Notes from the 3rd Annual I Love Poke Festival | Bringing Hawaiian Culture to Sunny San Diego

May 31, 2012


We had the delightful opportunity to cover the 3rd annual I Love Poke Festival along the picturesque shores of Shelter Island at the Bali Hai restaurant. The event was a remarkable foodie festival highlighting Hawaiian cuisine and sharing Hawaii’s colorful culture with us “mainlanders,” including a competition amongst San Diego’s top chefs who were all vying to create the best poke dish in America’s Finest City.

Brewley’s Pint | PB’s Irish Pub

May 30, 2012

I believe that every great neighborhood in the world must have an Irish pub. It’s really a fascinating truth. There is something about the laid-back-no-nonsense approach of Irish taverns that appeals to everyone, everywhere. Although Pacific Beach is a community inundated with bars, Brewley’s Pint differentiates itself from the crowd as the only Irish pub in the area – but with a refreshing twist. With an ample selection of beer and wine, daily happy hours and specials, frequent live music, and tons of games at your disposal - including darts, pool, shuffleboard, board games, and a giant Jenga - Brewley’s offers PB something pleasantly distinct from its neighbors, in a classic old world pub setting.

soccerloco Hosts Euro 2012 Viewing Parties at Caffé Calabria for San Diego Fans

May 30, 2012

Hey all you soccer fans - this June, soccerloco, the online and specialty retailer of premium and exclusive soccer gear, will host a series of special viewing parties for the 14th playing of the UEFA Euro 2012; beginning with the Italian national team’s group stage match against defending champion Spain on June 10, 2012.

Eclectic Healthy Cuisine Swinging into San Diego | Pita Jungle Now Open in Hillcrest

May 30, 2012

With “The art of eating healthy” as their slogan, the people of Hillcrest and San Diego are in for a treat. The newly opened Pita Jungle offers an eclectic blend of fresh ingredients, creative energy, and good times. Pita Jungle is now open in Hillcrest at 1045 University Avenue, San Diego, CA 92103.

Where the Wild Things Are Food & Wine Classic | Chula Vista Nature Center, June 2nd

May 29, 2012

“Then from far away across the world he smelled good things to eat, so he gave up being king of the wild things.” ~Where the Wild Things Are, Maurice Sendak

This coming Saturday, June 2^nd, imbibe alongside wildlife and enjoy food from local restaurants, plus cooking demonstrations, music and live and silent auctions at the newly rebranded Living Coast Discovery Center’s (formerly the Chula Vista Nature Center) “Where the Wild Things Are: Food & Wine Classic”, a fundraiser to benefit the center.

Third Annual "I Love Poke" Festival at Bali Hai on May 30th

May 29, 2012

The I Love Poke Festival returns to San Diego’s Bali Hai Resort tomorrow, May 30, 2012, from 6 to 9 p.m. This third annual foodie fest and competition celebrates Hawaiian culture and lifestyle, and pits fifteen of San Diego’s top chefs against one another in a competition to discover who can create the best poke in the city.

Phil's BBQ | Worth the Line and Then Some

May 29, 2012

By Sean Jackson | Food Reporter

I'm gonna preface this by saying that I am assuming that you like barbecue. So for all the haters out there that don't like BBQ and then do nothing but complain about Phil's, keep it to yourself. If on the other hand, you appreciate the work that goes into the ambrosia known as BBQ, you'll understand where I'm coming from. I shouldn't have to say anything since the line around the building almost every business day silences most critics.

San Diego's Celebrity Chef Brian Malarkey Opens Fifth Restaurant Concept | Welcome to Herringbone

May 25, 2012

Chef Brian Malarkey

Scheduled to open 'softly' to the public today, May 25, 2012, Herringbone will be the fifth San Diego culinary installment by Enlightened Hospitality Group, helmed by local Celebrity Chef Brian Malarkey and hospitality visionary James Brennan. The opening of Herringbone marks what is said to be the final piece in Enlightened Hospitality Group’s “big three,” completing the trilogy alongside the successful Searsucker and Burlap (not to mention Gingham and Gabardine).

Culinary Conflicts Resolved - A Recap of the Coast of PB Restaurant Walk and barleymash's Grand Opening Party

May 23, 2012

As a food reporter, one of the worst things to encounter (besides a hair on your plate) is a conflict between two events that you really want to cover, in this situation, yesterday's Coast of Pacific Beach Restaurant Walk and the barleymash official grand opening party.  Here at SanDiegoVille.com, we were determined to tackle both events, so, as any resourceful and motivated reporters would, we fasted all day and made magic happen.  We would hop on our bikes and cruise between the 25 restaurants in PB, then hop on the 5 south to downtown to imbibe at our newest favorite Gaslamp hotspot, barleymash.  And in tribute to Sacha Baron Cohen's latest film, it was "great success!"

The Westin Gaslamp Quarter Opens New Italian Restaurant, Pinzimini

May 22, 2012

The Westin Gaslamp Quarter has completed the final phase of its $25 million property-wide renovation with the opening of the hotel’s new restaurant and bar, Pinzimini (pronounced “pin-zuh-MEE-nee”).  Only the third Westin hotel to introduce the brand’s new signature restaurant, Starwood Hotels & Resorts will continue to roll-out the concept with two more Pinzimini locations planned to open within the next year.  

Chance to Win Pass for Two to barleymash Grand Opening Private Party

May 21, 2012

Tomorrow, May 22nd, is barleymash's Grand Opening Party down in the Gaslamp, and SanDiegoVille.com has an extra pass for two people to go to the private pre-party from 7-9pm featuring a hosted bar (FREE BOOZE!!!), complimentary food selections, and entertainment by DJ Spider.

If you want to enter the contest, just "Like" our Facebook page, search for the post announcing the contest, and in 10 words or less in a comment to that post, tell us what is your favorite thing about San Diego.  That's it!  The winner will be announced at 3:30pm tomorrow and we'll meet you at barleymash to give you your ticket.  Good luck! 

Anchorman Sequel Teaser Trailer Released!!

May 21, 2012

San Diego's favorite newsmen return in the teaser trailer for Anchorman: The Legend Continues.   Allegedly, the teaser trailer is significantly different than the one that ran over the weekend in front of "The Dictator."  Check it out below!

Food Network Darling, Crepes Bonaparte, Rolls into SD

May 19, 2012

Food Network sensation, Crepes Bonaparte, arrived in San Diego on May 18 as the city’s newest roving culinary la carte, serving the ultimate go-to in French street fare.  SanDiegoVille.com is excited to welcome the newest addition to our thriving food truck community.  

Best Taco Shop in SD? Oscar's Does It Right In North Pacific Beach

Regular Menu at Oscar's (under construction)

May 17, 2012

I must disclose my reluctance to tell the 'Ville about Oscar's Mexican Seafood for fear that the lines may get longer, thereby increasing the overall (albeit comparatively minimal) wait on my thrice-weekly visits to one of San Diego's newest, and inarguably best taco shops.  But, being a loyal San Diegan dedicated to the community-at-large, I decided to put my selfishness aside.  Without hesitation (gulp), I now reveal the deliciousness that we've all been waiting for.

Pacific Beach AleHouse Turns Four Tonight with Pig Roast Luau and Specials All Night!!

May 17, 2012

Celebrate the fourth anniversary of the PB party spot, Pacific Beach AleHouse, with a pig roast and luau on Thursday, May 17.  There will be food and drink specials, featuring their homebrewed Anniversary Ale. Doors open to the public at 10 p.m. with $3 you-call-its until closing time. So grab your beer goggles and grass skirts and head to Pacific Beach AleHouse for a sensational shindig. For more information, contact 858-581-BEER or visit http://www.pbalehouse.com/events.html.

PACIFIC BEACH ALEHOUSE

721 Grand Avenue at the corner of Mission Blvd. in Pacific Beach

(858) 581-BEER (2337)

pbalehouse.com/

O.B. Beach Ball Festival!!!

May 17, 2012

We may have had our heads in the sand, but we sure are sorry we didn't let you all know about this Ocean Beach extravaganza sooner!  Beginning Wednesday through this Sunday Ocean Beach is hosting OB Beach Ball, a smorgasbord of a festival, featuring a 70 foot Ferris wheel, bikini contests, beer gardens, volleyball tournaments, a Hodad's hamburger-eating contest, a 135 foot long slip n' slide, live music galore, and so much more!!!!

AND if you don't trust yourself on a bike after a few craft beers,  you can just jump on the free PB to OB shuttles, operating from 10am till 9pm.  They leave every ½ hour from 710 Beach Club in PB and drop you at the OB Boardwalk, adjacent to “Beach Ball."  See ya there!

Cohn Restaurant Group Opens Doors to Vintana in Escondido on May 21st

May 17, 2012

After nine cumulative months of construction, the city’s most visible restaurant collective is gearing up to unveil their most anticipated concept to date—Vintana. The massive new $2.5 million joint venture from the Cohn Restaurant Group and Judy Jones-Cone, owner of The Centre at Lexus Escondido, is set to open its doors to the public on May 21, 2012 and is on track to break the mold of “traditional dining” as the first restaurant and luxury entertainment destination of its kind in the inland North County region.

Snooze | Denver's Best Breakfast Spot Comes to San Diego

May 16, 2012

By Bunny Anderson, Nightlife Reporter for Examiner.com

Over the summer I packed up my life in Denver, Colorado and ventured out west to make my home in sunny San Diego. While the idea of constant sunshine, surf, and beaches was highly appealing to me, my heart was breaking a little because I had to leave not only my amazing friends but my favorite restaurants and watering holes, including my go-to brunch heaven Snooze.

Get Your Grill Fix on This Memorial Day at BiCE Ristorante

May 16, 2012

For those wanting to avoid the crowded beaches and rooftop pool parties this Memorial Day weekend but don't want to miss out on the grilled food experience, BICE Ristorante in the Gaslamp is a fantastic option with their special Grigliata (everything's grilled) menu.