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When it comes to planning the perfect private dinner, there is no better host than Austin, Texas.  Forget the hype around Tex Mex (although there’s always a time and place for Tex Mex), with a glamorous gathering on the agenda we’ve uncovered the very best cuisine Austin has to offer. It wasn’t hard, with a city that’s brimming with James Beard nominees, innovative cocktail bars, and stylish eateries. From a crown jewel hotel’s famed restaurant to a Japanese Farmhouse, we’ve included idyllic hosts for every kind of occasion. So gather up your friends, order a glass of bubbly and toast to these stylish Austin settings to host your next private dinner! Reporter: Erica Nichols

Planning a bachelorette party weekend in Austin is so much fun, especially with the millions of places to go, stay and see. Instead of letting you feel overwhelmed by the options, we’ve done the hard work for you and narrowed down the places we think you’ll love for a weekend with the girls. From places where you can crash slumber-party-style in bunk rooms with your girlfriends to the city’s swankiest poolside bungalows, we’ve got your accommodation on lock. Not sure where to brunch? We found a place that serves the best meal of the day, every day. We’ve even found a place with the best punch bowls in town. Looking for something extra to do while you’re visiting with a squad? We’re thinking vino Vinyasa session followed by a swim at Barton Springs. You in? Awesome! Let’s head to the best part of Texas, y’all. Reporter: Alyssa Brown

South By Southwest is once again coming to take over the lovely, lively city of Austin, Texas. For weeks, people will pour in from all over the world for the music festival, film festival, comedy festival, and interactive festival. It’ll be wonderful, wild, and welcoming chaos, and there will of course be no shortage of hip bars, cool restaurants, chic hotels, and killer clothing stores. The only problem you may have while you’re there is too many options of each. That’s why we put together a guide to our absolute favorite places to eat, drink, stay, and shop in the “Live Music Capital of the World.” If you plan to live the good life, you should know where to go. Here are spots to hit come springtime in Austin! By: Jake Kilroy | Venue: Juliet Ristorante

Here at The Venue Report, we are all about finding reasons to gather, whether it’s attending a music festival or throwing your own off-shoot party to capture the spirit of celebration.  Festival season officially kicks off with one of our personal faves... Austin’s South by Southwest Music, Film and Interactive Festival - a ten-day party to celebrate art, culture and tech.  As hundreds of thousands of people descend upon "The Live Music Capital of the World," you may be left wondering where those who know... GO. Whether you're looking to escape the crowds, shop, refuel and recharge,  grab some zzzzzz's, or host your very own gathering we’re covering the coolest insider spots you'll definitely want to check out when you’re not upfront and center-stage. Written by Alyssa Brown

It's summertime, and you and your boys just ain't welcome 'round the local watering holes and gin joints anymore. It's time to round up your crew, flee town like the cops are after ya, and dissolve into the wild world unknown. But just in case you don't know the good spots beyond city limits, The Venue Report was kind enough to put together a little guide for your charming battalion of gents.