The Craving: San Diego Food + Drink News – Week of September 21, 2026

The Craving is ThereSanDiego's weekly guide to what's worth eating and drinking in San Diego right now. Every Tuesday, we surface new restaurant openings, standout happy hours, limited-time menu specials, and upcoming food events across the city - so you know what's happening before everyone else does.

Spreading Joy: Behind The Scenes At Chuao Chocolate Factory

On Fridays, San Diego’s beloved Chuao Chocolate (chew-wow) now offers guided tours — complete with tastings — for $10 in Carlsbad. And local chocolate-thirsty inhabitants are...

Music Box Brings A VIP Experience To The San Diego Music Scene

San Diego is home to some of the best small concert venues in the country, but the Music Box in Little Italy is giving the...

Your Guide To This Week’s North County Concerts

Saturday is the tenth annual Record Store Day – the perfect time to show your support for local music. Need plans for the day? North County has...

Your Guide To This Week’s San Diego Concerts

San Diego State University is doing it up this weekend. Whether you’re in the mood for a pioneer alt-rock band or internationally celebrated guitarists, SDSU...

Celebrate National Parks Week At The Old Point Loma Lighthouse Open Tower Day

Step back in time as Cabrillo National Monument celebrates the anniversary of the extinguishing of the light of the Old Point Loma Lighthouse. Usually held...

Rustic Root Releases A New Whiskey To The Gaslamp

Rustic Root is one of the most hip restaurants and roof-top bars in the Gaslamp. Serving up rustic American cuisine with a twist, along with ultra...

Have Dinner In The Flower Fields Of Carlsbad

As the saying in the Flower Fields near the coast of Carlsbad, California goes — from Ranunculus to Roses, The Flower Fields® is one of...

Craft At The Cove: An Epic Monthly Event For Mixology Enthusiasts

We arrive at 5:30pm on the dot to our first Craft at the Cove event with only a slight idea of what to expect. We...

Date Night! Watch A Movie Under The Stars At Del Beach

If this doesn’t have “date night” written all over it, we don’t know what does! Cuddle up around a private bonfire with s’mores while lounging...

The Village At Pacific Highlands Ranch Invites You To The Ultimate Dinner Party

https://www.instagram.com/p/BStvlxyBQTy/?taken-by=villageatpacifichighlandsranch This month has been packed with taxes, Spring break shuffling, Easter plan-making… and we think it’s time for a swift kick into relaxed and...

The Big List Of Things To Do This Weekend In San Diego

It’s Easter weekend and that’s music to San Diego’s ears. Speaking of music, this weekend has the soundtrack to your life—you just haven’t heard it...

Learn How To Build The Best Flower Crowns In The Game, At Mint Studio!

https://www.instagram.com/p/BSL9JcTDR7C/?taken-by=craftblooms Calling all your inner flower children… It’s festival season!! https://www.instagram.com/p/BEU1D3VkslT/?taken-by=coachella And what better way to slide into Coachella Weekend 2 than decked with freshly...

You Need This Smile On Your Face! Don’t Miss The Great Inflatable Race!

https://www.instagram.com/p/BREnsaTh1lE/?taken-by=thegreatinflatablerace When was the last time you free fell into a soft inflatable with your bestie, shoes off, and above smile on your face?! Inflatable runners,...

Local Sesh

Exhibitors LOCAL COLLECTIVES, HOTTEST PRODUCTS, EDUCATION Wall-to-wall and then some, we pack the house with San Diego’s top Dispenseries, Growers, Bakers, & Industry Professionals. You...

We’ve Got Your List Of Festival Essentials And Where To Buy Them Locally!

Let’s be real, festival fans. Coachella is quickly approaching this upcoming weekend, and the weekend after, and your outfit planning starts NOW! We’ve got you...

Here’s What You Can Rent For $1,500 In 7 San Diego Neighborhoods

https://www.instagram.com/p/BSufu4slQxD/?tagged=sandiegoskyline It’s no secret that the price of home rentals in San Diego is on the rise. Sure, our sweet city is not as pricey as,...

Your Guide To This Week’s North County Concerts

This weekend, North County is pulling out all the stops just for you. Interested in a showcase of local bands? Want to see a live...

Your Guide To This Week’s San Diego Concerts

There’s too much good music in San Diego this weekend—an extra entry needed to be included on this list. Between CD releases and big acts...

The Best Deals This Week In San Diego

Before waxing lyrical on April being National Poetry month, let’s move on to some deals that will set your heart aflame—even if they don’t rhyme!...

The Marriott Brings Ultimate Glamping To 8 Tents At Coachella This Year

Say what!! Coachella comrades, things just got fancy. Hotel giant Marriott International is getting their hands into the musical empire and profitable world of Coachella. The...

The Insanely Beautiful Infinity Cube Exhibit Is Now Open At The Birch Aquarium

The Infinity Cube exhibit is now open at Birch Aquarium at Scripps in La Jolla — and invites viewers to step into the ethereal glow of a world created...

‘Desert X’ In Coachella Valley Is Worth The Road Trip. Here’s Why…

https://www.instagram.com/p/BPvWwrjBMqJ/?taken-by=_desertx For those of you who don’t know, “Desert X” is a really cool, contemporary, funky art exhibit in the Coachella Valley that’s running until...

Destination Iceland: Stone Cold Magic

A wise man once said, “Life begins at the end of your comfort zone.” So San Diegans, we have a question for you: Are you...

Beer, Cheese And One Incredible Experience At Carlsbad’s New Rouleur Brewing Company

Rouleur Brewing Company is tucked away in an industrial nook of warehouses in Carlsbad alongside neighbor Wise Guy Brewery. The sun is going down and...