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San Diego's proximity to Mexico and rich Hispanic heritage has undeniably helped shape its gastronomic identity. From fast-casual taco shops to upscale Mexican cuisine and Mexican-American fusions to Spanish, Caribbean [...]

With 70 miles of coastline and six beach regions, numerous tourist attractions and near perfect weather year-round, it is no surprise that tourism is a major economic driver for San [...]

Cultura is not just a furniture dealership. According to the company, it is a partner in creating places where people love to work, live, learn and play. Briana Wilson, director [...]

Although big beer has been lurking around the craft beer neighborhood lately, it seems the latter isn't too worried about the presence of the former just yet.Similarly, although topics that [...]

While the commercial aviation industry has suspended or severely reduced its number of flights since mid-March, it appears that local private jet charter companies are seeing an uptick due to [...]

In September 2019, after 50 years in business as a premiere aerobics exercise and dance fitness program, Jazzercise Inc. launched its On-Demand portal via ondemand. jazzercise.com. Five months later, when [...]

Just last fall, Kailey Rowan, owner of Hardcore Fitness North County in Vista, which has five employees and over 430 members, had no idea what Employment Practices Liability Insurance (EPLI) [...]

In the last few years, an estimated SI billion has been spent on renovations and expansions of casinos in San Diego County. Last October, the Viejas Band of Kumeyaay Indians [...]

The high-end movie theater trend isn't new. In the early 2010s, as consumers searched for more experiential modes of entertainment, upscale cinemas that offer a plethora of amenities like reserved [...]

When the Del Mar Fairgrounds comes to mind, one may immediately think of horse races or the San Diego County Fair. And, rightfully so, as these are two of the [...]

The acronym is K.I.S.S. Or, 'keep it simple, stupid.' But. simple doesn't necessarily mean easy. Just ask Burger Lounge's President and CEO J. Dean Loring.The Burger Lounge concept may appear [...]

Clique Hospitality, the Las Vegas-based restaurant and nightlife hospitality group, is expanding its San Diego footprint. With about 400 employees locally, Clique Hospitality is scheduled to open Joya Organic Kitchen [...]

Aquacycl Inc., the inventor and manufacturer of a new wastewater treatment technology, has signed a long-term contract with a major food and beverage company. The terms of the deal were [...]

The $3.4 billion project to replace Terminal 1 at San Diego International Airport is progressing on several fronts, with construction begun and new financing in place. In December, the San [...]

VitaCup, the manufacturer of vitamin-infused coffee and/or tea pods, bags and instant sticks, continues to expand through new product development. Headquartered in Scripps Ranch, the company launched a selection of [...]

Curebound, a newly formed 501(C)(3) nonprofit, has lofty goals in the name of a good cause. Founded in 2013 as Padres Pedal the Cause, the organization legally changed its name [...]

A San Diego-based manufacturer of natural men's grooming products is capturing a bigger market share thanks to a newly-inked strategic growth partnership. Founded in 2016, H.I.M-istry Naturals has struck a [...]

Manscaped, the men's consumer lifestyle brand that specializes in grooming products, is going public via a special purpose acquisition company (SPAC) merger, according to the company's founder and CEO. The [...]

San Diego has been awarded many titles over the years, including the Craft Beer Capital of America and the city of tech start-ups. But as of this month, America's Finest [...]

Classy, the giving platform that helps nonprofits connect supporters with the causes they care about, has unlocked new business growth via its first acquisition. Earlier this month, the company announced [...]

The travel sector is in the midst of a strong recovery following the impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic, according to the San Diego Tourism Authority's recently-released San Diego Hotel Forecast [...]

With gyms across the nation forced to shut their doors last year as a result of COVID-19, home gyms became a more attractive option for those looking to stay healthy [...]

In June, during its monthly tally, the Downtown San Diego Partnership counted 1,157 homeless San Diegans and 389 tents. The nonprofit serves as the principal voice and driving force behind [...]

Progress continues to be made in the fight against airplane noise in San Diego. Just last month, the San Diego County Regional Airport Authority announced it would receive a total [...]

Paradise Hills, an underserved, urban neighborhood in Southeastern San Diego, is getting a community garden. This thanks to the efforts of local nonprofits Paradise Hills Foundation and Urban Corps of [...]

In the face of COVID-19, Before the Butcher Inc., the Otay Mesa-located plant-based meat manufacturer, has somewhat altered its business strategy. According to Danny O'Malley, president and founder, Before the [...]

Last month, two San Diego-based Latinas were honored for their leadership and for serving the Latino community. On Sept. 17, during its 64th Latino Leaders Luncheon Series, the Latino Leaders [...]

For the first time since March 2020 due to the global COVID-19 pandemic, the Port of San Diego has welcomed cruise passengers back. More Than 100 Cruise Calls On Oct.1, [...]

Hydralyte North America, founded in 2018 and headquartered in University Town Center, has significantly increased its sales volume the last 12 months. According to CEO Oliver Baker, this is a [...]

In 2020, Puppy Dogs & Ice Cream, a Del Mar-based children's book publishing company founded in 2017, sold 1.35 million books. This year so far, it is on track to [...]

Just last week, the Biden administration announced it would lift travel bans for fully vaccinated international travelers starting in November. This includes visitors from the U.K. and the EU, according [...]

Jack in the Box, the $1 billion fast food chain, has a strategic development plan in place to continue to scale and grow the brand. New CEO With new CEO [...]

Driven by consumer demand, the ready-to-drink category in the United States recorded growth of 62.3% in 2020, in spite - or as a result - of the pandemic. This according [...]

San Diego County will soon boast a new theme park; Sesame Place San Diego, a partnership between SeaWorld Entertainment Inc. and Sesame Workshop, has announced its opening date. Originally scheduled [...]

Brixton Inc. is expanding its brick-andmortar footprint. Headquartered in Oceanside, the privately-owned premium apparel and accessories brand recently opened a 1,600 square foot store in Long Beach. A third 1,600 [...]

Jazzercise Inc., the Carlsbad-based aerobics and dance fitness brand, continues to strategize to increase market share. Founded in 1969 by Judi Sheppard Missett, 77, Jazzercise has over 8,300 franchisees worldwide [...]

SeaWorld Entertainment, Inc. will soon set a new record. The Orlando, Fla.-based theme park, accredited zoo and aquarium is scheduled to open the tallest, fastest and longest dive coaster in [...]

San Diego-based Urban Kitchen Group, which consists of five Southern California Italian eateries, has launched a new division that will expand its market reach. Founded by Tracy Borkum in 1995, [...]

The Gary Sinise Foundation, headquartered in Los Angeles and with a focus on providing support for veterans and first responders, has opened its first West Coast chapter. To celebrate, the [...]

Nico Roulston, owner of the Candied Apple Cafe in Julian known for its breakfast options and barbecue dishes, says he doesn't serve his customers anything but wine in a can [...]

Qdoba Mexican Eats has no plans to leave San Diego. Post Jack-in-the-Box selling the fast casual brand to New York-based private equity fund Apollo Global Management Group for $305 million [...]

DINING: Takes Over Former 4,000 Square Foot Denny's Location Scott Slater, better known as the founder of burger chain Slater's 50/50, has a new culinary venture in the works. The [...]

TOURISM: 120,000 Attendees Expected at Farmers Insurance Open The Century Club of San Diego is welcoming back fans to the PGA Tour's Farmers Insurance Open, the annual professional golf tournament [...]

In 2020, the overall sunscreen category was down approximately 30%. But Carlsbad-based Coola LLC and sister company Bare Republic were two of only three brands to show year-over-year growth per [...]

Boochcraft, a local hard kombucha company with a reported revenue of over $ 10 million annually, is now available in the East Coast. Headquartered in Chula Vista and with 75 [...]

High Bluff Capital Partners LLC, a Del Mar-based private investment firm, has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire Church's Chicken, the Atlanta, Georgia, headquartered fast food restaurant chain that [...]

The San Diego Convention Center hosted its first event post-COVID-19 last week and the turn-out was promising. The SPIE Optics + Photonics event ran from Aug. 1 through Aug. 5. [...]

As of 2021, Gordon Ramsay's net worth is $220 million. Now, the multi-Michelin-starred chef, restaurateur and TV personality is bringing his culinary prowess to San Diego. Ramsay will debut a [...]

Two San Diego companies have made it through Walmart's Open Call. Yerbuzz, a hard verba mate beverage company headquartered in Miramar, and Sauce Goddess Gourmet LLC, a gourmet barbecue brand [...]

Suja Life, LLC, the Oceanside-based organic, cold-pressed juice company, has been sold. Founded in 2012, the company was acquired by Paine Schwartz Partners. The New York-based private equity firm, which [...]