Amber Murphy

Texas holds more than sprawling cities and endless highways. Tucked between the rolling hills and coastal plains, you’ll…

By Amber Murphy · Jun 12

Tucked right in the heart of Blanco, this small state park packs a full day of bliss for…

By Amber Murphy · Jun 12

Behind a simple storefront in Dallas, Roman Cucina delivers handmade pasta and old-world Italian flavors that transport diners…

By Amber Murphy · Jun 12

Texas might be famous for barbecue and Tex-Mex, but scattered across the Lone Star State are French restaurants…

By Amber Murphy · Jun 11

Hidden along the rugged Texas coast near Sabine Pass, McFaddin National Wildlife Refuge holds a secret that fossil…

By Amber Murphy · Jun 11

There’s something magical about walking into a real Texas diner where the waitress knows your name and the…

By Amber Murphy · Jun 11

If patio dreams had a Texas address, they would lead you straight to Tillie’s in Dripping Springs. Tucked…

By Amber Murphy · Jun 11

Montgomery Street Antique Mall in Fort Worth is not your average antique shop. This sprawling warehouse stretches over…

By Amber Murphy · Jun 11

Sometimes you just need to hit pause on life without committing to a full vacation. Texas offers incredible…

By Amber Murphy · Jun 11

Hidden in Houston’s Montrose neighborhood, Tex-Chick Puerto Rican Eatery has served authentic island comfort food since 1982 and…

By Amber Murphy · Jun 11

Texas has a surprising history of mineral springs that once drew people from all over the country seeking…

By Amber Murphy · Jun 11

If you crave wide horizons and real quiet, Boca Chica Wildlife Refuge might be your new secret beach.…

By Amber Murphy · Jun 11

Located on Bissonnet Street in Bellaire, Cafe Piquet serves up a little slice of Havana in the heart…

By Amber Murphy · Jun 11

Treasure hunting doesn’t require a map or a metal detector when you know where to find Texas bin…

By Amber Murphy · Jun 10

Nestled in the heart of Frisco sits a bar and grill that transforms into something straight out of…

By Amber Murphy · Jun 10

Texas knows how to do things big, and nowhere is that more obvious than along its highways and…

By Amber Murphy · Jun 10

When a golden crust crackles under your fork and cream gravy pools just right, you know you found…

By Amber Murphy · Jun 10

Tucked along Harry Hines Boulevard in Dallas sits a legendary spot that’s equal parts biker hangout, tattoo parlor,…

By Amber Murphy · Jun 10

Texas has more than just great barbecue and Tex-Mex—some of its most popular dining spots come with a…

By Amber Murphy · Jun 10

Finding a bakery that serves everyone at the table can feel like searching for a needle in a…

By Amber Murphy · Jun 10

Texas is famous for its sprawling cities like Houston, Dallas, and Austin, but some of the state’s most…

By Amber Murphy · Jun 10

Tucked just above the River Walk, Schilo’s turns a simple deli classic into a craveable memory. The Reuben…

By Amber Murphy · Jun 10

Behind an unassuming storefront on Hillcrest Avenue, this old-school Dallas diner has earned a loyal following for its…

By Amber Murphy · Jun 10

Texas has plenty of famous BBQ joints and Tex-Mex chains that tourists flock to, but the real comfort…

By Amber Murphy · Jun 9

Right in the middle of Stafford, Texas, something extraordinary rises from the suburban landscape. The BAPS Shri Swaminarayan…

By Amber Murphy · Jun 9

June mornings in Texas bring sunshine that begs you to get outside and enjoy a meal worth remembering.…

By Amber Murphy · Jun 9

Tucked into the rolling Texas Hill Country, Kerrville blends small town charm with big heart hospitality. You get…

By Amber Murphy · Jun 9

Right across from the Alamo in downtown San Antonio sits a three-story building that’s trickier than it looks.…

By Amber Murphy · Jun 9

Texas has always been a place where food brings people together, and right now the state is buzzing…

By Amber Murphy · Jun 9