Posts by Sara Branstetter
The 25 Best Restaurants in San Antonio Right Now! (2025)
In case you didn’t know: San Antonio has become a culinary destination. And we are loving being foodies here in SA! And whether you’re visiting for a long weekend or you’re a local who’s looking for some popular San Antonio restaurants to try, great food is probably on the forefront of your mind. This is…
Read MoreFun Things Do In San Antonio (Besides The Alamo) 2025
Ok, but for real…besides the Alamo, what are the best things to do in San Antonio?
Read MoreThe Most Unique Dining Experiences in San Antonio
In a city where plenty of Tex-Mex and BBQ options have all but cornered the dining market, sometimes you just want something that is a little outside of the standard San Antonio culinary box. And thankfully, there are a number of unique dining experiences in San Antonio that will fit the bill. We have compiled…
Read MoreSan Antonio’s 2025 James Beard Award Semi-finalists Announced
The 2025 list of James Beard Award semi-finalists is out and once again, San Antonio has put forth a tremendous showing. Both perennial favorites (looking at you, Mixtli!) and newbie nominees are among the 7 nominations for the city and its sensational culinary scene. Looking to level up your foodie prowess? Begin with the best…
Read MoreBest Donut Shops In San Antonio (2025)
It’s no secret here, I have a major affinity for fried dough that’s been covered in sugar. And I love it all – beignets, churros, funnel cakes, and of course, the queen mother over all the fried doughs, the donut. Very few things in life are more satisfying than sinking my teeth into a warm,…
Read MoreThe Top 10 Most Pet-Friendly Restaurants and Bars in San Antonio
Pet parents, rejoice! Thanks to its sun-soaked locale, San Antonio is one of the best cities in the US for outdoor dining, which means there are TONS of places here that have pet-friendly patios and outdoor spaces. No need to leave your fur-babies home alone. You can easily bring along your emotional-support-best-friend to a number…
Read MoreWhere to Stay Near the San Antonio Rodeo
If you are planning to come to the Alamo City in February and looking for a place to stay near the San Antonio Rodeo, you are about to be disappointed. There are simply no quality hotels within about two miles of the Frost Bank Center. There are hotels nearby, but none that I’d recommend or…
Read MoreThe Best Things to Do at the San Antonio Stock Show & Rodeo
As the saying goes, everything really is bigger in Texas, and that certainly includes the San Antonio Stock Show and Rodeo. This event is BIG TIME – exciting entertainment, loads of family-friendly activities, animals galore, exceptional food, and top-notch musical performances. In fact, the list of options for things to do far outweighs most people’s…
Read MoreA Complete Guide to the San Antonio Stock Show & Rodeo
February is just around the corner in the Alamo City, and that means the San Antonio Spurs will be packing their bags, heading out of town on their annual Rodeo Road Trip, and making room at the Frost Bank Center for the iconic and beloved San Antonio Stock Show and Rodeo. For two weeks each…
Read MoreA Complete Guide to the Pullman Market
2024 saw the biggest new addition to the Pearl Brewery in many years with the opening of the Pullman Market. Located within the historic Samuels Glass building, the Pullman Market fits perfectly within the aesthetic and larger context of the Pearl Brewery itself. This combination market/boutique/restaurant/bar/events space is absolutely massive and offers a number of…
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