Got plans for your three-day weekend? How about a show? From University Heights to Oceanside, there will be new theater productions popping up all over the map this Saturday, such as the playful comedy Merry Me at the Diversionary Theatre, Oceanside Theatre Company’s funny and informative Latino His

It didn’t take long for Archie Thompson to notice the guy at a table near where Thompson and his trio were playing. They were doing their usual blues and jazz gig at the old Croce’s Restaurant in the Gaslamp Quarter downtown. There was an intensity about the dude—as if he were doing some kind of eva

The times, they are a-changin’. That’s especially true at Market on 8th. Opened in 2021, a lot of fanfare met National City’s only food hall for the spark of life it brought to the area. Originally, it emphasized mostly different cuisines from across Asia. After a new owner took over in 2024, the ma

With more than 100 wineries in Valle de Guadalupe, knowing where to go and which to try can feel overwhelming. Luckily, we took the guesswork out of the task and put together a list of our favorite wines in the region from organic pours to a husband-and-wife team, and a century-old icon, here’s what

Building your new home in San Diego, California with the help of Toll Brothers will open endless opportunities to complete your luxurious lifestyle. Everything that sets Toll Brothers apart—the places we choose to build, our impressive architecture, personalization options to suit your style, and th

Building your new home in San Diego, California with the help of Toll Brothers will open endless opportunities to complete your luxurious lifestyle. Everything that sets Toll Brothers apart—the places we choose to build, our impressive architecture, personalization options to suit your style, and th

It all came together so serendipitously. Odie O’Connor’s friends, Clayton Wheeler and Craig Applegate—co-owners of Encinitas-based Blacktop Restaurant Group—were looking to get into pizza. The 2,000-square-foot corner location at Mission Avenue and Cleveland Street in downtown Oceanside was up for g

Jamul Casino Resort, under the technology leadership of Tara Sparks, is set to redefine guest experiences in the hospitality industry with a groundbreaking upgrade to a 10GB bandwidth provided by Cox Business. This initiative promises to deliver seamless, high-resiliency network connectivity across

For those experiencing homelessness, a career in culinary arts can potentially seem out of reach without the proper resources. Thanks to Father Joe’s Villages, a growing number of unhoused San Diegans are getting the opportunity to pursue a career in food through a new culinary program. “I spent my

Want to avoid raising an iPad kid? Get them a place to pretend. But options like backyard playhouses are often clunky, mass-produced plastic structures in garish red and yellow, an eyesore against a thoughtfully designed home. Jihyun Kang Butler saw the problem and set out to change it.With two youn

Michael Voltaggio (Top Chef), Jet Tila (Ready Jet Cook), Marc Murphy (Chopped), The Grill Dads, Claudia Sandoval (MasterChef, Chopped), Catherine McCord (Guy’s Grocery Games, Super Chef Grudge Match), Kelsey Murphy (The Kitchen), Beau MacMilian (Guys Grocery Games), Mawa McQueen (Chopped), Zuliya Kh

Father’s Day is an oft forgotten sequel to Mother’s Day celebrations known for lavish bouquets, decadent brunches, and bottomless mimosas. But what do dads get? A “best dad” mug, a shaving kit, or maybe a bottle of imported whiskey if you’re lucky. Let’s mix it up this year, and celebrate Dad in sty

Even if you haven’t gotten your Real ID yet—which you should really do, like, yesterday—you can travel by proxy through food. For Turkey, head over to Normal Heights, where chef Seckin Sage Anlasbay is opening Bosforo, his modern meyhane-style Turkish restaurant in the former El Zarape location.Phot

Nowadays, it seems as if more and more San Diegans are looking toward social outings that exist outside of the bar setting, favoring health-focused, dopamine-boosting activities in communal spaces. If that sounds like you, we’ve compiled a list of social wellness groups that regularly meet across th

This weekend in San Diego is filled to the brim with good eats and fun festivals. Enjoy unlimited dairy and drinks at the Cheese & Libation Expo, chow down at an LSU alumni–led seafood boil at Waterfront Park, and explore the interactive Taste San Diego exhibition at the San Diego History Center. Mu

Written by Bryana QuintanaAbout 70% of earth’s surface is ocean, yet only 5% of the world’s oceans have been explored. One matter overlooked by the general public and scientific circles alike is how shifting faults and landslides thousands of feet under the water can lead to earthquakes and tsunamis

It may feel a bit cold and cloudy right now thanks to May grey, but warmer weather is fast approaching. And summer is the best time to head to the coast for all your hiking and walking. But don’t let our regularly temperate weather fool you, it can quickly get very hot as you get just 10 miles off t

Longtime popular cruise ship destination, the port of Ensenada has been known more for its animated tourist bars and trinket shops than as a cultural and culinary hub—but all that is changing. These days, the city is holding its own against Tijuana, Valle de Guadalupe, and other nearby food hot spot

San Diego’s got no culture. San Diego is a tourist town. San Diego is a nice place to retire.Meanwhile cranking away under those well-worn clichés, the city’s creative edge is its best-kept secret. San Diego Magazine and Sony Electronics have partnered to tell the stories of the people building that

The John Wayne room may be gone, but The Duke remains. At least, his bust does, above the bar at The Duke Cocktails & Grub in Mission Gorge.Patrons of the Longhorn Bar & Grill will likely remember the plethora of John Wayne paraphernalia that adorned the walls and shelves of the watering hole since