Gourmet Goodies for the Holidays at Flower Hill Promenade
Ugly Christmas Sweater Tour | A Hideously Glorious Downtown Barcrawl
December 7, 2012On Saturday December 15th, local legend and happy hour aficionado, King of Happy Hour is partnering with Miss Molly Presents to host the 2012 Ugly Christmas Sweater Tour from 2pm-7pm. This self-guided tour of 9 great downtown locations will begin at Taste & Thirst where you can pick up your badge before embarking on your boozey journey around town. So get digging through grandma's closet or the local Goodwill, find the ugliest possible Christmas sweater and help spread some good ol' holiday cheer!
Cafe Japengo Offers Prix Fixe Menu and a Duo of Staycation Packages this New Year's Eve
Cafe Japengo, the award-winning sushi and Asian fusion restaurant located in the Aventine lifestyle complex, has announced a special New Year’s Eve prix fixe dinner in addition to two all-encompassing packages for New Year’s Eve celebrators. Packages will include the staycation-style “Japengo Dine and Stay” and “Dance and Stay” options.
Malts, Hops and Curds, Oh My! Andaz to Showcase Craft Beer and Artisanal Cheese Pairings at December 13th Andaz Salon Event
On December 13th from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m., Andaz San Diego will host its final Andaz Salon event of 2012: Malts, Hops and Curds, a craft beer and artisanal cheese pairing event to be held in the Ivy Wine Bar. This event will offer guests an up close and personal look at two much-loved local companies: Green Flash Brewing Co. and Venissimo Cheese.
TONIGHT - Green Flash Brewing to Host 1st Annual Outdoor Market | An Array of Local Vendors Hand-Selected for Open Air Marketplace at the Brewery
To celebrate the winter bottle release of Green Flash Brewing Co’s festive top-shelf brew, Grand Cru, the brewery and Tasting Room is hosting its first-ever Grand Holiday Marketplace TONIGHT, Wednesday, December 5th from 4pm – 8pm.
Good Time Design Names Chef for its Newest Restaurant Concept - The Blind Burro | Set To Open in San Diego's East Village this December
Good Time Design, an all-encompassing restaurant and entertainment venue design and consulting firm, has announced Sara Polczynski as the Consulting Executive Chef for The Blind Burro, the group’s newest restaurant concept located in San Diego’s East Village. This December, under her guidance, The Blind Burro will begin serving authentic south of the border street food, with a modern flair and an emphasis on local sustainable seafood, heavily inspired by the Baja region (menu portion copied below).
Benefiting Toys for Tots San Diego | Don't Miss the 1st Annual Toys for Tots Gourmet Food Truck Festival on December 15th
Toys for Tots is teaming up with some of San Diego's favorite food trucks for the first ever Toys for Tots San Diego Gourmet Food Truck Festival, taking place on Saturday, December 15th at the Epicentre parking lot located at 8450 Mira Mesa Blvd. Don't miss the chance to support a good cause while sampling some of the best gourmet food trucks San Diego has to offer at a fun filled event for the whole family.
The Final Chapter: Stone 12.12.12 Vertical Epic Ale Released December 3
They say all good things come to an end, and sadly, this is true of the Stone Vertical Epic Ale series. Today marks the release of Stone Brewing Co.’s final beer in the series, Stone 12.12.12 Vertical Epic Ale. However, before tears are shed for the end of this epic era, consider that the release of this beer actually calls for a celebration.
At the Hillcrest Taste n’ Tinis | Thursday, December 13th to benefit the Hillcrest Business Association
Classic cocktail parties will have a new sparkle this season, when one of San Diego's most beloved neighborhoods serves up a festive way to enjoy the holiday season. On Thursday, December 13th, 2012 from 5 PM to 9 PM, take in the crisp winter air and holiday decorations, while you embark on a self-guided walking tour of delightful drinks, scrumptious eats and fabulous retail shopping at the Hillcrest Taste N’ Tinis!
'Tis the Season for Private Dining All Around San Diego
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| Private dining room at Herringbone |
With the holidays upon us, ‘tis the season to find the perfect space for family gatherings, office holiday parties and anything in between. In addition to San Diego’s legendary beautiful weather year-round, San Diego neighborhoods boasts an array of private dining venues perfect for any occasion.
Karl Toasts to the Holidays with Mouette à Trois Fruitcake Ale
To celebrate the end of a record-breaking year Karl Strauss is releasing its limited edition holiday ale, Mouette à Trois. The spiced fruitcake ale will be featured at the company’s holiday party, Brewfestivus, to mark the end of a benchmark year. 2012 has been an exceptional year for the company; beer sales are up 27% post-brewery expansion, their new brewery restaurant is setting sales records of its own, and the expansion into Northern California has far exceeded projections.
SoNo Park Holiday Fest and Chili Cookoff on Sunday, December 2nd | San Diego's South and North Park 'Hoods Make Peace...AND CHILI!!!
The annual SoNo Park Holiday Fest and Chilipalooza will take place on Sunday, December 2, 2012 from 11am to 5pm, giving San Diegans a chance to buy local, eat local and drink local, all for a good cause. This free holiday event is a collaboration between San Diego Ceramic Connection and the McKinley Elementary School Foundation and promises award-winning chili as local restaurants (including The Linkery, El Take It Easy!, Sea Rocket Bistro, The Smoking Goat, Toronado, True North Tavern, Uptown Tavern, Vagabond, West Coast Tavern, Lefty's Chicago Pizzeria, Urban Solace, Rebecca's Coffee House, Starlite, Juan Chou, Splash Wine Bar, Phil’s BBQ and more) face off for chili bragging rights once again.
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Chef Joe Busalacchi Calls the Shots During ‘A Modo Mio’ Week at A Modo Mio restaurant in Hillcrest
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| Chef Joe Busalacchi hard at work |
November 29, 2012
Photos by Paul Bowers
Celebrated San Diego restaurateur and chef Joe Busalacchi will set aside his regular menu to do things “a modo mio” or “my way” for dinner service from December 7th to 13th at Busalacchi’s newest restaurant, A Modo Mio in Hillcrest. Guests will choose chicken, red meat, fish or vegetarian fare for the main course and Joe will take care of the rest using fresh, seasonal, uncomplicated ingredients that are a hallmark of true Sicilian cooking – a surprise meal for the adventurous diner.
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