John Garcia, who recently took over the kitchen at The Restaurant at W San Diego, grew up with culinary culture in his blood and although he never went to culinary school, he has worked side-by-side with some of the most celebrated chefs in the world and just returned home from cooking at the James Beard House...

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There are budget savvy and convenient ways to learn how bring that extra BAM to the kitchen — without so much as leaving your own neighborhood. The following is a selection of some of our favorite cooking schools that offer unique culinary experiences in casual environments, and are taught by some of San Diego’s very own local celebri-chefs...

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Sam the Cooking Guy is no pretentious chef; he’s a laid-back local turned celebrity cook who continues to keep it real in his Carmel Valley kitchen even as his TV shows spread across national airwaves. From his take on San Diego restaurants to what you don’t know about his famous kitchen and the best ingredients for fall, get to know Sam the Cooking Guy...

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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 oun...

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San Diego restaurants are home to some of the nation's greatest chefs. From local favorite Chef Deborah Scott to the internationally known Chef Nobu Matsuhisa, you'll discover real culinary talent behind-the-scenes. Local dining is on its way up - but has yet to hit the high of such metropolitan cities as New York and San Francisco. In honor of the young and accomplished local palate, we've selected our city's top twenty and thirty-something chefs. Savor a taste of these hot young San Diego ...

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You are surrounded by statuesque while pillars, dramatic white décor and bright, tropical flowers. To the right you nod to a classic gondola passing by, while all around you soar the scents of rich Italian cuisine. No, you're not on spring holiday on the picturesque Italian island of Capri, you are indulging in the spirit of charity at the Junior League of San Diego's annual spring fundraiser, Island DiVine. On the sunlit grassy park overlooking La Jolla Cove, Island DiVine will feature two ...

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April marks the launch of spring charity event season, starting off with one of the most delicious events in San Diego - Taste of the Nation by Share Our Strength. Now in its 21st year, Taste the Nation is the premier culinary benefit in the nation that brings together the passion and talent of the most creative chefs of modern cuisine in the fight to end childhood hunger in America. Taste of the Nation is back in San Diego on Sunday, April 13, gracing the poolside lounge of JBar...

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