Search results for

This weekend in the arts: Contemporary ballet by female choreographers; free theater, dance and poetry; Vivaldi; open artist studios; a desert arts festival; a photographic glimpse into guaranteed basic income and more.

New technology came to the border in Otay Mesa on Tuesday to deal with the old problem of pollution from semi-trucks entering the U.S.

The KPBS podcast 'Port of Entry' combines cuisine and borders in its fourth and newest season. Plus, each episode this season will be available in English and Spanish.

The U.S. Association of Blind Athletes held a team selection camp Oct. 27-30 at the Salt Creek Community Park Soccer Arena in Chula Vista.

Culinary Historians of San Diego will present “Foie Gras: The Divisive Delicacy,” by James Beard Award winner Andrew Coe, at 10:30 a.m. April 15, in the Neil Morgan Auditorium of the San Diego Central Library. We don’t agree about foie gras. The fattened liver of ducks or geese is either the “acme of gastronomy,” one of the most delicious and luxurious foods in the world, or it is the product of a cruel and inhumane feeding regime that must be halted immediately. Food historian Andrew Coe traces the dish from its roots in the ancient Middle East, to the shtetls of Eastern Europe and finally to today’s restaurant tables. In the 19th century, French cuisine and particularly pate de foie gras came to represent the pinnacle of elite dining — and also came to the attention of the burgeoning animal rights movement. Since then debate about this delicacy has ebbed and flowed around the world. Its production is now banned in many countries, while in France it remains “a protected cultural and gastronomical heritage,” In the United States, force-feeding is prohibited in some states, yet the dish continues to appear as a luxury item on many menus. The only certainty about the future is that the question of foie gras will remain unresolved. Andrew Coe is a writer and independent scholar. Andrew and his wife, Jane Ziegelman, are co-authors of “A Square Meal: A Culinary History of the Great Depression,” which won a James Beard award. His “Chop Suey: A Cultural History of Chinese Food in the United States,” was a James Beard award finalist and named one of the best food books of the year by the Financial Times. His latest book is “Pirate’s Gold: A Gilded Age Saga of Family, Money and (Maybe) Murder.” He has written articles and blog posts on everything from the ancient history of foie gras to indulging I the tastiest bread in New York City. Coe has appeared in documentaries such as the National Geographic Channel’s “Eat: The Story of Food” and “The Search for General Tso.” Andrew and his wife live in Brooklyn with their two children.

The electronic music producer's family and collaborators spent three years completing the album SOPHIE with the pieces she left behind after her death.

Join us for the grand opening celebration of Handel's Homemade Ice Cream's newest store right in the heart of San Diego State University (SDSU) on Thursday, May 2nd starting at 11 a.m.! Voted as the #1 Ice Cream on the Planet by National Geographic, Handel's is excited to bring its freshly made, handcrafted flavors to the expanding SDSU campus life. All guests who make a purchase will get a chance to spin the wheel to win amazing prizes, including Free Ice Cream for a Year, exclusive Handel’s T-shirts, free cones, frisbees, and loads of other swag! The new Handel’s store features 1,615 sq. ft with a walk-up service window. And will serve up local and seasonal flavors including Black Cherry, Buckeye, Coffee Chocolate Chip, Graham Central Station, Salty Caramel Truffle, and more. The store will offer pickup, delivery, and catering. For more information about the SDSU Handel’s, visit: handelsicecream.com Stay Connected on Facebook and Instagram

Show you care by dining where it matters throughout the month of May. Promises2Kids has partnered with local restaurants to raise funds for more than 2,000 current and former foster children in San Diego County in honor of National Foster Care Month. Each restaurant will designate a select menu item which will support the Foodies 4 Foster Kids campaign. Funds raised will benefit foster children by reuniting siblings living apart in foster care, supporting foster youth in reaching their educational and career goals, providing opportunities for children to participate in extracurricular activities, and providing an emergency shelter where children feel safe, cared for, and out of harm’s way. Participating restaurants include: 20|Twenty, Al Dente, Allegro, Angry Petes Pizza (Kearny Mesa location only), Artesano Burger, Artesano Taco, Batch & Box (Del Mar location only), Beeside Balcony, Blanco Cocina + Cantina, Burger Bench, Chani's Donuts, Dockside 1953, Duck Foot Brewing Co., Gold Finch, GOODONYA, Greystone Prime Steakhouse & Seafood, Hammond's Gourmet Ice Cream, Handel’s Homemade Ice Cream (Del Mar location only), JoJo's Creamery, La Cajita, La Clochette, La Pastaia, Maya's Cookies, Mister A's, Osteria Panevino, Park & Rec, Players Sports Grill, Pretzels & Pints, Saltwater, Sisters Pizza, Tamarindo Del Mar, The Butcher's Cut, The Crack Shack, The Henry, The Kitchen @MCASD, The Macaron Shop SD, Three Hills Winery, Truffle, Urban Plates Promises2Kids helps foster children overcome the difficulties of their past and grow to become healthy and successful adults. The community is invited to support Promises2Kids by dining in or ordering online at participating businesses. For more information on Foodies 4 Foster Kids, please visit: promises2kids.org Promises2Kids is dedicated to our mission of creating a brighter future for foster children® in San Diego County. From the moment they come into foster care and through to adulthood, Promises2Kids provides the hope, support, and opportunities these individuals need to change their lives for the better… now and for years to come. Our programs include Camp Connect, Guardian Scholars, Foster Funds, and the A.B. and Jessie Polinsky Children’s Center. For more information, visit www.Promises2Kids.org Stay Connected on Facebook and Instagram

The team at the company Masienda earned a 2023 James Beard award for the documentary series Masienda Presents. featuring home cooks, chefs and ranchers.

From the organizers: Join APA | San Diego at Bread & Salt Gallery for a one-night only exhibition of the top 20 photographic prints from our Untitled 2021 contest. 20% of the entry proceeds from the contest are being donated to Outside the Lens, a San Diego-based organization that provides photography and digital media programming to youth and the community. See all competition entries shown in a rotating slideshow, sip craft beer from Saint Archer Brewing and support the photo community. Winning entries were curated by Anna Goldwater Alexander, Director of Photography at WIRED; Mark Gallo, Creative Director, traina; and Joseph Bellows | Joseph Bellows Gallery. Prizes will be awarded for the top 3 images. Visit APA | San Diego on Facebook + Instagram