(map) Spicewood Vineyards is a) nearby, b) easy to get to, and c) incredibly scenic, all of which make it a primo destination for wine-tasting. When you arrive, you’ll see acres of vineyards surrounding two “Texas Contemporary” buildings. One is the actual winery,
(map) There are two great things about music at Angel’s: One, the shows are early, starting around 6 or 7. Two, they’re free! Three nights a week, you can enjoy bands like The Troubadillos, The Fabulous Chevelles, and Freddy Powers & Friends, dig into a good chicken-fried steak and still get home in time for […]
(map) Wait, what? A farm with no dirt? That produces some of the most gorgeous produce around? Our minds are still blown by HannaLeigh Farm, a central Texas pioneer in aquaponics. There are several ways to practice this growing (ha!) trend, and they’re all on display at this Spicewood farm. Basically, the plants are grown in […]
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28 Mar 2013(map) We didn’t expect to find so many great green-chile options out West! The burger at J5 weighs in at a whopping half-pound. The beef is hand-shaped for extra juiciness, cooked to order and topped with chopped green chiles, chipotle mayo, and a monster slab of cheddar. This is one of those times to break […]
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27 Mar 2013(map) The legendary music roadhouse rocks an awesome burger, 1/3-pound with the works: grilled green chiles and onions, pepperjack cheese, lettuce, tomatoes, pickles, mustard and mayo. It all makes for one delicious hot mess. Especially good when washed down with an ice-cold beer and songs by Gary P Nunn. No wonder it’s famous! Poodie’s Hilltop […]
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18 Feb 2013(map) The owner of The D.U.D.E. is one creative dude. The Down Under Deli and Eatery (read more about the place here) features a massive, custom-made bar, bike nights showcasing live music, steak and lobster, and now, the Aussie Burger. Owner Paul hails from Australia, and rather than tossing another shrimp on the barbie, he […]
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13 Oct 2012(map) The name may suggest something of a stripper joint. But this cute cafe actually offers a surprising variety of eats and drinks, as well as locally produced coffees, olive oils and vinegars, and even fresh gelato. Located in a Spicewood strip center near Opie’s BBQ, the cafe recently expanded next door and will be offering
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