The Monthlong 2014 Chef Celebration Series Is Underway | San Diego's Top Chefs Organize Multi Course Dinner Series and Tasting Event to Benefit Culinary Scholarship Program

April 3, 2014

With huge support from amazing local chefs and top notch restaurant venues, the 2014 Chef Celebration Dinner Series is underway and packing in excited diners!  Created by teams of San Diego's top Chefs, this annual series of multi course dinners directly benefits the nonprofit Chefs of San Diego Celebration Foundation - an association of local chefs who annually donate their talent, time and energy to raise money for a culinary scholarship program.  The Chef Celebration dinner series offers a weekly, multi-course meal prepared by a group of chefs, to occur on each Tuesday at a different restaurant throughout the month of April. The fundraising culminates with the 4th Annual Artisan Food & Craft Beef Festival - a grand finale celebration to be held at Stone Brewing World Bistro & Gardens Liberty Station on Sunday, May 4.

Mission Beach Centennial Celebration Continues with Taste of Mission Beach | Thursday, April 10

April 3, 2014

Mission Beach is turning 100 in 2014! The Mission Beach centennial celebrations continue with the Taste of Mission Beach, taking place on Thursday, April 10 from 5–9pm. Eighteen restaurants in the community are participating, including The Mission, Rubicon Deli, Sandbar Sports Bar& Grill, Bahia Resort Hotel’s Café Bahia, and Catamaran Resort Hotel and Spa’s The Atoll.

San Diego Brewers Guild Presents the 3rd Annual Harrah's Rhythm & Brews Music and Craft Beer Festival | Saturday, May 3

April 2, 2014

The San Diego Brewers Guild (SDBG) continues the tradition of bringing together the best of craft beer at the 3rd Annual Harrah’s Rhythm & Brews Music and Craft Beer Festival along “Hop Highway” in the heart of Vista, California. Taking place on Saturday, May 3 from 12-4pm,  SDBG’S new spring event will feature 50 craft breweries, 9 musical acts on 3 stages, a homebrew contest and local restaurants, with a portion of revenues from the event being donated to the festival’s 501(C)(3) charity partner Relay for Life.

Davanti Enoteca in Del Mar Promotes Michael Nogera to Executive Chef

April 1, 2014

Davanti Enoteca at the Del Mar Highlands Town Center has announced the promotion of Michael Nogera to the position of executive chef. In his new role, Nogera will lead the kitchen and bring creativity and passion to the award-winning restaurant known for its rustic Italian cuisine. Nogera began as sous chef at Davanti Enoteca in April 2013 with ambitions to one day head the restaurant’s kitchen. Earlier positions include working in the Las Vegas kitchens of the esteemed Michael Mina Restaurants and Vox Wine Lounge as well as Charlie Palmer’s Dry Creek Kitchen in Healdsburg, CA.

Pacifica Del Mar Gets Fresh with New Coastal Happy Hour Cocktails and Bites

Top - Fish tacos
Bottom - Arancini balls

March 31, 2014 

Chef/Partner Chris Idso has raised Pacifica Del Mar’s Ocean Bar with a completely revitalized happy hour menu, making this the most significant change the bar has seen in over a decade. The menu now features an eclectic approach to midday fare at half the price, like lobster pretzel sliders ($4.50 during HH) with chilled Maine lobster salad and Old Bay aioli and goat cheese risotto arancini ($3 during HH) with San Marzano sauces and truffle cream. A rotating selection of flat breads like seasonal veggie and honey cured bacon with arugula pesto and a variety of tacos like blackened fish and pulled pork ($2.50 during HH) are part of the lineup as well.

91X Reveals Early Details for Annual X-Fest Concert | 311 and Surprise Co-Headliner to Rock Out Sleep Train Amphitheatre on Friday, May 30

March 31, 2014

San Diego alternative rock station 91X officially announced this year’s “91X X-Fest,” happening Friday, May 30 at Sleep Train Amphitheatre. Performing artists include 311, Panic! At The Disco, Iration, Phantogram, Bleachers, Kongos, Skaters, Cherub, and Sir Sly. A total of 12 bands will pack the final line-up. The remaining three bands on the bill, including a co-headlining act, will be announced on Monday, April 21.

¡Latin Food Fest! San Diego Announces 2014 Grand Tasting Village Agenda | September 13

March 30, 2014

Last year's Latin Food Fest Grand Tasting

¡LATIN FOOD FEST! returns to San Diego September 11 - 13, 2014 for another star-studded Latin culinary extravaganza – and announces the agenda for its signature event, Northgate Markets Grand Tasting Village, which will take place on September 13 at the Embarcadero Marina Park North.  ¡LATIN FOOD FEST!, the largest Latin culinary festival in California, will transform the Embarcadero Marina Park North into a showcase for 100 restaurants, chefs, artisanal foods makers and renowned wine, beer and spirit purveyors.

Much Anticipated 2nd OB Noodle House to Open May 4 | New Location on Niagra Nearly Ready

March 29, 2014

OB Noodle House's second location at 4993 Niagara Street in the space previously occupied by The Blue Parrot is set to open to the public on Sunday, May 4, and it couldn't come soon enough. Since "The Noodle House" appeared on Guy Fieri's Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives in August 2013, waits have been insane, frequently more than 2 hours during peak times. As regular visitors of the Noodle House, we long for the days of 10 minute waits and very much look forward to #2.

Westfield UTC to Host Inaugural 'Uncasked' Event | Outdoor Neighborhood Craft Brew Fest Celebrates Local Brewers, Chefs and Musicians Saturday, April 5

March 28, 2014

Westfield UTC has announced its inaugural Uncasked neighborhood craft brew fest, celebrating San Diego’s exceptional brewing community and a new signature event in the center’s ongoing initiative to provide local residents unique entertainment offerings that reflect and embody the San Diego lifestyle. On April 5 from 4-7pm, the self-guided beer tour will give attendees the opportunity to sample offerings from 8 different local craft breweries, culinary bites from some of Westfield UTC’s gourmet dining options and live performances by award-winning local musicians - all within the center’s relaxed, open-air setting. 100% of the event proceeds will benefit local non-profit, the San Diego Brewers Guild, an organization dedicated to raising awareness and increasing the visibility of fresh, locally brewed beer through education and participation in community events.

Chef Amy DiBiase to Open 'Tidal' | New Waterfront Restaurant at Paradise Point

The waterfront location of Tidal

March 27, 2014

Chef Amy DiBiase’s highly anticipated new dining concept, Tidal, will launch on April 10 on the west shore of Paradise Point Resort & Spa’s 44-acre island. Set in what was once a private home in the 1960s, the new 3,000-sq. ft. restaurant will offer panoramic waterfront dining on San Diego’s Mission Bay. Joining executive chef Amy DiBiase is Chef Kyle Bergman, who recently left his post at La Valencia. On February 17, 2014, Paradise Point's signature waterfront restaurant Baleen closed to make way for this new concept.

Single Fin Surf Grill Takes Over Former Sneak Joint location in Mission Beach | New Eatery to Open in April Will Serve Daily Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

March 26, 2014

Sneak Joint left the space a mess after the owners inexplicably vanished on their employees and creditors back in December 2012, but fortunately, the space at 3844 Mission Boulevard has been taken over and completely renovated for the opening of Single Fin Surf Grill, a surf-themed, modern bar and restaurant set to open this April in Mission Beach.

Draft: A New Restaurant Brewing at Belmont Park is On Tap to Open Late Spring/Early Summer 2014

March 26, 2014

Belmont Park is excited to announce its much ­anticipated concept, Draft, is on tap to open late Spring 2014, at 3105 Ocean Front Walk. Serving “Brews and Views” the inventive menu is influenced by the restaurant’s extensive craft beer selection. Designed by Mauricio Couturier and Hollis Brand Culture, Draft sits on the boardwalk overlooking the Pacific Ocean and all the action on Mission Beach. A laidback aesthetic reigns, but high­tech details including a huge video projector screen, set Draft apart.
With 60+ taps and 80+ bottles, San Diego’s burgeoning beer culture takes center stage in an unpretentious environment beachside in Belmont Park

The Second Annual VinDiego Wine and Food Festival Returns | April 4 & 5

March 25, 2014

VinDiego Wine and Food Festival returns for its second year as a true wine connoisseur’s delight, bringing people together to celebrate a shared passion for great wine and mouth-watering food. The event will be held at Liberty Station in Point Loma on Friday, April 4 and Saturday, April 5, featuring a seminar, a rare and reserve wine tasting, and culminating with a Grand Tasting event where guests will enjoy over 75 of California’s award winning wineries, with more than 300 selections of wine to choose from. VinDiego's Grand Tasting will also showcase some of San Diego's most exceptional and notable restaurants under one roof, offering samples to please every palate.

Just In Time for Baseball Season - Stone Brewing Tap Room to Open Adjacent to Padres' Petco Park

March 24, 2014

On Tuesday, March 25, Stone Brewing Tap Room opens on 8th Avenue and J Street in the space previously occupied by Wine Steals/Proper Gastropub, in the Simon Levi Company building adjacent to Petco Park. The space includes a pizza oven and first floor seating looking out on Petco Park, so in addition to Stone's line up of special releases and year-round craft beers, expect flatbreads and views of the San Diego Padres' home field. We'll be checking the space out tonight, so stay tuned on SanDiegoVille's Facebook, Twitter and Instagram for sneak peak photos and updates.

Celebrate the Start of the San Diego Padres Baseball Season at the Free East Village Opening Day Block Party | Sunday, March 30 from 10am-7pm

March 24, 2014

For the fourth year in a row, San Diego's East Village Association celebrates the opening of baseball season as the San Diego Padres open the gates of Petco Park to host the Los Angeles Dodgers for the first game of the season on Sunday, March 30! This FREE, family-friendly, Opening Day Block Party will be the ultimate tailgating scene on J Street between 6th and 10th Avenues from 10am – 7pm.

Is Stone Brewing Co. Heading to Wilmington, NC for its East Coast Brewing Location?

March 23, 2014

After seeking suitor-cities on the east coast throughout this past month, it appears as though Stone Brewing Co. may have decided on a location for its new 130,000-plus square foot, east coast brewery. Candidate cities submitted proposals to be considered by Stone, which were due by March 15, and today, Stone may have announced, via Facebook & Twitter, Wilmington, North Carolina as the chosen location for its next big project.

Chef Matt Gordon to Showcase Sea & Smoke's Daily Brunch Menu at One-Time-Only "Brinner" Event | March 26

March 23, 2014

Experience breakfast for dinner at Chef Matt Gordon's third restaurant Sea & Smoke, located in Del Mar in the Flower Hill Promenade, on Wednesday, March 26. For one night only, the Del Mar hotspot will be serving Brinner (brunch for dinner!) Choose your breakfast for dinner from the new brunch menu which is offered daily at the restaurant from 8:30am-3:30pm, with the regular dinner menu will to be back the following evening with new Spring items.

More than 500 Pacific Beach Businesses Ready for San Diego’s Second CicloSDias | 2.5 Mile Route For All to Walk, Roll and Stroll on Sunday, March 30

March 22, 2014

For the second time, CicloSDias rolls through San Diego streets, this year set for Sunday, March 30. The San Diego County Bicycle Coalition brings San Diego’s only car-free open-streets celebration to Pacific Beach in the interest of promoting local businesses, livable communities and the rights of all people choosing alternative modes of transportation.

The Revitalization of Belmont Park | San Diego Destination Continues Total Modernization for Summer 2014

March 21, 2014

From WaveHouse to the Belmont Park rides and vendors, this historic Mission Beach amusement park and entertainment destination has been undergoing a complete rejuvenation in preparation for Summer 2014. Once believed to be a doomed area due to targeting by the city of San Diego, Belmont Park was taken over in 2012 and has since undergone a continued expansion. Coming soon, expect two 300 foot zip lines, a leap of faith drop, a laser tag area, a timed rock wall, a craft beer bar, a rooftop sushi lounge and more to gear Belmont up for the 21st century.