From San Marcos’s free Spring Fling Festival to a full day of country at Boots in the Park, this weekend is fit for festivals galore. San Diego will flex its muscles as the Capital of Craft at the North Park Festival of Beers while local writers can gain insight from dozens of authors at the San Die

As I stood there, eyes closed, blue lighting showering the room, my mind raced through thoughts of the past few months back at home in San Diego. The holidays had been followed by my birthday, a breakup, and a new role at work. February was already beginning to feel like six months trapped into 28 d

This April, The Good Festival returns to Westfield UTC with a mission to promote sustainability, wellness, and a greener future. Running from April 24-27 in Palm Plaza and The Pointe, the local community is invited to explore innovative ways to live more eco-consciously in a fun, interactive environ

Surrounded by eucalyptus and olive trees at the end of a cul-de-sac is a friendly take on a typically hard-edged style—a midcentury modern home softened by gabled roofs and judicious use of wood and brick, elements more typical of early-20th-century Craftsman houses. It was designed by a physician a

Hard to overstate it—restaurateur John Resnick and chef Eric Bost have rewritten the book of North County’s food culture. But after fighting to the top, facing headwinds at the apex, losing—then finding—their footing, they’re back, and poised to be better than ever.In a few weeks, they’ll open Lilo,

Once, the staff of SDM accidentally catered uncooked pasta to the office. We don’t have a stove, so there were many increasingly hangry attempts to microwave, air-fry, and YouTube-hack the stuff into palatability until we accepted defeat. It’s a piece of sad office lore that lives on alongside stori

When it comes to finding a serene and secure environment to call home, gated communities in Bonsall and Fallbrook offer the perfect blend of luxury, privacy, and natural beauty. Nestled in the scenic hills of North San Diego County, these areas are renowned for their stunning landscapes, equestrian

More than 130 guests filled the dining room at Callie for Feeding San Diego’s second annual Pairings with a Purpose Dinner Party, where chef-owner Travis Swikard served a four-course meal with wine pairings by sommelier Tracy Latimer. The evening raised over $300,000—enough to provide more than 600,

Hard to believe, but there was a time when there wasn’t arugula or goat cheese or prosciutto or blackened shrimp on pizzas. The country went nuts in 1980 when chefs Jeremiah Tower (Chez Panisse, Berkeley) and Ed LaDou (Spago by Wolfgang Puck, L.A.) started putting farmers market ingredients on pies

West Coast Nonprofit Data ConferenceApril 4–5Hosted at the University of San Diego’s Kroc Institute, this academic conference gathers nonprofit scholars to exchange ideas, research, and data-driven strategies. Fine Art and Craft Sale, Union Hall GalleryApril 4–6 & April 11–13Held over two weekends,

West Coast Nonprofit Data ConferenceApril 4–5Hosted at the University of San Diego’s Kroc Institute, this academic conference gathers nonprofit scholars to exchange ideas, research, and data-driven strategies. Fine Art and Craft Sale, Union Hall GalleryApril 4–6 & April 11–13Held over two weekends,

Downtown San Diego is at a crossroads. “The city has a golden opportunity to answer a really important question, which really is the question that every major city in America is wrestlingwith: What is a downtown for in this post-Covid, remote work era?” says Grant Oliphant, CEO of The Conrad Prebys

Another season of America’s national pastime begins Thursday when the San Diego Padres face off against the Atlanta Braves in an afternoon matchup. Even if you’re not catching the game, there are still ways to get in on the fun, like the Hilton Bayfront and Made in San Diego’s Opening Day pop-up or

If there’s one thing Giacomo Pizzigoni knows, it’s how to turn a meal into a movement. The Milan-born restaurateur behind Ambrogio15, the recently shuttered Ambrogio by Acquerello, and Ambrogio15 Enoteca has long been using food as a vehicle for something bigger, whether that’s showcasing natural wi

In 2018, long-time Ocean Beach resident and graphic designer Aaron Null got tired of the endless Facebook rants about trash. Instead of arguing, he grabbed a map, marked a green line, and declared, “This block is mine.” “Within weeks, we had almost the whole town covered,” says Null. “Then I tried i

The sun casts a golden glow over blooming citrus trees, pathways feel even more inviting, and cool, starlit nights set the stage for unforgettable evenings. Whether you’re returning to a favorite retreat or visiting for the first time, here’s why spring is the perfect season to check in.1. A Reimagi

It wasn’t until Poway native Anna Vaus left California to pursue music in Nashville that she realized just how much of an impact her roots had on her.Vaus found her voice in childhood, performing private concerts for her pets and creating boredom-induced music videos with her brother. Around age 6,

Just like that we’re a third of the year through the year and San Diego is hitting its stride as flowers bloom and the last bits of winter are burned off. The city is coming alive with some of the year’s most memorable events including La Jolla’s classic car show Concours d’Elegance, the Taste of La

“We get emotional about good food, good plates, good drinks,” says Giovanni Siracusa. “It’s not just a business for us.” Siracusa is talking about Decore, an Italian restaurant he’s opening with longtime friend and first time business partner Giorgio Corletti. In Roman dialect, Decore means “with he

Nestled between the turquoise waters of the Sea of Cortez and the rugged Sierra de la Giganta mountains, Loreto is one of Baja California Sur’s best-kept secrets. This charming coastal town, recognized as a “Pueblo Mágico,” offers an unforgettable blend of history, adventure, and natural beauty, mak