Bonus: Don’t forget to grab a brew from Pearl Brewery when you visit San Antonio. | Photo by ATXtoday
Hey y’all, City Editor Figi here. I recently spent a weekend in the Alamo City, which is roughly 80 miles south of Austin.
With the help of a resident friend and SATXtoday, I filled my time with some fantastic spots that I want to share.
Coffee: Pullman Market
We ordered an iced chai and an iced vanilla latte to sip while strolling the rest of the market, where you can find food stands, artisan goods, dried flowers, local salsa, wine, ice cream, produce, a full-service restaurant, and more.
Do not leave Best Quality Daughter without trying at least one of these items.
Photo by ATXtoday
Dinner: Best Quality Daughter
Chef Jennifer Hwa Dobbertin is a three-time James Beard Award semifinalist — I’m still thinking about the roasted Brussels sprouts, Taiwanese popcorn chicken, and creamy coconut tom yum noodles we ordered.
Outdoor activity: San Antonio River Walk
If you only visit one area in San Antonio, it should be the River Walk, because it will lead you to dozens of restaurants, bars, concerts, boat tours, and — you guessed it — The Alamo.
19th Annual Trunk Show | Wednesday, May 21-Monday, May 26 | 11 a.m.-6 p.m. | Nature’s Treasures of Texas | Cost of purchase | Get the first pick of new inventory — including home decor, jewelry, and crystals — from the International Gem Show.
“Moulin Rouge! The Musical” | Wednesday, May 21-Sunday, May 25 | Times vary | Bass Concert Hall | $42+ | Pop the champagne and prepare to be entertained during this musical mash-up extravaganza.
Thursday, May 22
Hot Luck Fest | Thursday, May 22-Sunday, May 25 | 9 a.m.-9 p.m. | Multiple locations | $208+ | This citywide celebration of chef-driven food + local music was founded by Aaron Franklin of Franklin Barbecue and supports the Southern Smoke Foundation.
Alyssa Edwards | 8 p.m. | The Paramount Theatre | $35+ | The Texas-born “RuPaul’s Drag Race Global All Stars” winner is coming back to the Lone Star State.
Saturday, May 24
Key Glock | 8-11 p.m. | The Moody Center | $51+ | The rapper from Memphis will bring the “GLOCKAVELI Tour” to the ATX stage.
After 10 years of lululemon’s iconic yoga pant, meet the new version
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Fun fact: It’s been 10 years since the Align™ pant was released — lululemon’s buttery-soft, functional yoga pant that’s amassed many a devoted fan.
Extra fun fact: In honor of the anniversary, lululemon just dropped lululemon Align No Line™, which has everything great about the original, just no front-rise seam.
Austin’s Minister of Culture Matthew McConaughey and his brother from another mother Woody Harrelson were spotted filming their Apple TV+ series “Brothers” on West Riverside Drive on Monday, May 19. Their matching blue suits sure do sparkle. (Austin American-Statesman)
Civic
Austin Mayor Kirk Watson endorsed a plan to fund two out of six I-35 “cap and stitch” projects ahead of City Council’s vote on Thursday, May 22. The full, $1.4 billion proposal has been the subject of debate for months, and the pared-down version would have an expected cost of $401 million. (Austin American-Statesman)
Real Estate
Actress Emma Stone’s historic Austin estate is on the market. The $26.5 million Tarrytown property sits on 1.25 acres and features a pool + spa, two-bedroom guest house, and film screening room. As for Stone, she and her husband said they may move back to Austin someday, but are currently working in New York. (Wall Street Journal)
Tech
Tesla plans to launch the pilot of its new robotaxi service on local roadways by the end of next month. The trial will start with 10 Model Y vehicles and eventually expand to Los Angeles and San Francisco. By the way — you can already take autonomous Uber x Waymo taxis in town. (KVUE)
Traffic
Click it or ticket. Expect to see increased traffic enforcement on the roads from now until Sunday, June 1 due to a partnership between the Austin Police Department and the Texas Department of Transportation. Be sure to have your seat belt on — that’s specifically what officers will be looking for.
Number
7,054. That’s how many new apartment units have been built Downtown in the last four years, according to a new study from RentCafe. That puts Austin at No. 14 in the nation for fastest growth in the city center, behind fellow Lone Star cities Houston and Dallas.
Event
Get ready to shop ’til you drop. The eighth annual Artisan Mercado will set up shop starting Saturday, June 7 at 506 Congress Ave. After that, the indoor-outdoor arts market will host an event every first and third Saturday through December. Admission is free — RSVP here.
Biz
Todd Coerver has wrapped up his time as CEO for Easy Tiger. The restaurant consultant — who has worked with P. Terry’s and Whataburger — worked with the bakery and beer garden mini-chain for a year, and it is unclear who will fill the role next. (Austin Business Journal)
Sports
Cowboys fans are on the edge of their seats after the team’s high-profile coaching change, so what should they expect in the upcoming season? Get the biggest stories every day from the local experts of the Dallas Cowboys with Locked On’s daily podcasts.
Real Estate
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The Central Texas community is coming together in plenty of different ways to remember the fallen. | Photo by ATXtoday
Americans have a long weekend coming up for Memorial Day, which falls on Monday, May 26.
There is a lot to do with those extra 24 hours — see our monthly Plan Ahead — but if remembrance is on your heart, here are a few events to honor service members.
Memorial Day Freedom Run 5K/10K/13.1 | 7:30-11:30 a.m. on Saturday, May 24
Sweat it out in beautiful scenery of Brushy Creek Lake Park and raise funding for cancer, water, and education in honor of fallen heroes.
Memorial Day: Remember and Honor Event | 10 a.m.-12 p.m. on Monday, May 26
Join the city of Round Rock, the Round Rock Veteran’s Coalition, and Major General Michael McCurry for a ceremony followed by refreshments at Old Settlers Park.
City of Lakeway Memorial Day Ceremony | 11 a.m. on Monday, May 26
Join the Lakeway community at Emmaus Catholic Church to honor service members during this ceremony.
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Admittedly, I’m a creature of habit, so I’m thankful every time a trip makes it out of the group chat. Now, I just need to get another trip to Miami in the books. If you also want to get out of town but don’t want to go too far away, allow me to suggest a trip to Albuquerque, New Mexico.
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