Wishing all the moms out there a wonderful day!

You dream of places like Two Saints Baking Company. In the morning, the coffee is rich, hot, and comes quick. Need a special pick-me-up? There’s a full espresso bar with blended drinks, as well as breakfast sandwiches. At lunch there are big salads, freshly prepared soups, and sandwiches with house-roasted meats. And all day there are cookies, cakes, pies, and other sweets to make you smile and ruin your diet.

Everything is made on-site, and locals are almost unanimous in their praise, calling service and execution first-rate. It’s a bit pricey — cookies can be as much as $1.75 each — but this speaks to Two Saints’ being a small family business, and regulars say it’s more than worth it.

Check the bakery's site for hours, menus, events, and catering information.

Two Saints Baking Company
13011 Shops Parkway #600
Bee Cave, TX 78738
(512) 263-1166
http://www.twosaintsbakingcompany.com/
http://www.yelp.com/biz/two-saints-baking-co-and-cafe-bee-cave

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Schmidt Family Barbecue is built on 75 years of tasty family tradition. The menu consists of straightforward Texas-style barbecue favorites like beef brisket, boneless prime rib, pulled pork, beef ribs, and spare ribs. In addition to the staples, they offer alternative selections like smoked turkey breast and fresh-made jalapeño cheese sausage. Round out your meal with a side of baked beans, potato salad, crisp coleslaw, or mac-n-cheese. If you’re in the mood for a little heat, try their spicy version of mac-n-cheese with ham and jalapeños.

Just a short trip from Sendera Barton Creek Schmidt Family Barbecue is open Monday through Saturday from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. and Sundays from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. They also offer catering options for events both big and small. You can even take a style cue from Schmidt Family Barbecue and purchase a hat or a T-shirt.

Schmidt Family Barbecue
12532 FM 2244
Bee Cave, TX 78738
(512) 263-4060
http://schmidtfamilybarbecue.com/index.html
http://www.yelp.com/biz/schmidt-family-bbq-bee-cave

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