Candied Jalapeño Steak

At our house, it’s good to be creative. My husband is an incredibility talented maestro of the kitchen.  He doesn’t consider it a meal unless cookbooks have been scoured and websites have been browsed. He does a great deal of the grocery shopping in our house, and his creations are always delectable. Needless to say, when I mindlessly purchased rib-eye steaks... Read More

Ginger Tuna Kabobs

Looking for a scrumptious inspiration for dinner? Try grilling up a quick tuna kabob. The complete recipe is posted below, but here are the highlights. 1. Grab a few firm tuna steaks 2. Chop some fresh cilantro 3. Mix rice vinegar, minced garlic, and honey 4. Marinate the tuna chunks for approx 30 minutes 5. Skewer with your favorite veggies 6. Place on the grill, making sure... Read More

The Pomegranate

Located on the bustling downtown square of Brenham, Texas, sits one of the most delightful kitchen stores you could ever wish to stumble upon. The Pomegranate, is the brain-child of Brenham business woman Connie Wilder. The festive boutique is a must-stop for any tourist in town on a weekend trip, as well as a favorite shop for the locals. The Pomegranate carries a fantastic selection... Read More

Baxter’s on Main, Bastrop: Chef Preston Higgins

New Zealand Rack of Lamb, Recipe Below - By Natalie Lacy Lange - Chef Preston Higgins attributes his passion for his culinary career to his family. In 1998 he had a less-than-fulfilling job with the DPS and was considering a career change. He was a talented home cook, and his wife kept seeing commercials for culinary school. “Melissa finally persuaded me to check it out,” Higgins... Read More

Blue Crab Enchiladas with Mango Jalapeno Cream Sauce

Recipe from Lisabella’s Bistro, Port Aransas Published in Grazing Across Texas: Rod, Gun & Ranch Cooking by Tosh Brown Allow 2 enchiladas per person as a main course or 1 per person as an appetizer. Mango puree can be purchase frozen at specialty grocery stores. To make your own, combine one fresh mango with 2 tablespoons of sugar in a food processor and process until smooth.... Read More

Macaroni Supper

- By Veronica Smith - This is a great go-to recipe when you’re needing a fast and easy supper. Just add a few veggies for sides and the family can be eating in 30 minutes or less! Ingredients: 1 pound ground beef 1 med onion, chopped 1 Tablespoon soy sauce ½ teaspoon thyme ½ teaspoon marjoram ¼ teaspoon pepper 1 can tomatoes (16 oz) ¾ tomato can water 1 beef bouillon cube 6... Read More

Taste Buds Giveaway

Today we’re giving away a spicy gift. Our friends at Taste Buds in Wimberley have donated several items fresh from Fredericksburg Farms. Included in the gift are Sweet & Hot Jalapenos (spread them over a package of cream cheese for a perfect snack), Roasted Tomatillo Pepper Sauce, and Texas Sweet Jalapeno Mustard. All of these Texas products are sure to awaken your taste... Read More

Sunday Dinner Hot Rolls

Nothing beats buttery, homemade hot rolls. Yes, it does take a bit of preparation and planning, but once you’ve purchased the supplies and planned your prep schedule, these hot rolls are very simple. Doesn’t it feel great to sink your hands into the homemade dough, knowing you are making something your family will enjoy? And the payoff? Yummmmmm!!! Enjoy! Hot Rolls 2... Read More

And the Lettuce Led the Way

- By Marilyn Smith - Back in January, still very much in the grips of winter, an unusually warm day coaxed me into the garden, then to the local garden center where a new shipment of cool weather greens had arrived. I have never been able to resist those little six-packs of greens, promising spring just around the corner.  And so on January 28th, into the cold ground went the new... Read More

Olympia the Grill at Pier 21 Galveston

The weather was perfect, the view -spectacular, the food -fabulous, and the Texas LIVE CREW couldn’t have asked for better company than the Galvestonians. The Texas LIVE Crew was honored to celebrate our latest issue among a “sea” of food art at Olympia The Grill at Pier 21 in Galveston, Sunday, March 27th. Olympia, a wonderful waterside restaurant with Old... Read More