How to Achieve Staycation-Worthy Interiors
Interior designer Cindy Courson turns a new leaf with custom art deco wallpaper, postmodern lighting, and large unexpected prints
Before Gay Meant Gay: Meet San Diego’s Early LGBTQ Pioneers
A century ago, same-sex couples and a female impersonator lived prominent and public lives here
Op-Ed: I’m a Pro-Choice Woman of Faith
SDM’s digital editor shares her thoughts on the overturning of Roe v Wade and digs into the research on maternal mortality
No Place Like Home
Adam Gnade’s new “food novel” puts San Diego taco shops and dives in the spotlight
Food Influencer Holly Haines Grows Insta-worthy Edible Flowers
How self-described “recipe developer” found solace at Rio del Rey bean farm
Paint it Snack
Local artist Duke Windsor creates enticing hamburger still lifes using techniques perfected by Dutch masters
The Women’s Museum of California Is Back With a New Space and a Refreshed Vision
Its new space at the Jacobs Center for Neighborhood Innovation in Southeast San Diego places a new emphasis on interactivity
Letter from the Editor: Staying Humble
Editor in Chief Seth Combs on the June issue of San Diego Magazine
From the Kitchen Table
Local biochemist and food writer Madhushree Ghosh pens a moving tribute to family, food, and her American experience
‘Voices from the Rez’ Showcases Regional Native American Artists
The exhibition is on display at La Jolla Historical Society Wisteria Cottage Gallery from June to September
Publisher’s Note: June 2022
Publisher Troy Johnson reflects on how he got into food writing
Inside The Wheel Stoneware in Encinitas
A look at Michael Totah’s pottery space, where your favorite restaurant’s plates are made
Three San Diego Nurses on the Challenges and Rewards of the Job
Candid conversations with local RNs in different stages of their careers
Kiersten White Grows Up With “Hide”
Carlsbad YA author to release four books this year including a new Star Wars novel
Vista Florist Dos Gringos Finds a Place in the Sun
The North County powerhouse continues to grow within a tough industry
Publisher’s Note: May 2022
Publisher Troy Johnson reflects on coming around on North County
The Stepsister Team Crafting Cool, Sustainable Tile in Mira Mesa
Livden is leading the way with of-the-moment tiles made from recycled materials
How Mariah Hoffman Built Her Dream Tiny Home by Hand in Lemon Grove
Plus, eight essential items that help her get into a creative headspace
This New Arts Collective in Mira Mesa Is Carving Out a Space for Neurodivergent Creators
Social Dropouts Collective is putting a modern spin on maker spaces
Dr. Bronner’s Has Some Words About Cannabis and Hemp Laws
The Vista family business is launching a special-edition soap to raise awareness of regenerative practices
Publisher’s Note: April 2022
Publisher Troy Johnson on the pleasures of getting lost in San Diego
San Diego–Based Muralist Celeste Byers Spills on Her Career and a Few of Her Favorite Things
Byers has created over 75 murals across seven countries
The Best-Selling Card Games You Didn’t Know Were from San Diego
The origin story behind DSS Games, creators of Drunk, Stoned or Stupid
You Can See This Textile Artist at Work This Month at the Mingei International Museum
Denja Harris talks about her love for “painting with fabric” and prepping for her first workshop demonstration ever
Publisher’s Note: March 2022
Publisher Troy Johnson on returning to the San Diego Magazine offices
Self-Love Activist Femi Olafioye-Omogbehin’s 8 Essential Items
Her favorites for treating yourself
