1

For the first time in its 50-year history, Bertrand at Mister A’s is now serving weekend brunch on the wraparound deck.

2

Saltbox at the Hotel Palomar downtown now offers all-you-can-eat mussels on Wednesdays for $19, grilled bread and a beer included.

3

Kelli Crosson was promoted to executive chef at A. R. Valentien recently when Kara Snyder announced a move to Tender Greens.

4

My Big Fat Greek Restaurant is coming soon to Temecula, promising Greek food, live music, and a portion of proceeds donated to local charities.

5

The folks behind Blue Ribbon Artisan Pizza and Craftsman American Tavern in North County will soon open Blue Ribbon Rustic Kitchen in Hillcrest.

6

Amaya La Jolla (a second installment of the Amaya at the Grand del Mar) is under construction on Prospect Street in La Jolla.

7

From the family that brought you Salvatore’s downtown and When in Rome in Encinitas, look for Rosina’s Italian Restaurant to open soon in Santaluz in the former Cavaillon space.

8

The chef behind J Wok opened J&T Thai Street Food in Linda Vista a few months ago and is already making waves for his Thai tea.

9

Sublime Alehouse is coming to the Del Mar space once occupied by Tommy V’s, with a focus on craft beer and comfort food.

10

Abe Froman’s is still bringing sausage to Hillcrest, only under a different name. Salt & Cleaver will debut this spring.