Get to Know the Gourmet in Grocery Outlet with Sam the Cooking Guy | Thursday, September 20th

September 13, 2012

Join national culinary personality Sam the Cooking Guy as he creates a culinary tasting tour of the surprising frugal flavors of San Diego’s brand new East Village Grocery Outlet on Thursday, September 20th from 5:30pm to 7:30pm.  For $5, you get to meet the charming Sam Zien and sample his food.  You'll also want to stick around after and explore the extreme value of Grocery Outlet, which we've been intending to get back to since our Sam The Cooking Guy experience.

San Diego Restaurant Week Press Conference | Thursday, September 13th at 10:30am

The Guests of Honor - Mayor Sanders
and Council President Tony Young

September 12, 2012

San Diego Restaurant Week will hold a press conference with over 50 of San Diego Restaurant Week’s top chefs in attendance to celebrate the start of this week of delicious dining that has become a beloved tradition in the San Diego community.  The press conference will be held on Thursday, September 13th, 2012 at 10:30 AM at the USS Midway Museum and will feature special guests such as Mayor Jerry Sanders and Council President Tony Young.

Savor Your Favorite Sweets on International Chocolate Day | September 13th!

 September 12, 2012

September signals the official start of fall and the end of summer dieting. Stop sucking in your stomach, step off the StairMaster and celebrate by indulging in International Chocolate Day on Thursday, September 13th.  Not only is cacao linked to lower blood pressure and a lowered risk of stroke and cardiovascular disease, this magic bean also elevates levels of mood-boosting serotonin, which makes you feel like a million bucks.  Check out some of the local restaurants offering special treats in honor of Chocolate day!

SoCal's The Dirty Heads join Matisyahu at Humphreys Concerts By The Bay | Wednesday, September 19th

September 12, 2012

The Dirty Heads and Matisyahu continue their co-headlining tour, making their way across America with a scheduled stop at San Diego's picturesque Humphreys Concerts By The Bay venue on Wednesday, September 19th.  Don't miss the opportunity to Dance All Night with The Dirty Heads and Matisyahu as they rock out Shelter Island.

Solace & The Moonlight Lounge Celebrates One-Year Anniversary | Executive Chef and Owner Matt Gordon welcomes the public for a party benefitting StandUp For Kids - September 16th

September 12, 2012


Mark your calendars as Urban Solace's kid brother - Solace & The Moonlight Lounge in Encinitas - will welcome friends, foodies and neighbors to enjoy drinks and music in celebration of its one-year anniversary on Sunday, September 16 at 6 p.m.

A Tale of Two Block Parties | Recappin' the SoCal Music Festival and StreetBeat KPRI Block Party 2

Top: Vokab Kompany
Bottom: Jakob Dylan

September 11, 2012

Two weekends. Two concerts. Two different areas of downtown San Diego closed off to accommodate the scene. While Labor Day weekend's SoCal Music Festival was hyped to the max and bumping with varied vibes in the East Village, KPRi's StreetBeat Block Party was subdued, civilized and intimate in Little Italy. Both were awesome times, mainly because we love great music and the illusion of freedom that comes from being able to drink alcohol while roaming about the streets of America's Finest City.

5th Annual San Diego Music Thing to Feature Many Concerts and Conferences | This Weekend - September 14th and 15th

September 11, 2012

The San Diego Music Thing (SDMT) conference is now in its fifth year drawing music industry professionals, talented musicians and aspiring professionals to beautiful San Diego, California for two days of live music, conferences and lectures all over America's Finest City.

San Diego Restaurant Week 2012 | Sunday, September 16th to Friday, September 21st, 2012

September 11, 2012

San Diego Restaurant Week returns for its second installment in 2012, taking place Sunday, September 16th to Friday, September 21st, 2012.  SDRW brings the city’s vibrant food scene to life for one week of delicious dining, showcasing the freshest ingredients, most flavorful dishes and tastiest culinary gems that San Diego has to offer!

In-the-Know at In-N-Out | A Simple List of Secret Menu Options

September 10, 2012

There are many sites online where you can find the In-N-Out Burger secret menu, but the mysterious item choices are often contained in lengthy articles with too much explanation.  We want to make it simple here and put the whole secret menu in a list.  Check it out, and if you know of anything that we missed, please contact us and let it be known!

Paradise Point Resort & Spa Celebrates 50 Years on Mission Bay in San Diego | 12 Historic Reasons to Visit

September 10, 2012

Tucked away on gentle Mission Bay, Paradise Point is a luxurious 44-acre island resort located minutes from the heart of downtown San Diego and across the street from SeaWorld. This plush four-diamond resort is surrounded by a mile of sandy beach and features beach bungalow-style guest rooms amidst lush, tropical gardens and meandering lagoons. The historic 462-room property which recently underwent a $20 million renovation, has its own marina, island-themed spa, private water taxi service to SeaWorld and 14 beach bonfire rings in the sand.

Happy 100th to San Diego’s Godfather of Beer | Celebrating with Karl Strauss Amber

September 9, 2012

Karl M. Strauss would have celebrated his 100th birthday on October 5th, 2012 and Karl Strauss Brewing Company is honoring San Diego’s Godfather of Beer with the re-release of his namesake and favorite—Karl Strauss Amber.  Karl sparked the craft beer renaissance in San Diego back in 1989 when he helped two gutsy kids open the city’s first craft brewery in more than 50 years.

From the Restauranteur behind BASIC and URBN comes Gang Kitchen | Opening in Downtown San Diego November 2012

September 9, 2012

Leading Southern California Restaurateur, Jon Mangini announces the lease of a new 5,000 square foot concept in the heart of downtown San Diego.  Mangini—who is best known for launching multi-million dollar projects such as BASIC Urban + Kitchen & Bar (2006) in the East Village and URBN Coal Fired Pizza (2009) in North Park—has garnered national acclaim for his casual neighborhood eateries, which feature an industrial warehouse aesthetic and New Haven-style pizzas. However, Mangini’s newest endeavor will take on an entirely new direction by implementing an edgy approach towards Asian cuisine, while still maintaining the stylish urban appeal that has become his signature mark on the city’s hospitality scene. The venue, located at 345 6th Avenue, will open doors November 2012 and will be called “Gang Kitchen”, which translates to “steel” in Mandarin.

Treat Your Taste Buds to a Night They’ll Savor at The 20th Annual 2012 Taste of Downtown | October 11th

September 8, 2012

Take your taste buds out for a night on the town… Downtown that is! Taste of Downtown returns on Thursday, October 11, 2012 from 5:00PM to 9:00PM offering samples from over 50 restaurants throughout the Gaslamp Quarter, Financial District, East Village and Horton Plaza. This self-guided walking tour will feature your favorite eateries, classic bistros, tasty take-outs and showcase the newest dining hot spots.

Get a Sneak Peek of Restaurant Week at the #SDRWTaste2012 | Friday, September 14th, 2012 from 5:00-9:00 PM at the Broadway Pier

September 8, 2012

For the first time ever, San Diego Restaurant Week will be having it's very own kick off event! #SDRWTaste2012  will be an exclusive first look at what to expect for the coming San Diego Restaurant Week, which will run September 16th-21st! On Friday, September 14, 2012 from 5:00-9:00 PM at the Broadway Pier in the Port Pavilion, people from all over San Diego will gather to indulge in this premiere tasting event.

Cruise 4 Kids Sports & Exotic Car Rally Stops Traffic & Starts Growth | September 8th

September 7, 2012

 “Cruise 4 Kids” (C4K) Sports & Exotic Car Rally, a one- of-a-kind San Diego event benefitting the Boys & Girls Clubs of San Dieguito (BGCSDTO), will be held on Saturday, September 8, 2012.  C4K has become one of the most anticipated signature events for luxury car owners and enthusiasts in Southern California and will for the first time be open to the public!

Five Course Orfila Wine Dinner At The Steakhouse at Azul La Jolla | September 23rd

September 7, 2012

On Sunday, September 23rd, The Steakhouse at Azul La Jolla is pairing up with award winning San Diego winery, Orfila, to serve up an extraordinary 5 course dinner that will be sure to top off your summer. Executive Corporate Chef, Steve Floyd, has created a menu that is too good to be true and paired along signature Orfila wines this is a meal fit for pure indulgence.

Hillcrest's Newest Nightlife Venue Hosts Name Unveiling Celebration at the Space Previously Occupied by Eden | September 7th

September 7, 2012

The new Hillcrest nightlife concept that took over the space previously occupied by Eden is hosting a name unveiling celebration tonight - Friday, September 7th. After holding a competition to choose the new name within the Hillcrest community, new owners DVR Intellectual Property Group are hosting a VIP cocktail hour for those who participated in the name voting contest, and are extending the celebration to the public with no cover charge.

Spirits of Mexico Festival to Present More Than Two Hundred Varietals of Tequila at Tasting Event Sept. 15th

September 4, 2012

Tequila aficionados and budding enthusiasts will have the opportunity to discover just how complex and fascinating tequilas, mezcals, sotols and other Mexican spirits can be at the Spirits of Mexico Festival happening Sept. 9th through 15th in Old Town San Diego. The festival’s main tasting event on Saturday, Sept. 15, from 7 to 9 p.m., will feature more than 70 brands of more than 200 varietals from well-known to smaller, independent producers, who will provide generous samplings of their best spirits.

Food Network Star Tyler Florence and Herrinbone's Chef Amy Baumgarten to Host Four Course Dinner and Wine Pairing | September 13th

September 6 2012

On Thursday, September 13th, see what happens when you pair wine, food, and two beautiful celebrity chefs at one of the most awe-inspiring restaurants in San Diego. We’re betting it will be an unforgettable evening as the Food Network’s Tyler Florence is heading to Herringbone in La Jolla with his very own TF Limited-production wines to be paired with a four-course dinner by Top Chef Season 7 star - Herringbone's Executive Chef Amanda Baumgarten.