![]() "We wanted to provide a place where everybody can come, creating a fully immersive experience that attacks all the senses," Amaro said. The DJ booth is covered in retro stereos and boom boxes all found locally. The interior's past as a burger spot founded in San Antonio that had its heydays in the 80s and 90s tends to evoke those same feelings of nostalgia. It's a place for the senses that encourages good vibes and nostalgia through sight, sound, touch, and taste, Amaro says. What would a San Antonio nightlife spot be without a tribute to the queen of Tejano? Steven Santana | MySA The interior will be completely unrecognizable to those who have been to burger shop before it closed in 2020. When patrons walk inside from Losoya Street or Alamo Plaza, they will be immediately greeted by a cascade of neon colors, Nagel-esque designs by Unhinged Studios out of Austin, and murals painted by local artist Colton Valentine. Steven Santana | MySAīe Kind Rewind is in the old downtown Fuddruckers space at 115 Alamo Plaza, and is entirely unassuming from the outside. ![]() The giant VHS tape is the centerpiece of the main bar. Now, we have a sneak peek into the new nightclub near Alamo Plaza, and Amaro has hit the mark. When bar owner Alex Amaro first teased the concept of Be Kind Rewind to MySA, he promised an interactive nightlife experience that would transport patrons to the past with the sights and sounds of the 80s, 90s and early 2000s. Seiser has lived in Harlingen since June of 2015 and loves palm trees, the beach, traveling, golfing and her three rescue dogs.Be Kind Rewind is a retro blast from the past bar that promises an interactive experience, good vibes, nostalgic jams and room to dance. She then moved to Junction City, Kansas, to be the editor of the Daily Union in that city before relocating to the RGV to work at the Valley Morning Star. ![]() ![]() Originally from Southeastern Wisconsin, Seiser was the editor of a weekly newspaper, the Lake Geneva Regional News. During her stint at the VMS, she also created and was the editor of Valley Women Inspire, a magazine published by AIM Media Texas, owners of the Valley Morning Star, McAllen Monitor and Brownsville Herald. In June of 2019, she left the Valley Morning Star after four years as its editor. Lisa is an award-winning journalist with more than 25 years in the industry as a newspaper reporter, editor, photographer and page designer. Those are the four key components Lisa believes must be present in “the perfect story” and accomplishing that is her goal every time she sits down to write. “Taste” proceeds also fund exhibitions and receptions. There also will be commissioned permanent artworks in the museum courtyard. The latest project, the Historical Museum Building is under way and will feature Harlingen’s history. Projects this coming year include painting and repairing the Hill home and Historic Harlingen Hospital. Money raised from Taste of Harlingen will specifically be used to repair the historic buildings, which are always in need of work. There is also a photo booth to create a souvenir from the evening. The main building houses a silent auction, where patrons may bid on item donations from businesses and individuals. An awards presentation takes place near the end of the event. These restaurants will battle it out for top awards, including People’s Choice, Best of Taste and Best Presentation. Some of the participating restaurants this year include Classics Bar & Grill, Gracie’s Goodies, Hime Sushi Bar and Grill, Keto Mini Donuts, La Playa Mexican Café, Longhorn Steakhouse, Applebee’s, Cheddar’s, Russo’s, Tropical Smoothie Café and Schoolhouse Creamery. They may also visit 15 to 20 participating restaurant tents to sample the cuisines. Those in attendance can stroll around the grounds while listening to the live band Jaime G. The decorated courtyard will provide the perfect backdrop for an evening of food and festivities. 17 as organizers expect more than 400 to attend, many in costume. Sombreros and serapes will be everywhere Oct. This year’s “Taste” theme is A Night in Old Mexico. Organizers expect the around the same number for the Oct. Around 400 people were in attendance at the 2018 Taste of Harlingen. That and more are in store for attendees of the 17 th Taste of Harlingen fundraising event, which uses the proceeds to maintain the historic buildings, curate artifacts, fund exhibits and promote the facility. Sample the cuisines from local restaurants and chefs while enjoying live music and a silent auction all while helping the Harlingen Arts & Heritage Museum.
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