Mountain Views News          Saturday, October 24, 2015

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FOOD AND DRINK

Mountain Views-News Saturday, October 24, 2015 

EL TORITO

I have come to discover that “Happy Hour,” lasts longer than an hour, or maybe, I need a new 
watch. This week, I took a trip to Taco Tuesday, at El Torito in East Pasadena. One of my favorite 
sayings has always been, “Sell to the masses, and eat with the classes.” There is a sage quality, a Carl 
Sandburg, inflection to that wispy rhyme. Surely, the owners of El Torito (also owners of the closed 
Acapulco) understand the deeper meaning of that maxim. For they consistently offer coupons in 
the newspaper and my smart phone is flooded with deals; and also give customers an occasional 
20% bounce back voucher to return and dine. First and very recently, we discovered the pageantry 
of Fat Tuesday, now this, Taco Tuesday! Feast upon the sumptuous 1.49 , handmade tacos, make sure 
you bring your appétit, they are like pistachios, you can’t eat just one. 

The taco station is conveniently located in the bar area 
for those of us that believe the remote control is sciences’ 
greatest invention. Throw in two beautiful girls that make 
fresh taco shells right in front of you and you may need an 
old National Geographic, with a picture of sand and palm 
trees to appreciate this setting. Chicken, Carnitas and 
Beef tacos appear and disappear at a soldier like pace. You 
want the interactive experience: self service garnishes, 
such as salsa, slaw and a light guacamole sauce are there 
for you. Plus the newly incepted happy hour drink 
specials are good from 3 PM to 8 PM. Almost brings me 
back those Spring Break and college days. No worries, the 
Federales are not going to catch me this time. On this visit, I ordered a side of Guacamole for the 
freshly made chips, three tacos, and a beer. I was handsomely fed for around ($17), including the 
tip. It is the closest deal to being south of the boarder that I have seen in a long time. My one 
observation, there were kids in the bar. They may be using these kids as workers to keep the cost 
down? No, they were not working; my lawyer forced me to add that. Ruth Chris it isn’t, but for those 
of us looking for a real deal and to hang out with friends. Taco Tuesday is a great place to just hang 
out.

El Torito 3333 E. Foothill Blvd. Pasadena (626) 351 -8995

Join me every Sunday Night at 6 PM for my “Foodie Talk Show”. Dining with Dills on KLAA AM 
830 

TABLE FOR TWO by Peter Dills

thechefknows@yahoo.com

Lattes & Literature – A Paranormal Experience

Expect goosebumps on your arms and chills to run up and down your spine as you hear real life tales 
and see actual images of true Paranormal Experiences. Then find yourself being entertained by a 
rare Literary Lives Performance that you will have to see for yourself to believe.

Featuring

Frances Chavez - Author of Old Mission Cemetery Tales

Michelle Hewitt - Mourning Dove Promotions

Georgia & Michael Nunez - San Gabriel Ghost Seekers

Valerie E. Welch - Performance Artist appearing as Louisa May Alcott, 

beloved author of the children’s classic “Little Women”

Saturday October 24, 2014

10:30 am - 2:30 pm

Sierra Madre Woman’s Club - The Essick House

550 West Sierra Madre Blvd. Sierra Madre, CA 91024 

Includes Continental Breakfast ~ Lite Lunch ~ Afternoon Sweet Treats 

Only $15 through October 23.

$20 on October 24


HEALTHY HOLIDAY EATING

Arcadia Senior Services in partnership with 
Methodist Hospital is having a free special 
presentation on cooking healthy, nutritious 
holiday foods including desserts. It will take place 
on Tuesday, October 27 at 1:30pm at the Arcadia 
Community Center, 365 Campus Drive. Victoria 
Pacheco, MS, RD will be the guest speaker. With 
the holidays rapidly approaching this is a perfect 
time to get cooking tips for nutritious, tasty 
foods. There will be a cooking demonstration. 
Learn how to make some of your favorite recipes 
healthier, including holiday desserts. If interested 
in attending please call Arcadia Senior Services 
626.574.5130 before October 22. This event is for 
individuals age 50 and over. 

About the City of Arcadia

Nestled in the foothills of the San Gabriel 
Mountains, Arcadia is an 11.38 square mile 
community with a population of just over 56,000. 
Located approximately 20 miles east of downtown 
Los Angeles, Arcadia is known for combining small-
town charm with the conveniences and amenities 
of a mid-size city. Arcadia is a full-service charter 
city governed by a five-member City Council, 
elected at large. Recognized for exceptional 
education and recreation opportunities and 
beautiful neighborhoods, Arcadia is also defined 
as the “Community of Homes” and has twice been 
designated the “Best City in California in which to 
Raise Kids” by Business Week Magazine.


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