How-to demos, cocktails, and antiques a-plenty at launch parties for
The Parisian Cowboy’s Guide to The Round Top Experience
WHAT: More than a twice-yearly mecca for art collectors, designers and antiques enthusiasts, Round Top, Texas (population 77), is a burgeoning off-the-beaten-path haven for year-round arts, culture, and music – not to mention Southern hospitality, served with a slice of pie.
Round Top Antiques Show faithfuls Gretchen von Rochow and Kerry Rupp (of Austin) are the co-authors of The Parisian Cowboy’s Guide to The Round Top Experience (March 2010), a photo guidebook covering the famous Antiques Show and year-round charm of the arts-filled travel destination. The book points readers to Round Top’s must-see antiques, craft, and art show venues and vendors, as well as local dining, lodging, shopping, art and entertainment establishments.
For one week each spring and fall, visitors from near and far descend on Round Top for antique finds such as vintage sterling, fine furniture, books, unusual folk art, and more. Now, armed with this in-the-know guide, readers can plan out their Round Top treasure hunt.
WHEN & WHERE:
• Austin Book Launch Party – Thurs., Mar. 4th, 6:00 – 8:00 p.m. at Wendow Fine Living (1512 West 35th Saint Cutoff, Austin). Shop, sip and learn at an Antiques Show preview hosted by Wendow Fine Living (also a Round Top vendor). Gretchen will share expert tips on “how to shop the Show” along with must-haves for your “rain or shine Show survival kit.” Advanced copies of the book will be available for purchase, but the first 10 guests to arrive will receive a complimentary copy. RSVP: (512) 284-9732
• Round Top Antique Show Book Launch – Wed., Mar. 31st, 6:00 – 8:00 p.m. at Round Top Festival Institute (248 Jaster Road, Round Top). The book will receive a fitting welcome during Round Top’s springtime Antiques Show. Before you hit the Show, hobnob with featured businesses owners and Antiques Show vendors for the scoop on can’t-miss booths and rare finds. Sample treats from local eateries, taste wine from Flat Creek Estate and purchase a signed copy of this insider guide at the event. RSVP: ParisianCowboyEvents@gmail.com
Both events are free and open to the public.
WHO: Co-authors of The Parisian Cowboy’s Guide to The Round Top Experience, Gretchen is the creator of “Parisian Cowboy” and aficionada on topics such as the domestic & culinary arts, entertaining, antiques and travel. Kerry is the founder of Holiday Golightly, an online travel service specializing in girlfriend getaway trips, and served as the editor of CRAVE Austin: The Urban Girls’ Manifesto.
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To set up an interview, or receive a review copy, contact Stephanie Ridge:
(512) 501-4399 x703, Stephanie@prbythebook.com
Parisian Cowboy Publishing focuses on lifestyle books targeting a sophisticated, well-traveled audience with an appreciation of the domestic and culinary arts, antiques, entertaining, small-town America and travel. The Parisian Cowboy's Guide to The Round Top Experience is the company's first book.
