Want to avoid raising an iPad kid? Get them a place to pretend. But options like backyard playhouses are often clunky, mass-produced plastic structures in garish red and yellow, an eyesore against a thoughtfully designed home. Jihyun Kang Butler saw the problem and set out to change it.With two youn

Porches and patios both create outdoor living spaces, but they serve different purposes and have distinct structural features. Whether you’re planning to build or simply want to identify what you have, here’s a quick guide to help you understand the difference between a porch and a patio. FeaturePor

Father’s Day is an oft forgotten sequel to Mother’s Day celebrations known for lavish bouquets, decadent brunches, and bottomless mimosas. But what do dads get? A “best dad” mug, a shaving kit, or maybe a bottle of imported whiskey if you’re lucky. Let’s mix it up this year, and celebrate Dad in sty

This weekend in San Diego is filled to the brim with good eats and fun festivals. Enjoy unlimited dairy and drinks at the Cheese & Libation Expo, chow down at an LSU alumni–led seafood boil at Waterfront Park, and explore the interactive Taste San Diego exhibition at the San Diego History Center. Mu

It may feel a bit cold and cloudy right now thanks to May grey, but warmer weather is fast approaching. And summer is the best time to head to the coast for all your hiking and walking. But don’t let our regularly temperate weather fool you, it can quickly get very hot as you get just 10 miles off t

Along the San Dieguito River, nestled in Del Mar’s drying brush and quiet suburbia, sit acres of immaculate lawns. They might look like sod farms or the polo grounds they once were, but the fields comprise Surf Sports Park, the seat of a soccer empire.Surf Soccer began in 1977 as a club team for boy

I didn’t text my ex happy birthday. His day was coming up, almost two months after we had broken up. I thought about it a lot leading up to it, asked everyone I knew whether it was a good idea and waited for someone to give me the “yes” I was looking for. No matter how I worded it, no one obliged.I

In spring in San Ángel, on the outskirts of Mexico City, lavender jacaranda trees line cobblestone streets that run past Spanish Colonial buildings from the 17th century, such as a tile-domed monastery and many mansions where Gilded Age types once lived. A weekend retreat for the wealthy for decades

You’ve seen a play before, of course—donned your evening best, collected your program, and settled into plush seats as the lights fell. But what if you’re looking for—in the words of Monty Python—something completely different?Enter the weird and wonderful San Diego International Fringe Festival, an

You’ve seen a play before, of course—donned your evening best, collected your program, and settled into plush seats as the lights fell. But what if you’re looking for—in the words of Monty Python—something completely different?Enter the weird and wonderful San Diego International Fringe Festival, an

This weekend’s weather is expected to side-step the May gray for a few warm and sunny days, making it the perfect time to roam San Diego for things to do. Seasonal shoppers can find unique hand-crafted items in abundance at the San Diego Spring Made Market in La Mesa Village and Bernardo Winery’s an

If there’s one thing we humans are good at, it’s storytelling. Long before there were local magazines, open mic nights, or Netflix original series, people were finding meaning in the natural world and sharing stories with fellow believers. Even something as distant and esoteric as stars have become

On May 15, Chula Vista’s new mega resort, the $1.3 billion Gaylord Pacific Resort & Convention Center, is set to open its doors. Thirteen years after the Chula Vista Bayfront Master Plan (CVBMP)—a decade-long joint planning effort by the Port of San Diego, the City of Chula Vista, and Pacifica Compa

On May 15, Chula Vista’s new mega resort, the $1.6 billion Gaylord Pacific Resort & Convention Center, is set to open its doors. Thirteen years after the Chula Vista Bayfront Master Plan (CVBMP)—a decade-long joint planning effort by the Port of San Diego, the City of Chula Vista, and Pacifica Compa

The fourth annual Wonderfront Festival returns to San Diego’s Embarcadero Marina from May 16–18 this year. Since launching in 2019, the festival has grown steadily—bringing bigger names, wider audiences, and more reasons for San Diego music lovers to celebrate.Its inaugural year featured Slightly St

Defined by its beach culture, the North County neighborhood of Encinitas is known for its optimal surf conditions, laid back vibe, and six miles of coastline. In its downtown located along Highway 101, you’ll find eclectic restaurants, beach-inspired shops, and historic architecture, flanked by the

Food excursions, springtime festivals, and gearhead gatherings are among the many things to do this weekend, but the events don’t stop there. San Diegans can ring in Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month with the opening of Thumbprint Gallery’s AAPI Exhibition and a collaborative market

James Thorp has done the bar and restaurant song-and-dance in downtown San Diego. He’s done it in Pacific Beach. He’s been all over San Diego, working in hospitality for decades. And this May he’s headed to Escondido with his latest project, Upper East (155 E. Grand Ave).Thorp says Upper East will b

May in San Diego means longer days, blooming flowers, and a calendar full of can’t-miss events. This month, locals can sip bottomless mimosas at San Diego Magazine’s Brunch Bash or crack crawfish shells at Gator by the Bay. Music lovers can two-step their way through The Outlaw Festival or vibe with

On March 13, the Downtown San Diego Partnership’s annual Create the Future Awards brought together civic and business leaders to spotlight the people, projects, and initiatives shaping the future of the city’s urban core. Held as both a celebration and a fundraiser, the evening featured the debut of