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The Eat Index IE: New restaurants, and an old favorite gets some love

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Cheese lovers are in luck this week. A new shop devoted to quesadillas has opened in Riverside, and John Plessel has the details in his Dine 909 column.

David Allen has an update on Mitla Cafe, which has received a grant to freshen up its exterior.

Casino reporter Charlie Vargas can tell you what to expect at this weekend’s Microbrew Craft Beer and Chili Cook Off Festival.

Finally, we have a recipe for grilled asparagus.

Dine 909: New restaurants open in Riverside, Ontario

Quesadilla Daves and Cantina has opened at 3678 Central Ave., Suite 107, Riverside. As the name suggests, the restaurant and bar specializes in quesadillas, both savory and sweet. (Photo by John Plessel, The Sun Newspaper/SCNG)
Quesadilla Daves and Cantina has opened at 3678 Central Ave., Suite 107, Riverside. As the name suggests, the restaurant and bar specializes in quesadillas, both savory and sweet. (Photo by John Plessel, The Sun Newspaper/SCNG)

A quesadilla shop and a cafe have opened in Riverside, while a new dim sum spot has opened in Ontario. Read more.

San Bernardino’s Mitla Cafe awarded national grant for repairs, paint

Michael Montano points out chips, patchy paint and other areas of concern on the exterior of his San Bernardino restaurant, Mitla Cafe. A grant from a national preservation nonprofit will allow him to spruce up the appearance of the 1937 building. (Photo by David Allen, Inland Valley Daily Bulletin/SCNG)
Michael Montano points out chips, patchy paint and other areas of concern on the exterior of his San Bernardino restaurant, Mitla Cafe. A grant from a national preservation nonprofit will allow him to spruce up the appearance of the 1937 building. (Photo by David Allen, Inland Valley Daily Bulletin/SCNG)

The Mexican restaurant has been part of San Bernardino’s dining scene since 1937. Read more.

Pechanga chef Ronnel Capacia gives a preview of the resort’s Chili Cook Off Festival

Chef Ronnel Capacia with his Pechanga Café: Tex-Mex Birria Chili: Street corn | Serrano Chili | Micro Cilantro for 12th annual Microbrew and Chili Cookoff food festival at Pechanga Resort Casino in Temecula on Friday, Jun. 2, 2023. (Photo by Terry Pierson, The Press-Enterprise/SCNG)
Chef Ronnel Capacia with his Pechanga Café: Tex-Mex Birria Chili: Street corn | Serrano Chili | Micro Cilantro for 12th annual Microbrew and Chili Cookoff food festival at Pechanga Resort Casino in Temecula on Friday, Jun. 2, 2023. (Photo by Terry Pierson, The Press-Enterprise/SCNG)

The 12th annual Microbrew Craft Beer and Chili Cook Off Festival on Sunday, June 18 will feature a variety of chili dishes created by Pechanga Resort Casino chefs. Read more.

Meet ‘Famous Dave’ and get free food at the All-Star BBQ event in Long Beach

The XXL Rib Platter served with two famous sides at Famous Dave's Bar-B-Que. The restaurant's Long Beach location will host the Nationwide All-Star BBQ Championship Series June 17. (The Press-Enterprise/Ramon Mena Owens)
The XXL Rib Platter served with two famous sides at Famous Dave’s Bar-B-Que. The restaurant’s Long Beach location will host the Nationwide All-Star BBQ Championship Series June 17. (The Press-Enterprise/Ramon Mena Owens)

Six local barbecue teams will show off their cooking skills during this stop of the nationwide BBQ championship series. Read more.

Recipe: Grilled asparagus with figs, blue cheese and sherry vinegar is a tasty summertime dish

Grilled asparagus spears are served with figs and crumbled blue cheese. (Photo by Cathy Thomas)
Grilled asparagus spears are served with figs and crumbled blue cheese. (Photo by Cathy Thomas)

It’s great to serve while entertaining because most of the preparation can be done in advance. Read more.

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