Food & Drink
January 17, 2024
It’s Slurp Season. Here Are 9 Essential Texas Soups to Keep You Warm and Full.
Steaming stews, beefy broths, and a bonus side of cornbread.
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January 17, 2024
Protecting Lone Star Lands and Waters
Politics & Policy
January 17, 2024
Feds Approve 12 Months of Medicaid Coverage for New Moms in Texas
Medicaid covers half of all births in Texas.
Travel & Outdoors
January 17, 2024
The Mother of Texas State Parks
Melissa Chadwick is the keeper of Mother Neff State Park—a park that started as a family retreat and became the foundation for the state’s hundred-year-old parks system.
News
January 17, 2024
Is the “Ted Cruz Curse” Real? A Texas Monthly Investigation
The Longhorns and the Cowboys got thumped after receiving Cruz’s endorsement. Some say the junior senator is to blame.
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January 17, 2024
Caffeination Station is Brewing Trends in West Texas
A Young Business Owner brings a Sip & Shop to Lubbock.
Travel & Outdoors
January 17, 2024
Chip and Joanna’s New Hotel Is Just One Reason to Visit Waco
The latest Gaines project, Hotel 1928, beckons Magnolia fans with its on-brand decor, thoughtful touches, and excellent location.
BBQ
January 17, 2024
The Barbecue Community Honors John Brotherton With Stories of His Famed Generosity
The owner of Brotherton’s Black Iron Barbecue, in Pflugerville, died this week, leaving a legacy of supporting fellow pitmasters.
Politics & Policy
January 17, 2024
Not Even a Federal Judge Can Make Texas Protect Kids
Nine years ago, U.S. district judge Janis Jack ordered the state to fix its foster care system. Activists say kids are still suffering.
Sports
January 16, 2024
Take a Bow, Jerry—the Dallas Cowboys Flamed Out Again
Cowboys owner Jerry Jones wants all the control over America’s Team—even when it means taking credit for another dreadful playoff exit.
Music
January 16, 2024
Randall King Wants to Honky-tonk All Over the World
The country charts these days are filled with hip-hop rhythms and rock guitars. With Nashville heavy hitters behind him, King plans to flout those trends.
News & Politics
January 16, 2024
The Juror Who Found Herself Guilty
She was pressured into convicting a man she believed was innocent—and was haunted by remorse. Three decades later, she did something about it.
Tacos
January 15, 2024
Taco Palenque Dared to Bring Tex-Mex Tacos South of the Border. Does It Stand a Chance?
When Taco Bell expanded into Mexico in the 1990s and 2000s, it failed miserably. The Laredo-based chain hopes to win people over, but it’s still getting flack over its lack of authenticity.
Music
January 12, 2024
Was Matthew McConaughey Really Bleeding at Zach Bryan’s Austin Gig?
McConaughey and fellow Texas actor Tye Sheridan made cameos at the country singer-songwriter’s music video shoot this week.
News & Politics
January 12, 2024
You Can Prep Your Plants, Pets, and Pipes for a Texas Freeze. But What About Your Peace of Mind?
Plants covered, pets inside, pipes wrapped, and faucets dripping. A calm and confident attitude? Harder won.
Tacos
January 12, 2024
San Antonio Should Stop Worrying and Learn to Accept Austin’s Tacos
A taco media battle has raged since 2016, with the Alamo City constantly on the defensive. Eight years in, I suggest a different tactic.
Travel & Outdoors
January 11, 2024
Shhhhh! The Official State Mushroom of Texas Is Hissing.
The Texas star—our official state mushroom—puts on a show every winter.
Food & Drink
January 11, 2024
A Texan Has Been Named Restaurant Editor for Food & Wine Magazine
Austin-based Raphael Brion has been practicing for this gig much of his adult life. And he’s an equal fan of breakfast tacos and crêpes flambé.
Film & TV
January 11, 2024
Why Are So Many ‘Love Is Blind’ Contestants Suing the Show?
Multiple veterans of the Netflix dating show, including two from its Houston season, have filed lawsuits claiming negligence, sexual harassment, and illegal nondisclosure provisions.
Texas History
January 11, 2024
Felix Longoria Died a Hero in World War II. Then His Texas Hometown Refused to Host His Memorial.
His family fought back—and made a lasting impact on the fight for Mexican American rights.
BBQ Joint Reviews
January 11, 2024
This Pakistani-Texan BBQ Joint Impresses With Its Halal-ish Menu
Pitmaster Zain Shafi, another gold-star alum of Goldee’s, opened his own Fort Worth truck, Sabar BBQ, that exemplifies patience.
Business
January 10, 2024
A Hard Landing for a Houston News Nonprofit
Seven months after its official debut, a billionaire-funded media start-up just fired its editor and top investigative reporter. What’s next for Houston Landing?
Style & Design
January 10, 2024
First Look: San Antonio’s Most Famous Horse Stable Is Now a State-of-the-art Music Venue
Stable Hall, the former home of the Pearl Brewery’s draft horses, is ringing in a new era as an opulent performance space.
Style & Design
January 10, 2024
The 2024 Texas Monthly In/Out List
Here’s to a year with less Ted Cruz at sporting events and more goats as landscapers.
Politics & Policy
January 10, 2024
Houston Evictions Are Skyrocketing. One Court Is Testing a Solution.
Last year, one in every ten Harris County renters faced losing their home. A new program aims to connect tenants with resources.
BBQ Joint Reviews
January 10, 2024
This Eagle Pass Pitmaster Left Competition BBQ Behind to Focus on His Upgraded Joint
Jorge "Choche" Flores II brings his winning ribs, brisket, and chicken to a new permanent location where his whole family works.
Sports
January 9, 2024
C. J. Stroud, DeMeco Ryans, and the Houston Texans’ Turnaround
How a first-year head coach and rookie quarterback led Texas’s second NFL franchise out of the AFC South basement and into the playoffs.
Critters
January 9, 2024
Kestrels Are Disappearing. Here’s Where to See These “Small but Fierce” Falcons in Texas.
They flock to our state every winter and are a joy to watch.
News & Politics
January 8, 2024
Fire, Ice, and Wind: Texans Brace for Impact as Severe Weather Swallows the State
Whether it’s a Panhandle blizzard, a Houston thunderstorm, or a South Texas fire hazard, no matter where you are in Texas, there’s no escaping the chaos.
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January 8, 2024
South Padre Island Is Your Family Spring Getaway
If you’re searching for a family spring getaway in 2024 that will create memories you’ll treasure for decades, look no further than South Padre Island.
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January 8, 2024
Protecting Iconic Texas
If you’ve ever scrambled to the top of Enchanted Rock, that massive speed bump of pink granite that rises from the Hill Country north of Fredericksburg, you’ve explored land protected by The Nature Conservancy in Texas (TNC).
News & Politics
January 5, 2024
Are Texas’s Abnormally Warm Winters the New Normal?
During the height of Texas’s unbearably hot summer a few months ago, I told you all how excited I was for winter. The period of June through August—when temperatures reached the triple digits and it was impossible to step outside without breaking a sweat—was a true test of my
Ken Paxton Watch
January 5, 2024
Paxton Watch: After a “Swatting” Incident at His House, the AG Called Out His Political Opponents—but Does It Add Up?
The beleaguered attorney general blamed House Speaker Dade Phelan for “doxxing” him, but he failed to mention that the address contained in the impeachment materials Phelan released was for Paxton’s residence in another city.
BBQ Joint Reviews
January 5, 2024
Despite Serving Smoked Meats, F1 Smokehouse Shies Away From Being Called a BBQ Joint
It’s true that the Fort Worth restaurant could work on its brisket and ribs, but it’s got potential to be competitive in the flourishing local scene.
Style & Design
January 4, 2024
Your 2024 Texas Horoscope
Fernie Salinas, who runs McAllen’s Golden Mirror Fortunes, reads our stars.
Energy
January 4, 2024
German Activists Take Aim at Texas Natural Gas
An overseas nonprofit brought journalists to Port Arthur to expose their homeland to the environmental effects of our state’s fossil fuel exports.
BBQ Joint Reviews
January 4, 2024
The Only BBQ Joint in Terlingua Got a Massive Upgrade
DB’s Rustic Iron BBQ operated from a trailer until two years ago. The brick-and-mortar space has an expanded menu, impressive views, and, most important, “pristine bathrooms.”
Tacos
January 3, 2024
A Houston Bishop Squabbles With the New York Times Over a Saucy Crossword Clue
While I admire the fervor the Episcopal bishop has for Tex-Mex, his insistence that “taco sauce” isn’t a part of it makes me think, “Let it go, dude.”
TM BBQ Club
January 3, 2024
January 2024 Pit Perks
Available exclusively to TM BBQ Club members.
Style & Design
January 3, 2024
The Defined Dish’s Alex Snodgrass Recommends These Six Items for New Cooks
Even though the Dallas-based blogger has a legion of loyal followers and New York Times best-selling cookbooks, relatability and keeping it simple are the hallmarks of her brand.
Sports
January 2, 2024
The Texas Longhorns’ Winning Culture Is Built to Last Beyond This Season
After bowing out of this season’s national semifinals, the Texas Longhorns expect sustained success under head coach Steve Sarkisian.
Politics & Policy
January 2, 2024
The Texas GOP Civil War Is Messier Than Anyone Expected
Politicians have labeled the battle over Ken Paxton’s impeachment as one between centrists and the far right. It’s not, according to our analysis of legislators’ voting records.
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January 2, 2024
Fourteen Texas Wines Struck (Double) Gold
See what Texas wines stood out at the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo™ 2024 Rodeo Uncorked!® International Wine Competition.
Travel & Outdoors
January 2, 2024
A Texan’s Guide to Santa Fe
The New Mexico capital has enchanted generations of Texans. Here’s where to stay, eat, and explore.
BBQ
December 29, 2023
My Favorite Texas-Style Barbecue Trays of 2023
As I traversed the country in search of Texas-style barbecue this year, I found the Texas Trinity and other staples done extremely well at these 20 joints.
Style & Design
December 28, 2023
How a Teenage Dance Crew Is Changing the DNA of Quinceañeras
Meet the Ab Boyz: professional quince cadets primed for the TikTok generation.
December 28, 2023
December 2023 Reader Quiz: What Did You Learn?
You’ve had all month to read the latest issue of Texas Monthly. Take this monthly quiz and we’ll tell you how you stack up at the end.And if you got this quiz from a friend: Hello! We hope you enjoy it. If you do: become a subscriber today, and we’ll send
Food & Drink
December 28, 2023
With Its Recent Move, Houston’s La Griglia Is More Glamorous—and Exclusionary
The Italian restaurant was the spot where the upper crust dined with regular folks. After it was bought by Tilman Fertitta and relocated, it lost some of its charm as well as its less-well-off regulars.
Being Texan
December 28, 2023
To Celebrate 50 Years, We Asked What You Love About Texas. Here’s What You Said.
We took a pop-up phone booth across the state and collected voicemails about what makes Texas special, then turned those responses into an animated video.
Tacos
December 27, 2023
The Austin Taco Trail
Specialized taquerias and modernist Mexican restaurants offer more choices than ever before.