Over the years, Maudie’s has won awards for its Tex-Mex dishes and fresh-squeezed margaritas. The restaurant is open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner, so you can kick-start your day with a Tex-Mex feast. Maudie’s uses ingredients like organic eggs and all-natural sausage so you can fuel your day right. Don’t worry if you have a late-afternoon hankering for huevos rancheros, because Maudie’s serves breakfast all day. For lunch and dinner, expect staples like tacos, enchiladas, burritos, and fajitas with a Maudie’s twist.

For its health-conscious customers, Maudie’s offers whole wheat tortillas and a “skinny” menu section with mouth-watering selections like chipotle chicken fajitas and skinny Sheryl’s enchiladas with pulled chicken, tomatillo sauce, grilled zucchini, and rice. Maudie’s also features numerous vegetarian dishes and an entire menu of gluten-free options. On nice nights, guests can enjoy the outdoor patio’s pleasant atmosphere.

Maudie’s Hill Country
12506 Shops Parkway
Bee Cave, TX 78738
(512) 263-1116
http://www.maudies.com/
http://www.yelp.com/biz/maudies-restaurant-bee-cave

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“What makes a perfect bite?”

Mimi’s answer is a bit sweet, a bit savory — a surprising combination of tastes and textures. No one does this better than the French, of course, so Mimi’s brings you a variety of French-inspired soups, sandwiches, and snacks. From goat cheese to orange zest, ingredients are sourced from France where possible, sauces are made in small batches, and chefs are trained in traditional techniques.

Locals like much of the retooled menu, singling out the croissants, pies, and desserts for special praise. Service is decent, and while there’s something for everyone here, diners point out that dishes are variably successful depending on your taste. There’s a full bar and reservations are recommended for nights and weekends.

Check Mimi’s site for menu details and location information.

Mimi’s Café
12316 Galleria Circle
Bee Cave, TX 78738
(512) 263-9731
http://www.mimiscafe.com/
http://www.yelp.com/biz/mimis-cafe-bee-cave

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Grilled chicken and steamed vegetables are great, but eating the same meal every day can get boring pretty quickly. If you want to eat healthy meals without constantly making the same few dishes, these creative recipe guides from the NIH might just give you some new ideas:

Fun Family Recipes
Download convenient recipe cards to make planning healthy meals for the whole family easier than ever before. These fun recipes include things like Oatmeal Pecan Waffles and a Quinoa and Black Bean Salad that will keep even your pickiest eaters feeling full and energized.

Keep the Beat Deliciously Healthy Family Meals
This colorful online cookbook contains healthy family breakfasts, lunches and dinners that are simple and delicious. It even includes high-quality photos to help you get a better idea of what each dish should look like.

Visit the NIH website to discover even more healthy recipes!

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