July 10, 2015, San Diego City Beat

If you're a cheese fanatic—like myself—you’re familiar with Venissimo Cheese , and its four locations in San Diego. But what you may not be aware of is its Academy of Cheese classes with some designed for wine lovers, too.

Last month I attended Venissimo’s “...

Updated 5/15/15 at 5:15pm: Salsa Under the Stars is still happening tonight despite earlier rain. We'll see you at 6pm!

Join the Manny Cepeda Orchestra for a night of salsa dancing under the Headquarters stars. No partner or dancing experience required. Cost: Complimentary

If you'd like to take a break from dancing, please...

January 16, 2015 San Diego City Beat

An old police headquarters and boutique shop; sommelier and chocolate maker; champagne and fine chocolate: These things may not seem perfect pairings, but Dallmann Confections proves that each of the duos work together well.

Owner Isabella Valencia and husband / sommelier Jayson Knack host...

The Headquarters shops and restaurants will be open 10 am – 6 pm on Christmas Eve. The center will be closed on Christmas Day with the exception of Starbucks which will be open 7 am – 3 pm and Sunglass Hut which will be open 10 am - 3 pm.

The Headquarters will be open regular hours, 10 am – 9 pm on New Year’s...