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...]
Inch by Inch
Curtains, Rugs, Pillows, and Wall Art Decorating your home begins with imagination coupled with inspiration. But in the end, it comes down to details. And for many, those details are difficult to nail down. Though design is a creative process, there are some hard and fast rules that, when used, bring the overall look of your space into balance. Here are some tips and … [Read more...]
Date Night with Refuge Ranch
Amber and Jason Groves believe the best way to connect is to disconnect. At Refuge Ranch, their idyllic retreat nestled among the oaks and cedar groves of Buffalo Gap, guests can do just that. Refuge Ranch was born out of what Jason describes a “deep dive” he and Amber took into their lives around the beginning of 2017. It was during this time when the couple, who were in … [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...]
Twists on Thanksgiving Sides
With Chef Greg L. Gee of Cypress Street Station For a chef, Thanksgiving can be a surprisingly relaxing holiday. That’s because it’s the one meal where every family member has to pitch in. Greg L. Gee, chef at Cypress Street Station, comes from a family of cooks. Everyone contributes when the family gets together. For his south-Texas family, it’s a time to enjoy their family … [Read more...]