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Contents

JULY 2018

On the Cover

22 TAKE A TACO TOUR

Take Taco Tuesday to the next level and savor the authentic flavors of Mexico and Latin America without leaving Lubbock. Join us as we discover some of the best options in the city.

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By Jennie Treadway-Miller PHOTOS BY SHANNON RICHARDSON

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Departments

STYLE

Makeup artist Kim Wood creates summer approaches that add pops of color and style for a summer evening out.

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HOME

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Anna Johnson, owner of Little Red Nursery, shares tips for low-water planting in West Texas.

32 WEST TEXAS WHEELS

Meet John Hewlett and his 1952 and 1953 Allstates.

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CONTRIBUTORS/ONLINE..............5 AROUND TOWN...........................6 STYLE..........................................12 HOME..........................................19 WEST TEXAS WHEELS................32 EAT DRINK.................................. 35 CALENDAR................................. 41 AT WORK....................................46 YESTERYEAR..............................48

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e love planning food issues, and this one was no exception. Who wouldn’t enjoy nibbling and taste-testing their way through Lubbock? This is especially true when you’re meeting with the mom-and-pop eateries that bring diversity and tireless work ethic to our city.

Of course, we weren’t disappointed. When you ask people in the service industry to share their craft with you, they whip into action, almost always overwhelming the guest with food. And more food.

And even more food.

So on a hot and windy day at the beginning of summer, we set out on our “Taco Tour” of Lubbock, with photo shoots booked about an hour apart – all crammed into one day – and our fingers crossed that everything would go according to plan – no missed appointments, no delays or complications. Our gracious hosts couldn’t have been more accommodating and proud to share their family’s cherished dishes with us.

At every family-owned restaurant that day we heard the same refrain – that every dish was created from recipes handed down through generations, authentic dishes from Mexico. While we sampled the same types of tacos and sides at each eatery, there were distinctive differences in cooking techniques, flavor and spice level. Based on those nuances we chose what we think are the best offerings at each location (you’ll see those on the cover), although everything we sampled was pretty darn delicious. We made it through the entire day without a single snag (and we didn’t even need Tums!). Hallelujah!

I think you’ll be as blown away as I was when you see makeup artist Kim Wood’s artistic renderings of this year’s most modern makeup looks. We love to work with Kim on projects – her level of talent is inspiring! Kim travels the U.S., working on print and T.V. projects, and we’re lucky that she shares her talent with us.

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Contributors

SARA “CHARLIE” ESCOBEDO-CAMPBELL

SHANNON RICHARDSON

Photographer Sara has been a photographer for more than 25 years, specializing in weddings, graduations, quinceañeras, family events and portraits. Sara enjoys serving the community with memories of events with a picture.

JENNIE TREADWAY-MILLER

Photographer Shannon has been photographing commercial/advertising work for more than 20 years. His photography has won numerous Addy Awards, including three best of shows, as well as being featured in the Graphis Photo Annual 2001, JPG Magazine and Shots. He has also published a photographic book about Route 66. See Shannon’s work at shannonrichardson.com and route66americanicon.com.

KIM WOOD

Writer Jennie is a writer, designer and photographer living in the foothills of Tennessee. Learn more at jenniecreates.com.

Makeup Artist Kim works as a professional makeup artist, which provides her with excitement and frequent travel.

She specializes in network TV and published print and enjoys helping the every-day woman feel beautiful while educating other artists. See Kim's work at amarillomakeup.com.

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Around Town

PIONEER POCKET HOTEL RIBBON CUTTING On May 9 the Lubbock Chamber of Commerce held a ribbon cutting ceremony to celebrate the grand opening of the Pioneer Pocket Hotel and The Brewery LBK located in downtown Lubbock.

PHOTOS BY SARA ESCOBEDO-CAMPBELL

Mike, Adeline and Jacky Nghiem

Brittany Alvarado and Marcie Truby

Janice Schaub and Kim Flenniken

Kourtney Paiz and- Kari Nettles

Robin Tepper and Mary Whistler

Donna Isbell, Delbert McDougal and Becky Drachenberg

Michaela Windahl and Gunner Bradley

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Steve Massengale and Marc McDougal

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Patty and Mickey Ratliff

Stacy Schenkel and Gloria Quinton

LONE STAR VARSITY HIGH SCHOOL SPORTS AWARDS On May 30 AJ Media presented the Lone Star Varsity High School Sports Awards at the Lubbock Memorial Civic Center.

The event honored hundreds of area high school athletes and featured a Q&A session with two-time Super Bowl champion Danny Amendola.

PHOTOS BY TRINA GARCIA Connie, Chloe, Catelyn and Chris Vargas

Diana, Tori, Gracelyn, Caleb, Susan and Brent Anderson

Raven Woodson and Daycha Lilly

Erica and Benita Chavez

Kaitlyn Clardy and Lenora Ask

Kyler Reed, Reagan Dennis, and Layton, Christi and Matt Reed

Jalen Brattain and Cailyn Breckel

Robert, Jr., Heaven, Christella and Robert Rossette

Jessica and Juan Solis

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Around Town

27TH ANNUAL NIGHT

TO REMEMBER

On June 1 Catholic Charities of Lubbock hosted its Night to Remember event at the TTU McKenzie-Merket Alumni Center.

Themed “Havana Nights”, the evening included dinner and silent and live auctions. The fundraiser benefited Catholic Charities of Lubbock.

PHOTOS BY SARA ESCOBEDO-CAMPBELL

Fr. Jacob Powell, David Briggs and Brandon Perry

Ralph and Fran Wolf

June Choi and Catherine Rodriguez

Kathy and Daniel Boone

Rosa and Jerry Duenes

Marjoe and Stella Borromeo

Randy and Melissa Serenil

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Mike and Betty Patranella

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Jim and Gloria Decker

Luis and Maggie Trejo

MISS LUBBOCK TEXAS PAGEANT The Miss Lubbock Texas and Miss Lubbock Texas Teen pageants were held on June 9 at the Scottish Rite Building.

The winner of the teenage division was Yesina Cantu, and the winner of the Miss Lubbock competition was Emily Harris.

PHOTOS BY SARA ESCOBEDO-CAMPBELL

Brett Willis and Emily Harris

Laura and Ryan Shuttlesworth

Tailar Anthony and Michaela Graf

Bobby and Mona Tienda

Marcus Rodriguez and Janie Cantu

Les, Luke, Kristy and Hannah Pratt

Hailey King and Yesina Cantu

Sophia and Noelle Edwards, and Gia Heard

Alyssa Tienda and Haley Pratt

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Around Town

FOURTH ANNUAL LOVE LIKE REESE MEMORIAL GOLF TOURNAMENT On June 10 the Fourth Annual Love Like Reese Memorial Golf Tournament was held at Shadow Hills Golf Course. Proceeds from the tournament went to a scholarship fund for local high school students.

PHOTOS BY SARA ESCOBEDO-CAMPBELL

Ivan Martinez, Tim Landin, Eric Enriquez and Miguel Velasquez

Ray and Danny Robles

Colby Hearwole and Chad Upham

Breanna and Eli Guerrero

Craig Cook and David Carr

Brandon Speer and Cole Warbragh

Luke and Jax Feaster

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Jill Troxell and Leesa Diaz

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Jerry and Isaac Diaz

10TH ANNIVERSARY PASSPORT TO PURPOSE GALA The 10th Anniversary Passport to Purpose Gala was held on June 16 at the Lubbock Memorial Civic Center. Benefiting Purpose Medical Mission, the event included dinner, dancing and an auction.

PHOTOS BY SARA ESCOBEDO-CAMPBELL

Megan Copeland, Missy Olive and Kathy Marcum

Justin and Brooklyn Fleming

Latoya Williams and Topeka Cratic

Sixtus and Kyumee Atabong

Robert and Shelly Hook

Jared and Sara Brinker

Becky Ngum and Fatima Salas

Lyn and Eric Anangfac

Shane and Shannon Quick

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Style

Midsummer

Night ’s Dream I

t’s summertime on the South Plains. That means heat, wind, and seeking out opportunities to find respite from the hot sun. But you don’t just want to stay indoors all summer. If you’re heading out on the town, you can keep cool by dressing down. This means wearing lighter layers of clothing, but it also means lightening the layers on your face. When it comes to makeup, naked faces are perfect for the summer months.

But casting off those full faces of foundation doesn’t mean abandoning style altogether. It just means becoming comfortable in your own skin and finding ways to complement it. In fact, some of the more prominent recent eye makeup trends are perfect for minimalism everywhere else.

Here are a few ideal summer approaches that add pops of color and style for a summer evening out.

By Kim Wood PHOTOS BY SHANNON RICHARDSON ARTWORK BY KIM WOOD

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THE LIVED-IN LOOK

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mbrace your imperfections with this easy-tocreate look, which maximizes your eyes with drama and color while downplaying your other features. The runways are filled with models wearing smoky eyes or aggressively bold, graphic feline looks.

Who says Lubbock sidewalks can’t follow that lead?

To get this look, use large crayon liners to create imperfect feline shapes in shimmering charcoal. Keep the edges unfinished – they’ll be further broken up when you squeeze your eyes closed. Skip the eye shadow primer to encourage creasing, or add a touch of Vaseline to speed up the process under the lower rim of your eye.

Don’t forget: Some formulations of liners are meant to move around. You’ll want to focus on liners with the words kohl or kajal on the label. These typically provide you the darkest, blackest pigments as well. For extra “punk” edginess, be sure to add liner all the way to the inside waterline. Keep it playful with a stroke of silver in the inner corners.

GET THE LOOK: Smashbox Photo Edit eye shadow trio in Punked $29, Sephora

Revlon ColorStay 2 in 1 angled Kajal in Onyx $8.99, Ulta

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MOD MASCARA SPIKES

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he Mod style of the 1960s has circulated and recycled back into fashion multiple times, and one way it continues its current cultural presence is through expressive mascara. This just so happens to look exotic and attractive with a lightly made-up face. The trick is to extend and layer your lashes with statement black. You’re seeking balance: You want to evoke the girlish charm of the Sixties without going full-on Twiggy.

To get this look, apply liberal coats of mascara to your top and bottom lashes. While the mascara is slightly wet, use an angled tweezer to press together sections. This creates a spiky result that comes across as simultaneously daring and sweet.

GET THE LOOK:

Lancôme Monsieur Big mascara in Black $25, Dillard’s

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THE FLIPPANT FLICK

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ings are back in style and flicks have begun to show up on both the upper and lower lids throughout the modeling world. These call attention to your eyes and add fun personality to a fresh summer look. Fluid and free, they can be stacked in several colors – with one placed directly above the other – or stamped using the ribbed end of a bendy straw.

Regardless of the approach, summer is meant to be fun. You don’t want to spend hours fussing around with eyeliner. So if you’re going to flick, make it as effortless as possible.

To get this look, top the edge of a classic winged liner with a tiny micro flick, just above the outside edge of the wing. Accent the lower edge of a classic wing with a dash of pastel lilac or turquoise blue.

Make the movement swift and slapdash. Relax: Don’t fuss over the edges, because blunt ends are ideal. While you’re at it, don’t bother with mascara or lip color. You want it to look like you’re not trying too hard.

GET THE LOOK: Too Faced Sketch Marker in Deep Lilac $20, Ulta

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FINGER PAINTS

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ids like finger-painting and love bold colors. The same goes for adult eyelids in the summertime. Take an unapologetic approach to the fun and frivolity of summer by painting smeared blocks of color on your lids before heading out for the evening. When paired with minimalist skin, your eye makeup won’t appear haphazard.

It’ll look sophisticated and cool.

To get this look, swipe your eyelids in bold strokes, filling up the entire space with creme shadow or highly pigmented pressed shadow. Choose bright colors like orange or fuchsia, but be sure to stick to just one hue.

If an entire eyelid of color feels too aggressive, that’s no problem. Instead, reach for a bright shade of liner and draw an extra thick line on either the upper or lower lash line. That’s it. Nothing else is needed, so leave the skin and lips alone.

GET THE LOOK: NYX Vivid Brights Crème Color in Love Overdose $9.99, Ulta

NYX Vivid Brights Liner in Vivid Envy $6.99, Ulta

Dior Diorshow On Stage Liquid Eyeliner in Pearly Turquoise $30.50, Dillard’s

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GUTTER GLITTER

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he human eye is drawn to sparkly, shiny things. So if you want someone to focus on your eyes, why not add some glitter? This isn’t a 1970s disco glitter-ball approach, however. Gutter Glitter keeps the sparkle but adds an edgier, grungier patina to it. This is glitter that’s been lived in for a while. It’s especially compelling in silver, pink and shades of aqua.

To get this look, you first want to give the loose glitter something to stick to. I’ll let you in on a little secret of makeup artists: The best way to bond glitter to skin is a light smudge of sticky gloss on the eyelids. Another option? Use Elizabeth Arden Eight Hour Cream. The gutter-style approach, however, requires you to apply the glitter imperfectly. Keep it off-balance by applying to only the outer edge of the lid or just below the lower lash line.

Be careful not to get too close to the lash line. Glitter is best outside the lids.

GET THE LOOK:

Brite Glitter Up Babe in Aqua $12, Ulta

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MERMAID VIBES

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here’s no salty shoreline in Lubbock, but that doesn’t mean you can’t benefit from the allure of the sea. Give your eyes a rock-and-roll edge by applying cool blues, teals and aqua shades with a sloppy, smoky technique. This emphasizes the lower lash line and can even borrow from the Gutter Glitter approach. That’s not glitter, y’all. Those are mermaid tears.

To get this look, pair deep blues and aquas with sooty charcoals and antiqued bronze tones. As with the Gutter Glitter look, you don’t want perfection in the application.

Sweep cool, shaded liners across the lower lash line and smudge several blues together. Transform a classic smoky eye by tapping a bit of clear gloss over it, then press a fine dust of aqua glitter just below the pupil. Dewy skin and a nude lip keep you from crossing a fine line into tackiness, which is easy to slip into with the color blue. L

GET THE LOOK:

Tarte Be a Mermaid & Make Waves eyeshadow palette $42, Ulta

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Urban Decay 24/7 GlideOn Eye Pencil in Deep End $20, Sephora

PHOTOS BY SHANNON RICHARDSON

Home

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nna Johnson grew up playing in the dirt. Her mother, Mary Lee, opened Little Red Riding Hood Nursery when Anna was 8 years old, a business that combined a love of gardening with work opportunities for Anna’s five older brothers. The family’s green thumb took roots generations ago when Anna’s great-great-grandfather had an orchard in Ukraine. The line of gardeners continued through Anna’s grandmother, then mother, and now Anna, who’s been pulling weeds since she’s been able to identify them.

“I went away from it for a while and got my degree in other things. I’d gotten into law school and had a degree in biology and French, but I re-found my love for the nursery.

I rediscovered it and leased it from my mom for eight years,

then went away to focus on landscaping for five years. This year I inherited the nursery,” says Johnson, who shortened the business name to the simpler Little Red Nursery.

Gardening in West Texas can be a fickle thing. The weather is unpredictable, and the sandy, rocky soil in your backyard may not be ideal for the vegetable garden of your dreams. The climate, though, presents a unique and recurring problem: summer's dry, overbearing heat.

With the scorching temperature comes an incessant need for water, and that, to some, presents the sticky situation of water conservation.

However, Johnson says these considerations can all be accommodated, if that’s your desire.

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“I think you can grow anything in West Texas. You just have to be reasonable about it,” she says. “If it’s tropical, it needs to come inside in the winter. If you’re determined to have a fruiting olive tree, you’ll need a greenhouse. You can have a beautiful cottage-style garden from England. It just depends on what money you want to put into it.”

For purposes of durability and low-water use, as well as working with West Texas soil, Johnson suggests going native. Lantana, butterfly weed, and salvia grow nicely in the area, as well as a variety of grasses and drought-tolerant trees. There are also new varieties of yucca and agave that go particularly well alongside river rock and boulders for a low-water landscape.

In fact, oasis landscaping is an interest of Johnson’s as the cost of irrigation, as well as the questionable responsibility of it, continues to increase.

“There is a lot out there about designing a landscape to be an oasis with water features that then spreads out to xeriscaping,” she says. “It’s getting more expensive to irrigate your property, but the oasis idea is a good one for someone who can’t afford or doesn’t want to irrigate their whole yard. [Water] is a precious commodity.”

For those who aren’t interested in upending their whole yard and want to start small, Johnson recommends container gardening for its convenience and low yield. For those who want to tackle the ground, or if there’s a big family to feed and you need a higher yield, amending the soil is the first step. Whether in containers on the patio or in rows in the backyard, the best way to learn is through trial and error. Do the

research, consult the experts, and give it a go.

“You get a feel for the mechanics of it – what’s possible with irrigation, what’s possible with Lubbock soil, what’s needed,” says Johnson. “But it’s really about the soil.”

Johnson’s motto is simple: Spend a dollar on the soil and a penny on the plant. It’s what’s in the ground that needs more attention.

“I say it a lot because everyone wants to buy the $50 hydrangea and put it in the worst soil possible and expect it to grow,” she says.

Organic materials, such as cotton burr compost and manure, improve the soil tenfold, but a little research goes a long way.

“A lot of people feel daunted by our climate but they shouldn’t be,” says Johnson. “The unique thing about Lubbock is that we have two growing seasons. We have spring, but if you seed your vegetables by August, you can have a better second growing season. They’re a little tastier because they have a higher sugar content on account of the cooler temperatures in September and October. You can even have a third season if you plant root vegetables in the winter months.

“The possibilities are endless,” she continues. “For as long as I’ve been doing this, I’m re-inspired each year by new landscape or design. It just has to be executed properly by those who are interested. You can grow everything. You just have to be dedicated to getting it right.”

For those interested, a soil test kit can be purchased from the Lubbock County Extension Office at soiltesting.tamu.edu/files/urbansoil.pdf.

Lantana On the list of staple West Texasfriendly plants is the lantana, a hardy, flowering shrub that still grows strong in drought and punishing heat. Its favorite season is the blistering summer, when purple, orange and yellow clustered petals emerge from its long, leafy vines.

It can grow upwards of 6 feet tall (and wide!), so pruning might be necessary. Water it when its leaves droop, but otherwise lantanas demand little of you. If its resilience wasn’t enticing enough, lantanas also attract birds and butterflies.

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Butterfly Weed Part of the milkweed family, butterfly weeds boast bright yellow-orange clusters of petals that bring all the butterflies to the yard. Gloriously resilient in sandy soils, butterfly weed will bloom from April to September, give or take, and will adapt to the driest of conditions. Give it time to root – several years, if you’re patient – and these medium-sized plants will take on a bush-like appearance.

Grasses and Trees

Hummingbird Mint Blooming in late summer through autumn, this aromatic perennial attracts hummingbirds and grows well in areas of full sun. Be sure there’s efficient drainage in low-water beds or containers, as these plants can grow upwards of 3 feet, if not burdened by overwatering. Its tubular, colorful blooms contrast well against the backdrop of the West Texas plains, so it adds a nice pop of color among river rocks or other oasis landscaping.

The foundation of a landscaped yard begins with knowing what grows best in the soil that’s already present. Sure, irrigation is a game-changer, but why not work with what you have? Choosing ornamental grasses and trees that are drought-tolerant and native to West Texas means you have a shot at being successful. Grass-wise, both Blonde Ambition and Mexican feather grass need full sun and occasional watering, looming large all summer and blowing in the breeze. Trees that fare well in dry conditions include mimosa and desert willow, both of which have long blooming periods and, when given time, grow tall enough to provide some shade. Mimosa trees produce vibrant pink blooms straight out of a Dr. Seuss book, while the desert willow produces an orchid-like flower in shades of lightest pink to dark violet, and when pruned consistently, produces more buds.

Composted Cotton Burrs In keeping with Anna Johnson’s motto – “Spend a dollar on the soil and a penny on the plant” – amending Lubbock’s sandy soil with cotton burr compost is a must. After cotton has been harvested and ginned, the discarded materials – stems, leaves and seeds – are transformed into nutrient-dense compost. Adding organic matter to any type of soil is like giving it a vitamin boost, but for the lacking soil in West Texas, cotton burr compost is particularly helpful on account of its thriving microbes and good bacteria. Cotton burr compost also helps keep moisture levels in balance in dry conditions. L JULY 2018 • thelubbockmagazine.com • Lubbock Magazine

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COVER STORY

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et’s begin by dispelling the idea that all tacos must have a hard, yellow corn tortilla shell. That’s Tex-Mex, and that’s not what we’re talking about. Mexican street tacos are a stand-alone food group and demand a short but specific starting place: doubled soft corn tortillas + meat + onion + cilantro. From there, let your palate dictate your path. Street tacos are designed to be a quick bite, handheld and efficient, but there’s nothing to say you can’t have a seat and take your time.

Take Taco Tuesday to the next level and savor the authentic flavors of Mexico and Latin America without leaving Lubbock. Join us as we discover some of the best options in the city.

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THE TACO STAND IS OPEN DAILY AND STAYS OPEN FOR LATE-NIGHT CUSTOMERS.

Taquería Autlán

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TAQUERÍA AUTLÁN'S DINING AREA

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hen Elias and German Tapia’s parents saw an opportunity to buy a failing restaurant and spin it into something better, they jumped at the opportunity. They’d already been in the restaurant and meat market business for years in California and West Texas, so why not?

“We took over a place that had a bad reputation,” says Elias, the older brother of the two. “Sales were terrible.

We took over the building in October 2011. We changed the menu, the name, and told people it was under new ownership. We started selling street tacos in 2012. Other people saw our success and now there’s five other places.”

Elias laughs, but he knows imitation is the best form of flattery. The Tapia family takes pride in the dishes they serve because the food they make in their restaurant-grade kitchen is exactly the kind you’d find in their home state of Jalisco.

“Everything in the main flavors comes from Mom’s recipes, and our family experiments to see what the public likes,” says Elias. “We did some advertising on the local Spanish radio station in the beginning, but most of our clientele is word of mouth. We’ve been blessed.”

To say everything at Taquería Autlán is homemade isn’t

No Cheese, Please

nlike the shredded cheddar or Monterey Jack you’d find on a Tex-Mex crunchy taco, cheese is nowhere to be found when it comes to an authentic Mexican street taco. Instead, there’s raw white onion, cilantro, and lime wedges, with a menagerie of salsas and sliced radishes or jalapeños within arm’s reach. Sure, anything wrapped in a tortilla can be a taco, but the street taco is its own thing. Forget the ground beef. Don’t even ask for it. Instead, the slow-cooked, stewed beef or pulled pork has hours of spice and kick locked in, and it’s not about to be ruined by a handful of cheese.

Instead, chopped cilantro and diced onion, which is sometimes soaked in water to take out the sting, are sprinkled over the meat and served with a lime wedge. The pepper and crunch of sliced radish serve to balance the distinct citrus notes of the cilantro. Are they garnish? Yes, but there is a method to the madness. Walk up to any food truck in Guadalajara and this is the street taco you’ll get.

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o make salsa, start with a ripe tomato. From there, you can go a hundred different directions. From pico de gallo – or salsa fresca – to myriad levels of heat, texture and depth, made-from-scratch salsa is never an afterthought. It’s as important as the meat selection.

Whether pureed or chunky, raw or slow-cooked, the sauce you choose can change the street taco from garlicky and sweet to mouth-on-fire.

Before you order, consult this cheat sheet and order with confidence.

Salsa verde: Literally “green sauce” on account of the primary ingredient, tomatillos, which are cooked with garlic, onion and other herbs.

Salsa roja: This red sauce is generally mild or medium heat and works as the standard salsa in most restaurants. Whether chunky or pureed, it’s the go-to when you aren’t feeling adventurous. Sometimes the tomato base is paired with a smoky flavor.

Salsa negra: When the chilies are slowroasted, they churn out a near-black salsa that, when paired with a subtle sweetness (from molasses or other sugary source), creates a mole-like flavor explosion.

Pico de gallo: This uncooked salsa is the epitome of fresh. Chopped bits of tomato, onion, garlic, jalapeño, and cilantro macerate in lime juice to create a topping full of crunch and flavor.

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an exaggeration. From the chorizo and marinated, slowcooked caramelized pork to a line of baked goods worthy of their own spotlight, everything is made by hand and with Mom’s recipes in mind. The six flavors of homemade salsa – ranging from mild and smokey to very spicy – are the ultimate splash of flavor, color and texture.

“When people think of tacos they think crispy taco with ground beef, lettuce and tomato. Ours is marinated pork, beef tongue, onions, cilantro, radishes, and grilled jalapeño,” he says. “In Mexico a lot of the taquerias start with a food truck and park on the streets for local events.

Here, with us, we’ve stuck with it.”

During the day, patrons line up outside to order and then eat inside in the air conditioning. That’s when the bakery takes hold and tempts your sweet tooth with choco-rolls and made-in-house tres leches cake.

Combined with a full bar and a mariachi band on Thursdays, Fridays and Sunday nights, patrons can enjoy a complete Jalisco experience.

“A lot of our customers who know us know what we went through to bring this up,” says Elias. “They’ve supported us. Thank you for that.”

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Taqueria Y Panaderia Guadalajara

TREATS FROM TAQUERIA Y PANDERIA GUADALAJARA

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hen it comes to Mexican cuisine, the first flavors that come to mind are the chilies and their accompanying heat, smoke and spice. But there’s another side to authentic Mexican designed to hit the sweet spots on your tongue.

Agua frescas, or “fresh waters,” are blended beverages with various fruits and floral flavors. Think beyond water with slices of lemon. Instead, consider cantaloupe, pineapple and mango.

There’s also hibiscus tea called Agua de Jamaica, which has a taste similar to cranberry juice. Finally, there’s horchata, a chilled milky drink sweetened with vanilla and sometimes cinnamon.

The only way to round out a meal at an authentic Mexican restaurant is to order a treat from the in-house bakery. Don’t waste time on something from a box or can. Instead, order the tres leches, flan, or conchas, a Mexican sweet bread in the shape of a shell. Or, take a chance on a slice of traditional Mexican pink cake, which is definitely not strawberry or cherry flavored. Undecided? Go with the piggy cookie, which is a nod toward gingerbread but fluffier.

“It’s a popular cookie everywhere in Mexico,”says Felipe Olivares, Jr., co-owner of Taqueria y Panaderia Guadalajara. “When I was a kid, they were already like that. Fat and fluffy, just like a pig.”

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elipe Olivares, Jr., was nine years old when his father, Felipe Sr., opened Taqueria Y Panaderia Guadalajara, and for the past six years or so, he and his brother, Alex, have been in charge. From the beginning, the restaurant has been a family affair.

“It’s changed a lot in the past three years. [My parents] can’t stay away.

Older Mexican people don’t like change, but I kept insisting,” Felipe laughs. “It doesn’t even look the same. We’ve remodeled it, made it bigger.

New signs, painted everything.”

One thing that hasn’t changed is the recipes, which come straight from the Olivares family cookbook.

“Everything is from scratch and made daily, fresh. Most of the dishes we have are what my mom cooks at home. She brings the recipes from Jalisco, so she learned from my grandma,” he says. “This isn’t Tex-Mex. This is the real deal.”

From the pork and beef to the jalapeños and tomatoes, nothing comes from a can. The chicharrone – deep-fried pork skin – are still sizzling when they arrive at your table. Plus, as the name reveals, Guadalajara is home to a case of baked goods, complete with Mexican piggy cookies, pumpkin and sweet potato empanadas, and pink cake – a local favorite that looks like it’s strawberry flavored.

“Everyone always asks if the pink cake is strawberry but it’s not. It’s its own unique taste. I can’t describe it,” he laughs. “The baker we have has been with us the whole time we’ve been open. He’s been baking for us for 20 years.”

Whether one has the words to describe the food or not is a moot point.

It’s the feeling – the connection to culture and, ultimately, home – that brings patrons back to Guadalajara.

“When a customer wants real, authentic Mexican food, they come here.

We get a lot of students who come up from down south, like Houston or San Antonio, and they say this is the closest thing they’ve found from food back home,” he says. “That’s what makes us special.”

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he Leon family opened the first Taqueria Jalisco in Corpus Christi in 1992 and it wasn’t long before the authentic Mexican dishes developed a following. Restaurants opened across Texas and New Mexico – eight in Corpus Christi alone. The Lubbock location opened in 1995 by Miguel Leon, and in 1999, his sister Norma, with her husband Miguel Hernandez, took it over. For nearly 20 years, Leon family recipes have been feeding hungry patrons eager for a taste of home.

“We’re authentic Mexican,” says Norma. “Everything is from scratch.”

While there are a few dishes specific to each location, the primary menu is the same across the board. Carne asada, al pastor, menudo, and tres leches cake – all homemade, all from recipes curated by Norma’s father. (Instead of refried, go with the charro beans, which are simmered in sausage, grilled onions, and chunks of jalapeño.) There are also four types of salsa from which to choose.

Inside the taqueria are expansive trompe-l’oeil murals painted by a Mexican artist from the same area in Jalisco where the Leon family is from. Unlike some of the smaller places in town, Taqueria Jalisco seats up to 150 patrons, perfect for events and family gatherings.

The restaurant continues to be a family affair with Norma and Miquel running the show, and their sons, at 17 and 19 years old, are coming of age in the business.

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Cocina de La Sirena

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f you take a street taco and dress it up a little, you might be enjoying a meal at The Mermaid’s Kitchen, the brainchild of a mother-daughter team. Cat Traxler (mother) and Jessica Fultz (daughter) opened Cocina de La Sirena with a few core values in mind: Keep the flavors bold, the ingredients local, and the tequila flowing. So far, so good.“We have the same kind of weird gene,” laughs Traxler. “We cannot abide by things not being perfect. It’s a great combination for a team to have.”

Traxler ran a health food store and cafe for years, which is where Fultz worked alongside her mother and began a lifelong education about food, healthy eating, and buying sustainable, local ingredients.

She says it was an unspoken thing that eventually the pair would open a restaurant together.

“We almost did it a few years ago, but I wanted Jessica to go to culinary school and get out of Lubbock and do something amazing.

Then, if she wanted to come back, great. If she didn’t, fine. I wanted to make sure it wasn’t just my dream,” says Traxler.

Off to San Francisco Fultz went to attend California Culinary Academy, where a whole world opened up for her. It was exactly the experience and education she needed to prepare for what came next.

Jessica moved to Austin, but that’s not where she would stay. Word came down that Traxler had found the perfect location to open their joint venture. Sure enough, it was meant to be.

“Words can’t describe how great this place is,” says Fultz. “We opened in March 2016 and have already expanded four times. We made the patio and expanded the bar. We’re constantly growing.”

While the atmosphere and ambience plays a role, it’s not enough to stay afloat. That responsibility falls on the food. Traxler grew up in New Mexico so Latin American flavors are at the core of their menu.

“Bold flavors, things that are bright and colorful,” says Fultz. “We have a Latin influence, but it doesn’t fit into one box. Within one dish will be many different influences. I hate the word fusion, but it’s hard to get away from it. We use lots of peppers and chilies.”

“And tequila goes in everything,” adds Traxler.

Lest one think the tequila is an afterthought, it is not. They boast the largest selection in town. (Take note of the back wall when

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you go inside.)

In addition to the flavor profiles, Traxler and Fultz prioritize sustainability and low manipulation of ingredients, a method of preparation that’s rooted in their health-food-store days and Fultz’s experiences on the California coast. The menu doesn’t change often, per say, but options can be limited depending on what’s available at the market that week – seafood included. All sauces start out as vegan (in fact, nearly half the menu is classified vegan) and about 90 percent of the menu is gluten-free.

“We wanted to do a healthy restaurant and with Latin food, so we combined the two,” says Traxler.

“It can be a challenge to find things, but luckily our farmers market is growing and selling to restaurants, which is becoming a trend,” says Fultz.

“People want to eat our food now. Everything is from scratch. We don’t have a microwave. I think we have one canned item and that’s coconut cream. That’s why we can only do one service,” says Traxler.

“We open at 4 p.m. for Happy Hour and then the kitchen opens at 5.”

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ight away, the ladies at Cocina de La Sirena want you to know that tequila gets a bad rap.

“There’s bad tequila out there that is heavy in sugar and caramel coloring, things that make you sick,” says Jessica Fultz, head chef and co-owner. “You won’t find the kitchy brands here. We find the obscure, beautiful expressions to serve.”

The origins of tequila trace back to its namesake in Jalisco, a prominent western state in Mexico that borders the Pacific Ocean.

The distilled liquor is born from the fermented juice of a blue agave plant and can be matured in oak, and occasionally whiskey, barrels. Like the food at La Sirena, they serve tequila that has been minimally manipulated.

“We try to find the simplest tequila, natural and cleaner,” says co-owner Cat Traxler. “We don’t use sugar in our drinks, or sweet and sour, so if you have a margarita here, you don’t get that headache.”

The purest expressions of tequila can be found in the blanco, or silver, family, which is unaged. Next are the reposado tequilas, aged up to a year, and then añejo, which is aged up to four years. Mezcal is the cousin to tequila, and it’s been gaining in popularity over the past few years. Mezcal is made from other agave varieties and is distilled by being buried and burned, giving it notes of smoke, which is one reason tequila and mezcal are common cooking ingredients in traditional Latin American cuisine.

The drink menu at La Sirena isn’t your ordinary margarita list, so don’t even look for it. Instead of lime and salt, they use cinnamon and orange, a combination that’s converting margarita fans one sip at a time.

“It’s something I heard of a long time ago and I can’t remember where, but we created it here in Lubbock,” says Traxler.

LA SIRENA'S COLLECTION OF TEQUILA IS EXTENSIVE.

Other cóctel ingredients include turmeric, habanero bitters, and an array of floral syrups, such as hibiscus and rose. Leave behind the poor tequila choices of your college days and enter the world of tequila for grownups. Unlike those mornings you can’t remember, you won’t regret it.

LA SIRENA OFFERS TEQUILA FLIGHTS SO CUSTOMERS CAN TASTE THE DIFFERENT STYLES.

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EVERY TORTILLA IS MADE BY HAND WITH ORGANIC INGREDIENTS.

THE CASTRO FAMILY: JAY, WILDER, SARAH AND MAX

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For Sale: Couple supplies city with homemade, organic tortillas

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ive years ago, when Sarah and Jay Castro moved from California to West Texas, selling homemade organic corn tortillas wasn’t part of the couple’s business plan.

“What happened was on top of liking fresh food, I’m avid about buying organic food and organic ingredients. I like to keep chemicals out of my family’s bodies,” says Castro.

“Finding fresh tortillas at all was hard, but finding anything made out of corn that’s not GMO or conventionally grown with pesticides was hard.”

So she did what anyone passionate about food might do and decided to make the tortillas herself. Castro went online and found bags of masa harina – basically ground corn soaked in lime – which is the traditional flour used to make tortillas.

She went the economical route and bought a 50-pound bag, knowing that whatever they couldn’t eat she’d offer to the ladies in her local Facebook group, Lubbock Crunchy Moms.

It was an experiment that opened a door to something bigger and unexpected.

“People wanted them. I was delivering tortillas to moms in this group, and that was going so well – much better than I expected – that once the farmers market got started for the season in 2014, I inquired about setting up a stand,” says Castro. “So we did, and that went better than expected. I thought we’d made too many and it would be wasted, but we sold out in 20 minutes, before our canopy was up.”

Four years later, the Castros have settled into a system.

They are regular vendors at both the Wolfforth and Lubbock Farmers Markets. They have a website (saritasorganictortillas. com) and a Facebook page, and they make deliveries in town to those who place orders. The Castro’s kitchen is divided in half – one side for corn tortillas, the other side for making Jay’s flour tortillas – to accommodate those with gluten allergies. Even when their second son, Wilder, came along last year and turned the house upside down for a spell, the Castros only missed a few market days.

“In the beginning we just had Max, who was 3 or 4 at the time. We got the hang of things and were doing the farmers market every weekend,” she says. “Wilder came along March of last year. When I was pregnant it was challenging, but we

did the best we could. Sometimes life changes. It’s a mess but we’re passionate about a lot of things.”

On top of the tortilla business, both Sarah and Jay went back to school to work toward their degrees – hers in health and sustainable food systems, his in biology. They both work for a local sleep lab, and Sarah is also a yoga instructor. In every area of their life, health is a priority.

“I grew up with my mom and she raised me with the mentality to this way of life, eating whole, healthy foods,” says Castro. “My husband did not, so it’s been a learning process together. We’re working on teaching our kids to eat that way, especially in this area of the country. When my son started going to school, it was shocking to see what they were fed for snacks and lunch. It’s hard, especially with kids, because they see what everyone else is doing and we’re the weird ones.”

Sarita’s Organic Flour Tortillas have a mere six ingredients, while the corn tortillas have only four. From unbleached wheat flour and filtered water to non-GMO avocado oil and a touch of lime, all ingredients are organic and vegan, and free from chemical preservatives. That means it has the shelf life of freshly baked bread – about a week.

“Buy them at a store and they’ll be fine on your shelf for months. That’s because they’re full of chemicals. I always tell my customers to eat them that day. If you seal them, they’ll last a week on the shelf or in the fridge. This is real food. You do want your food to deteriorate,” she says. “You can freeze them and reheat them, too.”

On account of the 2011 Cottage Food Law in Texas, the Castro’s can’t sell tortillas online and ship them, but a quick order can be made through a Facebook message, email or text. Payment happens at delivery. Corn tortillas come in packages of eight, while flour come six to a pack. Both sell for $5 each.

“There’s only so much we can make, so we often sell out at the farmers markets. We do our best to make enough, but if someone wants tortillas or even to try them, they can text or call and we’ll deliver in Lubbock. The transaction needs to be made in person. I’ve had people throw $5 under the mat and I’ll leave their tortillas hanging on the doorknob. It’s very old school,” she laughs. L

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West Texas Wheels JOHN’S 1953 (LEFT) AND 1952 ALLSTATES

John Hewlett and his 1952 and 1953 Allstates

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ohn Hewlett will tell you he’s “lost in the ’50s,” and that’s just fine with him.

“I have no interest in cars past 1966,” he says. “I’m lost in the old cars.”

Hewlett spent 35 years with Sears Roebuck Company, retiring in 1992 as the No. 2 guy after the store manager, but what left a lasting impression on that part of his life was the Kaiser Frazer Allstate two-door sedan sold by the store. In 1975 he bought a maroon 1952 Allstate and restored it. It was No. 24 off the production line.

“The car was sold in only 10 states and 26 cities in those states. Lubbock was one of them, so it was rare,” he says.

“I thought it would be smart to stay with one brand, and I stayed with Kaiser Frazer because I didn’t want what everyone else had.”

Hewlett became a collector of 1950s cars born out of the partnership between Henry J. Kaiser and Joseph Frazer. He

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joined the Kaiser Frazer Owners Club, a group that gathers annually to show off their cars, buy and sell parts, and swap stories, and he’s currently the president of the local Nifty ’50s Car Club.

While the Allstate is a favorite, Hewlett is particularly proud of his Kaiser Darrin, the first American-made fiberglass sports car.

Whether it’s the Darrin, Allstate, or his Willys Jeep, Hewlett focuses on enjoying the cars. At 83, he no longer restores automobiles. He chooses instead to feast on nostalgia.

“I love the memories of old cars and remembering how much fun we had back then. The car hobby is a big hobby. All the independents have clubs – Packard, Hudson, Studebaker,” says Hewlett. “I keep one at home all the time. I don’t drive it daily, but I drive it on the weekends for sure. They’re fun to drive. It’s a standard shift and I drive the speed limit.” L

JOHN RESTORED THE INTERIORS OF THE 1953 AND ‘52 ALLSTATES.

JOHN AND SUE HEWLETT

THE 1952 ALLSTATE WAS SOLD AT THE LUBBOCK SEARS STORE.

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Eat Drink

CAPROCK CAFE

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longtime Lubbock favorite for home-style comfort food, CapRock first opened its doors in 1997 on 34th Street, and expanded to a second location on Slide and 82nd in 2008. With both restaurants smoke-free, CapRock offers a family-friendly sports bar and grill perfect for a leisurely meal while you watch the big game.

When you enter CapRock, expect friendly service from the helpful staff. The rustic dining rooms (the Slide location also has an enclosed patio) and bar areas are quintessential Texas – rusted corrugated metal, plenty of wood trim, and murals that cover the walls. It is at once quirky and downhome cozy.

Feast on Tex-Mex staples and plenty of pub grub, or choose one of the famous half-pound burgers that comes with your choice of side.

CapRock caters to special dietary needs and a number of menu items are Paleo- and Keto-friendly. Pair your appetizer or entree with a refreshing margarita, beer on tap or by the bottle, a creative cocktail, or one of the bar’s daily drink specials. We guarantee you’re in for a treat.

3405 34th St., 784.0300 5217 82nd St., Space 109, 771.2233 caprockcafe.com Open daily from 11 a.m. to midnight.

PRICING GUIDE $ most entrees less than $10 $$ most entrees $11 to $20 $$$ most entrees more than $21

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RESTAURANT GUIDE 4ORE! GOLF 4ore!’s sprawling complex is also home to an upscale grille that serves lunch, dinner and Happy Hour daily.

Expect standard American fare with a twist. 6909 Marsha Sharp Fwy., 368.8334, 4oregolf.com $

BANGKOK THAI RESTAURANT This tiny hole-in-the-wall serves fresh Thai entrees and soup bowls.

Customer favorites are the beef noodle soup, spicy chicken, and tom kha gai. 4624 34th St., 791.7787 $

CAFE J Enjoy elegant ambience surrounded by original artwork. Menus change with the seasons and each entree is carefully prepared with a wine pairing in mind. 2605 19th St., 743.5400, cafejlubbock.com $$$

82ND STREET CAFE Open early for breakfast, this small cafe has been in operation for more than 25 years. Hearty breakfast items, burgers, and Texas-style dinners keep locals going back for more. 3416 82nd St., 792.9497, 82ndstreetcafe.com $

BEIJING HOUSE RESTAURANT Specializing in Mongolian barbecue and Chinese fare, Beijing’s daily lunch specials and dinner entrees are easy on your wallet. 3605 50th St., 793.9593 $

CANCUN GRILL & BAR This Lubbock mainstay has stood the test of time because of its reasonable prices, generous portions, customer service, and Happy Hour bargains.

7905 University Ave., 687.9048 , cancunlubbock.com $-$$

BIG E’S BARBEQUE This late-night haunt in The Depot District serves take-and-eat barbecue, specifically meat burritos with pork, sausage, chicken or brisket and your choice of condiments.

1802 Buddy Holly Ave., 441.6703 $

CANTINA LAREDO Serving the tastes of “modern Mexico”, this international chain serves tapas, traditional Mexican entrees and a staggering number of top shelf margaritas.

114 W. Loop 289, Suite 200, 407.3355, cantinalaredo.com $$

ABUELO'S Time-tested Abuelo’s has plenty of options to please the entire family.

Relax in the hacienda-style dining room with a refreshing margarita.

4401 82nd St., 794.1762, abuelos.com $$ ADOLPH'S GRILL & BAR Fill up on burgers and bar-bites before trying out your vocal skills during karaoke every evening.

5131 Aberdeen Ave., 785.2030, adolphsgrillandbar.com $ ALBARRAN’S MEXICAN BAR & GRILL There’s plenty of room to unwind in Albarran’s expansive indoor and outdoor dining areas. A cold margarita is the perfect complement to popular fish tacos or steaming fajitas. 7722 Milwaukee Ave., 771.2869, albarrans.com $$ AMIGOS MEXICAN RESTAURANT Stand-outs at this small, casual eatery are the all-you-can-eat menudo and barbacoa burritos. 5001 34th St., 795.9552 $ APPLE TREE CAFE & BAKERY This local favorite impresses with home-style breakfasts, fresh sandwiches, and plenty of baked goods to satisfy your sweet tooth.

3501 50th St., 799.7715, appletreelbk.com $ ARANDAS TAQUERIA Specializing in Jalisco-style Mexican food, Arandas serves breakfast, lunch and dinner from an ample menu.

Use the convenient drive-thru for tasty food on the go. 4001 34th St., 687.1939 $

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THE BISTRO BY RAIN From the owners of Rain Uptown, The Bistro serves coffee, breakfast and lunch items out of a cozy storefront, which also offers a sheltered patio area. 9816 Slide Road, Suite 101, 368.7740 $ BONUS BURGERS This cash-only eatery’s claim to fame is its classic soda fountain shop-style greasy burgers and fries. Save room for a thick and creamy shake.

2312 50th St., 795.7400 $ BRYAN'S STEAKS A traditional buffet-style steakhouse, Bryan’s offers steaks cooked to order with self-serve salads, sides and soft-serve ice cream. 1212 50th St., 744.5491 $$ BUNS OVER TEXAS If you’ve ever been to Buns, then you know “Your buns are up,” means dinner’s ready. The made-to-order burgers will fill you up fast. Pair one with some of the best cheese fries around, and wet your whistle with the refreshing ice tea. 3402 73rd St., 793.0012, bunsovertexas.com $ BURRITO TOWER Housed in a bright gold building, this small Mexican joint serves breakfast starting at 7 a.m. and lunch until 2 p.m. We’re hooked on the migas rancheros and gorditas. 3001 34th St., 791.5813 $

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CAPROCK CAFE A Lubbock favorite, CapRock is the perfect place to hang out and watch the game – with a burger in one hand and an ice-cold beer in the other, of course! 3405 34th St., 784.0300/5217 82nd St., Space 109, 771.2233, caprockcafe.com $-$$ CASA OLÉ Enjoy casual dining with Tex-Mex favorites like nachos, enchiladas and tacos. 4413 S. Loop 289, 793.9351, casaole.com $ CATTLE BARON With locations in West Texas and New Mexico, Cattle Baron features steak and seafood along with a generous salad bar. 8201 Quaker Ave., Suite 170, 798.7033, cattlebaron.com $$ CHILI DOG CAFE Despite the name, you’ll find more than hot dogs at the cafe. Feast on chili, oversized burgers, brats, sandwiches and a salad bar.

5903 82nd St., Suite 600, 712.3647 $ CHINA EXPRESS Choose from dine-in, take-out or delivery at China Express.

Customer favorites include Szechuan, Hunan and curry dishes.

5510 Fourth St., Suite 250, 799.3133, chinaexpresslubbock.com $ CHOOCHAI THAI CUISINE The small, unassuming building hides a treasure trove of authentic Thai offerings. Try the labb nau or pad see

ew. “Spicy” means spicy here, so be warned. 2330 19th St., 747.1767 $ COCINA DE LA SIRENA Located in the historic Cactus Alley courtyard, La Sirena serves modern Latin American food in a cozy dining room. The menu changes regularly to accommodate local produce, but it’s a delight no matter the season. 2610 Salem Ave., 368.7960, lasirenacocina.com $$$ THE CRAFTHOUSE GASTROPUB Experience quality eats at this casual pub. Choose something from the Bites, Small or Large menus depending on your appetite. We’re taken with the dumplin’s and house Canadian bacon. 3131 34th St., 687.1466, crafthousepub.com $$ CRAVE: A DESSERT BAR This sweet little shop delights with dessert crepes, chocolate fondue or a s’mores tray, and a variety of baked goods perfectly paired with a small wine and beer menu.

2910 W. Loop 289, Suite 601, 792.1216, cravedessertlbk.com $ DURANGO’S RESTAURANT In business since 2002, family-owned Durango’s specializes in traditional Tex-Mex fare, with customer favorites like enchiladas, queso and breakfast burritos. 5004 Frankford Ave., Suite 100, 687.7926, durangoslubbock.com $ E&J SMOKEHOUSE AND GRILL Nestled in Escondido Canyon, E&J is open for lunch and dinner, Tuesday through Saturday. Dine on plenty of barbecue and Texas-style sides and desserts at this little oasis.

701 Regis St., 762.6201 $$-$$$ THE EGG & I Open daily for breakfast and lunch, this diner-style chain serves home-style breakfasts, specialty juices, and soup and salad. 1910 Quaker Ave., 687.3447, theeggandirestaurants.com $$ EL PAISANO This mom-and-pop shop serves authentic Mexican food out of its small storefront. Expect fresh ingredients, flavorful cuisine, and excellent service. 1301 50th St., 771.2773 $

FIREHOUSE SUBS Founded by firemen, the eatery sets aside a portion of every purchase to donate to local first responders to provide them life-saving equipment.

2510 Marsha Sharp Fwy., Suite 150, 747.9600/5027 Milwaukee Ave., Suite 200, 799.1098/9810 Slide Road, Suite F, 702.8251, firehousesubs.com $ FLIPPERS TAVERN This colorful little hole-in-the-wall specializes in brats with all the fixings. Try the Pile Driver for a cheese and chili fix. 1406 Avenue Q, 701.5130 $ FREEBIRDS This build-your-own burritos, bowls and nachos chain rates high for quality ingredients, vegan and vegetarian options, and responsive customer service. 4930 S. Loop 289, Suite 250, 791.0101, freebirds.com $ THE FUNKY DOOR BISTRO & WINE ROOM With everything from mac ‘n cheese to fondue, lobster to steak, and more than 800 wine labels, The Funky Door is a divine place to linger. 6801 Milwaukee Ave., 687.0505, thefunkydoor.com $$-$$$ THE GAS LIGHT Relax with a handcrafted cocktail and one of the shareable plates while you listen to live music in the lounge. 5212 57th St., Suite 100, 785.1720, thegaslight.net $$ GEORGE'S RESTAURANT Comfort food and burgers round out the menu at George’s. Customers love the breakfast and cozy dinerstyle environment. 6914 82nd St., Suite A, 783.8500 $ GORDITOS This family-run eatery serves true Tex-Mex. Daily lunch specials and a variety of entrees less than $10 make it a great place to bring the whole family.

3410 98th St., Suite 11, 785.1087, gorditosmexicanrestaurant.com $ HEALTHY ESSENTIALS Part nutrition shop, part cafe, Healthy Essentials serves lowcalorie breakfast and lunch items, coffee and smoothies.

8008 Abbeville Ave., 771.5959, healthytastegreat.com $

HEFF’S BURGERS A winner in the Best Burger category of Best of Lubbock since 2010, Heff’s serves nine different fresh, half-pound burgers, and sandwiches, home-style fries, and ice cream. 5727 82nd St., 698.0900/ 2401 Glenna Goodacre, 589.5555, heffsburgers.net $ THE HONEYCOMB PIE SHOPPE #2 If you can make it past the pie case, there are plenty of sandwiches, soups and salads for a filling lunch.

3833 50th St., Suite 3, 701.4133 $ INDIA PALACE RESTAURANT A little aging gem, you’ll find cooked-to-order Indian standbys like naan, samosas, masala and mango lassi. Be prepared to wait, but the food is worth every minute.

3021 34th St., Suite A, 799.6772 $ IT'S GREEK TO ME You’re in for a unique experience at this Greek and American food restaurant. You can’t go wrong with the falafel, gyro and sweet baklava.

7006 University Ave., 792.1949, itisgreektomelubbocktexas.com $ JASON'S DELI The options at Jason’s are endless – sandwiches, paninis, wraps, baked potatoes, soups, salads, po’boys and even pasta. 4001 S. Loop 289, 799.8660, jasonsdeli.com $ JAZZ, A LOUISIANA KITCHEN A national chain, Jazz serves New Orleans-style classics and features nightly live music. 3703 19th St., 799.2124, jazzkitchen.com $$ JIMENEZ BAKERY & RESTAURANT Jimenez has offered traditional Mexican baked goods to the Lubbock area since 1969. Breakfast items lean toward Texas-style comfort food, while lunch and dinner focus on more traditional items. Don’t leave without trying something from the bakery.

1217 Crickets Ave., 744.2685, jimenezbakeryandrestaurant.com $

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RESTAURANT GUIDE JUMBO JOE'S A true burger joint, Joe’s offers dine-in, carry-out and a convenient drive-thru. Extra-large portions and affordable prices keep diners going back for more. 3310 Fourth St., 747.7900, jumbojoes.com $ LA DIOSA CELLARS From the funky decor to the perfectly prepared tapas to the extensive wine list, La Diosa promises a top-notch experience. 901 17th St., 744.3600, ladiosacellars.com $$ THE LANTERN TAVERN A step above standard pub fare, The Lantern serves shareable appetizers, burgers and pizza in its casual dining room. Enjoy the dog-friendly patio and listen to live music on Friday nights. 3502 Slide Road, 785.2280, lanterntavern.net $$ LAS BRISAS SOUTHWEST STEAKHOUSE Elegant Southwestern-style fare awaits at Las Brisas. Feast on a 24-ounce bone-in rib-eye paired with the perfect craft cocktail or a selection from the wine list.

4701 112th St., 687.6050, las-brisas.com $$$ LEAL'S TAMALE FACTORY AND MORE Leal’s serves dishes that blend the traditional flavors of Mexico with a few twists that will delight you.

6205 19th St., 780.5325, lealstamalefactory.com $$ LEE'S CAFE You’ll need to loosen your belt at Lee’s. Irresistible plates brimming with classic comfort food make choosing one item a challenge. We’re hooked on the meat loaf and pork chops. Finish your meal with a bowl of banana pudding. 1101 Main St., 368.8537, leescafelubbock.com $$ LINDA'S CAFE Specializing in Filipino food, no-fail customer favorites include the special pancit and lomain.

Be prepared for a wait as the food is made fresh to order.

1901 W. Loop 289, Suite 6, 791.0233 $ LISA WEST’S DOUBLE NICKEL STEAK HOUSE Voted one of the top 10 best steak houses in Texas, the Double Nickel specializes in traditional

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steak-house fare. While beef rules the menu, you’ll find plenty of chicken, seafood and salads to delight the pickiest eater.

5405 Slide Road, 792.0055, doublenickelsteakhouse.com $$$ LOGAN'S ROADHOUSE Visit Logan’s Roadhouse for everything from quick lunches, take-out options, and party platters to mouth-watering, hand-cut steaks and a variety of entrees for healthconscious diners. 6251 Slide Road, 780.8135, logansroadhouse.com $$ LONE STAR OYSTER BAR A Lubbock staple for more than 30 years, Lone Star serves shrimp and oysters, and burgers and bar food. Listen to live music on the patio or watch the game on the big screens inside the restaurant. 5116 58th St., 797.3773 $$ LONGHORN STEAKHOUSE Stand-outs on LongHorn’s extensive menu include Grilled White Cheddar Stuffed Mushrooms, the hearty LongHorn Gourmet burger, a variety of steaks, and the lighter Spinach Feta Chicken.

4805 S. Loop 289, 783.0015, longhornsteakhouse.com $$ LOS TACOS This hole-in-the-wall joint serves authentic Mexican food with a focus on tacos. Try a variety to find your new favorite. 3501 Avenue A, 771.0836 $ LUBBOCK’S BREAKFAST HOUSE & GRILL Serving breakfast daily from 6 a.m. to 2 p.m., the Breakfast House also serves lunch, and dinner until 10 p.m. A huge menu means you can go back again and again to discover a new taste treat. 7006 University Ave., 687.8912/2422 19th St., 701.5351, lubbockbreakfasthouse.com $ MAMA JOSIE'S KITCHEN A staggering amount of burritos for breakfast or lunch means making a decision will be difficult.

Multiple locations help satisfy those pesky cravings for Tex-Mex. 5719 66th St., 741.0588/ 212 University Ave., 747.8546/ 318 N. University Ave., 744.6268 $

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MANARA CAFE Family-owned and -operated, Manara serves authentic Mediterranean cuisine. Customers love the swarma and gyro sandwiches and saffron rice.

2623 34th St., 701.4190 $ MAR Y TIERRA This cozy Tex-Mex restaurant serves breakfast, lunch and dinner. Expect fresh-made food and plenty of choices as the menu is lengthy.

2531 82nd St.,784.2008 $ MCALISTER'S DELI McAlister’s is not just another deli.

Its made-to-order menu is chock full of fresh sandwich and salad options that make for a quick and tasty lunch.

2415 19th St., 740.0022/ 4210 82nd St., Unit 212, 799.5200, mcalistersdeli.com $ MESQUITES BAR & GRILL The busy bar serves a limited menu to enjoy while watching the big game. 2419 Broadway St., 744.9277, mesquiteslubbock.com $ MI TACO VILLAGE This humble eatery offers dine-in or carry-out, with live music on weekends. In business since 1975, the family-owned restaurant serves fresh and delicious Tex-Mex. The chile rellenos are renowned. 220 Regis St., 747.9700 $ MISS ANN’S CLASSIC DINER A true classic, Miss Ann’s serves burgers, hot dogs, boxed meals, and ice cream. (Save room for a malt!)

3218 34th St., 792.2729 $ NORA'S MEXICAN FOOD RESTAURANT A simple menu filled with Tex-Mex food is also easy on your wallet. Grab a package of fresh tortillas to go.

4102 34th St., 771.2047 $ O’HANA JAPANESE STEAKHOUSE & SUSHI BAR Choose from hibachi service or fresh sushi when you dine at O’hana.

Reservations are suggested for busy weekend evenings. 5510 Fourth St., Suite 100, 792.0144/ 5217 82nd St., 783.8298 $$

OLIVE GARDEN ITALIAN KITCHEN Olive Garden will tell you, “When you’re here, you’re family,” and that’s the truth. With endless salad and breadsticks, no matter the entree, you’ll leave satisfied. 5702 Slide Road, 791.3575, olivegarden.com $$ ON THE BORDER MEXICAN GRILL & CANTINA On the Border’s made-to-order fajitas will knock your socks off. Of course, good Mexican food is even better with a cold beer. Go ahead, indulge. 6709 Slide Road, 686.1550, ontheborder.com $$ ONE GUY FROM ITALY PIZZA Fresh, hot, cheesy calzones are the star at One Guy, but the pizza, pasta, and garlic bread are also noteworthy.

You’ll find traditional Sicilian recipes and great conversation when you dine in. 4320 50th St., 791.1210/ 1101 University Ave., 747.1226 $ ORLANDO'S ITALIAN RESTAURANT Generous portions of Italian mainstays dominate Orlando’s menu, with a southwestern influence peppered throughout. Customers rave about the potato and green chile soup, burgers, and all-you-can-eat spaghetti and meatballs.

6951 Indiana Ave., 797.8646/ 2402 Avenue Q, 747.5998, orlandos.com $$ PANCAKE HOUSE This cozy diner fills up fast, so expect a wait time. Enjoy home-style breakfast until 2:30 p.m. daily, with lunch items available after 11 a.m.

510 Avenue Q, 765.8506 $ THE PECAN GRILL Located inside the Overton Hotel & Conference Center, The Pecan Grill serves upscale breakfast, lunch and dinner. We’re fans of the deconstructed lasagna and roasted quail. 2322 Mac Davis Lane, 776.7010, overtonhotel.com $$$ PEI WEI Pei Wei is always busy, but it’s certainly worth the wait. Your visit isn’t complete without the lettuce wraps. From there, delight your taste buds with beef ginger broccoli.

4210 82nd St., Suite 230, 792.4896, peiwei.com $$

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PHO CALI Specializing in Vietnamese noodle soup, Pho Cali also offers barbecued pork chops, fried vermicelli, and coffee. 4636 50th St., 784.2882 $

RAIN CAFE Serving breakfast, lunch and dinner every day, with brunch on weekends, Rain offers simple American cuisine that leans toward comfort food. 2708 50th St., 785.5800 $

PICOSO’S MEXICAN KITCHEN This much-anticipated restaurant was founded by members of the Leal’s family. The eatery serves rustic modern Mexican food with a focus on street-style tacos and classics like enchiladas, chile relleno, tacos and quesadillas.

7611 Milwaukee Ave., 445.9560, picososmexicankitchen.com $$ PLATFORM RESTAURANT This downtown eatery caters to the lunch crowd by featuring gourmet salads, sandwiches and soups that utilize fresh seasonal produce and house-smoked meats. 1212 Avenue K, 762.1088, platformlbk.com $$ THE PLAZA RESTAURANT Eat your fill of fresh chips and hot sauce and enjoy the laid-back atmosphere. Perfect for a family night out, the menu offers enough variety to suit the pickiest eaters.

5029 Milwaukee Ave., 687.3823, theplazaamarillo.com $$ POTBELLY SANDWICH SHOP Potbelly has it all – sandwiches (hot or cold), salads, macaroniand-cheese, soup, chips, cookies, shakes and smoothies – plenty of options to keep you going back for more. 2402 Ninth St., 747.5667/ 6616 Milwaukee Ave., Suite 900, 687.4635, potbelly.com $ QDOBA MEXICAN GRILL Order customizable, build-your-own nachos, rice bowls, burritos and salads at this fast-casual chain. Each ingredient is prepared in-house with everything made fresh to order.

5017 Milwaukee Ave., Suite 300, 771.2411, qdoba.com $ RAIDER PARK GRILL This Tech-themed bar and grill aims to give its guests a leisurely place to enjoy the big game. Keep up with daily specials and menu changes on the grill’s Facebook

RAIN UPTOWN Rain Uptown offers fine dining Italian style, with homemade pasta, pizza, seafood entrees and small plates. 5217 98th St., 798.5900, rainuptownristorante.com $$ RED LOBSTER Seafood is a real treat in the South Plains, and Red Lobster is an old stand-by when you have a hankering for shrimp. Our favorite?

The scampi swimming in delicious garlic butter complemented by tasty garlic cheese biscuits. 5034 50th St., 792.4805, redlobster.com $$ ROCKFISH SEAFOOD & GRILL This popular chain serves seafood inside its fishing-themed dining room. Splurge on a snow crab platter or something from the fish market. 6253 Slide Road, 780.7625, rockfish.com $$ ROSA'S CAFÉ & TORTILLA FACTORY Perfect for take-out or a quick, satisfying meal, Rosa’s offers TexMex favorites and a fun, upbeat atmosphere. You can’t beat the homemade tortillas, made fresh every day. 5103 82nd St., 794.2285/ 4407 Fourth St., 785.5334/ 5020 Milwaukee Ave., 792.0015/ 3115 50th St., 784.0100, rosascafe.com $ ROYAL INDIAN CUISINE Feast on authentic Indian cuisine in a clean but quirky atmosphere. With a buffet for lunch and table service at dinner, popular stand-outs are the tikki masala, lamb biryani, and buttery naan. 3806 50th St., Suite 226, 993.0041 $ RUDY'S COUNTRY STORE & BAR-B-Q Rudy’s serves up the same original recipes they’ve used since 1989: brisket, ribs, turkey, pork loin and sausage slow-smoked over an oak fire, seasoned with a secret

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RESTAURANT GUIDE dry-spice blend and topped with “Sause.” 4930 S. Loop 289, 797.1777, rudysbbq.com $$ SAIGON CAFE An extensive variety of Vietnamese entrees fill the menu at Saigon Cafe.

Photos of the food make it easier to choose something off the menu.

4515 50th St., 788.1367 $ SALTGRASS STEAK HOUSE Saltgrass has plenty of steaks to choose from and you can pair it with juicy Gulf shrimp or lump crab meat. Take our advice: Save room for the Two-Fork Cheesecake. Rich and creamy, it melts in your mouth.

6026 Marsha Sharp Fwy., 792.1004, saltgrass.com $$ THE SHACK BAR-B-Q The Shack serves its made-freshdaily barbecue until the food runs out – which happens often, so go early. 2309 N. Frankford Ave., 747.1810 $$ SLIM CHICKENS From southern-style chicken wings and tenders to sandwiches and chicken and waffles, Slim Chickens will leave you full, satisfied and licking your fingers. 2405 19th St., 701.4535/5508 Fourth St., 780.6446/ 4509 98th St., 368.3723, slimchickens.com $ SPANKY'S SANDWICH SHOP This Tech hangout specializes in home-style hamburgers, sandwiches and shareable pub grub.

811 University Ave, 744.5677, spankys.com $$ STELLA’S The perfect place to linger over an exquisite meal, Stella’s serves brunch, lunch and dinner in a warm and inviting atmosphere.

4646 50th St., 785.9299, stellaslubbock.us $$-$$$ SUSAKI SUSHI STEAKHOUSE One thing is certain: You won’t run out of options at Susaki – although you might settle on a few favorite sushi rolls. If sushi’s not your thing, choose a traditional hibachi entree. 6301 82nd St., 794.8881, susakilubbock.com $$

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TAQUERÍA AUTLÁN Part bakery, part taco shop, Taquería Autlán satisfies hungry patrons with its authentic street-style tacos, menudo and burritos. Save room for the huge tres leches cake or cheesecake for dessert.

2722 50th St., 785.1717 $ TAQUERIA JALISCO A mainstay for authentic Mexican food in Lubbock, Taqueria Jalisco serves breakfast, lunch and dinner in its large dining areas painted to look like a hacienda. Top-notch, friendly service and quality food ensure a return visit. 2211 Avenue Q, 763.7605 $ TAQUERIA Y PANDADERIA GUADALAJARA This modest eatery serves authentic fare with fresh baked goods. We love the street tacos and fresh-made chicarrón, crackling hot from the fryer. 1925 19th St., 765.8321 $ TEDDY JACKS HUB CITY GRILL Teddy Jacks promises a fun experience in its energetic dining area. The menu touches on a variety of American favorites, so there’s sure to be something for everyone at the table. 7205 Milwaukee Ave., 698.6997, teddyjacks.com $$ TEXAS ROADHOUSE Bread lovers will rejoice over the rolls and steak lovers will drool over the meat on display as soon as they walk through the door. Be ready for a wait, but the food’s worth it. 4810 S. Loop 289, 799.9900, texasroadhouse.com $$ THAI KITCHEN This hidden gem gets high marks for cleanliness, value and authentic Thai flavor. 2302 Texas Ave., 782.8689 $ THAI THAI RESTAURANT Take in-the-know diners’ advice: Don’t request substitutions on menu items at Thai Thai – trust the owner for authentic flavor, even if some of the entrees are unfamiliar.

5018 50th St., 791.0024 $ THE TIMELESS CAFE & COCKTAILS Hand-crafted cocktails that pair perfectly with the small plates and entrees at Timeless ensure a return visit. Ask the owner, Stephen,

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for tips to enhance your dining experience. 6015 82nd St., Suite 5, 784.2144, timelesscocktails.com $$

ask for in an artisan pizza joint?

6012 82nd St., 771.9378, westcrust.com $$

TOMMY'S FAMOUS BURGERS This family-run franchise promises the perfect fast food burgers, hot dogs and chili to end late-night cravings. Order a hot dog with the works – you won’t be disappointed.

117 University Ave., 763.5424, tommysfamousburgers.com $

THE WEST TABLE KITCHEN AND BAR The West family’s hip eatery inside the Pioneer Condos building downtown serves outstanding, creative food. The menu changes daily to accommodate seasonal foods, but we enjoyed the crab hushpuppy starter, hearty burger, and roasted beet salad on our last visit. 1204 Broadway St., Suite 103, 993.9378, thewesttable.com $$

TORCHY'S TACOS Start with the queso and a Happy Hour special and linger in Torchy's hip atmosphere as the perfect end to a workday or for day-time weekend relaxation with friends.

2407 9th St., Suite 100, 368.8973, torchystacos.com $ THE TRIPLE J CHOPHOUSE & BREW CO. Owned and operated by the folks that started Bigham’s Bar-B-Q, Triple J serves lunch and dinner in its historic downtown location.

Meat lovers will rejoice over the USDA Choice steak options.

1807 Buddy Holly Ave., 771.6555, triplejchophouseandbrewco.com $$ UNCLE CHIEN'S CHINESE & THAI RESTAURANT This tiny drive-thru or dine-in restaurant serves affordable traditional Chinese and Thai food.

Expect friendly service and standard fare. 3004 34th St., 795.1148, unclechiens.com $ URBAN BRICKS PIZZA Fast, build-your-own pizzas from counter service enable guests to experiment with everything from the crust, sauce and drizzle to meat, cheese and vegetables.

7610 Milwaukee Ave., Suite 300, 993.7777, urbanbrickspizza.com $ THE WATERING WELL EATERY You can feel good about the offerings at The Watering Well.

Predominately made from organic ingredients, most menu items are Paleo- and Whole 30-friendly, and there are also plenty of gluten-free options. 6303 82nd St., 224.1130, thewateringwelleatery.com $$ WEST CRUST Exciting flavor profiles, craft soda and free beer. What more could you

WILEY'S BAR-B-QUE While it’s off the beaten path, Wiley’s is worth a visit. We’d go for just the ribs, but the brisket, sandwiches, and potato salad are also tasty options.

1805 Parkway Drive, 765.7818 $$ WINGSTOP Wingstop cooks up some of the best chicken wings around. There’s a flavor for every palate. And if you haven’t had sugared and salted french fries, you just haven’t lived.

5510 Fourth St., Suite 220, 788.1310/ 1803 7th St., Suite 501, 744.7675/ 6807 Slide Road, 798.3226, wingstop.com $ WOODY’S BRICK OVEN PIZZA & GRILL A family-owned and -operated establishment, Woody’s serves Chicago-style pizza, wings, calzones, burgers and sandwiches.

Daily specials, especially at lunch, make this place a great value. 3135 34th St., 368.5263, woodysbrickovenpizzaandgrill.com $$ YAMAGATA JAPANESE STEAKHOUSE Yamagata’s shabu shabu (hot pots) set it apart from other hibachi-style restaurants in town. Choose a variety of thinly sliced meats and vegetables to cook tableside. 5905 82nd St., Suite 104, 687.5620 $$ YELLOW HOUSE COFFEE On weekdays, Yellow House serves breakfast built on toast. Start your weekend with breakfast ingredients on fluffy buttermilk biscuits. And of course, there are plenty of specialty coffees to get that morning energy boost. 3017 34th St., 702.8997, yellowhousecoffee.com $

Calendar OF EVENTS

AJ ARCHIVE PHOTOS

July 2018

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4TH ON BROADWAY

elebrate Independence Day in downtown Lubbock with plenty of fun for the entire family.

The festivities kick off on Tuesday, July 3, with the FiberMax Texas Country Street Dance at the Lubbock County Courthouse Square.

This year’s concert will feature Mike Ryan, Kody West, and Grant Gilbert. Doors open at 7 p.m. and the music starts at 7:30 p.m.

Early birds, get ready for the Yankee Doodle Dash at 7:30 a.m. on Wednesday, July 4. A race for all ages, enthusiasts can participate in either a 5-K or 1-mile run, and the Sparkler Sprint for kids ages 6 to 12. The dash runs along the parade route and is hosted by West Texas Endurance.

The Sonic Parade begins at 9 a.m. at the intersection of Avenue M and Broadway Street, and disperses at Joyland Amusement Park. Themed “All You Need Is Love,” the parade will feature floats from local businesses and nonprofits. This year’s parade will include cash prizes for commercial and noncommercial entries.

Family-friendly activities throughout the day will include a kid’s area brimming with activities, inflatables, yoga and more. The Kid’s Area will be open from 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Cool off all day at the Sunbelt Rentals Cool Zone, which will offer evaporative coolers throughout the festival. At 11 a.m. kids can compete in the Bolton Oil Change Youth Fishing Tournament, hosted by Cabela’s. The competition is open to kids ages 18 and younger, with prizes for the largest fish caught, smallest fish caught, and most fish caught in three age categories. And hungry guests can gorge themselves on fresh fried catfish and cobbler at the Riversmith’s Catfish & Cobbler Eating Contest at 5 p.m.

The Covenant and First Bank & Trust’s Evening Concert will begin at 7 p.m., and feature West Texas artists and the Youth Symphony Orchestras of Lubbock. The Reagor Dykes Mitsubishi Fireworks Extravaganza will start at 9:45 p.m., and features a choreographed fireworks show to music from the Youth Symphony Orchestras of Lubbock.

For more information, visit broadwayfestivals.com or call 749.3237.

To have an event listed on the calendar, email details to mmcaffrey@lubbockonline.com or fax a press release to 806.345.3282.

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JUNE 2018 ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT

July 6 First Friday Art Trail 6-9 p.m. Grab a map and explore the trail, or take a free Citibus trolley ride to the stops on the trail in the Lubbock Cultural District. 511 Avenue K, ffat.org

July 6-7 “The Adventures of Punch and Prudie” 7:30 p.m. C.A.T.S. Playhouse, 2257 34th St., 503.4036 Meredith Wilson’s “The Music Man” 8 p.m. Moonlight Musicals Amphitheatre, 413 E. Broadway St., 775.2242

July 7 ArtRide LBK 10 a.m. Departing from LHUCA, cyclists will follow a route with multiple stops in Lubbock’s Downtown and Depot districts as well as Texas Tech University.

LHUCA, 511 Avenue K, 762.8606

July 13-14 “The Adventures of Punch and Prudie” 7:30 p.m. C.A.T.S. Playhouse, 2257 34th St., 503.4036

July 20-21 “The Adventures of Punch and Prudie” 7:30 p.m. C.A.T.S. Playhouse, 2257 34th St., 503.4036

July 22 Repurposed Exhibition Gallery Talk and Reception 2 p.m. Buddy Holly Center, 1801 Crickets Ave., 775.3560 BENEFITS & FUNDRAISERS

July 7 Hogg Maulies Blue Light Benefit for Janna 9 p.m. Proceeds from the concert and raffles will benefit Janna Johnson. The Blue Light Live, 1806 Buddy Holly Ave., 762.1185

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July 14

MUSIC

Second Annual Brooke Ashton Golf Tournament 8 a.m. Includes dinner and prizes. Registration required.

Reese Golf Center, 146 Quitsna Ave., 885.1247

July 1

Humane Society of West Texas Fundraiser 5-7 p.m. Adoptable pets will also be available. Great American Canine, 7415 87th St., Unit CC, 831.2411

July 21 2018 Wild West Epilepsy Shootout 8:30 a.m. Third annual sporting clays tournament will include a 12-station shooting competition, prizes, awards and lunch. Lubbock Shooting Complex, 1475 County Road 1, 863.3318 Fourth Annual Rock to Cure Cancer Benefit Show 5 p.m. Jake’s Sports Cafe and Backroom, 5025 50th St., Suite A, 687.5253

July 23 Lubbock Chamber of Commerce Golf Classic 6:30 a.m. and 12 p.m., morning and afternoon flights.

The Rawls Course, 3720 Fourth St., 761.7000

July 27 Breast Fest 9 p.m. Music festival and IBCA-sanctioned barbecue cook-off. Buffalo Springs Lake, 9999 High Meadow Road, breast_fest@yahoo.com

Jere Lowe 7 p.m. Gator’s Bayou Cajun Grill & Bar, 5217 98th St., 698.6900 Sunday Concerts in the Park 8-9 p.m. Featuring the Westwinds Brass Band. Event Wagner Park, 2600 Elgin Ave., 775.2673 Ruzz Guitar’s Blues Revue 10 p.m.

Bar PM, 1211 University Ave., Unit A, 747.2720

July 2 Bad Wolves & From Ashes to New, plus Diamante 6 p.m. Jake’s Sports Cafe and Backroom, 5025 50th St., Suite A, 687.5253

July 3 The Fibermax Texas Country Street Dance 7 p.m. Part of the 4th on Broadway festivities. Featuring Mike Ryan with special guests Kody West and Grant Gilbert. Lubbock County Courthouse, 904 Broadway St., 749.2929

July 5 Summer Showcase Concert Series: Nuclear Juarez 5:30-7:30 p.m. Free, family-friendly concert series will Include live music, food trucks, cash bar, and children’s activities.

The Buddy Holly Center Meadows Courtyard, 1801 Crickets Ave., 775.3560

July 28 2018 Lubbock Cattle Baron’s Ball 5:30 p.m. Headliner will be Robert Earl Keen. Ball will include live and silent auctions, food stations and dancing to the music of the Emerald City Dance Band. V8 Ranch, 6501 FM 835, 792.7128 Breast Fest 12 p.m. Music festival and IBCA-sanctioned barbecue cook-off. Buffalo Springs Lake, 9999 High Meadow Road, breast_fest@yahoo.com

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McPherson Cellars Patio Nights: Jerry Serrano 6 p.m. Enjoy live music, drink specials and food by J&M BBQ. McPherson Cellars, 1615 Texas Ave., 687.9463 Craig Elliot 7 p.m. Gator’s Bayou Cajun Grill & Bar, 5217 98th St., 698.6900

July 6 T$Lee Artist Showcase 3-10 p.m.

Concert will feature 30 artists from all genres, food, vendors and family fun. Buffalo Springs Lake,

9999 High Meadow Road, 325.267.0990 Cash Taylor 7 p.m. Gator’s Bayou Cajun Grill & Bar, 5217 98th St., 698.6900 Hub City Boys 8 p.m. Back 40 Grill, 5214 98th St., 853.8715 Karaoke Friday with DJ Jazzcat 9 p.m. Timeless Art Gallery, 3501 50th St., Suite 112, 771.2754

July 7 Keeping it Country with Will Banister and Friends 7:30-9:30 p.m.

The Cactus Theater, 1812 Buddy Holly Ave., 762.3233

July 8 Garrett Richie 7 p.m. Gator’s Bayou Cajun Grill & Bar, 5217 98th St., 698.6900 Sunday Concerts in the Park 8-9 p.m. Featuring the Westwinds Brass Band. Event Wagner Park, 2600 Elgin Ave., 775.2673

July 12 Summer Showcase Concert Series: Mike Pritchard 5:30-7:30 p.m. Free, family-friendly concert series will Include live music, food trucks, cash bar, and children’s activities.

The Buddy Holly Center Meadows Courtyard, 1801 Crickets Ave., 775.3560 McPherson Cellars Patio Nights: Bo Garza 6 p.m. Enjoy live music, drink specials and food by Llano Cubano.

McPherson Cellars, 1615 Texas Ave., 687.9463 Brian McRae 7 p.m. Gator’s Bayou Cajun Grill & Bar, 5217 98th St., 698.6900

July 13 Alyssa Beyer 7 p.m. Gator’s Bayou Cajun Grill & Bar, 5217 98th St., 698.6900

July 14 Ian Moore 7 p.m. The Garden, 1801 Buddy Holly Ave., 407.3636 Keeping it Country with Will Banister and Friends 7:309:30 p.m. The Cactus Theater, 1812 Buddy Holly Ave., 762.3233

July 15

An Evening with Ricky Skaggs and Kentucky Thunder 7:30-9:30 p.m.

The Cactus Theater, 1812 Buddy Holly Ave., 762.3233 The Good The Bad & The Ugly 8-11 p.m. Richard Rawlings Icehouse, 2522 Marsha Sharp Fwy., 368.0751

The Local Nobodys 2-10 p.m.

Celebrate The Garden’s one-year anniversary. Party will include free food (while supplies last) and live music beginning at 4 p.m. The Garden, 1801 Buddy Holly Ave., 407.3636

Karaoke Night with DJ Jazzcat 9 p.m. Timeless Art Gallery, 3501 50th St., Suite 112, 771.2754

Spivey 7 p.m. Gator’s Bayou Cajun Grill & Bar, 5217 98th St., 698.6900

July 21

Sunday Concerts in the Park 8-9 p.m. Featuring the Westwinds Brass Band. Event Wagner Park, 2600 Elgin Ave., 775.2673

July 19 Summer Showcase Concert Series: Brandon Padier & The Good People 5:30-7:30 p.m. Free, familyfriendly concert series will Include live music, food trucks, cash bar, and children’s activities. The Buddy Holly Center Meadows Courtyard, 1801 Crickets Ave., 775.3560 McPherson Cellars Patio Nights: Mark Wallney 6 p.m. Enjoy live music, drink specials and food by J&M BBQ. McPherson Cellars, 1615 Texas Ave., 687.9463 Craig Elliot 7 p.m. Gator’s Bayou Cajun Grill & Bar, 5217 98th St., 698.6900

July 20 Bidi Bidi Banda Selena Tribute 7 p.m. The Garden, 1801 Buddy Holly Ave., 407.3636 Ginger & The Alchemist 7 p.m.

Gator’s Bayou Cajun Grill & Bar, 5217 98th St., 698.6900

Hub City Boys 10 p.m. Texas Cafe and Bar – The Spoon, 3604 50th St., 792.8544

Valerie Ponzio with Chuco Soul Project 8 p.m. The Garden, 1801 Buddy Holly Ave., 407.3636

July 22 Shelton Rohling 7 p.m. Gator’s Bayou Cajun Grill & Bar, 5217 98th St., 698.6900

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July 25 Electronic Therapy 8:30 p.m.

Kongs Bar, 1707 Texas Ave., 687.5664

July 26 Summer Showcase Concert Series: hONEyhoUSe 5:30-7:30 p.m. Free, family-friendly concert series will Include live music, food trucks, cash bar, and children’s activities.

The Buddy Holly Center Meadows Courtyard, 1801 Crickets Ave., 775.3560 Spivey 7 p.m. Gator’s Bayou Cajun Grill & Bar, 5217 98th St., 698.6900 James McMurtry 7:30-9:30 p.m.

The Cactus Theater, 1812 Buddy Holly Ave., 762.3233

July 27 Jere Lowe 7 p.m. Gator’s Bayou Cajun Grill & Bar, 5217 98th St., 698.6900

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JUNE 2018 A West Texas Tribute to Neil Diamond 7:30 p.m. The Cactus Theater, 1812 Buddy Holly Ave., 762.3233 McPherson Cellars Patio Nights: Joy Harris 6 p.m. Enjoy live music, drink specials and food by PJ’s Catering. McPherson Cellars, 1615 Texas Ave., 687.9463

July 28 The Last Bandoleros 7:30 p.m. The Cactus Theater, 1812 Buddy Holly Ave., 762.3233

July 29 The Frontier Big Band 6-9 p.m.

Teddy Jack’s Hub City Grill, 7205 Milwaukee Ave., 698.6997 I Set My Friends on Fire 7 p.m.

Jake’s Sports Cafe and Backroom, 5025 50th St., Suite A, 687.5253 Cash Taylor 7 p.m. Gator’s Bayou Cajun Grill & Bar, 5217 98th St., 698.6900

July 30 Black Stone Cherry 7 p.m. Jake’s Sports Cafe and Backroom, 5025 50th St., Suite A, 687.5253

July 31 Alterbeast 6:30 p.m. Jake’s Sports Cafe and Backroom, 5025 50th St., Suite A, 687.5253

Wednesdays and Saturdays in July Ballet in the Park 9:30 a.m.

Family-friendly outdoor fitness hosted by Ballet Lubbock. Maxey Park Neighborhood, 3916 29th St., 785.3090

July 1 Party in the Park 6:30 p.m. Event will include live music, food trucks and family fun. Hosted by Grove Faith Collective, Sugar Brown’s Coffee, and Heart of Lubbock Neighborhood. Stumpy Hamilton Park, 2200 Avenue X, 701.5013

July 4 4th on Broadway 7:30 a.m.-11:30 a.m. All-day festivities begin with Yankee Doodle Dash & Sparkler Sprint at 7:30 a.m. Registration required. The Sonic Parade begins at 9 a.m.– this year’s theme is “All You Need is Love”. The free Kid’s Area opens at 10 a.m. Daytime Music in the Park begins at 10:30 a.m. on two outdoor stages.

At 11 a.m. take part in the Bolton Oil Change Youth Fishing Tournament hosted by Cabela’s.

Riversmith’s will host a catfish and cobbler eating contest at 5 p.m. At 7 p.m. Covenant and First Bank & Trust’s Evening Concert will take place, featuring contemporary West Texas artists and the Youth Symphony Orchestras of Lubbock. The Reagor Dykes Fireworks Extravaganza begins at 10 p.m. Fourth and Broadway, 512.294.3369

SPECIAL EVENTS

July 6 Saturdays in July Lubbock Downtown Farmers Market 9 a.m. The market will feature vendors selling fresh produce, meat, cheese, baked goods, crafts and more. 19th Street and Buddy Holly Ave., 441.8564

Moonlight Market 6-9 p.m. The Lubbock Downtown Farmers Market will hold its Moonlight Market as part of the First Friday Art Trail. Vendors will be located at Tornado Gallery, The Garden and Juxtaposh. 441.8564

July 7 Wine Tour 12-6:30 p.m. Tour will include three wineries, snacks, and luxury limousine seating. Tickets required. 543.7507

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Kidz at Play Basketball Tournament 6 p.m. Registration deadline is July 4. Legacy Play Village, 6401 Marsha Sharp Fwy., 775.2673

July 9 TED Talks 12:30-2 p.m. Hosted by Lubbock Parks and Recreation.

Bring a brown bag lunch and take part in group discussions. Mae Simmons Park, 2004 Park Ave., 775.2673

games, activities, prizes, and more! Maggie Terjo Supercenter, 3200 Amherst St., 775.3000 Pet Adoptions 11 a.m.-3 p.m.

Hosted by National Flea Market of Lubbock. Event will include free microchipping by City of Lubbock Animal Services, live music, shopping, petting zoo and more.

National Flea Market of Lubbock, 1808 Clovis Road, 744.4979

Wanted: a writer with a creative flair and the ability to work on deadline

July 26 “The Ocean Blue” Special Showing 8:30-11 p.m. Only 75 tickets/seats available for a special showing of the movie, “The Ocean Blue.”

Hosted by Texas Dive Center of Lubbock. Cinemark Tinseltown and XD, 2535 82nd St., 791.0567

July 13 Movies in the Park: “Cars 3” 8:3011 p.m. Hodges Community Center, 4011 University Ave., 775.2673

July 14 2018 Lubbock BJJ Championships 7:30 a.m.-6 p.m. Hosted by the American Grappling Federation.

Apex Event Center, 7806 County Road 7050, 972.979.9762

Business After Hours 5:30-7 p.m.

Hosted by the Lubbock Chamber of Commerce and sponsored by Unite Private Networks. Hillcrest Golf & Country Club, 4011 N. Boston Ave., 761.7000

July 27 Movies in the Park: “Peter Rabbit” 8:30-11 p.m. Maxey Community Center, 4020 30th St., 775.2673

July 28 Country Dance 7-10 p.m. Lubbock Area Square and Round Dance Center, 2305 120th St., 745.8290 TRADE SHOWS

July 7 Summer Dance Series: Contra Dancing 7-9 p.m. Live music from The Hub City Contra Band.

International Cultural Center Hall of Nations, 601 Indiana Ave., 742.3667

July 17 Taste Test Tuesdays 6-8 p.m.

Free event with recipes from food grown at the gardens. Heart of Lubbock Community Garden, 2324 21st St., 847.791.8572

July 20 Movies in the Park: “Coco” 8:3011 p.m. Maggie Trejo Supercenter, 3200 Amherst St., 775.2673

Gun and Blade Show 9 a.m.-5 p.m.

Lubbock Memorial Civic Center, 1501 Mac Davis Lane, 775.2242 Christmas in July Vendor Show 10 a.m. CenterPointe Event Center, 4925 Marsha Sharp Fwy., 559.1418

July 8 Gun and Blade Show 10 a.m.-5 p.m.

Lubbock Memorial Civic Center, 1501 Mac Davis Lane, 775.2242 Christmas in July Vendor Show 1 p.m. CenterPointe Event Center, 4925 Marsha Sharp Fwy., 559.1418

July 21 Summer Health Festival 9 a.m.1 p.m. Immunizations, health providers, information booths,

We are looking for experienced writers.

If you are interested in contributing to Lubbock Magazine, email mmcaffrey@lubbockonline.com for more information.

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At Work WITH SHANNON SPENCER, GIRL SCOUTS OF TEXAS OKLAHOMA PLAINS

Whiteboard It is the No. 1 tool to have in my toolbox! I use it when I need to data dump before I begin to develop training outlines.

The Girl Scout Promise The foundation of Girl Scouts; I recite to it before I begin any project.

Scouting mug One of my favorite mugs; it notes that all girls can be a part of a great organization.

Diversity and inclusion is important!

Certifications My Master Trainer Certificate was a great accomplishment as well as a gamechanger for my career.

Grandma water bottle I wear that title with pride! I have a special little one in my life that calls me G-Ma and her name is Ava Grace. I received this gift from the Grandma club when Ava was born.

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Family photo This photo of my son, Quinton, and daughter, Asheton, was taken the day I started my career in Girl Scouts. I look at this picture every morning and reflect back to that life-changing moment for our family.

Girl Guides These training guides are part of the Girl Scout National Portfolio Girl Scout Program.

Crosses My faith in God is the centerpiece of my life.

I am nothing and can do nothing without having faith in God.

P Leadership Lubbock Recognition I was in the Leadership Lubbock class of 2013. Lubbock is a great city to live in, and Leadership Lubbock provides you with opportunities to be exposed to and learn more about Lubbock.

Junior League Shining Star Award I was nominated by my Junior League peers as the Shining Star Volunteer. I was surprised and humbled, because I volunteer to help the needy, not to be recognized.

Year of Service Award The Girl Scouts of Texas Oklahoma Plains recognizes our volunteers for their time and dedication they give to our girls.

Volunteers thanked me with this award for supporting them.

PHOTO BY SHANNON RICHARDSON

Circle of Friends This was given to me by my colleagues that became my friends at a previous place of employment.

rior to starting her near 20-year career with the Girl Scouts of Texas Oklahoma Plains, Shannon Spencer worked a day job that didn’t bring her anything other than a paycheck. So, back to school she went.

With a degree in administration in hand and a recommendation from a classmate who worked with the Girl Scouts, Spencer began a passionfilled career that keeps her eager to wake up each morning and get to work.

“One of my mottos is if I have to think about a reason not to go to work, it’s time to look for a new career. So far I’ve not had that thought,” says the Lubbock native. “I get excited knowing young women and girls will be inspired and have the opportunity to explore and have their voices heard through the Girl Scouts. It’s because of the things we are able to do behind the scenes that help them fulfill their dreams.”

Though Spencer wore many hats with the Girl Scouts over the years, she’s found her stride in the arena of volunteerism. As the council trainer/ volunteer experience coordinator, her primary role involves writing and amending curriculum that equips volunteers to teach the girls.

“My passion is volunteerism and adult learning to help girls fulfill their missions,” says Spencer.

Though Spencer has only one year of scouting in her history, that wasn’t the case for her daughter, Asheton, who started Girl Scouts in fifth grade and went on to earn awards, a scholarship, and opportunities to travel to Europe. Though her granddaughter is only 3, Spencer hopes she will one day live by the Girl Scout Promise.

“You know how we used to say in Girl Scouts that we’re building girls for tomorrow’s leader?” says Spencer. “Well, we’re building girls for today’s leader.” L

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Yesteryear

THE LUBBOCK SQUARE

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t the turn of the century, Lubbock was just getting on its feet. Established as a county in 1876 and an official settlement about 15 years later, the bustling center of Lubbock had a mercantile shop, a drugstore, and the twostory Nicolett Hotel, which was constructed by Frank E. Wheelock, Lubbock’s first mayor. The hotel was particularly attractive to ranchers, businessmen and others in the region who not only wanted to invest in the new town, but also take advantage of the growing economy.

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By 1905, when this photo is presumed to have been taken, the local population was on a steady, upward swing, nearing 2,000 residents.

Electricity, railroads and the area’s first automobile line would all arrive over the next five years.

By mid-century, the center of Lubbock moved from its original location (close to where Meadowbrook Canyon Creek Golf Club now sits) to a few miles southwest, and all of its official buildings moved with it. L

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