10.27.2023

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Chris Perez 🤝 Pizza Patrón

A conversation with local legend Chris Perez

Have you tried the Perezeroni Pizza from Pizza Patron yet? | Photo by Pizza Patron

When San Antonians hear the name Chris Perez, much comes to mind: he’s a Grammy Award-winning musician, a hot sauce entrepreneur, and the husband to the late Queen of Tejano music, Selena Quintanilla. One other label we can now add to the list? Pizza. Yup, that’s right — Perez now has his own pizza named after him, the Perezeroni Pizza, available at Pizza Patrón.

The collaboration celebrates the eatery’s 20th birthday in the Alamo City and uses Perez’s original hot sauce flavor (the Perez Pepper Sauce) as the key ingredient.

We recently got the change to ask him for the inside slice on this sizzlin’ collab.

🍕How did your Perez Pepper Sauce come to be?

I’ve always been a fan of spicy foods since I was a kid. So much so that I used to carry a baggie of serrano peppers to any restaurant I went to. It didn’t matter if it was a hole in the wall or a fancy place, I needed to add some heat to my meals.

My good friend John Gomez, who later became my business partner, always saw this happen and asked if I ever thought about making my own hot sauce.

SATXtoday: Chris Perez Pizza Patron — Grab a Perezeroni Pizza today.
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Photo by Pizza Patrón

🍕In three words, how would you describe your Perezeroni Pizza?

I would say, ‘the perfect pizza’ with its spicy ranch base, 4-cheese blend (including a cheddar topper), and it is packed with pepperoni.

🍕What was the inspiration behind working with Pizza Patrón? Why this pizza spot?

The Perez Pepper Sauce logo has a lion because I am a Leo. Just like the lion is the king of the jungle, the Perez Pepper Sauce aims to be the king of hot sauces. Pizza Patrón has not only mastered the classics but pioneered the Latin-inspired pies.

20th Anniversary Mural_ Pizza Patrón (1).jpeg — Celebrate the 20th anniversary of Pizza Patron.
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Photo by Pizza Patrón

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Have you tried the Perez Pepper Sauce?

A. Yes, and it is spicy
B. I haven’t, but I want to
C. No, I’m not a fan of hot sauces

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Events

Friday, Oct. 27

Native Pollinators in the Garden | Friday, Oct. 27 | 10 a.m.-12 p.m. | San Antonio Botanical Garden, 555 Funston Pl., San Antonio | $13.50-$15 | Learn about local pollinators and their importance on garden ecosystems.
Haunted Book Fair | Friday, Oct. 27 | 4-8 p.m. | Nowhere Bookshop, 5154 Broadway, San Antonio | Free | Adults, this one’s for you: Browse books while enjoying happy hour specials on beer + wine.
Western Conference Semifinal Watch Party | Friday, Oct. 27 | 9 p.m. | Chicken N Pickle, 5215 UTSA Blvd., San Antonio | Free | San Antonio FC takes on Sacramento Republic FC in the USL semifinals, all on the big screen.

Saturday, Oct. 28

HalloWine 5K Run | Saturday, Oct. 28 | 8-10 a.m. | The Shops at La Cantera, 15900 La Cantera Parkway, San Antonio | $45 | Lace up for this themed 5K run.
Family and Friends Fishing Day | Saturday, Oct. 28 | 9 a.m.-2 p.m. | Brackenridge Park (Joske Pavilion), 531 Brackenridge Way, San Antonio | Free | Bring the family out for a day of fishing with over 600 native catfish.
Halloween Bash | Saturday, Oct. 28 | 7-11 p.m. | Tower of the Americas, 739 E. Cesar E. Chavez Blvd., San Antonio | Free | Bring the family for a spooktacular time with face painting, food + drinks for purchase, a pumpkin patch, and a trunk-or-treat car show.

Sunday, Oct. 29

Southtown Dog Market | Sunday, Oct. 29 | 11 a.m.-3 p.m. | The Good Kind Southtown, 127 S. Saint Mary’s St., San Antonio | Free | Join this monthly dog-themed market in a luscious garden featuring local pet vendors and brunch bites for both human + dogs.
Trunk-or-Treat | Sunday, Oct. 29 | 1-4 p.m. | Pride Center San Antonio, 1303 McCullough Ave., #160, San Antonio | Free | Celebrate spooky season with treats.
Kindkeith & Euphonia | Sunday, Oct. 29 | 7 p.m. | Vice Versa Coffee & Music, 123 Heiman St., San Antonio | $10 | See local bands play at this coffee shop.

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News Notes

Weather

Did you see a funnel cloud on your way to work yesterday? Morning commuters caught videos of a tornado around 8 a.m. touching down near Fort Sam Houston and the Terrell Hills neighborhood. No injuries were reported but there were reports of damaged vehicles, power outages, and downed trees.

Development

H-E-B is expanding its Windcrest milk processing plant. According to the filing, the grocer plans to add an additional 4,860 sqft to the existing structure for new, ultra-high temperature milk processing. The project will cost $60 million, and construction is set to begin in January 2024, with completion slated for July 2025.

Travel

The San Antonio International Airport has added its 45th nonstop flight to its quickly growing list. Travelers can now book daily nonstop flights on Southwest Airlines from San Antonio to Burbank (Hollywood Burbank Airport), with takeoff beginning June 4, 2024.

Shop

The Texas Market announced the opening of its retail space, The Fair Goods, located inside Make Ready Market at 203 8th St. It debuts next month, and will be open daily. Keep an eye on the store’s new Instagram for updates.

Community

Looking to support local? Start right here: with the SATXtoday news team. We live, work, and play all things San Antonio so we can bring you the kind of news you actually care about. Directly support us by becoming a SATXtoday member — you’ll keep this free newsletter hitting inboxes.

Edu

Looking to change up your child’s education? Somerset Academies’ application period for the 2024-2025 school year begins on Wednesday, Nov. 1. With four different locations and a stimulating curriculum, Somerset offers something for every student. Learn more + enroll.*

Concert

💄 Cherry lips, crystal skies

Where to listen to Taylor Swift’s “1989 (Taylor’s Version)” in San Antonio

What’s your favorite “1989 (Taylor’s Version)” track? | Photo by SATXtoday team

Do you hear that? It’s “1989 (Taylor’s Version)” release day, the newest album from Taylor Swift.

Whether you’re celebrating the artist’s iconic hits like “Style” or “Bad Blood” with a listening party or camping out at your local record store for a copy of the vinyl — we went ahead and rounded up the best places to listen to “1989" in San Antonio that remind us of Taylor’s songs.

Let’s shake it off.

Civic Park — “Out of the Woods”
San Antonio International Airport — “Welcome To New York”
Landa Library — “New Romantics”
The McNay Art Museum — “Wildest Dreams”
Salado Creek — “This Love”

Got a blank space on your calendar? Here are some upcoming Swiftie events that will have you feeling 22.

Taylor Swift Laser Dance Party | The Espee | Friday, Oct. 27 | 8 p.m. | $30-$35 | Are you ready for this dance party?

More Swiftie events

Answered

Do you plan on installing solar panels on your home?

We broke down the process of installing solar panels on your home.
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Last week we asked you if you were planning on installing solar panels on your home. 43% of you said you already have solar panels, whereas it was neck-and-neck with those planning to install (24%) + no plans to install (33%).

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The Wrap

Today’s edition by:
Nicholas

From the editor

By now I have listened to the entirety of “1989 (Taylor’s Version)” and it’s a tough pick on my favorite vault track, but my all time favorite “1989" song will always be “Style.”

One more thing, I’m going on vacation. You’ll be in perfect hands with City Editor Adriana and our Senior National Content Editor Emily. I’ll talk to you when I get back.

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