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BANDERA Your definitive guide to everything local
Editor’s Pick: Shop Western Trail Antiques & Marketplace of Bandera Texas, 200 Main St., 830-796-3838, westerntrailantiques.com
Gunslinger of Bandera
Cowboy Capital Creations
Collins of Texas
Hyo Silver
Owner Melissa Benge’s Gunslinger upscale men’s & women’s apparel and home goods features buying and unique items to fill the almost 5000 square foot store. It’s an interesting mix of cool cowboy boots, hats, clothing, lots of jewelry, aromatherapy, ranch furnishings and accessories, and, of course, great Texas music all hand-selected by Melissa herself. Visitors from all over the world have engaged Melissa to style them for their Texas events and everyday chic Texas looks.
Artist and designer Nancy Scott’s pieces are all made by hand with Texas pride. All materials are made or grown in Texas. You will not find a more unique line of accessories ready for purchase or for commission. From bags, belts, saddle accessories, wallets, book covers, vests to home décor items, the quality and artistry of each piece is first rate. “Each piece is a little piece of Texas”
The world-renown makers of fine hand made bags and accessories founded in 1946 in Medina, Texas now has a store and showroom on main street in Bandera where you will find their soughtafter vintage designs re-created as well as new designs made of luxury leathers and stunning bag hardware. Also sold at fine retailers, Collins of Texas is now expanding into accessories and the flagship store in Bandera not only carries their full line of bags but they will also authenticate your original Collin’s treasured bag from decades past.
Established in 1999 by former Miss Rodeo Australia, Jo Symons, Hyo Silver boasts an elite team of designers, highly skilled artisans, and service staff, whom together produce ornamental masterpieces that capture the southern legacy of gold and silver. Each handmade piece features signature elements of tri-colored gold mixed with cool hues of sterling silver against a deep contrast of black antique and vibrant accents of colored crystals and gemstones. Visit the showroom in Bandera, Texas to browse the collection or consult with a Designer.
1107 Cypress Street 830-796-7803 • gunslingerofbandera.com
830-330-0033 CowboyCapitalCreations@yahoo.com
Main Street 830-589-2222 • CollinsOfTexas.com
1107 12th Street 830-796-7961 • HyoSilver.com
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BOERNE Your definitive guide to everything local
Editor’s Pick: The Bakery & Bistro at The Dienger Trading Co, 210 N. Main St., 830-331-2225, thediengertradingco.com
The Green Bull Jewelry
Daisy Pearl Boutique
The William
Heart’s Home Acoustics
Located in a 110-year-old building that originally served as the town’s livery stable, The Green Bull Jewelry designs and create many “one of a kind” jewelry lines. One such line is the “Simply Divine” collection. This collection features unique crosses. Another is the “Jewelry with a Texas Attitude” collection that encompasses Old West themes from stars to Longhorns. While shopping, you can watch the awardwinning craftsmen at work and they offer full in-house repair work, custom designing, appraising, and stateof-the-art laser welding/soldering.
Boasting a huge selection of on-trend women’s apparel and accessories, Daisy Pearl is the mustshop destination for chic and eclectic style from head to toe. Offering a wide variety of boots, shoes, accessories and the latest pieces for each season’s new trends from affordable to high-end, there is something for everyone and every occasion at this fun to shop boutique. Great for gifts and unique pieces.
Situated in the heart of downtown Boerne, TX, the William Hotel is a prime location for your trip to the Texas Hill Country in a new and refreshing way. The William overlooks downtown Boerne, filled with specialty shops and unique dining venues. Or drive the short 15 miles to San Antonio to take in all the area has to offer, including Six Flags Fiesta Texas and The Alamo.
With an extensive collection of fine and exotic tonewoods brought from around the world, HHA commissions America’s most gifted luthiers to build guitars using hand-picked woods matched for acoustic and aesthetic perfection. Customers of the store have included prominent professional musicians, nationally-touring bands, and multiple Grammy-Award winning recording artists.
325 Main Street 830-249-7393 • TheGreenBull.com
322 South Main Street 830-331-1394 • DaisyPearlBoutique.com
170 South Main Street 830-249-8016 • TheWilliamBoerne.com
109 Oak Park Drive 830-331-9840 • HeartsHomeAcoustics.com November/December 2016
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COMFORT Your definitive guide to everything local
Editor’s Pick: Gorgeous views for weddings and events, Happy H Ranch, 505 US Highway 87, (210) 332-3151, happyhranch.com
The 8th Street Market
Hotel Faust
The Elephant Story
Camp Comfort
The 8th Street Market is a curated, multi-dealer shopping community with an eclectic mix of architectural, industrial, repurposed and vintage lifestyle antiques and art. Browse our always changing extensive selection to spark your creativity. From the unique building and knowledgeable staff to the delicious in-store coffee café, we hope it inspires you to make our special pieces a part of your story.
Hailed as the “crown jewel” of Comfort by the New York Times, Hotel Faust is the upgraded and updated 130-year-old hotel that anchors High Street. New owners have brought new life to this Texas Historic Landmark and added to Comfort’s growing number of sophisticated offerings in this small town setting. Just minutes away from fine dining, excellent wineries, and fantastic shopping, Hotel Faust is a calming home base for your Texas Hill Country getaway.
The Elephant Story was formed by Ed and Joey Story to promote elephant conservation in Asian elephant countries to increase the awareness of the plight of what has become an endangered species given the deforestation in Thailand, Laos and Myanmar. In conjunction with this effort, net profits from The Elephant Story will be directed to various Asian elephant support foundations and also support indigenous crafts and textile groups in Asian elephant countries by providing a market for their goods.
Camp Comfort is a Historic bowling alley built in1860 converted to a non-hosted boutique bed & breakfast on the Cypress Creek in historic Comfort, Texas.
523 8th Street 830-201-0214 • the8thstreetmarket.com
717 High Street 830-995-3030 • hotelfaust.com
723 & 725 High Street 830-995-3133 • the-elephant-story.com
601 Water Street 830-221-6090 • camp-comfort.com
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“The stylish cabins frame a spacious courtyard stocked with fire pits, plenty of wood, mod orange chairs, and cozy wool blankets— everything you’ll need for stargazing later that evening.” -Southern Living
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FREDERICKSBURG Your definitive guide to everything local
Editor’s Pick: Delicious and unique chocolates and gifts, visit Chocolat, 251 W Main St, (800) 842-3382, liquidchocolates.com
Vaudeville
National Museum Of The Pacific War
Phil Jackson’s Granite & Iron Store
Wildseed Farms
Vaudeville specializes in showcasing the finer things in life, the best of what the world has to offer as well as local gems. Vaudeville is a French bistro style cafe, a gourmet market, and a wine cellar stocked by an in-house sommelier. The main floor is dedicated to showcasing luxury home furnishings, accessories, lighting, and special finds. The third and top floor holds one-of-a-kind antiques, museum pieces, and art, in addition to an in-house custom design studio that caters to private clientele and designers alike. The courtyard is a restaurant and special event venue.
Honoring the eight million Americans who served in the war against Japan and the more than 100,000 who gave their lives. Since 1968, the Museum has expanded to occupy a six-acre campus and gained a reputation as one of the premier military museums in the nation. We opened the expanded George H. W. Bush Gallery in 2009. Two blocks east of the main campus is the Pacific Combat Zone for guided tours of macro-artifacts and regularly scheduled combat re-enactments.
With the dedication of staff and artisans who are like family to him, Phil’s Amazing World is now a 10,000 square foot, multi-million dollar emporium with items from around the world in addition to the custom granite and iron work designed and built in Fredericksburg. We over 10,000 home accessories and other beautiful items for your home.
The nation’s largest working wildflower farm, opens its colorful location seven days a week for a variety of fun-filled adventures exploring the farms’ Butterfly Gardens, wildflower fields and Meadows Walking Trail through the Farms’ trial crop area. The shopping is GREAT year round!
230 E. Main Street 830-992-3234 • vaudeville-living.com
340 E. Main Street 830-997-8600 • pacificwarmuseum.org
206 E. Main Street 830-997-4716 • granite-iron.com
100 Legacy Drive 830-848-0078 • wildseedfarms.com November/December 2016
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INGRAM Your definitive guide to everything local
Editor’s Pick: Art, furnishings, apparel, food and more, shop the Old Ingram Loop Shopping District, Hwy 39, 830-367-4749
Ingram Grey
Southwestern Elegance
Clint Orms Engravers & Silversmiths
Blue Sage Hall
We were established because of the need for quality clothing and accessories in this beautiful area. Our Mission is to bring Ingram, Hunt and Kerrville as well as the surrounding area the very best brands from around the world. We provide customers with an easy shopping experience by handpicking coordinating styles and outfits for any occasion. Frequent customers are invited to events on the porch and the lake such as wine tastings, whiskey evenings and even paddle board/kayak days. We truly want to provide a memorable Texas Hill Country shopping experience.
For relaxed living, style, character and value, Southwestern Elegance offers exceptional furniture, antiques, beautiful accessories and antique building materials. Shop all three buildings including ladies boutique and warehouse.
A master of his craft, Orms’ work tells stories of achievement, heritage, family and Western tradition through intricate detail and fastidious precision. True to Orms’ roots, every piece bears the name of a Texas County. Each creation is a treasured masterpiece destined to be handed down for generations. Inspired by the great silversmiths and apparel designers of historic Texas, Clint Orms’ world-renowned jewelry quality belt buckles and accessories forge a lasting legacy. Each piece is meticulously handcrafted from silver, gold and precious stones at his Ingram, Texas, workshop.
A community focused multi-purpose event center specializing in Weddings with our beautiful bridal suite and garden area that is perfect for outdoor weddings. We also features a large inside stage as well as an intimate outdoor stage, a sound system, plenty of free parking and a caterer’s kitchen! Our facility is an excellent setting for your significant occasion. We welcome you and your guest for weddings, receptions, reunions, graduations, anniversaries, corporate events, conferences, concerts and more!
207 Old Ingram Loop 830-367-2553 • ingramgrey.com
206 Old Ingram Loop 830-367-4749 • southwesternelegance.com
229b Old Ingram Loop 830-367-7949 • clintorms.com
3044 Junction Hwy 830-928-6162 • bluesagehall.com
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KERRVILLE Your definitive guide to everything local
Editor’s Pick: Visit Slate Gray Gallery, 235 Earl Garrett St., 830-315-3150, slategraygallery.com
Cailloux Theatre
Billy’s Western Wear
The Museum Of Western Art
Atlanta artist Todd Alexander, available at Slate Gray Galleries Kerrville & Telluride
Schreiner Goods
Hailed as “an unprecedented alliance between the public and private sectors” and “a magnificent addition to downtown,” the Kathleen C. Cailloux Theater first invited the Hill Country public inside its sumptuous lobby and auditorium in 2003 for a performance by the San Antonio Symphony. Now, the Cailloux is fulfilling its mission to be a center for cultural and civic life and a first-class performing arts center in Kerrville.
A legend in the Texas Hill Country. Billy’s is a specialty western wear store that reflects style and echo’s country elegance, being sophisticated, edgy, traditional, and true to the western life-style. Billy’s has an undeniable passion for offering our customer’s quality merchandise, exquisite designer collections, and contemporary and classics products for all ages, all this teamed with unparalleled service. Locations in Boerne & Kerrville
The Museum of Western Art is dedicated to the preservation of our western heritage. Multiple art galleries, an outside event pavilion, children’s museum, research library, and gift shop comprise the complex. Art workshops, children’s art camps and other western-themed events are held throughout the year. It sits on prime real estate in the heart of the famed Texas Hill Country. This outstanding facility provides the opportunity for one-and-all to relive Western heritage through great Western art.
A modern boutique version of the local downtown mercantile; a place you can find a bit of everything and a warm and friendly gathering place for the community. Schreiner Goods features a collection of clothing for women, and unique goods for the home, with a bold aesthetic that is modern, fashion-forward and design-centric, yet always feels at home in Texas. Our store hosts a constantly evolving American vintage collection alongside curated pieces from emerging and established independent designers.
901 Main Street 830-896-9393 • caillouxtheater.com
1731 Sidney Baker 830-257-0505 • billyswesternwear.com
1550 Bandera Hwy 830-896-2553 • museumofwesternart.com
214 Earl Garrett St. 830-315-5000 • schreinergoods.com November/December 2016
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LEON SPRINGS Your definitive guide to everything local
Editor’s Pick: Go hungry and visit legendary Rudy’s Country Store and Bar-B-Q, 24152 W. IH 10, 210-698-2141, rudysbbq.com
Fiddlin Frogs
Massage Heights
The Look
Leon Springs Dancehall
Looking for that unusual or one of kind outfit, gift, or home accent? Fiddlin Frogs is the place to shop for women’s clothing and accessories that fit your mood. Not your average store, we have something for every style, from bling to country, to upscale and chic, plus handmade table linens, bedding, special choices for lighting, and a wide array of items exclusive to our store. Our staff can help you put together a look for a special day, transform your home with interior design services, and wow someone with a gift they never could have imagined.
Make high quality, rejuvenating massage and skin therapy part of your healthy lifestyle. In addition to frequent therapeutic massage, regular facial skin therapy can help improve your complexion and brighten your outlook. Your Leon Springs Massage Heights licensed massage and skin therapist will work with you to understand your needs, listening closely to understand your lifestyle, state of health and individual requirements.
Visit our 20,000 sq.ft. of showroom space where we are still hill country quaint after 25 years in business. Featuring teak furnishing, thousands of rugs in stock including traditional, contemporary, cowhides and more. Unique furnishings for every room in your home or office. Accessories galore for home and garden.
For years Leon Springs Dance Hall has been the place where groups gather to celebrate and make memories. Black Tie Affairs Catering, Inc. operates the dancehall and is committed to ensuring that every event hosted within the four red walls of Leon Springs Dance Hall are certain to be unforgettable, special occasions that guests will speak of for many more years to come. Frequently open to the public for live music, concerts and boot scootin’ on one of the largest dance floors in Texas. Private events and production services available.
24200 IH 10 West, San Antonio 210-314-6069 • fiddlinfrogs.com
23535 IH 10 W, Ste 2104, San Antonio 210-687-1112 • massageheights.com
24112 IH 10 W Boerne Stage Rd., San Antonio 210-698-3318 • thelookhillcountry.com
24135 W I-10, San Antonio 210-226-9881 • leonspringsdancehall.com
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NEW BRAUNFELS Your definitive guide to everything local
Editor’s Pick: Visit Natural Bridge Cavern, 26495 Natural Bridge Caverns Road, 210-651-6101, naturalbridgecaverns.com
Lot 59
Gruene Hall
Red Rooster Antique & Design Center
Dancing Pony
Lot 59 is a unique store with an eclectic spin, this is the go-to place in New Braunfels if you are seeking something truly original. Filled with a vibrant mix of vintage and current apparel and accessories, unusual design elements, architectural salvage, retro furniture, vinyl records and much more. We are locally owned by a 5th generation New Braunfelser. Lot 59 also represents some of the freshest local artisan talent in NB.
Gruene Hall, built in 1878, is Texas’ oldest continually operating and most famous dance hall. Under the current ownership, Gruene Hall has become internationally recognized as a destination tourist attraction and major music venue for up-andcoming as well as established artists. Since 1975, the Hall has played host to hundreds of celebrities whose pictures adorn the walls. A person watching a show never knows if the artist they see at the Hall today will be a star tomorrow, but they can know that the music they hear will always be top notch.
The 25,000 square foot store is the “go to” place to shop for antiques and vintage items. With over 65 booths, the Red Rooster is fully stocked with antiques, western and primitive decor, furniture, jewelry, clocks, rugs, handmade quilts, vintage items, original artwork, apparel, and shabbychic treasures. The LeMasters take pride in their friendly, knowledgeable staff and fabulous vendors. Red Rooster Antique & Design Center has earned the coveted title of “Best Antique Store in New Braunfels”.
Dancing Pony, voted #1 “Best Boutique” and “Best Woman’s Clothing Store” and THE shopping destination for the fashion forward woman, whether she be 18 or 68. We offer hundreds of trendy tops appropriate for every season and attend 5 apparel shows annually in order to bring you the very latest in fashion trends. And if you think customer service is a thing of the past, we’ll prove otherwise.
343 Cross St (Parking Lot of Huisache Grille) 830-221-5692 • lot59tx.myshopify.com
1281 Gruene Rd. 830-606-1281 • gruenehall.com
971 W. San Antonio St. 830-609-3311 • redroosterworld.com
249 W San Antonio St 830-626-7669 • dancingponyboutique.com November/December 2016
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GRAPES & GRAINS Your definitive guide to Hill Country craft breweries, wineries and distilleries
Editor’s Pick: It’s all delicious at Treaty Oak Distilling Co, 16604 Fitzhugh Rd, Dripping Springs, 512-599-0335, treatyoakdistilling.com
New Braunfels Brewing Company
Singing Water Vineyards, Comfort
Jester King Brewery, Austin
Around 1850, Julius Rennert began brewing in New Braunfels, Texas. He is widely credited as brewing the first beer in Texas. The reincarnation of our New Braunfels Brewing Company started as a dream in 2010. We’ve located our nano-brewery in historic downtown New Braunfels for a reason. We are native New Braunfels-ites and plan to stay that way. Our beers are designed to reflect our community, refresh your palette and be a heck of a lot of fun. Come down and visit us whether it is for a tour or a tasting during one of our “Hoppy Hours.”
Singing Water Wines are crafted for exceptional quality and everyday enjoyment. Our wines have been awarded many medals at local and international wine competitions every year! The original Singing Water tasting room is an historic Texas Hill Country barn, which has been painstakingly refurbished. The grounds were renovated to highlight the peaceful beauty of the land that cultivates 6 acres of vineyards.
Jester King is an authentic farmhouse brewery committed to making wild ales and spontaneously fermented beers that reflect the unique character of our location in the beautiful Texas Hill Country. Like the small farmhouse breweries that inspired us, we pursue beer making that involves time, patience, unique fermentation, full attenuation, and refermentation in the serving vessel. We use water from our well, locally grown and malted grains, and native wild yeast to make beer with a sense of place unique to our brewery.
180 W Mill St., New Braunfels 830-626-BREW
316 Mill Dam Road, Comfort 830-995-2246 • singingwatervineyards.com
13005 Fitzhugh Rd., Bldg. B in Ceres Park, Austin 512-537-5100 • jesterkingbrewery.com
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Newsom Vineyards Tasting Room, Comfort
Established in 1986, Newsom Vineyards has always sought to produce the highest quality grapes in Texas. Newsom Vineyards at Comfort seeks to continue this tradition with wine. Our new tasting room opened in November 2016 in a beautiful refurbished farm house in the Comfort Historic District. All Newsom wines are a 100% Newsom Vineyards Grapes from the High Plains AVA.
717 Front St, Comfort 806-549-6732 • newsomvineyards.com
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Messina Hof, Fredericksburg
Hill Country Distillers, Comfort
Tito’s Handmade Vodka, Austin
Founders of Messina Hof, Paul & Merrill Bonarrigo, married and settled in Bryan, Texas and together would re-introduce the concept of winemaking in Texas. The Bonarrigo family began making wine in the 1800s in Sicily. Paul & Merrill planted their first vineyard in 1977 and named it Messina Hof, after their family origins of Messina, Sicily and Hof, Germany. The Bonarrigos became pioneers of the Texas wine industry having established Messina Hof as the 4th winery in the state. The Messina Hof brand has also grown from producing only 1,300 gallons to now over 130,000 gallons per year with three location in Texas: Bryan, Fredericksburg, and Grapevine.
Our Distillery is family owned and operated, and we pride ourselves on providing a truly unique Texas product. We make our Texas Moonshine using ingredients native to our amazing state. We proudly utilize the abundance of the Prickly Pear Cactus native to Texas soil as well as hill country peaches, jalepeños, and more. Our “Seasonal” product lines are designed to showcase the various regional fruits grown in the great State of Texas. Relax in our comfortable and easy atmosphere, catch the game on our big screen TVs, or enjoy the unique and fun drinks from our cocktail bar with some friends while listening to some music. We are dog-friendly.
Tito’s Handmade Vodka is produced in Austin at Texas’ oldest legal distillery founded in 1995 by Tito Beveridge. We make it in batches, use old-fashioned pot stills, and taste-test every batch. Tito’s Handmade Vodka is designed to be savored by spirit connoisseurs and everyday drinkers alike. Our process, similar to those used to make fine single malt scotches and high-end French cognacs, requires more skill and effort than others, but it’s well worth it. He has won the World Spirits Competition and has turned his handmade vodka into the fastest growing spirit brand in the country through the power of word of mouth. Available in all 50 states now, people love to tell their friends about the underdog distiller named Tito who makes an exceptionally smooth vodka and sells it at a fair price.
9996 US Highway 290 East, Fredericksburg 1-830-990-4653 (GOLD) • messinahof.com
723 Front St, Comfort 830-995-2924 • hillcountrytxdistillers.com
Distilled and bottled by Fifth Generation, Inc. Austin titosvodka.com
Cibolo Creek Brewing, Boerne
Pedernales Cellars, Stonewall
Dulce Vida, Austin
Rebecca Creek Fine Texas Spirit Whiskey, San Antonio
A brewpub model offering taps of our house beer, guest brews (hard to quality products), as well as cider, Texas wines, and a house made sarsaparilla for the kids. Our location offers casual sitting via our front porch, as well as a “beer garden” atmosphere To complement the great selection of beer and farm-to-table menu, CCB offers specific food items from our Windy Hill Foods sister company.
Pedernales Cellars is Texas’ leading producer of authentic, handcrafted wines, specializing in Spanish and Rhone style wines. Family owned & operated, Pedernales Cellars is dedicated to world-class wines, sustainable practices, and Texas Hill Country hospitality. Visitors can tour the underground winemaking cellar, then relax with a glass of wine on the tree covered deck with breathtaking views of the Texas Hill Country. Pedernales Cellars is open every day, and offers VIP tastings by appointment
Dulce Vida is nationally recognized for its tequila heritage, earning top awards in numerous competitions and has earned accolades as the most decorated and recognized craft tequila – lending claim as The Most Awarded Tequila.™ Top honors have been earned from the San Francisco World Spirits Competition, New York International Spirits Competition, Los Angeles Spirits Competition, The SIP Awards, and Tequila.net. Aside from taste awards, Dulce Vida has also garnered first place medals from several recognized packaging associations.
The first distillery built in South Texas, Rebecca Creek Distillery is a privately held “Spirited Texas Distillery” and the goal at Rebecca Creek Distillery is to make the finest whiskeys and vodkas for the enjoyment of connoisseurs throughout the world. We’ve created a true Texas whiskey unlike any other with a taste profile set between the light body of a Canadian whisky and the full flavor of a bourbon whiskey delivering a taste profile that has made Rebecca Creek an award-winning brand.
448 S Main St, Boerne 830-816-5275 • cibolocreekbrewing.com
2916 Upper Albert Road,Stonewall 830-644-2037 • pedernalescellars.com
3601 S Congress, Suite B-250, Austin 512-697-4000 • dulcevidaspirits.com
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E AT H E R E Your definitive guide to culinary bliss
Editor’s Pick: Visit Chef John Herdman at Sustenio, a Stephan Pyles’ restaurant, The Eilan Hotel, 18603 La Cantera Terrace, 210-598-2950
McAddo’s Seafood Company, New Braunfels
Located in the restored century old Post Office, it has been our greatest pleasure to restore this beautiful New Braunfels landmark, that was closed to the public for 25 years, back to its grandeur of days gone by. Enjoy Texas Creole Favorites, Authentic Cajun Specialties or our Fresh Fish. Find the right atmosphere in our Treasury Bar, indoor dining or newly renovated, fully covered patio with live music. 196 N Castell Ave, New Braunfels 830-629-3474 • mcadoos.com LIMESTONE
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Cypress Grille, Boerne
Cabernet Grill, Fredericksburg
We are a full service restaurant & bar. Our menu offers USDA Prime Steaks, Seafood, Tavern style food, appetizers, hand tossed pizzas and a full bar serving bottled and craft beers on tap, wine, mixed drinks and signature cocktails. Stop in and enjoy great drink and appetizer specials during Happy Hour. We have a spacious private event space and live music from local Hill Country talent ThursdaySaturday.
Since 2006 the we have prepared innovative, flavorful and healthy culinary dishes. Our chefs cook with passion and knowledge. We practice and teach traditional cooking methods believing time makes things better! Our philosophy is simple, quality ingredients produce quality cuisine and technique, technique, technique when it comes to cooking. Details do matter! Our service mantra is, treat your guests the way you would want to be treated, and serve from the heart.
It’s no surprise that the Cabernet Grill has ended up listed among the top 10 restaurants in the country. At this Fredericksburg restaurant, ridiculously great Hill Country cuisine meets barrels of Texas wine. It’s delicious. It’s casual. It’s a must-do for every Fredericksburg Texas visitor. It is our sincere desire to provide every guest with the finest in upscale Texas Hill Country cuisine. Our food is exquisitely prepared — then thoughtfully served.
702 State Highway 16 S, Bandera 830-796-3121 • 1856tavern.com
170 South Main St., Boerne 830-248-1353 • cypressgrilleboerne.com
2805 South State Hwy 16, Fredericksburg 830-990-5734 • cabernetgrill.com
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August E’s, Fredericksburg
Peggy’s On The Green, Boerne
Aldaco’s, Dominion
August E’s defines Nouveau Texas Cuisine as the “uncommon pairing of traditional Texas fare with innovative creativity”. Chef Leu’s ingenuity is inspired by his Thai roots and years of experience in various culinary pursuits throughout the world. August E’s is located in the heart of the abundant organic produce and wine region of the Texas Hill Country. We are fortunate to have access to superb local suppliers. Menu specials change seasonally based on the creative mood of Chef Leu and the seasonality and freshness of ingredients, including never frozen Sashimi Grade Fish shipped overnight from various locations throughout the world.
Mark Bohanan is Chef/Owner of Bohanan’s, the highly-regarded prime steak and seafood restaurant in downtown San Antonio. Last year he cast his eye north, intent on establishing a South-inspired, all-American restaurant in Boerne. Peggy’s on the Green is the resultnamed for Mark’s late mother, who was a great cook in her own right. Located in the gracious, historically-significant Kendall Inn, a 19th century stagecoach stop that’s offered Texas hospitality since 1859. Lounge on the broad, breezy wraparound porch, cocktail in hand. Step into a lovingly restored 19th century dining room to savor contemporary interpretations of Southern heritage foods and classic American dishes.
Blanca Aldaco opened her original restaurant in 1989 in San Antonio Blanca’s name has become synonymous with authentic Mexican cuisine. Her contributions have elevated the taste and style of the city’s cuisine offerings and have helped to bring national recognition to San Antonio as the undisputed capital of Mexican food. Aldaco’s at Dominion has been carefully designed to meet the fresh food and handcrafted cocktail expectations that Aldaco’s has become known for. Settled against a green belt, Aldaco’s modern building offers a patio nestled under a large majestic tree, two private dining areas (each with screen and projector) and a large bar area, perfect for happy hour and the Shrimp/Oyster bar.
203 E. San Antonio, Fredericksburg 830-997-1585 • august-es.com
128 West Blanco Road, Boerne 830-572-5000 • peggysonthegreen.com
22211 Interstate 10 Frontage Rd, San Antonio 210-698-9700 • aldacosrestaurants.com
Mac & Ernie’s Roadside Eatery, Tarpley
Backyard Bistro, Pipe Creek
The Grill At Leon Springs
Chef and proprietor Naylene Dillingham’s Mac & Ernie’s was the first restaurant featured on Food Network’s Diners, Drive-ins and Dives with Guy Fieri and that put her Cabrito (that’s Spanish for little goat) burger on the map. Dinners on Friday and Saturday night feature steaks, catfish, ancho chile honey basted quail and specials such as grilled pork tenderloin with a sweet-tart Vietnamese dipping sauce or grilled Tuna with roasted Jalapeno Mayonnaise.
Chef/Owner Aaron Gonzalez proudly serves dishes using only the finest fresh ingredients available, including organic eggs from our own chickens and herbs from our very own garden that are picked daily for your culinary delight. The charming indoor dining rooms and backyard outdoor seating are relaxing and casual and the menu is upscale yet affordable. Brunch is a destination for loyal locals and a ritual for many who drive from San Antonio and other neighboring Hill Country towns. Wine menu, catering, special events and baked goods too.
A one-of-a-kind creative dining and entertainment experience rooted in European cuisine and hospitality, and inspired by the Texas Hill Country. We pride ourselves on our accomplished kitchen’s reputation for scratch cooking and our friendly, personal attention to our guests. Both of us, Chef/ owner Thierry Burkle and Manager/owner Armand Obadia, oversee every aspect of the restaurant, bar and catering operations all day, every day. We welcome you to our home away from home.
11804 FM 470, Tarpley 830-562-3727 • macandernies.com
167 Panther Ridge, Pipe Creek 830-535-4094 • backyardbistro.com
24116 IH-10 West, Exit 551, San Antonio 210-698-8797 • leonspringsgrill.com
Alamo Springs Cafe, Fredericksburg
Enjoy fantastic food, including fabulous, homemade hamburgers, BLT’s, portabella mushroom burgers, New Mexico style green chili burgers, goat cheese w/roasted garlic, handmade fries, onion rings, dinner specials that are out of this world, pot roast, lasagna, strawberry key lime pie... Icy cold beers, and fresh made ice tea and coffee! You can dine inside or out on the deck. 107 Alamo Rd, Fredericksburg 830-990-8004 fredericksburgtexas-online.com/ ftoalamosprings November/December 2016
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Bella Luz MD
Quit hiding! Bella Luz MD has been refreshing faces and skin since 2006. Bella has performed 1,000+ HydraFacial MD treatments, 6,000+ Botox treatments and 4,000+ laser skin treatments. Also: Vanquish fat reduction, Kybella double chin treatment, Rx-grade SkinMedica products, and more. Advanced technical skills, hands-on experience, and an eye for artistry combine to give you results you will be proud to show off. Big City Results, Hill Country Hospitality. That’s Bella! Complimentary consultations. 1411 Water Street 830-792-3552 • BellaLuzMD.com LIMESTONE
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Personalized Fitness Solutions, Fair Oaks Ranch
Personalized Fitness Solutions by Maurice Walton offers personal training, nutritional recommendations are provided with guidelines for healthy eating to customized training routines. Areas of specialty are weight loss, sports conditioning and sport performance. Not everyone wants to be a super athlete, let me help you become better today then you were yesterday. As your trainer I will take ownership of your fitness aspirations with a level of commitment paralleled to none. 210-551-2760
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McRae M.D. Medical Laser Spa, Boerne
725 N Main St, Boerne 830-331-8183 • boernedrug.com
117 S Saunders Street, Boerne 830-331-9600 • mcraemd.net
Located in Boerne, TX we’ve been serving the communities of San Antonio, Kerrville, Comfort, Leon Springs, Bandera, and the Texas Hill country since 2015. Our pharmacy staff have a combined 25 years of experience and our friendly staff will treat you like family. At Boerne Drug Company, we believe that being a local pharmacy means providing Healthcare services to our patients that are customized to meet their needs. We do compounding.
We invite you to practice wellness with total rejuvenation at McRae MD Medical Laser Spa- and experience the ultimate in beauty, confidence, and results. Dr. Elizabeth McRae has been board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine since 1991. She has hand-picked an elite staff to serve her patients. Our goal is to make your entire experience with us as perfect as possible while offering the state-of-the-art total body treatments at our beautiful facility in Boerne.
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Apache Rifleworks, Comfort
Klein Smokehaus, Boerne
Alamo Market & Lockers, Comfort
Wheeler’s Feed & Outfitters, Boerne
Started by a Vietnam Vet and his son who is a former Firefighter/EMT and Tactical Medic who are longtime residents of Kendall county, Apache Rifleworks is a company that specializes in building custom guns for every customer’s price point and purpose. Our indoor range is 25yds and is rated up to 3600fps. You can bring in pistols, rifles as well as shotguns. Our range can also handle fully automatic fire. Apache Rifleworks offers License to Carry (LTC) Classes and our classroom has full accommodations.
We do deer the way Opa and Oma always did. The German settlers who fell in love with the Hill Country found venison to be the perfect meat for their lean, flavorful sausages and tasty smoked meats. For today’s hunters, we carry on the art of deer processing with a reverence for tradition that ensures your harvest will be treated with the utmost care and attention. Let us do the hard work; you just enjoy the delicious meat!
A Local Meat Market Since 1947. Family operated since 1947, Alamo Market & Lockers in Comfort, Texas has re-opened with new owners! The local institution was known for its tasty smoked sausage - a tradition we have brought back with our family recipe. Alamo Market & Lockers is your shop for obtaining your favorite carnivore treats. Give us a call, or stop by today. For wild game drop off, processing, and pick up, call Sean Burdick (830)998-2217 or email at sh.burdick2014@gmail. com.
Located in the Texas Hill Country, come see us for an experience like no other! We have all you’ll need for the arena, lease, or a night of two stepping! Wheeler’s offers quality Western clothes for the entire family, equestrian supplies and animal care products, new and used guns, archery supplies, and horse trailers. You will get high-quality products, honest advice, and friendly service every time you visit!
50502 IH10 W, Comfort 830-995-3894 • apacherifleworks.com
342 N. Main St., Boerne 830-249-8063 • kleinsmokehaus.com
509 Front St., Comfort 830-995-5509
32450 I-H 10 West, Boerne 830-249-2656 • wheelersfeed.com November/December 2016
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An indoor and outdoor venue for weddings, rehearsal dinners & corporate events. Located in the Historic District of Comfort, Texas. Full event production services available.
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