Category: Restaurant News

Master Class: Plancton Marino at Hotel Emma

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As part of Ole, San Antonio, Master Class: Plancton Marino is a culinary experience seafood fans. Photo: Pearl, used with permission.

As part of their culinary series during Olé, San Antonio, Hotel Emma will be presenting a unique experience on July 25 from 5:30p.m. to 8:30p.m. titled ‘Master Class: Plancton Marino.’ This innovative ingredient new to the culinary scene is described as tasting “authentically like the sea.” Tickets for the session are $25 and available for purchase online.  (Hotel Emma, 2018)

Plancton Marino, as an ingredient, is new to the culinary scene. Spain is the only country with authorization to cultivate the tiny marine organisms. Embraced by leaders in the cutting-edge Spanish gastronomy scene, plancton marino exemplifies the latest installment in Spain’s long history of experimenting with innovative techniques and ingredients.

Scheduled to take place at Hotel Emma’s exhibition kitchen, guests will have the opportunity to experience and discover plancton marino, which is not available anywhere in the United States. The special event will welcome expert and leading Spanish marine plancton food consultant Alberto Palomar who will talk about the origins of plancton marino as an ingredient in Spanish cuisine, the process of cultivation and the nutritional benefits. Sea food and sea salt lovers are encouraged to attend and try out this unique ingredient. There will also be a short documentary and a tasting activity.

Supper will feature a la carte specials on the menu with dishes highlighting Chef John Brand’s creative uses of plancton marino. The specials will be available during lunch and dinner service. Reservations may be done online. Larder and Sternewirth will be carrying tapas and dishes specifically designed to highlight this exclusive ingredient.

This event is part of the six unique culinary Master Classes Hotel Emma has prepared as part of Olé, San Antonio, a summer-long program celebrating San Antonio’s Spanish heritage in commemoration of the city’s 300th anniversary. Upcoming Master Classes include jamón (Spanish ham), conservas (tinned fish) and cheese.

Hotel Emma
136 E Grayson
San Antonio, TX 78215
(210) 448-8300

Pluckers Wing Bar opens first San Antonio location in July

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Pluckers Wing Bar is opening its first San Antonio location in Selma on July 9. Photo: Pluckers Wing Bar, used with permission.

Due to popular demand, Pluckers Wing Bar is expanding to San Antonio.  Known as Texas’ favorite sports bar and wing restaurant, Pluckers is thrilled to announce the official opening of its first San Antonio area location in Selma on Monday, July 9. It will be open daily from 11a.m. to 12a.m. (Pluckers Wing Bar, 2018)

Pluckers is known for its famous wings served with a choice of more than 20 homemade sauces. It has the perfect combination of homemade food and atmosphere for sports fans to keep up with their favorite sports teams and games. The new Selma location will feature the iconic Pluckers menu, including fan favorites like Fried Pickles, Holy Macaroni – fried macaroni and cheese, the Bypass Burger topped with bacon, cheddar, grilled onions and jalapeños, and the Buffalo Chicken Sandwich – fried chicken breast tossed in wing sauce topped with a choice of ranch or blue cheese dressing. Pluckers will offer their famous wings, available in bone, boneless or grilled and paired with signature sauces like Buffalo, Spicy BBQ and Spicy Ranch, along with such unique flavors as Ginger Peach Sriracha, Gochujang and Spicy Mandarin. For daredevils, there is also ‘Fire in the Hole,’ a contest that requires the participant to finish 25 wings covered in the hottest “Fire in the Hole” sauce. The winner joins the famous Pluckers Wall of Flame.

Once open, the new restaurant will offer Pluckers’ signature rewards program, Pluckers Club, for just $10 until July 22. Pluckers Club members enjoy a variety of rewards, including, but not limited to, free birthday meals, invitations to exclusive events, food and drink specials and more. After July 22, Pluckers Club memberships will cost $20.

A second San Antonio location is coming soon at the Landmark Development at the Southeast Corner of 1604 and I-10 and is slated to open in spring 2019.

“We are fired up about opening our first San Antonio location and ready to get to work serving the best wings in Texas. We look forward to seeing all of the amazing people who have traveled to visit our stores across the state and to introducing ourselves to our first-time customers.” – Dave Paul, Pluckers Co-Founder

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

New specials at Bakery Lorraine at the RIM

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Bakery Lorraine now has Pastry Happy Hour and mimosa carafes at the RIM location only.  Photo: Bakery Lorraine, used with permission.

Bakery Lorraine, a local favorite and nationally recognized pastry shop famous for its colorful macarons and exquisite French pastries, recently opened its third location in San Antonio. Located at the RIM shopping center, Bakery Lorraine offers pastries, breakfast, brunch, lunch and dinner. This location also offers beer and wine service and now has Pastry Happy Hour and mimosa carafes. (Bakery Lorraine, 2018)

Pastry Happy Hour will be available Monday through Friday from 3p.m. to 6p.m. Guests will be offered a complimentary coffee with the purchase of a pastry and Bakery Lorraine will now feature mimosa carafes to the menu at the RIM location only. The carafes will be available with freshly squeezed orange juice or grapefruit juice for $18 and will be available from open to close daily except for Sunday, which will begin serving at 10a.m.

Both specials are exclusive to the RIM location and will not be available at the Medical Center or Pearl locations.

Owned by chefs Anne Ng, Jeremy Mandrell and operator Charlie Biedenharn, Bakery Lorraine has quickly become a sensation in San Antonio. It was named one of the best new bakeries in the U.S. by Food & Wine and CNN’s Eatocracy blog, as well as one of the “13 Destination Bakeries” by Conde Nast Traveler.

Bakery Lorraine
17503 La Cantera Pkwy #108
San Antonio, TX 78253
(210) 415-4066

Dough Pizzeria Napoletana now open at Hemisfair

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Dough Pizzeria Napoletana is now open for business at Hemisfair.  Photo: Kevin Geil, used with permission.

Dough Pizzeria Napoletana is now officially open for business at Hemisfair Park with limited hours. This makes Dough’s second official San Antonio location and third restaurant in Texas. Dough joins a growing roster of other restaurants contributing to the ongoing redevelopment of Hemisfair.

This location’s menu includes imported Italian and local farm fresh ingredients like house-made mozzarella, antipasti and burrata. Locals can find their favorite authentic, Neapolitan-style pizzas the restaurant is known for since Dough is the only pizzeria in San Antonio certified to serve under the guidelines created by Associazione Pizzaiuoli Napoletani (Neapolitan Pizzaioli Association). At the Hemisfair location, all pizzas are made in a wood-burning stove tiled entirely with copper pennies. This wine menu has been hand selected and imported from southern Italy.

Business Hours:
Tuesday through Thursday from 5p.m. until the fresh mozzarella runs out
Friday through Sunday from 12p.m. until the fresh mozzarella runs out
Closed on Monday

Dough Pizzeria Napoletana
518 South Alamo Street
San Antonio, TX 78205

Dough Pizzeria Napoletana to open location at Hemisfair

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Dough Pizzzeria Napoletana is set to open a location downtown at Hemisfair in May.  Photo: Kevin Geil, used with permission.

Dough Pizzeria Napoletana is a San Antonio restaurant known for its authentic Neopolitan style pizza concept and coming up in May, there will be another location, this one to be located downtown at Hemisfair. Dough’s success stems from the original San Antonio location on Blanco Road which Doug and Lori Horn opened in 2007 and another location in Plano, TX, which opened in 2012. The debut of Dough’s second location in San Antonio will add further grandeur to the vibrant and redeveloping urban district downtown. (Dough Pizzeria Napoletana, 2018)

Inspired by the traditions of Italian ingredients, Executive Chef and Co-Owner Doug Horn, with his wife, Co-Owner Lori Horn, have developed the only pizzeria in San Antonio certified to serve under the guidelines created by Associazione Pizzaiuoli Napoletani (Neapolitan Pizzaioli Association) founded in Naples, Italy.  All ingredients are sourced as much as possible from Italy as well as from local farmers.  A true Neapolitan-style pizza is easy to distinguish: charred crust, sparse toppings and a raised border.

Menu pizza options will range from Arugula & Prosciutto, blending house-made mozzarella with truffle vinaigrette, to Pork Love, made with house-made spicy sausage, Speck, Soppressata Salami, Pancetta, house-made mozzarella and tomato sauce. Aside from traditional pizza, guests can expect house-made burrata, meatballs, antipasti, Tuscan and Italian salads and Italian-inspired desserts. Dough Pizzeria Napoletana will also reflect Italy with its extensive wine menu featuring carefully selected and imported vino from Southern Italy.  The drink menu will include a range of Italian sodas and local craft beers on tap, as well as Kimbo espresso.

Dough will be located on the corner of South Alamo Street and East César E. Chávez Boulevard at the southwest corner of Hemisfair. Owners Doug and Lori Horn anticipate the renowned restaurant will become a neighborhood spot for locals, a checklist destination for downtown tourists and convention attendees, a relaxing place in the park and a jumping off point for exploring Southtown. Like other businesses at Hemisfair, Dough will operate out of a restored historic property, an icehouse once called the O.K. Bar, serendipitously matching Dough’s branding which has always included the “O.K.” symbol. There will be a neon “O.K.” hand symbol sign outside the restaurant, as well as an “O.K.” symbol mural located near the entranceway, as an homage to the historic building’s name.

“We’re thrilled to bring Dough downtown and join all the exciting developments throughout Hemisfair,” – Chef Horn, co-owner of Dough.

Dough Pizzeria Napoletana
518 South Alamo Street
San Antonio, TX 78205

Cask & Canine at The Granary ‘Cue & Brew

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This Thursday April 19 at The Granary. Photo: The Granary ‘Cue & Brew, used with permission.

The Granary ‘Cue & Brew is getting into the Fiesta season with Cask & Canine this Thursday April 19 from 4:30p.m. to 10p.m. In partnership with Saint Arnold Brewing Co., they are hosting a pet adoption event with local animal rescue, San Antonio Humane Society. During this Fiesta Kick-Off event, guests can stop by the Granary to find a fur-ever friend or to enjoy a beer. The Granary will be tapping a special cask of Saint Arnold’s “Ale Wagger” and donating a portion from each cask sold to the San Antonio Humane Society. As passionate animal lovers, Saint Arnold’s “Ale Wagger” will also donate a portion to support local rescue organizations in the Houston area. “Ale Wagger” is a full malty body brown ale with hints of chocolate. (The Granary ‘Cue & Brew, 2018)

This event is free and open to the public with beer and food available for purchase. The San Antonio Humane Society will have dogs for adoption on site from 4:30p.m. t o 6:30p.m. and the event will run until 10p.m. The Granary and Saint Arnold will be handing out free Fiesta medals.

The Granary ‘Cue & Brew
602 Avenue A
San Antonio, TX 78215

Southerleigh to host anniversary party

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Southerleigh Fine Food & Brewery is hosting a party at Paper Tiger this Sunday to celebrate its third anniversary.

This Sunday April 22 from 3p.m. to 7p.m., Southerleigh Fine Food & Brewery is celebrating its three-year anniversary by hosting a party at Paper Tiger. The celebration will feature live music from The Texases and DJ Agent 45, food by Pinch Boil House & Bia Bar and treats by Paleteria San Antonio available for purchase. Additional local vendors will include Barbacoa Apparel, Pedazos de Maria and artwork by St. Jahn. Admission is free and open to the public for all ages. Food, beer and merchandise will be available for purchase. (Southerleigh, 2018)

Southerleigh’s anniversary event will also feature a special beer release of a three hops IPA to celebrate its three years.

Southerleigh is the first brewery at Pearl since 2001 and has a 15-barrel brew house, six serving tank and a firkin/wood barrel-aging program. It is a 7,900-square foot dining facility with multiple seating options including bar seating, patio seating and a private dining room that can seat up to twenty people. The private dining in the north dining room seats up to seventy-five people with the capacity to host parties of up to two hundred people.

Paper Tiger
2410 N St. Mary’s St.
San Antonio, Texas 78212

Upcoming Whataburger fundraisers

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Whataburger will be hosting two fundraisers this month to benefit local schools.  Photo: Whataburger, used with permission.

Whataburger periodically hosts events to help the community and its various schools. These events have ranged from “Oh Whata Nights” to jalapeño eating contests, drawings and raffles. This Tuesday April 12 from 4p.m. to 7p.m., Whataburger is hosting a fundraiser to benefit Aue Elementary and on Tuesday April 17 from 5p.m. to 8p.m. to benefit Burbank High School Band. The public is invited to come and show their support by enjoying their favorite menu items and during the posted hours, Whataburger will donate 20 percent of the sales to the students. At the April 17 fundraiser, attendees will have a chance to win “Whataburger For a Year” – where one customer’s name will be drawn to win the prize, a free Whataburger each week for an entire year. These Whata Night fundraisers will be at the posted locations only. (Whataburger, 2018)

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 everyday 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.

Whataburger – to benefit Aue Elementary
25111 W. Interstate 10
San Antonio, TX 78257
(210) 698-5485

Whataburger – to benefit Burbank High School Band
4720 Interstate Hwy 35 S.
San Antonio, TX 78211
(210) 924-2118

March Madness at COVER 3

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COVER 3 is now taking reservations for seats to view the basketball games this weekend. To go catering options also available. Photo: COVER 3, used with permission.

Attention sports fans: the NCAA Men’s Final Four basketball tournament is coming up this weekend in San Antonio at the Alamodome. The final four teams in the March Madness tournament (Villanova vs. University of Kansas + Loyola University Chicago vs. University of Michigan) will be facing off this Saturday, March 31, with the championship game on Monday, April 2. COVER 3, the leading high-end sports bar and restaurant in Central Texas, is taking reservations for those interested in watching the basketball tournament on site. To secure the best seats, simply call and set up a reservation today by calling the preferred COVER 3 location, Downtown Austin, Anderson Lane, Round Rock or San Antonio. (COVER 3, 2018)

COVER 3 is not only the perfect game-viewing spot for college basketball fanatics, but also for families and residents who want to get together and cheer on their favorite team. The restaurant has previously been added 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 COVER 3 location features enough televisions to give guests an extensive selection of tables to choose from that are comfortable and nearest to the TV/game of their choice. Serving upscale food, craft cocktails and high-end wines, COVER 3 remains elegant and still manages to provide guests with the best viewing experience to watch all TV coverage of the month-long basketball tournament.

COVER 3 is also happy to take care of all the food prep for those hosting their own viewing parties at home. Their Party-To-Go take-out option features a pre-set menu of some of COVER 3’s most popular game-day items, including the White Queso, Green Chile Beef or Chicken Tinga Nachos, various sliders and wings options, tacos, signature dishes like the Brick Chicken Mac n’ Cheese, side options, as well as healthier items like the Allandale Salad, COVER 3’s most popular menu item at every location, and desserts such as the Brownie Bites, Cheesecake and Key Lime Pie. The food and beverage minimum for all Party To Go orders is $300, no exceptions. Please note Party To Go Orders for Saturday, Sunday, and Monday must be placed and confirmed no later than Friday at 2:30pm.  Full ordering details available online.

Locations:
San Antonio: 1806 TX-1604 Loop, San Antonio, TX 78248
Downtown Austin: 1717 W 6th St, Austin, TX 78703
North Austin: 2700 W Anderson Ln #202, Austin, TX 78757
Round Rock: 2800 N Interstate Hwy 35 #200, Round Rock, TX 78681

Wine paired dinner at The Granary

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Winemaker Dinner will take place at The Granary on Sunday April 8.  Photo: Robert J. Lerma, used with permission.

The Granary ‘Cue and Brew has partnered with German winemakers Christian Hermann and Stefan Steinmetz, to host Winemaker Dinner, a specialty wine paired dinner, on Sunday April 8 at 6p.m. The evening will feature 12 different German wines and a six-course dinner expertly curated by Chef Tim Rattray. The specialty wine comes from Germany’s famed Mosel Rivery Valley region with over 2,000 years of winemaking history of producing the purest wine in the world. Tickets are $75 per person and reservations can be made online. (The Granary ‘Cue and Brew, 2018)

The dinner will begin with passed hors d’oeuvre of Texas elk and smoked bluefish then move on to a six-course dinner featuring pomegranate cured Ora King salmon, pork belly, barbecued beef with foie gras and more. Paired wines to be served include: Steinmetz Pinot Noir 2015, Steinmetz Brauneberger Juffer Riesling Kabinett Feinherb 2016, Steinmetz Piesporter Treppchen Riesling 2016, Steinmetz Kestener Herrenberg Riesling 2016, Steinmetz und Hermann Wintricher Geierslay Riesling Kabinett 2016, Steinmetz Wintricher Geierslay Riesling 2016, Steinmetz und Hermann Urziger Wurzgarten Alte Reben Riesling 2016, Hermann Urziger Wurzgarten Riesling Kabinett 2016, Hermann Erdener Herzlei Riesling Spatlese 2015, Hermann Erdener Treppchen Riesling Auslese 2015 and Hermann Erdener Pralat Riesling Auslese 2015. After the dinner, guests will be able to purchase these wines for their home collections.

The Granary ‘Cue and Brew
602 Avenue A
San Antonio, TX 78215
(210) 228-0124