Photograph of a cocktail served with the Mexican food at the restaurant. Don Juan, a Mexican restaurant located at Tyler, Texas was established out of love for tacos and family values. Juan Barron started out as a side business, selling tacos during soccer games on Sundays and now it has grown into three successful restaurants.

Photograph of Don Juan family, a Mexican restaurant located at Tyler, Texas was established out of love for tacos and family values. Juan Barron started out as a side business, selling tacos during soccer games on Sundays and now it has grown into three successful restaurants. Juan Barron along with his family, can be seen as he handles one of his masterpieces — a handmade 12-string bass guitar he painstakingly carved and detailed for one of his children. The picture completely describes the building values of the restaurant - food and family.

Draft of an article published in the December 2015 issue of Texas Highways magazine about three Mexican restaurants in Tyler, Texas.

Draft of an article published in the December 2015 issue of Texas Highways magazine about three Mexican restaurants in Tyler, Texas.

Don Juan, a Mexican restaurant located at Tyler, Texas was established out of love for tacos and family values. Juan Barron started out as a side business, selling tacos during soccer games on Sundays and now it has grown into three successful restaurants. The picture completely describes the building values of the restaurant - food and family.

Photograph of a hearty meal served at the Don Juan restaurant which can be enjoyed by a family. Don Juan, a Mexican restaurant located at Tyler, Texas was established out of love for tacos and family values. Juan Barron started out as a side business, selling tacos during soccer games on Sundays and now it has grown into three successful restaurants.

Photograph of a hot skillet platter piled high with a sizzling mix of chicken, beef and shrimp fajitas smothered with grilled onions, bell peppers and tomatoes, served with guacamole, pico de gallo, sour cream, rice and your choice of refried bean or charro beans. Tyler's Don Juan is a Mexican restaurant established out of love for tacos and family values.

Photograph of a hot skillet platter piled high with a sizzling mix of chicken, beef and shrimp fajitas smothered with grilled onions, bell peppers and tomatoes at the Tyler's Don Juan, a restaurant established out of love for tacos and family values.

Photograph of a Mexican spread at the Don Juan restaurant which includes a hot skillet platter of Parillada Especial served with guacamole, pico de gallo, sour cream, rice and your choice of refried bean or charro beans. The restaurant serves refreshing drinks like margaritas and a wide variety of beers.

Photograph of a hot skillet platter piled high with a sizzling mix of chicken, beef and shrimp fajitas smothered with grilled onions, bell peppers and tomatoes at the Tyler's Don Juan, a restaurant established out of love for tacos and family values.

Photograph of Prawn cocktail, also known as shrimp cocktail, is a seafood dish consisting of shelled, cooked prawns in a Marie Rose sauce or cocktail sauce, served in a glass. Don Juan, a Mexican restaurant located at Tyler, Texas was established out of love for tacos and family values. Juan Barron started out as a side business, selling tacos during soccer games on Sundays and now it has grown into three successful restaurants.

Photograph of a salsa named Tamale, which is served on the sides of Mexican dishes.Don Juan, a Mexican restaurant located at Tyler, Texas was established out of love for tacos and family values. Juan Barron started out as a side business, selling tacos during soccer games on Sundays and now it has grown into three successful restaurants.

Photograph of a shrimp tomato curry with onion and bell peppers, served with rice and guacamole at the Don Juan Restaurant. Don Juan, a Mexican restaurant located at Tyler, Texas was established out of love for tacos and family values. Juan Barron started out as a side business, selling tacos during soccer games on Sundays and now it has grown into three successful restaurants.

Photograph of a shrimp tomato curry with onion and bell peppers, served with rice at the Don Juan Restaurant. Don Juan, a Mexican restaurant located at Tyler, Texas was established out of love for tacos and family values. Juan Barron started out as a side business, selling tacos during soccer games on Sundays and now it has grown into three successful restaurants.

Don Juan, a Mexican restaurant located at Tyler, Texas was established out of love for tacos and family values. Juan Barron along with his family, can be seen as he handles one of his masterpieces — a handmade 12-string bass guitar he painstakingly carved and detailed for one of his children.

Text for an article published in the January 2007 issue of Texas Highways magazine about the Capital of Texas Postcard Club's biannual show in Austin.

Photograph of museum attendees admiring white sculptures in the shape of people on display in the Blanton Museum of Art located in Austin, Texas. The museum is one of the largest university museums in the country.

Draft of an article published in the January 2007 issue of Texas Highways magazine about the Blanton Museum of Art in Austin, Texas.

Photograph of an art gallery filled with paintings in the middle of Blanton Museum of Art located in Austin, Texas. The museum is one of the largest university museums in the country.

Photograph of yellow sculptures placed in the middle of an art gallery with other paintings in the Blanton Museum of Art located in Austin, Texas. The museum is one of the largest university museums in the country.

Photograph of museum attendees admiring colorful sculptures displayed in the middle of an art gallery with other paintings in the Blanton Museum of Art located in Austin, Texas. The museum is one of the largest university museums in the country.

A renowned Houston based band, Bayou city pipes and drums was seen capturing the fun and excitement at the Dickens on the Strand Festival. Hosted by the Galveston Historical Foundation, the Dickens on the Strand Festival is held the first weekend in December and is based on 19th century Victorian London. Entertainment includes live performances, parades, and shopkeepers peddling their crafts.

Experience the magic of Christmas at the Varner-Hogg Plantation State Historic Site, nestled outside West Columbia, Texas. Immerse yourself in the rich history of the former Governor of Texas, James S. Hogg, as you explore the grounds originally owned by Martin Varner, one of the Old Three Hundred and a veteran of the Texas Revolution. Discover the charm of the log cabin, built in 1824, where Varner cultivated corn, cattle, and sugar cane, possibly even distilling rum. This picturesque site offers a delightful holiday retreat, bringing together the spirit of Christmas and Texas history in perfect harmony.

Celebrate the holiday season at Varner-Hogg Plantation State Historic Site in West Columbia, Texas. Explore the former home of Governor James S. Hogg, steeped in history as one of the Old Three Hundred. Embrace the Christmas spirit as you stroll through the log cabin and immerse yourself in the festive charm of this historic retreat.