by Eryn Reddell Wingert
Tamales are a holiday tradition in South Texas. Families typically serve homemade or locally purchased tamales on Christmas Eve, but they’re a delicious option throughout the holiday season. Savory flavors include chicken and cheese, spicy pork, cream cheese and jalapeño; sweet varieties include fruit, nuts, and sweet cream cheese. Pro tip when serving tamales: Provide a plate or bowl for the corn husks.
Special to Welcome Home Winter Texan The Upper Valley Art League proudly announces its 90th anniversary, marking nine decades of fostering artistic excellence and community engagement in the Rio Grande Valley. Established in 1935, the group has been a cornerstone of the regional arts scene, celebrating the creative achievements of its members and inspiring generations…
by Eryn Reddell Wingert Photos courtesy of the RGV Quilt Guild Quilts are not just decorative blankets or wall hangings. They hold memories, tell stories and document history. It is the mission of the Rio Grande Valley Quilt Guild to encourage and preserve the art of quilting. “We are trying to keep the art alive…
Special to Welcome Home Winter Texan Treat yourself to a South Padre Island holiday getaway on Texas’ best beach. Kick off the holidays with a four-day, fun-filled weekend for visitors of all ages. Get in the holiday spirit and join us for a special Tree Lighting Ceremony at the South Padre Island Multi-Modal Facility. Enjoy…
The nearly six-foot-tall Big Boots of Mercedes celebrate the city’s deep roots in agriculture, education and handmade Texas bootmaking.
The City of Brownsville is home to a small, but oh-so-worth-a-visit museum, Costumes of the Americas Museum. This little museum offers vibrant exhibits of textiles, accessories, and folk art on a rotating basis, so plan on visiting again and again. Located in the Mitte Cultural District, bookend your stop with a visit to the Brownsville…
Story and photos by Eryn Reddell Wingert It’s a colorful time of year in South Texas. Bougainvilleas are in bloom, birds and butterflies are migrating, and Dia de los Muertos celebrations are plentiful. Dia de los Muertos, or Day of the Dead, is a more positive take on death. Celebrated in Mexico and commemorated November…
