When Esmael Perez drove from San Angelo to Georgia to visit family back in 2021, he noticed an abandoned restaurant on the side of I-20. It sparked his interest, and he thought about that place for the rest of his visit. On his way back through Texas, he stopped to take a look. Perez is in a family of restauranteurs. His relatives own restaurants in Texas, Georgia, and … [Read more...]
H&H Beverage
In February 2023, the newest location of H&H Beverage opened on Denali Drive. It is a showstopper. Built by Kyle Paul, and designed by Paul and H&H owner John Hurd, this store feels like an upscale boutique but with a large selection. When guests walk in, the first thing they will notice is the beautiful maple cabinetry and exciting displays of bourbon barrels, a Shiner … [Read more...]
Makers + Creators Marketplace and Patio at Elm Creek
A People Party Productions has been hosting pop-ups and events to promote creative small businesses since 2013. What started with a mini pop-up ten years ago at The Cloisters, the Mezamiz Coffee House courtyard, flourished into larger venues downtown. Unfortunately, in 2020, the business found itself at a standstill due to the Covid pandemic. After the Covid shutdown passed … [Read more...]
Jordan Lee Salon
On March 31, 2022, Jare Smith opened the doors of Jordan Lee Salon for the Abilene community. It’s named for her children’s middle names, and just like her children, the business is near and dear to her heart. Jordan Lee Salon seeks to create an atmosphere where clients feel valued and special. Smith describes the space as calm and inviting, a place where worship music is … [Read more...]
OsteoStrong
Ron and Suanna Davis learned about OsteoStrong the hard way, but they are making it easy for others to discover its benefits. The couple had never heard of OsteoStrong until Ron read a book titled “Life Force” by Tony Robbins, an entrepreneur and life and business strategist. The book touted OsteoStrong and Ron was intrigued. Suanna had broken a hip, and OsteoStrong sounded … [Read more...]