The Top 20: Best New San Diego Restaurants of 2024
With new sushi, sweets, cocktail meccas, pink towers, and French feasts—this was a big year for food
13 Things to Do in San Diego This Weekend Dec. 24-30
Dine out for a Christmas brunch at Ember & Rye, blow out the candles for Jimmy Buffet at Belly Up, and go full country at the Wild Horses Festival
Help Shape San Diego’s Clean Energy Future
Take San Diego Community Power’s Customer Feedback Survey for a Chance to Win $500!
Photos: Arc of San Diego’s 2024 Winter Wonderland Fashion Show
The annual event raised funds to support the nonprofit’s programs for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities
Where to Celebrate New Years Eve in San Diego, 2024
From elegant dinners to lively countdown celebrations, here are the best ways to welcome 2025
25 of Our Favorite Stories from 2024
A look back at some of the best articles from the year including stories on the city’s food, fitness, wellness, sports, and art scenes
From Iran With Love
Chef Francesca Marjan Pourfard’s pop-up series blends family history with Persian flavors
Cherry Blossom Festival at the Japnaese Friendship Garden & Museum
Come celebrate the 20th anniversary of the Cherry Blossom Festival at JFGM
A Healthy Holiday Brunch
Tasty recipes to start your holiday off right.
Unhinged, A Dating Series: 8 of the Best Dating Stories of 2024
A look back at columnist Nicolle Monico’s favorite articles and interviews of this past year
The 10 Biggest Highlights in San Diego Sports, 2024
From soccer star Alex Morgan’s retirement to SDFC’s first star player announcement, here are the city’s most memorable athletic happenings
The Jetty To Open in Former Voltaire Beach House Location
Headed by two longtime local hospitality professionals, the Ocean Beach pub and lounge hopes to open in early spring 2025
15 Must-Try Meals From San Diego Restaurants This Year
Each month, the SDM staff rounds up our favorite eats in the city—here are the ones that topped our list in 2024
Sneak Peek: Chef Brad Wise’s A’L’ouest Coming to North Park
The name behind restaurants like Fort Oak & Rare Society unveils the plans for his new French spot on 30th and University
14 Things to Do in San Diego This Weekend: Dec. 18–22
Eat a beachside brunch at Duck Dive, have a country Christmas with Sara Petite at The Casbah, and watch a holiday marathon of The Office at Rooftop Cinema Club
Make Holiday Fitness Fun
Don’t wait until the new year to work out.
New York-Style Bagel Shop Opening in North Park
Marigold Bagels is moving from pop-ups to a permanent location in mid-2025
In City Heights, a Tutoring Org Changes Refugee Lives
Volunteers meet with students twice a week to help them reach grade level in math, English, and more
Moniker General Outpost Soft Opens in North Park
The hybrid cafe-store hopes to become a community gathering space for the eastern end of the neighborhood
Where to Get Gluten-Free Pastries in San Diego
No wheat, no problem at these seven locales around town offering fully allergy-free treats and baked goods
Healthy Holiday Eats
Easy swaps to up the health factor of your favorite foods without sacrificing taste.
San Diego FC’s First-Ever Jerseys are Here
The new kits mark a milestone for the team and for San Diego
New Low- & No-Alcohol Drink Brand Launches in San Diego
Nunya Beverages offers zero percent to four percent beverages for the sober curious
3 San Diego Hikes to Wow Your Out-of-Town Guests
When friends and family come to visit, check out these local hikes offering
By the Numbers: What San Diegans Donated in 2024
We took a look at what locals gave to to the community this year—here’s how the city fared
16 Things to Do in San Diego This Weekend: December 12-15
Feel the holiday spirit at Jingle Terrace Live, enjoy brunch with a side of waves, and watch adorable dogs paw their way through the Gaslamp
