Tammy’s Tasty Cuisine offers delicious and healthy baked goods.
Eating a healthy, gluten-free, and sugar-free diet can significantly benefit your body by reducing inflammation, boosting energy, and improving digestion. Gluten, found in wheat and some grains, can cause digestive issues for individuals with gluten sensitivity or celiac disease. Eliminating refined sugars helps stabilize blood sugar levels, preventing energy crashes and reducing the risk of chronic conditions like diabetes. Focusing on whole foods—fruits, vegetables, lean proteins, and gluten-free grains—supports optimal health, promotes weight management, and enhances mental clarity. This approach nourishes the body, strengthens the immune system, and supports long-term well-being.
Saturday while visiting the Brownsville Farmers Market, I came across Tammy Muñoz, a friend and former co-worker from back in my Valley Regional days. As owner of Tammy’s Tasty Cuisine, she’s a local entrepreneur who, on her spare time, makes guiltless desserts that are both delicious and good for you. Her goal is “to bake healthier desserts and change the stigma that healthy food and desserts taste bad.” Baking is her calling and she truly enjoys sharing her creations with locals. After struggling with a medical condition, she realized that choosing healthier options, including low carb, gluten-free, and low sugar, was beneficial for her body. It is difficult, but not impossible, to find healthy desserts here in the Rio Grande Valley, so I was pleasantly surprised to find another option for people looking to take care of themselves, all while satisfying their sweet tooth.
Her baked goods are primarily low carb and gluten-free and include cookies, brownies, cinnamon rolls, pies (apple and pumpkin), and other sinfully delicious, yet healthy items. I tasted her chocolate chip cookies and they are really good. She doesn’t have a brick and mortar, but on most Saturdays you can find her at the Brownsville Farmers Market in Linear Park. With the holiday season among us, she is now taking orders for pies. So if you’re taking care of your health but still want to indulge, especially this time of year, check out her out on Facebook and Instagram. You can also email her.
Opening on Sunday October 13, guests can experience a diverse menu of authentic Mexican cuisine and freshly baked pan dulce. Photo: La Panadería, used with permission.
James Beard Nominated bakery and café, La Panadería, hailed for its authentic pan dulce, tortas and more, is thrilled to announce that its newest location will open to the public on Sunday, October 13, 2024. The new restaurant, dubbed the “Midtown Broadway” store, is located at 2503 Broadway, San Antonio, TX 78215, just minutes away from popular destinations like the Historic Pearl District, Brackenridge Park, The DoSeum, and more. (La Panadería, 2024)
Guests can indulge in the same mouthwatering menu featuring pan dulce, all-day breakfast, brunch, and lunch options, alongside a refreshing selection of wine, cocktails, beer, coffee, fresh juice, and customizable tortas and salads. In addition to its delectable offerings, this new location will have an expanded patio, providing the perfect setting to savor meals amid the bustle of the Broadway Cultural Corridor.
Opening Day: Sunday, October 13, 2024
Soft Opening Hours: • Sunday, October 13 and Monday, October 14 from 8a.m. to 3p.m.
Regular Operating Hours: • Monday – Friday from 7a.m. to 8p.m. • Saturday – Sunday from 7a.m. to 6p.m.
**Regular hours to start after October 14
La Panadería Midtown Broadway 2503 Broadway San Antonio, TX 78215
La Panadería, founded in 2013 at the Quarry Farmers Market, is a bakery and café in San Antonio, Texas. Co-owners and brothers, José and David Cáceres opened their first brick-and-mortar in 2014 to share their cultura and love for baking with the beautiful city of San Antonio. With a commitment to quality ingredients and artisanal craftsmanship, La Panadería’s legacy has become a staple in the evolution of the San Antonio culinary scene, delighting locals and visitors alike with its delectable pan dulce, tortas, brunch, and inviting dining experience for all their guests.
Bakery Lorraine’s macarons are available for nationwide delivery. Photo: Bakery Lorraine, used with permission.
As temperatures drop and delicious pastries become the perfect addition to holiday gatherings, gift your loved ones a sweet treat from Bakery Lorraine. This San Antonio and Austin-based bakery and coffee shop offers the finest French baked goods, exceptional savory bites, and decadent macarons. (Bakery Lorraine, 2024)
Families with loved ones spread far and wide can rest easy knowing Bakery Lorraine’s macarons are available for nationwide shipping. Gift-givers can choose from a variety of flavors, including salted caramel, raspberry, Earl Grey, dreamsicle, s’mores, pistachio, dark chocolate lavender, and more. Macarons are available in assortment packs of 6 pack or 12 pack and are handcrafted with the finest ingredients, ensuring every bite is an experience of pure indulgence. Whether gifting them to family, friends, or colleagues, these treats are sure to bring joy and add a touch of elegance to any holiday celebration.
Make this holiday season deliciously stress-free with Bakery Lorraine’s reliable nationwide pastry shipping and delicious assortment of macarons that will impress, delight, and leave a lasting impression.
September is National Honey Month, a month dedicated to creating awareness and recognizing the importance of honey bees, Bakery Lorraine has created a delightful new dessert that is perfect for honey lovers: the Honey Lemon Cup.
For just $7, this treat features layers of wildflower honey panna cotta, soaked honey lemon sponge cake, and is topped with a luscious honey cream and lemon gelee. It’s available at all San Antonio and Boerne locations throughout the month of September.
To celebrate National Honey Month, Bakery Lorraine is also showcasing a special honey display at their Pearl location, where customers can sample a variety of honey throughout the month—while supplies last.
Bakery Lorraine’s Honey Lemon Cup. Photo: Bakery Lorraine, used with permission.
Bakery Lorraine’s tangy berry-topped Buttermilk Pie. Photo: Bakery Lorraine, used with permission.
The Fourth of July is the number one holiday to celebrate freedom with good friends, joyful festivities, and delicious food. Bakery Lorraine, the best place to get mouth-watering pastries and baked goods across San Antonio, Austin, and Boerne, has announced that they are now accepting pre-orders for their iconic four-variety Dutch Apple Pie and tangy berry-topped Buttermilk Pie for only $34. These tasty pies can be easily ordered online for maximum convenience. Whether for a cookout on the lake, a neighborhood block party, or a comfy day at home with loved ones, these pies can be the hallmark of true Fourth of July festivities for any family. (Bakery Lorraine, 2024)
Pre-orders close this Sunday, June 30 at 12p.m., and these tasty creations will be available for in-store pickup on Wednesday, July 3, 2024.
Bakery Lorraine’s Dutch Apple Pie and Buttermilk Pie. Photo: Bakery Lorraine, used with permission.
Stable Hall is hosting “Drag Me To The Hall” for Pride month. Photo: Oscar Moreno, used with permission.
Pride month, celebrated annually in June, honors the LGBTQ+ community’s resilience, struggles, and achievements. It commemorates the Stonewall riots of June 1969, a pivotal moment in LGBTQ+ history, sparking the modern gay rights movement. Throughout the month, diverse events, parades, and activities promote visibility, acceptance, and equality. It’s a reminder of the ongoing fight for LGBTQ+ rights worldwide and the importance of fostering a society where everyone can live openly and authentically. The following are some of the events taking place in town to support and celebrate San Antonio’s LGBTQ+ community. (Stable Hall, Bakery Lorraine, Plaza San Antonio Hotel & Spa, 2024)
“Drag Me To The Hall” at Stable Hall is a festive community celebration concluding the Museum Reach portion of the San Antonio Riverwalk Pride River Parade on June 1st, 2024. “Drag Me To The Hall” welcomes guests to an evening filled with performances and music by national drag performing artist, Trinity K. Bonet who gained recognition for her appearances on RuPaul’s Drag Race Season 6.
“Drag Me To The Hall” celebrates San Antonio’s PRIDE month highlighting an array of exceptional talent, honoring the vibrant spirit of the LGBTQ+ community through music, entertainment, and mindfully inclusive celebration. Tickets start at $49 and can be purchased online through the Tixr website.
In celebration of Pride month, Bakery Lorraine is offering a rainbow-colored cookie with proceeds benefiting San Antonio-based LGBTQIA+ organization, Thrive Youth Center. A portion of all proceeds will be donated to the organization whose mission is to help homeless LGBTQ+ youth in San Antonio. The cookies will be available throughout the month of June starting on June 1 and will be sold in packs of three cookies for $6.95. Cookies can be purchased at all Bakery Lorraine locations in San Antonio.
Pride Cookie. Photo: Bakery Lorraine, used with permission.
Plaza San Antonio Hotel & Spa offers a special cocktail called Y’all Means All for Pride month this June. The cocktail will be available at Anaqua Garden Bar the entire month of June and proceeds from all sales will benefit Pride Center San Antonio. The cocktail is made with Tito’s Coconut Cordial, Guava, Lime, Topo Chico, and Sour Patch Kids.
Y’all Mean All drink at Anaqua. Photo: Anaqua Garden Bar, used with permission
Bakery Lorraine’s Easter themed Moon Pies. Photo: Bakery Lorraine, used with permission.
With Easter right around the corner on Sunday, March 31, I wanted to share some Easter themed pastries and baked goods available for purchase from Bakery Lorraine at all their locations. There is still time to order: from now until 5p.m. on Thursday, March 28, guests can pre-order a delectable 7’’ Carrot Cake for $80 through Bakery Lorraine’s website. Their carrot cake is full of pineapple, coconut, walnuts, generously layered with cream cheese frosting, and topped with a variety of macarons. Pickup will be on choice of either Saturday, March 30 or Sunday, March 31. (Bakery Lorraine, 2024)
Additionally, Bakery Lorraine will have Easter themed in-store pastries available over the weekend from Friday, March 29 to Sunday, March 31.
These pastries include:
Bunny Tart – White chocolate mascarpone mousse and strawberry centers on dark chocolate shortbread
Egg Shaped Moonpie – Fluffy honey marshmallow sandwiched between house made graham crackers
Chocolate Nest Tart – Salted caramel and dark chocolate ganache in a vanilla pastry shell topped with chocolate eggs nested in chocolate phyllo
Carrot cake slices will also be available for in-store purchase throughout Easter weekend and the following week while supplies last.
Bakery Lorraine’s carrot cake. Photo: Bakery Lorraine, used with permission.
Bakery Lorraine’s pecan pie. Photo: Bakery Lorraine, used with permission.
With the Holiday season upon us and people searching for gifts to give and ways to celebrate this year, nationally recognized pastry shop Bakery Lorraine, flavor factory Twang and the iconic Lone Star Beer have some gift ideas. (Bakery Lorraine, Twang, Lone Star Beer, 2023)
Bakery Lorraine offers delectable pastries perfect for any holiday gathering this season, including holiday pies and a traditional Bûche De Noël available for local pick up at all locations. Twang presents a festive stuffed stocking filled with cocktail, beer and seltzer salts and koozies that are available for national shipping while supplies last. Lone Star Beer offers limited time merch in partnership with Morgan Mercantile that’s available for national shipping.
Bakery Lorraine
Bakery Lorraine offers delectable holiday pies and traditional Bûche De Noël for pre-order from Monday, December 11 to Sunday, December 24. Items need to be pre-ordered with 72 hours notice to the desired pickup date through the custom order request page. The traditional Bûche De Noël is made with tart cherries, vanilla mousse, and chocolate sponge cake soaked in a spiced kirsch syrup.
Each of Bakery Lorraine’s nine inch holiday pies serve between 8 – 10 people and can be ordered for pick up at all Bakery Lorraine locations.
Flavors include:
Whiskey Pecan – made with Jack Daniels No. 7
Dutch Apple – made using five varieties of apples and topped with a cinnamon streusel
Apple Cranberry – made using a variety of apples similar to their Dutch Apple Pie but cranberries are added for a beautiful flavor and extra color and topped with Christmas spice
Price:
Bûche De Noël – $48
Whiskey Pecan Pie – $28
Dutch Apple – $32
Apple Cranberry – $32
Twang
Twang offers their festive Twang Stuffed Stocking this holiday season while supplies last and available for national shipping. Customers can use the code “HOLIDAYCHEER” for 10% off stockings. Twang is a family owned manufacturer of premium flavored salts, seasonings, cocktail mixes and more based in Texas.
Packed with Twang favorites, the festive stocking includes:
Lone Star Beer partners with Morgan Mercantile for the perfect Texan gift this holiday season. The national beer of Texas offers limited time merch for guests to order through its online shop beginning Thursday, December 7.
All items are available for national shipping, including:
Bakery Lorraine will offer Halloween themed tarts, cookies, moonpies, and macarons from October 28 through October 31, 2023. Photo: Bakery Lorraine, used with permission.
Bakery Lorraine is excited to announce that its Halloween treats are back this year for some spooky fun everyone can enjoy. From Saturday, October 28 until Tuesday, October 31, these fun Halloween treats will be available at all Bakery Lorraine locations. The delectable pastries are sure to satisfy any Halloween sweet tooth craving, whether at a Halloween themed party, welcoming trick-or-treaters or just enjoying a solo spooky treat. (Bakery Lorraine, 2023)
Its Halloween offerings include the below pastries:
Black Cat Tart – Milk chocolate mousse with a white chocolate mousse filling, chocolate shortbread base, chocolate eyes and ears
White Chocolate Mummy Tart – Buttery lemon curd in a crisp tart shell topped with torched meringue and two chocolate chips for the mummy’s eyes
Spooky Chocolate Caramel Tart – Salted caramel with a white chocolate glaze and spooky chocolate bats
Gingerbread Voodoo Doll – Gingerbread cookie dipped in milk chocolate and royal icing decor
Ghost Moonpie – Fluffy honey marshmallow sandwiched in between house made graham crackers and dipped in a white chocolate
Additionally, the first 30 children to enter Bakery Lorraine on Tuesday, October 31 only, will receive a FREE macaron. This will take place at every location.
Bakery Lorraine is a San Antonio favorite and nationally recognized pastry shop famous for its colorful macarons and exquisite French pastries. Owned by chefs Anne Ng, Jeremy Mandrell, and operator Charlie Biedenharn, Bakery Lorraine was named one of the best new bakeries in the U.S. by Food & Wine as well as one of the “13 Destination Bakeries” by Conde Nast Traveler. Bakery Lorraine serves handmade French pastries and macarons using the finest ingredients. The bakery serves an all-day menu including items like its Croque Madame, the quiche Lorraine, an assortment of salads and soups and artisan sandwiches. Bakery Lorraine has four locations in San Antonio including one in the Historic Pearl district, one in the Medical Center, one in the RIM shopping center, and one inside The DoSeum. Bakery Lorraine also has an Austin location at the Domain NORTHSIDE and a Boerne location.
Hiatus Spa + Retreat has Valentine’s Day Spa Packages available. Photo: Hiatus Spa + Retreat, used with permission.
Valentine’s Day is just around the corner so if you need some ideas to celebrate, consider the following from Carriqui, Bakery Lorraine, San Antonio Museum of Art, iFLY Indoor Skydiving, and Hiatus Spa + Retreat:
Carriquiwill host its inaugural Valentine’s Day dinner Tuesday, February 14 from 4p.m. to 9p.m. In addition to the regular menu, a three-course tasting menu is also available for $85 per person. Romantic add-ons are available online or can be requested upon arrival at the restaurant. The add-ons include house-made chocolate truffles or long-stem chocolate covered strawberries from the Carriqui pastry team ($25), fresh cut flower bouquet from Statue of Design ($50), and a bottle of Delamotte Brut champagne ($100).
Valentine’s Day Dinner at Carriqui 239 E. Grayson, San Antonio, TX 78215 Tuesday, February 14 – 4p.m. to 9p.m.
The three-course tasting menu includes:
1st Course – Choice of avocado and tomato salad with arugula, goat cheese, Texas Black Garlic Vinaigrette or Gulf Shrimp bisque with grilled toast and chive cream. 2nd Course – Choice of Marinated Redfish with charred broccolini, avocado mousse and kale chips, Smoked grilled ribeye with crispy potatoes and horseradish cream, or Braised cauliflower with fennel-spiced corn crumble and chili butter. 3rd Course – Choice of chocolate cake with caramel mousse, and almond sesame brittle or lime cheesecake with coconut graham cracker crust.
************************************************** Valentine’s Day Sweets & Flowers for pre-order at Bakery Lorraine All San Antonio locations Pastries available from Saturday February 11 to Tuesday February 14 Pre-order Flowers by Emma Lily Flowers from Wednesday January 25to Friday February 10
For foodies looking forward to delectable Valentine’s sweets, Bakery Lorraine has pastries exclusive to the Valentine’s Day holiday at all of their San Antonio locations from Saturday, February 11 to Tuesday, February 14. The sweets include Chocolate Raspberry Tart, Grapefruit Tiramisu, Heart Moonpie, Raspberry Rose Japonaise, Strawberry Pop Heart, and Fraisier. In addition to their themed desserts, Bakery Lorraine is also partnering with Flowers by Emma Lily Flowers for guests to pre-order a set of 12pk of macarons with a bouquet for only $70 or a flower box including six macarons for only $40. Macaron flavors include raspberry, pistachio, chocolate, and strawberry rose. Preorders are available from Wednesday, January 25 until Noon on Friday, February 10, and can be ordered on the Bakery Lorraine website. Pickup for pre-orders will be on Tuesday, February 14 at the chosen location.
************************************************** Valentine’s Day Silver Trunk Showat the San Antonio Museum of Art 200 West Jones Avenue San Antonio, TX 78215 Saturday, February 11, 2023 from 10a.m. to 2p.m.
Couples shopping for a unique gift and stunning for their Valentine can head to the shop at the San Antonio Museum of Art on February, 11, 2023 from 10a.m. to 2p.m. where the latest in silver jewelry from Sarah Roberts, Micha Gonzalez, Moose Pablos, and Spratling are waiting to be discovered. The gorgeous works will be available for purchase and will make the perfect addition to any Valentine’s day surprise.
************************************************** In celebration of Valentine’s Day, iFLY Indoor Skydiving is spreading the love by offering a special “Love Is in the Air” package for first-time flyers that will include four flights and two videos shared by two people. This package is a perfect idea for adventurous couples, friends, and families seeking a thrill this Valentine’s Day. Whether it is for a unique Valentine’s Day date night or a one-of-a-kind Valentine’s Day celebration, iFLY brings loved ones together for an unforgettable experience.
The exclusive package will be available for purchase online from February 2 through February 19. Flights must be purchased, booked and used at a participating U.S. iFLY Indoor Skydiving location within the promotional timeframe (2/2/23 – 2/19/23) for flights to be redeemable. Prices vary per iFLY location.
Signed, Sealed, Delivered (I’m Yours) Send your sweetheart off on a “choose your own spa adventure” only to return more rejuvenated and relaxed than ever before. They’ll get to pick any 3 of our Essential Services — The Signature Massage, The Tailor-Made Facial, The One & Only Mani/Pedi, The Body Wrap, The Body Glow,* or Acupuncture.* $299 ($350 value) *available only at specific Hiatus spa locations
The Love Birds (EarlyBird CBD Partnership) Begin with a crushed rose petal and organic sugar foot soak, heartwarming hot stone shoulder massage then relax side-by-side in a couples massage with our house-blended love potion of rose, jasmine, vetiver and coco butter. Then take flight with EarlyBird Full Spectrum CBD Gummies and float through the rest of your day feeling chill and relaxed. ($350 / $279 H-Circle Member)
Bakery Lorraine’s pecan pie. Photo: Bakery Lorraine, used with permission.
Bakery Lorraine is ready for the holiday season and they have some new menu offerings that are sure to be the envy of every holiday party. Their specialty items include Bûche de Noël, specialty apple pies, whiskey pecan pie, and more. No masterpiece is made instantly, so their specialty desserts will require at least a 72 hour advance notice. Their delectable desserts are available for takeout to share with family and friends at home and you can check for availability and order online or you can call a location directly to place an order. (Bakery Lorraine, 2022)
December 2022 Menu:
Redberry Tart (December fruit tart) – Vanilla mascarpone filling with fresh raspberry
Chocolate Caramel Tart – Caramel filling topped with a chocolate ganache and mini chocolate macaron
Mocha Tart – Coffee mousse, Irish cream and salty caramel, enrobed in a chocolate almond magic shell
Rum Cake – Sour cream cake, heavily soaked in rum glaze and topped with gold flakes (does contain alcohol)
Gingerbread Man – Spicy gingerbread cookie dipped in dark chocolate
Opera Cake- Almond sponge soaked in an espresso-brandy syrup, layered with chocolate ganache and coffee buttercream
Red Velvet Cake – Layered with a light cream cheese frosting
December Macaron Flavors – White chocolate peppermint, caramel apple, angel food, eggnog, pistachio, raspberry, chocolate, earl grey, dark chocolate cassis, and gingerbread
Bûche de Noël (Available December 12 – 24) for $48 – Black forest Christmas log: Tart cherries, vanilla mousse, chocolate sponge cake soaked in a spiced kirsch syrup *decorative mushrooms may vary*
Apple Cranberry Pie (Available December 12 – 24) for $28
Dutch Apple Pie (Available December 12 – 24) for $28
Whiskey Pecan Pie (Available December 12 – 24) for $26
Bakery Lorraine will also feature the following macarons throughout the month of December:
Pistachio
Earl Grey
Raspberry
Angel Food
Cassis
Eggnog
Chocolate
Caramel apple
Peppermint
Gingerbread
Hazelnut
Orange Dark Chocolate
Bakery Lorraine is a San Antonio favorite and nationally recognized pastry shop famous for its colorful macarons and exquisite French pastries. Owned by chefs Anne Ng, Jeremy Mandrell, and operator Charlie Biedenharn, Bakery Lorraine was named one of the best new bakeries in the U.S. by Food & Wine as well as one of the “13 Destination Bakeries” by Conde Nast Traveler. Bakery Lorraine serves handmade French pastries and macarons using the finest ingredients. The bakery serves an all-day menu including items like its Croque Madame, the quiche Lorraine, an assortment of salads and soups, and artisan sandwiches. Bakery Lorraine has four locations in San Antonio including one in the Historic Pearl district, one in the Medical Center, one in the RIM shopping center, and one inside The DoSeum. Bakery Lorraine also has an Austin location at the Domain Northside, and their newest location is located in Boerne.
