May 1989

Apr 30, 1989 — By Jerry Jeanmard

In some Texas establishments it’s hard to tell the boys’ from the girls’.

Apr 30, 1989 — By Fryar Calhoun

Rice was created to be a “university of the first rank.” Is it? Will it ever be?

Apr 30, 1989 — By Gregory Curtis

Johnny Chan became a champion through nerve and dedication—and every now and then a few good hands.

Apr 30, 1989 — By Gary Cartwright

They were elderly people, flattered by the attention of a nice young man. But sometimes it’s a mistake to depend on the kindness of strangers.

Apr 30, 1989 — By Kinky Friedman, Prudence Mackintosh, Beverly Lowry, John Graves, Elmer Kelton, Bud Shrake, Molly Ivins and Tommy Lee Jones

What do the city of Lubbock, a defunct restaurant, and a submerged neighborhood have in common? They’re all places in somebody’s heart.

Apr 30, 1989 — By Jan Reid

In early 1836, after the fall of the Alamo, a small episode in Texas history revealed an aspect of our character we’d just as soon forget.

Apr 30, 1989 — By Richard Zelade

In most Texas cities, tortilla making is an endangered family business; in Austin, it’s a thriving family rivalry.

Apr 30, 1989 — By Paul Burka

Bad salaries make good politicians.

Apr 30, 1989 — By chriskellyandrews

The ideal caretaker for your children is a warm, nurturing person who brings order to your chaotic life—and drives you up the wall.

Apr 30, 1989 — By janiswilliam

Representative Mike McKinney, the only doctor in the House, is battling for legislation to keep country hospitals alive despite a poor prognosis.

Apr 30, 1989 — By Paul Burka

Why NASA uses old-fashioned computers; Exxon points the finger at the feds over the oil spill cleanup; Jim Wright’s real crime.

Apr 30, 1989 — By Texas Monthly

Rewriting history, bugging the big guys, acknowledging a threat.

Apr 30, 1989 — By Tom Curtis

Houston mayoral candidate Fred Hofheinz has an incumbent and a rumor to defeat; Phil DeVries has a singing caterpillar to find; Zavala County must make a private prison pay its way; and Lori Johns is out to prove she’s the best woman on the drag strip.

Jan 20, 2013 — By Texas Monthly

Mousse with Sponge Cake Juice of 1/2 lemon 3/4 to 1 cup white wine 4 egg yolks 1/8 cup sugar 8 pieces gelatin leaves (or 2 packages gelatin), dissolved in 2 to 4 tablespoons warm water 1 quart heavy cream, whipped 1 sponge cake…

Jan 20, 2013 — By Texas Monthly

Crust 2 cups all-purpose flour 10 tablespoons unsalted butter 1/4 cup sugar 3 egg yolks 1 tablepsoon cream 3 drops vanilla extract Filling 9 eggs 1 1/2 cup sugar 1 1/2 cup heavy cream Juice and zest of 2 lemons and 2…

Jan 20, 2013 — By Texas Monthly

Salmon 2 tablespoons lemon-thyme leaves 1 teaspoon freshly cracked white pepper 1 clove garlic, minced 1 tablespoon snipped basil 4 seven-ounce boneless salmon filets, 1 1/2 inches thick 2 tablespoons olive oil Combine thyme, pepper, garlic, and basil. Rub mixture evenly into filets, and marinate…

Jan 20, 2013 — By Mary Malouf

Dutch-born Victor Gielisse experiments with a world of culinary influences in his Dallas restaurant, mixing in everything from Cajun and Italian classics to lessons learned at moeder’s knee.

Jan 20, 2013 — By Texas Monthly

Pork Loin 12 seven-ounce center cuts of fresh boneless pork loin 2 cups smooth apricot jam 1/2 cup balsamic vinegar 1/2 cup olive oil 1 heaping tablespoon brown sugar 4 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce 2 cups finely sliced onions 4 cloves garlic, minced…

Jan 20, 2013 — By Texas Monthly

Finishing the hat.

Jan 20, 2013 — By Texas Monthly

Chocolate Génoise 4 large eggs, at room temperature 1/2 cup each of sugar and flour 1 tablespoon cocoa powder 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted Mix eggs and sugar 1 minute in bowl set in warm water. Whip on high until fluffy. Combine flour and cocoa; fold in.