Monday, March 18, 2013
The 'Elito 8' will go head-to-head in four brackets, beginning on 'Selection Monday.'
Now burrito fans as well as basketball fans have a reason to get "mad" this March. Cal-mex chain and Bethesda favorite California Tortilla has launched an 'Elito 8' competition to determine the next limited-time menu offering. During the NCAA-style showdown, CalTort fans can vote for eight possible menu items in four brackets, leading up to the semi-finals and culminating with an April 5 championship. The "Elito 8" are being revealed "Selection Monday," March 18, on Facebook and the California Tortilla website. Each online vote will be counted as an entry into a drawing for a catered NCAA Championship viewing party for 20. The winner will be announced April 6, just in time for the big game. Competiting for a coveted limited-time space on …
Thursday, February 14, 2013
After an extensive re-model, Potomac's California Tortilla is boasting a modernized interior.
Nothing says love like burritos. And just in time for Valentine's Day, the California Tortilla in the Cabin John Shopping Center is re-opening with a brand-new look. The Potomac location has undergone an extensive re-model to upgrade the shop's interior. The "Cal-Mex" eatery now boasts a new color palette to match the cool green tones of CalTort's new logo. The re-design comes on the heels of the move and re-model of downtown Bethesda' California Tortilla, which re-opened with the updated look on Cordell Avenue last fall. The chain is in the process of a re-branding effort, and the new look is planned for all of the chain's locations, owner Pam Felix told Patch last year. The Cabin John location has been outfitted with new seating and new …
Tuesday, October 9, 2012
Check out CalTort's new Bethesda location and grab some free grub at the same time.
Bethesda's new California Tortilla opened its doors at 4871 Cordell Avenue last week, but Tuesday marks the restaurant's grand opening celebration. In honor of the chain's new look and new location, CalTort will be offering up free burritos to hungry customers during the lunch and dinner hours. Stop by between 11 a.m. and 2 p.m. or 5 p.m. and 8 p.m. to pick up yours. Each customer will receive one free burrito and one free soda -- just remember to stop in at least a half an hour before the end of each shift. CalTort will only be serving burritos Tuesday, according to an email from owner Pam Felix. The new location features booths, beer, an open prep kitchen, expanded patio seating, wifi, and a re-branded look with a toned-down color …
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Friday, October 5, 2012
Local businesses help gauge the election through food and drink.
While choosing a candidate to vote for in the 2012 presidential campaign may seem daunting to some people, businesses in the area want to make sure that you are well-fed and well-caffeinated (and maybe even help predict the outcome) as you debate your selection. BGR: The Burger Joint Reviving its popular campaign from 2008, BGR began offering menu selections celebrating the candidates’ hometowns. BGR has locations in Bethesda, Potomac, Columbia and Gaithersburg. California Tortilla The popular Mexican restaurant has taken a slightly different tactic, honoring the candidates' personal lives: California Tortilla has locations in Silver Spring, Rockville, Gaithersburg, Bethesda, Olney, Annapolis and Potomac. Click here to read more about …
