The Cork & Craft: Where craft beer, house wine meet culinary art
Where else can you enjoy craft beer, house-made wine, and a chef-driven menu all under one roof? The Cork & Craft at Abnormal is San...
Columns
Shaun Tomson: Leader of a revolution
In the mid-1970s, the surfing world was suffering from a hangover after the mid-60s “shortboard revolution” began growing stale. The leaders of the movement —...
Spring for the $20
At last night’s chamber of commerce event I met someone who helps 20-somethings plan for retirement. Her business card had basic contact information, disclaimers in...
Perky’s flaky pies, savory curries highlight South African fare
My introduction to Perky’s came a few years back when I decided to host a party and serve up Michigan Upper Peninsula-style pasties. For those...
Quest for the perfect pint of Guinness
The undisputed champion of St. Patrick’s Day libations is Guinness. However, after two trips to Ireland and extensive “boots on the ground” pub-by-pub research through...
Tuesday is surf history day
My great friend Woody Ekstrom (RIP) first told me about the Tuesday morning gathering a decade or so ago. He said that many of his...
Always something new to discover at Balboa Park
I’ve had a long-standing love affair with Balboa Park. Called the Jewel of San Diego for good reason, the park always gives forth something new,...
Modern art and AI: Words of the masters
In a sunlit studio in San Diego, an artist sits before a massive canvas, a brush poised between his fingers. His work is bold, abstract...
Good suppliers create heroes
I’ve spent seven years on the board of Chairmen’s RoundTable. There, dozens of high-level executives in every industry and discipline provide free business mentoring to...
Healthy reliance vs. dependence in relationships: A crucial balance for athletes
In sports, success often comes down to teamwork, trust, and support. Whether it’s a coach pushing you to your limits, a teammate holding you accountable,...
Getting to know Encinitas Mayor Bruce Ehlers
Bruce Ehlers, the newly elected Mayor of Encinitas, grew up in a family deeply involved in local politics. Born in Cincinnati and raised in Deerfield,...
Vista Farmers Market a good source for local products
On a visit to the local Vista Farmers Market on Saturday at the North County Regional Center, it was a pleasure to see over 50...
Queenstown Village: A slice of New Zealand in La Jolla
With a Kiwi-inspired lineage and the spirit, love and good nature of the Māori, NZ Eats Group welcomes guests to experience a taste of New...
The endless ride of Dale Dobson
It doesn’t seem possible that Dale Dobson is gone. I mean, he was so strong and had such great endurance — one of the best...
Five years of relative obscurity
In 2002 I moved to San Diego. I knew nobody here but nursed my existing East Coast clientele while getting established. Three years later I...