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SDtoday’s 2025 holiday gift guide: 90+ finds for everyone you love
Including gifts for significant others, retirees, holiday parties, young people, and gifts that ship fast.
October 14, 2025 02:49 PM
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Emily Shea-Owen
SD San Diego Made Holiday Market
Small Business
Preview: The return of San Diego Made Holiday Market
This year’s event features 120+ local makers uniting at Julep — just north of Little Italy — on Saturday, Nov. 18 + Sunday, Nov. 19.
November 8, 2023
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Monica Garske
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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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City Editor Monica’s 3 favorite San Diego news stories from 2023
Take a look at some of our favorite stories we brought you in 2023 — and learn about how you can keep them coming by supporting SDtoday with the gift of your membership.
November 7, 2023
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Events
Veterans Day events and deals in San Diego
Honor local veterans at community ceremonies and parades, and find local businesses that are showing thanks with specials and freebies.
November 3, 2023
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Michael Beausoleil
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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
SD San Diego Brewers Guild
Events
San Diego Beer Week 2023: No big events, more focus on craft breweries
Beer Week is taking it back to the heart of the local brewing scene — with more robust plans in 2024.
October 31, 2023
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Monica Garske
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City Editor Michael’s 3 favorite San Diego news stories from 2023
Take a look at some of our favorite stories we brought you in 2023 — and learn about how you can keep them coming by supporting SDtoday with the gift of your membership.
October 31, 2023
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Get Into Gear: Awesome bike shops in San Diego County
These local spots are geared toward cycling enthusiasts of all levels.
October 23, 2023
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Monica Garske
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
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Nomad Be Happy van rental company expands to San Diego
The Chattanooga-based company has launched van rentals in SD for locals looking to explore the region with ease.
October 17, 2023
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Monica Garske
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