Looking for the best wildflower explosion—head for the hills! That’s the locale the expert flower spotters are raving about this year. There are plenty of routes to choose from and some fun side trips along the way. One of the most popular wildflower trails in Texas is…
Chef Ross Burtwell
Chow Down on Chili This Week!
It’s chilly this week (pun intended)! Texas weather is unpredictable as ever, and so are our variations on this southern, saucy classic: homemade chili…the heartier the better! National Chili Day also happens to be THIS Friday, so there’s no better excuse to break out the crock-pot and get cookin’.
I’m Craving Cabernet Grill’s Venison Chili!
Get ready for a chili that will knock your socks off! The incredible Cotton Gin Village just outside of Fredericksburg is home to the Cabernet Grill, and Executive Chef Ross Burtwell’s Venison Black Bean Chili…a truly Texan treat now that it’s hunting season.
Toasted Peach Pecan Cobbler is Calling at Cabernet Grill!
If the cozy Cotton Gin Village is a treasure, then its resident restaurant, Cabernet Grill, is the real gem! On my last visit, Executive Chef Ross Burtwell brought me behind kitchen doors for his super simple Peach & Pecan Cobbler.
A Juicy Watermelon Glazed Gulf Shrimp Surprise!
It has all the makings of a picturesque Texas picnic for you grill! Go Texan Chef Ross Burtwell welcomed me out to the gorgeous Cabernet Grill at the Cotton Gin Village to try his Grilled Texas Wild Caught Shrimp with Watermelon Ancho Glaze & Texas Watermelon Pico…one bite and I was sold!
Lobster-Topped Chicken Fried Ribeye Steak
Preparation for Steak: Remove shell from cooked lobster tails and slice tail meat into medallions about ¼ inch thick and reserve. Dredge ribeye steaks in flour and on both sides and shake off excess Place ribeye in between two sheets of plastic wrap and pound with a meat mallet until steak is about a half […]
A very sweet deal at the Cotton Gin Village
This time of year in the Texas Hill Country is simply majestic! Rolling acres…lots of wildlife…the scenic views. Why not venture out into the great outdoors and get lost for an afternoon? Better yet, check out the special wine pairing dinner coming up!
Honey lavender peach crisp
How Hill Country can you get? With this dish, you will feel like you are in the heart of the rolling hills. Peaches, lavender and a crispy crust…delicious! Talented Chef Ross Burtwell from Cabernet Grill in Fredericksburg uses as many local ingredients as possible…
Grilled Quail done Hill Country Style
I’ve been visiting Fredericksburg and the Texas Hill Country for years, but somehow I missed this gem till now…something you don’t want to do too.
