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LIFESTYLE LETTER

OCTOBER 2020 PUBLISHER

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Let's Eat!

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OH BOERNE, ARE YOU IN FOR A TREAT. This month is all about food — the

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It’s easy to get stuck in a rut and find yourself eating the same things each day. We get it; we’re all busy, and we have our go-to meals that we know will feed the family for the whole week. We return to our favorite restaurants and order our favorite dish every time because we know it is always amazing. But, this month it is time to branch out and tantalize your taste buds. Try something new; you might find a fresh staple to add to the rotation. And we’re here to point you

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INSIDE THE ISSUE OCTOBER 2020

FEATURES 08 An unforgettable meal by Chef Keith Kuhn Valeria Ristorante Italiano enjoys repeat customers

18 The latest hot spot Richter Tavern offers excellent indoor and outdoor seating

30 Hill Country Daily Bread Ministries Hope begins with a box

34 From the past: the Harvey Wallbanger Invented in 1952 the cocktail

34 18

became popular in the 1970s and again in the 1990s

DEPARTMENTS 4

Lifestyle Letter

Local Limelight

Road Trip

Renovate & Refine

Hot Spot

22 Artistâ€™s Palette 24 DIY 26 Food & Wine 30 Giving Back 34 Times Past

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A n u n fo r g e t t a b l e m e a l b y C h e f Ke i t h K u h n DINERS ENJOY VALERIA RISTORANTE ITALIANO TIME AND AGAIN

SOMETIMES A MEAL IS SO DELICIOUS THAT IT

now owned by his brother. Most of the food is locally

STICKS IN YOUR MEMORY LONG AFTER THE DISHES

sourced, coming from Boerne farmers as well as Valeria’s

HAVE BEEN WASHED AND PUT AWAY. These meals

own garden. Everything is GMO-free, and almost every-

are always born out of a true passion for food, some-

thing is made with organic products. Currently the hours

thing you can easily find at Chef Keith Kuhn’s Valeria

are from 5 until 9 p.m. Monday through Saturday.

Italian Restaurant. Situated at 109 Waterview Parkway

Valeria has been observing all the state-mandated

off South Main Street in Boerne, Valeria offers the kind

orders following the COVID-19 pandemic, with socially dis-

of quality-sourced and healthy meals that can’t be

tanced tables, hand sanitizer, and a mask-wearing require-

easily forgotten.

ment for all patrons and employees unless they’re seated

Founded in 2014, Valeria Restaurant has since been

at a table to eat. Before COVID-19, Valeria Restaurant was

offering Boerne patrons a wide variety of Italian dishes as

known for hosting large wine and food pairing events, the

well as a long list of wines from all over Europe. Owner

last one taking place in February with over 100 attendees.

Keith Kuhn sources his wine from Serendipity Wines, a

Although these events have been temporarily halted due

distribution company in Austin that he started in 2009,

to the pandemic, the next event will hopefully take place

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ARTICLE JANSEN BEAN | PHOTOGRAPHY KATE COOLEY/COOLEY PORTRAITS

Homemade lasagna with handmade noodles and Bolognese sauce, grass-fed beef, Italian tomatoes, dried oregano, and organic milk

this fall, although the number of attendees will be limited to about 30 people. Keith has been cooking since 1992. He worked in the Chef Keith Kuhn

wine distribution industry for ten years, including a fiveyear stint from 2010-2015 distributing and importing wine globally all over Europe and Asia. Keith’s extensive international experience and background have created in him an intense passion for quality food and wine, and Valeria is the result of an almost lifelong dream to start a restaurant. Despite the difficulty of being the only cook currently working at the store, he described his love for food as a daily passion, “When I’m off work, I dream about food. When I’m at work, I dream about food.” According to Keith, about sixty to seventy percent of Valeria Restaurant’s patrons are repeat customers. This led to an extremely packed house the first night when reopening after the recent lock down. The most popular dish is the homemade lasagna, with handmade noodles and Bolognese sauce, grass-fed beef, Italian tomatoes, dried oregano, and organic milk. No matter what you’re craving, Valeria Restaurant is sure to deliver an unforgettable meal. His personal favorite dish at Valeria is the Linguini Pescatore, a spicy seafood dish with scallops, clams, mussels, tomatoes, garlic, basil, and fresh Calabrian chiles grown in the garden. Kuhn also recently opened Nico’s Burgers right next to Valeria, where he currently works as the only cook as well. This leads to a rather rigorous schedule that involves moving over to Valeria after Nico’s Burgers closes every day, but Keith’s passion for what he does keeps him going.

Linguini Pescatore, a spicy seafood dish with scallops, clams, mussels, tomatoes, garlic, basil, and fresh Calabrian chiles grown in the garden

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ROAD TRIP

Stairway into Old Bat Tunnel

THIS FALL SEASON MAY BE THE PERFECT CHANCE TO CHECK OUT SOME OF TEXASâ€™ BEST ADVENTURE SPOTS ARTICLE WHITNEY GRUNDER

Fall hard for the open road

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SUMMER WEATHER MAY BE COMING TO A CLOSE, BUT THE TEXAS HEAT IS JUST BEGINNING TO SETTLE. You and yours have plenty of chances to get off the couch, cool down, and enjoy the great outdoors. Pack your bags and adventure out this fall – see something new and beautiful that brings you joy and feeds your spirit. Start your journey with a visit to Guadalupe River State Park, less than thirty minutes from Boerne. Most visitors come here to cool off with a swim in the spring-fed waters. The riverbanks entice those looking to fish, tube, and canoe. If you are hoping to stay dry, the park itself lends itself to a plethora of outdoor activities. Have a picnic, find peace bird watching, or do some thrill seeking with mountain bikes or horseback riding. Explore 13 miles of hike and bike trails. There are so many ways to enjoy the epic hill country scenery, with its beautiful cliffs and towering cypress trees. Camping is also an option – just make sure you check the Texas Parks And Wildlife website for any closures. Remember to keep in mind that Styrofoam and glass are not allowed along the riverbanks and while in the river. If you aren’t willing to settle for just one state park this fall (and why should you?), let your curiosity lead you to exploring Blanco State Park, 104.6-acres stretching along a mile of the Blanco River. This hilly and diverse park contains several wildlife viewing stations, along with places to camp and picnic. The park even offers screened shelters along the river which allow up to eight people per site. The cabins include water, electricity, picnic tables, and a fire ring with a grill if you are looking to take your camping to the next level. For those who can’t get enough time in the refreshing waters, make a splash. The Blanco River is wonderful for swimming, fishing, paddling, and boating options. Fishing enthusiasts do not need a license to fish from shore within the park and will find the river teeming with trout and large mouth bass, especially during the winter season when Texas Parks and Wildlife stocks the river with trout. Outdoor enthusiasts and adventurers should add at least one more stop to your fall travel checklist. Check out the Old Tunnel State Park, the historic railroad tunnel of the Fredericksburg and Northern Railway, which stopped its operations in 1942. Since being reclaimed as a state park, the deserted railroad tunnel now hosts

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over 3 million Mexican free-tailed bats and 3,000 cave myotis bats. You can catch this amazing sight through the end of October. Arrive before the sun sets to witness the bats as they take flight into the night. You will have the choice to view the bat emergence from the two free upper viewing areas, or you can participate in a lower viewing area tour. If you are interested in enhancing your overall bat knowledge, there are several educational programs that take place throughout the week. Contact the park for more information on how to participate. Additionally, be sure to inquire before you visit due to COVID-19 social distancing guidelines. At this time, no more than ten people are allowed in each bat viewing area. With a little extra planning, you can still witness this extraordinary occurrence. With so many of us cooped up indoors, struggling to find inspiration from behind our computer screens, it’s time to step outside and into the sunshine. There are many outdoor options just beyond your backyards. We hope these suggestions will inspire you to want to explore more. Step outside, take in a breath of fresh air, and take on a new adventure. Play safely as you hit the open road.

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RENOVATE & REFINE WOOD AND MARBLE MAKE A PERFECT COMBINATION

beautiful kitchen renovations

+ kitchen 1

+ kitchen 2

The kitchen was completely gutted and

This kitchen was completely transformed.

rebuilt. It has white cabinets with Shaker

Cabinets were a dark blue and the counter-

style doors. The perimeter counter tops

tops were black granite. We opened up the

were done in the Cambria “Queen Anne”

kitchen bringing in more light from the back

Series Quartz. The island was painted in

hallway and then painting the cabinets white

navy blue to accent the kitchen and was

inside and out. Cabinets were lighted and the

topped with “Natural Walnut Wood” counter

main island and sink area were installed with

tops. Mixing counter tops brought an ele-

Cambria “Ella.” All of the dark light absorb-

gance to the small space.

ing surfaces were removed. The clean look of the Cambria countertops, white cabinets, and a new Carrara backsplash made this a kitchen in which you would want to work.

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PHOTOGRAPHY TRACY TAHA/HILL COUNTRY REAL ESTATE PHOTOGRAPHY

ARTICLE MARK BURNS/BOERNE KITCHENS AND BATHS

+ kitchen 3

+ kitchen 4

This beautiful kitchen was expanded from

This kitchen was gutted removing all the

a small U shaped kitchen and took in the

stained cabinets. The kitchen was recon-

unused dining room. The owner had already

figured and new stainless appliances were

picked the island top which is “mesquite

installed. Countertops include the Natural

slabs with one natural edge.” It really dom-

Cedar Bar and the primary working areas

inates the room with its stunning finish and

are SileStone ® “Cemento Spa” which was

large presence. The perimeter of the kitchen

used throughout the remainder of the home.

is done in “Fantasy Brown Marble” in a leathered finish. As beautiful as that is, the eyes are still drawn to the Island top. This kitchen also has a third countertop in a baking area. Carrara Marble was installed for baking.

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HOT SPOT

RICHTER TAVERN OFFERS EXCELLENT INDOOR AND OUTDOOR SEATING

The Latest Hot Spot IN A BUILDING BUILT AT 153 MAIN STREET

overlooking the heart of downtown Boerne.

IN BOERNE BETWEEN 1915 AND 1920, ARNO

Menu items change every so often from shrimp

RICHTER OPENED RICHTER’S GARAGE IN

tacos to shrimp and grits and from calzones to

1918. After he passed on, the building housed

pizza. In September the flights of margaritas

a Ford dealership and then an antique mall in

were introduced to great demand.

the following decades. Guy and Joi Sanders

The lower floor’s breezeway includes an

purchased the building and in 2016 set about

authentic Model-T along with original auto parts

a huge transformation. The historic building

and old whiskey bottles found in the once-al-

whose name the couple revived as a nod to its

leyway between the Richter Garage and Max’s

original owner houses Richter Tavern, Richter

bar. Historical photos of the building are on the

Cork and Keg, and Richter Bakhaus. The venues

walls. Silent movie clips play on the walls both

are upscale and American-inspired. The food

upstairs and downstairs. Throughout the build-

and drink menus are very popular.

ing is original artwork by owner Guy Sanders.

Upstairs is Boerne’s latest hot spot for lunch

Richter Cork and Keg offers lunch and din-

and dinner with a unique drink menu. Richter

ner, premium wines, local and national craft

Tavern with the ornate, solid-cherry wooden bar

brews. Richter Bakhaus is a wonderful bakery

(the oldest one in the Hill Country) survived a

that serves breakfast and lunch and offers fresh

fire in 1908 in the Metropolitan Saloon. The bar

artisan breads, lattes, and other coffee drinks in

itself moved to different venues - one owned

a café setting.

and operated by Max Bessler until his death in

Also on the ground floor in the Richter

1939. The bar remained in active use in Main

Building at 153 Main are retail shops. Included

Street buildings until the 1970s when it “retired”

are Plaza Taxco, a silver jewelry and Mexican

to a local corporate office.

handcrafts store; Uptown Chic Boutique and

The tavern is a 1920s industrial-themed

Gifts which features trendy women and chil-

venue with details pointing to its historical

dren’s fashions; and the Boerne Bookshop

roots. Both indoor and outdoor eating space

featuring

is available with the second-story balconies

local authors, and the classics.

best-sellers,

children’s

books,

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For this design, you’ll need several pumpkins or gourds in various shapes and sizes, some white and metallic acrylic paint, hot glue and some fake creepy crawlers.

Paint

your

“background”

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C R E E P Y C R AW L E R

THE

G A L AC T I C GOURD

Go to the “dark side” with this design that requires matte black paint, white paint, some metallic paint (for an out-ofthis-world vibe) and some newspapers. Be careful—this one could get messy!

Leave your stems natural or cover with metallic paint if desired. Then, coat your mini pumpkins in matte black paint— be sure to cover everything!

You can leave some matte black, but for an extra touch, lay out newspaper and splatter your white paint onto some of your black pumpkins. Bonus—as long as you catch it before it dries, any paint should be easily removed with some warm water.

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DIY

B U I L D YO U R O W N FIRE PIT

CHECK OUT THESE HELPFUL TIPS FOR THIS DIY PROJECT

ARTICLE WHITNEY GRUNDER

Boerne Lifestyle | October 2020

AS WE MOVE INTO THE FALL SEASON, WE CAN FINALLY PLAN THOSE OUTDOOR GATHERINGS WITH FAMILY AND FRIENDS. When you add a fire pit into the mix, it becomes the focal point of your outdoor entertaining. So, why not do your homework and build your own fire pit? TIPS:

5. Begin to layer your blocks with the sides touching. You can use a level to make sure the blocks are even as you add layers. 6. Focus on finishing touches and remove loose debris. SPEND LESS.

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Look at low-cost bricks, pavers, concrete, and other materials. It’s

fire code standards and ideally are 25 feet from a house or a tree.

possible spend around $50 and leave with everything you need. Do

Consider how many guests you want to be able to accommodate

your homework and get creative!

when determining the pit measurements. 2. Pick your style and shape and measure the size. 3. Outline your chosen space using marking paint, string, and a stake to indicate the center of the pit. 4. Level the pit using a shovel and use gravel as the base for your fire pit. Try to avoid loosening the underlying soil.

NOT INTO DIY? Talk to a contractor for additional ideas and discuss your design plans if you aren’t quite comfortable with doing it all on your own. Be sure to share your ideas and styles on what you like and what you want to avoid. CityLifestyle.com/Boerne

PLACE SET TINGS PLUS SOME FUN HALLOWEEN IDEAS TO INSPIRE YOU TO DRESS UP THAT TABLE FOR THE HOLIDAYS

WHEN GROWING UP IN A MIDDLE-CLASS FAMILY IN A SMALL FARMING TOWN IN SOUTH TEXAS YOU AREN’T ALWAYS INITIATED INTO THE WORLD OF FORMAL DINING AND ETIQUETTE. You are taught good manners like using a napkin, chewing with your mouth closed, no elbows on the table, cleaning your plate and no slurping drinks, soup or cereal. And one I learned the hard way – no knees showing at the table – I always ate with my feet off the floor and in my chair. Once in high school and active in home economics classes and Future Homemakers of America (yes, I’m older than I look – it was the 60s) I became acquainted with more refined aspects of dining – formal dining with elegant and casual place settings. Emily Post’s book published in 1922 entitled, “Etiquette in Society, in Business, in Politics, and at Home” and Amy Vanderbilt’s 1952 best seller “The Amy Vanderbilt Complete Book of Etiquette – A Guide to Contemporary Living” generally provided education on the finer aspects of living with good manners and using proper etiquette. I’ve only been to a couple of formal dinners where each place setting had over 20 pieces of flatware, glasses, plates and bowls - all with a specific use. Imagine hand washing all that silverware, china and crystal glassware! 26

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ARTICLE CONNIE MCFALL CLARK

THE ART OF FORMAL

FOOD & WINE

Even at formal weddings or elegant restaurants, about half of those pieces are used. Nowadays, we tend to be a little less formal. However, â€œReal SimpleÂ home editor Stephanie Sisco says the biggest difference between a casual table and a formal table is the use of chargers, also known as presentation plates. Traditionally, formal place settings also tend to forgo place mats, but she says you can opt to use a round place mat underneath a charger for an even more formal look.â€? I thought since this is the October issue, you readers would enjoy seeing some fun, attractive tables set for a Halloween event. I especially like the gold, orange and purple place setting! CityLifestyle.com/Boerne

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GIVING BACK

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EMILY WALKED INTO HILL COUNTRY DAILY BREAD MINISTRIES THREE YEARS AGO UNSURE OF WHAT TO EXPECT. She thought she would just hurry in and get those groceries people had told her about. She was kindly offered time with Carolina, a case

HOPE BEGINS WITH A BOX

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manager, “I don’t have time she thought,” but something in her heart stirred and she agreed. “That meeting was the beginning of hope,” reflects Carolina remembering back to those first meetings. Carolina listened and learned Emily was in the grip of an abusive marriage and with the ups and downs of their finances, they could barely feed their two children. Fear was driving every part of her life. Emily decided to sign up for the Family Mentoring Resource program, and she and Carolina started to put together goals. As part of the mentoring program, she received regular food boxes, diapers, and many other essentials. She also received ongoing support and guidance and was put on the list to be matched with a mentor. Her faith in God grew stronger. Now she knew she had people who would be there through the difficult journey to safety and stability. Eventually, her husband was incarcerated and the chaos in the home changed to peace. March came and her housecleaning business suddenly stopped due to COVID-19. Emily says she did not panic even though she was the sole income provider for her children. She knew she had support at HCDBM with food, diapers, and clothing for the kids, and someone to help her connect to jobs and resources. Emily told her mentor that she had learned a valuable lesson: “As Paul says in

“A s P a u l s a y s i n scripture , I have learned to be content in good Eugenia Smock

times and bad times; in riches a n d p o v e r t y.”

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“ C O V I D -1 9 h a s b r o u g h t p e o p l e t o u s w h o h a v e n e v e r h a d t o a s k a ny o n e f o r h e l p . We m a k e s u r e p e o p l e ’s d i g n i t y i s p r e s e r v e d a n d t h e y e x p e r i e n c e t h e l o v e o f C h r i s t .” scripture, I have learned to be content in good times

“We learned over the years that there is no such thing

and bad times; in riches and poverty.” She talks about

as a quick fix. The reason that people persist in poverty

how differently she handles life now and knows God will

for generations is because they only get hand-outs.

be there through it all. She now lives with hope for her

Young or old, what people really desire is someone to be

future. Recently Emily was able to get work. She is so

there to provide emotional and spiritual support. We stick

grateful for the way that the community comes together

with them while they work hard to tackle the complex

through HCDBM and helps struggling people.

issues that make it difficult to break the cycle of pov-

This type of care happens because HCDBM goes

erty,” says Agnes Hubbard. “We see miracles everyday

beyond a handout. HCDBM is dedicated to being a

through the power of Jesus Christ.” Agnes remarks that

toolbox of training, resources, and support to bring the

this, their 20th year in ministry, has been a game changer.

love of Christ to families, at-risk children, individuals, the

“COVID-19 has brought people to us who have never had

elderly, and the disabled who are struggling with crisis

to ask anyone for help. We make sure people’s dignity is

and need throughout eight counties.

preserved and they experience the love of Christ.”

HCDBM’s family programs center around the inte-

Throughout the COVID crisis, HCDBM has served as

gration of physical resources with loving and consis-

an essential agency in eight counties. They report they

tent one-on-one relationships and collaborates with

have already served as many people as they did in all of

local church partnerships. The distinction of HCDBM’s

2019. They project over 3,000 people will be served this

unique and effect programs is the on-going training

year through HCDBM’s Family Mentoring program and

provided to the church partners to establish and man-

50,000 through their combined programs. The COVID

age relational outreach mentoring programs. Each

Emergency Relief program is still providing food and

church partner works in collaboration with HCDBM

non-perishables to relief efforts. HCDBM’s provides

case managers and product distribution staff. HCDBM

products at no cost to over 80 local non-profits through

provides the screening and administrative support.

their Community Resource Program. HCDBM expects

In the beginning HCDBM saw that the children of the families they serve needed their own specialized men-

to distribute a record $5 million dollars’ worth of food and other basic resources this year.

toring program. As a result, the Stand-by-Me student

During this unprecedented time, HCDBM is asking for

mentoring ministry was established in 2011. This highly

the community’s support to so that they can continue to

effective program serves K-12th grade at-risk children

provide essential services for the Hill Country. You can

and matches them with mentors and provides oppor-

donate at hillcountrydailybread.org or mail a check to

tunities for these children to find their identity, not in

234 W. Bandera Rd #133, Boerne, TX 78006. The phone

their situations, but in Christ. They learn that God has

number is (830) 755-5200. HCDBM also welcomes

a plan for their lives. One indicator of the success of

donations of food, clothing, diapers, and other essential

this program is the graduation rate of 96% as compared

hygiene products that can be dropped off at the ware-

with the national average for children in poverty of 65%. house at 38 Cascade Caverns Rd, Boerne.

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TIMES PAST

From the past: the Harvey Wallbanger

THE

HARVEY

WALLBANGER

WAS

INVENTED BY A THREE-TIME WORLD CHAMPION

MIXOLOGIST

DUKE

ANTONE. The cocktail is said to be named after a Manhattan beach surfer who lost a surfing competition. As with many cocktails, we add one ingredient at a time to the glass. The Harvey Wallbanger is like a complex screwdriver. This cocktail became famous in the 1970s from a mascot of a silly cartoon character that promoted the Galliano liqueur. The Harvey Wallbanger became popular and became a staple through the 1990s . Then it faded when speakeasies became more trendy. The Harvey Wallbanger is a simple cocktail with a sweet and exquisite flavor. This cocktail only consisted of three ingredients, vodka, orange juice and Galliano, when invented. The Tiki glass was designed for this cocktail and was used to serve the cocktail on the beach. Galliano, a sweet herbal liqueur, was invented in 1896 by the Italian distiller and

INVENTED IN 1952 THE COCKTAIL BECAME POPULAR IN THE 1970S AND AGAIN IN THE 1990S

brandy producer Arturo Vaccari of Livorno, Tuscany. Galliano L’ Authtico is a neutral alcohol and is infused with the pressings from the herbs except for the vanilla. It was re-launched in 2010 with bigger and brighter flavor. In the cocktail today we have the three

ARTICLE CRYSTAL THOMPSON

main ingredients plus some extras to give it a trendy new taste.

The Harvey Wallbanger + 1½ oz. Vodka + 1 oz. Galliano + 2 oz. Orange Juice + ½ oz. Lemon Juice + ¼ oz. simple syrup (optional) + 2 dashes Vanilla Extract + Splash of soda In a shaker combine all ingredients except for the soda. Shake vigorously for eight seconds. Pour over fresh ice. Top with soda. Garnish with an orange slice and cherry. Enjoy! 34

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