AN INTRIGUING IDEA While vacationing in Breckenridge, Colorado, in early 2019, Stefanie McCain and her daughters stopped by a store offering rolled ice cream. Her husband, Jerry Salinas, opted to shop around nearby instead, but as he gathered with the rest of the family finishing their sweet, icy treats, they were all intrigued by the familiar dessert in a new form. “If this … [Read more...]
Abilene’s Oldest Restaurants
Three local restaurants have been serving Abilene for nearly nine decades Drive around just about any area of Abilene and you’ll likely see a new restaurant in some phase of construction, to go along with all the others that have opened in recent years. But many Abilenians have the addresses of the city’s three oldest restaurants committed to memory and stop by as often as … [Read more...]
Coffeehouse Culture in Abilene Texas
Whether you’re looking for a quiet place to study by day or a lively music scene by night, there’s an Abilene coffee shop waiting for you. Maybe you’re in the mood for a richly-roasted shot of espresso, or maybe you need something sugary and sweet. Coffeehouse culture in Abilene Texas means whatever vibe you’re looking for and in any section of town, you can find just the right … [Read more...]
A Night Downtown
This time of year is fantastic for strolling the streets of Downtown Abilene and taking advantage of all the great places and events going on. My family and I decided to head to the Grace Museum and to our surprise Thursday nights from 5 to 8 p.m. are free admission! We got to see the exhibits of Linda Ridgway and Harry Geffert whose work meshed well together. If you want to … [Read more...]
A Generous Helping of Community
One of Abilene’s largest holiday events, H-E-B’s Feast of Sharing serves up warm food, holiday spirit and community togetherness. By Wendy Kilmer Ham, green beans, rolls and pie? Coming right up. Holiday music? Done. Festive décor? Got it. A group of happy guests, chatting and eating? Check, times 1,000. Yes, Abilene’s Feast of Sharing has all the elements … [Read more...]