Bring your family to Juniper & Ivy, a modernist American restaurant set in a converted 1920s saw tooth warehouse located on the outskirts of San…
Maria’s Cranberry Walnut Biscotti Makes 2 dozen cookies 2 cups all-purpose flour 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder 1/2 cup sugar 1 stick salted butter, softened…
I have an organic lemon tree in my backyard that yields more lemons than I know what to do with. This recipe adds a hint…
Pumpkin Cupcakes Recipe From The Lodge at Torrey Pines Yields 12 cupcakes 1-4 ounce stick of butter 1 cup sugar 2 whole eggs 1¼ cups…
Established in 2012, Andrew’s latest venture, ANDREW SPURGIN™, brings his diverse skill sets to consulting work with caterers, chefs, restaurants and hotels. He also creates…
Known for their fresh homemade pasta, Bencotto Italian Kitchen and its “little brother” restaurant next door, Monello, have made a big change this year. Both…
Snooze serves breakfast in the Del Mar Highlands Town Plaza. The Denver-based, family-owned company boasts a unique comfort food breakfast experience with made-from-scratch recipes. Produce is hand selected…
California Olive Ranch Grilling on the West Coast: Q&A with Food Blogger Maria Desiderata Montana Blogger and food writer Maria Desiderata Montana of San Diego Food…
I have a peach tree in my backyard and I can’t wait until the fruit ripens. From plain old, fresh peaches to peach pie to…
Coconut Raspberry Muffins by Maria Desiderata Montana INGREDIENTS 2 cups all purpose flour ½ cup granulated sugar 1 tablespoon baking powder ½ teaspoon salt 1…
Pancetta, olives, tomatoes, and artichoke hearts add zing to a bow-tie pasta salad that is just right for a barbecue Two-Tomato Farfalle Salad With Pancetta…
Given the wide array of stunning locations to dine in San Diego, it’s nearly impossible to find a new venue tucked away from the typical…
Although authentic pizza is available throughout the Little Italy neighborhood, it is rare to find a location that sells by the slice. Opened in 2009,…
Located on a sleepy corner of the South Park neighborhood, Buona Forchetta serves one of the finest Napoleon-style pizzas in town. Day or night, the…
The Lumberyard in Encinitas is home to many trendy restaurants, and this is one of them. With indoor and outdoor seating for about 100 people,…
Monello’s design and decor mirrors a typical Milanese eatery complete with the downtown vibe of the San Diego bay and the familiar Italian neighborhood. Sophisticated,…
Operated by the Cohn Restaurant Group, this attractive and comfortable Ocean Beach bistro celebrates the spirit and flavors of the Mediterranean with a modern yet…
Open for five years now in the Kensington area of San Diego, Owner and Chef Ken Irvine says he opened Bleu Bohème because he loves neighborhood…
Located in the busy tech center of Sorrento Valley, Zumbar Coffee is a diminutive shop with a huge reputation for serving some of the best…
A.R. Valentien: Executive Chef Jeff Jackson and Chef de Cuisine Kelli Crosson offer a temple of flavor in their market-driven cuisine The Lodge at Torrey…
Seasonal Japanese Cuisine in Del Mar “Shim” means “New”, and “bashi” means “Bridge” in Japanese. With the desire to provide San Diego with the best…
This stylish eatery in the heart of San Diego’s Gaslamp Quarter showcases regionally influenced, handcrafted Mexican cuisine that features locally sourced and quality fresh ingredients.…
Scones to sliders, book explores San Diego chefs’ recipes Author shares recipes reflecting area’s diverse cultures, styles By Roxana Popescu, U-T San Diego For people…
As a leader in San Diego’s culinary landscape for the last seventeen years, celebrated proprietor, restaurateur and interior designer Tracy Borkum’s CUCINA enoteca is a…
Located inside the Thomas Jefferson School of Law directly across the street from the city’s new Central Library in San Diego’s East Village, Bottega Americano is an Italian–inspired…
Prepkitchen, the sister restaurant of critically heralded San Diego staple Whisknladle, is going strong in downtown’s Little Italy neighborhood, melding artisanal ingredients with handcrafted touches to…
Breakfast lovers have a new way to indulge on breakfast favorites at Snooze on 5th Street Avenue in Hillcrest. Snooze strives for each guest to…
Stuffing peppers with nutrients: Protein-rich wild rice in peppers makes a powerful, tasty and colorful everyday meal Shake up your routine this school year with a…
My mother’s southern Italian cooking is rustic and fiery, with recipes often calling for sweet tomatoes and hot peppers, the perfect ingredients for an authentic…
Located on a rather quiet residential street just 1 block west from the South Coast Highway, this small gastropub is a hidden gem. Husband-and-wife team…