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• New San Diego Restaurants

Swanky Zenbu Sushi Opens in Cardiff by the Sea

by Michelle Guerin - 04/14/2009

Zenbu Sushi in Cardiff is the swankiest new hot-spot to hit North County since … wait, Zenbu is the swankiest spot to ever arrive in this ultra laid back beach town. In all fairness, the new Wine Steals in Cardiff does own an elegant appeal – but Zenbu delivers an upscale dining and nightlife vibe the North County coast has been begging for...

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• Culinary Classics

Miso Harney for New Chef and Summer Menu

by Michelle Guerin - 06/16/2009

Some sushi restaurants are great for fresh fish; others for swanky atmosphere. Few are the sushi spots renowned for both innovative rolls and provocative ambiance. One restaurant with the two-in-one recipe perfected is Harney Sushi, now boasting two popular locations and a brand new chef. By now you know Rollz Royce and Flaming Lip. Prepare to meet Rastatori paired with Serpent in the Grass...

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• Casual Dining

New Corvette Diner Parks at Historic Liberty Station

by Lisa Wilson - 06/23/2009

Corvette Diner, San Diego's original rock-n-roll joint with 1950s décor, classic diner dishes, and gum-smacking, bouffant-haired waitresses has pulled up its 22 year-old Hillcrest roots and cruised to new digs in Liberty Station. Also along for the ride is Gamers Garage: Corvette Diner’s new arcade spanning over 5,500 sq.ft. of pure fun...

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• Fine Dining

Authentic Gaslamp Charm and Italian Cibo at Acqua Al 2

by Lisa Wilson - 08/25/2008

Entering the trattoria from its romantic, street-side brick patio, patrons meet open surroundings and a sophisticated bar, market-place crates of wine perched high on shelves, dramatic woodwork, fresh baked bread served table-side in paper bags and folks feasting all around. As our waiter offered menu suggestions and engaged us with genuine interest, I smiled, "We're not at Olive Garden anymore" ...

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• Dining Industry and Events

Insider Q&A Spotlight on Executive Chef Jeff Thurston

by Michelle Guerin - 12/09/2008

While new culinary hot spots tend to garner much attention, a few seasoned restaurants in San Diego still stand as savory and esteemed as in their limelight era decades ago. Approaching the 10-year mark is The Prado - a classic restaurant that remains unique on many levels. From the stunning architectural draw to the vibrant color scheme, the picturesque Balboa Park setting, and the Executive Chef standing strong after 9 years - The Prado is one aged restaurant still resilient with every ounce of ambiance and culinary allure. Discover the passions and principles of The Prado with Executive Chef Jeff Thurston...

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• Creative Cuisine

Grill Your Own Steak Tips From Fleming's Prime Steakhouse

by Craig Slike - 09/02/2008

Backyard grilling is an institution. It's as American as apple pie, the democratic process and drinking on the beach. It's one of those activities that is shared by every generation. From your 4-year-old niece to your octogenarian grandmother to your fraternity brothers, we all enjoy a good old-fashioned BBQ. Steak is king in the land of the grill. If you can master that, everything else falls into place. First, you need to know how perfection tastes. You need to know where to set the bar. You need to go to Fleming's Prime Steakhouse...

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