Chase and Samantha Dennis had a vision. As parents of preschool-aged boys living in Houston, the couple saw stores catering to children that were more than simply places to buy apparel and accessories – they were gathering spaces for parents and kids alike. So when the family moved to Abilene in 2020, they wanted to create a similar type of establishment that went well … [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...]
SunnHaus Brewing
What’s a European farmhouse style brewery with an odd sounding German name doing on a country road near Potosi? Booming business, that’s what. Walk into SunnHaus Brewing Project on 344 Clark Road, and you are walking into more than a new business--it’s a whole new experience. The electronic menu features unusual brew names like Red Borschetta, SunnGold, Burro Dorado Saison, … [Read more...]
The Majestic
Located on Pine Street, this coffee shop may be new in downtown Abilene, but it serves up a deep history in its building and its brews. The Majestic was formerly located at the Hallows, a coffee shop and cocktail bar, further north on Pine Street. During the coronavirus lockdowns, owner Sam Wolfe decided to split the coffee shop from the cocktail bar and open the Majestic with … [Read more...]
The Ice House at Lone Star Dry Goods
It’s all about music at The Ice House. Everything from the decor to the food and drinks, to the entertainment - it all centers on music and the home-grown joy of having a beer. Owners Ted and Allicyn Evans planned it that way all as part of the unique atmosphere of their businesses. The Ice House is located in downtown Abilene on the corner of Walnut and North 2nd … [Read more...]