Style + Beauty

The Boot Whisperer

Explore the Perfect Pair and the Magic Behind the Best Fit Article by Whitnie Strauss | Photography by Kimber Brown In the heart of Wimberley, tucked inside a charming old building that feels like it belongs in a Western film, lives a legend. Known far and wide as “The Boot Whisperer,” Ulli Johnston has spent the last 30 years crafting an experience that defies explanation. She doesn’t just sell boots. She matches them. Johnston’s talent is connecting one-of-a-kind vintage, custom, and...

Food + Beverage

A Taste for Discovery

Chef Marissa Fisk’s Vibrant Dishes Mix Modern Flavors with the Essence of Tradition Article by Melissa Svoboda | Photography by Kimber Brown For personal chef and caterer Marissa Fisk, food is an experience, an art, and a fusion of past and present. Exploring food through memory, tradition, and innovation, Fisk invites others to get out of their comfort zone and embrace unexpected flavors. Growing up, Fisk was enchanted by her Argentinian grandmother’s way of cooking from scratch. She savored...

Shopping

Texas Gadget Company

Building a Legacy, One Adventure at a Time Article by Micah Weiner | Photography by Carrin Lewis A stone-accented log cabin on the edge of Dripping Springs stands out from the highway.  Inside is a store that stands out from anything you’ve ever seen. You won’t find fluorescent lights or crowded aisles. Instead, there’s leather that smells like campfire memories, gear that lasts for generations, and a welcome as warm as an old friend’s handshake. This is Texas Gadget Company, a family-owned...

Travel

Hawaii: Your Perfect Texas Summer Escape 

Article by Katie Pecaro July is the perfect time to escape the long, hot summer days of Texas. What better place to unwind than a sunny, breezy beach sipping mai tais and dipping your toes in turquoise-blue water? Hawaii is a wonderful option for both beach and mountain lovers, and summer break provides an excellent opportunity to explore this paradise. The Hawaiian islands form an archipelago located in the Pacific Ocean. There are eight major islands, five of which tend to attract tourists...