By Edmond Ortiz The local May 2 elections will offer only one contested match in Castle Hills, but voters in Leon Valley and Balcones Heights have plenty of candidates to consider in their own towns, including a three-way mayoral race in Leon Valley. Balcones Heights While Mayor Johnny Rodriguez has no challenger in a bid…
By Edmond Ortiz The Fiesta edition of Light Bites is highlighted by the long-awaited opening of Chef Jason Dady’s Mexico Ceaty concept on the Riverwalk, the unveiling of a Selena-inspired bar in downtown, and the launch of a new fried chicken and waffle spot on the Far West Side. Additionally, a Castle Hills restaurant adds…
Below is a list of select events taking place 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. STAGE Now through April 19 The Amazing Acro-Cats, a troupe of trained former rescue cats, will perform tricks, ride skateboards, jump through…
By Edmond Ortiz Fiesta, San Antonio’s annual 11-day citywide party, officially gets underway April 16. While Fiesta veterans have their favorite, longtime events, there are still changes, helpful tips, and unofficial Fiesta happenings to keep in mind this time around. Out and about A majority of Fiesta events take place in downtown or the urban…
By Edmond Ortiz Castle Hills Police Department is experiencing an unexpected leadership change following the department head’s abrupt resignation. What is happening Gary McHone recently submitted his resignation as police chief, less than seven months after he took office. Jose Davila, who was promoted to captain and patrol commander last November, was named interim police…
By Edmond Ortiz This new edition of Light Bites highlights the openings of a Yemeni coffee shop in northwest San Antonio, a Far West Side donut shop, a Vietnamese restaurant, an East Side barbecue spot, and a Stone Oak eatery at the old Le Peep location. Additionally, Castle Hills restaurants will again be featured in…
Below is a list of select events taking place 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 March 28 Greater San Antonio Community Bands Association presents a community band festival, featuring performances from groups such as San Antonio…
By Edmond Ortiz The latest openings in San Antonio’s bar and culinary community include a new sandwich shop in Leon Valley, a Windcrest buffet restaurant, a revived rock music-driven bar on the South Side, a downtown honky tonk, a brunch-focused Stone Oak-area spot, and a new Hemisfair hotel. Elsewhere, the Pearl area is getting a…
By Edmond Ortiz This edition of Light Bites is highlighted by La Foccacia’s owner deciding not to retire, and the owner of Luce Ristorante deciding to hang up his apron for good. Elsewhere, the far West Side has a new hot chicken eatery and a new bar with food options. Additionally, renowned local chef is…
Below is a list of select events taking place 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 Feb. 20 The String Queens, a trio that performs an array of music, from 1700s classic compositions through popular contemporary tunes,…
