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Matt’s Pick This Week goes to A Few Too Many!
Shows this weekend:
Thursday, March 11th
Kevin Dean at Harry’s Tinaja in Alpine, 8:00 PM.
Ted Arbogast at Starlight Theater in Terlingua, Texas, 8:00, PM
Friday, March 12th
Open Mic Night at Harry’s Tinaja in Alpine, 8:00 PM.
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If you’re in the Big Bend and looking for a great steak your first stop should be at the Longhorn Steakhouse. The servers will welcome you like an old friend as the atmosphere of the Old West works its way into your heart and the smell of sizzling steak works its way into your nostrils. If you don’t feel like steak, fill up on Texas favorites like:
Dry-rubbed, Mesquite-smoked Cabrito
Pork Spareribs (the only restaurant in the area that serves them daily)
Authentic West Texas Barbecued Brisket, Chicken and Sausage
The Best and Freshest Salad Bar in the Big Bend
Call (432) 837-3217 to make your reservations.
Your Choice steak will be grilled perfectly to order and accompanied with traditional sides like homemade mashed potatoes or steak fries. Stop in and have a ribeye, tenderloin or sirloin. If you’re looking for an authentic Western experience, stop by and see us, our backroom is perfect for hosting parties and events. Also, if you are a firefighter, schoolteacher or postal carrier come by and get our 10% civil service discount. That’s our way of showing our appreciation for your hard work.
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West Texas Weekly continues to help you make great choices in West Texas dining. Here’s the best Alpine, Texas pizza.
Here in Alpine, Pizza Night used to be once a week, but now you can get delicious hand-tossed pizza at La Trattoria every night along with their pasta and seafood dishes. They are celebrating ten years of excellent service with 10% discounts! Just tell them that West Texas Weekly sent you.
UPDATE: Stop by Dona’s NEW LOCATION at 106 W. Sul Ross Suite C in Old Town Square between Morrison’s True Value and Reata.
These 10 buses and 35 Customer Care Vehicles demonstrate Farmers’ dedication to its customers. It also demonstrates that some insurers have learned the lessons of Katrina and are ready to go the extra mile.
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If you are an Alpine Chamber of Commerce member, stop by her office at 1201 N 5th St in Alpine and receive a free promotional premium as part of the Chamber to Chamber program.
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Big Bend dining is a specialty at West Texas Weekly. I strongly recommend the Mural Cafe. Stop in for brunch on Sundays or for lunch during the work week. I had a turkey panini that was nutritious and very tasty (it had a fresh olive tapanade that took it from yummy to sublime). Also, they are serving healthy, tasty Bison Burgers during home games by the Big Bend Cowboys.
“We’ll get fresh with you” Fresh Baked – Fresh Chopped – Fresh Made
We’re a new choice in organic dining here in Alpine, Texas.
Call them at 432.837.3400. Stop by at 104 N. 5th St. in Downtown Alpine. Check out their website.
We use organic & local ingredients when available
We recycle & use recycled products
We filter our drinking & beverage water
We unplug our electric appliances (except refrigeration) at end of day
We donate food to local food banks
We compost
Breakfast & Lunch Wednesday-Saturday Evenings available for private dining or rental Special events scheduled throughout the year
Breakfast Trays – Box Lunches – Party Platters
Ask about our artisan breads & desserts
The Purple Zone, at 710 E. Holland Ave. #1 in Alpine is the Big Bend’s only source for the tobacco accessories such as hookahs, vaporizers and cigarette lighters. It’s the only smoke shop in Texas’s Big Bend. It’s also a great place for clothing, lingerie, body jewelry and other gifts. It is the Big Bend’s only source for personal massagers and other marital aids. They also have an extensive selection of adult DVDs.
You can reach them at (432) 837-5090. Stop by 710 E. Holland Avenue here in Alpine.
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Join me as I take a tour with Mimi of La Posada Milagro Guesthouse and Casitas in Terlingua.
La Posada Milagro is situated just above the Terlingua Ghostown with wonderful views of the mountainous region. The guest check-in and coffee shop is in the heart of the Ghostown, check out the video for a look inside! Click for more…
A new Vintage clothing and decor store has opened in Alpine. Take a quick tour by video. Johanna is active in local political affairs; she serves on the Alpine City Council. Here she explains the idea behind the store:
Stop by at 113 E. Holland Ave. in Alpine, Texas. You can reach the store at (432) 837-5736. Click for more…
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