Grab an espresso or hang out while savoring specialty coffees at this sunny seaside cafe on the upper level of Carlsbad Village Faire.
Vinaka Cafe 300 Carlsbad Village Dr., Ste. 211, Carlsbad, CA
Enjoy fresh pastries, 100 percent natural ice cream, made-to-order sandwiches (everything from turkey & avocado to fresh veggie wraps), smoothies, cakes and pies. A favorite of locals for 27 years and a laptopper’s paradise, the shop offers free WiFi, a coffee and tea refill, and a relaxed atmosphere in which to work or play games. Welcoming staffers and outdoor seating overlooking the quaint fountain courtyard below complement the experience, making Vinaka well worth the visit. Stop by for takeout or call (760) 720-7890 for a pickup order. vinakacafe.net Vinaka Cafe 300 Carlsbad Village Drive, Suite 211, Carlsbad • (760) 720-7890
EcoVivarium is Bringing Back Annual Memberships!
EcoVivarium Living Museum 641 E Pennsylvania Ave., Escondido, CA
Great news! EcoVivarium is bringing back annual memberships! Check out the details on the website! Also, because of a three-fold increase in the cost of food for the animals, there is a change to admission prices effective April 9. Silver Tour $15, Gold Tour $20, Platinum Tour $30, Snake Feeding Tour $55 After Spring Break, the museum returns to its normal public hours Thursday through Sunday with tours running continuously from 10 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
La Jolla Music Society Presents Renowned Pianist Pierre-Laurent Aimard
Internationally renowned pianist Pierre-Laurent Aimard commands the stage of The Baker-Baum Concert Hall on Feb. 26. This Piano Series recital explores the musical genre of fantasy, juxtaposing great chamber pieces with newer repertoire, from the Renaissance with Sweelinck to the latter half of the 20th century with Andrei Volkonsky. Named “a brilliant musician and an extraordinary visionary” by The Wall Street Journal, Aimard is widely acclaimed as a key figure in the music of our time and has had close collaborations with many leading composers, including György Ligeti whose complete works for piano he has recorded. He has also worked with Karlheinz Stockhausen,...
Enjoy Afternoon Tea at the Grand Tea Room in Downtown Escondido!
The Grand Tea Room 145 W Grand Ave, Escondido, CA
The Grand Tea Room in downtown Escondido is thrilled to have reopened for limited inside seating, with patio seating also an option. The venue’s elegant tea service takes place three times per day, Tues.-Sat. Choose from a menu of over 45 gourmet loose-leaf teas and savor tea sandwiches, scones, shepherd’s pie, quiche, fresh fruit and petite desserts served on triple-tiered towers. Also order "Tea to Go." Call (760) 233-9500 for reservations. The Grand Tea Room
Behind-The-Scenes Seahorse Tour at Birch Aquarium!
Birch Aquarium at Scripps 2300 Expedition Way, La Jolla, CA
Take a sneak peek behind the scenes at the unique and diverse world of seahorses. See seahorse babies, learn about Birch Aquarium’s renowned breeding program, and understand what it takes to care for these unusual fish. Find out how all the pieces of the seahorse conservation puzzle come together on this first-of-its-kind behind-the-scenes tour! Ages 8+, closed toed shoes required. Spaces are limited, so reserve yours today! Find Tickets
Take Flight at the Air & Space Museum’s Weekly Camps!
Soar into summer with hands-on fun at at the San Diego Air & Space Museum’s In-Person Camps running weekly from late June to mid August. Future aviators or astronauts in grades 1 through 12 can participate in hands-on activities such as building rockets, designing lunar landscapes and trying out flight simulators. View detailed camp descriptions and dates here. Registration is now open. The museum is open from 10 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Enjoy $4 off regular adult admission here: San Diego Air & Space Coupon
Shop The Antique Village Outdoor Flea Market Every 1st Sunday of the Month!
The Antique Village 850 Los Vallecitos Blvd, San Marcos, CA
Find great deals on vintage furniture and decor, linens, books, old tools, fun signs and more at the Antique Village Flea Market, to be held 10 a.m.-3 p.m. every 1st Sunday. Also shop for estate jewelry, records, repurposed items, shabby chic, farmhouse items, contemporary and antique wares including Mid-century decor, and even patio furniture. The Village Flea Market is held the first Sunday of each month. The 10,000 square-ft. mall is located just off Highway 78 in San Marcos. Open daily. The Antique Village
Cater an Event, Order a Meal or Pick Up Sweet Treats at Prontos Gourmet Market!
Prontos Gourmet Market 2812 Roosevelt St, Carlsbad, California
Order A Delicious Meal and Pick Up Sweet Treats at Prontos Gourmet Market! Prontos Gourmet Market in Carlsbad Village to please your palate! Prontos is THE place to enjoy breakfast and lunch, and pick up dinners-to-go in Carlsbad Village. Prontos offers many specials, along with its amazing array of gourmet foods and specialty items like Classic Shepherd's Pie, Angus Beef Osso Bucco, Greek Stuffed Chicken, Wild Atlantic Salmon, Lobster Macaroni and Cheese. Not to be missed is the large pastry case filled with cobblers, cakes, bars and other homemade treats. Dine indoors or out on the sunny patio. The family-owned market also offers catering for everything from holiday business parties...
Take An Additional $10 Off Items at Birkenstock Stores of San Diego!
Unnamed Venue San Diego, CA
Take an additional $10 Off when you use the PassPort To San Diego coupon! Hit your stride wearing classic, comfortable and stylish footwear from Birkenstock of San Diego. Four area locations sell the iconic German sandal famous for its contoured footbed, deep heel cup and cork base lined in soft suede. The sandals range from the classic Arizona in taupe suede to a large selection of contemporary styles and colors. Always striving to find new, stylishly innovative and comfortable footwear, the stores also carry Merrell, Pikolinos, OluKai, Mephisto, Naot, Keen, Sanita, Arcopedico and Taos brands, as well as the coveted...
Pan For Gold at the Mormon Battalion Historic Site!
Mormon Battalion Historical Site 2510 Juan St., San Diego, CA
Step into history and learn about the journey of the Mormon Battalion, which left the sweltering heat of Iowa in 1846, and completed one of the longest infantry marches in American history — about 2,000 miles — to San Diego. This fascinating story and much more is the focus of the Mormon Battalion Historical Site in Old Town. Bring the family, as the site is a great place for kids. Enjoy hands-on brick-making, great films and interesting artifacts. You can even pan for gold! Best of all, it’s free! Call (619) 298-3317 or visit the Mormon Battalion online Hours Winter (November–March)...