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Happy Health and Wellness now open near Westlake

Happy Health and Wellness, a health clinic specializing in patient-oriented, holistic care with locations across the state, opened April 2 in the Westlake area.

The overview: Happy Health and Wellness offers primary care, IV therapy, allergy treatments and a variety of other holistic care options.

“We focus on proactive, rather than reactive healthcare,” front desk manager Jessica Clay said.

The clinic also has locations throughout the Austin-area in Dripping Springs, Round Rock and Bastrop.

What else? Happy Health and Wellness accepts most insurance carriers and asks that patients call to verify coverage, according to the website.

Beyond Texas, Happy Health and Wellness has locations in Louisiana, Tennessee, Pennsylvania, Utah and Virginia.

  • 4201 Bee Cave Road, Ste. C-100, Austin

 
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Bee Cave moves forward in updating the city’s comprehensive plan

Bee Cave City Council authorized requesting proposals for consultants April 14 in order to update the city’s comprehensive plan, “Our Bee Cave 2037,” following the Planning and Zoning Commission’s unanimous recommendation that the council approve the issuance April 7.

The context: One of the primary reasons for updating the comprehensive plan is that it has not been revised since its adoption in November 2016, Assistant City Manager Christopher Baker said.

“A lot has changed in Bee Cave over that time frame,” Baker said. “The [comprehensive plan], in order to remain current and more importantly, relevant … has to keep up with the times.”

What's next: A selection committee will independently evaluate and score each proposal and collaboratively rank each one, followed by interviews of the candidates. The final selection will be presented to Bee Cave City Council for approval.

 

FOODIE FRIDAY
Check out these new restaurants and bars opening across the Austin area.

Austin Oyster Co. now offering Maine-grown oysters to East Austin

Austin Oyster Co. now has a brick-and-mortar restaurant in East Austin six years after its founding. It features a raw bar featuring rotating oysters, dressed clams, tuna tartare, shrimp cocktail and curated seafood platters as well as nonseafood dishes. Lone Pine Pearls, oysters harvested from Austin Oyster Co.'s farm in Maine, will be offered at the raw bar when available.


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🥩 Steak and seafood: LongHorn Steakhouse kicks off Burleson Crossing East openings
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🍽️ New Leander restaurant grills up classic Persian, Mediterranean flavors
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🦀 Willie’s Grill & Icehouse is now open in Leander
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🍗 Halftime Sports Bar & Grill coming this summer to Lakeline Mall
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Kappo Kappo blends French and Japanese flavors at omakase dining experience in downtown Austin

Kappo Kappo is a 25-seat omakase restaurant at Austin Proper Hotel created by twin chefs Haru and Gohei Kishi. The brothers blend French and Japanese influences with subtle Texas techniques, shaped by their global culinary experience.

Their concept is rooted in kappo-style dining, where dishes are prepared and served directly in front of guests. The experience is designed to feel personal, conversational and highly seasonal.

The $195 tasting menu includes eight savory courses and three desserts with rotating seasonal ingredients. Guests also receive a small parting gift, or omiyage, that reflects the season and the experience.


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Mark Your Calendar
Plants and preservation: A dozen Earth Day events to enjoy in the Austin area

With Earth Day coming up, local nonprofits and city departments are offering opportunities for residents to volunteer, learn and celebrate with their communities. 

Keep Austin Beautiful Day
As part of its annual Earth Day tradition, Keep Austin Beautiful is hosting over a hundred volunteer events focused on beautification and litter removal across the city. Volunteers can find opportunities across each of Austin’s City Council districts.

  • April 18, 8 a.m.-2:30 p.m.
  • Free
  • Various locations

Cedar Park Earth Day Celebration
The Parks and Trails Foundation of Cedar Park will host its annual celebration at Lakeline Park, featuring a variety of local nonprofit organizations, educational opportunities, and food. Participants can also bid in a silent auction to support local parks and trails.
  • April 26, 11 a.m.-4 p.m.
  • Free (admission)
  • Lakeline Park, 1510 Alexis Drive, Cedar Park

Earth Day at Zilker Botanical Garden
Zilker Botanical Garden invites guests to participate in a variety of hands-on activities, including a microgreens activity and seed ball making.
  • April 22, 5-7 p.m.
  • Admission $3-$8
  • Zilker Botanical Garden, 2220 Barton Springs Road, Austin

 

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