Marvin • 03/21/2025

Marvin | A PUNK ROCK MESSIANIC VISION FOR THE FUTURE | GALE’s Next Chapter: From ‘Lo Que No Te Dije’ to Escaping ‘Ysilandia’ and the Fearless Sound of What’s to Come

MARVIN took on a day at SXSW with the inimitable singer-songwriter GALE.
 
Written by Gabrielle Nicole Pharms
Photography by Diego Cadavid @cadavidamora
Most artists cringe when their own music plays in the car—not singer-songwriter GALE. The Latin GRAMMY-winning Puerto Rican powerhouse proudly blasts her own tracks, a testament to the authenticity she pours into every lyric and melody.  MARVIN and GALE took a break from the buzzy chaos of SXSW to chat about how she encourages artists like Shaki...

Eater Austin • 02/04/2025

Odds Bar & Bistro in Round Rock Isn’t Your Average Sports Bar

There are more than a dozen sports bars in Round Rock, Texas, meaning indulging in beers on tap and bar food staples while watching a playoff game isn’t groundbreaking. But the new Odds Bar & Bistro, which opened in December, isn’t just another sports bar.
John Green, a restaurateur and the host of the Food Network’s series On the Rocks, quietly opened Odds in mid-December — a place he describes as different from other sports bars in the best way. The London native says the restaurant’s name se...

Travel + Leisure • 01/01/2025

This Hidden Gem Hotel in Texas Hill Country Has Treetop Suites, an On-site Winery, and Farm-to-table Dining

Austin, Texas, gets plenty of shine as the “it” place for its vibrant live music scene and revelatory barbecue. The magnetic draw of the city’s distinctive music and food is how I moved close by. But when I need a respite from the bustle, I know Dripping Springs, a.k.a. “The Gateway to Hill Country,” is merely 40 minutes away. My most recent Dripping Springs escape plan involved a stay at the luxury resort Camp Lucy.

I could feel the stress leaving my body as I exited Austin’s city limits and...

The Barbed Wire • 12/26/2024

‘Beyoncé Bowl’ NFL Halftime Performance Was a Master Class in Black Joy & Authenticity - The Barbed Wire

“As Black people, the world is a lot more surreal,” Tony- and Emmy-nominated multidisciplinary artist Daniel J. Watts told me in 2023. “You have to pay attention to it enough to acknowledge — awareness — and you can’t stare too directly at it, or it’ll steal your ability to do anything. So, it’s threading the needle of balancing joy with reality.”This definition of Black joy has long resonated with me. If 2024 has taught us anything — specifically Black women, but any human with genuine integrit...

Rolling Stone • 11/30/2024

Beyond the Rocks: 25 Next-Level Gift Ideas for Whiskey Enthusiasts

When shopping for the perfect gift for a whiskey lover, it’s all about capturing the spirit of the drink itself — bold, nuanced, and endlessly intriguing. As a whiskey expert, we scoured the market to handpick unforgettable gifts beyond mere bottle recommendations.



From artisanal tasting kits and limited-edition expressions to statement glassware...

American Whiskey Magazine • 11/26/2024

Uncorking the Magic of Horse Country

Every whiskey region is decorated with distinct, signature characteristics. Even outside a whiskey’s terroir — the complex interaction of climate, soil, geology and their impact on the spirit’s flavor profile — there’s often a cultural element unique to the area influencing a whiskey’s identity. Kentuckians, especially locals of the state’s inner Bluegrass region, acknowledge two integral facets of their state’s heritage: bourbon and thoroughbred horses. Kentucky’s alluring, rich history in hors...

American Whiskey Magazine • 11/26/2024

What's Next In the Industry?

Unpopular opinion: themed days and months, for example Bourbon Heritage Month, Women’s History Month, International Whiskey Day, and many others, are annoying. Why are we waiting to give successful people, places, whiskeys, or anything else we value a brief, scheduled moment on the calendar? March is coined as Women’s History Month nationwide, but does this actually help shift the needle of progress? Let’s look at the stats.
In July 2023, OurWhisky Foundation surveyed 600 women about their exper...

American Whiskey Magazine • 11/26/2024

Houston's Finest: Reserve 101

Over the past decade, Houston, Texas, has evolved into a world-class culinary destination. The city’s robust food and beverage scene has long been an attribute that’s made locals beam with pride — and understandably so. Whether you’re in the mood for a delectable Vietnamese fusion dish or a delicious Old Fashioned crafted with Texas-made bourbon, there’s something flavorful for everyone. Among some of the hotspots making waves in the bar space is Reserve 101.

In October, Reserve 101 celebrates...

Whisky Magazine • 10/23/2024

Beyoncé Unveils SirDavis Whisky

Whisky is much more than just a drink. It is a cultural touchstone, and has been the inspiration of many artists across the ages, including singers and songwriters. Countless performers have sung about whisky in the context of love, loss, and rebellion. But few have found themselves in the position to bring their own take on whisky to life.
Enter Beyoncé. The Queen Bey herself. She’s not just another celebrity slapping her name on a label of a bottle of liquor. Known for her love of whisky, she...

Food & Wine • 10/23/2024

Rye Whiskey Is Liquid Barbecue, According to Renowned Chef and Pitmaster Aaron Franklin

Austin, Texas knows how to have a good time. Widely recognized for its live music scene and vibrant food and drink culture, the city hosts some of the biggest festivals in the country. Austin has a way of bringing all sorts of people together. 

Austin-based chef Aaron Franklin knows something about this. The James Beard Award-winning chef, author, and American Royal Barbecue Hall of Famer has fused two of the city’s iconic scenes, live music and award-winning barbecue, at his renowned Franklin...

Marvin • 03/21/2025

Marvin | A PUNK ROCK MESSIANIC VISION FOR THE FUTURE | GALE’s Next Chapter: From ‘Lo Que No Te Dije’ to Escaping ‘Ysilandia’ and the Fearless Sound of What’s to Come

MARVIN took on a day at SXSW with the inimitable singer-songwriter GALE.
 
Written by Gabrielle Nicole Pharms
Photography by Diego Cadavid @cadavidamora
Most artists cringe when their own music plays in the car—not singer-songwriter GALE. The Latin GRAMMY-winning Puerto Rican powerhouse proudly blasts her own tracks, a testament to the authenticity she pours into every lyric and melody.  MARVIN and GALE took a break from the buzzy chaos of SXSW to chat about how she encourages artists like Shaki...

Eater Austin • 02/04/2025

Odds Bar & Bistro in Round Rock Isn’t Your Average Sports Bar

There are more than a dozen sports bars in Round Rock, Texas, meaning indulging in beers on tap and bar food staples while watching a playoff game isn’t groundbreaking. But the new Odds Bar & Bistro, which opened in December, isn’t just another sports bar.
John Green, a restaurateur and the host of the Food Network’s series On the Rocks, quietly opened Odds in mid-December — a place he describes as different from other sports bars in the best way. The London native says the restaurant’s name se...

Travel + Leisure • 01/01/2025

This Hidden Gem Hotel in Texas Hill Country Has Treetop Suites, an On-site Winery, and Farm-to-table Dining

Austin, Texas, gets plenty of shine as the “it” place for its vibrant live music scene and revelatory barbecue. The magnetic draw of the city’s distinctive music and food is how I moved close by. But when I need a respite from the bustle, I know Dripping Springs, a.k.a. “The Gateway to Hill Country,” is merely 40 minutes away. My most recent Dripping Springs escape plan involved a stay at the luxury resort Camp Lucy.

I could feel the stress leaving my body as I exited Austin’s city limits and...

The Barbed Wire • 12/26/2024

‘Beyoncé Bowl’ NFL Halftime Performance Was a Master Class in Black Joy & Authenticity - The Barbed Wire

“As Black people, the world is a lot more surreal,” Tony- and Emmy-nominated multidisciplinary artist Daniel J. Watts told me in 2023. “You have to pay attention to it enough to acknowledge — awareness — and you can’t stare too directly at it, or it’ll steal your ability to do anything. So, it’s threading the needle of balancing joy with reality.”This definition of Black joy has long resonated with me. If 2024 has taught us anything — specifically Black women, but any human with genuine integrit...

Rolling Stone • 11/30/2024

Beyond the Rocks: 25 Next-Level Gift Ideas for Whiskey Enthusiasts

When shopping for the perfect gift for a whiskey lover, it’s all about capturing the spirit of the drink itself — bold, nuanced, and endlessly intriguing. As a whiskey expert, we scoured the market to handpick unforgettable gifts beyond mere bottle recommendations.



From artisanal tasting kits and limited-edition expressions to statement glassware...

American Whiskey Magazine • 11/26/2024

Uncorking the Magic of Horse Country

Every whiskey region is decorated with distinct, signature characteristics. Even outside a whiskey’s terroir — the complex interaction of climate, soil, geology and their impact on the spirit’s flavor profile — there’s often a cultural element unique to the area influencing a whiskey’s identity. Kentuckians, especially locals of the state’s inner Bluegrass region, acknowledge two integral facets of their state’s heritage: bourbon and thoroughbred horses. Kentucky’s alluring, rich history in hors...

American Whiskey Magazine • 11/26/2024

What's Next In the Industry?

Unpopular opinion: themed days and months, for example Bourbon Heritage Month, Women’s History Month, International Whiskey Day, and many others, are annoying. Why are we waiting to give successful people, places, whiskeys, or anything else we value a brief, scheduled moment on the calendar? March is coined as Women’s History Month nationwide, but does this actually help shift the needle of progress? Let’s look at the stats.
In July 2023, OurWhisky Foundation surveyed 600 women about their exper...

American Whiskey Magazine • 11/26/2024

Houston's Finest: Reserve 101

Over the past decade, Houston, Texas, has evolved into a world-class culinary destination. The city’s robust food and beverage scene has long been an attribute that’s made locals beam with pride — and understandably so. Whether you’re in the mood for a delectable Vietnamese fusion dish or a delicious Old Fashioned crafted with Texas-made bourbon, there’s something flavorful for everyone. Among some of the hotspots making waves in the bar space is Reserve 101.

In October, Reserve 101 celebrates...

Whisky Magazine • 10/23/2024

Beyoncé Unveils SirDavis Whisky

Whisky is much more than just a drink. It is a cultural touchstone, and has been the inspiration of many artists across the ages, including singers and songwriters. Countless performers have sung about whisky in the context of love, loss, and rebellion. But few have found themselves in the position to bring their own take on whisky to life.
Enter Beyoncé. The Queen Bey herself. She’s not just another celebrity slapping her name on a label of a bottle of liquor. Known for her love of whisky, she...

Food & Wine • 10/23/2024

Rye Whiskey Is Liquid Barbecue, According to Renowned Chef and Pitmaster Aaron Franklin

Austin, Texas knows how to have a good time. Widely recognized for its live music scene and vibrant food and drink culture, the city hosts some of the biggest festivals in the country. Austin has a way of bringing all sorts of people together. 

Austin-based chef Aaron Franklin knows something about this. The James Beard Award-winning chef, author, and American Royal Barbecue Hall of Famer has fused two of the city’s iconic scenes, live music and award-winning barbecue, at his renowned Franklin...