Women’s Pain Deserves Better Answers
Johns Hopkins pain physician Dr. Anita Gupta, named a 2026 Health Pioneer finalist, on why women’s pain is missed, and what modern care can do about it.
Make-A-Wish San Diego Makes Magic Happen for Local Kids
The organization’s Wine & Wishes Gala raised more than $1.4 million to grant life-changing wishes to children facing critical illnesses
Celebrating Women Profiles 2026: The Woman of Vision of Children
Vivian Hardage, Co-Founder Vivian Hardage turned a mother’s heartbreak into a global movement. When her son was born with ocular albinism, a rare genetic vision disorder, in 1989, doctors offered “no treatment, no cure, no hope.” She and husband Sam refused to accept this, founding the Vision of Children Foundation in 1991. “I was just […]
Celebrating Women Profiles 2026: The Women of San Diego Menopause
Jennifer Davis, MD, MSCP; Taylor Stafford, DNP, MSCP Dr. Jennifer Davis was a successful pediatrician in her mid-40s when she suddenly started feeling not like herself. Poor sleep, mood changes, fatigue, brain fog, and eventually hot flashes led her to realize she was in perimenopause. When she sought help, she found few local practices offering […]
Celebrating Women Profiles 2026: The Woman of Prosperity Now
Marisa Calderon, President and CEO As President and CEO of Prosperity Now, Marisa Calderon believes prosperity means having the resources, stability, information, and opportunity to make real choices about your life and your family’s future. “That is what prosperity means to me: having enough room to choose,” Calderon says. “To decide what is right for […]
Celebrating Women Profiles 2026: The Woman of Let’s Role
Dina Hemmi, Founder and CEO San Diego entrepreneur Dina Hemmi is reimagining modern hiring and job hunting with Let’s Role. Drawing on her executive recruiting experience, the founder and CEO created a mobile-first, swipe-based platform inspired by dating apps. Personality, experience, work style, and workplace vibe come first, not résumés. Job seekers share video profiles, skills, […]
Celebrating Women Profiles 2026: The Woman of Great Smiles of La Mesa
Dr. Sherin Johnson, DDS, FAACA Dr. Sherin Johnson has transformed Great Smiles of La Mesa into the embodiment of “Doing Dentistry Differently.” She has curated a bold, modern space that combines advanced technology, exceptional five-star service, and positive energy. Patients are treated to thoughtful touches like heated blankets, headphones, Netflix, lavender towels, a claw machine, and even a […]
Celebrating Women Profiles 2026: The Woman of Dexter’s Deli
Tori Rosay, Founder and Owner At Dexter’s Deli, community, healthy pet food, dogs, and a few opinionated cats are the heart of every one of our stores. Often mistaken for a sandwich shop, Dexter’s Deli was actually San Diego’s first natural pet food store. Founder Tori Rosay opened the first location in Del Mar in 1996 when […]
Celebrating Women Profiles 2026: The Woman of Corbeaux
Regan Schneider, Owner and Winemaker “Corbeaux is a reflection of our talented team, as well as my style, taste, passions, and whimsy,” says Regan Schneider, owner of the French-Asian style restaurant, wine bar, and tea house, Corbeaux. “We try to provide something unique while still leaving room for spontaneity.” Corbeaux is a tasting room for […]
Celebrating Women Profiles 2026: The Woman of Bread & Cie Bakery/Café
Dori Kaufman, Owner; Lorena Velasquez, Baker; Jamaica James, GM; Cassidy Nelson, Assistant GM When Dori Kaufman and her husband opened Bread & Cie in 1994, the artisan bread craze was just beginning to hit the United States. “We wanted to be part of that excitement and become the first bakery in San Diego to offer these […]
Editor’s Note, November 2026: At Home in Convoy
Editor Emma Veidt reflects on the
Convoy District’s influence on her
childhood
The Best Things to Do in San Diego: November 2026
From a Jonas Brothers concert to a taco party at SDMA, here are all the best things to do this month in San Diego
The Magic Behind a Humble Design Day of Joy
San Diego Magazine staff helped decorate a home for a family leaving homelessness during a Humble Design Day of Joy
Meet the Unsung Heroes Making San Diego Hospitals Feel Like Home
From ukulele-playing nurses to a 17-year “Cookie Queen,” local healthcare workers and volunteers share how they bring warmth to hospital care
How a Rescue Dog Saved Rocky Kanaka’s Life
The Netflix and YouTube star honors his late dog, Flip, with a dog rescue village and farm in Oceanside
Onigilly Is Betting Big on Japanese Rice Balls
The growing chain is bringing its take on Japan’s beloved onigiri to Westfield UTC, with plans for more San Diego locations and a nationwide expansion
Clinical Research: The Other Side of Patient Care
Clinical trials and physician-initiated studies bring new, innovative treatments to patients sooner
Healthcare in the Palm of Your Hand
New MyScripps mobile app features give patients more options to connect with their provider
Serving Up a Second Chance
A cancer diagnosis forced a Carlsbad woman to prioritize her health. Now she’s using her story to inspire others.
From Surfing Royalty to Creative Force, Mele Saili Does It All
The third-generation Pacific Beach native honors her family’s Gordon & Smith legacy while pursuing her own passions as an artist, designer, and professional surfer
Humble Design Turns Houses into Homes
The nonprofit furnishes houses and apartments for families leaving homelessness
First Look: The Quin Opens in the Gaslamp
Under new ownership, the former Fluxx nightclub space will now host private events and weekly activations
A Pro Surfer, Star Chef, and Designer Opening Fish Joint in Leucadia
Cheyne Magnusson, Davin Waite, and Chris Slowey are expanding their seafood concept Shoots with a third location
17 Things to Do in San Diego This Weekend: October 27–Nov. 1
Hear the Sound of Two Cities, eat unlimited bites at The Taco Party, and celebrate Día de los Muertos citywide
San Diego’s Star Bakery (Finally) Starts Expansion
After eight years in Bird Rock, Wayfarer Bread & Pastry is planning new locations with the help of local partners who promise to keep its small-bakery soul intact
Have a Business Idea? San Diego Startup Week Can Help
The five-day event offers workshops, mentoring, and opportunities to meet investors and other local entrepreneurs
