PunchPie's San Jose Restaurant Specials

PunchPie is a San Jose-based affinity program for restaurants. Instead of using a punch card (e.g. buy 10 sandwiches, get one free), you can use an app on your phone. I hate carrying around a bunch of cards in my wallet for the lunch places I frequent, so this really comes in handy.

There are over 100 restaurants using PunchPie and 57 of them are in San Jose, including some of my favorites like Spuds, On a Roll, Bibo's NY Pizza, Punjab Cafe, Beach Hut Deli, and Caspian Village. Instead of just getting a free offering after a certain number of purchases, there is also a first visit bonus at all PunchPie restaurants.

Below you can see the full list of San Jose restaurants and their promotions. There is really no downside here so download the app, support a local business, and enjoy discounts at a ton of restaurants.

You can download the app here!

San Jose Green Energy Match

San Jose is part of a contest to be the "Coolest" California City along with 9 other cities. The contest is essentially won by being green and trying to save as much energy as possible. The prize is $10,000 and of course some bragging rights. In order to participate, all you need to do is register for the program by clicking one of the links below. In addition to helping out the city, you will also be able to take advantage of substantial local discounts as a "thank you" for participating. So it's a win for everyone: the city, you, and the environment!



Save Money on Energy Bills and Receive 70% Off Coupons

Join Green Energy Match, the City of San Jose’s free program for saving energy. This program provides online software that analyzes your home energy use and makes simple energy-saving recommendations.

• Receive 70% Coupons — you’ll get BIG discounts at local stores and restaurants by signing up

• Save Money — reduce your energy bills with helpful customized tips

• Help San Jose Win — San Jose is competing in the Cool California Challenge and the City needs you!

Go to www.greenenergymatch.org to sign up. The program is available only until the end of July.

Or call 800-314-5997. This program is sponsored by the City of San Jose, Silicon Valley Energy Watch, the Bay Area Air Quality Management District, WattzOn and Acterra.

Downtown San Jose Restaurant and Arts Discounts!

At the end of the State of the City Address brochure, I found a nice little coupon. 20 restaurants are offering a $10 dining credit and just about all performing arts groups Downtown are offering 10% off tickets with the coupon below. This certificate is good until April 30th and you can download it by clicking here.

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Charlie's Cheesecake Works Discount!

A lot of nice "group buying" discounts lately for San Jose.  Here is another place that I have been meaning to try and now there is a lucrative offer to justify the trip. This cheesecake shop has a perfect 5 star rating on yelp with 150 reviews, so my expectations are high!

$9.50 for the Big Game Party Special including two twelve packs of Charlie’s Cheesecake Poppers™ at Charlie’s Cheesecake Works ($19 value)

Link: http://www.kgbdeals.com/san-jose-sf?utm_source=a1a&utm_medium=p&utm_campaign=d

who & where

• Charlie's Cheesecake Works
• www.charliescheesecakeworks...
• 1179 Redmond Ave.
• San Jose, CA 95120
• 408.268.4555

by the way:

• Valid until August 5, 2011
• Limit three vouchers per person
• May purchase unlimited vouchers as gifts; same conditions apply
• Can combine up to three vouchers each visit
• Cannot combine with other offers
• No cash value, credit, or change given
• In-store pickup only

need to know:

• Get two twelve packs of Charlie’s Cheesecake Poppers™ for the price of one
• Includes assorted flavors such as vanilla, chocolate, strawberry, key lime, and more
• Makes a great Big Game snack

what & why

The Big Game is fast approaching, and if you’re planning a party or just going to one, you’ll need a dessert that will properly complement the experience. Fortunately, today’s kgbdeal has the answer: Charlie’s Cheesecake Poppers™ from Charlie’s Cheesecake Works, which can be yours for just $9.50. That’s two twelve-count packs of assorted Charlie’s Cheesecake Poppers™ for the price of one, which will give your party guests something to smile about. Charlie’s Poppers™ take the legendary taste of Charlie’s Cheesecakes and packs them into bite-sized cheesecake wonders. Enjoy an assortment of delicious flavors sure to satisfy any palate including classic vanilla, chocolate, strawberry, key lime, and more. Regardless of which flavor you pop, you’ll be sure to have the perfect cheesecake dessert for the biggest game of the year.

Satori Discount!

I found this discount today for my favorite tea shop. Unfortunately it's a one day deal. To take advantage of this, just click here.

Satori Tea Company

$20 to Spend on Tea and Accessories

$10	buy now!send as a gift

• 50%
  savings
• 144
  purchased
• 10 : 09 : 43
  remaining

As Bill Murray said in Lost in Translation, "For relaxing times, make it Satori time." Well, not exactly, but that's what he would have said had he known about today's deal: $10 for $20 worth of tea, pots, cups, and infusers from Satori Tea Company. Opened in 2008,... (show more)

Get yours free! Buy, share, and if three friends buy, yours is free.

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SJDA: Discounted Sharks Tickets!

Downtowner Online – Special Edition A service of the San Jose Downtown Association
An exclusive offer from our friends at the San Jose Sharks:
It’s time to FEEL THE TEAL.  Time to experience the one-of-a-kind, electrifying atmosphere that is San Jose Sharks Hockey.  The Sharks are back and are ready for another deep run into the playoffs!

We can help you FEEL THE TEAL and see new captain Joe Thornton and recent arrival Antti Niemi with this special San Jose Downtown Association offer.

Tuesday, October 19 vs. the Carolina Hurricanes
$60* Lower Bowl Tickets (normally priced at $83* – a discount of almost 30%)
$40* Sideline Upper Bowl Tickets (normally priced at $58* – a discount of over 30%)
*Price does not include service fees or shipping. 
For tickets, click the following link and in the “Promotions and Special Offers” box use the following password: SJDA.  Be sure to select the $83 or $58 price level.  The discount will be reflected once you select the number of seats and price level you want.

http://www.ticketmaster.com/event/1C00451F9C294068?artistid=806018&majorcatid=10004&minorcatid=9 <http://www.ticketmaster.com/event/1C00451F9C294068?artistid=806018&majorcatid=10004&minorcatid=9> 
Enjoy the game!
Rick Jensen

Tons of Discounts Downtown

I have to share a little secret to getting the best deals downtown. The San Jose Downtown Association has an affinity card called "Discover Downtown San Jose." What are the benefits? Show the card to participating restaurants and you can receive free appetizers, desserts, a straight discount up to 20%, or even a buy one entree get one free offer. There are a large number of participants including 19 Market, Arcadia, Bella Mia, The Brit, E&O, Eulipia, Fahrenheit, all Fairmont restaurants and their lounge, Hawgs, Habana Cuba, Maceio, Morton's, Penguin Froyo, PF Chang's, Scott's, Silk Road Bistro, and many more. There are even some non-restaurant offers like 20% off FedEX and UPS, free drinks at Camera Cinemas, and Comedy Sportz discounts. For the full list of benefits click here!

You can pick up a card for free at the SJDA offices at 28 N. First (10th Floor) or at the Friday Farmer's Markets in San Pedro Square.