Bakery Lorraine’s Chocolate Nest Tart. Photo: Bakery Lorraine, used with permission.
As Easter approaches, two of San Antonio’s beloved restaurants are offering holiday deals and special offers. (Bakery Lorraine, The Jerk Shack, 2022)
Bakery Lorraine – Multiple locations Bakery Lorraine will begin offering special Easter themed pastries and baked goods at their locations. Guests can pre-order their items online now. The last day for pre-order is Wednesday, April 13 at noon. Orders can be picked up on Saturday, April 16 or Sunday, April 17 during business hours.
Their Easter menu includes: General Pastries: Lemon Cake, Opera Cake, Cheesecake, Lemon Blueberry Frangipane Tart, Seasonal Fruit Tart
Bunny Tart, $6 White chocolate mascarpone mousse and strawberry centers on dark chocolate shortbread
Chick Tart, $6 Tangy lime mousse on vanilla cake (still pending the jam it will sit on, blueberry or strawberry)
Easter Moonpies, $4 Fluffy honey marshmallow sandwiched between house made graham crackers
Chocolate Nest Tart, $6 Salted caramel and dark chocolate ganache in a vanilla pastry shell topped with chocolate eggs nested in chocolate phyllo
7” Carrot Cake, $65 Made with pineapple, coconut, walnuts and generously layered with cream cheese frosting *The Carrot Cakes are available for pre-order only.
The Jerk Shack 10234 TX-151 San Antonio, TX 78251
The Jerk Shack is offering family packs to make Easter prep easy. The family packs include 14 pieces of Fried or Jerk Chicken, or Mixed Chicken for a $3 add on, choice of 3 shareable sides, and an order of plantains. Family packs are available for $65. The Jerk Shack’s hours on Sunday are 11a.m. to 4p.m. Orders can be placed online for drive-through pickup or can be ordered in store.
Ambler Texas Kitchen + Cocktails serves up Easter brunch at Hotel Contessa with specially curated apps, entrees, bubbles, and more. Photo: Jessica Giesey & Hotel Contessa, used with permission.
Ambler Texas Kitchen + Cocktails, located inside Hotel Contessa, is excited to announce that they will be hosting Easter brunch next Sunday, April 17 from 7a.m. to 3p.m. Ambler has curated delectable apps, entrées, bubbles, and more for the arrival of Spring this Easter. The brunch will be available for all guests to reserve a table online here or by contacting the restaurant at (210) 229-9222. (Hotel Contessa, 2022)
Full brunch menu below.
Appetizers include the following:
Greek Yogurt Parfait – topped with mixed berries and grist mill pecan granola
Deviled Eggs – contains bacon, cheddar, and green onions
Crab and Guacamole – incorporates charred onions and peppers
Avocado Toast – comes with a pickled egg and Fresno chilis
Sliced Pineapples and Berries
Brunch entrées consist of the following:
Farm Fresh Eggs – served with your choice of house potatoes or fresh cut fruit and berries
Eggs Contessa – poached eggs with Canadian bacon, an English muffin, and green chili mornay sauce
The Alamo Omelet – chicken apple sausage, mushrooms, tomatoes, and queso fresco
The Texan Omelet – smoked bacon, jalapeño, cheddar cheese, and fire-roasted tomato salsa
Egg White Frittata – spinach, asparagus, and pico de gallo
Steak and Eggs – 6oz. filet mignon and over easy eggs
Lobster Benedict – poached eggs, Canadian bacon, butter-braised lobster, and lemon hollandaise
Griddle options are between the following:
Cinnamon French Toast & Pork Belly – includes pickled Fresnos and maple butter
Buttermilk Pancakes – topped with fresh berries and maple syrup
Belgian Waffle – topped with berries, whipped cream, and maple syrup
Breakfast Burger – includes a sunny side up egg, bacon, brioche bun, and a side of fries
Beef Short Rib Hash – made with a sunny side up egg, avocado, and fingerling potatoes
Chicken & Waffle – made with buttermilk chicken and cinnamon butter maple syrup
Ambler will also be highlighting their tableside mimosa kit for only $42. The mimosa will consist of La Marca prosecco and choice of two juices from options of orange, grapefruit, pineapple, blood orange, and watermelon. Additional bubbles and drinks include the following items:
French 77 – La Marca prosecco, Tito’s Handmade Vodka, St. Germain Elderflower Liqueur, and cold-pressed lemon juice
Strawberry Beret – strawberry-infused aperol, La Marca prosecco, and Icelandic sparkling water
Espresso Martini – Tito’s Handmade Vodka, caffe del fuego, and espresso syrup
What’s Up Doc – Tito’s Handmade Vodka, carrot juice, pineapple-ginger syrup, and lemon
Ambler Texas Kitchen & Cocktails 306 West Market Street San Antonio, TX 78205 Phone: (210) 229-9222
Taco Cabana celebrates Fiesta 2022 with a signature Fiesta medal and new menu items, such as the Breakfast Bowls, which will be available starting March 30, 2022. Photo: Taco Cabana, used with permission.
Taco Cabanais celebrating the 2022 Fiesta season in San Antonio with a signature Fiesta medal and new menu items, including Breakfast Bowls, Queso Blanco Enchiladas, and the return of its popular menu combos. Launching March 30, 2022, guests can enjoy new Taco Cabana Breakfast Bowls filled with seasoned potatoes, refried beans, eggs, queso, pico de gallo and choice of meat, including chorizo for $3.79, bacon for $3.99, or TC’s all-new country sausage for $3.29. TC’s Breakfast Bowls are available for purchase at all Texas locations and are available only during breakfast hours. (Taco Cabana, 2022)
In addition to new items at breakfast, guests can also enjoy their favorite TC Enchiladas with new Queso Blanco, starting at just $6.39 and available now at all Texas locations. Guests can top their choice of perfectly-seasoned shredded chicken, ground beef, or cheese enchiladas with Queso Blanco, a harmonious blend of Monterey Jack, and white American cheese.
The convenience of TC’s signature combos returns to all Texas locations and are now available starting at just $5.89. Guests can choose one of eight different taco or burrito options, and each combo order comes complete with chips, queso, and a refreshing 20 oz. beverage. San Antonio and Austin guests can also enjoy a ninth option – a Carne Guisada taco combo.
TC lovers can also grab their 2022 Taco Cabana Fiesta medal for $5 at all participating locations in San Antonio. Guests can show their Alamo City pride and support for their favorite Tex-Mex restaurant in preparation for the long-awaited return of Fiesta.
Taco Cabana’s combos, Breakfast Bowls and Queso Blanco Enchiladas are available in-restaurant, via online ordering for front counter and curbside pick-up, in the drive-thru or by mobile order when using the MY TC!® App or Taco Cabana online.
Taco Cabana, a subsidiary of YTC Enterprises, LLC, was founded in 1978. The brand specializes in Tex-Mex-inspired food including enchiladas, fajitas, quesadillas, flautas, tacos, 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, delivery and catering. As of March 1, 2022, Taco Cabana operates 143 company-owned restaurants in Texas
Taco Cabana’s Fiesta 2022 medal. Photo: Taco Cabana, used with permission.
New and returning Fiesta items, like the Fiesta Croissant, will be available March 28 through April 13 at all La Panadería locations. Photo: La Panadería, used with permission.
In celebration of Fiesta taking place from March 31, 2022 through April 10, 2022, La Panadería will bring back last year’s best-seller, the Fiesta Croissant, in addition to two new colorful menu items. From March 28, 2022 through April 13, 2022, guests will be able to enjoy the delicious Fiesta Croissant, filled with fresh strawberries and whipped mascarpone cream and topped with bright, Fiesta-themed icing. Always innovating, the bakery-cafe will also unveil Fiesta-themed Orejas and the brand-new 24-Carat Champagne Cheesecake topped with real 24-carat gold leaves. The rich, creamy cheesecake is infused with champagne and topped with edible gold leaf. (La Panadería, 2022)
To purchase these limited-time Fiesta items, visit any of La Panadería’s three locations or order online from March 28, 2022 through April 13, 2022.
Hoping to share their Mexican heritage with citizens in the U.S., José and David Cáceres opened La Panadería in San Antonio, Texas in 2014. The bakery, which specializes in handmade bread, pan dulce and pastries inspired by Mexico’s Golden Era, or Epoca de Oro, draws influence from French, Italian, and American bread making techniques. La Panadería’s unique approach to breadmaking includes a minimum 48-hour fermentation process that results in artisan bread and pastries unlike any other. La Panadería has three locations in San Antonio, Texas.
“The San Antonio community supports La Panadería every day, so we want to do our part in celebrating them with these specialty items. Fiesta is all about the bright colors and celebration of culture, and our pan dulce perfectly reflects that.” – La Panadería co-founder and head panadero, David Caceres.
The Leprechaun Margarita will be available from March 11 through March 30, 2022. Photo: Taco Cabana, used with permission.
Taco Cabana diners are in luck this month, because from March 11, 2022 through March 30, 2022, guests can celebrate St. Patrick’s Day with a signature Leprechaun Margarita for just $3 at all Texas Taco Cabana locations. The festive green margarita is a refreshing blend of Taco Cabana’s frozen Mango and Blue Curaçao margaritas, which creates its signature green color. Guests can pair this holiday beverage with their favorite menu items to create the ultimate St. Patrick’s Day meal. (Taco Cabana, 2022)
Taco Cabana, a subsidiary of YTC Enterprises, LLC, was founded in 1978. The brand specializes in Tex-Mex-inspired food including enchiladas, fajitas, quesadillas, flautas, tacos, 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, delivery and catering. As of March 1, 2022, Taco Cabana operates 143 company-owned restaurants in Texas.
The Shrimp Tampico offerings and new Taco Cabana burritos are available now. The new Tres Leches Cake will be available starting March 9, 2022. Photo: Taco Cabana, used with permission.
Arriving just in time for the Lenten season, Taco Cabanais offering a Shrimp Tampicotaco and Shrimp Tampico quesadillas for a limited time. Launched on Wednesday March 2, 2022, guests can now enjoy the Shrimp Tampico taco for $3.79, a small Shrimp Tampico quesadilla for $6.49 or a large quesadilla for $9.49. The delectable shrimp dishes are marinated in ancho spice, sauteed with garlic, lime and cilantro, and served with a side of pineapple chipotle salsa. TC’s Shrimp Tampico options are available at all Texas TC locations. (Taco Cabana, 2022)
In addition to Shrimp Tampico, guests can now also enjoy all of their favorite flavors in new TC burritos – available for breakfast, lunch, and dinner starting at $3.19. Guests can choose from a wide variety of flavors such as Bean & Cheese, Bacon and Egg, Chorizo and Egg, Chicken or Steak Fajita, Ground Beef, and many more.
TC guests can also indulge in Taco Cabana’s new Tres Leches cake. Launching Wednesday, March 9, 2022, guests can enjoy TC’s take on the traditional sweet sponge cake soaked in three kinds of milk for just $2.99.
Taco Cabana’s Shrimp Tampico taco and quesadillas, burritos, and Tres Leches cake can be ordered in-restaurant, via online ordering for front counter and curbside pick-up, in the drive-thru or by mobile order when using the MY TC!® App or online.
Taco Cabana, a subsidiary of YTC Enterprises, LLC, was founded in 1978. The brand specializes in Tex-Mex-inspired food including enchiladas, fajitas, quesadillas, flautas, tacos, 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, delivery and catering. As of March 1, 2022, Taco Cabana operates 143 company-owned restaurants in Texas.
Guests can visit the student run cafe pop up at Savor from now until April 12, 2022. Photo: Pearl, used with permission.
The Culinary Institute of America (CIA) San Antonio campus is excited to bring back its popular Bakery Café. Savor, CIA’s Modern American restaurant at Pearl, is hosting the pop-up bakery from now until April 12. Under the direction of Certified Master Baker Alain Dubernard, Chef Brian Krellenstein, and Hospitality and Service Management Instructor Angel Gonzalez, students in the college’s capstone course of Baking and Pastry Arts major will have the opportunity to showcase their skills in a real-world retail bakery and restaurant setting by operating both the front and back-of-house. Savor will transform into a pop-up café for breakfast and lunch, serving a range of fresh dishes Monday through Friday from 9a.m. to 1:30p.m. (The Culinary Institute of America, 2022)
Breakfast offerings include items like brioche French toast, house made croissant egg sandwiches, a roasted beef culotte potato hash with an over easy egg and a creamy pecorino polenta with sautéed mushrooms and soft poached eggs. Lunch will include items like homemade salads and sandwiches such as the Ultimate Grilled Cheese Blend Patty Melt, Grilled Vegetable Panini and Café BLT with grilled challah. Delectable pastries and cookies like the Walnut Orange Cranberry Scone, Manchego Guava Empanada, Alfajor Dulce de Leche and more will also be available for purchase.
Savor 200 East Grayson Street, Suite #117 San Antonio, TX 78215
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 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.
Dr Pepper has contributed to the Whataburger Feeding Student Success Scholarship program. Photo: Whataburger, used with permission.
The Whataburger Feeding Student Success Scholarship programlaunched in December 2021 with a commitment to help college, university and not-for-profit vocational school students achieve their dreams. To enhance Whataburger’s $500,000 commitment, Dr Pepperhas contributed an additional $100,000 to the Whataburger Feeding Student Success Scholarship program. A new total of $600,000 in scholarship funding is available and will be awarded to 120 students across Whataburger’s footprint. (Whataburger, 2022)
The first year’s scholarships will be awarded to Black and other racial minority students as part of a $1,000,000 commitment Whataburger made in June 2020. The applications for the Whataburger Feeding Student Success Scholarship is Monday February 28, 2022.
Since 1950 when Harmon Dobson opened the first Whataburger as a small roadside burger stand in Corpus Christi, Whataburger has focuses on its fresh, made-to-order burgers and friendly customer service. Today, the company is headquartered in San Antonio, Texas, with more than 850 locations across its 14-state footprint, and sales of more than $2.8 billion annually. Whataburger has 50,000 Family Members (employees) and more than 60 million customers who like to customize their Whataburgers just the way they like it.
Taco Cabana’s Nacho Bar feeds up to ten people. Photo: Taco Cabana, used with permission.
Taco Cabanais celebrating Big Game Weekend with the ultimate game day spread – customizable Nacho Bar catering. Available for pre-order now, each Nacho Bar can feed up to 10 persons and include fresh corn tortilla chips, refried beans, queso, guacamole, salsa roja, pico de gallo, jalapeño slices, sour cream and a choice of protein. Guests can select from classic bean & cheese for $79.99, ground beef or chicken fajita for $99.99, steak fajita, mixed fajita or even Beyond Meat for $109.99. (Taco Cabana, 2022)
Catering orders available now for Big Game Weekend, February 11-13, 2022. Orders can be placed online or calling 1-855-4MY-TACO.For more information on Taco Cabana’s catering options, visit them online or call 1-855-4MY-Taco.
Taco Cabana, a subsidiary of YTC Enterprises, LLC, was founded in 1978. The brand specializes in Tex-Mex-inspired food including enchiladas, fajitas, quesadillas, flautas, tacos, 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 February 1, 2022, Taco Cabana operates 142 company-owned restaurants in Texas.
La Panadería’s Red Velvet Cruffin. Photo: La Panadería, used with permission.
With Valentine’s Day right around the corner, San Antonio area businesses are having specials and events for that special day. These events and specials include romantic dinners, themed brunches, irresistible desserts, and gift ideas to plan a memorable Valentine’s Day. Below is a list of exciting Valentine’s Day offerings in San Antonio. (Bakery Lorraine, Pearl, Naco 210, Hotel Contessa, La Panadería, EVO Entertainment Group, 2022)
Valentine’s Day Specials & Events:
Bakery Lorraine For foodies looking forward to delectable Valentine’s sweets, Bakery Lorraine has pastries exclusive to the Valentine’s Day holiday at their San Antonio and Austin Locations. The sweets include Red tart, Red Velvet Cake, Caramel Tart, Heart Moonpie, Pop heart, Japonaise, and Cherry Tart. In addition to their themed desserts, Bakery Lorraine is also partnering with Mother Flower Design in San Antonio, who will have a popup set up at each San Antonio location on Saturday, February 12 and Sunday, February 13. In addition to their popup, guests can purchase a 12pk of macarons with a petite bouquet from Mother Flower Design for only $60. Pre-orders are now available and can be ordered online through Tuesday, February 8.
306 Pearl Pkwy, #110 San Antonio, TX 78215
Pearl Dance the night away with loved ones as SoundCream Airstream returns to Pearl for a special Galentine’s Day edition. Enjoy a night of dedications with The Rolling Disco, including music by Southtown Vinyl. Dedicate a tune for a free and family-friendly activity where you can explore Pearl’s many shops to find unique artisan gifts for your loved ones. Pearl will also have an Amor wall for fun photo opportunities to memorialize the night, including the chance to purchase Amor merch by Feliz Modern Pop’s popup cart situated by the wall on Saturday, February 12 and Sunday February 13. Sunday, February 13 from 4p.m. – 7:30p.m.
312 Pearl Parkway San Antonio, TX 78215
Naco 210 At their new Los Patios location, Naco will be celebrating Valentine’s Day with a full weekend of picture perfect brunch items perfect for a Galentine’s celebration. Their brunch specials include strawberries & chamoy Mexican shaved ice ($6), pitaya & orange mimosa mocktail ($5), fresas con crema & Mexican vanilla cake ($5), hart of pork opus quesadillas (chicharron prensado and octopus) ($6), pink shrimp Chilaquiles ($12), and strawberry fields salad ($7). Friday, February 11 – Sunday, February 13
2015 NE Interstate 410 Loop San Antonio, TX 78217
Hotel Contessa Situated by San Antonio’s Riverwalk, Hotel Contessa’s dining restaurant, Ambler, will be serving a three course pre-fixe dinner in celebration of Valentine’s Day. Romance is not lacking within this menu, it includes starter of lobster amuse, receive the first course option between roasted beet carpaccio and creamy corn & lemongrass soup, choose an entrées of grilled filet mignon, seared gulf snapper and scampi prawns, or vegetarian risotto, and finally finish off the night with red velvet mousse cake or a chocolate tiramisu tart. The pre-fixe menu is $75 per person, with the option of including romance flight pairings at $45 per person. The options are Cupid’s Delight (French 75, Moet & Chandon Rose Imperial, Moet & Chandon Imperial, Moet & Chandon Nectar Imperial) and Lover’s Delight (Boulevardier, Woodinville Rye Whiskey, Woodinville Straight Bourbon Whiskey, Woodinville Straight Bourbon Whiskey – Port Finished). Reserve your table online now. Sunday, February 13 and Monday, February 14 for dinner hours 306 W Market St San Antonio, TX 78205
La Panadería La Panadería is once again the best place in town for Valentine’s Day treats. The signature Strawberry Mousse Hearts will be available for pre-order and in-stores for a limited time. The heart-shaped treat is a rich vanilla mousse with strawberry cremeux coated with a festive red chocolate mirror glaze. If that is not enough, guests can also indulge in the Red Velvet Cruffin and a 5-pack of the deliciously gooey S’Mores Cookies. Whether celebrating with a significant other, Galentine friends, or treating yourself to a self-care day, La Panadería has all the pan dulce and brunch offerings you could want. February 4 – February 15
8305 Broadway San Antonio, TX 78209
301 E. Houston St. San Antonio, TX 78205
17030 Fiesta Texas Dr. Suite 105 San Antonio, TX 78256
EVO Entertainment Group This Valentine’s Day, EVO Entertainment is the ultimate date night spot. On February 14 only, EVO Entertainment’s Schertz location will offer a free 30-minute game card with the purchase of a bowling lane reservation. Couples can enjoy the state-of-the-art bowling alley while indulging in cocktails and food from the scratch-made kitchen before exploring the wide range of arcade games available. Monday, February 14
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