May 17, 2007

The Weekend Guide

What to Do This Weekend

Ready to head for the Hill Country? Wimberley awaits.

TRADE
For the Perfect Pair
What: Barter your old boots for a vintage, custom-made, or even new pair.
Why: Two’s company.
When: Thurs.-Mon., 10 a.m.-5 p.m.; Tues. & Wed., by appointment only.
Where: The Wild West Store, 13709 RR 12, Wimberley (512-847-1219).

RELAX
Under the Stars
What: BYO blanket and watch your favorite movies for only $4.
Why: Sky’s the limit.
When: Sunset, Fri.-Sun.
Where: The Corral Theatre, 100 Flite Acres Rd., Rocky River Ranch, Wimberley (512-847-5994).

STOP
And Smell the Lavender
What: Wander through a huge field of the aromatic plants and pick your own.
Why: You get all the good dirt.
When: Fri. & Sun., noon-5 p.m.; Sat., 10 a.m.-5 p.m.
Where: Rough Creek Lavender Fields, 401 Burnet Ranch Rd., Wimberley (512-847-2888).

GET
A Taste of Europe
What: A traditional Italian family farm with an olive orchard, winery, and vineyard.
Why: Bellissimo!
When: Thurs.-Sat., 10 a.m.-5 p.m.; Sun., noon-4 p.m.; Mon.-Wed., by appointment only.
Where: Bella Vista Ranch, 3101 Mt. Sharp Rd., Wimberley (512-847-6514).

SAMPLE
Local Cuisine
What: Try dishes like the chicken fried chicken, pesto portabello sandwich, and black bean taco.
Why: Spice things up a bit.
When: Tues.-Sat., 7:30 a.m.-9 p.m.; Sun., 7:30 a.m.-3 p.m.
Where: Cypress Creek Cafe, 320 Wimberley Sq., Wimberley (512-847-2515).