Dripping Springs isn’t just attracting local Texans and out-of-state transplants, it’s also drawing native Texans who have moved out of the Lone Star state and are coming back home. This is the story of the owners of Summer Revival Wine Co., Becky and Ian Atkins. The husband and wife team are from Texas but had…
If it’s a scare that you seek, you don’t have to look far to find an event that will make you shriek in the Texas Hill Country. There’s plenty of spooky fun happening this season right here in Dripping Springs and the greater Austin area. From ghostly chills to ravenous beasts and an extravaganza…
It’s no secret that the Texas Hill Country has one of the most active brewery and winery cultures in the United States. In fact, there are nearly 60 breweries, more than 50 wineries, and 18 working distilleries – all within about an hour of the Austin area! Needless to say, visiting all of them…
Here’s a little factoid that might come as a surprise to local craft beer fans. Hops – those greenish yellow pods essential for making beer – don’t grow in Texas. That’s right, your favorite local beer has some out-of-state flavor in it. While there are some greenhouses around the Hill Country attempting to grow hops…
We’ve touched on the Dripping Springs wedding scene before. Lest you forget, Dripping Springs is the official wedding capital of Texas. With no shortage of perfect wedding venues in the area, from rustic farmhouses to luxury venues, choosing the perfect location for a wedding is no small task. And when a couple does finally…
Ask any rock climber who’s visited Central Texas if the climbing is good and watch their eyes light up. Although rock climbing or bouldering out in nature is a niche sport, any seasoned climber would agree that Central Texas has a variety of climbing opportunities. Whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned veteran of the…
We’re fortunate to have some truly beautiful landscapes here in the Texas Hill Country, and you don’t have to drive more than a few miles outside of the city to discover one of nature’s playgrounds. One of those nearby places worth exploring is Milton Reimers Ranch Park. Whether you’re looking for a dose of…
Looking for a local place to add to your dinner menu this weekend? A restaurant that locals here in Dripping Springs can’t get enough of is the kitchen at Get Along Grill (333 E Hwy 290 suite 437) run by owner Andrew Locke. Andrew grew up in Central Texas and dipped his toes in…
Texas has arguably some of the best BBQ in the country, maybe even in the world. And the place to go in Texas for good BBQ and a good time, is the Austin area. Lucky for Dripping Springs residents, there are some amazing, mouth-watering, local options for some good Texas BBQ. Even people who aren’t…
Anything that’s good is hard to keep a secret for long, and the secret’s out about how good the food scene is in the Texas Hill Country. We’re proud to say that Dripping Springs has more than a few restaurants worth bragging about. One such place that has quickly cultivated a devoted following is…