Amber Murphy

Anna, Texas is one of those rare places where explosive growth hasn’t wiped out the charm that made…

By Amber Murphy · Jul 25

Summer heat in Texas is no joke, and finding a place to cool off without signing up for…

By Amber Murphy · Jul 25

In Fort Worth, comfort food lives at Heavens Gate Restaurant, where the buffet feels like a warm welcome.…

By Amber Murphy · Jul 25

Nestled in the hills of northwest San Antonio, The Shops at La Cantera isn’t your average shopping destination.…

By Amber Murphy · Jul 25

Texas is known for wide-open spaces, big cities, and a whole lot of personality. But when it comes…

By Amber Murphy · Jul 25

Deep in the piney woods of East Texas sits a footbridge so long and winding that walking across…

By Amber Murphy · Jul 25

Texas might be famous for barbecue and Tex-Mex, but the coastal waters and Gulf influence have created a…

By Amber Murphy · Jul 25

Ready to score real-deal Texas bargains without the tourist markup? Bussey’s Flea Market in Schertz delivers that classic…

By Amber Murphy · Jul 25

On Gilmer Road in Longview, Magic Closet offers a thrift shop experience that feels more like a treasure…

By Amber Murphy · Jul 25

Texas stretches wider than most people can imagine, hiding pockets of natural wonder that make you wonder why…

By Amber Murphy · Jul 24

In the heart of Blanco, Old 300 BBQ has built a following that reaches well beyond this small…

By Amber Murphy · Jul 24

Texas operates on its own cultural wavelength, and if you’ve lived here long enough, you stop questioning why…

By Amber Murphy · Jul 24

Tucked inside a modest Mesquite strip center, Pancho’s Mexican Buffet is the throwback spot where you can still…

By Amber Murphy · Jul 24

Down a quiet Hill Country road outside Fredericksburg, Alamo Springs Café has built a reputation that reaches far…

By Amber Murphy · Jul 24

Texas is famous for Big Bend and Guadalupe Mountains, but some of the best outdoor experiences happen at…

By Amber Murphy · Jul 24

In the quiet town of Camp Wood, The Quince feels like a private little paradise with clear water,…

By Amber Murphy · Jul 24

Some of the best meals in Texas happen in places you might drive right past without a second…

By Amber Murphy · Jul 24

Craving a taste of Texas you can actually swirl, sniff, and savor? At Texas Hill Country Olive Co.…

By Amber Murphy · Jul 24

Picture this: saying your vows under a beautiful stone archway with sweeping Hill Country views as your backdrop,…

By Amber Murphy · Jul 24

Summer in Texas doesn’t last forever, even though the heat might make you think otherwise. Before the season…

By Amber Murphy · Jul 23

Walking into Mr. Gatti’s Pizza on William Cannon Drive is like stepping into a time machine that takes…

By Amber Murphy · Jul 23

Texas has no shortage of big cities and famous tourist spots, but some of its best-kept secrets are…

By Amber Murphy · Jul 23

Tucked into a purple castle on Denton’s historic square, Recycled Books Records CDs feels like stepping into a…

By Amber Murphy · Jul 23

Docked at Galveston’s Pier 22, this floating piece of Texas history feels like a hidden treasure most visitors…

By Amber Murphy · Jul 23

Texas has always been a favorite backdrop for food television, and for good reason. The state’s culinary scene…

By Amber Murphy · Jul 23

Every weekend before sunrise, Brownsville’s 77 Flea Market comes alive on Frontage Road with treasure hunters, bargain seekers,…

By Amber Murphy · Jul 23

When Texas temperatures climb past 100 degrees, air conditioning only goes so far. There’s something about natural spring-fed…

By Amber Murphy · Jul 23

Slip down a set of stone steps on Main Street and you will feel Texas fade into something…

By Amber Murphy · Jul 23

In the rolling hills of Driftwood, Salt Lick Cellars pairs laid-back Hill Country wine tasting with one unbeatable…

By Amber Murphy · Jul 23