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Fall has officially arrived, and with it comes an exciting array of new coffee offerings from the top retailers in Pearl. Whether you're seeking that perfect morning caffeine boost or looking to indulge in handcrafted espresso drinks while reconnecting with a friend, you won’t want to miss out on these seasonal menus…

Tucked away in San Antonio's Southtown is an unassuming building that houses the creative minds of Manola and Maria, a local sister artist duo who specialize in murals, screen printing, illustrations, and installations. Within the studio, art covers every wall, featuring notable San Antonio artists, as well as elements from…

Monterrey, Nuevo León, native Alejandro Gutiérrez Dávila is coming to Stable Hall on Saturday, September 13. For one night only, from 6 PM to 10 PM, experience culinary craftsmanship, storytelling, and traditions that showcase the bold, ancestral flavors of northern Mexico. The event will feature dishes prepared by the…

The Prickly Pear Agua Fresca (Agua Fresca de Tuna in Spanish) is a light, fruity drink that’s quick to make and naturally vibrant in color. Perfect for those hot summer days, it combines the sweet flavor of a prickly pear with lime and water for a refreshing sip. Did you know: Prickly Pear is known as Tuna Spanish? Make…

Back-to-school season is here. As students at local universities in San Antonio return to class, one thing is sure: the caffeine will be abundant. With about 170,000 local students hitting the books, study spots, cafes, and places with speedy Wi-Fi will soon become essential outposts for academics. Pearl is the prime spot…

What's in the name? Hotel Emma's tavern is named for the Sternewirth Privilege, which entitled employees of 19th-century breweries to free beer during the workday. Prohibition killed the tradition, except at Pearl Brewery, where workers frequented the taproom until the 1990s. True story: in the 1950s, a "tight" worker was…

Meet COFEE + "Lonestar Leroy" If you've made a trip to Pearl recently, you may have spotted life-sized cow statues with artwork created by San Antonio artists. The public art campaign called CowParade is the largest public art initiative, with 100 cities participating worldwide. This year, there are 70 cows located across…

Say hello to "Blooming Melodies" and Jennifer Hughes Basking in the shade near Boiler House and Southerleigh Fine Food & Brewery lies a painted cow. Meet Blooming Melodies by San Antonio artist Jennifer Hughes. Inspired by (and painted on) the Battle of Flowers parade day during Fiesta in May, this life-sized heifer is…

A Tale of Humanity "Before there was the written word, we used pictures to tell a story; pictographs, hieroglyphs, and cave paintings told the tales we wanted to tell. Transmitting something more than a simple thought. These images are a legacy of humanity, and they're how we connect with ancestors of the past, and how our…

Hey concert fans, this is for you. We’re super excited to give away a pair of tickets to one lucky person for the Fitz and the Tantrums concert happening at Stable Hall on Saturday, August 30. Fill out your information here, subscribe to Pearl's newsletter, and you're in. Good luck! Giveaway details: You must be subscribed…

Ready to discover your next favorite local vendor? Enter the Pearl Markets giveaway for a chance to win a tote bag filled with curated items from our market vendors — valued at over $150. Starting in August and running through December 2025, Pearl Markets will select one winner on the second Saturday of each month. To be…

Pearl Eateries Participating in Restaurant Weeks Culinaria's bi-annual foodie tradition, Restaurant Weeks, is happening Saturday, August 9 through Saturday, August 23. Now is the perfect time to try Pearl's award-winning restaurants like Brasserie Mon Chou, Full Goods Diner, Ladino, and more. Patrons can expect a prix fixe…