10 Iron Chef Observations
Behind-the-scenes notes from a judge
Changing Tide
Troy Johnson eats at 1500 Ocean
INCOMING: Solterra Winery & Kitchen
Leaucadia, meet your urban winery.
Local Bounty: February 25
Farewell February with Greens and Beets
Everyday Eats: Fat Jerry at Fat Sal’s
Philly cheesesteak and fries are just the beginning of this “fat sandwich”.
INCOMING: Salt & Cleaver
Fearing the wrath of Ferris Bueller, Abe Froman’s changes name. Still brings the sausage.
NEW IN TOWN: J&T Thai Street Food
Former J Wok chef strikes out on his own for counter-service Thai joint
INCOMING: Sublime Tavern
The Sublime mini-empire to open third location in Del Mar
SAN DIEGO FOOD NEWS
Blue Ribbon to open second spot in Hillcrest; El Dorado cocktailers get Indian food
Local Bounty: February 21
Beyond Ordinary at The Vegetable Shop at Chino Farms
GO. DRINK. DON’T DRIVE.
The Linkery pairs with Avery Brewing to kickoff their 8th Anniversary weekend.
UPDATE: Modern Times Beer
Point Loma brewery taps new team of brewers, starts producing own coffee
Everyday Eats: Tonkotsu Ramen at Tajima Ramen House
Deep flavors and bouncy noodles make this dish a winner.
Local Bounty
Fresh picks in San Diego this month
Forchettabouddit
The secret to the indescribably good pies at South Park’s new Buona Forchetta
10 Hot Plates
Rumors, openings, and coming-soons
Bits & Bites
Bencotto, the C Street Corridor, and special sauce
THE RETURN: Whisknladle
Chef Ryan Johnston is back in the La Jolla kitchen
INCOMING: Hanson’s Market
Two-story organic grocer coming to Little Italy
FIRST LOOK: Polite Provisions
Opens this week. No one’s seen it. Until now.
Everyday Eats: Brunch at Bailiwick
Options range from classic to atypical, but you can’t beat the French toast.
Local Bounty: February 11
Winter’s Best Produce from the Maciel’s
Around the World in 80 Suppers
Herringbone draws worldly inspiration for their Sunday Supper Menu.
THE SWITCH: Kettner House nabs Brian Redzikowski
Flavor chef joins new project from Vin de Syrah people
Under the Tuscan Suds
Cucina Urbana rolls out Italian beer program.
INCOMING: Waters Fine Foods & Catering
Waters Fine Foods & Catering is coming soon to downtown
