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The Craving: San Diego Food + Drink News – Week of June 15, 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.
PARK HYATT AVIARA new chef de Cuisine
Park Hyatt Aviara Welcomes New Chef Benjamin Lara to Ponto Lago
Big news for San Diego’s food scene—Park Hyatt Aviara’s new chef, Benjamin Lara, is stepping into the role of Chef de Cuisine at Ponto Lago,...
sweetest holiday
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Ice Cream for Breakfast With Jeni’s!
Ice Cream for Breakfast Day is the sweetest holiday of the year! This is your chance to ditch the pancakes, grab a pint, and make...
san diego theatre
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Cheers to 60 Years of San Diego Opera at Opera Uncorked
Raise a glass to six decades of world-class opera at a special edition of Opera Uncorked! This cherished series offers a unique glimpse into upcoming...
San Diego International Jewish Film Festival
The San Diego International Jewish Film Festival is Back
Film lovers, mark your calendars! The 35th Annual San Diego International Jewish Film Festival (SDIJFF) returns with an exciting lineup of contemporary Jewish films. Running...
AEW: Dynamite
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AEW Comes to Oceanside for the First Time Ever at Frontwave Arena
History is in the making as AEW: Dynamite, the popular professional wrestling show, makes its debut at Frontwave Arena in Oceanside. This is your chance...
The Westgate Hotel
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Step Into a Fairytale at the Winter Enchanted Tea at The Westgate Hotel
  • Westgate Hotel
Get ready for a magical afternoon at the Winter Enchanted Tea at The Westgate Hotel, where frosty fun meets elegant tradition. The hotel’s stunning Versailles...
capital of craft
San Diego Brewers Guild Announces 2025 Board and Event Lineup
Big news for beer lovers! The San Diego Brewers Guild has announced its 2025 Board of Directors, event dates, and exciting plans for the year....
Magic in the Stars
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Disney On Ice Magic in the Stars Comes to San Diego
  • Pechanga Arena San Diego
Disney On Ice presents Magic in the Stars, an all-new production coming to Pechanga Arena. With 56 of your favorite Disney characters, the show features...
wildfires in Los Angeles
Support L.A. Wildfire Victims With Oxford Social Club and Temaki Bar
San Diego, it’s time to come together to support L.A. wildfire victims and aid recovery efforts from the wildfires in Los Angeles. Clique Hospitality’s Oxford...
Lunar New Year Celebration
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Celebrate Lunar New Year With a Lion Dance at Serra Mesa-Kearny Mesa Library
Ring in the Year of the Snake with an exciting Lunar New Year celebration at the Serra Mesa-Kearny Mesa Library! Gather with the community to...
Hello Kitty Cafe Truck
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The Hello Kitty Cafe Truck is Rolling Back Into San Diego!
  • Fashion Valley
The Hello Kitty Cafe Truck is making its way to Fashion Valley, bringing Hello Kitty exclusive merchandise and sweet treats to fans of all ages....
Los Angeles Wildfire Victims
San Diego Restaurants Unite for Disaster Relief
San Diego is stepping up to help Los Angeles wildfire victims through a special campaign, Dining for Disaster Relief. Eight local bars and restaurants have...
Gaslamp Quarter
Pendry San Diego Brings the Excitement This Season
Pendry San Diego has you covered this season with a lineup of can’t-miss events and happenings, from romantic Valentine’s Day dinners to game-day celebrations and...
Feeding San Diego fundraiser at Callie
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Support a Great Cause With a Stunning Dinner at Callie
Mark your calendars for an unforgettable evening of food, wine, and giving back as Feeding San Diego and Chef Travis Swikard team up for the...
Cellar Hand executive chef
Meet the Chef Behind Cellar Hand’s Mediterranean-Inspired Magic
Cellar Hand’s Executive Chef, Ashley McBrady, is putting her stamp on San Diego’s dining scene with a hyper-local, Mediterranean-inspired menu that celebrates the region’s farmers...
Oceanside’s newest destination
The Lobby Tiki Bar & Grill Opens at The Brick Hotel
Soak up the vibes at The Lobby Tiki Bar & Grill, Oceanside’s newest destination for rum-forward cocktails, playful island-inspired cuisine, and moody retro tiki vibes....
San Diego Midnight Lion Dance Show
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Celebrate Lunar New Year With the San Diego Midnight Lion Dance Show
San Diego, get ready to welcome the Year of the Snake with an unforgettable evening of culture, tradition, and celebration! Hosted by the San Diego...
Pop-up for LA wildfire relief
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Pop-Up for LA: A Culinary Fundraiser for Wildfire Relief
  • Herb and Wood
Pop-Up for LA is a foodie fundraiser bringing together the most beloved chefs in San Diego to support wildfire relief. This incredible event is happening...
SDFC single-match tickets
Single-Match Tickets for San Diego FC’s 2025 Season are Now Available!
Soccer fans, the wait is over! SDFC single-match tickets for the 2025 MLS Regular Season are officially available, giving you the chance to catch all...
Fox Point Farms Stories from the Soil
Experience “Stories From the Soil”: A Monthly Farm-to-Table Culinary Journey
Fox Point Farms, San Diego’s first agrihood, recently launched “Stories from the Soil”—a monthly farm-to-table dinner series that brings together celebrated chefs and the principles...
An Evening with Fran Lebowitz
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An Evening With Fran Lebowitz: A Night of Wit and Insight
  • Balboa Theatre
Prepare for an unforgettable night of wit and wisdom as one of the most insightful social commentators of our time comes to the Balboa Theatre....
The Whiskey House anniversary
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Celebrate 10 Years of Whiskey Bliss at The Whiskey House!
  • The Whiskey House
Raise a glass and toast to a decade of excellence at The Whiskey House anniversary, a celebration of top-notch whiskey, live music, and unforgettable memories....
Granger Hotel
The Granger Hotel is Now Open in San Diego’s Gaslamp Quarter
The Granger Hotel has opened its doors in the historic Gaslamp Quarter, redefining what it means to stay in San Diego’s downtown district. As one...
US Coffee Championships
San Diego Coffee Pro Heads to US Coffee Championship Nationals
San Diego coffee pro, Chris Dennis, General Manager at Ox Coffee, is making waves in the coffee world, securing a spot in the US Coffee...
Upcoming Events
Mannheim Steamroller Christmas Brings 40 Years of Holiday Tradition to San Diego
November 21, 2025
7:30 pm
Some holiday traditions earn their place on the calendar year after year, and Mannheim Steamroller Christmas is one of them. For over 40 years, Grammy...
lions tigers and bears
Lions Tigers & Bears Hosts Winter Livestream Fundraiser
November 20, 2025
10:00 am
  • Virtual Event
Lions Tigers & Bears, Southern California‘s only accredited big cat and bear sanctuary, is hosting a Winter Livestream Fundraiser with a goal of raising $10,000...
Floating Sound Bath by the Marina 
Float Into Harmony With a Sound Bath at Sheraton San Diego Resort
November 15, 2025
4:00 pm
THIS EVENT HAS BEEN CANCELED DUE TO THE EXPECTED WEATHER. Sheraton San Diego Resort is offering something that goes beyond your typical hotel wellness class...
USA Pickleball National Championships
USA Pickleball National Championships Take Over Barnes Tennis Center
November 15, 2025
4:00 pm
USA Pickleball is bringing its National Championships to Barnes Tennis Center for nine days of elite competition, and if you’ve been watching pickleball’s meteoric rise...
Pickleball and Cornhole Tournament
OMBAC Brings Pickleball and Cornhole Tournament to Downtown Chula Vista
November 15, 2025
10:00 am
  • Third Avenue Village
Old Mission Beach Athletic Club is taking over Third Avenue in downtown Chula Vista for a full day of pickleball and cornhole, and this isn’t...