my memory of…Read More…

Source: Yelp
Name: US Spa
Location: 12636 Research Blvd Austin, TX 78759
Reviews: 52

Link: Read the Yelp.com Review

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I love this place. The ladies there are so nice and it is always clean. The hot stone massages are so relaxing. I recommend this place to my friends and family.Read More…

I have been coming to this pedi salon for a few years, always went where was closest. I live over 30 mins from the shop but look forward to the drive for…Read More…

Source: Yelp
Name: Austin Med Spa
Location: 1617 W 6th St – Ste A Austin, TX 78703
Reviews: 7

Link: Read the Yelp.com Review

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The best thing about the staff at Austin Med Spa is that they’re warm, friendly, nice, and instantly make you feel at ease. No – that’s not true. The BEST…Read More…

I am updating my review since the owner, Suzette contacted me to offer a complimentary microdermabrasion to compensate for the Glo Minerals wait. Kudos to…Read More…

Suzette is an amazing person and has an equally amazing business. Her knowledge and skills required for beauty spa is unsurpassed. Worked with Suzette…Read More…

Source: Yelp
Name: milk + honey day spa
Location: 204 Colorado St Austin, TX 78701
Reviews: 123

Link: Read the Yelp.com Review

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This is my escape from watching two girls, it is sooooo worth going to. It is a great way to spoil yourself, they have complimentary drinks once in a while…Read More…

I enjoyed the “Signature Retreat” spa package for my birthday and couldn’t be more happy! This place is amazing, clean, and the staff is helpful and…Read More…

Austin’s Cutest Couple Contest

mevers — Thu, 12 Jan 2012 16:49:26 +0000

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Don’t look now but it’s almost Valentine’s day! Love is soon to be in the air and all of the couples will be out around Austin in full bloom. Of course, check back on our blog in a few days to see our recommendations for great Austin V-day date night destinations. But until then, check out this super cute contest!

If you and your significant other can’t go a day without hearing how cute the two of you are together, has Austin got the contest for you! Enter now for your chance to win Austin’s Cutest Couple Contest!

Enter and you could win a $100 gift card! Submit your photo Jan. 1-Feb. 6. Voting begins Feb. 7-13, leading up to Valentine’s day. Gather all of your friends and family and have them vote!

As well, be sure to register and check out the official rules for more information about the contest, and don’t forget to submit your photos as soon as possible. Good luck and may the cutest Austin couple win!

Austin in social media

mevers — Thu, 05 Jan 2012 04:25:25 +0000

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I’m sure you’re well aware of The Remington’s online community including our blog, Facebook and Twitter pages. If you haven’t joined the social networking movement yet, now’s a great time to catch up! Check us out on all of our social networking channels for up-to-date information that you won’t find elsewhere.

The city of Austin also has a great social media presence too! You can easily keep up to date with local government news, the latest tweets, Facebook status updates/pages and other media resources from several Austin resources including:

Follow the City of Austin on:

Follow Austin on Twitter

Become a Fan on Facebook

Exploring Austin’s Wineries: A monthly series

Chasity — Mon, 14 Nov 2011 15:49:08 +0000

I had so much fun looking through all of the listings and reviews for Austin wineries last month, that I thought it would be a great idea to include a listing once a month for residents of The Remington. This way, you can see if there have been new wineries added, or if the opinions of a winery have changed. It will also give you time to actually explore each winery and provide us with feedback. This is a great way to really see what types of great wines are just waiting to be discovered in your area of Austin. Don’t forget to let us know what your favorites are by leaving a comment or posting a message on our Facebook page.

Source: Yelp
Name: Water2Wine
Location: 4036 S Lamar – Ste 100 Austin, TX 78704
Reviews: 2

Link: Read the Yelp.com Review

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What do you get when you mix champagne and ripple? Champipple!

Well, fortunately that isn’t one of the dozens of wine varieties you’ll find available for…Read More…

First off, I want to establish that I am not a cork dork (wine snob). However, having lived all over the country, my wife and I have become “regulars” at…Read More…

Source: Yelp
Name: Fall Creek Vineyards
Location: 1402 San Antonio St – Ste 200 Austin, TX 78701
Reviews: 2

Link: Read the Yelp.com Review

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I first discovered Fall Creek wine at the Circle C HEB thanks to Bill who runs the winery. He was offering samples that day and invited me to visit his…Read More…

I went with friends to the winery for an event where we got to taste and have lunch prepared from San Antonio area chef’s. The drive is a bit long (I fell…Read More…

Source: Yelp
Name: Bluebonnet Wine Tours
Location: Austin, TX 78758
Reviews: 4

Link: Read the Yelp.com Review

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Recently had a bachelor party in Austin and rented the H2 Hummer Limo. Exceptional service and professionalism with reasonable prices. Keith was our driver…Read More…

Found this company on Yelp. Last Sunday, I booked their party shuttle to take 9 women on wine tours for my sister’s birthday. Their pricing is dramatically…Read More…

Ordered the 4 passenger hummer and a 15 passenger stretch hummer showed up! What an awesome surprise!! Keith was a great driver and knew exactly which…Read More…

Source: Yelp
Name: Solaro Estate
Location: 13111 Silver Creek Rd Dripping Springs, TX 78620
Reviews: 4

Link: Read the Yelp.com Review

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This is a review of the Winter White Wine release party last Saturday. Until now, Solaro has been producing only red wines, so the release of their first…Read More…

I have been here twice with the wine trails and have enjoyed myself immensely. The wines are fantastic, the grounds are gorgeous, and the staff is…Read More…

Just want to update you on my favorite Texas winery. I finally took the member’s tour of the wine making facility. Robert kindly let us taste a few “wines…Read More…

Source: Yelp
Name: Bell Springs Winery
Location: 3700 Bell Springs Rd Dripping Springs, TX 78620
Reviews: 8

Link: Read the Yelp.com Review

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My wife and I both enjoyed our trip out to Bell Springs Winery. The tasting was a good deal. All of the employees were super friendly, as were the other…Read More…

This winery was a nice surprise tucked away in Dripping Springs. The setting is very quaint and rural and the staff was also very friendly. We had a wine…Read More…

I second the comment on poor business practices. I was unable to use the gift certificate I purchased the weekend before it expired, due to my girlfriend…Read More…

Source: Yelp
Name: Sunrise Mini Mart
Location: 1809 W Anderson Ln Austin, TX 78757
Reviews: 18

Link: Read the Yelp.com Review

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INSANE beer selection. Giant beer selection with intricate variety, and a metric ton of the selection is in the fridge glass, nice and cold for you. Really,…Read More…

sunrise mini mart go hard in the paint. my favorite place to buy beer and other refreshments as well.Read More…

This is such an amazing beer stop. They have so may brews and are always getting new ones, including some great and rare brewer collaborations.

The only…Read More…

Source: Yelp
Name: Specs Wines, Spirits, & Finer Foods
Location: 5775 Airport Blvd Austin, TX 78752
Reviews: 81

Link: Read the Yelp.com Review

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I’m a foodie on a budget. Spec’s has a decent selection at good prices and what makes it better is the staff. I’ve talked to several employees who are more…Read More…

love their selection, love (most) of the staff

weekend cash specials are amazing, i love the vast variety of vodkas, literally over a hundred. fun to try…Read More…

WOW, I felt buzzed just walking the isles! This place has a whole bunch of stuff! Too bad I couldn’t find Ron Barrilito 3 Star Rum from Puerto Rico, that is…Read More…

Source: Yelp
Name: Oak Liquor Cabinet
Location: 12636 Research Blvd – Ste B107 Austin, TX 78759
Reviews: 7

Link: Read the Yelp.com Review

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The guy “raj” that works behind the counter was incredibly rude. I asked him for help looking for a potato vodka and he completely ignored me, while telling…Read More…

The owner of Oak Liquor Cabinet is friendly and helpful. I bought all the makings for Mexican Martini, and without asking, dropped a recipe for the drink…Read More…

My boyfriend and I go there quit often and it is a pleasure and a lot of fun every time we go. Raj is great! He knows what we like and always tells us when…Read More…

Source: Yelp
Name: Water 2 Wine
Location: 3300 W Anderson Ln – Ste 304 Austin, TX 78757
Reviews: 29

Link: Read the Yelp.com Review

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i threw a bachelorette party for my soon-to-be sister-in-law this past friday at this location. i’ve been to the south location once before, and i enjoyed…Read More…

Water 2 Wine has taken your normal wine drinking experience and given it a unique spin by providing you the keys to the winery and letting you become the…Read More…

Water 2 Wine is a nice place to drop in for a neat experience that is fun and delicious. We made a batch of wine, which I had given to my friend as a…Read More…

Source: Yelp
Name: Duchman Family Winery
Location: 13308 FM 150 W Driftwood, TX 78619
Reviews: 41

Link: Read the Yelp.com Review

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the best winery in and around the austin area!!!!Read More…

Love the montepulcianoRead More…

Duchman kicks butt. It is located next to a Italian eatery, and it provides a very cool “shopping mall” atmosphere. There is ample parking, lots of walking…Read More…

Source: Yelp
Name: Wimberley Valley Winery
Location: 2825 Lone Man Mountain Rd Driftwood, TX 78619
Reviews: 4

Link: Read the Yelp.com Review

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This was one of the first wineries I went to in Texas, and it was a really good waste of a Sunday early afternoon.

You get to taste five wines for $5, and…Read More…

Really enjoyed the wine tasting today! Liked all the wine we tasted!! The Syrah will be our wine of choice tonight with diner. Beautiful tasting room….Read More…

I can totally vouch for Vanessa’s review. She and I went to the Wimberley Valley Winery for the first time the weekend of Father’s Day (prior to heading to…Read More…