Food + Beverage

Seasoned

Chef Marissa Fisk Brings Local Bounty to the Table Article by Melissa Svoboda | Photography by Kimber Brown On a golden Dripping Springs evening, guests arrived at a stunning ranch property, where sweeping Hill Country views set the stage for something special. Chef Marissa Fisk had prepared a farm-to-fork dinner party, an evening designed to capture the beauty of local abundance and the art of slowing down to gather around the table. For this occasion, Fisk designed to embrace the season...

Entertainment

Tim Laielli

Online Influence, Real-World Impact Article by Micah Wiener | Photography by Claire Mulkey Tim Laielli smiles a lot. If you’re like me or any of his literally millions of followers on social media and YouTube, you know the grin, along with his voice and humor. Over coffee, he’s a normal Dripping Springs dad in jeans, boots, and a backwards snapback. Known as “barefoodtim,” his online following makes him one of our town’s most influential, well, influencers .  Tim makes food videos, but he...

Home Services

 What’s in YOUR Water?

Why Water Softeners, Purification, and Plumbing Maintenance Matters for Your Home and Your Health Article by Steve Strauss | Photography by Kimber Brown Water touches everything we do, from our morning coffee and shower to a fresh salad or simmering soup. It nourishes our bodies, flavors our meals, and keeps our homes running smoothly. What’s coming out of your faucet can affect taste, health, and even your appliances. Knowing what’s in your water—and taking steps to protect it—can make all...

Travel

Hill Country, Uncorked

Explore Texas Wine Country Through Tastings, Trails, and Holiday Cheer Article by January Wiese | Photography by THCW and Bill Peary As fall settles over the Texas Hill Country, the rolling hills surrounding Dripping Springs come alive with cooler breezes, golden light, and a lineup of seasonal wine experiences perfect for day trips or weekend escapes. Dripping Springs serves as the ideal home base for exploring the region’s celebrated wineries and events, each blending education, hospitality...