As craft beer has boomed in San Diego, and local brewers have become celebrated around the world, the thirst for brewery amenities here has expanded, too. Thanks to local pioneers who brought craft beer out of the industrial park and into the mainstream, today’s craft fans crave a heightened experience. And beyond high-quality beer and […]
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 […]
Filipino Dining Delights in National City
Mabuhay! That’s Tagalog for “cheers” or “welcome.” When you visit National City, south of downtown San Diego, you’ll indeed feel welcome to this tight-knit community that celebrates its rich Filipino heritage.
There’s no better way to experience San Diego’s Filipino culture than through its mouthwatering food. Following are a few of my favorite, tried and true restaurants to try, plus a couple bakeries to satisfy those sweet cravings.
National Dessert Day in San Diego: All Desserts, All the Time
Life in San Diego is sweet, and not just because of the great weather. Today is National Dessert Day, but you don’t need an excuse to indulge in the delicious treats from these dessert-first restaurants.
San Diego Restaurant Week 2013 Preview
From January 13 – 18, 2013, diners can enjoy a six-day exploration of the region’s exciting dining scene for a fraction of the normal expense. More than 180 participation restaurants will offer special three-course, prix fixe dinner menus for just $20, $30 or $40 per person (beverages, tax and gratuity not included) and two-course, prix-fixe lunch menus for just $10, $15 or $20 per person. Here’s a sneak peek at some notable menus.
September Restaurant Week 2011 Extended
Did you want to try second restaurant or did procrastinate for too long and now can’t get a reservation for the last night of restaurant week? Well fear not, San Diego Restaurant Week has been extended for a second week running from September 25th to the 30th, 2011. Now you have no excuse. If you […]
Restaurant Week Picks: Explore North County’s California Cuisine
The birthplace of California Cuisine may be attributed to Berkeley, but San Diego chefs are pushing the envelope of culinary innovation, fusing the freshest local ingredients with unexpected influences, and creating dishes that are as unique as the destination itself. Restaurant Week is the perfect opportunity to take in some of the freshest and most […]
Restaurant Week Picks: (Re)discover Some San Diego Gems
Having moved back to San Diego last year, I am still exploring the San Diego culinary scene. A foodie at heart, I look forward to experiencing some San Diego dining hot spots, revisiting well-known establishments, and discovering local gems during this year’s San Diego Restaurant Week. Here are my top picks: Kensington Grill My number […]
OB Hodad Burgers Invade Downtown
After starring on Guy Fieri’s Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives (check out the video), the local favorite Hodad’s became an everyone favorite. With its new-found celebrity, the popular Hodad burger expanded into downtown San Diego. The new location brings all of the fun (no shoes, no shirts, no problem) and interior design of OB into downtown. […]
Little Britain at Shakespeares Pub & Grille
Getting to the UK can be a little difficult when all you want is a good pint with some fish and chips (though that will become easier when British Airways starts a non-stop flight from London to San Diego in June). Luckily, just on the edge of Little Italy sits the Shakespeare Pub & Grille […]