Discover Diverse, Thriving Food Scene with Taste of Alhambra Restaurant Week 2019
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/2019 01 Discover diverse, thriving food scene with Taste of Alhambra Restaurant Week 2019 he Downtown Alhambra Business Association event celebrated in many major cities to help stimulate announced the return of the Taste of Alhambra tourism and patronage at local restaurants. Restaurant Week from Jan. 27 to Feb. 2 as This foodie-favorite week is the perfect time to take a Tpart of Visit California Restaurant Month, a national global culinary tour throughout the diverse and thriving food culture of Alhambra. Diners can expe- rience great food and prices that promise to delight the palate and wallet thanks to spe- cials and prix-fixe menus from participating eateries. Restaurants are offering two- to three- course menus priced anywhere from $15 to $30 for lunch and $20 to $50 for dinner. Diners simply need to call and make reserva- Diners at Taste of Alhambra Restaurant Week can experience tions, or visit the restaurants and ask for their great food and prices that promise to delight the palate Taste of Alhambra prix-fixe menus. and wallet thanks to specials and prix-fixe menus from The weeklong promotion spotlights the participating eateries. diverse cuisines of Downtown Alhambra’s restaurant scene with many options: Amer- ican Continental, Asian Fusion, Japanese With a growing diversity of culinary talent, Alhambra Fusion, Thai, Korean, Irish, Peruvian, Indi- has been steadily carving out its own niche in dining ex- an, Mexican, and more. In its second year, cellence within the larger Los Angeles market. The late and Taste of Alhambra Restaurant Week has 13 beloved food critic Jonathon Gold often uncovered hidden First place, the Lopez family. restaurants on its roster, including Limerick’s gems in this enclave of the San Gabriel Valley. Tavern, Panasia Sweet and Savory, Manco- For those on a budget, Taste of Alhambra Restaurant ra Peruvian Cuisine, Charlie’s Trio Café, Week gives diners a chance to sample offerings that would Vinos at Trios, 38 Degrees Ale House & normally be priced higher. Mancora Peruvian Cuisine, Grill, Diner on Main, Big Catch Seafood one of Downtown Alhambra’s hidden gems located in a 5 families win city’s House, Bon Appetea Café, Dickey’s BBQ strip mall, promises another inspired, five-course menu of Pit Alhambra, Phoenix Inn Chinese flavorful, seafood-based items like ceviché, luscious pulpo Holiday Home Cuisine, Alondra’s Hot Wings, and Mahan al olivo, and arroz con mariscos, for just under $50. There Indian. >> see TASTE OF ALHAMBRA Page 6A Decorating Contest There were five winners in the City of Alhambra’s annual Holiday Home Decorating Contest. Seventeen homes submitted applications. Four Parks Announcement of vacancy & Rec staff members and five Youth Commission members judged the decorations. Winners were on Alhambra Unified School selected based on the highest scores city-wide. SEE MORE PHOTOS ON PAGE 5A District Board of Education: a call for applications he Alhambra Unified School District • Not disqualified by the Constitution or laws of Board of Education is accepting appli- the state from holding a civil office. CITY NEWS PAGE 2A cations to fill the vacancy for the full • An employee of the school district may not Tterm of the First Nominating District seat. Any be sworn into office as an elected or appointed CHAMBER NEWS PAGE 8A person eligible to hold office may obtain an ap- member of that school district’s governing board plication from the Office of the Superintendent, unless and until he or she resigns as an employee. COMMUNITY NEWS PAGE 11A Administration Building, 1515 W. Mission Road, If the employee does not resign, the employment Alhambra, Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 will automatically terminate upon being sworn into ACADEMIC NEWS PAGE 23A p.m. or on the district website www.ausd.us. office. In accordance with Education Code Section Interested parties who meet the legal mandates 35107, to be eligible to be elected or appointed as a for membership on the Board of Education are in- ALHAMBRA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE member of a governing board of a school district, an vited to submit an application, resume, and a letter 104 S. First Street Alhambra, CA 91801 interested party must be: of interest detailing their qualifications to: • Eighteen (18) years of age or older. Mr. Robert L. Gin, president • A citizen of the state. Board of Education • A resident of the school district (and within Alhambra Unified School District the First District boundaries for this seat). 1515 W. Mission Road • A registered voter. Alhambra, CA 91803 >> see AUSD APPLICATIONS Page 26A 2A CITY NEWS AROUND ALHAMBRA 01/2019 Mayor’s Corner Happy New Year, Alhambra! if slightly hectic — time of year as it reminds free by the end of 2045. As a member of provide one upon request. us to count our blessings and to take time to the local Clean Power Alliance, Alhambra Be sure to stay up to date on these and appreciate our collective good fortune. is well on its way to meet these goals. many other measures going into effect soon. As we move into the New Year, it’s more • California Consumer Privacy Act Alhambra’s run for the roses than just the calendar that changes. We of 2018 (AB 375) — In response to On New Year’s Day, you may join also welcome a new balance of power in rising concerns about online and digital millions of others around the world in our federal government, a new California security, Assemblymember Ed Chau, who watching the Tournament of Roses Parade governor, new legislators, and, in Alhambra, represents Alhambra in the State Assembly, either in person or on TV. If so, please keep a new City Council. These changes may authored this new law which will provide an eye out for Alhambra’s entry, Home present challenges to our city, but they will online consumers a wide variety of protec- Tweet Home, which was inspired by the also provide opportunities for our commu- tions and choices in how their personal and design of Miss Grace Blackwell, a student nity to evolve and progress in exciting new consumer data is collected and used online. at St. Therese School. This year represents directions. I am anxious to begin working (Effective 2020) the 91st year Alhambra has participated in with my new colleagues on the council on • California Internet Consumer Pro- the Rose Parade, a wonderful tradition for important issues that affect our residents. tection and Net Neutrality Act of 2018 (SB our community. New year, new laws 822) — This law prohibits internet service Not a resolution, a recommitment On a state level, there were many new and data providers from blocking or “throt- I’ve never been big on New Year’s resolu- By Mayor Jeff Maloney bills signed into law that will affect residents tling” information over the internet based on tions, since most things worth resolving we throughout the state over the next few years. the content or origin. All information over probably should have been doing anyway! Some highlights: the internet is required to be treated equally. However, for 2019, I will recommit to be- • The 100 Percent Clean Energy Act of • Single Use Plastic Straws (AB 1884) ing an open and accessible public servant, With the holiday season drawing to a 2018 (SB 100) — This new law sets goals — As of Jan. 1, this new law will give a proponent of good government, and a close, I hope that you’ve been able to step for California to reduce its reliance on fossil diners the choice of whether or not to use supporter of civic engagement in our fair back from the daily grind and spend some fuels for energy. Under this act, 50% of the disposable plastic straws when eating at full City of Alhambra. quality time with your friends and family. state’s energy production must be carbon service restaurants. Such restaurants may Happy New Year and best wishes for a My family and I always enjoy this festive — free by the end of 2026 and 100% carbon not provide straws automatically but will wonderful 2019! Spark of Love: it takes a village The Alhambra Fire Department, Alhambra, and the organizers of the who gave their time and talents. the YMCA of West San Gabriel Valley, Spark of Love Christmas toy drive thank Everyone working together for a the Alhambra Police Department, the everyone who donated toys, money, common goal made Spark of Love a big Alhambra School District, the City of food, etc. Thanks also to the volunteers success. Many kids got Christmas presents thanks to the Spark of Love toy drive. 01/2019 AROUND ALHAMBRA 3A New Year’s resolution: Get fit the Planet Fitness way With the dawn of a new year, it is time education at Planet Fitness. Members regis- to set goals for yourself. What do you want ter at the front desk for the class they want to accomplish in the next 12 months? If and show up to the scheduled appointment one of your goals is to get and stay fit then with a trainer. why not enlist an entire team to support He or she can provide you with a you? complete demonstration so that you will On your first day at any Planet Fitness become comfortable with that work station (we recommend the one in Alhambra), you in no time! Once you know how to use the will find a staff that is ready and willing to equipment that gives you the results you help you. They won’t disturb you if you want, your gym experience will be much know what you want to do, but a simple more productive.