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This week’s Cochino List includes Mariscos Hector

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The OC Health Care Agency has released a list of the eateries (including restaurants, caterers and even school kitchens) that they inspected and shut down for the week of Oct. 3 to Oct. 11. Most of these eateries reopen pretty quickly after the health inspectors determine their issues have been resolved.

  • Mariscos Hector, 1208 E. McFadden Ave., Santa Ana, Closed: Oct. 4, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: Oct. 4
  • Update: La Vaquita at 1633 S. Standard Ave., Santa Ana, which was ordered closed Oct. 2 because of a cockroach infestation, was allowed to reopen Oct. 7.
  • Sanukiseimen Mugimaru and Don Don Tei at Mitsuwa Marketplace, 665 Paularino Ave., Costa Mesa, Closed: Oct. 10, Reason: Cockroach infestation
  • Sky Express at Mitsuwa Marketplace, 665 Paularino Ave., Costa Mesa, Closed: Oct. 10, Reason: Cockroach infestation
  • Which Wich?, 2963 Michelson Drive, Suite C, Irvine, Closed: Oct. 9, Reason: Operating without a valid health permit, Reopened: Oct. 9
  • Nekter Juice Bar, 6793 Quail Hill Parkway, Irvine, Closed: Oct. 9, Reason: Operating without a valid health permit, Reopened: Oct. 9
  • Primi Donuts, 17655 Harvard Ave., Suite B, Irvine, Closed: Oct. 9, Reason: Operating without a valid health permit, Reopened: Oct. 9
  • IHOP, 1560 S. Harbor Blvd., Anaheim, Closed: Oct. 8, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: Oct. 8
  • Pokeworks, 15333 Culver Drive, Suite 410, Irvine, Closed: Oct. 8, Reason: Operating without a valid health permit, Reopened: Oct. 8
  • Johnny’s Real New York Pizza, 2756 E. Coast Highway, Newport Beach, Closed: Oct. 8, Reason: Operating without a valid health permit, Reopened: Oct. 8
  • 2145 Pizza, 2145 Placentia Ave., Costa Mesa, Closed: Oct. 8, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: Oct. 10
  • Star Liquor Jr. Mart, 1210 S. State College Blvd., Suite A, Anaheim, Closed: Oct. 8, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: Oct. 9
  • Taco Bell, 16431 Bolsa Chica Road, Huntington Beach, Closed: Oct. 7, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: Oct. 8
  • Happy Days Restaurant, 13135 Brookhurst St., Suite 8, Garden Grove, Closed: Oct. 7, Reason: Insufficient hot water
  • Cafeteria at Del Sol School, 5400 Myra Ave., Cypress, Closed: Oct. 7, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: Oct. 8
  • Maru Sushi, 15362 W. Goldenwest St., Westminster, Closed: Oct. 7, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: Oct. 8
  • Dimi’s Food Stand, 10801 Garden Grove Blvd., Garden Grove, Closed: Oct. 4, Reason: Plumbing in disrepair, Reopened: Oct. 4
  • Myungdong Tofu House, 5446 Beach Blvd., Buena Park, Closed: Oct. 3, Reason: Fire or other disaster damage, Reopened: Oct. 3
  • Update: Valerio’s at 649 N. Euclid St., Anaheim, which was ordered closed Oct. 2 because of a cockroach infestation, was allowed to reopen Oct. 9.

This week’s Cochino List includes Archie’s Corner Market and La Vaquita

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The OC Health Care Agency has released a list of the eateries (including restaurants, caterers and even school kitchens) that they inspected and shut down for the week of Sept. 26 to Oct. 4. Most of these eateries reopen pretty quickly after the health inspectors determine their issues have been resolved.

  • Archie’s Corner Market at Valero station, 4502 Westminster Ave., Santa Ana, Closed: Sept. 27, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: Sept. 28
  • La Vaquita, 1633 S. Standard Ave., Santa Ana, Closed: Oct. 2, Reason: Cockroach infestation
  • Alberto’s, 12521 Harbor Blvd., Garden Grove, Closed: Oct. 2, Reason: Operating without a valid health permit, Reopened: Oct. 2
  • Art Of The Party, 17290 Newhope St., Suite A, Fountain Valley, Closed: Oct. 1, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: Oct. 2
  • Ohana Hawaiian Grill, 17582 E. 17th St., Suite 104, Tustin, Closed: Sept. 27, Reason: Sewage overflow, Reopened: Sept. 28
  • Valerio’s, 649 N. Euclid St., Anaheim, Closed: Oct. 2, Reason: Cockroach infestation
  • India Grill, 5373 Katella Ave., Suite E, Cypress, Closed: Oct. 2, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: Oct. 4
  • Dickey’s Barbecue Pit at Buena Park Downtown, 8300 La Palma Ave., Suite A-1, Buena Park, Closed: Sept. 30, Reason: Insufficient hot water, Reopened: Oct. 1
  • Ginza Sushi, 1068 E. Bastanchury Road, Suite B, Fullerton, Closed: Sept. 26, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: Sept. 27
  • Ricas Tortas y Mariscos, 2821 E. White Star Ave., Suite J, Anaheim, Closed: Sept. 26, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: Sept. 30
  • Update: Donut Star at 22331 El Toro Road, Suite D, Lake Forest, which was ordered closed Sept. 27 because of insufficient hot water, was allowed to reopen Sept. 28.
  • Update: My Pho at 3426 E. Chapman Ave., Orange, which was ordered closed Sept. 27 because of a cockroach infestation, was allowed to reopen Sept. 28.
  • Update: Moros Cuban Restaurant at 1299 S. Harbor Blvd., La Habra, which was ordered closed Sept. 26 because of a cockroach infestation, was allowed to reopen Sept. 27.
  • Update: 25 Degrees at 412 Walnut Ave., Huntington Beach, which was ordered closed Sept. 25 because of a cockroach infestation, was allowed to reopen Sept. 28.
  • Update: China Impression at 1505 Mesa Verde Drive, Suite B, Costa Mesa, which was ordered closed Sept. 25 because of a cockroach infestation, was allowed to reopen Oct. 1.

Savor Santa Ana returns to DSTA on Saturday, October 12th

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All-ages food festival features fall carnival, tastings from 40+ unique, local and Michelin-rated restaurants and bars:

Santa Ana, CA – Orange County’s premier all-ages sidewalk food festival featuring more than forty tastes from downtown Santa Ana restaurants, Savor Santa Ana, returns Saturday, October 12th.

At Savor Santa Ana, sample tastes from unique, local and Michelin-rated restaurants and bars throughout downtown Santa Ana. Live musicians and local youth performance groups will perform in pop-up shows along the sidewalks, and a trolley will provide free rides around downtown. The theme will be “Fall Food Carnival,” featuring fire dancers, mystique, and fall food flavors.

This marks the seventh Savor Santa Ana festival for downtown Santa Ana, serving thousands of visitors since 2014. Organizers expect to sell the 150,000th tasting ticket this October, a milestone reminiscent of the 150th anniversary of the founding of the City of Santa Ana this year.

Savor Santa Ana tickets are just $10 for 5 tasting tickets. Tickets are available online for pre-purchase at savorsantaana.com, and are available cash-only onsite at Savor Santa Ana. The event takes place Saturday, October 12th from 5:30pm to 9:30pm in downtown Santa Ana.

“Savor Santa Ana is about experiencing food all over downtown,” said Ryan Smolar, event organizer and Lead Consultant to Downtown, Inc., a nonprofit association representing more than 600 downtown Santa Ana restaurants, offices, and retailers. “Whether you know downtown a little or a lot, this is a chance to explore, eat, and have fun with friends and family.”

Downtown Santa Ana (DTSA) is emerging as Orange County’s “favorite food district” with two food halls and dozens of food cuisines including northern and central Latin American dishes, millennial-generation experimental foods, modern Filipino, wine bars and bistros, and central and southeast Asian traditional and fusion fares.

PREVIOUS YEAR HIGHLIGHTS:

★ Alta Baja Market: Adovada Tacos, Frito Pies, Mera Mera Micheladas ★ Blackmarket
Bakery: Pumpkin Pie Tarts, Banana Split S’mores, Lemon-Lime Tarts ★ Chunk N Chip: Chipotle Peach Ice Cream Sandwich with Honey Biscuit Cookies ★ Dos Chinos: Curry Tacos ★ Irenia Restaurant: Mani (Filipino Peanut Snack) ★ Good Beer Company: OC Craft Beer ★ Copper Door: XOXO Ice Cream Float Cocktail

2019 EVENT FEATURES

— Restaurant Tastings and East End Incubator Kitchen Tastings
— Fall Food Carnival with fire dancers
— Free Trolley Rides
— Live Music and Youth Group Performances
— Cool craft beer and cocktails for the adults!
— New Restaurants like El Indio Botanas y Cervezas, Next Round DTSA and classics like Chapter One: The Modern Local and The Good Beer Co.

2019 TICKETS

Get 5 tasting tickets for $10, and use your senses (or our handy map!) to guide yourself around downtown Santa Ana. Buy tickets online in advance at SavorSantaAna.com.

Tickets will also be available for purchase during Savor Santa Ana at two locations: East End: 4th and Spurgeon, and West End: 4th and Broadway. Ticket booths will open at 5 pm and will be CASH ONLY. For questions, please email info@downtown-inc.com

This week’s Cochino List includes Birreria Nochistlan, El Picante and Cafe Ta-Go

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The OC Health Care Agency has released a list of the eateries (including restaurants, caterers and even school kitchens) that they inspected and shut down for the week of Sept. 12 to Sept. 20. Most of these eateries reopen pretty quickly after the health inspectors determine their issues have been resolved.

Birrieria Nochistlan, 1628 S. Standard Ave., Santa Ana, Closed: Sept. 17, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: Sept. 18

El Picante, 1610 S. Standard Ave., Santa Ana, Closed: Sept. 17, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: Sept. 18

Cafe Ta-Go, 5210 W. 1st St., Suite D, Santa Ana, Closed: Sept. 12, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: Sept. 13

M Bakery, 13038 Chapman Ave., Garden Grove, Closed: Sept. 19, Reason: Rodent infestation

Beba’s, 1909 E. Lincoln Ave., Anaheim, Closed: Sept. 17, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: Sept. 18

Gyu-Kaku, 14181 Newport Ave., Suites A-B, Tustin, Closed: Sept. 16, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: Sept. 17

AM/PM at Arco station, 519 S. Harbor Blvd., Fullerton, Closed: Sept. 12, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: Sept. 13

Kitchen at Holiday Inn, 1240 S. Walnut St., Anaheim, Closed: Sept. 12,

Reason: Sewage overflow, Reopened: Sept. 12

Palm Tree Cafe at Clarion Hotel, 616 W. Convention Way, Anaheim, Closed: Sept. 12, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: Sept. 12

Enjoy carne asada tacos and coffee with SAPD police officers on 9/28 and 10/2

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Santa Ana residents have an opportunity on Saturday, Sep. 28, 2019, to get to know their local police officers while enjoying free Carne Asada tacos and drinks, courtesy of Northgate Market.

The event, “Carne Asada with Cops,” will run from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., just in time for lunch, at the Northgate Market located at 1120 S. Bristol St., in Santa Ana.

In related news the SAPD is celebrating National Coffee with a Cop and Trunk & Treat on Wed., Oct. 2, 2019, from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. at the Starbucks located at 2303 S. Bristol St., in Santa Ana.

Stop by and get a cup of coffee and a special trunk or treat event! FREE family event & don’t forget to bring your costume!

Savor Santa Ana is returning to DTSA on Oct. 12

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Savor Santa Ana is returning to Downtown Santa Ana on Saturday, October 12 from 5:30 pm-9:30 pm.

Savor Santa Ana is a fun night of friends and food. $10 gets you five tasting tickets at your choice of nearly 50 distinctive restaurants and artisanal food producers across Downtown Santa Ana!

https://youtu.be/RXzHrrvZlDw

Savor Santa Ana is a walkable food festival that gets you into downtown’s restaurants: your tastings will occur at downtown restaurants that you will walk around to. Stroll the sidewalks and enjoy live music along the way, or hop on to our free historic trolley for a ride to your next destination.

Check out menu items and food pics on Downtown Inc.’s Facebook/Instagram and click here.

EVENT FEATURES

— Restaurant Tastings and East End Incubator Kitchen Tastings
— Old Fashioned Trolley
— Music, Exploring and Hanging Out!
— Cool craft beer and cocktails for the adults!

TICKETS

You get 5 tasting tickets for $10 and use your senses (or our handy map!) to guide yourself around DTSA. Order tickets in advance, or at the event at our Ticket Booths on the Spurgeon Promenade (4th and Spurgeon) or Artists’ Village Promenade. Day-of tickets are cash only! Click here to buy the tickets.

LOCATION:

Downtown Santa Ana Historic District at N. Spurgeon and 4th St., Santa Ana

MORE INFO:

Website: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/savor-santa-ana-2019-tickets-71613356477
Email: info@downtown-inc.com
Phone: 213-268-4924
Contact: (714) 702-5097

About Downtown Inc.:

Downtown Santa Ana is an independent and unexpected urban center for Orange County where visitors and locals enjoy the cutting edge of Orange County’s emerging arts and farm-to-table restaurant, craft beer and cocktail scenes. Our mission is to facilitate the enhancement of downtown Santa Ana as a vibrant shopping, dining, entertainment, business and cultural destination for all.

This week’s Cochino List includes Mixabowl, The Orchard and Tutti Frutti

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The OC Health Care Agency has released a list of the eateries (including restaurants, caterers and even school kitchens) that they inspected and shut down for the week of Aug. 29 to Sept. 6. Most of these eateries reopen pretty quickly after the health inspectors determine their issues have been resolved.

  • Mixabowl at MainPlace Mall, 2800 N. Main St., Suite 11, Santa Ana, Closed: Sept. 5, Reason: Cockroach infestation
  • Kitchen at The Orchard Affordable Housing Project, 2151 E. First St., Santa Ana, Closed: Sept. 3, Reason: Cockroach infestation
  • Tutti Frutti at MainPlace Mall, 2800 N. Main St., Suite 156, Santa Ana, Closed: Sept. 3, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: Sept. 5
  • Burrito Brothers, 1403 E. Lambert Road, Suite B, La Habra, Closed: Sept. 5, Reason: Cockroach infestation
  • Am/Pm at Arco gas station, 6982 Westminster Ave., Westminster, Closed: Sept. 4, Reason: Rodent infestation
  • Moros, 1299 S. Harbor Blvd., La Habra, Closed: Sept. 4, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: Sept. 5
  • El Panke Bakery, 1334 E. Chapman Ave., Fullerton, Closed: Sept. 4, Reason: Rodent infestation
  • Long Hai, 682 El Camino Real, Tustin, Closed: Aug. 29, Reason: Cockroach infestation
  • ExtraMile at Chevron gas station, 6971 Beach Blvd., Buena Park, Permit downgraded to prepackaged foods only: Aug. 29, Reason: Insufficient hot water/plumbing in disrepair, Full permit reinstated: Aug. 30
  • ACE Sushi at Albertsons, 33601 Del Obispo St., Dana Point, Closed: Aug. 29, Reason: Sewage overflow, Reopened: Aug. 29
  • Tripoli Pastry, 512 S. Brookhurst St., Suites 5-6, Anaheim, Closed: Aug. 29, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: Sept. 1
  • Mi La Cay, 8924 Bolsa Ave., Westminster, Closed: Aug. 29, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: Aug. 30
  • El Calor, 2916 W. Lincoln Ave., Anaheim, Closed: Aug. 29, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: Aug. 31
  • Almokhtar, 401 S. Brookhurst St., Anaheim, Closed: Aug. 29, Reason: Plumbing in disrepair
  • Albertsons, 33601 Del Obispo St., Dana Point, Closed: Aug. 29, Reason: Sewage overflow, Reopened: Aug. 29
  • Update: Dey’s Donuts & Croissants at 6494 Edinger Ave., Huntington Beach, which was closed Aug. 30 because of a cockroach infestation, was allowed to reopen Aug. 30.
  • Cristi’s Restaurant at 821 S. Beach Blvd., Anaheim, which was ordered closed Aug. 29 because of a cockroach infestation, was allowed to reopen Aug. 30.
  • Tana at 2622 W. La Palma Ave., Anaheim, which was ordered closed Aug. 27 because of a cockroach infestation, was allowed to reopen Aug. 30.

This week’s Cochino List includes Taco Bell and the kitchen at St. Edna Rehab

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The OC Health Care Agency has released a list of the eateries (including restaurants, caterers and even school kitchens) that they inspected and shut down for the week of Aug. 22 to Aug. 30. Most of these eateries reopen pretty quickly after the health inspectors determine their issues have been resolved.

  • Taco Bell, 2720 W. Edinger Ave., Santa Ana, Closed: Aug. 22, Reason: Sewage overflow, Reopened: Aug. 22
  • Kitchen at St. Edna, 1929 N. Fairview St., Santa Ana, Closed: Aug. 23, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: Aug. 24
  • Dey’s Donuts & Croissants, 6494 Edinger Ave., Huntington Beach,
  • Closed: Aug. 30, Reason: Cockroach infestation
  • Cristi’s Restaurant, 821 S. Beach Blvd., Anaheim, Closed: Aug. 29, Reason: Cockroach infestation
  • El Sabroso Grill, 214 W. Santa Fe Ave., Placentia, Closed: Aug. 27, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: Aug. 29
  • Tana, 2622 W. La Palma Ave., Anaheim, Closed: Aug. 27, Reason: Cockroach infestation
  • Jasmine Thai Cuisine, 14071 Goldenwest St., Westminster, Closed: Aug. 27, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: Aug. 30
  • Diablo’s Music Lounge, 1750 W. Lincoln Ave., Anaheim, Closed: Aug. 23, Reason: Cockroach infestation
  • Update: Crepe Coop at Anaheim Packing House, 440 S. Anaheim Blvd., Suite 105, Anaheim, which was ordered closed Aug. 20 because of a cockroach infestation, was allowed to reopen Aug. 26

41st Annual Santa Ana Fiestas Patrias Festival performers announced

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The City of Santa Ana’s 41st annual Fiestas Patrias Festival is taking place on Saturday, September 14 and Sunday, September 15, 2019. The festivities begin at 12:00 p.m. each day on Flower Street and Santa Ana Blvd. This annual tradition celebrates Santa Ana’s vibrant Mexican culture with A-list performers each night, delicious food, affordable shopping, interactive activities, exciting carnival rides for children of all ages, and a beer garden open for adults only to enjoy cold, refreshing beverages while enjoying on stage performances.

On Saturday, September 14, the festivities begin with a performance by Angeles Ochoa. Ms. Ochoa’s talents go beyond expectations; her versatility and great personality have opened many doors and have led her to be recognized not only for her voice, but also for her presence and hard work. She was host of “Noches Tapatias,” a program dedicated to Mexico’s cultural and musical richness. She received multiple awards and recognition for her work; “El Canto de Oro” (Golden Voice), and “Embajadora de Turismo” (Tourism Ambassador), “La Reyna de la Cancion Ranchera” (The Queen of Mexican Folk Music) and the list goes on.

Thereafter, the City of Santa Ana along with the Consulate of Mexico will host the annual El Grito Ceremony on the Festival’s main stage, located on Flower Street beginning at 7:00 p.m. on Saturday, September 14, The ceremony honors the traditional call to arms on the eve of Mexican Independence Day and is a massive, synchronized call that dates back to 1810 and celebrates the anniversary of the fight for Mexican Independence.

Following the El Grito ceremony, acclaimed Mexican Singer El Dasa will be performing on the festival’s main stage. At age 15, El Dasa became the lead singer of Banda Costa Azul, from Hermosillo, Sonora. He also participated in the edition of Mexico’s La Academia 6: Última Generación, At age 18, he was hired by Vicente Fernandez as his driver, where El Dasa would sing for his idol. The Mexican icon was moved by El Dasa’s singing and invited him on-stage with him at the Gibson Amphitheater for an “Amor de los Dos,” duet and encouraged the audience to support his career.

The festival celebration continues on Sunday, September 15 as the Rieleros del Norte take the stage. Since the ’80s, Los Rieleros del Norte have been one of the top bands in traditional Mexican music. Their specialty is norteño, an exuberant, often sentimental style that is also known as conjunto or Tex-Mex. Los Rieleros del Norte have recorded many albums over the years. These include; Estampida Norteña, Prieta Orgullosa, Aventura Pasada, and many other albums which have now become classics in regional Mexican music. One of their biggest hits was 1999’s “Te Quiero Mucho,” which reached number one on Billboard’s Hot Latin Tracks chart. Between 2003 and 2015, they placed no less than five albums in the Top 200, and ten more on Top Latin and Mexican Regional charts including Abriendo Caminos, Y Que el Mundo Ruede, En Vivo Para Ti, and 2015’s Corridos y Canciones de Mi Tierra.

A major event highlight on Sunday is the City’s annual Fiestas Patrias Parade from 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. Over 100 parade entries will be showcased this year. The Fiestas Patrias parade will march down Main Street towards Civic Center Drive. This year’s parade theme is “Celebrando Nuestro Legado” or “Celebrating our Legacy”.

The 2019 Fiestas Patrias event is being produced by the City of Santa Ana. For more information, please visit link www.santa-ana.org/events/fiestaspatrias or contact the Special Events Office at (714) 571-4227.

SANTA ANA – La Ciudad de Santa Ana celebrara el 41o Festival Anual de Fiestas Patrias el sábado, 14 y domingo 15 de septiembre, 2019. Las festividades darán inicio ambos días a las 12 del mediodía en la Calle Flower y Santa Ana Blvd. Esta tradición anual celebra la vibrante cultura Mexicana de Santa Ana con entretenimiento que incluye artistas de primer nivel, comida deliciosa, artesanías tradicionales, actividades interactivas con grandes juegos mecánicos para niños de todas las edades, y un jardín de cerveza (abierto sólo para adultos) para disfrutar bebidas refrescantes.

El sábado, 14 de septiembre las festividades darán inicio con la presentación de Ángeles Ochoa. El talento, versatilidad, y gran personalidad de la Sra. Ochoa le han llevado a abrir muchas puertas y ser reconocida no solo por su voz, sino también por su presencia y excelente trabajo. La Sra. Ochoa fue anfitriona de “Noches Tapatías”, un programa dedicado a la riqueza musical y cultural de México. Recibió múltiples premios y reconocimientos por su trabajo tales como “El Canto de Oro”, “Embajadora de Turismo”, “La Reyna de la Canción Ranchera”, y muchos más.

Continuando con las festividades, la Ciudad de Santa Ana en colaboración con el Consulado de México será el anfitrión de la ceremonia anual del Grito de Independencia, que se realizará el día 14 de septiembre a las 7:00p.m. en el escenario principal del Festival, localizado en la calle Flower. La ceremonia representa la tradicional llamada al levantamiento en armas en la víspera del día de la independencia de México. El llamado masivo y sincronizado se remonta a 1810 y celebra el aniversario de la lucha por la independencia de México.

Después de la ceremonia del Grito, el aclamado cantante El Dasa, se presentará en el escenario principal del festival.
A sus 15 años, El Dasa se convirtió en el vocalista de la Banda Costa Azul, de Hermosillo, Sonora. También participó en la edición de La Academia 6 de México: Última Generación. A los 18 años fue contratado por Vicente Fernández como su conductor, donde El Dasa acostumbraba cantar para su ídolo. El icono mexicano fue movido por el canto de El Dasa, lo invitó a cantar a dúo “Amor de los Dos” en el escenario del Anfiteatro Gibson y animó al público a apoyar su carrera.

La celebración continúa el domingo, 15 de septiembre con la presentación de Los Rieleros del Norte. Desde los años 80, Los Rieleros del Norte han sido una de las mejores bandas de música tradicional mexicana. Su especialidad es el norteño, un estilo exuberante y a menudo sentimental también conocido como conjunto o Tex-Mex. A través de los años Los Rieleros del Norte han grabado muchos álbums; estampida Norteña, Prieta Orgullosa, Aventura Pasada y muchos otros que se han convertido en clásicos de la música regional mexicana. Uno de sus mayores éxitos fue el de “Te Quiero Mucho,” y alcanzó el número uno de Hot Latin Tracks Billboard en 1999. Entre 2003 y 2015, colocaron nada menos que cinco álbumes en el Top 200, y diez más en las listas de Top Latino y Regional Mexicano incluyendo; Abriendo Caminos, Que el Mundo Ruede, Vivo Para Ti y Corridos Canciones de Mi Tierra.

Un destacado acontecimiento que también se llevará a cabo el domingo será el Desfile Fiestas Patrias de las 4:00 p.m. a las 6:00 p.m. Más de 100 unidades se presentarán este año. El desfile de Fiestas Patrias marchara por la Calle Main hacia la zona centro de la ciudad y sobre la Civic Center. El tema del desfile este año es “Celebrando Nuestro Legado”.

Fiestas Patrias es producido por la Ciudad de Santa Ana. Para más información sobre el evento, visite www.santa-ana.org/events/fiestaspatrias o llame a la oficina de Eventos Especiales al (714) 571-4227.

This week’s Cochino List includes Reyna Market and Uno Free Pizza

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The OC Health Care Agency has released a list of the eateries (including restaurants, caterers and even school kitchens) that they inspected and shut down for the week of Aug. 13 to Aug. 23 . Most of these eateries reopen pretty quickly after the health inspectors determine their issues have been resolved.

  • Reyna Market, 902 W. McFadden Ave., Santa Ana, Closed: Aug. 21, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: Aug. 21
  • Uno Free Pizza, 2525 W. 17th St., Suite I, Santa Ana, Closed: Aug. 19, Reason: Insufficient hot water, Reopened: Aug. 19
  • Goldenwest Diner, 13030 Goldenwest St., Westminster, Closed: Aug. 15, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: Aug. 16
  • Ho Nai 1 Poultry, 15070 Moran St., Westminster, Closed: Aug. 20, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: Aug. 21
  • Wendy’s, 468 E. 17th St., Costa Mesa, Closed: Aug. 21, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: Aug. 22
  • Red Tomato Pizza, 2794 W. Ball Road, Anaheim, Closed: Aug. 20, Reason: Insufficient hot water, Reopened: Aug. 21
  • Crepe Coop at Anaheim Packing House, 440 S. Anaheim Blvd., Suite 105, Anaheim, Closed: Aug. 20, Reason: Cockroach infestation
  • Knowlwood, 14952 Sand Canyon Ave., Irvine, Closed: Aug. 19, Reason: Sewage overflow, Reopened: Aug. 19
  • Knafeh Cafe, 866 S. Brookhurst St., Anaheim, Closed: Aug. 16, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: Aug. 17
  • Market at Divine Shine Car Wash and 76 station, 13561 Newport Ave., Tustin, Closed: Aug. 13, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: Aug. 14

Free Mariachi Festival set for Sep. 7 in DTSA

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Santa Ana, CA – The City of Santa Ana in partnership with Viva La Vida Santa Ana will host the MARIACHI FESTIVAL on Saturday, September 7, 2019, from 2pm-10pm in Downtown Santa Ana. The Mariachi Festival will include a vibrant line-up of mariachi bands, cultural dance performances, delicious food, and a variety of retail booths.

Residents, businesses, and visitors are welcome to enjoy the festivities at the MARIACHI FESTIVAL, an event that will celebrate the City’s 150th Anniversary. This is a community event and admission is FREE.

LOCATION
Sycamore Street between 4th Street & 5th Street in Downtown Santa Ana

ENTERTAINMENT
• Mariachi de Oro by Godinez Fundamental High School – SAUSD
• Mariachi de los Santos by Santa Ana High School – SAUSD
• RYTMO Mariachi Academy
• Estudiantina del Sol
• and more!

This event is sponsored by the City of Santa Ana, Viva La Vida Santa Ana. Special thanks to the Santa Ana Unified School District’s for their mariachi bands.

ABOUT THE FOOD
This event wouldn’t be complete without savory food such as: tortas, tacos, mulitas, burritos, hot dogs with all the toppings, corn on the cobb, ice cream, refreshing aguas frescas (flavored water), chopped fruit, churros and more.

ABOUT THE CITY
The City of Santa Ana was founded in October 27, 1869 by William H. Spurgeon and later incorporated as a city in 1886. The City of Santa Ana is the County seat, the second-most populous city in Orange County, and is widely known as “Downtown Orange County.” The City is proud to celebrate Santa Ana’s history, people, businesses, culture, public services, and vision.

CONTACT:
For additional details visit: www.santa-ana.org/SA150.

Julie Castro-Cardenas, City of Santa Ana, (714) 673-3619, jcastro-cardenas@santa-ana.org

For booth vendor information or sponsorship opportunities, please visit: vivalavidasantaana.com.

Rudy Cordova, Viva La Vida Santa Ana
(714) 333-6161
vivalavidasantaana@gmail.com

Festival de Mariachi – Sabado 7 de sept.

Santa Ana, CA – La ciudad de Santa Ana se colaboración con Viva La Vida Santa Ana presenta el FESTIVAL de MARIACHI el sábado 7 de septiembre de 2019, de 2 p.m. a 10 p.m., en el centro de Santa Ana. El Festival de Mariachi incluirá una vibrante línea de bandas de mariachis, espectáculos de danza folklórico, comida deliciosa y una variedad de puestos de venta.

Los residentes, los negocios y los visitantes pueden disfrutar de las festividades en el FESTIVAL de MARIACHI, un evento que celebrará el 150 aniversario de la Ciudad. Este es un evento comunitario y la entrada es GRATUITA.

UBICACIÓN
Calle Sycamore entre Calle 4 y Calle 5 en el centro de Santa Ana.

ENTRETENIMIENTO
• Mariachi de Oro por Godinez Fundamental High School – SAUSD
• Mariachi de los Santos por Santa Ana High School – SAUSD
• Academia de Mariachi RYTMO
• Estudiantina del Sol
• y muchos mas!

Este evento es patrocinado por la Ciudad de Santa Ana, Viva La Vida Santa Ana. Un agradecimiento especial al Distrito Escolar Unificado de Santa Ana por sus bandas de mariachis.

SOBRE LA COMIDA
Este evento no estaría completo sin una comida tan sabrosa, incluso: tortas, tacos, mulitas, burritos, nieve, refrescantes aguas frescas, fruta picada, churros y más.

SOBRE LA CIUDAD
La ciudad de Santa Ana fue fundada el 27 de octubre de 1869 por William H. Spurgeon y más tarde establecida en 1886. La ciudad de Santa Ana es la sede del condado, la segunda ciudad más poblada del condado de Orange, y es ampliamente conocida, como “Downtown Orange County”. La ciudad se enorgullece de celebrar la historia, las personas, las empresas, la cultura, los servicios públicos y la visión de Santa Ana.

CONTACTO
Para detalles adicionales visite: www.santa-ana.org/SA150.

Julie Castro-Cardenas, ciudad de Santa Ana
(714) 673-3619
jcastro-cardenas@santa-ana.org

Para obtener información sobre proveedores de stands u oportunidades de patrocinio, visite: vivalavidasantaana.com

Rudy Cordova, Viva La Vida Santa Ana, (714) 333-6161, vivalavidasantaana@gmail.com

This week’s Cochino List includes Mixabowl, Jobento and El Tapatio

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The OC Health Care Agency has released a list of the eateries (including restaurants, caterers and even school kitchens) that they inspected and shut down for the week of Aug. 8 to Aug. 16. Most of these eateries reopen pretty quickly after the health inspectors determine their issues have been resolved.

  • Mixabowl at MainPlace Mall, 2800 N. Main St., Suite 11, Santa Ana, Closed: Aug. 14, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: Aug. 15
  • Jobento, 1228 E. Edinger Ave., Santa Ana, Closed: Aug. 12, Reason: Rodent infestation
  • El Tapatio, 1214 E. Pomona St., Santa Ana, Closed: Aug. 12, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: Aug. 13
  • Tacos Jr.’s, 450 S. State College Blvd., Anaheim, Closed: Aug. 15, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: Aug. 16
  • Landers Liquor Bar, 2101 Harbor Blvd., Costa Mesa, Closed: Aug. 14, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: Aug. 15
  • Snack bar at Golfers Paradise, 1600 N. Harbor Blvd., Fullerton, Closed: Aug. 13, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: Aug. 14
  • Kitchen at The Meridian, 525 S. Anaheim Hills Road, Anaheim, Closed: Aug. 12, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: Aug. 13
  • Mini-market at Manny’s Family Hand Wash, 2762 El Camino Real, Tustin, Closed: Aug. 12, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: Aug. 13
  • Juice It Up!, 26921 Aliso Creek Road, Suite G, Aliso Viejo, Closed: Aug. 9, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: Aug. 16
  • L’amai Fusion, 9550 Bolsa Ave., Suite 115-F, Westminster, Closed: Aug. 9, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: Aug. 11
  • Out Of Bounds, 21022 Brookhurst St., Huntington Beach, Closed: Aug. 8, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: Aug. 9
  • Update: Hummingbird House Cafe at 26711 Verdugo St., San Juan Capistrano, which was ordered closed Aug. 8 because of insufficient hot water, was allowed to reopen Aug. 9.
  • Update: Xoi Hoang Huong at 7791 Westminster Blvd., Westminster, which was ordered closed Aug. 7 because of a cockroach infestation, was allowed to reopen Aug. 9.

This week’s Cochino List includes Xoi Hoang Huong

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The OC Health Care Agency has released a list of the eateries (including restaurants, caterers and even school kitchens) that they inspected and shut down for the week of Aug. 1 to Aug. 9. Most of these eateries reopen pretty quickly after the health inspectors determine their issues have been resolved.

  • Xoi Hoang Huong, 7791 Westminster Blvd., Westminster, Closed: Aug. 7, Reason: Cockroach infestation
  • Update: Lau Dong Que at 9066 Bolsa Ave., Westminster, which was ordered closed Aug. 2 because of insufficient hot water, was allowed to reopen Aug. 2.
  • Mariscos Perlas Del Mar, 1753 W. La Palma Ave., Anaheim, Closed: Aug. 8, Reason: Cockroach infestation
  • Pho 94, 619 N. Euclid St., Anaheim, Closed: Aug. 7, Reason: Cockroach infestation
  • Hummingbird House Cafe, 26711 Verdugo St., San Juan Capistrano, Closed: Aug. 8, Reason: Insufficient hot water
  • Hacienda On The Lake, 27792 Vista Del Lago, Suite D, Mission Viejo, Closed: Aug. 7, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: Aug. 8
  • Marisqueria La Jaiba Loka at Anaheim Marketplace, 1440 S. Anaheim Blvd., Suites I 18-20, Anaheim, Closed: Aug. 7, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: Aug. 7
  • Sweetbird at Anaheim Packing House, 440 S. Anaheim Blvd., Suite 107-A, Anaheim, Closed: Aug. 6, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: Aug. 8
  • Kitchen at Fairview Commons, 2283 Fairview Road, Costa Mesa, Closed: Aug. 6, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: Aug. 7
  • Taqueria El Rancho, 8040 Orangewood Ave., Stanton, Closed: Aug. 6, Reason: Lack of power/ lack of utilities
  • La Perla Restaurant, 515 W. La Habra Blvd., La Habra, Closed: Aug. 5, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: Aug. 8
  • Duffy’s, 531 W. Imperial Highway, La Habra, Closed: Aug. 2, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: Aug. 2
  • China Xpress & Hawaiian Grill, 8840 Knott Ave., Buena Park, Closed: Aug. 1, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: Aug. 8
  • Update: La Barca at 151 W. Whittier Blvd., La Habra, which was ordered closed July 31 because of a cockroach infestation, was allowed to reopen Aug. 6.

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This week’s Cochino List includes Mariscos Hector and Tutti Frutti

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The OC Health Care Agency has released a list of the eateries (including restaurants, caterers and even school kitchens) that they inspected and shut down for the week of July 25 to Aug. 2. Most of these eateries reopen pretty quickly after the health inspectors determine their issues have been resolved.

  • Mariscos Hector Nightclub, 1701 E. McFadden Ave., Suite K, Santa Ana, Closed: July 25, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: July 26
  • Tutti Frutti, 1702 N. Bristol St., Suite G, Santa Ana, Closed: July 31, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: July 31
  • Lau Dong Que, 9066 Bolsa Ave., Westminster, Closed: Aug. 2, Reason: Insufficient hot water
  • 7-Eleven, 8971 Katella Ave., Stanton, Closed: July 31, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: July 31
  • La Barca, 151 W. Whittier Blvd., La Habra, Closed: July 31, Reason: Cockroach infestation
  • Togo’s, 5642 E. La Palma Ave., Suite 104, Anaheim, Closed: July 30, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: July 31
  • Sawali, 3414 W. Ball Road, Suite G, Anaheim, Closed: July 30, Reason: Cockroach infestation
  • Bruxie, 180 Fifth St., Suite 120, Huntington Beach, Closed: July 29, Reason: Insufficient hot water, Reopened: July 31
  • Eurest cafe at Verizon, 15505 Sand Canyon Drive, Irvine, Closed: July 25, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: July 28
  • Update: Restaurant El Fortin, 10444 Dale Ave., Stanton, which was ordered closed July 25 because of a cockroach infestation, was allowed to reopen July 29.

This week’s Cochino List includes Fonda’s Cake Bakery, Bristol Swap Mall and Rite Aid

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The OC Health Care Agency has released a list of the eateries (including restaurants, caterers and even school kitchens) that they inspected and shut down for the week of July 16 to July 26. Most of these eateries reopen pretty quickly after the health inspectors determine their issues have been resolved.

  • Bristol Snack Bar at Bristol Swap Mall, 1204 S. Bristol St., Suite A3, Santa Ana, Closed: July 24, Reason: Insufficient hot water, Reopened: July 25
  • Fonda’s Cake Bakery, 12273 Westminster Ave., Santa Ana, Closed: July 16, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: July 24
  • Rite Aid, 1406 W. Edinger Ave., Santa Ana, Closed: July 18, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: July 19
  • Restaurant El Fortin, 10444 Dale Ave., Stanton, Closed: July 25, Reason: Cockroach infestation
  • A&M Donut, 1510 E. Collins Ave., Orange, Closed: July 23, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: July 23
  • Revolucion, 205 N. Harbor Blvd., Fullerton, Closed: July 23, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: July 24
  • Lau Dong Que, 9066 Bolsa Ave., Westminster, Closed: July 22, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: July 23
  • Tortas “Nice”, 616 W. Chapman Ave., Placentia, Closed: July 22, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: July 26
  • A.K.’s Donuts, 736 W. Chapman Ave., Placentia, Closed: July 19, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: July 20
  • Update: 7-Eleven at 12505 Beach Blvd., Suite A1, Stanton, which had its permit downgraded to prepackaged foods only July 17 because of insufficient hot water, had its full permit reinstated July 19.
  • Update: Thai Time Cuisine at 330 N. Harbor Blvd., La Habra, which was ordered closed July 16 because of a cockroach infestation, was allowed to reopen July 22