From the Classroom to the Cellar

Life and business lessons from a former teacher-turned-natural-winemaker Cleo de la Torre and husband Jordan
SD Food News: November 21-25

The latest in food and drink happenings around town this week
Where to Get Last-Minute Takeout Thanksgiving Dinners in San Diego

Zero shame. These 10 restaurants will save your day with Thanksgiving dinners to-go on November 25, 2022
The Avant-Garde Experiment of Oddish Wine

The new(ish) label aims to make wines that showcase their ingredients as a dry fermented beverage and break away from tradition
Chef Brian Malarkey & Chris Puffer (Re)Take Herringbone in La Jolla

The duo have acquired their old haunt. They will build a grand Parisian steakhouse. And then they’re done—one final SD restaurant.
SD Food News: November 14-18

The latest in food and drink happenings around town this week
Vegan Food Pop-Up Expands to North Park

The farmers-market-style event is now featured in three San Diego locations with nearly 100% plant-based businesses
SD’s Top Chef Recipes: Creamy Sculpin Beer Cheese

Ballast Point’s culinary director chef Tommy Dimella shares the secret to creating this creamy and decadent sauce
The Fish Trend Hitting SD’s Restaurants

Dry-aging fish offers more flavor and improved texture, but will the process take off in fresh-obsessed San Diego?
SD Food News: November 7-11

The latest in food and drink happenings around town this week
The Emergence of Lion’s Mane in SD’s Kitchens

The white, shaggy mushrooms are turning up on local menus and are quickly becoming a guest favorite
Where Are All of the Women-Owned Breweries?

Of the more than 150 breweries scattered around San Diego, all are owned by males; nationally, only 2.9% are fully woman-owned
FIRST LOOK: Ambrogio by Acquerello

The team behind Ambrogio15 debut its newest concept in partnership with Milan’s Michelin-starred Ristorante Acquerello
Earthy, Mildly Sweet & Spicy

Executive chef Moises Hernandez of La Cocina Mesa puts his own spin on the more than 2,000-year-old Mexican mole recipe
FIRST LOOK: Temaki Bar

Chef JoJo Ruiz’s newest high-end concept celebrates sustainable seafood at approachable prices
Chef Richard Blais Set to Open California English

The celebrity chef is partnering with Longfellow Real Estate Partners on a new concept featuring classic dishes with a SoCal twist
7 Places to Drink During San Diego Beer Week

The annual event is back on November 4 with a stellar lineup of can’t-miss events spread across 10 days
San Diego Food News: Oct. 31 – Nov. 4

The latest in food and drink happenings around town this week
Bankers Hill is Finding its Groove in the Beer Scene

What was once solely a wine-and-cocktails neighborhood is slowly becoming a craft beer destination
San Diego Food News: October 24-28

The latest in food and drink happenings around town this week
SD’s Top Chef Recipes: Chef Anthony Wells’ Biscuit with Smoked Butter

Easy, smokey, and decadent, Juniper and Ivy’s executive chef shares his hit biscuit and smoked butter recipe
FIRST LOOK: Botanica

Get an exclusive look at the new gin-focused restaurant in North Park where dishes come with a side of NFTs
Valle Food & Wine Fest Returns

The annual event is back with a more intimate experience to help preserve the delicate land as an agricultural region
SD Food News: October 17-21

The latest in food and drink happenings around town this week
SD’s Top Chef Recipes: Chef Brian Redzikowski’s Kale Salad

Kettner Exchange’s executive chef shares a quick recipe for those on-the-go with easy-to-make dish
SD’s Top Chef Recipes: Chef Phillip Esteban’s Vegan Sisig

Traditionally made from all the good parts of a pig’s head, this recipe showcases the White Rice founder’s culinary prowess