This to the Theater has been a long time coming. Last week my husband and I got to go to the soft opening of the new theater. Anything new in Abilene is bound to attract a lot of attention, and this certainly has had its fair share. For me personally, though, I’m extra pumped about this new business. My family has always loved movies. Old, new, what have you. The … [Read more...]
Who Else Wants Homemade Popsicles?
Super into refreshing treats at this point in the year. Found these popsicle forms at the United on South 14th and thought I’d try my own popsicle recipe. I had to (“had to”) scour Pinterest for some worthy inspiration. My options included Honey Whiskey Lemonade, Strawberry Moscato, Water Melon Champagne, Strawberry Rose and Creamy Limoncello Coconut. There are WAY … [Read more...]
How to Make the Perfect Drink for Abilene Summer Heat
Meet your new favorite refreshment: Ranch Water. I recently took a trip to Austin to help my friend move and enjoy the sights. We spent all afternoon at Barton Springs, enjoyed some absolutely delicious food at this place called Polvos and generally enjoyed ourselves. On our adventures, the next day we stumbled on a pair of sister restaurants who both claimed to have … [Read more...]
You Can Decorate Your Cookies and Eat Them Too
We sure did. Thanks to the Cookie Momster. We arrived at a home to a fully prepared work station. Complete with baked and cooled soft-cut cookies. The icing was bagged and ready for piping. As we sat down to start working, the Cookie Momster showed us the technique for piping and filling. After each color used, you have to allow for plenty of drying time. That is … [Read more...]
#EventsToBeScene List: July 2017
On My #EventsToBeScene List: July 2017 #EventsToBeScene for the month of July. Are you looking for things to do in Abilene this summer? We are looking forward to fireworks, watermelon and summer salads. Also on the agenda, increasingly creative ways to stay cool and have fun in the Abilene summer sun. These are a few of our favorites #EventsToBeScene coming soon. July … [Read more...]