Jul 27, 2021Our Legacies: Downtown BusinessDowntown San Antonio is home to 60+ businesses that have been contributing to the cultural richness and diversity of the city for at least 20 years. This may not seem like much until you consider that the average small business only lasts 8 ½ years.1 Opening a small business with…San Antonio4 min readSan Antonio4 min read
Jun 2, 2021Staycation in San AntonioWelcome to Summer in San Antonio! If Spring Break and Fiesta are any indication, people are heading back downtown to celebrate and connect. We reached out to our friends in the local hospitality industry to learn about what promotions people can use for their staycations. Here are a few we’d…San Antonio3 min readSan Antonio3 min read
May 7, 2021Small Business Spotlight — Al’s Gourmet Nuts“For us, it’s about community,” says Margaret Wilson-Anaglia, owner of Al’s Gourmet Nuts. She and her husband Al have served up these sweet treats for nearly twenty years. Margaret attributes their success to quality, locally sourced ingredients and experienced customer service. They took on the business twenty years ago, simply…San Antonio2 min readSan Antonio2 min read
Apr 12, 2021¡A Comer Afuera!The Texas spring weather brings the perfect opportunity to support local San Antonio restaurants by dining outside. Although the pandemic has changed how we are able to explore our city and enjoy everything San Antonio has to offer, dining outdoors is a great way to enjoy the city. By dining…Outdoor Dining3 min readOutdoor Dining3 min read
Mar 15, 2021Flying The Banner of ‘Blacked Owned Business’ Was Not My First Choice in San Antonio.Written by Paula Sullivan, Owner of Carmens De La Calle In the spirit of uplifting Small, Minority, and Women-Owned businesses throughout the year, Centro San Antonio would like to amplify the story of Paula Sullivan, local restaurateur and owner of Carmens de la Calle in downtown San Antonio, in her…3 min read3 min read
Mar 4, 2021Knowing Your History: Deborah Omowale Jarmon“When I understand my history and where my ancestors came from, I understand that I can do what they did,” says Deborah Omowale Jarmon, CEO + Director of the San Antonio African American Community Archive and Museum (SAAACAM). “When you understand my history, then you understand that I have a…Black History Month3 min readBlack History Month3 min read
Feb 17, 2021Restaurants and Retailers Open DowntownLast Updated: Friday, February 19th at 4:30 p.m. For those who are sheltering downtown, Centro will be keeping a routinely updated list of open spots to locate food and other resources. If you operate a restaurant or retail location downtown and are not featured yet, please email the business name…Small Business3 min readSmall Business3 min read
Feb 12, 2021Valentine’s Day 2021If you are searching for gift ideas, we have you covered with our downtown sweet deals. But before you take a read, please sing along! L is for the way we love downtown O is for the outstanding Ambassadors V is for the very very extraordinary small businesses E is…Valentines Day2 min readValentines Day2 min read
Feb 5, 2021Socially-Distant Super Bowl SundayDowntowners! No matter who you are cheering for this Super Bowl Sunday, consider trying the offerings from this sampling of spots and watch the game in the comfort of your own home.Food2 min readFood2 min read
Dec 18, 2020Navigator Spotlight: Villa TesorosFor shop owners Claudia and Bobby Brown, Villa Tesoros is just one piece of a thriving community of artisans. The pair started out in a simple booth offering their handmade leather goods at various events. During the New Years’ Eve celebrations in 2014, they caught the attention of the General…San Antonio3 min readSan Antonio3 min read
