Cinco de Mayo might not be Mexico\u2019s most celebrated holiday, but on this side of the border, it gives San Diegans a good excuse to go loco with all of the great deals around town on May 5. \u2022 It\u2019s no wonder Puesto Mexican Street Food is quickly becoming a local favorite. With wallet- and palate-friendly offerings like three tacos and a beer for just $10 \u2014 a special Cinco de Mayo offering \u2014 who could resist stopping in to check it out? Guests can choose from various meat and seafood options, a range of unique toppings and a choice of six homemade salsas. Try off-the-beaten-path flavors like chicken and pineapple, corn truffle, grilled cactus or zucchini flower. Additional specials are available for those who follow the restaurant\u2019s social media accounts, including Twitter and Facebook. Puesto: 1026 Wall St., www.eatpuesto.com, (858) 454-1260.<\/b> \u2022 What would a Mexican celebration be without a refreshing margarita \u2014 or three? George\u2019s at the Cove will offer unique libations \u2014 like the pineapple pepper or “Holy Spirit” margarita \u2014 for a new twist on the standard cocktail. To complete the fiesta, munch on George\u2019s award-winning fish tacos and enjoy La Jolla\u2019s unrivaled coastal view from one of the restaurant\u2019s many ocean-view tables. George\u2019s at the Cove: 1250 Prospect St., www.georgesatthecove.com, (858) 454-4244.<\/b> \u2022 Sprinkles Cupcakes will kick up the heat on its signature treat with Cinco de Mayo-themed “Choco Loco” cupcakes. To pay homage to the widespread use of chocolate in Mexican cooking, like mole and tejate, Sprinkles has created a Belgian dark chocolate cupcake topped with a bittersweet chocolate and Mexican cinnamon-infused frosting. Cinco de Mayo cupcakes are available from May 1-5. Sprinkles: 8855 Villa La Jolla Drive, visit www.sprinkles.com, (858) 457-3800.<\/b> \u2022 Why add the expense of a Mexican vacation, when you can visit La Valencia Hotel for a poolside Cinco de Mayo fiesta? For $60, guests can savor the authentic flavors of Mexico with gourmet tacos and ceviche alongside samplings of premium tequila. If that doesn\u2019t get you grooving, the lively flamenco jazz band, Gipsy Menco, will. La Valencia Hotel: 1132 Prospect St., www.lavalencia.com, (858) 454-0771.<\/b> \u2022 Beaumont\u2019s Eatery will serve up the margaritas for Cinco de Mayo. Stop in to try Junior\u2019s Spicy Margarita, complete with habanero-infused reposado tequila, fresh pineapples and lime juice to spice up your night. Or, for something a little sweeter, try the sage and strawberry margarita, made with organic reposado tequila, fresh strawberries, house-made sage and thyme reduction, Grand Marnier, Herbsaint, and fresh-pressed lime juice. Beaumont\u2019s Eatery: 5662 La Jolla Blvd., www.beaumontseatery.com, (858) 459-0474.<\/b><\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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