Featuring interesting tidbits on Texas food, restaurants and fiber.
What’s your agri-culture?
By Julie Tomascik Southern hospitality, pride and resilience. It’s the Lone Star State. A culture of its own. But it varies a bit between regions. Agriculturally speaking. Because the Texas farmers and ranchers who grow our food are a diverse bunch. Their crops and livestock come in many shapes and sizes. All dependent on the [...]
Texas Stuffed Shrimp
By Cindy Wennin Vacations and longer days. It's summer. A time for beaches, sunshine and seafood. And the Lone Star State has plenty of all three. But seafood is sometimes overlooked in Texas agriculture. It's a smaller business, but it packs a punch in the flavor department. And did you know Texas is home to its [...]
Creating cheap, colorful summer fun with cornstarch
By Jessica Domel We've hit the dog days of summer, but that doesn't mean the rest of your kids' break has to be ho-hum. In fact, with some every day kitchen items, it can be tons of fun! To make corn putty, you'll need: 1 cup cornstarch 1/4 cup + 1 tablespoon water Food coloring [...]
Six tips for grilling the best burger
By Mike Barnett Tasty, thick and juicy hamburgers. It’s the iconic American food. A favorite at fast food restaurants and backyard get-togethers. And it wouldn’t be the Fourth of July without fireworks lighting up the sky and burgers sizzling on the grill. Whether you’re simply topping it with ketchup or dolling it up with fancy fixins, [...]
Why do farmers farm?
By Michelle Hochstein Hot summer night. A storm rolls in. Heavy downpours. Hail. The farmer fears the worst. And he’s right. His cotton is shredded. Another profit lost. January. Snow on the ground. 15 degrees. A howling wind makes it feel below zero. Hammer in hand, the rancher breaks ice. The cattle have to drink. [...]
