You're welcome to browse and shop at this farmer's market in East Village that mainly offers staple supplies of fresh fruits and vegetables. The availability of non-produce items such as jewelry, specialty treats, and general merchandise may vary from week to week.
Date August 30, 2008
Time 8:00 am - 1:00 pm
Location East Village (8th Avenue between Market St. & G St.)
Admission: None
Anticipated attendance: 500
Hosted By: Black Historical Society of San Diego
Info: (619) 398-5823
www.blackhistoricalsociety.org
Time:
9:00am - 3:00pm
Description:
Old Town Saturday Market
Every Saturday
You're welcome to browse and shop at this unique artisan market where local artists and merchants will be offering an array of interesting art, merchandise, and prepackaged foods. You may find something here that you won't find anywhere else. Musical bands will entertain you while you shop.
Date: August 30, 2008
Time: 9:00 am - 3:00 pm
Location: Old Town (Harney Street between San Diego Ave. & Congress St.)
Admission: None
Anticipated attendance: 1,000
Hosted By: Old Town San Diego Chamber of Commerce
Info: (619) 291-4903
Time:
9:00am - 1:30pm
Description:
Little Italy Mercato (a new style city market)
Every Saturday
You're welcome to browse and shop at this Italian-themed farmer's market in Little Italy where an array of groceries and goodies are offered; plus demonstrations from guest chefs. Featured items include fresh fruits, vegetables, meats, cheeses, pastas, specialty treats, and more.
Date: August 30, 2008
Time: 9:00 am - 1:30 pm
Location: Little Italy (Date Street between Kettner Blvd. & State St.)
Admission: None
Anticipated attendance: 600/day
Hosted By: Little Italy Association
Info:(619) 233-3901
www.littleitalymercato.com
Time:
9:00am - 1:00pm
Description:
City Heights Farmer's Market
Every Saturday
You're welcome to browse and shop at this farmer's market in City Heights. Besides fresh fruits, vegetables, and specialty treats, this market also offers ethnic products from East Africa, Latin America, and Southeast Asia. It's the first market in the county to accept food stamps.
Date: August 30, 2008
Time: 9:00 am - 1:00 pm
Location: Wightman Street (between Fairmont Ave. & 43rd St.)
Admission: None
Anticipated attendance: 800/day
Hosted By: San Diego County Farm Bureau
Info: (760) 745-3023
www.sdfarmbureau.org
Description:
Public Organ Concert
Every Sunday
If you happen to be at Balboa Park on a Sunday afternoon, you'll hear the sounds of beautiful organ music. Every Sunday, Civic Organist Carol Williams sits before a majestic piped organ at the Organ Pavilion and performs delightful selections of music that can be heard throughout the park.
Date: August 31, 2008
Time: 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Location: Balboa Park (Spreckels Organ Pavilion)
Admission: None
Anticipated attendance 2,500
Hosted By: Spreckels Organ Society
Info: (619) 702-8138
Time:
9:00am - 1:00pm
Description:
Hillcrest Farmer's Market & Open Air Bazaar
Every Sunday
You're welcome to browse and shop at this farmer's market in Hillcrest where a large display of groceries and goodies are offered. Featured items include fresh fruits, vegetables, nuts, flowers, breads, and specialty treats; plus interesting hand-made and imported art.
Date: August 31, 2008
Time: 9:00 am - 1:00 pm
Location: Hillcrest (Department Motor Vehilcles parking lot - 3960 Normal St.)
You're welcome to browse and shop at this farmer's market in downtown San Diego where you'll discover a large array of groceries and goodies. Featured items include fresh fruits, vegetables, rice, nuts, flowers, and specialty treats; plus interesting world art and craft creations.
Date: August 31, 2008
Time: 9:00 am - 1:00 pm
Location: 3rd Avenue (400 block) & J Street (300 block)
Admission: None
Anticipated attendance: 1,000
Hosted By: San Diego Chinese Center
Info: (619) 279-0032
www.asianpacificdistrict.org
Description:
Tuesday, August 12, 8pm
4x4 Performance Series
Presented by Culture’s Edge
Bluefoot Bar & Lounge
30th & Upas, North Park
The concept is simple: a 4 foot by 4 foot stage and a ten minute time limit. What transpires each month is anything but simple. Since October 2006, the artists of the 4x4 Performance Series have been performing fresh and exciting creations to standing-room-only crowds in the back lounge at Bluefoot.
August is “Ladies Night”
The August event, curated by Jeremy Gaucher, features performances by some of San Diego’s most exciting female theatre artists, dancers and musicians.
The show starts at 8pm on the 2nd Tuesday of each month
(although, if you want a good seat, we recommend you get there early!)
Admission is Pay-What-You-Can at the door
You must be 21+ to enter
Bluefoot Bar & Lounge
30th & Upas, North Park
Presented by Culture's Edge, Curated by Liam Clancy, Hosted by Bluefoot Bar & Lounge
Culture's Edge is a consulting and presenting entity that exists to connect people with cutting-edge arts and culture throughout San Diego and beyond. Founded by Jeremy Gaucher, Culture's Edge presents music, dance, performance and visual art events and provides consulting services to artists and nonprofit organizations.
www.myspace.com/culturesedge
Time:
12:30pm - 2:30pm
Description:
Admission for guests 65+ is discounted on the first Monday of each month and includes exhibits, the Afternoon Scholars lecture series, and (while the IMAX Dome Theater is under renovation) a special movie screening in the Community Forum at 2 PM.
Time:
4:00pm - 8:00pm
Description:
Ocean Beach Certified Farmer's Market
Every Wednesday
You're welcome to browse and shop at this farmer's market in Ocean Beach where a large array of groceries and goodies are offered. Featured items include fresh fruits, vegetables, nuts, flowers, breads, crafts, and specialty treats. Musical performances will entertain you while you shop.
Date September 3, 2008
Time: 4:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Location: Ocean Beach (4900 block of Newport Ave. between Bacon St. & Cable St.)
Admission: None
Anticipated attendance: 2,000
Hosted By: Ocean Beach Merchants Association
Info: David Klaman @ (619) 279-0032
www.oceanbeachsandiego.com
Time:
5:30pm - 12:30am
Description:
The Center for Ethics in Science and Technology partnering with the Fleet Science Center offer a new lecture series on the first Wednesday of each month. Pre-registration required, call (858) 822-2647
Time:
8:00am - 1:00pm
Description:
East Village Farmer's Market
Every Saturday
You're welcome to browse and shop at this farmer's market in East Village that mainly offers staple supplies of fresh fruits and vegetables. The availability of non-produce items such as jewelry, specialty treats, and general merchandise may vary from week to week.
Date August 30, 2008
Time 8:00 am - 1:00 pm
Location East Village (8th Avenue between Market St. & G St.)
Admission: None
Anticipated attendance: 500
Hosted By: Black Historical Society of San Diego
Info: (619) 398-5823
www.blackhistoricalsociety.org
Time:
9:00am - 4:00pm
Description:
Annual Craft Fair at Olivenhain Town Council Hall
Rancho Santa Fe Rd. & Seventh St.
Encinitas
Time:
9:00am - 3:00pm
Description:
Old Town Saturday Market
Every Saturday
You're welcome to browse and shop at this unique artisan market where local artists and merchants will be offering an array of interesting art, merchandise, and prepackaged foods. You may find something here that you won't find anywhere else. Musical bands will entertain you while you shop.
Date: August 30, 2008
Time: 9:00 am - 3:00 pm
Location: Old Town (Harney Street between San Diego Ave. & Congress St.)
Admission: None
Anticipated attendance: 1,000
Hosted By: Old Town San Diego Chamber of Commerce
Info: (619) 291-4903
Time:
9:00am - 1:30pm
Description:
Little Italy Mercato (a new style city market)
Every Saturday
You're welcome to browse and shop at this Italian-themed farmer's market in Little Italy where an array of groceries and goodies are offered; plus demonstrations from guest chefs. Featured items include fresh fruits, vegetables, meats, cheeses, pastas, specialty treats, and more.
Date: August 30, 2008
Time: 9:00 am - 1:30 pm
Location: Little Italy (Date Street between Kettner Blvd. & State St.)
Admission: None
Anticipated attendance: 600/day
Hosted By: Little Italy Association
Info:(619) 233-3901
www.littleitalymercato.com
Time:
9:00am - 1:00pm
Description:
City Heights Farmer's Market
Every Saturday
You're welcome to browse and shop at this farmer's market in City Heights. Besides fresh fruits, vegetables, and specialty treats, this market also offers ethnic products from East Africa, Latin America, and Southeast Asia. It's the first market in the county to accept food stamps.
Date: August 30, 2008
Time: 9:00 am - 1:00 pm
Location: Wightman Street (between Fairmont Ave. & 43rd St.)
Admission: None
Anticipated attendance: 800/day
Hosted By: San Diego County Farm Bureau
Info: (760) 745-3023
www.sdfarmbureau.org
Description:
Public Organ Concert
Every Sunday
If you happen to be at Balboa Park on a Sunday afternoon, you'll hear the sounds of beautiful organ music. Every Sunday, Civic Organist Carol Williams sits before a majestic piped organ at the Organ Pavilion and performs delightful selections of music that can be heard throughout the park.
Date: August 31, 2008
Time: 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Location: Balboa Park (Spreckels Organ Pavilion)
Admission: None
Anticipated attendance 2,500
Hosted By: Spreckels Organ Society
Info: (619) 702-8138
Time:
9:00am - 1:00pm
Description:
Hillcrest Farmer's Market & Open Air Bazaar
Every Sunday
You're welcome to browse and shop at this farmer's market in Hillcrest where a large display of groceries and goodies are offered. Featured items include fresh fruits, vegetables, nuts, flowers, breads, and specialty treats; plus interesting hand-made and imported art.
Date: August 31, 2008
Time: 9:00 am - 1:00 pm
Location: Hillcrest (Department Motor Vehilcles parking lot - 3960 Normal St.)
You're welcome to browse and shop at this farmer's market in downtown San Diego where you'll discover a large array of groceries and goodies. Featured items include fresh fruits, vegetables, rice, nuts, flowers, and specialty treats; plus interesting world art and craft creations.
Date: August 31, 2008
Time: 9:00 am - 1:00 pm
Location: 3rd Avenue (400 block) & J Street (300 block)
Admission: None
Anticipated attendance: 1,000
Hosted By: San Diego Chinese Center
Info: (619) 279-0032
www.asianpacificdistrict.org
Time:
11:00am - 4:00pm
Description:
To celebrate a decade of ¡Viva el Mariachi! Festivals by the San Diego County Hispanic Chamber of Commerce and in appreciation to Mariachi music and education, the SDHCC is organizing a free Mariachi Family Day in collaboration with the Port of San Diego, featuring: live Mariachi performances, music education with instrument instruction and Mariachi history; local bands, school Mariachi groups and Folkloric dancers; a large “Kids Area” with workshops, jumpers and interactive games; authentic Mexican food and non-alcoholic beverages; booths and merchandise sales. The Hispanic Chamber’s newest premier event is committed to promoting local schools and their Mariachi programs and also, our local artists and entertainers. Attendance is expected in the thousands.
The Jeffrey B. Graham Perspectives on Ocean Science Lecture Series provides concise, comprehensive presentations on research conducted worldwide by scientists from Scripps Institution of Oceanography at UC San Diego. Scripps scientists are exploring Earth’s mysteries in hundreds of research projects under way on every continent. The fall 2008 series of presentations explores marine protected areas and near-shore research in Southern California.
Monday, Nov. 10
Marine Protected Areas: Coming Soon to a Coast Near You
Russell Moll
The development of marine protected areas is a complex mixture of science and politics that engages numerous stakeholders. While it is easy to recognize the importance and benefit of creating these networks, it is often challenging to agree on where to place them. Join Russell Moll, director of California Sea Grant, as he explains the intricate processes involved at state, national and international levels and the steps taken to see if these networks are achieving desired outcomes. The California Sea Grant funds marine research at public and private universities throughout the state.
Marine Life Protection Act (MLPA)
This fall’s Perspectives lectures are aligned with the MLPA Southern California Aquarium Partnership, a grant-funded collaboration among Birch Aquarium at Scripps, Aquarium of the Pacific, Cabrillo Marine Aquarium and the Ocean Institute to present programs for southern Californians about the provisions of the Marine Life Protection Act. The MLPA, passed by California legislators in 1999, directs the state to design and manage a network of marine protected areas in order to protect marine life and habitats, marine ecosystems and marine natural heritage, as well as improve recreational, educational and study opportunities provided by marine ecosystems.
Through lectures, activities and family-friendly events, each institution will
engage local audiences in the important process of designating Marine Protected Areas in Southern California.
For more information on the 18-month MPA process for the South Coast Study Region, please visit California Department of Fish and Game’s website at dfg.ca.gov/mlpa
Perspectives lectures are intended for a lay audience. Birch Aquarium admission and parking are included. Light refreshments will be served.
Time:
8:00pm - 11:00pm
Description:
Alanis Morissette remains not only an enduringly popular artist, but one whose success stems from a fierce commitment to authenticity and, to an equal extent, vulnerability. Her penchant for eclecticism, whether musical, spiritual or otherwise, brought new sounds and styles into this latest effort, her first original studio album in four years. Eastern percussion and strings blend with electronic hues in the opening track, "Citizen of the Planet," a poetic narrative of her life story and transnational perspective. Morissette's yin/yang view of the microcosmic self being evidenced in the macrocosmic world extends to lead single "Underneath," which reflects the quote: "don't try to carpet the world... just wear slippers."
CHILDREN: All ages must have own ticket in same section as parent / adult. Live music performances not recommended for very young children.
CAMERAS: No photos, video or recording of any type allowed during performance.
Tickets available at http://www.ticketmaster.com/event/0A0040F7ABB811B9?artistid=775998&majorcatid=10001&minorcatid=1&brand=nederlanderla
Time:
7:30pm
Description:
This young sting quartet will perform works by Mexican composers and works from the classical repertoire.
Time:
4:00pm - 8:00pm
Description:
Ocean Beach Certified Farmer's Market
Every Wednesday
You're welcome to browse and shop at this farmer's market in Ocean Beach where a large array of groceries and goodies are offered. Featured items include fresh fruits, vegetables, nuts, flowers, breads, crafts, and specialty treats. Musical performances will entertain you while you shop.
Date September 3, 2008
Time: 4:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Location: Ocean Beach (4900 block of Newport Ave. between Bacon St. & Cable St.)
Admission: None
Anticipated attendance: 2,000
Hosted By: Ocean Beach Merchants Association
Info: David Klaman @ (619) 279-0032
www.oceanbeachsandiego.com
Time:
12:00pm - 1:00pm
Description:
Chocolate tasting is an adventure of both observation and the imagination. Chocolate and wine pairing takes that adventure to a whole new level! Experience the aromas, textures and flavors of the world’s finest chocolate as you indulge in perfectly paired wines, inviting the arousal of all your senses. Join your personal chocolate guide, Chuao Chocolatier’s Master Chef & Chocolatier, Michael Antonorsi, for a multi-sensorial trip into the World of the Wild Truffle!


Chef Michael will share:
 A brief history of chocolate, including the importance of cacao origin
 Industry secrets and tips & tools of the trade
 How to prepare a traditional French ganache
 How to make unusual, unexpected & delicious WILD truffles with a twist, using teas, spices and other treats
 Pairing tips & tastes for white, red and dessert wines

Chocolate recipes to take home. $45 per ticket.
This event is part of the 5th annual San Diego Bay Wine & Food Festival. For more information or to purchase tickets call 619-342-7337 or go to www.worldofwineevents.com.
Time:
1:00pm - 2:00pm
Description:
Thursday, November 13, 2008

1:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m. 

San Diego Wine & Culinary Center

$45 per ticket

Did you ever wonder if those high-priced, highly rated wines are really worth the money? Do you think you can tell the difference? Join San Diego Wine & Culinary Center owner John Alongé to find out! The session will begin with an exploration of how we really perceive wine aromas and flavors. This will be followed by a “blind” tasting of four red wines, one of them a high scoring, high priced wine, the other three under $20 a bottle. Without the help of the hype and the fancy label, see if you can find the Opus by taste alone!
This event is part of the 5th annual San Diego Bay Wine & Food Festival. For more information or to purchase tickets call 619-342-7337 or go to www.worldofwineevents.com.
Time:
2:00pm - 3:00pm
Description:
Located at the Wine & Culinary Center,
$45 per ticket
“2007 Chef of the Fest” winner presents a delicious lesson on various shrimp dishes you can prepare at home to wow you family and friends. In this class you will learn how to create simple yet flavorful shrimp dishes that are flexible enough to be served as an appetizer or dinner. You will learn selection, preparation and presentation techniques while we make several creations, such as Pickled Ginger Shrimp Scampi, Classic Shrimp Cocktail with a twist and of course the 2007 Award Winning Sweet Tequila Marinated Grilled Shrimp with Spicy Gazpacho.
Attendees at this class will learn:
-How to make Pickled Ginger Shrimp Scampi
-A new way to make Classic Shrimp Cocktail with a twist
-How to make the Award Winning Sweet Tequila Marinated Grilled Shrimp with Spicy Gazpacho
This event is part of the 5th annual San Diego Bay Wine & Food Festival. For more information or to purchase tickets call 619-342-7337 or go to www.worldofwineevents.com.
Time:
4:00pm
Description:
Thursday, November 13, 2008

4:00 p.m. – 5:30 p.m.

San Diego Wine & Culinary Center
$55 per ticket
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His menus are designed around the seasons and inspired by fresh herbs, fruits and organic vegetables grown in the fertile coastal soils of north county San Diego. His infectious enthusiasm for the finest products inspire even the most casual of home chefs to cook with organic ingredients and learn everything they can about creating optimal organic flavors. As Executive Chef for the award-winning all-organic catering company, ChileCo, Chef Scott Wagner will take you, and your taste-buds, on a true culinary adventure. Noted for a Caribbean flare, and incorporating the passionate attributes of foods from the countries founded upon the tropic of cancer, Chef Scotty's culinary philosophy is centered upon the chile (heat, passion, North African, Orient, Caribbean, Hispanic, Pacific) as the fifth element to the palate – following acidic, sweet, salty, and bitter. Each dish is artistically crafted to meld the heat and passion with the chi – the vital force believed to be inherent in all things. This combination defines a sublime taste adventure – one to be savored and remembered.
In this class you will taste from and learn to make the following dishes:
0. “Hot-n-Cold Splash” Chipotle braised Estancia Grass-fed Beef with Smoked Corn, Avocado Gelato, Micro Cilantro
0. “Dim-Spin” Spiny Lobster Tempura with Candied Kumquat-Saffron Marmalade & Jiang-Kiang Sauce
0. “Banana Leaf” wrapped Line-caught Halibut with Thai Basil-Coconut Marinade, Crushed Lemongrass Risotto,
0. “Autumn Roll” Vietnamese wrap of Smoked Pheasant, Fennel, Almond, Balsamic braised Fig, Plum-Pasilla Coulis
0. Are U Game?” Dagoba Cacoa-Coffee rubbed Lollipop Lambchop with Stone Smoked Porter Reduction
0. “Hucklebread” Caramelized Quince-Huckleberry Bread Pudding with Canela Chantilly Crème
Wine will also be provided during this class.
This event is part of the 5th annual San Diego Bay Wine & Food Festival. For more information or to purchase tickets call 619-342-7337 or go to www.worldofwineevents.com.
Time:
8:30am - 12:30pm
Description:
Who:
More than 200 teens between the ages of 16 and 19 in the San Diego area that have a valid driver’s license.
What:
Students will learn advanced safe driving skills from some of the nation's top professional driving instructors, race car drivers and a Hollywood stuntman. They will learn crucial safe driving skills, including hazard recognition, vehicle handling, speed management and space management.
The course will take teens through the dangerous realities of reckless driving, speeding, maneuvering around obstacles in the road, being involved in a skid and in-car hazards.
The specially equipped course and vehicles will let the teen drivers experience the worst the road has to offer in a controlled and safe environment.
When:
Thursday, November 13, 2008
- Session 1: 8:30 am - 12:30 pm
- Session 2: 12:30 am - 4:00 pm
Friday, November 14, 2008
- Session 1: 8:30 am - 12:30 pm
- Session 2: 12:30 am - 4:00 pm
*Kick-off press conference scheduled for November 13th at 10:30 a.m. but media are welcome to join us anytime during the two day event.
Where:
Qualcomm Stadium
9449 Friars Road
San Diego, CA 92108
Why:
Vehicle crashes are the No.1 killer of teenagers in America, and nearly 7,000 die each year from them. In 2006, 560 California residents between ages of 16 and 20 died in such collisions according to the most recent data from the California Highway Patrol.
Because of figures like these, Ford Motor Company Fund, the Governors Highway Safety Association and a panel of safety experts developed Driving Skills for Life. This comprehensive program focuses on teaching skills necessary for safe driving and often not fully understood by new drivers.
*Spots are still available for Nov 14. Please register at drivingskillsforlife.com
Time:
11:30am - 2:00pm
Description:
Date: November 14, 2008
Time: 11:30 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
Price: Starting at $150, includes four course luncheon and wine pairing; if you are interested in sponsoring a full table, please call 619-342-7337 for package rates and your selection of winemaker tables
Location: San Diego Marriott Hotel & Marina
Celebrity Chef: Bernard Guillas
Celebrity Artist: Thomas Arvid
Master Sommelier: Joseph Spellman
Auctioneer: Steven Metter & Clinton Metter
The AIWF Celebrity Chef Luncheon & Big Bottle Auction will take place on November 14 during the weeklong San Diego Bay Wine & Food Festival. The luncheon will feature 15 celebrity winemakers and a world-class menu prepared by a nationally acclaimed celebrity chef. Guests will dine at tables of 10, each table featuring one winemaker pouring favorites from their portfolio. Celebrity artist Thomas Arvid will be on-hand to serve as emcee of the event and will also host one table.
The luncheon will culminate in a spirited live auction with jet-setting vacation packages, large format bottles, and one-of-a-kind items that are perfect for the serious wine and food enthusiast.
Proceeds from the event’s auctions benefit The American Institute of Wine & Food Culinary and Enology Scholarship program. Each year, thousands of dollars are awarded to professionals and students in San Diego to further their careers in culinary and enology arts. To date, over $100,000 has been awarded to deserving students from proceeds raised at auctions during the San Diego Bay Wine & Food Festival.
This event is part of the 5th annual San Diego Bay Wine & Food Festival. For more information or to purchase tickets call 619-342-7337 or go to www.worldofwineevents.com.
Time:
11:30am - 1:30pm
Description:
Hosted by San Diego’s own Chef Brian Malarkey and featuring four celebrity Top Chef Contestants!

Friday, November 14, 2008

Time: 11:30 - 1:30 PM 

Macy's School of Cooking, 
$75 per ticket (limited seating)
"Foodies" and reality show addicts alike tune in each week to watch chefs from all walks of life battle it out in the Top Chef kitchen, Bravo's hit reality TV drama which has just wrapped its fourth season. If you are a Top Chef fan, or just love really great food, this class is for you!
The Challenge: Five former Top Chef contestants have collaborated to prepare a mouth-watering five-course wine paired tasting menu exclusively for you. They each have 20 minutes to teach you the techniques to prepare their recipes at home, and then wow your taste buds with a sampling of the dish prepared during the class.
This class has limited capacity and will fill up quickl
This event is part of the 5th annual San Diego Bay Wine & Food Festival. For more information or to purchase tickets call 619-342-7337 or go to www.worldofwineevents.com.
Time:
12:00pm - 1:00pm
Description:
Friday, November 14, 2008

12:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.

San Diego Wine & Culinary Center
45 per ticket
Environmentally and socially responsible grape growing and winemaking is nothing new, but what was once labeled a trend seems poised to turn into an industry standard. Often billed as the new buzz-word in the wine business, "sustainability" is defined as a holistic approach to growing and food production that respects
the environment, the ecosystem and even society. "Organic" is a term given to environmentally friendly methods that use no chemicals or pesticides.
In this class you will hear from a panel of winemakers utilizing sustainable practices in the production of their wine, the pro’s and con’s of certifying wine and a vineyard as organic, and taste through samples of each winemaker’s wine.
This event is part of the 5th annual San Diego Bay Wine & Food Festival. For more information or to purchase tickets call 619-342-7337 or go to www.worldofwineevents.com.
Time:
2:00pm - 3:00pm
Description:
Friday, November 14, 2008
2:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.
San Diego Wine & Culinary Center $60 per ticket

Join Sam Zien, host of Sam The Cooking Guy on Discover Health and learn to prepare a meal that's 'big is taste and small in effort. Real home cooking is discovered through Sam's simple but delicious recipes that involve only a handful of ingredients and a few steps. Learn to cook up a meal that will impress your family and friends and discover that cooking is fun and easy with Sam's old school classic favorites. Nobody said cooking was just about French delicacies and cheese fondue, did they? This class will feature tasting and recipes including:
Whole Grilled Tenderloin of Beef

Mini Blue Cheese Stuffed Burgers

Cornish Pasties

Three Pepper Sea Bass

Seared Cap'N Crunch Tuna

Red Snapper Tacos.
This event is part of the 5th annual San Diego Bay Wine & Food Festival. For more information or to purchase tickets call 619-342-7337 or go to www.worldofwineevents.com.
Time:
2:00pm - 3:00pm
Description:

Friday, November 14, 2008

2:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.

San Diego Wine & Culinary Center
$50 per ticket

American Rhone-style wines are made from the same grapes that have flourished for centuries in France’s Rhone River Valley, and their growing popularity in the United States speaks to their versatility with food, wide range of rich flavors, and to the skills of American winemakers. Join a panel of Rhone varietal producers in a tasting and discussion on the variety of grapes that contribute to Rhone style blends, old world versus new world styles, and the varied approaches these skilled artisans take in bringing wine to your table.
This event is part of the 5th annual San Diego Bay Wine & Food Festival. For more information or to purchase tickets call 619-342-7337 or go to www.worldofwineevents.com.
Time:
4:00pm - 10:00pm
Description:
Friday, November 14, 2008

4:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. 

San Diego Wine & Culinary Center
$75 per ticket

Join Master Sommelier Joe Spellman as he teaches the audience how to determine varietal, vintage and AVA through classic techniques using sight, smell and taste. Hear what professionals look for and learn how to identify different varietals and styles of wine following the Master Sommelier technique of wine identification. The blind tasting will be conducted in the Court of Master Sommeliers' tasting format.
A panel of local San Diego Sommeliers will try to establish the varietal, region and vintage. Each panel member will talk through why the particular wine’s color, aroma, and palate lead them to believe they know the wine’s properties and characteristics.
Taste from six exceptional wines along with our expert panel and test your ability to determine the grape varietal, AVA and age.
This event is part of the 5th annual San Diego Bay Wine & Food Festival. For more information or to purchase tickets call 619-342-7337 or go to www.worldofwineevents.com.
Time:
6:30pm - 9:30pm
Description:
Date: November 14, 2008

Time: 6:30 p.m. - 9:30 p.m.

Price: $90 (in advance) $120 (at the door) 
Location: Hornblower's 1,000 passenger Inspiration (stays at the dock)
Note: This Event Sold Out last year...
An exclusive and elegant evening for collectors of fine wine, the Reserve & New Release Tasting sets the stage for wine enthusiasts to taste the pride of the vine from 150 wineries and spirits producers. Guests will also enjoy imported and domestic cheeses from igourmet.com, delicious cuisine from chefs at Viejas Casino, and catered aperitif from The Wild Thyme Co., carving stations from Brandt Beef and more. Exciting silent auction items such as large format bottles, libraries, and decanters will take the spotlight this year with proceeds benefiting the American Institute of Wine & Food culinary arts scholarship programs.
Once again the Festival welcomes singer/songwriter Jill Talve, performing live at this year’s Reserve & New Release Tasting. To learn more about Jill Talve, go to www.jtalvemusic.com.
This event is part of the 5th annual San Diego Bay Wine & Food Festival. For more information or to purchase tickets call 619-342-7337 or go to www.worldofwineevents.com.
Time:
7:30pm
Description:
November, 14 2008 07:30 PM - Asian Silk Road
St. Paul’s Cathedral - Downtown
2728 Sixth Avenue, San Diego, California 92013 - $20-$60
858-250-0290 www.sdco.org
Celebrate the exotic! Asian Silk Road. It’s a cultural phenomenon... Asia. Yet, it’s still an exotic mystery. Experience a beautiful buffet of music, from Mozart to Tan Dun, where East meets West.
Description:
Sculptor Jay Johnson will present an installation that allows the viewer a peek into his studio, featuring work in various stages of completion and other everyday objects. Through Jan. 3, 2009.
Time:
8:00am - 1:00pm
Description:
East Village Farmer's Market
Every Saturday
You're welcome to browse and shop at this farmer's market in East Village that mainly offers staple supplies of fresh fruits and vegetables. The availability of non-produce items such as jewelry, specialty treats, and general merchandise may vary from week to week.
Date August 30, 2008
Time 8:00 am - 1:00 pm
Location East Village (8th Avenue between Market St. & G St.)
Admission: None
Anticipated attendance: 500
Hosted By: Black Historical Society of San Diego
Info: (619) 398-5823
www.blackhistoricalsociety.org
Time:
9:00am - 3:00pm
Description:
Old Town Saturday Market
Every Saturday
You're welcome to browse and shop at this unique artisan market where local artists and merchants will be offering an array of interesting art, merchandise, and prepackaged foods. You may find something here that you won't find anywhere else. Musical bands will entertain you while you shop.
Date: August 30, 2008
Time: 9:00 am - 3:00 pm
Location: Old Town (Harney Street between San Diego Ave. & Congress St.)
Admission: None
Anticipated attendance: 1,000
Hosted By: Old Town San Diego Chamber of Commerce
Info: (619) 291-4903
Time:
9:00am - 1:30pm
Description:
Little Italy Mercato (a new style city market)
Every Saturday
You're welcome to browse and shop at this Italian-themed farmer's market in Little Italy where an array of groceries and goodies are offered; plus demonstrations from guest chefs. Featured items include fresh fruits, vegetables, meats, cheeses, pastas, specialty treats, and more.
Date: August 30, 2008
Time: 9:00 am - 1:30 pm
Location: Little Italy (Date Street between Kettner Blvd. & State St.)
Admission: None
Anticipated attendance: 600/day
Hosted By: Little Italy Association
Info:(619) 233-3901
www.littleitalymercato.com
Time:
9:00am - 1:00pm
Description:
City Heights Farmer's Market
Every Saturday
You're welcome to browse and shop at this farmer's market in City Heights. Besides fresh fruits, vegetables, and specialty treats, this market also offers ethnic products from East Africa, Latin America, and Southeast Asia. It's the first market in the county to accept food stamps.
Date: August 30, 2008
Time: 9:00 am - 1:00 pm
Location: Wightman Street (between Fairmont Ave. & 43rd St.)
Admission: None
Anticipated attendance: 800/day
Hosted By: San Diego County Farm Bureau
Info: (760) 745-3023
www.sdfarmbureau.org
Time:
11:00am - 4:00pm
Description:
Grand Tasting Event
Date: November 18, 2008
Time: 11:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. (TRADE ONLY)
Time: 12:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. (Open to public)
Price: $100 (in advance) $125 (at festival) 
 $150 VIP (early entry, VIP Gift Bags, and VIP tent access, not available onsite)
Location: Embarcadero Park North Behind Seaport Village
Note: This Event Sold Out last year...
The Grand Finale of the sizzling three-day festival is the star-studded Grand Tasting Event held November 17 on the Embarcadero Park North behind Seaport Village. Fifty San Diego Star chefs show off their culinary artistry, 30 gourmet food companies wow you with their scrumptious fare, and 150 international winemakers and spirit producers pour some of the most exciting wines and spirits on the market today. Ticket price is $100 per person in advance. Also featured at this year's Grand Tasting:
Olive Oil Tasting & Competition Tent: In this exciting tent hosted by the California Olive Oil Commission, attendees take part in a people's choice judging from gourmet olive oil producers and learn the fine art and nuances of tasting olive oil from the experts.
Chef of the Fest: The “Chef of the Fest” competition is an action-packed culinary showdown involving all chefs during the Grand Tasting event on November 15. If you are signed up for the Grand Tasting – you automatically will be judged in “Chef of the Fest”. There is nothing extra required of you, other than to let us know that you want the judges to come by your booth during the Grand Event and judge your cuisine that day. Chefs compete in one of five categories and are judged by a panel of local and national celebrity chefs, authors and members of the food and wine media. Through a tiered judging process, one chef is selected as the best representation of innovative, fresh, flavorful cuisine and crowned “Chef of the Fest” walking away with up to $50,000 in cash & prizes and some serious bragging rights.
Cookbook Author Signing: Celebrity chefs will be on hand in the Border's Bookstore book tent to autograph copies of their best selling cookbooks.
Live Entertainment: Live musical performances will take place on both ends of the Festival.
Charity: Proceeds from auctions at the San Diego Bay Wine & Food Festival benefit the American Institute of Wine & Food (AIWF) culinary arts scholarship programs.
For more information or to purchase tickets call 619-342-7337 or go to www.worldofwineevents.com
Description:
Public Organ Concert
Every Sunday
If you happen to be at Balboa Park on a Sunday afternoon, you'll hear the sounds of beautiful organ music. Every Sunday, Civic Organist Carol Williams sits before a majestic piped organ at the Organ Pavilion and performs delightful selections of music that can be heard throughout the park.
Date: August 31, 2008
Time: 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Location: Balboa Park (Spreckels Organ Pavilion)
Admission: None
Anticipated attendance 2,500
Hosted By: Spreckels Organ Society
Info: (619) 702-8138
Time:
9:00am - 1:00pm
Description:
Hillcrest Farmer's Market & Open Air Bazaar
Every Sunday
You're welcome to browse and shop at this farmer's market in Hillcrest where a large display of groceries and goodies are offered. Featured items include fresh fruits, vegetables, nuts, flowers, breads, and specialty treats; plus interesting hand-made and imported art.
Date: August 31, 2008
Time: 9:00 am - 1:00 pm
Location: Hillcrest (Department Motor Vehilcles parking lot - 3960 Normal St.)
You're welcome to browse and shop at this farmer's market in downtown San Diego where you'll discover a large array of groceries and goodies. Featured items include fresh fruits, vegetables, rice, nuts, flowers, and specialty treats; plus interesting world art and craft creations.
Date: August 31, 2008
Time: 9:00 am - 1:00 pm
Location: 3rd Avenue (400 block) & J Street (300 block)
Admission: None
Anticipated attendance: 1,000
Hosted By: San Diego Chinese Center
Info: (619) 279-0032
www.asianpacificdistrict.org
Time:
11:00am - 1:00pm
Description:
Date: November 16, 2008

Time: 11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.

Price: $TBD per person plus tax, prior to November 12; $TBD on-site; children 4-12 price is $TBD plus tax;
(rates do not include tax or gratuity)

Location: Cruise departs from 1066 North Harbor Drive, downtown San Diego, Ca 92101

Call: 619-686-8715 for reservations:
Enjoy a relaxing two hour cruise on the San Diego Bay with a lavish brunch buffet and spectacular city and bay views. Your senses will be ignited with fresh air and amazing views and your taste buds will be tantalized with great sparkling wines from Mumm and delicious catering from Hornblower Cruises & Events. On your two-hour cruise you’ll enjoy live music from an excellent local band and you will see the Naval Air Station filled with navy carriers and historic ships. Sights include San Diego's famous Coronado Bay Bridge, Point Loma and the Cabrillo National Monument. Our brunch features fruit juices, soft drinks, coffee, tea, and a fabulous buffet prepared by Hornblower Cruises & Events talented chefs.
Brunch Cruise Reservations are required!
This event is part of the 5th annual San Diego Bay Wine & Food Festival. For more information or to purchase tickets call 619-342-7337 or go to www.worldofwineevents.com.
Time:
7:30pm
Description:
November, 17 2008 07:30 PM - Asian Silk Road
Sherwood Auditorium - La Jolla
700 Prospect St., La Jolla, California 92037 - $36-$45
858-250-0290 www.sdco.org
Celebrate the exotic! Asian Silk Road. It’s a cultural phenomenon... Asia. Yet, it’s still an exotic mystery. Experience a beautiful buffet of music, from Mozart to Tan Dun, where East meets West.
Time:
7:30pm
Description:
The Song & Dance Ensemble of West Africa
Time:
7:30pm
Description:
November, 18 2008 07:30 PM - Asian Silk Road
Del Mar Country Club - Rancho Santa Fe
6001 Clubhouse Dr., Rancho Santa Fe, California 92067 - $75-$373
858-250-0290 www.sdco.org
Celebrate the exotic! Asian Silk Road. It’s a cultural phenomenon... Asia. Yet, it’s still an exotic mystery. Experience a beautiful buffet of music, from Mozart to Tan Dun, where East meets West.
Time:
4:00pm - 8:00pm
Description:
Ocean Beach Certified Farmer's Market
Every Wednesday
You're welcome to browse and shop at this farmer's market in Ocean Beach where a large array of groceries and goodies are offered. Featured items include fresh fruits, vegetables, nuts, flowers, breads, crafts, and specialty treats. Musical performances will entertain you while you shop.
Date September 3, 2008
Time: 4:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Location: Ocean Beach (4900 block of Newport Ave. between Bacon St. & Cable St.)
Admission: None
Anticipated attendance: 2,000
Hosted By: Ocean Beach Merchants Association
Info: David Klaman @ (619) 279-0032
www.oceanbeachsandiego.com
Time:
12:00pm - 3:00pm
Description:
Free hands-on activities designed for children and adults to enjoy together. Free with paid gallery admission.
Time:
8:00am - 1:00pm
Description:
East Village Farmer's Market
Every Saturday
You're welcome to browse and shop at this farmer's market in East Village that mainly offers staple supplies of fresh fruits and vegetables. The availability of non-produce items such as jewelry, specialty treats, and general merchandise may vary from week to week.
Date August 30, 2008
Time 8:00 am - 1:00 pm
Location East Village (8th Avenue between Market St. & G St.)
Admission: None
Anticipated attendance: 500
Hosted By: Black Historical Society of San Diego
Info: (619) 398-5823
www.blackhistoricalsociety.org
Time:
9:00am - 3:00pm
Description:
Old Town Saturday Market
Every Saturday
You're welcome to browse and shop at this unique artisan market where local artists and merchants will be offering an array of interesting art, merchandise, and prepackaged foods. You may find something here that you won't find anywhere else. Musical bands will entertain you while you shop.
Date: August 30, 2008
Time: 9:00 am - 3:00 pm
Location: Old Town (Harney Street between San Diego Ave. & Congress St.)
Admission: None
Anticipated attendance: 1,000
Hosted By: Old Town San Diego Chamber of Commerce
Info: (619) 291-4903
Time:
9:00am - 1:30pm
Description:
Little Italy Mercato (a new style city market)
Every Saturday
You're welcome to browse and shop at this Italian-themed farmer's market in Little Italy where an array of groceries and goodies are offered; plus demonstrations from guest chefs. Featured items include fresh fruits, vegetables, meats, cheeses, pastas, specialty treats, and more.
Date: August 30, 2008
Time: 9:00 am - 1:30 pm
Location: Little Italy (Date Street between Kettner Blvd. & State St.)
Admission: None
Anticipated attendance: 600/day
Hosted By: Little Italy Association
Info:(619) 233-3901
www.littleitalymercato.com
Time:
9:00am - 1:00pm
Description:
City Heights Farmer's Market
Every Saturday
You're welcome to browse and shop at this farmer's market in City Heights. Besides fresh fruits, vegetables, and specialty treats, this market also offers ethnic products from East Africa, Latin America, and Southeast Asia. It's the first market in the county to accept food stamps.
Date: August 30, 2008
Time: 9:00 am - 1:00 pm
Location: Wightman Street (between Fairmont Ave. & 43rd St.)
Admission: None
Anticipated attendance: 800/day
Hosted By: San Diego County Farm Bureau
Info: (760) 745-3023
www.sdfarmbureau.org
Description:
Public Organ Concert
Every Sunday
If you happen to be at Balboa Park on a Sunday afternoon, you'll hear the sounds of beautiful organ music. Every Sunday, Civic Organist Carol Williams sits before a majestic piped organ at the Organ Pavilion and performs delightful selections of music that can be heard throughout the park.
Date: August 31, 2008
Time: 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Location: Balboa Park (Spreckels Organ Pavilion)
Admission: None
Anticipated attendance 2,500
Hosted By: Spreckels Organ Society
Info: (619) 702-8138
Time:
9:00am - 1:00pm
Description:
Hillcrest Farmer's Market & Open Air Bazaar
Every Sunday
You're welcome to browse and shop at this farmer's market in Hillcrest where a large display of groceries and goodies are offered. Featured items include fresh fruits, vegetables, nuts, flowers, breads, and specialty treats; plus interesting hand-made and imported art.
Date: August 31, 2008
Time: 9:00 am - 1:00 pm
Location: Hillcrest (Department Motor Vehilcles parking lot - 3960 Normal St.)
You're welcome to browse and shop at this farmer's market in downtown San Diego where you'll discover a large array of groceries and goodies. Featured items include fresh fruits, vegetables, rice, nuts, flowers, and specialty treats; plus interesting world art and craft creations.
Date: August 31, 2008
Time: 9:00 am - 1:00 pm
Location: 3rd Avenue (400 block) & J Street (300 block)
Admission: None
Anticipated attendance: 1,000
Hosted By: San Diego Chinese Center
Info: (619) 279-0032
www.asianpacificdistrict.org
Time:
4:00pm - 8:00pm
Description:
Ocean Beach Certified Farmer's Market
Every Wednesday
You're welcome to browse and shop at this farmer's market in Ocean Beach where a large array of groceries and goodies are offered. Featured items include fresh fruits, vegetables, nuts, flowers, breads, crafts, and specialty treats. Musical performances will entertain you while you shop.
Date September 3, 2008
Time: 4:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Location: Ocean Beach (4900 block of Newport Ave. between Bacon St. & Cable St.)
Admission: None
Anticipated attendance: 2,000
Hosted By: Ocean Beach Merchants Association
Info: David Klaman @ (619) 279-0032
www.oceanbeachsandiego.com
Time:
8:00am - 1:00pm
Description:
East Village Farmer's Market
Every Saturday
You're welcome to browse and shop at this farmer's market in East Village that mainly offers staple supplies of fresh fruits and vegetables. The availability of non-produce items such as jewelry, specialty treats, and general merchandise may vary from week to week.
Date August 30, 2008
Time 8:00 am - 1:00 pm
Location East Village (8th Avenue between Market St. & G St.)
Admission: None
Anticipated attendance: 500
Hosted By: Black Historical Society of San Diego
Info: (619) 398-5823
www.blackhistoricalsociety.org
Time:
9:00am - 3:00pm
Description:
Old Town Saturday Market
Every Saturday
You're welcome to browse and shop at this unique artisan market where local artists and merchants will be offering an array of interesting art, merchandise, and prepackaged foods. You may find something here that you won't find anywhere else. Musical bands will entertain you while you shop.
Date: August 30, 2008
Time: 9:00 am - 3:00 pm
Location: Old Town (Harney Street between San Diego Ave. & Congress St.)
Admission: None
Anticipated attendance: 1,000
Hosted By: Old Town San Diego Chamber of Commerce
Info: (619) 291-4903
Time:
9:00am - 1:30pm
Description:
Little Italy Mercato (a new style city market)
Every Saturday
You're welcome to browse and shop at this Italian-themed farmer's market in Little Italy where an array of groceries and goodies are offered; plus demonstrations from guest chefs. Featured items include fresh fruits, vegetables, meats, cheeses, pastas, specialty treats, and more.
Date: August 30, 2008
Time: 9:00 am - 1:30 pm
Location: Little Italy (Date Street between Kettner Blvd. & State St.)
Admission: None
Anticipated attendance: 600/day
Hosted By: Little Italy Association
Info:(619) 233-3901
www.littleitalymercato.com
Time:
9:00am - 1:00pm
Description:
City Heights Farmer's Market
Every Saturday
You're welcome to browse and shop at this farmer's market in City Heights. Besides fresh fruits, vegetables, and specialty treats, this market also offers ethnic products from East Africa, Latin America, and Southeast Asia. It's the first market in the county to accept food stamps.
Date: August 30, 2008
Time: 9:00 am - 1:00 pm
Location: Wightman Street (between Fairmont Ave. & 43rd St.)
Admission: None
Anticipated attendance: 800/day
Hosted By: San Diego County Farm Bureau
Info: (760) 745-3023
www.sdfarmbureau.org
Description:
Public Organ Concert
Every Sunday
If you happen to be at Balboa Park on a Sunday afternoon, you'll hear the sounds of beautiful organ music. Every Sunday, Civic Organist Carol Williams sits before a majestic piped organ at the Organ Pavilion and performs delightful selections of music that can be heard throughout the park.
Date: August 31, 2008
Time: 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Location: Balboa Park (Spreckels Organ Pavilion)
Admission: None
Anticipated attendance 2,500
Hosted By: Spreckels Organ Society
Info: (619) 702-8138
Time:
9:00am - 1:00pm
Description:
Hillcrest Farmer's Market & Open Air Bazaar
Every Sunday
You're welcome to browse and shop at this farmer's market in Hillcrest where a large display of groceries and goodies are offered. Featured items include fresh fruits, vegetables, nuts, flowers, breads, and specialty treats; plus interesting hand-made and imported art.
Date: August 31, 2008
Time: 9:00 am - 1:00 pm
Location: Hillcrest (Department Motor Vehilcles parking lot - 3960 Normal St.)
You're welcome to browse and shop at this farmer's market in downtown San Diego where you'll discover a large array of groceries and goodies. Featured items include fresh fruits, vegetables, rice, nuts, flowers, and specialty treats; plus interesting world art and craft creations.
Date: August 31, 2008
Time: 9:00 am - 1:00 pm
Location: 3rd Avenue (400 block) & J Street (300 block)
Admission: None
Anticipated attendance: 1,000
Hosted By: San Diego Chinese Center
Info: (619) 279-0032
www.asianpacificdistrict.org
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