Manicure Party

Every Tuesday me and a group a friends get together. We always try to do something different. This week I decided to invite them over to my place for a Manicure Party. This is a fun and inexpensive way to have a get together.  

I asked them to bring their favorite nail polish, that way we have a bigger variety of colors. I made red sangria, bought some appetizers and voila we had a great time.

We had a lot of fun sipping sangria while doing each others nails!

 

Bike Ride to Mission San Jose

I have lived in San Antonio for almost 10 years now and never visited any of the missions, except for The Alamo. 

I like to bike on the Mission Trails which runs along with the San Antonio River on the south side, passing through the Missions. I saw several signs directing to Mission San Jose, so I decided to explore. 

I was wowed by its beauty, who could imagine? This hidden gem, known as the "Queen of the Missions", is the largest of the missions and was built in 1768. The architectural style is Spanish. It has a beautiful church which is currently in service and it is open to public.

The Missions were built to expand Spanish influences in the north of Mexico. They also served to introduce natives into the Spanish society and the catholic church. 

It was a great adventure! If you like to bike and explore new things, I totally recommend this bike ride. Here are some pictures.   

For more information go to, www.visitsanantonio.com
For a map go to, www.sanantonioriver.org
To rent a bike go to, ww.sanantonio.bcycle.com

Mission San Jose

Mission Trail

Pit Stop before the bike ride

Barraca Paella & Tapas Bar

Sangria, tapas, paella, churros, great service, awesome atmosphere... I could continue going on of what I liked about Barraca, but it will be better if you experience it on your own!

This week I wanted to try something new, different and nice. I remembered a friend of mine mentioning going to this place and loving it, so I decided to try it too. 

They have a small menu, which I love and great wine and beer selection. I started with Mango Sangria and it was delicious. 

If you want to try several dishes order tapas (small plates). I recommend the Mejollones, the Empanadas and Queso Frito they are to die for! Also you can not leave without trying the famous Churros. Everything was excellent, I wish I could have kept eating more and try the whole menu. I will definitely go back to try the rest. 

On Saturdays they feature Flamenco Nights from 8-10pm. So if you want to have a great time and treat your palate, I recommend Barraca Paella & Tapas Bar. They also have Happy Hour -Tuesday to Saturday from 4pm -7pm.  

Barraca is located at 1420 S Alamo St Suite 101 in San Antonio (Blue Star Complex). It is locally owned and managed. 

If you want more information visit www.barracatx.com or like their Facebook page to get the latest news and upcoming events. www.facebook.com/Barracatx

Order the Mango Sangria, you won't regret it!

Mejillones
Mussels, clams, tomato-saffron broth

Queso Frito
Fried goat cheese, honey, balsamic, grilled baguette

Empanadas
Fried turnover, pulled chicken, mushrooms, piquillos,
capers, cream sauce

Churros

Ziryab playing Flamenco

Great atmosphere

Second round!

Awesome art by Franchute