In late April, Pit Stop #1 Food Mart, located at 974 N. Walnut Ave, New Braunfels reopened as Fischer’s Market Express. The original market was opened in 1975 by Maurice and Charlene Fischer and the renovation of the New Braunfels store kickstarted a project to remodel all Pit Stop Food marts in the New Braunfels and San Antonio area, according to the company. Fischer’s Market Express locations will operate as sister stores to the larger Fischer’s Neighborhood Market locations throughout the area. Customers will have access to fresh-brewed coffee, Shell fuel, snacks, beverages and car wash services. The new store held a ribbon cutting ceremony with the New Braunfels Chamber of Commerce on May 27 and will host a grand opening for the community on June 12 that will include giveaways and free coffee and tea. 830-625-4214. www.fischersmkt.com
The Current Apartments, located at 614 Central Pkwy, New Braunfels, opened in mid-April and is now accepting applications for studio, one-, two- and three-bedroom apartments. Amenities include climate controlled interior hallways, covered garage parking, co-working space with wi-fi and printing access, a fitness studio, swimming pool and more. 830-251-2552. www.livethecurrentapts.com
Dental Nouveau, located at 2111 I-35 South, Ste. 1101, New Braunfels, began taking appointments in mid-May and plans to open June 1. The family dental office offers general dentistry services for adults and children, but also specializes in airway-centered dentistry with alternatives to CPAP therapy. 830-360-1618. www.dentalnouveau.com
Landscaping company Gruener Pastures Lawn Care LLC opened for business in New Braunfels on March 1. 830-500-9799. Gruener Pastures services businesses and residences and offers weekly and bi-weekly lawn service, shrub and hedge trimming, tree pruning, edging, mulch installation, weed control, spring and fall cleanup and other services. 830-500-9799. www.gruenerpastersnb.com
A new ice cream shop opened May 10 at 2180 SH 46 W., Ste. 102, New Braunfels, and is serving up handmade treats. La Autentica Michoacana NB offers popsicles made with fresh fruit, mangonada, milkshakes and ice cream made in-house. The shop does not use processed or frozen ingredients, said owner Luis Olivares Garnica, and the menu will continue to expand in the coming weeks. www.facebook.com/LaAutenticaMichNB
Artisan vendor Otto’s Cheese Shop opened May 25 at 344 Landa St., New Braunfels. The shop offers cut-to-order cheese and meats, pantry items, beer and wine, as well as custom order cheese boards and boxes. 830-387-4495. www.ottoscheeseshop.com
The VIP Clinic opened at 1067 FM 306, Ste. 601, New Braunfels in February and held a ribbon cutting and grand opening ceremony in April. Dr. Robert Reid opened the primary care clinic with the goal of offering patients telephone and email access to their doctor, same-day appointments, routine labs, a monthly membership model and more. 830-832-8378 www.thevipclinic.net
