Community Rallies Around Owner Of San Diego's Legendary Big Kitchen Café With Fundraising Campaign

A GoFundMe campaign has been launched in support of Judy Forman - affectionately known as "Judy the Beauty on Duty" - the beloved founder and heart of San Diego's legendary Big Kitchen Café in South Park. The fundraiser seeks to raise $50,000 to help Forman recover from a cascade of financial and health-related challenges that have threatened both her livelihood and her historic community institution.

Taco Centro Bringing Mexican Street Food To San Diego's Little Italy

Taco Centro, the modern Mexican street food concept first launched in San Diego’s Gaslamp Quarter, is expanding with a second outpost set to open in Little Italy. 

Hauser Mesmerizes At San Diego’s The Rady Shell With A Joyfully Unpredictable Fusion Of Classical Brilliance And Showman Flair

Croatian cello virtuoso Stjepan Hauser brought his signature blend of high art and high jinks to San Diego’s The Rady Shell at Jacobs Park on Thursday night, delivering a performance that was at once virtuosic, comedic, cinematic, and unforgettable. Backed by a world-class ensemble and framed by the shimmering waters of San Diego Bay, Hauser turned a beautiful spring evening into a genre-defying spectacle that left the crowd buzzing.

Family Of Man Who Died Outside Downtown's Star Bar Files Lawsuit Against San Diego Police Department

The family of Gabriel Garza, the 40-year-old man who died after an encounter with San Diego Police Department officers outside Star Bar in the Gaslamp Quarter, has filed a wrongful death lawsuit against the City of San Diego and the officers involved. The legal action alleges the use of dangerous restraint tactics that contributed to Garza’s death on January 25, 2025.

Animal Rights Protestors Target San Diego Seafood Restaurant In Latest Demonstration Against Goldfish Races

A quiet dinner at a San Diego seafood restaurant turned into an unexpected scene of protest Wednesday evening as animal rights activists brought their ongoing campaign against goldfish races to a new front.

Mystery Mule Man Spotted Around San Diego - And His Journey Might Change How You See the World

Many have reported seeing him in the past week - an older man walking the streets of San Diego with a mule in tow, sparking curiosity and social media buzz. But who is he, and what exactly is he doing? It turns out he's not homeless, lost, or part of a stunt - he's on a decades-long mission that challenges the very way we live.

Ultimate List of Things To Do in San Diego - June 2025 Edition

San Diego is kicking off summer in style with more than 70 exciting events happening across the county this June 2025. Here is the ultimate list of all the fun & delicious happenings taking place around San Diego County. 

Review: “A Beautiful Noise: The Neil Diamond Musical” Shines Bright At San Diego Civic Theatre

The music of Neil Diamond has long been part of the American soundtrack - songs that sparkle with feeling, nostalgia, and an irresistible sing-along spirit. With A Beautiful Noise: The Neil Diamond Musical, now on stage at the San Diego Civic Theatre through June 1, that legacy is brought to life with dazzling flair, heartfelt storytelling, and an unforgettable final chorus that has the whole crowd belting "Sweet Caroline" in joyful unison.

San Diego County Fair Unveils Semi-Finalists In 2025 ‘Fair-tastic Foods’ Competition, Offers Half-Off Tastings on Fridays

The San Diego County Fair is turning up the heat - and the flavor - this summer with the return of its annual "Fair-tastic Foods" competition. Now in its third year, the popular culinary showdown has revealed its 45 semi-finalists across three themed categories, giving foodies plenty to look forward to when the Fair opens on June 11 at the Del Mar Fairgrounds.

Massive New Thrift Store, Red White & Blue Thrift, Opening In San Diego

San Diego is getting a major new addition to its secondhand retail scene. Red White & Blue Thrift, one of the largest for-profit thrift store chains in the country, is set to open a sprawling 30,000-square-foot location in the Oak Park neighborhood later this year.

Spitz Mediterranean Street Food Returning To San Diego With New Pacific Beach Location

Los Angeles-based Mediterranean street food chain Spitz is making its return to San Diego, this time bringing its bold flavors to the heart of Pacific Beach.

Malibu Barbie Café & Roller Rink Pop-Up Set To Paint San Diego Pink This Summer

Malibu Barbie Café, an immersive dining and roller skating pop-up inspired by the iconic 1970s Malibu Barbie, will open its doors in San Diego for a limited run this summer.

Taco Time Cantina To Bring Bold Mexican Street Food To La Jolla

A new taqueria is getting ready to shake up the La Jolla dining scene. Taco Time Cantina is set to open in the space most recently occupied by Ambrogio by Acquerello.

Popular San Diego Hawaiian Eatery Kalei’s Kitchenette To Host Spam Musubi Eating Contest & Cultural Festival

Kalei’s Kitchenette, the beloved Hawaiian fusion eatery in San Diego's Rancho Peñasquitos, is celebrating its second anniversary with a community-focused festival featuring a spam musubi eating contest, cultural performances, and family-friendly fun - all while raising funds for a local cause.

San Diego's Oscar’s Mexican Seafood Warns Of Yet Another Copycat After Closing Original North PB Location

After 14 years in North Pacific Beach, the original Oscar’s Mexican Seafood has permanently closed its doors—but not without a sharp warning to loyal customers. In a candid Instagram post shared shortly after the closure, the beloved San Diego seafood spot accused its former landlord of attempting to launch a knockoff version of the eatery at the same location. And it’s not the first time the popular mariscos brand has been ripped off.