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The Craving: San Diego Food + Drink News – Week of June 8, 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.

World Of Orchids At The San Diego Botanic Gardens

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Step Into Orchidelirium at San Diego Botanic Garden’s World of Orchids Exhibition

San Diego Botanic Garden

The orchid craze is back—and it’s blooming with more beauty and drama than ever. San Diego Botanic Garden brings the Victorian orchid obsession to life...

A Star-Studded Spring of Music at La Jolla Music Society

From classical icons to jazz legends and family-friendly favorites, the May and June lineup at La Jolla Music Society is proof that there’s no better...

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Oceanside Museum of Art Launches New Summer Series: Street Level x Art Walk

Oceanside Museum of Art

Looking for a fresh reason to hit Oceanside? Oceanside Museum of Art (OMA) Street Level and Oceanside Art Walk just teamed up to launch a...

a woman walking in the middle of a vineyard

Beyond the Bottle: Activities & Adventure at Temecula Valley Wineries

Let’s be honest—when someone mentions Temecula, your first thought is probably activities like wine tasting, cheese boards, and sitting on patios with vineyard views. And...

The San Diego Civic Theatre's 60th anniversary

San Diego Civic Theatre Prepares for Its Diamond Anniversary With $7.5M in Upgrades

Big things are happening behind the curtain at the San Diego Civic Theatre. In celebration of its upcoming 60th anniversary, the beloved downtown venue is...

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Carlsbad Village Street Faire Returns With 900+ Vendors

Carlsbad Village

If you’ve ever wondered what it feels like when all of Carlsbad shows up for one epic day, this is it. The Carlsbad Village Street...

cinco de mayo celebration in Balboa Park

Where to Celebrate Cinco De Mayo in San Diego

Cinco de Mayo is right around the corner, and nobody does it bigger and better than Cinco de Mayo in San Diego! Whether you’re looking...

San Diego

Piedra Santa Brings Argentinian Heat to Little Italy

A new fire has lit up Little Italy—Piedra Santa, an Argentinian-inspired steakhouse, is now open and bringing the bold, smoky tradition of open-flame grilling to...

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Reset at the JFGM Breathwork & Ice Bath Experience

Japanese Friendship Garden

Looking for a way to recharge, de-stress, and tap into new energy levels? Join the Breathwork & Ice Bath Experience at the Japanese Friendship Garden...

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Unified Harmonies: A Bold Collaboration Between The Rosin Box Project and Art of Elan

The Conrad Prebys Performing Arts Center

The Rosin Box Project’s special collaboration with Art of Elan is set to take center stage with Unified Harmonies—a powerful, multidisciplinary performance that fuses live...

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Raise a Glass to the San Diego Spirits Festival

Museum of Contemporary Art San Diego

Coastal charm, world-class cocktails, and unbeatable ocean views—San Diego Spirits Festival is back for its 16th year, taking over the Museum of Contemporary Art San...

2025 San Diego International Fringe Festival

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The San Diego International Fringe Festival Returns for its 13th Year

Several Locations

The San Diego International Fringe Festival is back for its 13th year, bringing 10 days of fearless creativity, boundary-pushing performances, and global talent to America’s...

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Take Your Business to the Next Level at EO Rise on the USS Midway

USS Midway Museum

San Diego’s entrepreneurial spirit is getting a serious boost this summer with EO Rise—a premier learning and networking event designed for ambitious business owners who...

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Catch Comedian Steve Hofstetter Live at Mic Drop Comedy

Mic Drop Comedy

San Diego comedy fans, get ready for a night of unfiltered humor and razor-sharp wit as comedian Steve Hofstetter takes the stage at Mic Drop...

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Tee Off for a Great Cause at the Cruising for Drivers Golf Tournament

If you’re ready to swap your commute for the fairway, the San Diego Automotive Museum has the perfect excuse. The second annual Cruising for Drivers...

Birch Aquarium’s Living Seas Exhibition is Opening Soon

Big changes are happening under the surface at Birch Aquarium. The aquarium has unveiled Living Seas, its biggest transformation since 1992, offering an immersive, hands-on...

Treehouse Brings Elevated Fast-Casual Dining (and Seriously Good Coffee) to Sorrento Valley

Sorrento Valley just got a major upgrade with the opening of Treehouse, a modern all-day spot that’s part fast-casual restaurant, part artisan coffee bar, and...

East Village Gets Bold New Brunch Vibes With 6th & G Breakfast Co.

6th & G Breakfast Co., the newest concept from Rise & Shine Hospitality Group, is now open in the heart of East Village—and it’s everything...

Art, Surf, and Sound Collide at the ArtReach Charity Auction

Surfboards, skateboards, and guitars as canvases? You got it! ArtReach San Diego is back with its annual Charity Art Auction, and it’s easily one of...

Arts District Liberty Station Open-Air Gallery

Arts District Liberty Station Launches Open-Air Gallery and Unveils New Installations for 2025

There’s a new reason to stroll through Arts District Liberty Station this spring—the launch of their Open-Air Gallery, a fresh and interactive way to experience...

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Pool House Sundays Return With Rooftop Vibes and a High-Energy DJ Lineup

The Pool House

San Diego’s rooftop scene heats up this spring with the return of Pool House Sundays at The Pool House, Pendry San Diego’s third-floor day club...

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Sip Into Spring at the 2025 Spring Sake Festival at the Japanese Friendship Garden

Japanese Friendship Garden

Spring is here—and so is nama season. If you’ve never tried raw, unpasteurized sake, the 2025 Spring Sake Festival is the perfect place to start....

Spring Workshops at Ilan-Lael Invite You to Create, Explore, and Connect

Looking to spark your creativity this season? The Ilan-Lael Spring Workshops are back, offering a rare chance to learn hands-on art techniques in one of...

‘Ventana Huichola’ Opens at OMA With a Colorful Tribute to Culture and Community

If you’re looking for a thoughtful, visually stunning cultural experience this spring, Ventana Huichola at Oceanside Museum of Art should be on your list. This...

artreach holiday pet portrait fundraiser

ArtReach’s Holiday Pet Portrait Night Combines Painting, Pom-Poms, and Purpose

December 19, 2025

6:30 pm

ArtReach is hosting a Holiday Pet Portrait Fundraiser that leans into everything we love about the season – creativity, community, and a reason to celebrate...

Hillcrest

WILDCOAST Unveils Ocean-Inspired Mural in Pacific Beach Celebrating Coastal Conservation

December 18, 2025

10:00 am

WILDCOAST is unveiling a new ocean wildlife-inspired mural on the wall of retailer Ananas in Pacific Beach, created by renowned San Diego muralist Jon Hamrick....

San Diego Seals Home Opener: The Electric Factory Gets Loud This Sunday

December 14, 2025

2:00 pm

Pechanga Arena San Diego

The San Diego Seals just won their season opener 16-13 in Ottawa, and now they’re bringing that momentum back to Pechanga Arena – aka “The...

San Diego

Japonesia Comes to MCASD’s Winter MKT with Records, Art, and Local Vibes

December 14, 2025

11:00 am

Museum of Contemporary Art San Diego

MCASD’s Winter MKT is back, and this year’s lineup brings together some serious local favorites. The museum is teaming up with Part Time Lover, In...

10 Years of Ales n’ Rails at San Diego Model Railroad Museum

December 13, 2025

6:00 pm

San Diego Model Railroad Museum

The San Diego Model Railroad Museum is celebrating a decade of Ales n’ Rails, its annual beer-tasting fundraiser that combines local breweries, live music, model...

Balboa Park