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Take a course on starting a food business in Santa Ana starting on Aug. 1

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City of Santa Ana

Community: The Whole Kitchen Sink: A 6-Week Crash Course on Starting a Food Business & Becoming a Food Entrepreneur

The City of Santa Ana in partnership with the 4th Street Market, and the Orange County/Inland Empire Small Business Development Center (SBDC) Network invite food entrepreneurs to participate in “The Whole Kitchen Sink”, a 6-week crash course on starting a food business.

The program in intended for individuals looking to start a food truck, sell homemade food products, or open a brick and mortar restaurant. In this hands-on program, participants will learn to start their business and use a commercial kitchen space. Continue reading→

This week’s Cochino List includes Jugos Victoria, Gu Ramen and Restaurant Acapulco

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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 13 to July 20, 2018. Most of these eateries reopen pretty quickly after the health inspectors determine their issues have been resolved. Here is the list:

  • Jugos Victoria, 1421 S. Main St., Santa Ana, Closed: July 20, Reason: Rodent infestation
  • Restaurant Acapulco, 2419 W. McFadden Ave., Suite 108, Santa Ana, Closed: July 20, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: July 20
  • La Bahia de Acapulco Market, 2429 W. McFadden Ave., Suite 109, Santa Ana, Closed: July 19, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: July 20
  • Gu Ramen, 304 N. Main St., Santa Ana, Closed: July 18, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: July 19
  • Carl’s Jr., 1943 E. 17th St., Santa Ana, Closed: July 17, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: July 17
  • Mary Restaurant, 1819 S. Main St., Santa Ana, Closed: July 13, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: July 13

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This week’s Cochino List includes Tacos Veloz, Pacific Market and Disneyland

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Rodent problem at a Disneyland Lemonade Cart

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 June 29 to July 6, 2018. Most of these eateries reopen pretty quickly after the health inspectors determine their issues have been resolved. Here is the list:

  • El Taco Veloz, 1730 E. 17th St., Suite H, Santa Ana, Closed: July 2, Reason: Cockroach infestation
  • Pacific Market, 511 N. Harbor Blvd., Santa Ana, Closed: June 29, Reason: Cockroach infestation
  • Update: Hacienda Arzate at 1502 E. First St., Santa Ana, closed June 25 for operating without a valid health permit, reopened June 29.
  • Lemonade cart at Disneyland, 1313 S. Harbor Blvd., Anaheim, Closed: June 29, Reason: Rodent infestation

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This week’s Cochino List includes Hector’s on Broadway and Big K’s Burger

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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 June 22, 2018 – June 29, 2018. Most of these eateries reopen pretty quickly after the health inspectors determine their issues have been resolved. Here is the list:

  • Hectors, 409 N. Broadway, Santa Ana, Closed: June 26, Reason: Rodent infestation
  • Food Mart at Libra One Gasoline, 1131 S. Main St., Santa Ana, Closed: June 28, Reason: Cockroach infestation
  • Paqueteria Tzicatian, 1329 S. Main St., Suite B, Santa Ana, Closed: June 27, Reason: Rodent infestation
  • Happy’s Liquor, 2002 S. Flower St., Santa Ana, Closed: June 27, Reason: Rodent infestation

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This week’s Cochino List includes Genki Sushi, Crave and La Michoacana Premium

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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 June 15 – June 22, 2018. Most of these eateries reopen pretty quickly after the health inspectors determine their issues have been resolved. Here is the list:

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The SAUSD is providing free summer meals to kids under 18 years old

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This Summer in Santa Ana, Nutritious Breakfast and Lunch Meals at No Charge!

School is out and everyone is looking forward to enjoying an unforgettable summer full of fun and games among friends and family. In the City of Santa Ana, CA, all of the students receive meals each school day at no charge. Unfortunately, many young children are at risk of experiencing food insecurity during the summer. The summer time can be a challenging time to find adequate nutritious meals as offered during the regular school year. Continue reading→

This week’s Cochino List includes Santa Ana’s El Rey del Marisco and Donut Star

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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 June 1 – June 8, 2018. Most of these eateries reopen pretty quickly after the health inspectors determine their issues have been resolved. Here is the list:

  • El Rey del Marisco, 501 N. Harbor Blvd., Suite E, Santa Ana, Closed: June 7, Reason: Cockroach infestation
  • Donut Star, 902 W. First St., Santa Ana, Closed: June 6, Reason: Sewage overflow
  • TLT Food at Irvine Spectrum Center, 705 Spectrum Center Drive, Irvine, Closed: June 8, Reason: Rodent infestation

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This week’s Cochino List includes a 7-11 and a CVS in Santa Ana

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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 May 18 – May 25, 2018. Most of these eateries reopen pretty quickly after the health inspectors determine their issues have been resolved. Here is the list:

  • 7-Eleven, 902 W. First St., Santa Ana, Closed: May 23, Reason: Rodent infestation
  • CVS Pharmacy, 228 N. Harbor Blvd., Santa Ana, Closed: May 22, Reason: Rodent infestation
  • Best Vegetarian World at 5110 Westminster Ave., Suite I, Santa Ana, closed May 18 because of a cockroach infestation, reopened May 24
  • Tommy Market,, 203 S. Main St., Santa Ana, closed May 17 because of a rodent infestation, reopened May 18

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This week’s Cochino List includes Best Vegetarian World and Tommy Market, in Santa Ana

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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 May 11 – May 18, 2018. Most of these eateries reopen pretty quickly after the health inspectors determine their issues have been resolved. Here is the list:

  • Best Vegetarian World, 5110 Westminster Ave., Suite I, Santa Ana, Closed: May 18, Reason: Cockroach infestation
  • Tommy Market, 203 Main St., Santa Ana, Closed: May 17, Reason: Rodent infestation
  • Lucky Center Market at 3502 W. Fifth St. in Santa Ana, closed May 10 because of a rodent infestation

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This week’s Cochino List includes the school cafeterias at Willard Intermediate and Cole Academy

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Are those chocolate chips or something else?

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 May 4 – May 11, 2018. Most of these eateries reopen pretty quickly after the health inspectors determine their issues have been resolved. Here is the list:

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This week’s Cochino List includes a CPK in Tustin

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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 April 27 – May 4. Most of these eateries reopen pretty quickly after the health inspectors determine their issues have been resolved. Here is the list:

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This week’s Cochino List includes the kitchens at St. Anne’s School and the Boys and Girls Club of Santa Ana

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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 April 20 – April 27. Most of these eateries reopen pretty quickly after the health inspectors determine their issues have been resolved. Here is the list:

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This week’s Cochino List includes the Bars at the Observatory in Santa Ana

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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 April 13 – April 20. Most of these eateries reopen pretty quickly after the health inspectors determine their issues have been resolved. Here is the list:

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This week’s Cochino List includes Santa Ana Healthcare and Wellness Center and a Corner Bakery Cafe

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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 April 6 – April 13. Most of these eateries reopen pretty quickly after the health inspectors determine their issues have been resolved. Here is the list:

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This week’s Cochino List includes Santa Ana’s El Tapatio, Hidden House Coffee and the Happy Buffet

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The OC Health Care Agency has released a list of the eateries they inspected and shut down for the week of March 30 – April 6. Most of these eateries reopen pretty quickly after the health inspectors determine their issues have been resolved. Here is the list:

  • El Tapatio Restaurant, 1214 E. Pomona St., Santa Ana; rodent infestation; closed April 2, reopened April 3.
  • Hidden House Coffee, 511 E. Santa Ana Blvd., Santa Ana; rodent infestation; closed April 3, reopened April 3.
  • Centro de Nutricion, 12627 Westminster Blvd., Santa Ana; lack of power/utilities; closed April 5, reopened April 5.
  • Happy Buffet, 2158 S. Bristol St., Santa Ana; rodent infestation; closed April 4, reopened April 5.
  • Quattro Caffé at South Coast Plaza, 3333 Bristol St., Costa Mesa; cockroach infestation; closed April 6.
  • Saigon 9 Restaurant, 12801 Harbor Blvd., Garden Grove; cockroach infestation; closed April 4, reopened April 5.
  • Com Viet, 10131 Westminster Ave., Garden Grove; cockroach infestation; closed April 4.
  • Sweet Origin, 92 Corporate Park, Irvine; operating without a valid health permit; closed April 5, reopened April 5.
  • Big Dan’s Donuts, 252 S. Euclid St., Anaheim; cockroach infestation; closed April 4.
  • Crawfish Cave, 150 S. Harbor Blvd., Fullerton; rodent infestation; closed April 3, reopened April 3.
  • Great China Kitchen, 9904 Katella Ave., Anaheim; cockroach infestation; closed April 3, reopened April 4.
  • Inka Mama’s, 821 Via Suerte Ave., San Clemente; cockroach infestation; closed April 3, reopened April 4.
  • Mas’ Chinese Islamic Restaurant, 601 E. Orangethorpe Ave., Anaheim; cockroach infestation; closed April 3, reopened April 4.
  • La Carreta Supermarket, 4637 E. Chapman Ave., Orange; plumbing in disrepair; closed April 3, reopened April 3.
  • Knowlwood, 5665 E. La Palma Ave., Anaheim; cockroach infestation; closed April 3.
  • Curry House, 10953 Meridian Drive, Cypress, sewage overflow; closed March 31, reopened April 1.
  • Sushi World, 10953 Meridian Drive, Cypress; sewage overflow; closed March 31, reopened April 1.