Perched on the cliffs of Santorini’s iconic Caldera, this boutique hotel designed by Kapsimalis Architects blends modern hospitality with the timeless charm of Oia’s whitewashed architecture. The project integrates an old cave house with a newly built complex of five stepped rooms, carefully positio

This weekend, savor the unique local experiences that San Diego has to offer, from the comfort dishes of San Diego Soul Food Fest to the unpredictable world-premiere production of the wulfeater. The five-day Tiki Oasis, which begins Wednesday, is the world’s biggest hangout for tiki enthusiasts, whi

Every year for the Best of San Diego issue, we ask readers to nominate and vote for a San Diego classic restaurant they want food critic Troy Johnson to review. Whichever they vote for, he goes. Last year, they sent him to Rocky’s Crown Pub. This year… Mexican classic, El Indio. The Perfect Order: T

Southern California real estate giant Irvine Company is further retreating from downtown San Diego with the recent sale of a west Broadway skyscraper, offloading the office property for less than half of what it paid for the building nearly 20 years ago. Last week, Santa Monica-based commercial real

At just four meters wide, the Slim Fit house by Ana Rocha Architecture demonstrates how smart design can turn a micro footprint into a livable home. Located in Almere Poort, Netherlands, this three-story timber structure offers 50 square meters of living space on a 16-square-meter base—smaller than

San Diego is offering its nearly empty and poorly maintained municipal building on the edge of the Civic Center for sale or lease with the goal of receiving a handsome return, although developer interest in the site is expected to be muted. On Thursday, San Diego’s Economic Development Department pu

The Padres were supposed to be a mess this year. But thanks to an unstoppable start, star power veterans, and some of the best young talent in the league, this has been a season to binge. When it comes to a World Series run, fans may still sometimes feel like cats in a room full of rocking chairs, b

Located near the Gulf of Finland, Delo House 3.2 is a prefabricated timber-frame home developed by Delo Studio. The linear structure sits on a raised site and includes both a main house and a detached annex, connected by a larch-wood terrace that frames a small courtyard. The main building features

Lib Work’s new Model B house in Kumamoto, Japan, pushes sustainable construction forward by 3D-printing a 100-square-meter home using a cement-free mix of soil, lime, and natural fibers. The design reduces CO₂ emissions by 50% compared to concrete and is fully biodegradable. Equipped with solar pane

What do fresh sandwiches, frosty lemonade, and a sun-soaked afternoon all have in common? They’re the holy trinity of a perfect picnic—and San Diego just happens to be the ultimate stage. With rolling green lawns and cliffside ocean perches, America’s Finest City is basically a picnic paradise. Whet

We asked, you answered. Here are the winners our readers chose as the Best of San Diego 2025. Click on the categories below to jump to your favorite lists. Beauty & Cosmetic | Fitness | Food & Drink | Health & Wellness | Home & Garden | Kids | People | Pets | Professional Services | Shopping | Trave

I wasn’t sure I’d ever feel butterflies for someone again. When my long-term relationship ended last year, I couldn’t have imagined that in several months’ time I’d be trading messages and stories, laughing over new inside jokes and finding so many points of connection with someone like Robin (not h

What if a wind turbine could become your next home? That’s exactly the vision behind Blade-Made’s latest projecta micro house built inside a decommissioned wind turbine nacelle. This bold concept reimagines industrial waste as cozy, off-grid living. Dutch studio Blade-Made, co-founded by architect J

By ALEX VEIGA, AP Business Writer The average rate on a 30-year U.S. mortgage eased to where it was three weeks ago, modest relief for prospective homebuyers challenged by rising home prices and stubbornly high borrowing costs. Related Articles Long-delayed over-the-water restaurant opens at Seaport

From revamped icons, FOMO-inducing bakeries, and booze-fueled workouts to legendary local athletes, mega retail openings, and ways to get your kids out of the house, here’s our annual guide to the best of the best in the city, according to us and you. Click the photos below to see our full list in e

From revamped icons, FOMO-inducing bakeries, and booze-fueled workouts to legendary local athletes, mega retail openings, and ways to get your kids out of the house, here’s our annual guide to the best of the best in the city, according to us and you. Click the photos below to see our full list in e

Best Place to Shop for a Cause Thread Spun Much as you’ll want to, you can’t move into Thread Spun, a sustainably minded Encinitas boutique on North Coast Highway. But you can stock up on beautifully made, thoughtfully curated homewares, apparel, accessories, personal care items, and goodies for kid

Best Place to Shop for a Cause Thread Spun Much as you’ll want to, you can’t move into Thread Spun, a sustainably minded Encinitas boutique on North Coast Highway. But you can stock up on beautifully made, thoughtfully curated homewares, apparel, accessories, personal care items, and goodies for kid

Best Semicentennial San Diego Foundation The San Diego Foundation (SDF) celebrated its 50th anniversary with proclamations from 15 cities and the County of San Diego, declaring May 28 as San Diego Foundation Day and launching a new campaign. It was also named Nonprofit of the Year by State Senator A

Best Semicentennial San Diego Foundation The San Diego Foundation (SDF) celebrated its 50th anniversary with proclamations from 15 cities and the County of San Diego, declaring May 28 as San Diego Foundation Day and launching a new campaign. It was also named Nonprofit of the Year by State Senator A