Shop for Mom at the Sidewalk Sale at Escondido Antique Mall on May 11! This treasure trove brims with fabulous finds arriving daily from more than 75 vendors and consignors. The 10,000 square-foot emporium in historic downtown Escondido carries all manner of goods including; antiques, furniture, jewelry, toys, pottery, dolls, artwork, books, lighting, architectural items, kitchenware, cameras, trains, collectibles, sports memorabilia and much more. Known as “the place where value exceeds price,” it also features vintage records, seasonal decor and Disney figurines. Buyers will enjoy strolling through the past, exploring each beautiful booth, and taking home that something special. The store’s knowledgeable and friendly staff also make the experience fun and fruitful. Open 10-5:30 p.m. daily and until 9 p.m. Fridays during Cruisin’ Grand.
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Find diamonds and gemstones, gold and silver Items, watches and so much more at San Diego Jewelers Exchange. Also choose from a wide selection of loose stones and have a custom piece created. Whether shopping for an engagement ring, wedding band, sparkly bracelet or other pretty bauble, find it all in one convenient location! Also enjoy great service and affordable prices.The Exchange is located in downtown San Diego. Building Hours: 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Mon – Fri.; 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Sat.; closed Sun.
Call (619) 232-9191 or visit San Diego Jewelers Exchange online
Show your appreciation of Mom by treating her to panoramic views of San Diego Bay at elegant restaurants and casual eateries — all with outdoor dining options — at the Coronado Ferry Landing! Savor exquisite Mexican dishes at Costa Azul, fabulous Italian at Il Fornaio and wonderful Hawaiian at Peohe’s! Casual dining options include Spiro’s Mediterranean Cuisine, serving authentic Greek fare; Lil’ Piggy’s Bar-B-Q, serving Memphis-style ribs, smoked wings and corn fritters; and Village Pizzeria Bayside, cooking up made-to-order pizzas, calzones and pasta dishes. Don’t miss live music 2-5 p.m. Sundays.
Treat your mom to a special Mother’s Day dinner at Blade 1936 in Oceanside. Stop by from noon-3 p.m. for an open menu or from 4-9 p.m. for a three-course set menu (pictured) on Sunday, May 12. Call or text (760) 420-8883 to reserve your spot. Blade 1936 serves Neapolitan style wood-fired pizza, freshly prepared pasta and succulent seafood as well as creative cocktails in a celebrated historic newspaper building. Originally home to Oceanside’s Blade-Tribune newspaper from 1936 to the 1960s, the space was revitalized by the new owners, who paid homage to its journalistic history in the restaurant’s name, decor and menus. Pizzas are all made with imported Italian flour, tomato sauce and cheeses, as well as oil made from olives grown in Italy. Pastas include Italian classics such as Pappardelle alla Bolognese, and Linguine alle Vongole. Open at 4 p.m. daily.
Celebrate Mother’s Day at Balsamico Italian Kitchen, which has prepared dishes just for this special occasion. The regular menu is also available. The restaurant also offers wonderful gift ideas for Mother’s Day: Balsamic and olive oil packages, Italian wines, Italian cooking classes and Italian wine dinners. Main-course selections include homemade pastas Vecchia Modena and Lasagna Classica, and the crispy-crust Roman-style pizzas, which owners Elisa and Michele Borelli have named after Modena’s iconic stars. The Ferrari pizza, for example, comes with mozzarella, mortadella, pistachio, and arugula; and the Big Luciano, a tribute to Modena-native and opera legend Pavarotti, is topped with tomato sauce, mozzarella, ham, sausage, and mushrooms. Bottles of traditional balsamics from Modena grace each table, inviting patrons to drizzle the condiment on bread, salads, gelato, and even crème brûlée.