The latest distillery, restaurant, and bar to hit East Village, Storyhouse Spirits is as good at crafting imaginative cocktails as it is delighting guests with its’ unique wood-fired cookery. Executive Chef Nick Paulerio’s menu features seasonal small plates with a focus on dishes cooked in their signature copper wood-fired oven. Open daily for Story Hour, […]
The latest distillery, restaurant, and bar to hit East Village, Storyhouse Spirits is as good at crafting imaginative cocktails as it is delighting guests with its’ unique wood-fired cookery. Executive Chef Nick Paulerio’s menu features seasonal small plates with a focus on dishes cooked in their signature copper wood-fired oven. Open daily for Story Hour, dinner and weekend brunch, cocktail lovers and foodies are invited to pull up a chair and share tales with friends old and new.
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When: Daily.
Where: 1220 J Street, San Diego, CA 92101.
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Located in Regents Marketplace in La Jolla, Spitfire Tacos features seven vertical spits slowly rotating hand-stacked meats like traditional Al Pastor along with unique options like pastrami and Kalbi pork belly. The concept provides the opportunity to enjoy creative tacos, burritos and sides with a focus on flavorful and unique combinations. Savory “authentically made, […]
Located in Regents Marketplace in La Jolla, Spitfire Tacos features seven vertical spits slowly rotating hand-stacked meats like traditional Al Pastor along with unique options like pastrami and Kalbi pork belly. The concept provides the opportunity to enjoy creative tacos, burritos and sides with a focus on flavorful and unique combinations.
Savory “authentically made, inauthentic tacos” like the “Boeuf Dip” headline the menu. This taco features spit-roasted Angus steak, Montreal marinade, horseradish slaw, crispy shoestring potatoes, a flour tortilla and hot French onion au jus dip. Or try “Castro’s Last Stand”—roasted pork carnitas, shaved ham, creamy mustard sauce, and a pickle spear wrapped in a Swiss quesadilla.
Spitfire Tacos also offers Pastrami, Philly Cheese and Carne Asada “Totchos,” a tater tot and nacho fusion, and “Street Corn Named Desire.” To round out the unique options, indulge in house-made stuffed churros in flavors like Horchata Crema and Nutella Banana.
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When: Daily.
Where: Spitfire Tacos
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NOVEMBER 2, 2019
Table for 4 plus Admissions for $40 at the Del Mar Racetrack Bing Crosby Season
Ladies, grab your hats and gents grab your bow ties—Del Mar’s fall racing season is here! After successfully wrapping up its milestone 80th summer season, the iconic Del Mar racetrack is looking ahead to its fall meet, known as the Bing Crosby Season. The excitement kicks off on Friday, Nov. 8 and will run through […]
Ladies, grab your hats and gents grab your bow ties—Del Mar’s fall racing season is here! After successfully wrapping up its milestone 80th summer season, the iconic Del Mar racetrack is looking ahead to its fall meet, known as the Bing Crosby Season. The excitement kicks off on Friday, Nov. 8 and will run through Sunday, Dec. 1. Over the course of the 15-day meet, Del Mar will come alive with high stakes competition, signature seasonal events and must-see free concerts.
What: Table for 4 plus Admissions for $40 any Saturday and Sunday during the Bing Crosby Season
When: November 8th – December 1st
Where: The Del Mar Racetrack
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Table for 4 plus Admissions for $40 at the Del Mar Racetrack Bing Crosby Season
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SEPTEMBER 27, 2019
20% San Diego Symphony Tickets On October 11 & 12
Hear Felix Mendelssohn’s music as it was meant to be experienced, as a stellar cast of actors presents an abridged version of William Shakespeare’s A Midsummer Night’s Dream, accompanied by Mendelssohn’s magical score. Learn more here! What: 20% off tickets to the October 11 & 12 concerts here. When: October 11 & 12. Where: San […]
Hear Felix Mendelssohn’s music as it was meant to be experienced, as a stellar cast of actors presents an abridged version of William Shakespeare’s A Midsummer Night’s Dream, accompanied by Mendelssohn’s magical score. Learn more here!
What: 20% off tickets to the October 11 & 12 concerts here.
When: October 11 & 12.
Where: San Diego Symphony.
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20% San Diego Symphony Tickets On October 11 & 12
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SEPTEMBER 9, 2026
Meet ArtsConnect, UC San Diego’s Invitation to SoCal Arts Lovers
ArtsConnect brings those experiences into view, helping residents discover what they can see, hear and create at UC San Diego while experiencing the campus in a new way.
Ask most people what UC San Diego is known for, and the arts may not be the first answer. Yet this fall, San Diegans can watch Ghostbusters with a live orchestra, try their hand at glassmaking and wander among more than 20 works of public art woven throughout the university’s La Jolla campus.
ArtsConnect brings those experiences into view, helping residents discover what they can see, hear and create at UC San Diego while experiencing the campus in a new way.
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“The arts are at the heart of UC San Diego’s student-centered mission and vision,” says Alysson Satterlund, Vice Chancellor for Student Affairs and Campus Life. “Whether creating, participating in, or experiencing performances, the arts are essential to a healthy and truly fun Triton student experience.”
That invitation often begins where the arts intersect with other fields.
“Some of the most innovative work and discovery happen where disciplines don’t usually share a stage,” says Cristina Della Coletta, Dean of the UC San Diego School of Arts and Humanities. “So through our unique intersection of the arts with science, technology, and medicine, we are improving lives, physically and emotionally.
Take The Inaudible Ocean, a collaboration between Department of Music Professor Lei Liang and Scripps Institution of Oceanography Assistant Project Scientist Josh Jones. Over eight years, the pair recorded earthquakes, ship noise, whale songs and other sounds in remote underwater locations. They transformed those recordings into a live music experience that allowed audiences to hear the ocean in an entirely new way. The work premiered on campus in May and continues to evolve.
The arts also connect the campus to the global art world and diverse perspectives. Chief Campus Curator Jessica Berlanga Taylor recently curated the Mexico Pavilion at the 61st Venice Biennale, featuring RojoNegro, the collective formed by Noé Martínez and María Sosa. The collective will unveil a compelling new permanent installation for UC San Diego’s celebrated Stuart Collection later this fall.
ArtPower offers another easy entry point, bringing touring performers to venues including the outdoor Epstein Family Amphitheater and the intimate Loft. The nearly three dozen performances featured through its 2026-2027 season span music, dance, film, theater and conversation.
Among the fall highlights is Ghostbusters in Concert on Sept. 25, pairing the beloved 1984 film with a live performance of Elmer Bernstein’s score. Tickets start at $35, and the amphitheater is located next to the UC San Diego Blue Line trolley station.
“Every member of our community should have access to world-class art, so we work hard to remove the barriers that stand in the way,” says Colleen Kollar Smith, executive artistic director of the Campus Performances and Events Office. “That means affordable ticket prices, and performances, voices and experiences where people see themselves reflected on stage and know they belong.”
The arts at UC San Diego are not only something to watch. The Craft Center offers public classes and workshops in ceramics, jewelry, woodworking, culinary arts and even surfboard shaping. At the new Glass Center, beginners and experienced makers can explore glassmaking through classes, demonstrations and studio experiences.
Whether you want to attend a performance, make something yourself or spend an afternoon exploring public art, there is an easy way in. And the invitation extends well beyond students and alumni.
Kollar Smith says it best: “Visit, participate, spectate or create. You’re invited, and we hope you’ll connect with us soon.”
$5 Off Estancia La Jolla’s Garden Party: Whiskey, Wine & Mint Juleps
Sip, savor and socialize under the stars at Estancia La Jolla’s next Garden Party: Whiskey, Wine & Mint Juleps Event. This feast features a menu of comfort food favorites washed down with whiskey, bourbon and endless amounts of Mint Juleps as live music and bonfire sparks float on the night air. There will be a […]
Sip, savor and socialize under the stars at Estancia La Jolla’s next Garden Party: Whiskey, Wine & Mint Juleps Event. This feast features a menu of comfort food favorites washed down with whiskey, bourbon and endless amounts of Mint Juleps as live music and bonfire sparks float on the night air. There will be a costume contest for the couple with the best Derby outfit! Prizes includes a complimentary stay and spa services at Estancia La Jolla.
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$5 Off Estancia La Jolla’s Garden Party: Whiskey, Wine & Mint Juleps
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JULY 30, 2019
15% off at Sign of the Whale
Sign of the Whale is the newest addition to San Diego; conveniently located in the heart of the historic Gaslamp Quarter on Fifth and G. Our dynamic venue features classic design touches that incorporate some of the building’s original elements from the late 1800s. We take a straightforward approach in our kitchen, relying on high-quality […]
Sign of the Whale is the newest addition to San Diego; conveniently located in the heart of the historic Gaslamp Quarter on Fifth and G. Our dynamic venue features classic design touches that incorporate some of the building’s original elements from the late 1800s. We take a straightforward approach in our kitchen, relying on high-quality and locally sourced ingredients to produce balanced, approachable American dishes with a seafood touch. At night, a lively crowd gathers for nightly entertainment and our thoughtfully crafted cocktail menu- curated with a focus on natural ingredients paired in surprising and refreshing combinations.
Our main dining room is complete with a full-service bar and wrap around patio, perfect for people watching along the bustling 5th Avenue Street. In the basement, discover The Brig. Formerly a jailhouse, the space has been transformed into a premiere nightlife destination for late night revelers seeking a little mischief.
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When: Daily.
Where: 672 Fifth Avenue, San Diego, CA 92101
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AUGUST 21, 2026
This Scripps Clinic Physician is Serving Up Care
Laika Nur, MD, takes her love of volleyball from the court to the clinic as team physician for the San Diego Mojo
Growing up, Laika Nur, MD, Scripps Clinic sports medicine specialist, loved watching beach volleyball when the Association of Volleyball Professionals tour came to her hometown of Chicago. A talented volleyball player herself, she remembers sitting in the stands all day, and once, even got a couple autographs. Years later, Dr. Nur was attending a professional event focused on women’s sports, and the discussion turned to a new professional women’s volleyball league. The general manager and coaching staff for San Diego’s team, the Mojo, happened to be in attendance, and Dr. Nur took the opportunity to ask them if they needed a team doctor. Flash forward to the Mojo’s inaugural 2024 season, when Dr. Nur officially became the team physician. Click here to read more about Dr. Nur and how she incorporates lessons she learned on the court into her practice.
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