O.B. Beach Ball Festival!!!

May 17, 2012

We may have had our heads in the sand, but we sure are sorry we didn't let you all know about this Ocean Beach extravaganza sooner!  Beginning Wednesday through this Sunday Ocean Beach is hosting OB Beach Ball, a smorgasbord of a festival, featuring a 70 foot Ferris wheel, bikini contests, beer gardens, volleyball tournaments, a Hodad's hamburger-eating contest, a 135 foot long slip n' slide, live music galore, and so much more!!!!

AND if you don't trust yourself on a bike after a few craft beers,  you can just jump on the free PB to OB shuttles, operating from 10am till 9pm.  They leave every ½ hour from 710 Beach Club in PB and drop you at the OB Boardwalk, adjacent to “Beach Ball."  See ya there!

Cohn Restaurant Group Opens Doors to Vintana in Escondido on May 21st

May 17, 2012

After nine cumulative months of construction, the city’s most visible restaurant collective is gearing up to unveil their most anticipated concept to date—Vintana. The massive new $2.5 million joint venture from the Cohn Restaurant Group and Judy Jones-Cone, owner of The Centre at Lexus Escondido, is set to open its doors to the public on May 21, 2012 and is on track to break the mold of “traditional dining” as the first restaurant and luxury entertainment destination of its kind in the inland North County region.

Snooze | Denver's Best Breakfast Spot Comes to San Diego

May 16, 2012

By Bunny Anderson, Nightlife Reporter for Examiner.com

Over the summer I packed up my life in Denver, Colorado and ventured out west to make my home in sunny San Diego. While the idea of constant sunshine, surf, and beaches was highly appealing to me, my heart was breaking a little because I had to leave not only my amazing friends but my favorite restaurants and watering holes, including my go-to brunch heaven Snooze.

Get Your Grill Fix on This Memorial Day at BiCE Ristorante

May 16, 2012

For those wanting to avoid the crowded beaches and rooftop pool parties this Memorial Day weekend but don't want to miss out on the grilled food experience, BICE Ristorante in the Gaslamp is a fantastic option with their special Grigliata (everything's grilled) menu.

I Love Poke Festival to Auction Off Judge's Seat for Charity

May 16, 2012

For the first time in the event’s three-year history, the I Love Poke Festival, taking place May 30th from 6 to 9 p.m. at Bali Hai Restaurant, will auction off one of its coveted judging spots for charity, via eBay Giving Works and MissionFish. This auction will begin on May 16th and extend for ten days, ending on Saturday, May 26 at 7:00 p.m.

19th Annual San Diego Sicilian Festival | Sunday, May 20th

May 16, 2012

The San Diego Sicilian Festival returns to the streets of Little Italy this Sunday, May 20th, for its 19th installment.

Grant Grill "Hotel Bar of the Year" Award Party | May 16th

May 14, 2012

In February, Nightclub & Bar Magazine officially announced the winners of the 2012 Nightclub & Bar Awards naming the Grant Grill 'Hotel Bar of the Year.’ To celebrate their success, the Grant Grill is hosting a 'Hotel Bar of the Year' Award Party.

Coast of Pacific Beach to Highlight PB's Dining Industry | May 22, 2012

May 13, 2012

On May 22^nd, make your way to the beach and discover the best eats in Pacific Beach at the upcoming Coast of Pacific Beach Restaurant Walk.  Bring your appetite as this popular annual event continues to grow and will offer a great variety of food choices by over 20 local restaurants as well as special deals from local retailers as you stroll past the shops, all for only $20 presale!

American Craft Beer Week in San Diego | Where to Celebrate and Why

May 11, 2012

Next week San Diego celebrates American Craft Beer Week (this is different than Beer Week, which is later in the year). Below is some info on the jubilation and a round-up of several local establishments dedicated to offering the proper way to celebrate the flourishing local craft beer scene.

Competing Chefs and Participating Restaurants Announced for I Love Poke Festival | May 30, 2012

May 11, 2012

The I Love Poke Festival has announced an impressive lineup of competing chefs who, along with participating restaurants and food vendors, will be present at this large-scale Hawaiian food and culture-fest, taking place May 30 from 6 to 9 p.m. at the Bali Hai Restaurant on Shelter Island.

A Few San Diego Mother's Day Brunches for the Entire Family

May 10, 2012

Eat, drink and be merry with Mom this Mother’s Day. It’s all about family at these San Diego restaurants.

Prepkitchen – Fresh & Flavorful in Little Italy

May 9, 2012
Food Photos by Kiera McGill

The menu quotes the late Julia Child and reads, “You don’t have to cook complicated or fancy masterpieces, just good food from fresh ingredients.” Though I may argue that the London Burning cocktail and puttanesca sauce are in fact masterpieces, Prepkitchen definitely makes good, simple food from the freshest ingredients.

TODAY! Ciro's Pizzeria & Beerhouse in Pacific Beach Celebrates 1 Year Anniversary with $2 Slices and Rare Kegs!!

May 9, 2012

Ciro's Pizzeria and Beerhouse in Pacific Beach will be celebrating its one year anniversary today, Wednesday, May 9th from 11am to close.

One Small Dinner, So Many Possibilities...Exciting New Small Group Dating Service Launches in San Diego

May 8, 2012

An interesting new company has decided to make its national launch right here in San Diego. DinnerDate is a small group dating service that’s making San Diego restaurants the main ingredient for singles seeking new relationships. Below is a full description about who they are and what they have planned for America’s Finest City. Since their April launch, they have had over 1500 people sign up with a profile and DinnerDaters are already meeting one another at restaurants and events!