Rooted in Flame at Temecula Creek Inn is a stunning dining experience where dinner becomes part cooking demonstration, part wine country experience, and part evening around the fire. Held in
Enchanted Oasis, one of my favorite immersive experiences, is back at insideOUT in Hillcrest. The outdoor courtyard transforms into a fantasy world with vibrant colors, twinkling lights, glowing willow trees,
“One of each” would be my ideal order at Kettner Exchange. It’s one of the most popular restaurants in Little Italy, San Diego. After all my visits, I’ve tried everything
South Park is one of San Diego’s most walkable and tight‑knit neighborhoods. It’s full of tree‑lined streets, charming homes, and a warm neighborhood spirit. Many of the South Park restaurants
If you are searching for the best ramen in San Diego, you have plenty of choices. From rich tonkotsu broth and spicy miso to chicken paitan and tsukemen, San Diego
I have been to events focused on food. I’ve also been to others focused on the cause. The Día de Muertos Gala San Diego brings both together for an extraordinary
Fried chicken isn’t all the same. Some places nail the crunch but leave the meat dry. Others go heavy on sauce and skip the crust. I’ve been trying and comparing
I go to Celebrate the Craft every year, and it remains one of the San Diego food events I most look forward to. The food is excellent, the outdoor setting
Oysters can be one of those foods that make your dinner bill rise faster than you can slurp them down. Luckily, you don’t have to spend a fortune to enjoy
The Del Mar Wine + Food Festival returns September 30 through October 4, 2026. This is year four, and it’s bigger than ever. Expect celebrity chefs, top winemakers, pro athletes,
November will be a very exciting month if you love great food, wine, cocktails, and San Diego’s spectacular waterfront. The San Diego Food + Wine Festival returns November 1-8, 2026,
As you walk up the steps at The Guild Hotel, you just know that you are headed for something special. Once you step inside and get the first look at
I’ve lost track of how many San Diego steakhouse happy hour menus I’ve looked at. Some nights you get a real steak deal; other nights it’s just good appetizers and
The Best Comic-Con Pop-Ups of 2026 turned downtown San Diego into one giant playground for fans. This year, there were nearly 60 free and ticketed activations spread across the city,
Pueblo Pacific Beach is getting ready to celebrate its 10-year anniversary this September. And after my dinner there this week, it’s easy to understand how they’ve built such a loyal
If you had told me a few years ago that I’d be craving a burger made with a plant-based patty, I probably wouldn’t have believed you. But after visiting Mr.
I’ve lived in San Diego for 40+ years, and dining with ocean views never gets old. It’s not something I take for granted. What I love about San Diego is
Thirty years is a long time in the restaurant business. Most don’t make it past five. But Bandar Restaurant in San Diego’s Gaslamp Quarter is hitting a milestone that says
Parc Bistro-Brasserie San Diego is in Bankers Hill, right across from Balboa Park. We ate there on Saturday night, and it was full. Actually, it was packed, and after you’ve
When the weather warms up, there is nothing better than enjoying food and drinks outside during happy hour. But not every restaurant offers happy-hour deals on the patio; some offer
