Mountaineer Peter Hillary Discusses 70 Years of Everest at The Conrad!
Hear Peter Hillary discuss his mountaineering adventures during "70 Years of Everest" at The Conrad on Jan. 18! Peter Hillary was brought up in a household where adventure was always on the menu. His father, Sir Edmund Hillary, made the first ascent of Mt. Everest in 1953 with his climbing partner Tenzing Norgay. That expedition would launch his family on extraordinary journeys through the Himalayas and around the world, and inspire a life of philanthropy. The Hillary family never travels without doing good. A true lifetime adventurer, Peter Hillary has been on 50 mountaineering expeditions around the world, including five...
Enjoy the Tatiana Eva-Marie & Avalon Jazz Band at The Conrad!
See acclaimed Brooklyn-based singer and bandleader Tatiana Eva-Marie at The Conrad on Jan. 19! Eva-Marie was born and raised in Europe in a professional musical family. The daughter of a Swiss-French composer and a Romanian classical violinist, Tatiana Eva-Marie grew up equally fascinated by her father’s New Orleans jazz records, and her mother’s heritage of Klezmer and Gypsy folk music. Nicknamed “the Gypsy-jazz warbler” by the New York Times and acclaimed as a “millennial shaking up the jazz scene” by Vanity Fair, Tatiana Eva-Marie returns to explore the music of composer Django Reinhardt through her own original arrangements and lyrics...
Go Cuban With Great Food, Rum and Live Music at Havana 1920!
Havana 1920 548 Fifth Ave, San Diego, CA
Steal away for a taste of Cuba at San Diego’s coolest Havana cuisine and cocktails spot. Located on 5th Avenue just south of Market Street in the Gaslamp Quarter, Havana 1920 is simultaneously a step into the past and the best of today. With an atmosphere and aesthetic inspired by Prohibition-Era Cuba, stepping through the door is like taking a trip to Hemingway’s haven. Enjoy an authentic menu featuring a full array of courses from tropical ceviche and Cubanos to Havana steak topped with chimichurri alongside Caribbean cocktails starring 150 varieties of Cuban rum, mint, and sugarcane by the...
Hear the San Diego Symphony Perform Three Mozart Symphonies at The Conrad!
Hear the San Diego Symphony perform three Mozart symphonies up close and personal at The Conrad in La Jolla on Jan. 26, 2024. Music Director Rafael Payare leads this program of three of the prodigy composer’s best loved symphonies written across his lifetime. Symphony No. 29 provides a snapshot of the impeccable compositional prowess of the composer at 18 years old; Symphony No. 35, named the “Haffner" Symphony, is known for its fiery and fleet melodies; Symphony No. 40 is one of the final symphonies Mozart wrote, and is a masterwork in its own right. ARTISTS AND REPERTOIRE Rafael Payare,...
Dynamic Dutch Brothers and Piano Duo Lucas and Arthur Jussen to Perform at The Conrad!
Dutch brothers Lucas and Arthur Jussen have conquered the classical music scene with personality, charm, and exciting programs showcasing the unbreakable bond of their duets, whether on one piano or two. On their way to Carnegie Hall, the dynamic and charismatic brothers make their California debuts and demonstrate why Pianist magazine called them “a photogenic pair of musical wizards.” “It is like driving a pair of BMWs,” remarked conductor Michael Schønwandt after directing the Dutch brothers Lucas (29) and Arthur Jussen (26). Despite their young ages, they have been part of the international concert world for years and are praised vigorously by...
Hang Out With Adoptable Kitties at The Cat Café In Downtown San Diego! Monthly Memberships Available!
Start feline fine at this coffee and cat lovers' paradise, serving up hot drinks and snacks along with playtime purrs in downtown San Diego. Guests make a reservation online for a one-hour visit with cuddly, heartwarming kitties who hang out in a bright room filled with fluffy beds, toys, cat trees and scratching posts. Admission includes a food or drink item. Once inside, patrons may pet and play with about a dozen cats or simply gaze blissfully in their direction. Most of these furry bundles of love are adoptable from The Rescue House, a nonprofit dedicated to helping homeless kitties...
Hear Dynamic Young Saxophonist Lakecia Benjamin at The Conrad!
Voted “Rising Star Alto Saxophonist in the 2020 Downbeat Critics Poll and “Up and Coming Artist of the Year” by the Jazz Journalists Association, charismatic and dynamic young saxophonist Lakecia Benjamin fuses traditional conceptions of jazz, hip hop, and soul. For this JAI debut Jan. 28, Benjamin features the quartet from her 2023 release Phoenix, an album that also featured cameos by some of Benjamin’s heroes including Wayne Shorter, Angela Davis, Dianne Reeves, and Patrice Rushen. The album was just nominated for three GRAMMYs.
Donut Bar in Pacific Beach Can Whip Up Donuts for Any Occasion!
Donut Bar Pacific Beach 1380 Garnet Ave, San Diego, CA
Let your donut dreams come true at this artisan bakery whipping up fluffy, whimsical and fun versions of the traditional treat. Rainbow sprinkles, fruit glazes, and chocolate drizzles still top the doughy discs and bars, but with new twists, fantastic flavors and delightful names. Customer favorites include the Caramel Latte, Triple Chocolate Threat, Crème Brûlée, Maple Bacon and the Strawberry Split. All goodies are handmade in small batches onsite, and flavors (including 10+ vegan options as well!) rotate weekly. Whether for the office, a special occasion, or just because, they have it all for you!: Donut Bar - Pacific Beach
Tequila Tasting Dinner at Casa de Pico!
Don’t miss out on Casa de Pico’s Thursday night Teremana Tequila Tasting Dinner! Join us for a four-course meal crafted to Teremana’s finest tequilas – the smooth and crisp silver, the rich and complex reposado, and the velvety and refined anejo. 🍹 Reservations are required with limited spots available! Link in bio to sign up!
Enjoy A 2-For-1 Wine Tasting at Wiens Family Cellars!
Experience exceptional wine at Wiens Family Cellars, a sanctuary of taste and refinement in the rolling hills of Temecula Valley. The estate winery proudly produces premium big reds, crisp whites, refreshing rosés and savory sparklers expressive of the region’s unique terroir. Winemakers are passionate artisans dedicated to their craft, consistently curating authentic blends made from traditional techniques, fostered in innovative practices to ensure the utmost quality and character in every bottle. Each wine is a testament to the dedication and expertise poured into its creation. Tastings are $30, and include six palate-pleasing pours and a souvenir glass. Enjoy site tours (by...