The San Diego Traveler

Browsing this week’s images in Flickr, I selected a few fantastic San Diego photos that deserve some notice:

Thanks to these fine photographers for sharing a bit of beautiful San Diego with us.
Photo #1 credit: Flickr http://www.flickr.com/photos/dustydean/2535637702/Photo #2 credit: Flickr http://www.flickr.com/photos/tombothetominator/2529418173/Photo #3 credit: Flickr http://www.flickr.com/photos/14657061@N00/2522505601/Photo #4 credit: Flickr http://www.flickr.com/photos/nathaninsandiego/2526340489/Photo #5 credit: Flickr http://www.flickr.com/photos/terretta/2531573805/

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Just in time for this weekend’s prom at the House of Blues, a tangible warning to the students of Guajome Park Academy was placed the traffic circle in front of their Fitness Center and gym this week.
Donated by Rancho Del Oro Towing, a severely damaged Dodge Intrepid sits ominously vacant and ready to be hauled away, leaving students to wonder if anyone could have walked away from the accident that damaged it. A banner stretches across its side with a caution from MADD (Mothers Against Drunk Driving):
Don’t Drink and Drive

Let’s hope that this lesson is one they won’t …read more

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“Midnight. Not a sound from the pavement. Suddenly an explosion of music and lights reveals a larger than life junkyard. Probing car lights tear across the darkened landscape of bottles and boxes, briefly catching the darting image of a running feline. Tonight is the one special night each year when the tribe of Jellicle Cats reunites to celebrate who they are. This is the story of CATS.”

On May 11, 1981, CATS opened at the New London Theatre in the West End. Eight years later it celebrated its first important milestone: after 3,358 performances CATS became the longest running musical …read more

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What is QUASH? It’s the Quest to Unravel Alzheimer’s Scavenger Hunt. One part physical, one part mental, all for a good cause, QUASH is an unforgettable adventure through city landmarks and hidden hotspots. As they say:
“Soak in the sights and sounds of < ?xml:namespace prefix = st1 ns = "urn:schemas-microsoft-com:office:smarttags" />San Diego! Register to QUASH on June 14, 2008 and remember why this city has a little bit of something for everyone.”

To participate in QUASH, gather a team of four (4) individuals, including one team captain. You and your team will complete challenges and solve puzzles in a race …read more

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The 15th Annual Lipinsky Family San Diego Jewish Arts Festival will start tomorrow (May 27), and continue through June 30. This year’s festival begins with the concert Israel at 60, starring Zeji Ozeri.
On Wednesday (May 28) there will be a performance of Red Diaper Baby, followed by Citizen Josh on Thursday (May 29). Both of these comedic pieces star Josh Kornbluth.
Hershey Felder performs in three musical portrayals of composers including Beethoven, As I Knew Him from May 3 – June 8, Monsieur Chopin from June 11 – June 22, and George Gershwin Alone from June 25 – June 29.
These …read more

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Did you ever go to a restaurant and wish that you could get a recipe from the chef? Well, maybe you can.
There are forty-one signature recipes from San Diego chefs now available at SanDiegoRestaurants.com, along with restaurant reviews and recommendations from restaurant patrons (which could include you).
The featured recipes include:

Ahi Tuna Rolls by Chef Alberto Morreale at Osetra – The Fish House
Atlantic Black Sea Bass by Chef Jason Knibb at NINE-TEN
Baked Mussels by Chef Alberto Morreale at Osteria Panevino
Bistecca Intagliata by Chef Gennaro De Liso at Chianti
Cajun Parmesan Cream Sauce from Corvette Diner
Cajun Seared Lamb Chops by Chef Martine …read more

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Looking through Flickr for new images of San Diego, there were at least 600 to choose from this week. It’s always so difficult to select just a few to feature, but these were all stand-out in their own ways, and each has something different to say about life in San Diego:

Thanks to the wonderful photographers who allowed us to share these images.
Photo # 1 credit (Riding the Perfect Wave): Flickr http://www.flickr.com/photos/nathaninsandiego/2513973904/
Photo # 2 credit (La Jolla Sunset): Flickr http://www.flickr.com/photos/eag/2519690617/
Photo # 3 credit (fire); Flickr http://www.flickr.com/photos/awnisalan/2510423080/
Photo # 4 credit (My Truck!): Flickr http://www.flickr.com/photos/jusgreat/2510168751/
Photo # 5 credit (San Diego Mission Valley_I_8): Flickr …read more

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If you’ll be coming to Comic-Con International this summer, you may be wondering where you’ll find the best hotel deals. Well, the fine folks at CCI have posted a list of local hotels, along with any special rates for Comic-Con attendees on their Hotels-at-a-Glance Chart.
They’ve also started a “Staying in San Diego” blog, where you’ll find further information and updates. They are working with Travel Planners (a travel agency) to keep abreast of rooms available near the Convention Center, and you can post your comments and questions there as well.
My advice: Don’t wait. Book your room before they’re all …read more

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It’s time for all chocolate lovers to come together and thank their higher power for the existence of the cacao bean!
The Vista Village Chocolate Festival and Street Fair commences this Sunday (May 25), with these twelve vendors in the Chocolate Alley:

Brandini Toffee – Fresh and simple; they use only 4 ingredients – Creamy Butter, Pure Cane Sugar, Dark Chocolate and Roasted Almonds; from La Quinta
C.C.’s Chocolate Etcetera – A chocolate and candy shop with retro flair owned by Cindy “C.C.” Casady in nearby < ?XML:NAMESPACE PREFIX = ST1 />San Marcos; specializes in hand-made fudge and customized favors for any …read more

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As sure a sign of summer as you’ll find in San Diego county, the Jacarandas are preening, showing off their abundant blossoms in dramatic style.
These gorgeous lavender trees are native to South and Central America, Mexico and the Caribbean, but can be found throughout the world, including all over San Diego county. They’re a welcome site, so long as you don’t park underneath one in bloom. The petals are sticky and difficult to clean off of a car.
Oh well, divas like these are always a bit of trouble, but well worth it. Right?
Photo #1 credit: Flickr http://www.flickr.com/photos/martinlabar/503206082/Photo #2 credit: …read more

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