Mulled Mead Glows Up

Meadiocrity Mead’s glühmet, or mulled mead, is a unique treat for blustery days
Scout’s Honor at The Nolen

This limited-edition cocktail invokes the cozy feeling of fires and melted marshmallows
Very Important Taco: Pork Birria and Funghi Ranchero Tacos

A mobile caterer brings a taste of ‘grandmother’s cooking’ and Michoacan to venues throughout San Diego
Finding Sanctuary at The Lost Abbey

A new tasting room in San Elijo Hills pours old favorites
Serẽa’s Sustainable Seafood Menu Is Admirable, but Lacks Side Dishes

Fresh, local seafood isn’t cheap at this fine-dining restaurant at the historical Hotel Del
The Contender: Canyon Sports Pub & Grill

A zero-frills watering hole in Chula Vista has a little magic with its Buffalo-style wings
Where to Drink Craft Beer in Tijuana

San Diego’s sister city is brewing world-class craft beer just a few miles from home
Rare Society Opens in Hillcrest, Double Standard Closes in Gaslamp

Plus Chad White returns to San Diego for a special dinner series and more San Diego restaurant news
The Best Food and Drink Events In November and December

San Diego Bay Wine & Food Festival, Chefsgiving, and Wreaths Across America
Eat This, Drink That: November 2019

Octopus at Serea, California Citrus kombucha from MightyBooch, and Philly cheesesteak at Gaglione Brothers
First Look: Park Commons

Fast Times at Ridgemont High meets the gourmet generation at Sorrento Valley’s new food hall
This Beer Influencer Wants You to Diversify Your Palate

Brandon Montgomery harnesses global data to promote diversity in craft beer
Very Important Taco: Chicken and Carnitas Tacos at Las Cuatro Milpas

There’s a reason why there’s always a line outside of this Barrio Logan institution
International Smoke’s Pear of Thieves is a Perfect Fall Cocktail

Pears are in season and pair nicely with booze
7 San Diego Breweries Stand Out with Dishes That Go Beyond Bar Food

It’s not just about what’s in the keg—these breweries also know what they’re doing in the kitchen
Top Shelf: The Queen of Crowns at Madison

This drink is so mystical that its key ingredient required the light of a full moon
The Contender: Royal Mandarin

The salt-and-pepper wings at National City favorite will knock your socks off
Brian Malarkey’s Newest Restaurant, Herb & Sea, Debuts Next Week

Plus more food news and events to kick off November
A Brewery With A Cause: Rouleur Brewing

Rouleur Brewing Company brews collaboration beer with Padres Pedal the Cause
Four Types of Foodies

From truffle-sniffers to food truck warriors, here are a few of the people I’ve met
San Diego Bars Serve Up Spooky Halloween Cocktails

Kindred’s Horrorchata, a Get Out-inspired Froot Loops concoction, Grant Grill’s Smashing Pumpkin and more
The Best Events During Beer Week 2019

Where to go, who to see, and what to drink during San Diego Beer Week
Taking On the $44 Grilled Cheese at Pamplemousse Grille

Coming to terms with the most expensive grilled cheese on the planet by Chef Jeffrey Strauss
The Contender: Dirty Birds

With 30-plus sauces, the P.B. success story is in the running for best wings
Eppig Brewing Moves to Vista

The three-year-old brewery expands brewing capacity and footprint at new North County headquarters
Rob Ruiz Closes Land & Water Co., and a Valle Grand Opening

Plus more food news in San Diego for October