My hubby and I went here for a late breakfast and it did not disappoint…read more When we turned off of the main road here in Bandera, it seemed like maybe we were headed the wrong way until we saw all the signs directing where to go. It's pretty much a straight drive. It quite a ways down the road but just keep going you'll get there. The owners were so friendly. It's really refreshing when the owners come over to your table and really talk to you. They asked us how we heard out their restaurant, where were we from, gave us food recommendations, and were so sweet. Everything served is 100% made from scratch including their famous sourdough bread. The eggs are from their own chickens and the bacon & sausage comes from their own pigs and it was a just fabulous!!! You have to order the bacon...to die for!! I never really order anything to drink besides OJ at breakfast but for some reason I decided to try their grapefruit juice. OMG!!! I've never in my life had anything like that juice!! It was some special type of grapefruit but I can't remember the name of them. It was fresh squeezed & unbelievable. I could've just had a few more glasses of that and been happy lol. It was a deep yellowy-orange, almost the color of OJ. My hubby & I ordered almost the same thing, french toast (made from their homemade sourdough bread), topped with fresh fruit, 2 eggs (mine scrambled, his over easy), I had bacon, he had the sausage crumbles. Holy Moly!!! Just deliciousness all around!!! We bought a round loaf of jalapeño cheddar sourdough to take home and not only was it delicious but it was enormous! If I could make just one suggestion it would be: I did not like the restroom situation. There is only 1 restroom, which is perfectly fine, but there are 2 stalls inside. While I was in 1 stall a man came in and was using the stall next to me. I felt very uncomfortable. Maybe put a lock on the main door so that nobody else can come inside while you're in there??? But other than that we had a fantastic experience. I highly recommend going there if you love great food. Next time we'd like to try lunch or dinner. To the owners: "Thank you so much, we can't wait to come back!"

Once you find it...it's great, off the beaten path. Your GPS will take you down winding roads, over…read morecattle gates and dusty caliche drives! It's quite a lovely restaurant. Everything is harvested on property or nearby. There is a nice outdoor patio when you pull up. You are greeted when you walk in. They give you menus and once you decide, you order from the counter. It's cute inside with a farm store in there as well. Had a patti melt with tallow garlic fries. Yum!!!!

Went on another ride with Bandera Historical Ride and it was great!!! Had some friends come in town…read moreand they had not ridden before but the horses were great and we went on a 45 minute ride down by the river. Perfect weather and great day to do a ride. Madison was the wrangler we met up with. Super company to do a ride with no matter what your skill level is!!! Highly recommend Bandera Historical Rides!!!

What an experience!…read more I try to go horseback riding on every vacation. This place is the best yet! We went for the cowboy breakfast. It was amazing. 1st the horses are beautiful and so well maintained! The staff was phenomenal-- so nice to us and our kids. The food was great and the coffee was outstanding! I absolutely love this place!!!

Now known as the Bandera Farmers Market, we are located at 702 Main St in Bandera. The Bandera…read moreFarmers Market is open every Thursday from 8AM to 11AM (unless the weather is really bad) We offer fresh seasonal vegetables, home made jellies, jams, beeswax soaps, honey, Asian spices and veggies, free range and antibiotic free chicken and duck eggs, and goose eggs when in season. C'mon down and rub elbows. $$

This market is open from April - October and meets Thursdays and Saturdays from 8-11 am in front of…read moreSid's Main Street BBQ. The vendors are very friendly and helpful, offering recipes and advice on how to prepare their produce. The veggies are always fresh - either picked that morning or the day before. The website and facebook page are updated with the current availability. You can find farm fresh eggs, rare Asian vegetables and an assortment of seasonal organic produce.

This is a must-see, hidden gem in Fredericksburg! Jeff is so personable and explains his farming…read morepractices. We were able to pick peaches, beautiful flowers and strawberries. The market has multiple tomato types, peppers, peaches, okra, cantaloupe, and flowers. They will be growing lots of berries and different flowers in the up coming months. If you can make it to this market, you won't be disappointed. This spot feels much more personal than the tourist stands on the side of the road. Friendly dog on site as well.

I just enjoyed a dessert of fresh cream and strawberries freshly picked this morning at Harvest…read moreHill Farm Market. Excellent quality fruit and pleasant picking. Jeff took the time to welcome us and talk to us at length about the berries and his farming efforts. Worth a trip!

What a charming little town Marble Falls is. The drive out to Sweet Berry Farm alone sets the tone…read morewith all the rolling hills and beautiful scenery. Even though we had chilly weather and a little rain, it didn't stop us one bit. We ended up picking close to seven pounds of fresh strawberries and they were so tasty and juicy. The whole experience of walking row by row and picking the perfect berry was so much fun. There's even a helpful little sign explaining how to pick the strawberries properly so they last longer. *Pro tip, leave a bit of the stem on the strawberry as you pick them, they stay fresh longer. We learned that after the fact, but we'll definitely do it right next time. The farm is huge, around 152 acres of expansive land, which was very green, open, and peaceful. It wasn't crowded at all the day we went, which made it even more enjoyable. The kids had a blast. They have a cute little train ride, a fun bouncing area, and plenty of space for the kiddies to run around. The goats were a big highlight for us. You can buy feed for 25 cents a tiny cup, and we went through four pretty quickly - you might want to grab more upfront because they close at 5 and we didn't get a chance to go back for more goat feed. The setup around the goat area was really nice and whimsical, and there's just so much open space to explore and walk and get fresh air. They also have a small gift shop with ice cream and little goodies, which was a nice touch after being out in the fields. Overall, it was such a peaceful, fun, and memorable day. Beautiful views, great atmosphere, and a perfect mix of activities for both kids and adults. We'll absolutely be back. Easily a five star experience.

It's an annual tradition for my daughters and I to go strawberry picking at Sweet Berry Farms. We…read morekept up with our tradition, braved the heat and visited this past weekend. Love that they don't charge entry fees! They provide you with a box for the berries and charge $3.75 per pound. My girls and I had so much fun picking the berries and eating them after! We also love the farm's homemade strawberry popsicles and ice cream - absolutely delicious. They also offer pick your own flowers, a bouncy area, a barrel train ride, and various arts and crafts activities for kids. There are also baby goats to feed! Fun for the whole family and an awesome day trip.

I read that this place is pet friendly. They had a lot of plants that they were selling including…read morebluebonnets as well as planters and other garden items. They also have a store where they sell jams, salsa, and other items. They had a place in the store to try their samples. They have a restaurant to dine and do some wine tasting. We went during spring break. Unfortunately their trail didn't have much flowers blooming.

Finally made the trek over to check out Wildseed Farms. We came across this place accidentally as…read morewe were leaving Enchanted Rock. At that time, there was nothing going on and nothing growing so we decided to come back around when spring was happening. So this time around, definitely more popular, more cars and people wanting to check the place out. Essentially I was expecting this to be more of a field of flowers. But, it's basically that (although there wasn't much of it yet, just some flowers to see) and garden decor, pots, gifts, wine, pickled things, plants and LOTS of wildflower seeds to plant at home. The plants, some were decently priced, most were a little pricier. Just depends on which ones. Majority of the ones we wanted were a little better price wise vs going to home depot, at least we think so! We walked around the adventure trail (since it was free) to get some steps in and have the kids burn some of their energy out while roaming around (minus my toddler, she would want to run away and fast haha so I changed my mind on that idea). The trail itself was open, spacious and a great way to get some fresh air. You can be lucky enough to catch some glimpses of some flowers that could be sprouting out even though there's not much! The shops: they had different types of store fronts, one for food/snack/pickled items alongside a small cafe where you can order beer and wine, another for more accessories, clothing and some planting items too! They had standing wine tasting area near the trail walking area if you want to walk around with some wine. Parking: so much parking, so definitely not to worry although I can image it being more difficult when the flowers really bloom in their field.

Before I even set foot in Texas, Rancho Cortez had already won my heart with their warm and helpful…read moreemails. As a solo traveler visiting the USA for the first time, I had a million questions -- and they patiently answered every single one. By the time I drove up their long, dusty road and caught sight of the charming ranch buildings and heard my first distant neigh, a wave of peace washed over me. I knew I had found something special. My warm welcome included a map to my cabin... which I promptly misread (I have many talents, but navigation is *not* one of them). Thankfully, the wonderful Lisa appeared like a real-life cowboy guardian angel and personally guided me to my cozy cabin. First impression? Spotless. Cool. Authentically Texan. I actually said "wow" out loud -- to no one -- like I was in a commercial. As a true animal lover, I was thrilled to see how well the horses were treated. Guests are encouraged to help groom them, and the wranglers always explain *why* certain things are done -- it's all about respect and care. Whether you're a total beginner or basically Clint Eastwood, they tailor the experience to *you*. Now meet the dream team: Travis, Dawn, Trey, and Cora. Travis and Dawn are the talkers, the entertainers -- always in for a laugh, teasing and challenging each other like true cowboy siblings. Their banter is pure gold, and somehow still leaves space for heartfelt guidance and genuine connection. Trey? He's the quiet cowboy with that dry, perfectly timed humor. When he speaks, you listen -- and when he drops a one-liner, it *lands*. He's got that silent strength vibe going on, and it works. Cora, with her calm and grounding energy, is the soul of serenity. When things get rowdy (and they do), she's the one who gently reins it all in -- the horses love her, and so do the guests. Her presence is like a deep exhale after a long ride. The wranglers feel like a tight-knit family, and you quickly feel part of it. Meals are homey, healthy, and announced by a big ol' bell you'll hear all over the ranch. You'll come running like one of the horses when you hear it. There's always water, coffee, tea, and refreshing drinks during meals, plus your cabin comes with a mini fridge for your own snacks. (The nearest supermarket is about 20 minutes away, but honestly, you won't want to leave.) Between the twice-daily rides, you'll learn to rope like a cowboy, roast smores by the fire, meet the longhorns on a hay ride, or just float in the pristine pool with the sun on your face. My personal favorite spot? A hammock near the dining hall, country music in my ears, goats chilling behind me -- pure bliss. Special shoutout to Miss Katie for the extra riding lessons (worth every penny). The trails are walk-only for safety and horse care, but even as an experienced rider, I never felt bored. They even arranged a more challenging ride when things were quiet -- and let me tell you, there's nothing like the sound of hooves and the warm wind in your ears to remind you you're *alive*. I originally booked one night... I stayed four. The only downside of Rancho Cortez is having to leave. To anyone reading this: whether you're looking for a once-in-a-lifetime adventure or a peaceful place to recharge -- book it. Go. Make memories. Laugh at yourself. Ride a horse. Roast a marshmallow. And let your heart be hugged by the spirit of this magical ranch. Thank you, Rancho Cortez. You deserve every star in the Texas sky. Wendy from Belgium

My family had a blast out here at the ranch. Super family oriented and plenty to do…read more If you are looking for an authentic Cowboy ranch, this is it, and I'm talking people too. Mr. Cortez was the ultimate highlight, a true old school Cowboy with that humor of his. He made my family feel right at home, even sat with them at lunch and hilarious conversation. Surprisingly, reading a couple of the negative reviews are taken WAY out of context and no offense to anyone, but it seems like liberals have a problem with the ranch. Here's a big one for instance, as a woman I felt welcomed and not threatened by safety issues. If you are super sensitive with your feelings just stay at home; Cowboys tell it like it is and that's with any Cowboy ranch. Overall, my nieces and nephew had an amazing family day. It was my nephews birthday. His favorite was roping and sure enough, after his visit with the ranch he now wants a rope to practice with! Thanks again for your mentorship and guidance Mr. Cortez. I'll be sure to have my nephew visit again to show you his roping progress!

We have purchased eggs , chicken wings , chicken thighs and chicken breast from born again farms…read moreand let me be the first to say that the flavor from this chicken is like no other tender and juicy and most importantly some of the best protein money can buy.

From the owner: We specialize in naturally raised chicken and eggs, our chickens are raised using regenerative…read morepractices.

Very fun experience! We were able to do the strawberry picking and ride the tractor train. They…read morealso had games and food for us to try. As well as animals to pet and see!

We spent time here today for our 27th wedding anniversary. It could not have been a more enjoyable…read moreday. Perfect weather. We got to pick fresh blackberries. Walked amongst some beautiful flowers. See 50k Ladybugs be released. It was a wonderful day to spend with my beautiful wife.

I am now ordering my Thanksgiving turkey from Noah's Farm as a new Thanksgiving tradition! Their…read morejuicy deep-fried turkeys are marinated two days beforehand and then deep-fried, ready hot for pick up. I ordered mine for Thanksgiving day at 1230pm and the flavor of the turkey was exceptional. My fiancé felt it was the best Thanksgiving Turkey he's ever had. I agree for me too. I also can't complain about anything from the ordering to the pick-up, their processes were clear and well organized. They know their stuff and have been deep frying turkeys since 1989! Purchasing a deep-fried turkey with Noah's Farm also aids in inspiring causes. Noah's Farm deep-fries around 700 turkeys during Thanksgiving week in order to raise funds to: (F) eed the Hungry; (A)dvocate for Education; (R)each the Lost; and fund (M)edical Ministries in Zimbabwe - FARM. They also deep-fry 200 turkeys for Wounded Warriors at Fort Sam Houston. That's 900 turkeys marinated, deep-fried, and sold to support worthy causes, all in one week. Impressive! Truly, If I could give 10 stars I would.

My husband really wanted to order one of these fried turkeys and I was very skeptical because I had…read morenever heard of Noah's Farm. The process was extremely easy, ordered online picked a pick up time and Al he did was show up and safely drive home with a hot fresh fried Turkey! This bird was so delicious, I can't even explain in words how good it was. We will be ordering a fried Turkey every year for us and one for a wounded veteran.