People have been committing their thoughts to paper (or stone, or papyrus, etc.) since the beginning. But in this digital age, the joy of reading can sometimes get lost. That’s why Arlene Kasselman, owner of downtown Abilene’s new bookstore, Seven & One: A Book Sanctuary, found a way to give new life to the written word. In the short few months since Seven and One opened … [Read more...]
Peacock Patio Bar
Have you discovered Abilene’s newest hangout on Hickory Street and North 6th Street? Like the unique bird that inspired the name, the Peacock Patio Bar has a vibe all its own. Distinct. Vibrant. Instantly memorable. Like that visually arresting avian, the bar’s owners have created a beautiful scene: a 40-foot long wall of waterfalls. We humans share the peacock’s orientation … [Read more...]
Belt Buckle Distillery
History lessons aren’t often found at the bottom of a bottle, but at Belt Buckle Distillery, every sip tells a story. The name itself is a tribute to Abilene being the “buckle of the Bible belt,” said co-owner and founder Keith Sanders. “Everything we do revolves around Abilene and the Big Country,” he said. The gin is called ”Paint Creek” and is a tribute to the … [Read more...]
Abilene Candle Co.
Abilene Candle Co. is a new Abilene business bringing light to the SoDA District and the scents of West Texas to the world. The store is located on the east side of the SoDA district in the space formerly the home of Florence Posies and Honey & Fig Gelato. Owner and founder Jamie Foreman kept the flower shop’s layout with a shelving and store in the front and venue in the … [Read more...]
Salty Roan Bakehouse
The Salty Roan Bakehouse brings to Abilene a mouthwatering myriad of made-from-scratch desserts, cakes and breads served alongside carefully curated coffees. Chelsie Herje, Salty Roan’s owner and chief artisan, includes in each recipe special ingredients. Each selected and added in at the precise time, in the precise measure, for a precise result. Her sourdough alone … [Read more...]