Amarillo Magazine | November 2015

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Booze-Busting Brunch page 45

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24 Features On the Cover

26 Cheers!

39 SEctions 22

Hit the Bar, Boys Bar soaps for men are back in a big way.

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The Well-Stocked Bar We’ve picked a few essentials every man needs.

A toast to local drink

By Jason Boyett

Photos by Shannon Richardson

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Something’s Brewing Chad Lardie shares three of his favorite beercentered recipes.

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Booze-Busting Brunch Counteract those hangover symptoms with three decadent recipes.

Contributors....................4 Online Page..................... 8 Out & Abut.....................10 The Way I See It............20 Dress Code.................... 22 Home............................ 24 What’s Cooking?........... 39 Events............................ 51 Let’s Eat!........................ 65 Retro Rewind.................70 20 Questions................. 72

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Jason Boyett

Shannon Richardson

Jason wrote our cover story, “Cheers! A Toast to Local Drink,” on page 26. He is a professional writer based in Amarillo and the author of several books. His journalism has appeared in a number of national publications including Salon, The Daily Beast, and Paste.

Also a busy copywriter and ghostwriter, Jason’s clients range from international nonprofits to celebrity musicians, which is why he loves writing for Amarillo Magazine: It keeps him connected to Amarillo. Learn more at jasonboyett.com.

Shannon photographed “Hit the Bar, Boys” on page 22, “The Well-Stocked Bar” on page 24, “Cheers! A Toast to Local Drink,” on page 26, “Something’s Brewing” on page 39, “BoozeBusting Brunch” on page 45, “Let’s Eat!” on page 65 and “20 Questions” on page 72. He has been photographing commercial/advertising work for more than 15 years. Shannon’s photography has won numerous Addy awards including three best of shows as well as being featured in the Graphis Photo Annual 2001, JPG Magazine and Shots. He has also published a photographic book about Route 66. See Shannon’s work at shannonrichardson. com and route66americanicon.com.

Andy Chase Cundiff

Shaie Williams

Andy, a local artist, singer and songwriter, has called Amarillo home for more than 20 years, and plays at a variety of venues around the Panhandle. See Andy’s artwork every month with Jon Mark Beilue’s column (page 20).

Contact Andy at 376-7918.

Shaie photographed some of the events in “Out & About,” beginning on page 10.

A professional photographer born and raised in the Amarillo area, Shaie enjoys telling stories through photography. His work ranges from editorial to portraiture with both film and the latest digital processes. See Shaie’s work at williamspics.smugmug.com.

Heather Ladd Heather photographed some of the events in “Out & About,” beginning on page 10. She earned a B.A. in English from West Texas A&M University. She and husband Micah have three children. Heather has been a professional photographer for four years. See Heather’s work at heatherladdphotography.com.

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ost of my childhood memories are centered on my dad’s side of the family. And boy, did they know how to celebrate life – any chance they got. Weddings, baptisms, first communions, graduations, and even funerals. We’d make the long journey to my father’s hometown in Kansas, and when everyone was together there was food spread over every surface in my aunt’s kitchen, and plenty of drink to go with it.

They’d squeeze every second out of a gettogether – most lasted until the wee hours of the morning – and I remember often begging to please let me go to bed. But there was always one more dance, one more toast to be made.

I was never curious about trying alcohol at any of our family gatherings (my sister was, but that’s another story entirely). We had wine at communion and blech – it was bitter and I needed the wafer just to get the taste out of my mouth. Fast-forward to young adulthood and the inevitable initiation into (cheap) beer. I couldn’t stomach it then and to this day, my palate can’t appreciate beer, craft or otherwise.

The maturing of a palate is a journey. Other people’s tastes challenge ours and bring us out of our comfort zones. We travel, tentatively try new things, and discover we actually like them. My journey to a love of wine began with baby steps into sweeter varieties until I met Bo Salling, who at the time was a partner at Crush Wine Bar & Deli. He tried in vain to find a red wine I’d like as I turned my nose up at every taste. He ended up telling me I “needed to grow up.” Embarrassing. So I started with lighter, less dry reds, and it took a while, but I was slowly transformed.

My appreciation of wine peppers any conversation about food, is a great ice breaker, a fun (albeit expensive) hobby, and a special treat when we travel and I get to try something new. The same goes for beer, whiskey, and cocktails for my husband.

We chuckle over quotes like “Too much of anything is bad, but too much good whiskey is barely enough.” – Mark Twain; “Beer is proof the God loves us and wants us to be happy.” – Benjamin Franklin; or “Penicillin cures, but wine makes people happy.” – Alexander Fleming.

But a good drink is often surrounded with joy – savoring a meal, catching up with a friend, toasting a milestone. My best memories are punctuated with popping corks, sentimental toasts, and laughter. These days, I make it a habit to save wine corks, signing and dating them so I can look back and remember where I was, who I was with, and what we did.

This is why we brought you this month’s cover story (see page 26).

Get out. Meet new people. Enjoy your friends. Celebrate the holidays and appreciate the good things. Even if you were raised here, there is still plenty of entertainment to discover in Amarillo. We hope this issue helps you find a new favorite thing to enjoy.

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Out & About

Patriot Day Tailgate & Car Show Amarillo VA Health Care System hosted a Patriot Day Tailgate & Car Show on Sept. 11. The show included food and information for veterans and their families.

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Nathan and Cherie Chechourka, Sarah Willis, and Whitney Koch

Larry, Larry and Joshua Wilson

Myrna and Curtis Tarr

Patrick Hutchinson and Karen Colin

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Tri-State Fair & Rodeo Gala On Sept. 12 the Tri-State Exposition held its annual Tri-State Fair & Rodeo Gala. The gala raised funds for the Expo’s scholarship programs.

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Penny, Cash and Candy Carpenter, and Bette Cogdell

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Boots vs. Badges Charity Softball Game On Sept. 12 the Boots vs. Badges Charity Softball Game was held at ThunderHeads stadium. Firefighters battled law enforcement for bragging rights and a traveling trophy. Funds benefited The 100 Club of the Texas Panhandle and Coffee Memorial Blood Center.

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Laker, Chad, Cassie and Elli Lowe

Jennifer Hudson and Brooke Melton

Thomas and Brycen Bonner

Paige Fisk and Katelyn Rankin

Aryn Watson, Monica Kennedy and Kelsey Williams

Mini-Martini Taste Test Butler’s Martini Bar hosted a Mini-Martini Taste Test on Sept. 13. Guests were treated to the bar’s most popular martinis paired with hors d’oeuvres.

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Elda and Crystal Lucio, Noemy Martinez, Christy Castillo, Veronica Marquez, and Viviana Zambrano

Jamie Holland and Lindsey Jennings

Sarah and Benjamin Ysasaga

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Amarillo Rocks the Runway On Sept. 19 Haven Health Clinic and the Male Health Center presented Amarillo Rocks the Runway at The Galleries at Sunset Event Room. The fashion show raised funds for the center’s programs.

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Robin Weir, Lauren Hall and Elee Leland

Linda Thurman and Amanda Sandlin

Jennifer Long and Breeze Hurly

Jeff and Christy Rowley, and Madyson Preble

Rhonda and Chip McCampbell

Canyon Chamber Chow-down The Canyon Chamber of Commerce hosted the Canyon Chamber Chow-down on Sept. 25. Held on the square in Canyon, the event featured live music and a barbecue cook-off.

Photos by Shaie Williams

Tom and Dianna Tipps, and Tammy and Dennis Brooks

Christy Campbell and Deetress Peoples

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7Star Equine Therapy Clay Shoot 7Star Equine Therapy held its annual Clay Shoot on Sept. 26 at River Breaks Ranch. The sporting event raised funds for 7Star’s therapy programs.

Photos by Shaie Williams

Lee and Ronda Schaeffer, Dorthy Downey and Pia Habersang

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Joe Ellison, Chuck Lemons and Lanny Koenig

John Sharp, Hauk Wilk and D’Esta Sharp

Ronda Schaeffer, Dorothy Dawney and Becky Porter

RSVP Appreciation Luncheon The Retired and Senior Volunteer Program held its annual Appreciation Luncheon on Sept. 28 at the Amarillo Civic Center Complex. The luncheon recognized volunteers for contributions to the community.

Photos by Shaie Williams

Pat Mathis, Lawrence Walker and Dorothy Ragster

Kimberly Slagel and Scotty Davis

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Susie Roberts, Dani Bullard and Lynda Jones

“Lips” Opportunity School presented its annual lip-sync concert and fundraiser, “Lips,” on Oct. 1. Community volunteers showed off their impersonation skills after a live sponsorship auction.

Proceeds benefited Opportunity School.

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Fred and Darla Fish, and Chantal Jones

Brian Cantu and Victoria Williams

Victor and Petra Kommavongsa

Pam and Rodney Wheeler

Calley Saddler and Kelly Whittenburg

Wild Fusion Culinary Challenge On Oct. 3 Wildcat Bluff Nature Center hosted the Wild Fusion Culinary Challenge. Six local chefs competed in a cowboy brunch challenge, in which they incorporated wild flavors of the Panhandle.

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The Art of the Mix Cars and Cocktails Car and craft cocktail enthusiasts attended The Art of the Mix Cars and Cocktails on Oct. 3. Held in downtown Amarillo, the event featured local bartenders and samples of signature drinks, and guests enjoyed gourmet food, a display of classic cars, art by local artists, and dancing to live music by Sounds Del Mar. Funds benefited the Citadelle Art Foundation.

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P3: People, Pints and Pedals On Oct. 4, 575 Pizzeria hosted the Seventh Annual P3: People, Pints and Pedals, a pub crawl on bikes that began at the restaurant’s Civic Circle location, moved on to I Don’t Know Sports Bar, then to Golden Light Cantina, and ended back at 575 Pizzeria. A portion of the proceeds benefited One Chair at a Time.

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T h e W ay I s e e I t

Jon Mark Beilue

Showers of blessing beat a bath every time “It’s disgusting. I’m sitting here in a tepid pool of my own filth. All kinds of microscopic parasites and organisms having sex all around me.” – Kramer on “Seinfeld”

N

ot that long ago, we had a little issue with the shower drain.

It was a wee bit clogged, forcing me to do something for one morning I hadn’t done since I was 12.

Take a bath.

What a miserable experience. How do you women do it? If there were nothing but baths and no showers, I would just function in my own dried sweat and stink with that constant look of a week-long camper and never once apologize.

To each his own – and certainly what goes on behind closed bathroom doors needs to stay behind bathroom doors – but taking a bath for the male species should not occur unless under emergency circumstances.

A clogged shower drain is one.

Busted shower head. Snake coming up through the drain.

For me, the flu is an acceptable reason.

I have actually had a few baths since I was 12, but, outside of a clogged shower drain, the reason was I had a 102-degree temperature and shaking with the chills. A steaming hot bath seems like a good idea, not because it’s a great way to get clean, but it’s a great way to curl up and die.

But if you’re a male and no longer in elementary school, and your temperature is 98.6, and in your home is a perfectly good shower and also a bath, and you’re taking a bath for no particular reason, well, I’m sorry. Turn in your man card right now.

As for women, look, there are 4,212 things – and counting – of which I don’t understand about females, and preferring a bath hovers between Nos. 1,216 and 1,219. Must be that Calgon-take-me-away desire, and the fluffy bubble bath and the candles. A bath for women seems more justifiable, more feminine.

The few times I’ve had a bath I feel like some cowboy in an old Western movie shoe-horned into a No. 2 washtub on a Saturday night.

There was a reason cowboys took a bath back then only once a week.

It was not pleasant.

What’s to be gained by a bath? For one thing, it takes 10 minutes to fill up the tub. For a shower, turn it on – boom – you’re in.

A bath is not made for a man. When I’m sitting in a tub, it’s all knees and trying to maneuver around them. It’s a water-logged version of Twister.

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Then, there’s no telling what comes floating by. What is that, a flaky toenail? Do they float? It’s just like Kramer said – it is tepid filth, and I, for one, am not crazy about soaking in it.

There are other issues with a bath. It might be hot when the tub finally fills up, but it’s lukewarm at best and the water is the color of dishwater when finally climbing out.

And how is it worked with the shampooing of the hair? For the sake of argument, pretend I had hair. The shampooing part is simple enough, but what about getting that off? How is that done?

I’ll tell you how. You have to lie back and immerse everything but your face and hope that’s good enough. Or take some plastic souvenir cup from a football game and keep dumping water over your noggin until the shampoo is gone.

How is any of this better than a manly shower? Less water used, less hassle, less time spent, plus the body is cleaner. If baths are so great, why aren’t they at health clubs, workout facilities and locker rooms?

Baths are fine when a child is 2 years old, and sharing a tub with a brother or cousin. There’s a lot of laughing and squealing and pictures taken by beaming parents. But I’m not 2 years old, and no way am I sharing one with a brother or cousin in the presence of a camera.

And I’m probably past the very last reason a male should want to take a bath, and that’s having a GI Joe Frogman and pretending he’s going under the mound of suds to capture the bad guys.

I’m just no fan of Jon Mark Beilue is a immersion, columnist for AGN Media. and this is He can be reached at jon.beilue@amarillo.com coming from or 345.3318. a Baptist. Yea, verily, give me a good sprinkling every time.

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ost men we know may be picky about certain grooming products, but seem to be pretty no-nonsense when it comes to soap. Does it produce a hearty lather? Good.

Does it get me clean? Good. Does it smell like a flower shop? No thanks. Most have ditched boring bar soaps for masculine-branded body wash anyway. But bar soaps are back in a big way, and they’re no longer the slippery white ovals that begin to melt as soon as they get wet. These days, discerning men can find artisan soaps that combine incredible, manly scents with grime-busting cleansing power. These soaps are made from specialized ingredients like mint, patchouli, Shea butter and clay. You can’t say that about the run-of-the-mill stuff.

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Pré de Provence pure vegetable soap $8.50, Pete’s Greenhouse Triple-milled, Shea butter-infused soap with a subtle mint leaf scent

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Pacifica® Tibetan Mountain Temple™ natural soap $5.49, Market Street United Handmade vegetable oil and glycerin base, with exfoliating ground almonds and a fragrance reminiscent of incense

Zum Bar® Patchouli-mint goat’s milk soap $4.99, Market Street United Ultra-moisturizing, revitalizing and refreshing Fieldworks Supply Company Bar None Body Brick $9.49, Natural Grocers All-natural soap contains beneficial clays, natural oils and plant extracts.

Sappo Hill Old-Fashioned Oatmeal soap $2.49, Market Street United Handmade glycerin crème soap offers gentle exfoliation.

Sandia Soap Company Billy the Kid soap $4.39, Natural Grocers Made in Albuquerque, this handmade soap contains natural oils scented with Himalayan cedarwood.

Greenwich Bay Trading Co. Soap for Men $3.75, Kem’s Bed & Bath Enriched with Shea and cocoa butter and blended with exfoliating wheat bran and apricot seed

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n Old Fashioned. A Manhattan. A no-frills martini. Every man with a well-stocked liquor cabinet should know how to prepare a handful of quality, classic cocktails. It’s a quick way to impress guests. But there’s something much less impressive about serving a well-crafted Old Fashioned in a chipped mug with a chopstick for stirring. Presentation matters. So do quality components. Beyond the drink ingredients themselves, we’ve selected a few of the essentials for a well-stocked home bar, from gadgets and accessories to decanters and glassware. Put those mugs away, fellas. It’s time to get equipped.

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COVER STORY

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By Jason Boyett Photos by Shannon Richardson

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s Amarillo growing up? With the popularity of cooking shows on TV, organic choices at local supermarkets, and foodie culture in general, local tastes have definitely matured in terms of what’s on our plates. All that food has made us thirsty. Our city’s escalating food focus has piqued a burgeoning interest in craft beers, wine connoisseurship, and specialty cocktails. I Don’t Know Sports Bar & Grill has grown in popularity due to it’s extensive list of beers on tap. Macaroni Joe’s was just recognized by Wine Spectator for the strength of its wine list. Upscale restaurants like Public House and Taste Dessert Bar are pleasing patrons with fine whiskeys and handcrafted cocktails.

Thirsty yet? Now that our city has come of age, we decided it was time to belly up to the local alcohol scene, from beer joints to wine cellars to upscale craft cocktail spots. What follows is our list of what to drink and where to drink it.

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tep up to the bar at the Hillside location of 575 Pizzeria and you’ll be met with 13 distinct beers on tap. The kegs come from smaller craft breweries in Portland, Ore., or from Denver, Colo.

There’s no domestic Budweiser or Coors tap in sight.

You’ll find the same at Crush Wine Bar & Deli downtown, where beerlovers can choose from among 14 craft beers on tap and dozens of bottled beers from breweries many drinkers don’t recognize. “We definitely try to find boutique stuff that’s off the radar,” says owner Brian Singleton.

“Something that’s harder for people to find.”

Or stop at the now-legendary I Don’t Know Sports Bar & Grill on Sixth Street, which now boasts more than 250 different beers on tap – and that number is just a stepping stone in its quest to reach 300. Some are standards like Miller or Shiner Bock. But hundreds of them are unique wheat beers, stouts, porters and ales, including Southern Pecan Nut Brown Ale from Mississippi’s Lazy Magnolia Brewery. “Amarillo taste buds are definitely evolving,” says Micci Cole, IDK’s general manager. “A lot more people are willing to branch out and try something new.”

When Brian Kelleher opened the first 575 location on Civic Circle – the pizzeria was known as Basil Doc’s at the time – he wanted to offer more than just the usual big-brand macrobrews like Bud and Miller. “I like beer but I’ve never been a huge fan of domestics. To me, a Bud Light tends to taste the same on draft as it does in the bottle,” he says. “But there were only a couple of places in Amarillo that didn’t have domestics on tap.”

So when Kelleher installed his first six taps, none of the beers were big names. “We wanted it to be a differentiator, to give us a competitive advantage,” he says, believing that the restaurant’s hand-crafted pizza would match up well with beers from craft breweries, which are defined by the American Brewers Association as traditional, small (producing less than six million barrels a year), and independent (not owned or controlled by a megabrewer). Kelleher says his first customers mostly ignored those taps. “At the beginning, the majority of beer we sold was Coors Light, out of the bottle.”

Things have changed. Kelleher says the demand for craft beers “has exploded” in Amarillo, especially among his customers. “These days, people come in asking for beers we don’t even have access to,” he says. “Our market has grown into it.”

Cole says a thousand new breweries open every year in the U.S., so the only limit to local beer-lovers is distribution and infrastructure. One of those craft breweries is at the Big Texan, where the brothers Bobby and Danny Lee have teamed up with brewmaster Tom Money to produce more than a dozen unique beers sold only at the legendary I-40 restaurant. “It’s a huge business,” Danny says of hand-crafted beers like Palo Duro Pale Ale, Rattlesnake IPA, and the new Sour Mother Pucker. Bobby says the Brewery is producing 80 gallons a day and has reached its limit, which is why an enlarged brewery has become a priority when the brothers discuss expansion. “We don’t dare try to produce any more than what we’re producing right now. Eighty gallons a day is way past the limit of what we’re set up to do.”

“I’ve seen a large demand of people branching out and trying a new beer,” says Jordan Lee, Danny’s son and a bartender at the Big Texan. “They’re willing to pay a little bit extra for greater flavor, a little more ABV – alcohol by volume – and they’re even starting to get interested in IBU,” which stands for International Bitterness Units, a measure of a beer’s bitterness. “[Beer] has become a great conversation-starter,” says Jordan.

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Locals love this sports bar for its hand-tossed gourmet pizzas, modern décor, walls of high-def televisions, and non-smoking atmosphere. But the commitment to beyondthe-beaten path brews may bring thirsty patrons back as much as anything else. It’s hard to miss the long row of beers on tap, from bigger names like Sam Adams and Dos Equis to specialty microbrews like Dogfish Head 90 Minutes IPA and Breckenridge Vanilla Porter. Keep an eye on the Firehouse’s Facebook page for regular rotating monthly specials to get $1.50 pints … and occasional holidays when certain microbrews are only a buck.

Bartender Megan Barnett

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General Manager Ben Craghead

Find Your Perfect Happy Hour Not all Happy Hours – or indulgers thereof – are created equal. Different restaurants and bars have different personalities. The atmosphere, size and location of a Happy Hour definitely impact the type of clientele. So which Happy Hour is a match for you? We’ve compiled a list of personality types and the spots best suited to them.

The Bargain Hunter

Ambience, selection – who cares about those things? For the Bargain Hunter, the happiest parts of Happy Hour are the discounted prices. He or she is looking for a place where well drinks are cheap and the beer flows freely. Here are the places with Amarillo’s favorite prices: Ruby Tequila’s Mexican Kitchen Monday through Friday, 4-7 p.m.; Wednesday, all day; Saturday and Sunday, 11 a.m.-6 p.m.: beer and margaritas Aspen Creek Grill Monday through Friday, 3-7 p.m.: beer, wine and margaritas La Fiesta Grande Monday through Thursday and Saturday: sangria swirls, schooners, micheladas and margaritas; Margarita Wednesday: house, rocks or frozen Tacos Garcia Monday through Friday, 2-6 p.m.: $1 off all drinks (except Thirsty Thursday micheladas); Thirsty Thursday: $2.50 michelada schooner with XX Lager or Amber Acapulco Mexican Restaurant & Bar Monday through Friday, 2-6 p.m.

The Conversationalist

“Can we just go somewhere we can talk?”

Standing-room only bars may bring a lot of energy to Happy Hour, but if you’re looking to catch up with a friend or dish about work, the din can be a hindrance. For a quieter experience, try these subdued, more intimate spots.

Rain Premier Sushi Bar & Lounge Monday, all day: sushi and sake; Monday through Saturday, 4-7 p.m.; Wednesday, all day; Thirsty Thursday: half-price wine bottles (excludes sake) Taste Dessert Bar Tuesday through Wednesday, 4-6 p.m.: domestic beer, wells, half-price wine by the glass; Thursday and Friday, 4-6 p.m.: domestic beer, wells, $1 off martini of the Continued on page 31

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575 Pizzeria It’s hard to tell if the crowds of people at 575 are there for the pizza or the beer. Most likely, it’s a little of both. The pizzeria’s original location on Civic Circle has six taps dedicated to craft beers, and the newer location on Hillside Road lets patrons choose from 13 beer taps. There’s not a domestic beer in sight – at least not on draft. Expect a good mix of light to dark beers, with a steady regular rotation plus a couple of taps that change out frequently. Once a week, 575 makes a new beer available on its popular New Tap Thursday, which also provides glassware branded with the beer. Taking pizza home? Then grab a gallon of your favorite tap-beer in 575’s “Braüler,” a stainless-steel version of the take-home Growler ($60 the first time, then much less for subsequent fill-ups).

Long Wooden Spoon After successfully earning their state brewing license and meeting state and city regulations, Long Wooden Spoon Brewing is finally ready to begin selling their craft beers commercially. One way is through relationships with local establishments like 575 and IDK, which will soon begin offering LWS brews on tap. The other way is direct to the public – on Saturday afternoons, from noon until late in the evening, locals can stop by the brewery’s taproom in Western Business Park to enjoy a glass on-premises. Get to know owners Jared Read and Rick McElroy, and be sure to try LWS’ popular Sixth Street Wheat, Coffee Porter, or German-style Amarillo Sunrise Kölsch.

(Take) Home Brew No local watering holes approve of drinking and driving, but several establishments allow you to take home your favorite craft beer. Both The Big Texan Brewery and 575 Pizzeria allow customers to take home their favorite tap beers in specialty containers. Meanwhile, Crush Wine Bar & Deli is able to special-order and retail all of its beer, including a variety of unique imports and a rotating list of hard-to-find specialty brews.

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week; Saturday: $7 sangria and $4 mimosas BL Bistro Monday through Sunday, 5-7 p.m.: mixed drinks and beer; Wine Wednesdays: 15 percent off bottles of wine.

Fire Slice Pizzeria Monday through Saturday, 5-7 p.m.: $1 off drafts and wine by the glass; Wine Down Wednesdays: half-price bottles all day Crush Wine Bar & Deli Monday through Friday, 5-7 p.m.

The Music Enthusiast

Forget a row of grumpy oldsters bellied up to a bar, or whispered conversations in a corner booth. For some drinkers, Happy Hour means fantastic live music – or at least a rockin’ soundtrack. If you prefer to tip a few back while tapping your foot, give these destinations a try: I Don’t Know Sports Bar & Grill Monday through Sunday, 4-7 p.m.; $2 domestic drafts during NFL and college football games Leftwoods Every day, 3-7 p.m.: wells and domestic beer; daily drink specials Skooterz Friday and Saturday; Power Hour: 8-9 p.m.

Pescaraz Italian Restaurant Monday through Friday, 4-7 p.m.: beer, wine and mixed drinks Midnight Rodeo Thursday, Friday and Saturday, 7-9 p.m.

Long Wooden Spoon owners Jared Read and Rick McElroy

The Big Texan Brewery People all over the country already know about the Big Texan and its 72-ounce steak.

If brothers and co-owners Bobby and Danny Lee have any say in it, travelers will soon be arriving at this Amarillo landmark thirsty for its craft beers. Tourists from Australia, Austria and Germany have given the brews a thumbs up, and Danny says Amarillo patrons frequently take home their favorite varieties in to-go containers – from liters ($9.74) to 64-ounce “Growlers” ($28.15). “Football season and holiday parties are where we’ve seen the most growth with locals,” Bobby says. “They’ll get four or five Growlers for a Thanksgiving Day meal or to take to Christmas parties.” Arrange your own taste test by ordering The Big Texan’s 10-beer tasting flight, designed for a group of people. Only $13 brings a tray of its most popular beers in four-ounce glasses.

The Outdoor Lover

There’s not much better than watching the sun dip below the horizon on a crisp fall evening in Amarillo, especially if the magic is accompanied by a glass of wine, a cold beer, or a well-crafted cocktail. When weather allows, check out the outdoor decks or patios at these Happy Hour locales: Joe Taco Monday through Friday, 4-7 p.m.; Saturday and Sunday, all day Pour House Monday through Sunday, 3-7 p.m.

Napoli’s Fine Italian Restaurant Monday through Friday, 4-7 p.m.

The Burger Bar Monday through Sunday, 4-7 p.m.

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Joe Daddy’s Monday through Friday, 4-7 p.m.; Saturday and Sunday, all day

The Expert

Serious drinkers roll their eyes at the typical Happy Hour crowd. There’s nothing worse than being surrounded by know-nothings in various states of inebriation when you’d rather savor the hoppiness of a beer or the nose of a particular vintage.

Looking for a place that appreciates the craft of alcohol-making more than the effects of drinking it? Head this way: 575 Pizzeria Monday through Friday, 2-6 p.m.; Wine-Down Wednesday: all wine $5 a glass and $20 a bottle; Thursday, 6 p.m.: Take a Pint Night Macaroni Joe’s Monday through Friday, all day; Wednesday 25 percent off any bottle $100 or less; Thursday $100 and up $50 off; $200 and up $75 off Public House Monday through Friday, 4-7 p.m.: wine, wells, beer Embers Steak House Monday through Friday, 4-7 p.m.: wells, beer, $2 off wine by the glass OHMS Café & Bar Tuesday through Saturday, 4-7 p.m.: $1 off cocktails

The Fan

When Happy Hour coincides with the big game – or, honestly, any game – then only one thing is necessary to meet the sports fan’s needs: a television. Or more accurately, lots of televisions.

Good thing there are plenty of sports bars in Amarillo where the number of flat-screen TVs rivals the number of drink choices. Here are our favorites.

General Manager Micci Cole

Texas Firehouse Sports Bar & Grill Monday through Friday, 4-7 p.m.

All day Saturday: $2 domestic pints; $3 margaritas Hummer’s Sports Cafe Monday through Friday, 3-7 p.m.

7 Bar and Grill Monday through Friday, 4-7 p.m.: $2 domestic pints; $1.50 beer of the week. Ladies Night every Tuesday: half-price mixed drinks. Thirsty Thursday, 7-10 p.m.: $1.50 selected domestic pints Mulligans Sports Pub Monday through Sunday until 7 p.m.: $2 domestic drafts and wells; daily drink specials Buffalo Wild Wings Monday through Friday, 2-7 p.m.

Late Night Monday through Friday, 10 p.m.-close

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I Don’t Know Sports Bar & Grill For a brief period, General Manager Micci Cole says the 255 beers on tap at Amarillo’s I Don’t Know Sports Bar & Grill were the most in the United States. It’s since been bested by a newly opened beer garden in Raleigh, N.C., but IDK still has the most taps in Texas by far. “We’re trying to get as close as we can to 300,” says Cole. This craft beer paradise and TV-rich sports bar opened with plans to grow at a slow-but-steady pace. Now that it’s established a dedicated clientele, IDK doesn’t plan to remain a secret any longer. The parking lot has already been enlarged. Look for fresh signage, city-wide advertising, and other expansions in the coming months.

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very year, the publication Wine Spectator gives its Best of Award of Excellence to restaurants with wine lists offering more than 350 selections and an especially diverse number of offerings. Less than 1,000 restaurants nationwide receive this honor, and only three were in West Texas. One is in El Paso. Another is in Lubbock. The third is Amarillo’s own Macaroni Joe’s. In recent years, it has become the place for Amarillo wine lovers to enjoy their favorite vintages.

Chris Hazel, Macaroni Joe’s wine director, says the award is an acknowledgment of one of the deepest wine lists in the state. “If you want to come in here and get a $600 bottle of cabernet, we have it. If you want a $200 Bordeaux, we have it,” he says. “But if you want a $20 bottle of Riesling, we have that as well. We pride ourselves on having a wine for every palate and every budget.”

The wine list also includes older vintages dating back to the 1990s

and even the ’80s, says Hazel. “We definitely have a wellrounded wine list.”

With more than 500 selections, the sheer size of the restaurant’s list is often enough to make an impression on travelers, Hazel says.

“We get a lot of reviews on Trip Advisor,” he says. “About every third one says ‘What an amazing wine list.’ People traveling through don’t think about Amarillo being a place for wine drinkers. Every day I get somebody who says ‘Wow, we didn’t expect to see this much depth.’ It’s nice to hear from those people.”

Despite the available variety, both Hazel and Brian Singleton, owner of Crush Wine Bar & Deli, agree that cabernet is the most popular wine choice in Amarillo. “Our retail sales are more cabernet-driven,” Singleton says of Crush, which has an impressive wine cellar of its own and allows patrons to purchase bottles for home.

“Everyone likes to eat steak, and a cabernet is the perfect companion to a nice steak.”

575 Pizzeria Craft beer pairs well with fresh, gourmet pizza, but so does wine.

Brian Kelleher’s establishment is well-regarded for its beer selection, but he and his team have also put together a pretty spectacular wine list – including several on tap. “When you open a bottle, the quality starts to diminish,” Kelleher explains. Wine on-tap doesn’t just taste better, but comes at a better price point because it saves on bottling and packaging costs. We suggest having a sip at 575’s fun “Wine Down Wednesdays,” when all glasses are $5 and bottles are $20.

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Macaroni Joe’s Chris Hazel says the occasional wine dinners at Mac Joe’s have become a hit. “We typically have one about every other month,” he says, noting that he’s in the process of planning one for Nov. 19. This one will feature selections from California’s Opus One winery, with each wine paired with a certain dish – plus a representative of the winery will be present to share about the vintages. “It’s always a great time and great experience for our customers,” Hazel says. Join the restaurant’s email list to get details and pricing in advance of these exquisite dinners.

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number of local restaurants, including 575 and Crush, are licensed for take-home wine sales, and will even specialorder for customers. On the retail side, United Market Street on Georgia has an extensive wine inventory overseen by the always enthusiastic Hobby Kuehnast, a Certified Wine Specialist and Certified Wine Educator. The five Party Stop Fine Wine & Spirits locations carry a diverse wine selection, as does frequent Best of Amarillo winner M&R Package Store.

And for a local wine experience, head out to visit Monty Dixon at Bar Z Winery. Located at the edge of Palo Duro Canyon, Bar Z makes its old world-style wines using Texas grapes. Have a taste or buy a case of its award-winning L’efforescence Pinot Noir.

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Macaroni Joe’s Wine Director Chris Hazel

Crush Wine Bar & Deli If “wine bar” is right there in the name, the selection had better be good. Thankfully, that is definitely the case at Crush, which opened on Polk Street in 2008. Owner Brian Singleton offers more than 400 labels from his cellar, and sells at least 50 wines by the full glass (6 ounce), half-glass (3 ounce) and even one-ounce “tasters.” Though Crush’s outdoor porch area isn’t quite as busy in the cooler months, it brings patrons indoors for occasional wine dinners. Each focuses on offerings from a particular winery, paired with a specially crafted multi-course meal. Watch Crush’s Facebook page for details and pricing.

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BL Bistro Owned and operated by Brian Mason since 2000, BL Bistro has established a loyal clientele at its Austin Street location in a former bank drive-thru building. The eclectic location is perfect for it’s eclectic atmosphere. The bistro offers a very reasonably priced wine list that hovers around 75 labels, and bar manager Bobby Costello says he’s regularly introducing new vintages for trial runs.

“Some are higher-dollar wines, and some are specialty bottles that may be a little harder for us to get,” he says.

If you’ve never been, mark your calendar for “Wine Wednesdays” and get 15 percent off every bottle.

Public House When Josh Fuller of OHMS Café and Bar teamed up with Brian Singleton of Crush Wine Bar & Deli to launch Public House, they knew wine would play a big role in this comfortable, classy establishment. Public House offers a wine list of more than 70 different bottles, plus another 20 available by the glass. If you’re not interested in a full bottle, we recommend sampling one of the wines on tap. This technology is as close as it gets to tasting a wine on-premises at a vineyard, helping the wine better maintain its flavor and integrity.

Embers Steak House For a cattle town, it may surprise some that a majority of Amarillo’s most visible steakhouses are national chains. Embers, tucked away west of Georgia Street near the Wolflin Area, is anything but. Its exterior is a blend of luxurious colors and fabrics with Western touches – you won’t miss the cowhide and cowboy photography. Owner Chad Lardie is as meticulous about his wine list as his specialty Bloody Mary menu (see Cocktail section). Try your favorite during weekday Happy Hour, when all glasses of wine are $2 off.

What to Buy? We asked our wine experts to suggest some of their favorite wines priced less than $20: • Valdo Prosecco Brut ($15) • Pewsley Vale Eden Valley Riesling ($17) • Eye Chart Chardonnay ($17) • Rosatello Moscato ($12) • Cycles Gladiator Boneshaker Zinfandel ($14) • MAAL Biutiful Malbec ($20)

Drinks and Devotion

The joke goes like this: What’s the difference between a Baptist and an Episcopalian? The Episcopalian will say “hi” to you in the liquor store.

Amarillo’s conservative religious and political beliefs are no secret. But in recent years, we’ve seemed to be moving – slowly but surely – beyond those days when church deacons enjoyed a glass of wine at home but never in public, or when churchgoers would refuse to acknowledge each other in the beer aisle at Walmart.

Consider the social and spiritual path of Matt Morgan, the human resources and communication director at Advanced Eye Care. Few Amarilloans are as fanatical about beer as Morgan, but he doesn’t fit anyone’s beer-guzzling stereotypes. He never performed keg stands at frat parties. He doesn’t blaze through a six-pack after a long day at work. He never gets wasted at weekend tailgating sessions.

But he can talk your ear off about why he loves complex Saison/Farmhouse ales in the summer, or why Black Butte by Portland’s Deschutes Brewery has become his favorite porter.

Morgan is a board member of Yellow City Coop Brewpub, a state-licensed homebrewing coop with nearly 200 local members. Like many in Amarillo, he has become passionate in recent years about local, handcrafted brews. Unlike most, though, he discovered this passion in a church small group.

“Drinking beer was a foreign concept to me,” says Morgan, who attended a Southern Baptist church during his childhood. “I grew up at church thinking it was wrong.” After high school, he left Amarillo for Hardin-Simmons University, a Baptist college in Abilene that does not permit alcohol on campus.

Back in Amarillo after graduation, Morgan got involved in a small group at another local church.

There he met friends who, he says, “were beyond me in their beer maturity.” These fellow churchgoers would bring specialty craft beers to the group’s meetings.

“We’d split one or two beers among the six of us,” he says. “Through that, I realized beer had a lot more potential beyond Coors Light.”

He also says that as he matured spiritually, he began to realize that some of the things he’d grown up thinking were extremely important to God – for instance, abstention from alcohol – were, in Morgan’s words, “kind of irrelevant” in the larger scheme of what it meant to live as a believer.

That’s how Morgan, a still-devout Christian, ended up planning beer socials and raising funds to open a consumer-owned brewery. He thinks many young believers in Amarillo are following a similar path.

“There’s starting to be more of an appreciation for things that are local and handmade, with a focus on quality,” he says. More appreciation, perhaps, and much less judgment.

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hen Josh Fuller, Brian Singleton, and Curtis McGill opened Public House in 2014 at the corner of 34th and Coulter, they gave Dustin Anderson free reign to create a bar to his liking.

With “Comfort, Corks, Cocktails, Craft” appearing prominently on its signage, the team intended it to be a place where the upscale dining experience was matched by an upscale drinking experience.

Anderson embraced the challenge.

“I’m a big fan of whiskey and bourbon and scotch, so I tried to stock as much as possible, anything I could get my hands on,” he says. “Right now, I think we have the biggest whiskey selection in Amarillo.” Boasting more than 70 bottles, the Public House collection includes all the standards – high-end bourbons, singlemalt scotches – as well as some truly standout drinks. “I don’t have much left, but I have a bottle of Michter’s 20-Year. It runs around $700 and they only sold seven bottles to Texas,” he says of the limited-edition bourbon, which cost patrons $90 a glass. “I’m pretty positive we’re the only place in town that had it on the shelf.”

Anderson also takes pride in offering a number of handcrafted classic cocktails. Beyond high-profile revivals like the Old Fashioned or Sazerac, Public House has been serving plenty of Aviators (a pre-Prohibition gin-based cocktail) and one of the bar’s best sellers, the salt-and-pepper martini. “I found it in a book of old classic cocktails,” he says. This spicy and refreshing martini is made from vodka, grapefruit juice, and bitters, served with a salted rim.

“Everything that goes around comes around – fashion, drinks, something old becomes new again,” Anderson explains. “Really old drinks are where cocktails are going right now.”

Chad Lardie has seen the same evolution. He opened Embers Steakhouse five years ago. Back then, the most frequently ordered cocktail was a margarita. “That’s just kind of Amarillo’s taste,” he says today, with a chuckle. The city’s favorite cocktail may still be the standard mixture of tequila, triple sec and lime juice – frozen or on the rocks – but those tastes are slowly changing.

Lardie changes his drink menu on a regular basis. Six months ago, he introduced a well-received Bloody Mary menu, which includes a jalapeño-flavored Mary and one with a base of barbecue sauce. Both have proven popular during weekend brunch, as is the Grapefruit Delight, a refreshing beer cocktail combining grapefruit ale with grapefruit vodka. “These days people are more willing to try new foods,” he says. “The same goes for cocktails.”

Embers Steak House Want a truly distinctive craft cocktail? Look no further than Chad Lardie’s adventurous Bloody Mary menu at Embers Steak House. Barbecue and bacon lovers will taste both of those flavors in the savory Texas Bloody Mary, and the “Bloody Bull” features a base of brothy au jus paired with Bloody Mary mix. Then there’s the spicy Samurai. “It has kind of an Asian influence,” Lardie says. “We use Sriracha vodka with soy sauce and Sriracha sauce and a fortune cookie as a garnish.”

Taste Dessert Bar One of the only true dessert bars in Amarillo, Taste is an afterdinner lounge owned by Sean and McKay Anderson. The desserts are indulgent but don’t miss Sean’s handcrafted cocktails – many of which are paired to match the daily dessert menu. We’re fans of his Whiskey Sour, which drops an egg white into Bulleit Bourbon for a wonderfully silky concoction. Prefer something on the sweeter side? Try the decadent Chocolatini, made with Bailey’s, chocolate vodka, and Godiva Chocolate Liqueur. You may never return to regular martinis again.

Macaroni Joe’s In addition to its award-winning wine list, Macaroni Joe’s serves barrel-aged cocktails. While most bars combine cocktail ingredients on the spot – to be shaken or stirred, then served – barrel-aged cocktails are pre-mixed, then aged in small oak barrels for several weeks. Hazel says the aging softens and mellows out the flavors a bit. “You get that oakiness from the barrel, and they come out a little sweeter,” he explains.

“Like our wine list, it’s something you’re more likely to see in big cities. We’re trying to bring it here.” Try the barrel-aged Manhattan or the classic cognac-based Vieux Carré, a sweet, smooth New Orleans specialty.

OHMS Café & Bar Located downtown across Tyler Street from Chase Tower, OHMS Café & Bar has been a standout destination since owner Mary Fuller and her family bought it in 1992. Its weekday Happy Hour (4-7 p.m., with dollar-off cocktails) draws a diverse selection of businesspeople, many of whom become regulars thanks to the cozy bar’s custom cocktails. Manager Leslie Fuller-Meier says the Billy Goat – a Moscow mule made with pineappleinfused vodka – is a local favorite. For something with a kick, try the spicy margarita and its base of jalapeño- and cilantro-infused tequila.

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Public House “I didn’t intend this to be a whiskey bar,” says bar manager Dustin Anderson. “It just got away from me and I kept ordering more and more and more. I like the way it filled up the bar.” Aside from gaining attention for his classic cocktails, Anderson’s whiskey obsession has put Public House on the map for local aficionados – and arrived at the perfect time. Today’s whiskeys taste better, are more refined, and more complex than ever before, he says. If you’re new to whiskey as a standalone drink, ask him for suggestions. Start with a classic American bourbon or a highland single malt Scotch.

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eer doesn’t just taste great in a frosty mug or an ice-cold bottle. It can be just as flavorful in a soup cooked over a stovetop, or as an ingredient in the main course itself. “Beer can make a very simple recipe taste a lot more complex,” says Chad Lardie, owner of Embers Steak House.

He says the cooking process gets rid of the alcohol taste and some of the beverage’s bitterness, while still retaining the sweetness of the malt used in the brewing process. “It just leaves behind beautiful flavoring. It adds a whole new layer of flavor to something you eat every day.” Lardie shared with us three of his favorite beer-centered recipes.

Photos by Shannon Richardson Recipes courtesy of Chad Lardie, Embers Steak house

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Jalapeño Beer Cheese Spread 1 bottle beer ½ tablespoon chopped garlic 1 teaspoon black pepper 2 fresh jalapeños, diced small 16 ounces shredded cheese (mix and match) 8 ounces room temperature cream cheese In food processor combine garlic, pepper, shredded cheese and beer; process until smooth. Empty contents into mixing bowl; add cream cheese and jalapeños (this can also be done with a mixer). Refrigerate cheese spread for 24 hours. Serve with crackers, vegetables, or pita chips. This recipe is a great way to use up leftover cheese.

You can combine almost anything. It is best to serve 24 hours after making it to let the flavors come together.

Makes 8 to 10 servings

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Beer Cheese Soup ½ cup melted butter 1 cup flour 4 cups hot chicken broth 1 ½ cups heavy cream 1 (16-ounce) jar Cheese Whiz 1 teaspoon Worchester sauce 6 ounces beer ¼ cup chives In heavy saucepan, stir together butter and flour until smooth. Cook over low heat, stirring constantly. Add chicken broth, cream, and Cheese Whiz; whisk until well blended. Add remaining ingredients and simmer for 15 minutes. This soup can be modified by adding sautéed mushrooms, bacon, jalapeños, onions, beef, or chicken at the end of the cooking process.

Makes 6 servings

Beer-Boiled Bratwurst 1 package bratwurst Equal number of buns 2 cans beer 2 cloves garlic, chopped 1 white onion, chopped 1 cup whole grain Dijon mustard 1 cup regular Dijon mustard 3 ounces dark beer ¼ cup sour cream ½ cup brown sugar Add beer, onion and garlic to saucepan, and simmer with bratwurst for 20 minutes on medium-high heat. When cooked through, set aside. (For more flavor, cook on the grill for a few minutes to get a little char.) To make beer mustard, combine mustards, dark beer, and sour cream in mixing bowl. Stir to combine. For beer onions, add remaining dark beer to saucepan with cooked onions. Add brown sugar and cook moisture down until onions are caramelized. To serve, add one bratwurst to each bun and top with beer mustard and beer onions.

Makes 6 servings

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Chocolate Cherry Dessert Topping 1 bottle milk stout 2 (12-ounce) bags dark chocolate chips 1 (12-ounce) bag milk chocolate chips 1 (14.5-ounce) can tart cherries, drained 1 (14.5-ounce) can sweet cherries, drained Add all of chocolate chips and beer to microwaveable bowl (or melt in a crockpot). Microwave for 1 minute; stir. Cook in one-minute intervals until all chocolate is melted. Add cherries and mix well. This topping is wonderful on ice cream, cake or cheesecake. The beer brings out the flavor of the chocolate and adds another layer of complexity.

Makes 8 to 10 servings

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Chad Lardie of Embers Steak House

fter graduating from Texas Tech’s Hotel, Restaurant and Institutional Management program, Chad Lardie worked for more than a decade managing Johnny Carino’s restaurants.

When local favorite David’s Steakhouse closed its doors in 2010 – opening up a well-known location in the Wolflin area – Lardie jumped at the opportunity to create a restaurant of his own.

He introduced Embers Steak House in early 2011, and delicious steaks, seafood, and burgers have been sizzling on its charcoal and hickory-wood grill ever since.

“We’ve created a really great base of regular customers and are always bringing new customers in,” he says. “Because it

started as a known location, some people may have confused us with David’s at the beginning. They saw we were doing something a little bit different, but familiar enough that they really enjoyed it.”

Lardie says a focus on high-quality and unique cuts of meat is what sets Embers apart. He describes his restaurant as more closely aligned with a New York or Chicagostyle steakhouse than a traditional Southern one, which might serve chicken-fried steak or ribs alongside ribeyes. “All of our steaks are hand-cut, and we offer a variety of steaks that people may not always see,” he says. These include bone-in buffalo filet and buffalo ribeye steaks, as well as bone-in beef filets and ribeyes.

Lardie believes Amarillo is ripe for a more creative approach to steak and seafood. “People nowadays have a much more adventurous palate,” he says, praising the popularity of The Food Network for enhancing local taste buds. “We’re continuously changing the menu and offering some fun stuff.”

The three cooking-with-beer recipes in this issue reflect that adventurous spirit – especially the bratwurst boiled in beer, with caramelized beer onion and beer mustard.

“When you boil bratwurst in beer, it absorbs a lot of the beer flavor and keeps it a lot more moist,” he says. “You can always boil it in water. But the beer imparts a lot more flavor.”

He says the beer cheese dip is easy and delicious. “That’s a fun recipe,” says Lardie. “Take whatever leftover cheeses you have. Add a little garlic, the beer of your choice, a few jalapeños, and put it in a food processor.” He calls this a “beer spread” and says it’s amazing on bread or with vegetables.

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ou went a little too crazy last night. This morning, your head is throbbing, your mouth is dry, and now you’re paying for that last round of drinks. What next? Almost every culture has a food-based hangover remedy, from menudo in Mexico to pho in Vietnam. The locally beloved Yellow City Street Food employs flavors from a variety of cultures, so naturally we wondered what chef Scott Buchanan would suggest.

When it comes to hangover food, Buchanan says some people wake up and just want to get something in their stomach. But he’s not interested in that approach. “It’s definitely quality over quantity,” he says. “I want something that’s going to wow me. I want something that’s going to taste good.” To meet that desire, he came up with three dishes he describes as “brunchy with a little bit of decadence.”

So the next time you party a little too hard, consider counteracting those hangover symptoms with Yellow City’s indulgent espresso-stuffed French toast, glazed-donut Monte Cristo, or Asianstyle chicken and waffles.

Photos by Shannon Richardson Recipes courtesy of Scott Buchanan, Yellow City Street Food

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Chicken and Waffles For waffles: 1 cup all-purpose flour 1 teaspoon sugar 1 teaspoon baking powder ½ teaspoon kosher salt ¼ teaspoon paprika ¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted and cooled 2 large eggs 1 cup buttermilk For drizzle: ¼ cup water 3 tablespoons lemon juice 2 tablespoons maple syrup 2 tablespoons fish sauce 1 tablespoon soy sauce 2 Thai peppers or habanero peppers, thinly sliced For marinade: 2 cups Greek yogurt ½ gallon buttermilk 3 cloves garlic, minced ¼ cup rice wine vinegar ¼ cup Thai chili sauce (Sriracha) 1 tablespoon orange peel (or use dehydrated) 2 tablespoons Italian seasoning 1 teaspoon paprika For breading: ½ cup flour 2 teaspoons kosher salt 1 teaspoon ground black pepper 1 teaspoon crushed red pepper 1 teaspoon onion powder 1 teaspoon paprika For breading station: 2 cups panko bread crumbs 2 cups flour 3 eggs, lightly beaten 2 pounds boneless chicken thighs and breasts (can also use drumsticks or wings, if desired) About 4 cups peanut oil

Mix marinade ingredients together thoroughly; let chicken marinate for 12 to 24 hours. For breading station, in separate bowls place flour, eggs, combined spices and flour, and panko crumbs. Dredge each piece of chicken in flour; lightly cover completely. Then in beaten eggs; lightly cover completely. Then in flour/spices. Lastly, in panko; cover completely. Let sit on plate for 15 minutes. Combine drizzle ingredients in small bowl. Cover and refrigerate until ready to use. Place coated chicken in cast-iron pan with peanut oil heated to 350 degrees. Cook pieces 2 or 3 at a time for 8 to 10 minutes, turning every minute or so, depending on thickness. Chicken is cooked when internal temperature reaches at least 165 degrees.

Using tongs, transfer to paper towels to drain. Heat waffle maker and lightly coat cooking surface with non-stick spray. In medium bowl, whisk together dry waffle ingredients. In small bowl, whisk together wet ingredients. Pour wet ingredients into dry in batches, whisking constantly. Pour batter onto waffle maker, covering about half the cooking surface. Close lid; cook about 3 to 4 minutes. When you smell the aroma, it’s usually finished cooking. Place on plate and serve topped with piece of fried chicken, then drizzle syrup over top.

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Glazed Donut Monte Cristo

1 glazed doughnut ½ pound sun-dried tomato turkey, sliced thick 2 slices Gruyère cheese (or Muenster) 2 slices pecan wood smoked bacon 2 tablespoons unsalted butter Drizzle Thai chili sauce (Sriracha) Drizzle balsamic vinegar For berry sauce: 1 cup organic fresh blackberries 1 cup organic blueberries ½ cup organic cane sugar ¼ cup water 2 Serrano chiles, finely diced

Combine sauce ingredients in small saucepan; cook over low heat, reducing mixture until sauce has thickened. Taste and stir in more sugar, if desired.

Add sauce to bowl with fresh berries; incorporate, then chill in refrigerator for about an hour. Heat griddle or skillet on medium heat. Cut doughnut in half. Melt butter on griddle, place cut side down and cook until toasted. Cook bacon to preference. Heat turkey on griddle; flip to evenly heat both sides. Place cooked bacon on top of turkey (still on griddle), then place cheese as top layer. Heat until cheese melts.

Place doughnut cut side down on plate. Top glazed side of doughnut with meat and cheese. Close to make sandwich. Cut in half; sprinkle with powdered sugar. Dip in berry sauce.

Makes 1 serving

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Brioche Stuffed French Toast with Whiskied Berries

1 loaf brioche bread For egg mixture: 5 eggs 1 tablespoon vanilla 1 teaspoon cinnamon 1 ½ teaspoons espresso balsamic vinegar ½ cup organic cane sugar For cream cheese filling: 1 pound cream cheese 1 shot espresso, chilled 1 ½ teaspoons blackberry ginger balsamic vinegar ¼ cup organic cane sugar For berry filling: ½ cup organic cane sugar Organic blackberries and blueberries (1 small container each), washed 1/8 cup sugar Pinch of salt 2 ½ ounces whiskey 2 tablespoons unsalted butter 1 tablespoon powdered sugar Maple syrup (preferably without high fructose corn syrup)

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Prepare egg mixture for bread the night before (amount will vary according to servings prepared). Stir together all ingredients in bowl. Set in refrigerator to coagulate overnight. For cream cheese filling, combine all ingredients in bowl of stand mixer. Using paddle attachment, blend on low speed until mixture is homogeneous. For berry filling, place all berries in bowl; add sugar and salt. Toss and lightly crush berries so juices will interact with sugar. Let sit for 10 minutes while preparing whiskey syrup mixture.

Combine ½ cup cane sugar in bowl with water until it has wet sand consistency. Put mixture in medium non-stick pan over low heat, tilting pan back and forth occasionally until mixture is amber color. Do not stir. Slowly add whiskey. If it doesn’t flame up right away, gently tilt pan to flambé and cook off alcohol. Blow out flame after a few seconds. Continue to cook on low heat and reduce by one-fourth until syrupy. Add whiskey syrup to bowl of berries; incorporate, then chill in refrigerator for about an hour. Heat griddle or skillet on medium heat. Cut brioche into thick slices. Soak each piece in egg mixture, covering both sides evenly. Melt butter on griddle, then lay coated bread on griddle. Cook until toast is golden brown, about 3 minutes per side. Place on plate, scoop desired amount of filling and berries on one slice. Close bread together to make sandwich. Cut in half, sprinkle powdered sugar on top, cover with more berries. Dip in syrup of your choice.

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Scott Buchanan of Yellow City Street Food

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cott Buchanan isn’t a formally trained chef, but you wouldn’t know it unless he tells you. He’s an encyclopedia of kitchen knowledge, peppering his conversations with French cooking terminology and references to culinary techniques like the judge of a TV cooking competition. His educational secret? He’s worked everywhere. “I started as a line cook at Harrigan’s back in the day,” he says. That was in Amarillo around 1997, before Harrigan’s shuttered in 2003.

He followed that up with several years in Austin, where he “bounced around some kitchens,” including a stint at the swanky Sullivan’s Steakhouse. He returned to Amarillo in 2007 to manage the kitchen at Basil Doc’s (eventually renamed 575 Pizzeria), rewrite the

menu as the chef at Crush Wine Bar & Deli, and then serve as chef at Amarillo’s notorious Sava! “before it imploded,” he says with a laugh.

“I didn’t really know where I was going,” Scott says. “But I decided I didn’t want to work for anyone anymore.”

He and his then-fiancé Rin Roberts – the two married in April 2015 – considered the idea of launching a food truck.

Scott had grown to appreciate that culture in Austin, but Amarillo’s rigid food-truck regulations “took the fun out of it,” he says. They came up with the idea of selling street-style food out of a fixed location, and located space in a small hut at 10th Avenue and Madison Street via Craigslist.

Yellow City Street Food opened in April 2013.

“We thought it would be just our friends

coming to eat at first,” he remembers. “But the response has been overwhelming.” Scott changes the menu almost daily depending on whatever has captured his interest, from Vietnamese banh mi sandwiches to pork belly risotto and vegetarian kale tacos. Rin communicates the daily specials and menu over social media, and they often sell out.

“We serve a broad spectrum, but there are some super-passionate people who follow us on Facebook or Instagram. If we’re catering something, they’ll come to the event just to eat our food.”

At least one of the dishes suggested in this issue is already a favorite at YCSF – the Asianstyle chicken and waffles. Like everything Scott and Rin serve up, it relies on a variety of bold flavors. “I think one of the things that makes us successful is that we try to think of eating as an experience,” he says. “We want to attack all the senses that we can.” He teases that Yellow City may be attacking senses from more than just its current location in the future. “We’re talking about expansion.

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Arts & Entertainment Nov. 3 Amarillo Youth Choirs Fall Concert 7:30 p.m. Paramount Baptist Church 3801 S. Western St., 372.1100

Nov. 5-7 Amarillo Little Theatre presents “The Mercy Seat” 8 p.m. ALT Adventure Space 2751 Civic Circle, 355.9991

Nov. 6 First Friday Art Walk 5-9 p.m. The Galleries at Sunset 3701 Plains Blvd., 353.5700 “Revelry in Color” Opening Reception 6-9 p.m. Cerulean Gallery 2762 Duniven Circle, 231.0615 Robert Randolph and The Family Band with Special Guest Lee Scheetz and Borderline 7:30-10 p.m. GlobeNews Center for the Performing Arts 500 S. Buchanan St., 378.3096

Nov. 8 Amarillo Little Theatre presents “The Mercy Seat” 2:30 p.m. ALT Adventure Space 2751 Civic Circle, 355.9991

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Newsboys with Hawk Nelson and Ryan Stevenson 7 p.m. The Church at Quail Creek 801 Tascosa Road, 358.7681

National Philanthropy Day Luncheon 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. NPD is a national event that is celebrated in hundreds of communities throughout the nation to recognize and honor the significant contributions that philanthropy has made to our lives, communities, nation, and world. Amarillo Civic Center Complex Heritage Ballroom 401 S. Buchanan St., 378.3096

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Civic Amarillo Broadway Spotlight Series presents “Mamma Mia!” 7:30 p.m.

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Amarillo Symphony presents “Tchaikovsky’s Fourth” 7:30 p.m. GlobeNews Center for the Performing Arts 500 S. Buchanan St., 378.3096

Nov. 22 Chamber Orchestra (with Suzuki ensembles and orchestras) 3 p.m.

Amarillo College 2201 S. Washington St., 371.5340

Nov. 24 Jazz Band “Swingin’ in the Holidays” 7:30 p.m. Mary Moody Northen Recital Hall, WTAMU Campus, Canyon, 651.2842

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WTAMU Dance presents “Falling Into Dance” 7:30 p.m. Happy State Bank Studio Theatre 2403 Russell Long Blvd., Canyon, 651.2799

Beans & Cornbread Luncheon 11:30 a.m.-2 p.m. Kick-off for the Interfaith Campaign for the Homeless (ICH).

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WTAMU Art Gallery Reception 6-8 p.m.

Featuring work by Duangdao Tulaphitak, MFA. Mary Moody Northen Hall Art Gallery, 2403 Russell Long Blvd., Canyon, 651.2792

Books to Broadway Gala 6-10 p.m. Join Friends of the Amarillo Public Library for a musical review of songs from Broadway musicals based on books. The evening will include entertainment, a silent auction, and a coffee and dessert bar. All proceeds will benefit Friends of the Amarillo Public Library for support of education programs at the Amarillo Public Library. Amarillo Civic Center Complex Heritage Room 401 S. Buchanan St., 378.3096

Nov. 12-14 Amarillo Little Theatre presents “The Mercy Seat” 8 p.m. ALT Adventure Space 2751 Civic Circle, 355.9991

Nov. 13 Harrington String Quartet 7:30 p.m. Mary Moody Northen Recital Hall, WTAMU Campus, Canyon, 651.2842

Nov. 14 Amarillo Master Chorale presents “Nordic Inspirations” 8 p.m. St. Andrew’s Episcopal Church 1601 S. Georgia St., 371.5344

Nov. 15 Amarillo Little Theatre presents “The Mercy Seat” 2:30 p.m. ALT Adventure Space 2751 Civic Circle, 355.9991

Nov. 17 Newsboys with Hawk Nelson and Ryan Stevenson 7 p.m. The Church at Quail Creek 801 Tascosa Road, 358.7681

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Nov. 5 Wine Down and Dessert Wars 6-10 p.m.

Evening will include wine and dessert tasting and live music. Patrons can sample wines from select wineries across the Texas Panhandle and taste desserts from Amarillo bakeries. Amarillo Civic Center Complex Heritage Room 401 S. Buchanan St., 378.3096

One Walk/Walk to Cure Diabetes 9 a.m. Join JDRF for its annual walk to raise awareness and support for Type 1 Diabetes. WTAMU 2501 Fourth Ave., Canyon, 356.6042 Christmas Roundup 10 a.m.-6 p.m.

Holiday gift market will benefit the Amarillo Museum of Art Alliance. Amarillo Civic Center Complex South Exhibit Hall 401 S. Buchanan St., 378.3096 NAACP Freedom Fund Banquet 7-10:30 p.m. Amarillo Civic Center Complex Grand Plaza 401 S. Buchanan St., 378.3096

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Nov. 5 Old Dominion 8 p.m. Midnight Rodeo 4400 S. Georgia St., 358.7083

Nov. 6 AFK 8-11 p.m. Joe Daddy’s 2108 Paramount Blvd., 463.7900 Mike Ryan Band 8 p.m. Midnight Rodeo 4400 S. Georgia St., 358.7083 May the Peace of the Sea Be With You with Justin Payne 9 p.m. Leftwoods 2511 SW Sixth Ave., 367.9840

Nov. 7 Lee Scheetz & Borderline 8 p.m. Whiskey River 4001 SW 51st Ave., 367.6163 Band of Lovers 8:30 p.m. The 806 2812 SW Sixth Ave., 322.1806 Dan Lesperance 9 p.m. Broken Spoke Lounge 3101 SW Sixth Ave., 373.9149

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Nov. 21 Nutcracker Ball 6-11 p.m. Amarillo Civic Center Complex 401 S. Buchanan St., 378.3096

Nov. 24 Community Prayer Breakfast 6 a.m.

Speaker will be Judge Ken Starr, a distinguished academician, lawyer, public servant and sixth-generation Texan, who serves as the chief executive officer of Baylor University, holding the titles of President and Chancellor. Amarillo Civic Center Complex North Exhibit Hall 401 S. Buchanan St., 378.3096

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Nov. 13 Shotgun Rider 8-11 p.m. Joe Daddy’s 2108 Paramount Blvd., 463.7900 Dalton Domino and The Front Porch Family Band 10 p.m. The Golden Light Cantina 2906 SW Sixth Ave., 374.0097 Prophets and Outlaws 10 p.m. Hoots Pub 2424 Hobbs Road, 356.7548 Zane Williams 10:30 p.m. Midnight Rodeo 4400 S. Georgia St., 358.7083

Nov. 14 Aaron Watson 8 p.m. Midnight Rodeo 4400 S. Georgia St., 358.7083 Cody Riley Band 8 p.m. Whiskey River 4001 SW 51st Ave., 367.6163 Dan Lesperance 8 p.m. I Don’t Know Sports Bar and Grill 1301 SW Sixth Ave., 331.7985 Jared Deck 9 p.m. Broken Spoke Lounge 3101 SW Sixth Ave., 373.9149 The Flying Elbows 10 p.m. The Golden Light Cantina 2906 SW Sixth Ave., 374.0097 Midnight River Choir with Jimmy Lee 10 p.m. Hoots Pub 2424 Hobbs Road, 356.7548

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Special Events Nov. 3 Harrington House Holiday Exhibit 10 a.m.-12 p.m., Tuesdays and Thursdays through Dec. 17. Harrington House 1600 S. Polk St., 374.5490

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Nov. 24 Buff Basketball vs. University of Science and Arts 6 p.m. First United Bank Center, Canyon, 651.4400

Nov. 27 Buff Basketball vs. Nova Southeastern 5 p.m. First United Bank Center, Canyon, 651.4400

Nov. 28 Panhandle National Wrestling 9-10 a.m.

Amarillo Civic Center Complex Coliseum 401 S. Buchanan St., 378.3096 Lady Buff Basketball vs. Texas A&M International 5 p.m. First United Bank Center, Canyon, 651.4400 Buff Basketball vs. Emporia State 5 p.m. First United Bank Center, Canyon, 651.4400

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Nov. 21 Junk Hippy Roadshow 9 a.m.-6 p.m.

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The partnership is pleased to announce the addition of five new partners: Wes W. Wright, Hollye H. Hawkins, Tyler Topper, Mindi McLain and Matt Sherwood

Burdett Morgan Williamson & Boykin, L.L.P.

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hen talking to the attorneys at Burdett Morgan Williamson

& Boykin, it’s easy to pick up on several of the firm’s top priorities, among them, integrity, value, strong ethics, and the perspective that each client is a friend. Adhering to its faith-based mission, each attorney strives to offer exceptional legal counsel with a servant’s heart.

“We view our work through the lens of our mission statement. In doing that, we’re always pursing the best possible outcome and adding value to our clients. The broader focus is to be client-focused,” says Wes Wright, who specializes in real estate, business, banking, lending and collections, business formation and operation, and oil and gas.

“We come alongside our clients to serve and help accomplish their goals.” With a roster of virtue-led attorneys, Burdett Morgan Williamson & Boykin has a legacy of comradery and unity both internally and externally.

“We’ve got a culture unique in the legal industry. We take care of each other and maintain a good balance between work and our family lives. Externally we focus on our clients’ needs and provide that in a

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Christian manner,” says attorney Tyler Topper, who practices imminent domain, administrative law, commercial and residential real estate, and energy law.

This base of respect, communication and balance is passed throughout the firm and extended to each client.

“Our older partners have a lot of knowledge they graciously share with younger partners and associates,” says Jared Knight, who primarily serves through collections and creditor rights in bankruptcy and condemnation. “The message I’ve been taught is to look at our clients as our friends and provide excellent legal services to take care of our friends. Because of the foundation we’ve built and the type of people we have in the law firm, it’s expected that you’re going to practice using the highest ethics.”

Burdett Morgan Williamson & Boykin, L.L.P. 3423 Soncy Road, Suite 300 701 S. Taylor St., Suite 440 | 806.358.8116 BMWB-Law.com

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Cristal Robinson, James Clark Law Firm

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ith a strong background in the financial services and real estate sectors, Texas attorney Cristal Robinson recognizes the crucial role technology plays in the 21st Century, and uses it to communicate with, educate, and empower her clients. Through this unique and personal approach, Robinson provides exceptional legal services.

Day, night, weekday or weekend, Robinson is available to her clients via email, text message or Facebook. Through a secure portal on her website, 806law.com, clients have access to anything in their file, excluding DA files, along with secure communication with their legal team.

“Clients understandably want, need and should be informed about their case. While we file, do paperwork, and negotiate on the backend, the client needs to know what’s going on. Not only do I encourage communication between my clients and myself, I provide quick and secure channels of doing so,” she says. “The legal process can be very emotional – sometimes you just need to get in touch with your attorney to know there’s someone on your side.”

The client shapes her mission of applying her extensive education, business, legal and civic background to remain committed, diligent, and responsive to collaboration, mediation, or litigation needs.

In addition to Robinson’s Juris Doctorate, Robinson has an MBA with an emphasis in accounting, and a finance degree.

She is a member of the State College Bar for Education and is recognized for her many years providing pro bono work.

Robinson is a member of the Panhandle Criminal Defense Law Association, the Panhandle Family Law Association, the Amarillo Area Women’s Bar Association, and many other local, state and national legal associations. She is active in several professional and community organizations, including Amarillo Women’s Network.

Cristal Robinson, James Clark Law Firm 1800 S. Washington St., Suite 105 | 806.350.5297 806law.com

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Sprouse Shrader Smith PLLC

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ver the course of its 25-year history, Sprouse Shrader Smith PLLC has remained steadfast to its founding mission: to provide high-quality, legal services to each of its valued clients. What started as a four-man firm is now a powerhouse of more than 45 credible attorneys in four cities, offering a range of legal services with heavy emphasis on transactions, title-work of ownership of oil and gas, and litigation.

Throughout its exponential growth and even the establishment of an international presence, Sprouse Shrader Smith remains true to its commitment to provide high-quality ethical legal services for each client.

At Sprouse Shrader Smith, providing this caliber of exceptional client services begins with individual members of the firm, who provide mentorship, leadership and guidance to incoming attorneys.

Working alongside the experienced team at Sprouse Shrader Smith, associate Tim Williams learned first-hand how to provide a high standard of personalized legal services.

After joining the firm in 2009, Williams quickly began building his civil and commercial litigation on both state and federal levels. He assists clients with commercial litigation involving a broad range of topics, including contracts, commercial disputes, fraud claims, construction claims, employment matters, oil and gas litigation, water law and probate, and also maintains an appellate practice.

Williams’ sharp focus and hard work were recently recognized when he received the Outstanding Young Lawyer Award of Texas. He is now up for the National Outstanding Young Lawyer Award.

Williams and his achievements are a solid reflection of the vision, integrity and success Sprouse Shrader Smith embodies as a reputable firm with long-standing clients and strong word-of-mouth referrals.

From agriculture and securities through taxes, bankruptcy and probate, and a variety of other areas, the attorneys at Sprouse Shrader Smith proudly serve the Amarillo, Austin, Victoria and Tulsa areas with personalized and experienced representation.

Sprouse Shrader Smith PLLC 701 S. Taylor St., Suite 500 | 806.468.3300 sprouselaw.com

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LAW YER PR O F IL E S 2 0 1 5

Dusty Stockard, Daren Brown, Kenneth Netarclus and Jarrett Johnson

Stockard, Johnston & Brown, P.C.

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f you find yourself in need of legal services, there’s a good chance you’ll find what you’re looking for at Stockard, Johnston & Brown, a full-service law firm with offices in Amarillo, Borger and Pampa.

Since 2012, SJ&B has proudly served all of the Texas Panhandle, Oklahoma and New Mexico, earning its reputation as a reliable and highly experienced legal team specializing in oil and gas, real estate, personal injury, criminal law, family estate planning, business and civil trial, trademark and copyright law, federal criminal, immigration law, and mediation.

Combining individual skills and extensive expertise in their respective area, each attorney at SJ&B aims to provide every client the highest level of legal guidance and representation. Whether you’re seeking services as an individual or part of a Fortune 500 company, the attorneys at SJ&B will treat your case with unwavering commitment, credibility and integrity.

SJ&B has nearly doubled in size since 2012, adding carefully selected attorneys to its ranks. Each lawyer fulfills a valuable component that enables the firm to uphold its leading reputation. One of the most

recent additions is Tad Fowler, a civil trial law and personal injury attorney whose reputation in mediation services precedes him.

“Tad is extremely helpful in alternative dispute resolution. He brings to the table an excellent track record and good understanding of what cases are worth, and what issues are out there to effectively mediate, so that the parties feel good about the settlements they’ve reached,” says SJ&B attorney Dusty Stockard, who specializes in oil and gas and condemnation.

“Our primary goal is to retain the clients that we have by providing exceptional legal services in the areas of law that we practice. To that end, we continue to expand the size of our firm to accommodate our growing clientele and ensure client satisfaction.”

Stockard, Johnston & Brown, P.C. 1800 S. Washington St., Suite 115 806.372.2202 sjblawfirm.com

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Brian Heinrich, David Russell, Joe Hayes, John Smithee and Robert Templeton

Templeton Smithee Hayes Heinrich & Russell L.L.P.

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hen you think of a law firm, do words like flexible, reliable, trustworthy, devoted and personal come to mind? At Templeton Smithee Hayes Heinrich & Russell, there is no separation between these virtues and the firm’s team of experienced Texas lawyers.

Templeton Smithee Hayes Heinrich & Russell represents both plaintiffs and defendants in commercial litigation, civil trial law, personal injury trial law and civil appellate law. Building on a rich history, the firm specializes in oil and gas, contract, business tort, insurance, real property, probate, trust and bankruptcy disputes, vehicular and industrial accidents, medical malpractice and mass torts.

The partners in the firm have dedicated their lives and careers to Amarillo, handling trials and arbitrations in federal and state courts in the Texas Panhandle, as well as throughout the state.

While Templeton Smithee Hayes Heinrich & Russell has earned a reputation as highly experienced and aggressive litigators, the firm knows clients are looking for more than “word on the street.” Each attorney is committed to the best possible outcome for every client, offering free consultation, flexible fee arrangements, secure and trusted

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communication, and a personalized approach to each case.

“We believe that the practice of law is primarily a service to society to promote the efficient and orderly resolution of disputes,” says attorney David Russell. “We are committed to standing with our clients through the process, whether it involves mediation, arbitration, jury trial or appeal.”

Templeton Smithee Hayes Heinrich & Russell represents both individuals and big companies, applying vast knowledge of the evolving legal landscape to provide the highest level of representation and guidance.

Many of the firm’s lawyers are certified by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization, all have been named as Super Lawyers by Texas Monthly, and each has achieved the highest peer rating from Martindale-Hubbell (AV Preeminent)®.

Templeton Smithee Hayes Heinrich & Russell, L.L.P. 320 S. Polk St., Suite 1000-LB 5 806.324.0324 templetonsmithee.com

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ucked away in a strip mall on Canyon’s main street sits a delicious hidden gem.

Helios serves authentic Greek food from its small store front.

With a 95 percent glutenfree menu, there’s something for everyone. Savor Gyro or Moussaka, and finish your meal with sweet Baklava topped with sauces like peach, caramel or brandy.

1205 23rd St., 452.8002, heliosgreekgrill.com Open Monday through Saturday, 11 a.m.-2 p.m. and 5-9 p.m.

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The Let’s Eat! Guide is a reader service compiled by the Amarillo Magazine editorial staff. The magazine does not accept advertising or other compensation in exchange for a listing. The guide is updated regularly. To correct a listing or recommend a restaurant for consideration, contact Michele McAffrey at michele.mcaffrey@amarillo.com.

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575 Pizzeria Toppings runneth over at 575 Pizzeria, not to mention the specials that rotate every month. (Check the board when you walk in.) 575 is family-owned and family friendly, so it’s a great Friday night dinner choice. 2803 Civic Circle/7320 Hillside Road, 322.5575, 575pizzeria.com $$ C

Cattleman’s Cafe For a hearty meal to start the day, Cattleman’s is the place to go. Order the Cowboy Breakfast to curb those early morning hunger pangs. Customers keep going back for the enchiladas or traditional chicken-fried steak.

3801 Amarillo Blvd. East, 383.4818 $ c

Fire Slice Pizzeria You know you’re in for a good time at Fire Slice when you see the menu. Choose from pizza specialties, such as “Tommy Boy” and “Hot Momma,” or build your own. Each pizza is made fresh in a custom-built pizza oven. 7306 34th Ave., Space 10, 331.2232, fireslice.com $$ c T

Acapulco Mexican Restaurant & Bar When the weather’s nice, enjoy sitting on Polk Street while you sip a margarita and a traditional Mexican-style shrimp cocktail. 727 S. Polk St., 373.8889, acapulcomexicanrestaurant.net $$ c T

Coyote Bluff Café Don’t let the outside fool you. This is seriously good food. The full pound, green chile cheeseburger is Southwest divine (add jalapeños for extra zip). Cool off with an ice cold beer. 2417 S. Grand St., 373.4640, coyotebluffcafe.com $ C ^

B L Bistro The intimate, cozy atmosphere creates the ideal date place, not to mention the food is plated perfection. Note: You might want to leave the kids with a sitter.

2203 S. Austin St., 355.7838, blbistro.com $$$ c ☎ y

Cruisers Bar & Grill Offering Texas-style fare, Cruisers Bar & Grill satisfies hungry Route 66 patrons with stick-to-your ribs classics like ½-pound hamburgers, Frito pie, chicken-fried steak and chili cheese fries. 2813 SW Sixth Ave., 418.6850, cruisersamarillo.com $ C y T

Furrbie’s You’ll find old-fashioned grilled onion burgers and an array of sandwiches, salads, seafood and ice cream treats at Furrbie’s. Hot dog enthusiasts will love the famous Nathan’s Hot Dogs, the originals from Coney Island, New York made with 100 percent Kosher American Beef. Looking to cool off? Choose from fruity-flavored ice treats or ice cream.

210 SW Sixth Ave., 220.0841 $

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Benjamin’s Donuts & Bakery Family owned and operated, Benjamin’s serves pastries, breakfast sandwiches and burritos for breakfast, and a variety of lunch and dinner offerings, such as sandwiches, meatloaf, spare ribs, pulled pork and a salad bar.

7003 Bell St., 353.1100, letseat.at/ benjamindonutsbakery $ The Big Texan Steak Ranch Everyone knows about the 72-ouncer, but did you know the breakfast buffet is only $12? Yes, you read that right. Every morning from 7-11 a.m. you can pile your plate high with pancakes, sausage and skillet potatoes. Top it off with a trip to the Omelet Bar before leaving completely satisfied. 7701 I-40 East, 372.7000, bigtexan.com $$ c T ^ Buffalo Wild Wings Grill & Bar You can’t go wrong with Buffalo’s hot wings, especially on a Tuesday night. Keep busy with the interactive games and every televised sport under the sun. 5416 S. Coulter St., 359.4386 / 9511 I-40 East, 335.2200, buffalowildwings.com $$ c ^ The Burger Bar The Burger Bar offers a simple menu that includes shakes, floats and, of course, burgers and fries. You may be tempted to forgo the aforementioned and give the ripper, a deep-fried hot dog, a shot.

Have your fill of feel-good food for an early lunch or late dinner. 614 S. Polk St.,

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Crush Wine Bar & Deli Crush’s excellent tapas, sandwiches, entrées and desserts are a big enough draw. Add an extensive and impressive wine list, one of the few covered patios in town, and excellent service, and you’ve got one of the city’s premier hang-out spots. The Saturday morning brunch is hard to beat, too. 701 S. Polk St., 418.2011, crushdeli.com $$ C y ^ T Dyer’s Bar-B-Que If you’re a meat lover, Dyer’s is the place for you. The all-you-can-eat lunch special is hard to beat. On Fridays and Saturdays, eat your fill of premium smoked prime rib.

1619 S. Kentucky St., Suite E526, 358.7104, dyersbbq.com $$ c El Tejavan Authentic Mexican food is definitely on the menu at El Tejavan. We love the homemade guacamole served up thick with onions and cilantro. The ceviche makes for a great starter or a light meal. For authentic taste, try the soft corn tortilla chicken tacos. The recipes at El Tejavan have been passed down for generations, so everything’s good.

3801 I-40 East, 372.5250 / 3420 I-40 West, 354.2444, eltejavan.com $$ c T Embers Steak House Embers offers an array of cuisine from hamburgers and steaks to buffalo, lamb and seafood. We have our eye on the gourmet burger menu. You’ll savor your meal at lunch or dinner, seven days a week, and brunch on Saturdays and

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Gerb’s Wurst Bar For traditional German entrees with a Texas twist, head over to Gerb’s Wurst Bar. Open for dinner nightly, the bar/ eatery offers its German sausage in quarter-pound portions plated, in goulash, in a wrap, or on a bun. Enjoy a full bar and live music while you dine. 7145 Bell St., 398.9991 $ c T The Golden Light Café As the oldest operating restaurant in Amarillo, the GoldenLight has been in business since 1947, all in the same location. For a great burger and fries, this is the place to go. 2908 SW Sixth Ave., 374.9237, goldenlightcafe.com $ c T

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Hoffbrau Steaks Family-owned Hoffbrau has been serving Texas-style steaks and beer for three decades. We recommend one of the Gr8 Steaks or something from the Hill Country Favorites list upon your first visit. Guaranteed, you’ll go back again. 7203 I-40 West, 358.6595, hoffbrausteaks.com $$ c

your favorite sports on the flat screen TVs that line the dining room. On your first visit, try the I Don’t Know Club, a meltin-your-mouth hot sandwich piled high with turkey, ham and bacon – and that’s fresh-cooked meat; no cold sandwich slices here. 1301 SW Sixth Ave., 331.7985 $ Tyc^

Joe Daddy’s If you’re in need of some comforting, we suggest drowning your sorrows in Joe Daddy’s homestyle fare. The hot dog fries, ribs or homemade Nanner Puddin’ could be your new best friends.

For a weekend brunch, you just can’t turn down the chicken and waffles.

2108 Paramount Blvd., 353.1227, joedaddys.net y T c $$ Joe Taco Great atmosphere and a variety of Southwest favorites make Joe Taco a great place to sit and relax, especially while enjoying a signature margarita.

7312 Wallace Blvd., 331.8226, joetaco.net $$ c T y ^ Kabuki Romanza Japanese Steakhouse & Sushi Bar Who says you can’t enjoy fresh sushi aboard a boat in the heart of the Panhandle? Kabuki Romanza serves Teppan-style cooking and fresh-sliced sushi in a dining area that resembles a boat, surrounded by special effects that add to the tropical feel. 8130 I-40 West, 353.4242, kabukiromanza.com $$-$$$

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Lone Star Bar & Grill Visit Lone Star Bar & Grill for classic, American grill-style food including savory steaks, burgers, chicken sandwiches and more, all at an affordable price. You’ll also enjoy down-home, friendly service. Lone Star’s guarantee: no hot beer and no small steaks. 935 E. FM 1151, 622.9827 $$ C

Hummer’s Sports Café Hang out with friends and eat your fill of Hummer’s great appetizers. Start off with a platter of raw oysters and a bucket of beer. We highly recommend the steak. 2600 Paramount Blvd., Suite B2, 353.0723 $$ c y ^

LongHorn Steakhouse Stand-outs on LongHorn’s extensive menu include Grilled White Cheddar Stuffed Mushrooms, the hearty LongHorn Gourmet burger, a variety of steaks, and the lighter Spinach Feta Chicken. Choose a side with every meal, and finish your meal with the towering Mountain Top Cheesecake. 8200 I-40 West, 358.0640, longhornsteakhouse.com c $$

I Don’t Know Sports Bar and Grill This Sixth Street grill has a little bit of everything. Chicken-fried steak, catfish, burgers, steaks, sandwiches, wraps, breakfast – there’s a lot for hungry diners to choose from. Enjoy fresh, home-style meals, extra-friendly service and a casual, laid-back atmosphere while you watch

Los Braceros Mexican Grill For more than 11 years, Braceros has provided hungry patrons with delicious meals and great, traditional Mexican food. The Nachos con Carne appetizer and a Michelada are a must. If you have big eaters to feed, try the Parrillada.

3303 Bell St., 355.0889 / 2822 SW Sixth Ave.,

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Macaroni Joe’s Macaroni Joe’s isn’t just a place to eat a great meal. The Tuscan-inspired rooms are the perfect place for creating memories. Whether for a first date, the start of a new life together, or celebrating important milestones, the restaurant offers excellent service and an exquisite food and wine menu. It’s at the top of our list. 1619 S. Kentucky St., Suite D1500, 358.8990, macaronijoes.com $$-$$$ c

Pour House Featuring classic American fare, Pour House serves lunch and dinner daily.

Located inside the Wyndham Garden, the bar and grill offers more than 50 beers and dozens of whiskeys, and live music weekly. Stop by to wet your whistle while you feast on a tasty burger and fries. 3100 I-40 West, 358.6161, pourhouseamarillo.com $$ c T

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Moe Dogs Grill Memories of Route 66 come alive at Moe Dogs Grill. What once served as a gas station now serves hot dogs, burgers and other Americana classics. Decorated with memorabilia yet updated with flat screen TVs, Moe Dogs patrons have the opportunity to earn a free meal – that is if they can down eight jumbo hotdogs piled with chili, cheese and jalapeños within 30 minutes. And yes, there are fries with that. 3515 SW Sixth Ave., 220.2198 $ c y Napoli’s Fine Italian Restaurant Napoli’s has created an oasis in downtown Amarillo. Indulge yourself with the house-made bread while you browse the ample menu. We gently nudge you toward the Amarillo Special or a personalized New York-style pizza. 700 S. Taylor St., 220.2588, napolisofamarillo.com $$ c ☎ T y ^ OHMS Café & Bar Set in downtown Amarillo, OHMS serves lunch buffet-style and dinner in style.

The chef features specials each week that range from seafood and smoked duck to beef tenderloin. Excellent cuisine and service make this a delightful place to linger. 619 S. Tyler St., 373.3233, ohmscafe.com $$$ ☎ c Outlaws Supper Club Looking for a steak-lover’s paradise?

Drive over to Outlaws Supper Club and you’ll discover just that. With a casual environment, you’ll find some of the finest steaks in Texas. We recommend the prime rib with tasty calf-fries but get there early because it goes fast.

10816 SE Third Ave., 335.1032 $$ c Palio’s Pizza Café Palio’s has all your Italian food cravings covered. From generous subs and pasta dishes to fresh-made pizza, the café promises “real” food with madefrom-scratch dough, fresh produce and all-natural ingredients. There are even gluten-free options for celiac

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3333 S. Coulter St., Suite A, 398.7777, publichouseamarillo.com $$-$$$ c RibCrib BBQ & Grill RibCrib has your hankering for smoky barbecue covered. Choose from chicken, pork and beef on the Crib’s extensive menu, with a variety of sauces as well.

Visit early for Happy Hour and stay to enjoy the Pigman, a half-pound sandwich heaped with slow-smoked brisket, pulled pork and sausage, then covered in sauce, pickles, and onions. Quench your thirst with a glass of refreshing lemonade.

5050 S. Coulter St., 803.9360, ribcrib.com $$ c y Ruby Tequila’s Mexican Kitchen Ruby’s is Tex-Mex at its finest. Fajita burritos, crispy tacos, stuffed poblanos and savory meats off the grill are just a short list of what the Kitchen offers.

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4150 Paramount Blvd., 354.9110 $$ y C Shi Lee’s Barbecue & Soul Food Café You’ll find classic barbecue along with fried chicken wings, catfish, pork chops and a featured soul food meal of the day at Shi Lee’s. Meat lovers can feast on platters piled high with ribs, sausage and brisket with plenty of sides to fill up even the hungriest diner. 1213 SW Third Ave., 220.0032 $ Custom-built, in-ground gunite pools and spas

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Smokey Joe’s Texas Cafe A welcoming bar and grill located in the historic antique district on Route 66, Smokey Joe’s is one of Amarillo’s best-kept secrets. With an outdoor patio and live music on the weekends, this is the place to be. 2903 SW Sixth Ave., 331.6698 $$ c y T Taste Dessert Bar You’ll find big city vibes and small-town charm at Taste Dessert Bar. With its cozy, chic décor, small savory plates, handcrafted cocktails, full wine and beer list, and variety of homemade desserts, we guarantee you’ll want to linger at Taste. 1909 S. Georgia St., 398.2000, tastedessertbar.com $-$$ c T y Texas Firehouse Sports Bar & Grill More grill than bar, Texas Firehouse offers everything from a delicious, fried green bean appetizer to steaks, all in a familyfriendly, smoke-free environment. Watch all your favorite sporting events while you eat. 3333 S. Coulter St., Suite D1, 351.1800, txfirehouse.com Þ $-$$ Virdinski’s Rub Shack The folks at Virdinski’s clearly know their way around a kitchen. You’ll find impressive steaks, chicken-fried steaks, generous salads, sea food, catfish, outstanding burgers and owner Chris Virden’s award-winning hickory smoked barbecue with all the fixings.

The presentation – down-home comfort food meets gourmet styling – makes an impression as well. We recommend saving room for the homemade banana pudding. We’re big fans. 3701 Olsen Blvd., Suite B, 318.3382 $$ C Wild Bill’s Fillin’ Station Decorated like a classic gas station, Wild Bill’s offers American food and friendly service. Bring the whole family since there’s plenty of seating inside and out.

The Green Chile Cheese Burger with hand-cut, seasoned fries is our favorite.

3514 SW Sixth Ave., 372.4500 $ y C Yellow City Street Food Formerly catering and making late-night deliveries to bars in a food truck, YCSF now has a home base where it serves gourmet eats. The diverse, vegan-friendly drive-thru boasts veggie burgers, quinoa cakes and fish and tofu tacos, and serves breakfast all day. 909 S. Madison St., 223.2882 $ y

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Buffalo’s Café You’ll leave your hunger behind when you visit Buffalo’s. Offering hearty eats with choices such as hot wings, pasta, tumbleweed chips, and Smoky Mountain Nachos, you’ll also want to save room for the scrumptious cobbler. 2811 Fourth Ave., 655.4400, buffalos.com $ c

El Rodeo The El Rodeo specialty fajitas with chicken, beef and shrimp are a customer favorite. Open seven days a week, the specials Monday through Friday are copious and affordable. 1202 23rd St., 557.4139 $ Fat-Boys Bar-B-Que Fat Boy’s has been dishing up delicious Texas-style barbeque since 1988 so it’s safe to say they know what they’re doing. The meat has the perfect amount of smoky flavor. Top that off with sweet barbecue sauce and a few homemade sides. Your taste buds will thank you.

104 23rd St., 655.7363 $ NEW Helios Greek Grill Tucked away in a strip mall on Canyon’s main street sits a delicious hidden gem. Helios serves authentic Greek food from its small store front.

Savor generously portion Gyro or Moussaka, and finish your meal with sweet Baklava topped with sauces like peach or brandy. 1205 23rd St., 452.8002, heliosgreekgrill.com $ KJ’s Coffee & Café Located a few blocks south of the WTAMU campus, KJ’s serves early breakfast and lunch until 2 p.m. Classic, simple fare awaits, with customer favorites like breakfast burritos, Frito pie, hamburgers and house-made chips, and fried apple pie. 1202 S. 23rd St., 654.3397 $ Pepito’s Mexican Restaurant Choose your favorite Tex Mex entrée from the extensive menu, with traditional items like chile relleno, chimichangas, or sizzling fajitas. Enjoy the complementary chips and salsa while you wait. 408 23rd St., 655.4736 $ Pony Express Burritos Based on the build-your-own burrito concept, Pony Express offers 14-inch burritos or bowls, tacos, quesadilla’s and a variety of fresh salsa from mild to spicy, including its infamous ghost pepper version. 2808 Fourth Ave., Suite C, 557.4166 $ Ranch House Café The Ranch House Café has a small-town, home-cooked family atmosphere. The Café offers breakfast all day, every day, and lunch, dinner and take-out as well as specials seven days a week. 810 23rd St., 655.8785 $ NEW Verona Italian Bistro This family-owned restaurant has its roots in Pampa. Choose from Italian classics like Osso Bucco or the popular Chicken Murphy in a relaxing, quiet setting. 2301 12th Ave., 322.4994 $$

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ocated at 510 Polk St. – currently an empty lot across from Amarillo National Bank’s parking garage – McLoughlin Boot Shop was once home to one of the most respected bootmakers in West Texas. Cowboys would ride as far as 300 miles to purchase handcrafted boots from Merton McLoughlin.

A native of Ireland, the bootmaker came to America in 1854 and lived in Chicago, St. Louis, and Fort Worth.

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well-known among cowboys. His boots were easily recognized by a distinctive red-and-white cross-stitch on the tops. McLoughlin established his Amarillo shop in 1892 only to have it burn in the huge fire of 1901.

He rebuilt at the same location and operated there for the next 26 years, as shown in this photo of the shop’s work area from around 1913. Merton McLoughlin, wearing a black vest and bowtie, stands near the central wooden post. He died in 1936 and is buried in Llano Cemetery.

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What is the best advice you received when you were beginning your career? I started my career as a child, and no one really gave me advice to begin with. I just saw what needed to be done, and I did it. As I grew, the best advice I got was to always be available. How do you use social media to grow your network? We promote the dealership on Facebook, with emails, and through the H.O.G. Club members and volunteers. How do you maintain balance? At the dealership, I have a really good support system to delegate to, people that I can depend on. I also spend part of my time at my ranch raising cattle and enjoying the beautiful country. What has been your wisest investment?

The time and money it took to grow the dealership, investing in the building on I-40, and purchasing ranch land and cattle (diversifying my investments). How has your past work experience shaped you into a leader? I was born and raised in this business. This is the only job I’ve ever had. I started out as a child cleaning the building, worked in the Parts Department, and as a mechanic, salesman, and manager.

Spending a lifetime at the dealership and being able to do any job has helped shape me into a leader. What is the best part about your job?

Riding my Harley and seeing and being around all of the new Harleys that come in. Also, the variety of new friends and customers I make through the dealership. How has mentorship made a difference in your professional and private life? I learned a very long time ago how important it is to keep work at work and home at home. Which living person do you most admire and why? Willie G. Davidson because he designed most of the motorcycles we sell – his designs are what make it so successful. Which over-used word or phrase makes you cringe?

When I hear someone say motorcycles are dangerous. Everything is dangerous if you do it wrong. What is your business philosophy?

Take care of the customers. Which quality do you most value in an employee? Anyone who likes their job, and wants to work hard and be good at it. What personality trait has most helped you succeed?

Having the drive to keep going no matter what. Who is your favorite author? Dr. Seuss. What did you learn from your best boss? I have only had one boss, my dad. He taught me about honesty. How can Amarillo improve its business environment? Keep bringing in new businesses. Most important tech tool: My computer. Best time management tool: Harley-Davidson Talon system. I can’t live without my: family, friends, customers, and cell phone. My favorite thing about Amarillo is: the people. Most unusual job or task: Being asked to pull a casket behind my motorcycle. A lot of people have done it over the years, but I may have been one of the first ones to do that.

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