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Grab Gridiron Grub While Watching the Super Bowl at Kansas City Barbeque!
Are you ready for some football? Watch the Super Bowl on TV at Kansas City Barbeque, home base for local Kansas City Chiefs fans. The downtown San Diego restaurant and bar will open at 11 a.m. Feb. 2 for The Big Game. Aside from its tasty ribs, the place also serves sandwiches, chicken and beef, and delicious side dishes including cole slaw, beans, fries, to-die-for onion rings, potato salad, corn on the cob, and macaroni and cheese. Lunch is served daily from 11 a.m.-5 p.m. followed by dinner from 5 p.m.- 1 a.m. Happy Hour runs every day from 3:30-6:30 p.m. and features food and beer specials. Late-Night Happy Hour starts at 11 p.m. Learn more about Kansas City Barbeque here |
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Cougar Vineyard & Winery Hosts February Events!
Congratulations to Cougar Vineyard & Winery for taking home awards at its annual "Cougar Meets Italy" competition! The Judges Award went to Cougar for the 2014 Sagrantino. In addition, People’s Choice awards were awarded to three of the four wines – the 2014 Sagrantino, 2018 Vermentino and the 2016 Barbera, meaning the crowd preferred Cougar’s wines over the Italian in those cases.
Cougar Vineyard & Winery upcoming February events include:
• The 13th Annual Super Chili Bowl from 3-8 p.m. Feb. 2 featuring a chili competition, snacks, beer and good times)
• All White Salsa, from 2-6 p.m. Sunday Feb. 9 featuring salsa dance lessons and Cougar's Dolce Bubbly.
• Sweetheart Special, from 11 a.m.-8 p.m. Valentine's Day, Feb. 14 with a heart-shaped pizza and all the trimmings
Cougar Vineyard & Winery Events. On regular visits, Enjoy a Two-for-One Wine Tasting here |
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Sweeten Your
Valentine's Weekend
With a Hornblower Cruise!
Find romance between the sea and sky with Valentine’s Day dinner cruises from Hornblower Cruises & Events San Diego. You’ll enjoy spectacular Bay views of famous San Diego landmarks, wonderful food to choose from with special Valentine’s Day menus and music for dancing. Choose from various cruises Feb. 14-15 . Hornblower Valentine's Cruises. Or enjoy Hornblower's elegant on-land venue: The Abbey. Originally constructed as an Episcopal church, this elegant 1910 landmark is San Diego’s only remaining Classic Revival structure. Enjoy a romantic evening of sweet and savory bites with nostalgic, live entertainment. Valentine's Day at The Abbey For $5 off regular admission to a Hornblower cruise, click here: Hornblower Coupon |
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Check Out Oak Mountain Winery's Super February Events!
The team at Oak Mountain Winery cordially invites you to fun February events:
• Super Bowl Sunday, Feb. 2.
Here's the Game Plan:
• 3-7 p.m.
• Buffet with wings, ribs, rolled tacos, and more
• 70-inch big screen in The Cave!
• Beer and wine will be available by the glass, flight or bottle! Seating is limited. Reserve to (951) 699-9102 or online.
• Also don't miss Valentine's Dinner in the Cave on Feb. 14. Dine in the only man mined underground wine cave in Southern California surrounded by aging wine barrels while enjoying a four-course pre-fix selectable menu including a bottle of bubbly per couple and a commemorative stemless Valentine's Day wine glass for each person to take home. Reservations required and space is limited. Reserve to (951) 699-9102 or online |
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Enjoy February Fun
at Belmont Park!
Enjoy beachfront fun and delicious dining at Belmont Park!
In February:
• Join Draft for Super Bowl Sunday, Feb. 2. Draft has a 31-foot TV screen with 69 beers on tap. Enjoy the restaurant's beachside location plus a Game Day Favorites Menu along with $20 Game Day Sampler Bucket (4 beers for $20), No Cover and drink specials.
• Fall in love on the Cannonball rooftop this Valentine’s Day, Feb. 14, with a handcrafted four-course meal, wine specials and romantic live music for $95 a couple. Aside from its cuisine, Cannonball serves up the best view in San Diego. Call (858) 228-9304
• There's no place like Belmont Park for thrilling events! Check out bumper cars, rock-climbing, mini-golf, a zip line, an arcade and more. For $5 off an Unlimited Ride Wristband, click here: Belmont Park Coupon |
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Register For the Cabrillo Sunrise 5K Fun Run & Walk!
Register for the Annual Cabrillo Sunrise 5K Fun Run & Walk set for 6:30-8:30 a.m. Saturday, Feb. 8, 2020. The route takes you around the park's most famous landmarks before dropping down 200 feet on the Bayside Trail. Spectacular 360-degree views await all participants, including a pristine view of downtown San Diego and Coronado as the sun rises over the city. Register here
• During regular visits to Cabrillo National Monument, enjoy 10 percent off your entire purchase at the Cabrillo National Monument Visitor's Center here |
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Koi Zen Cellars to Host Wine and Food-Pairing Workshop
Do you panic when you are tasked to bring the wine for a social event? Koi Zen Cellars is here to help. Join Koi Zen Cellars and Cafe Merlot Custom Catering for a hands-on cooking class and wine-paring at 6 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 4. You’ll learn why salty tastes great with sweet wine and which red to serve with big flavor appetizers. You'll become the wine pairing hero for your next event. Channel your inner chef with this hands-on class. $59 includes food, wine and recipes. Check out events at Koi Zen Cellars online |
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Sweeten Your Day
With Love-ly Cookies
From Girard Gourmet!
Sweeten your Valentine's Day with custom cookies at Girard Gourmet, La Jolla’s premier European restaurant and bakery, and top caterer. Girard Gourmet also specializes in cocktail parties, bridal and wedding showers, dinner parties, high tea, fundraisers, birthdays and anniversaries and so much more. Extensive menu selections feature freshest organically grown produce, plus pick-up/delivery and full-service catering by a professional staff. Call (858) 454-3321 or visit Girard Gourmet online. |
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Half-Off Admission to Museums in February!
San Diego area residents and visitors are in for a special treat in February! Enjoy 50 percent off the cost of admission at more than 40 San Diego Museum Council member museums. Pick up your Museum Month discount pass at any of participating San Diego area libraries (San Diego County Library, San Diego Public Library, Carlsbad City Library, Chula Vista Public Library, Coronado Public Library, Escondido Public Library, National City Public Library, and Oceanside Public Library) or during your February stay at a San Diego-area Hilton hotel. The Museum Month pass is free and can be used an unlimited number of times throughout the month of February. List of Participating Museums |
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Treat Your Valentine
to Tea at the Cosmopolitan
Hotel and Restaurant!
Treat your loved one to Afternoon Tea from 11 a.m.-5 p.m. on Valentine's Weekend, Feb.15-16, at the Cosmopolitan Hotel and Restaurant in Old Town. A three-tier plated tower of gourmet offerings await guests, along with a variety of black, green and herbal teas. The venue serves Old Town Victorian Tea on Saturdays and Sundays. Make your reservation at (619) 297-1874 or visit Cosmopolitan Hotel and Restaurant online |
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Have A Whale of a Time
On San Diego Bay!
Dive into a Whale Watching Eco Tour with Ocean Connectors and Flagship Cruises & Events! Each Whale Watching Eco Tour includes a three-hour guided whale watching tour departing from downtown San Diego. Guests use binoculars to observe whales, dolphins, sea lions, and birds from aboard Flagship’s Marietta ship. Recommended for ages 6 and up. Thanks to the County of San Diego and the Port of San Diego for sponsoring these excursions! See the full schedule here |
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Get In the Swim at Plunge San Diego at Belmont Park!
Dive into fun at Plunge San Diego, the spectacular oceanside venue at Belmont Park in Mission Beach. Thanks to a five-year restoration project, the historic swimming pool originally built in 1925 is now a state-of-the-art attraction with a retractable roof and floor-to-ceiling glass walls. Swim in a sunlit paradise and enjoy the dining deck attached to the pool’s renovated Beach House Restaurant. The heated pool has seven (7) lap swim lanes, and a shallow area for family fun. Open to the public, The Plunge offers premier programs including: swim lessons for every age, a masters swim team, aqua aerobics classes, recreational swim time, and even underwater hockey! The iconic facility features a floating obstacle course, floating volleyball court, basketball hoop, dry sauna, hot showers, lockers, spin bikes and direct beach access. For current schedules, visit Plunge San Diego online or call (858) 780-4989. Buy One Day Pass and Get a Free Day Pass during Recreational Swim here |
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'That 70s Car Show'
Speeds Into San Diego
Automotive Museum
In the 1970s, automobiles got smaller and vastly more fuel efficient, and U.S. manufactures slowly caught up with their foreign counterparts. Competition breeds innovation and the technological leaps in automotive design and performance begun in the '70s can still be felt today. Learn more about these changes and and see some classic 1970s cars during "That 70s Car Show: A Decade of Chage," a new exhibit at the San Diego Automotive Museum, set for Feb. 8-June. 13, 2020. The museum is open from 10 a.m.-5 p.m. daily. Enjoy 2-for-1 on regular admission here: San Diego Automotive Museum Coupon |
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Wine and Dine Your Valentine at Fazeli Cellars Winery!
Wine and dine your special someone with a romantic Valentine’s Day dinner Feb. 14 at Fazeli Cellars Winery in Temecula! The Winery’s Chef Daragh Matheson will present “A Winter Evening in Paris," featuring a five-course wine-paired dinner and live music! Choose from various seating times beginning at 5:30 p.m. Tickets |
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Savor Lunch or Dinner
From the Heart On
Valentine's Day at Shogun!
Have a love-ly Valentine's Day lunch or dinner at Shogun Kobe Japanese Restaurant in San Diego, serving delicious dishes like Colossal Shrimp, Hibachi Scallops and Sesame Chicken. At Shogun, master chefs dazzle guests with their samurai-like swordsmanship as they skillfully slice, dice, juggle, and entertain, while preparing delicious entrées on a sizzling Teppanyaki grill. Open daily. Call (858) 560-7399 or visit Shogun San Diego online. Enjoy $10 off dinner with a minimum $125 purchase here |
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Sweeten Your Special Event
at European Cake Gallery!
Order unforgettable wedding and other special-occasion cakes from this Point Loma shop, creating delicious memories since 1975. The shop is the home of the now famous “Swiss Black Forest” cake, and is known for its high quality and reasonable prices. The store offers free, walk-in wedding cake tasting from 9 a.m-3 p.m. Tues.-Sat. Choose from five delectable flavors: the Gallery's signature Swiss Black Forest, White Bavarian Raspberry, Carrot Cake, German Chocolate, and Truffle (dark chocolate with layers of boiled chocolate and cream, similar to fudge). Dozens of designs are offered (page through their picture book), all edible masterpieces as beautiful as the wedding couple themselves. The shop also also whips up birthday, baby-gender reveal and other fun theme cakes plus ready-to-go cakes for last-minute needs. Also pick up assorted cupcakes, pies, seasonal sweets and specialties such as apple strudel. Order online for yourself or for multiple guests. The shop's team can even bring your order out to your car! European Cake Gallery |
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Relax and Recharge With Your Special Someone at Riviera Oaks Resort and Racquet Club!
The slower pace, the quiet serenity and the close proximity to some of the area’s finest wineries give Riviera Oaks Resort and Racquet Club its unmatched charm and appeal. This beautiful, family-friendly resort nestled outside of Ramona with 16 tennis courts (pros, lessons, clinics and membership), a Day Spa, fitness center, pools, jacuzzis and nearby golf and hiking trails, sits at the base of the mountains but is still only 30 minutes from San Diego. The modern accommodations are furnished condos, each with a kitchen, living room, patio and fireplace, making them perfect for family visiting over the holidays or a holiday break of your own. Whether taking a weekend to relax and get away from it all or a week to stay and play in it all, you’ll leave both refreshed and impressed. Call (800) 438-2929 for reservations. Learn more about the resort here |
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Shop For Your Valentine
at the Dinosaur Gallery!
Looking for that special gift for your Valentine? Shop the Dinosaur Gallery in Del Mar! When you walk or drive along Camino de Mar you can’t miss this unique store. As the centerpiece of the window display is a huge Megalodon fossilized shark tooth in the window, among other museum quality items. Dinosaur Gallery features a large inventory of semi-precious minerals and crystals. In addition, you’ll find fossils, corals and shells, one-of-a-kind jewelry, amber, skulls, art, opals, meteorites and more! Stop in anytime from 11 a.m.-5:30 p.m. Mon.-Sat. (closed Wednesdays) and from noon-5 p.m. Sundays. Dinosaur Gallery is at 1327 Camino del Mar right next to the Del Mar Library. Call (858) 794-4855 for more information.
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Danza del Sol Winery Hosting Love-ly February Events!
Fall in love with February events at Danza del Sol Winery in Temecula!
• 10th Anniversary Sale, Feb. 2-8: Cheers to 10 years of Danza del Sol wine! Enjoy 40 percent off six bottles or More. Mix or match. Wine Club Only!
• Danza's Lovers' Wine Flight, Feb. 13-14: Satisfy your taste buds with five wines perfectly paired with small bites. Various seating times available.
• Blind Tasting Event, Feb. 29: It's a leap year! Take the extra day to test your wine knowledge! Call (951) 302-6363 x21or visit
Danza del Sol Winery online |
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Swedish Royal Bakery Can Sweeten Your Valentine's Day!
Savor chocolate-covered strawberries and other delectable delights at Swedish Royal Bakery, whipping up dreamy wedding cakes, palate-pleasing pastries and savory sandwiches in Poway. Locals love the family-owned business, known for its authentic Swedish butter cookies, raspberry hearts, raspberry mazarin, biskivi cookies, eclairs, and cream-filled horns. Stopping by for lunch? Flavorful sandwiches such as Smoked Salmon, and Ham and Cheese, start with light mayo spread on golden-brown baguettes topped with drizzles of homemade dressing. The venue's crowning achievement continues to be its delectable Princess Cake, a celebratory Scandinavian dome-shaped delight consisting of layers of sponge cake, Napoleon cream, vanilla cream and raspberry jam all covered in marzipan. Gluten-free, vegan, and sugar-free cakes and bakery items can be made to order. The bakery also offers online ordering and catering. Open every day except Sundays. Swedish Royal Bakery |
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Pick Up A Sweet Treat
at Prontos Gourmet Market!
Indulge in the homemade treats gracing the large pastry case filled with cobblers, cakes, bars and other delights at Prontos Gourmet Market. Prontos is THE place to enjoy breakfast and lunch, and pick up dinners-to-go in Carlsbad Village – as well as dessert! Prontos makes delicious soups and top-of-the-line sandwiches, salads and pastas from scratch. Enjoy an amazing array of gourmet foods and specialty items like Angus Beef Osso Bucco, Greek Stuffed Chicken, Wild Atlantic Salmon and Lobster Macaroni and Cheese. Dine indoors or out on the sunny patio. The family-owned market also offers catering for everything from business luncheons to elaborate events. Call (760) 434-2644 or visit Prontos online. |
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Visit Multiple Museums, Gardens With A Balboa Park Explorer Pass!
San Diego’s Balboa Park is the largest urban cultural park in the United States – no other place boasts 1,200 acres, 65 miles of hiking trails, more than a dozen museums, fantastic gardens, performing arts venues, and the San Diego Zoo! The Balboa Park Explorer Pass provides admission to multiple venues, and is up to a 58% savings over purchasing admission separately. Pass options include One-Day, Multi-Day (good for 7 consecutive days), or an Annual Pass that provides admission all year long. Add the San Diego Zoo to the Multi-Day Pass for a truly unforgettable Balboa Park experience! Click here to learn more and purchase your Explorer Pass. |
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Meet At Milton's
On Valentine's Day!
Tables for Valentine's Day at Milton's Delicatessen in Del Mar will go fast! Make your reservation now for delicious deli fare and plentiful portions! The restaurant’s menu has more than 100 items, including favorites such as the freshly made matzo ball chicken soup, the traditional Cobb salad with thickly sliced bacon bits, and the famous Reuben sandwich on freshly baked rye bread (its best seller). Milton’s is also a famous bakery, serving treats such New York Cheesecake, lemon bars and chocolate eclairs, as well as a variety of freshly baked breads. The restaurant’s catering service provides foods and a large banquet room for such events as weddings, bar mitzvahs and business meetings. Come see why customers love to “Meet at Milton’s” for breakfast, lunch or dinner. Open daily. Enjoy $5 Off A $25 Order Here |
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Set Sail With the Whales at
at Birch Aquarium at Scripps!
Embark upon an unforgettable journey with the ocean experts at Birch Aquarium at Scripps! Witness the longest mammal migration in the world, when approximately 20,000 gray whales pass San Diego on their annual 10,000-mile round-trip journey from the Bering Sea to the lagoons of Baja California. Whale Watching Adventures run twice daily through mid-April 2020, and trips leave from the Flagship Cruises & Events docks in downtown San Diego (about a 20-minute drive south of the aquarium). Buy tickets at Flagship Cruises & Events. Whale Watching at Birch. |
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North Coast Rep Presents
'The Outsider'
Discover immense talent and exceptional productions in an intimate setting at North Coast Repertory Theatre in Solana Beach. The Rep’s 38th season continues with a slate of diverse plays, including the the West Coast premiere of "The Outsider," (Feb. 19-March 15) a razor-sharp, hilarious satire of modern American politics and an inspirational tribute to democracy. Overflowing with clever plot twists portraying the contemporary political climate, the play is a fun-house mirror, held up to reflect our often confounding governmental system. If you’re overwhelmed by today’s headlines, this thoroughly non-partisan laugh-fest is just what you need. For ticket information, call (858) 481-1055 or book online here |
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Get Rolling With
Wheel Fun Rentals!
Get rolling and see the sights with family or out-of-town guests! Wheel Fun Rentals has multiple San Diego County locations providing the ultimate experience in outdoor fun. Offering everything from traditional cruiser bikes to carriage-like Surreys, Deuce Coupes and tandem cycles, you won't find a larger variety of recreational rental equipment anywhere! With locations at the Oceanside Pier and many in San Diego, including along the Embarcadero and on Coronado Island, Wheel Fun Rentals has your ride covered! Enjoy $5 off any bike rental here |
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Warm Up at The Grand Tea Room in Escondido!
Find yourself steeped in the British tradition of Afternoon Tea at The Grand Tea Room gracing downtown Escondido's Grand Avenue. The venue is perfect for holiday celebrations, fundraisers, bridal showers, or just an afternoon with friends. An elegant tea service takes place three times per day, Tuesday through Saturday, against the backdrop of Victorian decor, floral tea sets, and lacy tablecloths. Choose from a menu of over 40 gourmet loose-leaf teas and savor tea sandwiches, scones, shepherd's pie, quiche, fresh fruit and petite desserts served on triple-tiered towers. Can't commit to the two-hour tea service? The Grand Tea Room offers an a la carte option plus garden-crisp salads and both soup and savory of the day. Inspired patrons are welcome to dress for the occasion, complete with fancy hats and gloves. (The shop also has a complimentary selection of hats should you wish to borrow one for your tea time.) Just remember: pinkies up! Cap off your visit at the lovely gift shop filled with tea-related items. The Grand Tea Room |
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Save the Date For Milagro
Winery's Wedding
Open House 2020!
Milagro Winery invites couples and those who have booked at the winery to Wedding Open House 2020 from noon-3 p.m. on Sunday, March 8. View Milagro’s venue, meet vendors, and get different ideas for decor and setup. This event will be an opportunity for couples searching for a wedding venue to see what Milagro is all about. Milagro Winery Open House
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Spend Valentine's Day at a
De Portola Wine Trail Winery!
Celebrate romance among the vines and tasting wines along the De Portola Wine Trail! This five-mile stretch of wineries on De Portola Road hosts some of the most scenic views of Temecula’s Wine Country, and each winery is is family owned and operated. From intimate dinners, to exclusive tours and tastings, the venues offer tempting treats for you and your sweetheart. Wineries on the De Portola Wine Trail include:
• Cougar Vineyard & Winery
• Gershon Bachus Vintners
• Danza del Sol Winery
• Fazeli Cellars
• Frangipani Estate Winery
• Leoness Cellars
• Masia de la Vinya Winery
• Oak Mountain Winery
• Robert Renzoni Vineyards & Winery
• Somerset Winery
Learn more about the De Portola Wine Trail here |
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All Aboard A Real Train Ride in San Diego's Back Country!
Take a leisurely journey on a vintage full-scale train through San Diego’s rugged and scenic East County mountains on weekends. Walking tours of the 40-acre museum are included and feature extensive displays of historic railroad artifacts spanning more than 100 years of Pacific Southwest railway history. Seasonal offerings include the spring Easter Bunny train and Engineer for an Hour during the summer, where YOU become the engineer of a huge diesel locomotive under the supervision of a certified locomotive engineer. The museum is open year round and offers its Golden State Limited or Valley Flyer train rides during non-seasonal times of year. Buy one Adult non-special event train ticket, receive a Child's train ticket free here |
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Paddle With Your Pup
at Aqua Adventures
Kayaks and Paddleboards!
Get out on the water with Aqua Adventures Kayaks & Paddleboards! Aqua Adventures enjoys a dockside location right on Mission Bay in sunny San Diego! Rent stand-up paddleboards, kayaks (single, tandem, sea, outrigger, surf ski), hydro bikes (single and tandem), and canopied Duffy boats. Rent for 90 minutes or more. Just choose your excursion, hop on and go! Glide next to Mission Bay's inlets and isles, taking in fresh air, while spotting seal lions, dolphins and sea birds. The outfitter also offers lessons, SUP yoga on Saturday mornings and popular Paddling With Your Pup clinics — doggie life jackets provided. Make sure to visit the retail shop, carrying top water sports gear. Enjoy $2 off rentals here |
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Paon Wine Bar & Bistro Presents Live Piano Music!
Enjoy the sounds of live piano music paired with seasonal fresh fare and a world-class wine list at Paon Wine Bar & Bistro in the heart of Carlsbad Village. Live piano music will be performed at 6 p.m. most Friday and Saturday evenings and at 3 p.m. Sunday afternoons. Whether enjoying the wine tasting flight of the week, ordering from over 30 wines by the glass, or enjoying a bottle with dinner or to take home, you'll love all the options and the ambiance. The Bistro-style menu features locally grown, organic produce along with escargot, oysters, charcuterie, prime steaks, duck confit, scallops and other daily specials. Paon Wine Bar & Bistro |
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Cork & Craft Invites You
to Valentine's Day Dinner!
Treat your special someone to Valentine's Day at The Cork & Craft! The Rancho Bernardo venue will exclusively offer a 4-course Prix Fixe menu from 5-9 p.m. Friday, Feb. 14. View the delectable menu here. The Cork & Craft is San Diego’s only restaurant, winery and brewery in one, boasting 41 taps and an extensive wine list, inviting guests to sample some of the best beer and wine from around the world. Food is focused on serving refined plates in a casual environment. Offering lunch, dinner, Sunday Brunch and Happy Hour. Closed Mondays. The Cork & Craft |
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Save the Date For Legacy International Center
Grand Opening!
Mark your calendars for the grand opening of Legacy International Center, the Christian-themed, 18-acre wonderland in Mission Valley, slated to open March 31. With a 126-room luxury hotel, world-class spa, a multi-functional conference center, and immersive biblically-themed exhibits, the Legacy International Center honors Dr. Morris Cerullo’s seven-decade career in ministry. People of all cultures, faiths, and backgrounds are invited to experience this one-of-a-kind resort. Attractions include replicas of Roman Catacombs and Jerusalem’s Western Wall, an interactive world globe, and a domed 4-D motion-seat theater. Reservations are welcome now at the Legacy Resort Hotel & Spa, set to open Feb. 18. For more information, visit Legacy International Center online or call (888) 534-2299 or (619) 782-9155. |
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Experience a Work of Heart at Callaway Vineyard & Winery On Valentine's Day!
Love is in the air at Callaway Vineyard & Winery as its restaurant, Meritage, prepares for Valentine’s Day! Experience the work of heart that Executive Chef, Anthony Bar, has created for a very intimate evening by indulging in a delightful four-course dinner accompanied by live music. A wine pairing option is available. Reserve online here or call (951) 587-8889. Also stop in at Callaway's San Diego Gaslamp Quarter location! The Fourth Avenue venue offers tasting flights and wines by the glass. Enjoy a Two-For-One Wine Tasting here |
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Shop For Valentine's Gifts
at Bazaar del Mundo Shops!
Surprise that special person in your life for Valentine's Day with fashions, accessories, folk art, colorful home accessories, artisan jewelry and crafts, handwoven textiles, and so much more at Diane Powers’ Bazaar del Mundo Shops! Many are one-of-a-kind collectibles, like these embroidered heart coin purses (only $5 each!). The Shops also feature an intimate courtyard where guests can read or relax by a sparkling fountain. Steps away, shoppers are invited to nibble on antojitos (appetizers), savor festive gourmet platters or linger over the legendary birdbath margaritas at the award-winning and festive Casa Guadalajara Mexican restaurant. Bazaar del Mundo Shops |
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Fall in Love With Art
at ARTS DISTRICT
Liberty Station!
Enjoy a lovely evening as ARTS DISTRICT Liberty Station hosts its monthly FIRST FRIDAY Arts District from 5-9 p.m. Feb. 7! This is San Diego’s most unique, fun and authentic event to find locally made art and gifts. Experience the arts with San Diego Ballet performances, San Diego Craft Collective live demos & yoga, Crystal Paris Designs artist talk, after dark Walk the Labyrinth art installation + Open Workshop, Plus enjoy new "Open Late after 8" live music at THE LOT. Visitors can start their stroll at the Dick Laub NTC Command Center, 2640 Historic Decatur Road, and pick up a monthly program and District map. Learn more about First Friday here |
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Stay San Diego Offers
Vacation, Long-Term Rentals!
Imagine waking up in the morning to a beautiful view of San Diego Bay from your balcony and being within walking distance to downtown San Diego’s attractions, restaurants and shops. Stay San Diego has dozens of beautifully designed, fully-furnished properties for corporate, extended stays and vacation rentals. Choose from luxury condos with swimming pool and downtown views to urban retreats with access to the Trolley — or both! Let knowledgeable professionals help you with sales, leasing or property management. Stay San Diego is located in downtown San Diego's Gaslamp Quarter. Stay San Diego |
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Dine in the Spirit of Mexico
at Diane Powers'
Festive Restaurants!
Enjoy flavorful Mexican fare around San Diego County at Diane Powers’ collection of colorful restaurants. At Bazaar del Mundo Shops, a beautiful entry to San Diego’s Old Town community, experience sun-splashed days and chile-inspired nights at Casa Guadalajara. The venue is famous for sizzling fajitas, tantalizing handmade tortillas and birdbath margaritas. In North County’s Carlsbad, Casa de Bandini welcomes guests onto its lush patio or inside its vibrant dining room. Enjoy award-winning seafood dishes, traditional combination plates, creative and healthy Mexican salads, and much more. At Casa Sol y Mar east of Del Mar, homemade dressings, salsas and sauces are prepared daily, along with hot corn and flour tortillas made by hand, right in view of delighted patrons. And in East County’s La Mesa, life is always a fiesta at Casa de Pico, which echoes the vibrancy of Old Mexico with its splashing fountains, beautiful patios, strolling mariachis and festive décor. Savor these San Diego favorites, open daily. |
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Fall in Love With Great Deals Offered By Cross Border Xpress!
Take advantage of great winter deals offered by Cross Border Xpress, the Tijuana Airport Terminal in San Diego!
• Booking that warm winter escape has never been easier with 20 percent off your roundtrip Cross Border Xpress ticket when you visit a Mexican beach destination. Head to the CBX San Diego ticket counter and show the above image with the QR code, along with your boarding pass, to any participating destination (Loreto, Mazatlán, Puerto Vallarta, San Jose del Cabo, La Paz, Cancún, Zihuatanejo, Huatulco or Acapulco). Valid from Feb. 1-March 31.
• Planning a romantic trip to Mexico? This Valentine’s Day, get a single-trip ticket for only $14 USD when using Cross Border Xpress! To redeem, use promo code: CBXLOVE at checkout when purchasing your ticket. Valid Feb. 14 only; only available online, not valid for ticket purchase at counters.
• Famous for its fresh seafood, sunny beaches and annual Carnaval de Mazatlán, Sinaloa is a must-visit destination on the west coast of Mexico. From Feb. 1-Feb. 29, fly to any Sinaloa destination (Mazatlan or Culiacan) and get 20 percent off your roundtrip CBX ticket! Passengers must show valid boarding pass to participating destinations to redeem this offer. Valid at CBX San Diego counters only.
• Get a FREE southbound CBX ticket when you park and cross to the Tijuana International Airport. Just show your parking ticket and boarding pass at the CBX San Diego counters when you purchase your northbound CBX ticket to redeem. Valid until March 15, 2020.
Buy One, Get One Free CBX Single or Round-trip ticket here |
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Enter the Wonderfully Puzzling World of 'Mindbender Mansion' at Fleet Science Center!
Enter the wonderfully puzzling world of “Mindbender Mansion,” the new fun and unconventional exhibit at the Fleet Science Center. Iindividual and group activities include:
• Racing the clock to answer trivia questions by hopping on letters that light up.
• Collaborating with a team to tilt a table in different directions in a larger-than-life version of the steel ball labyrinth game.
• Trying to stay calm while filling dinner trays as fast as you can in a moving conveyor belt.
"Mindbender Mansion" is open through April 19, 2020. For 20 percent off regular admission to the Fleet Science Center, click here |
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Choose From Pizza, Pasta, Subs, Salads and More at Leucadia Pizzeria!
Choose from over 20 piping-hot pizzas at Leucadia Pizzeria & Italian Restaurants' locations in Encinitas and University Town Center/La Jolla, as well as Leucadia Pizza Kitchen (Delivery and Take-out only) in Carlsbad and Point Loma. Aside from their famous pizzas (with a choice of gluten-free crust), the restaurants are known for delicious pastas, entrées, subs, salads and desserts. Each location has a full selection of cocktails, wine and local beers on draft and Happy Hour runs 4-7 p.m. Monday-Friday. Both La Jolla and Encinitas restaurants include large patios, perfect for casual banquets! For reservations, delivery or catering, call the location nearest to you. Or stay at home and order online! They deliver! Leucadia Pizzeria & Italian Restaurants |
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The Super Dentists Have Opened A New Office in Escondido!
The Super Dentists are SUPER excited to announce that their newest office at 390 West Valley Parkway in Escondido is NOW OPEN and has started seeing patients! The Escondido location has all of the amenities, dental expertise and technology you’ve come to expect from The Super Dentists, plus a one-of-a-kind SUPER Slide and newly designed VIP/VIT (Very Important Parents/Very Important Teens) lounges. The Super Dentists are currently seeing patients for pediatrics, orthodontics and parent dentistry. Email the practice at webcontact@thesuperdentists.com, via text at 1-844-765-1234 or call 1-855-GO-SUPER! to schedule your visit! New Pediatric Patients Can Get a FREE Augmented Reality Toothbrush here
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Enjoy Fresh and Healthy
Cuisine at Lanna Thai!
Delight in elegant ambiance and a deliciously imaginative menu at Lanna Thai Cuisine in Pacific Beach. Lanna Thai offers light and healthy Thai cuisine with homemade recipes passed through generations. Stop in for a memorable lunch or dinner daily. Lanna Thai Cuisine |
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Shop and Dine at Fiesta de Reyes in Old Town!
Whether it’s the authentic Mexican food of Casa de Reyes, the bold yet sophisticated fare of Barra Barra Saloon, the afternoon tea at Cosmopolitan Hotel and Restaurant or a unique gift for someone special, experience what Fiesta de Reyes is all about: great food, fantastic atmosphere and an experience to remember. Call 619-297-3000 or visit Fiesta de Reyes online |
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Learn About Cannibals, Read Local Secrets at the San Diego Museum of Man
Unearth a world of adventure at the San Diego Museum of Man, the impressive cultural anthropology museum in beautiful Balboa Park. Visitors can learn about how we live with animals, explore thousands of years of beer history, delve into assumptions about race, and much more. Visitors can also explore the limited-time exhibit, " Cannibals: Myth & Reality," for a thought-provoking look at a little-known side of humanity to discover who cannibals really are. The museum’s newest exhibit, " PostSecret," weaves together original postcard secrets from Frank Warren’s longtime community arts project, “PostSecret,” and local secrets from San Diegans in an immersive, intimate space. See San Diego from new heights on a tour of the iconic California Tower beginning in January 2020. San Diego Museum of Man |
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Play Classic Arcade Games,
Laser Frenzy and More
at City Fun Center!
Get in the game at City Fun Center, filled with blasts from the past like PAC-MAN and Space Invaders, plus new pulse-pounding pursuits like Time Freak, Laser Frenzy and Laser Tag. Along with driving, video and pinball games, the family-friendly venue also offers Connect 4 Basketball, mini-bowling, two- and four-player air hockey, a cafe and five party rooms (one that even glows in the dark!) City Fun Center is the perfect place for parties, school groups, day camps, civic associations, religious groups, and other organizations with a private room for up to 100 guests. Recapture some memories and make new ones at this exciting attraction for kids of all ages! Enjoy Free Admission with the Purchase of a $10 Game Card Here |
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Dine On the Patio
at Anthony's Fish Grotto!
Catch a bite at this East County oasis and landmark, serving famous clam chowders, seasonal fresh catches and crispy fish and chips with secret recipes developed by founder Catherine “Mama” Ghio. A La Mesa fixture, Anthony’s features a bucolic setting on a small private pond with an aquatic décor, a pretty patio, a bocce ball court, private cabana, and a dog-friendly dining area. A beautiful semi-private banquet room can also be reserved. Enjoy lakeside views while exploring an extensive menu that also includes succulent lobster, steaks and chicken, salads and pastas. Read more about Anthony's here |
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Savor A Sweet Treat
at Hob Nob Hill!
Swing by for a sweet treat or a hearty home cooked meal at Hob Nob Hill on Valentine's Day! A San Diego landmark serving classic American cuisine since 1944, Hob Nob Hill serves coffee cake like your grandmother made, omelettes and fresh-baked pastries, bacon waffles, fresh-roasted turkey dinner, potato skins, patty melts, slow-roasted prime rib served Thursday-Sunday, chicken and dumplings and more that keep San Diegans coming back. Enjoy breakfast served all day, as well as bottomless mimosas (limit of six) and daily specials. Find this hearty slice of Americana at the corner of First and Juniper, in the beautiful Bankers Hill neighborhood. Hob Nob Hill |
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Celebrate With Your
Valentine at Marieta's!
Satisfy your South-of-the-Border cravings at Marieta's, a Mexican favorite that customers have loved for generations. The family-owned restaurant is known for its authentic cuisine prepared with quality ingredients, sauces and dressings. Marieta's has three East County locations (La Mesa, El Cajon, Santee), all offering tacos, burritos and tostadas as well as many delicious combination platters (served with rice and beans). Popular menu choices include sizzling fajitas (beef, chicken, shrimp and combination), Enchilada Suizas (with homemade green sauce and sour cream) and Pollo Sonora. Don't miss their lunch specials from 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Mon.-Fri., Sunday Champagne Brunch from 9 a.m.-2 p.m including a free glass of champagne or margarita, and Marieta's famous Happy Hour 2-6 p.m. Mon.-Sat. featuring one free appetizer plus specials prices on house margaritas; Happy Hour prices all day Mon.-Tues. Open daily. Be sure to visit their newest location in Alpine. Marieta's |
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Shop the Old Town Harney Street Market Every Weekend!
Step into history while exploring Old Town San Diego, known as the birthplace of California. Old Town encompasses a State Historic Park, which contains original adobe buildings and restored sites, recalling the Mexican-American period of 1821-1872. The Old Town Chamber of Commerce helps organize many Old Town events, including the annual multi-day Cinco de Mayo celebration. Not to be missed is the chamber’s Old Town Harney Street Market, featuring handmade works from local artisans 9 a.m.-4:30 p.m. every Sat.-Sun. For more information, contact the Old Town Chamber of Commerce at (619) 291-4903 or visit the Chamber online |
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Shop, Stroll and Dine at Seaport Village!
Stroll about, savor delicious fare and find eclectic souvenirs and gifts at downtown’s Seaport Village. There are 50-plus diverse shops, 13 unique eateries and four bayside restaurants along with four miles of meandering cobblestone pathways plus a quarter-mile slate boardwalk along the San Diego Bay. Live music is also part of the fun. Learn more about Seaport Village here |
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Savor Pizza, Pasta, Soups, Salads and More at Gregorio's!
Break bread with friends and family at Gregorio’s Italian Restaurant, situated on the second level of the seaside shopping plaza Village Faire in Carlsbad. Open daily for lunch and dinner, Gregorio’s robust menu features everything from pasta primavera to specialty thin-crust pizzas, plus soups, salads and sandwiches. Seafood, chicken and grilled items such as the artfully prepared filet mignon round out the menu. The restaurant's new lunch menu is offered 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Monday through Friday. Call (760) 720-1132 or visit Gregorio’s online. |
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See the Sights on the COASTER, SPRINTER
or BREEZE!
Sit back, relax, and enjoy the ride with North County Transit District! NCTD’s services includes the scenic north-south COASTER commuter train, east-west SPRINTER hybrid rail, BREEZE bus network, FLEX on-demand service, and LIFT ADA Paratransit. In addition to transporting nearly 11 million passengers throughout North San Diego annually, the COASTER and SPRINTER offer a great way to enjoy some inexpensive sightseeing. The COASTER’s double-decker cars traverse the beautiful coastline between downtown San Diego and Oceanside all day long, with stops near beaches, restaurants, and boutiques. The modern and sleek SPRINTER whisks riders past traffic between Oceanside and Escondido with most stations leaving you at the doorstep of theaters, restaurants, and shopping centers. For fares and schedules, visit NCTD online |
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Eat, Play and Shop
in Ocean Beach!
Groove to the beat of this eclectic California beach community, famous for its half-mile long fishing pier, OB Street Fair & Chili Cook-Off, OB Oktoberfest, weekly OB Farmer’s Market (Wednesdays 4-8pm) and OB Holiday Parade. Start any visit to “OB” at the Ocean Beach MainStreet Association on Bacon Street. Smiling staffers can recommend favorite eateries, tasting rooms, shops, entertaining events and specialty services. Looking to grab a bite? Pick up fresh Italian fare at Leucadia Pizzeria, a take-out and delivery eatery in nearby Point Loma. Celebrating a special occasion? Order a wedding or other special occasion cake from European Cake Gallery, originators of the now famous “Swiss Black Forest” cake. The shop also produces sweet treats like cupcakes, lemons bars and butter cookies. Down by the pier, enjoy OB’s endless sunsets along with a cool cone from Lighthouse Ice Cream, featuring 39 flavors of the sweet treat — both traditional hard scoop and soft serve. Looking for fun in the sun? Check out Dog Beach, where canines cavort in the sand and surf. Afterward, dog owners venture to the do-it-yourself Dog Beach Dog Wash to clean up their furry friends. Send out a postcard and take care of shipping and printing needs at Ocean Beach Business Center, then start a dream home search with Catrina Russell. Ocean Beach MainStreet Association |
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