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Coffee shop-music venue sadly goes silent in this San Antonio dining news
Of late, reporting on San Antonio hospitality news can be a real bummer. The city is at a crossroads, struggling to hold on to the independent businesses that make it unique. In the tradition of “Why can’t we have nice things?”
Stable Hall at Pearl True to Texas Roots
Stable Hall, the new performance venue at Pearl, was designed to give 21st-century audiences a good experience while also honoring the history of the space. “We’re humble stewards of this room,” said W. Brandt Wood, whose Dallas-based company WoodHouse is the concept developer, operator and partner behind the space’s transformation.
Historic San Antonio hotel checks in as the best hotel in Texas for 2024
A new list by US News and World Report has ranked San Antonio’s Hotel Emma the No. 1 best hotel in Texas, and No. 13 in the nation. The 14th annual report by US News analyzes more than 37,000 properties across the United States, Europe, Bermuda, Mexico, Canada and the Caribbean. Hotels are ranked based on industry awards, star ratings, and Tripadvisor customer ratings.
San Antonio artist unveils new mural downtown for Black History Month
SAN ANTONIO – Kaldric Dow, a San Antonio artist, has unveiled his newest mural titled “Soulful Love” downtown at the Pearl. Through brushstrokes, the mural examines Black History Month with a powerful depiction of love, featuring a mother and child.
First Look: San Antonio’s Most Famous Horse Stable Is Now a State-of-the-art Music Venue
When the owners of the Pearl Brewery commissioned a grand San Antonio stable in 1894, they likely had only one function in mind: a place to house sixty horses and the keg carts used to deliver their beer around town. But as it turns out, the now 130-year-old, oval-shaped building—with its open floor plan, tall ceilings, and multiple entrances—also makes for a great music venue.
Culinary market featuring four new restaurants is headed to Pearl
“Pullman Market is a wonderful complement to the vibrant culinary, retail, and cultural landscape that defines Pearl today,” said Mesha Millsap, Pearl CEO, in a recent news release. The official address for Pullman Market is 221 Newell Ave., San Antonio, TX 78215, which places the culinary market toward the southernmost side of the Pearl, near residential apartment buildings.
In San Antonio, do visit the Pearl District, a jewel among the city’s tourist sites
SAN ANTONIO — Come to think of it, not many Texas cities are capable of turning old industrial sites into attractive public amenities. The Fort Worth Stockyards come to mind. At least in the past, Houston transformed various hulking warehouses into viable markets.
Best Nominations for Best Farmers Market and Best Food Hall
SAN ANTONIO – (June 14, 2023) Pearl is proud to announce that two of the tenants on the property have been nominated for the 2023 USA TODAY 10Best Readers’ Choice Awards. Potluck Hospitality’s Pearl Markets and Food Hall at Bottling Department are both nominated in their respective categories for “Best Farmers Market” and “Best Food Hall.”
HISTORIC PEARL WELCOMES GLOBAL IPW ATTENDEES TO SAN ANTONIO
SAN ANTONIO – (May 15, 2023) San Antonio’s Historic Pearl joins Visit San Antonio and its partners to welcome global visitors and attendees of the U.S. Travel Association’s 2023 IPW conference coming to San Antonio’s Henry B. Gonzalez Convention Center from May 20 – May 23, 2023.
Pearl restaurants offer lunch specials and more San Antonio food news
San Antonio Food News is MySA’s quick catch-up on all things food-related happening in San Antonio. Here’s where we dive into anything from new menu items to restaurant openings to the newest pop-ups across the city. Have tasty news to share? Email food reporter Polly Anna Rocha at polly.rocha@mysa.com.
Hungry? Visit these 10 food halls across the US for a gastronomic journey like no other
Offering a variety of cuisines and dishes to suit different tastes and preferences, food halls are great spots for trying new flavors and meeting up with friends and family. Not to mention, many food halls put the spotlight on up-and-coming chefs, giving them a chance to grow their business, so you can support the local food scene instead of big chains while enjoying a top-notch meal.
Market watch: The 10 best farmers markets across the nation
According to the Farmers Market Coalition, a farmers market is “a public and recurring assembly of farmers or their representatives selling the food that they produced directly to consumers.” And the explosion of the farm-to-table movement in the United States has led to a steadily growing number of markets, with more than 8,600 registered in the USDA Farmers Market Directory.
Best of San Antonio Through Sightseeing Via Double Decker Bus
San Antonio, Texas, is a city that is steeped in history. From its Spanish colonial heritage to its many cultural attractions, there is always plenty to see and do in this charming city. One way to experience the best of San Antonio is by hopping on a double-decker bus and embarking on a sightseeing tour. It offers comfortable transportation and an opportunity to see top attractions, historical landmarks, and other interesting stops around the city.
An Insider’s Guide to San Antonio
San Antonio is full of surprises. The booming culinary scene fuses Southern, Mexican, and German (you read that right) influences. Museums showcase international art alongside American history. Historic sites pay homage to famous battles (The Alamo) as well as to homegrown talent (Pearl). It’s a well-rounded destination that rewards urban explorers with something new around every corner. Here’s our insider guide to the best things to do and see in San Antonio.
USA 10 Best Readers Choice Awards Winners
SAN ANTONIO – (July 14, 2023) The results are in and Pearl is proud to announce that two of the most loved local Pearl destinations are receiving national recognition in the 2023 USA TODAY 10Best Readers’ Choice Awards. This year, Potluck Hospitality’s Pearl Markets is ranked #5 in the “Best Farmers Market” category and Food Hall at Bottling Department ranked #10 “Best Food Hall” in the prestigious list.
San Antonio celebrates Selena’s birthday with movie screenings, market
The world continues to celebrate the life and legacy of Selena Quintanilla-Perez, an icon in many respects, even decades after her death. San Antonio especially does right by the Corpus Christi native, throwing a number of parties and special events across town to make sure the Queen of Tejano is properly honored for her birthday on April 16.
San Antonio’s historic Pearl celebrates Women’s History Month with unveiling of a new mural
One of San Antonio’s most historic landmark communities is paying homage to its prominent women all of March in celebration of Women’s History Month, with an additional unveiling of a new mural by a local female artist.
