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Soquel's Daniel Meisel Places 20th at Escape from Alcatraz Triathlon; Local Roundup Highlights Pride Events, New Menu Items, and More

09 June 2026 11:10

Soquel's Daniel Meisel placed 20th at the Escape from Alcatraz Triathlon. The local roundup also covers Verve Coffee's Pride Month beverages, Mackenzies Chocolates weekly pop-ups, Dharma's June community menu, Hula's Mahalo Mondays benefiting the Santa Cruz Museum of Art & History, and other Santa Cruz County events.

- Daniel Meisel of Soquel finished 20th in the Escape from Alcatraz Triathlon. - Verve Coffee Roasters launches Raspberry Yuzu Spritz and Pride Blend coffee, with donations to Equality California.

- Mackenzies Chocolates continues weekly pop-ups through 2026; Dharma's introduces customizable bowls and smaller portions. - Hula's Island Grill donates 10% of Monday sales to local nonprofits; Steel Bonnet Brewing wins two medals at California State Fair.

The roundup also includes new menu items at Pizza My Heart, Pacific Cookie Co.'s Cherry Bomb cookie, and Venus Spirits' take-home bottled cocktails. Cultiva Artistic Cuisine shifts to monthly brunch only.

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