As creatures of habit, most of us have consistent daily routes. From home to work and back, we rarely branch outside of our routine, even for shopping and eating. Most of us have our go-to food pick-ups for Monday night or Saturday morning donuts. And while we may branch out a bit on the weekend, most of us don’t know what hidden gems await us in the rest of Abilene. In this … [Read more...]
Baked with Love
Abilene father makes bread to raise money for adoption Joel Paris has always had a knack for baking, and now he is using his talents for one of the most important journeys in his and his wife, Kendra’s, lives – to help fund the adoption of their second child. The couple’s adoption process is not unlike creating the perfect loaf of bread, in that both require time, … [Read more...]
The Perfect Blue Cheese Crumble Filet
I’m not a huge fan of kitchen gadgets - they take up counter space and I don’t love a lot of stuff sitting out. However, the Sous Vide (soo veed) has been a game changer and it also stores easily. Several friends of mine have raved about how perfectly they cook steaks, chicken breast and other types of protein. My neighbor and sous chef for this recipe, Regan King, has taught … [Read more...]
Abilene Food Tour
A new Abilene business is building a “foodie” community in Abilene. The Abilene Food Tour allows guests the chance to try their favorite downtown restaurants in a whole new, immersive experience. This unique business is the kind of thing you might find in a bigger city, but it’s become a big hit in Abilene. Rochelle White and her husband moved to Abilene two years ago with … [Read more...]
Holiday Nosh & Nibble
It’s the most wonderful time of the year! Truly, the weeks between Thanksgiving and Christmas are my favorite. Twinkling lights, yummy smells and all of the excitement that fills the air. Last year holiday parties weren’t as prevalent, but I’m hoping this year will be different. As you begin your party planning, I encourage you to think about ways to make it special, but … [Read more...]