The infamous swine flu scare caused the cancellation of the Today Show’s SA visit earlier, but word is the gig’s back on! Matt and Meredith won’t be making the trip to the Riverwalk but Hoda Koppe and Kathi Lee will for the July 29th broadcast. Should be a fun pairing. I’ve met both of these […]
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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.
Weekend Fun for Wine Lovers
Okay get onboard. Texas wines are in the news. Time to visit a local winery and see what all the buzz is about. The Lone Star International Wine Competition wrapped up with good news for some Hill Country producers. Grape Creek Vineyards near Fredericksburg won 9 awards…one of those what’s called a ‘Grand Star’. Another […]
Late Breaking Ideas for Father's Day
I heard a news report recently that said a lot of men on Father’s Day want to spend the day doing what ‘they’ want to do and that their choice is usually an activity that doesn’t involve the entire family… like golf. However, if that special father in your life chooses to dine in style […]
Warm Apple Cake & Texas Wine
Every week on Q101.9 FM I do a fun segment called Weekend Preview that lets you know what food and wine events are going on around town…motivation to get your weekend started! It could be a free wine tasting somewhere or maybe a special offer from one of my restaurant partners on my website. I’ve […]
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 […]
Discovery Junction
The Westin La Cantera Resort has it all – a beautiful getaway nestled in the Texas Hill Country. Nearby the exclusive Shops at La Cantera, Fiesta Texas, Sea World, the Texas Hill Country wineries.
Perfect Dinner Idea: Lobster
Summertime is here and I’ve got the perfect dinner idea – lobster. It’s great this time of year and a lot easier to prepare than you might think.
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 […]
Diana Barrios Trevino & Martha Stewart
Check out the new Martha Stewart “Living” magazine. Diana Barrios Trevino and San Antonio ‘Tex-Mex’ food are prominently featured inside. The article takes a brief look at the origins of our favorite ‘local’ food—ever heard of the ‘chili queens’— but mainly focuses on a number of the delicious traditions we all enjoy. It’s a fun […]
Want to Support Local Farmers…
It hasn’t even ‘officially’ opened, but the buzz has already started about the Pearl Farmers Market. I got there early, about 7:30 a.m., Saturday morning while the tents were just going up. Fresh cucumbers, zucchinis, lettuces, red and gold beets, strawberries…you name it all being unloaded to sell in the market. Cora Lamar with Oak […]