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Houston’s culinary prowess is no secret. The country’s largest newspapers and magazines regularly shine the spotlight on the Bayou City’s celebrated cuisine. And we frequently do the same on this blog as well. Today, we zoom in on award-winning restaurants within a short drive of AMLI Uptown, our luxury apartments in Houston’s uptown neighborhood. Adair Kitchen Adair Kitchen is known for its healthy recreations of classic American dishes. But its menu also features fusion delights influenced by Asian, Latin American, and Mediterranean culinary traditions. The brainchild of sibling team Nick Adair and Kate Adair Barnhart, Adair Kitchen was conceived of long before serving its first meal in […]

When asked where they live, residents of satellite cities and suburbs typically name their metro area’s largest city rather than the community they call home. This is not the case with Boulder, a city of 100,000 just a little over a half hour from Denver. Boulder residents tend to be proud of their city, which is very much on the map for a place of its size. If you’re heading to the “Berkeley of the Rockies” in the near future, here are some tips for enjoying your time in Boulder and nearby Broomfield. Orient yourself When you first arrive in Boulder, […]

Even the most beautiful summer evenings can be made better with a well-mixed cocktail or two. Thanks in part to the popularity of the hit series Mad Men, retro cocktails have been wildly popular over the past several years. The Moscow Mule and Old Fashioned are two summer cocktails that have made colossal comebacks in various forms. While these favorites will be ordered time and time again at bars across the country between now and Labor Day, there are dozens of other contenders for 2016’s best summer cocktails. Colorado cooler Rainier cherries, lemon juice, celery bitters, and simple syrup give […]

Apps exist for just about every purpose under the sun. For some task-oriented purposes,there are so many apps that sorting through them can be overwhelming—which is definitely the case for green living apps. Find which are right for you with this brief guide to some widely used and highly-rated apps to start with. Carbon Footprint Calculator There are no surprises with this app. Input data from your monthly utility bills, and the app generates advice for improving your carbon footprint. Simple as that! Good Guide Become a more sustainable, conscientious shopper with Good Guide, a directory of health, sustainability, and social […]

Rain or shine, chilly or warm, the Naperville Riverwalk is an impressive and inspiring example of urban development. Impeccably planned and well-maintained, the “Crown Jewel of Naperville” is romantic, family-friendly, and serene. This swath of green space also lies within walking distance of most downtown Naperville businesses and attractions. As a result, the Riverwalk is a great place to spend a morning, afternoon, or entire day. Here are a few ways to enjoy your next visit. Take a stroll Set along the banks of the DuPage River, the Naperville Riverwalk boasts an idyllic setting in any season. Nearly two miles of pedestrian-only path makes the Riverwalk […]

You don’t have to head downtown to enjoy your next day off in Texas’ beloved capital. If you live on the banks of Austin’s burgeoning South Shore, you can enjoy good food, live music, and some of the city’s most spectacular green space without even crossing the river. Here are a few ideas to inspire your next weekend activity planning. Lady Bird Lake waterfront AMLI South Shore, one of the first apartment buildings to be completed in Austin’s mixed-use South Shore District, is a mere 600 feet from Lady Bird Lake. You can spend a day picnicking on the palm […]

So you just moved to a new city. All of your stuff is at your fancy new place, you got the internet hooked up, and maybe you’ve even learned the best route to take to work. Chances are your new city has some great opportunities for enjoying the outdoors, maybe that’s even why you moved there in the first place, but getting outside in a new city can be a daunting task. Especially if you don’t know anyone. Here are 10 ways to get outside and how to meet people in your new city (once you’re done unpacking all those […]

Compared to some central Seattle neighborhoods, particularly South Lake Union, Bellevue’s development over the last few years looks anything but dramatic. Still, plenty of development is taking place east of Lake Washington. Several new restaurants have opened in the last year. Two new hotels are currently under construction downtown. And Bellevue’s retail offerings are getting stronger by the season. Here’s a look at several of the planned, currently-in-progress, and recently completed developments in the Eastside community’s downtown and Spring District neighborhoods. REI Bellevue’s outdoor enthusiasts who currently head to South Lake Union or Redmond for their REI excursions can expect a bigger, […]

Atlanta’s Poncey-Highland has all the ingredients of a hip residential neighborhood: Historic architecture, excellent shopping and dining options, and one of the highest concentrations of quality nightlife the area has to offer. Here’s a look at some of the neighborhood’s hottest bars and clubs, many of them clustered within ten minutes’ walking distance of Atlanta’s Intown lofts like those found at AMLI Ponce Park. Whether you’re catching up with friends after a long week at work or in the mood to dance your heart out, Poncey-Highland has a bar, pub, or club for you. Ponce City Market’s Skyline Park Get ready to work […]