Publisher’s Note: May 2022

Publisher Troy Johnson reflects on coming around on North County
The Stepsister Team Crafting Cool, Sustainable Tile in Mira Mesa

Livden is leading the way with of-the-moment tiles made from recycled materials
How Mariah Hoffman Built Her Dream Tiny Home by Hand in Lemon Grove

Plus, eight essential items that help her get into a creative headspace
This New Arts Collective in Mira Mesa Is Carving Out a Space for Neurodivergent Creators

Social Dropouts Collective is putting a modern spin on maker spaces
Dr. Bronner’s Has Some Words About Cannabis and Hemp Laws

The Vista family business is launching a special-edition soap to raise awareness of regenerative practices
Publisher’s Note: April 2022

Publisher Troy Johnson on the pleasures of getting lost in San Diego
San Diego–Based Muralist Celeste Byers Spills on Her Career and a Few of Her Favorite Things

Byers has created over 75 murals across seven countries
The Best-Selling Card Games You Didn’t Know Were from San Diego

The origin story behind DSS Games, creators of Drunk, Stoned or Stupid
You Can See This Textile Artist at Work This Month at the Mingei International Museum

Denja Harris talks about her love for “painting with fabric” and prepping for her first workshop demonstration ever
Publisher’s Note: March 2022

Publisher Troy Johnson on returning to the San Diego Magazine offices
Self-Love Activist Femi Olafioye-Omogbehin’s 8 Essential Items

Her favorites for treating yourself
Expert Advice: The Must-Dos of Online Dating

Local sociologist and intimacy speaker Dr. Jenn Gunsaullus shares 3 essential tips
Dating After Divorce: One Local Shares Her First Experience on Dating Apps

Plus, readers tell us how they met their match!
Letter from the Editor: Rise and Shine

Editor in Chief Marie Tutko dishes on the February issue of San Diego Magazine
8 Items Communal Owner Jen Byard Has to Have

From home decor to stationery, these are her favorite things
70 & Sunny: Adrian and Richard

Two San Diegans, decades apart, talk about goals and their favorite hobbies
How a Time-Saving Side Project Became a Multibillion-Dollar Platform

The details on ClickUp’s major success story
San Diego’s Mariel Molino Is an Underestimated Player in ABC’s ‘Promised Land’

The Mexican American actress talks with us about her new show and how she launched her career
Libélula Books & Co. Creates a Safe Space for Literacy and Arts Education

Co-owners Jesi Gutierrez and Celi Hernandez share how they brought their vision to life
Publisher’s Note: January 2022

Publisher Troy Johnson on the year ahead for San Diego Magazine
Letter from the Editor: Total Refresh

Editor in Chief Marie Tutko dishes on the January issue of San Diego Magazine
70 & Sunny: Lyn and Hugo

Two San Diegans, decades apart, talk about about traditions and travels
Behind the curtain with Golden State Ballet dancer Tylor Bradshaw

Read what it takes to prepare for the ballet company’s inaugural performance of The Nutcracker
8 Items Textured Waves Cofounder Danielle Black Lyons Has to Have

From surf essentials to skin care, these are her favorite things
Letter from the Editor: Holiday Magic

Editor in Chief Marie Tutko dishes on the December issue of San Diego Magazine
70 & Sunny: Maddy and Theresa

Two San Diegans, decades apart, talk about helping others and who inspires them