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SATXtoday: Brunch at Piatti
Lemon ricotta pancakes at Piatti? Yes, please. | Photo by @eatpiatti
There’s no time to waste — here are seven brunch spots still accepting reservations this Sunday, May 11. At least, last we checked.

Corinne San Antonio
Head inside the Plaza San Antonio Hotel for a special menu including chef-carved ham, shrimp cocktail, and freshly baked cinnamon rolls.

Julia’s Bistro and Bar
Enjoy French dishes in a comfortable setting — what more could you ask for?

Zocca Cuisine d’Italia
Feast on an Italian-styled brunch along the River Walk, or take it up a notch with a river cruise.

Piatti
Another fabulous Italian brunch option with a warm vibe.
SATXtoday: 1 Watson Brunch

We do it up big at 1 Watson.

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1 Watson
Catch the elevator up to this rooftop oasis overlooking the San Fernando Cathedral and bring your appetite. Pro tip: We’re seeing more availability for smaller parties.

Cured at Pearl
This gastro-pub style restaurant is sure to impress — plus it’s farm-to-table.

The Maverick
Book the brunch buffet experience for prime rib, chicken piccata, and French toast.
Our full brunch guide

Asked

Book ahead or take a chance?

A. Always make reservations
B. Only for special occasions
C. I’ll take my chances
Who's hungry?
San Antonio Botanical Garden

Events

Thursday, May 8

Traditional Lotería for Older Adults | 2-3 p.m. | Collins Garden Library | Free | Play with super-sized bingo cards and chips to win token prizes.

Author Reading & Community Open Mic featuring Jonathan Fletcher | 6:30 p.m. | Artisan Craft Bar | Free entry | Celebrate Fletcher’s new chapbook and tap into the open mic.

Friday, May 9

Family Night Hike | 7:30-9:30 p.m. | San Antonio Botanical Garden | $17 for adults, $12 for members | Explore the garden under the stars through this guided night hike.

Madison Ryann Ward | 9-11 p.m. | Stable Hall | $30+ | Enjoy warmhearted songs performed by this faith-based singer/songwriter.

Saturday, May 10

Baby Story Time | 10:30-11:30 a.m. | San Pedro Library | Free | Make the mid-morning witching hour more fun with this enriching story-time and optional playtime after.

2025 Night of Artists Exhibition & Sale | Saturday, May 10-Sunday, May 11 | 10 a.m.-5 p.m. | The Briscoe Western Art Museum | Price of admission | It’s back — shop and view new works by contemporary Western artists.

Sunday, May 11

Sunday Brunch Market | 10 a.m.-4 p.m. | Hemisfair | Free entry | Start the day off right with this sip-and-shop market featuring local vendors.

Mother’s Day Mugs Paint & Sip | 12-3 p.m. | Make Ready Market | $35 | Make muggy memories, get 20% off wine + beer, plus each mom gets a gift bag.
Events calendar here
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Finance

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Fun fact: The account’s cell phone protection allows members to receive up to $400 of replacement or repair costs if their mobile phone has been stolen or damaged. | Photo provided by United Texas Credit Union
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Not only will account holders earn 0.5% unlimited cash back, but they’ll also unlock a full suite of perks designed to protect and enhance their lifestyle, including:
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  • Rideshare Protection
  • Buyer’s Protection
  • Extended Warranties
  • And more
Plus, members will score exclusive discounts on travel, health, and leisure, along with access to $hopping Rewards for even more ways to save each and every day.

Whether it’s picking up groceries, booking a weekend trip, or grabbing a ride across town, every dollar that’s spent works harder with Ultimate Checking.

Ready to maximize your money and your peace of mind? Connect with the United Texas Credit Union team to open your Ultimate Checking account and start reaping the rewards.
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News Notes

Civic

Early-voting poll sites for the June 7 runoff election will be open for weekend hours. The new schedule has an eight-day early-voting window from Tuesday, May 27 through Tuesday, June 3. Voter registration ends today.

Festival

Are you ready for the longest-running conjunto festival in the country? The Tejano Conjunto Festival returns to Rosedale Park from Friday, May 16 through Sunday, May 18. Get your tickets.

Traffic

$500 million. That’s the price tag on a construction project that will add lanes to US Highway 90, plus a connecting flyover ramp to Loop 1604. Construction will begin by early 2026. (MySA)

Development

Learn more about grant funds for local businesses in construction zones. Today, from 3 to 4 p.m., LiftFund will host a virtual information session where you can learn about eligibility requirements + the application process.

Biz

San Antonio Startup Week is open for registration. The event will showcase innovation and growth in the startup community from Monday, Oct. 13 through Friday, Oct. 17. Do you have something to share? Sign up to present.

Coming Soon

Speaking of the highway to Castroville... a major retail center is slated for the area. Plans for Alsatian Oaks include 80 acres of retail + 420 acres of residential lots. Shoppers can look forward to stores like Ulta, Bath & Body Works, and James Avery. (San Antonio Business Journal)

Sports

With Scott Drew at the helm, the Baylor basketball team is transforming significantly. Get the latest news, analysis, and insider information for the Baylor Bears with Locked On’s daily, team-focused podcasts.

Shop

From edibles to topicals, Texas Original offers a variety of medical cannabis products. A few of our favorites include the Sugar-Free Watermelon Kiwi Gummies and 1:1 Topical Balm. Explore the rest of the shop.‡‡*

Stat

$8,000+. That’s how much you could spend if your dog breaks a bone in a car crash, fall, or collision — from wound treatment and x-rays to emergency surgery and aftercare. Luckily, this pet insurance plan could reimburse you up to 90% of that cost.*

Job

We’re hiring. If you love digital media, hate boring jobs, and think Texas is the best place on Earth — we want you. 6AM City is growing fast, and we need a sales executive who can talk the talk and walk the walk. Let’s build something big, together. We offer competitive salary, benefits, and more. Apply now.

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Feature your biz in our 2025 Parents’ Gift Guide

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Put your business in front of thousands of daily readers. | Graphic by 6AM City
This month, we launched our 2025 Parents’ Gift Guide to showcase gifts that say I appreciate you to parents, grandparents, neighbors, mentors, and life-long friends.

While we’ve already filled all our slots ahead of Mother’s Day, we’ve opened up a few more for Father’s Day.

Whether your business offers a neat product, one-of-a-kind gift, or unique service that could be enjoyed by a father figure — we want to feature it. Secure your spot by Friday, May 23.
Use code PGG2025 for 20% off

The Buy

It’s easy to support small businesses across the globe when you shop unique + one-of-a-kind products on Etsy. One of our favorite things to browse is Etsy’s selection of custom artwork. These are five of our favorites:

🖼️ A minimalist custom house illustration done in the color of your choice.
🖼️ A top-rated watercolor portrait of your pet(s).
🖼️ A cartoon-style family portrait that can feature up to eight people and pets.
🖼️ A vibrant wall poster customized with the birth years of your family members.
🖼️ A watercolor portrait made from a photo of your choosing.
More worth The Buy

The Wrap

In case you missed it, recently we shared some of our favorite small businesses’ favorite small businesses. Think: Your favorite’s favorite.

We’re keeping the ball rolling on Instagram by asking folks to tag a fellow small biz. Lurk through the comments.
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‡‡Texas CUP License No. 0005. Please note: Legalities in your state may vary. Texas Original advises consumers to read the company’s terms and conditions. Patients must consult a physician and receive a prescription to purchase medical cannabis products. The information about providers and services contained in this newsletter does not constitute an endorsement or recommendation by SATXtoday.

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