Nothing says Valentine’s Day like a box of chocolates. But, despite your best intentions, a box of mass-produced Russell Stovers from the drug store says all the wrong things. Instead, let me play Cupid. I’ve got a few sweet arrows in my quiver that are sure-fire hits. Want a gift that’s as beautiful and unique […]
Sea of Spectators See What It’s All About
Fans packed the stands behind the 15th green on the South Course at Torrey Pines and lined the ropes that fence off the green and fairway as the group that included Tiger Woods, Rocco Mediate and Anthony Kim approached during Friday’s second round of the Farmers Insurance Open. One young man, probably one of the […]
For Openers, Torrey Pines is Spectacular
Mark Twain once referred to golf as “a good walk spoiled.” Tell that to the thousands of fans who thoroughly enjoyed themselves Thursday walking the grounds of the North and South courses at Torrey Pines for the first round of the Farmers Insurance Open. Spectacular was more like it. The weather was magnificent, the scenery […]
Steaking a Claim at the La Jolla Strip Club
One of the better dining experiences I’ve had in some time came Wednesday night in a most unexpected fashion — while searching for a place to watch the San Diego State-BYU basketball game. After spending the day at Torrey Pines for the Farmers Insurance Open, I joined a couple friends at the La Jolla Hilton […]
Tiger is the Talk of Torrey Pines
The last time Tiger Woods walked the grounds of the Torrey Pines Golf Course was during his 2008 U.S. Open playoff victory. It was just Woods, Rocco Mediate and about 30,000 fans who made the surroundings seem more like a rock concert than a golf tournament. Woods returned Wednesday morning — and so did the […]
Pop Goes the Meal
Pop up restaurants are here today and gone tomorrow. That’s because these eateries are designed for a limited run that allows chefs to flex their creative muscles and push the culinary envelope. Did you see last week’s ‘restaurant wars’ episode of Top Chef All Stars? The cheftestants were challenged to create a pop-up restaurant and the […]
5 to Try: Hot Highway 94 Finds
The Big Apple recently took a bite out of San Diego’s East County in an in-depth New York Post travel article, “Good times in San Diego.” Though they didn’t get to sample Julian’s famous apple pies (Big Apple & apple pies – how almost apropos), the travel editor DID get a taste of some lesser-known, […]
Practice Makes Perfect Day at Torrey Pines
Ben Crane, defending champion of the Farmers Insurance Open, was seemingly everywhere Tuesday at Torrey Pines. Crane joined many of his peers in the morning on the driving range, then he stroked a few putts on the practice green before heading out at noon for a few practice holes on the South Course. Later, Crane made his […]
The Users Guide to Valentine’s Day
Happen to be in the “anti-Valentine’s Day” mindset this year? Looking to impress your new special someone? Want to spice things up and really wow your love? Then check out these Valentine’s Day restaurant recommendations! The Top Spots for Singles, Couples and New Relationships Singles: Sammy’s Woodfired Pizza What better way to spend the holiday […]
Torrey Pines Tees It Up
Monday is always very casual the week of the Farmers Insurance Open at the Torrey Pines Golf Course as final preparations are made for the PGA event. Last-minute touches on the tee boxes, firming up the fairways and grooming the greens is done by the grounds crew. Sponsor booths, souvenir and refreshment stands are loaded […]
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