Our Big Grass World
Hmong Handbags: Fall Fashion Must-Have
There is a great blog post over at coco+kelley on Hmong bags. It's a really interesting bit on the history of the Hmong people and how their intricate and...
Read MoreWed, Apr 21, 10
Rainwater collection system is dependable source for home
Excellent article on rainwater collection take from the San Antonio Express News Rainwater collection seems like a no-brainer for any type of new construction, especially for a house. Whether it’s...
Read MoreBig Grass in Saveur
Be sure and catch our contribution to this month’s issue of Saveur. The magazine recently asked its readers to share their favorite foods, kitchen items, and inspiration from their own...
Read MoreBamboo Serveware & Utensils
Make your kitchen efficient and attractive with these simple and beautiful bamboo serveware and utensils. 1. Have you ever made your own sushi? Give it a try! We have Bamboo...
Read MoreShopping Local: Humble House Foods
The newest products to hit Big Grass come by way of two local artisans. Luis Morales and Marsha Millegan of Humble House Foods recently began creating their line of gourmet...
Read MoreWed, Jan 27, 10
Another Year at Big Grass!
In spite of freezing temperatures and frozen plants, January, is a time of renewal—-new and better personal habits, a renewed energy in home and work efforts, and lots of new...
Read MoreThai Holidays Shine
In Thailand, 99 percent of the population is Buddhist and Christmas is not considered an official holiday. In larger cities, however, “holiday spirit” is everywhere in December to mark the...
Read MoreCompany's coming! Are you ready?
Holiday parties are right around the corner. Cousins and uncles and old college roommates are descending soon to bring laughter and joy to a guest bedroom near you. That means...
Read MoreBring More Meaning toYour Holidays
The holidays are upon us again. Typical scenario: come December 23rd, you’ll still be trying to scratch that final name off your list during a last-minute gift-buying spree as you...
Read MoreWe're Big Grass...and we're growing!
When Duang and I founded Big Grass Bamboo in 2006, we committed to a philosophy of sustainable living and bringing global culture to San Antonio. Our goal was to celebrate...
Read MoreSupport Your Local Farmers: A Guide to Fresh Produce Year Round
Photo by ianmalcm on Flickr This weather is perfect for a weekend at the farmer’s market! Buying in-season produce from local farmers around town not only supports your local economy,...
Read MoreAlways wanted to party with the models, designers and celebrities of Fashion Week? Here's your ticket past the velvet rope...
Fashion Week San Antonio Oct 6-10 presents GoGreen Garden Party Thursday, October 8 6:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. Big Grass, 637 West Hildebrand, San Antonio Enjoy complimentary cocktails and soft...
Read MoreBig Grass Building Rehab Article on Incident Light
Before After Big Grass Bamboo Cinderella Story What about all those, um, legacy prefabs scattered about the landscape? When they’ve outlived their original industrial uses, is the scrapyard the only...
Read MoreGreen Spaces Alliance in voting contest for $25,000 to fund 3 community gardens in low income neighborhoods
Reposted from San Antonio Sustainable Living Green Spaces Alliance in voting contest for $25,000 to fund 3 community gardens in low income neighborhoods. Green Spaces Alliance needs your help to...
Read MoreBrown is Beautiful!
The Edwards Aquifer Ecosystem of Central Texas is one of our most valuable, irreplaceable and endangered public treasures. The EPA recognizes it as a “Sole Source” water supply. It is...
Read MoreBamboo in the Kitchen
Bamboo is highly sustainable, naturally free of chemicals, and of course, it’s beautiful. These things make it a great alternative to wood for use in the kitchen. Check out a...
Read MoreTextiles of Thailand
About half of all Thai handicrafts are made up of some form of textile. Textiles are not only important to the Thai economy, but they are also a huge part...
Read MoreRecycling is in Bloom
Established in 2006, Bloom set out to provide decent work for disadvantaged Cambodians. Its small studio space is a far cry from the dreadful factories that are so common in...
Read MoreNew Zhi Tea Flavors!
We just received a shipment of Zhi Tea, a gourmet tea company based in Austin. They make the most delicious tea i’ve ever had. No joke. And they have been...
Read MoreFri, May 08, 09
Noche Verde - update
Just in – Alamo Beer and Tequilame are participating in Noche Verde. Make sure you tell them thanks for supporting these important organizations that are helping make San Antonio a...
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