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What a year! 2020 has been anything but normal for most. With the onset of the pandemic in March, jobs being lost and the election madness, it will be a year to remember.  A lot of us were

Taking time off from Real Estate and enjoying a little R&R are necessary from time to time, even during this pandemic.For this getaway I decided to take a friend that was visiting from California

This year has brought lots of changes, uncertainty, triumphs and defeats.I've been coping with 2020 by immersing myself in work and fitness. I've been a healthy eater all my life and have worked

When you hire a personal trainer and she tells you that you can have one cheat meal per week, you make the best of it, and that's exactly what I've been doing.On this occasion I was treating my

In the middle of the pandemic one of the things I missed the most, was eating the best food that Austin offers. Although The Beer Plant did not close and was offering pick-up and delivery, they

... healthy.Lots of jokes have been circulating about how we are all going to be after this pandemic: a chunk or a hunk. Which one are you?After of a few weeks during the stay at home order I

Meeting friends for lunch is one of my favorite activities, especially when I'm  introduced to a gem I had not been to in all my years in Austin.This one is located in East Austin, amid all

If you or anyone you know, purchased a home in 2019, the deadline to file the Homestead Exemption is April 30th, 2020.Click on the links below based on your county for more information

Do you love to cook? Do you search for your recipes online? Do you love how everyone writes all their feelings before actually giving you the recipe? It drives me crazy! So, here is this recipe

Austin is known as the Music Capital of the World for very good reasons, and it should also be recognized as the Foodie Capital of the World. Okay, maybe not, considering all the amazing food I've

Driving home to Austin, from South Padre Island, I decided to stop and pick up food to go. It had been a nice drive but after four hours, I was famished and craving something healthy. I stopped to

Have you been to El Arroyo? Have you seen their sign while driving down 5th Street? Mostly hilarious, sometimes serious, always entertaining.It's unbelievable that I've been in the Austin area for

I've been travelling with My Tall Clubs International  friends for the last two years.  During this trips, lots of the activities are pre-arranged, including our meals, but there is

I love exploring the eateries in  and around Austin and I finally tried this unassuming place a few weeks ago when I had a visitor from out of town. We loved it! This week I was asked to meet

Fabi + Rosi - the second time around.My first visit to Fabi + Rosi was over two years ago, and I remember it being a fantastic meal, but I hadn’t been back since. So when my oldest daughter

I was on my way out of town when I spotted this sign: The Vegan Yacht. I had heard that this was one of the most popular vegan eateries in the Austin area so when I saw it, as I was driving south

  Discovering new restaurants with amazing food is one of my pleasures, and when the restaurant is not new, only somewhere I haven’t been to in a long time, it is a pleasant surprise to

Pizza is one of those foods that I try to avoid, not only because it's unhealthy, but usually it's just bad. Either the crust is too thick, the sauce it's too sweet, or it doesn't have enough

Did you, or anyone you know, purchased a home in 2018? Filing your homestead exemption before April 30th will save you on taxes!Click on the picture below for all the information on how to file.;

When my family emigrated to the United States in 1980, we settled in Brownsville, Texas, population around 100,000. Today this border city is close to 200,000 inhabitants and growing.Three years

This past July I was fortunate to be able to meet over two hundred of my tall friends in New York City through Tall Clubs International and spend ten days visiting famous tourist sites. We went to

Chicago!After my trip to Vegas I knew I'd be attending other Tall Clubs weekends, but their event in Chicago was not in my plans since it normally takes place in January. Living in Texas for over

Tall Clubs  International has been the most fun I've had in a long time.Being 6' tall from the age of 12 was not easy, but after I went to my first convention with Tall Clubs International

Going through my teenage years at 6' tall was not easy and I always wished I were shorter. So, when I came across a Facebook ad for TCI (Tall Clubs International), I was surprised—I didn’t

Quinoa GrillOn a lovely Sunday afternoon earlier this month I had two of my best friends visiting. I'm a foodie and mostly vegan so it is difficult to prepare dinner for guests that are not so

Buenos Aires Café EsteI was born and raised in Buenos Aires, and some of my favorite foods growing up were my mother’s gnocchi and empanadas, a fruit salad my father made using wine, and

Austin is known as the Music Capital of the World, but it should also be recognized for some of the best Tex-Mex food in the state. When the topic of Tex-Mex comes up, my daughter never fails to

According to Barlett’s, all you need to turn “having dinner” into “dining” is wine. I usually skip the wine and my visit to Bartlett’s was no exception. But when I walked in it was

      Austin is a great city for food. Whatever your craving is, you’re sure to find it here in the Lone Star capital somewhere.      So I had my eye on Modern

Did you, or anyone you know, purchased a home in 2017? Filing your homestead exemption before April 30th will save you on taxes!To Download forms in your countyclick on the appropriate links below

Though I drive all over Austin all the time, I end up eating more up north closer to home. But last week I met some clients for lunch south of the river, at Vinaigrette off of South Congress. I

When my daughter told me about her and her friends’ favorite ice cream place, Lick, I was definitely curious. First, I wanted to know if they had vegan ice cream—which they do!—and then,

Special Comment Cards at Counter CultureI’m always on the hunt for delicious new vegan food in Austin, since I’m a self-proclaimed foodie on a mostly plant-based diet. But there are also

The Beer Plant is one of my very top restaurants to eat at and I will take any excuse to pay a visit. I was so excited a few weeks ago to finally have my daughter try Austin’s “first vegan

Güero’s Goes for (Vegan) GoldI recently went to Güero’s, a Tex-Mex restaurant on the iconic South Congress Street, with a few friends. It’s famous for burritos, tacos al pastor, and hand

East Side King Rules Austin Asian-FusionA little while ago I had friends visiting from out of town. When it came to mealtime, they had no preferences, just that we go somewhere with “Austin

I like it when my friends come to visit from out of town and take the time to research new places to try for lunch or brunch. They know I'm a foodie, health conscious and that I prefer vegetarian

Only $220,000! This property boasts Austin living with easy access to downtown, Austin's international airport and plenty of great restaurants and shopping close by . It's a beautiful home

Sometimes life pleasures are really small, like have dinner with a friend at a great restaurant that you are trying for the first time.This particular evening, my friend and colleague, and I

My clients are the best!Last week I called one of my clients that purchased a home with me a few months ago. She and I got along very well and, through the months we worked together to find  

Gorgeous home in well know Pflugerville neighborhood. Blackhawk is a master planned community with exemplary schools and access to shopping at Stone Hill Town Center. It's golf course

Dinner and the Oscars 2017       My friend and colleague needed a break as much as I did, so we decided to get together and watch the Oscars at my place.I love to

Homestead ExemptionYour homestead exemption could save you money. It allows for a reduction of the taxes you pay on your property. To receive this benefit, file the appropriate form with

North Italia at the DomainOh, no, I ate all my food and forgot to take pictures!I like to post pictures of the food I eat because it gives you, the reader, an image of what I'm describing. I choose

Yummies - South Padre IslandMy brother is a great guy and anytime I have a chance to spend some time with him, I embrace it.My last trip to Brownsville, Texas was over the holidays and I was

Eat Baby Greens!Friday is my favorite day at the office because my broker provides training meetings to keep us informed of changes, statistics, and to help us stay up to date with a lot of what

Are you looking for a beautifully designed space in East Austin? These thoughtfully designed homes feature Bunker Lee's unique blend of function and style with timeless tile, solid surfaces and

No Saying “Bacon” Allowed // Vegan, Earthy SimplicityThis week I met my daughter for dinner at Casa de Luz, a classic Austin staple in any vegan or food-conscious consumer’s restaurant

GodavariWe’ve all been there: totally butchering the name of a dish at a restaurant when the waiter takes your order. There’s a chance you could encounter a moment like that at Godavari,

Is America Great?I came to this country as a teenager. My parents had a vision of a better life for my brother and me and I cannot thank them enough for the choice they made.My family emigrated

Odd Duck had been on my list of restaurants to try for months. I’d heard many great things about it, but long work hours led to many smoothies and quick meals on the run. I had not been able to

Argentine empanadas are famous all over the world, but if you have been to Argentina or have Argentine friends, they’re impossible to miss! I was born and raised in Argentina and as a foodie, I

The city of Gruene, nestled between New Braunfels and San Marcos, is filled with treasures worth checking out. Among its special treats are homemade fudge, candy and ice cream, which you can eat

Price Reduction!1904 Carriage Club DrSingle Family 4 Beds, 2 Baths, 1 Half Baths, 2,683 Sqr Ft, Cedar Park Updated kitchen appliance.Four large bedrooms, HUGE master and master bath -

This beauty is waiting for you!Over a quarter of an acre, nestled in the quaint, centrally located enclave of Ridglea/Rosedale community.Must see! Text/call me for a private showing.2 stories4

Yes! $5!! And then, dinner and ice-cream!!It was the middle of the afternoon on a very hot Tuesday and I was not feeling like working, so I decided it would be a great idea to sit in an air

David Weekley Homes little hidden gem!!Low 200's, 1454 Sq. Ft (per builder), 10' ceilings, granite and marble counters, center island, energy efficient appliances and covered patio.Don't miss

Is your neighborhood at the top? This is the activity report, for the Austin area, as of yesterday, 7/19/2016. Any questions? Contact me today!Sonia Comisarenco ~ REALTOR®~ Team

 Round Rock's Gourmet Pasta Secret Sautéing onions inevitably fills the house with a smell that announces something good is cooking. As a child, I did not like onions (at least not when

NEW LISTING -5211 WOLF LN, DEL VALLE, TX 78617Looking for land close to Austin? You just found it!! Click here for more information!Sonia Comisarenco ~ REALTOR®~ Team Price Real EstateWe

Is Brexit affecting our real estate market? Definitely—and it is actually helping those who are looking to buy a home.Great Britain voted to leave the European Union last week (with the

4 Reasons to Move Up to Your Dream Home This Spring by The KCM Crew on May 9, 2016Spring is in full force; the summer months are rightaround the corner. If you are debating moving up

Location, price, shopping, airport access - this property has it all! Check it out now.$210,0002 stories1,665 Sq Ft3 beds2 1/2 bathshttp://sonia.buyinginaustin.com/property/105-5590633-8905

When May 22nd rolled around, graduation weekend was already underway. Around ten thousand students graduated from UT and my nephew was one of them. Fortunately, because he graduated with an

Today I celebrate another anniversary  as a Realtor with Team Price, and I always tell my brokers how much I appreciate all the training and support they give me. I know that I'm

From Red, White and Buda to their Weiner races, the city of Buda continues to grow. History of BudaBuda's BeginningsBuda was a piece of land owned by Mrs. Cornelia A. Trimble. In the year 1880,

Do you ever really know who your neighbors are? Holly Hell is a documentary about a cult. One of the Merriam-Webster's definition of cult is:  a situation in which people admire and

I am a foodie. And in my quest to try new restaurants, I ended up in New Braunfels with my favorite dinner companion. We went to a little place downtown,called Huisache Grill.It was a cozy old

Birthdays are occasions that often warrant a special meal, and when your mother turns 83 years old, you must take her out to eat. My mom enjoys good food and still likes to try new options,

As millenials set out to purchase their first homes, a surprising trend is taking place.  Fewer are opting to purchase the typical "starter home" and  instead, choosing to save their

Until you get invited to appear on the Ellen Show, nobody knows who you are... and then you have your 15 minutes of fame.... or sometimes longer. A girl can dream.All I want to do is

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