Three local restaurants have been serving Abilene for nearly nine decades Drive around just about any area of Abilene and you’ll likely see a new restaurant in some phase of construction, to go along with all the others that have opened in recent years. But many Abilenians have the addresses of the city’s three oldest restaurants committed to memory and stop by as often as … [Read more...]
Family Fair Fun
If you’re from Abilene, you know that when the fair comes, the rain comes. After a long, wet week, it finally dried up, and I took advantage of it! My family and I have gone to the West Texas Fair every year since I was a little girl. My best memories are this time of year. Going back to school and getting my pretty colorful fair ticket. “Let’s go mom, we can get in for … [Read more...]
Abilene’s West Texas Fair
Funnel Cakes, Ferris Wheels and Tractor Pulls – Oh My!! By April Mercer Each September on the eastern border of our sweet city, we Abilenians have the opportunity to experience a sensory overload when the West Texas Fair & Rodeo comes to town. Nostalgic family fun awaits as the carnival midway quickly appears, bringing with it decadent offerings of food, unique exhibits, … [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...]
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...]