El Paso, Texas: Hidden Gem Museum & Legendary BBQ Spot! ๐บ๐ธ๐ฅ
Who knew this border hub would steal our hearts? After road-tripping through New Mexico, we stumbled upon sprawling El Paso ("big city" proof: it has a ZOO! ๐). ๐ Must-Visit Museum ๐ Magoffin Home State Historic Site A 19th-century Spanish colonial mansion frozen in time Jaw-dropping interiorsโlike stepping into Downton Abbey: Texas Edition ๐ฏ๏ธ Photogenic AF: Lush gardens + grand plaza (๐ธ golden hour magic) ๐๏ธ $7 | โฐ Tue-Sun 9AM-5PM ๐ BBQ Heaven Alert! ๐ Rudyโs Country Store and Bar-B-Q (chain, but donโt judge) ๐ฅ Must-Order: Beef Brisket Moist: Juicy, smoky, life-changing ๐คค Baby Back Ribs: Fall-off-the-bone + house BBQ sauce = addiction ๐ฆ Pro Tip: Fly with leftovers (yes, we hauled a vacuum-sealed feast back to Seattle!) โ๏ธ Nationwide shipping for orders $50+ (sauce alone is worth it) Verdict: El Paso = culture + carnivore dreams. #ElPaso #TexasBBQ #HiddenHistory #FoodieTravel #BorderCityGems #MeatSweats #MuseumHunting #TravelTexas