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VHS movies may be part of a bygone era, but some San Antonio shops cater to old-school fans

Today, 4K Ultra HD Blu-Rays are at the top of the physical media totem pole, but plenty of purists still prefer to seek out chunky VHS box sets.

By Kiko Martinez

Nov 22, 2023

At first, comedian Travis J. Reyes only planned to buy a few VHS tapes of some of his favorite horror movies — The Texas Chainsaw Massacre, Dead Alive, Shivers and Videodrome. Then, things got out of hand...

There's a handful of brick-and-mortar stores catering to collectors' videotape habits.

Ditch the Kitchen Gadgets: Consider gifting a culinary experience to the foodie in your life

San Antonio is full of opportunities to broaden your loved one's culinary horizons via classes, tastings and food-focused experiences.

By Nina Rangel
Nov 17, 2023
Making Art Accessible: San Antonio artists embrace the flexible format of prints

Prints can make great gifts for the art-lover in your life — if you don't keep them for yourself instead, that is.

By Bryan Rindfuss
Nov 16, 2023
In the pandemic's wake, spending with San Antonio businesses may be more vital than ever

About 12.5% of all members of the Greater San Antonio Chamber of Commerce shut their doors between March 2020 and April 2021, according to a Texas Public Radio report.

By Michael Karlis
Nov 15, 2023
Six holiday markets offering locally made gifts in San Antonio

The River Walk, Pearl, Esperanza Center and more will host a variety of markets throughout November and December.

By Macks Cook
Nov 15, 2023
A peek inside Gem and Glenn Hotvet's witchy Southtown emporium Déjà Vu Esoterica

Déjà Vu Esoterica opened its doors in October of last year in a lovingly restored 1920s-era house in Southtown.

By Bryan Rindfuss
Jun 5, 2023
Home Cooking for the Holidays: These San Antonio-made items will brighten any foodie's season

When shopping this year, why not seek out San Antonio-area products for a truly special and off-the-beaten path food gift?

By Nina Rangel
Nov 21, 2022
Shop Local: 15 holiday gift ideas for the San Antonio art lovers on your list

These homegrown gift ideas range from books to baubles, prints to planters, and collages to 'crying' flowerpots.

By Bryan Rindfuss
Nov 17, 2022