Category Archives: Food & Wine

It’s Grillin’ Time…Is your Grill Ready?

Here are some easy cleanup tips—plus a few more ideas for safe grilling this summer: l. Take 15 minutes. To clean grates on a gas grill, first preheat the grill by turning the burn- ers to high. After 15 minutes, … Continue reading

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Gone Fishing!

Summertime and Catfish Fry…what could be better than that!  There is nothing better than catching your own fresh catfish. Not only is it great tasting; it is a great family outing for all ages. Don’t know where to go? Don’t … Continue reading

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FIESTA Time in San Antonio!

It’s FIESTA TIME in San Antonio and everyone is ready to party for 11 fun filled days! There will be river, day, and night parades, 5K & 10K runs, carnivals, art, music, dancing, exhibits, and FOOD…lots and lots of FOOD!!! … Continue reading

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Mardi Gras River Parade and Festival

New Orleans isn’t the only Mardi Gras celebration around. Put on your beads, feather boa, and any other Mardi Gras fashion finery you may have and come on down to the San Antonio River to enjoy a Mardi Gras River Parade and … Continue reading

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Baby It’s Cold Outside…

  …So it’s time for comfort foods. And, of course, comfort wines. Comfort foods are rich and hearty. They put a tear in your eye as you remember Mom’s cooking. They cause you to ignore daunting levels of fat, calories … Continue reading

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Cold Weather + Soup = Heaven

It seems every month is a ____ month, i.e. Ice Cream, Cheese, Chocolate and January is no different. SOUP is the dish of the month for January. Makes perfect sense to me to help take the chill off those cold … Continue reading

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Texas BBQ & Chili at the DAM

I know it is “HOT” in Texas and the San Antonio area is no exception; however we “love” our barbecue and chili any time of the year. If your in the area or looking for something to do this weekend, … Continue reading

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San Antonio’s Melting Pot Festival

Even though San Antonio has a Hispanic influence, there are many ethnic groups which have contributed to its rich heritage and culture. Experience the delicious cuisine, traditional dances, fine-crafted keepsakes, storytelling and music of more than 40 ethnic groups at … Continue reading

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Grillin’ & Tacos

If you haven’t already fired up the grill, now is the time to do so. If you are looking for something quick, easy and delicious try these Grilled Fish Tacos…YUM! GRILLED FISH TACOS Ingredients   1/4 cup fresh lime juice, … Continue reading

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Food for the Leprechaun’s

    If your looking for something different to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day on Saturday, March 17th; put this “yummy” dish on your list. Guinness Ice Cream with Chocolate-Covered Pretzels INGREDIENTS 2 cups Guinness (16 ounces) 2 cups heavy cream … Continue reading

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