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🏜️ Welcome to Discover East County ⛰️
🌟 Shining a light on the best East County has to offer
🔎 Your ultimate guide to hidden gems & local hotspots

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A menu becomes a community favorite when there is truly something for everyone 🍔🌭

In Episode 33 of Discover East County, Rimon Hirmiz, Owner of @calistackburgers_grill, shares why variety and quality go hand in hand.

With around 70 menu items, guests can choose from burgers, hot dogs, chicken sandwiches, and more. Rimon may try to simplify, but customer favorites have a way of sticking around.

Take a peek behind the menu in Episode 33 and discover how customer favorites keep Cali Stack Burgers & Grill evolving.

#DiscoverEastCounty #CaliStackBurgers #EastCountyEats #SupportLocalRestaurants #EastCountyFoodies by @discovereastcounty

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Great local restaurants do more than serve food. They introduce a community to new cultures, traditions, and experiences.

Host Valli Lopez uses Discover East County to share those stories while shining a positive spotlight on the businesses that make the area special. In Episode 31, Jaden Nam of Pho Mai Cali shares how authentic Vietnamese cooking and comforting bowls of pho have helped the restaurant connect with Santee diners.

🍲 The more you understand a community's local favorites, the better you can communicate the lifestyle and experiences that make an area memorable.

🎧 Podcast: @discovereastcounty
🎙️ Host: @vallihomes
✨ Guest: @jaden_nam37, Manager at @phomaicali.santee

#DiscoverEastCounty #SanteeEats #EastCountyCommunity #AuthenticVietnamese #CommunitySpotlight by @discovereastcounty

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Eating out should still feel like something families can enjoy without stretching the budget 🍔💰

In Episode 33 of Discover East County, Rimon Hirmiz, Owner of @calistackburgers_grill, shares how specials and happy hour help keep dining more affordable.

With rotating specials plus 20% off the whole menu during weekday happy hour from 2 to 5 PM, Rimon wants customers to have more opportunities to dine out despite rising costs.

Catch Episode 33 and hear how Cali Stack Burgers & Grill is keeping value on the menu for East County.

#DiscoverEastCounty #CaliStackBurgers #EastCountyEats #AffordableDining #LocalRestaurants by @discovereastcounty

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A great burger might bring someone in, but the full experience can bring them back 🍔🤝

In Episode 33 of Discover East County, Rimon Hirmiz, Owner of @calistackburgers_grill talks about building a restaurant around quality and genuine hospitality.

Since opening in 2023, Rimon has focused on making every guest feel welcome while delivering food worth returning for. That commitment helps local restaurants become part of the neighborhoods they serve.

Dig into Episode 33 and hear how Cali Stack Burgers & Grill is working to make every East County visit count.

#DiscoverEastCounty #CaliStackBurgers #BurgerLovers #LocalEats #SupportSmallBusiness by @discovereastcounty

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Everyday frustrations can spark surprisingly useful ideas 💍💡

For Kimberly Schafer, inventor of Ring Thing, inspiration struck during a manicure when she had nowhere safe to store her rings.

In Episode 32 of Discover East County, Kimberly explains how that moment grew into a solution for workouts, swimming, rock climbing, horseback riding, and other activities where rings can get lost or damaged. For East County’s active community, practical protection can make all the difference.

See what sparked Ring Thing and how one relatable problem inspired a versatile solution.

#DiscoverEastCounty #RingThing #ActiveLifestyle #ProductInnovation #CreativeSolutions by @discovereastcounty

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Eight years and countless evenings and weekends later, one idea finally became a product 💍

In Episode 32 of Discover East County, Kimberly Schafer, inventor of Ring Thing, shares the persistence behind her journey.

Her first prototype started with a paper towel before evolving through engineering drawings, manufacturing lessons, and years of problem solving. It is proof that meaningful ideas do not have to happen overnight.

Follow Kimberly’s path in Episode 32 and get inspired by the determination behind an East County inventor’s big idea.

#DiscoverEastCounty #RingThing #InventorJourney #WomenInventors #LocalInnovation by @discovereastcounty

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Good inventions often make you wonder why they did not exist sooner 💡💍

Kimberly Schafer, inventor of Ring Thing, joins Episode 32 of Discover East County to showcase a durable ring holder made for active lifestyles.

From workouts to days by the water, its padded interior, stacking dividers, waterproof construction, and floating design help keep rings protected and easy to find. It is a thoughtful solution built around everyday convenience.

Open up Episode 32 and see how an East County inventor transformed practical thinking into a patented product.

#DiscoverEastCounty #RingThing #ProductDesign #EntrepreneurLife #CreativeSolutions by @discovereastcounty

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When food is made with genuine care, people can taste the difference 🍜

In Episode 31 of Discover East County, Jaden Nam of Pho Mai Cali Santee shares the passion that has guided more than a decade of his culinary journey.

For Jaden, the goal is not about standing out or competing. It is about serving food made with love while introducing more Vietnamese dishes and traditions to the community.

Meet the passion behind the menu in Episode 31 and celebrate the flavors enriching East County.

#DiscoverEastCounty #PhoMaiCali #VietnameseCuisine #FoodMadeWithLove #SupportLocalRestaurants by @discovereastcounty

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A local menu keeps things exciting when there is always something new to discover 😋🥖

Jaden Nam, Manager at Pho Mai Cali Santee, joins Episode 31 of Discover East County to spotlight their crispy pork belly banh mi.

Jaden says the team wants to serve dishes they can confidently recommend, even to someone trying them for the first time. Their newest sandwich delivers plenty of crunch, richness, and Vietnamese flavor for Santee diners.

Follow the flavor into Episode 31 and discover another delicious reason to eat local in East County.

#DiscoverEastCounty #PhoMaiCali #VietnameseFood #BanhMiSandwich #EatLocal by @discovereastcounty

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Food can be one of the most meaningful ways to share culture 🍜❤️

In Episode 31 of Discover East County, Jaden Nam, Manager at Pho Mai Cali Santee, shares how authentic Vietnamese cuisine brings tradition and comfort to the Santee community.

With a chef born and raised in Hanoi, the restaurant focuses on the essentials that make pho memorable, especially a flavorful broth and quality ingredients. Every bowl becomes an invitation to experience something deeper.

Taste the story behind the flavors and discover what keeps East County coming back for more.

#DiscoverEastCounty #PhoMaiCali #VietnameseCuisine #PhoLovers #EastCountyEats by @discovereastcounty

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Who gets a seat at the table can shape the direction of local schools 🎓💬

In Episode 30 of Discover East County, Anthony and Ashley Carnevale explore Anthony’s perspective on parent representation, teachers unions, and school board decision making.

Anthony believes families should remain directly involved in conversations affecting students and raises concerns about what he sees as growing union influence in education.

Watch Episode 30 to hear Anthony’s case for keeping East County families engaged in the decisions shaping their schools.

#DiscoverEastCounty #ParentRepresentation #SchoolBoard #LocalLeadership #EducationMatters by @discovereastcounty

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🍕 A great local business can create impact far beyond what it serves.

Valli Lopez uses Discover East County to spotlight the businesses making the community stronger. In Episode 29, she shares the story of Josh and Grace Baker of Pizzabilities, where great pizza and meaningful employment go hand in hand. Their mission is creating opportunities for individuals with disabilities who want to work, contribute, and be valued for what they can do.

The best community content introduces your audience to businesses worth knowing. Highlighting stories like this can deepen your local expertise while giving deserving organizations greater visibility.

🎧 Podcast: @discovereastcounty
🎙️ Host: @vallihomes
✨ Guests: Josh and Grace Baker of @pizzabilities_

#RealTalkMedia #DiscoverEastCounty #InclusiveEmployment #CommunityImpact #SupportLocal by @discovereastcounty

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