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San Diego Winter Brew Fest Returns to the Hall of Champions in Balboa Park for Two Nights | Save on Tickets and Enter to Win
Step Out For Super Bowl Sunday at These San Diego Spots
January 23, 2015
Did you know that on average, more than 20 million Americans get together for Super Bowl Sunday? Close to one billion chicken wings are gobbled up and washed down with almost 350 million gallons of beer each year. You can spread the amount of guacamole consumed during the Super Bowl over one football field and it’d be nearly 11 feet deep. Stats show fans spend at least a month preparing for parties at home. Skip the cooking and the clean up and check out our list of San Diego’s favorite bars or restaurants to watch the Patriots take on the Seahawks and, most importantly, eat and drink!
Did you know that on average, more than 20 million Americans get together for Super Bowl Sunday? Close to one billion chicken wings are gobbled up and washed down with almost 350 million gallons of beer each year. You can spread the amount of guacamole consumed during the Super Bowl over one football field and it’d be nearly 11 feet deep. Stats show fans spend at least a month preparing for parties at home. Skip the cooking and the clean up and check out our list of San Diego’s favorite bars or restaurants to watch the Patriots take on the Seahawks and, most importantly, eat and drink!
Nine San Diego Restaurants Make Yelp's Top 100 Places to Eat in the U.S. List
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| Samples from Beyer Deli in Bonita |
The online citizen review aggregation site, Yelp, released its Top 100 Places to Eat in the U.S. in 2015 list, and nine San Diego County restaurants made the list, including SanDiegoVille favorites Beyer Deli and Eddie V's Prime Seafood. Yelp released it's inaugural Top 100 list in early 2014, and San Diego County had eight eateries listed that time around.
Don't Miss Cask Nights at Regents Pizzeria in La Jolla
January 22, 2015
The Blind Burro's Taco Fights Return With an "Iron Chef" Twist | Starting Tuesday, February 10
January 22, 2015
The Blind Burro’s Taco Fights 3 begins on Tuesday, February 10, from 7-9pm, and continues every Tuesday until March 3 when a winner is crowned. The highly anticipated and well-attended taco making competition has a new “Iron Chef” twist this time around. Six talented local chefs will be required to use an ingredient voted by the public on The Blind Burro’s Facebook page the week prior to every competition. The attendees can try each of the chef's prepared tacos ($9 for both) and cast a vote for whose taco is best, all while enjoying great drink specials. Admission to the competitions is free.
The Blind Burro’s Taco Fights 3 begins on Tuesday, February 10, from 7-9pm, and continues every Tuesday until March 3 when a winner is crowned. The highly anticipated and well-attended taco making competition has a new “Iron Chef” twist this time around. Six talented local chefs will be required to use an ingredient voted by the public on The Blind Burro’s Facebook page the week prior to every competition. The attendees can try each of the chef's prepared tacos ($9 for both) and cast a vote for whose taco is best, all while enjoying great drink specials. Admission to the competitions is free.
Trey Foshee of George's At The Cove Officially Announces Galaxy Taco | Read the Story Behind the Incoming Mexican-Inspired Eatery
January 21, 2015
George's At The Cove Executive Chef and Partner Trey Foshee has broken his silence on the incoming Galaxy Taco, set to open late spring/early summer in La Jolla Shores at 2259 Avenida de la Playa. Foshee took to George's blog to explain his motivation for opening Galaxy, his passion for Mexico and its culinary styles and his goals for his latest endeavor.
South Park's Alchemy Restaurant to Close as of February 3 | Vegan Eatery KINDRED to Take Its Place
January 21, 2015
Alchemy restaurant, located at 1503 30th Street in South Park, will be celebrating its tenure over the next two weeks as the eatery approaches its last day of operations on Tuesday, February 3. Over the past six years, Alchemy has been awarded numerous acknowledgements for their restaurant and team from Best Neighborhood Restaurant in 2013 (San Diego Magazine - Critic’s Pick) to co-owner Ron Troyano being named Cross Sector Business Leader for 2014 by Community Health Improvement Partners. From the start of operations in 2009, Alchemy has supported the city of San Diego through numerous donations, classes, and community service activities.
Chef Craig Jimenez Joins SuperNatural Sandwiches as New Executive Chef and Partner
January 21, 2015
Young and talented Chef Craig Jimenez, former executive chef of the now-shuttered Gang Kitchen and Roseville Cozinha before that, has joined the team at SuperNatural Sandwiches as the new executive chef and partner at San Diego's favorite seafood sandwich spot.
Young and talented Chef Craig Jimenez, former executive chef of the now-shuttered Gang Kitchen and Roseville Cozinha before that, has joined the team at SuperNatural Sandwiches as the new executive chef and partner at San Diego's favorite seafood sandwich spot.
Green Flash Brewing Co. Rolls Out Mobile Food Truck Eatery | Crafting Ultimate Beer & Food Pairing Experience
January 20, 2015
Omnia San Diego Unveils 2015 Talent Roster | The Former Stingaree to Reopen This Spring With Impressive Lineup of Performers
January 20, 2015
Omnia San Diego by Hakkasan Group, set to open in Spring 2015, has released their talent roster, including an impressive list of the top artists in today's electronic music scene. Set to elevate San Diego's already bustling nightlife offerings, the former Stingaree has been transformed into an entirely new venue that will welcome talent including Afrojack, Armin Van Buuren, Krewella, as well as performances by Steve Aoki, Above & Beyond, Dada Life and many more.
Omnia San Diego by Hakkasan Group, set to open in Spring 2015, has released their talent roster, including an impressive list of the top artists in today's electronic music scene. Set to elevate San Diego's already bustling nightlife offerings, the former Stingaree has been transformed into an entirely new venue that will welcome talent including Afrojack, Armin Van Buuren, Krewella, as well as performances by Steve Aoki, Above & Beyond, Dada Life and many more.
Artisan Bentō To Open in Banker's Hill On Monday, January 19
January 17, 2015
From the team behind Azuki Sushi, Artisan Bentō will offer a different side of Japanese cuisine in Banker's Hill starting Monday, January 19. Located at the former Gourmet On 5th space at 2505 5th
Avenue, Artisan Bentō will offer diners Japanese quick-service delights including customizable bento boxes and bao buns, as well as salad, rice and ramen bowls.
Enjoy a Healthy Spin on Comfort Foods at These Four San Diego Eateries
January 17, 2015
As people continue to care more about their personal fitness and well-being in 2015, we are seeing healthy spins on classic comfort foods showing up on menus all over San Diego. Diners can now find solace in knowing they don’t have to give up their favorite dishes altogether, but can instead find healthier takes on guilty-pleasures at restaurants across the county. Instead of spaghetti and meatballs, think about items like gluten-free spaghetti squash casserole - a veggie-filled alternative to the carb overload that usually accompanies the Italian staple.
As people continue to care more about their personal fitness and well-being in 2015, we are seeing healthy spins on classic comfort foods showing up on menus all over San Diego. Diners can now find solace in knowing they don’t have to give up their favorite dishes altogether, but can instead find healthier takes on guilty-pleasures at restaurants across the county. Instead of spaghetti and meatballs, think about items like gluten-free spaghetti squash casserole - a veggie-filled alternative to the carb overload that usually accompanies the Italian staple.
A Blissful 24 Hour Vacation in Valle de Guadalupe | Enjoying the Winter Harvest at Deckman's en El Mogor and a Relaxing Stay at Hotel Boutique
January 16, 2015
This past Saturday, we took the two hour trek to Valle de Guadalupe in Baja California, Mexico, enjoying a leisurely and breathtaking drive that rivals the northern California Highway 101 in beauty. Our trip was planned around a six-course winter bounty feast at Deckman's En El Mogor, an al fresco restaurant from Michelin-star-studded chef Drew Deckman. After an other-worldly meal, we stayed nearby at the charming Hotel Boutique, and the following morning enjoyed a most amazing breakfast at its in-house restaurant, Fuego Restaurant and Lounge. It was a wonderful 24 hour stay in one of our favorite regions of the world.
This past Saturday, we took the two hour trek to Valle de Guadalupe in Baja California, Mexico, enjoying a leisurely and breathtaking drive that rivals the northern California Highway 101 in beauty. Our trip was planned around a six-course winter bounty feast at Deckman's En El Mogor, an al fresco restaurant from Michelin-star-studded chef Drew Deckman. After an other-worldly meal, we stayed nearby at the charming Hotel Boutique, and the following morning enjoyed a most amazing breakfast at its in-house restaurant, Fuego Restaurant and Lounge. It was a wonderful 24 hour stay in one of our favorite regions of the world.
Save $5 Per Ticket to the BrewShine Moonshine and Craft Beer Fest | Taking Place at The Deck at Moonshine Flats on Saturday, January 24
January 16, 2015
This Saturday, January 24, from 12-4pm, don't miss the inaugural BrewShine Fest at The Deck at Moonshine Flats, located at 335 Sixth Avenue in downtown San Diego. The Deck is bringing great craft beer together with moonshine for an epic daydrinking event - one of the first of its kind! SanDiegoVille readers receive a $5 discount on tickets by using promo code SDVILLE at checkout!
This Saturday, January 24, from 12-4pm, don't miss the inaugural BrewShine Fest at The Deck at Moonshine Flats, located at 335 Sixth Avenue in downtown San Diego. The Deck is bringing great craft beer together with moonshine for an epic daydrinking event - one of the first of its kind! SanDiegoVille readers receive a $5 discount on tickets by using promo code SDVILLE at checkout!
Pistachios Appear on Menus Across San Diego
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| Semifreddo al Pistacchio from Bencotto Italian Kitchen |
Pistachios are going to be big in 2015 and have already been popping up on menus across the country. Though tiny, pistachio nuts pack a big punch when it comes to flavor and chefs around the world are beginning to take note. We've rounded up a few menu options from San Diego restaurants that feature these tasty, green nuts, which are also high in fiber, potassium-rich and heart-healthy. We also have an easy-to-follow recipe for Pistachio Crusted Salmon Sandwich from Draft South Mission Beach that cooks can easily replicate at home!
Humphreys' Chef Paul Murphy to Appear on The Food Network's Guy's Grocery Games | Sunday, January 25
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| Chef Paul Murphy with his daughter, Meghan, and wife, Elizabeth |
San Diego’s very own Chef Paul Murphy of Humphreys Restaurant on Shelter Island returns to The Food Network on Sunday, January 25. Chef Murphy will be put to the test on the series premier of The Food Network’s Guy’s Grocery Games. The episode is centered on families with each competitor part of a team with two of their family members.
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