When Austin.com asked readers to tell us who the best influencers are in the ATX, we were flooded with responses. But 10 content creators were mentioned the most.
Here are the best influencers in Austin!
Spill the ATX
As a television producer and marketer, creator Dani Dudek has lived and traveled all over the country, but Austin is the place she always called home. After two decades and even more honors (including four Emmy Awards), she left the TV biz to focus on the digital landscape. In addition to being a pop culture extraordinaire, Dani enjoys spilling the tea on fashion, beauty, wellness, travel, thrifting and more. Learn more about Dani here.
Amanda Nelson
Amanda Nelson is a powerhouse content creator and entrepreneur whose unfiltered take on luxury, motherhood, and personal reinvention has made her one of Austin’s most recognizable voices. From vlogs and viral storytelling to steak recs and a no-nonsense fitness comeback, she’s built a loyal following by blending dry humor with aspirational living… and proving you can build a dream life without selling out. Get more detail about Amanda here.
Shelby Sorrel
Born and raised in Austin, Shelby Sorrel has had the privilege of seeing the city boom with new restaurants and fun spots. Her passion for photography, people and food sprouted into a fun, bright Instagram feed where she shares everything from life and food in Austin to all of her travels. Learn more about Shelby here.
ATXJulsey
ATXJulsey (Julie) and her husband Michael bonded over food, starting with Tommy Want Wingy and Suerte as their first and second dates. They quickly turned their love of food into a fun adventure. In Spring 2024, Julie began documenting their date nights, with Michael adding his voiceovers to keep it light and entertaining. You can learn more here.
Keay Explores
Keay Anderson is a native Austinite and the creator behind Keay Explores, a lifestyle and travel platform that highlights the best of Texas and beyond. Born and raised on Austin’s east side, Keay’s deep roots in the city fuel her passion for storytelling, food, community and culture. Learn more about Keay Explores here.
John Aquino
John Aquino is the Filipino-American creative who hails from Houston but has been deep in the magic of Austin for six years now. He has a reputation as a joyful disruptor, whether that be hyping a group fitness class, curating wellness events or championing LGBTQ+ voices. Discover more about John here.
The ATX Plug
Antoinette (Ant) Harris, an Austin content creator known as “theatxplug,” has been showcasing her life in Austin since 2022. Passionate about inspiring others to live their best lives, Ant highlights her unique experiences and must-try activities, with a special focus on Black-owned businesses and events in Austin. Get more detail about The ATX Plug here.
512 Bites
Rachel is a Texas native, University of Texas alumna, and Austin based content creator who has been sharing all of her favorite places & activities around Austin since 2010 (back before the term ‘influencer’ ever existed)! Her goal is to showcase small local Austin businesses along with helping locals & visitors alike find all the best things there are to see, do, and eat in this amazing city she calls home. Learn more about Rachel and 512 Bites here.
Breezy In Austin and Rell Eats World also made the list. Check it out here.
