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<!--Generated by Squarespace Site Server v5.9.2 (http://www.squarespace.com/) on Wed, 10 Mar 2010 16:48:14 GMT--><rdf:RDF xmlns:rdf="http://www.w3.org/1999/02/22-rdf-syntax-ns#" xmlns:rss="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/" xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:sy="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/syndication/" xmlns:admin="http://webns.net/mvcb/" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:cc="http://web.resource.org/cc/"><rss:channel rdf:about="http://www.tacodelmarweb.com/blog/"><rss:title>Happy Valley &amp; West Linn</rss:title><rss:link>http://www.tacodelmarweb.com/blog/</rss:link><rss:description></rss:description><dc:language>en-US</dc:language><dc:date>2010-03-10T16:48:14Z</dc:date><admin:generatorAgent rdf:resource="http://www.squarespace.com/">Squarespace Site Server v5.9.2 (http://www.squarespace.com/)</admin:generatorAgent><rss:items><rdf:Seq><rdf:li rdf:resource="http://www.tacodelmarweb.com/blog/2010/3/8/fish-taco-flashback.html"/><rdf:li rdf:resource="http://www.tacodelmarweb.com/blog/2010/3/2/experience-mondo-madness.html"/><rdf:li rdf:resource="http://www.tacodelmarweb.com/blog/2010/2/17/the-320-calorie-burrito-is-back-mondito-style.html"/><rdf:li rdf:resource="http://www.tacodelmarweb.com/blog/2010/2/1/alert-mondo-mania-sweeps-the-nation.html"/><rdf:li rdf:resource="http://www.tacodelmarweb.com/blog/2010/1/28/tdm-bookmarks-encourage-reading.html"/><rdf:li rdf:resource="http://www.tacodelmarweb.com/blog/2010/1/25/reward-cards-do-just-that-reward.html"/><rdf:li rdf:resource="http://www.tacodelmarweb.com/blog/2010/1/18/the-5-mondito-combo-is-back-every-day.html"/><rdf:li rdf:resource="http://www.tacodelmarweb.com/blog/2010/1/13/top-10-best-fast-casual-family-restaurants.html"/><rdf:li rdf:resource="http://www.tacodelmarweb.com/blog/2010/1/12/as-green-as-we-can-be.html"/><rdf:li rdf:resource="http://www.tacodelmarweb.com/blog/2010/1/11/printable-nutrition-sheets.html"/></rdf:Seq></rss:items></rss:channel><rss:item rdf:about="http://www.tacodelmarweb.com/blog/2010/3/8/fish-taco-flashback.html"><rss:title>Fish Taco Flashback</rss:title><rss:link>http://www.tacodelmarweb.com/blog/2010/3/8/fish-taco-flashback.html</rss:link><dc:creator>Taco Del Mar - Happy Valley &amp; West Linn</dc:creator><dc:date>2010-03-09T02:47:04Z</dc:date><dc:subject></dc:subject><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>WARNING: Baja Fish Tacos are so wildly fresh and tasty, you may unexpectedly relive adventures you never had!</p>
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<p>Taco Del Mar's Baja Fish Tacos consist of two grilled corn tortillas, a lightly breaded piece of Alaskan white fish, cheese, squeeze of lime, shredded cabbage, tangy house-made white sauce, freshly made pico del gallo and your choice of house-made sauces, jalapenos and/or cilantro. &nbsp;A Delicious Combination of Fresh Ingredients!</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>]]></content:encoded></rss:item><rss:item rdf:about="http://www.tacodelmarweb.com/blog/2010/3/2/experience-mondo-madness.html"><rss:title>Experience Mondo Madness</rss:title><rss:link>http://www.tacodelmarweb.com/blog/2010/3/2/experience-mondo-madness.html</rss:link><dc:creator>Taco Del Mar - Happy Valley &amp; West Linn</dc:creator><dc:date>2010-03-03T01:03:44Z</dc:date><dc:subject></dc:subject><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><object width="480" height="295" align="center"><param name="movie" value="http://www.youtube.com/v/e3roTC0N04E&hl=en_US&fs=1&color1=0x5d1719&color2=0xcd311b"></param><param name="allowFullScreen" value="true"></param><param name="allowscriptaccess" value="always"></param><embed src="http://www.youtube.com/v/e3roTC0N04E&hl=en_US&fs=1&color1=0x5d1719&color2=0xcd311b" type="application/x-shockwave-flash" allowscriptaccess="always" allowfullscreen="true" width="480" height="295"></embed></object></p>
<p>Experience our Mondo Burrito in this digital short. &nbsp;Over 1.25 Pounds of Delicious Goodness! &nbsp;See our most popular menu item be created and consumed in less than 30 seconds. &nbsp;Let us know what you think! &nbsp;~ produced by&nbsp;<a title="http://www.ipa-media.com" dir="ltr" rel="nofollow" href="http://www.ipa-media.com/" target="_blank">http://www.ipa-media.com</a></p>]]></content:encoded></rss:item><rss:item rdf:about="http://www.tacodelmarweb.com/blog/2010/2/17/the-320-calorie-burrito-is-back-mondito-style.html"><rss:title>The 320 Calorie Burrito is Back... Mondito Style!</rss:title><rss:link>http://www.tacodelmarweb.com/blog/2010/2/17/the-320-calorie-burrito-is-back-mondito-style.html</rss:link><dc:creator>Taco Del Mar - Happy Valley &amp; West Linn</dc:creator><dc:date>2010-02-17T18:20:59Z</dc:date><dc:subject></dc:subject><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><span class="thumbnail-image-float-right ssNonEditable"><span><a href="javascript:showFullImage('/display/ShowImage?imageUrl=%2Fstorage%2Fpost-images%2F320-4x3.jpg%3F__SQUARESPACE_CACHEVERSION%3D1266431541187',450,600);"><img src="http://www.tacodelmarweb.com/storage/thumbnails/5605169-5801482-thumbnail.jpg?__SQUARESPACE_CACHEVERSION=1266431543210" alt="" /></a></span></span>We've brought back a popular item from last year, the 320 Calorie Burrito. &nbsp;The 320 consists of a delicious low-cal tortilla, our flavorful rice, healthy whole pinto beans, juicy chicken, &nbsp;freshly made pico de gallo and your choice of one of our house-made sauces.</p>
<p>The 320 Calorie Burrito can be ordered alone or as a meal as in the <a href="http://www.tacodelmarweb.com/blog/2010/1/18/the-5-mondito-combo-is-back-every-day.html">$4.99 Mondito Combo</a>.</p>
<p>It's deliciously satisfying and a great way to keep your calories in check!</p>]]></content:encoded></rss:item><rss:item rdf:about="http://www.tacodelmarweb.com/blog/2010/2/1/alert-mondo-mania-sweeps-the-nation.html"><rss:title>Alert - Mondo Mania Sweeps the Nation!</rss:title><rss:link>http://www.tacodelmarweb.com/blog/2010/2/1/alert-mondo-mania-sweeps-the-nation.html</rss:link><dc:creator>Taco Del Mar - Happy Valley &amp; West Linn</dc:creator><dc:date>2010-02-01T18:49:00Z</dc:date><dc:subject></dc:subject><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><span class="full-image-float-right ssNonEditable"><span><img src="http://www.tacodelmarweb.com/storage/post-images/mondo_chicken.jpg?__SQUARESPACE_CACHEVERSION=1265050579568" alt="" /></span></span>Taco Del Mar owners report being overwhelmed by customers pleading for Mondo burritos.&nbsp; &ldquo;I was so worried I wouldn&rsquo;t be able to get my Mondo fix,&rdquo; said Charlie Pesce.&nbsp; &ldquo;I couldn&rsquo;t survive without it - but luckily TDM stores are all locally-owned small businesses so I can continue to get my Mondo whenever I need it.&rdquo;</p>
<p>Taco Del Mar store owners report that Mondo Mania can be calmed with immediate application of a Mondo - chicken, carnitas or beef work equally well.&nbsp; Continued signs of burrito cravings brought on by the stress of daily living can only be treated with repeated and frequent Mondo consumption.&nbsp;</p>
<p>Treat your Mondo Mania now - order a Mondo Burrito today!!</p>
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<p><em>Translation for Non-Delmarians:</em></p>
<p>Taco Del Mar stores are all independently-owned locally managed small businesses.&nbsp; Taco Del Mar customers should see no difference in business operations or activity because of recently announced changes at Taco Del Mar Franchising Corp.&nbsp;</p>
<p>Support your locally-owned Taco Del Mar - order a Mondo Burrito today!</p>]]></content:encoded></rss:item><rss:item rdf:about="http://www.tacodelmarweb.com/blog/2010/1/28/tdm-bookmarks-encourage-reading.html"><rss:title>TDM Bookmarks Encourage Reading</rss:title><rss:link>http://www.tacodelmarweb.com/blog/2010/1/28/tdm-bookmarks-encourage-reading.html</rss:link><dc:creator>Taco Del Mar - Happy Valley &amp; West Linn</dc:creator><dc:date>2010-01-28T20:00:00Z</dc:date><dc:subject></dc:subject><content:encoded><![CDATA[<div id="_mcePaste"><span class="full-image-float-right ssNonEditable"><span><img src="http://www.tacodelmarweb.com/storage/post-images/HV_Elementary_Bookmark.jpg?__SQUARESPACE_CACHEVERSION=1264709762033" alt="" /></span></span>Taco Del Mar has teamed up with local schools to provide an extra incentive for children to read.<br /></div>
<div id="_mcePaste">We have a program where we supply local schools with bookmarks that the teachers can give out to students when they complete a reading assignment. &nbsp;These bookmarks are good for a free kid's meal (no purchase necessary) at the Happy Valley or West Linn Taco Del Mar.<br /></div>
<div id="_mcePaste">Our bookmarks are currently in Happy Valley Elementary &amp; Oregon Trail Elementary. &nbsp;We are in the process of producing additional bookmarks for several more schools in the Clackamas and West Linn School Districts.<br /></div>
<div id="_mcePaste">"The bookmarks are a motivating way for kids to continue on their own reading journeys."<br /></div>
<div id="_mcePaste">Shelly Reggiani, Principal</div>
<div id="_mcePaste">Happy Valley Elementary School<br /></div>
<div id="_mcePaste">If you are interested in participating please email me at <a href="mailto:danwedin@gmail.com">danwedin@gmail.com</a></div>]]></content:encoded></rss:item><rss:item rdf:about="http://www.tacodelmarweb.com/blog/2010/1/25/reward-cards-do-just-that-reward.html"><rss:title>Reward Cards do just that... Reward.</rss:title><rss:link>http://www.tacodelmarweb.com/blog/2010/1/25/reward-cards-do-just-that-reward.html</rss:link><dc:creator>Taco Del Mar - Happy Valley &amp; West Linn</dc:creator><dc:date>2010-01-25T16:33:15Z</dc:date><dc:subject></dc:subject><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><span class="full-image-float-right ssNonEditable"><span><img src="http://www.tacodelmarweb.com/storage/post-images/rewards.jpg?__SQUARESPACE_CACHEVERSION=1264436969505" alt="" /></span></span>If you aren't taking advantage of our Reward Card Program, you should start now. &nbsp;It's simple, get a punch for every $5 you spend and when you accumulate 10 punches, you get $5 off of your next visit. &nbsp;Awesome, huh? &nbsp;But, it get's better. &nbsp;Monday's are Double Punch Day! &nbsp;Get 2 punches for every $5 you spend, they add up quick.</p>
<p>I try and encourage each customer to start a Card, not just because it may drive repeat business, but because I actually enjoy redeeming every full card. &nbsp;Sure, as a business owner, I'm giving you $5 in free food, but I don't look at it that way. &nbsp;I see that customer as someone who's been in before, probably many times, and will most likely come again because they feel rewarded!</p>
<p>We happily redeem anywhere from 10 to 15 cards per day at each of our locations.</p>
<p>Come in and get punched and Get Rewarded!</p>]]></content:encoded></rss:item><rss:item rdf:about="http://www.tacodelmarweb.com/blog/2010/1/18/the-5-mondito-combo-is-back-every-day.html"><rss:title>The $5 Mondito Combo is Back! Every Day!</rss:title><rss:link>http://www.tacodelmarweb.com/blog/2010/1/18/the-5-mondito-combo-is-back-every-day.html</rss:link><dc:creator>Taco Del Mar - Happy Valley &amp; West Linn</dc:creator><dc:date>2010-01-19T02:47:59Z</dc:date><dc:subject></dc:subject><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><span class="thumbnail-image-float-right ssNonEditable"><a href="javascript:showFullImage('/display/ShowImage?imageUrl=%2Fstorage%2Fpost-images%2Fmonditocombo.jpg%3F__SQUARESPACE_CACHEVERSION%3D1263869931791',292,560);"><img src="http://www.tacodelmarweb.com/storage/thumbnails/5605169-5427270-thumbnail.jpg?__SQUARESPACE_CACHEVERSION=1263869977770" alt="" /></a></span>One of our most popular promotions from the last couple of years was the $5 Mondito Combo. &nbsp;It's an incredible deal, a full meal, for 5 Bucks.</p>
<p>You get a Mondito Burrito which includes your choice of meat (Braised Chicken, Seasoned Ground Beef, Carnitas Pork, Shredded Beef or Alaskan White Fish), your choice of beans (Refried, Black or Whole Pinto), rice, cheese, freshly chopped Pico de Gallo, your choice of our hand-made sauces(Mild Tomatillo, Medium Roasted Chipotle, or Hot Habanero), and if requested, cilantro or jalapenos, an awesome burrito!</p>
<p>In addition, you get our Delicious Chips, your choice of Fresh Salsa or Queso(melted spiced cheese), and a 22 oz drink. &nbsp;All for $5 Bucks!&nbsp;</p>
<p><span style="font-size: 80%;">DUMN6W8HZYHT</span>&nbsp;</p>]]></content:encoded></rss:item><rss:item rdf:about="http://www.tacodelmarweb.com/blog/2010/1/13/top-10-best-fast-casual-family-restaurants.html"><rss:title>Top 10 Best Fast-Casual Family Restaurants</rss:title><rss:link>http://www.tacodelmarweb.com/blog/2010/1/13/top-10-best-fast-casual-family-restaurants.html</rss:link><dc:creator>Taco Del Mar - Happy Valley &amp; West Linn</dc:creator><dc:date>2010-01-13T19:04:15Z</dc:date><dc:subject></dc:subject><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><span class="full-image-float-right ssNonEditable"><span><a href="http://www.parents.com/kids/nutrition/healthy-eating/best-fast-casual-restaurants/?page=3" target="_blank"><img src="http://www.tacodelmarweb.com/storage/post-images/parents_mag.jpg?__SQUARESPACE_CACHEVERSION=1263410104328" alt="" /></a></span><span class="thumbnail-caption" style="width: 275px;">Parent's Magazine Website</span></span>I know this is old news(July 2009), but I think it's worth noting to all of you who haven't seen it.</p>
<p>-<br />Taco Del Mar, a quick service Mexican restaurant chain featuring beach-style mondo burritos, made&nbsp;<em>Parents&nbsp;</em>magazine&rsquo;s list of America&rsquo;s &ldquo;Top 10 Best Fast-Casual Family Restaurants.&rdquo;&nbsp; The&nbsp;<em>Parents&nbsp;</em>magazine&rsquo;s survey is the result of a two-month study that honors restaurants with a variety of healthy kids&rsquo; menu offerings, family-friendly conveniences and overall value.</p>
<p>Ranked ninth on the list, here&rsquo;s an excerpt from&nbsp;<em>Parents&nbsp;</em>magazine about Taco Del Mar:<em>&rdquo;Your kids are bound to get something out of the norm.&nbsp; Unlike many Mexican chains that put American food on the children&rsquo;s menu, the only picks at Taco Del Mar are ethnic faves like beef, chicken, and fish tacos; rice and beans; and bean burritos. &rdquo;</em></p>
<p><em><span style="font-style: normal;"><a href="http://www.parents.com/kids/nutrition/healthy-eating/best-fast-casual-restaurants/?page=3" target="_blank">visit the Parent's Magazine website</a></span></em></p>]]></content:encoded></rss:item><rss:item rdf:about="http://www.tacodelmarweb.com/blog/2010/1/12/as-green-as-we-can-be.html"><rss:title>As Green As We Can Be...</rss:title><rss:link>http://www.tacodelmarweb.com/blog/2010/1/12/as-green-as-we-can-be.html</rss:link><dc:creator>Taco Del Mar - Happy Valley &amp; West Linn</dc:creator><dc:date>2010-01-12T19:43:35Z</dc:date><dc:subject></dc:subject><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><span class="full-image-float-right ssNonEditable"><span><img src="http://www.tacodelmarweb.com/storage/post-images/tdm_green_logo.jpg?__SQUARESPACE_CACHEVERSION=1263329524793" alt="" /></span></span>Over a year ago, Taco Del Mar took the initiative to "go green" and replace much of our packaging with those made with more sustainable products.&nbsp; At Taco Del Mar, we've always cared about the environment - encouraging recycling and reusable cups - but we decided to take it a step further.<br /><br />The products we're using, made by Trellis Earth, do not require recycling or composting - they biodegrade naturally leaving no toxic residues in landfills.&nbsp; By using these products you will support the effort to replace conventional plastics with newer, more sustainable polymers with a lower carbon footprint.<br /><br />Taco Del Mar is the first Quick Service Restaurant of its size to convert to green packaging.&nbsp; We hope to continue to lead the way in future environmental efforts.<br /><br />We're all in this world together.&nbsp; If everyone does their part, we'll all have a better place to live.&nbsp; Check out Trellis Earth's website to learn the details of how they use corn starch to create our biodegradable packaging: <a href="http://www.trellisearth.com" target="_blank">http://www.trellisearth.com</a></p>]]></content:encoded></rss:item><rss:item rdf:about="http://www.tacodelmarweb.com/blog/2010/1/11/printable-nutrition-sheets.html"><rss:title>Printable Nutrition Sheets</rss:title><rss:link>http://www.tacodelmarweb.com/blog/2010/1/11/printable-nutrition-sheets.html</rss:link><dc:creator>Taco Del Mar - Happy Valley &amp; West Linn</dc:creator><dc:date>2010-01-12T02:52:10Z</dc:date><dc:subject></dc:subject><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><span class="full-image-float-right ssNonEditable"><span><a href="http://www.tacodelmarweb.com/storage/docs/TacoDelMar_Nutrition.pdf" target="_blank"><img src="http://www.tacodelmarweb.com/storage/post-images/nutrition_small.jpg?__SQUARESPACE_CACHEVERSION=1263269600261" alt="" /></a></span></span>If you're looking to keep track of your calories, these printable sheets that we have work really well.</p>
<p>The format is simple, just choose your ingredients, drop the calories down into their respective fields and add them up!</p>
<p>While we feel most of our food is relatively low in calories compared to other restaurants in our segment, there is certainly ways to cut calories from your meal without sacrificing taste!</p>
<p>And remember, our Beans &amp; Rice are completely Vegan!</p>
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