Celebrity Bartender Night–tonight!
Thursday, November 19, 5-7 pm
Who’s the local celebrity this evening? Come on in and see!
Celebrity Bartender Night
Question mark photo by Leo Reynolds. Licensed under Creative Commons
Events at Salado Winery
Great story from DFW about next weekend in Salado
Live Music
We found this great story about next weekend by Frank Heinz at http://www.nbcdfw.com/around-town/events/Worth-The-Drive-Salado-69417297.html. Thanks Mr. Heinz, we couldn’t have said it better ourselves!
Worth The Drive: Salado
Head to central Texas for shopping, dining and live music in Salado
By FRANK HEINZ Updated 8:45 AM CST, Sat, Nov 7, 2009
If you’re looking for a romantic weekend or a quiet getaway, the Village of Salado is definitely Worth The Drive.
Head south on Interstate 35 and in just over two hours you will arrive in the very charming, central Texas town filled with a robust selection of restaurants, plenty of B&B’s upon where you can lay your head and more shopping than you could shake your debit card at.
If you head down the weekend of Nov. 14, spend some time with Scott Simon, cheesemonger extraordinaire out of Lorena’s Texas Cheese House. Between noon and 7 p.m., Simon will have plenty of cheese to sample and pair with wine from the Salado Wine Seller. If you can’t get enough, take some home or back to your room — or just stop by the shop in Lorena on your way back north.
From 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. on the wine seller’s lawn, sip a glass of vino while enjoying free live music by Harebilly. Snacks, kids, lawn chair’s and pets on leashes are welcome … so take the whole family. For a casual dining experience on Saturday night, check out Adelea’s on Main. Paper menus and mismatched tableware add to the quaint, country feel. Try the beef tenderloin sandwich or chicken and dumplings for your entree and wash it back with one of their wide assortment of teas. If you’d like a nightcap, Adelea’s Hemingway’s Bar is right next door and offers weekly wine specials and a pretty tempting Raspberry Margarita.
If you’re seeking something a little more high-brow, head over to The Range at the Barton House and dine with chef Dave Hermann. You might expect a trained chef in this town to specialize in cowboy cuisine, but Hermann’s offerings are more Mediterranean. Check out the kind words by Southern Living Magazine’s Les Thomas. “An elegant eatery offering some of the finest dining you’ll find in this part of the state. I can’t help thinking that if Salado had pampered cowboys this much in the old days, none of those herds would have ever made it to Kansas.”
Got a sweet tooth that needs satisfying? Head over to Mud Pies Pottery (yes, a pottery shop) and pick up as many of the 50 flavors of Sir Wigglesworth’s Homemade Fudge as you can carry. Stuff it in some pottery if need be … new pottery and amazing fudge is a win-win.
Finding a place to stay while in the village is easy. The historic Stagecoach Inn (founded in 1861) is located right along I-35 and anyone that’s driven past it has likely seen it and the large swath of land it covers. Along with lodging, The Stagecoach Inn boasts gastro-pleasures cooked from 150-year-old recipes delivered hot from the kitchen into their rustic dining room. Lodging has all the modern-day amenities, including a fitness center and wireless Internet service in the poolside rooms.
If you want something perhaps a bit more romantic and private, check out one of the numerous B&Bs or cottages available. Some are more private than others with some offering enough room to accommodate up to 25 guests.
A trip to the village wouldn’t be complete without checking out the shops on the main drag. There are loads of antique shops, jewelry shops and kitschy Texana peddlers offering enough western-themed souvenirs to cover the refrigerators of both you and your extended family. When trolling through stores such as these, I always seem to come away with at least one magnet or coffee cup that I found irresistible.
If you like preserves, tortilla chips and pecans (not all at the same time) slip into Ya Gotta Have It on Main. You’ll find those edible treasures as well a selection of soups, Tex-Mex offerings and Italian treats.
Really, you just need to park the car and explore Main Street. There are a host of shops and at least one of them is bound to tickle your fancy. Art and antique collectors will find plenty to look over in the village. And, even though I’m not a fan, one must mention the mass-marketed art of California-born “Painter of Light” Thomas Kinkade at the Stagecoach Galleries. Though, if you look, there is a plethora of beautiful art available in the village galleries that is produced by Texas artists.
Finally, a trip to Salado would be remiss without acknowledging Mill Creek Golf Course, designed by world renowned architect Robert Trent Jones, Jr. Mill Creek offers three nine-hole courses, each with several long tree-lined fairways offering a challenging day on the links.
Can’t make it next weekend? Check out Salado’s community calendar on their Web site to see what’s happening in the village — though we can’t promise there will always be something as cool as a master fromagier on hand.
First Published: Nov 6, 2009 5:07 PM CST
Links referenced within this article
FRANK HEINZ http://www.nbcdfw.com/results/?keywords=%22FRANK+HEINZ%22&author=y&sort=date
The Village of Salado http://www.salado.com/
Texas http://www.nbcdfw.com/topics?topic=Texas
Scott Simon http://www.nbcdfw.com/topics?topic=Scott+Simon
Texas Cheese House http://www.texascheesehouse.com/
Salado Wine Seller http://www.saladowine.com/
Adelea’s on Main http://www.adeleas.com/
Hemingway’s Bar http://www.adeleas.com/hemmingway.html
The Range at the Barton House http://www.therangerestaurant.com
Southern Living Magazine’s Les Thomas http://www.southernliving.com/
The historic Stagecoach Inn http://www.staystagecoach.com
numerous B&Bs or cottages available http://www.salado.com/lodging.cfm
Thomas Kinkade http://www.nbcdfw.com/topics?topic=Thomas+Kinkade
Stagecoach Galleries http://www.stagecoachgalleries.com/
Mill Creek Golf Course http://www.millcreek-golf.com
Robert Trent Jones, Jr. http://www.nbcdfw.com/topics?topic=Robert+Trent+Jones
Master fromagier http://www.texascheesehouse.com/
Find this article at: http://www.nbcdfw.com/around-town/events/Worth-The-Drive-Salado-69417297.html
McPherson Wine Dinner at The Range Restaurant
Featured Wine
You’re invited! Come to the wine dinner with the folks from McPherson Wine Cellars on Friday, November 13 at The Range Restaurant. Call (254) 947-3828 for reservations.
According to McPherson’s website:
Kim Mcpherson has made wines of exception quality in Texas and California for over 25 years. After graduating from Texas Tech University, Kim completed the enology and viticulture program at UC Davis and worked in Napa Valley. In 1979 Kim returned to Lubbock as a winemaker at Llan Estacado Winery, founded by his father, Dr. Clinton “Doc” McPherson, the pioneer of the modern Texas wine industry. Kim was named winemaker at Cap Rock Winery in 1990 and in 2000 created McPherson Cellars to Honor his father.
Kim and “Doc” were inducted in to the “Who’s Who in Food and Wine in Texas” in 1998. Kim’s Texas wines have won over 400 medals in state, national, and international wine competitions including two Double Gold Medals at the prestigious San Francisco Wine Fair. He continues to be an innovative and dynamic force in the Texas wine industry. Kim produces only premium quality wines from grapes grown primarily on the Texas High Plains, including “Doc’s” Sagmor Vineyard and the Dell Valley in far West Texas. Kim believes in “planting to the land” so his focus is on Rhone and Italian varietals and his dedication and skill show in McPherson Cellars wines.
McPherson Wine Dinner Menu
Shared plates of Cilantro Pesto Torta with Peach-Ancho Jam, Toasted Texas Pecans and Fresh Focaccia
Viognier
1st Course
Hook, Line and Sinker-Grilled Giant Texas Firecracker Shrimp with Crispy Glass Noodles over a “pool” Blue Caracao Sauce
Hook, Line & Sinker Blush
2nd Course
Baked Mexican Tortilla Soup
Sangiovese
3rd Course
Hickory Smoked and Ale Braised Beef Shortrib with Blue Corn Grits, Caramelized Texas Onions, Natuaral Jus and topped with Green Chile Gremolada
Cabernet Sauvignon
Dessert to Share per Couple
Texas sized Warm Dried Cranberry Tarts topped with Pumpkin Spice Ice Cream, Fresh Berry Sauce and Brandied Caramel
La Diosa Sangria
RpT plays Saturday, Nov 7
Jammin’ on the Lawn, 
Saturday, November 7th, 4-7 pm LIVE MUSIC
You know the drill, if the weather is good, Richard Paul Thomas will play outdoors. Feel free to bring your favorite lawn chair and snacks.
If it is too hot, too cold, too windy, too wet or too buggy, then the performance will be indoors. In fact now that I think about it, sunset will be at 5:37 pm, so we won’t put Richard out in the dark. 😉
So come on down and have a glass of your favorite Texas wine and chill out to the sounds of Richard Paul Thomas!
Wine, Cheese & Live Music Saturday, November 14
Texas Cheese House in Lorena, TX
Saturday, November 14, 2009 we’ve got a couple of great reasons to come and visit, just in case the wine wasn’t reason enough.
From 12-7, we’ll host Scott Simon of Texas Cheese House. He brings a selection of fresh hand-made Texas cheeses giving you the opportunity to taste the cheeses and purchase them. Wouldn’t that be a nice way to start Thanksgiving Dinner? With some locally made Texas cheese to nibble on while everyone waits for the turkey along with the great wines of Texas to sip on? Scott is “dedicated to the principle that excellent cheese is manufactured in Texas” He sells Texas Artisan cheese from a number of Texas producers and he makes his own cheese at his store in Lorena, Texas.
From 4-7 pm, we will be entertained by LIVE MUSIC performed by the Leisure Seekers. This trio plays a variety of music that is sure to tickle your fancy. They like to play outdoors, so bring a lawn chair, but they’ll play indoors if the weather is no good.
There are plenty of other fun events in Salado as well. The Annual Gathering of the Clans will be going on all weekend. In the evening, at Salado Silver Spur, “In the Shadow of Giants” The history of the Texas Revolution told in story and song Craig Toungate-7:30pm.
Salado Wine Seller Blends Two Great Texas Watercolorists in November
Salado Wine Seller will host Hunter George and Cliff Gillock for an art opening reception on Friday, November 6, 6-9 pm. Their watercolors will be on display through January 3, 2010.
Hunter George
Hunter George has always hungered to capture the natural, as well as, historical renditions in watercolor. He would like to help preserve a cultural history that is quickly fading from our midst. His love of old buildings and landscapes dominate his portfolio, called “Reflections of the Past.” He is a signature member of the Watercolor Art Society – Houston, with his work being featured in three international exhibitions. His award winning works have been represented throughout the state of Texas by galleries in Houston, Galveston, Rockport, San Antonio, Kerrville, Salado, Crawford, Bellville, and Wimberly. His works are showcased in Texas Highways Magazine and The Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center in Austin.
Hunter George has been honored with numerous graphic design awards from the Art Director’ Clubs of New York, Los Angeles, Denver, Tulsa, and Houston; Communication Arts magazine; Print Magazine; Ad Week Magazine; The Printing Industries of America, and the Dallas/Fort Worth Society of Communication Arts.
He is a past president of the Art Directors’ Club of Houston, and has served on the Texas State Board of American Institute of Graphic Artists.
A Virginia transplant to the state of Texas, Hunter George studied art, design and photography at Virginia Commonwealth University in Richmond, VA where he earned a Bachelor of Fine Arts Degree. His website is www.watercolorsbyhunter.com
Cliff Gillock
After a 40+ career as a leading creative force in the Houston advertising industry, Cliff Gillock is now a full time studio painter. Cliff has studied art at the The University of Houston, The Glassell School, The Art League of Houston and continues to study and paint in his studio at Winter Street Studios in Houston. His pallet travels as he travels to Galveston, Santa Fe, Cancun, Colorado, Maine, Florida, Louisiana and but most especially to his native state, Texas. His work may be viewed at – www.winterstreetstudios.net
WHAT: Watercolor Art Opening Reception
WHEN: Friday, November 6, 6-9 pm
WHERE: Salado Wine Seller
841 N Main St, Salado – 254.947.8011 – www.saladowinery.com
The artwork will be on display through January 3, 2010
Celebrity Bartender Night, Thursday October 29
Our first celebrity for “Celebrity Bartender Night” was a clown! Grainger Esch and Tony Blackman came by to serve customers their wine and entertain them a bit.
- stop clowning & pour the wine!
This gave us a great chance to remind everyone about the current performance at Salado Silver Spur Theater.
Fans of playwright John Van Druten’s “Bell, Book and Candle” get an entertainment bonus when they see the enchantingly funny, romantic comedy at the Salado Silver Spur Theater (108 Royal St., Downtown), weekends through Nov. 6: Dancer Michelle Stuckey of Austin.Director KD Sperling of Round Rock, has brought the script’s oft-mentioned “Zodiac Club” — a gathering place for witches and warlocks — to life by featuring a spell-binding and mystifying, if not magical, dance number by Stuckey.
The attractive dancer, who trained and competed in gymnastics under the legendary Bela Karolyi, began dance lessons at age 15 and competed with Broadway Performance Academy ’s (BPA) first Senior Elite Company. She performed with BPA in the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade, Harley Davidson Fashion show, and Encore Nationals in Las Vegas .
Now finishing her BFA in Dance at the University of Texas, Stuckey also has performed at Zachary Scott Theater (Austin) in “Jesus Christ Superstar” and the Zach’s “75th Anniversary Gala Concert.” In spring 2008, Stuckey performed at “The Long Center (Austin) Opening Gala.” She also has a featured role for Director Terrence Mallick’s “Tree Of Life,“ starring Angelina Jolie and Brad Pitt. The film is set to release this Christmas.
Weekend show times are at 7:30 p.m. on Fridays and at 2 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. on Saturdays. Evening shows are $15 for adults; $12 for senior citizens, military personnel and students with ID; and $8 for children aged 12 and under. For matinees, admission is $10, $8 and $8, respectively. Group rates also are available. For reservations, call the Silver Spur box office at 254-947-3456. For more info or directions, visit http://www.saladosilverspurtheater.com/.
The play, set in the 1940s and popular for decades, revolves around the life of a pretty New York City witch, Gillian Holroyd. Her world is turned upside-down when she casts a love spell on her handsome neighbor, a publisher. Meanwhile, her nefarious brother and eccentric aunt practice their own spells, knowing that true love typically terminates a witch’s powers.
The ensemble cast also features newcomer Paige Newman of Waco as the sultry witch Gillian and Karen Ewton and Mary Bentley, both Saladoans, alternating as her” Aunt Queenie, a comical witch-in-training. Spur Technical Director Tony Blackman is the mischievous prankster brother Nicky Holroyd.
Tom Rolls is the handsome apartment neighbor Shepherd Henderson, “smitten” and mesmerized by his apartment manager Gillian. Newcomer Kevin Reid is author Sydney Redlitch who serves up a lively turn as the less-than-taciturn expert on witchcraft.
ABOUT THE SILVER SPUR:
Now in its sixth year, this first-class venue is located in the renovated Guest and Sanford Granary & Feed Co., a few blocks from the IH-35 Corridor. Reviving a bygone era of family entertainment, the theater offers its trademark blend of live vaudeville acts, live music, plays and classic cinema. Weddings, reunions, business conferences, concerts, field trips, dances, even customized private shows are held in the historical venue, with catering available from the Stagecoach Inn and nearby restaurants.
FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION OR INTERVIEWS:
Grainger Esch, Executive Dir., Salado Silver Spur Theater, 254-947-3456; [email protected]
Preston F. Kirk, APR, Kirk Public Relations, Austin , TX , 830-693-4447;[email protected]
EVENT LISTING SYNOPSIS: “Bell, Book and Candle,” weekends, Oct. 9 – Nov. 6. John Van Druten’s enchantingly funny, romantic comedy, explores the life of a pretty — but vengeful — New York City witch. Her world is turned upside-down when she casts a love spell on her handsome neighbor, a publisher. Meanwhile, her nefarious brother and eccentric aunt practice their own spells, knowing that true love typically terminates a witch’s powers. Performances, Fridays and Saturdays at 7:30 p.m., with 2 p.m. Saturday matinees. $15 for adults; $12 for senior citizens, military personnel and students with ID; and $8 for children aged 12 and under; matinees prices, $10, $8 and $8, respectively. Group rates available. For reservations, call the box office, 254-947-3456. For directions or more info, http://www.saladosilverspurtheater.com/
Poster Signing by Rick Vanderpool
Poster available at Salado Wine Seller
Saturday, October 27th, 12- 7pm
Take a break from the activities of Salado’s Founders Day, come have a glass of wine and meet photographer Rick Vanderpool. His most recent poster, “90 days in Texas Wine Country” will be for sale and he will be available for signings & stories.
Check out this article from the Dallas Morning News:
Photographer Rick Vanderpool raises a glass to Texas wine country
12:00 AM CDT on Sunday, October 4, 2009
By KATHRYN STRAACH / Special Contributor to The Dallas Morning News
Kathryn Straach is a freelance writer in San Antonio.
Just in time for October’s Texas Wine Month, photographer Rick Vanderpool has released a new poster, “Ninety Days in Texas Wine Country.”
It’s a montage of about 90 photos of the 90 or so wineries Vanderpool visited over 90 days this year. The colorful pictures depict aspects of the Texas wine industry, including the grape growing season, vineyards, grape stomping and festivals and barrels, along with children.
The poster was set to debut with signings as part of Texas Wine Month at the fifth annual Texas Fall Fest this weekend at Fall Creek Vineyards in Tow, northeast of Llano, and other festivals in the Texas Hill Country (www.texasfallfest.com).
Vanderpool photographs Texas icons and turns them into pieces of art. In one project, he drove more than 20,000 miles throughout the state looking for the word “Texas.” From more than 1,000 photos, he created a poster that was released in 2000. “Looking for Texas” is a montage of the word and includes a legend that identifies each photo’s county.
“Looking for Texas” became so popular that it was decoupaged on restaurant tables at the Bob Bullock Texas State History Museum in Austin and turned into a popular quilting fabric and puzzle.
Other posters created by Vanderpool, some featuring specific towns, have showcased Texas wildflowers, barbecue joints, hamburger stands, spurs, windmills, hot-air balloons, stars, cactus, movie marquees and Aggieland.
To order an autographed copy of the 18-by-24-inch wine country print, visit www.whatssograpeabout texas.com. Cost with shipping is $19.95. For other posters, visit www.stateart.net.
Kathryn Straach is a freelance writer in San Antonio.
Microsoft Windows 7 Launch Party
WINDOWS 7 Launch Party
HOST: Sheldon Vickers & Walt Tollefson
DATE: Sun, Oct 25
TIME: 7:00 PM
PLACE: Salado Wine Seller, 841 N. Main St., Salado
WHAT TO BRING: Digital photos, Bring yor own snacks and enough to share with the rest of the class. Cash Bar.
Windows® 7 is launching soon, and I’d like to give you a special sneak preview. It’s going to be a cool demo of the new things we can do with photos using Windows® 7! That’s right — I’ve got Windows® 7 Ultimate on my PC and can’t wait to give you a photo tour. So bring along your digital photos and join me for an evening of free goodies and photo fun.
Brennan Vineyards–Winemaker Dinner
Adelea’s On Main is excited to join forces with the Salado Wine Seller to present a night of fabulous food and wonderful wine pairings from Brennan Vineyards on October 14th at 6:30 p.m.
This evening will be an educational event where each wine and food pairing will be explained and discussed. Guests will arrive to passed hors d’oeuvres on the patio and a brief introduction to Brennan Vineyards. Guests will then retire to their tables inside for a dining experience that includes a first course of a Bacon Wrapped Quail Salad, a second course of Filet Mignon and Roasted Salmon and a dessert course of Hazelnut Chocolate Mousse. The cost for this reservation only evening will be $65 per person and $120 a couple. This price includes your 4 course meal and the corresponding wine pairings, your wine educator, tax and gratuity. Call us at 254.947.0018 to make your reservations soon as we only have 42 spots available for this event.
This evening will be an educational event where each wine and food pairing will be explained and discussed. Guests will arrive to passed hors d’oeuvres on the patio and a brief introduction to Brennan Vineyards. Guests will then retire to their tables inside for a dining experience that includes a first course of a Bacon Wrapped Quail Salad, a second course of Filet Mignon and Roasted Salmon and a dessert course of Hazelnut Chocolate Mousse. The cost for this reservation only evening will be $65 per person and $120 a couple. This price includes your 4 course meal and the corresponding wine pairings, your wine educator, tax and gratuity. Call us at 254.947.0018 to make your reservations soon as we only have 42 spots available for this event.
MENU
Passed Hors d’Oeuvres
Herbed Mushrooms and Gruyere in Puff Pastry
Tarragon Chicken Salad in Gougeres
Prosciutto and Herbed White Bean Puree on Crostini
Brennan Vineyards Viognier
First Course
Bacon Wrapped Quail atop Spinach with Gorgonzola Cheese, Dried Cranberries and crisp Bacon dressed in a tangy Red Wine Vinaigrette
Austin Street Red
Second Course
A duet of Filet Mignon with Mushroom Cabernet Sauce and Roasted Salmon topped with a Dill Beurre Blanc accompanied with Mashed Potatoes and Sauteed Spinach
Brennan Vineyards Cabernet Sauvignon
Dessert Course
Hazelnut Chocolate Mousse in a Lace Pecan Basket
Austin Street Muscat Blanc