Are you ready for some football?

If you are thinking of watching the Texas-Alabama game tonight, go to the Crossroads Saloon ( across the street from Hondo's on Main).

They have a full bar and 3 screens ( one is a projection screen and is huge) .

Good Eats at Max & Zelda's

Hey, maybe the curse has been lifted from the building formerly known as Peggy Sue's on Highway 16, just past the high school. It's spent time as several restaurants in the last few years and none of them have stuck (because they stank), but the new Max and Zelda's seems promising. The food served is good stick to your ribs stuff - nothing too fancy, but there are two really noteworthy items to try: the rolls served with the meals is reason enough alone to visit the cafe - I contemplated asking for seconds). And they do an excellent job on their sides - the veggies are cooked to perfection, something one doesn't always find this side of the Pecos. They need to beef up their salad menu and improve their service (the staff is polite, but the wait is simply too long), and who knows, this place might last long enough for us to remember its name.

Tapas

Cafe Real is a spanish style tapas bar/restaurant on West Main opposite the Texas Pawn shop.

The converted residence houses a open plan dining room with a small bar and is decorated in a contemporary modern style.

The menu consists of a number of tapas/small plates that are meant to be shared but I found the portions rather large with corresponding price tags( between $6- $10). The food, overall,was tasty and the service attentive.

http://www.caferealinc.com

Paintball

Fredericksburg now has an extreme sport center. Hill Country Extreme Sports provides paintball, rock climbing and mixed martial art training all in one location.

Check them out

www.hillcountryextremesports.com

Restaurant news

The Peach Pit BBQ is set to open on the corner of Milam and Main where Cuvee and then Rebecca's Table used to be. Hopefully third times a charm for them.

Proof Cocktail Bar has closed as has Marios Italian Restaurant (on Hwy 16)

At least it is never boring...

Fredericksburg Farmer's Market

The Fredericksburg Farmer's Market will start season 2 on Thursday May 28.
Local produce will be on sale at the Marketplatz from 4pm -7pm.
Get there early because the good stuff goes fast.

THINK GLOBALLY & ACT NEIGHBORLY - buy local
www.fbgfarmersmarket.com

Winslows

"Where the locals eat" is the sign on the window and I guess there were a few inside eating breakfast. The menu contained pictures of the Lunch items which looked pretty ordinary.
The breakfast taco was small but tasty. $2.50
Mrs Fritz's 2 egg plate was adequate.

Service was very attentive.

I don't think I will be back in a hurry though.

House .Wine

House.Wine, the wine and cool furniture store on Main St has started its own "liquid stimulus" program.
By shopping close outs and deals,they are now offering great wine at HEB prices. The selection includes about 10 reds and 10 whites all between $8 and $20. You can drink it there or take home a bottle or case.

You will find the wine in the back lounge area.

327 East Main St
Fredericksburg, Texas 78624
http://www.intohousewine.com/home.html

Rain, Rain, Rain

We had 3.5 inches of the wet stuff on Wednesday and more today so it should be green next week.

Hilda's Tortilla Factory

Hilda's Tortilla Factory has opened their new building.
Breakfast tacos still sell out fast.

149 Farm Market 2093 (Tivydale road), just off Highway 16.

Eat for Education

This Thursday night, February 19th, you can avoid cooking dinner AND support your community! All you have to do is go to Mr. Gatti's between 5:00 and 8:00 PM and tell them you're eating for FMS and they'll donate 15% of the bill to the PTO. Or you can just order a pizza to go -- that counts too (just be sure to mention the FMS PTO).

The PTO is an important organization - its sole purpose is to support the students and teachers. They sponsor educational programs, donate supplies, provide teacher appreciation and more. It's a volunteer organization, which means they are always short of money and that a few dedicated people do a large portion of the work! So here's an easy way to show your support for the local school and have a dinner out to boot!

(You might also consider purchasing one of the cool red and black tie-dyed t-shirts the FMS PTO designed. For more information contact Julie Voorhees at voorheesfamily@mac.com)

Fredericksburg Theater Company

A new production is about to start.

I Do! I Do! is a charming musical to celebrate the Valentine's Day season of romance. The story traces the road of romance for one couple - Agnes and Michael - from their wedding to the day they leave the home they have shared for 50 years. This intimate musical offers just the right song for every high (and low) point in a marriage: wedding night jitters, raising a family, mid life crises, joys, sorrows, quarrels, separation, reconciliation and growing old together. You don't want to miss this musical event written with love in every tune!

Tony Nominated I Do! I Do! is the nostalgic work by Harvey Schmidt and Tom Jones, the authors of "The Fanstasticks" and "110 In the Shade."

When:
* February 13 - March 1, 2009
* Fridays and Saturdays at 7:30 p.m.
* Sundays at 2:00 p.m.

Location:
The Steve W. Shepherd Theater
1668 Hwy 87 S
Fredericksburg, TX 78624

from FBG Theater Co

Fredericksburg is in the Top 3

From Southern Living magazines readers poll , Fredericksburg, Texas is voted number 3 best small town in the USA.

Read the full article
Southern Living

Books

Need a book to complete your weekend getaway?
Get all the latest bestsellers or browse the selection of secondhand books at Berkman Books on East Main. There is complimentary coffee while you look through the 6 rooms and 2 friendly cats to keep you company too.
They will custom order if they don't have what you want in stock and are open to buying books if you want to recycle your old ones.


416 E Main St
Fredericksburg, TX 78624
(830) 997-1535

Restaurant news

Two restaurant changes to note.
Rebecca's Table, the upscale restaurant co-owned by Rebecca Rather of Rathersweet bakery has closed.

Joe's Italian grill on Hwy 16 is being relaunched as "Mario's Tex-Mex Grill".

Happy New Year!

New Years Eve Walk

Want a novel way to welcome the new year? Kick start your waist loss resolution by walking in the new year.

At 11 p.m., the Texas Volkssport Association will host a wine-and-cheese social hour before the traditional Midnight Walk.

This is a 10-kilometer guided walk (a 5-kilometer walk is available). Everyone will leave promptly at midnight. No one will be allowed to leave after 12:30 a.m., and all participants must be back no later than 3:30 a.m.

This walk’s genesis goes back to the mid-1980s when a few volkssporters started this tradition as a way to “walk in the New Year.” It has continued and grown since then. People come from around the country to participate in this special event.

Children under the age of 12 must be accompanied by an adult. Pets are to be kept on a leash at all times and are not allowed in the building. Disclaimers for the walk event must be signed. Restrooms will be available at the start/finish location.

The midnight walking trail, which covers city streets, is suitable for strollers, but because of night visibility concerns, it is unsuitable for wheelchairs. Participants must carry flashlights.

The events will begin from St. Joseph’s Hall in the 200 block of West San Antonio Street.

More on Proof

Hey Schatze -

I was at Proof last week, too -sorry I missed you! But I agree with you - the atmosphere is nice (love the couches and oversized ottomans/coffeetables.) I had their Malbec wine and it was quite good. Happy hour is from 3 to 6, by the way, and the bartender was really friendly and nice (very different from when it was Primeaux). They have live blues music there on Wednesday nights, too. I also had the chance to check out West End Pizza twice last week! I had the spaghettii the first time and it was pretty decent. I love the their pizza - we built our own veggie and it was really delicious but a little pricey - $25 for a large pizza pushes the limits a bit. But it has a nice familly feel and it was busy, so it looks like it might be a hit. We actually need more family friendly restaurants in town, so it's a good addition.

Proof Lounge

If you are looking for a place for conversation and drinks, Proof is a nice choice. I love the atmosphere and seating areas. Proof offers a variety of beer, wine, and mixed drinks.

Texas Jacks

So your wife etc wants to come and shop in Fredericksburg but what are you going to do?
Between beers stop in at Texas Jacks.

This old time general dealer store is a great place to view (and buy) old wild west items. They stock all you need in action shooting apparel including the requisite red flannel long johns complete with back flap. There are six shooters for sale too (made by Cimarron Arms also based in Fredericksburg).
All in all it is a good place to waste a couple of minutes.

http://www.texasjacks.com

Fun Family Event

The annual tree lighting at the LBJ State Park will be this weekend on Sunday at 6 pm. A great family tradition, the Tree Lighting, will be held at the Lyndon B. Johnson State Park and Historic Site Visitor Center. The Johnson Family will welcome visitors to the tree lighting. Good walking shoes and a flash light are recommended by park rangers. The event is fun for kids of all ages.

After the tree lighting, visitors will be treated to refreshments, caroling and a visit from Santa Claus.

You can get to the LBJ State Park on Highway 290 about 15 miles outside of Fredericksburg.