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3 Brunch Cocktails to Greet a Lazy Sunday

March 19, 2015 by

From savory omelets stuffed with melted cheese to maple syrup-drizzled French toast, weekend brunch is arguably the best meal of the whole week, made even better by a sip of a bloody Mary or a bellini. Whether you're serving brunch to two people or twenty, these three brunchtime cocktail recipes will get your Sunday off to a great start.

Champagne Punch [Martha Stewart]
Not only does Martha's take on champagne punch taste great, it looks pretty in the pitcher. Her recipe combines fresh blueberries, raspberries, sliced peaches, ice, lemon juice, and simple syrup in a pitcher, then champagne is poured over top.

New-Look Bloody Mary [Bon Appetit]
This bloody Mary receives a spicy kick from the unique combo of sriracha sauce, horseradish, black pepper, and curry powder. Dill pickle and lemon juice brighten the mix, while celery stalks and lemon wedges provide the finishing touch.

Pamplemousse [Food & Wine]
Kick off your Sunday with this refreshing cocktail, which is relatively low in alcohol. The juices of grapefruit and lemon are shaken with gin and elderflower liqueur, then garnished with a basil leaf.

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Heroes & Fantasies: Comic Books and More

March 12, 2015 by

Kids and adults alike can be enchanted by a visit to Heroes & Fantasies, which is packed from wall to wall with comic books and other treasures. As you browse the tables at this popular Universal City store, you'll encounter rare and otherwise difficult to find back issue comics mixed in among the vintage stock. In fact, half the fun is the thrill of unexpectedly finding something exciting as you thumb through box after box of carefully sorted comics!

The store also carries new comic books, action figures, posters, and other collectible memorabilia and periodically hosts signings and other special events with authors and illustrators. The store additionally specializes in card and tabletop games, and if you time your visit just right, you might even be able to join a Magic or Yu-Gi-Oh tournament going on in the back room.

Heroes & Fantasies
914 Pat Booker Road
Universal City, TX 78148
(210) 945-4376
www.heroesandfantasies.com/patbooker.asp
www.yelp.com/biz/heroes-and-fantasies-universal-city

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Flour Blooms Bakery: See What’s Blooming at This Restored Piece of History

March 5, 2015 by

From the mouthwatering baked goods to the beautiful flowers and the restored, historic building where they reside, there’s something charming everywhere you look at Flour Blooms Bakery. This adorable establishment is located inside of a renovated stone building in Old Town Helotes, helping to bring to life the quaint town’s unused buildings.

Its been revamped and turned into a stylish bakery with sweet pastries lining the glass display cases, quirky chalkboard menus, and a long, sleek coffee bar where guests can enjoy an espresso with their freshly made pastries. A number of cafe tables are also scattered throughout the light-filled cafe for those who order a fresh salad or breakfast sandwich. On the other side of the building, Flour Blooms doubles as a rustic floral shop filled with quality gifts and freshly cut bouquets that add even more to the charm of this already atmospheric bakery.

Flour Blooms Bakery
14436 Old Bandera Road
Helotes, TX 78023
(210) 906-8927
www.flourbloomsbakery.com
www.yelp.com/biz/flour-blooms-bakery-helotes

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Treat Your Tastebuds to ‘Puffy’ Tacos at La Fiesta Patio Cafe

February 26, 2015 by

Relax after a long day at work with happy hour tacos and cervezas at La Fiesta Patio Cafe. The regular crispy tacos and soft tacos are both good, but this Universal City restaurant’s unique "puffy" tacos are even better. Regulars say you should definitely try this house specialty, which lands somewhere between crispy and soft tacos and uses masa to create a slightly crispy, bread-like wrap that is quickly deep fried into the shape of a taco shell.

If something lighter is more your style, try the grilled tilapia topped with salsa roja or the grilled chicken breast with queso and tortilla strips. For the value-minded, the restaurant's combination plates offer the best deal, as they generally include four entree items (like two tacos, a burrito, and an enchilada, for example) along with a side of rice and beans.

La Fiesta Patio Cafe
1421 Pat Booker Road
Universal City, TX 78148
(210) 658-5110
fiestapatiocafe.com
www.yelp.com/biz/la-fiesta-patio-cafe-universal-city

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Kick Back This Weekend With These HGTV Shows

February 19, 2015 by

Love watching home shows? Check out these two home renovation programs.

Fixer Upper
Fixer Upper is a fairly new HGTV show that follows married couple Chip and Joanna Gaines as they pair wary homebuyers with run-down, older houses in the Waco-Dallas area. The couple sees the potential in these older homes and helps the buyers to renovate them back to their former glory, from the intricate crown molding to the gleaming hardwood floors. All of the Gaines’s renovations feature a rustic charm that’s very unique to Texas, and once you see Joanna’s storage shed filled with potential design elements that she purchased from junk shops around town, you might become a fan of the show.

House Hunters Renovation
The most DIY-heavy of the House Hunters shows, House Hunters Renovation focuses on homebuyers who don’t mind getting their hands dirty when purchasing a new home. The hour-long show follows the usual formula of a buyer choosing between three potential homes, but the last half of the program is dedicated entirely to the renovation process after they've purchased the property.

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What’s Your Favorite Doughnut Variety at River City Donut and Coffee?

February 12, 2015 by

If you can’t think of any two things that go together more perfectly than doughnuts and coffee, then you simply have to add River City Donut and Coffee to your list of must-visit spots in Universal City. This independent doughnut shop is located in a standalone building that you can’t miss because of its bright pink color.

Although it might look a bit outdated from the outside, there’s nothing outdated about the freshly baked doughnuts inside! Regulars rave about the warm glazed donuts and sweet kolaches that are made fresh every morning, and the small selection of flavors like plain glazed, chocolate-covered, and cake varieties would rival the dozens of different options at more modern chains. If you’re craving a good, old-fashioned glazed donut and a piping hot cup of coffee, you’ll find it at River City Donut and Coffee!

River City Donut and Coffee is open 4:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. weekdays and 4:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturdays.

River City Donut and Coffee
925 Pat Booker Road
Universal City, TX 78148
(210) 566-2278
www.yelp.com/biz/river-city-donut-and-coffee-universal-city

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Five Guys Burgers and Fries: Munch on Peanuts at This Beloved Burger Joint

February 5, 2015 by

Five Guys Burgers and Fries offers the convenience of a fast food restaurant, but most regular customers would agree that the juicy burgers and crispy fries are of a much higher quality than the usual fast food fare. The chain's Live Oak location is decorated in Five Guy’s signature red and white checkerboard pattern, and it hosts the usual barrel of peanuts by the door that guests can snack on while waiting for their food to arrive.

Five Guys’ menu consists of all-American fare classics like cheeseburgers, hot dogs, and spicy fries, and everything is entirely made to order with a wide variety of toppings from which to choose. The state-of-the-art soda fountain is also a unique perk, as it enables you to mix your choice of sodas on a digital touch screen.

Whether you choose to have a casual lunch in the restaurant or take your burgers to-go, you'll likely find that Five Guys Burgers and Fries is a delicious and affordable indulgence.

Five Guys Burgers and Fries
8222 Agora Parkway
Live Oak, TX 78148
(210) 566-6428
www.fiveguys.com
www.yelp.com/biz/five-guys-burgers-and-fries-live-oak

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Have You Tried the Cinnamon Rolls at Tazas Café?

January 29, 2015 by

Internet cafes are very popular all over Europe, and when you visit Tazas Café, you can experience the same international flavor right in Universal City. This combination coffee shop and internet lounge offers a full food menu, handmade espresso drinks, and free Wi-Fi to paying customers.

Pastries and omelets are available for breakfast, while the lunch menu includes homemade soups, healthy salads, and pizzas to share with friends. While the menu is fairly large for a cafe, the most popular item at Tazas is by far its cinnamon roll. Regulars rave about this award-winning pastry, and many say it makes the perfect addition to any meal or coffee drink.

Whether you come for your morning latte, a late lunch, or to catch up on some emails, Tazas Café is a lively, eclectic spot to visit at any time of day!

Tazas Café
3126 Pat Booker Road
Universal City, TX 78148
(210) 658-2927
www.tazalicious.com
www.yelp.com/biz/tazas-cafe-universal-city

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How to Host a Successful Clothing Swap

January 22, 2015 by

Clothing swaps are becoming increasingly popular ways to recycle your old clothes and gain some new-to-you favorites in return. By simply inviting a few friends to bring a few items each, you can organize a clothing swap in no time. Here are a few tips for pulling it off.

  1. Get the word out. It’s best to invite 10 to 15 people for maximum swapping possibilities. Send out email invitations about one month in advance describing how to event works so that guests have ample time to start cleaning out their closets.
  2. Choose the perfect space. If you live in a studio apartment, it may be best to host the swap at a friend’s house with a larger common space. Choose a living room or even a covered area in the backyard if it’s warm outside.
  3. Get organized. Even among close friends, things can get a bit crazy if you simply dump the clothes into a pile and have at it. Create a type of system where each guest gets a certain number of items, or have the previous owners “auction” their pieces off by telling a background story about each item.
  4. Settle fights efficiently. If more than one person wants a particular item, develop a system for deciding who should get it. Choose a name out of a hat, or if your friends feel comfortable, let the group decide who wears it best.

13 Rules for a Successful Clothing Swap [Oprah]
10 Tips for Hosting a Successful Clothing Swap [Women’s Day]
Swap 'Til You Drop: Throwing a Clothing-Swap Party is On-Trend [Bethenny]

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Have You Tried the Pickle Juice Sno at Bahama Buck’s?

January 15, 2015 by

On a hot summer day in Texas, there might not be anywhere in town cooler or more refreshing than Bahama Buck’s. This popular shaved ice shop and smoothie bar serves a wide assortment of frozen treats in just about every flavor imaginable, making it the perfect way to cool off on a sunny afternoon. Bahama Buck’s specializes in its classic Sno, a type of light, airy shaved ice that comes with your choice of gourmet flavor syrups together in a tall to-go cup. Super sour raspberry and pickle juice are two of the most popular flavors, but there are also classics like strawberry or mango.

The colorful interior is decorated in tropical shades and with bright turquoise booths where guests can enjoy their treats inside the air conditioned dining area, but it also features a convenient drive-through window if you prefer to take your dessert to go.

Whether you want a Sno, a smoothie, or an iced Island House coffee, Bahama Buck’s can satisfy your craving.

Bahama Buck’s
2310 Pat Brooker Road
Universal City, TX 78148
(210) 437-1091
www.bahamabucks.com
www.yelp.com/biz/bahama-bucks-universal-city

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