Limited-time pumpkin shake available at Baker’s Drive-Thru

Baker's Drive-Thru's pumpkin shakeBaker’s Drive-Thru debuted its limited-time pumpkin shake last week.

The hand-scooped dessert will only be available as long as the ingredient supply holds out, which is expected to be just a few more days.

The shake is available in one size, at the bargain price of $2.

I had a sneak preview of the shake before its unveiling and thought it was delicious, tasting a little like pumpkin pie with whipped cream.

Baker’s Drive-Thru locations can be found throughout the Inland Empire.

Third Thursdays Food Fest returns to downtown San Bernardino this week

Third ThursdaysFood truck fans, rejoice!

Tomorrow is the third Thursday of the month, and that means the return of food trucks to the City Hall parking lot in downtown San Bernardino.

Following the overwhelming success of the inaugural event last month, organizers are bringing even more trucks on board for tomorrow’s lunch (November 20).

If you remember, long lines were the norm and some attendees ended up at local eateries due to time constraints. Most of the trucks had sold out by the time the event was over.

Let’s hope the increased number of trucks will help.

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Riverside Plaza Dickey’s Barbecue Pit begins three-day grand opening celebration today

Dickey's Riverside Grand OpeningThe new Dickey’s Barbecue Pit in Riverside Plaza (3540 Riverside Plaza Drive, Suite 314) is celebrating a three-day grand opening beginning at 11 a.m. this morning (November 6).

Today, the first 50 guests receive gift cards worth up to $50 and the next 100 guests will receive free meal vouchers.

On Friday (November 7), the first 100 guests will receive a big yellow cup of tea, plus there will be giveaways of  Dickey’s swag all day long.

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Roundup of Veterans Day restaurant deals for servicemembers

Veterans Day is Tuesday (November 11) and, as is tradition, restaurants are rolling out the red carpet for our servicemen and -women by offering deals — including free meals — to veterans and active duty military.

Head over the jump for the list.

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