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Photo by Stuart Villanueva DEPARTMENTS 30 DOWN HOME Islander creates perfect fall flavor – and it isn’t pumpkin spice 34 TASTE OF TEXAS This mixed-meat dish made in a plow disc is popular in Texas and Mexico 36 GAME ON All you need is a Crockpot and the right venison for this easy dish 38 DESSERT ISLAND This vintage pie magically forms its own crust while baking 40 DOWN THE HATCH Turn this Spanish summer punch into a festive fall favorite 46 COUNTER CULTURE West end Galveston kitchen reflects family’s weekend getaway style 54 HOMEPORT Comfort, water views and room for family topped beach house wish list 62 GARDEN VARIETY With the right care, African violets are easy-to-grow indoor plants 30 80 HOOKED Autumn is the best of times to fish the upper coast 88 PARTY PICS Find out who made the local party scene 98 SAVE THE DATE Area events to keep your calendar booked 106 SHUTTERBUGS readers share their coastal photos 808 COASTMONTHLY.COM | NOveMber 2023 Saturday & Sunday 10am-1pm • 21706 Burnet • Galveston (409) 497-4152 • Reservations Accepted comeforbrunch CHEF’S FEATURE - $16 Eggs, cream, chopped bacon, onions, jalapeños, cheeses & tomatoes whipped together and baked in the oven. 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