Homebrewing in San Diego
San Diego’s homebrewers are thriving, working hand-in-hand with the city’s powerhouse breweries
The Baja Moment
In eight short years, Baja’s gone from a virtual dead zone to one of the globe’s top food and drink destinations. With the world watching, how will innovators in Tijuana and Valle de Guadalupe handle growing crowds and attention—without selling their souls? The Baja Moment Misión 19’s trio of local ceviches over a bed of […]
Wake Up And Smell the Coffee

As American coffee culture moves past the nonfat vanilla lattes toward a more elevated brew (imagine a cuppa so artfully crafted that it’s meant to stand on its own, black, without the cream), San Diego is right on trend. Local roasters are raising the bar and finding that the competition is fierce. San Diego Coffee […]
Wake Up And Smell the Coffee
As American coffee culture moves past the nonfat vanilla lattes toward a more elevated brew (imagine a cuppa so artfully crafted that it’s meant to stand on its own, black, without the cream), San Diego is right on trend. Local roasters are raising the bar and finding that the competition is fierce. San Diego Coffee […]
Scat! San Diego Jazz

Psst. The local jazz scene is exploding, making San Diego the center of West Coast Jazz
Scat! San Diego Jazz
Psst. The local jazz scene is exploding, making San Diego the center of West Coast Jazz
Arts Sneak Peek 2014-2015
It’s time to break in that new Balboa Park Explorer Pass, cue the orchestra, and dim the lights! We’ve got musicals, plays, dance shows, art exhibits, and more to help you get your culture on this season.
Arts Sneak Peek 2014-2015

It’s time to break in that new Balboa Park Explorer Pass, cue the orchestra, and dim the lights! We’ve got musicals, plays, dance shows, art exhibits, and more to help you get your culture on this season.
Secret San Diego
Secret San Diego Psst! You didn’t hear it from us, but this town has all kinds of “hidden gems” (yes, we said it). And we’re not talking ghost stories at the Hotel Del. We found chic cafes, tucked-away trails, floating homes, secret staircases, and more spots you can actually see, sip, taste, and explore. Happy […]
Secret San Diego

Secret San Diego Psst! You didn’t hear it from us, but this town has all kinds of “hidden gems” (yes, we said it). And we’re not talking ghost stories at the Hotel Del. We found chic cafes, tucked-away trails, floating homes, secret staircases, and more spots you can actually see, sip, taste, and explore. Happy […]
Fall Fashion: Dressed up in Downtown
The new San Diego Central Library provides the perfect backdrop for fall’s hottest looks.
Fall Fashion: Dressed up in Downtown

The new San Diego Central Library provides the perfect backdrop for fall’s hottest looks.
Remembering Mr. Padre

When we asked you to reflect on the legacy of Tony Gwynn, the stories poured in. Whether from a Major League bigwig or former teammate, a regular dad or longtime fan, a benefactor or local sportswriter, every memory goes back to his character—how, aside from the hitting, fielding, and base-stealing, he had a huge, happy […]
Remembering Mr. Padre
When we asked you to reflect on the legacy of Tony Gwynn, the stories poured in. Whether from a Major League bigwig or former teammate, a regular dad or longtime fan, a benefactor or local sportswriter, every memory goes back to his character—how, aside from the hitting, fielding, and base-stealing, he had a huge, happy […]
Sessionable Beers

Let’s make it a sesh!
Sessionable Beers
Let’s make it a sesh!
How to Start a Badass Beer Cellar
Local and non-local beers that may be aged up to 10 years and beyond
How to Start a Badass Beer Cellar

Local and non-local beers that may be aged up to 10 years and beyond
Beer Pastries
From ale brownies to Guinness cookies, here are four sweet ways to satisfy dessert and craft beer cravings in one.
Beer Pastries

From ale brownies to Guinness cookies, here are four sweet ways to satisfy dessert and craft beer cravings in one.
San Diego’s Best Bet Beer Events
May 3 Craft beers, food, live music, and animal encounters are on tap for the fifth annual Brew at the Zoo in Coachella Valley. May3 Historic Vista Village welcomes 48 breweries and musicians to three different stages at the annual Rhythm & Brews Music and Beer Festival. May 12 Boost your craft beer knowledge at […]
What’s New: Cool Beer Collaborations
Great Beer Collaborations popping up all over San Diego
Jewel: Still Shining
The Grammy-nominated singer looks back at her musical start in San Diego and discusses life nearly 20 years after the release of her first album.
Readers’ Favorite Beer Bars
Our Twitter followers reveal where they like to grab a cold one.
Don’t Miss Petco Park’s Full Roster of Craft Brews

What’s new downtown, Petco gets more crafty
Perfect Protein Beer Pairings

Drinking sure works up an appetite. We compiled a few of our favorite meat-and-drink pairings. Note: Specific brews on tap tend to rotate, so when in doubt, stick with the type of beer indicated.