Cacao Breakfast, Plant Food, Used Books Sale

1. Three eggs filled with melted tres quesos, anyone? 

It's Tuesday, and Eagle Rock's most innovative Mexican mom-and-pop restaurant, the Baja California-inspired Cacao Mexicatessen, begins its five-day workweek, starting with breakfast at 8:30 a.m., followed by a happy hour from 3 p.m. to 5 p.m. during which tacos de la calle can be had for as little as $1.65 and taquitos de mole poblano for $2.95. 1576 Colorado Blvd., (323) 478-2791.

2. Plant Food For Eagle Rockers

Don't miss your once-in-a-week chance to grab a bite of vegan carnitas-style tacos served hot off the grill in a food stall located in the parking lot facing Organix, Eagle Rock’s first and only full-fledged organic foods and groceries store that will mark the first anniversary of its opening on Aug. 31. The tacos, which come with slow-cooked pinto beans if you want them, are made by a Highland Park couple who call themselves Plant Food For People.Click here to read more.

3.  Used books sale

One of the best regional libraries—in nearby Silver Lake—will sell off used books today from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. Hop onto the 2 south freeway, exit Fletcher, hang a left on Glendale Boulevard and you'll be there in no time. 2411 Glendale Blvd. (323) 913-7451.

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