Mary Beth Abate

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San Diego

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Events

It’s the dead of winter in San Diego, which means, well, nothing really.

Everything Fun You Can Do in San Diego This Weekend

Find the best spots daily to eat and drink in hipster neighborhoods. Hit the roof, drink a beer and eat delicious at top-tier restaurants. Plan your nightlife adventure with maps and reviews of unknown micro-brews, rooftop parties, and independent drink.

Best Restaurants & Bars - Places to Eat & Drink - Thrillist

Let’s be real: We love ramen 365 days a year, but there’s something about a bowl of chewy noodles in slow-cooked, umami-rich broth that tastes even better when it’s chilly out.

13 Essential Ramen Shops in San Diego to Warm You Up This Winter

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Travel

Explore adventure guides and design a custom itinerary for the destination of your choice in and around the city.

Best Travel Guides, Cool Hotels and Interesting Events - Thrillist

San Diego can feel like the promised land: the weather is always perfect, the people are always happy, and there’s a seemingly endless number of restaurants, breweries, and cultural events that pop up every weekend.

The Best Weekend Getaways from San Diego This Winter

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Lifestyle

Hard to believe, we know, but we checked the calendar and yes, it’s winter in San Diego.

10 San Diego Openings to Get Excited About in 2022

With 70 miles of coastline in San Diego County alone, along with Baja California and the whole Pacific Northwest, San Diegans enjoy a fresh seafood bounty that our landlocked counterparts can only dream of.

12 Essential Sushi Spots You Need to Know in San Diego

Beverage Director

Beverage Director: Find the Best Bars to Drink at in Your City

Drink

San Diego’s bar scene continues to amaze us with its resiliency—even after nearly two years of uncertainty they’re going full steam ahead, opening fabulous new hotspots and comforting us in our favorite old hangouts.

Where to Grab a Drink in San Diego Right Now

Vegetarians and vegans used to be relegated to the salad section of the menu, or choosing a baked potato or French fries to fill their bellies on a night out.

The Best Vegan & Vegetarian Restaurants in San Diego

Understory Bar

15 Ways to Celebrate New Year’s Eve in San Diego

Birch Aquarium at Scripps

Near-perfect weather and an abundance of entertaining and adventurous activities are at the top of the list of reasons to love living in San Diego, but it also makes planning date night especially challenging.

21 Awesome Winter Date Ideas in San Diego

20 San Diego Restaurants That Have Christmas Dinner Covered

One of the best parts of the holiday season is the chance to get together with family and friends, and we certainly missed that during the COVID-19 pandemic.

12 Awesome San Diego Restaurants for Large Parties

Liberty Station

The holiday season has arrived in San Diego, and with it comes a flurry of winter-inspired activities that you can enjoy with clear and sunny skies as your backdrop.

Mary’s Recent Articles

Everything Fun You Can Do in San Diego This Weekend

A new bistro, a hike with beer, and fish tacos for everyone!

13 Essential Ramen Shops in San Diego to Warm You Up This Winter

From traditional tonkotsu to inventive takes on this Japanese comfort food staple.

The Best Weekend Getaways from San Diego This Winter

Charming mountain towns, desert escapes, and Baja California adventures.

10 San Diego Openings to Get Excited About in 2022

From Caribbean-inspired cuisine to Cajun soul food, a new French bakery, and more.

12 Essential Sushi Spots You Need to Know in San Diego

From casual sushi counters to over-the-top omakase experiences.

Where to Grab a Drink in San Diego Right Now

From upcycled spirits to boozy ice cream, we’ve got you covered.

The Best Vegan & Vegetarian Restaurants in San Diego

You won’t miss the meat.

15 Ways to Celebrate New Year’s Eve in San Diego

Let’s give 2021 the sendoff it deserves.

21 Awesome Winter Date Ideas in San Diego

Get back out there.

20 San Diego Restaurants That Have Christmas Dinner Covered

Make reservations, you deserve it.

12 Awesome San Diego Restaurants for Large Parties

Everything’s more fun with friends.

26 Actually Cool Things to Do in San Diego This Winter

Even locals love this stuff.