Encinitas is practically shorthand for iconic beaches. Swami’s, Moonlight, and Stonesteps all offer postcard-worthy views and the kind of waves that launch surf careers. But it’s not all saltwater and sand up here. This laidback coastal city was formerly the global capital of poinsettias, thanks to

Encinitas is practically shorthand for iconic beaches. Swami’s, Moonlight, and Stonesteps all offer postcard-worthy views and the kind of waves that launch surf careers. But it’s not all saltwater and sand up here. This laidback coastal city was formerly the global capital of poinsettias, thanks to

Now that we’re (almost) officially halfway through the year, the upcoming holiday weekend presents a chance to start the second half of 2025 on a high note. San Diegans can celebrate this momentous occasion however they see fit, whether it’s stopping by the ballpark to watch the Padres take on the T

San Diego seniors have it made in the shade. America’s Finest City is filled with opportunities for older adults to stay active and connected. From exceptional retirement communities and world-class healthcare to outdoor spaces and social activities aplenty, San Diego seniors are empowered to spend

Making bread is ancient magic. Sure, there’s a fair bit of science involved, but the best bakers are more magicians than chemists, leaning more toward alchemy than biology. But even the strongest protection spells can’t stave off capitalism—a lesson that Wildwood Flour owner and baker Lauren Silver

Earlier this summer, creators, advocates, and other members of the diabetes community gathered at an event hosted by Quixote Executive Chef José Cepeda and Tandem Diabetes Care, a San Diego-based diabetes technology company, at the Lafayette Hotel. The afternoon offered a space for individuals to le

“Seeing [Belmont Park] for the first time was almost like when Alice went through the looking glass and was in Wonderland,” recalls San Diegan Tim Cole. He initially visited the local landmark on an eighth-grade field trip in 1974, and the park quickly became his sanctuary, a place where he felt lik

Caitlin Welsh and her husband, Kevin, tried for years to start a family. While they did not have trouble conceiving, Caitlin was unable to carry a baby to term. After another pregnancy loss, Caitlin met Rebecca Sandoval, MD, a Scripps Clinic obstetrician-gynecologist. The two made a connection that

Every latchkey kid who survived a decade or so on Totino’s pizza rolls and Hot Pockets needs to head to Juniper & Ivy. One of the best restaurants in town just made a tiny, chef’s-pride version of the iconic suburbia snacks. Jim Gaffigan, your table’s ready.They’re technically gnocco frito. But, for

When Ben LeNail’s son Max drowned while crossing the San Diego River in Mission Trails Park, LeNail immediately vowed to build a bridge across the river in honor of his child.That was in January 2021. Now, after more than four years of tireless effort, LeNail says he’s given up. He has issued a stop

Each year, San Diego Pride Festival raises funds to support its community philanthropy efforts to foster equality and respect for all LGBTQ communities here and across the globe. Honoring diversity and inclusion in Balboa Park, the fest is the region’s largest civic event, taking place across two da

The Perfect Order: Wedge Salad | French Fries | Steak of ChoiceDon’t come here.If you do, locals will TP my place of residence. If you’re going to go, go at 4 p.m. If someone waddles over in their bathrobe with that feral need-a-steak look in their eyes, consider offering your seat as a tribute to t

The Perfect Order: Wedge Salad | French Fries | Steak of ChoiceDon’t come here.If you do, locals will TP my place of residence. If you’re going to go, go at 4 p.m. If someone waddles over in their bathrobe with that feral need-a-steak look in their eyes, consider offering your seat as a tribute to t

Supporters gathered in the Garden at ICA San Diego/North in Encinitas for the HeART of ICA Gala on May 17, 2025. The evening, part of ICA’s “On Healing” exhibition season, invited guests to reflect on the role of art in our physical, mental, emotional, and collective wellbeing. Highlights included a

In May, 36 men at R.J. Donovan Correctional Facility crossed a stage in caps and gowns. They’d just completed Defy Ventures’ Entrepreneur-in-Training program—a seven-month curriculum that blends business fundamentals with intensive personal development. There were Shark Tank–style pitches, volunteer

Founded in 2015 as the San Diego Black LGBTQ Coalition, the volunteer-led nonprofit has long served as a vital resource and gathering point for Black LGBTQ+ San Diegans. In 2024, the organization officially rebranded as San Diego Black Pride. The name change was intended to reflect its evolution int

Food critic Troy Johnson finally admitted it—San Diego is a brunch town.The city’s early-to-mid morning dining scene is, to use a technical term, redonkulous. We’ve got killer breakfast sandwiches. Our Bloody Mary game is next-level. Even hotels are leaving sad breakfast buffets behind and bringing

Ocean Park Inn & PB Town Council Ocean Safety FundraiserThrough July 4Ocean Park Inn and the Pacific Beach Town Council are teaming up to raise $20,000 for rip current warning signs along local beaches. As part of the campaign, Ocean Park Inn will match all donations through July 4. Contributions su

When my son was tiny—out of the newborn larval stage but essentially still a warm loaf of bread with lungs—he refused to sleep unless the world was moving beneath him. So I pushed his stroller day and night, over pavement warped by roots, through moonlit streets. Naps, bedtimes, 3 a.m. wakeups—I wor

San Diego is booming this July, literally. Whether it’s fireworks lighting up the bay on the 4th, the San Diego Pride Parade dancing through Balboa Park, or waterside concerts at the Shell, the city’s summer energy is in full swing. Check out Independence Day festivities, sip wine at USD’s dreamy ca