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‘A Thousand Splendid Suns’ at Old Globe
Through June 17
The Old Globe presents a production detailing the epic story of three generations of Afghan women and their remarkable resilience. The show is a theatrical adaptation of the best-selling novel by Khaled Hosseini, “The Kite Runner.” $30–$88. 8 p.m. at The Old Globe, 1363 Old Globe Way. Visit bit.ly/2jg8B1r. Read More
By Jonah Mechanic | Guest Editorial
[Editor’s note: This editorial first appeared in the Voice of San Diego on June 8. View the original article at bit.ly/2JQkSso.] Read More
Sara Butler | Editor
The June 5 meeting of Uptown Planners focused on indoor and outdoor spaces in Bankers Hill and Park West. Read More
By Dr. Ink
As the name implies, you can bet your equilibrium that the cocktails at Hundred Proof aren’t for lightweights. This isn’t to say that every drink rings in at 100 proof, but there are plenty of robust, high-quality liquors that find their way into your glass. Read More
The much-anticipated gelato shop that looks like a dry cleaners has opened in North Park under the misleading title, An’s Dry Cleaning. Many of the signature flavors are named after linens such as chiffon (strawberry-ginger), poplin (cucumber, lime and mint), and silk (almong-sage). The gelatos are scratch-made in small batches and use locally sourced ingredients. 3017 Adams Ave., 619-450-6166, adcgelato.com. Read More
By Frank Sabatini Jr. | Restaurant Review
A pricey vehicle repair leads to a cheap poultry fest
It was the gloomiest of mornings. May gray hung thickly overhead as I rolled in to my least favorite environment on earth — an auto repair garage. I needed a smog test, and because the check engine light on my dashboard was illuminated, I was required to replace the “fuel composite sensor” in order to pass the test. The price tag: about $850. Read More
By Toni G. Atkins | Notes from Toni
San Diego is home to an array of talented, hard-working, conscientious people who are dedicated to growing our economy, improving our quality of life and helping others in need. And throughout June, I’ll have the privilege of honoring some of our residents, organizations and businesses for their contributions. Read More
By Jess Winans
Broadway nonpareil takes over Downtown
Tony Award-winning Broadway production “Les Misérables” graced Downtown with its 2018 tour at the San Diego Civic Theater. Read More
By Andy Cohen
On June 5, Californians will head to the voting booth — if they haven’t already mailed in their ballots — and choose, among other things, which candidates will move on to the general election in November. In the Congressional races, California is considered the epicenter of the Democrats’ chances of retaking the House of Representatives for at least the next two years. If the Democrats can manage to wrest control of some of the seats currently in Republican hands, it would seem likely — at least according to conventional wisdom — that nationally the Democratic Party will roll. Read More
The Googie-style structure in Hillcrest that last housed Bull & Grain — and numerous other food and drink concepts before that — is springing back to life in preparation for a late-June opening of Ad Libitum. Read More
[Ref: “Rogers steps down as HTC chair,” Vol. 10, Issue 8, or online at bit.ly/2HZUU4U and “Letters,” Vol. 10, Issue 9, or online at bit.ly/2sv0nXQ] Read More
By Lucia Viti
North Park resident crowned best pasta chef
Do you ever wonder what it’s like to be named the world’s best? North Park’s Accursio Lotá, lauding the title of Barilla Pasta’s World Champion 2017–2018, knows exactly how it tastes. Read More
By Frank Sabatini Jr. | Restaurant Review
In an age when you can out-bro your fellow bros by broadcasting your love for certain burgers, along comes a chainlet founded in Portland, Oregon that has yet to register on the radar of cool 30-somethings. Teens and fresh-faced college students, however, appear captivated. Read More
By Katherine Hon | Past Matters
This year, the North Park Historical Society (NPHS) marks its 10th anniversary as an independent nonprofit organization. In its first decade, NPHS produced three books, achieved designation of two historic districts and two master builders, organized eight annual classic car shows, and conducted countless walking tours. Read More
By FilmOut San Diego
FilmOut’s annual San Diego LGBT Film Festival returns Thursday, June 7 and runs through Sunday, June 10. Read More
By Jess Winans
Uptowner reflects on his upcoming run for County Assessor
[Editor’s note: San Diego Uptown News, or its parent company San Diego Community News Network, does not endorse candidates. This feature article’s intent is to highlight an Uptown resident and his connection to our community. For more information about incumbent Ernest Dronenburg and his campaign for the position, visit voteforernie.com.] Read More
By B. J. Coleman
Local leaders face off at Hillcrest event
On May 8, Gina Roberts, president of the San Diego Chapter of Log Cabin Republicans (LCR), and Will Rodriguez-Kennedy, president of San Diego Democrats for Equality went head to head at the LGBTQ Debate. Hillcrest Town Council and Trans Narratives sponsored the debate. (Due to the event date, Hillcrest Town Council cancelled its monthly meeting for May.) Read More
By Dr. Ink
If you’re searching for a charming, full-service restaurant to slurp margaritas and nosh on familiar Mexican fare — sans the mariachis and guacamole-crazed travelers intrinsic to Old Town — look no further than Huapangos in Hillcrest. Read More
By Frank Sabatini Jr. | Restaurant Review
Khwanta Osanai is exposing fans of Thai food to the street foods of Thailand in her debut restaurant, Soi 30th in North Park. If you’re on the hunt for pad Thai and drunken noodles in their most pedestrian form, you’ve (fortunately) come to the wrong place. Read More
