Gift Cards that Give Back

Thanksgiving is almost upon us, and I'm really excited. I'm cooking, like I usually do, which makes me totally happy. I'm flexible with other holidays, but for me, Thanksgiving is all about tradition. There must be turkey with stuffing, mashed potatoes, and broccoli casserole. The other sides can be played with a bit, but I still like to keep everything in that sage-y, homey flavor profile. 

With Thanksgiving, of course, comes Black Friday, and here are a few local chains offering gift cards for giving, and receiving a little something back! 

• Juice It Up!: Through December 31, receive a free Medium Classic or Veggie Smoothie with the purchase of a $25 gift card.

One of the nation’s leading raw juice bar and hand-crafted smoothie destinations, the menu items include fresh-squeezed functional raw juices, blended-to-order real fruit and veggie smoothies, and nutrient-rich bowls loaded with superfruits Açaí and Pitaya. www.JuiceItUp.com

• BRIO Tuscan Grille: Through Dec. 31, purchase a $100 gift card and receive a $20 gift card.

BRIO Tuscan Gille, with locations at The Irvine Spectrum Center and Victoria Gardens in Rancho Cucamonga, serves authentic, northern Italian cuisine. The menu features oven-roasted steaks, chops and seafood, similar to what one would find in an authentic ristorante in Tuscany. www.brioitalian.com

• Philly’s Best: Through Dec. 31, purchase a $25 gift card and receive a $5 Philly’s Best Bonus Card to be used during a future visit.

Philly’s Best is Southern California’s go-to destination for authentic Philly Cheesesteaks and Hoagies. www.eatphillysbest.com

• Del Taco: In-store, Online and Cyber Monday Specials

In Store

·        Purchase $15 in gift cards and receive one coupon* good for 2 FREE Grilled Chicken Tacos.

·        Purchase $25 in gift cards and receive two coupons* good for 2 FREE Grilled Chicken Tacos.

Online

·        Purchase $30 in gift cards online and receive one coupon* good for 1 FREE Small Size Combo Meal

·        Purchase $100 in gift cards online and receive fourcoupons* good for 1 FREE Small Size Combo Meal

Cyber Monday

·        Cyber Monday ONLINE ONLY Deal (11/30/15): During this 24 hour period, guests will receive double rewards:

o   Purchase $30 in gift cards online and receive two coupons*
(each good for 1 FREE Small Size Combo Meal)

o   Purchase $100 in gift cards online and receive eight coupons*
(each good for 1 FREE Small Size Combo Meal)

* Note: Coupons for all holiday incentives expire 2/29/16