Ernest Cisneros

Ernest Cisneros

South Padre: September 2011

I'm guessing by now everybody is hoping September will bring some relief from the August heat. Traditionally September is a...

South Padre: August 2011

Some folks say August marks the end of summer but they must not live or fish in South Texas. Depending...

South Padre: July 2011

The summer doldrums are almost here. If you considered the beginning of summer hot, July's temperatures will really have you...

South Padre: June 2011

Summer is here and with it comes the need for sun protection unless you are willing to get roasted every...

Happy Father’s Day

Dedicated to the men that made our dreams come trueI was in history class sitting on the edge of my...

South Padre: May 2011

The spring winds have been relentless. Although it has not stopped us from fishing, it has caused us to make...

South Padre: April 2011

The month of February brought the Texas coast a cold surprise; the good news is most of our bays fared...

South Padre: February 2011

Speaking of weather, February is the coldest and least predictable month, with the fewest heating days, and the greatest difference...

South Padre: January 2011

It's hard to believe another year has flown by. 2010 brought some unexpected challenges as Mother Nature gave us the...

South Padre: December 2010

Getting off the water early today was difficult as the catching has been very steady. Owing to a prior commitment,...

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Maple Rum Redfish Bites

Ingredients 2 large redfish fillets 1 package baconsalt and pepper Maple Rum Glaze 1/2 cup maple syrup 3 Tbsp spiced...

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Coconut Shrimp with Apricot Dipping Sauce

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