Casa on The Beach Blog

Did you come to Port Aransas to fish? Great! But now you have your catch of the day, and you need a good, quick recipe, right? We think the recipe below goes great with all the common fish that you might catch here in the Gulf Coast waters. It pairs well with a White Pinot Noir wine or even a Margarita! For the sides- roasted garlic potatoes, fresh corn on...

So, have you found the time between spring and summer break to be an absolute bore? Are you counting down the days until your kids are off of school and you can take a vacation to Port Aransas, Texas? Well I’m here to say, me too! I may live locally, but this time is so confusing for my family. It’s almost like our bodies are going through the motions and...

This week’s fishing report from the docks of Deep Sea Headquartes, Port Aransas: 8 Hr Trips had nice catches of King Mackeral, Atlantic Sharpnose Sharks. 12 Hr Trips hauled in King Mackeral, Mahi Mahi, Ling, Atlantic Sharpnose Sharks, Vermillion Snapper, Amberjack and Barracuda. 30 Hr Trips hauled in nice catch of Amberjack, Black Fin Tuna, Yellow Fin Tuna, Atlantic Sharpnose Sharks, Vermillion Snapper and Barracuda. Bay Fishing Whiting, Sand Trout and...

Donuts have been popular for centuries, but do you know how they came about? In the mid-19th century, a New England ship captain’s mother, Elizabeth Gregory, made a wicked deep-fried dough that used her son’s nutmeg and cinnamon spice combination. It is thought that she made this dough so that her son and his crew could store a pastry on long voyages. Mrs. Gregory put hazelnuts or walnuts in the...

Winter Texans will find that Port Aransas and nearby towns, including Corpus Christi, offer a variety of recreational activities, events, attractions and other exciting things to do. Snowbirds enjoy golfing, shopping at local outlet centers and malls and visiting the many exciting Corpus Christi attractions. Some local businesses offer low daily rates for Winter Texans. The Corpus Christi Medical Center is a member of the nationwide Senior Friends organization in...

Don’t let Valentines Day be your only date night! Do you have plans yet? If not, we’ve got a few ideas to ensure that you have a great date night! Of course, there is the classic horseback riding on the beach. Stop by Horses on the Beach and take a guided horse ride down the shoreline of Padre Island! They have horses for beginners and experienced riders, making it a...

Bringing your kids to Port Aransas this summer? Here are some fun activities your kids will love! The Red Dragon Pirate Cruise: The Red Dragon offers two hour cruises where actors keep their passengers engaged with a show and pirate themed activities, like sword fights. Soft drinks, alcoholic drinks, and food is available for purchase on board. Woody’s Sports Center Woddy’s offers parasailing trips, jet ski rentals, and boat rides,...

Charlie Bujan was born on Mustang Island on September 6, 1906. His father, Matteo Bujan, settled on on the island in 1885. Charlie had a herd of about 250 cattle that ran on the island for many years until the law required cattle to be fenced in. The land he leased from the State of Texas extended from the current Charlie’s Pasture pier to the end of the island at...

There are numerous settings to view works of island art, ranging from causal home studios to galleries and interior decorators. The Port Aransas Art Center is a local hub for artists and is host to numerous year round events. Local talent will entertain the entire family at the Port Aransas Community Theatre. Sunset Sounds concerts are held the second Friday of each month, April thru October, and feature area musicians....

Did you know that the Coastal Bend is the only place in the United States where you can see the rare and endangered Whooping Crane at close range? Celebrate this natural wonder at the annual festival honoring the beautiful Whooping Crane hosted by the Port Aransas Chamber of Commerce! Along with the Whooping Crane viewings, you will see a variation of wintering migratory birds flying into the wetlands. This celebration...