Hi Hotchkiss! Ella Reynolds here with a round-up of ongoing deals, promotions, and offers from local businesses you’ll want to know about. Save money and support your neighbors by taking advantage of these opportunities.
Taco Hut: Daily Specials That Hit the Spot
Taco Hut (301 E. Bridge St) has weekday specials to make eating local both tasty and affordable. On Mondays, the tamale plate (with enchilada, beans & rice) comes in at about $7.95. Tuesdays mean “3 tacos for $5.00” (plus their California Club bowl). Wednesdays bring a French dip for around $6.95. There are rotating specials Thursday through Saturday too, like the Burrito Supreme, fish or shrimp tacos, and the Chilli Relleno Dinner. These deals run every week—check the menu when you arrive for any tweaks in pricing.
Earth Friendly Supply: Sale on Garden & Home Goods
Earth Friendly Supply Co., out on Hwy 133, has “30% off sale” and “50% off closeout” deals across select categories. Whether you need fertilizers, growing containers, building tools, or home goods, there are products marked at significant discounts right now. If you’ve been waiting for an opportunity to stock up on garden gear or green-house accessories, this is the time.
Farm Runners’ The Station: Deli Discounts & Gift Card Perks
The Station at Farm Runners (235 Hwy 133) has a DJ Appreciation Card that gives you 10% off deli items—great for lunch grab-and-go or hearty take-home meals. Their offerings include Blue Sky Bakery’s fresh pastries, rotating sandwiches and panini specials, and weekly freezer-ready meals. If deli items are your weakness, the discount helps stretch that flavor even further.
Indie Prepaid Gift Card: One Card, Many Choices
Looking for gift ideas or wanting to give back to Hotchkiss businesses? The Indie Prepaid Gift Card Mastercard is accepted at dozens of independent businesses in and around town. From 133 BRGR and Coaltrain Coffeehouse to Best Cellular and Black Cat Pizza, you give someone the freedom to choose. The card works as a plastic gift card or e-gift and helps keep dollars local while spreading goodwill.
How to Maximize Local Savings
- Check business posted hours or menus before visiting—specials can shift for holidays or slow seasons.
- Use the Indie Gift Card to try new places you haven’t been yet—turn saving into exploration.
- Pair days-with-deals (like Taco Hut’s weekday offers) with other errands to make efficient use of time and gas.
- Subscribe to newsletters or social media pages of your favorite Hotchkiss businesses—many drop flash sales or limited-time offers there first.
Want me to highlight any particular business next time? Send in suggestions. Together we’ll keep our local economy strong and our wallets happy.