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
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
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
5 Must-Try Meals in San Diego Right Now
SDM’s staff shouts out our favorite food finds this month including bites from Toasted Gastrobrunch, Thai Time, and Mister A’s
Aries Takes Over Sea & Sky in La Jolla This November
The rooftop restaurant at Hotel La Jolla will reopen under a new name and new ownership
This Thomas Keller–Trained Chef Is Making Comfort Food His Own
At San Diego’s Ode Cafe & Bakery, Robert Ledesma draws on his experience at Thomas Keller’s restaurants and his family’s recipes to create nostalgic dishes with a fine-dining touch
Jung Kimchi Bridges Korean Cuisine With American Culture
Paul Jeong uses his mother’s kimchi recipe to continue a Korean tradition for a new generation
Copper Cowboy Is Bringing Western Flair to the Gaslamp Quarter
The $1.5 million project will combine upscale American dining, a saloon with live music, and a dapper hat shop, all in one
The Salted Table Brings Ingredient-First Cooking Classes to Encinitas
The family behind Salt Culture launched a culinary-focused workshop and specialty market to celebrate simplicity and community
First Look: Heritage Steakhouse
Santee’s first premier steakhouse promises contemporary twists on old school favorites
The Stone Guys Just Took Back Their Famed Bistro
Days from closing, the dream of Escondido’s Stone World Bistro is back with founders Greg Koch and Steve Wagner
Meet the Del Mar Wine & Food Festival’s 2026 Culinary Competition Winners
From smoked tuna empanadas to cured kampachi, San Diego chefs served up winning bites at the annual Culinary Competition, presented by Redfin
The Basque Baker Brings Spanish Flavors To San Diego
Juan Iturralde Cotroneo’s Basque cheesecakes reflect his heritage through his grandmother’s recipes
Restaurant Review: Zuma
International super-restaurant Zuma
chose San Diego and the Guild Hotel
for its first California location, and food
critic Troy Johnson kicks tires on the
big, elaborate show
Zhuzh Up Your Pasta With This Local Red Sauce
Romolo & Remo uses traditional Roman sauce recipes for fresh jarred tomato sauce that punches way above its weight
Wild Seeds Ranch Teaches Gardening, Survival, and Community-Building
The coliving space in rural Dulzura offers classes, workshops, and residencies for people who want to live off the land, but alongside one another
Este Tea Opens At The Woo In Barrio Logan
The local tea company is joining forces with the collaborative creative space
The Stars Align For Gemini Twins Bakery
The in-demand sourdough treats from ultra-small batch, family-run microbakery are popping up more and more across San Diego
From Supper Clubs to Pop-Ups, Bik-Lun Is Finding Its Place in SD
Chantal Partolan’s growing food business blends her Filipino and Chinese heritage with a creative, memory-driven approach to cooking
High-Protein Mochi Arrives in San Diego
Jacob Chen’s Made for MeiMei adds protein and fiber to flavors like ube, black sesame, and PB&J
Special Activations at the 2026 Del Mar Wine & Food Fest’s Grand Tasting
Chef collaborations, cooking demonstrations, DJs, games, photo ops, and plenty of reasons to keep wandering on Oct 3 and Oct 4
Koshna Is Bringing Single-Origin Indian Spices to San Diego
Founder Dharti Jadav sources cumin, turmeric, coriander, and more directly from small-scale farms across India for fresher, more flavorful results
Sea Monster Is Bringing Poke and Matcha to Mission Valley
The new Hawaiian- and Japanese-inspired cafe will serve locally caught bluefin, fresh spring rolls, housemade sauces, and plenty of matcha
The Art of Sharpening Knives
Kuya Sharpens owner Joshua “Jhun” de Andres turned a meditative practice into a business caring for prized kitchen knives—one whetstone at a time
Where to See Celebs at the 2026 Del Mar Wine & Food Festival
Check out the stacked lineup of talent participating in this year’s celebration of food, cocktails, wellness, and SoCal energy
