Farming the Future: Aquafarms Cultivate Sustainable Oysters

In Carlsbad, responsible practices put oysters on local tables—and foster cleaner seas
San Diego’s Best Restaurants of 2023

The votes poured in like hard kombucha. Here’s the best of the best of San Diego, according to you (and us)
Kerri Walsh Jennings and the PVF Bring Pro Volleyball to SD

San Diego marks the 6th team announced by the Pro Volleyball Federation and first on the West Coast
7 Essential Tips for Hiking With Kids

Expert advice for keeping your little ones entertained, motivated, and hooked on the great outdoors
Reggaeton Is Having a Moment

Here’s where you can enjoy Latin urban sounds in San Diego
The Future of Housing in the Cardiff Highlands

How building up in a beachside community is helping change the status quo of suburban housing
First Look: Halcyon Hideaway

One of the city’s top commercial real estate brokers debuts a new holistic, design-forward retreat in Joshua Tree
North County is Alive With The Sound of Music

From emo to punk to folk, musicians in North County are turning up the volume
Caring for Home

A severe nursing shortage in Imperial Valley inspires a creative approach at SDSU
How to Stay Safe on San Diego Trails

Expert tips on avoiding outdoor dangers like mountain lions, poisonous plants, and other hazards
Blissed Out in O’Side

The perfect weekend involves e-bikes, live theater, and Handel’s ice cream
Mall Is Not Lost

The return of malls in San Diego County heralds better third places for American teens
Review: Mi Rancho Market

Going beyond carne asada at Escondido’s renowned taco haven
10 San Diego Pools to Meet Your Soulmate

No matter your type, here’s where to fall in love (or at least get over your situationship) this year
10 Things You Should Know About Hard Cider

Everything you thought you knew about cider is probably wrong, including what to call it
North County Restaurants Take San Diegans Around the World

The best spots for casual bites and fine dining in Carlsbad, Oceanside, Encinitas, Solana Beach, and the rest of North County
San Marcos’ New $2 Billion Downtown

Sea Breeze Properties is investing in a vibrant downtown for all of North County, including 3,400 new residential units
Two of San Diego’s Top Chefs Change Kitchens

Mike Reidy departs The Fishery for Callie; The Fishery replaces him with… James Beard nominee Jon Bautista
Behind the Artist: Covering 75’s Celeste Byers

The Golden Hill–based muralist and illustrator discusses the stylistic inspiration behind her recreation of our August 1949 cover
North by North County

We asked readers to submit their best photos of iconic North County spots and compiled them into a sunset-packed photo essay that rivals any Instagram reel
San Diego Events Calendar: May 2023

How to stay busy and important this month in America’s Finest City
Big Things Hatching in NoCo

Executive editor Mateo Hoke celebrates San Diego’s newest baby big bird and shares what to expect from our May North County issue
A Peek Behind the Weed Counter

What’s in a job? We check in with three cannabis budtenders to learn some helpful weed shopping tips and find out what makes their jobs careers
Social Status

With a platinum track under her belt and more music on the way, the Rancho Bernardo artist is making waves thanks to the power of TikTok
First Look: Dockside 1953

The Bahia Resort Hotel unveils a new bayside nautical restaurant that nods to 70 years of San Diego history
16 Great Places to Go Camping in Southern California and Baja

We’ve rounded up sites with the best ocean views, mountain peaks, and desert landscapes