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
Colorful art pieces at Bazaar del Mundo in San Diego
Festivals
Authentic folk art, artists fill Bazaar del Mundo for Latin American Festival
The folk art showcase — Friday, Aug. 4-Sunday, Aug. 6 — will also boast a large display of authentic, intricate Mata Ortiz pottery.
August 2, 2023
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Monica Garske
A glass of cold brew from The Invigatorium
Food
Drink Up Month 2023 recap
Take a look back at all the drinks we drank up and places we covered this month, ranging from coffee to tea and local breweries to speakeasies.
July 28, 2023
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Michael Beausoleil
An array of cocktails served at Lime in the Coconut in Chula Vista
Food
Feel the island vibes at San Diego tiki bars
These spots have fruity, tropical-themed drinks and South Pacific decor to put you in an instant vacation mood.
July 25, 2023
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Michael Beausoleil
HOB Coffee Mural in North Park San Diego
Work
Your guide to San Diego’s coffee shops
If you don’t have coffee already in hand, consider this your sign to grab some.
July 24, 2023
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Michael Beausoleil
SD Rad Habits Juice Co. Drink Up
Restaurants
Squeeze these in: Delicious juice and smoothie shops in San Diego
Try these local places for healthy, fresh juices and smoothies bursting with flavor.
July 21, 2023
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Monica Garske
Seaport Village San Diego
Food
Where to eat and shop at Seaport Village in San Diego
Here’s a taste of what’s new at the landmark dining and shopping hub as of July 2023
July 21, 2023
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Monica Garske
A Barbie-themed cocktail at The Blind Burro bar in San Diego.
Bars
Local cocktails inspired by San Diego Comic-Con 2023
From a Barbie-themed margarita to the “The Flash,” the themed drink options are endless around downtown San Diego this weekend.
July 19, 2023
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Monica Garske
Rendering of the storefront and counter of The Red Chickz in Carlsbad
Restaurants
The Red Chickz is bringing the heat to Carlsbad
The Nashville-style chicken shop will open its first location in San Diego County at The Shoppes at Carlsbad later this summer.
July 14, 2023
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Michael Beausoleil
Kettner Exchange SAN
Development
San Diego International Airport has approved new restaurants and retail shops
SAN will add 19 restaurants and seven retail shops as part of its ongoing “New T1" project.
July 14, 2023
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Michael Beausoleil
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City
Trivia spots in San Diego
What is places you can play trivia in San Diego?
July 12, 2023
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Trevor Peters
A flight of mead from Lost Cause Meadery at The Garten in Bay Park
Food
San Diego is buzzing for mead
This fermented, honey-based drink has origins that are thousands of years old, but it’s gaining a new surge in popularity.
July 10, 2023
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Michael Beausoleil
A view of downtown Julian in San Diego County's mountains.
Play
The ultimate road trip to Julian
Hit the road and head to San Diego County’s charming mountain town — we’re sharing all the details about what to do, where to eat and drink, and where to stay.
July 7, 2023
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Monica Garske
SD Britannia Tearooms Drink Up 2023
Restaurants
The Britannia Tearooms debuting in Midway District
Selina Stockley, of Surrey, England, has been living in San Diego for 31 years and this new business venture has long been her dream.
July 5, 2023
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Monica Garske
SD Elvira restaurant
Restaurants
Cesarina Group to open traditional Roman pizzeria in Ocean Beach
Elvira is set to open at the former site of BO-beau kitchen + bar.
June 29, 2023
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Monica Garske
A couple poses under a neon sign that reads "Stay Classy San Diego."
Play
25 date night ideas in San Diego
Got a new fling but don’t know where to go? Hoping to spice things up with your longtime partner? We’re here to help plan your next date night in San Diego.
June 22, 2023
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Michael Beausoleil
A man sipping wine at Nat Diego
Events
Nat Diego returns to San Diego in July 2023
The festival features sips and samples without any additives.
June 21, 2023
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Michael Beausoleil
Ice cream flight
Food
What ice cream flavor best embodies San Diego?
Our city is home to so many distinct flavors and regional fruits and veggies. Which would you use to make San Diego into its very own flavor of ice cream?
June 12, 2023
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Emily Shea-Owen
A scoop of green ice cream in a cup in National City, CA
Food
16 of San Diego’s coolest ice cream shops
These shops are known for award-winning flavor, uncommon recipes, and their methods of making frozen goodness.
June 9, 2023
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Michael Beausoleil
The new blue beach outdoor space at Birch Aquarium in San Diego in June 2023.
Events
New at Birch Aquarium: ‘Blue Beach’ and family-friendly happy hour series
The Blue Beach space is now open to visitors; the happy hour series runs Monday-Wednesday, July 10-Aug. 30.
June 8, 2023
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Monica Garske
SD Drink Up Month 2023 Preview
Restaurants
SDtoday will celebrate Drink Up Month in July 2023
We’ll be exploring San Diego’s bountiful beverage scene during the month of July — from tea and coffee, to craft beer and more.
June 8, 2023
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Monica Garske
SD Carlsbad Strawberry Company U-pick season
Culture
Carlsbad Strawberry Company open for 2023 U-pick season
The berry sweet activity is open daily, 9 a.m.-6 p.m., at 1050 Cannon Rd.
June 7, 2023
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Monica Garske
SD Donna Jean Vegetarian Guide
Live
Our favorite vegan and vegetarian eats in San Diego
Dig into delicious and nutritious vegan and vegetarian fare in every corner of San Diego County.
June 5, 2023
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Monica Garske
A crunch wrap at the vegan food pop up.
Food
The Vegan Food Popup comes to San Diego four times a month
Spot this meetup in Vista, North Park, and Barrio Logan.
May 31, 2023
SD The Marine Room High Tide Dinners
Restaurants
Summer ‘High Tide Dinners’ return to The Marine Room in La Jolla
The 82-year-old restaurant on Spindrift Drive is known for its incredible views of crashing surf.
May 30, 2023
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Monica Garske
Hodad's burger and fries
Live
Where to find lunch for $15 or less
Ready for your lunch break? Check out these 20 lunches from sandwiches to salads.
May 22, 2023
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Laura Hackett
Rooftop patio and view from Techo Beso with lounge chairs and pink umbrellas.
Food
Techo Beso now open in the Gaslamp Quarter
The rooftop restaurant and bar draws inspiration from Tulum, Mexico.
May 16, 2023
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Michael Beausoleil
SD Oddish Wine The Garten opening
Food
Oddish Wine opens at The Gärten in Bay Park
The urban winery specializes in “minimal intervention wines,” ciders, vermouth, and amaro.
May 12, 2023
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Monica Garske
SD Gator by the Bay festival
Festivals
Gator by the Bay returns to Spanish Landing Park
The beloved Louisiana-themed music fest is Thursday, May 11-Sunday, May 14.
May 10, 2023
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Monica Garske
Two kids in denim aprons gaze at a counter holding a bowl of flour, chocolate chips, and croissants.
Food
Summer cooking camps for kids in San Diego
Young chefs are a course away from an inspiring, instructional, and tasty summer.
May 9, 2023
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Sarah Leonhardt
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