Lick the Plate
Cupcake heaven at Yummy Cupcakes in Encinitas
OK, I’m going to admit up front that I’ve always been a bit skeptical of stores dedicated solely to cupcakes.
Italian goodness at Davanti Enoteca in Del Mar
When our server at Davanti came out with the Fall menu and their signature cocktail, the Davanti Spritz, I knew we were in for a treat.
Chopped Salad taken to another level at ZIGZAG Pizza Pie in Oceanside
The Cohn Restaurant Group opens restaurants so quickly these days it’s tough to keep up with them.
Healthy meets delicious at Nekter Juice Bar
I love to eat healthy but unfortunately it’s not always an option given our fast-paced lifestyles and the plethora of not-so-healthy fast food options.
San Diego Bay Wine & Food Festival
I am as guilty as anyone of not venturing outside of our cool North County coastal bubble, especially now that we have some decent restaurants.
Keep it spicy Encinitas — at Savory Spice Shop
OK, I’ll admit, I was a bit skeptical of the need for a spice-centric store in my life.
Islands has a tropical flair and fabulous burgers
When Islands founder Tony DeGrazier stepped off the beaches of Oahu after a day of surfing with his Navy buddies in the early 60s, he did what came naturally to him.
Plenty cooking at museum’s new interactive food exhibit
It seems that young kids these days know way more about food and all things culinary than I ever did at that age.
A taste of Bavaria at OktoberWest
Leave it to the culinary team at Bistro West and West Steak and Seafood to come up with an original spin on the traditional Oktoberfest celebration.
Explore the flavors of Jamaica at Jamroc
When I think of Jamaica, the first things that come to mind are reggae, tropical lushness, Usain Bolt and Red Stripe beer.
