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Cardiff, CA · Food & Drink
allamericanatlas.com
5 Mom and Pop Restaurants in El Cajon, California that Locals Swear By
El Cajon, California — a city where the foothills cradle neighborhoods in golden light, where the laughter of families mingles with the hum of students and the quiet pride of old-timers, where the scent of carne asada and fresh tortillas drifts through the evening air. Here, the architecture is a patchwork: stucco bungalows, sun-warmed strip malls, and the ever-present sprawl of wild sage and bougainvillea. El Cajon is a crossroads — of cultures, of generations, of those who’ve called this patch of East County home for decades and those who arrived chasing the promise of sun and community.
Times of San Diego
Passion for the pour: Chef Erin Sealy brings wine and food together in PB
Wine Pairs Events, a culinary experience that brings thoughtfully prepared food together with carefully selected wines, is coming to Pacific Beach on Oct. 20. Whether you’re a seasoned wine enthusiast, just beginning to explore wine, or simply looking for an intimate evening of exceptional flavors, chef Erin Sealy invites you to take a seat at her table at Drift Cafe.
fastfoodclub.com
Hash Browns At Midnight Feel Like A Trip Back In Time At This Circa-1949 Diner In San Diego, California
The clock says midnight, the city is winding down, and somewhere on a busy boulevard in San Diego a plate of hash browns is heading to a booth. That is not a rare event here. It happens every single night, all year long, because this diner never locks its doors. It has been feeding people since around 1949, back when a cup of coffee and a counter seat were the cure for almost anything.
sandiegoville.com
Stone Brewing’s Founders Sold Out for $165 Million, Then Sold Their Distribution Empire, Now They’re Coming Back to Save Their Escondido Landmark
After cashing out of the craft beer company they built and watching its iconic Escondido headquarters face closure under corporate ownership, Stone Brewing founders Greg Koch and Steve Wagner are returning to the sprawling restaurant and beer garden that helped define San Diego’s brewing culture. But their comeback comes with an uncomfortable dose of irony: the men who once championed independence and railed against corporate beer acquisitions are now attempting to rescue a landmark caught in the aftermath of their own multimillion-dollar exit.
NBC San Diego
Bounced paychecks leave Del Mar restaurant workers struggling to pay bills
Employees at Jimmy O's, a popular bar and restaurant in Del Mar, say repeated bounced paychecks have left them struggling to pay rent, buy groceries and cover basic expenses. Two workers are now pursuing wage theft claims with the state. The employees say Jimmy O's closed on Oct. 5 and...
whatnow.com
Coast Coffee Co. to Return to Carlsbad
A beloved North County coffee concept is making its comeback in Carlsbad. According to public permits, Coast Coffee Co. plans to open at 2525 El Camino Real, Suite 131B. Coast Coffee Co. is known for its approachable, coastal café atmosphere and premium fair-trade Arabica coffee beans. According to its...
hoodline.com
Former Jimmy O’s Employees Pursue Wage Claims After Check Problems
Jimmy O’s, a Del Mar bar and restaurant, closed Oct. 5 and had not reopened as of the week of NBC 7’s report. The station reported that two former employees are pursuing state wage claims over pay they say they did not receive. NBC 7 said it sought comment from the restaurant’s ownership multiple times but had no response by its reporting deadline: NBC 7 San Diego.
familydestinationsguide.com
You’ll Feel Like You’ve Traveled Back In Time At These 10 Old-Fashioned California Diners
Ready to discover the most old-fashioned diners in California that take you straight back to the 1950s?. These 10 diners serve up timeless comfort food and a serious helping of nostalgia!. 1. Rudford’s Restaurant (San Diego) There’s a certain kind of diner that doesn’t need to try very hard...
Times of San Diego
San Diego’s events economy is creating new opportunities for bartenders — from weddings to corporate parties
San Diego is known for its beautiful coastline, outdoor venues, vibrant hospitality scene and year-round opportunities to celebrate special occasions. From beachfront weddings and private parties to business conferences and corporate celebrations, the city hosts a wide range of events that bring people together. And behind many of these experiences...
KPBS
What makes a great dive bar? 5 San Diego favorites
Jakob McWhinney is an education reporter at Voice of San Diego and the co-host of the weekly VOSD Podcast. He's also a passionate explorer of San Diego's local dive bar scene. "A dive bar at its best is not just a place that you can get a cheap drink," Jakob said. "It's a place where you can be a regular, you can be known, where you can walk in and everybody will know your name, right? That's like the ideal of a place, and those are the places that I think really build community."
northcountydailystar.com
State Street Farmers Market – Fall Favorites Are Filling the Farmers Market
The weather is finally starting to feel like fall in Carlsbad, making it the perfect time to enjoy the seasonal offerings at the State Street Farmers Market. Join us today, Wednesday, October 14, from 2:30-7 PM in downtown Carlsbad Village for fresh finds, fall flavors, and an afternoon of shopping local.
whatnow.com
Cali’s Kitchen to Open First Fresh Baja Kitchen in Mission Beach
A new walk-up kitchen serving Baja-inspired coastal food is planned for Mission Beach. According to public filings, Cali’s Kitchen plans to open at 839 Santa Clara Place. What Now San Diego reached out to owner Daniel Kalenov, who said the restaurant is targeting a late November opening, ahead of Thanksgiving.