SanDiegoVille's Top Five Best Reasons For Not Jumping On The "Best of" Bandwagon

December 1, 2017

Everyone is looking for the "best" nowadays. You'll see "Best of" lists all over the place - best restaurant, best chefs, best neighborhood, best opening, etc., superlative, etc., especially as the end of the year approaches. We don't blame people for wanting to maximize enjoyment by seeking out quality, but when it comes to "the best" of any particular food-related category, it's really a subjective determination with each person having their own unique rhyme and reason. Although we'll occasionally discuss our personal favorites, we're not keen on the "Best of" movement that is taking the Internet by storm. Here are our top 5 reasons for not jumping on the "Best of" bandwagon.

Larsen's Steakhouse Unveils In La Jolla

November 30, 2017

Debuting tonight as part of Westfield UTC's $600 million expansion, which includes the addition of many new dining options, is Larsen's Steakhouse - a decade-old brand of upscale surf & turf restaurants centered around dry-aged meats with 6 locations currently sited in California & Nevada.

Longtime Romesco Chef To Open Taco Eatery In San Diego's South County

November 29, 2017

Heading into San Diego's South County is a new taco shop from the previous Executive Chef of Bonita's popular Romesco Mexiterranean Bistro. Tuetano Taqueria is set to debut with a menu of traditional Mexican tacos in Spring 2018.

Chef Chris Osborne Joins The Team At Downtown San Diego's BIGA

November 28, 2017

Fresh off a short stint as Executive Chef at Counterpoint in Golden Hill, Chris Osborne has joined the team at downtown San Diego's BIGA, taking the position of Chef de Cuisine at the popular Italian restaurant.

Toast To Sips, Samplings, & Shopping At Hillcrest's Taste 'N' Tinis Annual Holiday Event On Thursday, December 13 | Enter To Win Tickets

November 27, 2017

Break out your best holiday attire for the fabulously fun Hillcrest Taste 'N' Tinis, taking place on Thursday, December 14, from 4-9pm. Classic cocktail parties will have a fabulous sparkle this season when one of San Diego’s most beloved neighborhoods serves up a festive way to enjoy the holiday season. 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!

Pacific Beach's JRDN At Tower23 Hotel To Close For Refresh

November 27, 2017

One of San Diego’s premier beachfront dining destinations - JRDN at Tower23 Hotel - which is located on the vibrant Pacific Beach boardwalk, will temporarily close from January 2 through February 9 for a month-long refresh.

Incoming Sweetfin Poké To Host Pop-Up Tasting In North Park This December

November 27, 2017

Opening this December in Westfield UTC, Sweetfin Poké is one of Los Angeles' most popular destinations for the Hawaiian marinated fish dish that's taking San Diego by storm. Prior to its debut, Sweetfin is popping up in North Park for one day only to give San Diegans a taste of what's to come! 

Hotel Del Coronado's Topsy Turvy Tree Gets Mixed Reactions

November 26, 2017

For the 2017 holiday season, San Diego's historic Hotel Del Coronado has taken what many see as an unusual approach with its annual lobby Christmas tree - hanging it upside down - and it may have been more divisive than the resort initially intended.

Catalina Offshore Products Delivery Van Stolen In Pacific Beach

November 25, 2017

On the evening of Black Friday, Catalina Offshore Products resident fishmonger took to Facebook to put out notice that the company's delivery van was stolen from in front of a popular sushi mecca in San Diego's Pacific Beach.

Pisco Rotisserie & Cevicheria Targets North County San Diego For Second Location

November 24, 2017

After debuting the flagship location within Liberty Station this past July, Sami Ladeki of Sammy's Woodfired Pizza and famed Peruvian Chef Emmanual Piqueras will open a second outpost of Pisco Rotisserie & Cevicheria in San Diego's North County by year's end.

Support A New San Diego Product For Small Business Saturday | Order Tuck This Holiday Season And Give The Gift Of Ultimate Comfort

November 24, 2017

Straight out of a scene from Seinfeld, it all started as an argument between two of my brothers about the right way to sleep soundly - whether feet sprawling out from the bottom of the blanket or tucked tightly inside. The debate sparked an idea that lead to Tuck - The Ultimate Comfort Companion, which launched and funded its crowdfunding campaign last Fall on Kickstarter. Much more than a blanket, this all-in-one accessory is a footed-throw, a pillow, a hoodie, a cape, and much more - meant to protect against the chill and promote relaxation, offering all the comforts of home in one fluffy package. It's like a snuggie on steroids, and promo code SDVILLE saves $5 per order - just in time for the holidays!

Sip & Savor The Holiday Season At The Toast Of Gaslamp On Saturday, December 9 | Save On Passes & Enter To Win Tickets

November 23, 2017

It’s time to toast the holidays and reclaim all that is merry and bright – with plenty of festive cocktails, notable nibbles, and shopping discounts for all! The Toast of Gaslamp returns to downtown San Diego on Saturday, December 9, from 1-6pm, bringing another self-guided walking tour that will have participants tasting, toasting, and shopping with 20 sips, 20 bites, and 20 shopping deals! We are raffling off 2 tickets to this festive, holiday-themed event, as well as offering promo code SDVILLE for $5 savings per ticket!

Cellar Door Owners Open Mixology Supply Store In North Park | Collins & Coupe Debuts This Weekend

November 22, 2017

Debuting this weekend in North Park is Collins & Coupe, a bartender supply store from the owners of the popular Cellar Door Supper Club.

More Than A Dozen San Diego Restaurants Sued Over Surcharge

November 21, 2017

At least fifteen lawsuits have been filed against some of San Diego's most popular restaurants alleging that a controversial surcharge amounts to an illegal practice in violation of California law.

San Diego Chef Jason McLeod To Appear On Food Network's Beat Bobby Flay

November 20, 2017

San Diego Chef Jason McLeod, who manages all things food at Consortium Holdings and is a partner at the company's Ironside Fish & Oyster and Soda & Swine concepts, will compete on the Food Network hit culinary competition Beat Bobby Flay.

US Grant Executive Chef Wins San Diego Bay Wine + Food Festival 'Chef Of The Fest' Honors For Second Year In A Row

November 19, 2017

Yesterday, US Grant Executive Chef Mark Kropczynski took home the title of San Diego Bay Wine + Food Festival Chef of the Fest for the second year in a row.

Scenes From The 14th Annual San Diego Bay Wine + Food Festival Grand Tasting

November 18, 2017

Head to SanDiegoVille's Facebook Page to see our photos from today's San Diego Bay Wine + Food Festival Grand Tasting, one of our favorite annual events!