We had the absolute best experience at Antonelli's on Saturday. First, everyone in here so…read moreextremely kind. Genuinely proud of what they have to offer and happy to share it with you. Everything we sampled was fantastic. It reminded us of Borough Market in London, getting to sample all the best cheese from all over the world. We went home with cheese from France, Italy, Spain and Missouri! I can't wait to bring family and friends next time they're in town. Kudos to Jakob -- it was his fifth day on the job and he was a pure joy to speak to and learn from!

For the cheese tasting: There was LOTS of cheese! They give you your entire cheese tasting plate at…read morethe beginning and then slowly walk you through the tastings 2-3 at a time. The entire experience lasts about 90 minutes, and they did start a few minutes late. They did a good job describing the cheeses, the other paired snacks, and the wine pairings. They also did a good job choosing a good variety of cheeses and giving good pairings. The table crackers are refilled throughout the tasting, but nothing else on the cheese plate is refilled. The setup was not quite what I expected. There are six tables that seat ~six people, so you're going to be sitting with strangers. You start by going around the room and introducing yourself and your favorite cheese, basically as an ice breaker to meet everyone there. It was a little noisy and not intimate for a 2-person outing. It felt much more like a social gathering, and I think it would be better as a friend meeting, group gathering, or even a team-building activity. It's also a good way to meet strangers if that's what you're looking for. You get a discount on in-store purchases, which is a nice bonus. You can also take your leftovers home, so don't feel compelled to eat the entire plate like I did! The only other issue was that cashing out took a long time at the end because their POS system wasn't working well.

My husband and I have been visiting Flanigans every time we hit Central TX since around 2016--right…read moreafter they opened. Back then it was just the two owners (a married couple). It's delightful how they've grown. Flannigans is clearly a labor of love (for alcohol, architecture, food and Texas history) and the joy of experimentation. Food is great, wine is great, spirits are exceptional. The Texas American Gothic (TAG) is a completely unique experience that needs to spread. TX liquor distributors need to jump on this yesterday. Catch Kevin (one of the owners) at the right time and you just might find yourself in a trivia battle!

Great experience and drinks. The owner is fantastic and well versed in the art of distilling…read morespirits. Well worth the trip to Bertram!

Our first stop for the Wine Lovers Celebration 2026. We arrived just a little after it opened on a…read moreThursday so we were the only customers. We were greeted by a staff member at the door as we were climbing the step and taken to the Speakeasy Tasting Room. I opted for the Red Wine Tasting and my husband opted for the Sweet White Tasting. Service and conversation were good. My husband loved his Sweet Whites. Unfortunately for me, the reds didn't meet my love for BIG BOLD Reds. The red wines were very light and the first 2 too tart for my liking. Everyone has their personal preference. It was definitely worth stopping. Tastings were normally $20 per person and we had purchased Wine Lovers Celebration passport for a couple at $100. If you haven't tried the Texas Wine Passport, it is worth the money.

I had no idea this existed in Johnson City!! Such a beautiful vineyard with a great speakeasy they…read morejust added. It adds a nice layer to the normal vineyard, especially since they have later hours. The flatbread pizza was great. The sommelier was so knowledgeable and helpful. And the best Texas wines I've ever had!

Incredible views, incredible service, good enough food + wine…read more We did a little pit stop after Inks Lake state park and enjoyed the views. We got the fig and prosciutto pizza (had feta and balsamic glaze on top) and it was decent. It would have been better with some arugula on top! It needs a little bit of savory for it to not lean too far into a dessert pizza. Very much appreciated they made the food in-house compared to some of the other wineries in the hill country.

Stacy was a great host for our tasting, and steered us in the direction of awesome pizzas for…read morelunch. The view, even on a cloudy day, was so enjoyable and our first Texas wine tasting visit did not disappoint! We can't wait to return. Loved the wall of funny wine quotes and signs near the restroom and there was even a TV inside to keep up with the football score that day.

Great little place where you can learn to cook like a chef. Fantastic place with all the BBQ…read moresauces and so much more. If you go out back there's a small private lake. Try the food your mind will explode. Super delicious everything you try you'll want to buy it all. Don't forget the wine!

Very quaint It's a shop that sells everything else that all…read morethe other food shops in FBG sell It has a bar It has very tranquil areas to rest The service was good Recommend getting a drink and sitting by the pond

My partner and I took a road trip out to Dripping Springs today to visit TX hill country olive oil…read moreco. The space is beautiful. We signed up for their guided tasting experience which was amazing! So educational and informative. In addition to the special edition olive oils & balsamic vinegars curated for the tasting, we were allowed unlimited samples of their infused flavored olive oils as well, which were absolutely delicious! This place offers quality olive oils and balsamic vinegars at very reasonable prices. We ended up taking home several bottles- their Sola Stella, Terra Verde, & Sicilian olive oils as well as their Traditional Balsamic and Bourbon Balsamic. After the tasting we enjoyed a light lunch at their bistro, which was delightful. Farm to table, fresh food paired with a bottle of Chardonnay made for the perfect end to our experience. Highly recommend!

My wife and I enjoyed the olive oil tasting. Interesting learning a bit about olive oil making and…read morethe history of olive oil. Definitely gave us a better idea of what true olive oil should taste like (most store-bought olive oils are adulterated with seed oil). We also were able to taste three of their specialty balsamic vinegars, which were outstanding. I left with a bottle of their wild cherry balsamic to mix with my next old-fashioned drink at home. Their bistro serves a great menu. We sipped on their tasty wild cherry and peach sangrias (made with their balsamic vinegars) and thought that their lemon caesar salad with chicken was excellent. We might come back here for lunch if we visit the area again.

AMAZING experience! If you're looking for a sign to visit a winery, this is your sign…read more Our wine connoisseur for the day was Matt--you can tell that he's not only passionate about his job, but passionate about ensuring a FANTASTIC visit for his guests. He was very knowledgeable about all-things Hawk's Shadow wine and wine in general. We felt taken care of and were truly immersed in their beautiful Hill Country experience. Could not recommend more! Fantastic staff, fantastic wine, fantastic venue :)

THE BIG: Small batch winery in Dripping Springs. A little off the beatened path but when you get…read morehere, the views are amazing. Plenty of parking in the lot. THE BLACK AND WHITE: We came here on a Sunday afternoon and the place was relatively quiet, which is nice. There is indoor and outdoor seating and if you sit indoors, you can peer and walk down into their limestone cellar! It does smell pretty musty down there so be warned. We got a tasting and Matt curated the wines. We got 2 whites, a rose and a red. Also a bonus pour. The wines were alright, my favorite was the mourvede. Bathroom had a baby changing station which is always nice! THE FINAL BAMBOO: A wine tasting here was around $15 for 4 tastings. Very pretty view and each wine had a good story behind it.

I attended the mezcal and mole tasting experience at the uncorked vintage academia and it was…read morewonderful! I learned a lot about the different types of agave, the art behind creating these spirits, and I got to pair wonderful mezcales (very different from each other) to delicious moles! Oscar, the sommelier that led this was knowledgeable, approachable, and passionate about the topic!

From the owner: The UVA is the first and only Certified Bourbon Establishment by Stave & Thief Society in Austin…read more The only authorized course provider for the Agave Spirits Institute in the United States. The only International Wine and Spirits Guild approved course provider for introductory to advanced Wine & Spirits Sommelier certification courses in the Austin Metro. We love teaching students about wine, spirits, sake, cider, beer, tea, cheese, sushi and chocolate with interactive educational workshops.

THE BIG: Wine store located in the heart of downtown Austin. Perfectly positioned in West 6th with…read morea private lot available for parking. THE BLACK AND WHITE: When walking into the store, it feels like you've stepped into a fridge. What's funnier is that there is a fridge inside the store that's even colder! They have a bunch of great wines for sale and they constantly have a discount bin with some great finds. Staff is very friendly and is always trying to be a helping hand when you're finding your wine. THE FINAL BAMBOO: Highly recommend checking if you're a wine person. Tons of wines to look at, admire, and purchase to celebrate.

A fantastic selection of wines from all different wine regions - Napa, Italy, France, Spain, they…read moreeven have a few Texas wines! You can also find a fair amount of sherry, port and liquor. They keep the store chilled and most wines are stored horizontally. That's when you know they take good care of the wine. I love coming on Saturdays for free wine tastings from 12-3pm. Each week they feature a new winery, region, or producer. The staff is very nice, knowledgeable and willing to help while you shop! There's a mini parking lot next to the store or you can opt to park on the street.

My husband and I participated in the factory floor experience on our anniversary trip to…read moreFredericksburg and it was the favorite thing we did all weekend! This experience is so much more than a tour. It combines a tour with a little bit of education and lots of hands on experiences. The class size is limited so you really get the best experience possible. We started off with a brief intro on making chocolate and different types of chocolate along with some tastings. Then we learned about tempering chocolate, including how to do it at home ourselves, and we got to dip and decorate strawberries. Making caramel pecan turtles came next followed by a lesson on how their chocolate coating machine works. They actually allowed us to run the machine and cover a variety of goodies in chocolate like caramels, graham crackers, and the turtles we made earlier. We learned about their caramel making process then got to participate in making caramel covered popcorn. They plated up a beautiful plate of chocolates that we had made along with decorations they had demonstrated making, which we then were able to pack up and take home with us. This was an all-around wonderful, enjoyable, and unique experience that provided a great change-up from all the wineries and shopping. The staff were all super kind and helpful as well. We highly recommend the factory floor experience at Hill Country Chocolate in Fredericksburg!

Woo, if you're a chocolate lover and looking for a place to indulge, go to this wonderful chocolate…read morefactory and store. What they sell here, they make here. What a glorious place to be! We've been driving around town looking for this place and finally found it. It's not hard - it's just a little out of the main drag of tourists spot, Main St. Find Industrial Loop off 290 and you will get there. Once you get there, the choices are enormous and oh, so tasty! We got here before they opened so we had the place to ourselves. We got to taste their sampler wares and that will whet your choco appetite! We went on a buying spree! Some are gifts but most will be our treat for our taste buds! What a yummy place. As for the service, they are as nice and helpful as they can be. Wow and wow!!