Food

A grassy green hill at Kate Sessions Park overlooking Mission Bay, with many people picnicking and sitting on the grass.
Culture
How to spend your 24 extra Leap Day hours in San Diego
Start your day off with good, local coffee, head to the beach, go on a hike, peruse the city’s marvelous murals — seize the Leap Day, SD.
February 28, 2024 06:27 PM
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Monica Garske
SD Copper Top Coffee and Donuts
Food
Copper Top Coffee & Donuts set to reopen in Pacific Beach
The made-to-order donut shop will open in a fresh new space at 4636 Mission Blvd. by the end of this month — here’s the hole story.
November 10, 2023
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Monica Garske
SD Over the Top Lounge Hyatt San Diego
Food
Fa-la-la-libations: Holiday pop-up bars in San Diego
We’ve rounded up fun, festive places to drink and be merry.
November 10, 2023
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Monica Garske
Jungle Bells SD Zoo
Play
75+ festive, seasonal events happening in San Diego County in 2023
There’s a whole lot of jolly to be had — check out our guide to fun, festive events in San Diego this holiday and winter season.
November 8, 2023
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Monica Garske
Karl Strauss Food Truck with nachos plate in front of it
Food
Karl Strauss Outpost opens in San Marcos
The 85,000-sqft beer garden will also be home to the first-ever Karl Strauss Food Truck.
November 7, 2023
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Michael Beausoleil
SD San Diego Bay Wine and Food Festival
Festivals
What to expect at the 2023 San Diego Bay Wine & Food Festival
Oh, the 19th annual celebration — Monday, Nov. 6-Sunday, Nov. 12 — is going to be grand, alright.
November 2, 2023
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Monica Garske
SD Thanksgiving Takeout Feast Herb & Wood
Restaurants
Where to feast for Thanksgiving in San Diego — dine-in and takeout
Whether you’re treating yourself to an outing or picking up your feast, these local restaurants have your Thanksgiving spread covered.
November 2, 2023
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Monica Garske
Talmadge - a nice place to live pumpkin with glowing neighborhood gate
Arts
SDtoday pumpkin carving contest winners
We’re giving out superlatives to three creations that display creativity and help us get ready for Halloween.
October 26, 2023
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Michael Beausoleil
Tuetano Taqueria Birria SD
Live
Where to get mouthwatering birria in San Diego
The slow-stewed dish is well-represented in our city.
October 26, 2023
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Monica Garske
A glass pumpkin filled with candy corn.
Food
SDtoday’s candy corn guessing game
We filled a glass pumpkin with candy corn — how many pieces are in there?
October 24, 2023
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Michael Beausoleil
SusieCakes pies — pecan, pumpkin (with a heart of crust in the center) and apple crumble.
Food
12 places to preorder Thanksgiving pie in San Diego
Get ready for the holiday by planning your pie in advance.
October 23, 2023
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Michael Beausoleil
Batman and a ballering trick-or-treating at Belmont Park.
Culture
Free community trick-or-treating events
Looking for a place to trick-or-treat? These free celebrations around San Diego County offer a scary-good time for the whole family.
October 6, 2023
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Michael Beausoleil
SD International Cottages San Diego House of Peru
Culture
Around the world: Visiting the International Cottages in Balboa Park
The consortium of historic cottages represent 31 countries and cultures across the globe.
October 5, 2023
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Monica Garske
NOVA Kombucha's location at Snapdragon Stadium in San Diego
Food
Where to eat and drink at Snapdragon Stadium
Hodad’s. The Crack Shack. AleSmith. Nova Kombucha. There’s a whole lot of local eating and drinking to be had at the stadium in Mission Valley.
September 25, 2023
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Monica Garske
SD Salud Tacos Barrio Logan
Food
Top San Diego taco recommendations from SDtoday readers
You had a lot of great places to taco ‘bout.
September 21, 2023
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Monica Garske
The Cutwater Agave Club seating with the club behind it.
Sports
Cutwater Agave Club coming to Petco Park in 2024
The Terrace Level club is expected to be open for the 2024 baseball season.
September 20, 2023
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Michael Beausoleil
The exterior of Mabel's Gone Fishing in North Park
Food
Taste of North Park returns on Sat., Oct. 7
The food-centric event will allow participants to get samples at 40+ restaurants, breweries, cafes, and shops in the community.
September 18, 2023
Cold brew getting pumpkin cold foam atop it at Dark Horse Coffee Roasters
Food
16 places to find pumpkin spice treats in San Diego
San Diego goes way beyond the PSL — if you’re craving pumpkin flavors, spice up your routine at these local shops.
September 14, 2023
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Michael Beausoleil
The dining room at Craft House in Fashion Valley
Food
Craft House opens second location at Fashion Valley Mall
The American gastropub is opening its second location inside the upscale shopping center in Mission Valley.
September 12, 2023
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Michael Beausoleil
Beer and brats at OB Oktoberfest.
Events
10 Oktoberfest 2023 events in San Diego
Grab your stein and put on your lederhosen or dirndl to celebrate Oktoberfest at these 10 events in San Diego.
September 12, 2023
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Michael Beausoleil
A lemon mocktail.
Food
The latest data on non-alcoholic beverages and where to drink them in San Diego
Learn what it means to be sober curious, the current popularity of non-alcoholic beverages, and where you can enjoy a mocktail in San Diego.
September 7, 2023
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Emily Shea-Owen
SD San Diego Distillers Festival
Festivals
That’s the Spirit: San Diego Distillers Guild Fest 2023 shaking things up at Liberty Station
Distill, my heart: The annual event goes down on Saturday, Sept. 23, showcasing nearly 20 of SD’s finest distilleries.
September 6, 2023
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Monica Garske
SD Dole Fresh Fruit Company at Tenth Avenue Terminal Port of San Diego
Business
Tenth Avenue Marine Terminal on San Diego Bay is all ‘Doled’ up
On any given day, you can spot Dole’s cargo and container ships bustling about San Diego Bay.
September 5, 2023
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Monica Garske
SD Parana Empanadas
Food
7 places to eat empanadas in San Diego
The savory Latin American staple sure makes its mark around these parts. 🥟
August 24, 2023
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Monica Garske
Vendors at the La Mesa Village Farmers Market in east San Diego County
Events
Lettuce celebrate: La Mesa Village Farmers Market turns 30
The market takes over La Mesa Boulevard from 4th Street to Palm Avenue every Friday year-round.
August 24, 2023
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Monica Garske
SD inaugural Taste of East Village 2023
Food
Order up: 35+ restaurants set to participate in first ever Taste of East Village in San Diego
The inaugural event is on Tuesday, Aug. 29, and Wednesday, Aug. 30, 4-8 p.m.
August 22, 2023
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Monica Garske
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Culture
Three San Diego restaurants rank among Yelp’s best places to eat with dogs
The dog-friendly city is home to three spots that are perfect to show your love for pups, pints, and good food.
August 17, 2023
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Michael Beausoleil
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Food
5 spicy spots to get wings
If you’re looking to spice up your meal, start with an appetizer of chicken wings at one of these local hot spots where you can find a variety of sauces and flavors.
August 15, 2023
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Michael Beausoleil
SD Del Mar Wine and Food Festival
Festivals
What to expect at the star-studded Del Mar Wine and Food Festival
The brand-new, celeb-driven fest will highlight local culinary talent across 20+ events on Wednesday, Sept. 6-Monday, Sept. 11
August 14, 2023
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Monica Garske
A crowd of people watching a performance at CityFest in Hillcrest
Festivals
Hillcrest CityFest 2023 returns on Sunday, Aug. 13
The summer arts and music festival is expected to bring 150,000+ visitors to the community.
August 3, 2023
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Michael Beausoleil
Oceanside Harbor Village | Photo via Canva
Play
Hit the Road: a 40-mile getaway to Oceanside
This beach city is roughly 45 minutes from downtown San Diego and is perfect for a nearby getaway.
August 3, 2023
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Michael Beausoleil
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