David Elder tries fun and innovative cocktails at WILHELM & WERNER and more1 day agoTrying Fun and Innovative Cocktails at Wilhelm & WernerRead full article: Trying Fun and Innovative Cocktails at Wilhelm & Werner
David Elder tries never-ending wagyu and BBQ at the hot-pot spot WAGYU FACTORY and more3 days agoDevouring All-You-Can-Eat Wagyu & BBQ at Wagyu FactoryRead full article: Devouring All-You-Can-Eat Wagyu & BBQ at Wagyu Factory
David Elder tries West African and Tex-Mex fusion at AFROTEX GRILL, sits down with acclaimed San Antonio chef JOHNNY HERNANDEZ for CHOP IT UP, heads to the STATE FAIR OF TEXAS for award-winning cheesecake from DRIZZLE CHEESECAKES, and samples the mouthwatering BBQ of TERRY BLACK’S BARBECUE.Viral Cheesecake on a Stick Won Big at the State Fair of TexasRead full article: Viral Cheesecake on a Stick Won Big at the State Fair of Texas
David Elder tries MURF’S BETTER BURGERS’ double cheeseburger combo, celebrates the pollinators for MIGRATORY MONTH, sits down with a San Antonio culinary icon for the CHOP IT UP PODCAST WITH JOHNNY HERNANDEZ, learns safe frying tips from SAN ANTONIO METRO HEALTH, and heads north for award-winning bites at the STATE FAIR OF TEXAS.Burger Chop Tater Taco and the Flamin’ Crunch Pizza at the State Fair of TexasRead full article: Burger Chop Tater Taco and the Flamin’ Crunch Pizza at the State Fair of Texas
David Elder explores globally inspired cuisine at PHARM TABLE and previews the 11TH ANNUAL MONARCH BUTTERFLY AND POLLINATOR FESTIVAL, puts THE AMAZING BACON WIZARD to the test, turns pumpkin spice lattes from STARBUCKS and DUTCH BROS into frozen drinks for WILL IT SLUSHY? and challenges the Texas Eats NOW team to survive JELLY BELLY BEANBOOZLED.Pumpkin Spice Lattes Become SlushiesRead full article: Pumpkin Spice Lattes Become Slushies
David Elder tries fun and innovative cocktails at WILHELM & WERNER and more1 day agoTrying Fun and Innovative Cocktails at Wilhelm & WernerRead full article: Trying Fun and Innovative Cocktails at Wilhelm & Werner
David Elder tries never-ending wagyu and BBQ at the hot-pot spot WAGYU FACTORY and more3 days agoDevouring All-You-Can-Eat Wagyu & BBQ at Wagyu FactoryRead full article: Devouring All-You-Can-Eat Wagyu & BBQ at Wagyu Factory
David Elder tries West African and Tex-Mex fusion at AFROTEX GRILL, sits down with acclaimed San Antonio chef JOHNNY HERNANDEZ for CHOP IT UP, heads to the STATE FAIR OF TEXAS for award-winning cheesecake from DRIZZLE CHEESECAKES, and samples the mouthwatering BBQ of TERRY BLACK’S BARBECUE.Viral Cheesecake on a Stick Won Big at the State Fair of TexasRead full article: Viral Cheesecake on a Stick Won Big at the State Fair of Texas
David Elder visits the NEW TERRY BLACK’S in New Braunfels, ranks fast food chicken sandwiches for FAST FOOD FRIDAY, and devours some award-winning dishes at the STATE FAIR OF TEXASVisiting the NEW Terry Black’s, Ranking Fast-Food Sandwiches & Devouring Texas State Fair Award WinnersRead full article: Visiting the NEW Terry Black’s, Ranking Fast-Food Sandwiches & Devouring Texas State Fair Award Winners
David Elder tries MURF’S BETTER BURGERS’ double cheeseburger combo, celebrates the pollinators for MIGRATORY MONTH, sits down with a San Antonio culinary icon for the CHOP IT UP PODCAST WITH JOHNNY HERNANDEZ, learns safe frying tips from SAN ANTONIO METRO HEALTH, and heads north for award-winning bites at the STATE FAIR OF TEXAS.Burger Chop Tater Taco and the Flamin’ Crunch Pizza at the State Fair of TexasRead full article: Burger Chop Tater Taco and the Flamin’ Crunch Pizza at the State Fair of Texas
David Elder explores globally inspired cuisine at PHARM TABLE and previews the 11TH ANNUAL MONARCH BUTTERFLY AND POLLINATOR FESTIVAL, puts THE AMAZING BACON WIZARD to the test, turns pumpkin spice lattes from STARBUCKS and DUTCH BROS into frozen drinks for WILL IT SLUSHY? and challenges the Texas Eats NOW team to survive JELLY BELLY BEANBOOZLED.Pumpkin Spice Lattes Become SlushiesRead full article: Pumpkin Spice Lattes Become Slushies
David Elder puts four fast-food chicken sandwiches to the test for FAST FOOD FRIDAY, explores San Antonio history and Hispanic Heritage Month programming at MISSION MARQUEE PLAZA, and gets a taste of Central Texas barbecue at the newly opened TERRY BLACK’S BARBECUE in New Braunfels.Massive New Central Texas BBQ SmokehouseRead full article: Massive New Central Texas BBQ Smokehouse
David Elder hits the road for a Texas-sized food tour featuring sweet treats at Wafflelicious, Caribbean cuisine at Canje, New York-style slices at Home Slice Pizza, modern Mexican flavors La Tequila, Spanish-inspired drinks at Kalimotxo, upscale dining at Catbird, and more.Must Have Breakfast Bites at Wafflelicious plus Vibrant Spanish Dishes and Cocktails at KalimotxoRead full article: Must Have Breakfast Bites at Wafflelicious plus Vibrant Spanish Dishes and Cocktails at Kalimotxo
David Elder learns about the KINETICO SAN ANTONIO free water quality test for hard water in local homes and heads to Bulverde for the SAN ANTONIO FOOD BANK livestock trailer raffle with SAN ANTONIO RVS at the TEJAS RODEOExciting Livestock Trailer Raffle Benefiting the San Antonio Food BankRead full article: Exciting Livestock Trailer Raffle Benefiting the San Antonio Food Bank
David Elder explores Middle Eastern coffee and viral sweets at ALZER’S ROASTERY, reacts to Tokyo’s viral SAMURAI BARTENDER, talks food and law with RAÚL B. RODRIGUEZ at ANCHOR BAR, sits down with Food Network “Pitmasters” winners ESAUL AND GRECIA RAMOS of 2M SMOKEHOUSE, and puts LOU MALNATI’S frozen Chicago-style pizza to the test.Turkish Coffee, Dubai Chocolate and Viral Desserts in San AntonioRead full article: Turkish Coffee, Dubai Chocolate and Viral Desserts in San Antonio
David Elder visits CLEMENTINE to devour their decadent demi-glace burger and moreDecadent mushroom demi-glace smash burger at ClementineRead full article: Decadent mushroom demi-glace smash burger at Clementine
David Elder bites into smashburgers at TRILL BURGERS, creative barbecue at CM SMOKEHOUSE, Tijuana-style birria at TEJAS BIRRIA, border-inspired barbecue at CHOCHE’S BBQ & BAR, Nashville hot chicken at PERFECT TENDER HOT CHICKEN, and Central Texas-style smoked meats at J-BAR-M BARBECUE.Texas-sized 10-inch mozzarella stick at Perfect Tender Hot ChickenRead full article: Texas-sized 10-inch mozzarella stick at Perfect Tender Hot Chicken
David Elder visits BUTCHER BOY TACO HOUSE to devour their barbacoa, menudo, and moreClassic Tex-Mex barbacoa, menudo, and Big Red at Butcher Boy Taco HouseRead full article: Classic Tex-Mex barbacoa, menudo, and Big Red at Butcher Boy Taco House
David Elder explores Central Texas flavors at “SCHULZE’S PIT ROOM,” sweet cinnamon rolls at “CRANKY GRANNY’S SWEET ROLLS,” Italian favorites at “MARE E MONTE,” Southern comfort food at “BOBBIE’S SOUTHERN KITCHEN,” Gulf Coast classics at “SOUTHERLEIGH HAUTE SOUTH,” handmade dumplings at “DUMPLING WORLD,” Mexican-inspired pastries at “LA PANADERÍA BAKERY CAFÉ,” and an interactive Korean BBQ and hot pot experience at “KPOT.”100 choices for Korean BBQ & Hot Pot at KPOTRead full article: 100 choices for Korean BBQ & Hot Pot at KPOT
David Elder visits SLIM CHICKENS to devour their NEW pimento sandwich and more.NEW juicy, crispy chicken menu at Slim Chickens in San AntonioRead full article: NEW juicy, crispy chicken menu at Slim Chickens in San Antonio
David Elder fires up three varieties of chorizo with APCO, discovers handcrafted dumplings and Peking duck at DUCK & DUMPLING, explores wok-fired Asian-American cooking at BEST QUALITY DAUGHTER, and finishes in Austin with the BBQ-Asian fusion cuisine at LOROCooking with Premier San Antonio ChorizoRead full article: Cooking with Premier San Antonio Chorizo
David Elder raises a pint at KARBACH BREWING COMPANY, digs into mesquite-grilled classics at ARMADILLO PALACE, takes on the over-the-top smash burgers at CHUZZ! BURGERS, explores handmade Italian favorites at RAVELLO ITALIAN CUISINE, and much moreSeasonal Bavarian-style lager at Karbach Brewing Company and the wildest burger in San Antonio? Chuzz! Burgers’ Da DipRead full article: Seasonal Bavarian-style lager at Karbach Brewing Company and the wildest burger in San Antonio? Chuzz! Burgers’ Da Dip
David Elder takes on the over-the-top smash burgers at CHUZZ! BURGERS, explores handmade Italian favorites at RAVELLO ITALIAN CUISINE, tastes Hawaiian-inspired comfort food at MAUI’S ON MAIN, and digs into New Orleans-style brunch at NOLA BRUNCH & BEIGNETSThe Wildest Burger in San Antonio? Chuzz! Burgers’ Da DipRead full article: The Wildest Burger in San Antonio? Chuzz! Burgers’ Da Dip
David Elder raises a pint at KARBACH BREWING COMPANY for Bavarian-style craft beer, digs into mesquite-grilled Texas classics at ARMADILLO PALACE, watches the dough fly at FIFE AND FARRO, and finishes in San Marcos at BIRD DOG for buttermilk-brined chicken tendersSeasonal Bavarian-Style Lager at Karbach Brewing CompanyRead full article: Seasonal Bavarian-Style Lager at Karbach Brewing Company
David Elder visits MOREA ITALIAN STEAKHOUSE for upscale Italian steakhouse favorites, explores the legendary setting and Texas comfort food at GRISTMILL RIVER RESTAURANT & BAR, and satisfies his sweet tooth at WAFFLELICIOUS in New BraunfelsMassive Must-Try Onion Rings at Gristmill River Restaurant & BarRead full article: Massive Must-Try Onion Rings at Gristmill River Restaurant & Bar
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David Elder digs into scratch-made soups and sandwiches at PICNIKINS, and talks about the SAN ANTONIO MISSIONS’ Back to School Weekend before checking out two new dining additions at SAN ANTONIO INTERNATIONAL AIRPORTThe best soup in San Antonio & two new food spots at San Antonio International AirportRead full article: The best soup in San Antonio & two new food spots at San Antonio International Airport
David Elder talks the SAN ANTONIO MISSIONS’ Back to School Weekend before checking out two new dining additions at SAN ANTONIO INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT and samples authentic Mexican favorites at LA TEQUILA JALISCO RESTAURANT BAR & GRILLYou Need to See these Two New Food Spots at San Antonio International AirportRead full article: You Need to See these Two New Food Spots at San Antonio International Airport
David Elder digs into scratch-made soups and sandwiches at PICNIKINS, samples bold wok-fired dishes at BEST QUALITY DAUGHTER, and savors prime cuts and surf-and-turf plates at DEAN’S STEAK AND SEAFOODIs This the Best Soup in San Antonio? - PicnikinsRead full article: Is This the Best Soup in San Antonio? - Picnikins
David Elder digs into German-American classics at FORK & SPOON, enjoys Italian hospitality at PIATTI RISTORANTE & BAR, has a brasserie experience at WILHELM & WERNER, and attends ribbon cuttings at SOUTHERLEIGH and BAKERY LORRAINEGerman comfort food, handmade Italian favorites, brasserie dining delicacies, airport eateries, and open fire cookingRead full article: German comfort food, handmade Italian favorites, brasserie dining delicacies, airport eateries, and open fire cooking
David Elder explores seasonal New American dishes at SUPPER inside Hotel Emma before discovering Latin-Asian poolside flavors at ANAQUA GARDEN BAR and classic South Texas-inspired cuisine at CORINNEUnexpected Latin-Asian Poolside Food at ANAQUA GARDEN BARRead full article: Unexpected Latin-Asian Poolside Food at ANAQUA GARDEN BAR
David Elder explores the brand-new RICKHOUSE for elevated Texas comfort food and craft cocktails at the Spoetzl Brewery, heads to TEXAS BISTRO for seven years of locally inspired New Braunfels cuisine, and discusses the progression of FORD at THE HAYDEN in San AntonioNew Restaurant at the Shiner Brewery - RickhouseRead full article: New Restaurant at the Shiner Brewery - Rickhouse
David Elder digs into hearty German-American classics at FORK & SPOON before enjoying fresh pasta, wood-fired pizza, and Italian hospitality at PIATTI RISTORANTE & BARTexas Eats NOW: German Comfort Food in New Braunfels and Handmade Italian Favorites in San AntonioRead full article: Texas Eats NOW: German Comfort Food in New Braunfels and Handmade Italian Favorites in San Antonio
David Elder explores the newly renovated WILHELM & WERNER at the historic Faust Hotel for a Texas brasserie experience, celebrates ribbon cuttings at SOUTHERLEIGH and BAKERY LORRAINE as both open new locations inside the San Antonio International Airport, and heads to Houston’s CREDENCE for open fire cooking from a two-time James Beard Award nomineeTexas Eats NOW: Brasserie Dining Delicacies, Two San Antonio Airport Openings, and Open Fire CookingRead full article: Texas Eats NOW: Brasserie Dining Delicacies, Two San Antonio Airport Openings, and Open Fire Cooking
David Elder digs into scratch-made French toast at BOX ST. ALL DAY, fires up prime brisket and ribs at SOUTH BARBECUE, stops by HONEY’S CHICKEN JOINT for bone-in chicken and buttery biscuits, and visits KING WILLIAM WINE COMPANY for French cuisine and an exceptional wine selectionTexas Eats NOW: All-day brunch bites, award-winning Texas BBQ, deep South fried chicken, and French-inspired fine diningRead full article: Texas Eats NOW: All-day brunch bites, award-winning Texas BBQ, deep South fried chicken, and French-inspired fine dining