3rd Annual Valley Center MusicFest and Kansas City BBQ Cookoff to Take Over Bates Nut Farm This Saturday, June 7

June 1, 2014

Rock n' roll and munch on 'cue at the third annual Valley Center MusicFest, a free, family friendly event set for Saturday, June 7 from noon to 9:30pm. In addition to a great lineup of live music, the festival includes a state-sanctioned championship BBQ cook-off. This event is held annually at the beautiful and entertaining Bates Nut Farm, which is located at 15954 Woods Valley Rd. in Valley Center.

Hop-Con 2.0: The w00tstout Launch Festival on July 23 | Featuring Stone w00tstout 2.0 Collaborators Wil Wheaton, Drew Curtis and Aisha Tyler

May 31, 2014

Grab a phaser, dust off your Gunstar, fire up the Batmobile and join Stone Brewing Co. in San Diego for Hop-Con 2.0: The w00tstout Launch Festival on July 23 at Stone Brewing World Bistro & Gardens – Liberty Station.

Dollar Oyster Happy Hours Take Over San Diego!

May 30, 2014

Nothing beats a fresh platter of oysters over ice, unless those oysters happen to come at the low price of a dollar apiece! For your coverage consideration, here are some of our favorite local San Diego happy hour specials, all featuring the decadent dollar oyster. Belly up to the oyster bar, it’s time to reel in more bang for your buck!

San Diego Magazine to Host Best Restaurants Kick-Off Party June 18 | Save on Tickets and Enter Our Raffle for a Chance to Win!

May 29, 2014

San Diego Magazine will celebrate its annual Best Restaurants issue with a kick-off party at Pirch at Westfield UTC on Wednesday, June 18 from 6:30 - 8:30pm, and SanDiegoVille has a special promo for ticket savings and a chance for one lucky person to win two passes to attend! Now in the third year, the Best Restaurants Kick-Off Party celebrates the top restaurants in San Diego as selected by San Diego Magazine readers and food critic, Troy Johnson. The June issue featuring the Best Restaurants list is on newsstands now.

Zenbu to Close in La Jolla

May 28, 2014

Zenbu La Jolla will serve its last sushi and sake this Saturday, May 31. After 14 years in the La Jolla community, the Japanese restaurant will shutter in order to prepare and open a new location. No word yet on the reason for the closure or where the next location will be, but the Zenbu in Cardiff-by-the-Sea will remain open. Zenbu opened in 2000 at 7660 Fay Ave. as an expansion of Matt Rimel's Rimel's Rotisserie. 

Chef James Montejano Appointed As New Executive Chef of La Valencia

May 28, 2014

Chef James Montejano has been hired to replace Daniel Barron as Executive Chef of La Jolla's historic La Valencia Hotel, taking control beginning next month of the revamped Meditteranean Room, now known as 'The MED,' as well as the new Café la Rue.

Girls Think Tank’s “Stories Matter” Gala To Fund Programs for Basic Human Dignity | Saturday, May 31 from 7-10pm

May 27, 2014

Girls Think Tank (GTT), a San Diego-based nonprofit comprised of young attorneys, other professionals and people living on the streets, will host its fifth annual gala, “Stories Matter,” to raise funds for programs that advance basic human dignity in San Diego. Come celebrate and cheers to the next chapter of Girls Think Tank. Enjoy an evening of dancing under San Diego's skyline with DJ Eric Cahill of The GiG Entertainment, while learning about the stories that matter from your neighbors living on the streets. The gala will take place this Saturday, May 31 from 7 - 10pm at the new downtown library located at 330 Park Blvd.

The Story Straight From the Source | Ingrid Croce of Croce's Park West

May 27, 2014

Her life would make for a riveting movie plot - Ingrid Croce has been a San Diego resident for more than 30 years, but her storied past has taken her from stardom, to tragedy, to a longtime career as an influential local restauranteur and business woman. The owner/operator of Croce's Park West took to Facebook today with a post providing a short history of her life and where she is now, and we thought it worth sharing.

Incoming Eatery - Crew Behind Whisknladle and PrepKitchen to Open Catania in 2015

May 26, 2014

The team behind La Jolla’s popular Whisknladle as well as three thriving Prepkitchen locations has just announced their newest concept, Catania, an Italian Coastal restaurant, set to open in La Jolla in early 2015. The 3,750-square-foot restaurant will be located on the top floor of the La Plaza building that’s currently under redevelopment at the corner of Wall Street and Girard in the building that formerly housed Jack’s La Jolla. The building at 7863 Girard Ave has sat almost completely vacant since Jack’s closed suddenly in July 2009, victim to a tough economy and an employee embezzlement scandal.

Beaumont's Eatery Launches New Brunch Menu

May 25, 2014

Beaumont’s Eatery Executive Chef George Morris rolled out a new brunch menu this week. The new menu showcases twists on breakfast classics alongside refreshing cocktails and mocktails just in time for summer, when Beaumont's serves as the perfect location for leisurely meals on the recently renovated patio. These new dishes can also be enjoyed during Acoustic Brunch, featuring live music on the patio every Sunday morning.

Queenstown Public House to Host One Year Anniversary Party Wednesday, May 28 | Little Italy Restaurant Celebrates First Anniversary with Food, Drink Specials and Prizes

May 25, 2014

Taking place Wednesday, May 28 starting at 6pm, Queenstown Public House will be celebrating its one year anniversary with a party featuring select $5 beer and sangria specials, tray passed appetizers from 6-7 p.m., and raffle prizes. All San Diegans who are looking for a great atmosphere and fantastic company are invited to the celebration! Queenstown Public House, located at 1557 Columbia St. in San Diego’s historic Little Italy, has created a place where guests are invited to stay awhile to feast on Kiwi-inspired creations.

Belly Up Tavern to Sponsor Fiesta Del Sol | Free, Outdoor Concerts and Amusements on Saturday, May 31 and Sunday, June 1

May 24, 2014

Karl Denson's Tiny Universe and Lukas Nelson and Promise of the Real will headline the 35th annual free outdoor festival, produced in association with the legendary Belly Up Tavern. Fiesta Del Sol - North County’s annual summer kick-off festival hosted by the Solana Beach Chamber of Commerce, continues its tradition of presenting an fun-filled mix of national and local talent on Saturday May 31 and Sunday June 1.  An all-ages event that features more than 20 bands over two days, also has a little something for everyone with arcade rides, arts and crafts, food, and a 21+ beer garden.  The event takes place adjacent to Fletcher Cove in Solana Beach, California within the area bordered by South Sierra Avenue and Acacia Avenue.

Chef Daniel Barron Out at La Valencia Hotel

May 23, 2014

Less than a year after being hired to take then-departing chef Paul McCabe's position as Executive Chef of the La Valencia Hotel, Chef Daniel Barron has announced that he and "the Pink Lady" are no more as of Monday, May 26. Chef Daniel has assisted in the revamp of the hotel's dining options, including a modernization of the Mediterranean Room and the construction of a new bistro concept - Cafe La Rue.

Remedy Is Ready to Transform Your Life One Meal at a Time | Local Company Delivers Weekly Organic Meals Right to Your Door

May 22, 2014

In this day and age of the go, go, go mentality, it's difficult to find the time to prepare flavorful and nutritious meals, especially on a daily basis. Remedy Foods has the answer. This San Diego based company provides a deliciously innovative solution to the everyday problem of eating healthy in a busy world. Instead of stressing about what to make for dinner, or what to pack for lunch, members can receive 100% organic, non-GMO meal deliveries right to their door! We recently had the pleasure of enjoying a week of packed lunches from Remedy and very much appreciated the convenient, fun and tasty options!

Herringbone Celebrates Two Years in La Jolla | Celebration Starts May 29

May 22, 2014

Herringbone is turning 2! Kicking off on Thursday May 29 with a special Distinguished Pours party featuring an art show by Herringbone's own Cory Schnitzer, music by Bobby Calabrese and giveaways all night long, the festivities don't stop there. Herringbone will also be launching a new monthly event where the restaurant will be partnering with a San Diego brewery and local musicians to bring La Jolla some of the best sounds and suds San Diego has to offer.

RUMORVILLE - CH Projects to Take Over Former Roseville Cozinha Space in Liberty Station

May 21, 2014

We've been curious as to what would  happen to the former Roseville Cozinha space located at 2750 Dewey Road #104 in Liberty Station and recently heard rumors that CH Projects (Ironside Fish & Oyster, Craft & Commerce, Polite Provisions, etc., etc.) has taken over the location, allegedly for another branch of their Soda & Swine concept. We haven't confirmed this with anyone, but in San Diego, rumors tend to be true.

Wine & Roses Charity Wine Tasting Features Top San Diego Eateries, Award-Winning National and International Wines | Sunday, June 1

May 21, 2014

The 31st annual Wine & Roses Charity Wine Tasting, San Diego’s longest-running charity wine event, will feature award-winning wines from around the world and small bites from some of San Diego’s most impressive restaurants and chefs.  Sure to be one of the most notable food and wine events of the year, the ticketed event will be held on June 1 at The Grand Del Mar with proceeds benefitting youth summer camp, Camp Oliver, in Descanso, CA!

Historic Uptown District Shopping Center to be Revitalized | Graham Downes-Inspired Design to Feature New Name, Tenants, Design and Artwork

May 21, 2014

From the start it was a perfect match – an iconic gathering place in Hillcrest in need of a makeover and a local architect known for bringing the best out of cultural landmarks. So it began, when Graham Downes was hired by Regency Centers in November 2012 to revitalize the Uptown District Shopping Center located at 1030 University Avenue. Although Downes unfortunately passed away last year, his legacy lives on in many different ways, including with this revitalization, which began this past Monday, May 19.

Get Tickets to the 3rd Annual Baja Bash | Taking Place at Coronado Cays Yacht Club on June 28 from 5:30-10pm

May 20, 2014

Wildcoast is hosting an evening of celebration of the shared coastal conservation successes of Southern California and Baja at the 3rd Annual Baja Bash, and marking the occasion with the best chefs, beer, and wine from both sides of our border, San Diego and Baja California.  On Saturday, June 28 at the lavish Coronado Cays Yacht Club, starting at 5:30pm, enjoy a Baja-inspired tasting menu designed by world renowned Baja California and San Diego chefs, including regional wines, beer and tequila, and live music from Los Hollywood.