A BIG DREAM IN A SMALL TOWN Nearly three years ago, the co-owners of Abilene’s newest brewpub got together to start something new and unique in Abilene. David Kasselman, Matthew Cogburn, and Jeramie Sivley met at a local home brew club and realized very quickly that their dreams for creating their own brewery aligned. “It was after a home brew meeting where we discovered … [Read more...]
Merry Christmas Morning Cinnamon Rolls
Around my house, it wouldn’t be Christmas without cinnamon rolls – lots of cinnamon rolls! Every year, my final task to prepare for the big day is making multiple batches of these yummy rolls, packaging them with festive, holiday ribbons, and delivering them to our closest friends and neighbors. Many of my neighbors even request special deliveries! This recipe is super … [Read more...]
Picnics with Panache
The picnics I remember from my youth consisted of peanut butter sandwiches, Cheetos and Little Debbie brownies in our backyard or a nearby park. There was nothing lovely or romantic about them; it was simply a quick lunch before running off to play. Fast forward to this period of quarantine, and many have had to be creative to find ways to spend time with others – six feet … [Read more...]
Abilene Fresh
KEEPING IT FRESH Josh Casey founded Abilene Fresh to connect the Abilene community with fresh, locally-grown food. Operations began in 2020 but emerged out of a previous organization, Hug-A- Root Farms. “I needed to eat better in order to stay well, and I developed a passion to help others do the same,” Casey said. “The key was expanding access to fresh, naturally grown … [Read more...]
Holiday Food Abilene – Recipes for Christmas and Thanksgiving
Whether hosting a house full of out-of-town family and friends or simply creating meals and décor for your own home throughout the season, the impetus for warmth, comfort and reflections of the season increases as the weather plummets. If you’re needing inspiration for your fall, winter and holiday meals, the Scene staff shares some favorite holiday dishes that can go from … [Read more...]