Choose from books about Fashion, Coco Chanel, books about great women and novels about women we wish we could be.

Choose a card from Betsey’s handmade cards. Each card is unique and special and no two are exactly alike, just like moms!

These beautiful bright embroidered bags are 100% lamb’s wool.

Beaded necklaces from Vida Dulce by Kristen – each piece is one of a kind and hand made by mayan women earning a fair wage.

These adorable aprons can be worn 5 different ways and come with matching oven mitts, pot holders and hair ties.

Show your Mother some love this Mother’s Day with help from Pearl.

Shop at our distinct retailers including Adelante, Melissa Guerra and The Twig for unique wares you won’t find anywhere else in San Antonio.

Need a place to bring Mom on Sunday? Visit one of our amazing restaurants for brunch, lunch or dinner. Stop by Il Sogno for a quiet rustic Italian meal, the Sandbar if Mom is a seafood and wine lover, or La Gloria for some margaritas and Mexican food.

The whole family can enjoy the park at Pearl, rent bikes and cruise along the beautiful Museum Reach of the Riverwalk, or stop by the CIA Bakery Café for an afternoon coffee or dessert.

Don’t miss the Hot Hoopers and their fearless pregnant leader hooping it up in front of Melissa Guerra this Saturday from 10:30 – 12:30 pm in honor of Mother’s Day. Local DJ Steven Lee Moya will be providing tunes for the hoopers and the crowd!

These products are Natural not Neutral! (With every purchase proceeds go to Girls, Inc.) So you look good as you do good.

Now there is no excuse not to water, these adorable creature watering cans make it a joy to do yard work!

Beautiful beaded butterfly pillows or raw silk pillows with unique and intricate beading.

There pieces are all made from vintage pieces that are repurposed into one of a kind jewelry.

Brief History of the Stable and Pearl

Need a break from the Fiesta madness? Visit Il Sogno or Sandbar for an elegant meal, grab a gourmet sandwich and salad from the CIA Bakery Café and have a picnic at our park, or visit La Gloria and sit on the patio with a sangria or margarita.

Visit the Twig for family friendly book readings and author signings or visit our Farmers Market every Saturday from 9am - 1pm and pick up fresh produce and specialty items from local farmers.

Too much Fiesta fun? Recharge your batteries at Pearl with help from Synergy Studio,
Bike World and Run Wild Sports.

Visit Synergy Studio and enjoy a range of yoga, nia, and dance classes that will refresh your body and mind for another day of Fiesta parties and parades.

Stop by Bike World and park and ride. Rent a bike and enjoy a quiet ride along the museum reach on the Riverwalk while enjoying the beautiful spring flowers in full bloom on your way to the Fiesta fun.

Or, visit Run Wild Sports and pick up some new running shoes or accessories and run off the Fiesta fun you had the night before.

 

Need some Fiesta party nosh inspiration? Stop by Melissa Guerra Saturdays from 9:00am -1:00pm and get your taste buds stirring with Spanish tastings. Vinegar, olives, crackers and Spanish chorizo are just examples of the delicious bites available.

Shop Melissa Guerra for festive glasses, plates and kitchen accessories all in bright Fiesta colors. Pick up some Papel Picado Banners and throw a Fiesta pre-party, after party or both. You won’t be able to resist showing off your unique new Fiesta wares to guests. While you’re there, pick up a Nativa bag that is perfect for Fiesta and is sure to get you noticed at every party.

Gorky Gonzalez Fiesta Plates - $30.00 – $45.00

 

Papel Picado Banners (assortment of colors) - $8.00 - $11.00

Nativa Bags - $50.00 - $70.00

What is a Fiesta party without cocktails…..a Fiesta flop! Visit the Twig Bookshop and pick up Hola Tequila for 90 creative cocktail and shooter recipes that will make your party a Fiesta hit.

Hola Tequila - Tequila Recipes - $15.95

Need some help with your Fiesta wardrobe? Stop by Adelante from 10am - 12pm for "Retail Therapy Thursday's with Marla." Bring in what isn't working in your wardrobe and Marla will fine tune your look to highlight your most confident and happy self just in time for the Fiesta fun!

Get ready for San Antonio’s biggest party with help from the Aveda Institute of San Antonio. Services include haircuts, manicures and pedicures, and facials, all at a price that will leave you with extra money for your Fiesta fun. 

Shop at Adelante for clothes and jewelry that are perfect for Fiesta and oh-so San Antonio. 

Shop for your Fiesta 2012 look from a mix of dresses, tops, jewelry and accessories you won’t find at any department store or mall including dresses from J.W. Los Angeles and tops from Baba.

Baba Top (necklace included) - $86.00 | Lucy Love Skirt - $40.00 | Scala Hat - $34.00

J.W. Los Angeles Dress - $177.00 | Alexis Fashions Purse – $18.00 | Adelante Boutique Necklace - $42.00 

Your inquiry has been received and you will be contacted shortly.

Saturday Evening: $4,000.00
12 hour time block from load in to load out.  No discounts available, even for nonprofit events.

*Ceremonies will incur an additional $300 fee to secure the venue for a three hour rehearsal block.  The Park is no longer available to rent for ceremony use.

Weekday Evening: $3,500.00
Sunday – Friday, 6 PM – 12 AM

Full Day Use: $2,000.00
Sunday – Friday, 8 AM – 5 PM

Breakfast: $1,000.00
Daily 7 AM – 9 AM

Luncheon: $1,000.00
Daily 11:30 AM – 1:30 PM.  Not available on Saturdays.

Additional load in or event time
$100.00 per hour

 

The Rental Fee includes the use of the interior space, tables and chairs, and the presence of one Pearl trained Event Staffer.  Additional set up time may be purchased for $100/hour, if venue available.  The same fee of $100/hour will be assessed for events which run over the contracted end time.  Ceremonies will incur a $300 fee to secure the venue for a three hour rehearsal block.  Rental Fee also includes no more than two final one hour walk-throughs to take place no earlier than one month prior to the event. Unless otherwise expressly stated, the Rental Fee does not include and Pearl is not responsible for any other services or rentals associated with the event, such as catering, linens, clean-up after the event, entertainment, audio visual needs, transportation, florists, and decorations. *Events are subject to cancellation if payment is not received in full at least 30 days prior to the event.  No orders for staffing will be placed less than a week from the event date, and the client forfeits use. 
 

Pearl Stable Specs

Event Overview Form

Table and Chair Inventory in the Venues

Audio/Visual/Lighting Provider and Pricelist

AV Questionnaire

Muzak Program Guide

The Pearl Brewery was awarded the San Antonio Water System’s inaugural “Purple Pipe Award” as a recognition for the innovative work done in 2011 of converting the irrigation system to Recycled Water (RCW).

Special thanks go out to The Silver Ventures development team, Rialto Studios, ISS/Grounds Control, and our partners at the City of San Antonio and SAWS.  

Artisan items all made in cooperatives from San Antonio all the way to Ecuador and Colombia

Keychain animals, mini stuffed bears, Woker - word Poker game, finger puppets

Holly Jolly Flashing keychains, Love & Toast handcream

Nutritional items and stickers

Nutritional items and mini tool sets

Lip Shines, Customizable travel sized gift sets

A pizza stone made from natural soapstone that is perfect for baking flatbreads, pizzas, quesadillas, and more

Happiness Kit full of bath and body treats 

Love Playing Hands and Playing Footsies Package

Create delicious meals and decadent cookies with your sweetie with cookbooks from the Twig

Charming Aprons in retro patterns like polka dots and cherries 

Lovely hand-embroidered blouses from Mexico in an array of beautiful colors

Wabags Purse made from vintage Chinese wedding fabric

Love It's How We Roll Package

Make her swoon this Valentine’s Day with a book of love poems

Environmentally friendly hats made right here in Texas to withstand the Texas sun

Authentic men’s guayaberas hand made in Mexico

Love Showering With a Friend Package

Give him a book he will actually read this Valentine’s Day with a wide selection of sports, history and non-fiction books

Cowgirl Rider slippers, Happiness Kit from Love & Toast, Julio Designs leather bracelet with pearls or turquoise beads 

Mizuno Thermo socks and gloves

2 pairs of SockGuy socks, Bike light

Grounding Soy Wax Candle

Elegant granite wine opener that is sure to be a centerpiece in your kitchen

Leather Handbags with an authentic vintage feel from Chilean designer Ricardo Zuniga

Color blocked silk blouse in Valentine's Day hues

Love a Nice Long Soak Package

An eclectic and interesting mix of journals in an assortment of colors and patterns makes a great gift

It is never too early to get sweets for you sweet!

The CIA offers a wide selection of desserts including a flourless mousse chocolate cake glazed in shiny dark chocolate, a passion fruit cake with passion fruit mouse and chocolate sablee and a Selina cake surrounded by mascarpone and cream cheese mouse.

Spicy artisanal chocolate from Mexico in assorted flavors including chile, cinnamon and coffee

A Mexican bingo set that is a fun way to pass the time with your sweetheart

Beautifully wrapped triple milled soap so you are always bathed in love

Fringe Studio magnets for pictures of those you love

Love Head to Toe Package

 

A gift of a bag made from recycled plastic bottles is a way to show your sweetheart and the environment your love

Spring has Sprung at Pearl - and just in time for Fiesta!

Follow Pearl's Guide for tips on Fiesta-worthy fashion, Fiesta fête must-haves, and ways to un-wind once the party is over.

Check out Pearl on Facebook and Twitter to make sure you tune in to all of the Fiesta Fun at Pearl including chances to win one-of-a-kind Pearl Fiesta gear.                                     
                                                      
Visit our retail stores in April for a chance to win Pearl Fiesta pins, or stop by during Fiesta to see our Fiesta murals created by local artists throughout the property.

                                                              

Pearl is a 22-acre urban neighborhood two miles from the center of downtown and adjacent to the northern Riverwalk. With 188,000+ square feet currently available or under-development and 312 residential units available in mid 2012, Pearl is a vital part of the transformation of the Broadway corridor and the Riverwalk extension.

A dynamic mix of historic buildings from the turn of the century, new modern structures, parks, paseos, and 600+ new trees, Pearl is that rare mix of meaningful, evident history and something indelibly and inspiringly new.

Home to the third campus of the Culinary Institute of America, award winning restaurants and an independent and unique mix of retail, services and educational organizations Pearl is quickly becoming a destination unto itself.

	Live: With 19 units currently available and another 293 units on the way in 2012, Pearl is quickly becoming the place to call home in San Antonio.
	Work: Already home to some of the most innovative organizations in San Antonio, Pearl will release another 42,000 square feet of Class A office space in 2012.
	Restaurant & Retail: Set your store or restaurant apart by locating at Pearl. You will be in great company in the independent and unique retail community already established. Look for another 36,000 square feet of retail in 2012.

 

Pearl is proud to partner with local catering companies in San Antonio that promote culinary excellence and superior customer service.  Every company on the list meets the Pearl standards for
quality, service, and appropriate food, beverage, and Texas Alcoholic Beverage Commission (TABC) licensing.  Clients must work with a caterer from the approved list below.

Absolutely Delicious Catering
Veronica Esparza
10223 Saharah
San Antonio, TX 78216
P: 210.342.2321
F: 210.340.3135
veronica@absolutelydelicious.com

Anne Marie's Catering
Holly Buske
12475 Starcrest
San Antonio, TX 78216
P: 210.545.2249
F: 210.691.1737

annemariescatering@sbcglobal.net 

Black Tie Affairs Catering
Roger Ojeda
1515 Rogers Ave.
San Antonio, TX 78208
P: 210.226.9881
F: 210.226.9883
sales@btacatering.com
rogerojeda@aol.com

Central Market
Rachel Clark
4821 Broadway
San Antonio, TX 78209
P: 210.368.8686
F: 210.368.8601
s1916z@heb.com

Don Strange of Texas, Inc.
Di-Anna Arias
1551 Bandera Road
San Antonio, TX 78228
P: 210.434.2331
F: 210.434.5300
info@donstrange.com

El Jarro de Arturo
Sandy Cerna
13421 San Pedro
San Antonio, TX 78216
P: 210.494.5084
F: 210.496.6885
eljarro@satx.rr.com

Fresh Horizons Creative Catering
Caryn Hasslocher
2020 Broadway
San Antonio, TX 78215
P: 210.226.5919
F: 210.226.1800
info@freshhorizons.com
caryn@freshhorizons.com

Heavenly Gourmet, LLC
Loretta Ortiz
3131 Nacogdoches Rd
San Antonio, TX 78217
P: 210.496.9090
heavenly.gourmet@sbcglobal.net

Leave It To Us Catering
2455 Celebration Dr.
San Antonio, TX 78261
P: 830.980.4445 or 210.408.0585
F: 830.980.4553
Denise@gvtc.com
 

Paesanos Restaurant Group
Mike DeLuna & Tony Baker
403 E. Commerce Street, Ste.230
San Antonio, TX 78205
P: 210.226.8490
F: 210.223.1358
miked@joesfood.com
tbaker@joesfood.com

Page Barteau Catering  *recycling program
Mike Barteau
2332 N. St. Mary’s Street
San Antonio, TX 78212
P: 210.821.5371
F: 210.733.9901
britany@pagebarteaucatering.com
mike@pagebarteaucatering.com

Paloma Blanca Mexican Cuisine
Nelly Mendoza or Cristina Arbona
5800 Broadway
San Antonio, TX
P: 210.822.6151
F: 210.822.4483
nelly@palomablanca.net
cristina@palomablanca.net

Spice of Life Catering
Michael Bomberg
11319 West Avenue
San Antonio, TX 78213
P: 210.366.1220
F: 210.366.1339
sales@spiceoflifesa.com

The RK Group
Pricilla Kent
(Catering By Rosemary, Inc.)
1220 East Commerce
San Antonio, TX 78205
P: 210.223.2680
F: 210.223.9950
pkent@therkgroup.com

True Flavors
Denise Hernandez
1715 N Trinity
San Antonio, TX 78201
P: 210.226-3670
dhernandez@trueflavors.com

A 10% Catering Service Fee on food & beverage only (not the service, tax, or gratuity), which is additional to and not included in the Rental Fee, will be added to the caterer’s portion of the bill.  Please ask a member of the Pearl venue team if you have any questions.

Process Overview for Approved Caterer Selection

Interested applicants may submit their information to the Pearl Venue Coordinator any time throughout the year.  Copies of food and beverage licensing, insurance, copies of menus, recommendation letters, and other venues in which the company is accepted to cater should be included.  Applicants and the current caterer list are reviewd in August of each year.  Any revisions to the caterer list will be announced annually at the end of October, and the updated list is effective January 1st of following year.  At Pearl’s discretion, caterers on the wait list may be reviewed sooner based on status of current approved caterers.  The Pearl Approved Catering List is set with a max of 15 caterers annually.

In addition to necessary liability paperwork, the following will also be considered:

• Focus on culinary excellence
• Respect for a Client’s beliefs in foods
• Professional memberships
• Willingness to partner with Pearl in future sustainability efforts
• Size of staffing team; i.e. must be able to cater for a group of at least 500
• Ability to outfit staff in appropriate uniforms

What is included in the venue rental fee?

The venue during designated hours of the rental agreement,  a houseman to set-up tables according to your specifications, uncovered 60” round tables, chairs, 24 x 24 dance floor in the Stable if requested, free guest parking in designated areas (either the Koehler Garage or the Stable lot), and a trained Event Staffer who will be on site for your event from load in to load out.

What is not included in the venue rental fee?

Catering; ten percent catering service fee on food and beverage only; Security - $27.00 per hour per guard or $50.00 for an off duty SAPD officer, four-hour minimum, one required for every 100 guests in attendance for evening events and those serving alcohol; porters for restrooms if necessary, additional load in hours if necessary and when available (optional- $100/hour), décor; chocolate brown linens for $11 each; custom audio visual (must go through AV Technical Support, 210-865-5882, Joe Medina, JM@avtsgroup.com, www.avtechnicalsupport.com, AVTS Pricelist at Pearl.)

What is the capacity in each venue?

In the Stable - 400 seated with dance floor (ten guests max at each 60” round table) if the Ballroom AND upstairs mezzanine level are utilized.  If only the Ballroom floor is utilized – 350 seated.   No dance floor – 450 seated.  Standing – 500.  In the Studio –150 seated; 200 standing. Breezeway - 500 standing; 200 seated.

How much is the deposit and is it refundable?

The deposit is half of the rental fee.  It is non-refundable and non-transferrable; no exceptions.

May I choose my own caterer?

You may select from our list of approved caterers.  Every company on the list meets the Pearl standards for quality, service, appropriate food, beverage and the Texas Alcoholic Beverage Commission (TABC) licensing.  Pearl Approved Catering List

Who may provide alcohol?

An approved TABC licensed alcohol server provided by your caterer.  The caterer must procure and serve alcohol at your event, no exceptions. Donated alcohol will not be allowed at private events. 

Do I need an appointment for a site visit, and how do I know which dates are available?

Please call 210-236-4203 to reach the Venue Coordinator directly or email info@eventsatpearl.com to request a personal site visit and to check availability of your desired event date.  Stable Open House Sundays occur weekly from 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM; no appointment necessary.  Studio may be viewed at this time upon request; please check in at the Stable open house.  Event Staffer at the Open House will not be able to accommodate booking or contracting requests; must be done through the Pearl Venue Coordinator Monday through Friday, 8AM - 5PM.  Once you have booked the venue, an appointment will still be necessary for all future walkthroughs to ensure the venue and our team is available to serve you.

Can I see the Pearl venues on the weekends?

Yes; Saturdays at 10:00 AM and Noon during the Pearl Farmers Market (unless the Stable has been previously booked for a private event), Pearl historical tours are free and open to  the public.  Meet at the Farmers Market info booth for the 45 minute property tour.  The Stable is also open every Sunday from 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm for an Open House; come and go.  Site visits tailored to your individual event will require an appointment; please call 210-236-4203 to reach the Venue Coordinator directly.

Will a staff member be on-site for my event?

Yes.  Trained Staff and Security Personnel will be on-site the entire event.

Are nonprofit rates available?

Yes, non-transferrable discounts are offered ONLY to charitable organizations that provide proof of 501(c)3 tax exempt status. Discount will apply to use fee only, not to the security guards or additional load in hours (if applicable).  Proof of exempt status must be received prior to the contract being made.  Please call 210-236-4203 for further information.

Are the Grounds available to rent?

No; the Park at Pearl will be used only for events that are produced or sponsored by Pearl.  Contact marketing@pearlbrewery.com for further information.

 

We look forward to working with you to ensure your experience at Pearl is a special one from start to finish!

CLICK HERE TO DOWNLOAD COMPLETE RENTAL PACKET

Pearl is a destination and our Venue Team is fully engaged in helping you to create an extraordinary experience that your event guests will never forget.  We are ready to book any social, corporate, convention or nonprofit event to accommodate everyone from private audiences to the general public.  Our venues and our team are committed to flexibility, creativity and sustainability.  We are also dedicated to a marriage of technology and tradition that captures San Antonio’s rich history, culinary excellence, and unique culture. 

Free inspiration for events awaits you in the Planner Toolbox, a collection of best-practices on a variety of topics. Whether you're looking for tips on how to save money, plan greener events or use the latest technology to drive attendance, click on the toolbox  to get started.

 

Saturday Evening: $4,000.00
12 hour time block from load in to load out.  No discounts available, even for nonprofit events. 

*Ceremonies will incur an additional $300 fee to secure the venue for a three hour rehearsal block

Weekday Evening: $3,500.00
Sunday – Friday, 6 PM – 12 AM

Full Day Use: $2,000.00
Sunday – Friday, 8 AM – 5 PM

Breakfast: $1,000.00
Daily 7 AM – 9 AM

Luncheon: $1,000.00
Daily 11:30 AM – 1:30 PM.  Not available in the Stable on Saturdays (unless evening rate is applied).

 

Saturday Evening: $2,000.00
6 PM – 12 AM, no discounts available, even for nonprofit events.

Weekday Evenings: $1,750.00
Sunday – Friday, 6 PM – 12 AM

Two Hour Weekday Evening Mixer: $800 for Studio OR Breezeway; $1,000 for both
Sunday – Friday, after 5:30 PM

Full Day Use: $1,000.00
Sunday – Friday, 8 AM – 5 PM

Breakfast: $500.00
Daily 7 AM – 9 AM

Luncheon: $500.00
Daily 11:30 AM – 1:30 PM

Full Goods Breezeway
$500.00 in conjunction with Studio use; $1,000.00 as a standalone rental.  Available evenings only.

The Rental Fee includes the use of the interior space, tables and chairs, and the presence of one Pearl trained Event Staffer.  Additional set up time may be purchased for $100/hour, if venue available.  The same $100/hour fee will apply for events which go over the contracted end time.  Ceremonies will incur a $300 fee to secure the venue for a three hour rehearsal block.  Rental Fee also includes no more than two final one hour walk-throughs to take place no earlier than one month prior to the event. Unless otherwise expressly stated in, the Rental Fee does not include and Pearl is not responsible for any other services or rentals associated with the event, such as catering, linens, clean-up after the event, entertainment, audio visual needs, transportation, florists, and decorations. *Events are subject to cancellation if payment is not received in full at least 30 days prior to the event.  No orders for staffing will be placed less than a week from the event date, and the client forfeits use.
 

10% catering service fee applied to client’s total catering bill. Must select from the Pearl Approved Catering List.

20% discounts available on all venue rentals to 501(c)(3) organizations with a charitable purpose. Proof of tax exempt status required at the time of booking.  Offer is non-transferable (i.e., a non-profit may not contract a venue at Pearl for an event which does not directly benefit that non-profit).  No discounts available for Saturday rentals; nonprofits will need to pay the full rental rate to secure the venue on that day.

Our staff are experts in their field, offering the best service for your special event or occasion.

Event Booking & Sales

Hayley Caldwell
Venue Coordinator
210.236.4203

Venue Services

James Pope
210.236.4215

Pearl Controller

Mesha Millsap
210.236.4211

 

*All venue and event staffing is provided exclusively for Pearl by The CE Group, Inc. 

Cancellations

Non-refundable deposit (half of the use fee) due upon signature of contract.  Remaining balance due 60 days prior to event.  Cancellations will forfeit the deposit, no exceptions.  Notice of cancellation must be received in writing.  Booked dates are non-transferrable; i.e. changing the event date is regarded as a cancellation.

Security

One security guard is required for every 100 guests. Security is required to be in place 30 minutes before guests arrive and 30 minutes after the ending time of the event to assist with the departure of guests. The rate for each security guard is $27.00 per hour.  Non profit discounts do not apply to Security fee.

Alcoholic Beverages

A Texas Alcoholic Beverage Commission (TABC) licensed bartender provided by your caterer must be used for the service of all alcoholic beverages. Client will not be allowed to bring in their own alcohol.  Donated alcohol is not permitted.

Set Up Availability

User shall be allowed access to the Stable beginning four hours prior to the scheduled beginning time of the event and three hours in the Studio. If more time is needed, Client may purchase additional event time for $100/hour.  The same fee will apply to events which run over the contracted end time.

Decorations

This is a historic property; all proposed signs, special equipment etc. must be submitted in writing two weeks prior to date of the event to the venue manager for approval.  The day-of event staffer will pull these items if approval has not been received.

Parking

Complimentary parking spaces are available in designated areas only; specifically in the Stable lot and the Koehler Parking Garage. Facility is not responsible for theft or damage to any vehicle or its contents.

Sound System and AV

The use of amplification must comply with all state, county and local ordinances and regulations. Amplified music outside the Facility is not allowed past Midnight.  Muzak stations are available in both venues for client use.  Click here to download the Muzak program guide.   All other audio/visual needs must be provided by AV Technical Support (www.avtechnicalsupport.com), who the Client will contract with directly if/as needed.  Email JM@avtsgroup.com or call 210-865-5882 for a personalized AV bid for your event.  AVTS Pricelist at Pearl

Fire Safety

Smoking is permitted outside the Stable in designated areas only. Guests must properly dispose of cigarettes. No smoking is allowed inside the Full Goods Building, including the Studio, as it is LEED certified.  There is a no open flame policy inside the venues.

We feel lucky to work and collaborate with lots of really creative people. Our Project Space is kind of like a combination between a bulletin board and a community theater through which we will share the output of our collaborations and shared projects.

With a strong commitment to food excellence, Pearl is host to a producers-only farmers market. All Pearl Farmers Market vendors are located within 150 mile radius of San Antonio, Texas, providing fresh, local, and seasonal products that they themselves planted, raised, and harvested.  Come meet your local food producers! The Farmers Market Website

 

	Patience Diaz from Imagine Lavender Farm's first job was at a skeet and trap shooting range releasing the clay target.
	A peanut brittle connoisseur traveling across the US to sample and find the best peanut brittle has proclaimed Ms. Chocolatier's Peanut Brittle the best he has ever tasted and promptly bought 12 bags.
	Julie and Jeffrey Braune from Braune Farms have long agricultural backgrounds: Jeffrey is a 4th generation farmer and Julie's dad was an agricultural science teacher and sometimes they stay up all Friday night before Saturday market so that their produce is fresh picked.
	Kitchen Pride Mushrooms report that it takes 7 weeks to grow a mushroom and it takes only 3 days for a baby bella to turn into a Portabella.

 

We polled our producers to find out what inspires them and what books they're reading.

On our Farmer's Shelves -  Cook Book List:

Nourishing Traditions: Sally Fallon
Wild Fermentation: Sandor Ellix Katz
The Soul of a Chef: Michael Ruhlman
James Mcnair's Favorites
Charcuterie and French Pork Cookery: Jane Griggson
Mastering the Art of French Cooking: Julia Child
Cooking with Les Dames de Escoffier
Deborah Krasner's Good Meat
Larousse Gastronomique
Good Housekeeping Cookbook, 1973 edition

Centrally located in the heart of the American Southwest, the CIA San Antonio is a welcoming community of students, instructors, and alumni who have a deep commitment to the culinary arts and a kinship with those who practice them. The CIA has been a trusted leader in providing outstanding culinary education since 1946, and now the college is offering its proven culinary arts Associate Degree program and a new Latin Cuisines Certificate program in San Antonio.

Set among restored 19th century buildings once part of the Pearl Brewery, the CIA San Antonio campus is as diverse as the culinary world itself. Located on the San Antonio River just north of downtown, the 20-acre Pearl Brewery site is developing into a exciting center that will be filled with cafés, schools, lofts, services, and events. The CIA classrooms and kitchens are state-of-the-art and dedicated to real-world experiences, creating an ideal setting for learning.

Click here for more information.

Slated to open in the Spring of 2012, Boiler House Grill and Wine Garden will be one of San Antonio's prime destinations for food, wine and entertainmen​t.

Located between the historic Pearl Brewery building and the newly christened Culinary Institute of America, Boiler House will occupy a free-standing structure which still houses the boilers that powered the brewery. Boiler House will feature approximately 6,000 square feet of restaurant space along with an expansive outdoor patio. Most of the original architectural elements will remain intact, and the original boilers will be incorporated into the design and construction of the bar and kitchen areas.

The cuisine at Boiler House will be based on Texas ranch-style grilling – with wild game, seafood and the freshest local ingredients available. There also will be a late-night menu featuring smaller plates that are perfect for sharing. These items will be paired with a wide variety of wines from around the world – all competitively priced and all available by the glass.

Boiler House on Facebook

From Texas' largest solar installation to drought-resistant Xeriscaping, Pearl is committed to sustainability.  It started with preserving the historic brewery buildings and has grown to a host of environmentally friendly practices.

Site Selection

• A walkable location, plenty of bicycle parking, and nearby transit stops mean less need to drive.
• San Antonio Bike Share participants with station at the Pearl bike valet incentives.
• All non-potable water on site is either recycled or captured rain water made possible through a public/private partnership between San Antonio Water System (SAWS) and Pearl
• The Aveda Institute, San Antonio, was the first business in the community to use 100 percent Windtricity electricity.
• By the year 2012 Pearl will have planted a total of 662 trees property wide (307 major trees such as elms, oaks, and sycamores; and 355 smaller trees such as mountain laurels and persimmons).

Water Efficiency

Water is a precious resource, especially in Central Texas.

• All non-potable water is recycled or captured rainwater.
• Designers have selected beautiful and functional high-efficiency plumbing fixtures that use less water than typical fixtures with recycling functions.
• Certification with San Antonio Water System (SAWS) recycled water sources, reducing costs an estimated 50 percent.
• The landscape of attractive native and adapted plants embodies the natural character of San Antonio while requiring less water. The project's green space will use approximately one-fifth of the water an average landscape would require.

Energy Efficiency

Pearl consumes less energy and emits fewer greenhouse gases.

• Energy efficient windows and ample building insulation lead to more comfortable indoor spaces at lower operating costs.
• Energy Star-rated appliances.

Materials & Resources

Sustainable construction practices and responsible materials selection are key to Pearl's commitment to being environmental leaders. The project's use of high-quality building materials with a significant percentage of recycled content encourages the diversion of waste from landfills and conserves virgin resources.

Indoor Environmental Quality

Pearl's indoor environment promotes health and wellness.

• The design team selected low-emitting adhesives, sealants, paints, carpet and other materials that contribute to healthy, high-quality indoor air.
• Living spaces are designed to maximize access to outdoor views and daylight while keeping indoor temperatures comfortable.
• Windows in Pearl are double-paned, tinted and have a low solar heat gain coefficient, minimizing the solar radiation that enters interior spaces in the heat of summer.
• Smoking is prohibited in all public areas at Pearl.

Pearl is registered with the Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) green building rating system administered by the U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC) – one of the most stringent measures of sustainability in the world – and achieved Gold Level certification for the Full Goods and CIA Buildings.

Full Goods Building features a learning lab for environmental initiatives including:

• 200-kilowatt solar installation, generating one-fourth of the building's energy
• Energy conserving high-performance insulation
• Reflective roofing, high-performance glass, solar blocking screens and low energy lighting
• Rainwater is collected and stored in recycled beer cisterns to supplement drought-resistant Xeriscaping irrigation.

Saturday, December 3, 2011

Watch as 25,000 people come together to enjoy the holiday and culinary tradition prepared by 40 tamale makers – an exciting mix of regional amateurs, culinary students, popular restaurants, and esteemed chefs showcase a blend of innovation, experimentation and classics.

Stay tuned for more details about how to participate.

There are lots of ways to think about Pearl; it’s a new take on an old neighborhood, it’s a place to live and shop, it’s an extension of the River North project.

To us, there is one thing that acts as the true heart and reason for this project – food. Food brings us together; food helps us tell stories about who we are and where we come from. We like to think of Pearl as an experimental space, collaboration between farmers, ranchers, chefs, home cooks and people who just love food. Our commitment to food is evident in every corner of Pearl. Our famers market is the first year round market in the region. This is only the third campus of The Culinary Institute of America – joining Napa and NYC campuses, and two San Antonio natives and Culinary Institute graduates have opened up award-winning, innovative restaurants on site.

Everyday we want to continue to evolve the way we eat, cook, shop and learn about food. And we want your help; come eat with us, take classes, get to know our farmers, celebrate regional traditions and most importantly, join our community and our table.

Pearl is a culinary and cultural destination in San Antonio, Texas. As a dynamic and evolving environment, Pearl is committed to stewardship and learning. This historic gathering place is where everyone is welcome to eat, play and learn along the banks of the San Antonio River.