Adrian Allen of Blue Duck Winery Winemaker Profile

Texas Wine Lover 5/23 1:23A Jeff Cope

Blue Duck Winery first opened in Albany, Texas, and has relocated to Cisco. Sometimes what you end up doing may not be your first intention, and that is the case with Blue Duck Winery’s co-owner and...

Pairing Texas Wines with Local Cuisine: A Culinary Journey

Texas Wine Lover 5/23 12:04A Guest

Texas is a state known for its rich culinary heritage, with a diverse array of local dishes that reflect the state s unique history and cultural influences. From succulent barbecue to spicy Tex-Mex...

Tell Dad He's in his Prime with Barrel & Bones Smokin' Father's Day Special

Garland BubbleLife iReporter 5/22 2:28A Kelly Hunter

Barrel & Bones is known for the wide array of prime meats it smokes daily, including brisket, sausage, pork belly and more. But for Fathers Day, the pitmasters are crafting a special perfect to...

2024 Great American International Wine Competition – Texas Results

Texas Wine Lover 5/22 1:11A Jeff Cope

The 2024 Great American International Wine Competition was held May 4-5, 2024, in Rochester, NY. Longhorn Cellars was the only Texas winery awarded medals: 2020 Estate Merlot, Medal: Platinum , Class:...

Andreucci Winery Opens Location on Highway 290

Texas Wine Lover 5/18 4:31A Laurie Ware

A few years ago, it was hard to drive down Main Street in Fredericksburg without seeing the larger-than-life half-face of Flavio Andreucci staring back at you from the southeast corner of Washington...

Spinning for Sips: A Guide to Pairing Wine with Your Slot Play

Texas Wine Lover 5/17 7:04A Guest

Slot machines and wine are fun things. This article talks about enjoying both together. We ll explain how to choose a wine to make slot play better. It s not just drinking or playing slots, it s about...

Garden Restaurant in Garland Offers A Fantastic Dim Sum

Crave DFW 5/17 3:14A Steven Doyle

by Steven Doyle You are most likely familiar with a handful of wonderful spots in Dallas to eek out decent dim sum.  We recently stumbled upon an additional find that until now has gone under our...

Celebrate Memorial Day at Punch Bowl Social with Free Munchies for You and Your Crew

Garland BubbleLife iReporter 5/16 3:54A Kelly Hunter

Punch Bowl Social is celebrating the unofficial start of summer with a Memorial Day bash, and its sharing a free gift with its fans.     In celebration of Memorial Day weekend, Punch Bowl Social will...

Celebrate Memorial Day with Mudbugs from North Texas' Best Cajun Outpost, The Cajun Market

Garland BubbleLife iReporter 5/16 3:52A Kelly Hunter

Memorial Day weekend is all about celebrating and relaxing with friends and family, and North Texas most beloved Cajun outpost, The Cajun Market at Bourbon Street Bar & Grill, is making it even easier...

A Deep Dive Into the World of Winemaking – How White Wine is Made

Texas Wine Lover 5/16 12:02A Amie Nemec

Hopefully, you re enjoying our deep dive into winemaking. The last two articles covered growing grapes and making red wine, and you can still learn more! Making white wine is only slightly different...

Revisiting Driftwood Estate Winery with Winemaker Jackie van Sant Downes

Texas Wine Lover 5/15 12:20A Amie Nemec

If you re a fan of Texas wines, you ve certainly heard of Driftwood Estate Winery . Their 2012 Longhorn Red was a blend of Cabernet Sauvignon and Syrah and received the Top Texas Wine award at the...

Southfork Ranch Catering Brings Big Flavors for All of North Texas

Garland BubbleLife iReporter 5/14 1:13A Kelly Hunter

Tens of thousands of visitors from around the world make the trek each year to Collin County to visit Southfork Ranch to experience what life might be like as a legendary oil baron. Now, whether they...

Picpoul Blanc Is the Lip Stinger That’s Hot in Texas

Texas Wine Lover 5/14 12:15A Amie Nemec

Picpoul Blanc grapes from Krista Hartman, Red River Wines and Provisions Native to the Languedoc (pronounced long-dock ) region of Southern France, Picpoul Blanc is a white wine grape gaining...

Play Together with Game Night Every Wednesday from 4-8 p.m. at Punch Bowl Social

Garland BubbleLife iReporter 5/12 11:26P Kelly Hunter

Punch Bowl Social is recognized as the perfect place to gather for fun. Now, the festive place to play celebrates a resurgence in board games by inviting all gameplayers in to celebrate its weekly...

Texas Wine Country Experience the Adventure of a Lifetime

Texas Wine Lover 5/12 7:28P digitalguider

Texas wine country offers an experience that s as unique and bold as the state itself. Imagine yourself cruising down scenic highways, windows rolled down, and the warm Texas sun on your face. Lush vineyards unfurl on either side, leading to...