Amber Murphy

Ever dreamed of living among the treetops like a character in your favorite storybook? Tucked away in the…

By Amber Murphy · May 7

Some Texas restaurants have a secret weapon that works better than any billboard or TV commercial: word of…

By Amber Murphy · May 7

Step inside Cafe Italia in Grapevine and it immediately feels like time hits pause. Candlelit tables, warm bread,…

By Amber Murphy · May 7

Connie’s has been serving up crispy, golden seafood platters on Airline Drive for decades, and locals swear by…

By Amber Murphy · May 7

Texas has a fierce pride that runs deeper than most places, and nowhere is that more obvious than…

By Amber Murphy · May 7

Few places in Orange, Texas feel as unexpectedly serene as Shangri La Botanical Gardens and Nature Center. This…

By Amber Murphy · May 7

Texas knows how to feed people right, and nothing shows that better than planning a whole weekend around…

By Amber Murphy · May 7

Tucked along the River Walk, La Villita feels like you wandered into a pocket of Europe without leaving…

By Amber Murphy · May 7

Teka Molino has been serving up authentic Tex-Mex comfort on San Pedro Avenue since generations of San Antonio…

By Amber Murphy · May 7

Texas is huge, and even locals who have lived here their whole lives often stick to the same…

By Amber Murphy · May 6

Top Drawer Thrift sits at the corner of North Loop and Airport Boulevard in Austin, and it’s not…

By Amber Murphy · May 6

Texas has plenty of famous spots where tourists flock for selfies and overpriced meals, but the real magic…

By Amber Murphy · May 6

Buckle up, because Dallas Karting Complex at 5025 FM1565 brings real speed to life in a way city…

By Amber Murphy · May 6

Tucked along Junction Highway in Kerrville, Rio Ranch Cafe has earned its reputation as the go-to breakfast spot…

By Amber Murphy · May 6

Most folks picture Texas as all cowboys, cattle, and oil derricks. But hidden across the state are towns…

By Amber Murphy · May 6

On Galveston’s iconic Seawall Boulevard, Miller’s Seawall Grill has built a 50-year reputation for coastal comfort food and…

By Amber Murphy · May 6

Texas has always been a place where wide-open highways promise adventure around every bend. For decades, certain destinations…

By Amber Murphy · May 6

Ready for a Texas adventure that blends smoky BBQ, local wine, and a sky full of stars? Head…

By Amber Murphy · May 6

James Coney Island has been slinging hot dogs in Houston since 1923, making it one of the oldest…

By Amber Murphy · May 6

Texas seafood does not always come on white tablecloths. Sometimes the freshest Gulf flavor hides in weathered shacks…

By Amber Murphy · May 5

Texas is famous for its wide-open spaces and natural beauty, but some of the state’s most incredible parks…

By Amber Murphy · May 5

In the small town of Menard, Texas, you’ll find a restaurant serving authentic ranch-style dining and mesquite-grilled perfection.…

By Amber Murphy · May 5

Texas used to be home to some of the most beautiful water-filled natural areas in the country. Springs…

By Amber Murphy · May 5

In San Antonio along Blanco Road, a stunning replica of one of France’s most sacred places quietly awaits.…

By Amber Murphy · May 5

Texas coastline stretches over 350 miles, offering sandy shores and warm Gulf waters that rival tropical destinations. Whether…

By Amber Murphy · May 5

Hidden along the Colorado River about 90 minutes from Austin, Colorado Bend State Park offers something most Texas…

By Amber Murphy · May 5

Texas takes its chicken fried steak seriously, and for good reason. This golden-crusted, gravy-smothered masterpiece is more than…

By Amber Murphy · May 5

Twenty feet below Houston’s bustling streets lies one of America’s best-kept secrets: a sprawling network of air-conditioned tunnels…

By Amber Murphy · May 5

Step inside Half Price Books at 5803 E NW Hwy, and time stretches in the best possible way.…

By Amber Murphy · May 5