I absolutely love trying new restaurants. And, I’m thrilled to tell you about Barbaresco! It’s Italian with a Tuscan flare. The restaurant itself is stunning. The detailed woodwork is beautifully done – all of it imported from Venezuela. And then, there’s the food! I love Italian food, especially the rustic Tuscan dishes and the Mediterranean […]
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Boudro’s Salmon Bruschetta
<!– Alternative content <!– What a great party food! Talk about impressing your guests and that significant other. Cure your own salmon and prepare this delicious bruschetta from Boudro’s. Chef Nelson Gonzales shows you how easy it is.
Only in San Antonio – the best margaritas
<!– <!– Blanca Aldaco has another award winning margarita to add to the list! Her latest creation is incredibly refreshing—absolutely perfect for a hot summer day. Ever tried a cucumber martini? Watch…
Brunch at Brasserie Pavil is the best
Brunch here is such a treat. I love the sinfully good eggs benedict and the rich, velvety Monte Cristo sandwich. Their giant cappuccino is also incredible not to mention the champagne that just keeps flowing.
Is This the Tequila Oprah Likes?
Sit in on a tequila tasting with the founder and chairman of Partida Tequila, Gary Shansby. See which tequila is perfect for making margaritas and which one should be savored all by itself. Shansby tells me Oprah is a big fan of Partida Tequila.
Colossal Crab Cakes
As hot as it is outside, how about some beautiful delicious crab cakes? Morton’s crab cakes are incredible, and they are so easy to make. I usually make enough to have leftovers the next day…what a treat.
Colossal crab cakes
Morton’s crab cakes are my favorite! The jumbo lumps of crab are delicious and there’s almost no filler – this is a wonderful dish.
Pescadito a la Tanji
<!– <!– I’ve heard from viewers who named their child “Tanji”, someone who named their cat “Tanji” and even once had a shoe at Julian Gold named after me, but I don’t think I’ve ever had a fish dish christened with my name before. I am thrilled (and relieved) to say it’s delicious! Try Blanca’s […]
Cozy, Charming, Chic – Zinc Wine Bar
<!– Alternative content <!– I love Zinc! Who doesn’t! It’s a popular go-to place for the downtown crowd. This is a wonderful wine bar. The selection of wines is outstanding, and their cocktails are very creative. I love to sit outside in their beautiful shady courtyard.
Summer Food at Gristmill
Any time of year is a good time to go to Gruene, Texas…but summertime is perfect for enjoying the river, flip-flops and good food with ice cold beer.
The Happy Fork vs the HOA vs Free Speech
Could the ongoing saga of the fork, the ugly wall and the angry homeowners association get any more bizarre? Apparently….YES. Well known San Antonio artist Gilbert Duran tells me he’s filed a complaint with the American Civil Liberties Union alleging his right to freedom of expression and the rights of the homeowners are being trampled […]
Help for Aching Spurs Fans
Evenings aren’t the same this time of year without the Spurs in the playoffs! You and I feel it, and don’t think local restaurants and bars aren’t feeling it too. There is a consolation though. Challenging times call for creative measures, and some of SA’s finest have stepped up. Brasserie Pavil, voted SA’s best new […]
Riverwalk Secret
<!– Alternative content <!– Boudro’s, a favorite on the San Antonio Riverwalk, always has fresh, delicious seafood dishes. Today, Chef Nelson Rodriguez shows you how to filet a whole fish and prepare it with their secret seasonings! Ask your grocer about buying your fish whole – you’ll save money. This tasty dish pairs nicely with […]
Zesty Margarita!
<!– <!– Blanca Aldaco has done it again! She’s created an incredible margarita with fresh lime juice, Partida tequila, Agave syrup with a KICK…fresh jalepenos! Sip one of these delicious margaritas while enjoying the incredible view from the patio at Aldaco’s Stone Oak. Sunday and Monday nights are Fajita nights – a pound of fajitas […]
Hooray for Pizza in SA
A big congratulations to Dough Pizzeria Napoletana and owners Doug and Lori Horn. Dough is being certified by the Verace Pizza Napoletana in Naples, Italy for the restaurant’s strict guidelines in preparing traditional Pizza Napoletana. The certification is much like the standards winemakers in various regions must adhere to when they produce wines that follow […]