Artists in Residence, Old-House Journal, August 2008

A California couple enlisted their creative zeal -- and a few of their friends -- to doctor a decommissioned hospital.

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Designer Profile: Laura Britt, Texas Home & Living, August 2008

Austin designer Laura Britt is known for her green work -- but sustainable isn't the only hue in her box of crayons. In a Q&A, she shares her thoughts on design and more.

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Be What You Eat, Edible Austin, Summer 2008

Michelle Schreiber, a practitioner of acupuncture, Chinese medicine, and nutrition counseling at an Austin holistic medical practice, herself follows a raw, vegan diet. But she doesn't necessarily advise her clients to do the same.

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Designer Profile: Sherry Hayslip, Texas Home & Living, March/April 2008

Dallas designer Sherry Hayslip's latest work graces the condominiums at her hometown's new Ritz-Carlton. But Hayslip's wisdom, shared here in an intimate Q&A, draws on decades of prior experience.

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Goat Cheese 101, Edible Austin, Spring 2008

Although she's a full-time college student, Chrissy Omo finds time to tend dozens of goats and make artisanal goat cheeses on her family's farm in Blanco, Texas.

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My Chemical Romance, Gourmet, March 2008

A San Francisco biochemist-turned-artist makes jewelry inspired by her favorite edible molecules.

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Now Playing, Texas Home & Living, January/February 2008

Designer Joanie Wyll’s cinematic flair showcases an art collection in a North Dallas home.

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Soul Food, VegNews, February 2008

Deep in the heart of Texas, the macrobiotic dining hall at Austin's Casa de Luz nourishes visitors with vegan cuisine and a healthy dose of community.

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Toast of the Holidays, Texas Home & Living, November/December 2007

Ed & Susan Auler, the first couple of Hill Country wine, make seasonal recommendations -- and offer insight about what's to come in Texas wines in 2008.

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Hill Country Vintage, Austin Monthly, September 2007

In Austin's own backyard, dozens of wineries are quietly flourishing and folks from New York City to Los Angeles are taking note. Is it possible, as some suggest, that the Texas Hill Country could be the next Napa?

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A Weekend of Wine, Texas Home & Living, September/October 2007

Winemakers in the Hill Country are experimenting with new grapes from little-known American varieties to Italian super-stars. Here's a guide to what's new in Texas wine -- and how to taste the changes yourself.

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Sip 'n' Swirl, Y'all, Smithsonian.com, July 2007 (web only)

Wineries are springing up like wildflowers in the Texas Hill Country. Guided by a cast including a world-renowned winemaker and a celebrity chef, wines made here are increasingly the toast of Texas.

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Where the Dogs Are, The Good Life, July 2007

The exhillarating sport of flyball -- in which dogs race in relay teams to fetch tennis balls -- thrives in Austin, where two teams train to bring skill and heart to tournaments around the region.

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Texas Surprise, VegNews, March + April 2007

When you say "Texas," I say "veg-friendly!" Surprised? Welcome to Austin, where bats are local celebrities and vegan options grace virtually every menu.

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Serenity Tearoom: Calm in a Cup, Tea, Autumn 2006

A pastor's wife reveals her motivation for opening a charming tearoom in the historic heart of Frederick, Maryland.

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A Growing Problem for Bamboo, National Geographic, November 2005

"Bamboo" and "endangered" aren't words most people expect to find together. But a recent UNEP study reveals that many species of one of the world's best-known weeds are, indeed, at risk.

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Growing Respect for a Green Thumb, The Washington Post, 9 May 2005

A daughter of a university plant scientist discovers her mother's super-hero alter-ego.

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They're Shining for their Supper, National Geographic, March 2005

Like Christmas trees aglow, termite mounds in Brazil's Cerrado woodlands light up the night. But though bright, all is not merry: the sinister lights lure termites to their death.

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