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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.

John Halaka exhibition at Oceanside Museum of Art

San Diego-Based Artist, John Halaka, To Present New Exhibition At Oceanside Museum of Art

San Diego-based visual artist, John Halaka, presents a new exhibition, titled Listening to the Unheard / Drawing the Unseen: Meditations on Presence and Absence in...

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Experience The Cosmic Wonders Of The Dark Sky At Julian StarFest

Menghini Winery

Get ready for the much-awaited Julian StarFest happening on August 11-13, 2023, at the Menghini Winery in Julian! After a two-year hiatus due to the...

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Pendry San Diego Showcases Local Brands At Summer Pop-Up Shop

Pendry San Diego

Shop an IRL collection of Pendry San Diego’s favorite local brands at this limited edition Summer Pop-Up Shop in the lobby, featuring Carbon38, L*Space, Freya,...

Arlo Welcomes Elijah Craig For Evening Of Bourbon And Blues

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Town & Country Resort Welcomes Elijah Craig For An Evening Of Bourbon And Blues

Come have a blast at ARLO’s Bourbon and Blues event on Thursday, August 31! Join us for a mix and mingle evening filled with great...

Long Story Short Opens In North Park

Long Story Short, which is taking over the space formerly held by Little Thief Wine Bar & Kitchen at 3017 University Avenue in North Park,...

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La Loupe San Diego To Celebrate 12 Year Anniversary Party At Department

Come Celebrate 12 years of La Loupe Vintage, one of our favorite vintage stores in San Diego! They are hosting a dance party and fundraiser...

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Kelly Ryan Comedy Show Goes To Communal’s Haven

It’s going to be an evening of laughs, wine and pizza at the Kelly Ryan Comedy Show at Communal’s Haven. Unforgettable night of laughter with...

Deena Altman Unravels The Narrative Of Women In A Society Of Cultural Blindness At OMA

Despite an increase in gender equality, there is still a cultural blindness where women subtly succumb to a second-class life. Deena Altman explores this unspoken...

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Give Your Style A Breath Of Fresh Air In An Upcycling Workshop At WNDR Museum

WNDR Museum

Do you have a stash of some of your old favorites in your close that you just can’t get yourself to let go of, but...

Herb & Sea Invests Big In Young Up & Coming Chef, Appointing Aidan Owens As Executive Chef

Herb & Sea, a culinary gem nestled in the heart of Encinitas, is thrilled to announce the appointment of up and coming culinary star Aidan...

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Who’s Ready For Adult Summer Camp? Head To Camp You & Yours!

You & Yours Distilling Co.

Let the adventure begin at Camp You & Yours! We’re bringing the nostalgia of bygone summer camp days to the Tasting Room at our next...

Kanpai BBQ Unveils Highly Anticipated, All-You-Can-Eat Restaurant In Convoy

Kanpai BBQ, a new restaurant specializing in Japanese style BBQ and shabu shabu, is thrilled to announce the grand opening of its newest restaurant. Located...

Bombay Gin cocktail dinner at Meze Greek Fusion

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Mezé Greek Fusion To Pair Greek Cuisine With Gin Cocktails During August Pairing Dinner

Meze Greek Fusion

Mezé Greek Fusion, GBOD Hospitality Group’s Greek restaurant, invites you to a Bombay Gin cocktail dinner as it continues its series of spirited cocktail dinners...

Swing By You & Yours For Friday Jazz Nights

Friday nights are made for jazz and cocktails at You & Yours tasting room! Swing by the Tasting Room for Jazz Night with the Besos...

A French Toast To Summer Brunch At North Italia San Diego

As a final farewell to this year’s national Summer Sips campaign, North Italia will be launching a sweet and savory, three-course prix fixe summer brunch...

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Bivouac Ciderworks Collaborates With Venissimo For Cheese Pairing Event

Bivouac Ciderworks

Indulge in an unforgettable rendezvous between the bubbly brilliance of Bivouac Ciderworks and the cheesy delights from Venissimo Cheese as they host a cider +...

Giant Dipper Roller Coaster On National Roller Coaster Day at Belmont Park

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Ride The Giant Dipper At Belmont Park On National Roller Coaster Day

Belmont Park

National Roller Coaster Day is August 16th, and it’s the perfect excuse to plan a trip to San Diego’s historic beachfront amusement park, Belmont Park,...

Malibu Farm San Diego Readies For An August Opening At Seaport Village

After almost a decade of culinary success with their flagship restaurant, Malibu Farm, Chef Helene Henderson and actor-director John Stockwell are ready to embark on...

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Communal Hosts Summer Floral Series To Get Your Creativity Flowing

Enjoy the blooms of summer during the Summer Floral Series | ART BLOOM with Communal on Saturday, August 5. Summer Floral Series at Haven Attendees...

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Side Bar To Host Side Barbie World

Side Bar

Side Bar, downtown San Diego’s luxury nightclub and lounge, will be transforming into Side Barbie World on August 2 at 8PM for an epic Barbiecore-themed...

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Shop For One-Of-A-Kind Pieces At WNDR After Dark: Secondhand Style Event

WNDR Museum

Shop for one-of-a-kind pieces by local artists including Chicana fashion designer, Claudia Rodríguez-Biezunski (Sew Loka), on National Thrift Shop Day at WNDR Museum during their...

Sifted And Sugared Cookie Workshop at Haven

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Local Artisan To Host Sifted & Sugared Cookie Workshop At Communal’s Haven In North Park

Satisfy your sweet tooth with the art of cookie decorating during the Sifted & Sugared Cookie Workshop on Sunday, August 13. Sifted & Sugared Cookie...

Lord Of The Wings At Mavericks: Who Gets The Title For 2023?

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Join Us At Mavericks And Help Decide Who Will Be The Next Lord Of The Wings

Mavericks Beach Club

Discover PB will be presenting Lord of the Wings this August hosted by Mavericks Beach Club! You can help decide the best wings in Pacific...

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Kilowatt Brewing Celebrates 8th Anniversary

Kilowatt Brewing

Hey beer lovers, mark your calendars and join us at Kilowatt Brewing on August 12th as the brewery celebrates 8th anniversary with a beer &...

Small-Town Charm at Julian Tree Lighting

November 30, 2024

12:00 pm

Julian Country Christmas Tree Lighting is set to light up this charming mountain town, where holiday cheer flows as freely as hot apple cider and...

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Surfin’ Santa at Seaport Village is Back

November 30, 2024

12:00 pm

Seaport Village

San Diego‘s coolest holiday tradition, Surfin’ Santa at Seaport Village, is about to splash into the season with the most epic beach-meets-holiday celebration ever! Watch...

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Seabreeze Craft Chocolates Holiday Open House

Sweeth Tooth? Check Out Seabreeze Craft Chocolates Open House

November 30, 2024

11:00 am

The Seabreeze Craft Chocolates Holiday Open House, a Small Business Saturday event, transforms Carmel Valley into a chocolate lover’s dream! This beloved chocolatier is creating...

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Score Sweet Holiday Deals While Supporting Cardiff’s Local Gems

November 30, 2024

9:00 am

When Cardiff 101 Main Street invites us to shop local in Cardiff this holiday season, they’re celebrating something truly special—the vibrant independent businesses that make...

San Diego

Annual Small Business Saturday Escondido

Shop Small and Skate On in Downtown Escondido

November 30, 2024

6:00 am

Downtown Escondido

Downtown Escondido is kicking its 9th Annual Small Business Saturday into high gear with an incredible twist. This year’s celebration combines the charm of local...

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