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Fun Is Always On Par With a Great Time at Embassy Miniature Golf

October 9, 2014 by

You'll have a blast at Embassy Miniature Golf in San Antonio. Easily located just off Route 281 and Embassy Oaks, this is a miniature golf course that delivers big. You’ll know you’re there when you see Puttina, the big giraffe and mascot of the place.

Boasting a bright, well-maintained design, with nice greens, cool landscaping, and even a waterfall, this golf course is challenging for adults, but still fun for kids. Want some more fun? Check out the “Water Wars” game, a splashing good time for kids.

The price for mini golf is just under $8 for adults, with discounts for seniors, children, and military personnel. Don’t worry about getting there late; Embassy Miniature Golf stays open until midnight on weekends.

Embassy Miniature Golf
500 Embassy Oaks
San Antonio, TX 78216
(210) 496-5847
www.embassygolf.com
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Tacos El Piquin: Affordable Mexican Cuisine

October 2, 2014 by

Tacos El Piquin worked its way up from a food truck to a taqueria in San Antonio, opening its brick-and-mortar location on Huebner Road in 2012. Regulars say Tacos El Piquin uses fresher and tastier ingredients than other taquerias in the area. The salsa bar here offers plenty of fresh options as well, including pickled red onions and roasted serranos. Popular menu items include the asada and al pastor tacos, the quesadillas, the tostra al pastor, the El Impossible taco, the huarache, and the costra.

Locals say that Tacos El Piquin serves some of San Antonio’s most authentic Mexican cuisine. You’ll often find expatriates from Mexico dining here. Since Tacos El Piquin stays open late, it’s a good option if you want to grab something on the way home from a late night. Tacos El Piquin is open Tuesdays and Wednesdays from 6 p.m. to 2 a.m. and Thursdays through Saturdays from 6 p.m. to 4 a.m.

Tacos El Piquin
19211 Huebner Road
San Antonio, TX 78258
(210) 303-4129
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Marioli: Sandwiches by Day, Tacos by Night

September 25, 2014 by

Owner and chef Mariana Oliver brings her Mexico City roots to bear on the menu of Marioli. It serves sandwiches and salads by day, but brings out the spitted pork to transform itself into a taqueria after 6 p.m. Regulars say that Marioli may serve some of the tastiest and most authentic Mexican food in San Antonio. Locals recommend the ceviche, the chicharron de queso, the tacos al pastor and cochinita pibil. If you’re in the mood for a sandwich, try the Marioli’s special or the club sandwich. For dessert, try one of the Mexican-style pastries, like the tres leches cupcake or the concha.

Customers almost invariably say that the service at Marioli is warm and welcoming. Marioli also caters corporate events, lunches and formal dinners of all kinds. Marioli is open Mondays through Wednesdays from 10:30 a.m. to 10 p.m., Thursdays through Saturdays from 10:30 a.m. to 11 p.m., and Sundays from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m.

Marioli
18730 Tuscany Stone
San Antonio, TX 78258
(210) 496-1111
www.marioli2go.com/default.html
www.yelp.com/biz/marioli-san-antonio

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Find In-Season Produce Near You With the NRDC’s Interactive Map

September 18, 2014 by

If your kitchen is stocked with organic produce, then you're probably already aware of the health and environmental benefits of eating local. Produce that's grown locally has less distance to travel to reach grocery stores, thereby reducing pollution caused by transporting the fruits or veggies across states—or in some cases, continents! What's more, locally grown produce is more flavorful and nutritious, oftentimes landing on grocery store shelves at the peak of ripeness. (Read this article by Michigan State University for more reasons to eat local.)

So you want to eat local, but you're not sure what's in season. The Natural Resources Defense Council (NRDC)'s Eat Local map can help! This interactive map makes it easy to see what fruits and veggies are at peak availability near you. Simply click your state for a list of in-season fruits and veggies separated by month. Click each hyperlinked vegetable and fruit for cooking tips and to learn about the produce's nutritional benefits!

Click here to explore what produce is in season near you with help from the Eat Local map!

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Farm to Juice: Drink to Your Health in San Antonio

September 15, 2014 by

San Antonio residents love Farm to Juice’s menu of fresh vegetable and fruit juices designed to support good health. Lisa Baughn, co-founder of Farm to Juice, draws on her training as a nurse and nutritionist to create healthy recipes for juices, yogurts, milks, energy shots, and snacks. Buy juices one at a time or sign up for a three- or five-day juice fast. You can choose from the menu or have your own custom juice recipes made to order. If you’re ordering from the menu, regulars like the Skinny Minny, the Butterfly Kiss, the Krazy Kale, the Beet the Blues, and the Refresh.

Farm to Juice uses a cold-press juicer to retain as many of the nutrients as possible in their juices. Juices are made with fresh seasonal fruits and vegetables. There are no additives, added sugar, or pulp in Farm to Juice’s products.

Farm to Juice is open 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. Mondays through Fridays and 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturdays.

Farm to Juice
18730 Stone Oak Parkway
San Antonio, TX 78258
(210) 332-5853
farmtojuice.net
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Are You Washing Your Hands Correctly? Find Out Here!

September 4, 2014 by

Washing your hands thoroughly can help to prevent you from contacting diseases, reduce the risk of food borne illness, and can even stop you from spreading germs if you’re already sick. Here are a few tips that will show you the correct way to wash your hands.

  1. Apply soap and water. First, completely soak your hands with warm water. Apply as much soap as you need in order to cover both hands—remember, the more the better.
  2. Rub palms together. Vigorously rub your palms together in a circular motion to clean germs from the center of your hands.
  3. Clean between fingers. Clean the hard-to-reach places between your fingers by placing one hand on top of the other as if you were holding hands with another person. Rub the fingertips from one hand between the fingers of the other hand, and then vice versa.
  4. Clean fingernails. Rub the fingernails of one hand across the palm of the other hand to remove dirt and germs. Clasp the hands together with the backs of your fingers to the opposite palm, and then rub the hands back and forth.
  5. Rinse and dry. Rinse hands completely with water, and then dry them with a single-use paper towel. Don’t forget to use the towel to turn off the faucet in order to prevent contacting more germs, and then toss it away.

When & How to Wash Your Hands [CDC]
How to Wash Your Hands Properly by Mary Calvagna, MS [BIDMC]
Clean hands protect against infection [World Health Organization]

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Chefs Work Their Magic in an Open Kitchen at Drew’s American Grill

August 28, 2014 by

An upscale, casual ambiance, friendly service, and a menu of innovative dishes for brunch, lunch, and dinner are what await you at Drew’s American Grill. A large, open kitchen lets you observe the cooks working their magic.

The weekend brunch menu features classic eggs Benedict, buttermilk pancakes, and challah French toast. Sandwiches, burgers, and pizzas are also offered for those who prefer lunch to breakfast fare. Stop by for lunch to quell your hunger with an Asian salmon salad with ginger sesame vinaigrette, New York-style pizza, or a deli sandwich. Dinner offerings include prime New York strip, Atlantic salmon, and rack of Colorado lamb, all cooked on a wood-fired grill.

Drew's American Grill is open every day.

Drew's American Grill
18740 Stone Oak Parkway
San Antonio, TX 78258
(210) 483-7600
www.drewsamericangrill.com
www.yelp.com/biz/drews-american-grill-san-antonio

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Chronic Oversleeper? Here’s How to Have More Energy in the Morning

August 21, 2014 by

No matter how many hours of sleep you get the night before, you always seem to wake up cranky, groggy, and plain old lethargic. If you’re the opposite of a morning person and just can’t seem to get it together when you first wake up, these effective tips will help to perk up your morning.

  1. Set your alarm to your favorite song. Hearing the funky beat of your favorite song is much more welcoming than hearing the blare of the alarm clock. Most newer models of alarm clocks offer features that enable you to play a song, and if you use your smartphone as an alarm, it’s even easier. Choose a song that’s upbeat and inspiring!
  2. Make the most of your morning coffee. Sure, drinking coffee in the morning isn’t the most innovative idea, but drinking it correctly is a whole different concept. To get the best results from that first jolt of caffeine, be sure to drink your coffee or tea within 15 minutes of waking up. This will help you to perform tasks like showering or eating breakfast with a little more pep in your step.
  3. Exercise after you wake up. This one requires a bit more discipline, but exercising in the morning is one of the best ways to feel more energetic for the rest of the day. Wake up an hour earlier and get those endorphins flowing.

10 Tips for Becoming a Morning Person [Real Simple]
11 Ways to Get More Energy in the Morning [Lifehack]
Solved – Your Personal Energy Crisis [Good Housekeeping]
11 Ways to Get Out of Bed Faster [Huffington Post]

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Stop and Smell the Roses at the San Antonio Botanical Garden

August 14, 2014 by

San Antonio Botanical Garden is a 33-acre paradise that opened to the public in May of 1980. The space, which was previously a limestone quarry and waterworks, was perfect for the creation of an idyllic parkland that brings pleasure to residents young and old. In addition to the foliage, there are a number of other attractions in the garden, including the Lucille Halsell Conservatory and the historic Sullivan Carriage House, which was moved brick by brick to the Garden and reassembled.

The Garden hosts a number of special events throughout the year, including a popular Shakespeare in the Park series of performances, plant sales, and a fun family Halloween parade.

San Antonio Botanical Garden
555 Funston Place
San Antonio, TX 78209
(210) 207-3250
http://www.sabot.org/
http://www.yelp.com/biz/san-antonio-botanical-garden-san-antonio-2

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Nothing Bundt Cakes: Freshly Made Cakes

August 7, 2014 by

Nothing Bundt Cakes is the brainchild of childhood friends Dena Tripp and Debra Shwetz, who channeled their entrepreneurial spirit into perfecting the bundt cake. Their cakes are handmade fresh daily with Grade A eggs, real butter, and real cream cheese.

The variety of cake sizes ranges from bite-sized Bundtinis, to single serving Bundtlets. They also make 8 and 10 inch cakes and double layer cakes that are perfect for special celebrations. Creative, colorful decorations make them even more special. Cake flavors include Pecan Praline, White White Chocolate, Chocolate Chocolate Chip, Lemon, White Chocolate Raspberry, Marble, Cinnamon Swirl, and Carrot. You can call in your cake order or stop by to place it. They can even deliver it.

San Antonio's Nothing Bundt Cakes is open Monday through Saturday.

Nothing Bundt Cakes
700 E. Sonterra Boulevard
San Antonio, TX 78258
(210) 495-2253
www.nothingbundtcakes.com
www.yelp.com/biz/nothing-bundt-cakes-san-antonio

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