Ready to try some delicious brunch at Box St. All Day? | Photo by: @zachstward
Restaurant Weeks, the bi-annual foodie extravaganza, hosted by Culinaria, kicks off on Saturday, Jan. 18 and runs through Saturday, Feb. 1.
Proceeds from Restaurant Weeks + other annual events go back to supporting Culinaria’s mission and education programs in our community. Here’s how Restaurant Weeks works:
Participating eateries offer three-course prix fixe menus.
Brunch menus are $25
Lunch menus range between $20 and $30
Dinner menus are $35, $45, or $55
To-go options are available at many of the participating restaurants.
While there are over 50 restaurants participating this year, there are a couple that Newsletter Editor Nicholas is interested in trying like:
Curator Talk with Ruben Cordova, PhD | 6 p.m. | Centro de Artes Gallery | Free | Meet with curator Ruben C. Cordova, PhD as he discusses his exhibition “Dining with Rolando Briseño: A 50-year Retrospective.”
Maverick Book Club | 7 p.m. | TPR’s Irma & Emilio Nicolas Media Center | $0+ | Listen to a discussion and grab a copy of a book about the blended cultures of women in the Mexico-US border towns.
Friday, Jan. 17
Dale Watson | 8 p.m. | Floore’s, Helotes | $18+ | This Marshall, TX-based country singer comes to town.
Salado Creek Clean Up | 10 a.m.-1 p.m. | Salado Creek | Free | Volunteer with this local organization and help keep Salado Creek beautiful.
Polaroid Collage Workshop | 11 a.m.-1 p.m. | McNay Art Museum | $10+ | Inspired by artist Whitfield Lovell, participants can experiment with Polaroid photography and learn about photo emulsion.
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Developers GrayStreet Partners and Fulcrum Development received approval from the Historic and Design Review Commission about its 15-acre project dubbed “Broadway East.” Plans for the mixed-use site include shopping + hospitality options, multifamily living, and offices. (SA Business Journal)
San Antonian
UT Health Science Center at San Antonio Dr. Kenneth M. Hargreaves has won the 2025 Hill Prize in Medicine. The Hill Prizes recognize top Texas innovators in the medical field and provides seed funding to advance groundbreaking scientific research.
Coming Soon
A new gym is coming to the Alamo Heights neighborhood. The Yard Gym is an Australian-based company specializing in weights, recovery, and traditional open gym experience. According to its Instagram, the gym is opening in April. Stay tuned for grand opening details.
Cause
BIRD Bakery is supporting the Los Angeles Fire Department with 100% of the proceeds from its Strawberry Lemonade Cupcake going to the organization. The fundraiser ends Saturday, Feb. 1.
Sports
The Spurs is hosting a watch party on Saturday, Jan. 25 at Frost Plaza at The Rock at La Cantera. The Fan Fest kicks off at 9:30 a.m., with the game starting at 11 a.m. Expect a French vendor market, photo ops, and freebies.
Asked
Newsletter Editor Nick here. Yesterday I asked for your matcha recommendations. Reader Cynthia U. loves the Strawberry Matcha from Merit and reader Michelle P. says R&R Collective has the best matcha drinks. If you have any suggestions, comment on this post.
Listen
Can the Silver and Black keep up the momentum after their victory over the Lakers? Get the latest news, analysis, and insider information for the San Antonio Spurs with Locked On’s daily, team-focused podcasts.
Finance
Did you know some credit cards can actually help you get out of debt faster? (It sounds wild, but it’s true.) The secret: Find a credit card with a “0% intro APR” period for balance transfers. This is hands-down one of the best of 2025.*
Volunteer
Did you know MLK Day is the only federal holiday designated as a National Day of Service? Join AmeriCorps this MLK Day to honor the life and legacy of Dr. King and help your community by volunteering on Monday, Jan. 20. Find volunteer opportunities to serve locally.*
The Buy
The Buy
A pair of 14K gold plated heart hoops. The huggie-sized earrings are hypoallergenic and tarnish-resistant. Psst — they’re also the perfect Valentine’s Day accessory.
If you’re like me and love coffee + ceramic art, Throwin’ Gold Studios is hosting a make-your-own ceramic coffee pour over kit this Saturday, Jan. 18. It’s $65/person.
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