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Made with Pride in Texas

July 20, 2016

Thank you to Ozarka for sponsoring this post. All opinions are my own.

Hey friends, Texas and countrywide!!  Do you love the great state that you live in?  I know that I love being a Texan.  I wouldn’t trade Texas for any other place in the world!  I’d love to know why my fellow Texans love living here.  Be sure to tell me in the comments section below.  In the meantime, I’m going to share some of the MANY reasons that I love being a Texan.

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I came to Texas in 1988 for college and never looked back.  I currently live in the Dallas Forth Worth area.  I’ve been in this area since 1991.  I started in Dallas and gradually moved farther and farther west through the years.  I love exploring the area, especially on lazy weekend days.  There’s literally always something to do here, rain or shine, hot or cold.  One of my all time favorite things to do is to explore the local Farmers Markets in search of locally grown fruits, vegetables and handmade products.

Texas Farmers Market

Grapevine, Texas Farmers Market on a Saturday morning

Grapevine Farmer's Market

I discovered some delicious cheese at this booth

products made in Texas

I love buying products made in Texas

Ozarka® Brand Natural Spring Water

Ozarka® Brand Natural Spring Water – Never leave home without it!!

Ozarka® Brand Natural Spring Water is what we see most often on the shelves here in Texas.  Ozarka® water comes from 3 Texas springs and has a uniquely Texan fresh taste.  I rarely drink anything other than water, with the exception of my one daily dose of caffeine.

Ozarka spring water

I always pack a cooler filled with Ozarka to stay hydrated on the go

I was lucky to receive a box filled with products to sample that were all made right here in Texas.

made in Texas

Texas Monthly magazine named Snow’s BBQ as the best in Texas! Since that time, the entire staff at Snow’s BBQ has been doing everything possible to keep up with the demand and most important, maintain the quality. With complex Texas flavor, Snow’s Original BBQ Sauce is excellent on any cut of beef, chicken, or pork. It’s just as good as a dipping sauce as it is a marinade or brush-on sauce during the last minutes of grilling.  I personally love putting it on a baked potato.

The Jelly Queens is an award-winning, Dallas and Austin-based artisan food company that makes gourmet jams, jellies, spices, sauces and more. Each product is handmade in small batches using organic and, whenever possible, locally grown Texas ingredients. The Jelly Queens was born out of a love for sustainable food, delicious flavors and words of encouragement.

Yellowbird Sauce makes totally natural, spicy pepper condiments. Made with ♥ in Austin, Texas. These are the most delicious, most versatile, most satisfying condiment that will ever hit your lips! Yellowbird Sauce goes great on tacos, burgers, wings, sushi, pasta, steak, fish, eggs, pizza, soup….anything you can think of!

Sweet & Spicy Mustard Seeds from Taste Elevated are little flavor-packed pearls are absolutely addicting. We cook them to make them just tender enough to burst in your mouth. Then we add a little sweet and a little heat. Add them to a charcuterie tray to surprise your guests, use as a condiment–any place you use mustard (you’ll love it on bbq sandwiches and hot dogs), pair with main dishes–terrific with meatloaf, use in homemade vinaigrettes!

Food products from Texas

Chips and Queso anyone?!  This is a favorite snack in the Hamilton household!!  Paqui is  a “better-for-you” brand of tortilla chips and tortillas. Paqui is an Aztec word that means “to be happy.” Paqui sells great tasting tortillas and tortilla chips that are crafted with unbleached, untreated flour, or by stone grinding corn and adding mouth-watering flavors using high-quality ingredients, such as fire-roasted jalapenos, fresh cilantro leaves, buttermilk, pumpkin and other spices and flavors.

Cookwell & Company’s Queso con Salsa Escabeche is built around a flavorful blend of cheddar and blue cheeses combined with fire-roasted tomatoes, onions, diced jalapeños, and fresh-squeezed lime juice to create simply the best and authentic queso you can buy. Cookwell & Company is located in the heart of Austin, Texas. These guys wear boots to work and boast three grills and a smoker at their office.

So tell me, what do you love about living in Texas?  For those of you who live elsewhere, I’d love to know what you love about your state!

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  1. nichole says

    July 20, 2016 at 12:42 pm

    as a californian, I feel like we have to fight about salsa now.

    Reply
    • Stacie says

      July 20, 2016 at 3:12 pm

      LOL! Salsa’s a favorite of mine for sure! Stacie xo
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  2. Chelsea says

    July 20, 2016 at 2:21 pm

    I absolutely LOVE buying local and going to farmer’s markets!! They’re my fave!

    Reply
    • Stacie says

      July 20, 2016 at 3:10 pm

      Same! Stacie xo
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  3. Emily Draher says

    July 20, 2016 at 5:58 pm

    What a fun post! I am a Midwest girl through and through – born and raised in Ohio! And I love it here! <3

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  4. Nina says

    July 20, 2016 at 7:13 pm

    I try to buy local as much as possible too! There is something wonderful about supporting your local economy. <3

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  5. CosmetopiaDigest says

    July 21, 2016 at 1:47 am

    I love farmers’ markets – they’re the best way to pick up healthy produce. I have a sudden craving for a dozen condiments after seeing this post.
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  6. Katie Garvin says

    July 21, 2016 at 7:30 am

    My dad always talks of moving to Texas one day, and wouldn’t be surprised if he did one day! I’ve never really visited there yet, though. I’ve been to the DFW airport several times for connecting flights, but never stopped to explore. Hope to one day!

    Reply
  7. Stacie says

    July 21, 2016 at 2:45 pm

    I live in Florida, and it will always be the state for me. I’m fifteen minutes from the beach, it doesn’t get brutally cold, and I can grow a wide range of tropical plants and fruits. I love it! Your spread here looks delicious, I really want to try that Yellowbird sauce myself!

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    • Stacie says

      July 21, 2016 at 9:51 pm

      I grew up in Florida and loved living by the beach! The Yellowbird hot sauce is amazing, btw! Stacie xo
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  8. Honeygirlk says

    July 21, 2016 at 5:37 pm

    Yes, I am all about buying local and love supporting small and local businesses and if I were in Texas, I would be shopping up because I love going on vacation and trying things that are from that part of the town, etc. So much fun and lots of exploring make Honey a happy gal.
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    • Stacie says

      July 21, 2016 at 9:52 pm

      I’m thinking we’re all just a little bit jealous of your state girl!! But if you ever come to Texas you’re welcome at my home and I’ll take you shopping! Stacie xo
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  9. Jenny Travens says

    July 22, 2016 at 5:35 am

    I think now i definitely wanna visit texas 🙂

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    • Stacie says

      July 22, 2016 at 12:37 pm

      You should! It’s a great place!! Stacie xo
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  10. Jenne - Polished Pathology says

    August 4, 2016 at 8:26 am

    I live in MN now, but South Dakota will always be my home. The Black Hills are so amazing!

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    • Stacie says

      August 4, 2016 at 11:02 am

      I’ve never been there but I bet it’s gorgeous! Stacie xo
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  11. Michaela - The Mani Café says

    August 6, 2016 at 3:00 pm

    would love to try some of these!

    Reply
  12. susan schneider says

    October 24, 2017 at 1:03 am

    My pick of Texas products is Mrs. Renfro’s Garlic Salsa. My husband is a Texan, so we go through a lot of salsa!

    Reply
  13. barbg says

    October 29, 2017 at 1:34 pm

    These products look really good hope they find their way to Indiana from Texas.

    Reply

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