New Whataburger gear to beat the heat this summer

whataburgeraccessories — Whataburger’s summer accessories. Photo: Whataburger, used with permission.

This summer, whether poolside or grilling outdoors, Whataburger has you covered with crave-worthy orange-and-white accessories and clothing. Plus, you can get them delivered right to your doorstep without any hassle. You can find new gear perfect for summer and more online. While prices vary by product, free shipping is included on orders of $50 or more. (Whataburger, 2020)

The new collection includes all the essentials needed to have fun in the sun, like a Whataburger beach towel, umbrella and pool float. Other popular items include swim trunks, UV shirts, straw hats and button-down shirts.

Whataburger has been making burgers since 1950 when Harman Dobson opened a humble hamburger stand in Corpus Christi, Texas. He wanted customers to take one bite and say, “What a burger” so he named his stand on Ayers St “Whataburger.” Whataburger now has over 700 locations across the country and continues to deliver fresh, made to order meals every day with superior customer service. Community support includes charitable giving and volunteerism to nonprofit organizations that focus on children’s charities, cancer research, hunger assistance, disaster relief and military support.

Taco Cabana offering delivery and curbside pickup for alcoholic beverages

tacocabanamargaritas — Photo: Taco Cabana, used with permission.

Update:

For the first time ever, Taco Cabana is offering curbside pickup for alcoholic beverages at all Houston and San Antonio locations, and delivery of alcoholic beverages from all San Antonio locations. Information about specific delivery locations and ordering options is available online.

Taco Cabana is excited to announce the launch of MargaritaPalooza. Beginning Friday, July 3, the popular restaurant chain will feature 12 margarita flavors that will be available for purchase all day and every day at participating Texas locations in San Antonio, Austin, Houston, Dallas/Fort Worth and El Paso. Margaritas will be available for dine-in, pick-up and drive-thru with food purchase. (Taco Cabana, 2020)

The 12 flavors include:

Lime
Strawberry
Mango
Blue Curacao
Passion Fruit
MojitoRita
Frosé
Prickly Pear
Dr Pepper
Mangonada
Watermelon
Star-Spangled Banner (a patriotic-themed blend of lime, strawberry and blue curacao)

Guests will have the option to add chamoy to their margaritas at no additional cost.

Taco Cabana continues to sell Lime, Strawberry and Mango margaritas on-the-rocks by the gallon to-go for $34.99 and Blue Curacao for $36.99. This weekend only, guests can purchase any two gallons of Lime, Strawberry, Mango or Blue Curacao flavors for $60.

Starting July 1, members of the MYTC! Loyalty Program can also earn reward points for each alcoholic beverage purchase, including any of the new margaritas. Additional details regarding delivery in select markets, curbside pick-up and upcoming new menu items will follow in the coming weeks.

“Taco Cabana has always been the go-to place in Texas for great margaritas. We’re excited about these new flavors and all for just $2 each. Order online for convenient pick-up or in-person at our front counter to-go or via the drive-thru. We welcome everyone to join us for MargaritaPalooza at TC…come be a part of the fiesta.” – Rich Stockinger, Fiesta Restaurant Group President and CEO

Culinaria expands to month long campaign to support local eateries

culinaria20 — Culinaria’s Restaurant Weeks has been expanded to a month-long campaign. Photo: Culinaria, used with permission.

This week, Culinaria announced the expansion of Restaurant Weeks to Restaurant Month, August 1-31. More than any other industry, restaurants have suffered the most significant sales and job losses since the COVID-19 outbreak. Initially the HospitALLity House focused on short-term needs by ensuring furloughed workers received a hot meal. Now, the HospitALLity Fund is a crucial part of Culinaria’s Emergency Relief efforts helping restaurants on the financial brink by assisting them in covering operating costs. (Culinaria, 2020)

Participating restaurants have $20 lunch, $45 dinner, three-course prix-fixe menus for dine-in or to go, and most also offer bar beverages for take-out. All businesses have implemented and are enforcing COVID compliant procedures and protocols for sanitizing and service. Reservations are required. A complete list of participating restaurants and information on how to donate to the HospitALLity Fund is available online. Donations are 100 percent tax deductible.

Culinaria is an independent, not-for-profit organization committed to promoting San Antonio as a premier wine and food destination while fostering community growth and enrichment. Culinaria is a registered 501 c (3) tax-exempt organization with a volunteer board of directors who represent the community and guide the organization in its mission to champion the wine and food industries.

“The mission of Culinaria has always been to promote San Antonio as a culinary destination, and, to support the restaurant and hospitality community when they need us in times of financial hardship or family emergencies, as they have been there for the community in times of hardship – natural disasters, flood and hurricane relief. So, we ask the community to give what you can to help restaurant owners keep their establishments operational. Donations are 100 percent tax deductible.” – Suzanne Taranto-Etheredge, president and CEO, Culinaria

Taco Cabana announces new MargaritaPalooza

The 12 flavors include:

Lime
Strawberry
Mango
Blue Curacao
Passion Fruit
MojitoRita
Frosé
Prickly Pear
Dr Pepper
Mangonada
Watermelon
Star-Spangled Banner (a patriotic-themed blend of lime, strawberry and blue curacao)

Guests will have the option to add chamoy to their margaritas at no additional cost.

“Taco Cabana has always been the go-to place in Texas for great margaritas. We’re excited about these new flavors and all for just $2 each. Order online for convenient pick-up or in-person at our front counter to-go or via the drive-thru. We welcome everyone to join us for MargaritaPalooza at TC…come be a part of the fiesta.” – Rich Stockinger, Fiesta Restaurant Group President and CEO

Whataburger and Pluckers Wing Bar offering Father’s Day deals

whataburgerrestaurant — Whataburger is just one of the restaurant chains offering Father’s Day deals. Photo: Whataburger, used with permission.

Just in time for Father’s Day, Whataburger is serving up a new buy one, get one deal. Now through June 28 at participating locations, guests can purchase one Honey BBQ Chicken Strip Sandwich and get a second one free. The offer is redeemable online only for quick and convenient curbside pickup or delivery. (Whataburger, 2020)

To redeem this offer, sign in to an existing Whataburger account or open a new account by downloading the free Whataburger App from the App Store or Google Play. Guests can also order online.

Whataburger has last-minute gifts for Dad – check out the new Father’s Day items and more online. While prices vary by product, free shipping is included on orders $50 or more by using the code DAD at checkout for a $5 restaurant gift card.
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Pluckers Wing Bar is thrilled to announce that this Father’s Day, Sunday, June 21, dads eat free when dining in at all locations. All dads can enjoy a complimentary entree, side and non-alcoholic beverage, up to a $15 value, from Pluckers’ extensive menu when they show their Pluckers Club or Pluckers Club Lite membership on the Pluckers mobile app upon arrival. (Pluckers Wing Bar, 2020)

Additionally, Pluckers is offering their full menu for takeout and delivery orders and dads will get a free Holy Macaroni with a $30 minimum purchase. Guests can also order online.

Pluckers menu includes such fan favorites as Fried Pickles, Holy Macaroni, the Bypass Burger topped with bacon, cheddar, grilled onions and jalapeños, and the Buffalo Chicken Sandwich. Additionally, Pluckers will offer their famous wings paired with signature sauces Buffalo, Spicy BBQ, or Spicy Ranch, along with unique flavors Fire in the Hole, Ginger Peach Sriracha, Gochujang, Spicy Mandarin and the newest flavor, Jamango Jerk.

Whataburger delivery now available in San Antonio

Whataburger has always delivered made-to-order burgers and now in San Antonio, the brand is proud to take customer favorites just a little further – right to their front door. As one of the first cities to roll out delivery, locals can conveniently satisfy their cravings with delivery as an option on Whataburger’s app and online. Orders will be delivered through a third-party service and bags will be sealed. (Whataburger, 2020)

Beginning next week, delivery will be available across Whataburger’s 10-state footprint.

How to enjoy delivery:

Place your order
Select your pickup method
Add your delivery address
Set your delivery time
Confirm and pay
Kick back and relax

Customers who create an account will also start earning rewards to get free food and gain exclusive access to amazing Whataburger deals and offers – including buy one Whataburger online, get one free at participating locations through May 25. In addition to the new delivery option, Whataburger locations will continue serving customers through the drive-thru and curbside pickup.

Whataburger has been making burgers since 1950 when Harman Dobson opened a humble hamburger stand in Corpus Christi, Texas. He wanted customers to take one bite and say, “What a burger” so he named his stand on Ayers St “Whataburger.” Whataburger now has over 800 locations across the country and continues to deliver fresh, made to order meals every day with superior customer service. Community support includes charitable giving and volunteerism to nonprofit organizations that focus on children’s charities, cancer research, hunger assistance, disaster relief and military support.

La Cantera Resort & Spa reopens June 3

plazasansaba — La Cantera Resort & Spa will reopen for business on June 3. Courtesy photo, used with permission.

La Cantera Resort & Spa announced last week that it will reopen for business on Wednesday, June 3. Loma de Vida Spa & Wellness will open Monday June 1 for hair and nail appointments only; and Signature, Inspired by Chef Andrew Weissman, will reopen its award-winning dining room on Tuesday, June 2 at 5:30p.m. for dinner service and Sunday Brunch. Signature hour remains suspended. The Resort golf course is now open seven days a week. (La Cantera Resort & Spa, 2020)

La Cantera Resort will continue to practice social distancing based on guidelines provided by the CDC, American Hotel & Lodging Association, Benchmark Hotels & Resorts, and elected officials, therefore limiting occupancies in areas such as restaurants, pools, lobby, etc., including limiting overnight occupancy to 50 percent of capacity to optimize social distancing. The Resort will continue to monitor ongoing conditions of COVID-19.

La Cantera Resort has teamed with safety, engineering, chemical partners, consultants and the CDC to develop LA CANTERA’S CLEAN TOUCH initiative.

LA CANTERA’S CLEAN TOUCH standards include:

Dedicated Sanitation personnel in all guest and associate areas.
Sanitizing stations throughout The Resort
Sanitation amenities will be included in your welcome packet and in-room
Enhanced valet safety and sanitization procedures
Guestrooms subject to electro-misting systems for comprehensive sanitation
Daily in-room housekeeping is temporarily suspended
The Resort will continue to practice social distancing standards throughout The Resort, based on guidelines provided by the CDC and Texas Government
Social distancing in all restaurants and bars with single use menus, gloves and masks for service staff and elimination of self-serve buffets
Contact-Free services where applicable
Hospital-Grade Merv 15 HVAC filters for HVAC systems
Use of La Cantera Resort & Spa App (coming soon) is strongly encouraged and will allow for a heightened contact-free ability to maneuver around the resort including check in, check out, food ordering, etc.
Temperature testing of all associates upon entry to The Resort

“Service excellence and memorable moments that guests have come to expect from the Resort will be artfully balanced with safety and sanitation protocols to continue to produce exceptional experiences in our unrivaled Hill Country Oasis – featuring expansive indoor and outdoor spaces to allow for natural social distancing and the option to be with friends and family or find your own place of solitude. Given the constant flow of new intelligence and ongoing developments, La Cantera Resort’s Clean Touch initiative will continuously evolve as new protocols continue to emerge.” – John Spomer, Vice President & Managing Director for La Cantera Resort & Spa.

Southerleigh Fine Food & Brewery to reopen outdoor oyster bar

southerleighoysterbar — The outdoor oyster and beer bar will reopen on Thursday May 7. Photo: Southerleigh Fine Food & Brewery, used with permission.

Southerleigh Fine Food & Brewery, located at the Pearl, has announced that it will reopen its outdoor oyster and beer bar and patio seating at 25 percent occupancy starting Thursday, May 7. Customers can order from the limited oyster bar menu to enjoy on the patio or go online/call and order the curbside pickup menu to enjoy on the Southerleigh patio as well. The curbside menu will now also include Southerleigh’s famous Snapper Throats. All to-go beverages, including Babe wines, White Claw, Southerleigh Beer and more, will also be available for purchase at the oyster bar. Additionally, Southerleigh’s indoor dining room will reopen to the public at 25 percent occupancy on Thursday, May 14. (Southerleigh Fine Food & Brewery, 2020)

Southerleigh has purchased additional supplies to ensure the experience at the restaurant is both safe for guests and staff and will continue to implement additional sanitization procedures. All employees will be wearing masks and gloves. Guests are encouraged to wear masks prior to food arriving.

Southerleigh will continue to offer curbside pickup and delivery until further notice.

Southerleigh Fine Food & Brewery
136 E Grayson St #120
San Antonio, TX 78215

La Cantera Resort & Spa chefs shares Mother’s Day recipes

lacanteracorn — Fiesta Corn by Chef Gio Silva, Chef de Cuisine, Grille 254. Photo: La Cantera Resort & Spa, used with permission.

Even though La Cantera Resort & Spa will not be open for Mother’s Day this year, their Chefs are sharing some recipes anyone can make at home. (La Cantera Resort & Spa, 2020)

Fiesta Corn Recipe by Chef Gio Silva – Chef de Cuisine, Grille 254
Ingredients:
4 pieces of corn on the cob
¼ cup mayonnaise
¼ cup sour cream
1 tsp. Valentina hot sauce
1 pinch of salt to taste
1 tbsp. finely chopped cilantro
½ cup cotija cheese or queso fresco
1 tbsp. Tajin or chili powder
1 lime cut in wedges

Directions: Simmer the corn in water for about 30 min or until soft, or grill if you prefer. Mix the rest of ingredients, except the cheese and tajin/chili powder. When corn is done cooking, allow to cool down. Either slice the kernels or leave the cob whole. Mix or cover the corn with the Valentina/mayo mix. Sprinkle with cheese and Tajin.

Goldfish Cheddar Mac and Cheese by Chef Robert Carr – Executive Chef, La Cantera Resort & Spa
Goldfish add a nice crunch to creamy macaroni and cheese, while a mild poblano pepper gives the dish an earthy richness without being too hot for the kids. If you do not want to cook and dice the bacon, bacon bits will work.
Ingredients:
½ cup of shredded cheddar
1 roasted and diced poblano chili pepper
½ cup bacon
1 cup crushed cheddar Goldfish

Directions: Prepare the macaroni and cheese according to the instructions. Mix in ¼ cup of the cheddar, ½ cup of the crushed goldfish and the pepper. Top with ¼ cup of cheddar followed by the remaining ½ cup of goldfish and bake at 350 degrees for 10 minutes.

Champagne Margaritas by Chef Gabriela Hinojosa – Chef de Cuisine, SweetFire Kitchen
Champagne Margaritas are so fresh and satisfying and easily adaptable with different fruit purees and garnishes.
Ingredients to yield 1 pitcher:
6oz. lime juice
4oz. orange juice
4oz. tequila
1/4 cup sugar
1 bottle (750ml) Champagne
Ice

Directions: Stir the sugar with the lime and orange juices to dissolve. Add the tequila and fill the pitcher with ice. Pour the Champagne over the ice and stir. Serve in Champagne glasses with a slice of fresh mango or orange wheel.

Pluckers Wing Bar launches family meal packs and Sunday game night

pluckerslogo Pluckers Wing Bar recently launched two family meal packs and Sunday Family Trivia Game Night. (Pluckers Wing Bar, 2020)

The family meal packs feed 4 to 6 people, and both include:

Appetizer: choice of fried pickles or Holy Mac
15 wings
8 boneless wings
4 side items: waffle fries, tater tots, and 2 orders of mac and cheese
FREE brownie with ice cream

In addition to the food, two different drink options are available at the following price points, one with alcohol and one without:

$65: choice of gallon beverage – lemonade, iced tea, or strawberry lemonade
$100: choice of gallon alcoholic drink – Pluckers Lemonade, Batman, or House Margarita

Additionally, Pluckers has launched a Sunday Family Trivia Game Night on Facebook Live. Join every week online for 3 rounds of kid-friendly trivia and fun physical challenges.

Owners Mark Greenberg, Dave Paul and Sean Greenberg opened their first Pluckers restaurant in Austin in 1995. Over the past 24 years, Pluckers Wing Bar has opened 25 locations, expanding to Baton Rouge, Dallas/Fort Worth, Houston, Killeen, San Marcos and San Antonio. Pluckers is known for their signature wings and is consistently recognized as the best sports bar and chicken wing restaurant. They offer guests a fun, laid-back atmosphere where friends, family, and co-workers can enjoy a great meal and watch sports. Pluckers has been named in USA Today’s “Top Ten Wing Restaurants” and ESPN’s “Top 5 Sports Bar in North America,” along with being named one of “Austin’s Best Places to Work 2017” by the Austin Business Journal and Dallas Observer’s “Best Sports Bar.”

Pluckers Wing Bar
14881 IH-35 North
Selma, TX 78154

Pluckers Wing Bar
15651 I-10 W
San Antonio, TX 78249

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