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Raising Cane’s: Dig Into Some Chicken Fingers

May 28, 2015 by

At Raising Cane’s Chicken Fingers, every meal centers on a helping of chicken fingers. Raising Cane’s brags that its chicken is never frozen, and fans say they can taste that this is true. Choose from one of four combo meals that contain three to six chicken fingers. The kid’s meal gets you two chicken fingers, sides, a drink, and a prize. The sandwich combo for adults, on the other hand, includes three chicken fingers on a Kaiser roll. Sides include fries, coleslaw, and Texas toast.

Buy tailgates—quantities of 25, 50, 75, or 100 chicken fingers—to feed a group. Locals love the chicken fingers, the special dipping sauce, the slaw, the fries, the Texas toast, and the lemonade. The quality of the food remains consistent with each order, regulars say.

Raising Cane’s is open 10 a.m. to 11 p.m. Sundays through Thursdays and 10 a.m. to midnight Fridays and Saturdays.

Raising Cane’s Chicken Fingers
19110 Stone Oak Parkway
San Antonio, TX 78258
(210) 499-0011
www.raisingcanes.com
www.yelp.com/biz/raising-canes-san-antonio-3

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Are You Brushing Your Teeth Correctly? Find Out Here!

May 21, 2015 by

You’ve brushed your teeth for as long as you can remember, but how can you be sure that you’re doing it correctly? Check out these simple steps for proper tooth brushing to find out.

  1. Twice a day is only the beginning. Although many people are taught to brush their teeth in the morning and the evening, that’s actually only the minimum amount. Brushing your teeth after a large meal or any time you drink a potentially staining beverage is always a good idea.
  2. Brush in a circular motion. Dentists recommend brushing in a circular motion up toward the gums rather than the usual back and forth motion across the teeth. This technique removes bacteria without causing gum pain.
  3. Stop the final rinse. While many people rinse their mouths out with a bit of water after brushing, this is harmful because it removes the beneficial film delivered from the toothpaste. If you feel the need to rinse, only put a small amount of water in your mouth and swish it across your tongue rather than around your teeth and gums.
  4. Don’t skimp on flossing. Flossing is just as important as brushing, and it should be done almost as often. Bonus points if you floss before brushing, as that enables the toothpaste to coat those hard-to-reach places between the teeth.

How to Brush [Colgate]
Proper Brushing [ADHA]
Am I Brushing My Teeth Correctly? [Lifehacker]
How to Brush Your Teeth [Crest]

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Guadalupe River State Park: Hang Out While Hiking and Horseback Riding

May 14, 2015 by

For just $7 full-day admission, the Guadalupe River State Park — arguably the most beautiful outdoor area in all of northern San Antonio — is an affordable way to spend the day outdoors. This riverfront park is ideal for swimming, camping, hiking, and bird watching, but the Guadalupe River State Park is attraction is beloved by all types of outdoorsy locals due to its scenery and its wide variety of outdoor activities.

On warm days, visitors can cool off by tubing, swimming, or canoeing on the Guadalupe River, while avid fishers can cast off from the river’s banks. There are also 5.3 miles of equestrian trails perfect for horseback riders or adventurous mountain bikers.

Picnic tables and barbecue stations are scattered throughout the 4-mile expanse of trails, and there are different camping areas for both RVs and tents.

Guadalupe River State Park
3350 Park Road 31
Spring Branch, TX 78070
(830) 438-2656
tpwd.texas.gov/state-parks/guadalupe-river
www.tripadvisor.com/Attraction_Review-g56702-d109498-Reviews-Guadalupe_River_State_Park-Spring_Branch_Texas.html

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Local Coffee: A San Antonio Cafe

May 7, 2015 by

Local Coffee features fierce dedication to buying and brewing one of the best cups of coffee you'll find near Avana Stone Canyon. That’s their aim, and their fans say they hit their mark.

Spacious seating with plenty of comfy chairs and couches for relaxing, plus table seating and lots of light with big, sunny windows, makes it a great spot to kick back with a coffee or espresso drink while you have a conversation with a friend, read a book, or work on your laptop. If you'd like a bite to eat, they’ve got some yummy pastries like muffins and almond croissants to pair with your java drink. You can even get a bag of beans to brew at home at Avana Stone Canyon or at the office. Local Coffee offers beans from Counter Culture, Madcap Coffee Company, Verve, and Tweed.

Local Coffee is open every day. Visit its website to learn more about this San Antonio cafe.

Local Coffee
700 E. Sonterra
San Antonio, TX 78258
(210) 530-8740
www.localcoffeesa.com
www.yelp.com/biz/local-coffee-san-antonio

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Italian Fare Staples Are Served at Milano

April 23, 2015 by

Milano has been one of San Antonio’s most popular Italian restaurants for more than 22 years. Locals say the food is delicious, the portions are generous and the staff is friendly and attentive. Milano’s casual-but-refined ambiance makes this restaurant the perfect choice for a romantic evening, a family outing or a celebration with friends. Regulars recommend the chicken cannelloni, the baked ziti and the linguini carbonara. Most customers go with the daily special, which they say is always delicious. Previous specials have included chicken picatta, chicken Napolitano, sea bass and Colorado rack of lamb.

The owner, Talal Hajali, welcomes many customers personally, and goes out of his way to make every diner feel at home. Enjoy a drink with your meal from Milano’s fully stocked bar.

Milano is open seven days a week, from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m.

Milano
19239 Stone Oak Parkway
San Antonio, TX 78258
(210) 495-3663
www.milanoitaliangrill.com/
www.yelp.com/biz/milano-ristorante-italiano-san-antonio-2

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How to Make Your Video Stand Out on Vine

April 16, 2015 by

Have you heard of Vine? If you're a fan of social media, you probably have! Available for iOS and Android devices, this app allows you to create six-second videos of just about anything you want. Users then start to follow you, and you can follow other users to see videos that interest you. How can you make your videos stand out in a sea of other six-second clips? Follow these four tips!

  1. Captivate your audience. The best Vines are re-watchable, fun, and exciting. Do your best to make a video you, yourself, would actually want to watch. If you surprise viewers with something different, they'll be more likely to share your video with their followers.
  2. Make your video look its best. Try to hold your phone as steady as possible to reduce shaking and twitching of the camera. If you're planning on making a lot of Vine videos, it might be a good idea to invest in a tripod for your phone.
  3. Be aware of your surroundings. Ensure that there is not ambient noise overwhelming your video, like wind, traffic noise, or an air conditioning unit.
  4. Plan ahead. To tell a meaningful story in six seconds, you'll need to do some planning. Visualize the end product. Some users even like to storyboard their idea so they know exactly what shots they need before shooting. Note that there is no editing feature in Vine, so if you make a mistake, you have to go back to the beginning and start again!

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iRun Texas: Start Off on the Right Foot

April 9, 2015 by

You don’t need to be a runner to benefit from the expertise of iRun Texas’s knowledgeable staff. Formerly known as Run On, iRun Texas in San Antonio deals in running shoes and other running gear.

Regular customers appreciate iRun’s commitment to helping customers find the right shoes for them, whether they’re for running or walking. Staff members will watch you walk in order to identify any foot or gait issues that could influence your footwear needs, and they'll then identify your correct size. Some customers have even been surprised to learn that they’ve been wearing the wrong size shoe for years! Even if iRun Texas doesn’t carry the running gear you need, they’ll help point you in the right direction, fans say. iRun also hosts weekly social runs, training classes, and other community events.

iRun Texas is open 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Mondays through Fridays, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Saturdays, and noon to 5 p.m. Sundays.

iRun Texas
20079 Stone Oak Parkway
San Antonio, TX 78258
(210) 494-7869
www.iruntexas.net
www.yelp.com/biz/irun-texas-san-antonio

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Stumped by Cooking Conversions? Bookmark These 3 Websites!

April 2, 2015 by

Using precise measurements is very important when cooking or baking, but that can be difficult to do when a recipe uses the Metric system or a tool using a unit of measurement that you don’t have on hand. Bookmark these cooking measurement equivalent websites to use during your next kitchen endeavor.

Info Please
This simple, easy to read website offers a few different comparison charts that will help you to find a measurement in cups, tablespoons, or whatever type of measuring tool you have in your kitchen arsenal. It includes cups to tablespoons, Metric measurements to US measurements, and many more.

Fact Monster
This website is equally simple, and it offers comparison charts for a variety of different measurement equivalents. It also includes a conversion calculator that enables you to input your own units if you run into a particularly tricky measurement.

The Science of Cooking
Whether you need to know oven temperature conversions from Celsius to Fahrenheit or volume measurements from Metric to American Standard, The Science of Cooking has it all. This site also offers charts converting volume units, dry measurement equivalents, and much more.

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Dough Pizzeria: Experience the Flavors of Naples

March 26, 2015 by

San Antonio’s Dough Pizzeria prepares pizzas in the style of those you’ll find in Naples, Italy, and most customers say they are delicious. Many of Dough Pizzeria’s dishes have even been featured on The Food Network!

Start your meal with the mozzarella and burrata bar, Richard’s caprese salad, or the truffle and mascarpone burrata. From the regular menu, try the pork love pizza, the sausage pizza, the fontina pizza, or the Bianca pizza. For a truly authentic dining experience, ask for an egg on top of your pizza. Patrons particularly enjoy the pizza specials, as well.

Dough Pizzeria is open 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. Mondays through Thursdays and 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays.

Dough Pizzeria
6989 Bianco Road
San Antonio, TX 78216
(210) 979-6565
www.doughpizzeria.com
www.yelp.com/biz/dough-pizzeria-napoletana-san-antonio

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Calling All Artists: Check Out These Drawing Tips and Tutorials on Pinterest!

March 19, 2015 by

You love to draw, but taking an art class might be too time-consuming. Just like with most things, you can find everything you need to improve your art skills right on the Internet! Pinterest boasts a number of drawing tutorials, painting tips, and other ways to connect with experienced artists without leaving the comforts of your own laptop.

Drawing Tutorials
If you’re a visual learner looking for a bit of assistance improving your sketches, the Drawing Tutorials board on Pinterest can help. This board is filled with links to videos that will show you the mechanics of drawing landscapes, sketching the details of a person’s lips, and even creating beautiful drawings on a chalkboard.

Draw
You don’t particularly need to watch instructional videos, but you could use a bit of guidance when it comes to drawing. This board contains endless sources of drawing inspiration, as well as diagrams and daily assignments to help you improve your drawing skills. You can also use the additional tabs at the top to browse the Draw board by doodles, anime, sketches, or whichever type of drawing that you’re most interested in.

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