Are you a local business owner? It’s time to brag on yourself. We want you to nominate your biz for Today’s Best. If you’re feeling extra generous, nominate your fellow movers and shakers. Nominations are due Friday, February 21 and voting begins Monday, March 17.
🍵 Matcha dates anyone?
A strawberry matcha match made at Merit. | Photo by SATXtoday
Looking to replace your caffeine intake with something (literally) more green? You may have seen these hot or iced concoctions all over your social feed. We’re here to tell you that you don’t need to be a pro or an at-home barista to enjoy the viral sensation that is the matcha latte.
What is matcha?
It’s finely-ground Japanese green tea leaves that have been made into a powder. It is used in ritualistic tea ceremonies, but has become popular around the world with matcha being used in cooking recipes, ice cream, boba tea, and the hot or iced latte variation.
Our reader’s favorite matcha spots
We asked our audience where we can find the best matcha latte in San Antonio, and here are their answers.
Cynthia U. says, “My favorite matcha latte is from Merit Coffee - they have an iced strawberry matcha that is delicious!”
Reader Michelle P. submitted, "[The best matcha] can be found at R & R Collective at 1010 South Flores. Perfect consistency. Beautiful color. Served hot or cold. Will convert even the most skeptical connoisseur.”
“The Origin of Black History Month” | 6 p.m. | Carver Library | Free | After viewing the film, participate in group discussions about its topics.
FGI San Antonio Blue Jacket Fashion Show | 6-8 p.m. | River North Icehouse | $27+ | This NYC fashion show is being viewed in SATX and raises funds and awareness for ZERO Prostate Cancer.
Wednesday, Feb. 5
Love Notes Candle Making Experience | 12 p.m. | Mission Crafts Chandlery | $5+ | Make a reservation and create a custom Sabrina Carpenter-inspired candle.
SINGO Music Bingo | 6-8 p.m. | Bombay Bicycle Club at Hemisfair | Cost of purchase | Grab you and your buds for a chance to win cash prizes.
Thursday, Feb. 6
Frost Bank Chuck Wagon Lunch | 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. | Frost Bank WW White Financial Center | Free | Stop by for a free meal consisting of brisket, beans, potato salad, peach cobbler, and tea.
Rodeo Season Kickoff | 5-8 p.m. | Tecovas Broadway, Alamo Heights | Free | Get outfitted for the rodeo with live music, cocktails, and complimentary chainstitching by Lunchroom Anxiety with your purchase.
It’s almost Super Bowl Sunday. If you’re not wearing your favorite team’s merch, shop five comfy tees + sweatshirts that say “I’m just here for the snacks” ... literally.
Visit San Antonio, Centro San Antonio, and greater:SATX are launching an economic conference titled Impact SA. It’s taking place on Tuesday, Feb. 11 and will cover how downtown fuels the city’s economy while impacting locals and visitors. Expect panelists from industry experts and networking opportunities.
Holiday
Bexar County is bringing back its annual Valentine’s Day tradition of mass weddings on Friday, Feb. 14. Couples have four time slots to choose from and need to have a marriage license 72 hours prior to their ceremony. A $20 donation is suggested and goes toward the Bexar County Family Justice Center.
Arts
Ruby City announced its next free group exhibition taking place at Studio in Chris Park. Starting Saturday, Feb. 15 visitors can view “Syntheis & Subversion Redux” inspired by Dr. Frances Jean Colpitt’s “Synthesis and Subversion: A Latino Direction in San Antonio Art” through Sept. 28.
Ranked
San Antonio ranked No. 7 on Badeloft USA’s “The Easiest Places to Buy a Home in the US.” Our high ranking is due to factors like longevity of homeownership, and having the most budget-friendly monthly expenses averaging around $1,036.
Drink
Local coffee shops are releasing their Valentine’s Day drink menus. Might we suggest Southbound’s Uh Huh Honey which is a rose + honey syrup matcha latte? What about Aftersome Coffee’s HOT TO GO?
Sports
With De’Aaron Fox joining forces with Victor Wembanyama, the Spurs are poised for a potential deep run in the Western Conference. Get the latest news, analysis, and insider information for the San Antonio Spurs with Locked On’s daily, team-focused podcasts.
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Announced
Meet: SATXtoday’s Best. From pet-friendly places to fitness centers, we’re asking for your insight on the top-tier spots SATX has to offer. Nominate your favorite businesses now through Friday, February 21.
The Buy
The Buy
Amazon’s No. 1 bestselling water bottle — the Owala FreeSip. It’s a top seller for good reason: Owala has perfected a spout design that allows you to either sip upright through a built-in straw or tilt back to swig a gulp. It’s actually patented.
Over the weekend I made it a mission to stop at Landa Library and enjoy the evening. I signed up for a library card, sat on a park bench, and caught up with a good friend of mine. In my opinion, it doesn’t get better than that.