The Final Week at the State Fair of Texas: A Sweet, Salty, and Totally Fried Farewell

Crave DFW 10/15 8:17A Steven Doyle

The final week of the State Fair of Texas carries a special kind of magic. There’s the smell of funnel cakes, Fletcher’s Corny Dogs, and smoky barbecue in the crisp autumn air, all blending with the...

Restivo Family Cellars Reopens with New Hours for the Fall

Texas Wine Lover 10/10 1:28A John Harvey

Andy and Jessica Restivo On a hot day last week, we met Jessica and Andy Restivo. They were waiting for us under the signature tree on their wine labels. It’s a twisted Mexican Plum tree that happens to be the oldest recorded plum tree in Texas....

How to Experience the State Fair of Texas Without Breaking the Bank

Crave DFW 10/9 8:56A Steven Doyle

The State Fair of Texas at Fair Park is a Dallas tradition packed with rides, live music, quirky contests, and—most famously— delicious fair food . While some fried creations can get expensive, there...

Experience the Magic of Dallas at the “Jewel of Dallas” Gala

Crave DFW 10/9 7:44A Steven Doyle

Step into an unforgettable evening celebrating one of Dallas’ most treasured landmarks at the White Rock Lake Foundation ’s “Jewel of Dallas” Gala on Thursday, November 6, 2025 , at the iconic Hall of...

Texans are Invited to ‘Come On Over Y’All’ and Raise a Glass of Wine for Texas Wine Month

Texas Wine Lover 10/3 6:11A Jeff Cope

Press Release The Texas wine industry invites friends and families to ‘Come On Over Y’all’ and raise a glass to the hardworking people who contribute to this $24 billion industry and the fifth-largest wine-producing state in the country. October...

Weekend Day Drinker Spots in Dallas

Crave DFW 9/26 10:02A Steven Doyle

Truck Yard As the weekend approaches, Dallas is graced with perfect patio weather—sunny skies and highs around 90°F make it an ideal time to enjoy some outdoor day drinking. Whether you re looking for...

The Crush Pad by Veesart Cellars

Texas Wine Lover 9/22 11:20P Neal Addy

Texas wine lovers may recall my recent article presenting the Texas High Plains as a largely untapped destination for wine enthusiasts, with Lubbock serving as an ideal base from which to launch their adventures. Now there’s even more reason to...

Product Review for Yeego 24″ Dual Zone Wine Fridge

Texas Wine Lover 9/5 2:37A John Harvey

We received the product for review and all opinions are our own. Some links are affiliate links meaning at no additional cost to you, this site may get a small commission if you make a purchase. I have had a dual-temperature wine cooler in the...

Doc’s Cellar: Where Community Comes Together Over Wine

Texas Wine Lover 8/29 5:12A Ron Martin

There’s something about small towns in East Texas that always draws me and my wife in—the charm of the main street and the way you can stumble upon unexpected gems. On our latest wine weekend adventure, we discovered one of those gems: Doc’s...

Brian Cheeseborough Winemaker Profile

Texas Wine Lover 8/19 12:10A Jeff Cope

Many wineries in Texas have tasting rooms where you can stop in to taste and enjoy their wines. Others don’t have a tasting room and instead make custom wine for local organizations and entities. VIÑADOR is one of those latter wineries. Just like...

Carter Creek and South Coast Wineries Win Medals at 2025 Sunset International Competition

Texas Wine Lover 8/12 12:31A Jeff Cope

Press Release Carter Creek Winery  and  South Coast Winery , both owned by family-operated Carter Hospitality, earned distinction among the best in the West, bringing home four medals – including a coveted Best of Class – at the prestigious 2025...

Rosé to Rebuild: Texas Hill Country Wine Tasting for Flood Relief

Texas Wine Lover 8/8 1:09A Jeff Cope

Press Release Texas Hill Country Wineries (THCW), the trade association representing 69 member wineries in the Texas Hill Country, in partnership with Horseshoe Bay Resort, invites wine lovers and community champions to a special event with a...

The Get Together Launches as the First Boxed Texas Wine

Texas Wine Lover 8/7 12:22A Jeff Cope

Photo by Big Thirst Press Release In a bold move that blends Texas terroir with modern wine trends, acclaimed Texas winery owner Ron Yates is proud to unveil  The   Get Together , the first boxed wine from a Texas winery. This innovative release...