Favorite thrift stores are divulged over cocktails or after trust has been built, because who wants to give away all of their best finds? Lucky for you, today I’m being generous with the information I’ve gathered after years of living in Fort Worth and thrifting. These are my favorite thrifting spots: the 7 best thrift … Read more
While I loathe the process of moving as much as the next person, I love exploring in a new place without the hassle of packing up and driving a long way. There’s nothing quite like the adventure of being a tourist in your new home town. In East Texas, we’ve found so much variety hidden … Read more
Antique stores have been a passion of mine for over a decade, and I pride myself on being somewhat of a connoisseur, especially in Waco, TX. One of my favorite pastimes on a sunny Saturday morning is to walk into an antique shop with the promise of always finding something new, discovering a blast from … Read more
There’s nothing I love more than the bargains you find at flea markets. They might not be the most glamorous thing, but as a kid, I loved spending my allowance at flea markets, roadside stands, and trade days. Fast forward to today, and I still source clothes, household goods, decor, and even furniture at flea … Read more
Calling all sugar lovers! Whether you’re trying to sate your intense craving for chocolate or you’re curious about San Antonio’s proliferation of Mexican candy, you’re in the right place. In my humble opinion, San Antonio has some of the best candy stores in all of Texas. Of course, some spots are better than others… If … Read more
Over the past few years, I’ve become something of a health nut. Don’t get me wrong, I appreciate junk food now and then, but I increasingly find myself grocery shopping at the various health food stores around San Antonio. I’m an athlete, and I typically eat a plant-based diet, so frequent trips to Central Market, … Read more
Confession: I’m a book nerd. For me, there’s nothing better than stumbling upon a great new book. Well, except for stumbling upon that book at one of San Antonio’s many fantastic bookstores! So the next time you’re in the market for a read, skip the Amazons of the world and shop at any of these … Read more
There’s nothing quite like a local music shop. While you can certainly get a wide variety at the big chain stores, any musician will tell you there’s something special about the neighborhood shop. The next time you’re looking for a guitar or guitar accessories, do our local economy a favor, and don’t sleep on these … Read more
Ready to shop ’til you drop? The Alamo City might not have a huge array of shopping malls, but there’s definitely something for everybody. Get your Auntie Anne’s pretzel fix and pick up a pair of chanclas at Shoe Carnival—whatever floats your boat. Whether you’re a transplant or just visiting for the weekend, check out … Read more
Whether you’re a dog person, cat person, parrot person, or anything in between, you know there’s something special about the bond between a human and their pet. You’ll need to swing by the pet store either for supplies or to pick up your best friend, of course. I’m a crazy cat lady and a former … Read more