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 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
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
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
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
Chef Bryan Forgione puts the finishing touches on dishes during the grand opening of Buddy V’s Ristorante. Photo: Darren Abate, used with permission.
On Thursday, March 22, the San Antonio Chamber of Commerce hosted a ribbon-cutting ceremony at Buddy V’s Ristorante at The Shops at La Cantera. It featured Buddy “Cake Boss” Valastro, his wife Lisa Valastro, their four children and various family and Cake Boss cast members, in celebration of the restaurant’s highly anticipated opening. (Buddy V’s Ristorante, 2018)
Following the ceremony, invited guests, media and tastemakers enjoyed a private reception at the restaurant. Hosted by the “Cake Boss” himself, the bash featured delectable hors d’oeuvres and passed dishes including Grandma’s Meatballs with beef, veal, pork, marinara and parmesan, My Mother in Law’s Capellini Shrimp Scampi with roasted tomatoes, spinach, garlic and white wine, and Bone-In Veal Parm Chop oven baked with provolone, mozzarella and marinara; along with wine and signature cocktail offerings.
Aside from remarks by Jason Lapin of Blau + Associates, on behalf of Elizabeth Blau and Kim Canteenwalla, there was also a champagne toast by Buddy Valastro in honor of the event. In true “Cake Boss” fashion, numerous cakes exemplifying the spirit of San Antonio including The Alamo, armadillo, cowboy boots and more, were presented for guests to enjoy and satisfy their sweet tooth.
Buddy V’s Ristorante is now open and serves both lunch and dinner. Hours are Sunday through Thursday from 11a.m. to 10p.m. and Friday and Saturday from 11a.m. to 11p.m.
Renowned baker Buddy “Cake Boss” Valastro has opened Buddy V’s Ristorante at The Shops at La Cantera, partnering with veteran restaurateurs Elizabeth Blau and Chef Kim Canteenwalla, to bring a taste of Valastro’s family gatherings and beloved heirloom recipes to San Antonio.
Inspired by family gatherings, neighborhood barbecues and the beloved recipes passed down by Buddy’s mother, grandmother and aunts, the restaurant features signature dishes such as My Dad’s Bucatini Carbonara with pancetta, cracked black pepper and egg; Lisa V’s Linguine & White Clam Sauce with white wine, garlic and extra virgin olive oil; Bone-In Veal Parm Chop oven-baked with provolone and mozzarella and served alongside spaghetti marinara; Valastro Sunday Gravy with meatballs, sausage, lamb, pork and a bowl of rigatoni; Steak Pizzaiola with peperonata, grana padano and polenta, and Nona’s Lasagna Al Forno.
SweetFire Kitchen is having an Easter Feast on Sunday April 1. Photo: SweetFire Kitchen, used with permission.
Next up on the calendar is Easter and SweetFire Kitchen at La Cantera Resort & Spa is having an Easter Feast on Sunday April 1 for $65 for adults and $26 for children. Reservations are available through open table or by calling (210) 558-2479. (SweetFire Kitchen, 2018)
SweetFire Kitchen is located on the lobby level of La Cantera Resort & Spa and features an open-air style kitchen. Guests can enjoy home style cuisine and signature dishes and a full-service bar with unique craft cocktails, an extensive wine list and draught beers.
Menu includes: Raw Bar
Calamari salad, olives, Meyer lemon & dill
Gulf Coast oysters on the half shell, cucumber- vodka mignonette
Cajun rubbed poached shrimp, chipotle cocktail sauce Cheese & Charcuturie
House cured meats & Texas cheeses
Spiced lavosh, seasonal jams & local honey Salad Table
Artisanal greens, spring vegetables & assorted dressings
Braised duck & quinoa salad, celery, fennel & citrus
Baby romaine, brown butter croutons, roasted tomatoes & roasted garlic dressing
Beet & potato salad, pickled mustard seed & tarragon
Grilled spring vegetable antipasto, fava bean hummus & crostini SFK Specialties
Apple wood smoked bacon
Chicken apple sausage
Pork sausage
Scrambled eggs, chives & roasted tomatoes
Roasted Yukon gold potatoes, caramelized onions, peppers & Smoked paprika
Sautéed BBQ shrimp, Jalapeno sausage & cheese grits
Grilled Texas squash, leeks & blistered tomatoes
Roasted heirloom carrots & English peas, cardamom butter Action stations
Made to order pancakes
Blueberries, chocolate chips, Oreo pieces, butter, whipped cream
Chocolate sauce, caramel, maple syrup
Made to order omelets & eggs Carving Station
Garlic & herb rubbed Prime Rib, horseradish cream & Au jus
Porchetta, bourbon-apple mostarda From the Bakeshop
Display of house made breads & pastries
Assorted verrines
Milk chocolate mousse cake
Texas orange cheesecake
Pistachio financier, hazelnut streusel
Cream puffs strawberry, raspberry
Olive oil and mascarpone cream cake
Chocolate almond tarts
Easter sugar cookies
Carrot cake carrot macaroons
Action station
Orange crepes hazelnut cream filling mandarin orange ice cream
SweetFire Kitchen
16641 La Cantera Parkway
San Antonio, TX 78256
(210) 558-6500
Bakery Lorraine is one local restaurant having Easter specials. Photo: Bakery Lorraine, used with permission.
Easter is right around the corner and local restaurants will be having Easter specials and brunch ideas for those who opt to eat out. Whether it is special Easter pastries, drinks specials or brunch, there is something for everyone. (Bakery Lorraine, Boiler House, Southerleigh, Rosella at the Rand, Twang, 2018)
Easter specials include: Bakery Lorraine will offer special Easter egg moon pies, carrot cake and bunny heads made with white chocolate mousse and strawberry compote. Hours: 7a.m. – 8p.m.
Boiler House will have Easter Brunch specials including carrot oatmeal pancakes, cast iron rabbit bread pudding, Lobster Cobb, cured salmon patty melt and a country ham Benedict. They will also have brunch favorites such as the “David Lee Roth” Krispy Kreme Burger, Hangover Hash and Green Chili Pork and Eggs. Hours: 10a.m. – 10p.m.
Southerleigh will celebrate Easter Sunday with delicious drink specials including specialty mimosas, Micheladas and various brewed beers. Hours: 10a.m. – 4p.m.
Rosella at the Rand will offer a “Live Jazz Easter Brunch” from 9a.m. – 3p.m. The Brunch menu includes, Chicken and Waffles, Tom’s Huevos Rancheros, Chicken Biscuits and gravy and more. For beverages, the full bar will be serving mimosas, Bloody Marys and Micheladas. Rosella’s newest location, Rossella at the Garden will also be offering the same Easter Brunch menu from 9a.m. – 3p.m. Rosella on E Jones Ave will be open serving breakfast from 8a.m. – 3p.m.
For those planning on celebrating Easter Sunday at home with family and friends, Twang has some delicious recipes. These include: Michelada Deviled Eggs: Traditional deviled eggs with a twist of Michelada inspired flavor by using Twang’s Michelada Beer Salt; Sugar Cookie Balls: A sweet and easy no-bake dessert perfect for Easter festivities using Twang’s Cafe Zuca vanilla sugar and Slow Cooker Pulled Pork: A unique appetizer for guests to enjoy before the egg scavenger hunt.
The Whataburger 2018 Fiesta medal is available for purchase online. Photo: Whataburger, used with permission.
Fiesta is right around the corner in San Antonio and the medals have already started to show up around town. Yesterday at the second annual Fiesta Pop Up Store, Whataburger fans got a chance to buy an official Whataburger 2018 Fiesta medal before they went on sale to the public. Coinciding with San Antonio’s Tricentennial and all the history that comes with it, Whataburger’s Fiesta medal pays homage to the classics. The medal features a Whataburger No. 2 with crispy fries, decorated with glitter, and an ice-cold drink, all in bold, festive colors. They are $9.99 each and are available online but there are only a limited number available and they have been known to sell out. (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.
Rosella at the Rand will be hosting a St. Patrick’s Day event where guests can celebrate the day with special drinks like the Leatherneck. Photo: Rosella at the Rand, used with permission.
This year St. Patrick’s Day falls on a Saturday and for anyone looking for a place to celebrate, Rosella at the Rand will be hosting a St. Paddy’s ‘Kegs and Eggs’ party on March 17 from 9a.m. to 12a.m. Sponsored by Jameson Whiskey, this themed party will feature late breakfast, Irish Whisky specials and more. (Rosella at the Rand, 2018)
The swanky downtown restaurant will be serving up breakfast foods until 4p.m. including ‘egg’cellent favorites such as the Open-Faced Buttermilk Biscuit with house-made pork sausage and over-easy eggs. Their all-day St. Paddy’s drink specials will taje center stage at the fully equipped bar. Throughout the day, classic Irish libations will round out the party, including kegs of Guinness draft beer, specials on whiskey flight shots of Jameson Irish Whiskey and Rosella’s take on Irish Coffee, made with Jameson Irish Whiskey, Demerara sugar, freshly brewed Rosella coffee and freshly whipped cream.
Jameson Whiskey, the Irish Distillers subsidiary of Pernod Ricard, will join Rosella to offer whiskey flight tasting boards, giveaway swag and more. Rosella’s Bar Manager, Jesse Torres, has created a fun off-menu green cocktail called Leatherneck containing Jameson, Blue Curaçao and lime juice and will be exclusively available during the St. Patrick’s Day party.
Any Rosella guest attending will receive complimentary three-hour parking validation at the Rand Parking Garage. Bustin’ Loose Saturday DJ Night will take over the evening for entertainment from 9p.m. to 12a.m.
Rosella at the Rand is a one-off concept situated at the Historic Rand Building in downtown San Antonio. Features that set this location apart include later hours and dinner service with menu options from hot sandwiches to small plates. Equipped with a full bar, the café offers a selection of house-crafted cocktails, a wine and beer program and a special boozy brunch menu. Hours of operation are 7a.m. to 10p.m. Monday through Thursday, 7a.m. to 12a.m. Friday, 7a.m. to 12 a.m. Saturday and 9a.m. to 3p.m. Sunday.
Rosella Coffee
114 E Houston St, at Soledad in the Rand Building
San Antonio, TX 78205
