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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.

Where Celeb Parents Take Their Kids: The North County Playground That’s Changing the Game

San Diego’s North County has a new hotspot that’s drawing everyone from soccer stars to reality TV favorites—but it’s not the latest cocktail bar or...

San Diego International Airport’s Live Poetry Experience Turns Travel Stories Into Art

Next time you pass through San Diego International Airport (SAN), your journey might become a poem! The airport’s Spring 2025 Performing Arts Resident, Poets Underground,...

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The San Diego French Film Festival Celebrates Love Through Cinema

THE LOT La Jolla

The San Diego French Film Festival is back for its fifth edition, bringing the best of French and francophone cinema to THE LOT La Jolla....

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La Valencia Hotel’s Award-Winning Spring Tea Returns

La Valencia Hotel

The arrival of spring means the return of La Valencia’s Spring Tea, an elegant seasonal tradition set against the stunning Pacific Ocean views of the...

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El Chingon’s Foolish Feast: An April Fools’ Day Challenge Like No Other

El Chingon

Think you have what it takes to conquer El Chingon’s Foolish Feast? San Diego’s “Bad Ass Mexican” hotspot is serving up an outrageous platter of...

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Step Into the Past With The Valley of Shadows at Villa Montezuma

Experience history, literature, and music come to life inside Villa Montezuma, San Diego’s grand Victorian “Palace of the Arts.” Write Out Loud presents The Valley...

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Wellness Weekend at The Inn at Rancho Santa Fe

The Inn at Rancho Santa Fe, A Tribute Portfolio Resort & Spa

Escape the noise and reconnect with yourself at Wellness Weekend, a transformative retreat at The Inn at Rancho Santa Fe. Designed to nurture the mind,...

Camino Books Finds a New Home at Del Mar Plaza

Exciting news for book lovers—Camino Books, a beloved independent bookstore in Del Mar, is moving to a brand-new home at Del Mar Plaza. Known for...

Starlite Returns: A Reimagined Icon in San Diego

After nearly two decades as an iconic bar and restaurant in San Diego, Starlite is back with a refreshed design, expanded kitchen, and the same...

The Bower Brings a New Era of Luxury to Coronado Island

Now open, The Bower Coronado is a refined boutique retreat in San Diego County, offering an intimate 39-room escape where wabi-sabi minimalism meets California coastal...

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Join The Nat’s Spring Planting Party and Support Local Ecosystems

San Diego Natural History Museum

Join The Nat’s Spring Planting Party and be part of a hands-on effort to restore native plants in San Diego’s ecosystems. This community event invites...

Mission Trails Regional Park Expands With 53-Acre Land Donation

Mission Trails Regional Park is growing once again! Thanks to a major land donation from the Mission Trails Regional Park (MTRP) Foundation, the park has...

Birch Aquarium Joins the Fight to Save the Endangered Mountain Yellow-legged Frog

Birch Aquarium is taking a leap forward in frog conservation, working to protect the endangered Mountain Yellow-legged Frog, a species with fewer than 200 adults...

17 Things to Explore at Liberty Station

Ah, don’t you just love it when the #perfectday itinerary falls right into your lap? Whether you’re with your ride-or-die, going solo, or with kids...

Veranda at Hotel del Coronado Brings a Fresh Take on Oceanfront Dining

Hotel del Coronado is introducing a stunning new oceanfront dining experience with Veranda, set to open in April 2025. Taking over the space formerly known...

Urban Kitchen Group Introduces New Chefs and Seasonal Dinner at The Kitchen at MCASD

The Kitchen at MCASD in La Jolla is ushering in a fresh chapter with the addition of two powerhouse chefs and the return of its...

Tavolo Tasting Tours Return for an Exclusive Culinary Journey

Tavolo Tasting Tours are back for a limited time this spring, offering an intimate, behind-the-scenes experience at Little Italy’s Busalacchi Restaurants. Led by Joe Busalacchi...

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Wonderfront Music & Arts Festival Returns to San Diego

The Wonderfront Music & Arts Festival is gearing up to take over the San Diego waterfront with a three-day celebration of music, art, and culture....

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Yappy Hour at Town and Country Resort: A National Puppy Day Celebration

Town and Country San Diego

Celebrate National Puppy Day in the best way possible—Yappy Hour at Town and Country Resort! Bring your pup and enjoy a fun-filled evening at Monkey...

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The Mustache Bash Brings Funk and Disco to San Diego

Get ready to groove—The Mustache Bash, America’s largest ‘70s-themed disco festival, is back in San Diego and it’s bigger and funkier than ever. After four...

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Vintage Spring Market Brings a Must-Visit Outdoor Market to Oceanside

Roll up your sleeves for a day of treasure hunting at the Vintage Spring Market, a vibrant outdoor market in Oceanside hosted by Oceanside Antiques...

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Support Veteran Career Training at the Forging Futures Gala

USS Midway Museum

The Forging Futures Gala returns, bringing together community leaders, military supporters, and industry professionals for an unforgettable evening aboard the USS Midway Museum. Hosted by...

City Heights Businesses Need Your Support During Construction Delays

Local businesses along University Avenue are struggling due to ongoing construction delays, but the University Avenue Business Relief Fund and Shop Local Passport Program are...

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Celebrate Irish Culture at the House of Ireland Lawn Program

Get ready for a lively day of Irish culture, music, and delicious bites at the House of Ireland Lawn Program in Balboa Park! This annual...

Winter Wonderland Returns to Market Creek Plaza With Holiday Magic for All

December 13, 2025

12:00 pm

Winter Wonderland 2025 is back at Market Creek Plaza, and if you’ve been looking for a free community celebration that’s created by the community, this...

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Christophe Rull Patisserie holiday pop-up

World-Class Chocolatiers Team Up for Holiday Pop-Up in San Marcos

December 13, 2025

9:00 am

U.S. World Chocolate Master and Netflix star Christophe Rull is teaming up again with Michelin-trained chocolatier Annaluna Karkar for a two-day holiday pop-up at Christophe...