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Day Trips: OroBianco Italian Creamery, Blanco
Blanco creamery is the first in the state to serve water buffalo gelato and it’s a summer treat
Gerald E. McLeod
Gerald E. McLeod joined the Chronicle staff in November 1980 as a graphic designer. In April 1991 he began writing the “Day Trips” column. Besides the weekly travel column, he contributed “101 Swimming Holes,” “Guide to Central Texas Barbecue,” and “Guide to the Texas Hill Country.” His first 200 columns have been published in Day Trips Vol. I and Day Trips Vol. II.
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Day Trips & Beyond: June Events Roundup
The bats are back and we’ve got several places to see them
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Day Trips: Singing Water Vineyards, Comfort
This Hill Country winery is saving a creekside table for you
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Day Trips: Cypress Bend Park, Louisiana
Small park is a hidden gem with scenic views on a big lake
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Day Trips: Orsak’s Café, Fayetteville
Small-town diner excels at desserts and friendly service
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Day Trips: Panning for Gold, Llano
Have some summer fun panning for gold in the Llano River
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Day Trips: Kenny & Ziggy’s, Houston
New York City-style delicatessen celebrates 24 years in the Bayou City
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Day Trips & Beyond: May Events Roundup
Let the swings in the May weather carry you away on a day trip
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Day Trips: Palo Pinto Mountains State Park, Strawn
New state park opens the Cast Iron Forest to hikers
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Day Trips: The Boat Bar, Port Aransas
Former ferryboat becomes Port A’s newest floating saloon
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Day Trips: 24 Hours in Blanco
Exploring dog-friendly sights of Blanco, Texas, for the day
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Day Trips: Selena’s Bridge, San Antonio
Historic bridge makes a romantic tribute to the Queen of Tejano