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Sneak Peek: SOL Markets in Liberty Station
Many of us have gone to a farmer’s market, or been unable to get to one during its prescribed day and hours of operation, and wished there was a farmer’s market in a set location that was open seven days …
The Last Piece of the Del Mar’s Puzzle Is in Place
Over the past several months, I have (along with just about every local food writer) been trying to keep up with all of the HR-related activity going on along the one block of expanse of Camino Del Mar from 15th …
Grindhouse: Cafe Moto
When John and I were having breakfast at the Fig Tree Cafe recently, we noticed this hanging on the wall. While I wouldn't say we're coffee snobs, we do love a good cup. We'll go so far as to roast …
Free Cupcakes Next Wednesday!
How did I find out about Free Cupcakes Next Wednesday? By just about colliding with the guy waving a huge arrow on the corner of 5th and Island. He was advertising Heavenly Cupcake (518 6th Avenue, at Island, downtown, 619-235-9235). …
Soul Food
“As my dad was dying, six years ago,” says Star, “he made me promise that I wouldn’t sell, that I’d keep the place going, as is.” Star Thompson, Ben Chaudoin and I are standing outside the Star Bar (423 E …
There’s a Lot of Nobility to Noble Experiment
Every time I head to Noble Experiment, the cocktail bar hidden behind a false wall of kegs in the back of Neighborhood in the East Village, I drink in the atmosphere before partaking of their liquid wares. With the artwork …
Forbidden Love: Sprinkles Cupcakes
I have a confession to make...I love cupcakes. There, I've said it. I've loved them ever since my mother sent me to kindergarten with a box, homemade and decorated like miniature Easter baskets, with tinted coconut "grass" and jelly bean …
Breakfast on the Patio: The Fig Tree Cafe
John and I were strolling around Pacific Beach a while back when we noticed a crowd of people waiting to get into the Fig Tree Cafe on Cass Street. It was pretty inside, and the menu looked good, but we'd …
Trends: Keep It Close
If you had to pick four letters that spelled out what's happening in our restaurants this coming year, they’re “K.I.S.S.” Yeah, that’s “Keep It Simple, Stupid.” Or maybe that should be “K.I.L.S.” “Keep It Local, Son.” The National Restaurant Association’s …
Catching UP: Urban Plates
The Del Mar Highlands Town Center is undergoing a major facelift, with a newly renovated movie theatre, new shops, and new restaurants. Urban Plates is one of the latest eateries to open there. According to their website, the owners of …
Jesse James Drank Here
Back in the Barrio, heading down Cesar Chavez towards the trolley. Walk past ye olde brick building that was Chuey's bar-eatery for the longest time. 'Course for the last eight years it's been Ryan Brothers' coffee roasting and sipping place …
A Room with a View and Cocktails, Too: Candelas Coronado
It's the last official day of the holiday season, and what better way to show it out than with cocktails and a view. It seems that everyone feels more generous this time of year. Candelas Coronado, at 1201 First Street, …
Former Ritual Tavern Chef Is Off to Liberty Station
If you are a fan of the cuisine at Ritual Tavern, first off, I think you have good taste. Second, be sure to get over there soon. Chef Brandon Brooks has officially tendered his resignation, but his responsibly-sourced cuisine will …
Oceanside to Consider Opening Roads to Gourmet Food Trucks
Oceanside council will discuss amending city code to allow food trucks to operate in the City at a hearing on Wednesday. The order to allow food trucks was first discussed in August after councilmembers Esther Sanchez and Jerry Kern requested …
First of Three New Brian Malarkey Restos Opening January 9
If it seems chef Brian Malarkey is everywhere these days, that’s because he pretty much is. After the runaway success of he and partner James Brennan’s first restaurant, downtown’s Searsucker, the duo moved north to Del Mar Highlands less than …
Sweet: Friday’s the Day
Get your walkin' boots on... At the mouth of the Sweetwater River, in the badlands west of the I-5, National City kinda surprises you with a brand-new facility beside a yacht basin. It’s a place where all the yacht owners …
Dinner at the Movies: Cinepolis Del Mar Luxury Cinema
One of the pleasures of the holiday season is going to see big, loud, explosion-filled action movies. So John and I headed up to Del Mar to see Mission Impossible: Ghost Protocol at Cinepolis Luxury Cinema in the Del Mar …
First Impressions: The Lion's Share
Last month, I was psyched to announce news that The Lion's Share, a craft cocktail lair with a game meat-heavy menu had opened up in downtown's Marina District. The primary fuel for my excitement was the fact the kitchen is …
Let’s Do Lonche
Was talking to Nathalie the other night. She’s one of the waitresses at this li’l ol’ place – the oldest eatery in Old Town, they claim, and I can believe it - La Piñata (2836 Juan Street, Old Town, 619-297-1631). …
New Year Resolution: Less, But Better
New Year’s resolutions could start right here. Mine are simple: One, raw veggies. And two, I swear I’m gonna get out and work off whatever else I eat. Not so much the gym. I mean what’s the point of wasting …