Independent Student Newspaper for the University of Texas at San Antonio

The Paisano

Independent Student Newspaper for the University of Texas at San Antonio

The Paisano

Independent Student Newspaper for the University of Texas at San Antonio

The Paisano

San Antonio’s hottest Fiesta spot

San Antonio’s hottest Fiesta spot

Logan Martinez, Staff Writer April 16, 2024

As the city begins to kick off its Fiesta celebrations, there is no better place to celebrate than the downtown Historic Market Square. Located on 514 West Commerce Street, the square has served as San...

A journey to the Magic Time Machine

A journey to the Magic Time Machine

Naydine De La Fuente, Copyediting Coordinator April 16, 2024

With just a short drive and the push of a door, visitors and residents of San Antonio alike can be transported to an evening of adventure and fun. Where can you find such a place, you may ask? At the...

The best Mexican restaurant you’ve never heard of

The best Mexican restaurant you’ve never heard of

Logan Martinez, Staff Writer April 2, 2024

Located on the west side of San Antonio, Leticia’s Mexican Restaurant has been serving customers since 1994 when owner Juan Trevino opened it. A relatively new staple within the local community, the...

Well-known San Antonio comic book shop opens new location

Well-known San Antonio comic book shop opens new location

Kara Lee, Graphic Editor April 2, 2024

The popular San Antonio comic book shop Heroes & Fantasies has relocated to an even bigger retail space on the city’s north side. The beloved store was previously situated off Loop 410, near...

Refill, reuse, repeat

Refill, reuse, repeat

Riley Carroll, Arts & Life Editor March 26, 2024

With a rising global need for climate action, any change — big or small — can make a world of difference. This is why 24-year-old San Antonio native Emily Larson opened her sustainable store. “I...

Top five ramen spots in San Antonio

Top five ramen spots in San Antonio

Alessandra Avila, Assistant News Editor March 19, 2024

The iconic Japanese noodle soup dish, ramen, has become increasingly popular, especially in San Antonio. As our city continues to grow, so do our restaurants. Whether you need a quick pick-me-up or an...

Exploring Analytical Scientific

Exploring Analytical Scientific

Naydine De La Fuente, Copyediting Coordinator March 19, 2024

Within the city of San Antonio, only a short 10-minute drive from UTSA lies a hidden gem full of exciting science and technology artifacts. Analytical Scientific, a science-themed store, has been a...

Mi Tierra Cafe: where culture and flavor flourish

Mi Tierra Cafe: where culture and flavor flourish

Enrique Figueroa, Contributor February 13, 2024

Mi Tierra Cafe y Panaderia is a restaurant at El Mercado in San Antonio that is rich in culture and flavor. It was founded in 1941 by Pedro and Cruz Cortez when they merely had 10 tables. Since then, the...

Six pet-friendly spots in San Antonio

Six pet-friendly spots in San Antonio

Bela Ross, Staff Writer February 6, 2024

Pet parents, are you looking for somewhere to take your loyal companions? These are the top six places around San Antonio to take your furry friends. Unless otherwise stated, all pets will have to remain...

Prioritizing women’s wellness

Prioritizing women’s wellness

Laynie Clark, Editor-in-Chief February 6, 2024

Are you in need of emergency contraceptives, reproductive health advice or menstrual products? Black Book Sex Ed is a community organization looking to serve women by providing them with necessary products...

Make your way to ‘Lucky Black Cat Market’

Make your way to ‘Lucky Black Cat Market’

Laynie Clark, Editor-in-Chief November 21, 2023

Hidden away on St. Marys Street lies a quaint little shop: Déjà Vu Esoterica. Inside this shop, there are loads of crystals and adjacent things such as jewelry, knick-knacks and tarot cards. After...

Best of SA: Tabletop gaming

Best of SA: Tabletop gaming

Ray Rodriguez, Staff Writer November 14, 2023

Of the many niche hobbies out there, tabletop gaming might be one of the more difficult to approach. Not only must you go through the process of finding out what games you actually like and how to play...

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