Nestled in the Texas Hill Country is the magical little town of San Saba, Texas, also known as the Pecan Capital of the World. By the time you leave San Saba you might find you're a little nutty about these super foods too! Apart from pecans, there are so many fun things to do in ...
Go Pecan Picking in San Saba, Texas
I've heard of peach picking, strawberry picking, and all sorts of fruit picking. What I never heard of before, though, is pecan picking. Well in the Pecan Capital of the World, San Saba, Texas, you can try your hand at pecan picking. And with over 1,000 varietals of pecans, including some high up in trees ...
Where to Stay in San Saba: A Review of the Dofflemyer Hotel
During a wonderful trip to the Pecan Capital of the World, San Saba, TX, I had the pleasure of staying at the boutique Dofflemyer Hotel. This cute boutique hotel inside of the 1913 building was the perfect setting for our San Saba trip. One of the best things about staying at the Dofflemyer Hotel was ...
Dallas Symphony Orchestra Gala 2019
Anytime to get dressed up and especially dance the night away with my friend Katie-Rose of the Rose Table is a night I can't miss out on! The Dallas Symphony was the perfect setting for a classy and fun night out. The Meyerson Symphony Center is such a beautiful place for a classy event. We arrived ...
Unique Places to Stay in Texas
Looking for something beyond the usual hotel to stay in on your Texas vacation? There are so many unique places to stay in Texas for a quirky and fun Texas trip. Plus, check out Hipcamp where you can save $10 off for many of these bookings! A Glamping Bubble If you aren't the camping type, but are ...
Stonewall Motor Lodge Fredericksburg Texas: History Meets Wine
When you think of the 290 Wine Trail what you might not realize is that it actually starts in Johnson City, passes through Stonewall and Hye, and ends in Fredericksburg, Texas. If you're looking to stay as close to the wineries as possible, you might want to add Stonewall Motor Lodge to your list, a ...
What to Expect at the World Food Championships
This year I had the pleasure to attend the World Food Champions hosted by Walmart in its first year in Dallas. This competition travels to different states throughout the US, but from 2019-2022 the World Food Championships will call Dallas home! So what exactly is the World Food Championships? The World Food Championships is one of the ...
Bed & Breakfast Capital of Texas: Jefferson, Texas
With over 20 bed and breakfasts in Jefferson, Texas, this small town has the most out of the entire state, winning it the title of the Bed & Breakfast Capital of Texas. Bed & breakfasts make for wonderful couple's getaways, providing time to relax and spend time together at a slower place. Of course, with ...
Things to Do in Jefferson, Texas
Jefferson, Texas is filled with breathtaking nature, a beautiful downtown, and plenty of history. I was immediately excited about a trip to Jefferson because of the Cypress Bayou that leads to the famous Caddo Lake, the only natural lake in Texas. However, upon arriving in this East Texas town, I was amazed at how many ...