It’s harvest time at Texas wineries, and one Hill Country vineyard celebrated with a tradition that dates back to the Incas. At the La Cruz del Comal winery just west of New Braunfels, the harvesting of the grapes started at sunrise.
I found the most charming, unique bed and breakfast in Fredericksburg called the Cotton Gin Village. It features seven cabins decked out in Texas style with all the modern amenities you’d ever need like satellite TV, working kitchens and Jacuzzi tubs.
I found the most charming, unique bed and breakfast in Fredericksburg called the Cotton Gin Village.
At Rio Rio on the beautiful San Antonio Riverwalk you have FIVE patios with river views to choose from and boat docks, so you can take your party for a dinner cruise along the Riverwalk.
Texas wines keep getting better and better. I believe the Becker’s outside of Fredericksburg deserve a lot of the credit for setting the bar higher for Texas producers.
With the Texas Hill Country as our backyard, we sure do have it so good in San Antonio! I love this time of year as the Hill Country takes on new life with wildflowers blooming along roadsides and trails. And after our rainy winter, this spring promises to be spectacular. But it’s not just wildflowers […]
Ever seen olive trees growing in Texas? You’ll see more than 10,000 of them this Saturday at nearby Sandy Oaks Olive Orchard, plus, you’ll be entertained and enlightened by Chef ‘extraordinaire’ Michael Flores. Chef Flores is hosting a cooking class at Sandy Oaks Orchards (about a 15 minute drive from San Antonio) that promises to […]
There’s an interesting and exotic resort that’s just a stone’s throw from San Antonio. Zebras, giraffes and camels roaming the grounds are what you’ll see from the beautiful floor to ceiling windows that line the charming, elegant lodge at the Serengeti Resort. The Serengeti is hosting a benefit called the “Wine to Wildlife Festival” Thanksgiving […]
Hey guys, make plans now to head out to Gruene, TX this weekend, Oct. 9. 10 and 11, for some great Texas music, fun Texas wines and amazing food! One of my favorites, Joe Ely, is one of the headliners, but there’s plenty more. Saturday is the big wine tasting day – ‘Texas Tastings and […]
There’s a delightful new restaurant in Gruene, Texas…actually just down the road from historic Gruene—The Gruene Door. The food is wonderful! And yes, they have a nice wine list too. Check out the beautiful glazed salmon they prepared for us.
If you enjoy trying new wines and absolutely love fabulous food, put the San Antonio New World Wine and Food Festival on your calender for the second week in November. And, buy your tickets before September 15 because you’ll get a 15% discount. I’m told it’s the biggest discount they’ll offer, so head to their […]
When the request came in this week to judge a cake baking contest I immediately said yes. Afterall, it’s cake…it’s bound to be good. Turns out this contest wasn’t about the ‘taste’ of the cake but more the ‘technique’ of decorating the cake. Four of the six custom cake decorators at the HEB Plus at […]
There’s a virtual goldmine right in our own backyard. Texas wineries! Texas Hill Country wineries have reason to be particularly proud. The Texas Agricultural Department asked me to host their first-ever video podcasts called ‘Go Texan Wine’, and they turned out to be a fascinating learning experience. I was surprised to find out that the […]
This is the sixth and final episode in the inaugural Go Texan WineCast series. Merrill Bonarrigo of Messina Hof Winery and Resort in Bryan discusses Port and other dessert wines made in Texas.
Okay get onboard. Texas wines are in the news. Time to visit a local winery and see what all the buzz is about. The Lone Star International Wine Competition wrapped up with good news for some Hill Country producers. Grape Creek Vineyards near Fredericksburg won 9 awards…one of those what’s called a ‘Grand Star’. Another […]
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