Longhorn Business Gift Guide
This holiday season, whether you’re shopping for your parent, child, classmate, significant other, or just a good friend, you can support Longhorn businesses. From sweet treats to spa getaways, Texas Exes across the country are at the helm of businesses perfect for the gift-giving season. Check out the Alcalde’s Longhorn Business Gift Guide and support your fellow alumni this holiday season.
Food
Jimmy Cakes LLC – Nothing Bundt Cakes
Jim Sheahan, BS ’90, Life Member, owns Jimmy Cakes LLC, which owns and operates seven Nothing Bundt Cakes in Texas and Oklahoma. Nothing Bundt Cakes makes bundt cakes of all sizes—from their iconic two bite Bundtinis to a traditional 10-inch bundt cake. Their cakes come in various flavors, including an Andes peppermint chocolate flavor for the holidays. Grab an entire decorated cake or a dozen Bundtinis of multiple flavors to sweeten your next holiday party.
A dozen cookies from Tiff’s Treats, founded by Tiffany, BS ’01, and Leon Chen, BBA ’01, Life Members, is the perfect gift for any loved one, near or far, with a sweet tooth this holiday. Tiff’s Treats delivers delicious, warm cookies right to your doorstep. They even deliver to dorms on the UT campus, which your student is sure to appreciate. They also have cupcakes, brownies, and other delicious desserts for all tastes.
Atlanta Falcons’ running back Bijan Robinson, ’23, created his own gourmet dijon mustard, Bijan Mustardson. You can order the original mustard or get his weekly gameday bottles, signed by Bijan and detailed with his stats from that week. Perfect for your favorite mustard fan OR football fan.
Clothes and Accessories
Amigo Provisions Co is a go-to for the outdoorsy person in your life. They provide high-end outdoor wear and provisions including UT-branded camo shirts, bags, hats, and more. They also have other college gear if you happen to have a non-Longhorn in your life. (Editor’s note: We don’t discriminate, but we do pick favorites.)
Korman Fine Jewelry, now owned by Kat, BA ’05, Life Member, and Larry Stokes, is a full-service jewelry boutique in Austin. Whether you’re looking for a high-end Rolex or a stunning set of diamond earrings, Korman is the place to go. They also offer jewelry and watch repair in-house.
Saturday Silks creates hand drawn gameday and Longhorn-inspired silk scarves and other accessories. The designs are colorful, unique, and perfect for your favorite Longhorn tailgater and football fan. Though they got their start designing burnt-orange styles, they have now expanded for multiple different colleges and events.
Oventure is home to the original Big O Key Ring, designed to make your life easier by being able to slide your keys on your arm. Now Oventure has multiple hands-free accessories such as wallets and phone cases to make anyone’s life easier. Perfect for the busy person in your life who always could use an extra hand.
Longhorn Fashions is a boutique in the heart of West Campus that provides Texas-themed clothes, accessories, and decorations of all kinds. They have a custom hat bar to customize your or your loved one’s perfect hat apparel from both local and national designers. Frequented by students looking for a last-minute outfit, it’s a great spot for any favorite Longhorn Fan.
Fraulein Boots specializes in unique cowboy (or cowgirl) boots that are both fashionable and comfortable to wear anywhere—whether to a dinner downtown or a tailgate on gameday. They have multiple, colorful boot options and even gift cards available.
Experiences
A massage or facial at Viva Day Spa is a perfect gift for the person in your life who needs some time to themselves. Viva Day Spa was voted the best spa in Austin by both Austin Monthly and The Austin Chronicle. They have regular massages and facials as well as med spa treatments and a nail salon.
High 5 has everything you could want for a day of fun. Kids (and kids at heart) will enjoy bowling, laser tag, axe throwing, Top Golf Swing suites, and of course, a traditional arcade. High 5 also has a scratch kitchen and full bar. Get a gift card or make a reservation—either way, High 5 is a great gift experience.
Hiatus Spa is perfect for all your relaxation needs. Get a gift card or their holiday package for someone you care about to enjoy their renowned massages, facials, and med spa treatments. With locations across Texas, Hiatus Spa is never too far and the perfect gift for a loved one.
All of these businesses are owned or operated by the best of the best—Texas Exes. Whether you are looking for a stocking stuffer or a grandiose gift for the person you love, you can find something perfect from this list and support a fellow Longhorn in the process.
CREDITS: Courtesy of Tiff’s Treats; courtesy of Amigo Provisions Co; courtesy of Korman Fine Jewelry; courtesy of Fraulein Boots; courtesy of Hiatus Spa
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