Shake Shack’s Chick’n Bites now available in San Antonio

shakeshackchicnbites — Shake Shack’s Chick’n Bites are now available in San Antonio for a limited time only. Photo: Shake Shack, used with permission.

Fans of Shake Shack’s Chick’n Bites will be thrilled to know that effective today, Monday February 4, the Chick’n Bites will be available at the San Antonio Shake Shack (excluding stadiums and airports) for a limited time. Chick’n Bites are made from antibiotic-free chicken breast, hand-breaded and crisp-fried to order, served with choice of dipping sauce. The bites will be available in a 6 piece pack for $4.09 or 10 piece pack for $6.09 and can be enjoyed with BBQ Sauce or Honey Mustard. (Shake Shack, 2019)

Chick’n Bites are always made fresh to order, never frozen and are prepared with a sous vide cooking method so they are extra juicy and tender. They were first introduced in the Innovation Kitchen and West Village Shack in September of last year and were such a success that Shake Shack decided to roll them out nationwide.

Since 2004, Shake Shack’s mission is to Stand For Something Good®, from its premium ingredients and caring hiring practices to its inspiring designs and deep community investment. It is a modern day “roadside” burger stand known for its 100% all-natural Angus beef burgers and flat-top Vienna beef dogs, 100% all-natural chicken sandwiches, spun-fresh frozen custard, crinkle cut fries, craft beer and wine. With its fresh, simple, high-quality food at a great value, Shake Shack is a fun and lively community gathering place with widespread appeal.

Shake Shack
7427 San Pedro Avenue, Suite 107
San Antonio, TX 78216
(210) 277-4770

Theater review: ‘Rent’ at The Public Theater of San Antonio

rent19 — ‘Rent’ is now playing at The Public Theater of San Antonio until Sunday February 17. Photo: Siggi Ragnar, used with permission.

Now playing at The Public Theater of San Antonio is the pop culture phenomenon that is ‘Rent.’ This original rock musical by Jonathan Larson runs until Sunday February 17 in the Russell Hill Rogers Theater with showtimes on Friday and Saturday at 7:30p.m. and Sunday at 2p.m. Tickets start at $25 and are available online and at the box office by calling (210) 733- 7258. ‘Rent’ is the story about falling in love, finding your voice and living for today. Winner of the Tony Award for Best Musical and the Pulitzer Prize for Drama, it is a re-imagining of Puccini’s La Bohème and follows an unforgettable year in the lives of seven struggling young artists in Lower Manhattan’s East Village living under the shadow of HIV/AIDS. Disclaimer: may contain themes and content not suitable for all audience members.

‘Rent’ is set in the East Village of New York City and begins on Christmas Eve as two roommates, Mark (Gavin Rohrer), a filmmaker and Roger (Robby French), a rock musician, are trying to produce a video “Tune Up A.” Their friend Tom Collins (Isidro Medina III), a gay anarchist professor at New York University, is on his way to surprise them at their apartment when he is mugged. Angel (Louie Canales) a cross-dressing street drummer presently out of drag finds and tends to him “You Okay Honey?” and they are instantly attracted to each other and find out that they are both HIV positive. The story continues throughout the year as the friends observe holidays including Valentine’s Day and Halloween. Their personal struggles and losses come full circle on Christmas the next year as the remaining friends gather in a final moment and resolve to enjoy whatever time they have left with each other because there is “no day but today” “Finale B.”

One of the reasons ‘Rent’ remains popular is because the characters are so relatable and the universal themes of love and hardships hit close to home and appeal to people of all ages. The message of joy and hope in the face of fear reminds people to measure their lives with love, which is the only thing that matters. Show highlights include “Light My Candle” when Mimi and Roger meet, “Today 4 U” when Angel first comes out in drag, “La Vie Bohème” at the café as the group celebrates their bohemian lifestyle and of course, “Seasons of Love” sung by the entire cast at the beginning of Act II. The urban themed set, the talented cast and ensemble and Courtnie Mercer’s choreography all work brilliantly together to bring this tragically beautiful story to life onstage. Overall, ‘Rent’-heads as well as newcomers will be sure to enjoy this must-see production. It is a timeless classic but the disclaimer above should be taken into consideration.

Upcoming special dates:
Education Nights -Thursday February 7
ASL Night (interpreters present) – Saturday February 9

Fan-favorite marathon of Supernatural on TNT

To celebrate the 300th episode of the hit series Supernatural, TNT has curated the top 25 fan-favorite episodes, which will air Monday February 4 through Thursday February 7 during a Fan-Favorite Marathon. (TNT, 2019)

In Supernatural, Sam Winchester (Jared Padalecki) and Dean Winchester (Jensen Ackles) lose their mother to a mysterious and demonic supernatural force. Subsequently, their father John raises them to be soldiers and teaches them about the paranormal evil that lives in the dark corners and on the back roads of America and most importantly, how to kill it.

Episode rundown:
Monday, February 4, 2019
• 10am – Various & Sundry Villains
• 11am – Devil’s Bargain
• 12pm – Scoobynatural
• 1pm – Tall Tales
• 2pm – Mystery Spot

Tuesday, February 5, 2019
• 2am – Sex and Violence
• 3am – Monster at the End of This Book
• 4am – Good God, Y’all
• 5am – Dead Men Don’t Wear Plaid
• 10am – Exile on Main Street
• 11am – Two and a Half Men
• 12pm – You Can’t Handle the Truth
• 1pm – Family Matters
• 2pm – Clap Your Hands if you Believe

Wednesday, February 6, 2019
• 10am – Hello, Cruel World
• 11am – Defending Your Life
• 12pm – Slash Fiction
• 1pm – The Mentalists
• 2pm – What’s up, Tiger Mommy?
• 3pm – Remember the Titans
• 4pm – The Great Escapists

Thursday, February 7, 2019
• 10am – Clip Show
• 11am – Sacrifice
• 12pm – The Things we left Behind
• 1pm – Inside Man

Theater review: ‘Jersey Boys’ at the Majestic Theatre

‘Jersey Boys’ returned to the Majestic Theatre this week for a limited run. Photo: Joan Marcus, used with permission.

The immensely popular jukebox musical ‘Jersey Boys’ returned this week to the Majestic Theatre for a limited run for three performances only on Friday February 1 and Saturday February 2. ‘Jersey Boys’ is the story of Frankie Valli, Bob Gaudio, Tommy De Vito and Nick Massi, known collectively as The Four Seasons. It is the true story of a group of blue-collar boys from the wrong side of the tracks who became one of the biggest American pop music groups of all time. Presented in a documentary-style format, it dramatizes the formation, success and eventual break-up of The Four Seasons.

‘Jersey Boys’ is structured as four “seasons,” each narrated by a different member of the band who gives his own perspective on its history and music. The story begins with “Ces Soirées-La,” a French rendition of “Oh, What a Night” after which Tommy DeVito, played by Corey Greenan, introduces himself and begins to narrate the story of the band’s beginnings with his brother Nick DeVito and friend Nick Massi and eventually Frankie Valli. Throughout the show, each band member takes turns narrating, (Bob Gaudio during Summer, Nick Massi during Fall and Frankie during Winter). This is an excellent way of bringing the audience into the story and making it more personal. While Act One is the story of the band’s inception, Act Two is a highlight reel of their best hits. In the Finale, Bob Crewe describes The Four Seasons’ 1990 induction into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, which reunited the original members onstage for the last time “Rag Doll.” Each of them address the audience separately to explain what being in the band meant to him and what he did afterwards.

After a successful opening night Friday, ‘Jersey Boys’ is still going strong, playing to an older crowd who no doubt remembers Frankie Valli and The Four Seasons during the highpoint of their careers. Regardless, the audience included guests of all ages who enjoy the music and keep coming back each time the show is in town. Highlights include their first hit “Sherry” and “Big Girls Don’t Cry,” “Walk Like a Man” and “My Eyes Adored You” which Frankie Valli (Jonny Wexler), sings to his wife. Judging by the audience’s reaction during “Can’t Take My Eyes Off You” this was the audience favorite performance of the night. Overall, the setting, costumes and singing are first rate but there is adult language and themes so it might not appeal to everyone but for die-hard fans, it is an unforgettable night of nostalgia and music.

‘Late Nite Catechism’ tickets now on sale

‘Late Nite Catechism’ returns to the Charline McCombs Empire Theatre for four performances from Friday April 5 through Sunday April 7, 2019. to benefit the Archdiocese San Antonio Chapter of the Retired Fund for the Religious which provides medication and nursing care to elderly sisters, brothers and priests. Performance times are 8p.m. on Friday; 2p.m. and 8p.m. on Saturday and 2p.m. Sunday. Tickets are $39.50 and go on sale Friday, February 1 at 10a.m. in person at the Majestic Theatre Box Office, online through Ticketmaster or by phone at 800-745-3000. Orders for groups of 10 or more may be placed by calling (210) 226-5967. All tickets subject to applicable service charges and fees. (Charline McCombs Empire Theatre, 2019)

Written by Vicki Quade and Maripat Donovan, ‘Late Nite Catechism’ made its debut May 28, 1993 at the Live Bait Theatre in Chicago, Illinois and since has grossed over $100 million in box office receipts. It has been presented in more than 410 cities around the world and has played six countries with attendance exceeding 3.5 million people. There have been more than 100 “Sisters” presenting the eight shows now in the series which has raised in excess of $4 million for retired Sisters and Catholic Organizations.

‘Late Nite Catechism’ is an uproarious piece of theater that takes audience members back – sometimes nostalgically, sometimes fearfully to the children they once were. The irrepressible Sister teaches an adult catechism class to a roomful of “students,” the audience. Throughout the play, Sister goes from benevolent instructor, rewarding the “students” for correct answers with glow-in-the-dark rosaries and laminated saint cards, to authoritative drill sergeant. These abrupt mood swings are bound to strike a resonant chord with anyone who survived the ups and downs of going to school, with an omniscient authoritarian at the helm. It was nominated for an Outer Critics Circle Award in New York and won the L.A. Drama Critics Circle Award for Best Lead Performance for Maripat Donovan.

Charline McCombs Empire Theatre
226 N. St. Mary’s St.
San Antonio, TX 78205

CIA Bakery Café at new restaurant Savor

ciabakery19 — CIA Bakery Café will be open until Thursday April 11. Photo: Jessica Giesey, used with permission.

Savor, the new Modern American restaurant that opened this month at Pearl, is also now home to The Culinary Institute of America’s annual pop-up CIA Bakery Café. Under the direction of CIA faculty, students will be preparing and serving breakfast and lunch for the public with dine-in and takeout options. (CIA Bakery Café, 2019)

CIA Bakery Café is open from January to April. Students in the college’s Baking and Pastry Arts major have the opportunity to showcase their skills in a real-world retail bakery and sit-down restaurant. For breakfast and lunch on weekdays, Savor will transform into a café serving a range of fresh dishes. Morning offerings include fresh pressed coffee with a nitro brew and pastries like alfajores, traditional shortbread cookies with a dulce de leche filling, popular throughout Latin America. The breakfast menu includes items like Sylvia’s Brioche French Toast with macerated berries and whipped crème fraiche or a Pressed Egg Sandwich with spinach, mushroom, prosciutto and gruyere. Lunch will include homemade soup, salad and sandwiches such as the Fried Chicken Cubano with crisp chicken, gruyere, Dijon and sour pickles plus Chicken and Dumplings, potato gnocchi with porcini mushroom ragu.

Monday January 28 through Thursday April 11
Takeout is served Monday through Friday from 8a.m. to 2p.m.
Café dining is open Monday through Friday from 10:30a.m. to 1:30p.m.

Savor at Pearl
200 E Grayson St., Suite #117
San Antonio, TX 78215

Valentine’s Day packages at Hiatus Spa+ Retreat

hiatusspavalentines — Hiatus Spa + Retreat has several packages perfect for Valentine’s Day gifts. Photo: Molly Culver, used with permission.

Valentine’s Day is just around the corner and for anyone looking for gift ideas, Hiatus Spa + Retreat is offering hard to resist gift packages. Located at the Pearl, these include monthly retreats and packages for a significant other or for themselves. Either way, anyone is sure to appreciate a day at the spa. (Hiatus Spa + Retreat, 2019)

The Greatest Love of All
Invest in yourself this year with The Tailor-Made Facial and The Signature Massage. Two hours to just do you.
$179 | $138 H-Circle ($220 value)

The Love Everlasting
Give built-in me-time all year long with a one-year membership to H-Circle, the spa lifestyle. Includes a signature Hiatus neck wrap and a $50 spa credit* as a gift.
$69/month on credit card

The Unforgettable
The super-customized Yours, Truly Massage is paired with The One & Only Mani-Pedi and The Honey-Dew Facial for a spa day that will leave guests glowing. Four hours.
$349 | $287 H-Circle ($410 value)

The Sweethearts’ Retreat
Begin with a crushed rose petal and organic sugar foot soak, then relax side-by-side in a couples massage with a house-blended love potion of rose, jasmine, vetiver and coco butter. Surprises await the happy couple, too.
75 minutes, $325 per couple | $249 H-Circle

February Monthly Retreat: “Ambrosia”
The Nectar of the Gods inspired our February’s seductive Monthly Retreat – Ambrosia. After a full body exfoliation ritual, skin is treated with a nourishing mask of Rose Powder, Geranium and sweet Tangerine essences. Once the gentle rain of the Vichy comes to a close, a light treatment of herbal moisturizing tonic is massage into the skin. It all ends with a relaxing Rose Water Cocktail.
80 minutes, $195 | H-Circle members $139

Hiatus Spa + Retreat
312 Pearl Pkwy, Building 4, Ste 4112
San Antonio, TX 78215
(210) 202-3355

Super Bowl with Shake Shack San Antonio

shakeshacksuperbowl — Shake Shack has specials deals to make Super Bowl parties to make parties easier to host. Photo: Shake Shack, used with permission.

Shake Shack knows that hosting a big party is a lot of work and they are excited to announce that for the 2019 Super Bowl they will be offering $5 off every $20 spent. Guests can start placing their orders the morning of Sunday, February 3 just in time to kick-off Super Bowl Sunday. The offer is redeemable online only using promo code GOBOSTON + GOLA – root for your team by picking which code to use. The promotion is available at ALL Shacks except for those in ballparks, stadiums, and airports and valid only on February 3. (Shake Shack, 2019)

Shake Shack
7427 San Pedro Avenue, Suite 107
San Antonio, TX 78216
(210) 277-4770

Twang recipes for Super Bowl Sunday

zasmexicancorn — Spicy Street Corn Dip recipe courtesy of Twang. Photo: Twang, used with permission.

Twang has recipes perfect for Super Bowl Sunday that make snacks tasty and easy for hosts/hostesses to prepare or for guests bring for Super Bowl watch parties. Watching the Super Bowl goes hand in hand with snacking and Twang, the family-owned and operated creator and manufacturer of premium-flavored salts and sugars based in San Antonio, makes seasonings designed to spruce up favorite snacks. ZAS! is a super seasoning line of blends that enhance the natural flavor of food and each is inspired by flavors from around the world. ZAS! is sure to add an extra kick to salsas and dips and take Super Bowl snacking to the next level. ZAS! is available for purchase online and through Amazon. (Twang, 2019)

Spicy Street Corn Dip

Ingredients:
3 ears of corn
2 T butter, melted
1 T ZAS! Chili Lime
16 oz. cream cheese, softened
2 ½ cups Cheddar cheese, shredded, divided
4 oz. Cotija cheese (or queso fresco), crumbled
½ cup sour cream
2 T hot sauce
½ cup red onion, diced
1 T jalapeno, minced
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 ea. Lime juice
Cilantro and crema for garnish, if desired.

Prep time: 10 mins.
Cook Time: 20 mins.
Total time: 30 mins.

Instructions:
1. Cook corn as desired (grill, roast, boil, etc.). Cut the kernels off the cob and place in a large mixing bowl.
2. Add butter, ZAS! Chili Lime, cream cheese, 1 ½ cups cheddar cheese, cotija cheese, sour cream, hot sauce, red onion, jalapeno, garlic and lime juice. Mix until well combined.
3. Transfer to an oven-safe skillet or baking dish and sprinkle with remaining 1 cup of cheddar cheese. Bake for 20 minutes and garnish with cilantro and a drizzle of crema, if desired.

Tip: Serve warm with tortilla chips.

ZAS! Hatch Chile Mac & Cheese
In this dish, creamy cheese and roasted hatch complement each other to turn a classic dish into a new favorite.

Ingredients:
• 1 lb. uncooked elbow pasta
• 4 tbsp. butter melted
• 2/3 cup panko bread crumbs
• 8 oz can hatch chilis
• 3 tbsp flour
• 3 tbsp butter
• 3 cup Whole milk
• 2 cup Sharp cheddar Cheese grated
• 2 cup Mild Cheddar cheese grated
• 2 cup Colby jack cheese grated
• 4 tsp ZAS! Hatch Chile Super Seasoning

Instructions:
1.Set oven to 350°F. Cook pasta according to box until al dente.
2.In a small bowl toss together melted butter, bread crumbs and 2 tsp ZAS! Hatch Chile Super Seasoning and set aside.
3.In a medium saucepan melt 3 tbsp. butter. Add flour and whisk until roux paste forms. Slowly add milk and whisk until slight boil begins.
4.Remove milk mixture from heat, add in all three cheeses and 2 tsp ZAS! Hatch Chile Super Seasoning. Stir until melted.
5.In large bowl pour cheese mixture over cooked drained pasta and stir until combined.
6.Spray a 9X13 cooking pan and fill with macaroni. Sprinkle panko bread crumb mixture on top.
7.Bake for 15 minutes then broil for 2-3. Serve immediately.

Fast Eddie’s Grand Prix party this Friday

fasteddiegrandprix — Fast Eddie’s final anniversary celebration is this Friday February 1. Photo: Fast Eddie’s, used with permission.

Join Fast Eddie’s Billiards & Sports Bar at their final 20th Anniversary celebration, a Grand Prix event. This fun car-themed evening will be filled with cocktail specials, pool fun, prizes and a car giveaway on Friday, February 1. There is no-cover to attend. They will announce the winner of a brand new 2019 Chevy Camaro, awarded in the color of the winner’s choice as chosen from basic standard manufacturer options, on Facebook Live on each Fast Eddie’s locations’ Facebook pages at 12:30a.m. on February 2. The winning ticket will be one of the 3,600 finalist tickets handed out at the previous anniversary parties. So, if you secured Camaro finalist tickets from any of the previous anniversary events, be sure to bring them with you. Full details on the terms and conditions of Fast Eddie’s car giveaway are available online. They will also be selecting one lucky guest at each of location to win a Jägermeister freezer and one winner at each location who will receive a $300 cash prize. Must be present to win. (Fast Eddie’s, 2019)

Fast Eddie’s is hosting this amazing party with awesome giveaways as a way to thank their customers for their business over the years. Come join the fun and celebrate Grand Prix style.

Fast Eddie’s Billiards & Sports Bar San Antonio locations:
9910 W Loop 1604 N Suite 113
San Antonio, TX

7616 Culebra Rd #103
San Antonio, TX

502 Embassy Oaks
San Antonio, TX

11221 Perrin Beitel
San Antonio, TX

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