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March 2024

LAMMES CANDIES

LOCAL CANDY MAKER PROVIDING SWEET DREAMS FOR OVER 139 YEARS WORDS BY STACEY INGRAM KALEH | PHOTOS BY LAMMES In the Local Legends series, we

Rooted in Love

RECONNECTING WITH TEXAS MEXICAN PLANT-BASED INGREDIENTS WORDS BY PAULA NIÑO KEHR Texas Mexican cuisine is a culinary tradition steeped in history. Its roots stretch back

Salmon and Goat Cheese Appetizers

Recipe and photos by Pauline Stevens Serves 4 8 oz goat cheese 1/4 t. fresh dill, oregano or chives3-5 slices smoked salmon1 baguette1T. olive oil1

TANTALIZING TEMPRANILLO

SETTING TEXAS WINE APART WORDS BY STACEY INGRAM KALEH William Chris Vineyards photo by Ralph Yznaga Perhaps more than any other locally grown grape, Texas

Blossom Bliss

SPRINGTIME ADVENTURES IN FLOWER FARMING WORDS BY ASHLEY BROWN | PHOTOS BY MONIQUE THREADGILL It’s that time of year when the monotony of driving on

NOTABLE EDIBLES

WORDS BY MONIQUE THREADGILL INTERO CHEFS DEBUT NEW RESTAURANT POETA Photo by Chase Daniel We have an exciting addition to Austin’s vibrant culinary scene with

Wholesome Hummus

Recipe and photos by Pauline Stevens 1 clove garlic, smashed2 cans garbanzo beans (approx. 15 oz ea.), drained8 T. tahini1 oz. extra virgin olive oil,

Ranch Hands

RANCH BRAND WINE & SPIRITS IS PROVING THAT HIGH-END CAN ALSO BE HIGHLY AFFORDABLE WORDS BY ASHLEY BROWN The company that began with 20 pallets

WHAT’S ON OUR COUNTER

WORDS BY ADDISON STARR | PHOTOS BY MONIQUE THREADGILL Calderon Curations Graze Boxes Photo courtesy of Calderon Curations First on the lineup in this issue

Seven Must-See Farmers Markets

OUR LOCAL EXPERT SHARES SOME OF HER FAVES WORDS BY YOLANDA NAGY Yolanda Nagy by Michael Maly It is officially springtime, so that means grab