If San Marcos–born company Plantible has its way, the story of food’s future will begin with two friends who met as kids in the Netherlands. Tony Martens Fekini was in agricultural commodity trading. Maurits van de Ven was an investment banker—but they wanted more. Could they start a company togethe

According to the American College of Sports Medicine, San Diego ranks among the nation’s top 15 fittest big cities. While we appreciate the qualitative proof, one only has to peek outside any given window in the city to see a swath of San Diegans jogging, biking, dog-walking, or taking to the seas w

San Diego FC’s first-ever home game, and the energy around it, mimicked Hirving “Chucky” Lozano’s left hamstring: A solid start, with a less-than-ideal finish.In the parking lots around Snapdragon Stadium, fans arrived as early as five hours before kickoff. Walking past rows of cars sounded like the

I ask Xander Schauffele if one of his goals this year is winning the Masters. In 2019, he finished second by a stroke to Tiger Woods. In 2021, Schauffele faltered late in the final round and had to settle for third. Could 2025 be the year he breaks through at golf’s most prestigious tournament? But

The 116th Anniversary Charity Ball transformed the Hotel del Coronado into a garden of generosity, uniting San Diego’s philanthropic leaders for an evening of glamour and purpose. Benefiting Rady Children’s Hospital’s Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU), the black-tie affair featured a formal dinne

Whether dancing to ’80s classics, throwing color in the air, or cruising through wine country, these nonprofit events let you give back while living your best life this month. Check out our list of the best charitable happenings in March.Whispering Winds Annual GalaMarch 1Kicking off the month with

With February winding down and the weather heating up, the signs of springtime’s imminent return are popping up all over San Diego. Beginning March 1, folks can see the floral spectacle of the Flower Fields at Carlsbad Ranch, while the spring edition of CRSSD Fest makes its two-day return this weeke

With February winding down and the weather heating up, the signs of springtime’s imminent return are popping up all over San Diego. Beginning March 1, folks can see the floral spectacle of the Flower Fields at Carlsbad Ranch, while the spring edition of CRSSD Fest makes its two-day return this weeke

For nearly a century, the House of Pacific Relations International Cottages has been a cultural anchor in San Diego’s Balboa Park, offering a vibrant glimpse into the traditions, food, and heritage of dozens of countries. More than just a collection of historic cottages, HPR is a community of volunt

Masonite, hardboard, and pressboard are names used interchangeably for a type of manufactured siding. Masonite is the name of the company that made most of the product. It discontinued production in 1998 after losing a billion-dollar class action lawsuit. No product manufactured by Masonite is avail

The new guard is here—and they came to play. San Diego FC‘s first-ever game ended with a shutout win against defending MLS champion LA Galaxy on Sunday, February 23. With the team headed to Snapdragon Stadium for their first home game on March 1, we put together a quick guide to MLS’s 30th franchise

On a corner of the Singing Hills golf club, out where El Cajon fades into chaparral, five soccer fields gleam in the sun, the grass as manicured as the putting greens they replaced. A two-story, state-of-the-art fieldhouse rises from the turf. Nearby sits a defunct resort, reopening this fall as stu

One day, you’re running a quiet small business, serving a loyal but modest customer base. The next, you’re overwhelmed—scrambling to fulfill an avalanche of orders, juggling media inquiries, and adjusting to a sudden flood of eager customers. All because of a single viral post.Social media’s power t

Spring is just around the corner, and San Diego is shaking off the winter chill. This month, the city comes alive with a packed lineup of events, from new theater productions for San Diego Theatre Month to lively St. Patrick’s Day celebrations and the highly anticipated San Diego FC home opener at S

Spring is just around the corner, and San Diego is shaking off the winter chill. This month, the city comes alive with a packed lineup of events, from new theater productions for San Diego Theatre Month to lively St. Patrick’s Day celebrations and the highly anticipated San Diego FC home opener at S

Hirving “Chucky” Lozano looked up from the left flank, the ball rolling toward his feet just outside the penalty area, then swung his famed right foot. The ball floated over six New York City FC defenders, and on the other end of the pass arrived Paddy McNair, who finished the play with a running he

Like many women, Kelly Zien never thought she’d be part of the breast cancer community, let alone speaking about patient advocacy to a lunch crowd. She was diligent—annual mammograms, no family history, no warning signs. Then, last August, she got the call. The one that turns the world on its axis a

Need a dose of culture this weekend? San Diego’s got events for that. Local musicians will fête two certified legends—Aretha Franklin and Bob Marley—with tributes. Meanwhile, fans of fine art will have much to feast their eyes on with a plethora of new exhibitions. And if movies are more your thing,

California is home to the most women-owned businesses in the country, and San Diego is a hot spot for women entrepreneurs. In March, we’re celebrating International Women’s Month by highlighting some of our favorite women-owned businesses throughout San Diego County—from food to flowers, photographe

Every year in the spring and fall, some of the EDM scene’s brightest stars descend upon downtown San Diego. Founded in 2015, CRSSD Festival now draws an average of 30,000 fans for two days of sunlit dancing at Waterfront Park. This spring’s event, taking place March 1 and 2, brings a lineup topped b