Ryan Studebaker to Take the Lead at A Miho Experience

August 22, 2014

Chef Ryan Studebaker recently departed from his role as Executive Chef at the struggling Encore Champagne Bar & Dining Room (which is currently undergoing a dining room revamp) and has already landed a new gig as executive chef of A Miho Experience, the company which operates Miho Gastrotruck, Stand & Deliver street cart and The Vetted Table catering company. Studebaker replaces Chef Rocio Siso Gurriaran, who is joining Chef Jason Knibb at NINE-TEN, coincidentally where Chef Studebaker's wife Rachel King is the pastry chef. Prior to Encore, Studebaker served as Chef de Cuisine at Matt Gordon's Solace and the Moonlight Lounge, Chef de Cuisine at Enlightened Hospitality Group's Gingham Restaurant and Chef de Cuisine at PrepKitchen Del Mar.

Cohn Restaurant Group Chef Deborah Scott's Brie Now Available at Select Costco Locations In San Diego

August 22, 2014

Chef Deborah Scott, Executive Chef & Partner of the ever-present Cohn Restaurant Group, is proud to announce a long-awaited partnership with Costco Wholesale to launch one of her most beloved culinary offerings. Her immensely popular Pepita & Sesame Crusted Brie with Jalapeño Jelly and Roasted Garlic is now on shelves for retail sale at select Costco locations throughout San Diego. Previously only available to order within her restaurants (Indigo Grill, Island Prime/C Level, Vintana Wine + Dine, etc.), the new collaboration allows Chef Scott fans to enjoy her trademark flavors in the comfort of their own kitchens.

Carnitas' Snack Shack Opens Second Location in Del Mar | New Pork Haven Features Healthy Menu Options and Local Craft Beer

Photos by Mike Newton Photography

August 21, 2014

The second outpost of the progressively popular pork palace - Carnitas' Snack Shack - opens to the public at 3pm today in Del Mar Highlands Town Center in Carmel Valley. The new location features an outdoor patio and new menu items, but expect the same deliciousness San Diegans have come to love from the original North Park location.

CH Projects Completes East Village Space with Opening of 'Fairweather' | Second Story Bar Concept Overlooking Petco Park Now Open

August 21, 2014

This week, respected cocktail veteran Anthony Schmidt, in partnership with CH Projects (Ironside Fish & Oyster, Polite Provisions, Neighborhood, Craft & Commerce), fully opened doors to downtown's newest dual-concept venue with the launch of FAIRWEATHER, a gorgeous rooftop patio bar overlooking the Padres’ Petco Park stadium. Located in the historic Simon Levi Building, Fairweather is perched above CH’s neighborhood delicatessen and schnapps bar, RARE FORM, which opened doors just a few weeks earlier.

Parq Nightclub & Restaurant To Open This Fall in the Gaslamp

August 21, 2014

After two years off the market, the legendary 6th and Broadway location in the historic Gaslamp District in San Diego will again have its premier dining and club destination. The brand new Parq Nightclub and Restaurant will open its doors this Fall 2014 to eager fans after having undergone a multi-million dollar gut renovation to the gigantic 40,000 square foot space.

Rumbling Tins Co. to Host 'Young Guns' Cocktail Competition at Sycamore Den l Monday, August 25

August 21, 2014

Cocktail consortium Rumbling Tins Co. is hosting a young guns' bartender/cocktail competition at Sycamore Den in Normal Heights this Monday, August 25 at 5pm. Sponsored by George Dickel, Bulleit and Talisker spirits, the competition will give the next generation of bartenders from participating establishments, including Sycamore Den, Florent, Turf Supper Club, Craft & Commerce, Noble Experiment, Coin Op, Prepkitchen and more, a platform to compete and a chance to shine. Observers will enjoy drink specials and food.

Tin Roof Opens in San Diego’s Historic Gaslamp Quarter | Downtown’s Newest Live Music Joint Delivers Nightly Entertainment and Creative Flavors in an Upbeat Atmosphere

August 20, 2014

Tin Roof is thrilled to announce the opening of its brand new San Diego location, ideally situated in the heart of downtown’s bustling Gaslamp Quarter. Set in the historic Carriage Works building dating back to 1890, the live music joint provides an inviting and energetic atmosphere for individual musicians and bands of all genres, both on stage and off, and music fans of all generations.

Counterpoint in Golden Hill Launches New Happy Hour for the People!

August 20, 2014

The all-new Happy Hour for the People at Counterpoint in Golden Hill includes a just-unveiled menu of simple, yet thoughtful dishes (all priced from $3-$6). Menu highlights include Southern Fried Cauliflower ($6) and Beef Cheek Rillettes ($6) from the kitchen of Chef Rose Peyron.  Since no happy hour is complete without the drinks, Counterpoint has also rolled out a list of cocktail specials all priced from $5-$7.  For when it’s been that kind of a day, there’s the Time Traveller shot with Mezcal and Green Chartreuse ($6) or you can’t go wrong with the restaurant’s signature Counterpoint Cup made with Plymouth Gin, Pimm’s No.1, Lemon, Ginger and locally grown Lemon Verbena.  Happy Hour also includes $1 off all beer and select wine. 

Win 2 Tickets to Reader FEAST! | San Diego Reader Brings All the Elements Together at the Gorgeous Broadway Pier on Friday, September 5

August 20, 2014

Follow your taste buds to the Port Pavilion at Broadway Pier on Friday, September 5 for the 3rd Annual "Reader Feast!" Tasting Event, presented by The InSlider and San Diego Reader. Enjoy food and drink tastings from over 40 of the city's best neighborhood eateries, wineries, breweries, and food trucks as you look out over the scenic San Diego Bay. SanDiegoVille has TEN tickets to the event to give away - 2 per winner, so your chances of winning are better than ever! Submit your email below to enter and read on for more details!

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San Diego Bacon Fest Returns With A Weeklong Schedule of Events | 2nd Annual Hormel Black Label Bacon Fest is Back with Bacon Week from August 24-30

August 19, 2014

San. Diego. Bacon. Fest. Need we say more??? The 2nd Annual Hormel Black Label San Diego Bacon Fest returns to America's Finest City the week of August 24-30, this year offering a whole week's worth of porky pleasures, including a bacon beer release party, a special multi-course bacon-inspired feast, and even a bacon film fest on the deck of the historic USS Midway. We have the initial schedule of events so that all the bacon aficionados can ready themselves for a most blissful week of absolute awesomeness. We also have a special promo code only for SanDiegoVille readers to save $10 on GA passes to the grand tasting event - San Diego Bacon Fest.

Join Event Host & Food Network Star Melissa d’Arabian for Taste of the Nation San Diego on Sunday, September 14 | Enter for a Chance to Win 2 Tickets to Attend

August 18, 2014

Some of San Diego’s hottest chefs, restaurants and mixologists will soon gather for Share Our Strength’s Taste of the Nation, a premier culinary benefit that will raise critical funds to support Share Our Strength’s efforts to end childhood hunger in San Diego and across the nation. Hosted by Food Network star and Coronado resident Melissa d’Arabian, this year’s event will be held on Sunday, September 14, at the Hilton San Diego Bayfront from 3 to 6pm. SanDiegoVille has a pair of general admission tickets for raffle. Enter below and we'll contact the winner by September 10!

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7th Annual Bike the Bay Provides Best Sightseeing Opportunity in San Diego | More Than 3,500 People to Pedal Across Coronado Bridge on August 24

August 18, 2014

Want the best view of San Diego County? Grab your bike and ride Bike the Bay - the only opportunity to pedal across the renowned San Diego Coronado Bay Bridge, followed by a loop on the newly expanded Bayshore Bikeway. Participants in this causal 25-mile ride will experience some of the county’s most breathtaking waterfront views during the 7th annual Bike the Bay ride on Sunday, August 24.

Karl Strauss B.A.M.! #2 Brings Together Local Beer, Art & Music to Benefit The Rob Machado Foundation | Saturday, August 23

August 18, 2014

Hot off the heels of its wildly successful inaugural B.A.M. event, Karl Strauss is gearing up for B.A.M.! #2 on Saturday, August 23, 2014. This free event will take place at the Karl Strauss Tasting Room and Beer Garden in Pacific Beach from 5pm to closing and will feature live music, curated art, handcrafted beer and food, all to benefit the Rob Machado Foundation which supports charities dedicated to environmental programs worldwide.

One of the Top Cocktail Festivals in America Returns August 23 & 24 | Save $$ and Win Tickets to the 6th Annual San Diego Spirits Festival

August 17, 2014

Named one of the Best Cocktail Festivals in America by Fodor's Travel, the San Diego Spirits Festival is back for its 6th year and ready to provide a tremendous occasion to sample and experience the finest spirits and food from San Diego and beyond. Taking place at the picturesque Port Pavilion on Broadway Pier over the weekend of August 23 & 24, this annual festival offers attendees the unique opportunities to learn how to create and pair the perfect cocktail. Each year, the annual festival brings more spirits, culinary delights and an eclectic blend of entertainment, and 2014 proves to be the biggest year yet. In addition to offering a promo code to save $25 per ticket, SanDiegoVille is raffling off a pair of passes to attend the San Diego Spirits Festival on Sunday, August 24 ($170 value). Submit your email below to enter!

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Support a Great Cause at a Most Unique Culinary Event | Don't Miss the 11th Annual Flavors of San Diego Culinary Gala on Sunday, September 7

August 17, 2014

The American Liver Foundation will host its 11th Annual Flavors of San Diego Culinary Gala on Sunday, September 7, at the Grand Del Mar from 5:30-10pm. This event offers a most unique dining experience, featuring 30 of San Diego’s best chefs showcasing their talents and representing their restaurants. While many organizations host tasting events where participating chefs prepare a small dish for everyone in attendance to sample, Flavors assigns one chef to each table of ten guests. Each chef then stages the entire table and cooks a creative, multi-course meal for the attendees that differs from table to table and chef to chef.

The Patio on Goldfinch Gets Prickly With its Tequila Dinner | 5 Courses on Tuesday, August 26

August 16, 2014

Tequila novices, connoisseurs and catadors can gather and rejoice with the return of The Patio on Goldfinch’s beloved Tequila dinner on August 26. Hosted by Montalvo Tequila, the five-course dinner incorporates nopal, also known as prickly pear cactus, into each dish and is paired with hand-crafted tequila cocktails.

Coronado Brewing Co. Creates Special Edition San Diego Festival of Beer Brew | San Diego Brewery Debuts New Beer to Celebrate Fest’s 20th Anniversary

August 16, 2014

San Diego Festival of Beer announced today that Coronado Brewing Company will release a special brew for the festival's 20th Anniversary. The limited edition beer, which Coronado Brewing has dubbed 'SD Party Pilsner,' is being brewed for keg release.  The brewery will also donate $1 of each pint sold on the evening of August 20, to the San Diego Professionals Against Cancer (SDPAC), the nonprofit group that runs the annual San Diego Festival of Beer, to benefit local cancer charities.

Win Tickets to Westfield UTC's 2nd Annual 'Uncorked' Wine Walk and Concert | Event to Showcase Temecula Winegrowers, Chefs and Musicians on Saturday, August 23

August 15, 2014

Westfield UTC has announced its highly anticipated second-annual Uncorked Wine Walk and Concert, taking place on Saturday, August 23 from 4-7pm. Guests will savor a diverse selection of award-winning wine varietals and chef-crafted bites from Westfield UTC’s gourmet dining options, complemented by live local musicians with proceeds benefiting the Temecula Valley Wine Grower’s Association and the San Diego Museum of Art in Balboa Park. In addition to offering a promo code for $10 off tickets, we have two tickets to the event for one of our readers (a $60 value) - input your email below to enter and read on for more details on the event.

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Yasmani Grandal of the San Diego Padres and ALTITUDE Sky Lounge at San Diego Marriott Gaslamp Quarter to Host Masq Madness Masquerade Ball

Yasmani Grandal and Gary Sinise

August 15, 2014

ALTITTUDE Sky Lounge at the San Diego Marriott Gaslamp Quarter, along with Yasmani Grandal, catcher for the San Diego Padres, will host Masq Madness, a glamourous black tie affair, on Saturday, August 30, beginning at 9pm. Proceeds from this enchanting event will benefit the Gary Sinise Foundation.

Bang Bang Introduces New Menus

Sizzling sirloin steak

August 14, 2014

Just celebrating their one-year anniversary, Bang Bang is excited to debut a new hot plates, sushi and cocktail menu. With a kitchen and sushi bar helmed by Executive Chef John Hong, aka Chef Kappa, Bang Bang has undergone nearly a complete menu overhaul now featuring new, innovative and daring delectables.  Still showcasing ‘the greatest hits of Asian cuisine’, Bang Bang’s new menu displays progressive yet approachable items while still offering a variety of playful dishes, including guest favorites such as the Crispy Wonton & Tuna Tartare Tacos, Asian Hot Wings and Bang Bang Pork Buns.