Hot Links
LOCAL HOT LINKS- Compiled and selected with limited commentary by David Beebe
www.hotelpaisano.com - complete with a full bar (like us) this is the historic hotel in town. James Dean and Elizabeth Taylor stayed here during the filming of "Giant". Best fountain in the Big Bend. The restaurant, Jett's Grill, serves dinner 7 nights a week.
www.friendsofmarfalibrary.org - The web portal into Marfa's Public Library, which functions as a Business Center, (free) video rental kiosk, miniature movie theater, internet bar and, of course, an excellent traditional library. Freshly renovated and located a half block from the Post Office on Oak St, if you are here for more than a few days you will need this valuable resource!
www.maiyasrestaurant.com - the third and final full bar in town, Maiya's restaurant is a great place for fine dining in West Texas.
www.marfabrands.com - excellent handmade soaps and stylish border glassware. Locally owned and operated by the marvelous Ginger Griffice. I am a convert to the soaps and I am resistant to change!
www.drdougs.com - Terlingua Therapist and front porch picker Dr Doug and his website of wisdom
www.thegetgomarfa.com - Marfa's specialty grocery store complete with some excellent locally produced goods and produce.
www.ballroommarfa.org - Marfa's premiere non-profit arts organization
www.marfacc.com - Marfa Chamber of Commerce- a great resource for most anything Marfa, actually
www.elcosmico.com - My former home of a year and a half, this beautiful and stylish vintage trailer park/motel also functions as a campground, an arts center and the host of the yearly El Cosmico festival. Brought to you by Liz Lambert, developer of the Hotels San Jose and St Cecilia in Austin. Austin meets the desert!
www.chinati.org - the Chinati Foundation, dedicated to preserving and promoting the works of Donald Judd
www.juddfoundation.org- The Judd family's foundation dedicted also to preserving and promoting the works of Donald Judd.
www.pizzafoundation.com - best pizza in Texas- seriously- plus beer and affordablly priced wine, great salads and calzones
www.fancyponyland.com - fashion, style, gifts and more. Handmade clothing, notions and cowboy snap shirts. Outfitting rock stars worldwide!
www.foodsharkmarfa.com- The FOOD SHARK in Marfa. Best food in town- Adam Bork and Krista Steinhauer rocking the silver truck downtown in the Railroad District since Nov 2006. Check out YouTube under ID marfadome for videos
www.bigbendsentinel.com - Marfa's acclaimed weekly newspaper. Subscribe by mail to get the full complement of local ads, news and culture- it's cheap and a great window into Marfa and the Trans-Pecos. I would say a subscription by mail is a MUST for anyone seriously interested in owning property in or around Marfa. Their online site is good, though, so check it out.
www.westtexasweekly.com - local news and events blog with a sometimes edgy but nearly always very interesting take on things. Good source for alternative events as well.
www.marfapublicradio.org - our local NPR station and West Texas' best Public Radio! I host "The Night Train Express" soul, R&B and more music show every Tuesday night from 11PM to 2 AM. Live streaming online.
www.marfainteriors.com - Interior design, custom pillow tops, custom lamps, fashion and more from the legendary AdrinAdrina!
www.bigbendcoffee.com - home to the best coffee in Texas. We serve it proudly and exclusively at Padre's- 100% certified Fair Trade and Organic, roasted in small batches 5 blocks away, multiple varieties. One of the best things Marfa has to offer and one of the reasons I was able to move here- great coffee!
www.railroadblues.com - the other great music venue in the region! Also, the largest tap and bottled beer selection West of the Pecos. They have been open and rocking the Trans Pecos for many, many years and have hosted every great touring act that has ever come through here. A must-attend for anyone coming to the region for more than a day.
www.marfalist.org - Marfa's kinder, gentler version of Craigslist
www.marfafilmfestival.org - Marfa's nationally recognized Film Festival. Usually occurs over a five day period in early May. Founded in 2007, the first festival was put on in 2008 and generated much fanfare, for many reasons. This is a locally owned and operated festival and they are usually looking for volunteers during festival weekend.
www.marfatable.com - excellent hand-made food for breakfast and lunch on weekdays. Loctaed in dowtown Marfa next door to the Marfa Book Company.
www.marfabookco.com - The Marfa Book Company- our legendary excellent bookstore and much more on Highland Ave. Art exhibits, symposiums, lectures and, of course, books!
www.squeezemarfa.com - sandwiches, paninis, Swedish chocolates and Big Bend Coffee are available at this charming little restaurant across from the courthouse.
www.christophers.net - Home to both Christopher's Dept Store in Marfa and also the Arcon Inn bed and breakfast! Buy a dryer or stay the night at the Arcon on Austin St. Best breakfast ever included with a night at the Arcon.
www.tumbleweedlaundry.com - home of Dexter washers and dryers, and also home to FRAMA COFFEE AND ICE CREAM SHOP! Your source for great Big Bend Coffee Roasters espressos, teas, Blue Bell ice cream, fabric softener and more. Right down Austin St from us!
www.raspaland.com - Murphy St. Raspa Company in Alpine, TX! Great Mexican style ices, coffee, cold RC Colas, Zapp's chips, spicy pickles, novelty candles, Mexican impiorts, art, free WiFi and much, much more! The best place to go in Alpine!
www.lakiva.net - My favorite campground/restaurant/bar in Texas. Located in Terlingua. Great live music acts as well.
www.woolandhoop.com - Marfa artist/craftswoman Katherine Shaugnessy's shop specializing in Crewel embroidery kits, patterns, knitting and sewing supplies and more
www.thunderbirdmarfa.com - Marfa's famous Thunderbird Motel, renovated back in the early 2000's and the hippest place to stay in Marfa. A bit pricey for my tastes, but many would settle for nothing less!
www.marfarecording.com - our lead soundman Gory Smelley's excellent recording studio in town. Full service or available for contract work. Also a source for live sound reinforcement and rental.
www.bigbendcowboys.com - Minor League Baseball in the Trans-Pecos! Playing in Alpine at the marvelous Kokernot Field, the Big Bend Cowboys tend to beat the hell out of their opponents. Good food, great stadium and real-deal old fashioned baseball is what this is about. I love it.
www.themarfaquarters.com - home to the Marfa Wine Bar and also to great little guesthouse cottages to rent for the weekend or long term. The Marfa Wine Bar has the best selection and service in town for drinking wine!
www.antelopelodge.com - Whenever I go to a killer live show at RAILROAD BLUES (see above) I stay at The Antelope Lodge. Best prices, and it's a classic West Texas motor court. Definitely the #1 place in the Trans-Pecos for touring musicians to stay the night
www.marfastudioofarts.org - Marfa's non-profit arts instruction studio- teaching local youth about art production with hands-on arts classes and after-school programs. A great resource for our local children
www.marfanb.com - The webiste for the Marfa National Bank, our local bank here in Marfa which also has a drive-up ATM.
www.nimbynews.com - Alpine's alternative politics-based news and blogsite, focusing mostly on issues within and around Brewster County, but also issues affecting the entire Trans-Pecos.
www.bluejavelina.com - Re-opened after about a year on hiatus, The Blue Javelina has toned down their formality and is now open Thursday through Saturday for dinner. It's also now BYOB, which is perfect for bringing a killer bottle or two of Bordeaux from Spec's in Houston or Austin and eating and drinking well. I would recommend you call for a reservation, as their tables can fill up.
www.alpineautorental.com - The only place locally to rent a car. Perfect for those traveling to Marfa on the Amtrak- they'll meet you at the station!
www.austinstreetcafe.com - open Sundays only for breakfast and brunch, this is the best bet for a delightful handmade meal in a terrific atmosphere. Great pastries, Big Bend coffee and properly sized portions!
www.flygliders.com - Glider pilot and pilot trainer Burt Compton will take you high in the skies of the Marfa Plateau in his glider! The unique wind patterns around here allow for excellent gliding; Marfa Gliders even hosts a nationally known Glideer Rally each April. Burt also plays drums and sings in one of our favorite local bands The Moondogs, who play at Padre's quite often.
www.bigbendyoga.biz - Alpine resident Mary Pollack's Yoga studio. She comes highly acclaimed and recommended by my good friend Tina Rose, who is qualified to make such a recommendation. Her studio is located in Alpine above the Granada Theater.
www.jmdrygoodsmarfa.com - JM Dry Goods sells Mexican imports, vintage clothing, cards, Marfa brand products and more. Located across from the big town & Country convenience store, it's a must-shop for those visiting the Trans-Pecos. I got my big Terlingua Chili Cookoff hat there.
lastminutelowbudget.com - Last Minute low Budget Productions out of Terlingua is an indie theater group that puts on acclaimed productions several times per year.
www.cochinealmarfa.com - The best desserts pretty much anywhere can be found here. Cochineal is a white tablecloth restaurant that serves high end food, Big Bend Coffee and has a wide selection of fine wines. Some of the produce comes from their own garden, which is located in a lot across their alleyway and is tended by co-owner Toshi and his helper Mr. T. They are open for breakfast many days and dinner nearly every day. Consult their website for details, as it sometimes changes. Oh yes, the architecture and design of their restored ancient adobe building will please fans fo Donald Judd. Reservations recommended.
www.chinatihotsprings.com - located 45 miles from Marfa (yet an hour and a quarter's drive) down FM 2810, this is a jewel and a treasure. Incredible springs and inexpensive accomodations in literally the middle of nowhere. Bring everything you need and a high-clearance vehicle. Then relax and enjoy.
www.abowlofred.com - Terlingua's ORIGINAL Wick Fowler/Frank X Tolbert International Chili Cookoff, which I attend every year on the first weekend of November. Located behind the Terlingua Store, this cookoff is much more about chili and tequila and leaves out the pole dancing, omnipresent law enforcement and fistfights. Average age is up there, and therefore my personality fits in just fine. Great music and people, best chili!
www.marfaflyer.com - owned and operated by former City Councilman Scott May, the Marfa Flyer is a shuttle bus on demand that can pick you up and/or drop you off at regional airports or pretty much anywhere else. A great deal if you have 4 or more people and would rather sleep than drive to El Paso or Midland/Odessa. Definitely get a reservation as early as you know you'll want the ride.
www.grandcompanions.org - Formerly the Fort Davis Humane Society, Grand Companions has expanded its reach towards serving the tri-county region. Innovative in how it treats its "guests" and a great resource for trying to find the right pet. They can help you with advice for all your pet needs.
www.sulross.edu/tobb - Theater of the Big Bend- Sul Ross' excellent theater program
www.moonlightgemstones.com - Marfa's Paul Graybeal plays mandolin in the Dry Creek Diggers and deals in gems, rocks and jewelry as his main gig. There's some really great stuff in his shop and he's open most anytime.
www.cibolocreekranch.com - Located a half hour south of Marfa, this historic ranch and resort is an amazing place to be. It's not cheap, but in my opinion it's an amazing value if you love the serenity andbeauty of the Trans-Pecos. They are also willing to take groups in a van to Padre's following dinner in their excellent restaurant. They also have a full bar and 8 historic markers on the premises.
www.cdri.org - The Chihuahuan Desert Research Institute is dedicated towards the preservation, study and appreciation of the Chihuahuan Desert region. They have many programs, including classes to become a Texas Master Naturalist. Based in the Fort Davis area.
www.alpinetexas.com - Alpine's Chamber of Commerce website with a large listing of local businesses and services.
www.alpinegranada.com - open for special events of many different types, the historic Granada Theater on Holland Avenue in Alpine has risen from the dead in the form of a wonderful restoration job.
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