The Craving: San Diego Food + Drink News – Week of October 19, 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.

The Godinez sisters will open CARNE Y HUESO in North Park

Carne y Hueso to Join the Ranks of North Park Dining

Mexican concept Carne y Hueso, set to showcase ancestral ingredients and lesser-known specialties, is about to spice things up in North Park’s ever-evolving food scene!...

Rosie O'Grady's Annual Holiday Party & Toy Drive

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Get Merry for Toys for Tots at Rosie O’Grady’s

‘Tis the season for giving back while giving into holiday revelry—and our friends at Rosie O’Grady’s have cooked up quite the festive bash on December...

holiday food distribution by Feeding San Diego

Feeding San Diego Distributes Food and Resources in Time for the Holidays

This Saturday, Feeding San Diego is hosting a free, holiday food distribution and community resource fair at its headquarters in Mira Mesa. The distribution will...

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Pictures With Santa & Holiday Treats at North City

North City

Step into a winter wonderland at North City, the city within a city in San Marcos, on Saturday, December 16! Holiday Treats at North City...

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Yoga & Mimosas: Shape and Sip Into Saturday the San Diego Way

Chiefy Cafe

Looking to start your New Year’s resolutions early? Located in the heart of Hillcrest, Chiefy Cafe is hosting Yoga & Mimosas! This unique event is a collaboration between CorePower...

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Tea Time at California English

Looking to unwind English style this Sunday? Join Fox’s “Next Level Chef” co-star and Bravo’s “Top Chef All-Stars” winner Richard Blais for an unforgettable Tea...

Social Syndicate celebrates nine year anniversary of Rabbit Hole

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The Rabbit Hole Celebrates Nine-Year Anniversary

The Rabbit Hole is hosting an anniversary and holiday celebration to recognize this incredible milestone. Join in the celebration on December 14 at 6:30 PM....

SAGO Brings Elevated Social Dining and Late Night Entertainment to Encinitas

Starlight Hospitality Group has opened SAGO, a brand new elevated social dining concept and entertainment destination in Encinitas. Set in a lavish jungle-esque environment, SAGO’s...

Hitokuchi Sake Lounge Named One of America’s Best Restaurants of 2023

Convoy-based Hitokuchi Sake Lounge and Restaurant, operated by Hidden Fish owner, Chef John Hong, was recently recognized as one of America’s Best New Restaurants of...

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Black Radish Hosts Opulent New Year’s Eve Dinner

Alright bon vivants, who’s ready to celebrate the dawn of 2024 by indulging in a swoon-worthy menu meticulously crafted by renowned Chef Itze Behar? As...

Birch Aquarium to Launch Immersive Art Installation

On February 8, 2024, Birch Aquarium at Scripps Institution of Oceanography at UC San Diego is opening Hold Fast, an immersive art installation that explores...

Full Force 4 Vets with Wounded Warrior Homes

Wounded Warrior Homes Goes Full Force 4 Vets

Wounded Warrior Homes has launched their end-of-year giving campaign, Full Force 4 Vets. Full Force 4 Vets will provide 365 days of safe and secure...

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Jingle All the Way to PB for Mavericks Holiday Pop-Up

Mavericks Beach Club

Experience the festive season like never before at Mavericks Beach Club in PB! Their month-long holiday pop-up transforms the 15,000-square-foot space into a wonderland shimmering...

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An Exclusive One-Night-Only Wonka Experience at Mmm…Cakes

This year, Mmm…Cakes has won the golden ticket, as it hosts the Wonka experience of a lifetime on Saturday, December 9th. The iconic Downtown Chula...

Absinthe Tasting & Education at Wormwood

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Absinthe Tasting & Education: A Sensory Journey at Wormwood

Wormwood

Join Wormwood for an exciting evening of absinthe tasting and education! Discover the fascinating history and unique flavors of this renowned spirit as expert guide...

Ugly Sweater Party & Gift Drive by Anvil of Hope

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San Diego Gets Ugly (Sweaters) for a Good Cause at Alesmith

AleSmith Brewery & Tasting Room

The holidays just got a whole lot brighter thanks to a heartwarming team-up between local nonprofit Anvil of Hope and San Diego craft brewery fave...

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Fit Athletic’s Free Holiday Yoga is Back at the Rady Shell

The Rady Shell at Jacobs Park

Tap into winter wellness by joining Fit Athletic Club, San Diego’s top luxury fitness club, for a free holiday-themed yoga class at the Rady Shell on...

Holiday Bottomless Brews Party Is Back At Kove

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Kove’s Bottomless Brews Bash is Back!

San Diego-based craft-brewed and cocktail-inspired brand Kove is back with its annual Holiday Bottomless Brews Party! This year’s edition features a cool twist – the...

Anthony Wells Appointed Executive Chef At Sea & Sky

Award-Winning Chef Brings Exciting New Dining Concept to Iconic La Jolla Hotel

San Diego’s dining scene continues to heat up with Chef Anthony Wells taking charge as executive chef at Hotel La Jolla, overseeing food and beverage...

Grinchmas Holiday Drone Show at The Local Pacific Beach

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Local Pacific Beach To Host “Grinchmas” Holiday Drone Show

The Local Pacific Beach

The Local Pacific Beach is hosting a free Grinch-themed drone light show, called The “Grinchmas” Holiday Drone Show, starting at 6PM on Saturday, December 9....

Stefanie Bales Art Soiree at Sparks Gallery

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Stefanie Bales Art Soiree: A Night of Creativity and Inspiration in San Diego

Sparks Gallery

San Diego’s vibrant art scene is set to be illuminated by the upcoming Stefanie Bales Art Soiree, a one-of-a-kind event at Sparks Gallery that promises...

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Christmas On Mt. Helix Returns

Join us for the return of a magical Christmas on Mt. Helix in La Mesa! On December 9th, starting at 4PM, the community is invited...

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North Park Winter Wonderland Is Back For Its 2nd Year

North Park Mini Park

North Park is turning into a winter wonderland to celebrate the holidays! The neighborhood’s 2nd Annual North Park Winter Wonderland festival, a special two-day holiday...

Gaslamplighter Welcomes Industry Veteran David Tye To Spearhead Beverage Program

Gaslamplighter, San Diego’s highly anticipated luxury cocktail and karaoke lounge, announced the appointment of David Tye to lead beverage program developer. With an impressive career...

Taste Of South Park 2019 Welcomes You To San Diego's Most Happening Neighborhood

Taste of South Park is Back After Five Years

September 13, 2025

12:00 pm

After what feels like forever, one of our favorite neighborhood food crawls is finally returning. The Taste of South Park disappeared for five years, leaving...

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A Century-Old Tradition Returns: Grape Day Festival Is Back in Escondido

September 13, 2025

12:00 pm

Grape Day Park

Every now and then, we get the chance to step into a piece of living history, and Escondido’s Grape Day Festival is exactly that kind...

Netflix Star Chef Christophe Rull Opens His Dream Patisserie in San Marcos

September 13, 2025

9:00 am

We’ve watched him create magic on Netflix’s Bake Squad and dominate Food Network competitions, but now Chef Christophe Rull is bringing his Michelin-trained talents directly...

San Marcos

Thorn & Petal: The Interactive Play That Makes San Diego History Feel Personal

September 12, 2025

2:00 pm

San Diego theater is getting a fresh approach to storytelling with Thorn & Petal, an immersive production that transforms the overlooked story of Louis Rose...

San Diego

H1 Hydroplanes Return to Mission Bay for the Ultimate Speed Showdown

September 12, 2025

9:00 am

The roar is back at Mission Bay this weekend as San Diego Bayfair powered by Samson Rope brings three days of the fastest racing on...

San Diego