Gwen Stefani, OneRepublic & Tori Kelly Set To Headline MLB All-Star Weekend Concerts

June 16, 2016

Major League Baseball announced today that multi-platinum recording artists Gwen Stefani, OneRepublic, and Tori Kelly will headline the MLB All-Star Concerts on Friday, July 8 and Saturday, July 9 at San Diego’s Embarcadero Marina Park South. This is the first time in its history that MLB will host three major concerts for fans as part of All-Star Week. Best part? Tickets are free and based on availability beginning on June 17 at 10am.

Top 11 Fourth Of July Fireworks Shows In San Diego

June 16, 2016

San Diego is a prime destination for an epic 4th of July celebration, so break out the barbecue and get ready for the sky to light up, as no matter what part of America's Finest City you are in or around, there is somewhere to relax and enjoy an amazing fireworks show. Here, we run down some of the top 4th of July spectaculars around San Diego.

Pardon My French Bar & Kitchen Makes Its Home On Park Boulevard In Hillcrest

June 15, 2016

Dynamic husband and wife duo, Eric & Lindsey Fillion, purchased Heat Bar & Kitchen in Hillcrest from Sam Khorish and Pascal Courtin earlier this year. They kept the place pretty much as was, retained the same staff and only closed for two days before reopening as the rebranded Pardon My French Bar & Kitchen. The restaurant has since settled into its own, updated with a French-inspired bistro menu from Executive Chef Dariusz Szelag, an incredible wine list, top notch spirits and a most-welcoming ambiance. We recently sat down for a multi-course meal, which turned out to be a heart & belly-warming dining experience.

New Busalacchi Modern Sicilian Concept Makes Its Debut | Barbusa To Open By Week's End In Little Italy

June 14, 2016

The Busalacchi family recently shut down their longtime Italian steakhouse Po Pazzo to renovate the space for the opening of a modern Sicilian culinary concept - Barbusa - which will open this week in the heart of the bustling gastronomic hub of Little Italy. The opening marks the start of a new era for the Busalacchi brand, headed by the family’s patriarch Joe, often revered as a pioneer in San Diego’s Little Italy district.

Bankers Hill Bar + Restaurant Introduces New Chef De Cuisine

Chef Tyler Nollenberger

June 14, 2016

Bankers Hill Bar + Restaurant has introduced Tyler Nollenberger as the new chef de cuisine. His appointment comes after five years at sister restaurant, Market Restaurant + Bar, where he worked under owner, acclaimed chef, and three-time James Beard Award nominee, Carl Schroeder.

Chef Alex Carballo Takes Over Fresco Pizza & Grill In Torrey Highlands Urban Cafe

June 14, 2016

Chef Alex Carballo and his business partner Mario Warman, who are in the process of opening Moto Deli in Encinitas, have purchased Fresco Pizza & Grill, located at 13350 Camino Del Sur in Torrey Highlands. Chef Alex Carballo is a frequent participant in San Diego events and is known for his previous roles as chef/partner at URBN Coal Fired Pizza in El Cajon and Executive Chef at Stone Brewing Co. World Bistros.

Longtime Brewmaster Mitch Steele Announces Departure From Stone Brewing Co.

June 14, 2016

After a decade as the head brewmaster of San Diego's thriving Stone Brewing Co., Mitch Steele has announced that he will leave the company at the end of June to pursue a new, yet-to-be-announced venture. Listen to his departing words in the above video. 

UberEATS Now Available In San Diego | Popular Ride Share Company Now Delivering From Top Area Restaurants

June 14, 2016

The UberEATS app has launched in San Diego, offering food delivery with full menus available from a wide selection of over 100 top local restaurants - making getting great food as easy as requesting a ride. We are offering promo code eats-ripke for $15 off your first order!

The Grill Reopens At The Lodge At Torrey Pines | Executive Chef Jeff Jackson Debuts A Reimagined Menu Alongside The Grill’s Expansive New Patio Design

June 14, 2016

Following a $2.5 million renovation, The Grill at The Lodge At Torrey Pines has unveiled its reinvigorated patio expansion overlooking the iconic Torrey Pines Golf Course, complete with five outdoor fire pit tables, an overhead wooden trellis, craftsman teak furniture that doubles the outside capacity, and an alfresco lounge, all of which will compliment Executive Chef Jeff Jackson’s revamped kitchen and new menu.

North Eats Food Fest & Cooking Competition Returns To North County On Sunday, June 26 | Save On Passes & Enter To Win Tickets

June 13, 2016

The 3rd annual North Eats Food Festival, hosted by Baker & Olive, is primed to be the ultimate North County tasting event, taking place on Sunday, June 26, from 4-7 pm at Cape Rey Hilton Resort in Carlsbad. San Diegans will have the opportunity to experience the North County food scene from over 30 participating chefs, restaurants and food brands based north of the 56-freeway. We are offering promo code SDVILLE for $20 savings per ticket and also raffling off a pair of passes to attend.

Chef Anthony Sinsay Now In The Lead At Jsix Restaurant In Downtown San Diego | Chef Dave Underwood Now Executive Chef At Duke's La Jolla

Chef Anthony Sinsay

June 13, 2016

San Diego native Anthony Sinsay left the employ of TS Restaurants this past May after working in the kitchen of Jakes Del Mar for most of 2015 before taking the reigns at Duke's La Jolla when it opened last November. The young and talented chef will soon take over the kitchen at Jsix at Hotel Solamar in Downtown San Diego, filling the void left by the departure of the restaurant's longtime Executive Chef Christian Graves, who announced last month that he was leaving San Diego to relocate to Denver, Colorado. Chef Dave Underwood has been appointed as Executive Chef of Duke's La Jolla.

Carne Prima Italian Steakhouse Set To Open In San Diego's Gaslamp Quarter

June 13, 2016

We noticed that a new Italian restaurant has moved into the space at 314 5th Avenue in the center of San Diego's historic Gaslamp Quarter. Carne Prima Italian Steakhouse is currently under construction at the former Diwali Dining location and will offer a menu of dry aged steaks and Italian culinary staples.

Michelin-Starred Chef Drew Deckman To Open Eatery In Bankers Hill

Chef Drew Deckman

June 12, 2016

He has a Michelin Star and is readying to open a restaurant in San Diego. Chef Drew Deckman, known for his popular Valle De Guadalupe al fresco eatery Deckman's En El Mogor in Baja California Mexico, has partnered with local designer Paul Basile and the pair has secured a space in the Structure Lofts building at 440 Upas Street on the border of Bankers Hill and Hillcrest and will open a yet-to-be-named concept (Deckman's Bankers Hill has a nice ring to it!) as early as this November.

Bob’s Steak & Chop House Opens First SoCal Location In San Diego's North County | Popular Texas Steakhouse Debuts At Omni La Costa In Carlsbad

June 11, 2016

A big Texas-style steakhouse is now open in San Diego County! Omni La Costa Resort & Spa in Carlsbad has announced the opening of Bob’s Steak & Chop House, the traditional American prime steakhouse which will debut its first southern California location at the resort.

Spice Up Your Life With Turmeric Pasta At Bencotto

Bencotto's Gnocchi Alla Curcuma Con Tartufo

June 10, 2016

Turmeric is spicing up dishes all across America after being declared the spice of the year for its tasty flavor and health effects. Google’s Food Trends reports a 56 percent increase in search since last November on the vibrant spice. Traditionally used in Indian cuisine, turmeric is uniquely being used in Italian food here in San Diego, with Bencotto in Little Italy harnessing the spice for weekly pasta specials, starting with a pillowy gnocchi dish topped with shaved black truffles!

Union Tribune Acquires Pacific San Diego Magazine

June 9, 2016

The San Diego Union Tribune has purchased Pacific San Diego Magazine for an undisclosed amount, adding the popular monthly publication to its portfolio of lifestyle and entertainment mediums that include Night & Day, Sunday Arts, Weekend, and Discover SD.

Esteemed Broadway Musical 'Hamilton' Is Coming To San Diego During 2017-2018 Season

June 9, 2016

The national tour of the Broadway musical, Hamilton, which tells the story of Alexander Hamilton, will play in San Diego as part of the 2017-2018 season, it was announced today by producer Jeffrey Seller and Broadway San Diego. This musical has received rave reviews since its launch in 2015 and has been nominated for a record-setting 16 Tony Awards.

Mr. Moto Pizza House To Open New Location In North Park

Gibran "Mr. Moto" Fernandez

June 8, 2016

Mr. Moto Pizza House, which opened its first location in 2015 in San Diego's Pacific Beach neighborhood, is expanding to North Park and is expected to open in early 2017. Mr. Moto has taken over the space at 3773 30th Street, Unit J, and will renovate to have the same look and feel as its PB location, with a menu offering a variety of NY-style specialty pizzas, pastas, sandwiches, calzones and stromboli.

Beerfish Finally Unveils In North Park

June 8, 2016

We thought it was never going to happen! After administrative hurdles caused a nearly 2 year delay in its opening, Beerfish has finally debuted at 2933 Adams Avenue in North Park. From Abel Kaase, the guy behind Sessions Public in Point Loma, Beerfish will offer seafood-centric fare from Executive Chef Aaron Obregon, complimented by a wide selection of local craft beer.