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January 2014
78209 MAGAZINE
Inside: Meet 78209’s Resident Food Professionals
Caryn Hasslocher And Tony Koch Terrell Heights Home Is Transformed
Glenn Huddleston Brings Boutiques and Businesses To Broadway
CONTENTS JANUARY 2014 06 Feature: Glenn Huddleston 10 Dedicated to Healthy Food 14 Designing Woman Dazzles With Terrell Heights Dwelling 18 AHISD School News 21 Neighborhood News 22 Restaurant Guide 24 Police Blotter 25 Wine and Dine 26 Vintage View
ON THE COVER: Traditional decorations in 1910 Alamo Heights home.
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78209 FEATURE
GLENN HUDDLESTON Real Estate Developer Shines Bright on Broadway By BONNY OSTERHAGE Photography by JAMIE TURNAGE
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You may not immediately recognize the name Glenn Huddleston, but chances are that if you live in the Alamo Heights area, he’s a big part of your life. That’s because Huddleston, owner of the real estate development company Harper/Huddleston, Inc., owns several local strip centers, including the popular Uptown Alamo Heights, as well as the iconic former Mobile station that currently houses retailer Sloan/Hall.
A Boutique Industry
Huddleston is committed to preserving the feeling of an area that he says was once the retail boutique center of San Antonio, and growing it with the high-end, specialty businesses that match the feel and demographic of the neighborhood. Since moving to San Antonio in 1969, he has watched as Alamo Heights boutiques began to get competition in the form of the Quarry and Quarry Village Shopping Centers, the Sunset Ridge Shopping Center and the strip centers that have begun to line Austin Highway. He says he was stunned to observe that the response of Alamo Heights was, in his words, a “non-response.” In an effort to improve and compete, Huddleston says he and his team went out of the city to find successful retail boutiques that could prosper in a provincial residential area and that knew how to serve a discerning customer base. “We decided we could either be a part of the decline or make it better,” he says of his decision to bring shops like The Impeccable Pig from Dallas, the celebrity-owned and operated Bird Bakery and the Alamo Olive Oil Company (a concept he discovered in Austin) into the Uptown Alamo Heights center. “We would like to see all the retail in Alamo Heights be like this,” he adds.
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I ever wanted to do was go into real estate,” he says. “I told my wife if I didn’t succeed in this business, I was going to move to West Texas and become a cowboy.” After graduating with a degree in business from UT Austin, Huddleston and his bride moved to San Antonio, where he worked with a local firm for less than a year before striking out on his own in 1970. He purchased and developed the Boardwalk on Broadway, opening his own office in one of the spaces and leasing the rest. More properties along Broadway followed, four of them in Alamo Heights, and Huddleston began to realize the untapped potential of this central thoroughfare. “We have all the ingredients to have a true pedestrian urban development from Alamo Heights to downtown San Antonio along Broadway,” he says. In between developing properties and raising his four children, Huddleston and other business owners, property owners and professionals in the Alamo Heights area came together to form an Economic Development Commission in 2003. Their mission? To look at ways to improve the “City of Beauty and
City of Beauty and Charm
As a boy growing up in Dallas, Huddleston had a paper route that included the home of Trammel Crowe. The real estate mogul often met him at the gate to collect his paper, and it made a big impression on young Huddleston. “All
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Charm.” They concluded that in order to help the business community, they would need to develop a desirable business environment. The group looked at areas such as Highland Park in Dallas and River Oaks in Houston for inspiration and proposed tree-lined sidewalks and a more pedestrian- friendly urban development, free of things like drive-thru lanes. Huddleston says that the Alamo Heights City Council was in 100-percent agreement with the suggestions, and they began by eliminating the drive-thru lanes in Alamo Heights’ restaurants. However, they did not eliminate them for banks or dry cleaners until 2010. Furthermore, Huddleston says that the plan to create more sidewalks and pedestrian-friendly areas was never implemented. Today, like many Alamo Heights' residents and business owners, Huddleston has been very vocal about the controversial high-rise proposal from Dallas-based development company Alamo Manhattan, LLA. The proposed project, Alamo Heights Gateway, would consist of a six-story, 85-foot apartment/retail space in Ausway Park, a portion of which is publicly owned. The 1.6 acres of Ausway Park are situated directly across from the Huddlestons’ Mobile station building. Why does that matter? Because, according to Huddleston, the area is a floodway. Unlike a flood plane, where steps can be taken to prevent rising water, a floodway is more like a creek. Erecting a building in the middle of it will simply cause the water to change locations. In this case, Huddleston says it will flow south, which could potentially create big problems for his property. “You are not supposed to be able to build in a floodway,” says Huddleston. “This area would be better served by using the park for arts fairs, farmers markets and other places that promote community engagement. We need to use the property to support the community.”
And The Future?
Now with the proposed high-rise, he says he fears that those improvement plans from 2003 will never be realized, and that concessions are being made that are not within city ordinances. “To my knowledge, this building would exceed any density in any city in the state of Texas,” he says. “We should not allow things that are inconsistent with the city’s ordinance and vision.”
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Huddleston, whose son Harper now works by his side, proposes that the City Council allow funding to be raised privately to develop Ausway Park into something that is better suited to the community. In the meantime, he plans to continue to do his part to make sure his Alamo Heights retail centers support the boutique industry. “It would be wonderful if the community could share a vision of what it can and will be,” he says, adding that the Alamo Heights motto, City of Beauty and Charm, should be more than simply words. “When you enter this area, you should feel like you are entering some place special.”
78209 PROFILE
Dedicated to Healthy Food Caryn Hasslocher and Tony Koch bring their expertise to catering and agriculture By COURTNEY BURKHOLDER
For Caryn Hasslocher and Tony Koch, healthy food is more than an axiom; it’s a way of life. On any given weekend, the happy couple of 12 years can be found perusing the selections of fruits, vegetables and meats at the local farmers markets in and around Alamo Heights. And why not? It’s what they do. Caryn, owner of Fresh Horizons, a catering business dedicated to serving fresh, locally grown foods without additives or artificial flavors, has been providing some of the freshest and tastiest food to the San Antonio community for 32 years. “We’ve established our reputation by trying to stay as true to those values as possible,” she explains. In addition to her off-site catering, Caryn also manages the special events, 10 | january 2014
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private parties and weddings at the Japanese Tea Garden and provides food and beverage services for the Jingu House Cafe and Tea Room. “It’s a project we took on two years ago,” she says. “The tearoom offers light, healthy sandwiches, snacks, sushi and a sampling of Asian food as well as wonderful fair trade teas from around the world.” Not to be outdone, Tony proudly claims ties to the healthy food industry as well. Owner of Koch Ranches Gourmet Country Store, Tony is dedicated to providing healthy food to the people of San Antonio.“We raise grass-fed meats, including beef, lamb, goat and trapped wild boar; we raise all our own meat and sell it in our store,” he explains. “We have
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“ We love living in Alamo Heights ... so much of what we enjoy - food, shopping and friends - are right here
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our own line of grass-fed sausages and ready-to-eat meats, as well.” Alongside his brother, son and daughter, Tony and his family are seventh-generation agriculture people in the state of Texas. Their involvement with the CSA program-Community Supported Agriculture — has taken San Antonio by storm and is offered through the Country Store: “It’s a way for people to get healthy, locally grown food on a regular basis.” Long-time Alamo Heights residents, both Tony and Caryn were born and raised right here in the Alamo City. Caryn is a graduate of Alamo Heights High School, and Tony, of Central Catholic High School and St. Mary’s University. “We love living in Lincoln Heights because it is so centrally located,” Caryn says. “So much of what we enjoy — food, shopping, friends — are right here.” Tony concurs. “Everything is so convenient, particularly in our present jobs. Home is the center between our two businesses. We can walk to Paesanos, the Quarry Market or H-E-B; everything is close by.” With their very busy lives, their home in Lincoln Heights offers a quiet place to rest and recharge. “We just love our neighborhood. All of our neighbors are content with a quiet, peaceful life,” Tony says. “Those are the best kind of neighbors.” “We also enjoy the Museum Reach that is such a wonderful part of living in this area,” Caryn says. “Between the Witte, San Antonio Museum of Art, the McNay, the Botanical Garden, and, of course, the Japanese Tea Garden, there is so much to
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enjoy. And it’s wonderful to see the resurgence taking place along Broadway.” Though both their jobs are firmly centered in the food industry, Tony admits finding time to cook together is no easy feat.“We don’t get a chance to cook much when we’re in town. Caryn has a staff that does all her cooking, and I have a lady here who does our cooking, so when we get out of town, we love to cook together,” he says. Their home-away-from-home is the sprawling Seco Crossing Ranch near Yancey, where they raise a variety of exotic animals in addition to all the domesticated animals. “Our relaxing time is going to the ranch and just being together with family and friends,” Tony says. “From our home on top of a hill, we have a 360-degree view. We can see Hondo to the north, Devine to the east, Pearsall to the south, and Dilley to the west. We love driving around and looking at the animals. Our animals are raised according to the Animal Welfare Approved Principles, so they are raised at a low stress level. They will come up and eat right out of your hand.” Another favorite pastime at the ranch? Cooking, of course. “Caryn is a amazing cook,” Tony boasts proudly. “We love cooking together. I tell people I weighed 110 pounds when I met her, and now I’m at 220,” he jokes. “Though that’s not necessarily true!” With their dedication to providing healthy food options for the people of San Antonio, there’s no question that Caryn and Tony are living examples of the benefits enjoyed as a result of a healthy diet and lifestyle. 78209 is lucky to have ’em! 12 | january 2014
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78209 AT HOME
DESIGNING WOMAN DAZZLES WITH
TERRELL HEIGHTS DWELLING Downsizing with casualness and charm By JOHN BLOODSWORTH
With incomparable design skills, Kathy Hoermann has assembled common objects, well-worn heirlooms, vintage finds and discriminating new purchases, transforming a 1950s tract home into a jewel box of interior design. An eye for all things bamboo and a passion for collecting shells – two elements that are repeated throughout her home — give the residence a coastal cottage casualness and charm. Moving from a 4,400-square-foot home to a 1,500-square-foot cottage, Hoermann set her sights on the Terrell Heights community. “The very first house that I ever owned was in this neighborhood,” she recalls. “I wanted a starter house to redo.” Fortified with over 25 years of design experience as owner and creator of the Painted Pony Clothing line, and real estate savvy as a professional with Kuper Realty, Hoermann had the credentials to tackle the house hunting and major reconstruction project. At the entry, a vintage bamboo hat rack holds an antique cane that belonged to Hoermann’s grandfather. A pair of majestic Moroccan clay pots encrusted with shells holds greenery, bringing the garden into the main living area. A shiny Asian-inspired cinnabar coffee table anchors the room. Two French armchairs upholstered in floral cotton chintz and wing back chairs that were an estate sale find offer guests a comfortable retreat for conversation. Tramp art frames found on antiquing trips to Round Top hold
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medals earned by her father as a cadet at TMI and World War I and original dog tags worn by her grandfather. A photo of her grandmother holds a coveted place in an ornate tramp art frame in the same grouping. Love of home and family is abundantly displayed in this cottage with panache. An original bedroom became a private sitting room off the new master bedroom. Open shelves in the bedroom were fitted with custom doors and made into storage closets for purses, scarves and accessories. The former laundry room was converted into the master bath. Hardwood floors that run throughout the home were redone, and fresh paint covered all walls. Existing cabinets in the kitchen received a new coat of paint and contemporary hardware. Wooden countertops were restored, and a pull-out chopping block installed for meal preparation disappears into the cabinetry when not in use. “You’ve got to use every inch in a small kitchen,” she quips. Electrical outlets for the microwave were installed in the pantry to conserve counter space. Drawers in bathroom cabinetry are fitted for electricity to house blow dryers, flat irons and other hair styling tools. Backs of doors all have hooks to store belts, bags and hats, while storage boxes hold an assortment of accumulation under beds. “I tried to think of things that I could do to go from big to little,” states Hoermann.
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78209 O N IN E L IV ES
Friends of Hospice Fall Coffee
Los Alegradores
Masters of Leadership Program 10th Anniversary Celebration
Red And White Ball
Alamo Heights High School Sophomore Class Officers 16 | january 2014
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Alamo Heights School Foundation Awards $150,000 in Grants to Educators The Alamo Heights School Foundation recently awarded 39 grants totaling $150,000 to teachers in the Alamo Heights Independent School District. “The AHSF's Grants to Educators Prize Posse is the most exciting time of our year,” says AHSF board president Tiffany Mills. “Our board of directors and community volunteers work very hard to raise these necessary funds all year long. This is their opportunity to see in person just how meaningful these funds are to teachers and students.” Grants include $10,000 to the AHHS rocketry program; $10,000 split between all AHISD libraries for e-books: $10,000 for the AHHS math department for iPads; $10,000 for SMART boards for AHJS social studies classes; $7,800 for aquatic research materials for AHHS biology students; $7,900 for Istation, a computer-based reading program at Howard, Cambridge and Woodridge; over $5,000 for AHHS for materials to study radiation and nuclear chemistry; $5,000 for Macbooks at Howard to complete the computer lab; over $2,000 for AHJS for iPads for individualized instruction for students with dyslexia; over $5,000 for Google Chromebooks for fifth-graders at Cambridge; over $2,500 for a Spanish audio library at Cambridge; over $2,000 for mobile lab tables for Woodridge science teachers; and much more. “The Howard teachers are absolutely thrilled with the generous donation from the AHSF,” says Howard Early Childhood Center principal Stephanie Kershner. “This donation provides our teachers with the additional resources to design meaningful and relevant learning experiences for our students.” The Grants to Educators program awards AHISD teacher applicants with funds that enable and encourage them to be more innovative in their approach to teaching. The program was established in 1998 to encourage teachers to motivate and inspire their students by developing an activity or approach outside the normal curriculum and teaching patterns. The AHSF raises money to support academic excellence in AHISD. The funds raised help ensure that AHISD remains one of the best school districts in the state. Through strategic planning, AHSF and AHISD address evolving educational trends while anticipating future critical needs. Last year, the foundation awarded $100,000 in Grants to Educators in AHISD. For more information, visit www.ahschoolfoundation.org.
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Photography by Mark Humphries of Mark Humphries Photography
Hearts and Hands for Kids
January is School Board Recognition Month, and the Alamo Heights Independent School District is joining other districts across the state to thank these community volunteers for their commitment and contributions to our public schools. “School board members serve countless hours working to make public education the best it can be for every child,” says Dr. Kevin Brown, AHISD superintendent of schools. In a climate of change and challenge, they develop policies and make tough decisions on complex educational and social issues that affect the entire community and the lives of individual students. They bear responsibility and oversight in Alamo Heights ISD for an annual budget of $61 million; 4,700 students, in grades kindergarten through 12; more than 625 employees; and five campuses. Preparing today’s students to be productive citizens and the leaders of tomorrow is a tremendous task. As elected officials, school board members are the voice of their communities, serving first and foremost in the best interest of our school children.On the AHISD board are Melissa Vaughan, president; Lott McIlhenny,
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vice president; Joseph Dubrof, secretary; Bonnie Giddens, assistant secretary; Lynn S. Thompson, trustee; Mike Morell, trustee; and John Tippit, trustee. “We proudly salute these education advocates as they provide vision and leadership for student achievement, academic programs, district funding and school facilities,” says Dr. Brown. “Their service ensures that decisions about local public schools are made by those most familiar with the needs of our community’s children and families. These dedicated individuals deserve recognition and thanks for their unfailing commitment to the continuing success of our students now and in the future.” Great leadership always begins with a willing heart, a positive attitude and a desire to make a difference. AHISD applauds these local leaders for truly caring about our kids.
AHISD Board of Trustees: (Back row) Dr. Kevin Brown, Joseph Dubrof, Lott McIlhenny, John Tippit (Front row) Bonnie Giddens, Melissa Vaughan, Mike Morell and Lynn Thompson.
78209 N EIG H BORH OOD N EWS
Thirsty..... and Hungry By LESLIE FOLEY
Big Hops Growler Station
Check out Big Hops Growler Station at 8313 Broadway — it’s the place to fill your growler with amazing craft beers. What’s a growler, you ask? You choose a 32- or 64-ounce growler (container), then make your selection from 26 specialty craft beers. OK, if you can’t decide, then sample, yes, sample many and make a decision, then allow the tap master to fill your growler, pay, and off you go to a party, your home or wherever you want to enjoy your beer. Still can’t decide? There is a rotating tap wall — one keg pops, a different beer takes its place. Numerous styles of beer for all you beer-lovers keep it interesting. Make sure you download and take advantage of the Growler Refill Club mobile app because once you imbibe, you will return for more. Sort of like Cheers. Fun, friendly, and famous already! Rather hang out? Then grab a fresh brew, kick back and meet the team. I spoke with Big Hops Steve and Big Hops Rob, who are well-informed and quick to answer all my questions, and boy, do they know BEER! And root beer. And there’s wine and cider too. Check them out on Facebook to see what’s on tap and when special events are slated. What an awesome concept. Word’s gotten out. And if you crave beer and haven’t found the place, then find it and check out this newest addition to the local beer scene. And for those of you on the other side of town, their second location at 11224 Huebner Road, Suite 204, opened during the holidays. Check the website at http://www.bighops.com/ for all the frosty details and a live tap list. They are open every day for your drinking pleasure; give them a call at (210) 320-1995 for times and tastings. What are you waiting for? Fill me up!
Miggy’s Food Truck
Owners Ken the cook and Shannon Farr are serving up specialties such as loaded fish tacos, tilapia, fajitas, spinach and cheese quesadillas or salads with your choice of mahi mahi, shrimp, beef or chicken at Miggy’s Food Truck. On a cold day head over for chili, or my favorite — frito chili pie with all the fixins’ — and wash it down with a mug of hot chocolate. It can’t get much better than that on a frosty San Antonio day. And don’t leave without ordering Granny’s homemade cookies. Lunch is available Monday-Saturday, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Miggy’s food truck is located at 2347 Nacogdoches inside Loop 410 next to the Smoke Shack across from Tetco. You can’t miss the truck, and don’t, or you’ll be missing out! Need an idea for a special event? Miggy’s mobile food service is available to customize your event any way you see it. Give them a call at (210) 669-3895 and make your selection. Might be the perfect idea for a birthday celebration, family reunion, outdoor picnic or any type of gathering for your friends or special guests. Food trucks are all the rage. Try it — you’ll like it!
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78209 RES TAURA NT GUID E
AMERICAN 20NINE 255 E. Basse #940 798-9463
ZEDRICK’S 5231 Broadway 824-6000
CHESTER’S HAMBURGERS 1006 N.E. Loop 410 805-8600
410 DINER 8315 Broadway 822-6246
ASIAN HSIU YU 8338 Broadway 828-2273
FIVE GUYS BURGERS 260 E. Basse #107 822-6200
ANNE MARIES’S BISTRO 555 Funston Place 826-5800
KOI KAWA 4051 Broadway 805-8111
BIRD BAKERY 5912 Broadway 804-2473
MON THAI BISTRO 4901 Broadway 822-3253
BOARDWALK BISTRO 4011 Broadway 824-0100
OSAKA JAPANESE STEAK AND SUSHI 4902 Broadway 822-0300
BROADWAY 50/50 5050 Broadway 826-0069 CAPPY’S 5011 Broadway 828-9669 CAPPYCCINO’S BISTRO 5003 Broadway 828-6860 J. ALEXANDER’S 555 E. Basse 824-0275 MAGIC TIME MACHINE 902 N.E. Loop 410 828-1470 MAMA'S CAFE 2442 Nacogdoches 826-8303 NOSH 1133 Austin Highway 826-6674 SILO ELEVATED CUISINE 1133 Austin Highway 824-8686
P. F. CHANG’S 255 E. Basse 507-1000 SUSHI ZUSHI 999 E. Basse 826-8500 TONG’S THAI 1146 Austin Highway 829-7345 BARBECUE BUN ‘N’ BARREL 1150 Austin Highway. 828-2829 THE BARBEQUE STATION 610 N.E. LOOP 410 691-3332 EUROPEAN CRUMPETS 3920 Harry Wurzbach 821-5454 FREDERICK’S 7701 Broadway 828-9050
STONE WERKS Broadway at Basse 823-3508
GREEK PAPOULI’S GRILL 255 E. Basse, #384 804-1118
TWIN SISTERS BAKERY AND CAFE 6322 N. New Braunfels 822-0761
HAMBURGERS CHEESY JANE’S 4200 Broadway 826-0800
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FUDDRUCKERS 8602 Botts Ln. 824-6703 LONGHORN CAFE 1003 Rittiman at Harry Wurzbach 822-7272 ORDER UP 999 E. Basse 824-9600 ITALIAN CERRONI’S PURPLE GARLIC 1017 Austin Highway 822-2300 MILANO RISTORANTE 1907 Nacogdoches 821-6373 PAESANOS 555 E. Basse 828-5191 PIATTI 255 E. Basse 832-0300 5146 Broadway 824-0055 TRE TRATTORIA 4003 Broadway 805-0333 MEXICAN/LATIN ADELANTE 21 Brees Blvd 822-7681
PICANTE GRILL 3810 Broadway 822-3797
SOLUNA COCINA MEXICANA 7959 Broadway 930-8070 TACO GARAGE 8403 Broadway 826-4405 TOMATILLOS CANTINA 3210 Broadway 824-3005 URBAN TACO 290 E. Basse #105 332-5149 PIZZA CALIFORNIA PIZZA KITCHEN 255 E. Basse 424-2014 FLORIO’S PIZZA 7701 Broadway 805-8646 GRIMALDI’S PIZZA 330 E. Basse #101 832-8288 SORRENTO 5146 Broadway 824-0055 VOLARE GOURMET PIZZA 5054 Broadway 828-3354 SOUTHWESTERN CANYON CAFE 225 E. Basse 225-0722
BETO’S 8421 Broadway 930-9393
STEAKS THE BARN DOOR 8400 N. New Braunfels 824-0116
LA FONDA SUNSET RIDGE 6402 N. New Braunfels 824-4231
FLEMING’S STEAKHOUSE 255 E. Basse 824-9463
PALOMA BLANCA 5800 Broadway 822-6151
RUTH'S CHRIS 7720 Jones Maltsberger 821-5051
POLICE BLOTTER ALAMO HEIGHTS POLICE DEPARTMENT Criminal Investigations Division 6116 Broadway, San Antonio, TX 78209 (210) 822-2164 FAX (210) 822-7111
12/15/13 Vehicle Burglary 100 blk. Burr Rd. Two vehicles in an apartment parking area and belonging to the same resident were unlawfully entered by unknown means. The vehicles were rummaged through but nothing was discovered missing. Two headlight assemblies were removed from one of the vehicles. Vehicle Burglary 12/15/13 200 blk. Chichester A vehicle parked in a driveway was unlawfully entered by breaking out a rear window, allowing access to an empty gun case left in open view. Theft – Shoplifting 12/14/13 5200 blk. Broadway A consignment purse was reported missing with no record of it being sold. A review of store video footage showed a female subject placing the purse in her personal shopping bag. Criminal Mischief 12/14/13 5800 blk. Broadway A vehicle parked in a restaurant parking lot sustained a broken rear window. There were party gifts in open view on the back seat but nothing was discovered missing from the vehicle. Vehicle Burglary 12/12/13 600 blk. Evans An unlocked vehicle parked on the street was unlawfully entered to gain access to a purse and cell phone left in open view within the passenger compartment. The vehicle owner reported discovering a male subject in the back seat of the vehicle. The male subject stated he was “warming up from the cold,” then crossed the street and departed in a white pick-up truck.
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12/09/13 Recovered 100 blk. Rosemary An officer on patrol during the morning observed a vehicle being driven through neighborhood streets aimlessly. The vehicle occupants were found parked in a residential driveway without lights. Investigation discovered stolen property and an assortment of burglary tools. The suspects and property information were turned over to the jurisdictional agency for disposition. 12/08/13 Narcotics Violation 100 blk. Austin Hwy. During a traffic enforcement stop for speeding, an officer detected the recent use of marijuana. It was further discovered the driver of the vehicle had a suspended driver’s license. During a pre-impoundment inventory of the vehicle numerous items of drug paraphernalia were discovered. The vehicle was impounded. The driver was issued multiple citations and he and five (5) passengers were released. Theft 12/07/13 100 blk. Patterson Eight (8) metal drainage grates located at the intersection of Patterson and Broadway were stolen during the overnight hours. Vehicle Burglary 12/07/13 4800 blk. Broadway A vehicle parked in a parking lot was unlawfully entered by breaking out a rear window. Several shopping bags were left in open view within the passenger compartment but there was nothing found to be missing by the vehicle owner.
Violation 12/11/13 1000 blk. Townsend Officers responded to an elementary school for an ex-husband threatening a school employee (ex-wife). Officers contacted male in his vehicle and discovered an active protective order was in effect. Ex-husband was charged with terroristic threats and narcotics possession in addition to the violation of a protective order.
Deadly Force 12/06/13 100 blk. Arcadia The Alamo Heights Police Department and Texas Rangers are conducting an investigation into the use of deadly force by an officer of the University of Incarnate Word Police Department resulting in the death of a 23-year-old male individual stopped for traffic violations. An extensive investigation is underway, the results of which will be reviewed by the Bexar County District Attorney’s office and a determination made if the use of deadly force was justified.
Public Intoxication 12/11/13 5300 blk. Broadway Officers responding to a report of a male subject urinating in public found the subject was highly intoxicated from alcohol consumption. The subject was transported to a detoxification facility.
Theft 12/06/13 100 blk. Vanderhoeven A bicycle locked to a bicycle was stolen from a bicycle rack. Video surveillance captured a recording of a male subject cutting the chain securing the bicycle and riding it away.
78209 WI NE & DINE By RON BECHTOL
Cappyccino’s RESTAURANT & WINE BAR Upscale With a Good Neighborhood Vibe
Cappyccino’s, the little brother (or sister—we’re nothing if not equal opportunity) to Cappy’s, thinks of itself as an upscale watering hole with a neighborhood vibe. And, sure enough, on my last visit I ran into an old friend I hadn’t seen in two years or so. Shame on both of us. But thanks to Cappy and Suzy Lawton for providing a welcoming forum for reconnection; the place just has that effect. Thanks, too, for offering a menu that, though it appears to change little, is consistently dependable and occasionally even inspirational. I’m talking about you, Kobe beef burger, though the Broken Arrow antelope version with tomato-bacon jam, new to me, is not to be overlooked. Not at all new, but always tempting, is the white chili with grilled chicken; it may be a tad ’09 for no-bean chili purists just as the basil pesto and grilled chicken pizza might cause old-school sorts to sniff — but it never fails to satisfy, especially on a blustery winter day. Which, this time, seemed to call for investigating another soup, the daily special Gorgonzola and broccoli. “It’s actually very good,” said my waiter, almost apologetically. And indeed it was, providing comforting companionship to a poblano chicken quesadilla. Quesadilla purists (admittedly less numerous and vocal than their chili counterparts) might object to the use of yellow cheese, but the whole flavorful package seemed to work admirably, right down to the chunky guacamole and the potato chips that are so often perfunctory but here are house-made, lustily seasoned and utterly irresistible. Also unfortunately too good is the sticky toffee pudding with warm butterscotch sauce and a scoop of vanilla bean ice cream. Dessert crepes such as the lemon drop, not common currency in San Antonio, are another temptation, especially when paired with the likes of a Café Godiva with, yes, luxury chocolate. As both bistro and bar, Cappyccino’s also does not neglect its more potent liquid offerings; it sports, for example, an extremely impressive list of Scotches, both single-malt and blended. Classic cocktails such as the French 75 and Dark ‘n’ Stormy share space with creative concoctions such as the Gin Crisp with lime, agave nectar and celery juice. Maybe I’ll begin to think Crisp in the spring, when making a new friend (celery juice in this case) might seem as appealing as reconnecting with an old one. www.78209magazine.com | 25
78209 Under the Sapphire Skies San Antonio
VINTAGE VIEW
Golf has always been popular for both San Antonio men and women. This photo was taken at the San Antonio Country Club with Incarnate Word in the distant background
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