When my dear, old friend Cheryl asked me if I wanted to go to Johnson City Market Days this past weekend, I said, “heck, ya!” She was in town for work having traveled all over Central Texas at her bank’s…
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Make it a Ritual
When you grow up in a small town, you have reasons to visit other small towns. In East Texas, it’s usually because someone’s cousin lives there; you have to go check on the cows; it’s your job to maintain the…
The Mercantile
I took a trip to Tulsa, Oklahoma a couple of weeks ago. I went with my boy to tour the campus of University of Tulsa. It was on his final list of colleges to attend in the fall. I was…
What’s Old is New at Hotel Emma
For the past twenty three years, I have booked a room for my husband’s birthday. I try to keep it a surprise until it is time to pack our bags. Of course, I think it adds to the excitement and…
Malinalli Bakery and Bistro
Malinalli Bakery and Bistro has been on my list of places to try ever since a friend recommended it to me back in the spring. When my husband texted me the other day to meet him for lunch, I told…
Tacos and Tequilas. Not Just a Bar
I have a guest post today. It is written by my daughter Savannah. We ate at Tacos and Tequilas after our visit to the San Antonio Museum of Art’s monthly family fun day. She is quite the budding artist. We…
Joli Boutique
I met my friend Monica for lunch the other day. I couldn’t wait to sit down and talk to her about all the new things going on in her life. Her kids go to the same school as mine, but we usually…
We Can’t Stay Away from Garbanzo’s
My family first ate at Garbanzo’s about two months ago. And ever since then, it has become the most frequently requested place to eat from everyone in my house! I guess it is so surprising to…
The Luxury is Luxuriously Good
The Luxury has been one of the most highly anticipated restaurant openings in recent memory. Not only because of the uniqueness of it being built out of cargo containers, but also due to the fact that it is located right…
Texas Pride Bar B Q
This past weekend, my family was up for a little adventure since we had a long Easter holiday. Now, my husband used to be a planner until he married me. I’m up for anything and like to do things at…
The Sassiest Restaurant Bathrooms in San Antonio
Am I the only one that has noticed a trend in local San Antonio restaurants having sassy bathroom décor? Well, if you haven’t been paying much attention, let me be the one to enlighten you! You have to admit that…
The Fruteria is a Hip Twist!
I have been anxiously awaiting the opening of The Fruteria. It is the latest restaurant concept by Chef Johnny Hernandez. I am a huge fan of La Gloria, his restaurant at the Pearl Brewery, so I was more than curious…
