Unhinged, A Dating Series: Pain, Shame, & Redemption

Columnist Nicolle Monico reflects on a toxic relationship—and the wonder of finding something so much better
Big Changes Coming to Market on 8th

National City’s food hub is now under new ownership, with a near-full reset of restaurants
One of the World’s Fastest-Growing Digital Agencies is in SD

The founders of CourtAvenue discuss their quick rise to the top and what the future holds for the international company
San Diego Neighborhood Guide: South Park

Where to eat, shop, and explore in this quaint and charming San Diego neighborhood
Poets Turn a City Heights Street into Interactive Art

With Memoria Terra, artist Shinpei Takeda and five young writers consider the area’s ongoing gentrification
13 Things to Do in San Diego This Weekend: August 15–18

Explore innovative new exhibitions at ICA North, journey back in time with the Moxie Theatre’s “Cleopatra,” and savor sourness at Chula Vista’s Lemon Festival
Fish to Families Battles Food Insecurity With Seafood

The local nonprofit launched during the pandemic but hopes to continue tackling the issue through grants and donations
Rebuilding Lives: Solving Homelessness and Addiction in San Diego

Solving the homelessness crisis in San Diego requires not only proven solutions but also the commitment to meet every individual in need with compassion and practical support.
Where to Run on a Track in San Diego

While there’s a dearth of public tracks in the city, runners hoping to measure their meters do have a few options
17 of San Diego’s Best Tennis Courts and Clubs

With or without a membership, whatever kind of court you’re looking for—hard, clay, lighted—you’re bound to find the perfect match.
Del Mar Wine + Food Festival 2024: Everything You Need to Know

Get the low-down on tickets, parking, and celeb appearances in this guide to San Diego’s premier foodie fest
First Look: Michelin-Starred Drew Deckman Opens 31ThirtyOne

Two friends sit in a restaurant before it opens and talk about dreams and shamans and the dismantling of ego
Cash & Carry Markets Bring International Flavors Home

For immigrant communities in San Diego, these markets offer a taste of the familiar
New Housing Developments, Same Old OB Blues

With denser living on the horizon, what does the future hold for this historically eclectic ’hood?
25 of the Best Free Things to Do in San Diego

Explore the city’s outdoor and cultural spaces without breaking the bank
Rebuilding Lahaina

A year after devastating fires, recovery efforts are ahead of schedule, but Maui is still figuring out what’s next
Unhinged, A Dating Series: Dating Women When You Don’t “Look Gay”

Lesbian writer and SDM editor Amelia Rodriguez takes over the column this week to offer tips for combatting the dreaded femme invisibility
A Nice Bar Is Coming To North Park

The concept by owner Anthony Viveros opens early next year in the former Aburi Sushi spot at Upas and 30th
The Locals’ Guide to La Mesa

What to eat, see, and do in the place known for garage sales, craft beer geeks, and dogs with Instagram accounts
First Look: Haven Farm + Table in Encinitas

Diners at the Encinitas restaurant will eat veggie-driven dishes mere feet from the farm where the produce is grown
The Health Care Violence Epidemic

Health care workers aim to help those who hurt, without being hurt themselves.
First Look: Ponyboy at The Pearl Hotel

Addison alums bring midcentury glamour and cuisine to the former Charles + Dinorah space
16 Things to Do in San Diego This Weekend: August 8–11

Groove to reggae tunes at Island Vibe and SummerSplash; shop local arts, crafts, and clothing with San Diego Made; and party in Hillcrest at CityFest
3 Julian Hikes to Explore This Fall

Grab a friend and head to the mountains to check out these easy to moderate treks in East County
The Locals’ Guide to the Encanto Neighborhood

What to eat, see, and do in the place known for backyard BBQs that deserve a Michelin star and San Diego’s Black Arts & Culture District
Holden Timeless Beauty: Leading the Way in Medical Aesthetics for San Diego’s Celebrities

Focused on education, excellence, and inspiring confidence, HTB empowers individuals to age gracefully and hold time back.