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SUMMER! It’s barbecues, vacations – and hot.

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Packed in this month’s pages we have cocktail recipes to keep you refreshed and summer wine suggestions. We take you inside some of Austin’s most prestigious venues and their pools you’re going to want to frequent to keep cool – and we explore our new favorite summer pastime, soccer!

Austin has a new soccer team and after a string of away games, they’re home for several games this summer and we couldn’t be more excited. To help welcome our first professional sports team we went to Austin FC’s practice facility for a photo shoot and a chat. We wish we had time to talk to all 26 players (which we hope to do over time!) but in the following pages check out our inteviews with players Diego Fagundez, Cecilio Dominguez and Brad Stuver as well as head coach Josh Wolff.

Our fashion columnist (and Estilo Boutique owner) Stephanie Coultress O’Neill breaks down the ensembles in which she dressed our cover models and we talked to Tecovas founder Paul Hedrick – because boots are always in style.

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INSIDE THE ISSUE JULY 2021

FEATURES 10 Step Into Style Tecovas are a year-round staple for both women and gents

11 The Man Behind the Brand It takes a village to build a brand like Tecovas and founder Paul Hedrick is just getting started

14 Kicking It with Austin FC We caught up with 3 of our 26 favorite players on Austin’s first professional sports team

24 Members Mostly A look inside some of Austin’s most coveted venues, what membership

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EVERY PAIR OF AUSTIN-BASED BRAND TECOVAS BOOTS ARE HANDCRAFTED BY MASTER BOOTMAKERS IN LEON, MEXICO, THE BOOT-MAKING CAPITAL OF THE WORLD. Although it varies by style, most boots go through a 200-step process to guarantee perfection from stitching to soles. Check Tecovas out in-person on South Congress or The Domain, where you can sip a Ranch Rider or Topo Chico while searching for the perfect addition to your Western wardrobe.

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The Man Behind the Brand IT TAKES A VILLAGE TO BUILD A BRAND LIKE TECOVAS AND FOUNDER PAUL HEDRICK IS JUST GETTING STARTED

Pau l Hed r ick Fou nder a nd C E O PAUL HEDRICK, FOUNDER & CEO OF TECOVAS Dallas born and bred, Paul Hedrick left Texas for college

WHAT DO YOU LOVE ABOUT AUSTIN FROM AN ENTREPRENEURIAL PERSPECTIVE?

at Harvard and did stints in Chicago and New York City. It

I love it. It’s been so fun to meet so many entrepreneurs

didn’t take too long for him to find his way back to Texas

here. I moved here in 2014 knowing I made a choice to

where he’s combined his business acumen, creativity and

live in a city that had growth and energy and electricity

passion for place to build one of Texas’s most beloved

and magnetism that I never really felt in other cities, and

homegrown boot (and Western clothing and accessory)

it’s only intensified since then.

brands. Today Tecovas has brick & mortar locations on South Congress and in The Domain and a dozen additional stores. We caught up with Paul for a quick chat.

WHAT SETS TECOVAS APART? We’re a human brand and this is a long journey for us.

We’re not a business model play. We’re not a direct-to-

DID YOU ALWAYS PLAN TO COME BACK TO TEXAS? Yes. It was a pretty major driver of my decision and

consumer internet business. We’re a brand that’s going to be around in 100 years.

made me think of doing boots specifically. I love Texas.

WHAT’S THE GOAL/VISION FOR THE FUTURE? HOW DID YOU DECIDE TO START A BOOT COMPANY?

Our publicly stated mission is to become the most

Four years out of school I got rejected from business

beloved heritage Western brand in the world. That has a

school and started to think about what I want to do with

few things baked into it, but the first word is beloved for

my life. I felt like it was the right moment in time to take

a reason. We’re going to focus on creating joy for people,

a risk and create something. The idea for Tecovas came

being human and giving people what they want.

along and I couldn’t let it go.

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KICKING IT WITH AUSTIN FC

WE CAUGHT UP WITH 3 OF OUR FAVORITE PLAYERS ON AUSTIN’S FIRST PROFESSIONAL SPORTS TEAM

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WEEKENDS GOING TO PROFESSIONAL SPORTING EVENTS AND ROOTING FOR THE HOME TEAM HAS LONG BEEN A LUXURY WE DIDN’T GET TO ENJOY IN AUSTIN – BUT THAT’S CHANGED WITH THE ARRIVAL OF AUSTIN FC. The soccer team is the first pro sports team to call Austin home, and they were worth waiting for. After playing their first seven games on the road while the finishing touches were put on Q2 Stadium, this month they’re enjoying a string of home games and soaking in the love of the fans that comes with it. But note: while the stadium seats 20,000, the parking lot only fits 5,000, so strongly consider taking one of several shuttles or rideshare if you’re lucky enough to get to a sold out game!

Whether watching in-person, at a viewing party around town or at home on TV, the team’s energy is amazing – and even better if you feel a personal connection to the players.

So, we caught up with three players and the head coach to help you get to know our new hometown heroes a bit better.

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D I EG O FAG U N D E Z

*Has played professionally since he was 15 and scored the team’s first ever goal. He dyed his hair platinum again two days after the shoot.

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WHAT’S YOUR FAVORITE PART ABOUT BEING ON THIS TEAM? That it’s a new team, we’re all getting to know each other, we’re all starting from the beginning as a new player and everyone has to earn their spot.

And the guys we have makes this team special.

DO YOU GET NERVOUS BEFORE GAMES?

I

do not get nervous before games. Is there times I overthink things? Yes. But nervous? No, I just go out there and make sure I’m having fun, make sure I’m loving the game and try to do everything possible to help my team win games.

DO YOU HAVE ANY PRE-GAME RITUALS? I do.

Number one is before the game I’m usually drinking mate. Then before the game I warm up in one pair of cleats but play the game in a different pair.

WHAT’S YOUR FAVORITE THING TO DO WHEN YOU’RE NOT PLAYING SOCCER? Hanging out with my kids or doing something outdoors like fishing, on a kayak, just out near the water.

HOW MANY TATTOOS DO YOU HAVE? More than 30. I started when I was young and I keep getting them.

WHICH WAS YOUR FIRST TATTOO AND WHICH WAS YOUR LATEST? My first one was my last name on left arm and my latest is a spider web on my knee cap.

FAVORITE QUOTE? “Dream. Believe. Achieve.” I have it tattooed on my right hand because when I was little I said you have to dream to become what you want, but when you’re dreaming you have to Believe in your-

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WHAT DOES IT SYMBOLIZE? I’m trying to make an

self that you can get there and then Achieve. If you put them all together

animal tree on my leg. I have a tiger, a bear and two

it’s what my life stands for, I always wanted to be a professional soccer

little cubs, which represent my two little kids. Then I

player, I believed in myself, but at the end of the day I had to achieve it.

have an elephant, which means protect and courage.

And now I can add Blessed to it.

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WHAT’S YOUR FAVORITE PART ABOUT BEING

DID YOU ALWAYS WANT TO BE A GOALIE? IT

ON THIS TEAM? So far, my favorite part is the fans.

SEEMS LIKE THE HARDEST POSITION? No, I wasn’t

They have been so welcoming and supportive.

always a goalkeeper. I was just the little brother, so I got thrown in the goal when my brother and his friends were playing. I played midfield in high school then

DO YOU HAVE ANY PRE-GAME RITUALS? There’s

gravitated towards goal-keeping and stuck with it.

one everyone keeps ragging on me for, our training and game socks have an R and an L on them to tell you what foot to wear them on and I always switch them.

WHAT DO YOU DO WHEN YOU’RE NOT ON THE FIELD? I’m a homebody, so if we have days off I enjoy sitting on my couch with my wife and my dog and watch TV, or my outlet is video games, I’m a big child.

YOU AND YOUR WIFE ARE REALLY INVOLVED WITH THE LAUNDRY PROJECT TO PROVIDE FREE LAUNDRY SERVICE FOR LOW-INCOME PEOPLE. Yeah, I fell in love with the idea because for so many people laundry is something you don’t have to think about, but through The Laundry Project we learned it was more of a luxury and that for so many people clean clothes isn’t something they have regularly but is something that can make a difference in their mentality, being in the work force, for a job interview.

FAVORITE QUOTE? “Everything happens for a reason.” It was my first tattoo. It was a saying my parents always said to me growing up whenever I was going through a tough time. You don’t always know why, but everything that happens to you and everything that you go through is meant to be and always makes you who you are now.

BRAD STUVER Goalie

*Austin FC marks Stuver’s first starting role after seven seasons in MLS. He’s quickly become a fan favorite for his fantastic saves.

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CECILIO DOMINGUEZ

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WHAT’S YOUR FAVORITE PART ABOUT BEING ON THIS TEAM? I am loving this new chapter in my career. My teammates and the coaching staff are sensational and have made me feel welcome since day one. The organization as a whole is exceptional, from the front office staff to the facilities, including St. David’s Performance Center and Q2 Stadium. As soon as I arrived in Austin, I knew I’d like it because the club is doing everything they can to ensure players and staff feel like they are part of a world-class organization. That is not easy to accomplish and Austin FC is certainly doing it!

DO YOU GET NERVOUS BEFORE GAMES? Not really, I normally feel at ease because I know I am going to do what I enjoy the most, which is playing soccer.

DO YOU HAVE ANY PRE-GAME RITUALS? I really don’t, I just try to be as ready and as focused as I can.

WHAT’S YOUR FAVORITE THING TO DO WHEN YOU’RE NOT ON THE FIELD? I love spending time with my family. We travel when we can, but as long as I am with my family, we can go for walks, travel, watch movies.

WHAT’S SOMETHING YOU LOVE IN AUSTIN? I really enjoy going to new places and feeling the vibe Austin offers. It’s a unique city and has something that makes you feel at home. I am looking forward to exploring it even more when we play more games at home.

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*Austin FC’s first ever Designated Player. Has previously played professionally for Paraguay, Mexico and Argentina.

JOSH WOLFF Played professionally for 14 years before transitioning to coaching.

He has three sons following in his footsteps.

WHAT’S YOUR FAVORITE PART ABOUT

ARE YOUR FEELINGS BEFORE A GAME DIF-

BEING A PART OF THIS TEAM? I think being

FERENT AS A COACH THAN A PLAYER? Yes,

the coach, of course. It’s a great opportunity

100% different. As a player you’re thinking about

and a great responsibility to bring a club to

your role within the team, but you are thinking

a city and to build it from nothing. To see the

more about your own individual world. As a

progress being made, that’s what you enjoy

coach you’re looking at every facet of the game,

being a coach or a teacher. So, seeing these

where we are physically, mentally. What was the

guys go out and be willing to work and enjoy

information you gave to each player prior to the

what they’re doing is the best part about being

game? Was it enough information? Was it too

part of the team.

much information? You’re thinking about 30 or 40 people rather than just mainly yourself.

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WHAT’S THE BIGGEST LESSON YOU LEARNED AS A PLAYER YOU TRY TO RELAY TO YOUR TEAM? I think competing is a big part of what we do and as a player, for me that was always present.

Whether you’re overcoming injuries or you’re out of form, there’s a responsibility to come to work every

I HEARD YOU STARTED SPANISH LES-

day and compete and to help this team continue to

SONS TO BETTER COMMUNICATE WITH

grow. We need guys to show up and have good inten-

SOME OF THE PLAYERS. Yes, during Covid

sity and a good understanding of what we’re doing,

I did an hour a morning three days a week,

but the willingness to come and compete, to compete

so I’ve learned a good bit. Not as much as

for your job, compete for your team, compete for your

I need to, but I have enough in the locker

city, for me as a player that was always a driver.

to be able to communicate. It’s helpful and our Spanish-speaking players, most of them are taking English classes so that we can

YOU HAVE A SON WHO JUST WENT PRO AND

bridge that communication aspect. Soccer

A SON IN THE ACADEMY. DO YOU GIVE YOUR

is soccer, so when you start talking about

SONS THE SAME ADVICE AS YOU GIVE YOUR

the game it’s pretty easy to get information

TEAM? No. We’re a pretty candid group. My wife

across to each other.

and I think it’s important to be honest with the kids.

I have an 18-year-old who plays in Atlanta, I have a 16-year-old who’s training with me, I have a 12-yearold who’s in our academy and two of them have seen me as a player and all of them as an assistant coach. We talk openly about the game. I think it’s

WHAT DO YOU LOVE ABOUT

important that we paint a real clear picture of what

BEING IN AUSTIN? I love the food.

they’re taking on. They love the game, they love the

I’m a foodie so I love all the good

energy and they also understand it needs to be fun.

food downtown and all of the places

So do I. My kids also hear a lot of what I say to the

between there and The Domain. It’s

team. (laughs) My work comes home with me.

just a cool city, the water, the hiking trails, there’s so much this city offers, it’s such an impressive city and we’ve

HAVE YOU SEEN TED LASSO? I have not. I have

really enjoyed getting settled in.

heard a lot about it, but I haven’t seen it.

ITS THEME IS THAT MORALE IS CRITICAL TO

FAVORITE QUOTE? I don’t really have one,

A TEAM’S SUCCESS. DO YOU AGREE WITH

but time is something I always talk about

THAT? Yeah, morale, chemistry and comradery are

with our players. It’s something that isn’t

huge components in MLS, probably more than any

infinite and you can’t get back. Time moves

league around the world. Americans are different in

quickly so you have to maximize that as a

that way. We take you in whether you’re from our

player, as a coach. In this career as a player,

country or not, so we have a very diverse group and

time runs out, so you make the most of every

I think it’s really important.

single day and every opportunity you have to play this game because in an instant it can be snatched away. It’s a fun job, but it’s not forever, so try to savor it and enjoy it.

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USTIN FC A P SUITING U

...IN SUMMER SUITS FROM ESTILO MEN

WE USUALLY ONLY SEE THE SOCCER PLAYERS IN

I played with patterned shirts to complement the solid

THEIR TEAM UNIFORMS, SO IT WAS FUN TO BE

color suits. For Cecilio Dominguez I let the “verde” suit

ABLE TO DRESS THEM UP IN SUITS FOR THE SHOOT.

stand alone and paired it with a crisp white shirt. It made

They’re so used to only wearing a uniform (which they

all of them look more GQ than FC and was fun to see a

call a ‘kit’), day after day that there was a tangible excite-

different side of the players.

ment when they put on the dapper duds. Since we’re heading into the thick of summer, I chose lightweight suits from Theory. They’re structured and clean but have

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stretch in them, which is important for athletes who like

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a bit more mobility. For Diego Fagundez and Brad Stuver

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A LOOK INSIDE SOME OF AUSTIN’S MOST COVETED VENUES, AND HOW YOU CAN GET A TASTE IRL IF YOU DON’T HAVE ONE

SOHO HOUSE AUSTIN 1011 South Congress, Austin, Texas 78704 https://www.sohohouse.com/ Soho House is a member’s only club for creatives with outposts from London to Mumbai. There are several in the states including houses in Miami, Malibu, Chicago, West Hollywood and three in NYC. Late May the latest location opened on Music Lane in Austin. The first Texas house features a restaurant, rooftop pool, screening room and 46 bedrooms.

Founder Nick Jones started Soho House in 1995 to be “a home for creative people to come together; a platform that fosters creativity in all its forms, where people can share ideas and make connections,” and has stayed true to the mission. On the newest addition he says, ‘Austin has such an interesting, flourishing creative scene. We launched Cities Without Houses membership here a few years ago, and as we’ve seen the membership grow with local creatives from all different industries and backgrounds, we knew Austin could add a lot to our global membership.” We agree.

The Austin House incorporates Texas flare brought in large part by the art collection which comprises 72 artists who are born, based or trained in Texas, with an emphasis on those currently working in Austin. Artwork by Austin duo Teresa Hubbard and Alexander Birchler which references the history of Texan cinema, can be found outside the screening room and the rooftop pool is surrounded by sunloungers upholstered in a Texas tribal pattern.

While the house is members-only, look out for a Soho Friends option coming soon that will allow non-members to book rooms and enjoy many of the amenities during their stay.

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THE PERSHING 2415 E 15th St, Austin, T X78702 https://thepershing.com Though The Pershing is proudly in Austin-only, the private social, dining and music club recently announced they formed reciprocal club agreements with over 40 of the finest invitation-only clubs around the globe, available for their members to begin booking immediately. Find a full list here: https://thepershing.com/ reciprocal-clubs/.

But, the landscape will be so good right here members may not want to leave. The Pershing also recently went public with plans for a major expansion that will include a new pool, cabanas, casitas for overnight stays, conference rooms and co-working space as well as a luxurious steam room and sauna! They’re finalizing the architectural details and plan to break ground in 2022.

In the interim, The Pershing has a full slate of programing hosting live music (and lots of exclusive after parties for acts here on tour), comedy shows, curated dinners with music inspired by the food, Chef’s Table events, weekly poker nights, and other events curated to connect members in meaningful ways.

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Inside The Pershing, photo courtesy of Ben Porter

The Pershing by night, photo courtesy of Ben Porter

“Pershing is more than a place, it is a feeling.

our community and a shared creative expression of

We have curated a diverse community of people

what it means to be an Austinite. Live music, love of

creating positive changes in a city that is expand-

art, incredible food, and creative spirits are certainly

ing at a rate that is difficult to match,” General

pillars of this, but it really is so much more. It’s a

Magazine Kyle Lauterbach told Austin Life. Dannye

feeling, a community, a creative expression, it’s your

Donnell, the Director of Business Development

personal Cheers (where everybody knows your

added, “Pershing is a unique place, and it’s difficult

name), albeit much more refined and elevated. It’s

to articulate just what makes it special until you

the best place on earth to get a martini.”

experience it. My words won’t do it justice. Our

If you’re not a member, you can still get a

community is akin to what I imagine people feel

glimpse of the magic behind the doors of The

when they go to church, we are a brotherhood and

Pershing at one of a regular slate of shows open

sisterhood. But, we are united in a broader sense

to the public. Check out their website to see what’s

of community and what it means to be human in

coming up and for membership inquiries, visit:

Austin. We are united by the things we love within

https://thepershing.com/membership/.

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Hotel St. Cecilia, photo by Nick Simonite

HOTEL SAINT CECILIA 112 Academy Dr, Austin, TX 78704 https://hotelsaintcecilia.com Hotel Saint Cecilia was my introduction to Austin when I stayed there during my first visit for a SXSW more than a decade ago. The memory is part of what inspired my move here earlier this year. The timeless property is named after Saint Cecilia, the patron saint of music and poetry. The lush private oasis with a rock & roll meets Southern hospitality vibe is a heartbeat from bustling South Congress. It includes 20-rooms outfitted in a retro and rock-inspired pieces, an intimate lounge, bar with a fireplace, a heated pool, and an outdoor patio umbrellaed by a large live oak. Drawing from the notable writers, musicians and artists of the 1960s and 1970s, Hotel Saint Cecilia is transports visitors to another time. The caveat – it’s only open to members and hotel guests. Membership is annual and includes access to Hotel Saint Cecilia’s Lounge and Pool, one complimentary night stay, exclusive room rates at Hotel Saint Cecilia and the entire Bunkhouse and Standard portfolio of hotels, annual event programming, a retail discount at the venue’s store and priority access to private event booking. But, you don’t need to be a member to take a staycation by booking a room.

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The 'Soul'ful pool at Hotel Saint Cecilia, photo by Nick Simonite

Hotel Saint Cecilia's magical courtyard, photo by Nick Simonite

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CPE Pool

Lutie's, the restaurant open to the public, has an ice cream cart

“ T h e o l d - c h a r m fe e l l a v i s h estate with modern touches s p r e a d s a c r o s s 10 a c r e s .”

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COMMODORE PERRY ESTATE

the main restaurant on the property, named after the

4100 Red River St. Austin, TX 78751

estate matriarch Nannie Lewette “Lutie” Perry, is open

https://aubergeresorts.com/commodoreperry

to the public. Lutie’s features a culinary program from

Photos: Courtesy of Commodore Perry Estate,

husband-and-wife chef team Bradley Nicholson and

Auberge Resorts Collection

Susana Querejazu’s, formerly of acclaimed local estab-

Drive down Red River and you’ll see the sign that

lishments like Barley Swine and Odd Duck. We recom-

says Commodore Perry Estate and just the start of

mend you try to book a reservations asap – available

the lush landscapes that unfold over the property, a

(maybe) on OpenTable. You can take a look at CPE’s

part of the Auberge Resorts family. The old-charm

calendar of events on their website.

feel lavish estate with modern touches spreads across

Ranging from Sunday picnics in the gardens, weekday

10 acres largely only accessible to members, but…

punchbowl socials and bi-weekly wine tastings to monthly

Anyone can book a room on the property and be

chef dinners, holiday activities and art workshops on their

privy to soaking in a day on the grounds. And Luties,

website, although they’re only open to members.

CPE Grounds Photos: Courtesy of Commodore Perry Estate, Auberge Resorts Collection

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CULINARY CREATIONS

SUMMER SIPS IMPRESS YOUR GUESTS WITH THESE REFRESHING LIBATIONS WHETHER YOU’RE MIXING UP COCKTAILS FOR A COUPLE OF FRIENDS, PLANNING A FULL-ON SUMMER SOIREE, OR JUST WANT TO TREAT YOURSELF ON A HOT TEXAS AFTERNOON, IT’S NICE TO HAVE SOME DELICIOUS DRINK RECIPES ON HAND. For this issue we chose a couple menu favorites to order when out, and one from Frankly’s Organic Vodka, a wellness shot-inspired spirit with inventive flavors made from real fruits, roots and botanitcals.

L A S A N D I A M E N TA N

1

UMBER

At Idle Hands

Sip this simple spirited refresher while people watching on Rainey Street, or make it at home.

ONE

INGREDIENTS + 2 oz Deep Eddy Original Vodka

+ ¾ oz lime juice

+ 2 oz watermelon juice

+ Sparkling Water

+ ½ oz Naranja Orange Liqueur

+ Mint spring

+ ½ oz simple

DIRECTIONS 1. Pour everything except the sparkling water and mint spring into a shaker 2. Shake 3. Strain into Collins glass with cubed ice 4. Top with sparkling water 5. Garnish with mint sprig

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SPICY

RIDE OR DIE

At Revelry Kitchen & Bar

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It was hard to choose between sharing this one or their Frozen Cherry Limeade, but we went with the Ride or Die – a little sweet and a l i t t l e s p i c y . A p e r f e c t s u m m e r c o c k t a i l .

2

UMBER

TWO

INGREDIENTS + 1.5oz Habanero-Infused tequila + .5oz Agave + .5oz Lime Juice

+ .25oz Mango Purée

DIRECTIONS 1. Add all ingredients to a shaker.

2. Shake well and serve over ice.

3. Garnish with chile salt rim and lime wheel.

The Ride or Die at Revelry Kitchen & Bar Photo by Nate Beels

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UMBER

F R A N K LY ’ S S A LT Y D O G

TH

When it ’s a warm afternoon and we can’t decide if we want to reach for a healthy juice or take a take a ‘summer Friday’ and jump into happy ho ur, we of te n reac h f o r Frank l y ’s O rganic Vo dka and mi x i t wi th our favorite fresh juices. Compromise.

N

REE

INGREDIENTS + ½ Kosher Salt

+ Pinch of Cinnamon

+ Zest from 1 lime

+ ½ oz fresh lime juice

+ 2 oz Frankly Grapefruit

+ 4oz sparkling grapefruit juice

Organic Vodka

DIRECTIONS 1. Blend salt and zest.

2. Smear lime on rim of glass and dip in salt Frankly's Salty Dog

3. Mix ingredients in glass, stir and garnish with a grapefruit slice.

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FOOD & WINE

STRAIGHT FROM A SOMMELIER

Summer Wine Guide THE SEARCH FOR TEXAN WINES THAT PAIR TO SUMMER DOES NOT GO ON LONG. Throw a stone in the state and you’ll find a glass popping with opulent fruit, smoke and spice, and playful wisps of aromatic desert herbs that take a gentle hand to coax out.

Warning: The following wines are for lovers of the locally-made, the adventurous, and those who are looking These are just-released, one-of-a-kind wines made

in a can. Consider the scrumptious crack-and-hiss on

from heat-thriving, sun-basking, 100% Texas grapes.

opening. Yes. That initial spray of rose that tickles your cheek and smells so fruity. The feel of cold metal against

1. Finally The Bride -

your palm. You can rock away in your hammock or tube

2020 Roussanne, William Chris Vineyards

or boat with Sway rose - slummin’ it in a 375ml can -

The first stone we threw hit a 2020 Roussanne (a grape

and let the winegrowers at Yes We Can Wine do what

whose name is based on the word ‘rouge’) from William

they do best. Have no fear, these are quality grapes,

Chris Vineyards in Hye, Texas, which conveniently has

“field-blend style”, from the most productive quality

just won a coveted Judge’s Selection Medal at TEXSOM

grape-growing region in Texas - the Texas High Plains

International Wine Competition this April! William Chris,

AVA (think panhandle). Pair to snack and don’t take this

like many other modern Texas labels, has devoted time

one too seriously people.

to rescuing this garnet-colored white wine grape from its long stereotype as a ‘blending grape’. Sadly, creamy,

3. The Dark Side -

earthy Roussanne is classically a bridesmaid, but never

2020 Texas High Plains Rose, Lost Draw Cellars

the bride. This 2020 medal-wearing Roussanne is the

The other side of the rose coin is savoriness, texture,

blushing beauty that stands subtly golden, brightly

rich spice, and daring flavor combinations from grapes

crisp, yet generous and warm with expertly woven oak

that are not typically blended together. Lost Draw

spice. Uncork next to a beurre blanc and large-flake fish,

Cellars in Fredericksburg brings innovatively designed

the delicate umami of oyster mushrooms, or use as a

wines that push the envelope and express serious, raw

refreshing cornerstone to an all-out lakeside barbecue.

flavor. Also featuring Texas High Plains grapes, their

Serve cold, but not too cold.

newly released 2020 Texas High Plains Rose features all red grapes. This means deeper, darker, structural, tex-

2. Take It Down A Notch -

tural rose from an exotic mix of Mourvedre, Sangiovese,

2020 Sway Rose, Yes We Can Wines

Cinsault, and Grenache. The flavor compounds teased

While dining in a fine restaurant is lovely, with the best

out by the High Plains signature Amarillo sandy loam

crystal stemware and a sommelier saying fancy words

soil and the unapologetic Texas sun rays are all incom-

in a worldy accent, sometimes what you really want is

parable to any other region in the world. If dry, raw, rich,

an honest, quality Texas wine that hits all the senses...

and exquisite is your style, we’ve got you.

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ARTICLE KELSEY KRAMER

to taste something they have never deigned to before.

1.

2.

2020 Roussanne, William Chris Vineyards

2020 Sway Rose, Yes We Can Wines

3.

4.

2020 Texas High Plains Rose, Lost Draw Cellars

Wanderer Series Relief Project II, William Chris Vineyards

4. Finally, Some Relief - Wanderer Series Relief Project II, William Chris Vineyards

grill, or, a bag of potato chips if that’s more your speed

You may be relieved to hear that summer months

— William Chris Vineyards Wanderer Series Relief

are not just white and rose -- pick yourself a red that

Project, round two. Not only about wandering into new

you can chill down. Red and rose wines may have more

innovative wine territory (using classic grapes in new

similarities than you’d think, starting with often using

ways), this project is also about offering relief to Texas

the same red-tinted wine grapes! Generally these

food banks through an organization called Feeding

chill-able reds are light in color, have bright acidity, and

Texas. This may be the ultimate local wine, partially in

an explosive fruit character that can get a bit closer to

thanks to Austin-born sommelier and collaborator, Ali

bubblegum when served too warm. We recommend

Schmidt, of Emmer & Rye. Thanks for everything Ali,

this Cinsault-based red blend with anything off the

now let’s raise a glass to Texans helping Texans!

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HOT SPOT HE SAID HE CHOSE THIS RECIPE BECAUSE, “PIRIPIRI CHICKEN MAY AS WELL BE THE NATIONAL DISH OF PORTUGAL. The love for it has spread to all its former colonies, including Goa, where you more fre-

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quently find it with the addition of tropical fruits and local spices.” He adds, “Barbecue chicken is the unofficial summer food for us here in the US, so you can use this recipe to take yours to the next level.”

Pro Tip: He says, “Due to the sugar content in the marinade, keep a close eye on the color when you’re grilling. Rotate often!”

VIXEN’S WEDDING CHEF KARSTEN SPIETH SHARED THE GOAN-INSPIRED RESTAURANT’S MOUTH-WATERING PIRI-PIRI CHICKEN DISH. ARTICLE JENNIFER BIRN

PIRI-PIRI CHICKEN At the restaurant we grill whole chickens, but at home I use bone in breasts and thighs, totaling around 3 pounds.

1. Toast dried chilies in a pan until fragrant; remove seeds and MARINADE: + 1 cup Pineapple, roughly diced + 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro + 1 2-inch piece fresh ginger, peeled and sliced + 1 large shallot, peeled, quartered + 5 garlic cloves, peeled + 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil

soak in warm water 2. Pulse shallot, garlic, and ginger in food processor until finely chopped 3. Add remainder of marinade ingredients and blend until almost smooth 4. Place chicken in a sealable bag with all but 6 tablespoons of the marinade. Rest for minimum 4 hours, preferably overnight.

5. Heat grill to 325 degrees F. Whether it’s gas or charcoal, keep

ingredient s

+ 1/4 cup fresh lime juice

your heat source relegated to one side of the grill, to cook the

+ 2 teaspoons kosher salt

chicken in the indirect heat.

+ 1 teaspoon ground black pepper + 1 teaspoon freshly ground cinnamon stick + 2 teaspoons ground coriander seed + 2 whole dried kashmiri chilies, or other small dried chili + 1 whole bird’s eye or thai chill

6. Place chicken skin side up on the grill, on the side opposite your heat source.

7. Close lid and cook until skin is browned and chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165 degrees F at its thickest parts. Check and rotate your chicken frequently!

8. While chicken is cooking, prepare your glaze by melting butter over medium heat and adding the remaining 6 tablespoons of marinade. Simmer for 2 minutes.

9. Transfer chicken to a platter and cover with glaze, garnish with

GLAZE:

fresh cilantro and lime wedges.

+ 4 tablespoons butter + 6 tablespoons marinade

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