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Start Your Day With a Latte and a Crosisant From Commonwealth Coffeehouse & Bakery

December 8, 2015 by

The next time you’re craving something more elaborate than your usual morning coffee, pay a visit to Commonwealth Coffeehouse & Bakery. This favorite local coffee shop is located in a building that looks like a renovated house, and once you venture inside you’ll find that it’s just as cozy as one too. White subway tiles and antique light sconces line the walls, country-style furnishings fill the dining area, and outside, French bistro tables create charming seating areas on the spacious wooden deck.

The skilled baristas at Commonwealth Coffeehouse & Bakery happily prepare frothy cappuccinos topped with elaborate foam art, while the seasonal lattes feature unique combinations of flavors and the classic drip coffee impresses even the most knowledgeable coffee experts. There is also a delicious food menu that boasts breakfast burritos, chocolate croissants, and Ahi tuna sandwiches for lunch.

No matter the time of day, Commonwealth Coffeehouse & Bakery is just the place to visit when you need a pick-me-up.

Commonwealth Coffeehouse & Bakery
118 Davis Court
San Antonio, TX 78209
(210) 560-2955
www.commonwealthcoffeehouse.com

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Molten Chocolate Cake, Reinvented: Try These Three Recipes

December 2, 2015 by

There may be no more indulgent dessert than molten lava cake, a combination of crumbly pastry and gooey chocolate filling. There are many ways to make this treat with a variety of ingredients, and each rendition is tailored to special tastes and diets. Here are three recipes for molten lava cake that you might want to try.

  1. Red Velvet Molten Lava Cake [Half Baked Harvest]
    Silence your sweet tooth with this delicious twist on red velvet cake. Mix in red food coloring, coconut milk, and melted chocolate for an elegant take on this classic recipe.
  2. Molten Chocolate Cake [Pioneer Woman]
    Real butter, fresh eggs, heavy whipping cream, and semi-sweet baking chocolate all get representation in this authentic molten cake recipe. Enjoy tantalizing step-by-step photographs while you prepare it.
  3. Molten Chocolate Cakes [Food and Wine]
    A mere seven ingredients and four steps; making a fabulous molten chocolate cake doesn’t get any easier than this recipe from Food and Wine.

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Happy Thanksgiving!

November 26, 2015 by

We hope everyone has a wonderful day celebrating with family and friends! What are you thankful for this year?

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Government Canyon State Natural Area: Hike and Bike Through Diverse Terrain

November 24, 2015 by

San Antonio’s natural areas boast some of the most diverse landscapes in the entire country, and Government Canyon State Natural Area is a testament to this unique beauty. The park’s more than 40 miles of hiking trails twist and turn through gentle, grassy hills, rugged canyons, and thick wooded areas, and they are equipped for everything from trail running to casual hiking and mountain biking. The park even contains organized monthly hikes with themes like Explore the Canyon and Family Fun.

If you’re looking to spend a more relaxing day outdoors, Government Canyon also offers spaces for picnicking and fascinating areas for geocaching. There are also well-maintained campgrounds made for groups of any size. Perhaps most fascinating of all is the park’s prehistoric claim to fame: Government Canyon State Natural Area hosts the only known dinosaur footprints in all of Bexar County; they date back 110 million years.

Adult admission to the park is $6, and children 12 and under get in for free.

Government Canyon State Natural Area
12861 Galm Road
San Antonio, TX 78254
(210) 688-9055
www.tpwd.state.tx.us/state-parks/government-canyon
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From Produce to Peanut Brittle: Pearl Farmers Market

November 17, 2015 by

Pearl isn't a single restaurant or institution, but rather a collection of them along the San Antonio Riverwalk. Though the businesses are independent, they all share one common goal: to teach San Antonians to love food. That typically involves partnering with local farmers and producers to gather fresh ingredients, a practice you can participate in yourself at the weekly Pearl Farmers Market.

Each Saturday and Sunday morning, you can get some face time with the same purveyors who supply the restaurants (and Pearl's Culinary Institute of America) at the farmers market. Grab some fresh produce from Braune Farms, a fourth-generation family-owned farm. Pick up veggies from Kitchen Pride Mushrooms, a farm that spends seven weeks cultivating each mushroom. You can even snack on some locally famous peanut brittle from Ms. Chocolatier. No matter which prepared foods or fresh ingredients you collect at Pearl Farmers Market, you can rest assured that it was produced within a 150-mile radius of the market—that's Pearl's commitment to you.

Pearl Farmers Market
200 E. Grayson Street
San Antonio, TX 78215
(210) 212-7260
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Happy Veterans day!

November 11, 2015 by

Today is a day to honor the men and women who have bravely fought and continue to fight for our country. Thank you for your service!

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Tacos El Piquin: Affordable Mexican Cuisine

November 11, 2015 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
www.facebook.com/pages/Tacos-El-Piquin/100148946719669
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Election Day

November 3, 2015 by

Today is Election Day. Be sure to get out and vote!

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4 of the Web’s Best Recipes for Banana Pudding

November 3, 2015 by

Banana pudding is sweet and rich, with a creamy taste that people of all ages simply adore. It’s also a very simple dish to make at home, and it serves a large number of guests at one time. Here are a few of the best banana pudding recipes from around the web.

Banana Pudding IV [All Recipes]
When you’ve only got a few minutes to spare, this banana pudding recipe comes together quickly and easily.

Easy Southern Banana Pudding [Kraft]
Use simple vanilla wafers to create this banana pudding in just 20 minutes or less.

Not Yo’ Mama’s Banana Pudding [Paula Deen]
True to Paula’s signature style, this recipe is rich, creamy, and truly decadent.

Banana Pudding Recipe & Video [Joy of Baking]
Visual learners will love this tasty recipe because it includes a simple video to help you along.

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Jacala Mexican Restaurant: Plan Your Next Taco Tuesday

October 27, 2015 by

If you find yourself craving Mexican food just about every day of the week, Jacala Mexican Restaurant is a must-try eatery in San Antonio. This award-winning locale is known for its flavorful margaritas and its unique “puffy tacos,” which are made with puffy tortilla shells that are denser than traditional tortillas. The restaurant’s menu also includes favorites like enchiladas, loaded nachos, and housemade tortilla soup, as well as a number of other combo plates and Mexican classics. Jacala also offers lunch specials throughout the week, which include low prices on combo platters and even to-go options on any of the items on its expansive menu.

There is a large selection of fruity margaritas and imported cervezas, which can be enjoyed with your meal or in the lively bar area. With a spacious, colorful interior and lively atmosphere, this is the perfect spot for a flavorful meal with friends!

Jacala Mexican Restaurant
606. West Ave
San Antonio TX 78201
(210) 732-5222
www.jacala.com

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