Have a Beer with Ex-Stone Brewmaster Mitch Steele
The San Diego beer veteran is off to new adventures
FIRST LOOK: Isola Pizza Bar
A hit in Little Italy, Neapolitan pizza joint doubles down in La Jolla
The Insiders’ Guide to Tales of the Cocktail
San Diego bartenders share their experiences at the iconic annual event
Mess Hall Is Ambitiously In-The-Now
The concept of Liberty Public Market’s signature restaurant pays off well, when it pays off.
10 Hot Plates
San Diego restaurant rumors, openings, & coming-soons in August
La Vida Vegan: A Slice of Pizza Heaven
The Dish: Soyrizo, butternut squash, and Yukon potato pizza The Spot: Zia Gourmet Pizza, 3311 Adams Avenue, Normal Heights The Scene: Located in the heart of the Adams Avenue business district, Zia is casual, and what first stood out was the big smile that greeted us. The owner, Khaled, was very welcoming and immediately started […]
The Hot New Restaurant Trend Catching Fire in San Diego
The newest menu muse for chefs and restaurateurs? Fire!
Sweet Spot: The Most Decadent Ice Cream Sandwich Yet
Scooped by MooTime uses chewy cereal squares for the traditional summer treat
An Iconic San Diego Eatery Gets a $2.5 Million Makeover
The Grill at The Lodge at Torrey Pines debuts a new look
Very Important Taco: Fish Taco at El Toro Del Cerro Taco Shop
Exploring an oasis in the Mexican food desert north of SDSU
How to Host a Beer Tasting Party
5 steps to getting out of your comfort zone and surprising yourself
Meet the Bartender: Meghan Balser
You can find her at Seven Grand, Trust, and the upcoming Craft at the Cove. Just don’t order a Long Island Iced Tea
July’s Best Food & Drink Events
San Diego Summer Feast at Suzie’s Farm, Coronado Brewing Company’s 20th Anniversary, and Café Gratitude’s “We Are One” Block Party
Best Things I Ate This Month: July 2016
Chicken and Dumplings at Mess Hall, Beef Tallow at your house, and Abalone Tostada at Manzanilla
Crowning San Diego’s Best Tiki Cocktails
The Tiki Oasis cocktail challenge asks bartenders to honor the genre, but also get creative
Welcome to North Park’s Newest Brewery
San Diego’s beer mecca gets a new addition with North Park Beer Co.
FIRST LOOK: Pacific Standard
Exec chef and Top Cheffer Giselle Wellman comes home
Where’s the Beef?
The closure of Wellington Steakhouse may be a sign of the world to come
Lightning Brewery Makes Beers Perfect for Summer
Chill out with some fruit-enhanced brews at the Poway tasting room
Game On
The world needs Chuck E Cheeses for craft culture
Three Cocktails to Try This Summer
New drinks from Carnitas’ Snack Shack and Cucina Enoteca, plus a true classic at Pardon My French
Expand Your Palate with These Barrel-Aged Beers
Lay some bottles down now: cellar-brate later!
Dear Tostada, I’m Sorry
A journey through Baja to find tostada enlightenment
The Simple Joy of an Aperol Spritz
How to DIY Italy’s favorite cocktail and where to find it in San Diego
Restaurant Review: Trust
Chef Brad Wise and Trust are two reasons to return to Hillcrest
La Vida Vegan: Green Acai Bowl from Seaside Smoothie & Juice Bar
The Dish: Green acai bowl, blended with apple juice, banana, and kale, topped with strawberries, kiwi, coconut, and granola The Spot: Seaside Smoothie & Juice Bar, 5509 La Jolla Boulevard, Bird Rock The Scene: Breakfast by the beach is a go-to for our family once the summer months hit. Seaside Smoothie & Juice Bar is […]
