A Cheap Date

Many raid the Sunday paper for coupons, but little do people know that other goodies sit buried under the news articles. A couple months ago a white paper bag appeared in the Sunday Oregonian. On the Border is a popular Mexican restaurant chain known for their mouth-watering cuisine that recently had an anniversary. As a way to show customer appreciation, the company offered free dinners to locals. Each bag promised one meal not to exceed $9.99. On the Border is famous for their unlimited supply of chips and salsa, as well as their legendary large meals. We figured that for $9.99 we could split a meal and leave happy.

For $9.99 we created our own south of the border combo. Jesse enjoyed chicken tortilla soup while I feasted on a chicken enchilada with rice and refried beans.

The atmosphere at On the Border makes dining in an enjoyable experience. I love the restaurant's colorful walls, pottery and other lively accents that reflect a beautiful culture.

 

Our date didn't end with a tasty entree from one of our favorite restaurants. As a special treat we decided to take a scenic drive into Oregon's countryside. Our escape from suburbia included mountains, evergreen trees and ended with a view of Multnomah Falls.