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🌄3 bucket list spots in Big Bend 1️⃣Spend 🌄3 bucket list spots in Big Bend
1️⃣Spend a night in the mountains at @starstruckglamping & stargaze! 
2️⃣Visit Big Bend National Park and hike Santa Elena Canyon. It’s a 1.7 mile out and back trail with views of the Rio Grande.
3️⃣ Explore Terlingua & have dinner at the famous Starlight Theatre. It’s an old movie theatre turned restaurant with live entertainment.
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👀Your new favorite dinner spot in Houston! You 👀Your new favorite dinner spot in Houston!
You know those restaurants where every single thing on the menu is good? I know those are rare but @indianolahtx is one of them! I got invited to try out the new winter menu and here are some of my favorites:
STARTERS
Barbacoa taquitos - SO good
Iron skillet cornbread - my absolute favorite 
Roasted & pickled broccoli toast - hubbys favorite 
Blue corn snapper hushpuppies - so good!
ENTREES
Wood grilled half chicken - I didn’t realize chicken could be this juicy 🤤
Pan seared sea scallops - hubby said it’s some of the best scallops he’s ever had 
COMPLEMENTS
Maple glazed kabocha squash - my favorite
Crispy Brussels sprouts - hubbys favorite 
DESSERT
Mexican hot chocolate lava cake - love the Texas on the cup
Bananas foster bread pudding - both of our favorite 
📍Indianola/1201 St Emanuel St Houston, Texas 
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🌄Bucket List Places to stay in Texas - Texas Wi 🌄Bucket List Places to stay in Texas - Texas Wine Country
FREDERICKSBURG (photos 1-2)- stay minutes from Main street at this amazing treehouse resort. It literally feels like you are in the middle of nowhere. I stayed in Splyglass which has a private cedar soaking tub, AC/Heat, private bathroom, & efficiency kitchen.
📍 @stayonera
FREDERICKSBURG (photos 3-5)- also minutes from downtown Fredericksburg complete with amazing views. I stayed in the Perdernales cabin which is perfect for bigger groups or families. I loved how spacious the cabin was & the beautiful outdoor patio with a stock tank pool.
📍 @aframeranch
STONEWALL (photos 6-7)- stay right on the 290 wine trail in the middle of Fredericksburg and Johnson City at a retro 1960's motel. Stonewall Motor Lodge has everything you need complete with a rooftop. Make sure you pop into the press room & learn more about the history of the motel!
📍 @stonewallmotorlodge
FREDERICKSBURG (photos 8-9)- stay in a vintage style, Palm Springs inspired retro trailer resort about 15 minutes from Fredericksburg. Each shasta comes with it's own private bathroom complete with a pink toilet & an outdoor shower.
📍 @blueskiesretroresort
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🍳Where to brunch near Houston. Anyone else love 🍳Where to brunch near Houston. Anyone else love brunch as much as me? 🙋🏻‍♀️
I got invited to check out the NEW @sixtyvinesthewoodlands this weekend which opens TODAY at @shopatmarketstreet. Thanks for having me!
What I ordered:
🥪Brunch sandwich - the cheese was 👏🏼
🍕Sixty brunch pizza - for the spice lovers!
🥑Avocado eggs benedict - the sea salt ciabatta was 👏🏼
🧆Hummus - the red beet hummus was my favorite 
🍝Meatballs - the sauce was 👏🏼
🧀Basque cheesecake - the consistency is 👏🏼
📍Sixty Vines/9595 Six Pines Dr The Woodlands, Texas
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🤩I had 2 of my favorite drinks in Houston at @M 🤩I had 2 of my favorite drinks in Houston at @Montrosecollective
Finally had a chance to check out Montrose Collective and explore the various shops, and restaurants onsite. And I have to say this is now going to be one of my favorite spots for shopping, dinner, & drinks!
Highlights in order shown in video:
🔥The Collective from @graffitiraw it has mezcal (currently in their soft opening)
🍝Rigatoni Allá Vodka from @marmoitalian 
🌹Rosa Mexicano from @idlehandshouston it has tequila & raspberry sorbet
🪴shop for plants and stay tuned for plant workshops at @theplantproject__
💍shop for fine jewelry at @mejuri
🛍️shop curated vintage at @ixchelmarket
And so much more!
Parking: there is street parking or a garage onsite!
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Thanks for having me Montrose Collective and @theprboutique_htx
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🛳️5 Tips for your next cruise on @royalcaribb 🛳️5 Tips for your next cruise on @royalcaribbean's Allure of the Seas
🌅Splurge on an ocean-view or an ocean-view balcony stateroom! Nothing beats ordering room service & having breakfast on your balcony or watching the sunset from your room!
👙Pack appropriately! Remember to pack sneakers or workout clothes for activities like rock climbing or zip lining. And don't forget a jacket for those windy/colder days & comfortable shoes for walking all around the ship.
📆Make reservations ASAP, whether it's your dinner or entertainment like Mamma Mia, a Broadway musical, or Oceanaria, a show full of aerialists & high divers.
🍽️Take advantage of all the amazing food on board. Try it all, from hot dogs at Boardwalk Dog House, pizza at Sorrento's, dinner at main dining, & breakfast at Johnny Rockets which is actually complimentary. If you want to splurge on a date night take advantage of specialty dining & choose from sushi, Italian, steaks, tapas & more.
🧖‍♀️RELAX, after all, you're on vacation so head to the Adults-only Solarium, take a stroll through the lush Central Park, or head to the secret outdoor sundeck on deck 14 & have it all to yourself.
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✨3 Texas bucket list places to visit in 2023
1️⃣ The only lighthouse in Texas open for climbing! Climb up 75 steps, and 3 ladders to a panoramic view of South Padre Island and Laguna Madre. Entry is $5 per person. @portisabeltexas
2️⃣ Beer spa at @pivovarwaco. Drink a flight of beer while you soak in a private beer bath for two. Beer yeast is a fantastic source of skin nutrients that smooths wrinkles and provides overall hydration!
3️⃣ Big Bend National Park. Pick a hike like the popular Santa Elena Canyon or check out the lookouts like Sotol Vista Overlook. @bigbendnps
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🌄Bucket List Places to stay in Texas - Sky Box 🌄Bucket List Places to stay in Texas - Sky Box Cabins
One of my absolute favorite places to stay in Texas. I've actually had a chance to stay in 4 of their cabins and I can't even pick a favorite because each one is so unique!
🪹THE NEST (Photos 1-3) - they call it the Pinterest perfect cabin and it really is that! Watching the sunset from the nest was one of my favorite things to do!
🏡THE HIVE (Photos 4-6)- the most spacious and homey of all. Love the A-frame style mixed with the treehouse vibes.
🐦THE BIRDHOUSE (Photos 7-9) - more treehouse vibes and that view from the second floor balcony is one of my favorites!
🏘️LA TOUR (Photo 10) - probably the second most spacious with a balcony on the first AND second floors.
📍 @skyboxcabins in Glen Rose, Texas
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A tasting weekend in Bee Cave

January 7, 2022      Leave a Comment

Y’all know how much I love the Texas Hill Country! There are so many places for wine/beer tastings in the area. Recently, I went on a wine tasting weekend getaway in Bee Cave. Bee Cave is located in the hill country of central Texas. This puts it at a short driving distance to several wineries, distilleries, and breweries in the area. Bee Cave is about 30 minutes north west of Austin, Dripping Springs and Driftwood.

I was recently invited to spend a tasting weekend in Bee Cave and absolutely loved it’s central location. Let me share some tips on how to spend a tasting weekend in Bee Cave, from where to stay, what to do, and where to eat.

Where to Stay in Bee Cave

A Tasting weekend in Bee Cave
A Tasting weekend in Bee Cave

I was hosted by Sonesta Bee Cave Austin Hotel located at the Hill Country Galleria. This was my first time staying at a Sonesta and I have to say I really enjoyed it. First of all, due to the holidays, they had this beautiful Christmas tree in the lobby. Second, the service was incredible, the front desk knew it was my first time at a Sonesta so they picked a room with the best view! Third, the beds were SO comfortable, and the rooms were so spacious. 

To top it off, there is a rooftop lounge called Meridian 98 on the 6th floor of the hotel with amazing views.  We went up there for drinks and of course I had to try the “Buzz”, made with Dripping Springs Vodka, fresh strawberries and lemon. My friend tried the “West Pole Margarita” made with bee friendly honey and both were delicious! We really enjoyed the view sitting up here with the city lights shining at night. I can’t even imagine how beautiful it must be at sunset. Once you get hungry, there’s also a food menu with appetizers, salads, sliders, tacos and flatbreads.

What to Do in Bee Cave

A Tasting weekend in Bee Cave

One of the best things to do in Bee Cave is to have a tasting weekend! I had a chance to visit three tasting rooms, Deep Eddy Vodka, Desert Door, and Hamilton Pool Vineyards.

Deep Eddy Vodka – Vodka is always my go to, and the Deep Eddy Vodka Tasting Room has been on my list for the longest! I loved that they had tasting flights where you pick which vodka you will like to try and you get a side of club soda to wash it all down. In addition, I also loved that they had some cocktails, including frozen cocktails. Overall, I have to say that every cocktail we tried was SO good! This was definitely my favorite stop.

Desert Door – Head to Desert Door to try Sotol. Sotol is similar to a tequila and a mezcal and has a unique flavor. Give it a try with a tasting or enjoy it in some of the beautiful cocktails they make. Lastly, make sure you step inside as their tasting room is modern desert and it is just stunning!

Hamilton Pool Vineyards – I couldn’t leave the hill country without having some wine! Next, we stopped at the beautiful Hamilton Pool Vineyards for a tasting. The outdoor patio has beautiful huge Oak trees and vineyard views. Fun fact, the boutique wines are processed in a French style, making them super unique wines!

In addition, other tastings in the area are Frontyard Brewing, 5 Soul Wine Co., and Treaty Oak Distilling.

A Tasting weekend in Bee Cave
A Tasting weekend in Bee Cave

Where to Eat in Bee Cave

A Tasting Weekend in Bee Cave - Hamilton Pool Vineyards

With all the drinking and exploring you will be doing, I know you will get hungry. Although, since most wineries, distilleries, or breweries have food or snacks for lunch, I highly recommend you save some of your appetite for a nice dinner!

We had a chance to try The Garden at Ellera for some Boston Italian Eats. They have everything from appetizers, pizza, paninis, and homemade Italian desserts.  On our second night we tried Plate by Dzintra, where everything is made from scratch. Once you step inside the restaurant you will fall in love with the beautiful decor. Fun fact, the Le Cordon Bleu-trained chef Dzintra Dzenis appeared on the 6th season of The Food Network Star in 2010!

Additionally, other places to eat in the area are The Grove Wine Bar + Kitchen, and Meridian 98 which is right at your hotel, Sonesta Bee Cave.

In Conclusion - A Tasting Weekend in Bee Cave

In conclusion, a tasting weekend getaway in Bee Cave is the perfect spot close to wineries, breweries, and distilleries! Overall, we had such a great time in Bee Cave and I can’t wait to come back and explore some more!

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