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...]

Love it or hate it, at least once in your life you have  given in to the deliciously fried, 24-hour tastes of Jack in the Box. A southwest gem with a side of curly fires, you usually wouldn't have a problem finding a restaurant location in La Mesa. However, now the fast-food chain has cut it's stationary bonds and hitting the streets of San Diego, Los Angeles,... [Read more...]

There are so many places that let you build your create ice-cream, build your own burger, or blend up your own signature coffee, but what about your salad? The pickings of a boring salad bar just shouldn't cut it anymore as a healthy side for your meal. It's about time you could have it your way and make the salad your customized main course. Welcome... [Read more...]

Papa John's Pizza has been a savior to many an evening dinner dilemma. Thankfully, they are good friends with the Alterra crew and there are 3 locations only within a few miles of the community. Papa John's and Alterra apartments want to give you a great deal on their pizzas on Wednesday, February 23. Just for Alterra, the Papa will offer $5 cheese or pepperoni... [Read more...]

January is the month of new beginnings and self-awareness for the new year. How do you want to go into 2011? In the best shape possible, that's for sure. Even if the winter's in La Mesa aren't as frigid as other cities, the cold and flu season threats are still just as important to avoid. Henry's Farmer's Market invites you to their January events for... [Read more...]

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