5 Things You Have to Do This Week
Mon 1/27 Philip H. Anselmo & The Illegals Former Pantera frontman Philip H. Anselmo brings his band the Illegals (Superjoint Ritual’s Marzi Montazeri on guitar, 16 Horsepower’s Steve Taylor on bass and Warbeast’s Joey “Blue” González on drums) to Backstage Live in support of 2013’s Walk Through Exits Only, his debut solo release. Also on…
Why Didn’t The San Antonio Stonewall Democrats Endorse State Sen. Wendy Davis For Governor?
During a long afternoon of hearing from local and statewide primary candidates, the Stonewall Democrats of San Antonio (SDSA) ended their Sunday marathon meeting with a round of endorsements for potential representatives they consider best equipped to fight (or continue to fight) for LGBT rights. But in the process of backing their favorite political players, the…
Dear Parents: No Tantrums with My Tacos
Image: neoleg/ Shutterstock Your child is special, and he’s normally not like this. I know. It’s important to expose children to fine dining and culture, and just last Friday, when you brought him to Bohanan’s for pre-theater dinner and drinks, he watched that little iPad until he fell asleep, the angel. The waitress said she had…
Watch: Will Kim Suta’s ‘Zombie Americans’ Take Over SA?
Would you buy a burger from this guy? They’re dead, ugly, blood-thirsty and they’re among us. They’re also apparently functional and they all have a job, and you can see them if you watch Kimberly Suta’s Zombie Americans, a new web series filmed in San Antonio that premiered at Austin-based geek lifestyle website Fanboy TV.…
8 Munchies for Bong Bowl 2014
As the Denver Broncos and Seattle Seahawks play in Super Bowl XLVIII, watch the game in spirit of Colorado and Washington legalizing recreational marijuana with these recipes worthy of any Broncos or Seahawks stoner fan. 1. Marshmallow Popcorn A quick and simple recipe that will melt in your mouth. A sweet, gooey snack (Courtesy) Recipe…
Snowverblown 2014: How San Antonio Weathered The Winter Storm
Welcome to Snowverblown 2014, where San Antonio freaks out because water falls from the sky in a different state of matter than we’re typically used to. Much of the Lone Star State was brought to a standstill by a frigid arctic front that brought a multiplicity of winter precipitation. Areas to the north were dusted…
How Texans Deal With Ice, Snow and “Cold”
(yestotexas.com) Irish comedian John Bowman, who opened for Lewis Black at the Majestic in 2012, likes to make fun of Texans and cold weather. “You guys don’t understand viscosity,” he said during his Majestic routine, and we all know he’s absolutely right—Texans and slippery roads don’t mix well. Today was one of those “cold”…
Bonehead Quote of the Week: Texas Charter Schools On Creationism
This week, in lieu of a cringe-worthy utterance from an elected official we bring you a painfully blunt attempt at religious-right indoctrination ripped from the pages of a Texas textbook. When any of the more than 17,000 public school students, enrolled in one of the state’s largest charter school systems, open their biology work books, they…
Shot of the Week: The Three-Legged Monkey
We’re experimenting with flavors! (Courtesy) As children many of us had toy chemistry sets that we used to mix up all sorts of concoctions. Rarely did we actually follow the directions. More often, we just took different formulas and mixed them together for the fun of it. Bartending is like a toy chemistry set for…
The Real Mitt Romney Streaming on Netflix
Romney minutes before the 2012 White House Correspondent’s dinner. “It’s nice to finally relax and wear what Anne and I wear around the house,” he’d joke at the dinner. The biggest competition in the world is not the Olympics, the FIFA World Cup, Wimbledon or boxing’s heavyweight championship of the world—it is the race for…
Gov. Rick Perry Supports Marijuana Decriminalization (But Not Legalization) For Texas
Holy smokes. Looks like conservative Texas Gov. Rick Perry has warmed up to the idea of lax pot laws. During a panel on drug policy at the World Economic Forum meeting in Davos, Switzerland, Perry said states should be given the right to make their own decisions when it comes to marijuana legalization. via @GovernorPerry “As the…
SA Girls’ Pint Out at Big Hops Growler Station
Saint Arnold’s Elissa IPA (Courtesy) Hey ladies, it’s a San Antonio Girls’ Pint Out with a pint at Big Hops Growler Station (8313 Broadway). A Saint Arnold night with pink fancy lawnmower, winter stout, Elissa IPA and brown ale will be held on Thursday, February 6 from 6:30 p.m. to 10 p.m. Attendees also get…
SeaWorld Takes In An Orphaned Baby Walrus
Photo by Julie Larsen Maher/Wildlife Conservation Society In a classic case of “look at the birdie,” SeaWorld has found an opportunity to distract from recent bad press over the documentary Blackfish with, seriously, the most adorable baby walrus ever. Meet Mitik, an orphaned calf who, despite being the very embodiment of cute overload, hasn’t had the best of luck. In the…
‘Ghost: The Musical’ Is Pretty, Slick, and Out-of-Whack
Ghost: The Musical is the best movie I’ve seen at the Majestic. Unfortunately, Ghost: the Musical is not a movie—and that terrible paradox informs every moment of Ghost’s (not inconsiderable) running time. The more filmic Ghost seems—particularly in its visuals, but also in its brisk edits and cinematic swipes—the better it works: in other words,…
The Brooklynite to Host Pajama Party
Cocktails and PJs, what could go wrong? (Courtesy) Grab your jammies and head out to The Brookynite (516 Brooklyn) on Wednesday, January 29 for a pajama party. Aside from rockin’ your favorite sleepwear from 5 p.m. to 2 a.m., guest can also enjoy music by Steven Lee Moya and several of Brooklynite’s pillow talk cocktail…
5 Snacks for your Grammy’s viewing party
The Grammy Awards are here and with 82 categories to get through, you’re going to need some snacks. And a cocktail. Here’s five recipes inspired by some of this year’s nominees: 1. Swimming Pools (Drank) Electric Lemonade inspired by Kendrick Lamar’s “Swimming Pools (Drank)” via Drink Mix Recipe via Drink Mix 2. Radioactive Hot Wings…
Artist Foundation Awards Announced
On Wednesday, Jan 22, the Artist Foundation of San Antonio held the 2013 Awards Reception for grant winners at the Plaza Club. Founded by Bettie Ward and Patricia Pratchett (pictured, from left to right) in 2006, the non-profit organization has supported local artists and the presence of their work in San Antonio for nearly a…
6 Places to Get Pie in SA
It’s National Pie Day again, but where can you get good pie in the Alamo City? We’ve compiled a list some places to get good pie. Did we miss your favorite? Let us know in the comments below. 1. Tootie Pie Gourmet Café Original apple, chocolate pecan, lemon velvet, heavenly chocolate and coconut supreme are…
10 Things You Have to Do This Weekend
Thu 1/23 Stardance Los Angeles-based multimedia artist Thomas Isaac spent his formative years in the Navajo Nation “making art, playing video games and watching every science-fiction movie ever made.” A self-described “sci-fi geek and former fat kid” with a deep fascination for the mysteries of the universe, Isaac creates intriguing works (encompassing animation, photography and…
Aaron Eckhart Masters the Creep: 5 Roles More Menacing Than Frankenstein’s Monster
Actor Aaron Eckhart’s transformation into gothic literary character Frankenstein’s monster (AKA Adam) might be the first official “monster” he’s played on the big screen, but he has portrayed a handful of other debauched characters in his 22-year career. Here is a look at a few other characters that’ll probably make your skin crawl more than…
One Square Mile: SA Doc Series Episode Screening at The Friendly Spot
Mel Roberts, manager of The Friendly Spot is featured in One Square Mile. (Courtesy) One Square Mile: Texas, a PBS documentary series that shows Texas culture throughout the state, will screen its San Antonio episode on Sunday, January 26 at The Friendly Spot (943 S Alamo) at 5 p.m. Slab Cinema will provide a large screen…
Actor Aaron Eckhart Zaps New Life Into Monster in ‘I, Frankenstein’
As the most recent cinematic adaptation of Mary Shelly’s 1818 novel Frankenstein, the new CGI-heavy action movie I, Frankenstein, according to the film’s star Aaron Eckhart (The Dark Knight), isn’t easily comparable to any previous version of the narrative. In the film, Eckhart, best known as Gotham City district attorney Harvey Dent/Two-Face in 2008’s The…
Coco Lounge Closed for Renovations
Don’t fret–Coco is coming back. Coco Lounge & Bistro has closed its doors temporarily for renovations, which will include a new sound system. The renovations should be complete within the next three weeks. Expect the bistro/bar to reopen by Valentine’s Day weekend. Read our review of Coco here: Coco Is a Temple of Western Decadence,…
Burn All the Mountain Cedar
It’s a beautiful day, isn’t it? A crystal blue sky and cool, enticing breeze offers a much needed respite from the oppressive heat we typically endure for most of the year. Perhaps you have a pleasant outdoor dinner at Stella Public House or go hiking along the Mission Reach. Oh, that’s right. You can’t, because with that cool…
4 Ways to Get Your Grub/Drink on this Week
Wednesday, January 22 Stella Public House and Saint Arnold Brewing Company will team up for a rare flight tasting. Sample 6-ounce pours of Bishop Barrel’s No. 2, 3, 4 and 5, which are Saint Arnold brews that have been aged in different barrels; for instance, No. 2 is the Christmas Ale aged in Chardonnay barrels…
San Miguel: Ancient trend-setter
I‘ve recently returned from two weeks in The World’s Best City—so deemed by the readers of Conde Nast Traveler. Even in San Miguel de Allende, often referred to as a “charming Colonial town” in Mexico’s midsection, residents were wondering if CNT’s readers had ever been to Paris. Regardless, let the spotlight shine, and make sure…
Cityscrapes: Remembering SA’s scandalous past
San Antonio has a curious relationship with history. Of course we venerate the Alamo, the shrine of Texas liberty, and at least talk about enhancing its environs. We tout the missions, seeking to have them designated a UNESCO “World Heritage Site,” joining a list that includes Chartres Cathedral, the Acropolis, the Taj Mahal, the Grand…
‘Herblock’ Documentary Highlights America’s Most Feared Editorial Cartoonist
“In opposing corruption, the political cartoon has always served as a special prod, a reminder to public servants that they are, after all… public servants.” —Herblock For 55 years, Herblock (born Herbert L. Block) was a household name for the way he nailed down American and world politics and social upheavals through his acclaimed political…
Linda Pace Foundation Executive Director on Going Public
For various reasons, the Linda Pace Foundation has historically been very low-profile. However, new executive director Maura Reilly seeks to change all that, starting this year. Prior to landing at LPF, Reilly was senior curator at the American Federation of Arts and Location One. She also acted as founding Curator for the Elizabeth A. Sackler…
SA’s Hydra Melody on Third Eye Blind, Austin’s Downside and Making Smarter Music
Three good-looking, well-dressed men approach the ’50s-style booth in the corner of the bar at Chuy’s—it seems appropriate to meet one of San Antonio’s more outwardly successful bands in the ever-expanding Texas-born chain restaurant. As the rest of the members of Hydra Melody trickle in, they all casually introduce themselves to talk about Friday’s show…
Flavor File: Umai Mi opens, Esquire and Brooklynite receive national nods and SoHo kitchen to house Say She Ate eats
Well, that was a busy weekend. The San AntonioCocktail Conference came to a close, Culinaria’s Chefs for Chefs Brunch raised funds for former Casbeers owner Steve Silbas and Umai Mi (555 W Bitters, (210) 496-0555), Jason Dady’s Asian BIN 555-replacement, opened its doors. The menu includes a tamarind-glazed brisket with spicy peanuts and pickles, which…
Sinatra’s Cocktail Bar Has Class, But Can It Swing?
With its live jazz music and varied cocktails, Sinatra’s Cocktail Bar looks to hearken back to the golden age of Vegas swagger, when the Rat Pack was in its heyday and cheap casino buffets were unimaginable. By and large, Sinatra’s succeeds in that aim, but they don’t go all the way. The main bar, not…
Free Will Astrology
ARIES (March 21-April 19): Actor Casey Affleck appreciates the nurturing power of his loved ones. “My family would be supportive,” he says, “if I said I wanted to be a Martian, wear only banana skins, make love to ashtrays and eat tree bark.” I’d like to see you cultivate allies like that in the coming…
Artpace’s Latest Exhibit is Seriously Dumb
Los Angeles artist Mungo Thomson says his work is often based on the notion of taking a dumb idea seriously. That’s why he spent five years working with Los Angeles composer Michael Webster to transform cricket chirps into a musical score for a 17-person orchestra performing on violin, flute, clarinet and percussion. Ranging from propulsive…
Phil Anselmo on His Top Bands
Superjoint Ritual “All the intentions were really good, but I wasn’t in the best frame of mind as a person. Certain band members, I think, took advantage of the situation with myself being in a bad place, which eventually turned me off of the whole thing. Fun while it lasted, with a bitter ending.” Pantera…
Find Neighborhood Italian Eats at Tiu Steppi’s
The far (… and I do mean far) North Side is getting a taste for neighborhood Italian eats by way of Tiu Steppi’s Osteria. Opened by chef Steve Warner and wife Adrienne Munoz, Tiu Steppi’s is the Italian cousin of their first eatery, Two Step Restaurant and Cantina. Warner’s culinary career began in the early…
Will the SA/Monterrey High-Speed Rail Line Really Happen?
File this under “so crazy it just might work:” U.S. Representative Henry Cuellar, whose district starts in Bexar County and extends down to Laredo, held a high-profile meeting last week to discuss high-speed rail from San Antonio to Monterrey, Mexico. Meeting participants included Cuellar, U.S. Secretary of Transportation Anthony Foxx, Texas Department of Transportation Commissioner…
‘The Invisible Woman,’ Unveils Charles Dickens’ Big Secret
Adapted from 1991’s The Invisible Woman: The Story of Nelly Ternan and Charles Dickens by Claire Tomalin, screenwriter Abi Morgan’s (Shame, The Iron Lady) The Invisible Woman is the second and best film directed by Ralph Fiennes, who also stars as the acclaimed author. Dickens was 45 and Ternan (Felicity Jones) 18 when they met…
Happy Hour Hound: Zinc Bistro & Wine Bar
There are a lot of things I love about Zinc Bistro & Bar. Its hidden-feeling location, the romantic courtyard … the hamburgers. It shouldn’t be any surprise, then, that Zinc’s happy hour is just one more thing I love about this downtown gem. The quiet little sister of Boudro’s, Zinc is tucked away on North…
Savage Love: Quickies
I’m a straight 24-year-old female, and I just recently lost my virginity. I’ve had sex only three times and have found each time to be incredibly painful—even when the guy’s just using his fingers. I’ve always been extremely sensitive. In the past, I’ve had guys run their hands over my jeans, and even that hurts.…
Former Pantera frontman Phil Anselmo Brings his Illegals to SA
Phil Anselmo has survived it all—Pantera’s success and tragedy, the bitter ending of Superjoint Ritual, drug abuse and back and knee surgery. Now, he’s a practical man. “I just felt inspired,” he told the Current from his home in New Orleans, explaining why he decided to embark on his first-ever solo tour behind 2013’s Walk…
Metal Legend Phil Anselmo On The State Of Boxing
(photo by Estevam Romera) Former Pantera singer Phil Anselmo (now known as Philip H. Anselmo) will be in San Antonio on January 27 (Backstage Live), when he’ll perform with his new band The Illegals in support of Walk Through Exits Only, his first solo album. Look at the Current interview on January 22. In addition…
Phil Anselmo (Pantera, Down, The Illegals) On His Passion for Horror Films
(photo by Jimmy Hubbar) Former Pantera singer Phil Anselmo (now known as Philip H. Anselmo) will be in San Antonio on January 27 (Backstage Live), when he’ll perform with his new band The Illegals in support of Walk Through Exits Only, his first solo album. Look at the Current interview on January 22. In addition…
Obama: Marijuana No More Dangerous Than Alcohol
Stopping short of hot-boxing the presidential limo, President Barack Obama was quoted Sunday as saying that marijuana is no more dangerous to one’s health than alcohol, to the chagrin of D.A.R.E. officers everywhere. “As has been well documented, I smoked pot as a kid, and I view it as a bad habit and a vice, not very…
Junior League of SA Announces “Best of the Best” Wine Event and Auction
Fe?te du Cuve?e is a play on the term “te?te de cuve?e”, meaning top of the line. (Courtesy) Saturday, March 1 marks the wine enthusiast’s event Fête du Cuvée Fine Wine Auction at The Bright Shawl (819 Augusta). The elegant black tie affair will have biddings in a live and silent auction of various wines.…
Gaucho Gourmet Introduces Local and Organic Produce
Seasonal produce every week at Gaucho Gourmet (Courtesy) Veg out with Gaucho Gourmet (935 Isom) as they announce their partnership with Johnson’s Backyard Garden to offer organic produce every Saturday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Gaucho Gourmet’s warehouse. Saturday, January 25 marks the launch of the new partnership that includes an event with JBG’s…
5 Cheesy Recipes for National Cheese Lovers Day
We’re celebrating National Cheese Day (January 20) belatedly. Check out these cheesy recipes: 1.White Pizza Grilled Cheese Everything from a white pizza in a grilled sandwich. via Kitchen Treaty Recipe via Kitchen Treaty 2. Buffalo Cheese Sticks The perfect combination of cheese and peppery and with only four ingredients. via Brown Sugar Recipe via Brown…
10 Local Foodie Instagram Feeds to Follow
Take a break from all the bathroom selfies and dinner plates with bad lighting and follow these local Instagram feeds to find good food in San Antonio. 1. Bird Bakery The Lemon Bars (Courtesy) @birdbakerysa Sweets enthusiasts rejoice and join the 2,131 followers of Bird Bakery (5912 Broadway), home of the Elvis cupcake. Bird Bakery’s…
Cowboys Dance Hall to Host Cowboy Breakfast January 24
A breakfast for a Texan (Courtesy) Starting at 4:30 a.m. on Friday, January 24 Cowboys Dance Hall (3030 N.E. Loop 410) will host the 36th annual Cowboy Breakfast to raise scholarship funds for students in St. Philip’s College’s Culinary Arts Program. The event is free and will conclude at 9:30 a.m. This Texas-sized breakfast will…
SA Talent Heads to Austin Food & Wine Festival
Tickets are available now (Courtesy) Tickets are finally on sale for Austin’s premier foodie event, the Austin Food & Wine Festival, which brings in culinary talent from across the country. And these are giant names in food, people: Top Chef favorite Richard Blais, Top Chef Texas winner Paul Qui, chefs and TV personalities Andrew Zimmern,…
