November of 1930, the El Paso Hilton opened to the public. Now, June of 2020, we once again see the majestic doors open to the public as the Plaza Hotel Pioneer Park El Paso. The hotel was the ninth tallest in Conrad Hilton’s chain in its time and notably the last major design commission for Henry C. Trost , and would hold its place as the tallest skyscraper for … [Read more...]
Downtown Fresh Air Food Court!
The Downtown Downtown Management District (DMD) launched the Fresh Air Food Court program in an effort to support the food and beverage businesses in Downtown this summer. Because there is still a need to support Downtown businesses in this way, the Fresh Air Food Court is returning on August, 27th, and will run through the end of the year. The Fresh Air Food … [Read more...]
Downtown “I Miss You” Campaign Launches
This year has it's most overused word, and that word is "unprecedented." This year has seen more than a lifetime of unprecedented circumstances, including global quarantines. In El Paso, we've had to go without strolls in San Jacinto Plaza, opening day for the El Paso Chihuahuas, great dine-in meals, and most importantly, seeing our friends and loved ones. The "I … [Read more...]
Plaza Classic Returns with a Drive-In Twist!
We're just as excited as you are to hear that the Plaza Classic Film Festival is returning to Downtown El Paso this year from July 30th to August 9th! Not only is it coming back, but the festival has been heavily retooled for our safety. And with a "pop-up" drive-in movie element, may still manage to be the most memorable yet. We spoke with Program Director, Doug … [Read more...]
El Paseo Cafe Presses On as New Business in Downtown El Paso
Back in February, most of us heard of the "Corona" virus, but didn't for a second feel that we'd end up here. If you did, well, we'd like to befriend you, because if your foresight works that well, it can certainly be put to good use. Vanessa Zubia-Meza, owner of El Paseo Cafe in Downtown El Paso, certainly didn't see this coming. Had she, perhaps she and many … [Read more...]
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