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Original 40 Brewing Company

Explore our 24 taps that feature a mix of beers designed to pair with our food menu!

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3117 University Ave, San Diego, CA 92104

Phone: (619) 255-7380 | Web: original40brewing.com

Ironside Fish & Oyster

Seafood fare & cocktails offered in a renovated warehouse with quirky, nautical design accents.

1654 India St, San Diego, CA 92101

Phone: (619) 269-3033 | Web: ironsidefishandoyster.com

Born and Raised

Spacious, modern destination for high-end steak & cocktails with glitzy decor & a rooftop patio.

1909 India St, San Diego, CA 92101

Phone: (619) 202-4577 | Web: bornandraisedsteak.com

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Water Grill San Diego

Sophisticated seafood restaurant with extensive raw-bar options & a menu updated daily.

615 J St, San Diego, CA

Kettner Exchange

Eatery for handcrafted cocktails & a creative menu of American dishes with some global flare.

2001 Kettner Blvd, San Diego, CA

Callie

Sophisticated kitchen & bar fixing up Mediterranean plates, set in a classy, contemporary venue.

1195 Island Ave, San Diego, CA

Juniper & Ivy

Spacious, modern restaurant serving imaginative New American fare & drinks in woody, arty surrounds.

2228 Kettner Blvd, San Diego, CA

Hodad’s Downtown

Kitschy local favorite for giant burgers with an array of toppings, plus shakes, onion rings & more.

945 Broadway, San Diego, CA

CUCINA urbana

Reclaimed wood lines this stylish, contemporary Italian restaurant & wine shop with craft cocktails.

505 Laurel St, San Diego, CA

Herb & Wood

Sprawling, upscale locale serving rustic, wood-fired dishes & oldschool cocktails.

2210 Kettner Blvd, San Diego, CA

Trust

Inviting, well-appointed space for seasonally driven New American fare, cocktails & wine.

3752 Park Blvd, San Diego, CA

The Lion’s Share

Intimate, moody bar pairing handcrafted drinks with New American plates featuring exotic meats.

629 Kettner Blvd, San Diego, CA

Animae

Fashionable restaurant showcasing high-end steak & Asian fusion dishes in a luxurious atmosphere.

969 Pacific Hwy, San Diego, CA

May 20

Fiesta del Sol in Solana Beach

Fiesta del Sol in Solana Beach features live music, an arts & crafts fair, children’s activities, an international food court, and a beer & wine garden. Learn more at fiestadelsol.net.

May 21

Kex Fest

An all-inclusive culinary exploration through cuisine, spirits, wine, beer, and good company. We invite you to Kettner Exchange for our 5th annual food and spirits festival. Through fresh ingredients and inventive libations, we welcome you to travel the world and engage your palate. Tickets and details at venno.com.

Jun 7

2023 San Diego County Fair

San Diego’s annual county fair is the largest fair in California, offering a variety of food, entertainment, exhibits, rides & games throughout the beautiful and historical Del Mar Fairgrounds in the oceanfront village of Del Mar. Learn more at sandiego.org.

Jun 10

San Diego Brew Festival

The 12th annual San Diego Brew Festival finally returns! The event will feature over 70 breweries, 200 beers, 10 of San Diego’s best food trucks as well as cover bands and lawn games. The 2023 SD Brew Fest will take place at NTC Park from noon to 4pm. For details, visit www. sandiegobeerfest.com.

Jul 15

San Diego Pride Festival

The Pride Festival is San Diego’s largest 2-day event highlighting the best in LGBTQ entertainment, interactive exhibits, cultural presentations, and community resources. Learn more at sdpride.org.

Aug 13

Hillcrest CityFest

Our annual celebration of community spirit will feature live bands, electric dance music DJs, arts, crafts, and food that attracts over 150,000+ visitors from San Diego and Southern California! This is San Diego’s LARGEST and BEST art and music festival-- stretching nearly half a mile in size on over 9 city blocks! Learn more at fabuloushillcrest.com.

Aug 26

In The Air Tonight: A Symphony Celebration of Genesis

Phil Collins’s one-of-a-kind drum work and songwriting have left an enduring mark on music. With the mega-band Genesis and his numerous solo hits, Phil Collins—along with bandmates Tony Banks and Mike Rutherford—penned unforgettable hits that changed the landscape of rock and pop music.

This symphonic tribute features two vocalists and the set list includes hits such as “Follow You Follow Me,” “Abacab,” “I Missed Again,” “Turn It on Again,” “Sussudio,” “One More Night,” “Take Me Home,” “Two Hearts,” and the iconic “In the Air Tonight.” Stuart Chafetz conducts. Details at dosd.com. Please note: neither Phil Collins, Peter Gabriel nor any past member of Genesis will be appearing at this concert.

Sep 15

Casino di Piazza

In partnership with Vici Luxury Rentals, the evening will feature craft cocktails, light hors d’oeuvres, live music, Blackjack, Craps and Roulette under the stars. Dress to impress in your very best cocktail or black tie attire as you enjoy every detail carefully curated to give guests the most authentic Italian garden casino experience. Visit littleitalysd.com.

OCT 7

Mira Mesa Street Fair

Enjoy a fun filled festival atmosphere that is the perfect mix of entertainment, food and exhibitors. Displays include Arts & Crafts vendors, local businesses and civic groups. Learn more at miramesatowncouncil.org.

Nov 8

San Diego Bay Wine & Food Festival

Welcome to the San Diego Bay Wine & Food Festival, where sailboats and sandy beaches serve as the backdrop to one of the country’s most talked about weeks in food. Featuring dozens of events, hundreds of domestic and international wineries, the celebration of craft beer and spirits, local culinary legends and nationally acclaimed chefs. Learn more at sandiegowineclassic.com.

Dec 3

La Jolla Christmas Parade & Holiday Festival

Marching bands, floats, equestrians, vintage automobiles and more parade down the streets of La Jolla. The parade ends with a holiday festival featuring craft booths, carnival rides, food, entertainment and a tree lighting ceremony. Learn more at ljparade.com.

Mar 17

San Diego St. Paddy’s Day Music + Beer Festival

Gaslamp Quarter in San Diego turns green as the Shamrock party takes to the streets with dozens of musical acts on multiple stages. Beer gardens, food vendors and fun are in store at this ticketed event. Learn more at seecalifornia.com.

Apr 2024 TBD

Color Fun Fest - San Diego

Less about your 10-minute-mile and more about having the time of your life, The Color Run is a five-kilometer, un-timed event in which thousands of participants, or “Color Runners”, are doused from head to toe in different colors at each kilometer.’ The world’s first COLOR 5K™ and COLOR DASH event. Tickets and details at sandiego.org.

With lodging, food and entertainment all included in one price, choosing to do a vacation on a cruise gives great value. Traveling on the sea can be extremely fun, but it is important to choose the correct cruise line. If you’re going to spend a lot of your vacation time on a cruise ship, it may as well be one of luxury. Thankfully, there’s many luxury cruise lines ready to cater to your every whim while ferrying you to and from some of the world’s most mesmerizing destinations in plush comfort. Some offer exotic voyages to faraway destinations, while others attract travelers with comfortable cabins and stimulating enrichment programs. Use this guide as a starting point to find out which luxury cruise fits best for your next vacation.

We made a list that factors in itinerary affordability, health ratings, and reputation among experts and travelers.

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Silversea Oceania Regent Seven Seas Seabourn

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