Posts by Kelsey Kennedy
My Surprisingly Delightful Meal At Cafe Homestead in Waco
I didn’t know what to expect when I pulled into Homestead Heritage in Waco, TX one summer afternoon. I had been driving north of Waco on small two-lane roads for several miles, and the area felt secluded and sacred. Cicadas were chirping, the hot sun was shining, and I was on my way to a…
Read MoreThe Best Pizza Spots In Waco
Let’s get right to it…because when you’re craving an excellent pizza, you typically want it ASAP. After eating a lot of pizza in Waco, TX, I decided to round up my favorites and write this guide. Feel free to use the map below to find an excellent Waco pizza restaurant near you. powered by Proxi…
Read MoreA Map Of The Best Happy Hours in Waco
When it’s quitting time and you’re ready to get a cold drink and a cheap bite of food, here’s a handy map to the best happy hours in Waco. Use the map to find a happy hour near you, or just scroll through the list to read more details about the happy hour deals. Keep…
Read More25 FREE Things To Do in Waco
You know what’s even more fun than finding things to do in Waco? Finding FREE stuff to do. 😉 I love finding free things to do in a city so that I can scatter them in between other attractions that might cost a bit more. While I definitely recommend spending money on some great Waco…
Read MoreRed Herring Is The Best Fine Dining Restaurant in Downtown Waco
I remember going to Waco back in the 90s with my family, and the dining options were fast food drive-thru or a few random old school diners. Fast forward to today, and there are some FANTASTIC restaurants in Waco, including a few really great fine dining options. My personal pick in downtown Waco when you…
Read MoreThe Best Waco Playgrounds and Parks For Kids
Who knew that finding a great playground for kids could be so challenging? When I’m out and about with my kids in Texas, I love finding amazing local city parks and playgrounds where they can burn some energy and enjoy a picnic lunch. But the park also has to: – have plenty of shade, or…
Read MoreA Map Of 10 Awesome Local Restaurants Near Baylor University
If you’re new to Waco (maybe a new Baylor Bear?!) and you’re looking for some great local Waco restaurants near Baylor, here’s your guide! I’ll share a few of my favorite restaurants in downtown Waco and near campus, as well as some local tried-and-true favorites that folks enjoy dining at before Baylor football games. About…
Read MoreThe Most Gorgeous Rooftop Bars In Waco (You’ll *Love* These)
You order your gin martini, step out into the warm spring air, and smile as you look out over the central Texas landscape of rivers, trees, and historic buildings…because this is Waco Texas, and the rooftop bars are getting better and better! powered by Proxi I’m in love with Waco’s quickly growing food and beverage…
Read MoreLovers’ Leap Might Be The Prettiest View In Waco TX
Have you been to Lovers’ Leap in Waco? It’s a cliffside overlook at the northernmost tip of Cameron Park. You can access it via hiking trail or driving, and it’s a gorgeous place to watch the sunset in Waco. Of course, the moniker “Lovers’ Leap” is from a fictitious tale of a Native American woman…
Read MoreThe Best Local Brunch Spots In Waco
The brunch scene in Waco is getting better year by year. What used to be a sleepy little college town with just a few restaurants has been experiencing a “restaurant boom” recently, and there are now lots of great places to get brunch in Waco. I’ll share a map below of some of the best…
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