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USA : SAN ANTONIO - November 2008
Go Shop
ALAMO FIESTA
( 2025 N Main Ave. Tel. 210-738-1188 )
www.alamofiesta.com Just in time for Day of the Dead, this party store brings you piñatas, papel picado (cut paper decorations) and a whole wardrobe of Mexican clothing at bargain prices.
( 2025 N Main Ave. Tel. 210-738-1188 )
www.alamofiesta.com Just in time for Day of the Dead, this party store brings you piñatas, papel picado (cut paper decorations) and a whole wardrobe of Mexican clothing at bargain prices.
BIG GRASS BAMBOO
( 637 W Hildebrand Ave. Tel. 210-735-7999 )
www.biggrass-bamboo.com With a pagoda and water garden, this little store offers amazing ambience and great home décor. Owners John and Duang Hanesworth select merchandise from Duangs native Thailand and sell furniture made from bamboo rather than wood.
( 637 W Hildebrand Ave. Tel. 210-735-7999 )
www.biggrass-bamboo.com With a pagoda and water garden, this little store offers amazing ambience and great home décor. Owners John and Duang Hanesworth select merchandise from Duangs native Thailand and sell furniture made from bamboo rather than wood.
NOMADIC NOTIONS
( 5208 Broadway St. Tel. 210-828-6270 )
www.nomadicnotions.com Pick out your own beads from more than 30 different countries and make your own jewelry at this hip little store in Alamo Heights. Trained staff are on hand to help you with your beading projects.
( 5208 Broadway St. Tel. 210-828-6270 )
www.nomadicnotions.com Pick out your own beads from more than 30 different countries and make your own jewelry at this hip little store in Alamo Heights. Trained staff are on hand to help you with your beading projects.
Go See
ARNESON RIVER THEATRE
( 418 Villita St. Tel. 210-207-8610 )
www.lavillita.com Designed in 1939 by River Walk architect Robert Hugman, the Mission-inspired stage was featured in Miss Congeniality. This months performances include Middle Eastern dancers and holiday celebrations.
( 418 Villita St. Tel. 210-207-8610 )
www.lavillita.com Designed in 1939 by River Walk architect Robert Hugman, the Mission-inspired stage was featured in Miss Congeniality. This months performances include Middle Eastern dancers and holiday celebrations.
SOUTHWEST SCHOOL OF ART & CRAFT
( 300 Augusta St. Tel. 210-224-1848 )
www.swschool.org This community-based arts center is much more than a school; housed on the River Walk in a beautifully landscaped 1851 convent, its now one of the citys premiere galleries and venues for art events.
( 300 Augusta St. Tel. 210-224-1848 )
www.swschool.org This community-based arts center is much more than a school; housed on the River Walk in a beautifully landscaped 1851 convent, its now one of the citys premiere galleries and venues for art events.
TOWER OF THE AMERICAS
( In Hemisfair Park, 600 Hemisfair Plaza Way. Tel. 210-223-3101 )
www.toweroftheamericas.com This 750-foot tower was constructed for the 1968 Worlds Fair. Take the elevator to the observation deck for the best view of the city, or dine at the top in the luxurious, rotating Chart House restaurant and watch the view change as you slowly spin.
( In Hemisfair Park, 600 Hemisfair Plaza Way. Tel. 210-223-3101 )
www.toweroftheamericas.com This 750-foot tower was constructed for the 1968 Worlds Fair. Take the elevator to the observation deck for the best view of the city, or dine at the top in the luxurious, rotating Chart House restaurant and watch the view change as you slowly spin.
Go Eat
FIG TREE RESTAURANT
( 515 Villita St. Tel. 210-224-1976 )
www.figtreerestaurant.com The French-inspired Fig Tree is as good as it gets on the River Walk. Enter the cozy 1800s-era building, make your way to the ample terraced dining area overlooking the river, order the mint-crusted rack of lamb and watch the boats go by. $$$
( 515 Villita St. Tel. 210-224-1976 )
www.figtreerestaurant.com The French-inspired Fig Tree is as good as it gets on the River Walk. Enter the cozy 1800s-era building, make your way to the ample terraced dining area overlooking the river, order the mint-crusted rack of lamb and watch the boats go by. $$$
LA FRITE BELGIAN BISTRO
( 728 S Alamo St. Tel. 210-224-7555 )
www.bistrovatel.com After creating a sensation with Ciao Lavanderia and Bistro Vatel, French chef Damien Watel has outdone himself again with this eatery in the historic King William district. Try a plate of mussels bathed in white wine sauce accompanied by a bucket of the crispy frites. $$
( 728 S Alamo St. Tel. 210-224-7555 )
www.bistrovatel.com After creating a sensation with Ciao Lavanderia and Bistro Vatel, French chef Damien Watel has outdone himself again with this eatery in the historic King William district. Try a plate of mussels bathed in white wine sauce accompanied by a bucket of the crispy frites. $$
LOS BARRIOS MEXICAN RESTAURANT
( 4223 Blanco Rd. Tel. 210-732-6017 )
Dont go to Los Barrios if youre in a hurry its always packed, and the legendary cuisine is the reason why. Try the sampler plate or the five-enchilada special. $
( 4223 Blanco Rd. Tel. 210-732-6017 )
Dont go to Los Barrios if youre in a hurry its always packed, and the legendary cuisine is the reason why. Try the sampler plate or the five-enchilada special. $
Go Party
CIAO WINE BAR
( 226 E Olmos Dr. Tel. 210-822-3990 )
This wine bar keeps things lively until late, featuring an extensive wine list with especially good Italian and French selections.
( 226 E Olmos Dr. Tel. 210-822-3990 )
This wine bar keeps things lively until late, featuring an extensive wine list with especially good Italian and French selections.
LA TÜNA
( 100 Probandt. Tel. 210-224-8862 )
Grab a seat under a live oak tree on one of La Tünas picnic benches, pop open a cold one and relax. The evening breezes and laidback crowd make this a local favorite, and the $2 Coronas and gourmet bar food dont hurt, either.
( 100 Probandt. Tel. 210-224-8862 )
Grab a seat under a live oak tree on one of La Tünas picnic benches, pop open a cold one and relax. The evening breezes and laidback crowd make this a local favorite, and the $2 Coronas and gourmet bar food dont hurt, either.
Go Day-Tripping
CANYON LAKE, TX
( 40 miles north of San Antonio. )
www.canyonlakechamber.com Nestled in Hill Country, this sprawling reservoir is home to half a dozen parks with swimming, camping, boating and fishing galore. Folksy communities nearby offer restaurants, boutiques and galleries to while away a weekend.
( 40 miles north of San Antonio. )
www.canyonlakechamber.com Nestled in Hill Country, this sprawling reservoir is home to half a dozen parks with swimming, camping, boating and fishing galore. Folksy communities nearby offer restaurants, boutiques and galleries to while away a weekend.
Fun Fact!
NBCs Today Show recently ranked San Antonio one of the top five friendliest cities in the nation.Compiled by TRACY BARNETT
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