A Cookbook for Christmas

Cookbooks are a perfect Christmas gift. Foods and Flavors of San Antonio makes a wonderful gift for the Tex-Mex cook on your list.

I'm offering autographed copies for $15.00 plus $4.95 shipping. U.S. sales only. Let me know the inscription you'd like in the cookbook. Payments are processed securely through PayPal and we ship Priority mail.

The cookbook is also available on Amazon for $19.95.

Top Chef San Antonio?

There are rumors flying around that Top Chef, Season 9, will be filming in San Antonio. Tom, Gail, and Padma were sighted Wednesday night at The Esquire Tavern by SymiGoddess.

Burger Fest

My favorite food in the whole world is hamburgers, and my favorite hamburger (which I had for dinner last nite) is EZ's black bean burger with guacamole.

So when I discovered that Fatty's Burgers is hosting the 2nd annual All-American Burger Festival on July 16th, I was so happy that I just had to blog about it. Activities include live music, art, kid's activities, a burger cook-off with competing restaurants, and one with Mayor Julian Castro, as well as a burger eating contest. This event is an all-day street party and is free and open to the public.

Culinaria Events

Culinaria will be hosting a variety of events this week, May 11th through the 15th. Check them out for all the events and info. I'll be at the Burgers, BBQ, and Beer event on Sunday, May 15th, noon to 6 pm at the Pearl Brewery.

Cinco de Mayo Celebration

Just because Cinco de Mayo was yesterday doesn't mean the party is over... it's just beginning. Come and celebrate Cinco de Mayo at Market Square this weekend with music, Mexican dancers, arts and crafts vendors, street food, and of course -- margaritas!! The festivities are from 10 am to 10 pm, Saturday and Sunday. I'll be there selling my cookbook, Foods and Flavors of San Antonio. Be sure to stop by my booth and say hi.

Taco Tour Kick-Off

I was invited to a media lunch today at La Gloria to kick off the Asando Sabroso tour sponsored by McCormick Spices. We were treated to two delicious tacos... a Carne Asado Taco seasoned with Grill Mates Montreal Steak Seasoning and a Chipotle Chicken Taco with Cumin and Garlic. To go along with that, I had hibiscus tea to drink (very refreshing) and tres leche cake was served for dessert.

Then I discovered the grilling tent that was serving up Ancho Adobo Tacos de Bistec with Grilled Corn and Tomatillo Salsa. These are the best tacos I've ever eaten!!

During the tour, the Carne Asada taco and the Chipotle Chicken taco will be served for a $1.00 donation that will be matched by McCormick for CIA scholarships for Latino chefs. The tour features a "tripped out" taco truck tour, making 26 stops in six Southwest cities. The tour begins in San Antonio on Thursday, May 5th at the HEB on 6818 Zarzamora Street from 4 to 7 pm, then travels to Dallas, Houston, Austin, Los Angeles, and Phoenix.

McCormick graciously gave me two gift baskets... one for me and one to give away. For a chance to win, leave a comment saying what your favorite taco is and what spices you use to season it. Contest closes on May 12th at midnight. Only open to U.S. addresses.

For extra chances to win, blog about the giveaway (with a picture of the gift baskets) and link back to this post. Follow my blog. Like my Facebook page. Create an original taco recipe using McCormick spices and blog about it (include a link to your post in a comment).

Fiesta

Fiesta is only two weeks away!!

I blogged about the major Fiesta events in April last year. Click the
link for the archive to find details about the events and the sponsor's website where you can find more information.

Culinaria

Mark your calendars. Culinaria (formerly New World Wine and Food Festival) is getting ready for their upcoming events Wednesday, May 11th through Sunday, May 15th. They'll be hosting a variety of events including Sip, Savor & Shop; Burgers, BBQ, Beer & Texas Spirits; Winemaker Dinners; The Grand Tasting; The Best of Mexico; and Wine & Food Seminars. Visit their website for more info and become a fan of their Facebook page.

Totally Texas (previously held in May) will be on Sunday, October 30th at the Rio Cibolo Ranch. I'll
be there, signing copies of my Foods and Flavors
of San Antonio cookbook.

More details on all the events later...

Foods and Flavors

Since this blog is all about the foods and flavors of San Antonio and I created it to promote my cookbook, Foods and Flavors
of San Antonio, I also wanted to offer autographed copies of my cookbook online. The cookbook is $14.95 plus $4.95 shipping.

Also available on Amazon for $19.95.