It turns out the name Yosemite was a red herring. There is a new restaurant moving into Cured’s former Pearl space, but its focus is far away from the Sierra Nevada. Rosso will be an Italian steakhouse from three of Texas’ most acclaimed chefs — coming to San Antonio in late 2026.The restauran t is the work of El Paso natives and longtime friends Rico Torres, Gabe Erales, and André Natera, now teaming up as a collective, La Unión Hospitality. The trio will act as operators of the landmark 306 Pearl Parkway space, announcing an executive chef at a later date. Torres, of course, is one of the city’s most decorated chefs, having helmed the Michelin-starred Mixtli since late 2013. Erales has had his share of international recognition, too, by winning Top Chef season 18 and cooking at top Austin restaurants: Comedor and the now-defunct Bacalar.Natera is a two-time Dallas Morning News Best Chef winner who has been spending recent years advocating for the Texas hospitality industry. His podcast, Chef’s PSA, is essential listening for both culinary pros and food obsessives. “We’ve known each other for over a decade, and this partnership was born out of an authentic friendship and deep respect for the hospitality industry,” said the partners in a joint statement. ...read more read less