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Tucker’s: Under New Ownership- But Still Old School

Tucker’s: Under New Ownership- But Still Old School

Earlier this summer it was announced that Tucker’s Kozy Korner would go through a change of hands, and was going to be taken on as a new project by Jeret Pena from The Boulvadier Group. The change in ownership came with a brief hiatus while the “Kozy” joint on the corner of Cherry and Houston went through a facelift. Pena didn’t change much about the bar. It’s still a neighborhood joint where people of all ages and backgrounds could come together for a…

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Sweets and Spirits: the Perfect Combo!

Sweets and Spirits: the Perfect Combo!

Imagine coming home after a long day of work and sipping on a sweet and refreshing cocktail, unwinding, and leaving work behind you. What could be better? Well how about pairing the cocktail with a delicious artisan crafted chocolate truffle from your favorite chocolate shop. Now that sounds like the perfect way to unwind.

Toro Sports Tapas and Drink at Happy Hour

Toro Sports Tapas and Drink at Happy Hour

Looking for a Happy Hour on the Northside? Check out Toro!

The Event of the year: The San Antonio Cocktail Conference

The Event of the year: The San Antonio Cocktail Conference

The San Antonio Cocktail Conference, an event which has occurred every year for the past five years, is continuing its expansion as the most premier conferences of its kind. The conference started in 2012 as a weekend affair, a way for the Houston Street Charities to raise money for non-profit organizations in the San Antonio area. At first conception it was a decently sized event. Two days’ of seminars and networking for bartenders and industry professionals was capped off with…

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Bartenders revving up for Rivertini!

Bartenders revving up for Rivertini!

The San Antonio River Foundation has hosted the Rivertini event for the past eight years, and the ninth one is on March 23rd, just under a week away. In preparation for the event, I decided to interview the competitors, shedding light on the mixologists and their creative processes. I challenged myself to interview 20 bartenders in the span of two weeks, to learn more about the people behind the cocktails, how they got their start in the business, their favorite drinks…

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