Kelly Twichel and Lauren Kimmons are two accomplished San Diego entrepreneurs with a deep love for this region and an abiding desire to help visitors enjoy everything the city has to offer. They have something else in common as well: The pair’s respective companies, Access Trax and Pop Up Picnic Co., were both part of the San Diego […]
More than 20 can’t miss San Diego milestone celebrations in summer 2024
More than 20 San Diego icons, including family attractions, award-winning dining gems, prestigious arts and culture institutions, historic facilities, popular events and parades are planning spirited anniversary festivities. San Diego institutions, attractions, and events commemorating major milestones this year, ranging from 5 years to 150 years of operation, include: Fifth Anniversaries San Diego Seals Lacrosse […]
Celebrate Pride Month with the Best Baja Specialties at Ortega’s, a Mexican Bistro in Hillcrest
From patrolling San Diego’s streets as a onetime cop to bestowing the eats that keep customers flocking back to his Hillcrest restaurant, John Haugland has had quite the career journey. And those who frequent Ortega’s, A Mexican Bistro, for the place’s singular Baja specialties are glad he made the trip. So is Haugland, who treasures […]
Celebrating Asian-Pacific Heritage: A Taste of Culture with Cristian Liang
Cristian Liang is a San Diego restaurant owner who embodies the cultural richness of our region. He’s an Asian-American entrepreneur who was born across the border in Baja California and now co-owns a trio of popular pan-Asian eateries in San Diego: Common Theory Public House, Realm of the 52 Remedies and Woomiok. To mark Asian […]
Mya’s Catering Company is a Successful Woman Owned Business in San Diego
A love for family and San Diego is baked into every bite at Mya’s Catering Co., a small business that’s beginning to make a big splash around the region. Founder and San Diego native Amaya Ford-Marrs draws inspiration for her delectable cookies and other confections from family tradition and the embrace of a caring community. […]
Kebab Craft a thriving Black-owned business in San Diego
With its menu of fresh and delicious Mediterranean specialties, Kebab Craft – a member of the SDTA’s 2023-24 Tourism Accelerator class — has made a major splash at San Diego’s Liberty Public Market. As Black History Month unfolds, we chatted with co-founder (and San Diego native) Shannon Salhany about the inspirations behind the business, where she […]
What’s New and Notable in San Diego This Holiday Season!
A look at the latest openings, happenings and other big developments on the San Diego tourism scene for late 2023 and early 2024:
My Happy Place is…The San Diego Coastline
The mission of Ocean Connectors is to educate, inspire and connect underserved youth with Pacific Ocean coastal communities. As executive director, Janaira Quigley helps lead the vision. A primary goal: Cultivate a future generation of passionate, globally-aware, and empowered coastal residents who take active steps to enjoy and protect ocean health. How do you start […]
San Diego flies the Pride flag high in July with a weeklong celebration
All year long, San Diego supports and celebrates the rich cultural tapestry of its community and neighborhoods. And during July, San Diego’s fabulousness shines bright for San Diego Pride 2023. Here’s a look at what’s happening. San Diego Pride Held July 8-16 this year, the annual event attracts more than 250,000 attendees and is the largest civic […]
My Happy Place is…La Jolla with Bianca Beale
Bianca Beale knows lots of details about the region. She owns So Diego, a tour and experience planning company operating all over the county. Her happy place is La Jolla. One of the most desirable neighborhoods in San Diego, La Jolla is rich in culture and history. Beale says both locals and visitors can benefit […]