Coast Thai-Way Brings Lao-Thai Dishes To Leucadia This Summer
There are a few areas in San Diego where people go to get good, really good Asian food in San Diego—Convoy District or Mira Mesa for a plethora of Pan-Asian delights, Little Saigon in City Heights for sensational Southeast Asian fare, and even Westfield UTC for world-class dumplings, fancy Japanese food, or an award-winning bowl […]
17 Things to Do in San Diego This Weekend: April 8-12
Savor the Taste of Hillcrest, two-step through Boots in the Park and watch the inaugural Oceanside Bombers game
Where to Get Mother’s Day Brunch 2026 in San Diego
Enjoy the holiday with the city’s best restaurants offering seasonal brunch buffets, prix-fixe menus, and à la carte specials
The Locals’ Guide to San Diego Coffee
From 19th-century imports to the modern craft scene, the city’s coffee culture has grown from a decentralized effort to a thriving collective of indie artisans
9 Must-Try Meals from San Diego Restaurants Right Now
SDM’s staff shouts out our favorite food finds this month including bites from Katsuya Ko, Oh My Dough, and Deckman’s North
Vi at La Jolla Village Brings Good Living to Life
Today’s seniors are retiring on their terms. They’re not just staying active—they’re staying engaged, connected and empowered.
Curb Appeal & Beyond: Why San Diego Homeowners Are Upgrading Their Windows
When it comes to making a lasting impression—from the curb to the living room—beautiful, high-performing windows truly make a difference.
Swizz Beatz & Alicia Keys Bring a Defining Collection West
Running April 18 through August 9, MCASD presents monumental Black American diasporic art from the power couples’ private art collection
Faith Ringgold’s Radical Imagination Returns to La Jolla
A new exhibition at UC San Diego’s Mandeville Art Gallery revisits the artist’s story quilts, paintings, and legacy of visual storytelling
16 Things to Do in San Diego This Weekend: April 1-5
Shop the Makers Arcade Spring Fair, see a new production of Fences and sample local brews at the North Park Festival of Beers
San Diego Magazine’s Home + Design Awards 2026
See this year’s list of winners, voted on by a panel of expert judges and SDM readers
San Diego Brunch Guide 2026
If breakfast is the most important meal of the day, brunch is certainly the most fun. San Diego is packed with delectable brunch eateries, ranging from no-frills diners and cozy cafés to trendy pop-ups and beachfront buffets. Every weekend, San Diegans pack these hotspots for breakfast classics, decadent dishes, and Instagram-worthy eats. Bagel or benedict, […]
HandsOn San Diego is Taking the Lead in Volunteering
An interview with Jessie Case on Connecting San Diegans with Flexible Volunteer Opportunities
New Blood Arrives at San Diego’s OG Farm-to-Table Shrine
The Lodge at Torrey Pines pulls in a team from Michelin kitchens
Photo Essay: Way, Shape & Form with Maha Bazzari
Inside the angular, detail-oriented world of San Diego architectural photographer Maha Bazzari
Restaurant Review: Tobey’s 19th Hole Cafe
For nearly 100 years, the restaurant has been the city’s not-so-secret spot at the Balboa Park Clubhouse
Harland Brewing Takes A Big Swing In Mission Bay
Harland Clubhouse opens at the Mission Bay Golf Course and Practice Center this spring
The Rise of Homes Designed as Wellness Retreats
San Diegans are turning their houses into longevity spaces by prioritizing function and feeling
Labora Cafe Brings Ceremonial-Grade Matcha to North Park
The specialty coffee shop will open this fall next to The Observatory with the same minimalist-modern aesthetic as the Convoy location
Turkish Flavors Take Center Stage at New Gaslamp Spot Truva
After nearly two years of delays, the renovated ground-floor restaurant at The Sofia Hotel prepares to reopen
Finding the Right Volunteer Fit with HandsOn San Diego
The nonprofit organization connected volunteers with 10,000 different opportunities in 2025
Publisher’s Note: Savor the Details, April 2026
CEO Claire Johnson previews San Diego Magazine’s April 2026 issue exploring the latest trends in home and design
What to Expect While Volunteering With The San Diego Rescue Mission
Educators and You-Turn program founders John and Margie Dykema share how locals can help offer life skills for those experience homelessness
Feeding San Diego Raises $500,000 for School Pantry Program
See photos from the annual Pairings with a Purpose dinner party held at Callie this past February
8 San Diego Charity Events to Attend in April
Here’s where to celebrate, connect, give back, and make a difference this month
How Artist Mr B Baby Turned “Chucho” Into a Global Icon
Chula Vista hometowner and artist Michelle Ruby travels all over the city (and the globe) painting murals that feature her colorful symbol of resilience
