National Michelada Day is Friday July 12, 2024. Photo: Twang, used with permission.
As National Michelada Day approaches on July 12, Twang is sharing a recipe to elevate your celebration using Twang Michelada Mix & Twang Reserve Michelada Rimming Salt. Twang, a Tex-Mex inspired, family-driven company, specializes in the creation of products with flavored salt, sugar, and spice blends. (Twang, 2024)
Raise your glass to celebrate National Michelada day with Twang’s Classic Michelada recipe below:
Twang Classic Michelada
Ingredients:
Twang Reserve Michelada Rimming Salt
Choice of Twang Classic Michelada Mix, Spicy Michelada Mix or Pickle Michelada Mix
Mexican Lager of your choosing
Lime
Directions:
Rim glass with Twang Reserve Michelada Salt then fill with ice.
Add choice of Twang Michelada Mix and Mexican Lager.
Garnish with a lime wedge and enjoy!
The secret to making the perfect Michelada is the 16oz. Twang Michelada Mix. Crafted with a blend of versatile and flavorful ingredients, Twang enhances the flavor of any beer with its rich and zesty flavor. Flavors include the Classic Michelada Mix, Spicy Michelada Mix and Pickle Michelada Mix. Priced at just $7.00 each, this mix is a staple for anyone who loves to celebrate with a flavorful and fun drink.
Made from premium salts and a blend of unique spices, Twang Reserve Michelada Rimming Salt adds a savory kick to your Michelada. Enjoy a perfectly salted rim ready to pair with any beverage priced at just $4.00.
Rehab Revolution Apparel has unique apparel for nurses, therapists, and patients. Courtesy photo, used with permission.
Specialized clothing and gifts for medical professionals are an excellent way to recognize their dedication and care. Whether it’s a small token of appreciation or a meaningful item, such gestures can brighten their day and show gratitude for their tireless efforts. It’s a way to acknowledge their hard work, especially in demanding times, and to remind them that their compassion does not go unnoticed. Most of all, they promote a sense of camaraderie and appreciation within the healthcare community. When it comes to gift giving and getting, Rehab Revolution Apparel is leading the way.
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Courtesy photo, used with permission.
Gifts from Rehab Revolution Apparel make excellent gifts for the medical professional in your life, or even yourself, to celebrate your hard work and accomplishments. If you know someone who is celebrating being cancer free or recuperating from an illness or surgery, they have gifts for that too. Customized gifts are more personal and thoughtful. So check out the wide selection of gifts and start shopping!
Created by Schlitterbahn’s founding family, the new boutique RV resort brings a high-end and personalized approach to camping. Photo: CoPilot Creative, used with permission.
With Memorial Day marking the unofficial start to summer, if you’re looking for vacation ideas, here’s a new RV resort that just opened in New Braunfels.
The family who founded the iconic Schlitterbahn waterpark recently announced that Camp Landa, a new boutique RV resort in the heart of New Braunfels, has opened to the public. With a prime location in historic downtown New Braunfels – and conveniently situated by the edge of the Comal River – travelers can now experience high-end camping in the Texas Hill Country in its entirety. RV sites and cabins are now available for reservations online. Follow Camp Landa on Instagram for special announcements, such as summer programming.(Camp Landa, 2024)
Camp Landa was previously the site for manufacturing water attractions for Schlitterbahn dating back to the early 1980s. The land has since been reconstructed to ensure an authentic yet upscale camping getaway for the entire family, with amenities like a heated pool, Wi-Fi, a camp store, on-site laundry, a fire pit with s’mores available for purchase, pickleball courts, basketball, and cornhole boards. Food and beverage options at the swim-up bar include cocktails like Camp Landa Agua Fresca and Blackberry Jalapeño Margarita and a café that features a menu with selections such as Rueben Egg Rolls and The Hurta Loaded Bavarian Pretzel which is topped with sauerkraut and Rust Meat Market old world bratwurst. Grilling ingredients can be ordered through Camp Landa’s personal text app, as well, for campers who want to barbecue at their leisure.
There is also a rotating programming schedule and organized activities for kids, along with a jump pad, a crafting station, and a playground. Families can choose between multiple level sites with a total of 110 to choose from – plus unique offerings, such as picnic tables and grills – all of which provide fast and easy hook-up for their RV. For travelers without an RV, there are five cozy cabins that sleep eight guests and come with a fully stocked kitchen, an outdoor dining area and a personal grill. Located less than a mile from Landa Falls – the longest float on the Comal – there’s a dedicated shuttle to and from the resort to the river. A text concierge is also available to provide insider tips for exploring New Braunfels.
“Our family is ecstatic to welcome the community and roadtrippers to our destination RV resort in picturesque New Braunfels. I promise you, Camp Landa is luxury camping made simple. We’ve thought of it all so that guests and families can just show up and enjoy an elevated camping experience curated by our team of experts.” – founder Stuart Blythin
Husband and wife duo Stuart and Tasha Blythin created Camp Landa after time spent traveling across the country with their four kids during the pandemic via their own RV, where they developed a shared enthusiasm for exploration. They connected with the fellowship found at campgrounds and RV parks across the American West.
The locals – and their children, who also work at the resort – intend for Camp Landa to become a must-visit destination RV resort for travelers from around the country. The Blythins are guided by a genuine love for hospitality, and the family has more than 50 years of experience in hosting and entertaining generations of Texas families.
Inspired by Tasha Blythin’s family history as a sixth-generation Texan and her ties to Schlitterbahn – where she and Stuart met in 2004 before her family sold the waterpark in 2019 – the essence of Camp Landa draws upon the original Camp Landa which Tasha’s grandparents purchased in 1966 and eventually developed into Schlitterbahn, along with its New Braunfels’ German heritage. It evokes “Fernweh,” the longing feeling in our hearts to pack a bag and discover a place, known or unknown. Original aspects of Schlitterbahn have been saved and are reflected at Camp Landa, including a smoke stack from one of the main buildings, which was sourced from the original slide manufacturing plant for the waterpark.
Camp Landa is located at 723 N. Walnut Ave., New Braunfels, TX 78130. Hours of operation for the café and other staffed amenities are 8a.m. to 6p.m. daily and 8a.m. to p.m. during the summer months.
Katie Hayes and Abigayle Rosser, Lagree Fitness Trainers and Co-Owners of Urban Lagree. Photo: Urban Lagree, used with permission.
Boutique fitness studio Urban Lagree is excited to announce it will be opening its first San Antonio location next month. The studio focuses on workouts that promote core stability, cardio endurance, and high-intensity strength training. Urban Lagree will open in central San Antonio at 3910 McCullough Avenue in Olmos Park on Monday, June 10, 2024. (Urban Lagree, 2024)
To celebrate its San Antonio opening, Urban Lagree will host a free Open House event at the studio on Saturday, June 15 from 11a.m. to 1p.m. where guests can stop by and learn more about the Lagree Fitness method. The event will feature health and wellness vendors, giveaways, music by a local DJ, and more.
Urban Lagree offers the popular Lagree Fitness method, a high intensity, low impact workout focused on muscular endurance using a specialized machine called the Megaformer. The Lagree method was started in 1998 by Sebastien Lagree and is a workout that continues to grow globally. It is a celebrity workout that has been adopted by Jennifer Aniston, Kim Kardashian, and many more. Urban Lagree will be the first studio in San Antonio to offer Lagree classes instructed on the latest Megaformer – the Mega Pro – a streamlined version of its predecessor now including tilting platforms.
“We are thrilled to bring Urban Lagree to San Antonio. Nothing can beat the Lagree method when it comes to toning and shaping your body. We look forward to sharing this strength training workout with this new community.” – Lagree Fitness Trainers and Co-Owners Katie Hayes and Abigayle Rosser
Lagree Fitness is the only workout that effectively combines Strength, Endurance, Cardio, Core, Body Stability, and Flexibility in every class. The resistance training targets the slow twitch muscles of the legs, arms, obliques, and core to provide a full body workout. Every move is performed slowly and against constant tension which activates metabolism, and burns fat and calories.
Urban Lagree is a workout meant for everyone. The studio focuses on building a fitness community by delivering consistent workouts that are accessible to all. Whether clients are recovering from injury, taking their fitness goal to the next level, or simply needing a change, Urban Lagree is designed to help. The studio offers a workout that will tone and shape the body by focusing on improving overall strength, endurance, and core stability.
Urban Lagree’s San Antonio location will feature a mural by local artist Joseph Ramey as well as all-new Mega Pro machines that are designed with increased ergonomic capabilities that ensure the client experiences a more targeted workout.
To celebrate its San Antonio launch, Urban Lagree will be offering a limited quantity of Founding Membership that includes unlimited classes for $165 a month as well as a limited 10-Pack class for $175 – there will also be other membership options and drop in rates ($30 per class). Pre-sale for the San Antonio location is now available and clients can view all membership options and rates here.
For the first month following Urban Lagree’s opening, the studio will solely offer its signature 45-minute Full Body workout. In the following months, Urban Lagree will also begin offering classes for the advanced fitness enthusiast, the beginner, private classes, and studio buyouts that can accommodate parties of up to 12. A full list of classes with specifics on the workouts is available here.
Urban Lagree is owned and led by Lagree fitness trainers Abigayle Rosser and Katie Hayes. The pair also own two Urban Lagree fitness studios in Austin and will soon open a third location in South Austin. Rosser and Hayes are dedicated to creating a fitness community that promotes both physical and mental well-being. Urban Lagree San Antonio will offer classes seven days a week.
The fresh brews are available 24/7 with New Vanilla, Caramel, and Mocha flavors to sweeten the deal. Photo: Whataburger, used with permission.
Attention Whataburgerfans: Your favorite burger spot now doubles as your go-to coffee shop. Introducing Whataburger’s new Iced Coffee, now available at all locations systemwide. This refreshing pick-me-up will be served all day, every day, along with an all-new hot coffee blend for a caffeine fix whenever you need it. This is excellent news if you live in a small town like I do. (Whataburger, 2024)
Iced Coffee takes Whataburger’s “Goodness 24/7” promise to a new level. Order it black — if you’re all business — or opt for the delicious flavors of Vanilla, Caramel or Mocha added to the new brew. Cold and crisp from the first sip, Whataburger’s iced coffee is a great companion wherever the day — or night — takes you.
“Our customers wanted iced coffee, so we took the opportunity to elevate our entire coffee lineup. We sourced beans from the coffee belts of Central and South America, and our menu team spent significant time researching and testing new recipes. The result is a premium, proprietary blend with the quality our Guests expect to fuel them 24/7. And with the addition of Vanilla, Mocha and Caramel flavors, you can customize your coffee to have it ‘just like you like it.’” – Scott Hudler, Whataburger Senior Vice President and Chief Marketing Officer
Whataburger’s new coffee is a premium blend of 100% Arabica beans. The balanced but flavorful mix was created for Whataburger using beans from Colombia, Honduras, and Nicaragua. Whataburger Iced Coffee blend has the bold aroma of dark-roasted coffee, rounded out by a blend of nutty, smoky and toasted flavor notes and a vibrant finish.
If you prefer a traditional, steaming cup of Joe, the new Whataburger Hot Coffee (both regular and decaf) has the classic aroma of a medium roast hot-brewed coffee, medium body, smooth finish and flavor notes of citrus and brown sugar. Even better, it’s available all day, every day — eliminating the coffee desert that exists after midnight in most cities.
Piping hot or ice-cold, both coffees are the perfect companion to Whataburger’s sweet and savory menu items. Get your morning motivation with a Classic Hot Coffee and a Cinnamon Roll, or energize your afternoon with an Iced Vanilla Coffee and Fries.
About Whataburger: Whataburger serves up Goodness 24/7. Our original recipes are made to order, just like you like it, and we pride ourselves on extraordinary hospitality and meaningful connections in our communities. That’s what’s led fans to Whataburger since Harmon Dobson served our first customer in 1950. Headquartered in San Antonio, we’ve stayed close to our roots while building sales of more than $3 billion annually across our 15-state footprint and over 1,000 restaurants. Even with our exceptional menu, we know that people make the difference at Whataburger. That’s why we’re among QSR Magazine’s Best Brands to Work For in 2023 and consistently win culture excellence awards, including Top Workplaces 2023.
Treat mom to some special treats from Bakery Lorraine. Photo: Bakery Lorraine, used with permission.
Mother’s Day is this Sunday May 12 and if you’re still looking for ideas to celebrate mom on her special day, several businesses in the San Antonio area have special offerings available. Whether mom likes a spa day, brunch, sweets, or a day at the theater, here’s a selection of what’s hot this year. (Thompson San Antonio – Riverwalk, Bakery Lorraine, Plaza San Antonio Hotel & Spa, Children’s Ballet of San Antonio, 2024)
The Mother’s Day Brunch will be from 11a.m. – 3p.m. on Sunday, May 12 at Landrace. Menu highlights will include classic brunch delights like French toast topped with seasonal compote, buttermilk biscuits with maple gravy, and fresh breakfast pastries, alongside a champagne wall and mimosa cart to clink cheers.
The Thompson Spa will be offering special Mother’s Day treatments throughout the month of May, so that children can treat their mothers to the ultimate day of relaxation. Treatments for mom include a “Spring Goddess Glow Package” with a green tea firming body treatment and 50-minute massage, a “Royal Rose Package” with a deeply nourishing facial and body treatment, and a “Love Yourself Peppermint Mani-Pedi.” The full spa menu is available here.
** Bakery Lorraine **
Bakery Lorraine has special treats that will be sure to make any mother feel appreciated on this special day.
For lovers of flowers and sweet treats, Bakery Lorraine is excited to offer a petite bouquet with a box of 6 Parisian macarons, perfect for celebrating Mother’s Day. The Macarons — whose flavors include Triple Vanilla, Pistachio, and Raspberry — will be elegantly stored in a unique and limited time floral box. This special offer can be purchased for $50 online through the Bakery Lorraine website or in store (all stores except the Doseum location in San Antonio).
The last day to order one of these bouquets and macarons will be on Thursday, May 9. Each order is available for pickup at the Bakery Lorraine location of choice between 10a.m. and 6p.m. on Saturday, May 11, or Sunday, May 12, 2024.
In addition to pre-orders, Bakery Lorraine is hosting a small make your own Mother’s Day Card at all locations (except Doseum in San Antonio) from 2p.m. to close on Thursday, May 9. This is a free event that will be available while supplies last. Additionally, guests in San Antonio can visit Bakery Lorraine at Pearl on Saturday, May 11 for a flower shop pop-up to purchase locally made bouquets.
** Plaza San Antonio Hotel & Spa **
Plaza San Antonio Hotel & Spa, the recently opened Autograph Collection hotel in downtown, is pleased to announce its Mother’s Day (May 12) offerings to pamper moms this season. Bridging Downtown and Southtown neighborhoods, the Plaza San Antonio’s lush garden oasis and reimagined environment is a sanctuary of connectivity with extraordinary cuisine, culture, creativity, and community. Mom can enjoy an onsite garden oasis bar, pool, spa, and a lively restaurant with honest food and drinks ranging from hearty to healthy. Below is a breakdown of the specials available for Mother’s Day.
Nestled within the historic grounds of San Antonio’s only Autograph Collection Hotel, The Spa Plaza San Antonio offers a restorative approach to health and wellness. To help pamper moms, local or visiting, the hotel will offer several limited-time treatment packages at its luxurious spa. All the treatments can be booked through the Spa’s website and are included below:
Side-by-Side Mani Pedi – $200
Side-by-Side Massage – $350
Treat Yourself – $150
In addition to the unique offerings at the hotel’s Spa, guests can also celebrate mom and elevate the day with a brunch feast at Corinne San Antonio. With a modern, comfortable design and refreshing menu that offers a new take on San Antonio dining, Corinne provides a perfect place to gather for Mother’s Day. The Brunch menu includes Chorizo Devilled Eggs, Mezcal Shrimp Cocktail, Sweet Corn Cake Eggs Benedict, Lump Crab Frittata, and more.
To cap off the delightful brunch, guests can then head over to Anaqua Garden Bar for a celebratory drink with mom. Anaqua Garden Bar is a hidden gem located in the heart of Plaza San Antonio Hotel & Spa’s garden oasis. Inspired and named after the property’s champion Anaqua tree, this garden bar features a menu highlighting the fusion of Japanese flavors with Latin tradition, botanical cocktails, lush seating and a curated soundtrack to create a chill Zen oasis to celebrate mom.
Limited Time Specialty Spa Treatments: Valid Wednesday, May 1, 2024 through Friday, May 31, 2024* during Spa operating hours *Excluding Memorial Day weekend (May 25-27)
Corinne San Antonio Sunday Brunch Hours: 7a.m. – 2p.m.
Anaqua Garden Bar Sunday Hours: 11a.m. – 10p.m.
The Spa Plaza San Antonio & Corinne San Antonio 555 S Alamo St San Antonio, TX 78205
Valet parking is available at the hotel at $15 for three hours.
** Children’s Ballet of San Antonio **
The Children’s Ballet of San Antonio (CBSA) invites you to a magical ball you don’t want to miss. The company will bring to life the classic Cinderella, the timeless love story, complete with a wicked stepmother, clumsy stepsisters, a fairy-godmother, and of course a handsome prince. Experience an enchanting performance for the whole family with opulent costumes, dreamlike digital and physical scenery and award-winning performers and choreographers, all set to the soaring score by Sergei Prokofiev. Taking place at the stunning Majestic Theatre on May 10 and 11, Cinderella is a dream come true that is sure to awaken child-like wonder in all ages.
A talented cast of roughly 200 young CBSA artists, ages 3-19, present this romantic fairy tale as only the Children’s Ballet can. The audience will be swept away by original Disney ballads such as “So This is Love” performed through stunning ballet artistry and incredible vocal talent transforming Cinderella into an avant-garde fairy tale classic. Classical ballet combined with an eclectic mix of awe-inspiring aerial acrobatics, hip-hop, and gymnastics create an exciting 90-minute production that will transfix even the youngest audience members.
Guests are encouraged to don their finest frocks, present their prettiest princess dresses, or come as a quinceañera queen to make it a truly magical affair to remember. Upon arrival, guests can take photos with the cast and even purchase tiaras, tutus, and fairy wands on-site! All audience members are sure to be wowed by the venue: downtown’s stunning Majestic Theatre. It’s the perfect place for a Cinderella story fit for a princess.
The Majestic Theatre 224 E. Houston Street San Antonio, TX 78205
Friday May 10, 6p.m. doors, 7p.m. show Saturday May 11, 1p.m. doors, 2p.m. show Saturday May 11, 6p.m. doors, 7p.m. show Tickets are available on the Children’s Ballet of San Antonio website.
Twang-partnered VIVA Beer launches on May 5, 2024. Photo: Twang, used with permission.
Twang is excited to announce its collaboration with local beloved brewery—Alamo Beer Company—for a new Spicy Micheladaflavored VIVA Beer. The new beer, launching May 5, is crafted with Twang’s Spicy Michelada Mix. It will be available for purchase at Alamo Beer Company at the launch party and will be available for purchase in 19.2 ounce tallboy cans from the brewery. (Twang, 2024)
“We are so thrilled to partner with our good friends at Alamo Beer Company. Our Spicy Michelada Mix pairs perfectly with VIVA Beer, so it felt like a great collaboration to bring a delicious taste of flavors that San Antonians can raise a glass to.” – Twang CEO Elysia Treviño-Gonzales
In honor of the Spicy Michelada VIVA Beer launch, Alamo Beer Company and Twang are hosting a LaunchParty from 11a.m. to 4p.m. on Sunday, May 5. The new beer will be available for purchase in 19.2 ounce tallboy cans to be enjoyed at the brewery and to-go. Vendors like El Retonito, Bad USA, AJ’s Snack Shack, NeighborPhood, To the Moon Creations, and more will also be set up at the event for guests to enjoy.
“Twang has been the perfect partner for our newest VIVA Beer brand. Prioritizing quality, flavor and community is at the core of VIVA and Twang. We hope San Antonio and beyond is as excited to try the new Spicy Michelada Beer as we are to share it with everyone.” – Alamo Beer Company Founder/CEO Eugene Simor
The Spicy Michelada VIVA Beer is available for purchase in 6-pack and 12-pack options in addition to single tallboy cans at the brewery. The single tallboy cans are available for purchase at all H-E-B locations across San Antonio and New Braunfels, select convenience stores across both cities, and at Go Rio in San Antonio.
Established in 1986, Twang Partners, LLC is a trailblazing Latino-founded company dedicated to crafting premium-flavored salts, sugars, and seasoning blends. With a rich history spanning over three decades, Twang consistently delivers top-quality products authentically made to enhance the taste, appearance and enjoyment of food and beverages. At the heart of Twang’s diverse portfolio are grab and go Flavored Salts, Beer Salts, Drink Rimmers, and an All-In-One Michelada Cocktail mix. Additionally, Twang specializes in crafting blends tailored for the food service industry. Our commitment to quality and innovation has driven successful collaborations with top food and beverage companies worldwide, resulting in custom toppings and inclusions that redefine culinary experiences.
Since December 2014, Alamo Beer Company has proudly brewed the only beer to bear the ALAMO name since the start of Prohibition in 1919. And just like the stories of The Alamo Defenders, the history of our beer is our courageous, independent, unrestrained and true to itself. Alamo Beer Company and VIVA Beer merged together in 2022. Since then, they have been working hand in hand to craft exceptional experiences, celebrate the essence of San Antonio, and raise a toast to the vibrant craft beer culture that defines our beloved city.
New menu offerings are available starting May 1 while supplies last. Photo: Taco Cabana, used with permission.
Tex-Mex innovator Taco Cabana (TC) is thrilled to announce the debut of its enticing new limited-time menu offerings, just in time for Cinco de Mayo celebrations. Items are available starting on Wednesday, May 1 in all Texas locations while supplies last. (Taco Cabana, 2024)
Included in the new lineup are breakfast, lunch and dinner Tortas, mouthwatering Loaded Fries, all new Happy Hour offerings, and a partnership with Jarritos for an irresistible new margarita.
Taco Cabana elevates the Tex-Mex experience to new heights with bold flavors and vibrant dining. TC is bringing back the Breakfast Tortas, and they are better than ever. The tortas for breakfast include Bacon & Egg, Chorizo & Egg or Country Sausage & Egg, all piled high on a bed of refried beans, then topped with pico de gallo and shredded cheese. The new lunch and dinner torta options are stacked with refried beans, your pick of Carne Asada, Steak Fajita, or Chicken Fajita, plus a mix of fresh shredded lettuce and pico de gallo. The whole lineup of Tortas are available all day and served with a side of house made Salsa Ranch.
The new Loaded Fries are an irresistible fusion of flavors and include a Carne Asada option topped with queso, sour cream, guacamole and pico de gallo and a Chili Cheese option served with queso and chili con carne. Plain fries will also be available as a great add-on to any meal.
The new Happy Hour offerings will be available from 3p.m. to 6p.m. every Sunday through Thursday, and will feature $2 Margaritas and domestic beers, half-priced Bean & Cheese Nachos, 3-pack Flautas and small Cheese Quesadillas. These delicious items are sure to add a festive flair to your Cinco de Mayo festivities.
The Jarritos partnership introduces a new Mandarin Margarita that brings the perfect refreshing beverage to Taco Cabana, just in time for warmer weather. Jarritos Mandarin Sodas will also be available at Taco Cabana Texas locations for a non-alcoholic Jarritos experience.
“This new exciting chapter allows us to showcase our culinary innovations and unwavering commitment to excellence. We’re blending tradition with contemporary flair. We’re devoted to captivating fresh audiences through this approach, offering additional incentives to come together and celebrate with our all new Happy Hour lineup and our thrilling collaboration with Jarritos!” – Ulyses Camacho, President and COO of Taco Cabana
The excitement doesn’t stop there at Taco Cabana. Locations in San Antonio will be testing new Jr. Bowls and Burritos beginning May 1, bringing the same great flavors and quality ingredients in a convenient value-sized package. Whether it’s a quick bite on the go or a satisfying meal to fuel the day, Taco Cabana’s got something for everyone at an unbeatable price. Download the MYTC! App and join MYTC! Loyalty Rewards for special offers and exclusive TC news.
Taco Cabana, a subsidiary of YTC Enterprises, LLC, was founded in 1978. The brand specializes in Mexican-inspired food including breakfast, lunch and dinner tacos, dozen taco boxes, enchiladas, fajitas, quesadillas, flautas, burritos, double crunch pizzas, freshly-made flour tortillas and a selection of made-from-scratch salsas and sauces. Restaurants feature open-display cooking, a selection of bottled beer and signature tequila margaritas, patio dining, drive-thru windows, curbside pick-up and delivery. As of January 1, 2024, Taco Cabana operates 143 company-owned restaurants in Texas.
The highly anticipated destination centered around Texas food and local agriculture features a specialty grocer, tortilleria, bakery, quick-service eatery, restaurants, and more. Photo: Robert Lerma, used with permission.
There is always something new and exciting going on at Pearl. From the farmers market to restaurants and special events, guests have a variety of of shopping and dining options. Some of my most memorable moments in San Antonio took place there. Today, I’m happy to share that today, Pullman Market is making its grand debut.
Emmer & Rye Hospitality Group’s Pullman Market, the largest culinary market in the Southwest, opens at Pearlon Tuesday, April 23. Visitors will be able to enjoy the market’s specialty grocer, featuring Texas-based produce and goods from over 150 suppliers throughout the state. Two of the market’s four restaurants, Fife & Farro and Mezquite, are also set to open on April 23. (Emmer & Rye Hospitality Group, 2024)
“Pullman Market is the first project of its kind in San Antonio and the region. We’re most excited about providing a space for guests to get a taste of the ideals that make this city great: community, hospitality and high-quality food. There’s something for everyone at Pullman Market. You can grab a quick bite, stay awhile at one of our restaurants, discover fresh local ingredients or grab something premade to make mealtime easy – knowing it’s all been sourced with a commitment to quality and sustainability in an effort to offer the best we can for our community.” – Kevin Fink, Emmer & Rye Hospitality Group Partner
The 40,000-square-foot market is located in the former Samuels Glass Company headquarters at Pearl, which has continued to evolve as a culinary hub of San Antonio. Pearl is a dynamic neighborhood built around the historic Pearl Brewery located just north of downtown San Antonio. Located in the heart of Pearl, Pullman Market was designed by award-winning Texas architecture firms Clayton Korte and Burton Baldridge and interior design firm Joel Mozersky Design.
Pullman Market celebrates everything food related and is about creating easier relationships between local producers and the community. The specialty market features over 150 Texas vendors supplying fresh produce, meat, cheese, wine, beer, and more. The market also features a retail section with a selection of locally sourced home and beauty goods, chef supplies, toys and more, as well as a high-quality grab-and-go meal case. Visitors will also be able to pick up provisions from the on-site tortilleria and sourdough bakery.
In addition to the specialty market, Pullman Market features five casual to-go concepts with items such as burgers, tacos, ceviche, sandwiches, coffee and ice cream, the latter of which includes flavors created by award-winning pastry chef Tavel Bristol-Joseph. Pullman Market also includes four restaurant concepts, two of which will open on April 23: Fife & Farro and Mezquite.
Fife & Farro is a family-friendly, no-reservations-required eatery specializing in wood-fired sourdough pizza and handmade heritage grain pasta. Fife & Farro is open for dinner only from 5p.m. to 10p.m. Monday and Tuesday and for lunch and dinner from 11a.m. to 10p.m. Wednesday-Sunday.
Mezquite focuses on the cuisine of Sonora, Mexico, with a dedicated mezcal bar named Mezcaleria. Mezquite and Mezcaleria are open for lunch and dinner from 11a.m. to 10p.m. Thursday-Tuesday and for dinner only from 5p.m. to 10p.m. on Wednesday.
The remaining Pullman Market full-service restaurants, Isidore and Nicosi, are scheduled to open later this spring. Isidore will feature an elevated dining experience where reservations will be required and the menu will change regularly, highlighting the best ingredients of the season. Nicosi, created by Bristol-Joseph, will be an intimate dessert bar with 20 seats and a no-phone policy. Stay tuned for an opening announcement in the coming weeks.
Pullman Market is located at 221 Newell Ave., San Antonio, TX 78215. The market’s operating hours are 8a.m. to 9p.m. Sunday-Thursday and 8a.m. to 10p.m. Friday and Saturday.
Pearl is a dynamic neighborhood built around the historic Pearl Brewery, which operated from 1883 to 1999. Located just north of downtown San Antonio on the banks of the San Antonio River, it is home to architecturally significant buildings like the brewhouse and stable – both built in 1894 – and numerous plazas. Today, Pearl is home to dozens of unique culinary concepts, one-of-a-kind retail, weekend markets, residential communities, innovative office tenants, the San Antonio campus of the Culinary Institute of America and the award-winning Hotel Emma. Pearl is a vibrant district where the community gathers to play, work and live; it is a place where things are made and celebrated with purpose and sincerity. We invite all to gather and experience the best of what San Antonio has to offer.
Spa For A Cause during Earth Month benefits Charity:Water. Photo: Hiatus Spa + Retreat, used with permission.
Earth Month, celebrated annually in April, serves as a global reminder of our planet’s fragility and the urgent need for environmental stewardship. It’s a time for individuals, communities, and organizations to unite in sustainable actions, raising awareness about pressing environmental issues like climate change, pollution, and biodiversity loss. Earth Month is a call to action, inspiring collective responsibility and fostering a deeper connection to nature, emphasizing the importance of sustainable living and conservation efforts year-round.
Hiatus Spa + Retreat, the award-winning Texas day spa with eight locations across the state, is delighted to announce its annual Spa for a Cause campaign to celebrate Earth Month, taking place from April 1-30. Each Hiatus Spa location and online will raffle off one of their most popular HydraFacial services, with 100% of ticket proceeds benefiting Charity: Water, a nonprofit organization bringing clean and safe drinking water to millions of people around the world. (Hiatus Spa + Retreat, 2024)
The Change Your Life HydraFacial®, valued at $305, is the ultimate treatment that includes all the luxurious essentials of the HydraFacial System while balancing performance and relaxation. Guests can purchase one raffle ticket for $5 or five raffle tickets for $20 at any of the eight locations or online throughout April.
Since 2016, Hiatus has funded two wells through Charity: Water, one in the Tigray region of Ethiopia and one in Jahapur, Bangladesh. This has given over 700 people access to clean water.
Hiatus Spa + Retreat was founded in Dallas in 2007 by longtime friends Sheila Garrison, Kristin Heaton Peabody, and Bill Garrison. With eight locations across Texas, eight years on Inc. 500’s fastest-growing companies list and an innovative spa subscription model, Hiatus Spa + Retreat is a fresh kind of full-service spa that has changed the wellness industry. Powered by products with environmentally friendly ingredients and a high-touch experience, Hiatus’ personalized approach to wellness is driven by the view that regular relaxation should be an empowering part of a healthy, happy lifestyle.
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