Friday, July 01, 2011
Exploring Bastrop, Texas
Bastrop is one of those sleepy little towns that has done an excellent
job of preserving their heritage (it doesn't hurt to be on the Colorado
River and within 30 minutes of Austin either). Over 130 buildings in
town have historic markers. Bastrop is one of the oldest towns in Texas.
First inhabited by settlers in the 1830s, the town blossomed along the
Colorado River. 
Besides
the antiques and touristy shops and plenty of things to do outdoors
(there is the Colorado River and four parks within a stone's throw),
there are lots of great eating places. My first thoughts were BBQ, but
the wife wanted lighter fare so we opted for homemade food at Maxine's. 
Had a tasty burger with lots of ice water served from Mason jars
(it's hot out there), with homemade coconut cream pie to round out the
meal. Photos and memorabilia line the walls of simpler times. An old
bicycle hangs over the doorway. By the kitchen are three cast iron
skillets sized from small to large. The first one says "1st Warning."
The mid-sized one states "Attitude Adjuster." The large one, the size
that my Mom uses for making buttermilk biscuits says "Final Results."
More
to come tomorrow on our visit to the incredible antique car musuem (like
our Facebook page
to see photos) just down the road.
Read about our new feature on the 9e
Ranch B&B just 10 miles from Bastrop.
On a separate
note, we are looking to re-add comments on the blog in the coming
months. We had it years ago but had spammers. Looking to utilize a new
system to take care of.