Jul 31, 2002 — By Brian D. Sweany

Staubach and Aikman, together at last. A Bum Phillips belly laugh. Jerry Levias, first and always. These and other heroes of Texas football, past and present, pose for a pigskin portfolio.

Jul 31, 2002 — By Katy Vine

Children of all ages! Step right up and get to know a South Texas clan whose nomadic way of life is a link to the past.

Jan 20, 2013 — By Patricia Sharpe

Three former Texas first ladies dish about life in the Governor’s Mansion and share recipes that have served them well.

Jan 20, 2013 — By Brian D. Sweany

Will this be the year that the University of Texas Longhorns—the most talented college football team in the country—win their first national title since 1970? Yes. Hook ’em.

Jan 20, 2013 — By Patricia Hart

Ron Kirk may be this year’s most jovial political candidate, but his bid for the U.S. Senate is as much about race as personality. He knows it. His fellow Democrats know it. And you’d better believe the Republicans know it.

Jul 31, 2002 — By Patricia McConnico

For a great escape, head to Corpus Christi, the city on the bay that sparkles.

Jul 31, 2002 — By Patricia Sharpe

GAZING AND GRAZING No one drives all the way up to the McDonald Observatory, on top of Mount Locke in far West Texas, just to eat. But astronomy buffs have a treat in store if they happen to wander into the StarDate Café. Not only is its menu of quesadillas,…

Jul 31, 2002 — By Texas Monthly

The perfect complement to a few slices of brisket, a slab of ribs, and a couple of links of sausage.

Jul 31, 2002 — By Joe Nick Patoski

A new book on dance halls explains why Texans are itching to go boot-scootin'.

Jul 31, 2002 — By Patricia McConnico

Lean Star Cuisine

Jul 31, 2002 — By Texas Monthly

2 1/2 tablespoons unflavored gelatin 1 quart tomato juice (4 cups) 1 small can spicy tomato juice, such as V-8 or Bloody Mary mix 1 1/2 teaspoons salt 1/4 teaspoon finely ground black pepper 6 whole cloves 2 bay leaves 1 tablespoon sugar…

Jul 31, 2002 — By Patricia Sharpe

KEEPING UP APPEARANCES Like a jet-setter back from a vacation on the Côte d’Azur, the Riviera has reopened after an intensive two-week remodeling job looking not just rested but ten years younger. The exterior of the old-guard Dallas restaurant has been painted butter yellow, new fabrics brighten banquettes and chairs,…

Jul 31, 2002 — By Texas Monthly

W. K. Stratton's new book, Backyard Brawl, dissects the football feud between the state's two largest universities.

Jul 31, 2002 — By elyseashburn

Former Lufkin High School starting quarterback Reggie McNeal talks about motivation, recruiting and playing ball at Texas A&M.

Jul 31, 2002 — By lindseystanberry and Tiffany Welsh

In Texas, high school football is a Friday night religion. How much do you know about your faith?

Jul 31, 2002 — By Texas Monthly

Love Creek Orchards

Jul 31, 2002 — By Patricia McConnico

At the Mack Brown Women's Clinic on football, no men are allowed. Females ask tough questions, learn about offensive strategy, and have a ball.

Jul 31, 2002 — By Patricia Sharpe

Chef Michael Marshall creates a light dessert that is not as sweet as you would think.

Jul 31, 2002 — By Wyatt McSpadden and Trevor McSpadden

Wyatt McSpadden and his son Trevor talk about the logistics of getting football heroes together for the perfect photograph.

Jul 31, 2002 — By Texas Monthly

Senior editor Brian D. Sweany talks about this month's cover story, "Horns Aplenty."

Jul 31, 2002 — By Texas Monthly

Adapted from a recipe by Texas cookbook author Helen Corbitt.

Jul 31, 2002 — By Texas Monthly

2 cups flour 4 tablespoons sugar 1/2 teaspoon salt 2 1/2 teaspoons baking powder 5 tablespoons vegetable shortening zest of 1 orange, grated or finely chopped 1/2 cup milk 1/2 cup orange juice Preheat oven to 425 degrees. Sift dry ingredients together. Cut…

Jul 31, 2002 — By Texas Monthly

Margaret Moffette Lea Houston

Jul 31, 2002 — By Stephanie DiCapua

UT spirit has been alive and kicking since the University of Texas was founded. Discover the colorful history behind some of the UT traditions, from Bevo to "The First Battle."

Jul 31, 2002 — By Patricia Sharpe

RED ALL OVER Medina is minuscule—one main street, a couple hundred residents, a dozen or so stores—but during the International Apple Festival on Saturday, August 3, the town will be happily overrun by apple bobbers, bagpipers, balloon blowers, puppeteers, clowns, arts and crafts sellers, and 18,000 visitors. In midsummer, apples…

Jan 20, 2013 — By Texas Monthly

8 ounces cream cheese, softened 1/4 cup confectioners’ sugar 1/8 teaspoon cinnamon 1 tablespoon lemon juice 1 quart fresh strawberries Using an electric mixer, combine first 4 ingredients in a mixing bowl and beat until smooth; cover and refrigerate. Clean and hull strawberries (holes should be…

Jan 20, 2013 — By Texas Monthly

Miriam "Ma" Ferguson

Jan 20, 2013 — By Texas Monthly

Pasta With Vinaigrette 1/2 cup olive oil 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar 2 tablespoons lemon juice 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 tablespoon finely chopped assorted herbs (your choice of fresh basil, oregano, tarragon, rosemary, etc.) kosher salt and freshly ground…

Jan 20, 2013 — By Texas Monthly

1 cup unsalted butter, softened 1 cup sugar 1 cup brown sugar 2 eggs, lightly beaten 1 teaspoon baking soda 1 teaspoon salt 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 2 cups pecan pieces 4 cups flour Using an electric mixer, beat butter with sugar…

Jan 20, 2013 — By Texas Monthly

Orlene Walton Sayers

Jan 20, 2013 — By Texas Monthly

Cake 1 cup unsalted butter, softened 2 cups granulated sugar 6 eggs, separated 2 teaspoons lemon zest 1 teaspoon lemon extract 3 cups cake flour 1 teaspoon baking soda 1 teaspoon salt 1 cup plain yogurt, whole or lowfat Preheat oven to…

Jul 31, 2002 — By Katy Vine

THE GREAT INDOORS Kids’ late-summer doldrums usually leave them particularly restless. They become prone to manic behavior—fads flourish, fixations blossom, expectations intensify. But as any well-informed individual between the ages of five and ten knows, nothing is more anticipated this month than the premiere of Spy Kids 2: The Island…

Jul 31, 2002 — By Patricia McConnico

ANALYZE THIS Ever wonder how a rat can see in the dark? Well, this month you can attend some eye-popping exhibits around the state that will satisfy even the most inquisitive minds, and you don’t have to have a Ph.D. in biology to appreciate them. “Animal SuperSenses” at Galveston’s Moody…

Jul 31, 2002 — By Eileen Schwartz

LEAVE IT TO DIVA What do Cher and Dolly Parton, two of the most recognizable performers in the world—one for her outlandish outfits and the other for her, well, smile—have in common? Not much—on the surface, that is. Other than the obvious (they are both singers, actors, and blondes; yes,…

Jul 31, 2002 — By Michael Hall

‘TIS THE SEASON As the World Cup reminded us, soccer, where you kick the ball up and down the field, is really football. But when Americans talk about football, we mean more than feet. We mean hands, arms, heads; we mean hard-hitting blocks, bubbly cheerleaders, marching bands. We mean spectacle.

Jul 31, 2002 — By Jeff McCord

After pursuing solo careers, the members of the Flatlanders have reunited and released the long-anticipated CD Now Again. Was it worth the wait?

Jul 31, 2002 — By Jan Jarboe Russell

Right with his party, wrong with his religion: where God and government intersect for Rick Perry and Tony Sanchez.

Jul 31, 2002 — By Kathryn Jones

Dallas billionaire Sam Wyly is gearing up for another battle in his war with Computer Associates. This time he may have the firepower to win.

Jul 31, 2002 — By Paul Burka

Free advice for the UT System's new chancellor.

Jul 31, 2002 — By Mike Shea

Kathy Hepinstall is one of four underappreciated Texas writers you should be reading this summer.

Jul 31, 2002 — By Jim Atkinson

What is the safest way to dispose of a diseased cow carcass—and what does it have to do with the Ames strain of anthrax?

Jul 31, 2002 — By John Schwartz

The troubled life of Lee Otis Johnson.

Jul 31, 2002 — By Pamela Colloff

Ethan Hawke on his second career, as a novelist.

Jul 31, 2002 — By S. C. Gwynne

Raymond C. Caballero, El Paso's feisty mayor.

Jul 31, 2002 — By Kinky Friedman

A vacation to die for (almost).

Jul 31, 2002 — By Patricia Sharpe, Patricia McConnico, Eileen Schwartz and Stacy Hollister

Jul 31, 2002 — By Patricia McConnico, Eileen Schwartz and Katy Vine