Fodor's Expert Review Central Market

If you think a supermarket can't be a destination, think again. The only location of the chain in San Antonio (there are nine others in Texas), Central Market is both a foodie heaven and a popular gourmet grocery store in Alamo Heights. Among the many offerings, you'll find scratch-made baked goods, chef-prepared meals, a great wine selection, a fresh seafood counter, and an on-site tortilleria for fresh tortillas. Top off your finds with a fresh flower arrangement from the well-stocked floral center up front. An in-house cooking school provides classes (for a fee) in such areas as afternoon tea, autumn in Italy, sushi and sake party, make and take tamales, wines, and many more. Their very popular Hatch Chile Fest takes place every August.