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Ten years, five chefs, one legendary table—where Burgundy’s finest meets the art of friendship. An evening a decade in the making—join Les Amis de Bernard for an extraordinary 10th anniversary celebration, featuring the rare elegance of Louis Latour Signature wines. Five acclaimed chefs—Suzette Gresham, Bernard Guillas, Katsuya Fukushima, Aron Schwartz, and Rafa Corniel—unite to craft a once-in-a-lifetime culinary journey where friendship, artistry, and Burgundy’s finest meet in perfect harmony. The 21st annual San Diego Food + Wine Festival, Nov 2–9, 2025. San Diego Food + Wine Festival | San Diego on Facebook / Instagram / TikTok

Join us for an exclusive evening with Napa Valley’s David Arthur Winery for a luxurious 5‑course dinner at San Diego’s iconic Mr. A’s. For 60 years this year, Mr. A’s has defined elevated dining in San Diego—housed in the historic Manchester Building, offering sweeping 180° views of the skyline, bay, Coronado, and beyond. Founded in 1985 by David Arthur Long and now helmed alongside his daughter Laura, David Arthur produces small‑lot, terroir‑driven wines known for their depth, structure, and vineyard expression. For this special dinner, David Arthur himself will pour and share stories behind each wine, showcasing varietals like Cabernet Sauvignon, Meritage blends, and Chardonnay crafted from ultra-premium volcanic soils. Set within Mr. A’s refined, newly refreshed dining rooms, guests will enjoy a custom menu by Executive Chef Stéphane Voitzwinkler. The evening blends Napa elegance with San Diego sophistication, creating a memorable culinary moment that celebrates family heritage, vineyard terroir, and elevated hospitality. Includes: - An intimate reception with sparkling wine Five thoughtfully paired courses - Presentation and storytelling by David Arthur - Full-service dining experience in one of San Diego’s top fine‑dining destinations with expansive views of San Diego’s bay and skyline Anticipated Wine List: (subject to change) - 2022 Napa Valley Chardonnay - 2024 Annalyce Rose - 2024 Quatro Pritchard Hill - 2021 Old Vine CS Pritchard Hill Estate - 2021 Le Boucher Pritchard Hill Estate - 2021 Elevation 1147 CS Pritchard Hill Estate Secure your seat at the table for an unforgettable night. Tax and gratuity included. Seating is extremely limited. San Diego Food + Wine Festival on Facebook / Instagram

The Grand Fiesta is the unforgettable finale of the San Diego Food + Wine Festival! Immerse yourself in a vibrant celebration of the rich cross-border culinary and cultural influence of Latin America on Southern California, featuring award-winning chefs creating world class cuisine, exceptional wines, craft beer, traditional and unique spirits of Mexico, and breathtaking, larger-than-life art installations. Stroll through the park filled with engaging experiences, savoring expertly crafted dishes from top chefs across San Diego, Southern California, and Baja. Enjoy captivating live music, engage in cultural conversations, and attend demonstrations that delve into the fascinating world of Mexican spirits and traditional culinary dishes. The 21st annual San Diego Food + Wine Festival, Nov 2–9, 2025. San Diego Food + Wine Festival | San Diego on Facebook / Instagram / TikTok

The Senate has given final passage to the annual National Defense Authorization Act, which raises troop pay by 3.8%. It also pressures Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth to provide lawmakers with video of strikes on alleged drug boats near Venezuela.

The awe-inspiring San Diego Bay plays host to the Grand Tasting at the Port of San Diego, a picture perfect celebration of everything delicious. The Grand Tasting is the city’s biggest foodie party of the year, featuring celebrated chefs and restaurants, domestic and international wine, beer and spirit purveyors, and gourmet food companies amidst a stunning coastal backdrop with sailboats floating by. Indulge in a gastronomic playground of opportunity with over 200 wineries, breweries and spirit purveyors to sip from and over 80 of the West Coast and Baja’s top chefs and restaurants serving up creative and diverse cuisine to taste through. Experience gourmet foods, art, live musical entertainment, and the thrilling “Chef of the Fest Competition,” an action-packed culinary showdown where chefs battle it out for your vote to be crowned “2025 People’s Choice – Chef of the Fest”, earn bragging rights for a year, a plaque to prove it, and up to $5,000 in cash and prizes. The 21st annual San Diego Food + Wine Festival, Nov 2–9, 2025. San Diego Food + Wine Festival | San Diego on Facebook / Instagram / TikTok

The Pentagon is considering a plan that would lease parts of Camp Pendleton, we tell you why. Then, we hear from Will Rodriguez-Kennedy who is back as the head of the San Diego Democratic Party. And, a psychiatric hospital set for North County just lost a chunk of funding. Plus, just weeks before the new Terminal 1 opens at San Diego International, one airline is opting out.

All are invited to the 2025 Fellowship Forum - a showcase of cinematic creativity produced by Fellows of the Suraj Israni Center for Cinematic Arts at UC San Diego. Fellowships are a cornerstone of The Suraj Israni Center for Cinematic Arts, fostering engagement, exploration, and innovation in film. They support students, faculty, and staff from across the UC San Diego academic community, providing funding or access to professional production equipment, helping bring bold cinematic ideas to life. The Fellowship Forum shines a spotlight on the diverse artistic visions and contemplative research produced by the fellows, offering audiences an inspiring look into the creative work shaping the future of cinematic arts. The event will feature a dynamic three-part program, blending film clips with lively panel discussions in 40-minute sessions, concluding with a reception of light refreshments. This event is free and open to the public. Please RSVP! 2025 Featured Fellows: - Jamil Baldwin – Faculty: Visual Arts / FILM: "OWED" - Sophia Cleary – Graduate Student: Visual Arts / FILM: "A Doll's House" - James DeLisio '25 – Alumni: Cognitive Science, Film Studies / FILM: "Lobsteropolis" - Lennon Lilienthal- Wynn '25 – Alumni: Visual Arts – Media / FILM: "Killjoy" - Alexander Lowe '25 – Alumni: Visual Arts – Media / FILM: "If It's Not Love" - Wentao Ma – Graduate Student: Literature / RESEARCH: "Towards A Theory of Media Care in East Asia" - Myles Ortiz-Green – Graduate Student: Music / FILM: "The Month Between April and May" - Blake Riesenfeld – Undergraduate Student: Visual Arts – Media / FILM: "Closure" - Joe Riley – Graduate Student: Visual Arts, Interdisciplinary Environmental Research / FILM: "R/V: Research Vessel" - Jorge Sánchez Cruz – Faculty: Literature / RESEARCH: "The Queer Sonic in Teo Hernández" - Hande Sever – Graduate Student: Visual Arts / FILM: "In Search of 'My Beloved Pauline'" - Robert Twomey – Faculty: Visual Arts, Arthur C. Clarke Center for Human Imagination / FILM: "Becoming BFFs: Developing Cinematic Autoethnography with a Robot Dog" >> Preview Projects Online: https://surajisranicenter.ucsd.edu/events/fellowship-forum/2025/index.html Suraj Israni Center for Cinematic Arts on Instagram

The U.S. has registered over half a million clinical trials since 2000. Here's a look at the business and ethics of human medical experimentation through the eyes of a volunteer.

NPR is tracking the record number of congressional lawmakers — now more than 1 in 10 current members — who have announced plans to retire or run for a different office in 2026.

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