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Handiwork: Bratwurst

By Lisa Fain Photography by Lisa Fain “What do you think of the texture? Does it remind you of a turkey burger?” my friend Matt asked

Champurrado to Die For

By Lucinda Hutson Photography by Lucinda Hutson It can strike in the dead of night—the gnawing obsession for something profoundly desired or missed. It’s an almost

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Alamo Drafthouse

Photography by Jody Horton Chef John Bullington’s all-local Slacker Sandwich: Grill white bread from Moonlight Bakery. Smear one side with Berdoll Pecan Farm’s pecan butter and

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On the Town

By David AlanPhotography by Jenna Noel A short time ago, the “cocktail revolution” began to blossom in major cities across the country—an uprising against pre-made

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The French Connection

By Jardine LibairePhotography by Andy Sams Some say that Austin’s smoky blue sunlight, red rocks and wild rosemary make it a dead ringer for the

Grown with Pride

By Helen CordesPhotography by Jenna Noel Fans of the fungi know the moment that promises prime palate pleasure—when smooth slices of mushroom surrender to the

A Cultured Pearl

By MM PackPhotography by Jody Horton (left) and Sandy Powers (right)  Something exciting is going on in San Antonio. The landmark Pearl Brewery is being

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The Leaning Pear

Photography by Jody Horton Local Fried Green Tomatoes from Montesino Ranch (Wimberley) with Oma’s & Opa’s Farm sunflower sprouts (Fredericksburg) and Buttermilk Dill Dressing (dill from

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Surviving Summer

By David Alan Photography by Jenna Noel Beginning at an early age, we Texans develop mechanisms for dealing with the summer heat. As a child, I

Summertime One-Two Punch

By Lucinda HutsonPhotography by Lucinda Hutson Summertime and the livin’ is easy—even easier with a cool drink in hand! Join me in the garden where

Life Preserver

By Stefani X. Austin Photography by Stefani X. Austin “You know they sell that stuff at the grocery store,” my husband says with a smirk. “Whole

Well-Preserved

By Eugenia Bone Photography by Megan Schlow and Andrew Brucker About 25 percent of all households in the U.S. preserve foods—the majority of whom live in