Texas Gov. Greg Abbott’s decision to drop the state’s mask mandate was big food news — both for folks looking to dine safely and workers trying to avoid infection as they interact with customers.
No surprise then that the dramatic announcement accounted for two of the Current‘s most-read food stories this week. But lots of you also dug into reports on a new cocktail bar coming to The Rim, chef Stefan Bowers’ latest plans and the passing of a beloved East Side restauranteur.
- These San Antonio bars and restaurants will require masks for service after mandate is lifted
- Owner behind San Antonio craft-cocktail mainstay Bar 1919 opens luxe new spot at The Rim
- San Antonio restaurant pros say Greg Abbott’s lifting of COVID restrictions puts workers in danger
- San Antonio chef Stefan Bowers leaves restaurant group for sole ownership of pizza spot Playland
- San Antonio’s Mr. & Mrs. G’s Home Cooking mourns the death of patriarch William Garner Sr.
So many restaurants, so little time. Find out the latest San Antonio dining news with our Flavor Friday Newsletter.
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This article appears in Feb 24 – Mar 9, 2021.