Okay so how awesome was Mangiamangia Mobile on Monday here at Alterra? Food trucks are always a great convenience, and there are plenty of food truck events in San Diego. Check out an upcoming Friday Food Truck event happening in San Diego below. On Friday, February 10th, head over to University between 5PM and 8PM for La Mesa Food Fest Fridays. Some of... [Read more...]

Do you know where you will be watching the big Super Bowl 45 game just yet? Well if you don't plan on watching the game in your Alterra apartment, you can always check out one of these local sports bars near La Mesa. Yelp.com has compiled a list of the top-rated sports bars near Alterra Apartments in La Mesa. Source: Yelp Name: Live Wire Location: 2103... [Read more...]

I hate PB&Js.  There's nothing wrong with the sandwich staple, but after bringing them to work for the past 3 months straight, the need for a quick, easy and accessible lunchtime alternative was paramount.  If you're in the same boat and looking for a way to spice up your lunchtime routine, you may want to try out one of the many restaurants serving delicious... [Read more...]

Aside from Folgers, we'd like you to agree that the best part of waking up in La Mesa is the scope of breakfast in the area. There are a number of diners and restaurants in the city for us to delight in an early breakfast, brunch or lunch meal. Keep some suggestions in mind when searching for your next early-morning dining retreat. If we get a good whiff,... [Read more...]

Summer is official and the season for grilling and delicious eats has also arrived. Why not feed your need for eats on the go? As there are a number of restaurants that we've made frequent favorites in Orange County, we can also leap for joy for the arrival of restaurant-style dishes we can enjoy on sidewalks and streets for Food Truck Fare. The Food Truck... [Read more...]

Riding high in California, other than beach-bumming and cool waves,  has been the movement to eat organically & locally grown foods in the city. So, what exactly have you been stacking your fridge with lately? As the farmer's market has moved in to meet our dining needs, consider making a whole-food adventure this weekend. The La Mesa Village Farmer's... [Read more...]

I'm sure I left your mouth watering from part 1 of the tasty fundraisers segments, so I hope you took the time to get more information and marked you calendars for a night out to dine. Another great reason to both wake up early and clean your plate is the Pancake Breakfast Fundraiser organized by the La Mesa Firefighters Local 4759. Breakfast is the most... [Read more...]

This week is going to be tasty as I let you in on which events around La Mesa will be the best to chow down! You’ll be supporting great community organizations and causes, unless you consider watching your waistline to be a cause worth fighting for. Let’s just call this week of the Alterra blog “Calories for a Cause” week. It’s catchy, somewhat... [Read more...]

Cinco de Mayo is inching closer and you’re going to want to enjoy the best of Mexican-style cuisine, drinks and atmosphere at one of La Mesa’s most victoriously authentic locations without actually going south of the border. Head to Casa De Pico on Grossmont Center Drive and take in all the tastes, sights, and sounds of Mexican celebration. Their... [Read more...]

What's for dinner tonight? Anything you like, that's what! And I don't mean like having your way at the nearest fast food place. Your Alterra kitchen is set up so that you can be the head chef and prepare delicious, home-made meals with all the conveniences of a 5-star kitchen. Aside from designer black and stainless steel Energy Star appliances, Alterra... [Read more...]

Next Page »