Relyt founder Tyler Beakley assumed it was some type of spam when she saw a Four Seasons Beverly Hills email pop up in her inbox. A few days later though, a representative from the prestigious hotel’s spa sent a message through her wellness brand’s website, too. Beakley read that note all the way through (and then read it again) and found that they’d tried Relyt tea while at Loma de Vida at La Cantera Resort & Spa in San Antonio and wanted to know how they could get it added to their own spa menu in Beverly Hills. “It didn’t seem real,” says Beakley, a Kerrville native and one-time Long Be ..read more

Bijou Betties, which aptly translates to “jeweled women,” is a glittering jewel box in Southtown, where you never know what you might find. From an almost $8,000 pre-1850s fruitwood French armoire to locally made $2 calcite worry stones, there’s something for every taste and budget in this world of timeless treasures curated by owner Kelly Welker.  Welker, who also works full-time as the owner of Renaissance Wealth Management Group, has been passionate about collecting antiques since she and her husband were students at the University of Texas at Austin. “We used to go to estate sales and ..read more

1. For the Dad Who Appreciates a Good Cocktail: A Unique Spin on an Old-Fashioned There’s a fresh way to sip an Old Fashioned at The Bunker Mixology, a new speakeasy located in the former Jetsetter bar on Houston Street. Bunker puts the craft in craft cocktails, with a drink menu centered around famous artworks. Treat Dad to a father-son or -daughter date and order from a list of unique drinks, including the Adele Bloch-Bauer, a cocktail based on Gustav Klimt’s famous abstract painting of a Viennese socialite. Prices vary   Photo courtesy @exclusivetimepieces2. For the Upscale Dad: A Luxu ..read more

Whether it’s her first Mother’s Day or her 20th, San Antonio has local gift options that will show Mom just how beloved she is. We’ve put together a few of our absolute favorites.   For Something Delicious (No Cooking Required)   The Board Couple Mom will love this local luxury charcuterie board delivered straight to her door. Curated with artisan cheeses, classic charcuterie meats, dried fruits, nuts, seasonal spreads, fresh fruits, edible art and honeycomb. Is your mom a vegetarian? They now offer a meatless board! Prices from $107, depending on selection.   Rose Hip Market Ke ..read more

Lights “Don’t get caught unprepared after dark. I prefer a handheld light, and my favorite is the Nathan Zephyr Trail 200 R Hand Torch. It offers varying levels of light.” $35   Socks “The thing to remember with socks is that you want them to be a good, moisture-wicking, non-cotton, performance running sock. My favorite is Wrightsock.” $11-$18   On Cloudultra Trail Shoe “This is my go-to trail shoe because it is durable enough for the toughest terrain but is a nice ride on firmer surfaces, as well. It is handy on several of San Antonio’s trails that have both dirt and paved paths.”&n ..read more

Best Shop for Local Finds by Female Makers: Elysia Collective Co. Maker and college student Emily Howell’s Emily Grace Designs Co. is a “pandemic baby,” but as she became a regular on the pop-up market circuit, Howell realized she wanted something more permanent. Most of the retail spaces she found were too large for just her sweatshirts, tees and other goods, though. So, she recruited 14 other female entrepreneurs to lease space from her and opened the Elysia Collective Co. boutique last fall on Wurzbach Parkway near Alon Town Center. At the shop, find clothing, jewelry, prints, body pro ..read more

The designer Oscar de la Renta once famously said, “Fashion is about dressing according to what’s fashionable. Style is more about being yourself.” That could be the mantra for Maria and Anna Sophia Aguilar, the mother-daughter duo behind the vibrant MexiChicSA Boutique. These women have turned their passions for design and creativity into a thriving business that stays true to their Mexican heritage and their mission of helping other women succeed. “We support a large number of female artisans and we have gotten to know them, their families and their stories,” says Anna Sophia. “We now collab ..read more

When Katie Meischen inherited her husband’s grandmother’s collection of vintage quilting fabric in 2014, she wasn’t sure what to do with it. In fact, it wasn’t until nearly six years later that the stay-at-home mom and former fashion buyer had the idea of transforming it into something new: statement jewelry.  The San Antonio maker remembers from a young age watching her mom turn fabric remnants into pillowcases or tablecloths. Meanwhile, her grandmother made clothing for Meischen’s Barbie dolls using tiny scraps left from old sewing projects. Inspired by their lead, Meischen set about tu ..read more

The small team behind the local menswear company Richter Goods began stitching together three specialty shirts for the San Antonio Stock Show & Rodeo nearly a year ago. When the rodeo opens Feb. 9, visitors will be able to purchase those shirts alongside other official Stock Show & Rodeo merchandise. Richter Goods also will have a booth set up for those who want to take home a piece of clothing from the company’s regular line. “This is the most special event that we’ve done,” says Mario Guajardo, owner of Richter Goods, which started out in the Broadway News lot but has since grown to ..read more

When you are trying to keep those New Year’s resolutions to eat healthier, the grocery store can be a seductive mistress, with aisle after aisle of tempting choices. She’s hard to resist, but with the help of H-E-B Nutrition Services, you can shop with confidence. The San Antonio–based grocer offers personal visits with their on-staff dietitians who can assess your health needs and shop with you, pointing out small, tangible choices that can impact your health in a big way. The best part? The service is covered by most insurance. Stocking up on fresh fruits and veggies is a given but when it c ..read more