Gardening in Austin sometimes feels like it can only be a spring, summer and fall activity — you plant in the spring, grow in the summer and harvest in the fall. But an Austin...
There are wins and losses that mark each year, and we recognize not all end-of-the-year reflections are celebratory — a business lost, a loved one passed or a passion project failed. But we get...
Temperatures drop, nights lengthen and mashed potatoes become a dinner staple — welcome to winter. As the weather changes, so does your appetite. The winter appetite can be caused by a combination of many...
The holidays can be a challenging time to find creative ways to stay healthy while partaking in seasonal traditions. Luckily, there are ways to even turn the classic Christmas cookie into a healthy alternative. ...
With the holiday season around the corner, many families are gathering to celebrate, and there’s no better way to do that than by enjoying a delicious meal. Whether you’re planning a holiday feast for...
Thanksgiving is that wonderful time of year when you get together with friends and family and have a feast of delicious food. Most of us end up with a refrigerator chock-full of leftovers the...
Welcome to AFM’s guide to some of the most iconic restaurants in Austin. If you’re new to this city, the first thing you’ll learn is that Austin is foodie heaven, bursting with restaurants new...
Thanksgiving is one of America’s favorite holidays. It’s a precursor to Christmas and some say it officially marks the beginning of the holiday season. This big dinner is one of the most joyful times...
Fueling your body with proper nutrition while undergoing physical therapy for an injury may not be a thought that comes to mind initially, but according to the American Physical Therapy Association, nutrition is crucial...
The fall season brings about many changes, as well as many veggies, fruits and herbs that are delicious, healthy and simply bursting with good vibes! Pumpkin is one of the best fall vegetables to...
If you’re on a gluten-free diet, Thanksgiving can feel like a bit of a minefield. Whether you have celiac disease or are allergic to wheat, barley or rye, you know the drill — it’s...
Leadership in the kitchen has stepped away from looking like someone barking orders to staff. For Chef Fermín Núñez, leadership has a much more tasteful palette. Núñez is the executive chef of Suerte, an...
Having started out as a private chef, Chef Carlos Crusco attended L’Ecole Ritz Escoffier in Paris, France and now runs a successful catering company in Austin. AFM got to speak with Crusco about how...
The holidays are here, and we’re surrounded by family, friends and fabulous food! This month, I met with Chef Tiffany Blackmon — creator of My So-Called Fabulous podcast, cookbook author and lifestyle influencer —...
Is soup considered a “healthy food”? Why do people recommend eating soup when we’re sick or injured? To understand how healthy food works, it's important to know our bodies are made up of cells...
When Nat Gelb was younger, food was a means of connecting with his parents and brother. Over time, he came to view food as a medium through which he can connect not only with...
Last year, I surveyed my Instagram followers on which quarter of the year is the most challenging to stay on track with taking care of their bodies. The overall consensus was the last quarter...
Ingredients 2 medium baked sweet potatoes 8 tablespoons brown sugar ½ teaspoon cinnamon ½ teaspoon salt ½ cup raisins (optional); currants, craisins or dried cherries are good, too! 1 cup apples thinly sliced 3...