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RE/MAX TOWN & COUNTRY: WE ARE COMMITTED TO YOU

LEEANN BAILEY Agent, GRI leeann@remax-fbgtx.com 830-998-0988

Our Office Delivers to You: - Experience - Market Knowledge - Award-Winning Agents - Inventory Positioning - Expertise - Always Ready to Serve

DENNIS KUSENBERGER Broker/Owner, CLHMS, CRS, GRI dennisk@kusey.com 830-456-6327

MIKE STARKS Agent, GRI mike@remax-fred.com 830-456-3532

SHARON ARMSTRONG Agent, GRI sharon@remax-fbgtx.com 830-998-6262

Contact us for a confidential, no obligation consultation.

We can help you meet your objectives.

Competence is no accident.

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Yee Haw Ranch Outfitters

Everything to Outfit You and Your Home

3245 Hwy 290 East, Fredericksburg 830-998-2079 www.yeehawranch.com

YOUR TEXAS HILL COUNTRY EXPERT

Willkommen! Fredericksburg encompasses a town steeped in history and has a strong sense of community.

The Texas Hill Country offers more than farming and ranching, the area is ripe with world class wineries on the Texas Winery Row. Stunning Hill Country views serve as a backdrop for Fredericksburg’s amazing restaurants, golf resorts and unique shopping experiences.

Born and raised in Fredericksburg, Texas, Joe Salinas is an expert in the Hill Country market. His family owns a 3rd generation construction company based in Fredericksburg; this is where Joe’s personal passion for preservation and the restoration of older homes comes from. He appreciates their rich historical value.

Joe started in real estate in 2005 and has obtained both a GRI designation along with the coveted Brokerage License. Joe’s expertise and skill combined with the oneof-a-kind resources and reputation of the Kuper Sotheby’s International Realty global brand are powerful advantages that set Joe apart from the competion. Allow him to find your idyllic location in the Texas Hill Country to call home.

JOE SALINAS III GRI • Broker Associate

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CABERNET GRILL OUTDOOR DINING

"Sometimes we need to go on vacation to rediscover the beautiful people who live with us." Sondra Phoenix Wouldn't it be nice to get back to basics and pay attention to the people in our lives at meal time?

Our electronic gadgets and phones amuse and entertain us. They even keep us "connected," we tell each other. Yet something about that just doesn't hold true. There is a difference in sitting around a table looking at our phones and sitting around the table looking at each other. With our phones, eye contact is a rarity, the sound of the voices you love fall silent. Perhaps all of our senses are robbed from time on our phones, as we tune out those who are mere feet from us.

How nice would it be if you could go somewhere new and come together with phones off and share a meal? A place where you have something in common. A place where you can share what you saw that day, what you felt, even something as simple as what tastes good. A place deep in the heart of the TX Hill Country.

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When you visit Fredericksburg, we invite you to one of our amazing restaurants to experience what is becoming more rare, time enjoying a delicious meal concentrating on one another.

Did you know there are over 90 places to choose from? There are simple diners, a few fast food chains dotted here and there, but, without a doubt, there are some of the best restaurants for many miles, with Trip Advisor standings that speak absolute volumes. Indeed, if you are within 100 miles of some of these places, they are certainly worth the drive, just to dine.

So, what do you say? How about bringing someone you love, setting your electronics aside, and enjoying the wonder of each other's company? Answer questions across the table? Eat without posting a photo, and fall in love with the art of dining together again?

Instead of a photo of your food, and a selfie in bad lighting, remember the light in each others' eyes. Recall the sweet sound of their laughter and keep the great memory of a meal you actually took the time to share. Together, in Fredericksburg, TX.

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Hill Country Catering ...redefined

Located in the Historic Schreiner Building in Downtown Kerrville.

720 Water Street Kerrville, Tx 78028 830-257-7171

Bistro Open Monday-Friday 11-2 Gourmet-To-Go Open Monday-Friday 9-4

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ASIAN GARDEN Chinese Cuisine ‧ Sushi Take-out and Delivery 1408 E Main St #100 Fredericksburg, Tx 78624 Take-out: (830) 997-5555 www.asiangarden78624.com

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HUNGRY? GERMAN, AMERICAN, THAI, ITALIAN, CHINESE...WE HAVE IT ALL!

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FEATURING • FULL SERVICE BREAKFAST, LUNCH AND DINNER MENU • AVAILABLE FOR PRIVATE PARTIES • DAILY SPECIALS • BEER & WINE OPEN 6 DAYS A WEEK • CATERING WEDNESDAY THRU MONDAY 9 AM-3 PM 5 PM-9 PM

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AUTHENTIC CHINESE RESTAURANT & SUSHI BAR

830-990-8888

504 E. MAIN ST. FREDERICKSBURG, TX

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Jennie’s Smoked Burgers and Tornado Fries •Smoked Brisket Burgers •Black Angus Sirloin Hot Dogs •Tornado Fries

Open 10:30 am to 8:00 pm Sunday, Monday, Wednesday and Thursday

Open 10:30 am to 9:00 pm Friday and Saturday

Closed Tuesdays jenniessmokedburgers.com

830-990-4000 • 319B East Main Street Down the Driveway Next to Fischer & Wieser

Fredericksburg’s local hamburger restaurant!

It’s Fredericksburg’s ultimate family-friendly, sports-watching, just down the street, cool historic vibe kind of brick oven pizza place.

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Street Food | Beer & Wine | Bocce Ball | Playscape

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Fresh Food • Fun Atmosphere • Sandwiches • Soups • Salads • Pizza Beer & Wine • Shaded Patios • Televised Sports • Perfect for Groups OPEN DAILY @ 11AM WE DELIVER $15 Minimum. Within City Limits.

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SOZIAL HAUS

107 S. Llano, Fredericksburg, TX 78624

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VAUDEVILLE AT NIGHT

"Sometimes the only therapy needed is a day with friends, beautifully distracted." Sondra Phoenix In Fredericksburg, TX, we have to admit, shopping is always a good idea.

Why Fredericksburg? Because there is a magnetism here. Stores aren't just "open" here. They call to us by literally wooing us with their magnificence.

Here, downtown Fredericksburg is split by a highway, with two rows of amazing storefronts that face Main Street, and many stores to discover just a stone's throw away from Main. Here you'll find storefronts with windows so fancifully dressed, one positively must find their way inside, if only to linger for a precious few moments; absolutely brilliantly beautiful stores that romance our senses.

And we admit, we could use a little wooing in our lives. A little more beauty.

Beauty for our bodies in the form of silver bangles, diamonds, Boulet boots, hand tooled leather belts and purses, or shirts spun of fine silk or linen.

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Beauty for our homes in the form of immensely fragrant candles, handmade furnishings, or exquisite original art, that will grace not only our home, but homes for generations to come.

In Fredericksburg, TX there is beauty for our spirit as well, in the form of hand made leather journals, mesquite pens with a turquoise vein twisting around the barrel, or beautiful potions and bubbles prepared with lavender or sweet almond, shea butters and honey.

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Bliss. Relaxation. Beauty. Wonder. You can shop for all these beautiful "things" here.

So visit, won't you?

Come and buy yourself a little beautiful distraction, here in the charming and lovely town of Fredericksburg, TX.

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Try a Full Pick up a Flight Tasting Mongolian First Friday Art Vereins Quilt German Walk - tour our Guild 9th of 6 wines for Lamb fedora for $10 at beautiful art Bienniel Quilt Pillows at Oktoberfest Armadillo’s Leap galleries and Timeless Show, at Kuckucks - etched crystal enjoy wine stemware Menagerie Sept. 2-3 Nest along the way included

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Large West End Pizza with 4 meats, mozarella & trimmings Wildseed Farms: Bring your girlfriends & shop in the “Primrose Room”

Enjoy 2ofpieces Family 5 can of fudge swim all day for at Lady & 2$10 coffees at Bird Johnson Fredericksburg Municipal ParkFudge or Town Pools

CowGirl Tuff “Classic Dark Wash” Boot Cut Jeans at Yee Haw Ranch Outfitters

Spend an afternoon at Larry Jackson’s Fine Art & Antiques

Annual Grape Stomp at Becker Vineyards Aug 27-28

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Enjoy Take a 2 Tickets to Silver Calla Watch the art from the nostalgic trip The Lily Pendant sunset atop whimsical to at Fredericksburg down the aisles the realistic at of Dooley’s for Enchanted Mar Silver Theater River Rustic “old fashioned” Jewelry Rock Company Gallery

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Secure your Adorn your wrist reservations beautifully for your with dream B&B Kendra Scott with Candice Cuff Gastehaus Bracelet from Schmidt Zertz When you Pecan Lover’s If you love want your kitchen Basket own chef, gadgets, from call you’ve got Fredericksburg to browse My Own Chef Pecan Co. Der Kuchen Laden Catering Smoked Turkey Reuben at Rathskeller for Lunch

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7th Annual “Gingersnaps” Children’s Golf a few Jewelry “Paint & Learn Knights of Stargaze rounds at Columbus Ensembles for Two” at Lady Bird Bestfest at 4 - 5:30 Marktplatz Oct 15 The Keely Corona Golf Course $10 Admission Seasons Art Enjoy a glass of Domestic or Imported Beer and your favorite cigar at Tabak Haus

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Wine Tours Furnishings, & split a Elegant Abound! Accessories & popcorn at Exquisite Fritztown Try One! Design at

Midnight Pioneer Stroll Museum on Main Street

Largest Split a Donut Jennie’s collection of Burger, & Smoked Brisket Texana books in Double Burgers the Hill Country Cheese &Tornado Potato Fries at Fries Books on Main at Hondo’s

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Split a Homemade Apple Streudel & 2 cups of piping hot java at Java Ranch

Vera Bradley Crossbody Bags at Jabberwocky

Jewelry that Split a Large Take home a “sets fashion beautiful trends in Texas homemade work of art shake Hill Country by a local Jewelry design” at Bariloche artist from at Texas Silver Farms Artisans Gallery Rush

Texas Wines Shop for and locally vintage sourced clothing, ingredients shoes & prepared by accessories Chef Ross at Burtwell at Cabernet Grill Haberdashery Marktplatz Keepsakes, Pick up a bottle The Lodge: The playground expressions of of Back Porch Hill Country’s faith, elegant on Austin Sittin’ Wine at Premier Site for everyday Street-FiestaWinery jewelry at Events in Fun for the James Avery Tasting Room Fredericksburg Kids!

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Pedal Tour Texas - the Coolest Thing to do in Fredericksburg

Attend the “Lightthe Night” Christmas Parade Dec. 2, 2016

Family of 5 can swim all day for $10 at Lady Bird Johnson Municipal Park or Town Pool

D’Vinely Designed accessories and decor for you and your home

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Birkenstock · Alex and Ani Sanuk · Virgins Saints & Angels Sperry · Life is Good Yellowbox · Free People

zertz.com 106 E Main 830.990.8900

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Really Cool Clothing

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102 East Main St. (830) 997-5507

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Timeless Menagerie "Lori’s vision and dream brought to Fredericksburg a store that would make us all feel like we had been transported to many other places at once."

We have all heard the phrase ‘world traveler’ - and a few of us might have been fortunate enough to be one. But for those of us who wish to experience the beauty of the world through another’s eyes, and who wish to wander through the collective magic and soul of those experiences, let's just say, we have the place for you!

That place is Timeless Menagerie in Fredericksburg, Texas.

And the traveler is owner Lori Smithers. Falling in love with Fredericksburg is easy to do and Lori did just that nearly 20 years ago when her travels brought her here. She was inspired by a local business woman, and her son’s talent, and supported by her husband. So it wasn’t long before they decided to call Fredericksburg "home."

Her vision and dream brought to Fredericksburg a store that would make us all feel like we had been transported to many other places at once; a menagerie of splendor, history and beauty. One walk through the door and you will be on an around-the-world treasure hunt. You will find beautiful vintage furnishings for your home, awesome decorative paints and fine papers, jewelry and even unexpected fun finds like pedal cars! You just never know what the world will bring to your doorstep from Timeless Menagerie!

But you will also find something more. Lori, a lover of perfection in imperfection, simplicity and grace, has created a place where we can rescue a piece of our own history instead of discarding it, where we can gather in groups and create. Where we can feel a part of the community that we who live here cherish, and those who are passing through can truly experience.

So! If you are a fan of Rachel Ashwell’s products or the hundreds of colorful choices that Annie Sloan’s Chalk Paint offers, or if you just want to meet a local who will make you feel the warmth and beauty of this community, stop in to her store at 330 West Main Street and meet Lori.

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The Faux Show Collection

A collection of furnishings and fabulous things!

6258 Hwy. 290 E. • Fredericksburg, Tx thefauxshowinc.com • (979) 575-1888 Hours: Fri. - Sat. 11AM - 6PM & Sun. 11AM - 5PM

Check out our Facebook page for Paint Workshop dates & details

The Texas Hill Country destination for cookware, cutlery, bake ware, kitchen gadgets, kitchen electrics and hard to find culinary items.

Mon-Fri: 10am5:30pm Sat: 10am-6pm Sun: 11am-1pm

830.997.4937 ∙ www.littlechef.com ∙ info@littlechef.com ∙ 258 East Main St. ∙ Fredericksburg TX

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In spring of 2016, Wildseed Farms, the largest wildflower farm in the world, will join forces with Wedding Oak Winery and become the newest winery on Hwy. 290. Located in the heart of Texas Wine Country, it’s 200 acres — and 1 unforgettable place.

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Henfeathers

Good things to feather your Nest 411 East Main Street Fredericksburg, TX 78624 830-997-7070

Apparel ‧ Soy Candles ‧ Antiques ‧ Signs ‧ Organic Soaps /Lotions ‧ Farm Fresh Eggs

211 West Main Fredericksburg, TX 78624 832-541-7654

its a perfect day to B. Happy

307 E. Main Street, Fredericksburg, Texas 78624 830.997.9900 Find us on Facebook & Instagram @b.happybycg

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Auer Haus D'Vinely Designed “Each store has its own personality, yet both offer beautiful large scale details. You’ll find sophisticated art, hand carved furnishings, designer statement pieces... scrumptious leather goods and bedroom headboards; all appearing as if they had just slipped from the pages of your favorite designer magazine.”

It was John Keats, the famous English Poet who said, “A thing of beauty is a joy forever.”

Quite possibly, nowhere is that more true than with your home.

If you are a person who loves to surround yourself with beauty, if your home is your haven, a reflection of your personal tastes and tapestry of your travels, then you need to discover the abundance of Hill Country luxuries at two of the grandest home stores on Main Street in downtown Fredericksburg, D’vinely Designed and Auer Haus. You must meet the owner of these two stores, Shelly Mazurek.

Her design style is so beautiful and bold you are captivated immediately upon entering either of her stores.

Each store has its own personality, yet both offer beautiful large scale details. You’ll find sophisticated art, hand carved furnishings, designer statement pieces including chandeliers and tables, scrumptious leather goods and bedroom headboards; all appearing as if they had just slipped from the pages of your favorite designer magazine. And both stores offer plenty of the smaller comforts not found anywhere else; case in point, hand-poured candles made on site. These touches truly make a house feel like home.

Shelly has that certain something, that savoir faire for home design, and for over 15 years she has been showing visitors and residents alike how to weave beauty and grandeur into their homes, not just here in the Texas Hill Country, but throughout the world.

Why not stop in today and discover for yourself why visitors and residents alike keep returning to these two very special stores in Fredericksburg, Texas?

We guarantee your home will thank you for it!

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Your home comes together here, with distinctive furnishings, elegant accessories and exquisite design, uniquely inspired for extraordinary living.

(830) 997-6750 www.auerhausfbg.com

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For the Finer Things in Life

Art Antiques Silver Crystal Books Rugs Lighting 209 South Llano 830.997.0073 LarryJacksonAntiques.com 36

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American & European antiques of all varieties, inspired objects d’art, estate jewelry and nationally recognized fine art!

Mon – Fri. 9:30 – 5 Sat. 10 – 5 Also visit our consignment shop, filled with exceptional buys.

209 South Llano • 1 1/2 blocks off Main • 830.997.0073

LarryJacksonAntiques.com

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"COTTON GIN LODGING"

"Where should I find you, if not in the depths of my heart?"

Sondra Phoenix

Maya Angelou once said, "To those who have given up on love, I say, trust life a little bit."

Powerful truth.

Here in Fredericksburg we have something very special—an open ended invitation to trust life a little bit, a place to rekindle, reconnect and rediscover the reasons you fell in love in the first place.

In fact, we cannot imagine a reason you would go anywhere else.

Fredericksburg is so laden with charm and beauty that a simple walk under the stars downtown can restore calm and peace, a few minutes with the windows open in a beautiful B&B can sweep away resentments, and time together can be the perfect distraction from the every day, which will, most certainly, allow you to better focus on one another.

Every year over a million people travel to this small, romantic city in the Hill Country with a heart the size of Texas, to rediscover something even more beautiful than the breathtaking countryside and sunsets that seem to swallow up the earth at dusk.They come to discover one another, and we invite you to do the same. Come to a place where candlelight drowns out everyday light, and where romance easily trumps routine.

So, wait no longer. Pick a date to let the world keep its schedule without the two of you. A date to linger in the morning, and a date to lazily spend the day strolling, smiling and holding hands.

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Fredericksburg might not be able to take you back to another place and time to recall what you felt all those years ago, but we can be the breath of fresh air, and the absolute perfect destination, to start new and intoxicating memories.

Here, it is true, romance patiently awaits.

Trust us on this one.

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IS THERE ANYTHING SWEETER THAN A NEW FOUND PLACE?

Sugarberry Inn 201 N Llano Street

(830) 992-3489 www.sugarberryinn.com stay@sugarberryinn.com

For more information please call 1-866-427-8374 We specialize in Fredericksburg products

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1. All Gussied Up 214 E Main 22. Romancing the Stone 124 E Main 10. *Inwood Smokehouse 10303 Hwy 290 E 23. Savy E's Boutique 147 E Main 2. B Happy 307 E Main 3. *BarrelDesigns 223 E Main; 10527 E Hwy 290 24. Something for Men 149 E Main 11. Java Ranch 114 E Main 12. Jennie’s Burgers 319-B E Main (Inside Grape Creek Tasting Room; Winery) 25. Tabak Haus 109 S Washington 13. *Navajo Grill 803 E Main 26. Talk of theTown 242 E Main 4. Beulah's 306 E Main 14. *Opa’s Smoked Meats 27. Texas Silver Rush 229 W Main 5. Circle E Candles 119 E Main 410 S Washington 28. The Seasons 116 E Main 6. Der Kuchen Laden 258 E Main 15. Panda 504 E Main 102 E Main 29.

The Secret Garden 16. Rathskeller 260 E Main 7. Dooley's 5¢ & 10¢ Store 131 E Main 330 W Main 17. Sozial Haus 107 S Llano 30.

Timeless Menagerie 8. East Hills 127 E Main 31. *Wildseed Farms 100 Legacy Drive 9. *Faux Show Studio 6258 E Hwy 290 32. *Yee Haw Ranch 3245 E Hwy 290 18. *Texas Pecans & Gifts 711 E Main 19. Tubby’s 318 E. Austin 10. Fbg Jewelers 128 E Main 33. Zertz 106 E Main 20. West End Pizza 232 W Main 11. Fbg Natural Baby 203 E Main Art 12. Fbg Paper Goods 102 E Main 13. Haberdashery 221 E Main 1. Asian Gardens1408 E Main 1. Artisans Gallery 234 W Main 14. Henfeathers 411 E Main 323 E Main 2. Auslander 2. Artwalk - various galleries 3. *Bariloche Farms 10091 E Hwy 290 3. Eleven Squared 237 W Main 15. Heirlooms 212 E Main 4. Burger Burger 209 E Main 16. .Jabberwocky105 N. Llano 4. Good Art 218 W Main 2805 S Hwy 16 5. *Cabernet Grill 207 E Main 17. James Avery 5. Keeley Corona Art 407 S. Milam 6. *Cartewheels Catering 18. *Kuckucks Nest 3150 N St Hwy 16 6. River Rustic 222 W Main 720 Water Street, Kerrville, TX 19. Leathers with Style 123 E Main 8. RS Hannah 208 S. Llano 7. Der Lindenbaum 312 E Main 20. Mar Silver 108 E Main 9. The Quilt Show 1800 N. Llano 218 E Main 8.

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150 E Main 1. *Cotton Gin Lodging 2805 S Hwy 16 2. Crockett Street Retreat 208 N Crockett 11. *SWPRE 1. Auer Haus 402 E Main 850 FM 390 Rd E, 3. Gastehaus Schmidt 231 W Main 2. D’Vinely Designed 108 E Main Brenham, Tx 4. Kingwood Suites 401 S. Lincoln 3. Farm Haus 211 W Main 12. *Tatsch Well Service 5 . Road Runner Inn 308 E Main 4. Larry Jackson Art & Antiques 209 S. Llano 810 Jordan-Tatsch Rd 6. Sugarberry Inn 201 N. Llano 5. Red Baron 502 W. Main 13. The Alara Group 7. *The Lodge 3319 Lower Crabapple Rd 6. Room No. 5 303 S. Lincoln 235 W Main Live Events 1. Best of Fredericksburg, 1. Que Bella 1. *Class A Rentals 1381 US Hwy 87 Main Office235 W Main 215 W Main 2. Convention &Visitors’Bureau 302 E. Austin 2. *Boot Ranch RR 965 2. *My Own Chef 3. *Featherstone Ranch 870 Klein Rd, Stonewall, Tx 3. *Enchanted Rock 721 Brehmer Lane 4. *FredericksburgTheater Landscaping 714 W Main 3. Segner’s Jewelers 4. *Kuper Sotheby's Company 1668 US Hwy 87 236 W Main 6606 N New Braunfels, 5. *Frtiztown Cinema 2254 US Hwy 87 San Antonio 6. *Gillespie County Fairgrounds 2000 SUSHwy16 5. Latigo Building 714 W. Main *Health & Beauty 7. *Lady Bird Golf Course 341 Golfers Loop 6. *Out Back Patio 2000 US Hwy 281 S, 1. *Urban Herbal 8. *Luckenbach 412 Luckenbach Town Loop 407 Whitney Marble Falls; 2104 Memorial Blvd, 9. Natl Museum of the Kerrville PacificWar 340 E. Main 7. *Phoenix Construction 1250 S Hwy 16 8. Queen Bee Marketing 110 N Milam 10. Pioneer Museum 325 W. Main 9. ReMax Realty 116 E. Austin 11.Veriens Kirche Museum 126 W. Main *See Outskirts Map, p. 46

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Located in Other Cities 5. Cartewheels Catering 720 Water Street Kerrville, Tx 78028

10. Featherstone Ranch 870 Klein Rd, Stonewall, TX 16. Kuper Sotheby’s 6606 N New Braunfels, San Antonio, TX 78761 23. Out Back Patio 2000 US Hwy 281 S, Marble Falls, TX 78654 2104 Memorial Blvd, Kerrville, TX 78028 25. SWPRE 850 FM 390 Rd E, Brenham, TX 77833

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"Wherever we go to discover a new wine, let us discover the history first, so that we might fully drink it in." Sondra Phoenix In life, and in wine, there is a long story of inevitable change. Here in Fredericksburg, TX that story is a rich and rare one of a quintessential German town on the cusp of many changes.

If we fully stop to consider that tender historical timeline in our countryside where our vineyards are now planted, we can discover more than the taste of a current flight of wines. In truth, we can taste the beauty of the persistence of those who worked the land before us, along with the infinite promise of the days ahead.

Here in the Texas Hill Country, countless stories are to be told and retold of endless sacrifice and hard scramble times, battles fought and won, dirt moved, houses built, crops begun, families raised. It is all here. Fredericksburg's story is in the very earth. It is a story that most all who live here cherish, and for which they are truly grateful. It makes us feel grounded. Safe. Sure.

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And now, the earth, hard won, prized for many generations by the same families, is now changing hands to a new sort of pioneer. Those who are again finding the courage to work our countryside into a new sort of story. A saga of a small community producing world renowned wines. The next chapter of Fredericksburg, TX. Today the precious vines twisting on the fence line are growing beautiful fruit, and that fruit is being stomped into more than just wine. It is the beginning of a new story, crushed into the very fabric of our lives, a continuation of the fruits of the earth, perfectly paired with the fruits of our labor.

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Perhaps it is right then to toast, when we raise a glass of wine here, to history. To those who were here before us. History past, and history in the making. Let's raise a glass together to our friendships, and all that it means to call a place "home," wherever that is.

Here in Fredericksburg, TX we will recall for hundreds of years the stories of how this land became this wine, and we welcome you with this simple toast: "To each of us, and to our history! May all of our stories, dotted with inevitable change, grow richer through the courage to change! " Cheers!

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Pontotoc Vineyard Weingarten is nestled in a quaint cottage with an authentic weinkeller in a stone walled courtyard in historic Fredericksburg, Texas. The mission of Pontotoc Vineyard is to make vintage wines of exceptional quality from grapes grown in the Texas Hill Country. We are a fifth generation Texas farming family and take great pride in bringing the fruit of our labor to your table.

The Money Family Fri & Sat 12-8pm Sun 12-5pm 320 West Main Fredericksburg (512) 658-0023

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1. Alexander Vineyards Alexander Vineyards, one of the newest wineries in the Texas Hill Country!

Whether the fruit is sourced from Texas vines or vines from half way around the world, we strive to find some of the finest expressions of varietals available and produce wines of exceptional quality and integrity.

Wine lovers rejoice! 2. ArmadilloĘźs Leap A dollar from every case of wine sold in its If you are seeking tasting room will go to charity. Its tasting the most room is a few minutes east of downtown informative, Fredericksburg (6266 Hwy 290). The initial comprehensive and visually stunning offering will be a range of white and red blends, varietal Viognier and Muscat, and a directory, passport sparkling wine. The wines will range in price and keepsake, get from $15-$30, and a tasting menu will also be your CRUSH TX available.

Wine Guide at your 3. Becker Vineyards favorite Hill Becker Vineyards is celebrating over 20 years Country Winery. of winemaking in the Hill Country. Nestled

among 46 beautiful acres in Stonewall, this family-owned winery is the recipient of many international awards of excellence.

4. Elk Store Winery & Distillery Elk Store Winery & Distillery produces small batch moonshine, gin, rum and whiskey from their one of a kind handmade Kentucky copper still. They serve incredible wines from all over the world, including Texas, by the glass, bottle or case, and small batch handmade liquors by the bottle or cocktail. Elk Store boasts a new lounge, gourmet menu and an 1100 square foot covered back patio.

5. Fiesta Winery Fiesta Winery’s Fredericksburg location has the same award-winning wines and tastings as their main tasting room located in Bend, Texas. Fiesta Winery invites you to come taste & enjoy their exceptional wines.

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The trifecta of Texas wines--Brennan Vineyards, Lost Oak Winery, McPherson Cellars can be found at Four Point Cellars.

With its sleek and sophisticated tasting room and its true Texas focus, Four Point is not to be missed.

7. Grape Creek Vineyards Escape to Tuscany in Texas, an Old World experience nestled in the beautiful Texas Hill Country. Explore this award winning boutique winery’s tasting rooms, tour the production area and sample wines aging in oak barrels at the vineyard’s Tuscan Meets Modern tour tasting room and art gallery.

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8. Grape Creek on Main Find your favorite Grape Creek Wines in the heart of historic Main St in downtown Fredericksburg. All Grape Creek wines are available at this location, as well as, some interesting and unique merchandise.

9. Inwood Estates All TEXAS Wines. Winemaker Dan Gatlin now in his 35th year growing grapes pioneered Spanish Tempranillo and Palomino in Texas.

Dan and his wife Rose Mary offer the Hill Country's most extensive educational experience. Relax in the Bistro and enjoy BBQ Brisket & Ribs, Salads, Sandwiches & BYO Burgers. Locations in Dallas and at The Vineyard at Florence as well.

10. Lincoln Street Fredericksburg’s original wine bar offering more than 200 wines by the glass. Enjoy wine, cheese, olives, bread and a new expanded lunch menu featuring tasty artisan sandwiches.

11. Lost Draw Cellars Lost Draw Cellars is committed to producing quality wines that highlight the unique terroir of the Texas High Plains. It is a place where locals, tourists, wine enthusiasts, and wine connoisseurs come together to enjoy good company, an inviting atmosphere, and most importantly, a quality Texas wine.

12. Pedernales Cellars Pedernales Cellars is Texas’ premier boutique winery, producing authentic, handcrafted wines, including benchmark Texas Tempranillo and Viognier. Family-owned & operated, Pedernales Cellars is dedicated to world-class wines, sustainable practices, and Texas Hill Country hospitality.

13. Pontotoc Vineyard Weingarten All Pontotoc Vineyard wines are on offer at Pontotoc Vineyard Weingarten located at 320 West Main Street, on Friday & Saturday from 12-8pm and Sunday from 12-5pm; through direct shipment from Pontotoc Vineyard; or at high quality grocery stores, including Central Market and Whole Foods, as well as fine restaurants and wine taverns throughout the state.

14. The Vintage Cellar Texas Hill Country hospitality.

A new way to taste elegance. Offering wine tastings from Val Verde Vineyards, Perissos Vineyard and Bending Branch Winery. Also featuring olive oil from Sandy Oaks and Quaglia Orchards. Food pairings and boutique gift items also available. Event space available for groups after hours.

15. Western Edge Cellars Western Edge Cellars offers a selection of great Texas Wines, Premium Craft Beer on Tap, and amazing Live Music in a warm and comfortable, Hill Country Friendly, environment. Head West, past Marketplatz in the center of town, and join us in celebrating Texas Wine, Texas Beer, and Texas Live Music Today!

16. Woodrose Winery Woodrose Winery just outside of Stonewall makes a wonderful afternoon outing for any occasion.

Come and sit back, relax, and enjoy a glass of our outstanding wine underneath the shade of the trees on the beautiful deck adjoining the tasting room.

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Gillespie County Fair & Festivals Association, Inc. 530 Fair Dr. • Fredericksburg, TX 78624 • 830-997-2359 www.gillespiefair.com January 7-9 February 7 February 20-21 February 26-28 March 19-20 April 15 April 23 May 14 July 2-3 July 16 July 16-17 August 13-14 August 13-14 August 20 August 25

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Gillespie County Youth Stock Show Fredericksburg Band Booster Turkey Dinner Texas Gun & Knife Show www.texasgunandknifeshows.com Hill Country Home & Garden Expo Silver Spur Gun & Blade Show www.silverspurtradeshows.com Ragnar Relay-Fredericksburg to Austin www.ragnarrelay.com 4-H District 10 Livestock Judging American Cancer Society Relay for Life www.cancer.org Pari-mutuel Horse Races Night In Old Fredericksburg presents Sommerzeit Festival Pari-mutuel Horse Races Pari-mutuel Horse Races Battle of the Cattle - Fredericksburg Show GCFFA Meat Goat & Lamb Futurities “Noche de Familia en la Feria”-Family Fiesta Night of Music and Dancing

E·V·E·N·T·S JULY July 2 Wine ‘til Nine at Pedernales Cellars (Saturdays) July 4 Community Parade Chili Cookoff at Becker Vineyards “Live Free & Fly” - Luckenbach July 4th Fireworks 2016 July 16 Summer BBQ at 4.0 Cellars OCTOBER Oct 1 Texas Hill Country Wineries "Texas Wine MonthTrail" Oct 7 “Celebrating Women in the Arts” at RS Hanna Gallery Oct 8 Monarch Celebration at Wildseed Farms Oct 22 Fredericksburg Food & Wine Fest 2016

Events August 25-28 25 August 26 August 26 August 26 August 27 August 27-28 August 28 August 27-28 September 10 August 28 September September 10 24 September 24 October 29-30 October 29-30

128th Gillespie County Fair Texas Country 128th GillespieShowdown County Fair Parade 128th Gillespie County Fair Woolsey Parade & Concert & Dance with Jeff The Dancehall Concert & Dance Kings Concert & Dance with Granger Smith (featuring Earl Dibbles, Jr.) andRaces Special Guest Star, Pari-mutuel Horse GeneWether WatsonBuck & Doe Sale Texas Pari-mutuel Horse Races 7th Annual Fredericksburg Texas Wether Buck & Doe Sale 7th 20thAnnual AnnualProfessional ScholarshipBull FestRiding (PBR) 20th Annual Scholarship Fest Texas Gun & Knife Show Texas Gun & Knife Show www.texasgunandknifeshows.com www.texasgunandknifeshows.com November 12-13 Texas Presentations Antique Show November 12-13 Texas Presentations Antique Show www.texasantiqueshows.com www.texasantiqueshows.com November 19 Wild Game Dinner Dinner November 19 Wild Game November 25-27 25-27 The The Peddler Peddler Show Show -- www.peddlershow.com www.peddlershow.com November (Thanksgiving Weekend Weekend –– office office (Thanksgiving closed Thurs, Nov. 24 & 25) closed Thurs, Nov. 24 & 25) December 16-18 Silver Spur Gun & Blade Show www.silverspurtradeshows.com Dates Are Subject To Change Without Notice

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Aug 5 First Friday Art Walk “The Power of Form” Art Show at RS Hanna Gallery Aug 12 Fbg Theater Presents “A Grand Night for Singing” (weekends) Aug 14 PCAA Concert in the Park Aug 27 Annual Grape Stomp at Becker Vineyards

Sept 2 9th Biennial Vereins Quilt Guild Show Sept 10 Movies Under the Stars at the LBJ Ranch Sept 11 PCAA Concert in the Park Sept 24 Fall Wine & Food Festival at Texas Vineyards & Beyond Sept 30 Oktoberfest 2016

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NOVEMBER “Christmas Art Show” at RS Hanna Gallery Fredericksburg Dance Company presents “Cinderella” Glőggfest at Pedernales Cellars Gillespie County Wild Game Dinner Lighting of the German Christmas Pyramid & Community Christmas

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Annual Port & Stilton Tasting at Becker Vineyards Dec 10 Kinderfest at Pioneer Museum Pedernales Cellars 8th Birthday Bash Annual Tannenbaum Ball Dec 17 Luckenbach Christmas Ball with Gary P. Nunn Dec 26 Candlelight Tour at Pioneer Museum

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THE TRUE WORK OF ART IS BUT A SHADOW OF THE DIVINE PERFECTION (MICHELANGELO)

"CROSSING" BY ROBERT ROHM, RS HANNA GALLERY

"Only in the beautiful―art, music, poetry and love―can you find, and lose yourself, all at the same time." Sondra Phoenix Why is it that certain people, certain places, certain songs, poems, and even objects, make us feel so deeply? How is it that a song that we have never heard before can come on the radio and move us to tears? Or, how can simply seeing someone for the first time make us feel as if our knees will surely buckle and render us helpless?

If you are a lover of all things beautiful, and have a heart for the sublime, then trust us, Fredericksburg, TX should be on the top of your list to visit. Fredericksburg is the epicenter in Texas of all things beautiful.

Nestled along the quiet streets of this charming town are over a dozen galleries that rival those of any big city. Here you will find an art lover's dream, a fantastical showcase where strokes of genius carefully dance across canvas, trees fall into heirloom furniture, metal melts and folds into exquisite statues, pieces of pottery shatter and regroup into breathtaking mosaics, and each artist is afforded the opportunity to speak to you through their particular passion and talent.

Plus, one of the most delightful things you will discover when you are visiting our galleries is each individual owner. Each is a delight, a well-spring of information who is completely passionate about not just the the art within the walls of their fine establishment, but the artists themselves. Knowing the story behind the art that they share with you makes it all the more special.

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"TUSCAN MOSAIC" ARTISANS-A TEXAS GALLERY

A nice bonus is that nearly all of our galleries are either directly in town, or easily within walking distance.

Clara Schumann once said, "Why hurry over beautiful things? Why not linger and enjoy them?"

Seems like reasonable advice. Won't you come and linger, and revel in the absolute art of finding and losing yourself, all at the same time, here in Fredericksburg, TX?

"DONKEYS..."

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Come discover a jewel box of fine art in RS Hanna Gallery.the newest incarnation of RS "Shannon" Hanna's passion for art and contagiously sharing that passion with others. Shannon has been active in the gallery business since 1998. Her philosophy is to create a warm, unpretentious atmosphere for "artist's artists" and art lovers to come together, showcasing 30 nationally recognized artists from 14 states, Mexico and Canada in her beautifully restored pioneer house in the historic district of Fredericksburg. An emphasis on new, fine quality work of highly collectible artists, together with her thoughtful and attentive style to both artists and collectors alike, has marked her success with her new gallery.

“My goal is to promote our artists, expand their visibility in every arena possible and help build thoughtful collections of art. I believe that storytelling is one of the most genuine strengths among our gallery artists and that their artworks stand beautifully on their own. I especially love it when people come in and really spend time with the artwork, look at it and talk about it. I hope that visitors to the gallery will be reminded of the universal notion that we are all connected and that through seeking out beauty and art we learn about ourselves…and our everlasting relationship with nature and each other. ~ Shannon Hanna “San Miguel - Lower Market” 36” x 24” Oil

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J o i n t h e s e f i n e F r e d e r i c ks b u r g galleries for a day that celebrates talented artists.

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THE GALLERY AT VAUDEVILLE | 230 E. Main | 830.992.3234 INSIGHT GALLERY | 214 W. Main | 830.997.9920 LARRY JACKSON FINE ART & ANTIQUES | 209 S. Llano | 830.997.0073 R S HANNA GALLERY | 208 S. Llano | 830.307.3071 RIVER RUSTIC GALLERY | 222 W. Main | 830.997.6585 WHISTLE PIK GALLERIES | 425 E. Main | 800.999.0820

NESTLED ALONG THE QUIET STREETS OF THIS CHARMING TOWN ARE OVER A DOZEN GALLERIES

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"Let us wildly celebrate each other, with all of our hearts, today and every day." Sondra Phoenix Today a celebration is brewing somewhere in Fredericksburg, Tx. Somewhere, amongst a string of what might be our ordinary days, a baby is about to be born, a man is about to propose, a couple is about to say the words that keep them one to the other. Vows are spoken, accomplishments are acknowledged, babies cry in churches, and our town loves each sound.

As a matter of fact, on any given day in Fredericksburg, you can bet that someone is celebrating something. It is the kind of town that naturally beckons a beautiful and memorable celebration.

JENNIFER HARPER, ELOPEMENT COORDINATOR

For instance, how would you like to dance on a dance floor in the middle of 300 acres, and under an endless array of stars? Or sit under strands of lights at tables end to end under the oak trees with bottles of wine freely pouring? Does it get any more memorable than that?

We have that here. That and so much more.

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So! When you need to find a special place to celebrate the larger events of your life, when you share a day that will never come again, why not honor that celebration by bringing yourself, or your family and friends, to Fredericksburg?

Chances are, if you plan a celebration here, you will remember it all of the days of your life.

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" Where, ultimately, do we settle our hearts? I suppose that is why we have the word 'home.' " Sondra Phoenix What leads a town to become a mecca for tourists? How does a tourist town,become just that? How does a tiny Burg like Fredericksburg, TX, attract so many?

And how, in turn, does a town that attracts 2 million visitors a year, attract so many people who long to live here? Is there a formula for the perfect place "becoming home"?

Remember how you leave a tiny light on for company? Seems as if Fredericksburg is the kind of town that just naturally exudes that sort of hospitality. And so, just perhaps, Fredericksburg just shines, all on its own, both beauty and warmth emanating from the town and the people who live here every day.

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Because of its charm and warmth, Fredericksburg can't help but beckon the hearts of artists and romantics, poets and musicians, who in turn, dot and color our community with their gifts of creativity. Works from local artists adorn the walls of galleries. Lyrics, twisted to near perfection by local songwriters, fill dance halls and the night air and give count to those who dance. People find themselves at ease nearly all at once.

The best part about Fredericksburg happens to be its charm and diversity, its ability to feel like a world class destination, and friendly, at the same time.

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There are plenty of statistics here on our cost of living. Yet, some might argue that there is a real cost of not living in a place like Fredericksburg, and we would agree.

Here, it is true, we measure things perhaps a little differently. Our cup runneth over with warmth, safety, kindness, sense of community and beauty.

Impossible to chart.

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So if you are visiting, we invite you stay for awhile and take a good look around. You might just find that you, too, will want to unpack your belongings and your heart, and find yourself, home to stay, here in our sweet town of Fredericksburg, TX. facebook.com/BestofFredericksburgTexas

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BOOT RANCH

The Best Private Golf and Family Retreat in Texas is found in the heart of the Hill Country.

THE HILL COUNTRY is a very special place. People have been drawn by its rustic enchantments for well over a century. It is home to breathtaking hills and elevations up to 2,200 feet and some of the best yearround temperatures in all of Texas. It is where true hospitality can still be found, traditions are cherished and authenticity is revered.

This is the same spirit with which Boot Ranch was created. Boot Ranch is an artful expression of luxurious Texas ranch-style living located just five miles from historic Fredericksburg. It is a place where you can hang your hat, lift your spirits and reconnect with family and friends. Members enjoy five-star service and magnificent club amenities including a highlyacclaimed, 18-hole Hal Sutton Signature golf course and 34-acre practice park, a 55,000 square foot Clubhouse Village, Spa and Fitness, Golf Shop and luxuriously appointed Lodge Suites. Unparalleled outdoor pursuits include Trap & Skeet, biking and hiking trails, springfed fishing lakes and an expansive Ranch Club and Sports Pavilion featuring four heated pools, Jacuzzi, full-service bar and grill with wood-fired pizza oven, lighted tennis and sports courts, and children’s playground. At Boot Ranch no detail is overlooked, nor is any amenity spared.

When you’re a member of Boot Ranch, club privileges extend to five generations of your immediate family—parents, grandparents, children, grandchildren, and spouses. Club membership is included in all property purchases. Boot Ranch offers distinctive homes and homesteads that embrace the Hill Country’s natural terrain while adhering to the highest standards of construction, detail, and design.

Homesites from 1/2 to 18 acres are priced from the mid $200,000s. Shared-ownership five-bedroom Sunday Houses start at $350,000. Completed homes, including homesite, are priced from $1 million.

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While you’re in the Fredericksburg area, schedule a private Discovery Tour of Boot Ranch and explore our various real estate opportunities. Whether you’re looking for a vacation getaway, a retirement home, or a great place to raise a family, discover for yourself how Boot Ranch makes spending time with friends and family easy and fun.

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HILL COUNTRY This is Boot Ranch, a private club and family community marked by generous luxury, legendary recreation and the rustic beauty of ranch-style living— located just 5 minutes north of historic Fredericksburg.

Call (830) 856-2673 to schedule your Discovery Visit today.

Homesites from the mid $200,000s; shared ownership Sunday Houses from $350,000.

Homes from $1 million. Property purchases include multi-generational club membership.

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O U R S E C R E T I S T H E L O C A L LY S O U R C E D I N G R E D I E N T S — S T A R T I N G W I T H O U R C H E F. A menu this mouthwatering can only come from a culinary

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Texas Hill Country Cuisine; Flavors from the Cabernet Grill Texas Wine Country Restaurant, not only cooks up exotic dishes like Black Diamond Buffalo Enchiladas, Green Chili & Crab

Top that off with pairings from the largest Texas wine list, knowledgable waitstaff, and a casually elegant atmosphere — and you’ve got yourself an experience that’s hard to keep to yourself.

Take the taste home with Chef Ross Burtwell’s new book Texas Hill Country Cuisine.

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