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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.
North Park restaurant
Spanish-Inspired Finca Brings California Tapas and Vermouth to North Park
Finca North Park, a new Spanish-inspired restaurant taking its name from the Spanish word referring to a ranch or estate, has opened its doors on...
West Coast Taco & Beer Festival
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Dive Into Flavor at the West Coast Taco & Beer Festival in San Diego!
  • Broadway Pier
The West Coast Taco and Beer Festival is making its grand return for the 5th year, and it promises to be bigger and tastier than...
Verve Cancer Crusaders Ride at Verve Studios
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Verve Cancer Crusaders Ride: Pedal for a Purpose
Get ready to make a difference with every pedal stroke at the Verve Cancer Crusaders Ride hosted by VERVE Studios! This isn’t just any bike...
Peter Seidler of San Diego Padres
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San Diego Padres to Host a Celebration of Life for Peter Seidler
  • PETCO Park
The San Diego Padres will honor their beloved former Chairman and Owner, Peter Seidler, with a celebration of life ceremony at Petco Park. The team...
Bach Collegium San Diego
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Bach Collegium San Diego Presents Love & Revolution
  • All Souls’ Episcopal Church
Calling all music lovers! Bach Collegium San Diego (BCSD), one of the country’s leading ensembles, is performing Love & Revolution, featuring an enchanting form of...
Celebrate International Women's Day With A Beer Dinner At Stone Brewing
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Celebrate International Women’s Day With a Beer Dinner at Stone Brewing
  • Stone Brewery Liberty Station
Time to raise a glass to all the badass women of our beloved community! Stone Brewing is taking International Women’s Day to new heights this...
San Diego Entrepreneurs of Caltier
San Diego Entrepreneurs Breaking Down the Barriers to Alternative Investments for Retail Investors
Three San Diego-based entrepreneurs are creating a new option for individual investors looking to diversify their portfolios out of the stock market and into alternative...
The Lafayette Hotel
Historic Hotels of America Welcomes The Lafayette Into its Ranks
The Lafayette Hotel and Club is pleased to announce that it has been inducted into Historic Hotels of America®, the official program of the National...
Coastal Exposures Exhibition Coming to Oceanside Museum of Art
OMA Presents “Coastal Exposures: 10 Years of Photography at The Osider Magazine”
The Oceanside Museum of Art is proud to announce its upcoming exhibition showcasing a decade of extraordinary photography that captures the essence of Oceanside’s vibrant...
Architecture of Jubilation: The Art and Vision
Ilan-Lael to Showcase “Architecture of Jubilation: The Art and Vision of James Hubbell” Exhibition
The Ilan-Lael Foundation, renowned for its commitment to preserving and promoting the artistic legacy of James Hubbell, is thrilled to announce its participation in World...
Tournament of Cocktails with San Diego's Top Bartenders
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Get Shaken and Stirred at the Tournament of Cocktails With San Diego’s Top Bartenders
  • Herb and Wood
Are you ready to experience the ultimate showdown in San Diego’s cocktail scene? Mark your calendars for the Tournament of Cocktails, an evening where the...
Cucina Urbana hosts festa della donna
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San Diego’s Top Female Chefs & Winemakers Join Forces for Charitable Festa Della Donna
  • Cucina Urbana
Celebrate Women’s History Month and International Women’s Day in March with San Diego’s celebrated top female chefs as they come together to host Festa Della...
Luxurious Dinner Experience at Black Radish
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Black Radish Partners With Memento Mori & El Molino Winery for a Luxurious Dinner Experience
A trifecta of culinary wizards unite for one unforgettable San Diego dining event as award-winning Chef Itze of Black Radish fame joins forces with sought-after...
Lilian's Weekend Brunch at The Inn at Rancho Santa Fe
Lilian’s to Launch Weekend Brunch at The Inn at Rancho Santa Fe
Clear those agendas and make brunch plans for Rancho Santa Fe stat! That’s right—picturesque farm-to-table destination Lilian’s officially extends their artistry into leisurely weekend affairs!...
Cyndi Smith and Basem Harb of Fierce & Kind make award-winning spirits that combine passion and purpose with sustainable production.
Fierce & Kind: A Spirited Journey of Passion and Impact
We got to sit down for a chat with Basem Harb and Cyndi Smith, the dynamic duo behind Fierce & Kind, a San Diego-based brand...
Mila Moursi Spa at The Inn at Rancho Santa Fe
Mila Moursi Spa Now Open at The Inn at Rancho Santa Fe
Luxury lovers, prepare for ultimate relaxation and rejuvenation with the newly unveiled Mila Moursi Spa at Rancho Santa Fe’s storied retreat, The Inn! The first...
Leap Year Happy Hour at California English
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Join a Leap Year Happy Hour With Celebrity Chef Richard Blais at California English!
Celebrity Chef and Restauranteur Richard Blais is hosting an epic Leap Year Happy Hour at California English to celebrate the extra day with good vibes...
Aldea La Jolla
La Jolla’s Newest Restaurant Aldea Opens its Doors
Aldea, a contemporary California restaurant with Mexican inspiration rooted in the heart of La Jolla Village, is now open! Founder Steve Horowitz, a passionate La Jolla native,...
Taylor Swift Trivia Night at Duck Dive
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Swiftie Showdown at Duck Dive’s Trivia Night!
  • Duck Dive
Gather your squad and join PB’s Duck Dive for a fun-filled Taylor Swift trivia night, where you can put your Swiftie knowledge to the test!...
Social Syndicate celebrates nine year anniversary of Rabbit Hole
Down the Rabbit Hole: An Inside Look at Crafting Cherished San Diego Hangouts
We sat down with Brendan and Big Jon from Social Syndicate for an exclusive peek behind the scenes of their wildly popular gathering places, including...
Chef Fest San Diego
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Chef Fest: San Diego’s Hip Hop and Culinary Extravaganza at Port Pavilion
  • Port Pavilion Broadway Pier
Get ready to taste the most mouthwatering dishes from top chefs in San Diego at Chef Fest San Diego 2024, where culinary excellence meets hip...
Girl Scouts San Diego Cookie and Beverage Pairings
Girl Scouts San Diego Teams Up With Local Restaurants for Cookie and Beverage Pairings
Girl Scout season collides with brilliant bar bites as San Diego‘s buzziest restaurants dream up drinkable odes to those nostalgic cookie boxes! Iconic eateries have...
San Diego Seals Georgia Swarm Pechanga Arena
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Seals Set to Host Georgia in Pivotal NLL Matchup on Local Hero and Marvel Superhero Night
  • Pechanga Arena San Diego
The San Diego Seals, fresh off a bye, will return to Pechanga Arena this Friday night to take on the Georgia Swarm in a pivotal...
Dodo & Cars Event at Dodo Bird Donuts
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Rev Up Your Weekend: Don’t Miss the Dodo & Cars Event at Dodo Bird Donuts
Get ready for an unbeatable Saturday morning at the inaugural Dodo & Cars event by Dodo Bird Donuts, where the community vibe meets the thrill...
Upcoming Events
Celebrate the Craft at The Lodge at Torrey Pines
Celebrate the Craft Returns for a Day of Culinary Excellence
April 27, 2025
11:30 am
  • The Lodge at Torrey Pines
Celebrate the Craft, one of Southern California’s premier food festivals, is back at The Lodge at Torrey Pines for another unforgettable afternoon. Set against the...
BPM Cafe 002 at Communal
The Daytime Dance Party You Need: BPM Cafe 002 Takes Over Communal
April 27, 2025
11:00 am
  • Communal
BPM Cafe 002 is coming to Communal Coffees, the creative-minded café and lifestyle shop in South Park, for a Sunday that’s all about good music,...
CreativeMornings San Diego
CreativeMornings Returns With an Inspiring Conversation at the Central Library
April 25, 2025
8:15 am
  • San Diego Central Library
If you’re looking for a dose of inspiration to jumpstart your day, head downtown for CreativeMornings San Diego. The monthly morning meet-up series for the...
Naturally Rising Competition
Naturally Rising: San Diego’s Spotlight on Sustainable Startups
April 24, 2025
4:30 pm
  • Building 177
The Naturally Rising Competition returns for its fifth year, and it’s shaping up to be a can’t-miss event for anyone passionate about San Diego’s natural...
BIG NIGHT at Ponyboy
Big Night at Ponyboy Brings an Iconic Culinary Cinema Experience to Point Loma
April 23, 2025
6:30 pm
Big Night at Ponyboy is coming to The Pearl Hotel—and it’s bringing a five-course feast to match its cinematic namesake. This Culinary Cinema Experience with...