Downtown Chula Vista’s Glow Up
The South Bay neighborhood can’t escape its past—and that’s a good thing for the local food scene with billon-dollar plans on the way
How San Diego Became a Disaster Zone
Stormwater infrastructure, maintenance delays, atmospheric rivers, and alert systems—analyzing how southeast SD got hit so hard by flooding
CBP App Wreaks Havoc for Migrants in San Diego and TJ
Billed as a way for asylum seekers to secure appointments, the CBP One app is instead marked by long wait times and biased requirements
Essay: Embracing My Nipple Hair
Contributor Mara Altman reflects on the stigma around women’s body hair
3 San Diego Things We’re Loving This January
Give your body some TLC with silicone-free shampoo, a spiritual massage, and a habit-breaking mani this month
15 of the Best San Diego Food & Drinks to Try This January
Each month, the SDM staff eats their way through the city—here are all of our favorite sips and bites
San Diego Mag’s Ultimate Spa Guide, 2024
Our annual spa spectacular rounds up the city’s top spots to work out all the knots
I Tried It: Does Cosmetic Acupuncture Actually Work?
We checked out holistic North Park spa Oh Glory to find out if needles could boost our skincare routine
20 of the Best New Restaurants in San Diego 2023
From world-famous hot pot to a tiny fish shop, food critic Troy Johnson names his top new eateries of the year
The Biggest San Diego Dining Trends of 2023
Hot new neighborhoods, bakeries’ golden era, and maximalist design—here’s what reigned and what’s next for ’24
5 San Diego and Tijuana Artists Who Inspired Us in 2023
These visionary locals helped spark our creativity this year—and they’re just getting started
Healing Slab City
Searching for lost soldiers in the lawless California desert town, hoping to reconnect veterans with benefits
Every Good Thing the SDM Staff Ate in 2023
Our complete list of monthly food and beverage picks chosen by SDM staffers, top chefs, and notable locals
San Diego Neighborhood Guide: Ocean Beach
Where to shop, eat, and play in the bohemian beach town
Review: Del Mar’s Steak 48
San Diego’s big new steakhouse is hot, cold, and extremely at your service
Where to Get Takeout or Dine-in Christmas Dinner in San Diego 2023
Celebrate the season with these 25 restaurants offering holiday specials, prix-fixe menus, and more
Home + Design Awards Voting 2024
Help us recognize the city’s most talented local interior designers, architects, landscapers, craftspeople, builders, and home service experts
Staff Picks: Our Favorite Articles of 2023
We asked our team to choose the best stories of the year—here are their picks
The Top 9 Must-Visit Breweries in Baja California
The ultimate guide to the percolating beer scene south of the border
San Diego Arts Preview 2024: Art Exhibitions, Shows, & More
Highlighting the most colorful exhibitions, plays, concerts, festivals, and events coming next year
Editor’s Note: Little, Magic, Time-Traveling Works of Art
A look inside this month’s issue where we talk art conservation, Tijuana’s art scene, and local hip-hop roots
Harvesting Heritage at Arizona’s Indigenous-Owned Farms
In The Grand Canyon state, farms growing heirloom crops are preserving Native history while offering a window to the future
Callie’s General Manager Has the Mother of All Resumes
Ann Sim partnered with chef Travis Swikard to build a million-dollar baby—and now they’re doing it again
America’s Finest Holiday Gift Guide 2023: 77 Unique Ideas
The best local products and national must-haves for your loved ones this holiday season
I Tried It: Running With a US Gold Medalist
SDM’s managing digital editor enlists pro athlete Chari Hawkins to help her find her stride again
Finding Home at MAKE Café in North Park
The immigrant-staffed restaurant & workforce program crafts some of SD’s most authentic international dishes
