Paloma Dining and Events
Paloma Dining and Events opened May 1 at 235 Sports Park Road, Dripping Springs. Paloma offers authentic Mexican food in an environment curated for family entertainment. Menu items include tacos, quesadillas and enchiladas. The restaurant also has a full-service bar, with over 50 types of tequila and offerings, including wine, beer, palomas, margaritas and cocktails. The space surrounding the restaurant is capable of hosting events, including weddings, rehearsal dinners, bachelor parties, family reunions and more. 512-829-4777. www.palomavenue.com
Drip Dental
Drip Dental opened May 22 at 136 Drifting Wind Run, Ste. 109, Dripping Springs. Drip Dental offers emergency dentistry, family and general dentistry, dental implements, oral surgery, teeth whitening, and cosmetic dentistry. The dental office is led by Dr. Sydney Guidroz and is now accepting patients. 512-607-6922. www.dripdental.com
Sugaring NYC
Sugaring NYC opened May 24 at 165 Hargraves Drive, Ste. 140, Austin, in the Belterra shopping center. Sugaring NYC is a waxing and lash studio that offers sugaring waxing, an alternative to hot wax that is made of sugar, lemon juice and water. In addition to hair removal services, the studio offers lash lifts and brow lamination. Appointments can be made online or in person. 512-300-0202. www.sugaringnyc.com
Sunday Bookshop
Bookstore Sunday Bookshop opened June 22 at 28101 RR 12, Dripping Springs. Sunday Bookshop is owned by Dripping Springs native Dixie Frechette, and offers books, home decor, gifts and paper goods. It is the only bookstore currently open in Dripping Springs. Over 800 titles are offered, all organized by genre, including classics, nonfiction, romance, new releases and more. Inside the shop, guests have space to read on a couch or chair, and seating is available outside as well. www.shopsundaybooks.com
H-E-B
H-E-B opened its second store in the Dripping Springs area July 5 at 12021 W. Hwy. 290, Austin. The store is located at the former site of the Nutty Brown Cafe and Amphitheatre and is designed in honor of the historic amphitheater with memorabilia showcased in store, including guitars signed by Texas artists and red brick from the Nutty Brown food oven. www.heb.com
