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Love Home Decorating? These 4 HGTV Shows Will Give You Major Design Inspo

August 2, 2016 by

If you consider decorating your home one of your favorite hobbies, then you're likely always on the hunt for new sources of inspiration. Tune into these four popular HGTV shows during your next lazy Sunday on the sofa!

  • Flip or Flop. With its high stakes gambles in the risky house-flipping market, this fun show is one of HGTV's most exciting. You'll love watching as married hosts Tarek and Christina bid on foreclosed houses and renovate them for resale.
  • House Hunters. This classic HGTV show is now in its 18th season, but you'll never grow tired of watching real people purchase homes in places around the country.
  • House Hunters International. If you love House Hunters, you'll especially love watching Americans purchase their first homes in other countries around the world. From France to India, this show gives you a glimpse into the housing market all over the globe.
  • Fixer Upper. Watch as married couple Chip and Joanna renovate houses all over the Waco, Texas, area. By purchasing older homes and renovating them on a budget, they give their clients a chance to live in their dream neighborhoods.

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Stroll Through the Japanese Tea Gardens at Brackenridge Park

July 26, 2016 by

Looking for a relaxing way to spend some time in nature in San Antonio? Visit Brackenridge Park, a popular local attraction with more than its fair share of natural beauty. This unique park contains a small zoo, trains, gardens and playgrounds throughout its spacious grounds, offering something for visitors of all ages and even the whole family to enjoy all at once.

Start your visit by strolling through the Japanese Tea Gardens, which are completely free of charge. Here you’ll see stone structures that showcase Japanese architecture and lush, green vegetation that is native to Japan. Next, take the train for a ride to see the various other gardens in the park, stopping once you arrive at the historic Donkey Barn. Complete your visit with some playtime on the playground, a stroll through the zoo, or a picnic in a pavilion!

Brackenridge Park
3910 N St Marys St
San Antonio, TX 78288
www.yelp.com/biz/brackenridge-park-san-antonio

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Kennedy’s Chicago Pizza: A Taste of the Windy City in San Antonio

July 19, 2016 by

Most people have to travel to the Windy City in order to get a taste of Chicago’s famous deep-dish pizza, but Kennedy’s Chicago Pizza brings it right to the heart of San Antonio. From the crispy crust to the thick, doughy center, the homemade sauce and the toppings piled high on top, everything about this pizza is a authentic.

The family-owned restaurant also offers other Chicago fare favorites, like traditional Italian sandwiches, chili cheese hot dogs, and hot wings in three distinct flavors. The menu even lists spaghetti with homemade sweet Italian bread that makes a hearty dinner. Regulars insist that you should also save room for Eli’s famous cheesecake or carrot cake, which are both large enough to share. Everything on the menu at Kennedy’s Chicago Pizza is made dail.

Kennedy’s Chicago Pizza offers both dine-in and takeout options, and calling ahead is recommended. Visit its website to learn more!

Kennedy’s Chicago Pizza
8802 Potranco Road
San Antonio, TX 78245
(210) 680-6673
www.kennedyschicago.com
www.yelp.com/biz/kennedys-chicago-pizza-san-antonio

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Orange Leaf: Where San Antonio Goes for Fro-Yo

July 12, 2016 by

Frozen yogurt shops are popping up just about everywhere, and Orange Leaf is San Antonio’s answer to the fro-yo trend. This self-serve shop has a clean, modern interior that's perfect for relaxing with friends over a bowl of ice-cold, creamy goodness with all of the toppings. Rows of self-serve frozen yogurt machines are situated against an artistic orange tile wall, and there are about a dozen different flavors that change from day to day. Once you choose the perfect flavor, Orange Leaf also offers delicious toppings that range from sweet chocolate candies to fresh fruits and granolas.

A scale at the cash register determines how much your frozen yogurt costs, which is ideal for days when you just want a little taste of something sweet. Orange Leaf also offers ample seating inside where guests can enjoy their dessert just like you would enjoy a coffee at your local café.

Orange Leaf
119 SW Loop 410
San Antonio, TX 78245
(210) 802-1986
www.orangeleafyogurt.com
www.yelp.com/biz/orange-leaf-san-antonio-10

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Super-Simple Fixes for Kitchen Clutter

July 5, 2016 by

Out of every room in your home, the kitchen seems to be the space that gets used the most—and it's also the space that's first to attract clutter! Sound like you? Follow these tips to help maintain order in your busy kitchen.

  • Go through your cabinets and donate or toss out the items that are not frequently used. Your main goal is to have only the items that you love and use.
  • Create groups or categories for your items. For example, sort all of your baking items together in one section and your cooking items in another.
  • Use clear containers to store items and place them inside your cabinets. This keeps everything from being scattered all over the place.
  • Place hooks underneath your cabinets to hold mugs or use a stemware rack in the same spot to hold wine glasses. You could also use adhesive hooks inside of your cabinets to hang measuring cups or oven mitts.
  • Use rotating trays in your cabinets to hold oils, vinegars, or spices. You can also use them in your refrigerator for beverages.
  • Use a small bar cart to store some silverware or your coffee pot and mugs.

Organize Your Kitchen Cabinets [Container Store]
10 Kitchen Organization Hacks To Keep Clutter Contained [The Stir]
10 Steps to an Orderly Kitchen [HGTV]

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Happy Fourth of July!

July 4, 2016 by

Wishing you a Fourth of July filled with pride, honor, and lots of fun!

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Find Farm-Fresh Produce at the Legacy Farmers’ Market

June 28, 2016 by

Open 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays, the Legacy Farmers’ Market is an experience that's not to be missed. You'll find more than just farm-fresh fruit and veggies here. In fact, you can expect everything from furniture and honey to dog treats and homemade soaps. You'll also encounter vendors selling arts and crafts, photography, and art. All of the produce is grown locally, and many of the other products sold are made in the area, as well. Many of the food merchants offer free samples, and in the spring and summer there is live music playing for your enjoyment.

Perhaps best of all, the Legacy Farmers' Market is open year-round!

Legacy Farmers’ Market
18402 US Hwy 281N
San Antonio, TX 78259
(210) 420-0488
legacyfarmersmarket.com

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Enjoy a Fresh Catch at Wildfish Seafood Grille

June 21, 2016 by

From the sleek and swanky bar area to the sophisticated dining room, San Antonio's Wildfish Seafood Grille offers an inviting place to relax and enjoy a quality meal of surf and turf. We recommend the Chilean sea bass, the Icelandic cod, the shellfish tower appetizer, and the Midwestern steak, which is aged 28 days before being broiled. Wildfish Seafood Grille is generally always bustling, but the restaurant sees extra foot traffic during happy hour. Served between 4 p.m. and 7 p.m. seven days a week, happy hour offers discounts on appetizers, raw oysters, cocktails, and wines.

Wildfish Seafood Grille is located in the middle of a plaza, so parking can also be difficult to find. Despite that, regulars believe that the ambiance and quality food presented at Wildfish is worth the extra effort!

Wildfish Seafood Grille
1834 NW Loop 1604
San Antonio, TX 78248
(210) 493-1600
www.wildfishseafoodgrille.com/default.aspx?lang=en&section=locations&rID=8505

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Happy Father’s Day!

June 19, 2016 by

Today is a chance for us to recognize some very important people in our lives. May this day bring you many reasons to smile!

Happy Father’s Day!

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Enjoy Some Sake and Traditional Japanese Fare at Sushi Zushi

June 14, 2016 by

With four San Antonio locations, Sushi Zushi has established itself as a favorite among local lovers of Japanese fare. This restaurant takes a creative approach to Japanese cuisine, giving traditional Japanese dishes a Latin American twist. Returning diners recommend the salmon roll, seaweed salad, and Tampa Bay Musubi.

The happy hour specials offer cheap drinks, glasses of wine, hot sake, and appetizer-size rolls. Regulars enjoy that it is convenient to visit even during rush hour. Service is friendly and fast and regulars mention they love that drinks keep being served despite how busy the establishment is.

Sushi Zushi uses local ingredients to make modern, five-star and healthy options for its customers.

Sushi Zushi
Stone Oak Plaza II
18720 Stone Oak
(210) 545-6100
www.sushizushi.com/Locations/SanAntonio.aspx

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