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80 Years on the Cutting Edge Broadway Bank
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20 Business Profile
14 In the Loop
This year Broadway Bank celebrates 80 years of serving the community with their great customer service and hometown hospitality.
22 Meet Your Neighbors
24 On the Market 26 Neighborhood News 30 Spotlight on Fannie Thomas 31 Church Directory 32 School News
John & Margo McCaleb have raised four children in Terrell Hills, and now with another generation bringing more laughter and joy to the halls of their home, there’s no place they’d rather be.
38 Calendar
46 Dining
48 Police Blotter
40 Ask Roxie 42 ‘09 Eats
50 Vintage View
Being in a great location on North New Braunfels and consistently serving the freshest made in-house foods have been key ingredients to the success of Twin Sisters Bakery & Cafe for decades.
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Editor’s Letter
August Back to School August is here and that means back to school or off to college for many and lots of new beginnings. My favorite part as a child and as a mom was back to school shopping for new clothes, shoes and school supplies. For some lucky kids, back to school means opening their first bank account and learning how to manage their money. There’s a local bank that has been helping people do just that for 80 years. Broadway Bank opened its doors in February, 1941 at the corner of Broadway and Cleveland. In 1968 they relocated and opened the main branch at Nacogdoches and Loop 410. This year, with 60 branches in central Texas, they are celebrating their 80th anniversary of focusing on and serving the community. Their hometown hospitality and customer service has been a major reason for their success through the years. Sometimes our friends know us better than we know ourselves and this was the case for John & Margo McCaleb. Their friends who knew them, thought they’d be a perfect match and they were right. Now more than 41 years later they’ve built a wonderful life together with two more generations coming up behind them. Raising their children in Terrell Hills, they have experienced the blessings of living in such a supportive community. We’d be hard pressed to find many people in 78209 who haven’t eaten at Twin Sisters Bakery & Café in Sunset Ridge Shopping Center. They have customers who have eaten with them since they opened. The sisters attribute their longevity to an excellent location and consistent food. I was there not too long ago and the chicken salad tasted exactly the same as it did 30 years ago, delicious! For many, September means back to crazy schedules with lots of extra-curricular activities, car pools, and homework. If we learned anything from this last year and a half, it is the importance of slowing down and “taking time to smell the roses.” Commit to doing one thing per day as a family; something as simple as everyone sitting down to have a meal together. There’s no time like family time and that’s what your kids will remember most!
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Berit Mason has been a reporter - anchor for WOAI 1200 AM Radio, a contributor to the San Antonio Business Journal, a writer for SA Scene magazine, and for San Antonio Woman. She has been writing the “Ask Roxie” column since 2016. Berit also worked in T.V., as a reporter - anchor in West Texas and in Waco, where she was a RIAS Berlin Commission German - American Exchange Journalist, starting her career interning with CNN Washington. She is a frequent traveler to Scandinavia, where her mother was from. Her father was an author of military aviation history. Berit loves animals, and was raised in a family who preferred to acquire the family dog, from among the many homeless pups roaming San Antonio streets.
MEREDITH KAY Writer
Half Texan on her mother’s side, Meredith was born and raised in Southern California, where she graduated from Pepperdine University with a degree in Advertising. She has called San Antonio home for over 25 years now and is raising a son and a daughter as a single mom with a pack of rescue dogs. An incurable foodie with an insatiable case of wanderlust, she has travelled the world, and had the opportunity to live in Germany and France, where she was opening cast member at EuroDisney. She is passionate about writing, cooking, soccer, landscaping, music of all genres, and never misses an opportunity to go to a concert. Meredith is usually the loudest person in the room, and she is always up for new adventures and experiences.
RON EISENBERG Writer
Ron may be the ultimate renaissance man; an educator, writer, radio talk show host, media and PR specialist, award winning film producer, and daddy. Many folks also know him as a top-rated radio talk show host on San Antonio radio stations KTSA, 760 The Ticket, and WOAI. And he hosted talk shows on WRC, Washington D.C., and WCAU, Philadelphia. In the non-profit sector, Ron was the first male in America to serve as executive director of a Rape Crisis Center. He and his wife, Gina Galaviz Eisenberg, live in San Antonio. They adopted three children: Reagan, born in 2011, and twin boys, Carter & Kennedy, born in 2013. He also has two older sons, Mitch and Chris.
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In 1909, before the existence of Cambridge Elementary School, a two-room wooden frame building was built on Townsend Avenue as part of a rural county district. A new school building of masonry was later constructed on the site that is now Cambridge Elementary School. In 1923, just one year after the high school building was added to the growing campus, the Alamo Heights system became an independent school district of 300 students. While the hub of activity for Alamo Heights students centered at Cambridge until the 1950’s, the district branched out into the neighboring community at the former cement plant near Jones-Maltsberger Road, also called “Cementville.” Known as the “Bluebonnet School, “ the Alamo Heights School served children whose parents worked at the plant. Today, Alamo Heights Independent School District covers 9.4 square miles and serves students from Alamo Heights, Terrell Hills, Olmos Park, and a portion of north San Antonio.
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In the Loop Botanical Garden to Unveil Magical Light Display BY RON AARON EISENBERG
It’s called Lightscape, and it will be San Antonio’s newest holiday event beginning November 19, 2021, at the San Antonio Botanical Garden. Guests will experience magical light displays set along a beautifully illuminated one-mile path. The show will include installations unique to Texas, created by local and international artists. Emily Knapp, marketing director at the Garden, told 78209 Magazine, “We wanted to bring in the event because of the high production values. Plus,” she added, “It’s an honor to be chosen to work with Sony Productions. We were one of only four gardens chosen this year for this display. The others are the LA Arboretum, Houston Botanical Gardens, and The Brooklyn Botanical Garden.” The light trail will feature a oneof-a-kind experience blending new works, including a field of Texas bluebonnets and the remarkable Cathedral of Light, an impressive towering cathedral arch tunnel sparkling with 100,000 lights. In addition to the captivating light displays, guests will have an opportunity to enjoy festive food and drinks, including roasting s’mores. The trail has been designed to keep guest safety in mind and will include limited capacity per timeslot and a one-way path with a separate entrance and exit. Lightscape runs until January 2, 2022. Knapp said, “This event routinely sells out in other cities, so guests are encouraged to purchase tickets early. The event is generously sponsored by the John R. and Greli N. Less Charitable Trust. It is produced in association with Sony Music and WAD Entertainment, creatively produced by Culture Creative. 14 AUGUST 2021 | 78209magazine.com
Zoo Welcomes Baby Blue Duiker San Antonio Zoo Animal Care Specialists recently welcomed a baby blue duiker to the Big Cat Valley area of the zoo. Animal Care Specialists named the baby Viazi, otherwise known as “potato” in Swahili. Blue duikers are a small species of forest-dwelling antelopes found in central, eastern, and southern Africa. The calf is the fourth born to parents, Stumpy and Kate, who previously had calves in 2014, 2015, and 2017. Blue duikers weigh up to 20 pounds as full-grown adults. The blue is named for the color their fur appears in the dense forest shade, and duiker is an Afrikaans word for “diving buck,” which describes its behavior in the forest as it dives into bush and brush undergrowth. Blue duikers are on the Species Survival Plan and have a conservation status listed as Least Concern. San Antonio Zoo says it has a long history of working to preserve species worldwide.
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In the Loop New Museum Townhomes Offer Urban Living
Nine new townhomes by developer Victor Andonie are nestled behind Chipotle Grille, across from the Witte Museum, at the corner of Carnahan and Catalpa in 78209. Andonie told 78209 Magazine, “We had owned that land for some time before we decided what we wanted to do with the property.” The answer – build nine one-bedroom, one-anda-half-bath townhomes with adjacent covered parking. Rather than a garage, the homes feature a “flex-space,” which could be used as a gym, bedroom, office, or family room. The 1,240 square foot homes are priced at $345,000. Andonie said he is looking for young professionals and some investors who could rent to students at UIW, Trinity, and other area colleges and universities. As of this writing, four of the units have already been sold. Among his other projects in San Antonio, Andonie developed Green Heights behind the Home Depot on Sandalwood with home builder Juan Fernandez. 16 AUGUST 2021 | 78209magazine.com
In the Loop Unique New Restaurant Coming to Alamo Quarry Market
Imagine a conveyer belt winding through a restaurant loaded with sushi. That’s precisely what Kura Sushi promises, when its new restaurant opens in the Alamo Quarry Market, in the space previously occupied by Papouli’s Greek Grill. The restaurant does indeed feature a revolving conveyor belt carrying a variety of sushi dishes to customers. Kura Sushi says it offers more than 100 varieties of sushi. According to its filing with the Texas Department of
Bagels & Beer Coming to Broadway The San Antonio Bagel Company is moving into the old Taco Garage at 8403 Broadway. The company has been selling bagels and more from its food truck at Broadway News Food Truck Park, 2202 Broadway. Reportedly, they will continue operating at that location until they open the new brick and mortar restaurant. In addition to bagels and other tasty treats, Wild Barley Kitchen plans to offer craft beers and house-made lagers and ales. Perhaps bagels and beer become a new San Antonio tradition.
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Licensing and Regulation, the company plans to spend $1.2 million to remodel the space, including demolishing existing structures and installing new equipment. Work is projected to begin on or about August 20. Completion is expected to be by December 27, 2021. According to its website, Kura Sushi was founded in 1977 in Japan. It has more than 450 locations there, plus more than 30 restaurants in the United States, including several in Texas. Austin airport currently is the closest location to San Antonio.
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Business Profile
Broadway Bank Continues to Focus on Hometown Hospitality BY MEREDITH KAY PHOTOGRAPHY BY AL RENDON 20 A UGUST 2021 | 78209magazine.com
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any people don’t give much thought to the bank they entrust to safeguard their hard-earned money. It’s a relationship that some of us just take for granted. We expect that the financial institutions we choose to do business with will always be solid, and for the most part, that is true. However, most of us don’t know how our banks came to be the trusted community partners they strive to be. Do you know the history behind your bank? Do you entrust your income, investments, and savings to a local institution, or do you bank with a national company because they happen to have a branch on the corner in your neighborhood?
There are several banks that originated right here in San Antonio. Still, one financial powerhouse has withstood the test of time and continues to grow and successfully adapt to economic fluctuations and consumer demands. Broadway Bank opened its doors to serve San Antonio in 1941, and the very first branch sat on the corner of Broadway and Cleveland in Alamo Heights. Founded by Colonel Charles E. Cheever, Sr., and his wife, Elizabeth Cheever, today, it is the largest independently owned bank headquartered in San Antonio. There are 60 bank branches, ATM locations, and loan centers in and around San Antonio and Austin. The Broadway Bank footprint extends as far as Fredericksburg to Round Broadway Bank President David Bohne with his assistant, Venessa Arriaga. Rock and Seguin to Hondo. This year marks the 80th anniversary of Broadway Bank, is also a licensed Certified Public Accountant. He has been and its original mission still holds true today. Charles E. instrumental in leading Broadway Bank in several recent Cheever, Jr., Chairman Emeritus, and the son of the bank’s initiatives that offer a better customer experience for the founders, at age 93, would still tell you, “We at Broadway bank’s individual and business account holders. He states Bank will look to the future, remembering our past, that “The success of Broadway Bank is that we continue to and do what is best for our customers, employees, and play to our own strengths in customer service, enhancing our stakeholders.” image by improving our capabilities through our digital, selfThe bank has always been on the cutting edge of the service and in-person customer-facing options.” industry, creating programs and offering services to its The bank is also undergoing a rebranding campaign, customers before any other bank. In 1959, Broadway Bank remodeling branches, and improving the technology available was the first bank in San Antonio to establish a mortgage to serve its customers more effectively and efficiently. lending division, and in 1983, it was the first to offer onInternally, Bohne has worked with bank management to site brokerage services. The bank has always been proud implement employee improvement programs such as the “Be of its San Antonio heritage, and it continues to focus on the Well Health & Wellness Initiative” and their Diversity Inclusion communities it serves by selecting executive leaders who Council, made up of Broadway Bank employees from many know the city intimately and have committed their careers to different cultures, races, ethnicities, and orientations. serving their neighbors. Bohne describes his workplace as one of complete David Bohne has always considered San Antonio his inclusion, stating, “At Broadway Bank, we foster a culture of hometown, although he was born in Los Angeles. David acceptance and transparency. We value the insights of our grew up in Helotes and graduated from John Marshall High diverse workforce, and we strive to bring out the best in every School. He received his Bachelor of Business Administration in Accounting from Texas A&M University and went on to earn one of our employees by encouraging them to bring their own, fresh perspectives to the table.” his Master of Business Administration from The University With strong bank leaders like David Bohne, Broadway of the Incarnate Word. In 2016, he joined Broadway Bank as Bank has managed to maintain its commitment to providing President and CEO, following a long career at USAA Federal its customers with innovative and modern products, along Bank. Bohne has served as a member of the bank’s board with the latest in technology for 80 years. Balance that since 2016, and he currently sits on numerous committees commitment to advancement with good, old-fashioned within the bank, as well as serving on the boards of many hometown hospitality and customer service, and you have a different local, state, and non-profit organizations. recipe for a successful San Antonio legacy institution. Bohne began his career in accounting and finance, and he 78209magazine.com | AUGUST 2021 21
Meet Your Neighbors
A House Full of Happy Chaos BY MEREDITH KAY PHOTOGRAPHY BY AL RENDON 22 AUGUST 2021 | 78209magazine.com
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ou can hear the happy chaos at the McCaleb house even as you enter the gate to the front yard. There are loud voices, laughter, and children’s squeals, along with the excited barking of Jack, the newest member of the McCaleb clan.
Inside, the large family occupies every inch of their beautiful Terrell Hills home. It’s a little overwhelming at first, but once the introductions are complete, the personalities start to unfold. John McCaleb is the very friendly and outgoing patriarch of the family, and his beautiful wife Margo is quite the interior decorator. She tells me that the house is undergoing a redecorating project, and there are several unique art pieces scattered about, just waiting for Margo to find them a new home. John is a Partner Emeritus and founder at Catto & Catto, offering risk management, insurance solutions, and benefits packages to businesses and individuals. This San Antonio-based company has grown substantially over the past 30 years, and it is well respected in the industry. John was born and raised in San Antonio and graduated from Alamo Heights High School. Margo was born in Illinois but moved to town when she was only two years old and eventually attended McArthur High School. The two met through mutual friends who thought they would be perfect for each other, and it turns out that their friends were right. They have been married for 41 years, and together they have four children and six grandchildren, and they have lived in their current home on Garraty Road for over 32 years. Their oldest son, Chad, runs a multi-family telecommunications consulting firm, and he is married to Amanda, who works as a realtor locally. Chad and Amanda live in San Antonio and have two children. Their son Vaden is a rambunctious 2-year-old, and their daughter, Olivia, is nine months old. Their daughter, Julie Friedman, and her husband, Kerr, have four children, Evie (8), Kerr (6), Rhett (4), and the baby, Sadler, is also nine months old. The family lives in Houston, where Kerr works in oil and gas investments. Julie is quite the entrepreneur and runs a unique company called Young + Wild & Friedman. When their oldest child, Evie, was diagnosed at an early age with a speech disorder and anxiety, Julie started a blog to offer advice to other parents struggling to find ways to calm their children’s anxiety and encourage language development. This blog then turned into a dynamic company that now sells sensory toy kits and sensory playdough for children with speech disorders and anxiety. John and Margo’s younger son, Jeffrey, is a Doctor of
Physical Therapy, and he is married to Amber, a child psychologist. They live in San Antonio as well. Rounding out the McCaleb tribe is the youngest daughter, Terrell. She lives in Austin, where she runs a luxury event company called Elle Fête with a partner. The company offers event planning and design for events in San Antonio and Austin. Her fiancé, Connor Flanigan, is an account manager for General Mills working with HEB. They are planning to get married this fall. The family loves their Terrell Hills community, and Margo states, “This is such a loving and supportive community, where neighbors come together to celebrate one another and to be there for each other.” Since the couple has lived in the same house for so long, they have become very entrenched in the community. Margo tells the story of how her neighbors, and the community, rallied around them when Jeffrey was just three years old and diagnosed with Leukemia. She says, “We had neighbors who would mow our yard for us and bring us dinner while we cared for our son. This community really comes to the rescue for each other when you need them. Whether times are good or bad, everyone here will celebrate with you and also mourn with you. We feel very blessed to live here.” As the family moved about during their photoshoot, babies were passed around, children chased each other through the house, brothers teased each other, and the puppy made himself comfortable wherever he went. Still, even amidst the chaos, you could feel the love in the house. John and Margo McCaleb have been blessed with a beautiful life, and together they have created a legacy that will continue for many generations to come.
This community really comes to the rescue for each other when you need them.
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On The Market
June Home Sales The following are home sales for Alamo Heights ISD and North East ISD in ZIP code 78209 for June. Source: San Antonio Board of REALTORS® 78209: Total Sales- 59 Average Price- $611,970 | Median Price- $503,000 DOM- 54 78209 in Alamo Heights ISD: Total Sales- 37 Average Price- $734,291 | Median Price- $640,000 DOM- 76 78209 in North East ISD: Total Sales- 19 Average Price- $419,629 | Median Price- $418,000 DOM- 18
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Neighborhood News Local Communities and Neighborhood Association Host July 4th Celebrations BY RON AARON EISENBERG
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Alamo Heights, Terrell Hills, and Olmos Park all hosted July 4th parades and celebrations to mark the nation’s birthday. The Terrell Hills and Alamo Heights parades took place on Saturday, July 3. Olmos Park’s community parade was held on Sunday, July 4. Terrell Hills police chief Roger Mangum told 78209 Magazine, “Despite a five-minute rain delay, the 2021 Terrell Hills 4th of July parade got off to a great start, marking the first time since the pandemic that the festivities were held. The crowd was estimated to be 700-800 people. It appeared that everyone was glad to have some normalcy. Added to the festivities this year were live music performances.” The popular Oak Park Northwood Neighborhood Association July 4th parade returned this year after a COVID-19 pandemic hiatus last year. As always, the parade began at the Northwood Presbyterian Church on Pike. It wound its way through the adjoining neighborhood and then back to the church. Bexar County Sheriff Javier Salazar and his Mounted Deputies joined in this year’s parade, as did Bexar County Precinct 3 Commissioner Trish DeBerry, State Representative Steve Allison, San Antonio City Councilman Clayton Perry, and Pct. 3 Constable Mark Vojvodich. An estimated 700 people turned out for the parade. Similarly, the 51st annual Alamo Heights July 4th parade was well attended, with an estimated 900 people spread along the parade route. The parade kicked off at 10:00 a.m. and began at Estes & Patterson. It ended at the Cathedral Park, 111 Torcido Drive, 78209, a nineteenacre property which was the former estate of San Antonio businessman Godchaeux Halff, who died in 1950. The park is currently the home of the Episcopal Diocese of West Texas.
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Neighborhood News Alamo Heights Names Two New Senior Execs
Alamo Heights City Manager Buddy Kuhn recently filled two top jobs with the city. Kuhn appointed Phil Laney Assistant City Manager and Lety Hernandez Director of Community Development Services. As the new Assistant City Manager, Laney oversees the Public Works, Community Development, and Human Resources departments. He is 36-years old. Before joining the City of Alamo Heights, Laney served the City of San Antonio for over ten years. Most recently, he served as a senior projects manager with Development Services - Code Enforcement section. He oversaw program development & execution for citywide inspection programs for mobile living parks, boarding homes, emergency declaration enforcement related to COVID-19 mitigation measures, and graffiti abatement. He earned a Master of Public Administration from the University of Kansas and a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science from the University of Central Arkansas. Laney and his wife Amy, a kindergarten teacher, have two young daughters, Caroline and Hazel. He spends his free time hiking, running, being outdoors, and sharing those passions with his family. When asked why he chose public service as a career, Laney explained, “Public service is the ability to make a positive impact on individual people’s lives. My parents are both retired teachers, and my wife is a teacher. I saw and see the difference that they could make on people directly and indirectly. The experience I had as a summer camp counselor in college helping kids with disabilities see a world where they can do just as much as their peers influenced me significantly. The local government felt like the most direct and effective way to share that public service value while also seeing and feeling the difference it can make in a community, a neighborhood, and an individual. “He added, “The move to Alamo Heights offered me an opportunity to expand how I can contribute to a professional organization and serve the community.” 28 AUGUST 2021 | 78209magazine.com
In her role as director of community development services, Lety Hernandez is primarily responsible for managing the building process for projects from the beginning (preliminary plan review meetings, plats, rezoning, variances, ARB and City Council review), through development (plan review and permitting), and completion (all inspections, including finals and certificates of occupancy). In addition, her department is responsible for code compliance and enforcement of building and related codes. Hernandez, 46, attended San Antonio and St. Phillip’s Colleges. She started her career in public service with the city of San Antonio in 2003. She has been with the City of Alamo Heights for 17 years. Hernandez told 78209 Magazine, “I feel as if I was meant to be here. It is where I belong.” She wasn’t sure she was qualified to oversee community development services when the director position opened up. The city manager Buddy Kuhn asked her about the job opening. She said, “If Buddy had not approached me, I’m not sure I would have applied for the position. But his thinking I was capable is what probably put me here. Once Buddy talked to me about it, I figured I could learn what I didn’t know.” Hernandez has that can-do attitude and is one of those people who is not afraid to tackle new responsibilities. She knows she can learn whatever it is she needs to know to do the job right. She is also committed to delivering excellent customer service. Hernandez says, “I’ve always enjoyed working with the public. When you come here, I want it to be a positive experience.” When not at work, she enjoys singing. She also likes to embroider. “During the summers, that’s what I would do with my mom.” She enjoys drawing. Hernandez has two daughters, Aimeé (18) and Celeste (12). She also has two sons and, she’s a grandmother. Her sons are Oswaldo (27), father to Noah, and Omar (25), father to twin girls Marley & Malory.
Spotlight On Fannie Thomas
Diamonds Are A Girl’s Best Friend BY SALLIE LEWIS Fannie Thomas
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an Antonio designer Fannie Thomas knows a thing or two about jewelry. After graduating from Texas Christian University with a degree in Advertising and Graphic Design, she pursued her passion of jewelry design at the Gemological Institute of America (GIA) in New York City. There, she completed the institution’s prestigious Graduate Gemologist Program.
While living in New York, Fannie worked under the tutelage of renowned jewelry atelier Julius Cohen, where she fell in love with the art of fine jewelry making. From polishing to carving and cleaning castings, she learned many of her skills from the brightest in the industry while working on the atelier’s revered benches. These days, in a market where mass-produced, machine-made goods seem increasingly commonplace, Fannie’s commitment to the handmade and quality craftsmanship is a welcome change of pace. She keeps that tradition alive at Fannie Thomas Fine Jewelry, which she first founded in 2013 under the name of Lewis & Heard Designs. Today, the designer runs her growing business from her hometown of San Antonio, where she lives with her husband, Clayton, her two young sons, Wells and Charlie, and their Labrador Retriever, Indigo. Last year, she launched a complete rebrand, unveiling a new logo, an updated website, and fresh packaging. Furthermore, she continues to offer both an affordable, every day fashion line and a fine jewelry collection filled with specially made investment pieces. The former is comprised of natural elements, like horn, bone, and sterling silver, with sweet motifs inspired by nature, be it ceramic ladybugs or gilded honeybees, for example. The designer believes
jewelry should be personal, and she has enjoyed customizing these pieces over the years with ranch brands and monograms along with meaningful motifs that reflect the client’s unique story. Most recently, Fannie has been focused on expanding her fine jewelry collection which is both polished and playful. The designer draws inspiration from the ancient symbolism of gemstones and her extensive travels abroad, along with Mother Nature, whose shapes and colors are reflected in her designs, be it leaves carved of lavender amethyst or slices of dendritic agate paired with South Sea pearls. Since founding her collection eight years ago, the San Antonio native has grown her brand and expanded her reach, and she has no plans of slowing down. In addition to raising her family and running her business, she continues to help her clientele with wide-ranging needs, from making custom engagement rings to reworking and creating priceless heirlooms for generations to come. “This industry is so special because it allows you to be a part of such intimate moments in people’s lives,” said Fannie. “To be able to do that in my hometown is a dream come true.” Shop online at https://www. fanniethomas.com/ and follow Fannie on Instagram at @fannie_thomas_ fine_jewelry
Church Directory ALAMO HEIGHTS BAPTIST CHURCH 6501 Broadway St. San Antonio, TX 78209 210-824-9539 Services: Sunday 11:00am, Wednesday 6:30pm Praise and Prayer ALAMO HEIGHTS CHRISTIAN CHURCH 6435 N. New Braunfels Ave. San Antonio, TX 78209 210-828-5728 alamoheightscc.org Services: Sunday: 10:50am ALAMO HEIGHTS PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH 6201 Broadway St. San Antonio, TX 78209 210-824-0271 alamoheightspres.com Services: Sunday 8:30am and 11am ALAMO HEIGHTS UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 825 E. Basse Road San Antonio, TX 78209 210-826-3215 ahumc.org Services: Sunday 8:30am, 9:30am and 11am CHRIST EPISCOPAL CHURCH 510 Belknap Place San Antonio, TX 78212 210-736-3132 cecsa.org Services: Sunday 7:30am, 9am, 11:00 am, 6:00pm CHRIST LUTHERAN CHURCH 6720 Broadway St. San Antonio, TX 78209 210-822-3394 clcah.org Services: Sunday 8:30am and 10:30am
MOUNT CALVARY LUTHERAN CHURCH 308 Mt. Calvary Drive San Antonio, TX 78209 210-824-8748 mtcsa.org Services: Sunday 8:30am and 11am NORTHWOOD PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH 518 Pike Rd, San Antonio, TX 78209 210-824-7238 Services: Sunday mornings at 11am NORTHROCK CHURCHALAMO HEIGHTS 1540 Nacogdoches San Antonio, TX 78209 northrocksa.com Services: Sunday mornings at 10am and 11:30am PEARL STREET CHURCH 400 Pearl Parkway San Antonio, TX 78215 210-504-8897 Services: 9:00am, 10:30am, 12pm and 1:30pm ST. ANTHONY DE PADUA CATHOLIC CHURCH 102 Lorenz Road San Antonio, TX 78209 210-824-1743 stanthonydepadua.org Services: Saturday Mass 5pm Sunday Mass 7:30am, 9am; 10:30am, 12pm Daily Mass 9am Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday ST. DAVID’S EPISCOPAL CHURCH AND SCHOOL 1300 Wiltshire Ave. San Antonio, TX 78209 saintdavids.net 210-824-2481 Services: Sundays at 8am & 10:30am
ST. LUKE’S EPISCOPAL CHURCH 11 Saint Luke’s Lane San Antonio, Texas 78209 210-828-6425 slecsa.org Services: Sunday 8am, 9am, 11am. 6pm Wednesday Eucharist at 8am during the school year ST. PETER PRINCE OF THE APOSTLES CHURCH 111 Barilla Place San Antonio, TX 78209 210-822-3367 stpeterprinceoftheapostles.org Services: Saturday Mass 5:30pm Sunday 9am, 11am, and 5:30pm Tuesday and Thursday 7am Wednesday 5:30pm Friday 8:00am ST. PIUS X CATHOLIC CHURCH & SCHOOL 3303 Urban Crest Dr San Antonio TX 78209 210-824-0139 spxsa.church Services: Saturday - 4:30 pm Sunday - 8:00 am, 10:15 am, 12:00 pm, 1:30 pm (Sp), 5:00 pm Daily Masses: Monday - 6:30 pm Tuesday-Friday - 8:15 am TRINITY BAPTIST CHURCH 319 E. Mulberry San Antonio, TX 78212 210-733-6201 trinitybaptist.org Services: Bible Study 9am Blended Worship 10:15am UNITY CHURCH 8103 Broadway San Antonio, TX 78209 unityofsa.org 210-824-7351 Services: Sunday 11am Children’s Church 11am
Building From God’s Blueprints Our world, our nation needs rebuilding.
A great builder builds from the blueprints designed by a great architect. God is the universal architect who entrusts us with His blueprints by which we can build our lives and the world we live in. We forget this truth at our own peril. So it was that the prophet Ezekiel (587+ B.C.) was called to stand in the gap when his world was in a similar crisis as ours. God then spoke to him in various ways, including visions. What God showed Ezekiel became the blueprints by which the future could be spiritually and physically rebuilt. Ezekiel stood in the gap to reconnect people with a heartfelt desire to build with God’s blueprints. PRAYER: Lord, what is our gap to close? Show us where we can stand for You. Keep us open to messages from You, the Architect of our life. Above all, shape our hearts so that our lives will honor You. Amen. Les Hollon, PhD Senior Pastor
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School News
School News THE PUBLIC AND PRIVATE SCHOOLS OF ‘09
SMH BIOLOGY STUDENTS EXPERIENCE TRIP OF A LIFETIME AND EARN CREDIT
This summer, Saint Mary’s Hall (SMH) biology students had the opportunity to participate in the 2021 Marine Science Trip, which led them to the picturesque Big Island of Hawaii. A total of 28 seniors and 13 juniors spent two weeks on the island after completing 80 academic hours of Marine Science as well as four hours of Hawaiian Studies. Not only does the trip, offered every two years, involve enriching, fun activities and excursions, students also receive a semester’s worth of Macrobiology credit. The students stayed in dorms at Hawaii Preparatory Academy in Waimea, Hawaii, while being taught by local Marine Science teachers. They received instruction in the classroom and then headed out to do their labs. Labs consisted of snorkeling/diving to identify coral and fish, fish feeding, marine organisms, identifying dangerous organisms, getting into tidal pools, and examining beaches and waves. Though scuba dives will not be a part of future trips to Hawaii, this year, 22 of the SMH students who attended 32 AUGUST 2021 | 78209magazine.com
the trip are PADI Certified Divers; these students were able to conduct some of their labs during four dive trips. Divers participated in the Manta Ray Night Dive (listed as the #6 dive in the world) while snorkelers experienced a Night Manta Ray Snorkel. The learning opportunity also involved Hawaiian Studies, including Hawaiian history, myths, and legends; learning the hula, and making leis, taught by a local Hawaiian instructor. The group toured many places on the island, such as Mo’okini Heiau (Hawaiian temple), Hapuna Beach, Waipio Valley Overlook, Laupahoehoe Point, Akaka & Rainbow Falls, and Volcano National Park. “Having the opportunity to take a Marine Biology course in Hawaii where I could see firsthand the animals that we were studying through the course truly enriched my experience because I was genuinely studying organisms in the field to earn a credit, instead of just taking another class,” said Patrick Lang, an SMH junior.
MULE SWIMMER CONNOR FOOTE EARNS PRESTIGIOUS DAN COOK AWARD Connor Foote has been honored with the prestigious Dan Cook Boys Athlete of the Year Award for 2020-2021. Foote, a swimmer with Alamo Heights High School, earned two state gold medals in 2020-2021, taking 1st place at the state level in the 100 Freestyle and 100 Backstroke. Foote was also named State Swimmer of the Meet. Alamo Heights Athletics finished 2nd overall in the Dan Cook Cup standings and is the top finisher in Class 5A. Congratulations to all the Mule athletes, coaches, parents, and our Mule Family for pushing through a year like no other! The Dan Cook Cup was first awarded in 2002-2003. Named in honor of Dan Cook, the late sportswriter and columnist for the San Antonio Express-News newspaper from 1952 to 2003, the award recognizes the achievements of local area athletes. Cook also served as the sports anchor for KENS-TV from 1956 to 2000. Throughout his career, he celebrated the achievements of area athletes with his news stories.
Points are awarded based on district, regional, and state team finishes and playoff advancement. Only area schools covered by the Express-News are eligible.
DOORBELL SURPRISE HONORS MILITARY MULE AWARD Charley Baker, a junior athlete at Alamo Heights High School, was surprised by HEB and her coaches with a huge honor from the Gratitude Initiative (GI). The program’s mission is to provide educational support and college scholarships to the children of our military service members. HEB is a proud sponsor of the Gratitude Initiative, and they celebrated Charley with a doorbell surprise! She received a $3,000 scholarship, lots of HEB goodies, and will be featured in an HEB commercial that honors the military. The Gratitude Initiative provides the most comprehensive college and career counseling, test prep, and financial aid counseling program that is available today. Through partnerships with HEB and other organizations, the Gratitude Initiative can provide the College Success Academy free of charge to the families they serve. To date, 100% of high school graduates in the program have been accepted into one or both of their top 2 college choices, receiving an average financial aid award of $22,678 per year for four years.
WE BACK TEACHERS Alamo Heights ISD extends sincere thanks and appreciation for the backing and support of our Alamo Heights School Foundation. These dedicated community members have developed creative and engaging ways to support the district for 50 years. We are beyond grateful for the volunteerism, time, talent, and support provided by the organization’s leadership and membership. Dr. Dana Bashara, Superintendent of Schools, and David Hornberger, AHISD Board Trustee, accepted a $1.1 million check from Heather McFarland, Executive Director and Jason Menzel, Board President, Alamo Heights School Foundation, on behalf of the AHSF and their donors, in support of the district’s teachers and educational efforts. 78209magazine.com | AUGUST 2021 33
School News AHHS’S 2020 ROCKET CLEARED FOR LAUNCH
Alamo Heights High School rocketry students were excited to have the opportunity to launch their 2020 rocket at White Sands Missile Range (WSMR) at the end of June. Their rocket, weighing in at 390 pounds, one of the lightest vehicles ever built at AHHS. The team shared that they took the body down from 10 diameters to a trim eight and loaded a payload of a petri dish containing penicillin in the nose cone to test how atmospheric pressure affects it. The students were beyond excited, and their teacher, Colin Lang, shared just how amazing it was to complete a rocket of this size and capacity in a year of a pandemic. Fittingly, the
students have named the rocket the “Lone Survivor” as it was the only rocket to be completed in 2020. The team departed June 24, with a launch window of June 26-27. Along with only two other Texas high school teams participating in the highest level of SystemsGo rocketry, the team successfully launched their rocket on June 26. Lang, shared, “The Alamo Heights vehicle had a successful launch off the rail, but at ignition, the fuel grain dropped out of the bottom of the rocket. The vehicle went up to about 500 feet, but with no fuel, it could not travel much further.” The crew shared it was an easy recovery that would allow continued learning in 2021.
AFTERSCHOOL CARE IS RIGHT AT SCHOOL Right at School is offering its nationally recognized before-and after-school programs at Alamo Heights ISD. These programs will be hosted every day that school is in session from 7 am until 6 pm. Program options include coverage for days off from school, flexibility in scheduling, and discounts. Learn more or register at: rightatschool.com
MEALS FOR SHIELDS Alamo Heights ISD continues the Meals for Shields program during the 2021-2022 school year. This program provides a free, nutritious meal to any officer willing to sit down and eat lunch with students while visiting district elementary schools. The program is designed to allow students to see officers as role models, offer students early relationships with police, and let them get to know officers as people. It also helps that more officers on campuses will act as a deterrent, which improves school safety. 34 AUGUST 2021 | 78209magazine.com
“The kids need to know that the officers are their friends. We want to make them feel safe, and we want them to come to us when they have a question or a problem,” said one Alamo Heights police officer. If an officer wants to participate, they must be in uniform when they check in at the front office. After that, they will head to the cafeteria, enter the lunch line with the students and eat with them.
CELEBRATING 50 AH-MAZING YEARS
Over the last 50 years, Alamo Heights School Foundation has supported Our Children. Over the last 50 years, Alamo Heights School Foundation has backed Our Teachers. Over the last 50 years, Alamo Heights School Foundation has funded Our Schools. THANK YOU to our Community for establishing Alamo Heights School Foundation 50 years ago. Over the last 50 years, $11 million has been given to Alamo Heights ISD while building a nearly $9 million endowment to ensure the future success of our children. This year alone, our Community’s generosity provided a recordbreaking $1.1 million to Alamo Heights ISD. Join us today! Your donation impacts Our Children, Our Teachers, and Our Schools. Visit ahschoolfoundation.org to find more information.
SAVE THE DATE: GREATER HEIGHTS NIGHT & REUNITE AT HEIGHTS Mark your calendars for AHSF’s annual Greater Heights Night and join this AH-mazing celebration of our schools. We will be finally gathering together at The Witte on November 3, 2021, where guests will look forward to a silent auction, a live auction with unique items, Mules Up, and fun surprises along the way.
ARE YOU AN ALAMO HEIGHTS ALUMNUS? Last year, the Alamo Heights School Foundation welcomed 250 guests to Reunite at Heights, our inaugural Alumni and Hall of Fame Celebration. Join us for this celebration on October 3, 2021, and take a trip down memory lane while hearing from current students and teachers about the great things taking place at Heights. 78209magazine.com | AUGUST 2021 35
School News LOOKING AHEAD 2021-2022 BACK TO SCHOOL CALENDAR Athletic Kick Off Events August 25 August 26
HS Athletics Kick Off Program JS Athletics Kick Off
5:00-7:00 pm 4:30-7:30 pm, Cafeteria/Field
NEW: Online Ticketing for Athletics Events Now Online Howdy Night & Homecoming Events October 6 Howdy Parade 4:30 pm / Howdy Night, October 8 Homecoming
5:00-7:00 pm
BACK TO SCHOOL HOWARD, CAMBRIDGE AND WOODRIDGE Online beginning in August Howard Online beginning in August Cambridge Online beginning in August Woodridge Junior School August 13 August 9 High School August 9
Grades 7th – 8th Schedule Pick Up - Virtual Freshman Prep Day/Link Crew (9th Grade Only) 10th – 12th Grades
ALAMO HEIGHTS JUNIOR SCHOOL – NEW TO DISTRICT PARENT MEETING August 11 5:00 pm – 6:00 pm Wednesday 6TH GRADE MULE CAMP August 11 Wednesday
8:30 am – 11:00 am
ELEMENTARY MEET THE TEACHER August 5 Howard August 12 August 12 Cambridge August 12 Woodridge
4:00 pm – Mini Mules Orientation 11:00 am – 11:30 am – New to AHISD/Kinder Preview 11:30 am – 12:30 pm – Pre-K/Headstart/Kinder 4:30 pm – 5:00 pm – New to AHISD 5:00 pm – 5:40 pm – Meet the Teacher (Last name A-L) 5:40 pm – 6:20 pm – Meet the Teacher (Last name M-Z) 4:30 pm – 5:00 pm – New to AHISD 5:00 pm – 5:40 pm – Meet the Teacher (Last name A-L) 5:40 pm – 6:20 pm – Meet the Teacher (Last name M-Z)
BACK TO SCHOOL NIGHTS September 9 Howard September 7 and 8 Cambridge Woodridge September 7 and 8 Junior School August 24 August 31 High School September 14 36 AUGUST 2021 | 78209magazine.com
AHJS Auditorium
4:00 pm – 5:00 pm - Pre-K/PPCD/ABC/BELLS 5:30 pm – 6:00 pm – PTO Meeting 6:00 pm – 7:00 pm – Kindergarten *Head Start does home visits this month 5:45 pm – 7:00 pm – Grades 1st & 2nd 5:45 pm – 7:00 pm – Grades 3rd – 5th 6:00 pm – 7:15 pm – Grades 1st & 2nd 6:00 pm – 7:15 pm – Grades 3rd – 5th 6:00 pm – 7:00 pm – 6th Grade 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm – 7th & 8th Grades 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm – Grades 9th – 12th
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Fun Things to Do In and Around 78209
TEACHER APPRECIATION MONTH SAN ANTONIO ZOO August 1-31 During the month of August, Texas teachers receive free standard admission to San Antonio Zoo. And, as a bonus, up to four (4) of their guests can receive 50% off standard admission on the day of their visit. See website for qualifications. sazoo.org WITTE SUMMER CAMP: ENGINEER IT! WITTE MUSEUM AUGUST 2-6 | 9AM - 3PM What is the engineering design process and how do we use it to create amazing things? Put your creativity to work as you plan, make, test and reimagine your build. Learn about constraints, materials, stresses and more. Are you ready for the challenge? wittemuseum.org
FREE FAMILY FUN NIGHT DOSEUM August 3 | 6:30PM - 8:30PM Enjoy all that the Doseum has to offer for free with your whole family. RSVP Required. A link for ticket reservations will be posted on the Doseum website at 8am the morning of Free Family Night. Registration is on a first come, firstserved basis. Doseum.org
HATCH SURF & TURF CENTRAL MARKET COOKING SCHOOL August 5 | 6PM - 8PM Perfect your skills as you make a meal that includes the best of both worlds: a perfectly cooked steak paired with a sauce made with everyone’s favorite chile and mac n’ cheese that includes not only lobster but roasted Hatch chiles. You’ll discover how to create a balanced meal with the flavors of Hatch in each bite and sit down to sample your handiwork at the end of class. centralmarket.com
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MAKE & TAKE: CZECH KOLACHES CENTRAL MARKET COOKING SCHOOL August 7 | 11AM - 1PM Explore the tradition and taste of Texas Czech culture as you shape delicious, pillowy kolache dough with a variety of fillings. You’ll take your tempting treats with you at the end of class. centralmarket.com DINO BOOGIE NIGHTS SAN ANTONIO ZOO August 7 | 6PM - 9PM 80s Night: There will be music from AM Project and Guilty Pleasures, entertainment from 80s dancers, and a light-up dance floor. They will also have a selfie station photo op. sazoo.org
STEAM SUNDAY: BEE VISION WITTE MUSEUM August 8 | 1:30PM - 2:30PM What does the world look like through the eyes of a bee? Explore the invisible light of the electromagnetic spectrum and be amazed by the hidden designs around us. Inspired by the exhibition Extreme Creatures: Life at the Limits, this workshop invites you to view the world the way a bee sees it. Discover how animals see different colors than humans and as you create your own invisible designs. wittemuseum.org
RISE & RECHARGE WITTE MUSEUM August 8 | 10:30AM - 11:30AM Stretch, rise and renew with Half Moon Power Yoga at the Witte Museum. Enjoy a mindful experience with our Dinosaurs. Yoga session will be a sequence of balancing postures, syncing breath and movement. Bring a friend to relax and recharge for the week. wittemuseum.org
JUNIOR EXPLORERS CAMP BOTANICAL GARDEN August 9 - 13 | 8:30AM - 12:30PM Get ready to explore! Campers will spend mornings learning outdoor skills and discovering the fascinating world of native plants, birding, local mammals, ethnobotany, and more. Includes admission to the San Antonio Botanical Garden during the week of camp. Ages 7-12. Sabot.org
DATE NIGHT: SUMMER NIGHTS IN MEXICO CITY BOTANICAL GARDEN August 13 | 6:30 - 8:30 p.m. Grab your partner and get ready for a night out! Chef Katrina Flores will teach you all the essentials for crafting traditional Mexican cuisine inspired by the life of Frida Kahlo! Learn to make a ceviche verde, esquites, chicken tinga sopes, and cucumber jalapeño margaritas. Ages 21+. Sabot.org
MAKE & TAKE: CROISSANTS CENTRAL MARKET COOKING SCHOOL August 14 | 11AM - 1PM Wake your family with the aroma of freshly baked, buttery croissants from your own oven. We’ll show you the classic French techniques for making these flakey rich pastries and you’ll practice rolling the dough and select options for filling them. centralmarket.com
WHISKEY BUSINESS 2021 WITTE MUSEUM August 20 | 7PM - 11PM Like a barrel-aged bourbon...it’s worth the wait. After a year-long hiatus, San Antonio’s premier whiskey festival is happening at the Witte Museum! Top bourbons and whiskeys, local cuisine, art, live music, interactive seminars and more await you. With a reduced guest list and additional space, this year’s Whiskey Business will offer a VIP-style experience for everyone. wittemuseum.org
DIY: MARGARITAS & GUACAMOLE BOTANICAL GARDEN August 14 | 11AM - 12PM & 12:30PM - 1:30PM Join the Botanical Garden for this DIY class inspired by Frida Kahlo Oasis. Participants will learn about the history of margaritas and guacamole and partake in crafting their own margaritas and guacamole. 21+. Sabot.org THE COURT OF PARISIAN SPLENDOUR: GOWNS OF THE 2021 CORONATION EXHIBITION WITTE MUSEUM- MAYS FAMILY CENTER August 17 | 10AM - 7PM Be transported to the City of Lights as you explore the sights of Paris depicted in the spectacularly jeweled gowns and trains of the Order of the Alamo 2021 Coronation. Travel to Paris this summer at the Witte Museum and find a bit of joie de vivre in this immersive, glamorous Parisian experience. Be enchanted as you marvel at the artistry of over 20 sparkling gowns, trains, and crowns in a dazzling array of Parisian themes. Wittemuseum.org ARTISTS’ GARDENS IN MEXICO: LECTURE BY KATHRYN E. O’ROURKE BOTANICAL GARDEN August 19 | 6:30PM - 7:30PM Frida Kahlo’s garden at the Casa Azul garden was one of several important private gardens in twentieth-century Mexico designed by or for major artists and architects. This talk will consider Kahlo’s garden in relation to those of Juan O’Gorman, Luis Barragán, and Edward James and explore some of the ways painting, photography, and architecture intersected in these extraordinary private landscapes. Sabot.org
MAKE & TAKE: THE BASICS OF BISCUITS CENTRAL MARKET COOKING SCHOOL August 21 | 11AM - 1PM A warm biscuit straight from the oven can enhance almost any meal. Learn to make one yeasted biscuit that is lighter than air; a traditional buttermilk biscuit with a few updated tips that will insure flakiness; and their kissing cousin, a sweet biscuit, that is perfect for filling with your favorite fruits or jams. You’ll also whip up a small container of nocook strawberry jam and leave class with the biscuits, jam and shortcakes that you’ve created in class. centralmarket.com
HOMESCHOOL DAY: JUNIOR NATURALIST BOTANICAL GARDEN August 25 | 9AM - 12PM Come grow with us! School aged children will explore the fascinating world of plants and wildlife with hands-on learning activities at the Botanical Garden’s Student Homeschool Day. During this program, explore the garden and native wildlife through the lens of a naturalist. Thirtyminute native trails tours available at 9:30, 10:30, and 11:30 a.m. Activity stations available from 9:30 a.m. – 12 p.m. Homeschool and virtual learners are welcome. Designed for students ages 6-12. Sabot.org
LOCAL DAYS SAN ANTONIO ZOO August 26 Locals can get outside and enjoy nature at the zoo on select days for just $8 per person. This wonderful discount is the zoo’s way of showing gratitude towards residents of the city of San Antonio. Discounted admission tickets can be purchased at the zoo’s front gate with proof of San Antonio residency. sazoo.org DAVID PORTILLO RECITAL: A MARGARET KING STANLEY VOCAL SCHOLARSHIP BENEFIT MCNAY ART MUSEUM, LEEPER AUDITORIUM August 29 | 6PM - 7:30PM A native of San Antonio and graduate of the University of Texas at San Antonio, American tenor David Portillo will present a special benefit recital with collaborative pianist Kristin Roach. Mcnayart.org
Editor’s Pick SALSA DANCING & BOTANAS BOTANICAL GARDEN August 20 | 7PM 8:30PM Grab your partner and put on your dancing shoes. Semeneya Dance Studio will be at the Botanical Garden to teach a beginner’s partner salsa class. After class enjoy sangria and traditional Mexican botanas crafted by the Botanical Garden’s in-house chef inspired by Frida Kahlo Oasis. See you on the dance floor! No dancing experience required. Ages 21+. Sabot.org 78209magazine.com | AUGUST 2021 39
Ask Ask Roxie Roxie we move on. First thing, they want to pet the dog. And my first
Words of Advice from an ‘09toPet question them is: 'Do you have a pet?' and they'll bring out
their phone. We just have a conversation!” Bella and Bonnie are a volunteer team with Pups n' Planes, where “comfort” dogs and their owners offer distressed travelers a little sugar. “People are waiting, their flight has been canceled, or they may have a four-hour wait, and they are upset.” “One time, two little girls stopped to pet the dog, and I looked up, and the mother was crying. Her husband was being deployed. I spent probably a half-hour with them, and the dad thanked me so many times because it got them thinking about other things,” Bonnie says. Airport staffers implemented the idea after learning how well it worked at the Los Angeles International Airport. Pups n' Planes has been reducing blood pressure and turning frowns upside down for six years. “In the car, she knows that we are almost at the airport. She gets so excited! Her job is to make people smile. She does that job.” And if you saw Bella, you would smile, too. The girl team also spends time at the airport USO, softening the loneliness and longing of our troops, so familiar to military life. While Bella offers kisses, Canine Explosive Detection Supervisor Sgt. Andres Lopez, and his police dog Keyno, provide safety and security. “We are there to make sure that the traveling public is safe, the dog makes that any threats associated with aviation there aren’t real threats,” says the airport K9 police officer. Lopez and Keyno “nose around," sniffing out threats that could come from a parked car, a suitcase, or a person. “Dogs are about as mobile as you can get,” says Lopez. He means the nose is mobile.
ODD COUPLES! Bella is a volunteer with Pups n' Planes, the airport greeting committee. She wears her little pink coat, cheering up tired travelers at the San Antonio International Airport.
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Traditionally, dogs chased cats, and cats hated dogs. Dogs with Jobs
No way were the two going to cuddle up together for a nice BY BERIT MASON afternoon nap! But now, odd couples are all over the internet, dogs and cats napping, dogs and turtles playing football, deer and dogs The San AntonioinInternational Airport is HUGE! romping together the backyard. It recently broke a record, flying some 15,000 So, what gives with all of this newfound love?people A DAY, forThe a total of 10.36 million passengers in Hospital, 2019. owner of Broadway Oaks Animal Dr. Pat Passengers most certainly frequent the airport, but pups do too. Richardson, says that as more people adopt animals, more Meet Bella. pets live under one roof, so they have to get along. Bella is a petite dog with light, wavy hair, offering everyone “I just had a client come in with a puppy that they she meets the sweetest smile. Several hours a week, Bella and introduced to their cat who had previously been introduced owner Bonnie Gioiello roam the airport, searching out the tired, to a dachshund, and they didn’t get along at all. But now this the weary, and the bored. puppy has look come andsmile, won’tthey leave catlover. alone. Thedon't, cat “If they upinand arethat a dog If they has reconciled this and has decided that this is the way it’s going to be.” 34 APRIL 20202021 | 78209magazine.com 40 AUGUST | 78209magazine.com
These new pets pairings are because people are also adopting parrots or turtles or mice! Yikes! People are fostering animals, and they are rescuing and caring for injured wildlife, so many more kinds of animals are joining families. “I had a guy that brought in a 120-pound tortoise, and it was sick and had to stay in the hospital for a long time. He said that every cat and dog in his house (they had quite a menagerie) was depressed until the tortoise came back,” says Richardson. Awwww! No one ever intended for an iguana to be best friends Airport therapy dogs help soothe people who may be upset because of a in this practice all offlight. the time, and it with a dog, but I see longitwait, delayed or cancelled is amazing.” “Cross-species relationships” are well-documented.
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The PBS Nature documentary, ”Animal Odd Couples” quoted zoologists who noted that: “Endearing interactions between a cheetah and a retriever, a lion and a coyote, a dog and a deer, a goat and a horse, and even a tortoise and a goose offer captivating glimpses of supportive connections in the animal world.” They observed that in the animal kingdom, there exists compassion, and compassion exists because it brings creatures together to support one another’s survival. “Each interspecies pair challenges the conventional wisdom that humans are the only species capable of feeling compassion and forming long-lasting friendships,” said the zoologists. Richardson says this compassion is evident among animals, for example, when chimps assist each other with babysitting and grooming. I saw a documentary where a mother tiger still hunted to feed her two teenage sons, though they were as big and strong as she was! So, complex emotions belong to other mammals, and not just humans. Richardson adds that many animals also enjoy playing together, batting about balls, or roughhousing. “I saw a show with an icebreaking ship down in Antarctica. A seal jumped into the water and swam to the boat. Some guys threw a ball, and the seal swam to it, retrieved it, and threw it back to them. All it wanted to do was interact and play, even though it probably had never even seen a human before. This has to be innate.” “We live in a time when we realize how important animals are to our physical and mental well-being,” says Richardson. And those odd animal couples also seem to realize how important that they are to each other. Until next month! Woof, woof, Roxie
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410 DINER A ‘50s-themed diner serving homemade soups, fresh catfish, shrimp, prime steaks, pork chops and chicken. 8315 Broadway | 210-822-6246 www.410diner.com $
BROADWAY 50/50 Vintage-themed diner serving fun appetizers, like the Chuck Norris Kickers (chicken and jalapeños wrapped in bacon) and Totchos (Tater Tot Nachos), burgers, BLT’s, Cuban sandwiches and more. 5050 Broadway | 210-826-0069 www.broadway5050.com $
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BIRD BAKERY A delightful bakery and small bistro that serves sandwiches, quiche, croissants, pies, cupcakes, cookies, brownies and dessert bars. 5912 Broadway | 210-804-2473 www.birdbakery.com $
CAPPY’S Lunch, dinner and brunch - Cappy’s is fine dining in the heart of ‘09, serving prime steaks, prime rib, rack of lamb and seafood. 5011 Broadway | 210-828-9669 cappysrestaurant.com $$$ (BR)
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EZ’s Burgers, oak-fired brick oven pizzas, rosemary roasted chicken and awardwinning salads, all served in a fun ‘50s-themed atmosphere. 6498 N. New Braunfels | 210-828-1111 ezrestaurants.com $ GOOD TIME CHARLIE’S Good Time Charlie’s has been around since 1979 and soon became a San Antonio landmark restaurant popular with the local college students and faculty. They serve Texas home-style favorites including catfish, steaks and a chicken-fried steak many claim is the “Best In Texas.” They are also known as a favorite happy hour spot with lots of drink specials that include generous pitchers of ice-cold beer. 2922 Broadway | 210-828-5392 gtcsatx.com $ HEARTHSTONE BAKERY CAFE Hearthstone blends the experience of a coffeehouse, bakery and full-service restaurant into one serving gourmet sandwiches, panini, wraps, soups, salad, coffee, espresso and dessert. 3920 Harry Wurzbach | 210-920-2600 www.hearthstonebakerycafe.com $ (P)
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IDA CLAIRE A southern inspired destination for relaxing suppers, weekend brunches, business lunches and happy hours. They serve southern classics like fried green tomatoes, pimento cheese dip, biscuits, fried chicken, shrimp and grits, steelhead trout and Ida’s seasonal pies. 7300 Jones Maltsberger Rd | 210-667-2145 ida-claire.com $$ (P) (BR)
J. ALEXANDER’S A contemporary American restaurant, known for its wood-fired cuisine. The menu features a wide selection of classics including prime rib, steak, seafood and rotating specials like Seafood Czarina, Tuscan Steak, Grilled Fish with Mango Papaya Salsa and Chicken Milanese. 255 E. Basse, #1300 | 210-824-0275 jalexanders.com $$ -$$$ JIM’S RESTAURANT 24-hour diner serving all-day breakfast. They offer hearty choices like steak and eggs, omelets and Tex-Mex huevos rancheros. A comprehensive lunch and dinner menu, that includes all the standards — salads, sandwiches and burgers plus nostalgic favorites like patty melts and liver and onions. 4108 Broadway | 210-828-5120 8427 Broadway | 210-826-7001 jimsrestaurants.com $ MAGIC TIME MACHINE San Antonio themed restaurant where staff dresses up as cartoon characters, super heroes, movie stars and pop heroes. 902 N.E. Loop 410 | 210-828-1470 magictimemachine.com $ MAX’S WINE DIVE Gourmet American fare paired with amazing wines. Fried chicken with Champagne...why not? 340 E. Basse | 210-444-9547 maxswinedive.com $ NOSH Nosh offers great wines, craft brews and small plates that are big on taste. A place to relax and indulge in some really great food. 1133 Austin Highway | 210-826-6674 noshsa.com $ SALATA A new concept in soups, salads and wraps. You create your own by choosing from dozens of fresh ingredients including several types of lettuces, chopped onions, radishes, cucumbers, peppers, cabbage, black and red beans, bean sprouts, peas, broccoli and more. There are over 50 different toppings. Then choose from one of their 10 house dressings made with all-natural ingredients. Add fresh lean protein, including baked chicken, salmon or shrimp. 250 E. Basse | 210-462-1466 salata.com $
SILO ELEVATED CUISINE Silo is listed as one of Open Table’s Top American Restaurants and rated as one of Zagat’s Top Local Picks. They offer New American fare in a casual, yet elegant atmosphere. They offer a small plate menu, and there is also a prix fixe dinner option available. Signature dishes include Chilean Sea Bass, Honey Soy Glazed Atlantic Salmon, Mussels and Linguine and Chicken-Fried Oysters. 1133 Austin Highway | 210-824-8686 siloelevatedcuisine.com $$ STONE WERKS Good food and a hip atmosphere. Over 40 beers on tap, a full bar and lots of bigscreen TVs. The outside patio is a popular happy hour spot. 999 E. Basse | 210-823-3508 stonewerks.com $-$$ (P) TIGER WINGS A variety of chicken wings with lots of exotic flavors like tamarind, Sriracha, garlic pepper curry and Tom Yum. The wings are available for take-out or you can dine in - and they deliver. They also offer fried vegan tofu, edamame and sticky rice. A unique concept. 8210 Broadway | 210-829-5000 tigerwings.com $ TWIN SISTERS BAKERY AND CAFE Healthy food using local ingredients. Coffees and espressos, quiche, pastries, sandwiches, soups and salads. Live music on Friday nights. 6322 N. New Braunfels | 210-822-0761 tsbandc.com $ (LV) ASIAN BREWS LEES TEA An assortment of teas from Taiwan including Matcha, Oolong, Coconut, Milk and Glowing varieties. They also offer rice and noodle bowls, mini pork buns and Taiyaki. 4009 Broadway | 210-598-0068 brewsleetea.com $ FORMOSA GARDEN Tranquil atmosphere, serving sushi, Chinese and Japanese cuisine. A Japanese hibachistyle grill experience is available Wednesday through Sunday during dinner, offering certified Black Angus beef. Reservations are preferred for the hibachi, but walk- ins are still welcomed. 1011 NE Loop 410 | 210-828-9988 formosasa.com $$ (P) HANZO An Asian gastropub serving innovative cocktails and appetizers. 7701 Broadway, Suite 124 | 210-826-1488 hanzobar.com $$ KOI KAWA A Japanese restaurant and sushi bar featuring lots of specialty rolls and dishes with complex and interesting flavors. 4051 Broadway | 210-805-8111 facebook.com/pages/koikawa $-$$
MON THAI BISTRO Thai food and sushi by chef Mmonrat “Mon” Shirley in a beautiful and tranquil atmosphere with tables that overlook a peaceful outdoor garden and fountain. 4901 Broadway | 210-822-3253 monsthai.com $-$$ OSAKA JAPANESE STEAK AND SUSHI Japanese steak and sushi with hibachi tables where chefs cook and perform for audiences. 4902 Broadway | 210-822-0300 osakasteaknsushi.com $-$$ (R) PIRANHA IZAKAYA Sushi, Japanese and Pacific Rim cuisine in a lively environment located in the Quarry Market. Up-tempo music with a large bar and lots of creative appetizers and sushi rolls. 260 E. Basse, #101 | 210-822-1088 piranhakillersushi.com $$ P. F. CHANG’S Located in the Quarry Market, offering sushi, dim sum, wok classics, noodle dishes and cocktails. 255 E. Basse, #1200 | 210-507-1000 pfchangs.com $$ SUSHI ZUSHI Traditional Japanese and Latin American influences fused into modern, healthy rolls, rice and noodle dishes. 999 E. Basse | 210-826-8500 sushizushi.com $$ TONG’S THAI Beautiful Thai restaurant with tranquil outdoor patio with koi pond. Traditional Thai food, along with Chinese dishes and sushi. 1146 Austin Highway | 210-829-7345 tongsthai.com $$ (P) BARBECUE BUN ‘N’ BARREL 1960s-era landmark serving BBQ, burgers, brisket and milkshakes in casual digs with iconic neon signage. 1150 Austin Highway | 210-828-2829 bunnbarrel.com $ L&L HAWAIIAN BBQ Delicious, authentic Pacific Island BBQ with Asian influence. They offer Hawaiian Ramen, Sushi (Musubi) and their take on Pulled Pork (Kalua). They are the home of the Ramen Burger and monthly AlohaFriday entertainment events. 1302 Austin Hwy | 210-474-6699 http://www.llhawaiianbbqsa.com $ THE BARBECUE STATION Authentic wood-smoked barbecue brisket, ribs, sausage and chicken. 1610 N.E. Loop 410 | 210-824-9191 barbecuestation.com $ - $$
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‘09 Eats THE PIGPEN A family-friendly neighborhood joint serving authentic Texas-style Barbecue. Try the Brisket nachos, brisket grilled cheese or the famous Bloody Mary. A great place to relax and listen to live music on the patio while the kids play on their playground. Also, don’t miss their SOUL FULL Sunday brunch which runs from 10am - 2pm. 106 Pershing | 210-267-9136 thepigpensa.com $ THE SMOKE SHACK Brisket, pulled pork, sausage, turkey, ribs and chicken, plus delicious sides like Smoke Shack Mac and spicy creamed corn. 3714 Broadway | 210-957-1430 smokeshacksa.com $ EUROPEAN BISTR09 Classic French Brasserie by Chef Damien Watel and Chef Lisa Astorga Watel. Extensive wine list and beautifully executed classic French dishes including Duck Breast Al’Orange, grilled quail, duck confit, dover sole, lobster risotto, foie gras, escargot and more. 6106 Broadway | 210-245-8156 bistr09.com $$$ (BR) COMMONWEALTH COFFEEHOUSE AND BAKERY Coffee, latte, cappuccino, espresso plus artisanal French pastries, savory croissants, sandwiches, soups, salads, crepes and more. 118 Davis Court | 210-560-2955 commonwealthcoffeehouse.com $ (P) FREDERICK’S French fusion curine prepared by chef Frederick Costa. A wonderful culinary experience with dishes that feature flounder, roasted duck, escargot and more. 7701 Broadway | 210-828-9050 www.frederickssa.com $$ - $$$ HOFBRAU & BEER GARDEN A beer garden and popular happy hour destination with hearty food. Offerings include German schnitzel, a chicken-fried rib-eye and brisket nachos. 7310 Jones Maltsberger | 210-290-8066 quarryhofbrau.com $ LA MADELEINE A quaint French country cafe serving breakfast, lunch and dinner with rustic interior stone fireplaces and quiet nooks where you can relax. Sip on a delicious cup of tea, enjoy buttery croissants, housemade pastries, French onion soup, beef bourguignon or chicken cordon bleu pasta. 4820 Broadway | 210-829-7291 lamadeleine.com $-$$
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THE WINCHESTER PUB An English-style pub with a Texas twist offering a large selection of craft cocktails, 18 beers on tap, wine and Champagne, and a full menu for breakfast, brunch, lunch & dinner featuring fish & chips, cheese curds, French toast, brisket grilled cheese sandwiches, Scotch eggs, and a hearty burger. The atmosphere is cozy with a large wooden bar, dart boards, and lots of large screen TVs’ showcasing your favorite sports teams. They also specialize in Soccer Saturdays showing games from European leagues. 5148 Broadway | 210-721-7762 thewinchesterpub.com $-$$
HAMBURGERS BURGER FI Gourmet burgers and hot dogs made from all natural, never-frozen meat. Vegetarian burgers are available too, plus sides like hand-cut fresh fries, crispy onion rings and frozen custard. 1907 Nacogdoches Road | 210-858-4052 burgerfi.com $ CHEESY JANE’S Burgers, sliders, sandwiches, salads and sides plus shakes in many flavors. 4200 Broadway | 210-826-0800 cheesyjanes.com $ CHESTER’S HAMBURGERS Rustic casual environment with lots of beers on tap and a genuinely great hamburger. 1006 N.E. Loop 410 | 210-805-8600 chestershamburgers.com $ FRONTIER BURGER A San Antonio staple famous for charcoal grilled hamburgers with a special blend of spices and seasonings and bakeryfresh buns. They are also known for their ever- popular thin, crispy onion rings, hand-dipped ice cream milkshakes and handmade fruit pies. 838 N.E. Loop 410 | 210-932-8040 frontierburger.com $ ORDER UP A healthy take on your standard burger, fries and shakes with gluten-free, vegetarian and vegan options. 999 E. Basse | 210-824-9600 orderup-sa.com $ ITALIAN CERRONI’S PURPLE GARLIC Homemade soups, fresh salads, handtossed pizzas and Stromboli’s along with favorites like eggplant parmigiana and spaghetti with homemade meatballs. 1017 Austin Highway | 210-822-2300 ceronispurplegarlic.com $$ PAESANOS An upscale landmark Italian restaurant with a large menu of classic and contemporary Italian dishes and an extensive wine list. 555 E. Basse | 210-828-5191 paesanositalianrestaurant.com $$ - $$$ PESTO RISTORANTE Soul satisfying traditional Italian cuisine with a twist. Build your own pasta. 5221 McCullough | 210-314-1072 pesto-ristorante.com $$ SORRENTO’S Specializing in traditional Italian cuisine with antipasti, seafood and pasta dishes. 5146 Broadway | 210-824-0055 sorrentopizzeria.com $$ MEXICAN ADELANTE Serving what they refer to as health-Mex. All natural light and fresh dishes with plenty of vegan and vegetarian choices. 21 Brees Blvd. | 210-822-7681 adelanterestaurant.com $ BETO’S A unique combination of Mexican street food and Latin American soul food. The fish tacos were voted best fish taco in San Antonio. 8142 Broadway | 210-930-9393 betosaltmex.com $
CAZADORES MEXICAN RESTAURANT Enjoy a wide variety of Tex-Mex food served in a friendly, comfortable seting. A favorite for locals. 927 Rittiman Road | 210-824-0175 taqueriacazadoressa.com $ CHELA’S TACOS Very authentic regional Mexican tacos. Offerings include cilantro chicken, carnitas Michoacan style, carne guisada, picadillo and shrimp tacos and many more. 5231 Broadway, #117 | 210-753-1040 chelas-tacos.com $ LA FONDA Casual dining in a relaxed setting, serving contemporary Mexican cuisine, thoughtfully executed. Open for lunch and dinner with a brunch on Sunday. 8633 Crownhill Blvd. | 210-824-4231 lafondaah.com $$ (P) MEXICO LINDO Delicious Mexican cuisine including a full assortment of appetizers, salads, soups, tacos, combination plates, hamburgers, tortas, and family orders of fajitas. 555 E. Basse Rd., Ste. 113 210-310-3767 $$ PALOMA BLANCA Dishes from the coastal regions of Mexico. Signature dishes include grilled snapper, ceviche, pozole, handmade flautas and tacos al pastor. 5800 Broadway, #300 | 210-822-6151 palomablanca.net $$ (P) SOLUNA COCINA MEXICANA Trendy upscale Mexican restaurant with a lively happy hour, impressive margaritas, Tex -Mex favorites and a colorful patio. 7959 Broadway, #204 | 210-930-8070 Solunasa.com $$-$$$ (P) TOMATILLO’S CANTINA Brightly colored decor, lively music and great food. They feature an extensive list of flavored margaritas, tableside flaming queso flameado, enchiladas, fish and shrimp tacos, sizzling fajitas and more. 3210 Broadway | 210-824-3005 tomatillos.com $$ TORCHY’S TACOS Elevated Mexican street food with lots of innovative tacos filled with unexpected ingredients like salmon, Jamaican jerk chicken and ahi tuna. 999 E. Basse, #183 | 210-824-1603 torchystacos.com $ PIZZA BRAZA BRAVA Pizzas made in Neapolitan style in a woodfired brick oven. 7959 Broadway | 210-320-2100 brazabravapizzeria.com $$ CALIFORNIA PIZZA KITCHEN Fresh and light California-inspired salads, soups, flatbreads and pizzas. 255 E. Basse | 210-424-2014 cpk.com $$ FLORIO’S PIZZA Delicious authentic New York-style pizza. 7701 Broadway | 210-805-8646 floriospizza.com $ - $$ GRIMALDI’S PIZZA Casual, Brooklyn-based pizzeria chain serving brick-oven pizzas and calzones. 330 E. Basse, #101 | 210-832-8288 grimaldispizzeria.com $$
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JULIAN’S PIZZERIA A warm, family-friendly environment serving pizza and Italian staples like spaghetti and meatballs, baked rigatoni and lasagna. 6462 N. New Braunfels | 210-595-3405 julianspizzeria.com $$ VOLARE GOURMET PIZZA An intimate, family-friendly restaurant serving New York-style thin-crust pizza and other Italian standards. 5054 Broadway | 210-828-3354 volarepizza.com $ - $$ STEAKS THE BARN DOOR Family-owned steakhouse with Westernstyle decor, serving perfectly grilled steaks, delicious seafood and desserts. Ribeye’s, porterhouse and New York strip steaks, plus Chateaubriand, rack of lamb, Gulf Coast oysters and fresh salmon. They have a full bar and frequently offer fine live entertainment. 8400 N. New Braunfels | 210-824-0116 thebarndoorrestaurant.com $$ - $$$ (LV) FLEMING’S STEAKHOUSE High-end steakhouse serving prime aged beef, pork chops, North Atlantic lobster tails, Alaskan king crab legs, Chilean sea bass and other seafood specialties. 255 E. Basse, #200 | 210-824-9463 flemingssteakhouse.com $$$ RUTH’S CHRIS Upscale steakhouse that serves prime ribeye,New York strip and filet mignon steaks on sizzling plates. They also feature delicious lamb chops, shrimp, lobster, crab cakes and chicken entrees plus generous desserts. 7720 Jones Maltsberger | 210-821-5051 ruthschris.com $$$ COFFEE & DESSERTS COOKIE CAB Fresh baked warm cookies delivered to your door. Choose from favorites like chocolate chip, peanut butter, oatmeal raisin, sugar, and snickerdoodle. 1832 Nacogdoches Road | 210-848.9920 cookiecab.com $ LA PANADERíA Artisan bakery that bakes several varieties of fresh bread and pastries daily. They have a large, airy dining area and serve gourmet coffee, soup and sandwiches. 8305 Broadway | 210-375-6746 lapanaderia.com $
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Iconic Bakery Café’s Success is All in the Family BY MEREDITH KAY PHOTOGRAPHY BY AL RENDON
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tatistically, nearly 80% of restaurants fail within the first five years of business. It is one of the most challenging industries to succeed in, and there are so many factors that determine that success. However, for one area restaurant, success has been a way of life for a pair of sisters for 40 years now.
Twin Sisters Bakery + Café is located in the Sunset Ridge Shopping Center on North New Braunfels. It still serves delicious, homemade soups, salads, sandwiches, and baked goods to loyal customers every day. Carol Pearcy and her sister, Pat Stein have called San Antonio home for most of their lives, and they are at the helm of this successful neighborhood restaurant. The name comes from Pat and her twin sister, Priscilla, who opened the café in Olmos Park 40 years ago. They were both working in the foodservice industry and decided that they wanted to open a friendly café serving healthy menu options. Priscilla now lives in Arkansas, but this cozy café still operates on the same principles that have made it a neighborhood staple for so many years. Carol runs the Front of the House, welcoming guests and serving customers at the counter. Pat mainly stays in the kitchen, cooking, baking, and ensuring the food maintains the same delicious consistency for which Twin Sisters has always been known. The family grew up on the Northwest side of town, and the girls attended Holmes High School. But, they believed that location would be the secret to the restaurant’s success, so they decided to set their culinary sights on the Alamo Heights area, where neighbors are loyal to their local establishments. When Carol was asked what she feels is the secret to staying in business for 40 years, she states, “The key is having a great location and serving dishes that stay consistent. Customers know what to expect when they come here, and we have customers that still come in who have been with us since we opened.” Today, both Carol and Pat live in the neighborhood as well, and together they strive to continue
their Twin Sisters legacy with the freshest food made in-house. The menu features healthy and delicious options like their very popular Tortilla Soup and their salad selections customized with toppers and homemade dressings. The restaurant is also known for its variety of vegetarian options, like their huge Vegetable Sauté, served with seasonal vegetables sautéed with minced ginger over natural brown rice, and their flavorful Black Bean Chalupas served on whole wheat flour tortillas. Twin Sisters is a neighborhood favorite for their sandwiches as well. One of their most popular menu items is the BAT. It’s a turbocharged BLT with bacon, avocado, tomato, and leaf lettuce served on Bakery Lorraine stoneground whole wheat or parmesan cheese toast. They also offer gluten-free bread on request. All of their sandwiches can be ordered as a half or a whole, and they are served with potato chips. The restaurant is open seven days a week, serving breakfast, lunch, and brunch on Saturdays and Sundays. Takeout orders are big business here, and so are their outstanding baked goods, especially their sweet potato muffins and their very popular Spanish almond cake, which is made with almond flour and is naturally gluten-free. Pair this with some fresh-squeezed lemonade, and you’ve got the perfect afternoon snack to round out a healthy lunch. The restaurant has a cozy and eclectic vibe with funky artwork and Kilroy”esque” pictures of the Beatles staring at you. The atmosphere is welcoming, colorful, and incredibly friendly, and the staff treats everyone like family. Twin Sisters is precisely what you would expect from an iconic neighborhood café, and the sisters don’t plan on changing anything anytime soon. 78209magazine.com | AUGUST 2021 47
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Glorifying God and sharing the teachings of Jesus Christ, we build a community of hope and wholeness through worship, education, service and fellowship.
Celebrating 102 years in Alamo Heights
ALAMO HEIGHTS PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH 6201 Broadway, San Antonio, Texas 78209 Senior Pastor: Rev Dr. Richard Knott. Jr. (210) 824-0271 www.alamoheightspres.com
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MAIL THEFT Officers responding to a call for a male subject going through mailboxes detained a suspect. Investigation discovered the suspect had multiple pieces of mail in his possession not addressed to him. The subject was taken into custody. 6/26/21 6100 blk Broadway CRIMINAL MISCHIEF The front door of a business was intentionally damaged during overnight hours. 6/25/21 6300 blk Broadway NARCOTICS VIOLATION The driver of a vehicle stopped for a traffic violation was found to not have a driver’s license issued to him. A preimpoundment inventory of the vehicle discovered methamphetamines and related paraphernalia. 6/25/21 4800 blk Broadway MOTOR VEHICLE CRASH, HIT & RUN, NARCOTICS VIOLATION A vehicle and driver involved in a hit& run crash were located near the crash scene. The driver was taken into custody a a post arrest search discovered black tar heroin in his pocket. An inventory of the vehicle discovered a syringe loaded with heroin, prescription drugs not in a labeled container and assorted paraphernalia commonly used to prepare heroin for ingestion/injection. 6/23/21 5400 blk Broadway FRAUDULENT USE OF DEBIT/CREDIT CARDS, NARCOTICS VIOLATION An officer on patrol during overnight hours observed a vehicle moving through the neighborhood aimlessly committing several traffic violations. Contact was made and it was determined that neither had a valid driver’s license. Further investigation revealed that both had lengthy criminal histories and were in possession of multiple compact flashlights, bolt cutters and other tools commonly used for vehicle burglaries. Pre-impound
inventory of the vehicle revealed methamphetamine and other related paraphernalia. 6/21/21 200 blk Ashcroft BURGLARY Unknown person(s) entered a residence through an unlocked front door during the overnight hours. A purse and wallet left on the counter were stolen. The purse and contents were located in a yard in the 100 blk of Woodway on 6/20/21. A person of interest was contacted by AHPD prior to the burglary being reported. 6/19/21 500 blk Evans EVADING ARREST AHPD officers responded to a Terrell Hills residence where a burglary had occurred and a male subject was atlarge. AHPD officers located the subject at a convenience store and he fled on foot. The same officers pursued the suspect and during the foot pursuit, the subject retrieved a loaded pistol from his waistband, but chose to drop it during the chase. AHPD officers took him into custody. 6/17/21 1100 blk Harry Wurzbach CRIMINAL MISCHIEF Graffiti was painted on the back wall of a local business. 6/17/21 5200 blk Broadway THEFT, MOTOR VEHICLE A trailer with an All-Terrain vehicle loaded on it was stolen from a driveway. 6/16/21 200 blk College Blvd.
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Vintage View
1960 The Flamingo Hotel ( now the Regency Inn) located at 1131 Austin Highway offered televisions in every room, a unique selling point at that time.
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