Veterans Day offers for Sunday

shakeshackicecream — Shake Shack is one business offering veterans special offers on Sunday November 11. Photo: Shake Shack, used with permission.

Veterans Day is observed annually on November 11 and honors military veterans – those who served in the United States Armed Forces. This year it falls on Sunday and many area businesses have special offers for all veterans and active duty military. (Shake Shack, Fast Eddie’s, Pluckers Wing Bar, 2018)

Shake Shack will be treating all veterans and active duty military with a free scoop of Shake Shack Custard (in-shack only) at ALL locations excluding stadiums, ballparks and airports.

Shake Shack
7427 San Pedro Ave, Suite 107
San Antonio, TX 78216

Fast Eddie’s Billiards & Sports Bar is offering FREE POOL from 11p.m. to 2a.m with a valid Veterans or Military ID card.

Fast Eddie’s
7616 Culebra Rd, #103
San Antonio, TX 78251

Pluckers Wing Bar is excited to announce that veterans and active duty military eat free all day on Veterans Day. With a valid military ID, guests can enjoy a complimentary entree, side and a non-alcoholic beverage from Pluckers’ extensive menu (up to $15) when dining at the restaurant.

The Pluckers menu includes their trademark wings paired with signature sauces such as Buffalo, Spicy BBQ, and Spicy Ranch, along with unique flavors, like Fire in the Hole, Ginger Peach Sriracha, Gochujang, and Spicy Mandarin; appetizers like fried pickles and Holy Macaroni; great sandwiches and burgers like the Buffalo Chicken Sandwich and the Bypass Burger topped with bacon, cheddar, grilled onions, and jalapeños; signature salads; and epic sides like waffle fries, macaroni and cheese, and homemade potato chips.

Pluckers Wing Bar
14881 IH 35
North Selma, TX 78154

Second annual Dia de los Muertos celebration at Pearl

pearldayofdead — This year’s Dia de los Muertos celebration will be on Thursday November 1 and Friday November 2. Photo: Matt Buikema, used with permission.

The second annual Dia de los Muertos celebration at the Pearl is scheduled for Thursday November 1 and Friday November 2. Pearl honors the rich traditional Mexican holiday that remembers family and friends who have passed away with altars/ofrendas, live music, a procession, art making and more. The event is free and open to the public and costumes and face painting are encouraged. (Pearl, 2018)

Both days will feature traditional altars created by local and regional artists including Emma Tenayuca, Cruz Ortiz, Al Rendon, Cristina Sosa Noriega and students from Bonham Academy, Twain Academy, Hawthorne Academy and Lamar Academy. Visitors are also invited to honor their loved-ones by contributing to Pearl’s community altar. Several restaurants and retailers on the property will also have their own altars.

Mexico City-based artist Karima Muyaes will also be creating an altar and will be Pearl’s artist-in-residence for Dia de los Muertos. Muyaes’ artwork will be showcased and available for purchase from November 1 through November 11. As an internationally renowned artist and printmaker, Muyaes creates artwork with iconic imagery and characteristic style. Large format paintings, prints, paper skulls, and vintage Mexican masks will be available for sale. Muyaes’ altar/ofrenda in honor of the 43 Mexican male students who disappeared in 2014 will also be on view.

Pearl will have a special La Catrina, a skeletal woman figure adorned in a fine dress and hat, often referred to as Mexico’s Grand Dame of Death, from Mexico City – Estela Williams. Williams is a Mexico, Canada and UK-based actress and performer and will be performing as La Catrina during the event.

Schedule for this event:
November 1 from 4p.m. to 9 p.m. (all at Pearl Park):
• 5p.m. to 5:45p.m. – Live music by Tallercito de Son
• 5:50p.m. to 6p.m. – Ambassador Reyna Torres Mendívil of the Consulado General de México en San Antonio to give remarks
• 5:30p.m. to 7p.m. – Sugar Skull Demo at Hotel Emma.
• 6p.m. to 6:15p.m. – Erica Prosper Nirenberg children’s reading
• 6:15p.m. to 7p.m. – Procession which will include Southwest School of Art children, Matachines, Guadalupe Cultural Arts Center Calavera stilt walkers, Guadalupe Cultural Arts Center Cabezudos, Las Monas, Selena doll, Frida dolls
• 7p.m. to 7:45p.m. – Live music by Conjunto Heritage Taller
• 8p.m. to 9p.m. – Live music by Volcán

November 2 from 5p.m. to 9p.m. (all at Pearl Park):
• 5p.m. to 5:15p.m. – Dr. Reyes children’s reading
• 5:30p.m. to 6:15p.m. – Live music by Conjunto Heritage Taller
• 5:30p.m. to 7p.m. – Sugar Skull Demo at Hotel Emma.
• 6:30p.m. to 7:15p.m. – Live music by San Antonio Mariachi Academy
• 7:30p.m. to 9p.m. – Live music by Azul Barrientos and Band

Pearl Brewery
303 Pearl Parkway, Suite 300
San Antonio, TX 78215
(210) 212-7260

Tower of the Americas goes purple for Domestic Violence Awareness Month

towerofamericas18 — This October, the Tower of the Americas downtown is turning purple in recognition of Domestic Violence Awareness Month. Courtesy photo, used with permission.

October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month (DVAM) and was first recognized in October 1987. Each October, communities across the nation get together to acknowledge the prevalence of domestic violence and honor those who have been affected by violence with vigils, walks and other awareness-raising activities.

In recognition of Domestic Violence Awareness Month, the Tower of the Americas will be lit purple from sunrise to sunset beginning today October 15 through Wednesday October 31. (Tower of the Americas, 2018)

Fast Eddie’s 2nd Annual Hot Dog Eating Competition

fasteddiehotdogs — Fast Eddie’s 2nd Annual Hot Dog Eating Competition takes place this Tuesday July 3 at all locations. Photo: Fast Eddie’s, used with permission.

Attention all foodies: Fast Eddie’s Annual Hot Dog Eating contest is back. This Tuesday July 3, head over to Fast Eddie’s or Eddy’s Tavern from 11a.m. to 11p.m. for the 2^nd Annual Hot Dog Eating Competition. (Fast Eddie’s, 2018)

Fee is only $5 to compete for the grand prize. There will cash prizes for the winners and a month of FREE pool in July. Come out and enjoy the fun, and $2.75 Bud Light brews and $4 Will Turkey. Event will be at all Fast Eddie’s Billiards & Sports Bar locations nationwide.

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

Willie Nelson’s 4th of July Picnic

willienelson18 — This year’s Willie Nelson’s 4th of July Picnic is set for Wednesday July 4. Photo: Circuit of the Americas, used with permission.

Live Nation, C3 Presents and Circuit of The Americas (COTA) recently announced the performance order for the 45th edition of Willie’s 4th of July Picnic on Wednesday, July 4, 2018. This year’s 4th of July Picnic will once again feature two stages: the main Austin360 Amphitheater stage and the Honor Flight Grand Plaza Stage. The all-day event celebrating America’s birthday features performances starting at 11:30a.m. on the Honor Flight Stage. This year’s picnic is excited to announce a very special guest to present the fireworks display to commemorate the show and to celebrate America’s birthday. (Circuit of the Americas, 2018)

Honor Flight Grand Plaza Stage (listed in order of performance):
David Allan Coe, Yellow Feather, Raelyn Nelson Band, Folk Uke, Particle Kid, Gene Watson, Johnny Bush, Ray Wylie Hubbard, Billy Joe Shaver, Asleep at The Wheel

Pavilion Stage (Austin360 Amphitheater – listed in order of performance):
Jamestown Revival, The Wild Feathers, Lukas Nelson and Promise of The Real, Margo Price, Edie Brickell & New Bohemians, Ryan Bingham, The Head and The Heart, Sturgill Simpson, Willie Nelson & Family

The Grand Plaza will have picnic tables where fans can eat, drink, celebrate and watch their favorite artists, as well as a shopping area featuring a wide variety of Texas-based vendors.

Tickets are priced at $99.50 for the GA Pit Section and Reserved Seat Section in front of the stage. Reserved bowl tickets are $52.50–$99.50 and $42.50 for H-E-B General Admission Lawn. All tickets are available for purchase at Ticketmaster, Circuit of the Americas, or by phone at 1-800-745-3000.

Standard parking lots at Circuit of The Americas open at 10a.m. and gates to the Austin360 Amphitheater open at 11a.m. Standard parking is included in the price of the ticket. Premium parking, bus parking, RV parking, as well as campsites are also available to buy at the time tickets are purchased.

As the event is scheduled to run for approximately 13 hours, venue management is extending the opportunity for patrons to bring in one (1) 1-quart-sized clear plastic bag with food, per person, for Willie Nelson’s 4th of July Picnic. Standard venue policy allows patrons to bring in one (1) 20 oz. factory-sealed water bottle, per person.

Willie Nelson’s 4^th of July Picnic will be broadcast live on Willie Nelson’s exclusive SiriusXM channel, Willie’s Roadhouse, Channel 59 on SiriusXM radios and streaming live on the new SiriusXM mobile app and SiriusXM connected devices and speakers. In addition to live sets, the broadcast will include backstage interviews hosted by Willie’s Roadhouse and Outlaw Country DJs Dallas Wayne and Willie’s daughter, Paula Nelson.

Circuit of the Americas
9201 Circuit of the Americas Blvd
Austin, TX 78617

Father’s Day dining at Buddy V’s Ristorante

buddyvpizza — Enjoy a classic Italian meal this Father’s Day at Buddy V’s Ristorante. Photo: Buddy V’s Ristorante, used with permission.

Meal planning for the perfect Father’s Day celebration can be tricky. This Sunday, skip the cliché steakhouse dinner and savor home-cooked recipes from the “Cake Boss” instead – available exclusively at the newly opened Buddy V’s Ristorante at The Shops at La Cantera. (Buddy V’s Ristorante, 2018)

Boasting the same succulent flavor without the hefty price tag, Buddy’s Surf & Turf is a steakhouse staple featuring shrimp scampi, bistro tender medallions, broccolini and chianti sauce. Now available for $30.95.
Oven-baked with provolone and mozzarella, the Bone-In Parmesan Veal Chop weighs an impressive 16 ounces and includes a generous side of spaghetti marinara. Enjoy this colossal dish for $24.95.
Every dad knows a good pizza when he sees one. Smothered in Italian sausage, grandma’s meatballs, Molinari pepperoni, cherry peppers, ricotta, mozzarella and provolone. Buddy’s Favorite Pizza is perfect for dads and kids. Get it now for just $14.95.
Spaghetti is in full supply as Buddy’s world-class chefs cook up this beloved dish. Dads can customize their meal by ordering different sauces, including pomodoro ($13.95), meatballs ($15.95) and Bolognese ($15.50).

Vegetarian Options:

Buddy’s Caprese with fresh mozzarella, tomatoes, basil, tomato confit, balsamic reduction and grilled Filone bread
Tomato & Basil Soup with grana padano and croutons
Margherita Pizza with sliced tomatoes, fresh mozzarella and basil
My Wife’s Eggplant Parm with crispy eggplant, tomato, mozzarella and parmesan
Cheese Ravioli with ricotta, parmesan cheese and roasted tomato sauce

Buddy V’s Ristorante
15900 La Cantera Pkwy
San Antonio, TX 78256
(210) 462-1167

Father’s Day at Hiatus Spa + Retreat

Father’s Day is this Sunday and for anyone still looking for gift ideas, Hiatus Spa + Retreat has special packages to celebrate dad on his special day. These are perfect for fathers who appreciate a little pampering every now and then. (Hiatus Spa + Retreat, 2018)

The Front Runner: 2 Hours, $210 (regular $250) H-circle $168
A double-header of the two most popular services for the handsome type: The Sports Buff and The Well-Groomed Man, both designed to leave dad feeling shiny and new. First, a sports massage featuring a custom blend of essential oils with guided stretching and releasing to banish aches and knots. Then, he gets clean as a whistle with an invigorating facial of exfoliation, masque and aromatherapy steam plus a hand and foot massage. Lastly, hit it out of the park with a restorative scalp treatment that makes this package the perfect choice for head-to-toe care.

The Gentleman’s Retreat: 1.5+ hours, $165 (normally $195) H-Circle $139
A 90-minute Knockout Massage and an Energizing Scalp Treatment to help dads feel tip top in no time at all.

Dad’s Essentials: 2-3 hours, $189 (normally $220) H-Circle $138
His deserving choice of any two Hiatus Essential Services: The Signature Massage, The Tailor-Made Facial, The Body Glow, The Body Wrap or The One & Only Mani-Pedi.

H-Circle Dad:
H-Circle Members: Make it a family spa day and give dad the H-Circle guest pricing when he accompanies a member for a spa visit during the month of June. If he joins, Hiatus will waive his enrollment fee.

Hiatus will also be offering a special June Monthly Retreat, Sonnet: 80 minutes, $139 H-Circle | $195 Non-Member
Essences of Holy Basil, Mint, Hibiscus Flower and Ginger are blended with Bora Bora White Sand and Volcanic Black Sand to create a body polish that is energizing, cool and refreshing. A Vichy rainfall rinse coupled with a massage of skin-quenching Jojoba Sesame Body Oil will replenish and moisturize. To close, a freshly spiked Ginger Mint Lemonade makes this Retreat perfect for any Summer day.

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

Celebrate Father’s Day at COVER 3

cover3food — COVER 3 and COVER 2 have special Father’s Day promotions to celebrate dad this Sunday June 17. Photo: Julia Keim, used with permission.

Father’s Day is this Sunday and for those who would prefer to treat dad to a sports-centric day, COVER 3 has special promotions for this special occasion. (COVER 3, 2018)

On Sunday, June 17 at all COVER 3 locations, plus COVER 2, all dads will receive a complimentary draft beer or a Bloody Mary wrapped in a COVER 3 koozie. The Bloody Marys are only available with brunch until 3p.m., but fathers can also select their choice of any available draft beer anytime that day compliments of the house. Limited to one free drink per dad per location. At the San Antonio, Downtown Austin and Round Rock locations, fathers can choose from any available beers from (512) Brewing.

All COVER 3 and COVER 2 locations will open one hour early, at 10a.m. on Sunday for World Cup watching when Mexico takes on Germany. If needed, all locations will also be showing Game 7 of the NBA Finals at 7p.m. that same night with the Cleveland Cavaliers taking on the Golden State Warriors. Those interested in reserving a table or booth for the games are encouraged to do so in advance by calling their preferred COVER 3 location.

COVER 3 is the leading high-end sports bar and has previously been named to CNN’s list of “101 of the best sports bars in the U.S” as well as the “Best Sports Bar in the Central Region” by Sports Illustrated. Each location has enough TVs to give guests multiple options regarding which TV near their table is the most comfortable for their viewing pleasure. Serving upscale food, craft cocktails and high-end wines, COVER 3 remains elegant and stylish while giving guests the feeling they are enjoying the Super Bowl in their own private box.

COVER 2 is an independently owned and operated sports bar and restaurant created in 2008 by native Austinites, Doug Young and Matt Dodson. It is the premier sports bar in Central Texas offering an exceptional guest experience within a casual and comfortable atmosphere that sports fans of all types can call home. COVER 2 boasts both elevated cuisine offerings and classic bar food staples, in addition to over 20 beers on draft, a full bar with premium spirits, two chilled liquor taps and a curated selection of additional beers and wines. Sports fans will appreciate the more than 25 big-screen HDTVs and a larger-than-life sound system.

1806 N Loop 1604 W
San Antonio, TX 78248
(210) 479-9700

2700 W Anderson Ln, Ste 202
Austin, TX 78757
(512) 374-1121

1717 West Sixth Street, #21 OR
Austin, TX 78703
(512) 982-1550

2800 N-IH 35, Suite 300
Round Rock, TX 78681
(512) 693-2393

COVER 2:
13701 Research Blvd
Austin, TX 78750
(512) 506-9935

Father’s Day Specials

Dos Carolinas has an exclusive new collection of guayaberas perfect for Father’s Day. Photo: Dos Carolinas, used with permission.

Sunday June 17 is Father’s Day and there are only a few days left to shop for the perfect gift for dad. Area restaurants and stores have special deals that range from a day out to watch the soccer game to specialty donuts and clothing. (Krause’s Café, Bakery Lorraine, The Granary ‘Cue & Brew, Pearl, Twang, 2018)

Krause’s Cafe:
This year, Father’s Day falls on the same day as the highly anticipated Germany vs. Mexico World Cup game and Krause’s Café + Biergarten is hosting a special viewing of the World Cup game beginning at 10a.m. Patrons can watch the game with dad in the biergarten and whether they are cheering for Germany or Mexico, they can find over 70 beers on tap at the Biergarten from German steins of beers like Hofbrau and Franziskaner Hefenweizen to Mexican cervezas including Dos XX and Modelo. There will be authentic, tasty German fare that can be paired with the biergarten’s wide array of brews, from schnitzel and bratwurst with sauerkraut to Bavarian pretzels. For Father’s Day, the restaurant will serve up an off menu special of Grilled Ribeye Filet with bacon wrapped asparagus, baked potato, bordelaise sauce for $34. They will also have Manmosas (man mimosa) for $12.

Bakery Lorraine and Maybelle’s:
Maybelle’s at The Bottling Department will have Rum and Pecan Donuts and Bakery Lorraine will offer Bourbon Tobacco Macarons. These two sweet are not typically found at Maybelle’s or Bakery Lorraine and are exclusively for Father’s Day.

The Granary ‘Cue & Brew:
The Granary ‘Cue and Brew will offer a $45 Father’s Day gift package featuring one beer growler (64 oz) filled with any house beer, one bottle of The Granary spice rub and the limited edition 5th anniversary apron designed by Cruz Ortiz.

At Pearl:
Dos Carolinas will carry an exclusive Father’s Day collection including new guayaberas, sunglasses and belts. The Sporting District will host several Father’s Day pop-ups throughout the weekend. On Friday, June 15 the store will feature Mission Mercantile, the retailer known for handmade leather goods. On Saturday, June 16, Habana Cowboy, the vintage Airstream mobile cigar bar, will take over, offering free cigars to customers who make purchases of over $100 in store plus free shoe shines for fathers on Sunday.

Twang:
Dress up dad’s drink this Father’s Day with Twang beer salt. The pocket-sized bottles of beer salt make colorful additions alongside any six pack. Beer Salt is a citrus flavored salt used to dress the rim of longnecks and beer mugs. Priced at just $3 per bottle or $12 for a 6 count, every pocket-sized bottle of Twang beer salt is an inexpensive, easy and fun addition for any father or beer lover. Twang Beer Salt is available at HEB or online.

Celebrate National Doughnut Day with Maybelle’s Donuts

Maybelle’s Donuts is one of the vendors at the Bottling Dept. Food Hall at the Pearl Brewery. This Friday June 1 is National Doughnut Day and to celebrate, Maybelle’s will feature a special Rum and Pecan doughnut, a rare flavor to honor the special occasion. Business hours for Friday are 8a.m. to 10p.m. (Maybelle’s Donuts, 2018)

Jeremy Mandrell, Anne Ng and Charlie Biedenharn, co-founders of Bakery Lorraine, have teamed up again to bring artisan donuts to Pearl. After launching the bakery in 2012, the trio wanted to create an assortment of fried dough confections, from donuts to fried pies. Anne and Jeremy, who are pastry chefs by trade, were eager to make their mark on the donut world. The name Maybelle is a memorial to Charlie’s late dog of 14 years. Maybelle was adopted on the Yavapai reservation in 2001 as a stray puppy and lived a life filled with adventure and decadent treats. When working on a name for the new donut endeavor, the trio felt it was all too fitting that this donut shop bear the namesake of a great dog and a wonderful friend.

Maybelle’s Donuts
Bottling Dept. Food Hall
312 Pearl Parkway, Building Six
San Antonio, TX 78215
(210) 564-9140

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