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The Texas Hill Country

by Kirk Pozadzides on September 5, 2007

Ever find yourself in need of a weekend getaway?

Jenny and I packed up the truck and headed to the Texas Hill Country for the Labor Day weekend. Our itinerary: Austin, Fredericksburg and anywhere in between. We stayed at the historic Driskill Hotel in their fantastic “Governors Suite!” A special thanks to my friends behind the front desk there!

Arriving in the early evening, we stopped at Jenny’s favorite Mexonesian (Mexican & Polynesian) restaurant, the Hula Hut on Lake Travis.

The next day, we headed west to the quaint town of Fredericksburg. Settled long ago by German immigrants, the area is home to numerous wineries (our favorite is the Becker Vineyard), the largest boulder in the USA (Enchanted Rock State Park), and a great little Main Street perfect for spending the day.

If you’re ever on Main Street in Rustlin’ Rob’s Texas Trail Supplies, stay far away from Satan’s Blood hot sauce. Jenny and I like to jazz our foods up with some spice, but a drop of this sauce had us crying for 30+ minutes…

After returning to Austin, we met up with Jenny’s Aunt (thanks for the hospitality Tina & Chris) and ate dinner at Austin’s newest chic restaurant Imperia. A tribute to Asian fusion, Imperia has a contemporary decor, great wine selection and progressive take on Dim Sum.

We had a great time in the Texas Hill Country, loved the live music and cannot wait to return. Until then…

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Kirk and Jenny Head West to El Paso

by Kirk Pozadzides on May 27, 2007

If you live in Texas and have Texan friends, one day you’ll end up in El Paso. We had the privilege of attending our good friend’s (congrats JR & Elsa) wedding in El Paso. This was a quick trip just days before our vacation. We arrived Saturday around noon and left Sunday afternoon. Here’s what I can say about El Paso…

The locals we met there, love the city. Its rugged landscape and mountains (or speed bumps if you live in the Rockies) are picturesque during sunset. The city is overflowing with Mexican, American and Mexican-American culture and its surreal seeing border signs in an American city… The US is so large, it’s certainly not something you see often.

Well, our trip was short so we didn’t have time to explore much. The locals revere Chico’s Tacos as a must-eat small chain restaurant started by Joe Mora (boxing promoter). We ate there and I can say:

  1. Their taco are rolled, and bathed in a red sauce
  2. Their hot dogs are served on hamburger buns
  3. They only accept cash
  4. You’re lunch will cost less than $3
  5. Most importantly, don’t forget the antacids

We also ate at Carlos and Mickey’s. Their food was authentic, spicy and we really enjoyed it. Their margaritas are advertised as the “best in town!” Keep in mind, El Paso isn’t that big, but their 44 ounce ones might accurately be named the “biggest margaritas in town!”

Unfortunately (I think), we didn’t have time to head across the border. If we ever find ourselves in El Paso again, we’ll brave Juarez!

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