Light Bites (Dec. 10): New ramen restaurants open at Pearl and Medical Center area; hi-fi listening room/bar launches near downtown; concha-centric food truck rolls out

By Edmond Ortiz There is no shortage of openings of new restaurants and bars around the San Antonio area, even during the holiday season and with the end of 2025. in sight. Check out this roundup of latest culinary news items, including the launch of new ventures by Chef Jason Dady and restaurateur Chad Carey,…

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Things To Do In And Around San Antonio (Nov. 28-Dec. 9)

Below is a list of select events happening in the San Antonio area. Have a local event you would like Focus On San Antonio to promote? Email all the details to eortiz@journalist.com MUSIC Dec. 2 Local classical/contemporary music group Agarita and singer/songwriter Azul Barrientos will present “Before the Downbeat,” a pre-concert lecture and musical preview…

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Light Bites (Nov 22): Tucker’s is reincarnated; chef unveils new Pearl bar; Korean BBQ chain opens Live Oak spot

By Edmond Ortiz A new concept for an iconic East Side lounge, the launch of an upscale Pearl bar, and the opening of new Tex-Mex and burger eateries highlight the latest culinary news in the San Antonio area. Additionally. a Castle Hills restaurant has begun hosting private cooking classes, and holiday-themed pop-up bars are opening…

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Local artist’s new display extols generational links on South Side

By Edmond Ortiz The city of San Antonio recently dedicated a local artist’s sculpture, which is designed to celebrate the connections between generations and cultures that have helped to shape the South Side. What is happening The city’s arts and culture department World Heritage office held a Nov. 14 event to unveil Ashley Perez’s display,…

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