Amber Murphy

Step inside Naegelin’s German Bakery and you can practically taste Texas history in the buttery air. Since 1868,…

By Amber Murphy · Mar 2

Step onto the trails at Santa Ana National Wildlife Refuge and it feels like a film crew should…

By Amber Murphy · Mar 2

Tucked inside a historic travel center covered in petrified wood, Whistle Stop Cafe serves the kind of Texas…

By Amber Murphy · Mar 2

Ready for a steakhouse that feels like a Texas museum and tastes like a celebration? Taste of Texas…

By Amber Murphy · Mar 1

Out on US-90 near Comstock, Texas, there is a canyon where silence feels ancient and the sky looks…

By Amber Murphy · Mar 1

If you are craving a quick spring escape, this Texas Hill Country itinerary is your sign to go.…

By Amber Murphy · Mar 1

There is a reason locals whisper about the warm, pillowy tortillas at The Original Ninfa’s on Navigation before…

By Amber Murphy · Mar 1

Hidden in the trees of Denton County, Old Alton Bridge draws you in with history, whispers, and a…

By Amber Murphy · Mar 1

If you crave a front row seat to Palo Duro Canyon sunrises, Doves Rest Cabins deliver it in…

By Amber Murphy · Mar 1

Texarkana has plenty of places to eat, but Dixie Diner is where comfort food turns into a memory.…

By Amber Murphy · Feb 28

Kemah’s go-to comfort food icon sits right on TX-146, serving plates big enough to make you grin before…

By Amber Murphy · Feb 28

If you are craving a place where tacos meet twinkling lights and music ripples over the water, the…

By Amber Murphy · Feb 28

If you have ever dreamed of running real construction equipment, Dig World in Katy makes it happen. Tucked…

By Amber Murphy · Feb 28

Tucked on a quiet Midtown corner, Lankford’s Grocery & Market serves the kind of burger that makes you…

By Amber Murphy · Feb 28

If you crave high-speed thrills and arcade glow, this Houston spot was built for you. Speedy’s Fast Track…

By Amber Murphy · Feb 27

Ready to unplug without leaving Dallas? King Spa & Sauna on Royal Lane delivers a full day escape…

By Amber Murphy · Feb 27

Running behind schedule does not mean settling for forgettable food. Texas roadways are packed with spots that deliver…

By Amber Murphy · Feb 27

Step under the sprawling oak tree and you will swear you wandered into the Shire, right in the…

By Amber Murphy · Feb 27

Some Texas spots are so good, locals whisper about them instead of posting. These restaurants feel like home…

By Amber Murphy · Feb 26

Step through the gates and it feels like you have arrived at a sunlit retreat in Spain, yet…

By Amber Murphy · Feb 26

You promised just one bite, but Texas donut shops have other plans. From glazed legends to wild, candy-topped…

By Amber Murphy · Feb 26

Some Texas dining rooms are so dazzling you will be excited to iron a shirt and shine your…

By Amber Murphy · Feb 26

Craving salt air, cold drinks, and an easygoing vibe right on the sand? Seahorse Bar & Grill in…

By Amber Murphy · Feb 26

Craving a road trip with real flavor and a side of Texas charm? These small-town gems serve the…

By Amber Murphy · Feb 26

Stretching retirement dollars in Texas is more doable than you think. From breezy Gulf Coast towns to mellow…

By Amber Murphy · Feb 25

If coastal Mexican flavors call your name, Caracol in Houston is where your cravings meet their match. This…

By Amber Murphy · Feb 25

Texas does Tex-Mex like nowhere else, and these spots prove it with sizzling plates and colorful personality. Whether…

By Amber Murphy · Feb 25

Pressed against the Rio Grande and framed by desert horizons, Presidio feels like a secret you are thrilled…

By Amber Murphy · Feb 25

Texas is bigger than your weekend plans, but the right road trip can make it feel close and…

By Amber Murphy · Feb 25

If you love real Texas character, Riley’s Tavern delivers it with a frosty pint and a foot-tapping beat.…

By Amber Murphy · Feb 24

Ready to see Texas reimagined in countless colorful bricks without traveling all over the state? This spot packs…

By Amber Murphy · Feb 24

Craving a night that feels like stepping into a warm Texas memory? At Stars & Stripes Drive-In Theatre…

By Amber Murphy · Feb 24

Texas hides some of its boldest flavors in the most unassuming places. Skip the hype and let your…

By Amber Murphy · Feb 24

Bandera may be the Cowboy Capital of the World, but its quiet trails steal the show when you…

By Amber Murphy · Feb 24

Tucked inside the Nature Store and Children’s Animal Center in Glen Rose, The Overlook Cafe delivers small town…

By Amber Murphy · Feb 23

There is a corner of the Texas Panhandle where the wind carves red rock and time slows to…

By Amber Murphy · Feb 23

Some towns tell their stories quietly, but Goliad speaks in bold echoes you can feel under your feet.…

By Amber Murphy · Feb 22

Ready to treasure hunt where airport confiscations and state surplus collide? At State Of Texas Surplus Property Open…

By Amber Murphy · Feb 22

Craving a juicy steak that will not wreck your budget? Texas is packed with spots where you can…

By Amber Murphy · Feb 22

There is a little corner of the Texas Gulf where time loosens its grip and the crowds never…

By Amber Murphy · Feb 22

Ready to trade crowded interstates for rolling hills, bluebonnet seas, and small town charm you can actually feel?…

By Amber Murphy · Feb 21