Austin

HECHO A MANO

Meet Melo, a limited fine line of fragrances. You’ve got a go-to lipstick, latte and libation order. Find your signature scent in Melo. The brand, developed by a UT grad, is inspired by nature, travel and everyday rituals. Handmade in small batches in Austin, each scent is formed from fine fragrant oils that are vegan, cruelty-free …

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HALF SHELLS, FULL HEARTS

You like your oysters like you like your dates: well dressed. Send a love letter to seafood when the highly anticipated Austin Oyster Co officially opens its doors tonight in the Holly neighborhood. The East Coast-inspired spot — stylishly outfitted with nautical decor — will showcase delish dishes of Clams Diablo, lobster roll two-ways and funky concepts like …

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A BREATH OF FRESH FARE

Micro-bakery ThouroughBread ATX opens ThoroughFare market in Mueller. You’d brave the airport lines just to travel to a European-style market. Find it without the TSA turmoil at ThouroughFare, now open in Mueller. The hybrid café-deli-grocery store concept from beloved micro-bakery ThoroughBread is an expansion of its mindset – to feature fresh, scratch-made food and clean ingredients in a full …

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EURO GIRL SUMMER

Shop vintage and modern apparel at Sànta Marie, opening this Friday. When it comes to shopping, you’re a hunter and a gatherer. Take you skill set to Sànta Marie, a new Italian and European inspired vintage store. Pronounced SAHN-ta, the boutique from the owner of Honey Hill Market is a concept store that draws inspiration from …

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IT’S PRONOUNCED ZIN-ZOON-ZAN

You consider ambience a key component to edible enjoyment. For your dreamy dishing, meet Tzintzuntzan, pronounced “zin-zoon-zan.” Located next door to beloved sister restaurant Fonda San Miguel, the highly anticipated upscale Mexican brunchería, lonchería, cafe and panadería is perfectly picturesque. Modern Mexican interiors and spacious outdoor seating with a reflecting pool, eclectic art and lush planters serve …

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A STITCH IN TIME

Shop love-forward embroidered bandanas at Take Heart. You tend to wear your heart on your sleeve. Take that notion to your neck with sweetly embroidered bandanas at Take Heart. Each is made from a combination of soft and sustainable cotton bananas from Last Chance Textiles, a thoughtful designer who sends a bundle of bandanas to Texas each year for …

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JAVA NICE DAY

The Eastside welcomes its newest locally-owned trailer, Hometown Coffee Company. Nothing can ruin a cup of coffee like a surly barista. Happily, it’s all smiles at Hometown Coffee Company. The second iteration of a popular Pflugerville outpost, this cutie Eastside trailer – run by a sweet brother/sister duo – is serving up a daily menu of  specialty lattes, inventive …

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WE CAN HARDLY CAMEMBERT IT

Browse charcuterie boards and signature bottles of wine at Fig & Brie. There is no bad mood that a little Roquefort can’t fix. Lean into this mentality at Fig & Brie. The darling female-owned spot offers grab and go boxes daily, as well as a eponymous line of wine and cutie candles. Celebration cups (pictured), picnic boxes and customized Letter Boards filled …

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